Themes
This section of the website highlights the ways in which DC is distinguishing itself as a center for innovative teaching and learning through the work of our DCPZ network educators.
You can read about their exciting classroom experiments and thoughtful reflections through the lens of the following themes:
* Civic Agency: Resources, ideas, and exemplars for empowering students to make positive changes in their communities and the world.
* Cultures of Thinking: Ways to deepen the capacity of students to think critically and creatively, inspired by the research of Ron Ritchhart of Project Zero.
* Maker-Centered Learning: Discovering the many ways educators can cultivate student sensitivity to design, systems, analytical thinking and their own creativity.
*Museum Learning: Ideas, resources, and pictures of practice from educators using cultural institutions to enrich the learning and broaden the horizons of their students.
Anti-Racism Resources for Educators
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DCPZ In Action, Vol. III: Emily Muha
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DCPZ In Action, Vol. II: Making Across the Curriculum
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Checking In with DCPZ Affiliate Groups
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DCPZ In Action, Vol. I: Marci Jones and Emily Veres
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WISSIT 2018 Video
Facebook Twitter Thank you to everyone who madeWISSIT 2018 the best WISSIT yet! And a special thank you to Kristen Kullberg for making this beautiful video! Facebook Twitter
WISSIT Reflection: Teacher Christmas in July
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Building A School Community with Project Zero
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Profile of Two Early Childhood Classrooms in DC
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WIS & NGA Host PZ Perspectives Conference
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