This post is the first in a series of three. I have been studying a “systems view of life” as… Read more Why is it so Hard to Change Someone’s Mind? (part 1 of 3)
Category: Educator
Writing from my perspective as an educator
It’s Not What the Teachers Do, It’s What the Students Do
During the last month, teachers have had to rebuild their ship while sailing. That was a daunting task. I’m sure… Read more It’s Not What the Teachers Do, It’s What the Students Do
A New Framework for Learning
This morning I’m sharing a short video titled “The Learning Cycle: Consider, Construct, Confirm.” This is a 14 minute “nutshell”… Read more A New Framework for Learning
Yes! That’s it Exactly!
I was nearly brought to tears this morning when what I have been feeling, worrying about, and thinking for the… Read more Yes! That’s it Exactly!
Thoughts From a Loser Teacher
Well, it’s official. I’m a loser. Have been since the age of 24 when I got my first teaching job.… Read more Thoughts From a Loser Teacher
Why Grades Matter (but maybe not how you might think)
The act of grading someone for their work immediately changes everything. One cannot help but be influenced primarily by extrinsic… Read more Why Grades Matter (but maybe not how you might think)
Downshifting
This morning was like any other. I begin the day reading about such things as children of employees of a… Read more Downshifting
The Three Sisters
For centuries, the Iroquois (and now many other cultures) have been growing corn, beans, and squash together, referring to them… Read more The Three Sisters
In a Groove or Stuck in a Rut
The Tuesday after Labor Day has typically been the first day of classes. Even years when I started teaching the… Read more In a Groove or Stuck in a Rut
Teaching in Mismatched Shoes
I was out and about running errands late Wednesday afternoon. I stamped the snow off my feet before stepping inside,… Read more Teaching in Mismatched Shoes
Tim Goodwin 