Waiting for Superman: Creating Perception with (Mis)information

The new movie Waiting for Superman includes some important (mis)information that supports its agenda. Read about it in "Waiting for Superman: The Use of (Mis)information to Create Perception (Part I).

Report Cards and Choice Theory

Do you think report cards are a form of external motivation? As someone who teaches, writes about, and applies Choice Theory, I have thought quite a bit about this issue. To read how I answered that question at a recent workshop, go to "Report Cards and Choice Theory."

Rubrics, Self-Evaluation, & Creativity

Do rubrics stifle creativity? That was the question I was asked after I delivered a keynote presentation at the System Changes Conference in South Dakota last month.

Read what I had to say in "Rubrics, Self-Evaluation, & Creativity."

The Hidden Costs of External Rewards

If you are like most educators, you offer external rewards to your students. Do yourself a favor by becoming aware of the hidden costs of providing external rewards: "External Rewards: Some Hidden Costs."

A Sense of Purpose

Education has the potential to be a deeply satisfying career, in part because what we do matters. Creating a sense of purpose is essential if you want to experience genuine happiness. Read about the need to have a sense of purpose.

Teaching, Learning, & Responsibility

Please take a few minutes to read what I have to say about "Teaching, Learning, & Responsibility." As always, I encourage and welcome your comments.

Poor Grammar, Tough Talk, & Hyperbole

The Arne Duncan approach to education reform is characterized by tough talk and hyperbole. To make matters worse, there are the grammatical lapses. Read more: "Poor Grammar, Tough Talk, & Hyperbole."