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EPISODE · Sep 1, 2025 · 18 MIN

Harkness in Action

from 18:10 - The Lawrenceville School Podcast · host The Lawrenceville School

In this episode, English teacher Pier Kooistra, the Robert S. and Christina Seix Dow Master-Teaching Chair in Harkness Learning, and science teacher Brianna Thompson, who graduated from Lawrenceville in 2018, explore “Harkness in Action” – Lawrenceville’s approach to teaching and learning where students are empowered to think critically, ask informed questions, and collaborate deeply. Dive into the details of a method of teaching and learning that puts the student at the center and that celebrates a range of perspectives. Learn how the ability to thoughtfully question, respectfully disagree, and meaningfully contribute has enduring relevance and helps students grow as scholars and as people.   Stay tuned for future episodes of 18:10 and email us at [email protected] with your ideas or feedback. 18:10 is part of Lawrenceville’s broader effort to engage the community on topics of intrigue and importance, and we look forward to collaborating as we continue our efforts in this area.  Check out episodes of The Lawrenceville School’s podcast, 18:10, now live on Apple and Spotify.

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In this episode, English teacher Pier Kooistra, the Robert S. and Christina Seix Dow Master-Teaching Chair in Harkness Learning, and science teacher Brianna Thompson, who graduated from Lawrenceville in 2018, explore “Harkness in Action” – Lawrenceville’s approach to teaching and learning where students are empowered to think critically, ask informed questions, and collaborate deeply. Dive into the details of a method of teaching and learning that puts the student at the center and that celebrates a range of perspectives. Learn how the ability to thoughtfully question, respectfully disagree, and meaningfully contribute has enduring relevance and helps students grow as scholars and as people.   Stay tuned for future episodes of 18:10 and email us at [email protected] with your ideas or feedback. 18:10 is part of Lawrenceville’s broader effort to engage the community on topics of intrigue and importance, and we look forward to collaborating as we continue our efforts in this area.  Check out episodes of The Lawrenceville School’s podcast, 18:10, now live on Apple and Spotify.

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