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Mike Ambassador Bruny
My nephew Johnny (who many of you have helped with college selection) is on his way to college in a few weeks. He spent some time with me and I left him with these parting words: "Everyone needs a place to be vulnerable; we get to caught up in what others think which causes us not to act. That place of vulnerability is here. You have my number; there will never be any judgement." What else does he need to know?
24 weeks ago from Education and Ask A Coach
Harriet May:
Keep as many doors open as possible--be involved, read, learn, meet people, don't just take opportunities but look for them too. When you're ...MoreKeep as many doors open as possible--be involved, read, learn, meet people, don't just take opportunities but look for them too. When you're young, it's so easy to think you're not interested in something, or that a particular path is not for you. But beware of tunnel-vision; you might find later that you want to go in a direction that you haven't built a foundation for. So do your best to build your base as wide as possible from the beginning. Of course you can always go back and open doors, but often that will take more time and energy later on.
23 weeks ago
23 weeks ago
Cooper:
This is pickings from a blog post I wrote in 2005, after my Sophomore year of college. it was about things I'd learned thus far.
Sometimes it ...MoreThis is pickings from a blog post I wrote in 2005, after my Sophomore year of college. it was about things I'd learned thus far.
Sometimes it does not pay to be tactful, you just have to tell it like it is.
Some people do go to college to get an education.
Yes, cleanliness is next to godliness.
You have to believe in yourself.
Never let anyone own you, for any reason at any time.
Try to keep your head above water because the minute you go under, even slightly, the task of pulling yourself up becomes almost impossible.
You must have a couple of good friends.
You must be a good friend to a couple of people.
You don’t have to like everyone, or even be especially friendly to everyone, but don’t be rude, try to see what is going on around you because there may be someone out there that needs help.
Karma.
Real evil is actually very rare.
There are some messed up people in this world, and you are lucky to have escaped all that messed-upness, enjoy that fact.
Study, study, study.
23 weeks ago
Sometimes it ...MoreThis is pickings from a blog post I wrote in 2005, after my Sophomore year of college. it was about things I'd learned thus far.
Sometimes it does not pay to be tactful, you just have to tell it like it is.
Some people do go to college to get an education.
Yes, cleanliness is next to godliness.
You have to believe in yourself.
Never let anyone own you, for any reason at any time.
Try to keep your head above water because the minute you go under, even slightly, the task of pulling yourself up becomes almost impossible.
You must have a couple of good friends.
You must be a good friend to a couple of people.
You don’t have to like everyone, or even be especially friendly to everyone, but don’t be rude, try to see what is going on around you because there may be someone out there that needs help.
Karma.
Real evil is actually very rare.
There are some messed up people in this world, and you are lucky to have escaped all that messed-upness, enjoy that fact.
Study, study, study.
23 weeks ago
Jason H. Parker
Who has been following the For-Profit Education Legislation process? Does this legislation, in the words of its opponents, "put an undue burden" on for-profit schools? Or, is the legislation, as written, too "watered-down" to have a meaningful impact, as supporters continue to argue? What's your take? http://www.insidehighered.com/news/2011/07/11/gainful_employment_hearing
30 weeks ago from Education, Social Media for Education and Entry-Level Young Professionals1 more
Ashley:
A niche angle is how the for-profit online schools have affected veterans. The VA bloggers have done a lot of posts on it, and Frontline just did ...MoreA niche angle is how the for-profit online schools have affected veterans. The VA bloggers have done a lot of posts on it, and Frontline just did a big expose: http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/collegeinc/view/
30 weeks ago
30 weeks ago
Will Deyamport, III, MSEd:
The Frontline expose is a crock! They picked a handful of schools and tried to make endemic of the entire for-profit industry. There are a lot of ...MoreThe Frontline expose is a crock! They picked a handful of schools and tried to make endemic of the entire for-profit industry. There are a lot of state and private schools that suck. Where is the expose on them?
29 weeks ago
29 weeks ago
Jamie Nacht Farrell
Accredited MBA program being offered via Facebook (as the learning platform) for $23,000. I'm intrigued; wonder how many US based schools will use FB as their LMS in the future? Article from the NYT here: http://www.nytimes.com/2010/11/29/education/29iht-educlede29.html?pagewa... I think it's the beginning of a new method of learning....anyone else?
