Archive for February, 2010

A.K.A. Decimals

“We learn more by looking for the answer to a question and not finding it than we do from learning the answer itself.” -Lloyd Alexander

“I never teach my pupils; I only attempt to provide the conditions in which they

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Differentiating Test Preparation

Posted in Assessment, Differentiated Instruction, Mathematics on 02/24/2010 12:48 pm

“Stress is when you wake up screaming and you realize you haven’t fallen asleep yet.”     -Anonymous

Welcome to March, April, and the 1st half of May. For most people in the United States, this means the coming of warmer weather … Continue Reading

Go, "think" about it!

Posted in Inspiration, Mathematics, Thinking on 02/22/2010 12:11 pm

“Now, go “think” about it!”


I was in a school a few weeks ago and heard this phrase being repeated by a math teacher after discussing a difficult concept with her students. I woke up the next morning at 5:30am—partly … Continue Reading

More Great Games for Tabor Rotation

“There are two ways of being creative. One can sing and dance. Or one can create an environment in which singers and dancers flourish.”     Warren G. Bennis

“I’m always thinking about creating. My future starts when I wake up every

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Clipboard Cruising Using a Learner’s Permit

“Genuine confidence is a way of thinking about yourself and your abilities. Confidence is your perception of your own potential; it’s a kind of long-term thinking that powers you through the obstacles and tough times, helping you solve problems, and

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