New Math – New Technology = Failure by Elizabeth Green

September 5th, 2014

(New Math) – (New Technology) = Failure by Elizabeth Green (no relation) deals with the Common Core’s approach to teaching math and how few schools seem to have shown teachers how to teach it. This if from the July 27, 2014 edition of The New York Times Magazine. Read the entire article here.

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Driven by Data: A Practical Guide to Improve Instruction by Paul Bambrick-Santoyo

August 21st, 2014

Driven by Data: A Practical Guide to Improve Instruction by Paul Bambrick-Santoyo offers a step by step approach to preparing your students for high-stakes tests while students work to master standards. While you may be hoping for the current testing madness to end, Paul offers a practical way for your school to out perform other […]

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I’m Off the Grid Until Monday. Time to Review My Archives.

August 8th, 2014

In lieu of my Net Nuggets today I’m referring you to my 100+ book summaries available under the BOOK SUMMARIES tab near the top of my home page. There is a twofold purpose for these summaries. The first is to assist you with purchasing decisions. The summaries contain the key concepts from the books, but lack the detailed evidence and interesting stories that support the author’s claims. The second purpose is to help you review and internalize the key concepts. I started summarizing books as part of my doctoral work as I wasn’t happy with how much I remembered after I read a book.

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London Calling – Tips from Dr. Doug’s travels in England

July 13th, 2014

After nine days in London I have recommendations for your bucket list. It’s a great trip for educators, parents, and children of any age. Museums are amazing and free, but some special exhibits have entrance fees. Below are links to pictures from those I visited. All cater to school groups as every museum should.

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How Education Abroad Can Improve Your Career Prospects by Ebin Mathew

June 10th, 2014

How Education Abroad Can Improve Your Career Prospects by Ebin Mathew makes a compelling case for spending sometime in another country as part of one’s formal education. Please share with any students you know. Also check out the writing service that Ebin works for.

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