Rereading “Writing to Learn”

7 years ago

Rereading “Writing to Learn,” William Zinsser’s 1988 book about helping students overcome the fear of writing. That’s how I remember…

Superman Comic about Sympathy and Hope

7 years ago

Just in case someone out there could use it, here’s a powerful comic that emphasizes the power of sympathy (written…

Chapbooks — the latest assignment in my “History and Future of the Book” class.

7 years ago

Students have already done a 400-word speech, a 400-word manuscript, and a 400-word typescript. I asked them to make multiple…

What About “The Breakfast Club”?

7 years ago

I made three movies with John Hughes; when they were released, they made enough of a cultural impact to land…

Happy Sweet Sixteen, Carolyn!

7 years ago

The girl spent her birthday weekend opening a show and auditioning.

Dan Rather, who knows a thing or two about fake news, shares tips for news consumers

7 years ago

"If you find yourself agreeing with everything your news outlet says, you’re doing it wrong. If your news doesn’t challenge…