Terry Freedman is conducting a survey of teachers who are currently implementing “Web 2.0” projects in their classes: wikis, blogs, podcasts, social networking, etc. (I contributed the wiki my sophomores just started building). If you’re interested in taking the survey, here’s the link.
My First Week at School, by Damian, age 6
Many moons ago, Todd asked, “How Was It For You?” Since he started about a week ahead of me, I couldn’t respond at the moment, but in the spirit of reflective teaching, I’ll now answer the same questions he asked himself. What went well? Did you do anything this year…
It’s Official: I’m Certifiable
As a school psychologist, that is! I got my PRAXIS II results back last week, and I did well enough that I can apply for certification in all 50 states, as well as NCSP (national certification). All that’s left is to kill off this internship and 3 more courses, and…
Mai Songz: Let Me Show U Them
So Jeff listed and explained his Top Ten songs of the moment and encouraged his readership to do the same. I’m taking him up on it here. I’ve also included links to eMusic where applicable (check them out – highly worthwhile, DRM-free indie-label music of all genres). Here they are,…
New Year’s Eve (No Rockin’ Here)
Gregorians be damned; tonight is the REAL New Year’s Eve – school starts tomorrow for us. Nothing profound to say except to wish all of you who start teaching tomorrow good luck, especially pre-service and first-year teachers – we are all rooting for you. My wife, whose first day is…