The 45 Lessons Life Taught Me I came across these fabulous words of advice this week written by a 90 year old. (Thanks to my dear friend Hilary for sharing them.) I think that each of us will be able to identify with them … the trick of course is to remember them! Written by [...]
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As we each try to maximize the classroom learning opportunities for our students, some are suggesting that how we use homework should be given a new look. Cathy Vatterott, in her book, Rethinking Homework, Best Practices That Support Diverse Needs, shares what type of learning we want our students to experience should drive the homework [...]
Many states (48 to be specific) are busy gearing up for the new Core Standards to be embraced by schools -standards that raise the bar on student achievement outcomes and educational community’s commitment to student success. In a recent ASCD article (March, 2011) they shared, “The Common Core standards are internationally bench marked and backed [...]
I am one of five children; both of my parents did not get a high school diploma, but taught each of us the value of education. Of the five kids, I must admit I was not the most studious–much to the dismay of my parents. I remember one time when my father asked if I [...]
“Imagine everything you do could fall into one of three buckets: Bad Work. Good Work. Great Work. I’m not talking about the quality of the work you deliver – I’ve no doubt that’s fine. I’m talking about the meaning the work has for you and the impact it makes.” Think about your day, the challenges, [...]
Been reading some works by Michael Stanier (http://www.boxofcrayons.biz I think I am in love with this guy!!)–his writings on bad work, good work and great work really have helped me refocus on some issues. He shares that bad work is a waste of time, energy and life. Doing it once is one time too many. [...]
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