Problem vs. Solution: A Response
We need a diversity of attempted solutions;mistakes must be honored, not attacked. Read Full Post >
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Am I a Part of the Cure ... or the Disease?
What if the perfect for which you have spent decades championing really is the enemy of the good? Read Full Post >
May 07, 2013
To Close the 'Opportunity Gap,' We Need to Close the Vocabulary Gap
We need to stop having these extreme arguments, between "No excuses!" on one side and "It's all about poverty!" on the other. Poverty matters immensely. Schools matter immensely. Let's get on with addressing both. Read Full Post >
April 30, 2013
Addressing the Gap Between the Rich and 'Others'
After fighting one war after another, at great cost, for democracy, we shame ourselves when we let it slip through our fingers so fast. Read Full Post >
April 29, 2013
How Do We Foster Excellence?
We no longer need to ask, "Is it possible?" All educators have been liberated by proof that it is ... Read Full Post >
April 25, 2013
Teaching Students About Trade-Offs
Part of the complex moral message we are teaching the young in school is being aware of the trade-offs that complicate life. Read Full Post >
April 23, 2013
Exploring Moral Development in School
Starting in 5th grade, we introduced a series of dilemmas to our children and asked them to think about why they do what they do. Read Full Post >
April 18, 2013
Questioning Assumptions About the Poor
The oft-repeated verbal attacks on poor people's "bad habits" has led to poor pedagogy and missed opportunities, starting at age 4 and 5. Read Full Post >
April 02, 2013
Trying to Understand the KIPP Approach
Would KIPP's founders and leaders argue that it would be a good experience for all kids or only for "certain types"? Read Full Post >
February 13, 2013
On Extremism, Inconsistency, and Uncertainty
We can forgive our inconsistencies and imperfections, provisionally make our peace with the fact that our actions sometimes fall short. But we shouldn't shrug and claim that this is perfectly OK. Read Full Post >
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