Promoting Interest in the Classroom
Posted on Sep 22, 2008 | Last Updated Nov 12, 2011
An essay about the role teachers play in making subjects interesting, valuable and relevant to students. Prompted by an Open-House visit to Westland High School.
education, interest
It all begins on a bad day
Posted on Mar 4, 2004 | Last Updated Nov 5, 2011
Chapter 1 of The Hermit Colony, a satirical story about a man named Jeremiah Williams.
Hermit Colony, chapter 1, humor, satire, fiction
Using the Internet
Posted on Oct 19, 2002 | Last Updated Oct 26, 2011
This editorial on education was printed as a Chalkboard column in the Messenger.
how people can use the internet, internet value
The Forgotten Philosopher: A Look at John Dewey
Posted on Oct 19, 2002 | Last Updated Oct 26, 2011
An essay delving into the educational philosophy of John Dewey.
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Another rough week
Posted on Apr 27, 2003 | Last Updated Oct 31, 2011
Another week of recovery for Donna Olson.
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Make JavaScript Math.random() useful
Posted on Aug 3, 2004 | Last Updated Sep 30, 2013
How to use the JavaScript Math.random function useful with round, ceiling, and floor.
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Greg Oden, Buckeyes and Basketball
Posted on Apr 16, 2007 | Last Updated Nov 11, 2011
Commentary on collegiate basketball, American colleges and professional sports.
sports, college, greg oden, osu, buckeyes
America’s New War
Posted on Oct 19, 2002 | Last Updated Oct 30, 2011
A reaction to the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on America, written shortly after the attacks.
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