Thanks to Hyperorg for this note about a talk that Dylan William gave (pdf) on learning and technology. It’s FULL of useful insight, and quotable notes, like:
“That’s true—teachers do not create learning, and yet most teachers behave as if they do. Learners create learning. Teachers create the conditions under which learning can take place.”
1. Breathe space Take some breaths to create space outside and inside. 2. What did I accomplish yesterday? Celebrate wins and take note of any follow-ups. 3. What am I committing to today? List my priorities for today, and capture any other thoughts in a separate backlog. 4. What
I don't know if it is actually useful anyone who reads it, but I love the clarity it gives me to write it.
Today I feel thankful for perspective. Specifically the perspective this picture of earth provides. BTW, if you zoom way way in, you can even notice the moon off to the bottom right of our pale blue dot. Sagan's original speech describes a version of humanity still worth striving
