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Picks and pieces: Parts of speech for writers

"Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example..." (1 Timothy 4:12)Find online: @BenisonMrs #WritingUnderstanding the parts of speech is a core part of learning the writing craft. Here is a handy chart from @BenisonMrs.The chart format makes the parts of speech...

Notes and quotes: How to determine what students need to learn for successful careers

"Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example..." (1 Timothy 4:12)Find online: #Calling #Career #LearningAn opinion piece makes a strong case for higher education taking the initiative to prepare young people to thrive in careers. Main point: "To rebuild...

Notes and quotes: Loss of faith in college education

"Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example..." (1 Timothy 4:12)Find online: #Calling #CareerDo you believe a college education is key to success in life? That has certainly been the mindset for decades. However, an article indicated that faith in college...
Notes and quotes: Science and technology hubs

Notes and quotes: Science and technology hubs

"Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example..." (1 Timothy 4:12)Find online: I came across a survey of top science and technology hubs around the world. Main point: A map in the article identifies "the world’s top 50 science and technology hubs." More about...

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Let’s hear it for the minor bowl games

By now, college football fans are well into bowl season, and the question arises: after getting past the playoffs and New Year's bowls, what difference do the other bowls make? One writer derides the other bowls, saying they're meaningless. That may be so, but I'd...

Do what it takes

Everyone thinks about resolutions for the New Year. Are you willing to do what it takes to achieve those results? Some thoughts from the GOAT - Coach Nick Saban. Everybody Wants To Be #1 pic.twitter.com/A4ZJ6Cwxpu— InsideBamaRecruiting (@RTRnews) December 21,...

Christmas Eve from space

I remember when the astronauts did this. Reminder brought to use by another astronaut. Apollo 8's Christmas Eve Message [HD] https://t.co/gORGiDC8IH via @YouTubeMerry Christmas Everyone!— Shane Kimbrough (@astro_kimbrough) December 24, 2021

Business continuity: Contingency response strategies

After reading about weather disasters and other events that destroy lives and disrupt businesses, I thought I'd refresh my knowledge of business continuity practices. Here are some notes from a business continuity course from Project Management Institute. Image from...

Create value for yourself

This snippet from a Coach Nick Saban is good advice for any young person thinking about what it takes to launch their career. Don’t Give Anybody A Reason To Say But pic.twitter.com/mlBX50T80N— InsideBamaRecruiting (@RTRnews) December 21, 2021

Business continuity: Responding to risks

After reading about weather disasters and other events that destroy lives and disrupt businesses, I thought I'd refresh my knowledge of business continuity practices. Here are some notes from a business continuity course from Project Management Institute. Image from...

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