Reforming Math Education in the United States: A Case for Statistics

February 13, 2017

Math as a student If your education was anything like my own standard public schooling, the sequence of math education went something like this: 8th-grade was Algebra 1 then you moved through a sequence of Algebra 2, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, and finishing with Calculus during your senior year of high school (note, if you were not … More Reforming Math Education in the United States: A Case for Statistics

Cook Something!

January 23, 2016

In his younger days, my dad attended a folk music circle. There are stories about all kinds of characters, but there was one guy who always gave this advice to newcomers: Learn three songs (well) on an instrument, and everybody will think you area a master. The first song you play will have people encouraging … More Cook Something!

Why You Should Think About Picking Up an Endurance Activity

November 8, 2015

I’m a big fan of team sports. You learn a lot about working with others, working for the benefit of a group instead of yourself, and even how to react in a constructive way when life deals you a bad hand (dumb ref…). I played soccer for a successful high school program, and I played … More Why You Should Think About Picking Up an Endurance Activity

Molehills, Not Mountains: Cleaning the Bathroom

October 4, 2015

Of all the household cleaning tasks, none seem as scary and unpleasant as cleaning the bathroom. Let’s face it, the bathroom is gross. The bathroom is where you go to scrub, brush, spit, exfoliate, and generally cleanse yourself. That means all of the…um…byproducts…spend their time in the bathroom. Well, I’m here to give you some … More Molehills, Not Mountains: Cleaning the Bathroom

Re-connect with Math

September 27, 2015

As I went through middle and high school, if you had asked me what my favorite subject in school, that was no-brainer: English. Least favorite subject? Just as easy: Math. I didn’t like the rigidity I felt in math class, and I didn’t like formulaic way in which many teachers would show you a single … More Re-connect with Math

4 Knots Everyone Should Know for Everyday Life

September 17, 2015

Knots are useful, and not just for sailors, climbers, backpackers, or the military! There are an amazing array of knots to learn, and Animated Knots is a great place to learn different knots for different uses. Here are four knots I find useful for just about anything from making a necklace to strapping something down to … More 4 Knots Everyone Should Know for Everyday Life

4 Books You Should Read to Understand References: Medieval

September 13, 2015

During the medieval period the overwhelming authority in the western world was the (Catholic) Church, and many of the rulers of the numerous kingdoms, clans, and other feudal provinces often claimed divine right to rule. Often times they did this with the backing of the Church. As a result, most of the stories, epics, tales, … More 4 Books You Should Read to Understand References: Medieval