One of the major criticisms of teaching for understanding is that it takes a long time. It is often quicker to have students memorize facts than to teach for understanding. However, learning takes time. It has been shown that giving students time to process information allows them to learn and remember it better. The most important thing to remember is to be realistic about the amount of time it will take to teach a concept. Nothing goes quickly in K-12!
Time for learning
Big Sky Institute, Montana State University, Bozeman, Montana
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