This is going to be an interesting year. I've been teaching for over 20 years, and this year I turn 60. Thoughts turn to what one does next. Education is going through a huge transition with the continued advances in technology, and the nation-wide adoption of the Common Core Standards. How will your site/district/community deal with test scores lower than what the public is used to with standardized testing? How will educators adjust to a mandate to incorporate technology into teaching and learning, even if access is limited? How do we, as educators, maintain the enthusiasm and freedom of creativity while protecting our rights as teachers to take risks with curriculum and pedagogy?
I have been inspired this summer by the likes of Bobby Chiu, Steve Silver, Scott Robertson, Sparth and Nick Pugh. Take a look at these artists, and look at the ways they are giving back, (especially Bobby and Steve). How should I give back is what drives me these days.
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| Exoterran newt- Painter 11, Photoshop CS5- Jeff Brain |
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Hey, Mr. Brain. Cool blog, thinking of starting one myself, mainly featuring biology stories, links, etc. that my students and friends might find interesting.
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