Lake Turnovers
Explain a lake turnover. I was creating a study guide for my science class and this was number 6. Could you explain lake turnovers? For those who cannot here we go: During autumn, when the days are cooler, the surface water temperatures cool. This causes the upper layer to become heavy and it sinks to [...]
My Laziness Finally Worked Out For Me…
I like to try new and different things. I also try things that I don’t think will work, but hope for the best anyway. At least then I can say I tried. Today I don’t feel well so, the last thing I wanted to do was lecture about fresh water treatment plants and sewer systems. [...]
Never quit. It is the easiest cop-out in the world.
“Never quit. It is the easiest cop-out in the world.” Growing up in Alabama you learn to memorize two things – Bible verses and quotes from the greatest coach to walk the sidelines – Coach Paul “Bear” Bryant. Many of The Bear’s quotes focus on quitters being losers (google it). Apparently he hates quitters. I [...]
Ugh, I Hate Learning Lessons the Hard Way
Ok I’m a rebel. I know this. Its a problem I have. I do not break rules on purpose, I just do not like them. I have issues with being passionate about things and doing whatever is in my power to put my passion into play. It’s not a “It’s my way or no way” [...]
Powerpoint is my Perry the Platypus
OK so I have had a few people DM me and ask why does my twitter profile say hate: powerpoint. I was responding to someone and decided to share the email with all. I hate powerpoint because I think it has ruined technology integration. 1. teachers use it as a cop-out “The students will make [...]
Tests make you stupid…
I know that is a weird title but its true! Last night I was creating a test for my students. I have to have 400-600 points a nine weeks from tests. My tests have to reflect the knowledge of content standards. Ok so this makes total sense – a typical standard in education. Here is [...]
