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Learning by Mistake
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When students experience mistakes as opportunities-rather than obstacles-they participate more, think more creatively, and develop resilience that extends far beyond the classroom. In Learning by Mistake, veteran educator Emma Chiappetta reveals how mistakes prime the brain for deeper learning.
Drawing on current neuroscience research and her own classroom experience, Chiappetta provides 12 practical, field-tested strategies that help build a positive "mistake culture" where errors are valued stepping stones to success.
This accessible guide shows you how toCreate classroom environments where students feel safe to take intellectual risks.Phrase and deliver feedback in a way that builds student confidence.Design activities that normalize mistake-making and turn errors into learning opportunities.Help students analyze their mistakes and develop metacognitive skills.Transform assessment practices to celebrate growth rather than punish imperfection.
From "wrong answers only" icebreakers to collaborative mistake analysis, mistake meetings, and mistake journals, these ready-to-implement strategies work across all grade levels and subject areas.
Whether you're working with apprehensive students to deepen their learning or simply looking to create a more supportive classroom culture, Learning by Mistake provides the tools you need to turn mistake anxiety into curiosity and growth.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Number of Pages:
146
Release Date:
2025-07-31
Publication Date:
2025-07-31
Publisher:
ASCD
Languages:
Original:
English
ISBN10:
1416633820
ISBN13:
9781416633822
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Weight:
223 g
Height:
152 cm
Width:
229 cm
Thickness:
8 cm
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