Metaphor
Teaching is like building a house.
Design a blueprint for the house they will build.
Educators must have a clear plan for how they will teach their students. Using their teaching philosophy as a guide, they decide which tools to build the sturdiest house. Developing an evidence-based curriculum provides students with similar dimensions for constructing their houses. Although each building will differ, the framework is developed from the same ideas.
Build a strong foundation for which the house will be built.
Students must have a solid foundation of knowledge to build upon. Students will struggle to build upon concepts, and the structure will crumble. Educators must assess their students' level of understanding and reinforce the weak points with different instruction tools. The materials used to build are provided by the educator and their ability to present the information logically.
Construct the framework that shapes the house.
Students must participate in constructing their knowledge through active participation. The greater sense of curiosity the students possess, the more elaborate of a home they will eventually build. Educators help students develop their framework through innovative teaching strategies and learning experiences.
Customize your space.
The beauty of education is that no matter the subject, students can dedicate their learning efforts to concepts that bring them joy. They can decorate their home however they want because they put the time and effort into building it. Each student will choose a different career path, but the foundation of their education will remain the same.