Summer vacation is finally here. You’ve got all the time in the world…and what happens? You waste it! Summer vacation is the moment every teacher’s been waiting for! Six to eight weeks of pure uninterrupted time off to do all the things...
“I delete your emails,” said a friend. “They’re too long.” They were. These days, I’m embarrassed. My old emails would’ve been perfect–if I were writing a research paper or Ph.D thesis. They’re way too long...
“When’s it due?” students ask. “When did I say it was due?” I answer. “I don’t know.” It’s either that or “I forgot.” That’s how it goes. Not anymore! No kid with a computer, tablet, or...
“You’re late again.” I’ve got a student who’s late every day, each time with a better excuse. We don’t use the clock anymore–class officially starts with a round of applause when he arrives. Then we all get to work....
Teachers are hoarders. You’ve got clutter. Teachers: you’ve got to throw that $hi# out. Now! It’s life-changing. It’s simple. I get obsessed about decluttering from time to time. I started decluttering at home a long time ago, but it never...
