Promoting Interest in the Classroom
Posted on Sep 22, 2008 | Last Updated Nov 12, 2011
An essay about the role teachers play in making subjects interesting, valuable and relevant to students. Prompted by an Open-House visit to Westland High School.
education, interest
Grapevine Beetle
Posted on Jul 3, 2008 | Last Updated Jul 22, 2013
Photos of the Grapevine Beetle, a large orange beetle with black dots on its wings.
grapevine beetle, large, orange
Christmas Golden Retriever
Posted on Dec 21, 2004 | Last Updated Nov 8, 2011
Some photos of the Christmas season--golden retriever-style.
golden retriever photos, christmas, dewey
Pencil & Ink Sketches
Posted on Dec 3, 2002 | Last Updated Oct 30, 2011
Sketches and drawings by Shawn Olson.
pencil ink sketches, dragon drawing, fantasy art, old lady
The Paradox of Cultural Relativism
Posted on Oct 19, 2002 | Last Updated Oct 30, 2011
An skeptical essay on the paradox of cultural relativism when taken to an extreme. My stance is that cultural relativism is only valid in a limited scope and should not be used to justify barbaric and supertitious societies.
cultural relativism, paradoxical relativism
Leafhoppers and Treehoppers
Posted on Jun 19, 2006 | Last Updated Nov 9, 2011
Photos of leafhoppers and treehoppers found in Kansas City, Missouri.
leafhopper photo, treehopper photos, insect photos
Water Strider Photos
Posted on Apr 25, 2006 | Last Updated Nov 9, 2011
Photos of Water Striders gliding on water and mating.
water strider, picture, insect, photos
