Okay, let’s step in that bear trap. All I ask is that you actually read my argument before you leave… Read more Why Black Lives Matter and “All Lives Matter” is Offensive
Author: timothygoodwin
How Long Can We Do More With Less?
Dallas police chief said in his news conference after the shootings last week, “We’re asking cops to do too much… Read more How Long Can We Do More With Less?
From One Teacher to Politicians
I’m currently at the National Science Teacher’s Association Conference in Nashville. Yeah, I actually went to conference sessions all day!… Read more From One Teacher to Politicians
Anger, Fear, Politics, Steinbeck, Springsteen, and Jesus
Anger and fear. These seem to be the defining terms for our nation at this time. Everyone seems to have… Read more Anger, Fear, Politics, Steinbeck, Springsteen, and Jesus
This is the Beginning–From “I” to “We”
I’m wrestling with something I read in Steinbeck’s Grapes of Wrath this morning. He writes: The Western Land, nervous under… Read more This is the Beginning–From “I” to “We”
The Perfect Double Leg Takedown and Authentic Learning
When I coached wrestling, I started the season by teaching (or, in most cases, re-teaching) that most basic of wrestling… Read more The Perfect Double Leg Takedown and Authentic Learning
Are You an Advocate or Adversary for Your Students?
Recently I observed a student turn in a writing assignment to my colleague. The assignment was late. My colleague accepted… Read more Are You an Advocate or Adversary for Your Students?
Anniversary of Einstein’s Theory of General Relativity and Presidential Politics
Today is the 100th anniversary of Einstein’s Theory of General Relativity. I’m sure somewhere today I will read, see on… Read more Anniversary of Einstein’s Theory of General Relativity and Presidential Politics
The Epistemological Ecosystem and the Great Lie in Education
The Epistemological Ecosystem and the Great Lie in Education There is a great lie that has become accepted as “truth”… Read more The Epistemological Ecosystem and the Great Lie in Education
Connecting the Dots Between Constructivism and Essentialism in Teaching
This is a first attempt at an RSAnimate style video.