Sentences with phrase «journeys challenge an assumption»

The most extensive reconstructions of individual eel journeys challenge an assumption that Europe's freshwater eels (Anguilla anguilla) migrate and spawn as a group, says behavioral...

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Woven into this highly personal narrative about a boy's journey from silent sidekick to hero are themes that translate to public education: the challenges of finding the right school or instructional method to meet a student's individual needs; the impact of social stigmas on expectations and performance, particularly for «discarded students» in low - income neighborhoods, and the need for a culture of high expectations to counter those negative societal assumptions; the importance of tireless, focused, caring teachers who do whatever it takes to help students succeed; and the ability for all children — regardless of learning challenges or race or income level — to learn.

Throughout her journey in education, Jamie has been committed to creating spaces in which students and adults deeply belong, question, and challenge their assumptions, beliefs, and behaviors, through engaging in rigorous learning experiences which push the boundaries of what they believe they are capable of.