Can we learn without being comfortable?

As I noted in a recent publication: The optimal zone in which adults learn is referred to as disjuncture— when time seems to stop. . . when our biographical repertoire is no longer sufficient to cope automatically with our situation. . . where we have a tension with our environment (Jarvis, 2006). Without entering this zone, we are simply stacking up our experiences on top of things to which we can relate. This action often leads to an unnecessary compromise, where we settle for what is readily available to us, rather... [Read the full story]

Teen shoots himself to prove gang ties

By Brian KernHendricks County Flyer (Avon, Ind.) (actually, I think it proves that he’s imbalanced — see the medication references) BROWNSBURG, Ind. — A Brownsburg teen allegedly shot himself four times to prove to friends and an ex-girlfriend that he had gang ties.Zachary Booso, 19, was arrested early Sunday morning for filing a false police report after telling authorities that he was attacked and shot by an Indianapolis man.Booso later recanted and admitted that the gun shot wounds were self-inflicted and... [Read the full story]

LinkedIn Questions & Answers — Higher Education

I was crafting another LinkedIn question and happened across some previous answers I posted to a recurring theme (and corresponding position). I first got involved in the LinkedIn Questions and Answers when a student of mine asked if there was “this much” interaction outside the walls of academia (my courses, both face-to-face and online, are very interactive). I’ll post only the most recent response, but both questions. There’s a link to each if you want to follow up. IN either case, check out my... [Read the full story]

When in Rome - teaching 21st century students using 21st century tools

Here’s a link to the ERIC site where my presentation and paper “When in Rome - teaching 21st century students using 21st century tools” is stored. ED496202 - Engaging the Learner. Annual Instructional Technology Conference (12th, Murfreesboro, Tennessee, April 1-3, 2007) The slideshow is here. | View | Upload your own  Read More →

Truck with “extras” seized . . . Military vs. Gang + Police

“MEXICO CITY (Reuters) - Mexican soldiers battling a violent drug gang and corrupt local police confiscated a sport utility vehicle decked out with extras worthy of a James Bond movie. Cartel members rammed their SUV into a military truck patrolling in the state of Tamaulipas and threw a hand grenade before making their escape with the help of local police, the army said in a statement late Tuesday. Following a shootout with the gang, soldiers said they arrested four municipal police and confiscated an armored Jeep... [Read the full story]

Yesterday’s technology today -

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Retrofitting Learning Environments for Today’s Hyper-Networked Students

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NEWSCHANNEL 13 Investigation Reveals Gangs In The MilitaryUpdated:Feb 28, 2008 03:45 PM CSTNEWSCHANNEL 13 Investigation Reveals Gangs In The Military By Josh Simeone J.Simeone@krdo.com COLORADO SPRINGS - They are the ones protecting our country, but is everyone who joins the military joining to protect your freedom?Colorado Springs Police confirm to NEWSCHANNEL 13 that gangs have infiltrated army bases and posts nationwide.From Carlisle... [Read the full story]

Gangland : Basic Training 1-5

For showtimes, see the History Channel. What do you think?  Read More →

Are we teaching open social networking?

Just posted a teaching & business related item to my Kicking and Screaming blog, go see Are we teaching open social networking? Here’s an installment on the challenge: http://www.teachertube.com/view_video.php?viewkey=04ced4ee44c4b9104e8e  Read More →

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