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Is Teaching Golf Like Teaching Algebra?
My work in this field starts with a simple logical argument: A: Learning happens in…
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“You Can Find Research that Proves Anything”
Sometimes teachers hear about research that SUPPORTS our current beliefs and teaching practice. Honestly, that…
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Zero to Birth by William Harris
No two human brains are the same – but, the developmental process that leads to…
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Read This Post with Your Right Brain First…
My Twitter feed is suddenly awash with one of those “how does your brain?” work…
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You Should Not (or Should) Let Your Students Take Pictures...
Back in October, I wrote a blog post about a surprise: it turns out that…
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Beware the Experts: The Danger of Popular Science Writing
Here’s a little expert advice on nutrition: Michael Phelps — the most decorated Olympic athelete…
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