Childhood education
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Rethinking Inclusion Part 3: Case Studies in a Revolution in Education
When we dug into it, we found that human agency, while widely assumed as a human right, is, in fact hotly contested and often inarticulate. It turns out this so-called human right to agency is something that isn’t assumed; it must be achieved. These institutional barriers have become systemic, and as such, we may begin… Continue reading
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Re-thinking Inclusion Part 2: Neurodiversity and Expectations of Agency
This is a snippet of an upcoming publication – in a slightly modified form. It is a section of a chapter entitled, “A Social Model of Learning” Continue reading
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Re-thinking Inclusion: Introduction
on the one hand, we could accept the knocker’s argument that nominally inclusive post-secondary institutions potentially produce a lot of harm. There is just too much scaffolding required for an institution through a department of accessibility to provide customized, individual agency at scale. On the other hand, we can accept the booster’s argument that if… Continue reading
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Social Learning Models: A Path for Neuro-Diverse Success
(This is the third in a series of posts generated from the experience of teaching neuro-diverse newcomers to Canada in a workplace training program. The first: “The Neurodivergent Advantage“; the second: “The Evolution of Ability“) In the ever-evolving landscape of education, creating learning environments that cater to neuro-diverse adults has become increasingly vital. Traditional models Continue reading
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A Review of David Beck’s Fragments: Reflections on Life and Faith throughout the Years
If you are going through a midlife change, or reflect on life at all, you have to read this book. Book reviews are supposed to be brief, but exercising restraint in reviewing David Beck’s “Fragments: Reflections on Life and Faith through the Years” ($15 softcover, $9.99 Kindle US, on Amazon.com), would be inauthentic. Moreover, it Continue reading
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Social Learning Models: A Path for Neuro-Diverse Success
Social learning, particularly in small groups, offers an effective framework for addressing the limitations of traditional education. A social model of learning mitigates risks, maximizes outcomes, and fosters a sense of belonging. Continue reading
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It’s Hard to be Embarrassed; is that a problem?
This may be one time when we all know that we exist between the past and future. Continue reading
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Rosie
I hope, at some point, a kind stranger will be a safe light in the middle of the night for my youngest. Continue reading
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The Neurodivergent Advantage… and Challenge
Neurodiversity is not a challenge to overcome; it’s a strength to harness. When organizations consciously create and support diverse climates, everyone benefits. Continue reading
About me: I am a career educator and traveler at heart. My written work includes academic writing in philosophy and linguistics, English acquisition, and most intently in the areas of spiritual engagement with reality and what that means for our public lives.
My education is a mixture of formal study in philosophy, political theory, Biblical studies, and history, along with professional teaching certification in TESOL and in cognitive testing, and international teaching.
My travel experiences include a range of countries in Asia, Europe, Africa and North America. I have lived in Canada, the United States, Germany, Saudi Arabia, South Korea and Thailand. From those places I have traveled to many others besides.
I am a child of the 70’s and a “family man.” That means I have two wonderful kids who have been round the world with me.
Lastly, I am married to a wonderful woman since 2004. She is my partner, my friend, and my muse.
Thanks again for stopping by,
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