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Weathering the Storm of Educational Reform
By Andrew Hawk If there is one thing that school personnel can count on, it’s that change is on the horizon. Technological advances trickle into the classroom, instructional design theories rotate, and curriculum resources are regularly updated. Additionally, education reform … Continue reading
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As educators make their way back into the classroom after the winter break, some may be feeling weary—but nonetheless, they will return, and they will continue the good work of teaching tomorrow’s problem solvers. Here’s a poem by José Vilson … Continue reading
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Weathering the Storm of Education Reform
By Andrew Hawk It is almost 2016, and that means a presidential election year is almost upon us. At this point, campaigns are not yet in full swing, but candidates on both sides of the aisle are already vying for … Continue reading