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David Shenk: “Our abilities are not set in genetic stone.”

Posted on January 15, 2011 by Karl

BBC: David Shenk: “Is there a genius in all of us?”: It would be folly to suggest that anyone can literally do or become anything. But the new science tells us that it’s equally foolish to think that mediocrity is … Continue reading →

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On finding the time to learn

Posted on July 5, 2010 by Karl

Zen and the Art of Programming: Antonio Cangiano, Software Engineer & Technical Evangelist at IBM: “The Pursuit of Excellence in Programming” Related: rc3.org: “Becoming a better programmer takes exercise” Derek Silves: “After 15 years of practice…” Peter Norvig: “Teach Yourself … Continue reading →

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In order to help people you need to not look down on them

Posted on January 31, 2010 by Karl

Tell me and I’ll forget; show me and I may remember; involve me and I’ll understand.” It’s an old proverb. One worth repeating.

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40 year old ongoing study into preschool still providing insight

Posted on November 8, 2009 by Karl

American RadioWorks: Emily Hanford: Early Lessons: “doing well in school, and in life, is about more than a test score.”: “Now you’re getting into something really deep,” says economist James Heckman. “How is it that motivation is affected? What causes … Continue reading →

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