Utilizing Genius Hour or 20% Time (Learning Activity 8-2)
Benefits of Genius Hour or 20% Time Genius Hour or 20% time can be integrated into what you are already doing as mentioned in the article it was intertwined with a nonfiction unit. It is flexible, so every teacher can make it work for them Example: some may use science/social studies time once a cycle to incorporate it, or some may use a special block to complete it, or some may integrate it right in with their normal routine It is inquiry-based, therefore it is promoting higher-level thinking skills which promotes lifelong learning It ites in with standards The site offers tips and letter ideas to reach out and explain the project Two potential hurdles and how they can be addressed There are just some students who are not self-motivated and may struggle getting started on a project like this/may struggle with coming up with ideas The site offers some tips on how to approach students that fit this category. I also feel that breaking the project down into chunks would help students