educatedtodeath

educatedtodeath is a teacher, advocate, and activist and keeper of educatedtodeath.com

educatedtodeath has written 10 posts for Cooperative Catalyst

Chairman Mao, the Lunchroom, and Teacher Talk?

Posted by educatedtodeath ⋅ April 30, 2012 ⋅ 20 Comments

Originally published at educatedtodeath.com A fellow teacher called me Mao Zedong at lunch the other day, and rather harshly too. This comment, though harsh was, from her point of view, warranted. We were in the lunchroom at the “teacher table” having our general lunchroom conversation. Teachers were discussing how the day was going, blowing off … Continue reading »

The Power of Blogging and Social Media for Educators

Posted by educatedtodeath ⋅ April 19, 2012 ⋅ 2 Comments

For more visit educatedtodeath.com I’m sure this topic has been explored to some extent, but I’d like to add my perspective. I’ll attempt to work towards a concise explanation, but I surely won’t arrive there on the first attempt. I’ve digressed before beginning. Beginning. My initial purpose for beginning my blog, educatedtodeath.com, was simply as … Continue reading »

Teaching for Revolution

Posted by educatedtodeath ⋅ April 5, 2012 ⋅ 4 Comments

Originally posted at educatedtodeath.com Why teach critical thinking if not for revolution? Revolution is change, transformation, innovation. It’s a concept that is inevitable if people learn to think, learn to learn, learn that they are the creators of culture. Critical thinking embraces the individual power to create, collaborate, question, reinvent, and so forth. When we … Continue reading »

“Liberty and Justice for Some?” she asked.

Posted by educatedtodeath ⋅ March 30, 2012 ⋅ 5 Comments

Originally posted at educatedtodeath.com A 7th grader asked me: “Why do we have to say the Pledge of Allegiance everyday?” “Why do you ask?” I said. “I don’t know what it means really. I don’t think anybody does. And, the part I kind of understand doesn’t really seem true for everyone.” “Which part is that?” … Continue reading »

Standards-Based Education for Freedom

Posted by educatedtodeath ⋅ March 26, 2012 ⋅ 1 Comment

Originally posted at educatedtodeath.com Yes, education should have standards, and yes, those standards should be tested with corporations in mind. The STANDARD should be that all learners are equipped with the critical skills to participate in an open society; that is, learners should be literate, connected, and aware. The test will be if power shifts, … Continue reading »

What is Underground Education? The How’s, Why’s, and What-Nots

Posted by educatedtodeath ⋅ March 11, 2012 ⋅ 2 Comments

Originally posted at educatedtodeath.com. @educatedtodeath Underground Education is revolutionary, but does not aim to teach or incite external revolution; rather, it aims to nudge minds awake. Underground education begins the moment you see something that needs to be taught, and you teach it regardless of time allotted. Teachers engage in this daily. It is … Continue reading »

To train and control or to teach and learn: is there a choice?

Posted by educatedtodeath ⋅ March 4, 2012 ⋅ 3 Comments

Originally posted at educatedtodeath.com It seems that the goal of institutions is dominion over mankind. Organizations function to tame wild spirits and make them act civilly. This is not a terrible thing— people acting civilly. But, do the rulers act civilly? Not just the grand rulers, the government, corporations, etc., but the smaller rulers. Those … Continue reading »

Our Schools Have Been Hijacked: Let’s Talk About It

Posted by educatedtodeath ⋅ February 25, 2012 ⋅ 8 Comments

Originally posted at www.educatedtodeath.com What would it take to provide a “world class” education? Is it possible in the U.S. public schools system as it is? I venture to say no. If the answer is ‘no’, then what needs to be done? Is the answer in democratizing our schools? Eliminating bureaucracy? Liberating the education system … Continue reading »

That which renders us powerless, and what to do about it*

Posted by educatedtodeath ⋅ February 23, 2012 ⋅ 1 Comment

Note: This was originally posted at www.educatedtodeath.com I am an educator, and a staunch supporter of public education and teachers. However, I find it increasingly difficult to support a system(s) that, from the moment it accepts a child, seeks to disable any critical spirit of humanity and replace it with an eternal need that can … Continue reading »

If a third party professional development group must be used…

Posted by educatedtodeath ⋅ February 15, 2012 ⋅ 3 Comments

In this topsy-turvy educational world of mass assessment and intense evaluation schools and school districts are turning to third party groups to help pull them from the mire. Schools are desperate and are willing to pay for anyone who can bring a new method, packet, or plan that offers even a glimmer of hope. This, … Continue reading »

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