Category Archives: Learning
Uncommonly Ordinary
This notion of being ordinary continues to pervade my thinking and catch my attention. I’ve just watched uncommonly gifted athletes compete in the Winter Olympics, my jaw dropping each time there’s a flip, throw, toss, spin, slide or crash. It’s … Continue reading
Out of my comfort zone!
It’s unsettling. It’s got me wondering what I’m doing and how I get myself into these things. I’ve been pushed and pulled into new and interesting spaces. I’ve been encouraged to share and talk in places and spaces that are new to me. … Continue reading
A bit after BIT16 – reflections from a cave
The annual Educational Computing Organization of Ontario conference has just ended with echoes of many voices ringing and events resonating in my mind. There may be many blog posts that come from this ‘reflection-on-action’ since those who attended can certainly say … Continue reading
It’s Not about Raising My Average
“We are each the average of the people we hang out with and the experiences we choose.” Seth Godin, June 13, 2016. (Seth’s Blog) When I really think about it, my average is, well …., it’s average. It’s not in … Continue reading
Shifting My Thinking from ‘IF’ to ‘WHEN’
“Change is the law of life. Those who look only to the past or present are certain to miss the future.” John F. Kennedy It’s always been important for me to plan ahead. In my personal life, I’ve steadily organized details … Continue reading
My Media – participatory wandering
My media meanderings start and end with my teaching. By teaching something to others, I feel compelled to explore and learn more about it first. So it is with my media and digital literacy work. This week I’m exploring participatory … Continue reading
I remember you! How could I forget that face?
How long has it been? Where did we last see each other? How could I forget your face? Finding and remembering the face of others in digital spaces and personal learning networks is a personal mission. As my digital house … Continue reading
How do I teach? It’s complicated, complex, & a work of friction!
Teaching students, who are becoming teachers, how to teach is complicated AND complex. There’s no simple solution. There’s no set of guides or magic method that works for everyone, all the time. To define a framework or establish a process is incredibly … Continue reading
Five Flames 4 Learning 