Graduating Senior? Read this.
Senior class, are you ready? No? Yikes. I know it can be a stressful time, but it is also a wonderful experience complete with laughs, tears, sweat and hopefully some fun. As graduation season approaches, here are some quotes to motivate the senior in your life, especially if it’s you! Memorize them, print them out, […]
How the Dictionary, and 6 Famous People, Define Community
According to dictionary.com, one of the definitions of the word community is “similar character; agreement; identity.” Here at Swift Kick, we believe that people become better versions of themselves when they are connected to a strong community. We aren’t the only ones who feel this way…#TeamHuman Which one of these quotes best describes your community? […]
5 Little Ways You Can Honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
“I have decided to stick with love. Hate is far too great a burden to bear.” The words of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. are the kinds of words that ring true no matter how many years have passed. They inspire love, and the nitty gritty business of holding ourselves accountable for how we treat […]
5 Quotes on the Importance of Community From Folks of All Kinds
Everything we do at Swift Kick is to create communities where everyone feels welcomed, connected, and engaged. We believe that nobody can reach their highest potential alone. We put together some lovely quotes worthy of a spot on your Pinterest board or in your work-space.
The Historical Roots (& Future Role) of Informal Learning In Education [Quote]
“Despite appearances, the humble pizza-and-study group isn’t some minor activity, it’s the kernel of the university. When knowledge was scarce, universities grew as communities of scholars clustered around the latest information technology: rare, expensive, handwritten books. The first Western university, the University of Bologna, was found in 1099 by people who wanted to study Byzantine-era […]
If Teachers Talked Six Minutes Less Per Lesson…
Ruhl, K. L., Hughes, C. A., & Schloss, P. J. (1987, Winter). Using the pause procedure to enhance lecture recall. Teacher Education and Special Education, 14-18. In this study an instructor paused for two minutes on three occasions during each of five lectures: the intervals ranged from 12 to 18 minutes. During the pauses, while […]