Reply to comment

Watching this video, I kept thinking that the descriptions of these teachers don't really seem specific to a style of teaching, but should reflect characteristics of any good teacher.  Many of their descriptions brought about the same response for me, can't they describe any student, teacher or education?  (also, did anyone else notice that they sing a bryn mawr song?)  I agree with Simone that this style of teaching can be implemented in public schools, or that at least this quality of teacher should be a goal of public education.  I do think that the flute music, guitars in the background etc. may give some parents an idea that their kids will not learn what they need in order to succeed, but I think that going beyond the aesthetics, the basic philosophy would appeal to most parents and students.  It's funny that ideas like respect for individual children, passionate teachers, and valuing imagination could be radical enough to warrant an "alternative" sort of education...