Posts by JT Ayers
How to Motivate this Generation

What does the research say about motivating this generation: These young people are easily bored, are socially connected to their peers, proficient in technology, and desire to be challenged by their teachers. Click for more...

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Discipline Equals Freedom

Book Notes from Jacko Willink’s newsest book: FIND YOUR WILL, FIND YOUR DISCIPLINE--AND YOU WILL FIND YOUR FREEDOM

Jocko Willink's methods for success were born in the SEAL Teams, where he spent most of his adult life, enlisting after high school and rising through the ranks to become the commander of the most highly decorated special operations unit of the war in Iraq. In Discipline Equals Freedom, the #1 New York Times bestselling coauthor of Extreme Ownership

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Grit: Book Notes for Learning

Book Notes on this instant New York Times bestseller, pioneering psychologist Angela Duckworth shows anyone striving to succeed—be it parents, students, educators, athletes, or business people—that the secret to outstanding achievement is not talent but a special blend of passion and persistence she calls “grit.”.

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The Loss of Authentic Community with Technology

Community is important. Authenticity and honesty is vital for a community. We were not created to do life alone. If we are not careful, community can be replaced and OUTSOURCED with the technology we have come to accept as a way of life, not a tool that it was designed for. Here is an example...

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10 Things to Write in a Letter to Your Daughter

A letter to my daughter from me is special and lasting. It doesn’t have to be long. No matter the length it is something she can keep and cherish. When our daughters face a difficult day they will always be able to turn to our encouraging words. In order to help you get started, here are 10 things to write in a letter to your daughter

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