What a week for our Husker head football coach!  A terrific lesson for everyone about the power of the spoken word in a time of incredible technology.  A valuable lesson for our students as they navigate the social media world and (many) don’t yet understand the staying power of the spoken/printed word.  Oh, the many lessons we modern teachers have to choose from!

Today’s posts reflect some blogs I have read that speak to the reality of the modern schoolteacher.  May they offer ideas you can use as you think about your teaching.

AL A CARTE (9/20/2013)

Why You Should Be Jealous of Teachers — I like how this person thinks!  It is good to be a teacher.

Tablets vs. Textbooks — This website really breaks down the pros and cons of the way we transmit texts to students.  Worth a read.

Survey on Teaching Nonfiction — Kylene Beers is collecting data from classroom teachers about teaching nonfiction.  Please log onto the link and take the survey.  Let’s have Lincoln teachers be well-represented!

Reign of Terror — If you’re someone looking for a commentary on the state of education today, Diane Ravitch’s new book, Reign of Terror, looks like a worthwhile read.   Not for the feint at heart, Diane states her opinion and backs it up with much data.

Dear Teacher/Love Teacher — End on a happy note.  Here’s a blog that encourages teachers to remember how wonderful you are.  Be sure to go down to the Sept. 16 post and watch the video “What a Wonderful World Shadow Puppet.”  Amazing.  Happy Weekend.