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lconrad15's review against another edition
2.0
I feel most of the book is dedicated to WHY we should switch to the empower mindset, but not much practical advice for how to do so. For some subjects it makes total sense, but for others it doesn’t seem feasible. Maybe that’s because I am not experienced enough in teaching, but I just don’t understand how kids can constantly be makers and still meet the benchmarks required by the DOE.
athienel's review against another edition
4.0
A few colleagues and I read this book as a book study for school. It's a super quick read with some broad ideas. Nothing specific, but that's ok and honestly not the point. For me, it was more about the conversation I had with other teachers to inspire us to try something different for students.
reading_rachel's review
2.0
This seems like it could just be a blog post. There are some nuggets of good info and advice in here, but not much more than I've seen in other student-centered writing. This style just didn't appeal to me.
lbrauz's review
4.0
I enjoyed reading this book and the validation that it gave me that I’m doing something right in my classroom. I learned a tremendous amount from the book, but also silently high-fived myself when I read scenarios or ideas that I’m already using in my teaching! A good read for people who really want to focus on what’s important for students in school!
kimmyp11's review against another edition
4.0
Though some of the ideas expressed in this book seem like common sense, it was still worth the read, and it has only affirmed my love of teaching. Before reading Empower, I was debating on designating one day a week for “Tinker” time in my classroom. I didn’t realize this is what is now deemed “Genius Hour” in public education. Thus, what I gained from reading this are tangible methods for getting this process off the ground, and I couldn’t be more excited!
geirertzgaard's review
4.0
Uhyre inspirerende og enkel pedagogisk refleksjon, praktisk så det holder!
zeezeemama11's review against another edition
4.0
I greatly enjoyed this book as part of a teacher book club. I think it is important to her educational system today.
hannahreadslotsofbooks's review
4.0
Getting an early start with my professional development reading! I have an online course that starts on the 27th and I saw the formatting of this book and figured I could read it relatively quickly so I can be prepared for the course. The book’s focus is on students becoming empowered learners and taking control of their learning within the classroom. Teachers are to offer choice and flexibility when it comes to projects and assessments to allow students to show off their knowledge. I think the concepts are great and I agree with the overall message. I would have liked to have seen more concrete examples instead of hypotheticals.