For years, my newsletter has been a cornerstone of my work—almost 400 issues filled with insights, curated content, and reflections. However, as I began migrating all my ideas and projects into a unified markdown-based system within Obsidian, the scale of the task felt daunting. My goal was not just to archive these newsletters but to…
To take children seriously is to value them for who they are right now rather than adults-in-the-making.– Alfie Kohn In the face of the growing digitalization of the world, educators often resort to imposing blanket bans on certain technologies or platforms within classrooms to maintain order and focus. However, these well-intentioned prohibitions often prove ineffective. Recently,…
In my ongoing journey to transform my newsletter into a digital garden, I discovered an unlikely collaborator: Generative AI. At first glance, the idea of using an AI as a “critical friend” may seem unconventional, even paradoxical. After all, how could an algorithm provide the thoughtful, nuanced critique we often expect from a trusted confidant?…
In building my digital garden, I’ve realized the importance of a solid structure to keep my ideas organized and accessible. Here, I’ll share how I’ve designed my note-taking framework, from folders to tags and the development stages of notes like seeds, plants, and evergreens. Folders: Laying the Foundation When working with digital notes, organizing and…
When I set out to create my digital garden, I knew I needed tools that would support flexibility, interconnection, and growth. After experimenting with various platforms and workflows, I landed on Obsidian as the backbone of this project. In this post, I’ll share why I chose Obsidian, the key plugins and tools I use, and some tips…
Over the years, I’ve accumulated a wealth of insights, reflections, and resources through my newsletter and personal notes. These efforts have been a way to share knowledge, spark conversations, and document ideas. But as the content has grown, so has the challenge of keeping it accessible, organized, and impactful. That’s why I’ve decided to repurpose…
The internet has transformed how we share knowledge, connect with others, and build ideas. Yet, in the fast-paced world of social media and traditional blogging, valuable insights often feel lost in the shuffle. This is where the concept of a digital garden comes in. A personal living space for cultivating and sharing ideas over time.…
In an era where artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping education, a crucial question emerges: How can we harness AI to support social-emotional learning (SEL) and cultivate empathy in our increasingly digital classrooms? This post explores the intersection of AI and SEL, highlighting innovative approaches to create more supportive, empathetic learning environments. The Critical Role of…
Human-in-the-Loop (HITL) Computing is an approach to artificial intelligence and machine learning where human judgment is integrated into the decision-making process. Instead of allowing AI systems to operate completely autonomously, HITL ensures that humans are involved in key stages of the process, particularly in training, validating, or adjusting the system. This approach helps enhance the…
In a world increasingly driven by digital technology, it’s often easy to overlook the importance of human connection and emotion in our development. But as educators, parents and community leaders, we must acknowledge that social and emotional dimensions of learning are just as important as academic ones. This blog post promises to help you understand…