February 2011
42 posts
Netgear CEO Says Jobs's Ego Will Bite Apple -... →
This makes me sound like a total Apple fanboy (which, in many ways, I am), but the more I hear how Apple will perish because it’s closed and proprietary, the more I think of how, oh, I don’t know, everything in the world besides computers work. I don’t want an “open” car; I want a car that works well and is fun to drive. Are there tinkerers and gearheads out there...
Tiger Mom: Amy Chua Parenting Memoir Raises... →
A student recommended we discuss this in class. I think I might agree.
January 2011
27 posts
Volkswagen Unveils 313 MPG XL1 Car at 2011 Qatar... →
They’ve made these suckers before, but I can’t believe one’s actually hitting production. Will it meet safety standards?
A special report on global leaders: The rise and... →
Really interesting, thoughtful article on some of the big societal questions.
Is Tiger Mother right? Self-control in kids... →
This makes sense, but the article raises the obvious question: how do you instill self-control?
How to hack a marathon if you aren’t a runner. →
Sounds about right to me. Honestly? I’m feeling a bit inspired.
Humans' critical ability to throw long distances... →
This article argues that humans won evolution because we can throw stuff good. Awesome.
“Strikingly, liberal education is not only effective at enhancing student...”
– The Winner: A Liberal Education - Room for Debate - NYTimes.com (via ayjay)
Creating your own “Love Languages.” | Stuff... →
I share a love language with Jon—frisbee.
Why You Learn More Effectively by Writing Than... →
Fodder for my 1101 special topics class.
The Gospel of Steve Jobs | Christianity Today →
Really elegant piece looking at what Apple really means from an eternal perspective. Thought-provoking.
People at the end of the alphabet are more... →
I always knew reverse-alphabetical-order day was important!
Education Week: We Can Create the Profession... →
Gud stuf.
In a New Training Program, Students Teach Teachers... →
Eeenteresting.
On test day, anxious teens can write their nerves... →
Love it!
News: 'Academically Adrift' - Inside Higher Ed →
Steve Jobs To Take ‘Medical Leave Of Absence’,... →
Get well soon, Steve.
News: A Tough Job Outlook - Inside Higher Ed →
Summary: the job market still sucks for English Ph.D.s.
Z-Type →
Fun little game. Good for practicing typing. (via kottke.org)
Demonstrations of silencing, a visual illusion →
Really, really, really interesting. I’m sure someone will come up with something cool with this sometime soon.
“Rural flight is also an issue. Many young adults, unable to find jobs or...”
– A Developing Nation Inside the U.S. | Christianity Today | A Magazine of Evangelical Conviction
The Greatest Letter Ever Printed On NFL Team... →
Read this. Like, now.