Ed-Tech Redux: Takeaways from iste2014
If you have not guessed by now, I am very excited about the iste2014 conference that was just held in Atlanta, GA. Once again, the folks at ISTE have found … Continue reading
Using LEGO to Build Math Concepts | Scholastic.com
If you were like me, the thought of math made you want to run for cover. I cannot explain my fear of math as a child. I can only tell … Continue reading
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
Another Look at the Writing Process
Teaching has absolutely changed since I was a child. And, how we teach writing has changed drastically due in large part to major advances in technology. According to Beth Holland’s … Continue reading
Math Aptitude: Fact or Fiction
Math aptitude I cannot tell you how many conversations I’ve had over the years with parents who have told me that their child isn’t capable of doing math because he … Continue reading
“My Little (Global) School”
“My Little (Global) School” Thomas Friedman has to be one of the most influential minds in America so when I read his op-ed piece in early spring, I was struck … Continue reading
Inspiring Young Readers: It is not just a summer goal
As the school year gets underway, I have started to put away all of the wonderful stories that I read during the summer. Never one to wait until the summer … Continue reading
Celebrating Difference: The New Normal
In preparing for a brand new school year, I find it helps me to have a theme for the year. This guiding principle helps to give me focus essentially serving … Continue reading
Find Your Role Model
I just ran across this blog posted on June 11 and could not resist sharing it with you. If you look at the screen shot above, I love the three … Continue reading
Stop the Free-Fall: Why is Literacy Education Important?
Why is literacy education so important to the future success of billions of young children? It is important because after 3rd grade, the likelihood that a student who is below … Continue reading