I want to write my own story—both professionally and personally. And in the summer I get to do just that.
Summer is for stories: (Re)writing my professional story
In search of relevance, Part 1: Nothing so practical as a good theory
In this post I chronicle my winding research path to support teachers who want to make learning relevant to their students. So my answer to the question, "Can theories be practical?" is yes—but only if the person engaging with the theory also has or is willing to seek or create practical strategies.
How science fiction has seen me through the pandemic (so far)
Since the pandemic started in March of 2020, I've been watching and reading a lot of science fiction during the pandemic. I often like to say flippantly that it's because I'd really like to escape this planet. The problems and politics of fictional space worlds are much more appealing than the ones we're all entrenched... Continue Reading →
Kate Lechtenberg, PhD 