Good idea to read a bit about the Coalition before tomorrow’s field trip. SWW was configured on and informed by Coalition philosophies/structures. Reading more about this network of schools around the country will add perspective to what we will see and hear.
I’ve had a question about dress for tomorrow and happily tell you that [...]
October 15, 2007
Coalition of Essential Schools Web Site
October 15, 2007
Do Men Have a Place in the Classroom?
The feminization of teaching has gotten way out of control. Women have controlled the profession since the 1890’s but now it’s affecting our youth. If there are no male teachers then how do boys know if it’s okay to be smart? Young males all across the country are falling behind their female counterparts and many are even getting [...]
October 15, 2007
On Authenticity and Access
I posted this to my 506 blog, but I thought it had some bearing on the work we’ve been doing in this class.
I want to focus on Kajder essay to talk about two problems that I haven’t found covered fully in our readings. One is the assertion that engaging in digital literacy is an authentic (or [...]
October 15, 2007
School Without Walls Field Trip Info/Where is Raph?
Raph, Li and I have been trying to get in contact with you since last Tuesday so that we can confirm that everything is in order for the Rochester field trip to School Without Walls. This trip happens tomorrow and we haven’t heard from you so naturally we are getting a little concerned. You are suppose to be [...]
