“Don’t be surprised if you open up one of these references and find your eyes crossing at the
site of what appears to be a completely separate language: “transformative enculturation
through legitimate peripheral situated participation in a practice community…” It may inspire
you to reject it all outright. But also don’t forget the words of Kurt Lewin: “There’s nothing more
practical than a good theory!” And know that whatever happens in a given educational situation, it’s following someone’s theories and beliefs, conscious or not. Thus, it’s better to think
about it and make sure it makes sense. Then get back to the tinkering.”