1. What was the most interesting idea you encountered as you read the
chapter?
In my opinion the most interesting idea I encountered as I read this chapter was about "Millennials." According to the author millennials are today's generation
of children who have lived their entire lives in the new
capitalism. This concept caught my attention when he compared "Baby Boomers" to "Millennials"; I found the authors statements to be rather true.
2. What connections can you make between Gee's critique and Sir Ken
Robinsons' critique of traditional schooling?
Gee's critique and Sir Robinson's critique of traditional schooling withhold common grounds. They both agree that we need to teach authentically within the school so that it gives meaning to
our students. We need to prepare them for life and the best way to do that is
through what they already know and what they are experiencing in their lives. Traditional schooling must adapt in order to sufficiently meet today's standards for teaching.
3. How did this book change or support your understanding of good
teaching?
This book supported my understanding of good teaching because I learned the importance of thinking "outside the
box" when it comes to teaching children. Each child is different; we must
approach each situation differently in order to execute good teaching. Good teaching should apply to real life so the experience is meaningful, engaging, and authentic.
