Monday, August 4, 2014

8-4-14 Wag The Dog Week

WagTheDog | Everyone has been made for some particular work, and the desire for that work has been put in every heart. ~ Rumi:







Care To Learn
Image: Rutu Modan   “What does it take to be a good parent? We know some of the tricks for teaching kids to become high achievers. For example, research suggests that when parents praise effort rather than ability, children develop a stronger work ethic and become more motivated. Yet although some parents live vicariously through their children’s accomplishments, success is not the No. 1 priority






8-3-14 Wag The Dog Week
WagTheDog | Everyone has been made for some particular work, and the desire for that work has been put in every heart. ~ Rumi: Cognitive PrivilegeI’ve been wondering lately if there is such a thing as cognitive privilege and what role it might play in the Common Core debate? Is it possible that there are highly intelligent individuals who lack the empathy and wisdom to “see” and understand the aca