Category Archives: parenting

Survival Mode

Posted on June 7, 2014 by Sarah

Hey there. Remember me? I’m that crazy biology professor that used to blog on this site. I just survived the semester from H-E-double hockey sticks. Survived is a good word for it. I can’t say that I was the most … Continue reading →

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Why does this Programmer Enjoy Learning from Teachers?

Posted on March 15, 2014 by Michael

While I work as a professional software engineer and scrum master, I have become passionate about creating environments of learning and becoming better as a teacher. While some of my geek or software buddies believe that I’m weird, I believe … Continue reading →

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“STEAM: Creating A Maker Mindset” by @vvrotny and @speterson224

Posted on February 22, 2014 by Michael

As parents and teachers, we encourage our kids to become well rounded people who love learning.   In our world of cell phones, ipads, and computers, it’s easy for kids to become passive consumers of media and technology.   We, … Continue reading →

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3 Steps to Energize Your 2014

Posted on January 4, 2014 by Michael

How was your day? Did you feel energized by your activities or work? For me, this is such a powerful question. We have no clue how long we will be blessed to live our lives. I consider each day a … Continue reading →

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Mind Blowing Creatives and Projects from Atlanta Mini Maker Faire 2013

Posted on October 28, 2013 by Michael

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 →

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Join us at the Atlanta Mini Maker Faire

Posted on October 9, 2013 by Michael

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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14 Top Posts From InspiredToEducate.NET

Posted on April 12, 2013 by Michael

5 ways to get more results in your teaching environment. Want to build team collaboration, communication, and productivity? Make work visible! Reduce your stress level with keeping a plan 7 ideas for creating a student centered learning environment by Paul … Continue reading →

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5 fun learning experiences with Legos

Posted on September 29, 2012 by Michael

Last Saturday, my four year old son Peter and I got lost in Lego Land for three hours. What were we doing? While the Lego Land experience has tons of activities for parents and their kids, my Peter and I … Continue reading →

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Why is perspective critical to leading and teaching?

Posted on September 22, 2012 by Michael

In our quest to create positive change in the world, I have been inspired to reflect upon the idea that people see the world in different ways. We all wear metaphorical “sun glasses.” These glasses color the way we see … Continue reading →

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Simon Sinek: How great leaders and teachers inspire action?

Posted on September 17, 2012 by Michael

Image from https://twitter.com/AngelaMaiers/status/230334473017884673/photo/1 Why should we communicate starting with “WHY?” In the context of leading, the average presentation can spend a lot of time down in the details.   The inspired teachers and leaders talk about why they believe a particular … Continue reading →

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