As a game developer, I have become convinced that games can have a profound impact in teaching and changing the world. Why? Games encourage us to take on epic challenges and objectives. In the act of making a game, designers and developers have the opportunity to craft the Read more…
When I am not organized with planning my commitments to my faith life, family, and work, it can be stressful. We all experience this mental stress at some level. In previous posts regarding “Getting things done”, we introduced ways for collecting and organizing our life commitments. In this post, Read more…
As a leader, parent, spouse, and teacher, the demands on our lives seem to be increasing. How do we do more with less? In conversation I had with Vicki Davis( aka coolcatteacher ) this weekend, she introduced me to the connection between a project management style known as agile Read more…
Abstract: Submission to the United States Innovative Education Forum http://www.microsoft.com/education/uspil/usief/default.mspx. Ananth Pai’s objective is to achieve fifth grade level growth from third grade class by individualized learning using NWEA MAP assessment and their learning continuum (DesCartes) for Reading and Math, and engaging students at all times through scalable game based Read more…
Abstract: In this poignant, funny follow-up to his fabled 2006 talk, Sir Ken Robinson makes the case for a radical shift from standardized schools to personalized learning — creating conditions where kids’ natural talents can flourish. For more awesome inspiration, please visit Ted.com In this talk, I believe Mr. Robinson Read more…
Stop! Take 10 seconds to consider a world where computer programs did not exist. In this world of “no computer programs,” the following is true: The internet does not exist. Facebook does not exist. You would not be reading this blog article. Your phone would just make phone calls… Read more…
In a previous post, we had introduced Getting Things Done(GTD), a system for productivity focused on helping you reduce stress by helping you stay organized. A friend of mine from Forerunner communications, sponsored a cool series of YouTube tutorials on GTD. These videos help you implement the GTD system Read more…
Posting by my wife Dr. Sarah Rosario As I begin my second year as a college professor I find myself examining the purpose of my job. I read this article () the other day and it made me think hard about my role as a teacher. A couple of lines Read more…
http://www.flickr.com/photos/haiko/154105033/sizes/m/in/photostream/ I love to discover deals and free stuff(books, resources, tools.) I am the type of person who thrives on connecting with people too. The act of forming relationships and learning about other people and their ideas have profound personal education benefits. As I help my wife Read more…
Curiosity and NASA team… You’ve made us all proud! This is the Olympics of engineering! Wow! The rover sent back pictures too! MarsCuriosity You asked for pics from my trip. Here you go! My 1st look (of many to come) of my new home… MARS! #MSL pic.twitter.com/894ouNJt @MarsCuriosity No photo or it Read more…