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The Teacher as Social Architect

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Source domain: kingdavid.org.za

Collected on 23 October 2026

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What this means

A reflective article by King David High School's Deputy Principal, Jocelyn Angel, arguing that teachers should act as social architects who build psychological safety so students can collaborate. It draws on a teacher development programme she attended and on the work of Amy Edmondson.

Key Takeaways

  • Author: Jocelyn Angel, Deputy Principal, King David High School
  • Published October 14, 2026
  • Refers to a programme through the Gordon Institute of Haifa
  • Central idea: teacher as social architect and psychological safety
  • Jocelyn Angel
  • King David High School
  • King David Schools
  • Gordon Institute of Haifa
  • Amy Edmondson