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Critical Thinking LinksE. O. Wilson Quotes
Sometimes a concept is baffling not because it is profound but because it is wrong. – E. O. Wilson
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SMS Donations Advertised via Twitter
However, there is no easy way for you to identify who you send the money too. I would suggest to be very careful with this form of donation and only to use the number if you receive it from the organization directly. Please avoid sending money “blindly” just because a friend “RT” it.Two legitimate operators of this service appear to be:http://www.mgive.comhttp://mobilegivinginsider.comThe Red Cross uses a verified twitter account @redcross for updates.
In urgent times, avoiding online charity scams | The Social – CNET News
The harrowing images of victims of a 7.0-magnitude earthquake in the impoverished island nation of Haiti on Tuesday have left many wondering how they can most effectively contribute money to help. Unfortunately, with any urgent call for donations often comes a rash of scams that can pilfer cash or result in identity theft.
via In urgent times, avoiding online charity scams | The Social – CNET News.
AC360: Blog – How to help people in Haiti: Impact your World
Impact Your World
An International Red Cross spokesman warned that up to 3 million people may have been affected by Tuesday’s earthquake in Haiti. Here are some organizations specifically helping Haiti.
http://ac360.blogs.cnn.com/2010/01/13/how-to-help-people-in-haiti-impact-your-world/
By Not Addressing High School Censorship, Supreme Court ‘Substantially Interferes’ with Student Speech Rights – FIRE
The Palmer case began when a student at Waxahachie High School in Texas was denied permission to wear T-shirts with messages including “San Diego,” “John Edwards for President ‘08,” and, ironically, the text of the First Amendment.
Join us for Her HRC – a National Night of Celebration for Women « HRC Back Story
This weekend, HRC is holding events in more than 25 cities on Sunday as women across the country join together for a night of celebration. “Her HRC” is taking place in Austin, Charlotte, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Dallas, Denver, Houston, Kansas City, MO, Las Vegas, Long Beach/Orange County, Long Island, Los Angeles, Nashville, New Orleans, New York City, Orlando, Palm Springs, Phoenix, Portland, OR, Salt Lake City, San Antonio, San Diego, San Francisco, St. Louis, Twin Cities and Washington, DC.Learn more at the Her HRC website where you can RSVP, get a t-shirt, spread the word and join the Facebook event.
via Join us for Her HRC – a National Night of Celebration for Women « HRC Back Story.
A Parent Primer on Social and Emotional Learning | Edutopia
Wish they had SEL when i was in school…
Students strive, in a program like Jefferson County’s CARE for Kids, to become successful thinkers, but they also learn to manage their emotions, resolve conflicts, and communicate and collaborate effectively with others.
via A Parent Primer on Social and Emotional Learning | Edutopia.
The Top 5 Diversity Stories Of 2009 | Teaching Tolerance
As teachers and students return to school this week, it’s worth taking one last look back at 2009. We asked ourselves, “What five news stories most shaped diversity – and diversity education – in the classroom last year?” Here is our list. Feel free to share if you come up with a different one.
via The Top 5 Diversity Stories Of 2009 | Teaching Tolerance.
