One of the latest books I have read is a book entitled, "Made to Stick" by Chip and Dan Heath. If you are a leader in your company or know someone who is this is a must read.
The basic premise of the book is an in depth look at why things stick. Here are the basic principals.
Your message needs to be:
1. Simple
2. Unexpected
3. Concrete
4. Credible
5. Emotional
6. Contain Stories
In the book it talks about stories that have stuck in your mind...In the book it tells of a story that I am sure you have heard. Have you heard that the Great Wall of China is the only man made structure that you can see from outer space?? I heard this and I said yes that is true. Not...Most major highways are wider and longer than the Great Wall of China...However, the story has stuck with many of us...
What this book made me look at is how we as teachers approach our lessons. What makes them memorable? What makes the message we are trying to convey stick? Is it the numerous worksheets? I don't think so...I hope not!
I have shared this book with all of my teachers. I can tell you that they all do a great job of making the learning at school stick. Below is a link to a site where you can look at excerpts and if you want...buy the book! Let me know what you think.
The basic premise of the book is an in depth look at why things stick. Here are the basic principals.
Your message needs to be:
1. Simple
2. Unexpected
3. Concrete
4. Credible
5. Emotional
6. Contain Stories
In the book it talks about stories that have stuck in your mind...In the book it tells of a story that I am sure you have heard. Have you heard that the Great Wall of China is the only man made structure that you can see from outer space?? I heard this and I said yes that is true. Not...Most major highways are wider and longer than the Great Wall of China...However, the story has stuck with many of us...
What this book made me look at is how we as teachers approach our lessons. What makes them memorable? What makes the message we are trying to convey stick? Is it the numerous worksheets? I don't think so...I hope not!
I have shared this book with all of my teachers. I can tell you that they all do a great job of making the learning at school stick. Below is a link to a site where you can look at excerpts and if you want...buy the book! Let me know what you think.
Here is the link:
http://www.madetostick.com/
Mr. Smith
Indian Springs Elementary, Principal
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