Author Archives: Robert P.

Closing Circle (Open Sourcing My Classroom)

Posted on August 3, 2010 by Robert P.

Onto part two of my open source project: Closing Circle. Closing Circle is the end of every day, where we sit back on the carpet in a circle and share our reflections on the day. First, I open the floor … Continue reading →

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Morning Meeting (Open Sourcing My Classroom)

Posted on August 2, 2010 by Robert P.

In my last post, I said I’m trying to open source my classroom. Today’s entry is my first attempt to seek your input on my classroom structures: Morning Meeting. Before Morning Meeting we have breakfast in the classroom every day. … Continue reading →

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Open Sourcing My Classroom

Posted on July 29, 2010 by Robert P.

In the weeks since ISTE and the Stanford d.school teacher workshop, I’ve been reading Michael Lewis’s books Moneyball and The New New Thing. Moneyball looks at Billy Beane, the Oakland A’s, and getting the most out of every dollar spent. … Continue reading →

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Reflections on ISTE 2010

Posted on July 15, 2010 by Robert P.

Well, it’s been more than a week since ISTE ended and it’s still strong in my mind. CUE 2010 was my first ed.tech conference and this was my first one working in the exhibit hall. While CUE was my first … Continue reading →

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