Another Origin Story
I often tell folks that I learned to love music and programming in a public middle school and I’ll be damned if anyone will deprive …
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THIS is Why Schools Exist
Hint: It’s probably not what you think.
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This is Our Moment!
I hope that anyone reading this is healthy and sane during this period of uncertainty. Teachers and kids alike are grieving over the loss of …
Love is a Prerequisite
There is so much for educators to learn about learning, learn about love, and loving to learn in this remarkable reunion commemorating Art Blakey’s Centennial. …
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Randy Jackson is Full of Crap and Destroying Our Culture
I’ve watched American Idol since its inception and am a fan. Months ago, I predicted that Angie would win this year. we will know for …
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Confronting a Cliché
Just returned home from speaking at another large international conference where meaningless clichés filled the air and rolled off of people’s tongues. Aside from being …
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Gift Ideas for You and Colleagues (it’s not too late)
Four collections of recommended books The Constructivist Consortium has compiled an extensive online book store for creative educators. Be sure to peruse these recommendations! Wanna …
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Teachers: Watch this and Try not to Cry – Then DO SOMETHING!
60 Minutes just aired a two-part story that stands in their grand tradition of breathtaking journalism. The report tells the story of Gospel for Teens, …
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Hey, NBC! There are Great Teachers here in Education Nation
In anticipation of NBC News’ assault on public education, Education Nation, I decided to collect some inspirational tales of teaching excellence. I hope you enjoy …
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Me and Mr. Jones (2001)
The story of a boy’s academic pursuits in New Jersey and education’s lack of progress since then… Author’s note: As a response to the bile …