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Introducing The Optimalist
Hello, and welcome to The Optimalist, a newsletter exploring how to create optimal learning experiences for everyone. I am excited to have you with us…
Jan 28, 2022 • 
Sara Candela
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Professional Growth by Design
The most important thing is getting in motion
Aug 2, 2023 • 
Brian Lamb
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Scope Creep
Some reordering and the question of what to automate in education
Sep 18, 2023 • 
Brian Lamb
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Scope Creep
Social Media Was Just A Dry Run
Thanks to the new subscribers we’ve received since last week - your support is greatly appreciated!
Dec 27, 2022 • 
Sara Candela
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Rest in Progress
When we wrote about tension in our last issue, we were looking to get to the heart of what it means to accept struggle as a part of any worthwhile…
Nov 5, 2022 • 
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Rest in Progress
The Cure for Curiosity
What is higher order curiosity and how might we foster it?
Aug 19, 2023 • 
Brian Lamb
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The Cure for Curiosity
The Potential of Reflection
Strengthening this loop on our thinking holds a whole lot of potential
Nov 16, 2023 • 
Brian Lamb
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Are the Adults Alright?
It’s been awhile since our last newsletter, which can easily be something to get down about.
Dec 15, 2022 • 
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Are the Adults Alright?
What is an Optimalist parent?
Ever since we debuted Focusable, the most common first response was “This would be great for my son [or daughter]”.
Jun 3, 2023 • 
Brian Lamb
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The Importance of Exploration
Take a deep breath, hold it at the top for 3 seconds, and then exhale for 4.
Feb 14, 2022 • 
Sara Candela
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Meta Creativity
On the changing nature of creativity and the role schools play to foster it.
Jul 25, 2023 • 
Brian Lamb
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How Interest Develops
The story of one professor's lasting impact.
May 19, 2023 • 
Brian Lamb
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