Resources from the people I follow on Twitter, professional emails, and my own surfing
Talking to Strangers: What We Should Know About the People We Don’t Know by Malcolm Gladwell features a number of notable stories where people were unable to correctly determine the intention of strangers. We default to truth when talking to strangers, which makes us prone to misjudgment. The opposite approach of always being skeptical of strangers, however, seems to be less productive.
Talking to Strangers: What We Should Know About the People We Don’t Know by Malcolm Gladwell
October 7th, 2024Navigating Your Career Path: The Power of a Professional Development Plan by Emily Graham
October 3rd, 2024
A professional development plan is a strategic tool that guides your career trajectory toward success. It empowers you to take charge of your growth by providing a structured approach to achieving your professional goals. Embracing this plan can dramatically enhance your effectiveness and satisfaction in your
career.
MATH-ish: Finding Creativity, Diversity, and Meaning in Mathematics by Jo Boaler
September 9th, 2024
MATH-ish: Finding Creativity, Diversity, and Meaning in Mathematics by Jo Boaler explains how to change math teaching in order to allow more students to succeed. Students should study and create visuals, engage in class discussions, and be given more diverse lessons. Be sure to check out her website YouCubed.org for lots of great math resources.
Brave New Words: How AI Will Revolutionize Education (and Why That’s a Good Thing) by Salman Khan
August 23rd, 2024
Brave New Words: How AI Will Revolutionize Education (and Why That’s a Good Thing) by Salman Khan paints a rosy picture of how AI can be used to provide personalized tutoring and assessment for every student. It can also help parents as they monitor and encourage their children to focus on important learning. While I hope that Sal is right to be positive, this book reads a bit like an advertisement for Kahnmigo, his tutoring product. None the less, it is a must read for parents, teachers, and school leaders.
Adopt Health and Wellness Strategies for a Happier You by Emily Graham
August 9th, 2024
Living in the hustle and bustle of daily life can often leave you feeling drained and unproductive. We often forget to take care of ourselves to keep up with the demands of our lives. This is especially true when it comes to health, both physical and mental.
