‘I hated, hated science’ until STEM NOLA
“My parents are happy for me and proud of me. They see that I have a passion for what I want to do. This really feels like the way that I can help change the world,” said 17-year-old Jaelyn Carr
Students, teachers use self-efficacy to master learning, show the world ‘we are intelligent’
Education scholars like Erin Wheeler Ph.D., executive director of College Beyond, and Calvin Mackie Ph.D. of STEM NOLA have said a student’s “belief” is critical for their success. This belief, which is called “self-efficacy,” is the belief in one’s ability to complete a chosen, specific task. Because this belief “fuels students,” it is part of the education model at T.M. Landry College Prep in Lafayette, Louisiana.
‘Grandma’s Hands’ packed with wisdom from women great in faith
Drawing inspiration from the women in the author’s family, Grandma’s Hands: Cherished Moments of Faith and Wisdom (Acanthus Publishing, 2012) is New Orleans author Calvin Mackie’s impassioned celebration of the enduring values of our elder generations, whose wisdom and experience bring a humbled perspective and clear direction to the challenges of our daily lives. Grandma’s … Continue reading
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