A Year of This, Makes A Lifelong Learner

photo credit:Barrett Garden Work Day -photopin.com While schools have switched from chalkboards to keyboards, skills like how to think independently and how to collaborate with others are not taught by a computer – those skills are taught by great teachers who have a huge impact on our lives. The memory of our favorite teacher stays… Continue reading A Year of This, Makes A Lifelong Learner

Losing Your Fear of Poetry

When I taught ESL, my students dreaded analyzing poetry. I was able to relate, as I once feared the condensed rhythmical words myself, for their power to humble students and teachers alike. But I pushed past my fear, and delved into the dark dungeon of poetry, and unearthed a treasure, which I have been richer… Continue reading Losing Your Fear of Poetry