In a profession built on standards, pacing guides, learning targets, and measurable outcomes, the idea of provoking uncertainty can feel counterintuitive. We are trained to plan for clarity, anticipate misconceptions, scaffold understanding, and ensure students “get it.” Structure matters. Purpose matters. Intentionality matters. So does discomfort. Growth doesn’t happen in certainty. Growth happens when certainty is disrupted. Some of the most powerful learning moments I’ve
