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suzanneconquest
Apr 42 min read
Unpopular Opinion: The Misguided Critique of Our Education System
We've all indulged in "armchair quarterbacking" at some point—wishing a coach had called a different play, imagining a business strategy...
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suzanneconquest
Mar 282 min read
Transforming Education
In the realms of education and leadership, the challenge of evolving and innovating within our schools is both a formidable and rewarding...
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suzanneconquest
Feb 222 min read
Evolving Landscape of Employment and Education
A recent report from the Burning Glass Institute and Strada Education Network sheds light on a concerning trend: 52% of college graduates...
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suzanneconquest
Feb 82 min read
The Taylor Swift Equation
In a recent online exchange, a nugget of wisdom caught my eye—a reminder from the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP)...
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suzanneconquest
Feb 12 min read
Shadow Wisdom: MSMS
In the southern heart of tradition, where the Mississippi River carves its path through history and culture, lies a gem not visible to...
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suzanneconquest
Jan 251 min read
AI Revolution
Imagine a world where learning is as personalized as your Netflix recommendations. That's the promise of AI in education, especially as...
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suzanneconquest
Jan 182 min read
The Gig is Up
In an era where the gig economy is not just a buzzword but a new norm, it’s time we ask ourselves – are our educational systems in tune...
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suzanneconquest
Jan 102 min read
11
In the district where I began on my educational career as a teacher, 11 schools are slated for closure. This isn't an isolated incident;...
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suzanneconquest
Jan 42 min read
Shadow Wisdom: Iowa BIG
Once upon a time, in the heartland of America, in the city of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, a group of educators, business leaders, and passionate...
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suzanneconquest
Dec 13, 20232 min read
Dual Realities
In our digital age, technology and screens have crafted an alternative reality, a secondary world that coexists with our tangible one....
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suzanneconquest
Dec 6, 20232 min read
Dividing Problems, Multiplying Solutions
The numbers are in, and frankly, they're concerning. Our average math literacy score has dropped to 465, down from 478 in 2018 and well...
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suzanneconquest
Nov 29, 20231 min read
Beyond Pixels: Rekindling Human Connections in a Digital World
As we navigate the labyrinth of digitization, where artificial intelligence and technology streamline our lives with unparalleled...
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suzanneconquest
Nov 15, 20231 min read
The more I see the less I know
It was a song lyric that did it - "the more I see, the less I know." Oddly enough, it echoed loudly in my mind, unraveling a profound...
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suzanneconquest
Nov 8, 20232 min read
Isn't it ironic?
In words, we say that every student is different. Lessons and instruction should be individualized and personalized to increase...
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suzanneconquest
Oct 25, 20232 min read
How does your garden grow?
In the fast-paced world we navigate today, the ability to adapt and learn quickly has never been more crucial. As you sift through...
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suzanneconquest
Oct 18, 20231 min read
Secret Sauce
We often hear about the critical importance of strategy and leadership. And yes, they are indeed crucial. But today, I want to shed light...
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suzanneconquest
Oct 11, 20232 min read
Math Matters
Recently, a friend of mine shared an enlightening experience he had while making a purchase. To avoid receiving dollar bills in change,...
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suzanneconquest
Oct 4, 20232 min read
The Whole Picture
There are a lot of problems in our systems—education in particular. Problems that are complex, intertwined, and developed over decades....
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suzanneconquest
Sep 27, 20231 min read
Standard vs Diversity
🔄 Standardization often leads to conformity and uniformity. It can make our journeys seem predictable and dull. But here's the truth:...
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suzanneconquest
Sep 20, 20232 min read
too much?
How much is too much? In numerous conversations these past weeks the debate has been around how much communication is too much for...
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