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The Power of Twitter for Educators

    Just a few short years ago, no one could have ever told me I would be writing a blog post strongly encouraging teachers to use Twitter as a … Continue reading

April 27, 2014 · Leave a comment

Virtual Education

The idea of exactly what virtual education is has shifted, and I give much of the credit for this change to one of my favorite innovators, Salman Khan. While this … Continue reading

October 14, 2013 · 2 Comments

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

September 9, 2013 · Leave a comment

How to Build Grit in Kids?

What’s the best predictor of success in a child’s life? “Grit,” says psychologist Dr. Angela Lee Duckworth.  “Gritty kids, according to Dr. Duckworth, possess the passion and perseverance it takes … Continue reading

July 27, 2013 · 3 Comments

Predicting Future Success for Children

Is Spatial Ability a Predictor of Future Success in Technology, Math, and Science? A recent study published in the journal Psychological Science has opened the door, once again, for educators to … Continue reading

July 24, 2013 · Leave a comment

Great Teachers Can Break Through Any Barrier

A picture is worth 1000 words. This safe has been through a lot. What do you think is its story? If I had to tell its story, I’d say it … Continue reading

July 13, 2013 · Leave a comment

Tech Isn’t Everything – Teachers Are! Applications to Better Prepare Educators for the Digital Age

Here is an article that I discovered that I thought I’d pass along to anyone looking for interesting apps during the summer relating to technology and the classroom. Happy Summer! … Continue reading

July 13, 2013 · Leave a comment