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Monthly Archives: October 2013
Frustration
This morning we had a DNA extraction exercise in my Introductory Biology course. I asked my students where DNA is located in our cells (answer: the nucleus). They stared at me blankly. We are more than halfway through the semester … Continue reading
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Mind Blowing Creatives and Projects from Atlanta Mini Maker Faire 2013
Creative people enjoy sharing their craft with the community. The Atlanta Mini Maker Faire (AMMF) showcased creatives, craft makers, artists, inventors, and technologists from across Georgia and the US. The outdoor conference blended the best of an arts show and … Continue reading
Every Student Has a Story
All sorts of people walk into my classroom. One of the benefits of teaching is that you get to meet individuals that you might not otherwise encounter. This brings a richness to my own life for which I am … Continue reading
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5 Strategies For Getting Noticed Using Social Media
As one finishes college, students start to think about how they can “stand out from the crowd” to prospective employers. Employers use Google to research the background of potential candidates. It’s just part of the hiring process. If someone Googled … Continue reading
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Join us at the Atlanta Mini Maker Faire
As part of the Makers movement, a Maker Faire is a community gathering that celebrates creative expression in digital fabrication, arts, fine crafts, robotics, programming, and engineering. Across the nation, these events are inspiring kids and adults to be creative, … Continue reading
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Something Old, Something New: Blending Physical Objects and Computing For Learning
Given that Sarah and I love science, we enjoy exposing our family to novel learning experiences. In the past month, we had the opportunity to enjoy the Museum of Science in Boston, MA. I greatly enjoy hands on learning. Getting … Continue reading
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