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![]() There are a ton of incredible books coming to TV this year! Here's every show based on a book, in order of premiere date.
Sharla Shults's insight:
With television selections these days of such poor quality, hopefully the movies on this list will provide a better selection. If not, just pick up the book and read!
![]() New evidence suggests that the links between handwriting and broader educational development run deep. Children not only learn to read more quickly when they first learn to write by hand, but they also remain better able to generate ideas and retain information. In other words, it’s not just what we write that matters — but how.Learning to write by hand has learning benefits that could be neglected if too much focus is put on keyboarding. Via Gust MEES
Sharla Shults's insight:
New evidence suggests that the links between handwriting and broader educational development run deep. Children not only learn to read more quickly when they first learn to write by hand, but they also remain better able to generate ideas and retain information. In other words, it’s not just what we write that matters — but how.
Vanesa Juarez's curator insight,
June 9, 2014 8:48 AM
No és una crítica a les noves tecnologies, però hi ha coses que potser s'haurien de continuar aprenent com abans: "Children not only learn to read more quickly when they first learn to write by hand, but they also remain better able to generate ideas and retain information."
ChristopherBell's curator insight,
June 12, 2014 8:30 PM
This is an ongoing discussion between my English Teacher friend and I. I think the real question is why are we still teaching keyboarding??
Allan Shaw's curator insight,
June 13, 2014 1:21 AM
It is becoming clearer that it is important that we do not lose handwriting as a skill! Strong positive neural development in a child is far more important than adeptness in using digital technologies. If research continues to support these initial studies many educators will need to reflect and possibly readjust.
![]() These 20 uses for vinegar prove that the household product works way beyond the kitchen. Via MARY HELEN FERRIS
Sharla Shults's insight:
Vinegar is one of the most resourceful items in your pantry! Don't stay home without it :-)
![]() In school, we learn about geniuses and their ideas, but how did they get those ideas? What are the mental processes, attitudes, work habits, behaviors, and beliefs that enable creative geniuses to view the same things as the rest of us, yet see something different? Learn more: - http://www.scoop.it/t/21st-century-learning-and-teaching?tag=Creativity Via Gust MEES
Sharla Shults's insight:
Don't let your creative juices run dry! We are all students of life!
Library Staff's curator insight,
June 3, 2014 12:29 AM
We often don't see the creativity in ourselves or in others. Creativity can be learned. Having a growth mindset is a good beginning. Thanks Allan!
Ness Crouch's curator insight,
June 6, 2014 11:25 PM
Creativity is something that can be nourished but can it be learned? I'm not able to decide on that yet.
Josie Gibson's curator insight,
June 8, 2014 9:24 PM
Some excellent reminders - 'All experiences are neutral...you don't see things are THEY are, you see them as YOU are'.
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A literary voice revered globally for her poetic command and her commitment to civil rights has fallen silent.
Maya Angelou died at her home in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, on Wednesday, said her literary agent, Helen Brann. Angelou had been "frail" and suffering from heart problems, the agent said.
Angelou's legacy is twofold. She leaves behind a body of important artistic work that influenced several generations. But the 86-year-old was praised by those who knew her as a good person, a woman who pushed for justice and education and equality.
In her full life, she wrote staggeringly beautiful poetry. She also wrote a cookbook and was nominated for a Tony. She delivered a poem at a presidential inauguration. In 2010, President Barack Obama named her a recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the country's highest civilian honor.
She was friends with Malcolm X and the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. and inspired young adults and world celebrities.
Sharla Shults's insight:
Maya Angelou's legacy is astounding. Reading this article provides a mere glimpse into a life and times of tragedy evolving into artistic work that influenced several generations.
![]() Whether it is for your personal website or just a new portrait that you’d like to hang somewhere in your room, stock photos are essential for your design needs. With copyright issues becoming a pain, you will need to consider using a royalty-free image for the project you’re working on, ... Continue reading » Via Ana Cristina Pratas
Sharla Shults's insight:
Information on accessibility of images is always an added plus!
