CURIOSITY Starts with Us: The antidote to scripted curriculum and test-driven instruction? Teacher curiosity-- and the space to exercise it.

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Title: CURIOSITY Starts with Us: The antidote to scripted curriculum and test-driven instruction? Teacher curiosity-- and the space to exercise it.
Authors: MARGOLIS, ALETA1
Source: Educational Leadership. Apr2026, Vol. 83 Issue 7, p36-40. 5p.
Subject Terms: *Inquiry method (Teaching), *Curriculum, *Experiential learning, Museums, Polarization (Social sciences), Trust
Abstract: The article focuses on the vital role of teacher-led inquiry in overcoming the constraints of standardized curricula and fostering a more engaging educational experience for students. Topics include the utilization of "Me Museums" to build relational trust among staff, the design of curiosity-driven lessons such as building kites to teach geometry, and the impact of a yearlong challenge aimed at countering social polarization through personal exploration.
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