Making the Most of Community Partnerships in PBL Blog Post

In PBL, we often think about the role of a public product. However, community involvement is actually something we can embed into every area of the PBL process. In this week’s article and podcast, we take a deep dive into how we can make this…

Keynote and Workshops on AI and Machine Learning Page

Intentional and Ethical AI Integration Subscribe to My Channel The A.I. Revolution is here. But actually, it's less of a revolution and more of an evolution. A.I. is what happens any time we use algorithms for things we typically do as humans. You've probably heard...

7 Ways to Integrate Curiosity into the Classroom Blog Post

We often use the word AI to describe the newest generation of chatbots. However, computers can’t think. They process information. Humans think. Human cognition is affective and emotional. It’s unpredictable and messy. It’s  inherently social and relational. We use the term “intelligence” to describe A.I….

Sprints, Mini-Projects, and Project-Based Learning Blog Post

This would be the year. I would be a fully project-based social studies teacher. After reading every PBL book I could read and attending PBL sessions at a few summer conferences, I had a vision for a new way of teaching my subject. My third…

Books – New Page

Discover my books. I’ve been dedicated to writing books that enhance the learning experience for students and introduce innovative approaches for educational leaders. Grounded in both theory and practical application, each book aims to inspire and inform. I invite you to explore the collection below...

Creative Habits Versus Creative Momentum Blog Post

We often hear about the need to develop creative habits. However, habits alone can lead to stagnation. You end up flat lining. In this week’s article and podcast, I share a different approach: creative momentum. The summer time can be a great chance to build…

Why AI Can’t Replace Teachers Blog Post

For all the hype about AI replacing teachers, the reality is that teachers are irreplaceable. It is a deeply human endeavor. The teachers who can leverage this human element through authentic learning will ultimately prepare students for an unpredictable world forged by AI. Listen to…

Promoting Academic Integrity in the Age of Generative AI Blog Post

We often talk about the need for students to have voice and choice in their learning. We want them to engage in meaningful, productive struggle as they do projects and engage in problem-solving. But where does AI fit into this? In past articles, we’ve explored…