This post includes information and additional resources for my presentation at the Connecticut Educators Computer Association (CECA) conference on October 18, 2010. The full conference schedule is available online, if you’d like to see the other sessions being offered.
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Understanding the ins and outs of the United States economic woes of late isn’t exactly my strong suit. I get the basic concepts, but I’m not claiming to be much of an economic expert. This picture is definitely the best I’ve seen to date in describing the recent turmoil:
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One thing I was excited about upon moving out of Michigan, the state where I’ve lived for 99.2% of my life¹, is discovering the little regional differences that gives each place its true character. It’s the things you wouldn’t necessarily pick up as a tourist passing through for a few days that are more fun. [...]
At approximately 8:00 am EDT today I will have officially turned in my Michigan resident permit. At approximately 8:00am EDT, I will cross into Ohio with no foreseeable return to Michigan, the state where I’ve spent my last 29.2888… years of my life.
A new adventure awaits!
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I’m a pretty laid back dude. I don’t get too worked up about major life changes. It’s not that I don’t appreciate the hugeness of the changes, it’s just that I’m okay with change, and look forward to the new opportunities that result. I’m currently in the middle of some pretty huge life changes (i.e. [...]
My attempt at a sentimental “goodbye” to my students at Whitmore Lake:
My career stats
(I had students guess what each stat was for)
The number of different courses I’ve taught here.
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The number of [...]
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Ben Wildeboer. 9th grade science teacher, etc.
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