Where do social action, art, music, technology, media, pop culture, and most importantly, student needs intersect?
Wow! I have been doing so much thinking about the effects of too much emphasis on testing on students. I know. So many people have discussed it. So many more people will discuss it. But, it doesn't hurt to continue this important discourse. These important discussions coupled with action are the only way to transform education into what our students deserve. Please listen to Barry Lane's tune. Share it. Discuss it. Keep the dreams alive.
(Response to Romance in the Classroom: Inviting Discourse on Gender and Power by Diane Waff) I could not agree more with the need for discussing and responding to gender dynamics in the classroom. I've known for a long time about the disproportionate amount of time spent on male students due to classroom management issues. I understand how in this respect female students are losing out on attention from the teacher. This may lead to female students feeling less invested in school. I also understand how...
Sitting at a district meeting yesterday, I heard more of an all too widespread and alarming discussion. “Our students aren’t interested in learning like we were.” “The kids today are distracted by gadgets...
So what have you all been doing during this week of professional development and teacher preparation? Well, I have to say this has been the best week of PD yet. It's probably because it's all about educational reform, why it's necessary, and what needs to change. North Dallas High School has been awarded the TTIPS grant to transform the campus. This is a time for impact. This is a time to make a difference. This is a time where empowered educators with vision and discipline can be catalysts to reform education...
I have had the pleasure of working with almost half of our incoming Freshman class this week during our campus' Early Start program. These kids were dynamite! So energetic. So enthusiastic. For the most part, they seemed to know that high school meant business. It's amazing how quickly kids can become friends. It's fascinating how various combinations of students can really set the tone for the whole class. There were some really bright kids. You know the ones whose lights are clearly on and searching for more information...
via bigthink.com Does anyone know the stats for Texas? I bet we are in worse shape than Iowa. We need to RETHINK our schools. If not, we will be left behind. Watch this. It's not just about relationships...