EFFORT v. MASTERY . . .Where is the balance? If grades are only a reflection of mastery, how do we […]
Everyone Wants to Improve Education-What Will it Take? A referendum on “PAY FOR PERFORMANCE”
So many factors go into a good education. In recent years, the light shed on what is needed is like […]
Writing-Kids must learn to write, communicate, use their imagination and creativity
Reading and writing are the key to learning. You can do or learn anything if you can read without relying […]
Technology in the Classroom – Stay Cutting-Edge – Encourage Differentiated Learning and Creativity
The education world needs to embrace technology in the classroom. First of all, 21st century education is to promote COMMUNICATION, […]
Create! Innovate! Imagine! Keep Children Engaged!
All children are artists. The problem is how to remain an artist once he grows up. Pablo Picasso “I’m enough […]
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I don’t want to live in a world where creativity is not fostered and nurtured. It…
Perspective: The Lessons of Sports and the Performing Arts-How Do They Contribute to Overall Education?
SPORTS AS A METAPHOR FOR LIFE I am all for sports. I believe that kids participating in sports learn valuable […]
Is a “new” idea really a new idea? Is true innovation possible?
The greatest idea! Is it a new, original idea or a different take on an old idea? Does interpretation […]
Encouraging Creativity — HOW?
THE CREATIVE PROCESS (click to enlarge) What is Creative? Take what you have or know and make something new with […]
STEM or STEAM – What Does It Really Mean and How Do We Do It?
“Anyone who has never made a mistake has never tried anything new.” ~ Albert Einstein ~ Every […]
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