As I perused my Facebook posts this morning, there were, of course, varied posts about Valentine’s Day. Many of my friends and family use this day to express thanks and gratitude for one another, while I notice that many other people feel that it is a pointless, worthless day. I … Continue reading
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We are very fortunate to live in a time when so much information is available to us, for free, if we take the time to find it and know what to look for. Although this may seem like an easy task, there is actually so much to sort through that … Continue reading
I have, up until last year, always had specific resolutions for the new year. Resolutions that I set with vigor and followed with stamina that eventually decreased in direct proportion to the time from January 1st. I think most people, if not all, resolve at this time to do something … Continue reading
…and I got him. I am engaged! I am so happy. As you have read in my posts, I often think about life, love, commitment, and other relationship issues. Also, you know that I have an ex-life: ex-husband, ex-inlaws, etc. Some people wonder why I would want to do “this” … Continue reading
See on Scoop.it – Educational Philosophy “In this ever-increasing technological age, we are faced with some amazing capabilities in education.” In this particular journal entry, the author discusses the necessity of addressing the whole child in education. I strongly agree with this, after spending almost half of my life teaching … Continue reading
See on Scoop.it – Educational Philosophy Indeed, I believe that this does happen in schools. As a music teacher, I have witnessed many students take pride in their ability to play an instrument, but I have also seen some students taje an extra effort to hide their talents, or not … Continue reading
November is Adoption Month in the United States, and while adoption may seem like a scary process, it is also a wonderful way to build a family, helping children who need homes to have a life with caring parents who desire a family. I know several families with one or … Continue reading
See on Scoop.it – Educational PhilosophyAssemblies, activities and goals to stimulate your global citizens (10 tips to promote global citizenship in the classroom http://t.co/ofdJDDPn (Guardian)…)…See on www.guardian.co.uk
Good morning. I am in an adult education class that is focused around The Power of Critical Theory. In class this morning, we are discussing power. Namely, how power is situated in everyday life, with some relationship to adult education. I have, as an adjunct professor, had some experience teaching … Continue reading