There is a book that has greatly influenced my thought process on "What we teach" and "How we teach" in the American Public Schools and has definitely impacted my own teaching practices. This book is the ACTE (Association for the Career and Technical Education) "Book of the Month." See below. It is truly a MUST READ for every educator, in my opinion. It was extra credit reading for an Internet Tools class that I have recently taken. See below:
Book of the Month
By Thomas L. Friedman
Thomas L. Friedman in “The World is Flat 3.0” describes how and why technology and telecommunications have shifted globalization into warp drive. It demystifies the new flat world for readers, allowing them to make sense of the often bewildering scene unfolding before their eyes. This book will alter your perception of the world and inspire you to connect with it in new ways. To see how other teachers have been inspired check out the Techniques article, "Wikis and Blogs: Your Keys to Student Collaboration & Engagement" or the Flat Classroom Project Web site.
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Hi Moore,
I also read Friedman's "The World is Flat" only recently amidst the ambiance of despondency set in by the recession. Friedman seemed to be sanguine giving an impression that everything would fall in place because the world has flattened and whatever has not been so, they will in due course. Time vindicated otherwise.
Otherwise the book is a page-turner. A general purpose book has been presented with the readability of a fiction. It is highly informative, cogently argued and it leaves impact on the readers.
I've reviewed the book on my blog. You may have a look.
Thanks
Nanda
http://ramblingnanda.blogspot.com
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