Blog Post #7

Alfie Kohn                                                                                        What to Look for in a Classroom

QUOTES:  

Quote 1: “What matters most is not what students are doing but what they are thinking about while they are doing it.”

Kohn reminds us that learning isn’t about activity but about engagement and reflection.

Quote 2: “The more you rely on control, the less real learning occurs.”

This challenges traditional classrooms that prioritize obedience over curiosity, showing that students learn best when they feel trusted.

Quote 3: “Good teaching is about listening as much as talking.”

Kohn redefines good teaching as a dialogue. By valuing students’ perspectives, teachers create more authentic and meaningful learning environments. These ideas together highlight Kohn’s belief in student-centered, democratic classrooms.