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Greg Oden, Buckeyes and Basketball
Commentary on collegiate basketball, American colleges and professional sports.
A World Without Pain
An essay in reaction to the New Orleans disaster following hurricane Katrina.
My Experience at Westland High School
How an honor-roll student can lose heart and drop out
An overview of Shawn Olson's experience at Westland High School.
The Price of Learning: Gradecard Dilemma
There is a paradox concerning a parent's push for good grades. The kids don't care about learning.
Promoting Interest in the Classroom
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.
Canon 10D Err 99
Article regarding the infamous Err 99 in the Canon 10D digital SLR.
Loch Ness Monster
Loch Ness Monster digital painting.
Some thoughts on learning
Shawn Olson criticizes the standard battle between educators promoting exclusive learning styles.
Voting with the ego.
Egoism may not be popular, but it's what's getting my vote.