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Writing Matters
Writing just a few words a day makes a difference. The words add up. Over time the words add up to sentences. The sentences add up to paragraphs.…
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20 Words. A Math Lesson.
20 words. 10 sticky notes, 2 words each. Trying to spark ideas, thoughts, debate, questions, conversation. Let us know what you think at #4OCF. Rich
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Make It a Blockbuster Night
I was recently thinking about the popularity of Blockbuster Video stores when I was in High School. At a given point in time, I would go with friends, and…
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Immediate Decision Making
On a daily basis, I make a ton of decisions. Some of them are important to big picture decisions that impact many. These often require taking in a lot of…
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That ‘88 Feeling
“In a year that has been so improbable, the impossible has happened."I was ten years old as the ball sailed into the seats in the right field pavilion.I heard those…
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Teachers as Writers: Worst Lesson
Last week, the Teachers as Writers Challenge asked to write about the worst lesson you’ve ever taught. My thoughts. The worst lesson I ever taught. Hmmm...I’m sure there were many…
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Silver Linings
Sometimes even silver linings have silver linings. Look for those moments when positive begets positive. Find the opportunities to make a situation better. In fact, make better best. When…
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Four Questions for the Future of Education
What are we "preparing" kids for? Ask any teacher what they are preparing students for and you will get a variety of answers. “I’m preparing them for middle school.”…