He is awesome! Dr. Noguera was the keynote speaker at the 3rd Annual Minority and Urban Education Symposium today at the University of Maryland, College Park. He so plainly and eloquently expressed the importance of thinking of schools at political landscapes and described how African-American and Latino students are getting the short end of the stick. I know the event was recorded, but I'm not sure when or how it will be available. So, I've added a youtube clip from a previous speaking engagement of his, just to share how insightful he is... [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NWbWgh_a9gQ&hl=en&fs=1] I will share more about my thoughts from the entire day after I let it soak in and absorb. But until then, here are some highlights of a few discussions: Using 'discourse' to … [Read more...]
Haiti Needs prayer, assistance, and $58 Million
The last month of storms (4 of them) have left Haiti with about 60% of the food supply destroyed...not to mention homes and lives. They need help from every corner of the world - including BisonRoundup.com. Only $1 million of the $58 million needed has been received. I just gave via http://www.hopeforhaiti.com/ - you should do the same! Watch this video for more information! … [Read more...]
In My Name…
End extreme poverty. This is another project by Will.I.Am. He has done an awesome job in galvanizing Americans around Barack Obama. Let this inspire you to move on behalf of ending poverty. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pRyMxSS-KI0&hl=en&fs=1] http://www.inmyname.com … [Read more...]
Learning at it's best (and probably most effective)!
This video is a great demonstration of learning and teaching at its best. It thoroughly integrates and addresses learning styles of African American children. Check it out. Let me know your first reaction. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Rp7CvXC0GA&hl=en&fs=1] http://www.mindrap.org Stay tuned for more activities like this from Uplift, Inc. in Washington, DC. … [Read more...]
One of many reasons why I do what I do…
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_A-ZVCjfWf8&hl=en&fs=1] … [Read more...]
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