Professional Learning - Mathematically Educated

July 19, 2026July 19, 2026

What We Lose When We Optimize Everything

I love data and the insights it can provide, but I’ve also been thinking about its limits. From my Garmin watch to classroom decision-making, this post explores the balance between using metrics wisely and preserving the creativity, professional judgment, and human connections that make teaching meaningful. Continue reading What We Lose When We Optimize Everything

June 20, 2026June 19, 2026

This Summer Learn and Enjoy New Experiences

Time sure does seem to move faster and faster as we age. Scientists have said this is due in part to the fact that we have fewer novel experiences as we get older. When we are young, we experience so many new things. First ride on an airplane, first time learning about a particular idea … Continue reading This Summer Learn and Enjoy New Experiences