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Does Spelling Count? | Edutopia

  In order to answer this question, blogger Shira Loewenstein asks an essential question: what would happen if you were to eliminate subjects in your classroom? Eliminating any subject in the classroom is … Continue reading

December 22, 2013 · Leave a comment

Never Give Up

While away at a conference, I discovered a set of great photos that capture the essence of grit, determination, and self-advocacy. So remember, when in doubt, never lose that thing … Continue reading

December 19, 2013

2014 is the year of the internet of things—no, seriously, we mean it this time

If you are a parent or teacher, please read this post. It seems that experts believe next year is the year when technology will touch every aspect of ours and … Continue reading

December 9, 2013 · Leave a comment

The Biggest Challenge in Becoming Successful

What does it mean to be a successful person? This is a very important question with many different answers to the question depending on who you ask. I believe the … Continue reading

December 8, 2013 · Leave a comment

Making STEM Accessible for Every Child

A New Way to Think About STEM Non-traditional students are being challenged in a program that connects academics with real world opportunities. P-Tech is a Brooklyn based-school program “whose mission … Continue reading

December 8, 2013 · Leave a comment

Being Optimistic

“I am fundamentally an optimist. Whether that comes from nature or nurture, I cannot say. Part of being optimistic is keeping one’s head pointed toward the sun, one’s feet moving … Continue reading

December 7, 2013

Teaching Mandela

Teaching Mandela When the news of Nelson Mandela’s death broke late yesterday, time stopped for millions of people all over the world. For me, it was a moment that I’ll … Continue reading

December 7, 2013

Learning to Fly

I discovered a great photo on twitter this morning by Peter Brannon with the simply caption: “Baby owl learning to fly.” This picture so easily captures the spirit of effort, … Continue reading

December 2, 2013 · Leave a comment

From Brooklyn to Jakarta: Teaching Teachers Well | Edutopia

From Brooklyn to Jakarta: Teaching Teachers Well | Edutopia. As I prepare to return to school after spending an amazing Thanksgiving holiday with family and friends, my first thought is … Continue reading

December 2, 2013 · Leave a comment

Giving Tuesday

With only 26 days before Christmas, there are so many things that I am thankful for but none more than the ability to help others during this season of giving. … Continue reading

November 30, 2013 · Leave a comment