Speaking of the Bible...

... which is a collection of books, what is the most inspirational or memorable book you have ever read? Name the book and explain why you chose it.

To journal or not to journal

Journaling is a time honored way of reflecting and learning about yourself; recording events and ideas throughout your lifetime; and, for us here in 208, a time to establish and enjoy at least five quiet minutes each week. Please share your response to our classroom journaling time so far (e.g. why you like or not, if you would like to see it continue as is or change it in some way you can suggest).

For your consideration:

http://edupln.ning.com/video/digital-footprints-your-new

http://edupln.ning.com/video/you-cant-take-it-back-online

Progress reports...

...are more than just checking comment and grade. For the thinking, caring student it is a time to answer honestly, "How am I doing with my effort - is it my best?" For anyone falling into old bad habits of laziness, it is way too early to give in to that. For anyone struggling to understand something, it is time to take the responsibilty to get help. For those who are doing well, look around to see how you can help someone and look to yourself to see how you can challenge yourself in school.

We've all heard this - my life is a gift from God; what I do with it is my gift to Him.

Reflections on technology/theology

While the world of blogs and wikis is not unknown to most of us, actually using them in a useful and interesting manner might take some time. With the classes I have this school year, I hope to learn with my students about this type of sharing.

As long as we respect each other's attempts, this should be fun!

Thinking about the Chilean miners

With the rest of the world, I have been amazed at the story of the miners who were rescued from their underground prison of 69 days. It is not hard for each of us to imagine the feelings the miners went through and their feelings their families and their rescuers experienced.

One of the most interesting comments I have heard so far is from the miner who said, once he was on the surface again, "I have been with the devil. I have been with God. God won."

What can we learn from this?