In an earlier post, I explained how I begin all my courses – regardless of the subject matter – with a lesson that challenges my students to think about their lives into the future in order to make what they’re doing today more meaningful. It makes my teaching more effective. It makes their learning more relevant. It makes education more meaningful.
This TED Talk on “Time Perspective” not only supports that lesson, but it’s given me lots to think about – both personally and as an educator.
- It’s fast; you’ll likely need to pause it (like I did) several times to read the charts.
- It’s a super simplification; I’m suspecting that it’s the tip of brand-new iceberg.
- It’s largely common sense; we’ve all thought of this stuff before, but now it’s in tidy tables and supported by academics.
I hope this provides you with some new insights both personally and professionally; especially if you’re an educator or manager looking for new ways to approach your lazy or directionless students/employees … because helping them think about time a little differently could be the best thing you could do.
Tags: effective teaching, making education meaningful, Teaching Ideas