![]() Most people determine in the first few seconds to stay or leave your site. You need to create a great first impression. Here are 8 simple blog design tips.
Sharla Shults's insight:
Great tips on how to improve the user experience of your blog. If you are going to write it, isn't it first and foremost for people to read it? tips on how to improve the user experience of your blog
![]() Today in Music History: April 17
Sharla Shults's insight:
And the music goes on beating to the rhythm of the changing times...
![]() In 1964, Henry Ford II wanted showroom success. Lee Iacocca wanted a pop phenomenon. What they got was a legend.
Sharla Shults's insight:
The Mustang is one of Ford’s classic and most well-known vehicles. This iconic car has been the target of the arts and music for decades and has appeared in hundreds of movies. Cruising in an American made 60s classic car was, and still is, an irresistible thrill!
![]() What's cooler than a Girl Scout selling cookies? A business-savvy Girl Scout who sets up shop outside a cannabis clinic to rev up her sales skills. Thirteen-year-old Girl Scout Danielle Lei did brisk...
Sharla Shults's insight:
It will be interesting to read a follow-up report if this little Girl Scout does return on Feb 22. That is World Thinking Day, which has been an important fundraising day since 1932. It’s a day about friendship, advocacy, and fundraising – all to support over 10 million Girl Guides and Girl Scouts around the world.
![]() Coca-Cola applies the “water cooler test” to determine whether blog, photo and video content is compelling. Via Kamal Bennani
Sharla Shults's insight:
If the content is compelling, they will come...back, that is, time and time again!
MARY HELEN FERRIS's curator insight,
February 18, 2014 12:26 AM
The greatest way to sell is to tell...a story!
![]() Mattresses can get a bit stale over time and are notoriously hard to clean. But you can freshen up your mattress in no time with a little help from one of our favorite cleaning supplies--baking soda. Via MARY HELEN FERRIS
Sharla Shults's insight:
Sure beats taking your mattress outside for some sunshine, especially if it is a king size pillow top and you live in an upstairs apartment! Check out these wonders of baking soda: http://www.care2.com/greenliving/51-fantastic-uses-for-baking-soda.html
![]() In working with students, critical thinking encourages and promotes:
To educate an individual in critical thinking is to educate him or her to be capable of governing or controlling their own personal and professional life and to be able to find answers and solutions to problems. It is the road to forming critical and responsible citizens who are capable of confronting the challenges of the future. Via Gust MEES
Sharla Shults's insight:
So many students simply want the answer...no thinking involved, the easy way. We are doing our youth a tremendous injustice not emphasizing both the metacognitive and critical thinking processes. They need to be able to explore a problem, then analyze, explain, and evaluate it in order to survive as adults.
Les Howard's curator insight,
February 4, 2014 7:00 AM
Interesting article. Great quote: It is not about questioning every information we get everyday, it is about being critical with the information that is relevant to us when we make up an opinion about something.
Andrrey Yatsenko's curator insight,
February 4, 2014 9:12 AM
How educate an individual in critical thinking for student .
Luís Cálix's curator insight,
February 6, 2014 3:15 PM
Excelente reflexão sobre a importância do Pensamento Crítico para a educação de cidadãos competentes. O que ele implica e o que promove. |
![]() When you want to keep an audience engaged in your story - make sure to avoid these 3 common mistakes! Read to find out what they are and tips to turn your storytelling from boring to mind-blowing.
Sharla Shults's insight:
Mostly common sense...but that seems to be slim these days so perhaps one, two or all three tips might prove a bit helpful.
![]() So you're a Google guru or a search siren... I bet you still don't know every last trick and tool in Google's array of services. But whether you're a newbie or expert, the following infographic may very well be worth printing out and posting in your office or teacher's lounge. Via Kevin Biles
Sharla Shults's insight:
If you think Google is just a search engine, think again! It's that and so much more!
Helena Andrade Mendonça's curator insight,
June 3, 2014 9:57 AM
Possibilidades de uso das ferramentas Google
![]() Spanish artist Antonio Mora specializes in creating dream-like self-portraits blended with landscapes and other imagery. The results are similar to double-exposure photography, except these ... Via Ana Cristina Pratas
Sharla Shults's insight:
Talk about creativity...WOW! Just add a little imagination and...voila!
