TL;DR: Everyone is full of ideas and experiences to share. Writing a book is a way to share your ideas with other educators. You never know the impact your voice could have on others. Ever think about writing a book? Maybe you’ve seen a colleague publish a book, or you recently read a book that just spoke to you in … Read More
You want to write a book? Here’s my experience.
TL;DR: Author David Frangiosa shares his experiences about writing his book Going Gradeless, Grades 6-12: Shifting the Focus to Student Learning. He walks us through the process from developing an idea, writing a manuscript, peer review, chapter sequence, finding the right publisher for you, and what to do after your book is published. Writing a book has been one of … Read More
A Quick Breakdown of Web 3, the Metaverse and NFTs for Educators
TL;DR: Educators can help students navigate the world of Web 3, the metaverse, and NFTs. By educating ourselves about these technologies, we can provide opportunities for student interactions with these virtual worlds. A few weeks ago I listened to Gary Vaynerchuk (Gary Vee) being interviewed about the future in relation to NFTs. He was not only discussing NFTs but where … Read More
Patterns
TL;DR: Pattern recognition is a skill that can lead to discovery. Patterns help students better understand the world around them. Patterns are interdisciplinary. In the world of science education, identifying patterns is an incredibly important skill that we teach our students. Pattern identification has led to discoveries in all scientific disciplines, but the patterns that are resonating with me right … Read More
Episode #132: Matthew Bowerman
Matthew J. Bowerman has always sought to serve others. His career in education has spanned over 23 years, teaching in middle and high school as a Theatre, Special Education, English, and Reading teacher. He is the recipient of an EMMY Award, as well as a CINE Golden Eagle Film Award for Writing/Directing the educational short, “BusSTOP,” addressing the bullying crisis … Read More