Overnight

The two concepts connect because both talk about changing the educational system. They highlight the flaws of the current standards of education. Some of which are having different people thrown in together, certain kids being ignored, and less engaged learning. The article also says “...then we must create new institutions that can” (Wolk) when talking about the educational system and institutions failing for certain students. This connects with my view against against closing schools by stating that instead more should be created. This article is really big on getting rid of standardizing education and making it more personal. Diversity is another key point in this article. It says, “...they come from different… cultural backgrounds, learn in different ways…”(Wolk). Personalizing education can help all types of students learn and succeed. Wolk also talks about some schools he works with that have classrooms with only 15 students in them which helps student get the focus and attention they need.

Wolk, Ron. “Education: The Case for Making It Personal.” Educational Leadership Apr. 2010: 16-21

First Time

Right now my blog is really simple because I don’t know what to add. Growing up my favorite color was and still is green, so I want to add that in there. I also watch a lot of tv shows, movies, and sports and would like to include a few things about those into my blog. My family and helping other people are really important to me. My family always helps me do my best, which makes me want to help them and others around me. By helping others and working together, the world can be a better place. I really enjoy watching many kinds of sports. I root for many teams and I try to be up to date with the latest news. I’m in school to learn and prepare to get a job. I hope this class helps me learn how to better plan and start essays/papers. I always have a hard time starting papers because I don’t plan ahead. Helping others will allow me to interact with many different people, which will help me learn many different things.