So, deep down, I identify as a librarian. It probably goes back to the close friendship I had with Mrs. Searcy, the librarian in my elementary school. She taught me to use a film-strip projector, and how to search for things in the card catalog. Or Mrs. Joan Crawford, the media specialist my mom worked …
I refer to the years 2020-2022 as “The COVID-years”. Suddenly, teachers across the planet received a new job description. In addition to being the instructional planner, facilitator, and personal mentor, teachers became digital specialists as well. They were told, “Sure, you can educate the youth, but can you do it using a remote control? Using …
Read moreAs tech evolves, are we headed for automated education?
Every now and then I come across other math educators across the planet that are ‘spreading the good word’ and ‘flippin’ the script’ on how people view math. I think the general assumption is that math is an honorable and stoic academic pursuit. Well, sure, but it doesn’t have to be so serious about it! …
Read moreBringing the Math Engagement . . . from Down Under!
In an ocean of math content, some sites just stand out as being helpful in oh-so-many ways. I know in my 10 years of teaching math, I’ve run across some websites that I just can’t imagine doing without! It’s hard to narrow it down, but I’ll try. I’ll make it easier by narrowing it down. …