I have had two instances of students arguing with me. I have had several ask for clarification and then show their disgruntlement, but only two have ever…… Read more “How To Argue With Your Professor (And When You Should Not)”
Tag: Students
How to Write A Discussion Post
I originally wrote How to Write an Initial Discussion Post last year, and realized I needed to add to that, after interacting with a student in a…… Read more “How to Write A Discussion Post”
Politics & Religion
In August, I talked about the conference I went to over this summer and how I really disliked how I was treated like a child and looked…… Read more “Politics & Religion”
The Importance of Mentors
If you look back on your life, can you identify any mentors you’ve had? I can identify a few, although some have fallen out of touch over…… Read more “The Importance of Mentors”
I’m Not A Child (Part 2)
Last Saturday, I was telling you about talking sticks and being forced to play games in an environment where I was expecting to learn. Little did I…… Read more “I’m Not A Child (Part 2)”
I’m Not A Child (Part 1)
Few things make me more upset than being treated like a child. As I alluded to in my post earlier this week, I went to a conference…… Read more “I’m Not A Child (Part 1)”
How To Prepare for School
Most people start going back to school in August, and after reading previous posts I’d done on this topic, I just wanted to add/emphasize a few things. …… Read more “How To Prepare for School”
Chasing Your Dreams
Have you ever had a goal in life, and when given the opportunity, fail at it twice? And when given the opportunity a third time, do you…… Read more “Chasing Your Dreams”
Are You Taking The Easy Way Out?
This summer, I’m teaching an online biology class for non-majors. Being the final week of the course, I assigned them to write a 3-4 page paper (excluding…… Read more “Are You Taking The Easy Way Out?”
How To Live Your Life
The personal development stage is a nearly $51 billion industry (1), and is only expected to grow. All over social media, you see videos/posts about how to…… Read more “How To Live Your Life”