![]() Online image editor made for everyone: Crop, Resize, Add filters have never been that easy. Try Pimagic Via Ana Cristina Pratas
Ramon Pavia's curator insight,
June 3, 2014 7:12 PM
Editing pictures and images online. Always helpful
![]() Celebrities are taking to twitter to mourn the death of Maya Angelou, who passed away on Wednesday at age 86.
Sharla Shults's insight:
Maya Angelou touched the hearts and souls of those from all walks of life. Hers is not a legacy limited to any one race, creed or religion. The inspiring words of Maya Angelou are universal. RIP Maya whose shining light will continue to shine in spirit.
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Commerce Pundit's curator insight,
May 14, 2014 2:05 AM
Really, Social media is extremely influential stand. This post is very helpful for me.
![]() This Day in History: April 18, 1906 1906 Great San Francisco Earthquake Earthquake history in the San Francisco area did not begin with the one recorded on this day in 1906 but history was made with it being scaled the highest...almost 8.0. Only one other occurred (1911) before San Francisco experienced a 68 year quiet period (1911-1979). Its magnitude reached 6.5.
Sharla Shults's insight:
Visit Awakenings for the story behind the story and why there are thoughts of questionable courage.
![]() Fifty years ago, Henry Ford II unveiled the first Ford Mustang at the World's Fair in Flushing Meadows, New York.
Sharla Shults's insight:
By the end of the Mustang's first anniversary, April 17, 1965, Ford had sold 418,812 Mustangs. The Mustang had made a name for itself, and it was here to stay!!! And stay it did!
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This is a case of so-called evolutionary mismatch, when traits that evolved in one environment have negative consequences in another. The turtles’ instinct works well in a natural environment, without artificial light. In a man-made environment, it is often fatal.
Sharla Shults's insight:
Sometimes, however, the mismatch between the environment we evolved in and the one we live in plays out in less clear-cut ways.
![]() Exceptional leaders are not always perfect, and sometimes downright quirky. But they display a set of behaviors that make them admired and loved. Here is a look at seven rare ones. Via David Ednie
Sharla Shults's insight:
We are often quick to judge or challenge others but it takes courage to stand up to and challenge our own experiences, knowledge, ideas.
Denis Fortier's curator insight,
February 23, 2014 2:04 PM
Listening is tough but hearing is even tougher.
Madhav Sharma's curator insight,
February 24, 2014 8:49 PM
How many have you come across, I have come across one in Jet Airways, who always asked this question Why ? and How ? made us think and helped us to win.
![]() There are tons of apps and online tools available that can turn you into a Twitter rockstar. But with so many choices, it can be tough to know which tool is the best one to use to meet your particular needs. I've been there and done that myself. I've poked around, searching for different metrics… Via Stefano Principato
Sharla Shults's insight:
Check it out...you never know what might be just the right outlet for you!
Stefano Principato's curator insight,
February 15, 2014 9:34 AM
So here are 10 common questions that come up when managing Twitter accounts accompanied by 10 great, completely free online tools that can help answer these questions. While most of the tools offer premium features, every feature I present here is free. ![]()
Kim Pearlstein's curator insight,
February 17, 2014 3:05 PM
For all you Twitter users, check this out...
![]() Kim Phillips shares the 12 Most Striking Tendencies of Creative People. Ever wonder what makes those wacky, creative types tick? How is it that some people seem to come up with all kinds of interesting, original work while the rest of us trudge along in our daily routines? Creative people are different because they operate a little differently. Via Gust MEES
Sharla Shults's insight:
The soul of creativity is...imagination!
K'Ailene M. McGlothen's curator insight,
February 3, 2014 2:13 PM
Interesting article celebrating the unique traits of creative people. |
We all look for 'hot' bedding sets, right? But what about unusual, weird, bizarre, questionable sets? I took a peek just out of curiosity...all I can say is there are all kinds out there in this world!