As an online English teacher I tend to feel that I’m some sort of a pioneer in this new frontier of the “Virtual School”. Educators are just beginning to see the power of online education and are starting to realize…
I hope those visiting the eastern part of France take notice of this: Travel Tip – Europe – France – Guedelon – Building a French castle in the 21st Century with Medieval tools
[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SR7SI7tzvhA&w=420&h=315] Last summer I was fortunate to stop over at an amazing project that’s been in construction for a few years in Burgundy in the eastern part of France. Guedelon – Official Website At Guedelon artisans, craftsman and architects…
Food Trucks Seek That Mystical Spot : Planet Money : NPR
There’s great food vocabulary in this article about New York City food truck culture. Also check out the audio for this article which originally was a radio segment on NPR’s Planet Money. Do you have a favorite food truck vendor…
Why We Lie – WSJ.com
[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nUdsTizSxSI&w=560&h=315] Below is an excellent article adapted from a new book by Dan Ariely and James B. Duke, “The (Honest) Truth About Dishonesty: How We Lie to Everyone—Especially Ourselves,” which explores the psychology behind cheating. Some of the authors’ findings…
The Sentence as a Miniature Narrative – NYTimes.com
This is an interesting blog post from Constance Hale, a journalist and author. In the post she gives tips and examples of well written sentences. She’s putting together a series of blog post that will focus on writing excellent sentences.…
UK vs US English 1 – YouTube
[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HP_g61r06KY] via UK vs US English 1 – YouTube. This is one of my favorite videos comparing British and American English. Do you know of anymore differences? Send me a note to let me know what you think! And…
Video – Top 5 in Tech, Friday, May 25, 2012 – WSJ.com
Cool technology news from WSJ. Check it out! What new technological development will personally help you in the near future? Video – Top 5 in Tech, Friday, May 25, 2012 – WSJ.com.
Australia Tops OECD Better Life Index – WSJ.com
Have you ever wondered to yourself what life would be like if only you lived in a better neighborhood, city or even Country. Well if so this article will give you some ideas as to your best options for a…
DRAFT – Opinionator – NYTimes.com
I highly recommend checking out this blog that gives very well informed perspectives on very common writing questions. The latest blog entry gives a detailed overview of how to properly use commas in your writing. Do you have particular questions…
What They Don’t Tell You at Graduation – WSJ.com
In the USA its time for university students who’ve completed their academic career to graduate. The students generally go to a commencement ceremony, a formal event where the graduating students receive their diploma in front of friends and family. The…