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Desiderata: Things to be Desired ~ #CCK11 #ELTchat #Edchat

Posted on February 13, 2011 by profesorbaker

‘Go placidly amid the noise and the haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence. As far as possible without surrender be on good terms with all persons. Speak your truth quietly and clearly; and listen to others, … Continue reading →

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Connectivism Already Happened: Practitioners – Let’s Explain It… Now – While We Still Have A Job… #CCK11 #ELTchat

Posted on February 13, 2011 by profesorbaker

Connectivism, the practice already happened. Let me repeat that, “Connectivism already happened.” Educators, around the world, have moved forward, integrating technology into practice. The members of my PLN, all of my diverse PLN entities, are using technology, for their own … Continue reading →

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#CCK11 – 11 Minutes of Radio DS106: How Did We Get Here? #ELTchat

Posted on February 12, 2011 by profesorbaker

Today we look at the path to arrive at where connectivism theory is at today. Before going further, I want to take full responsibility for any inaccuracy, omissions, or errors in the notes that follow. They represent my own imperfect … Continue reading →

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The Non-Native English Speaking Teacher: TEFL? Teaching? A Profession?

Posted on February 9, 2011 by profesorbaker

PREAMBLE: There are moments in history when time stops, and for a moment, the Earth stands still on its axis. The profession of TEFL and Teaching, worldwide, finds itself in just such a moment. The Earth itself seems to be … Continue reading →

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Connectivism: A Theory of Learning for a Digital Age: A Letter For Elise #CCK11 #ELTChat

Posted on February 8, 2011 by profesorbaker

Hi Elise, I liked a lot of things in your lovely post. I am a great one for “voice” and I listened to the “voice” present in this post of yours. You (like me also) have looked at the criticism … Continue reading →

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The Wedding Singer: Would You Let This Woman Sing At Your Wedding?

Posted on January 7, 2011 by profesorbaker

Sweeter than heaven, hotter than hell. Sounds like something I’d say to my wife, Gaby, since both comments describe her perfectly. But come on, as a wedding song? I mean for seduction, anticipation of pending passion, perfect – but as … Continue reading →

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Does The Language We Speak Shape How We Think?

Posted on January 5, 2011 by profesorbaker

Does the language we speak shape how we think? I find this question to be an intriguing one. In fact, it was recently the subject of a lively debate at the Economist news magazine. Now, I speak three languages rather … Continue reading →

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Teaching Challenge: Voodoo Economics

Posted on January 4, 2011 by profesorbaker

After looking at this video for three consecutive reruns, and laughing so hard that my sides are still hurting, I had a sober thought. What could be done to change this video into a positive example of teaching (and learning)? … Continue reading →

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520 Great Students: What Does Engineering & Medicine Have That Teaching Doesn’t Have?

Posted on January 3, 2011 by profesorbaker

It would seem that I’m full of questions today. Questions that warrant answers, if Chile is committed to improving the quality of its education system. Out of the 520 students who scored highest on the recent PSU, there were two … Continue reading →

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Octavio Wants To Be A Teacher

Posted on January 3, 2011 by profesorbaker

Octavio Pérez wants to be a teacher. He is only one of seven students who scored a maximum score, perfection, on the PSU university entrance examination, who wants to be a teacher. Understanding what motivates Octavio to make such a … Continue reading →