What to tell the children about all the lies?
As parents and teachers, we all try very hard to have our kids tell us the truth. We know, if they don’t, we simply can’t trust them and that leads to…
The Insidious Erosion of Trust
As published in the Omaha World Herald - Community Voices - November 21, 2021 About 1996, when I was in my second year in heading the Iowa Department of Education,…
Why is System Level Change So Difficult?
Previously, I outlined why major or structural change was needed in America’s education system. As an example, I mentioned changes such as expanding the scope of education to insure strong…
Why are Systems-Level Changes Needed in American Education?
Everyone over forty marvels at how quickly the world is changing. Technology and globalization have transformed our economy and most workplaces. Social and cultural changes have changed family life as well. Our grandparents…
Why the Title “Herding Glaciers”?
The term "Herding Glaciers" describes my belief that impacting significant educational change is a ponderous undertaking. The notion of "herding glaciers" comes from my reaction when educators in Iowa who…