62 weeks ago from Education, Ask Penelope Trunk!, Entrepreneurs, Consultants R US and Creatively Inspired3 more
Will Deyamport, III, MSEd recommended this
Blay Whitby:
@Jamie It sounds good BUT 1) It's not part of the University of London or the London Business School; it's accredited by Cardiff University - ...More@Jamie It sounds good BUT 1) It's not part of the University of London or the London Business School; it's accredited by Cardiff University - nothing wrong with Cardiff but the name might make one suspect a bit of snake oil marketing. 2) Given the choice, why would a non-Brit want a British MBA? Let me be brutally honest about my culture. The Brits are arguably the most creative people on the planet. Lets not forget that it was a lone eccentric Brit who invented the web. The contribution of Brits to art, literature, and science is out of all proportion to their numbers. All this creativity has a price however, in that the truly eccentric and tolerant Brits don't like being managed (and often can't be) and don't take at all well to being managers. The very idea of managing other people just feels so wrong to me that I can't see why it is ever needed. The British comic (we're good at that too) Ricky Gervais made his career out of portraying a truly hopeless manager. So why would anyone hire someone with a London MBA: much better to get one with a name like Chicago on it. I also stand by what I said about the dubious ethics of Facebook.
61 weeks ago
61 weeks ago
Mark W.:
I think the following article summarizes the reasons why that e-learning, social learning, and mobile learning will be the way we learn in the ...MoreI think the following article summarizes the reasons why that e-learning, social learning, and mobile learning will be the way we learn in the future. It's titled 'Six trends that will change workplace learning forever' and can be found at http://bit.ly/idHfxg . Formal, vetted instruction, training and development will be around for a long time to come but their 'death grip' on learning will be relatively short lived if they can't acclimate to today's environment. I know I don't need ready made, force fed content to digest and spew. That's how I feel about some formal classes that lead to a degree or certificate.
61 weeks ago
61 weeks ago
Sal Pellettieri
Do you find yourself overwhelmed by the amount of education technology today? Find out what's what with Victor Rivero from Edtechdigest.com - http://bit.ly/jR7Ocz
32 weeks ago from Education
Kahlil Digitalx recommended this
Becky Benishek
Violence seems to be the norm in schools--or is that just perception inflated by media, social & otherwise? As an educator, what trends are you seeing? This report came out last month: Our Schools Are Still Too Violent: NCES Releases School Crime and Safety Report http://ow.ly/5pt1g
32 weeks ago from Education
Sal Pellettieri
Their Whole Lives Ahead of Them - Why so many students drop-out http://bit.ly/lsFN3u
34 weeks ago from Education
Sal Pellettieri
Principals care too! My interview with George Couros of "A Principal of Change" blog - http://bit.ly/jwGKzg
38 weeks ago from Education
Tracy Brisson recommended this
Eleni Miltsakaki:
Thanks for the pointer. It was great to see your blog and learn about George Couros and the Connected Principals!
38 weeks ago
38 weeks ago
Brett Kunsch
As my sister Sam graduates from college this weekend, I wrote her a letter containing some older brother non-directive guidance: http://bit.ly/gT9cx2 What experiences, wisdom, or motivation will you share with your younger siblings or cousins as they graduate this spring?
42 weeks ago from Brazen Undergrads, GenYJourney: Tips, Insights, Experiences For Young Professionals, Education, Career Rocketeer and Personal Development3 more
Regina Richardson:
LMAO -- everything I told my sister when she graduated was blown off...now she tells me how so very right I was. LOL
42 weeks ago
42 weeks ago
Sal Pellettieri
Students Advancing Innovation - Meet the Kairos Society: http://bit.ly/lCiGRa
35 weeks ago from Education
SJP
I am a mid-career professional with an Engineering degree and MBA looking to become a high-school math teacher. Already completed my state's licensure requirements (Massachusetts). Any ideas about how to actually find a job as a teacher?
38 weeks ago from Education
Rebecca Thorman recommended this
Corbin Haresnape:
@SJP I think you should have no trouble with your qualifications. I would begin from both sides, reaching out to the teachers unions as well as ...More@SJP I think you should have no trouble with your qualifications. I would begin from both sides, reaching out to the teachers unions as well as principals at the schools you are interested in.
