Notes from 1st Discussion

Chad Redwing and I just completed our first discussion for my studies. One of the main themes that emerged is one of trust--the other is the one of my filter. One the issue of trust we discussed why do I trust Adler et al for their contribution to the list that is the Great Books. My argument is one of...it is a starting place. Perhaps too practical.

We then discussed in detail my filter for my perception of these studies: Science and Love. I have much to think on in the coming days.

I feel we are off to a terrific start!

Enrollment agreement in the mail

I just mailed off the remaining required documents and a tuition payment.

Will post first course information shortly.

Authentic Voices in the Classroom

Last night during our module on the central nervous system, our class discussion on neurotransmitters ultimately led into a brief discourse on the nature versus nurture argument. My astute students were quick to discover that brain chemistry does indeed impact behavior and then surprised to learn that recent research also shows that behavior impacts brain structure and chemistry. I was delighted where our classroom discussion led and was pleased to hear some of my quieter students discovering their "voice" in the classroom.

Research Paradigms

As I begin to discover the major areas of interest for my research I will use these as my guiding principals: Curiosity, Clarity and Generosity. Curiosity--I will look for connections, correlations and cohesion. Clarity--I will communicate clearly and attempt to uncover obscurities. Generosity--all of my work will be infused with a giving of spirit-in-action. For more on this please see Ken Wilbur's A Brief History of Everything as it informs my current thought on spirit-in-action. As with everything I do, please don't take my use of Mr. Wilbur's ideas as my total belief on this topic--his work on spirit-in-action simply helps inform my thoughts on generosity. I risk alienation of some audience members by his current infamy--however; I believe he has some important thoughts and I will be addressing these throughout my research and work.

It's official.....

Today I was accepted into the Doctor of Education program at Harrison Middleton University. The game is afoot......

HMU Blog idea

The purpose of this blog is to create a space for collaborative work on my doctorate at HMU.