About this issue, and Changes in American Secondary Schools In the last two issues Eye2theWorld (E2TW) described some major changes and concerns we had regarding American secondary schools as we move through the 21st century. In those articles we stated … Continue reading
(Click on a book or book title for purchasing information or more reviews) The Everyday Genius: Restoring Children’s Natural Joy of Learning-And Yours Too by Peter Kline Now in its fifth printing, The Everyday Genius explains the most current thinking … Continue reading
The Web truly gives us an opportunity to learn in ways never before more than dreams. We can share the beauty of different environments, the diversity of cultures, and the oneness of humanity. Most of all we can form virtual … Continue reading
(Click on a book or book title for purchasing information or more reviews) Educating the Net Generation Diane G. Oblinger and James L. Oblinger, Editors How do today’s students differ from those of earlier generations? Diane and James Oblinger provide … Continue reading
Kidz Online (www.kidzlonline.org/) is an extensive resource for both students and teachers featuring technical background for such things as web site development and how to create classroom videos, plus on demand webcasts on five separate channels for students. Internet 2 … Continue reading
by Joe Rueff President/Publisher Bill Gates is at it again! This time he’s taking on the American public high schools. But Bill isn’t alone. Educational Testing Service’s survey “Ready For The Real World?”, eminent business author Dan Pink (A Whole … Continue reading
Elkhart Area Career Center (EACC) www.elkhart.k12.in.us/eacc Not your daddy’s voc ed school! EACC offers about 1200 11th and 12th grade students from 10 Indiana and two Michigan school districts exemplary education and training, preparing them for either higher education or … Continue reading
Berkeley Parents Network http://parents.berkeley.edu The parents in the Berkeley, CA region have created a web site that promotes conversations between parents on scores of topics. This is a beautiful model for any community that wishes to increase dialogue among its … Continue reading
(Click on a book or book title for purchasing information or more reviews) Quotations from Testimonials: Advance Praise for “Guiding Lights” by Eric Liu “Through inspiring examples and luminous prose, Eric Liu reminds us that we have the capacity to … Continue reading
Heading up Eye2theWorld is Geezer Joe Rueff (Well, maybe the word “geezer” is a bit too strong, but Joe reaches “The Spirit of 76” later this month!) Each week Eye2theWorld will furnish new insights into the world of learning. It … Continue reading