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choice theory
If You Think Teachers Are Overpaid…Just Wait!
To demonstrate the meaning of disingenuous, Secretary of Education Arne Duncan offers an unrealistic salary goal in a transparent attempt to win favor with teachers. Continue reading
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assessment method
Evaluating Teacher Evaluations
As bosses, we demand competence, effort and excellence from our employees. As employees, we thrive under a system that clearly spells out expectations, evaluates our performance fairly, and rewards achievement. Simple enough. So why is this so difficult to implement … Continue reading
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technology in the classroom
TXT Me L8r!
FYI my little 1s (3rd g8rs) just did a unit re: how 2 rite a ltr. Like, a ltr ltr. Old skool, LOL. U haf 2 start w the d8 @ the top. Nxt rite ur address. Not ur email… … Continue reading
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college degrees
You Majored in What?!
Graduation season is upon us, the time when we pause to celebrate the accomplishments of newly-minted degree-holders. Of course, in economic times such as these, there’s no guarantee that a new graduate, professionally green and facing unprecedented competition for jobs, … Continue reading
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TXT Me L8r!
FYI my little 1s (3rd g8rs) just did a unit re: how 2 rite a ltr. Like, a ltr ltr. Old skool, LOL. U haf 2 start w the d8 @ the top. Nxt rite ur address. Not ur email… like @ ur house. Then ur BFF’s address 2. U… Read More
Curriculum
You Majored in What?!
Graduation season is upon us, the time when we pause to celebrate the accomplishments of newly-minted degree-holders. Of course, in economic times such as these, there’s no guarantee that a new graduate, professionally green and facing unprecedented competition for jobs, will land solid employment just on the strength of a… Read More
Activities
Science Through Literature in Inner City Schools
It was very exciting – and a little intimidating – to be invited to spend a day at an inner-city high school in Los Angeles. I have spent over a decade developing and promoting an interdisciplinary approach to teaching core concepts in science and mathematics; throwing out the traditional text… Read More
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Hunger Games: An Opportunity for Relevant Discussion With Kids
If you don’t know The Hunger Games just arrived in theaters, then you probably also don’t have… Read More
Self-Efficacy
Albert Bandura may be most well known for his work on social cognitive theory and… Read More
What’s the Purpose of Education in the 21st Century?
When I conduct workshops for parents and educators and ask them, “Do you want kids… Read More
Instructional Technology
Definition Instructional technology is just what it sounds like: using computers, CD-ROMs, interactive media, modems,… Read More