38 weeks ago
38 weeks ago
Regina Richardson:
I'm not where I can quickly verify links, but check out MoreI'm not where I can quickly verify links, but check out www.educationjobs.com (I think that's the correct site). The local paper may also have teaching job postings. I'd even suggest talking to the administration at the school at which you'd most like to teach.
38 weeks ago
38 weeks ago
Sal Pellettieri
Developing Awesome Virtual Classrooms Using Enterthegroup.com - http://bit.ly/jIvbnq
39 weeks ago from Education
Sal Pellettieri
Anyone ever heard of a "Cloud Computing Academy"? Me either until a few days ago, find out more - http://bit.ly/m6L5qA
40 weeks ago from Education
Mike Ambassador Bruny
My nephew Johnny is getting ready to go to college and is trying to make a decision between Seton Hall, Brandeis, UCONN & R.I.T.(accepted to all) What kind of questions would you ask as you visit the different schools? What do you think is most important in choosing a college? He has to make a decision by May 1.
44 weeks ago from Education and Boston
Rebecca Thorman recommended this
Regina Richardson:
I'd ask about Alumni/ae involvement, both from a job finding perspective and from an overall involvement with the school after grad.
If he ...MoreI'd ask about Alumni/ae involvement, both from a job finding perspective and from an overall involvement with the school after grad.
If he received the all important financial aid, ask if grants and such may be extended to cover electives with extra fees, such as music lessons. I found out almost too late that my grants would extend to cover such things.
42 weeks ago
If he ...MoreI'd ask about Alumni/ae involvement, both from a job finding perspective and from an overall involvement with the school after grad.
If he received the all important financial aid, ask if grants and such may be extended to cover electives with extra fees, such as music lessons. I found out almost too late that my grants would extend to cover such things.
42 weeks ago
Mike Ambassador Bruny:
@Regina Thank you.
@Brazen Crew - Little Johnny decided to go to R.I.T. Working out the details as we speak.
40 weeks ago
40 weeks ago
Reneida
Hello Everybody,
I am an MBA student at University of Maryland completing an independent research study course on new product marketing. Part of the study requires me to get at least 150 parents of young children to answer the following short (16-question) survey on interactive educational games for young children:
http://alexandra.bmgt.umd.edu/SSI/
Please take 10 minutes to fill it out and pass the link to other parents that you know. I will be infinitely grateful!
Thanks in advance
Reneida
40 weeks ago from Education
Sal Pellettieri
Setting the Bar Too High – How to Avoid Setting Yourself Up for Disappointment: http://bit.ly/jWVYMg
40 weeks ago from Education
Vincent
Marie Lee's Op Ed in the New York Times last weekend was a wake up call for me. It's easy to forget the impact some of my teachers have had on me when immersed in the daily battles within the profession and the cynicism directed at the profession from outside. Do you remember the teacher that "changed your life"? http://cranialgunk.com/blog/2011/04/10/remembering-sir/
43 weeks ago from Education Conversations and Education
Jason H. Parker:
Yes, I actually was blessed to have many teachers in my life who affected my emotional, academic and career education. So glad! Thanks for this ...MoreYes, I actually was blessed to have many teachers in my life who affected my emotional, academic and career education. So glad! Thanks for this comment, it allowed me to rethink about my teachers!
42 weeks ago
42 weeks ago
Khaila Edward:
Good reminiscing :) My English Literature teacher made Literature even more fun than it already was to me and definitely had something to do with ...MoreGood reminiscing :) My English Literature teacher made Literature even more fun than it already was to me and definitely had something to do with me getting into the Communication field.
42 weeks ago
42 weeks ago
Tracy Brisson
According to this article, 52% of U.S. students attend schools that prohibit the use of social media. What do you think about this? Do you think is the role of the parents? What if parents can't/won't help educate students on how to use social media tools for learning? http://is.gd/wlXgK7
43 weeks ago from Education
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Mark Federman:
There are also many (I would say the vast majority of) American schools that do not adequately prepare their students for the skills required to ...MoreThere are also many (I would say the vast majority of) American schools that do not adequately prepare their students for the skills required to make sense of the complexities of our world. They, too, are derelict in their responsibilities to provide the next generation of citizens with the cognitive tools to sustain our society.
