In the Eaves

“Do you know,” Peter asked,”why swallows build in the eaves of houses? It is to listen to the stories.” – Peter Pan by J.M. Barrie
During August, we have been swallows sitting upon the eaves listening to the stories our designers have told.

Natalie inspires us with her stories of a family tradition that manifests itself in [...]

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What Are We Going To Teach From?

“What do you mean, there’s no textbook? What are we going to teach from?”
That was the question from the choir teacher in January of my first year teaching. Sheila (not her real name) had been hired mid-year to replace the previous choir teacher, who resigned over winter break. Sheila’s disbelief was in reference to our [...]

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Our Stories

This month the Online Course Development Team will relate to you the stories about why we do what we do. Each week during the month of August, you’ll get a glimpse into each of our Instructional Designers, who’ll share with you what motivates us, inspires us, and keeps us going.
So, why do I do what [...]

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