November 2007

Two educational timewasters.

November 29, 2007

Because you could always be less productive: “Eight letters in search of a word.” Make as many three-or-more-letter words as you can in the time provided. “Know your world.” Locate cities, landmarks, et al on the map. Humbling at times, but fun. One Response to “Two educational timewasters.” gatorbob Says: December 12th, 2007 at 10:40 [...]

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On turning 29.

November 23, 2007

Once upon a time, I was dining out with some good friends. They brought along a woman I didn’t know—let’s call her “Mensa”—presumably to try and set us up. What ensued was a perfect example of why I hate setups. The topic turned to birthdays on holidays, or shared with celebrities and historical figures. I [...]

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“Only in education.”

November 12, 2007

This year I was selected to represent my department at a six-day training seminar for a program that we’ll call “Not A Thing,” or “N.A.T.” This was not exactly an honor, because I loathe having to miss school days. The kids take advantage of the substitute, I lose a day of instructional time because I [...]

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