In my view, education is not about finding the right answers to pre-posed (and presupposed) questions. Sadly, that is what our education systems are set up to do (and even more so with the emphasis on standardized testing as a measure of supposed goodness.) Rather, contemporary education MUST be about learning the skills of, and being unafraid to, ask the right questions. Today, for any questions of significance, these skills are invariably wrapped up in collaborative engagement in complex environments. That, in turn, means learning how to engage constructively and creatively in social media which are, first and foremost, environments in which people can learn to embody the principles of collaborative engagement (even if the specific applications might at first appear to be trivial and trite).
Many of the "old fogey" generation still refer to kids "playing on the computer." What these fogeys fail to realize is that said "playing" actually involves collaborative construction of identity, enactment of collaborative production of knowledge, and mutually sharing and making sense of experiences. These are all the skills that necessary for success throughout life, especially those who aspire to influence policy and process in society. Without question, the school systems that prohibit social media completely misunderstand their responsibility to both their students, and society at large.
42 weeks ago
In my view, education is not about finding the right answers to pre-posed (and presupposed) questions. Sadly, that is what our education systems are set up to do (and even more so with the emphasis on standardized testing as a measure of supposed goodness.) Rather, contemporary education MUST be about learning the skills of, and being unafraid to, ask the right questions. Today, for any questions of significance, these skills are invariably wrapped up in collaborative engagement in complex environments. That, in turn, means learning how to engage constructively and creatively in social media which are, first and foremost, environments in which people can learn to embody the principles of collaborative engagement (even if the specific applications might at first appear to be trivial and trite).
Many of the "old fogey" generation still refer to kids "playing on the computer." What these fogeys fail to realize is that said "playing" actually involves collaborative construction of identity, enactment of collaborative production of knowledge, and mutually sharing and making sense of experiences. These are all the skills that necessary for success throughout life, especially those who aspire to influence policy and process in society. Without question, the school systems that prohibit social media completely misunderstand their responsibility to both their students, and society at large.
42 weeks ago
Tracy Brisson:
Thanks for all your comments! It is definitely something to think about for those of us changing education.
42 weeks ago
42 weeks ago
Sal Pellettieri
Who do you think is the better public speaker: Bill Gates or Steve Jobs? I know the likely answer just wondering on specific ideas why. Here's an analysis of both side by side - http://bit.ly/fn0A43
45 weeks ago from Education
JRandom42:
@Steve, that part of being the promoter, has been the genesis of the famed "Reality Distortion Field".
More@Steve, that part of being the promoter, has been the genesis of the famed "Reality Distortion Field".
http://www.folklore.org/StoryView.py?project=Macintosh&story=Reality_Dis...
44 weeks ago
More@Steve, that part of being the promoter, has been the genesis of the famed "Reality Distortion Field".
http://www.folklore.org/StoryView.py?project=Macintosh&story=Reality_Dis...
44 weeks ago
Sal Pellettieri:
@Cormac good points, I agree. Jobs has the power to enchant and many people think that he's the 'everything' of the company which I doubt. However ...More@Cormac good points, I agree. Jobs has the power to enchant and many people think that he's the 'everything' of the company which I doubt. However the stock gets killed every time he gets sick.
43 weeks ago
43 weeks ago
Sal Pellettieri
Do you know what makes an idea stick? There are 6 elements that are common to all viral and long lasting ideas - http://bit.ly/eEeB8B
43 weeks ago from Education
Tony Forte
"I wish I had known then what I know now", we've all said this before, when it comes to going after your "dream job" there are a few things to grasp sooner than later. Here's a good read about what your classes usually won't tell you: http://www.urbanprofessor.com/2011/04/12/6-things-your-classes-won%E2%80...
43 weeks ago from Entry-Level Young Professionals, Brazen Undergrads, Education, Future Leaders and Mentors & Mentees3 more
Sal Pellettieri
6 Essential Elements to Get Your Idea Across:http://bit.ly/g8idTl
What do you do to get your idea to stick with people?
43 weeks ago from Education
Ryan Healy
Fascinating quote from Peter Thiel about the ridiculousness of today's higher ed system ""People can't do anything entrepreneurial or innovative or even nonprofit—anything that's not safe and well-paying—because they have this mountain of debt. And so education is something that has become a retardant to technological innovation and progress, even though the common perception is the exact opposite."
