Sentences with phrase «cultivating good citizens»

Second, the question arose as to whether parents actually care about whether schools are cultivating good citizens.

The report notes: «Liberal arts colleges have traditionally worked to cultivate good citizens through a heavy focus on teaching in the liberal arts.

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I said what I usually say: cultivate character, nurture good citizens, and teach mastery of content and skills — all while striving to spark imagination and develop each child's distinctive gifts.

Though educators and the public will never agree on precisely what «citizen competence» demands of schooling, the best strategies for teaching reading, or the most appropriate curriculum for cultivating critical thinking or a sense of justice, most will agree that schools that teach or practice racism, deny boys and girls equal opportunities, or neglect mathematics do not merit public support.

We offer a diverse portfolio of online courses, on - campus institutes, and blended programs that prepare educators to cultivate critical thinking and learning skills, practice new teaching approaches, and confront centuries - old structures in order to better design and deliver the kind of education and professional development required for today's educators and tomorrow's citizens.

Guided by a CLEAR vision that promotes Agency, Authority, Identity Kershaw Magnet An IB World School cultivates inquiring, knowledgeable, and caring, global citizens who will help create a better, peaceful world through international mindedness and respect.

Where to Travel in 2018 By «voting with our wings» — choosing our destinations well and cultivating our roles as citizen diplomats — we can change the world for the better.