As the tides of technological change sweep through industries, education stands at an inflection point. Increasingly, some educators are exploring how artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) could revolutionize the way we learn and process information. But what if we could couple these advanced technologies with the proven power of experiential learning? This tantalizing…
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Experiential Learning and Its Synergy with Artificial Intelligence
When we think about the future of learning, our minds often wander to artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML). These technologies have the potential to revolutionize how we learn and process information. But what if we could couple these advanced technologies with experiential learning? Good friend Anna CohenMiller pinged me on this topic recently,…
Harmony Over Heroism: Why the Republic Does Not Need Geniuses
The concept that a republic does not need geniuses may seem counterintuitive to many, given our society’s emphasis on individual greatness and exceptional intelligence. However, a deeper exploration of this idea reveals profound wisdom underneath its surface. In this blog post, we will dissect why a republic system does not necessarily require geniuses to function…
Breaking Out of Our Own Biases: A Journey to Self Awareness
The world is a vast tapestry of diverse perspectives and unique worldviews. Yet, we often find ourselves trapped within the confines of our own biases and assumptions. This limited perspective can hinder our growth and understanding, obscuring the rich complexity of life beyond our own experiences. But what if we could step outside ourselves? What…
Shifting the Blame: The User vs Developer in Digital Spaces
In our rapidly evolving digital world, we often find ourselves grappling with cyber challenges, software bugs, and system crashes. Historically, there has been a tendency to blame users when things go wrong, with phrases like “Read the friggin’ manual” (RTFM) implying that the fault lies with the user’s lack of understanding. However, as user experience…
Embracing Parenthood: Facing Life Through the Eyes of a Child
Every day, we wake up and face a world filled with beauty and wonder, but also hardships and challenges. Life, as we know it, is hard. It throws curveballs at us when we least expect them and tests our mettle in ways we could never have imagined. However, there’s something that has the potential to…
Navigating the Digital Landscape: Enjoy Screens, But Not Too Much, Mostly Together
In this digital era where screens are almost inevitable in our everyday lives, finding a balance between enjoying them and not overdoing them can be challenging. This post promises to guide you towards a healthier relationship with your screens. We will delve into simple definitions, provide examples, and give step-by-step guidelines for striking this balance.…
Understanding Privilege in Arguments: Principles vs Personal Opinions
Discussions about social inequality often involve examining the concept of privilege—the unearned benefits and advantages people receive simply because of their identity, whether race, gender, class, sexuality, or disability status. However, privilege also manifests subtly in how we argue during conversations and debates, specifically when the focus shifts away from broader principles to personal experiences…
When Desegregation Displaced Black Educators – A Review of ‘Jim Crows Pink Slip’
In her groundbreaking book “Jim Crow’s Pink Slip,” scholar Leslie T. Fenwick pulls back the curtain on the insidious effects of systemic racism within the American education system. Fenwick’s incisive analysis exposes how the era of school desegregation, while legally mandating racial integration, paradoxically led to a decimation of Black educational leadership as scores of…
Transitioning from Turning on Each Other to Turning Towards Each Other
In an increasingly polarized world, Brené Brown’s groundbreaking work on vulnerability and empathy continues to shine a light on the possibilities of human connection. One of her most profound insights revolves around the shift from a model of turning on each other to turning towards each other. This paradigm, discussed at length in her various…