I completely agree. What are your thoughts? Full post here http://bit.ly/eoL0tg
52 weeks ago from Education, Entrepreneurs and Upstarts!1 more
Berrak S., Ty Unglebower, Melissa Breau, Karolyn Chowning, Isra Pananon, Allies Team and Claudia and 4 others recommended this
Patrick Skelley:
I read an article a while back about a study done that followed college students and discovered that they really aren't any better off after the ...MoreI read an article a while back about a study done that followed college students and discovered that they really aren't any better off after the degree.
Here's the link: http://www.mcclatchydc.com/2011/01/18/106949/study-many-college-students...
In my experience the best business educators are not in the classroom unless you go to an elite school. They are partners of companies you used to work for. A former manager who started a consulting firm. A friend's coworker who has been running a startup for a year. A ex-class mate who has worked in ibanking for 5 years. Even a venture capitalist who blogs every day. So to say that education is a golden ticket I think is far from the truth... but this is business education I'm talking about. Granted there are some great baseline theories that b-school teaches.
IMHO I disagree that you need education in the subject matter in which you are going to conduct your startup, it doesn't have to be institutional education, you can teach yourself.
Note: I'm referring to business education, not tech/science education which is absolutely necessary for those types to know, it's much more of a specialty.
46 weeks ago
Here's the link: http://www.mcclatchydc.com/2011/01/18/106949/study-many-college-students...
In my experience the best business educators are not in the classroom unless you go to an elite school. They are partners of companies you used to work for. A former manager who started a consulting firm. A friend's coworker who has been running a startup for a year. A ex-class mate who has worked in ibanking for 5 years. Even a venture capitalist who blogs every day. So to say that education is a golden ticket I think is far from the truth... but this is business education I'm talking about. Granted there are some great baseline theories that b-school teaches.
IMHO I disagree that you need education in the subject matter in which you are going to conduct your startup, it doesn't have to be institutional education, you can teach yourself.
Note: I'm referring to business education, not tech/science education which is absolutely necessary for those types to know, it's much more of a specialty.
46 weeks ago
Patrick Skelley:
Sorry, the last part of that link didn't go through...
it ends like this after mcclatchydc.com: ...MoreSorry, the last part of that link didn't go through...
it ends like this after mcclatchydc.com:
/2011/01/18/106949/study-many-college-students-not.html
46 weeks ago
it ends like this after mcclatchydc.com: ...MoreSorry, the last part of that link didn't go through...
it ends like this after mcclatchydc.com:
/2011/01/18/106949/study-many-college-students-not.html
46 weeks ago
Mike Ambassador Bruny
On my way to NYC for the my first showing of "7 days of hip hop affirmations to change your life after college." Here I come Queens College. I'll have slides on slide share in a few days. Wish me success. If your in Manhattan stay tune for info on where I'll be having dinner. I love meeting Brazen folks in person.
45 weeks ago from Brazen Careerists in New York City and Education
Mike Ambassador Bruny:
I just checked out your site. Pretty cool. I love the feel of it. Have to support a fellow NYC-er(although I no longer liver there) and someone ...MoreI just checked out your site. Pretty cool. I love the feel of it. Have to support a fellow NYC-er(although I no longer liver there) and someone who I share an island with (Hispaniola). My background is 100% Haitian.
44 weeks ago
44 weeks ago
Vincent
AM New York ran two highly entertaining and highly distracting (and highly debatable) ranking of the Top 5 TV themes. What are your Top 5 Children’s Educational TV Show Theme Songs? My list is dominated by shows from the 70s (when I was a kid). Are there 90s and 2000 shows that have catchy themes? http://cranialgunk.com/blog/2011/03/19/to-am-new-york-my-top-5-tv-theme-...
46 weeks ago from Education, Music and Helicopter Parents1 more
Ethan Stanislawski
I did a blog post on the changing narrative on generations past and present, and how historically those narratives don't really change all that much. I'd like to know what you guys think: http://www.tynansanger.com/2011/03/shifting-the-narrative-on-generationa...
47 weeks ago from I am Gen Y, Education, Graduate Students, u30pro and Creatively Inspired3 more
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