Wk 4-Wimba

Wow...That is all I can say. Once again, I am amazed and inspired by the great work my fellow students have produced. The presentations during the Wimba were great. Not only were they well designed, but everyone did such a great job guiding us through it.You guys rock and I am glad I have had the opportunity to go through this process with such a talented gro...

Read more »

WK 4-Leadership/Publishing Project

I would like to present my project at the Texas Computer Education Association (TCEA) conference that takes place every February in Austin, Texas. Before I actually apply, I am going to recruit a couple of the teachers in my CBR cohort to present with me. Here is my presentation as it stands now. You can view the instructors notes by clicking action at the bottom of the window once the project launches.My Publishing/Leadership Proj...

Read more »

Wk 4-Reading

To me, this is one of the most powerful quotes in the book The Art of Possibility. It is reminder about the importance of the moment and what is at stake. Indeed, it is the task of us all to produce and procure the betterment of others. We are truly one big WE.Although this desire to work in consort with his fellow man for the greater good should be the responsibility of everyone, it is even more so for those of us who have chosen to teach. It is by definition the core of our chosen path. This quote reminds us that our relationships with our students are dynamic and sometimes unpredictable. Educators talk about 'the teachable moment.' ...

Read more »

Wk 4-Scott Comment

Wk 4 Readings: My Focus on the Effort Ch. 9-12There are so many concepts of my life I can apply Zanders philosophies to both personally and professionally. However, as I write this passage, at this very moment my thoughts are with the five at-risk youth I am trying to work with. I stress trying because as life ‘is what it is’ for me, I had to realize it is the same for them. I may not be able to change them, well influence their beliefs is a better and more appropriate phrase. I can only lead by example, show them I sincerely love and care for them and want the best that life can offer, feed them positivity and show them the possible outcome.How...

Read more »

WK 4-Shavor Comment

WK 4 Reading Ch. 9-12"Enrollment is not about forcing, cajoling, tricking, bargaining, pressuring or guilt-tripping someone into doing something your way. Enrollment is the art and practice of generating a spark of possibility for others to share."If anything could describe how I operate with team mates and clients on a daily basis it would be the above quote from the Zanders book. After reading the story about the children and the orchestra I found myself in tears. Part of me realized that A) for the last year I have been in the presence of teachers that have that passion required in spite of all that has opposed them. What a gift that has been....

Read more »

Week 3-Rule Number 6

I must admit... Many of the principles discussed in The Art of Possibility are concepts I completely believe in and have used as guides during my life. In fact, at times while reading it I have wondered if there was a point to continuing (The irony does not escape me). While reading, I have had a lot of 'of course' and 'naturally' moments.And then it happened... Epiphany!I have two sons (Drayton 5 and Dalton 3) who I love with all my heart. Lately, my oldest son and I have started developing a bit of a contentious relationship. He seems to challenge me at every turn. Of course, I, having a tendency to be too authoritarian, haven't budged....

Read more »

Week 3-Wimba

Abstracts, Week 4 Wimba, Publishing Project, Ahhhhhhhhhhhhh!This weeks wimba left my head spinning. I love the book but I could hardly focus on that part. So much to do... I do appreciate the clarification on all of these up and coming issues (did you say meany pants?). I need to come up with a better plan. I have let technical issues, the laws of inertia due to a week off, and personal habits become a bit of hindrance during this month. Re-focusing as I type...It's both exciting and scary to be getting near the end. I am anxious to get my publishing project up to speed and I look forward to presenting to the class. I may even make a live...

Read more »