Émile Le Menn - A Different Kind of School

In 2017, a teacher embarked on a journey to enhance teaching skills by exploring alternative education methods. Inspired by Montessori and Steiner, the teacher traveled to 10 countries, including Finland and New Zealand, to observe innovative schools. The experience highlighted the importance of student engagement and intrinsic motivation, emphasizing that teaching should align with students' interests. The teacher concluded that active learning and personal projects are effective in capturing students' attention, as seen in diverse schools worldwide. Insights from Desi and Ryan further supported the focus on student-centered learning.

What motivated the teacher to explore different teaching methods?

How did the teacher's perspective on student engagement change throughout their travels?

What role do personal projects play in student learning according to the teacher?

In what ways did the teacher observe student engagement in the schools visited?

What conclusions did the teacher draw about the relationship between teaching methods and student motivation?