Category Archives: Together
From Squirrels to Rhizomes: An intro to #rhizo15
There’s a humorous statement that’s made around here that when you get sidetracked from something, you say “squirrel”. It’s reminiscent of what happens to dogs when they are out for a walk. Every squirrel catches their attention. Movement of a … Continue reading
ME in MEdia
I’m still new at this. My adventures after I ‘Awaken the Dragon‘ now leave me very visible and present in social media spaces. I need to carefully examine where that leaves ME. I’m not sure how my media creations look … Continue reading
We are not algorithms!
Last time I checked, I teach in a decidedly human way. And my students are spectacularly human in their reactions to my teaching. Their learning is uniquely their own in a very human process. Together, this combination of student+teacher is … Continue reading
Getting it Wrong
I have not failed. I have found ten thousand ways that do not work. Thomas Edison I’ve made mistakes. Lots of them. In my journey to become a more fluent user of digital technologies I’ve had to learn the hard … Continue reading
Tips from a Video Voice
I’m a reluctant video star. I’m sure I’m not the only one. Once we face the camera for the first time, our uncertainties arise. My comfort with my video voice has increased with exposure and experience due to some #HumanMOOC … Continue reading
Getting out of the cold
It’s been a little chilly around here lately. This long, white winter has gotten to me! My mind has slowed down and turned introspective. It’s cold in my head! It’s a little bit like frostbite of the synapses. Nowhere to go except … Continue reading
It’s a Matter of Perspective
alternate title – Things I Know For Sure I know that seeing things from both sides of an argument can help change your own views on things. Just take that whole dress discussion! First of all, why? Secondly, WHY? As … Continue reading
My personalized learning
My personal journey into the ‘MOOC’osphere and personalized learning happened in two ways at once. I’m participating in a free, online course offered through ISTE and also participating in an online book club where we are reading and discussing Personalized learning: A … Continue reading
Five Flames 4 Learning 