Subjects in the Classroom and Life
Posted on Oct 19, 2002 | Last Updated Oct 26, 2011
A discussion on the utilitarian value of the subjects our schools teach. This editorial on education was one of the last pieces Shawn Olson printed as a Messenger writer.
educational subjects, subject relevance in education
Human ability and prejudice
Posted on Oct 19, 2002 | Last Updated Oct 30, 2011
Prejudice is a part of our world fading, but never quickly enough.
sexism, racism, prejudice
Wildlife Photography: Introduction
Posted on Oct 19, 2002 | Last Updated Oct 30, 2011
An introduction to taking wildlife pictures.
wildlife photography, photographing animals
Creatures in 2011
Posted on Dec 5, 2011 | Last Updated Dec 5, 2011
Photos of various creatures I took in 2011, including the Swamp Milkweed Leaf Beetle, flies, a dragonfly and the Blanchard's Cricket Frog.
insects, animals, frog, wildlife, photos, blanchard's cricket frog, dragonfly
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
