@brndnpink @edutooter I hope we can think beyond these binary choices, especially in consideration of 2 things:

1) American teachers having about the least planning and prep time in developed counties, where either choice has very limited likelihood of success because teachers don't have time to plan, reflect, and collaborate and work together. Which leads to

2) Teachers work in complex systems and considering the role of admin, instructional coaches, the community, parents, and students should be part of this conversation. Many have problematized the "best practices" approach because of lack of context, and attending and considering context is critical.