Bingo!

Congratulations to Meyyappan, who figured out that the lab’s welcome sign (which is duplicated on the electrical panel inside the lab) has finally been updated to reflect the current class lists.

Something’s different

Something in Lab 218 is different as of today, but the period C class couldn't it out.

Can you?

Dubstep

Thanks to Shrumit’s initiative, we had an interesting Studio 218 this week. While not to everyone’s taste, I enjoyed the electronic dance music. It was heavy on the drums and bass, with a real emphasis on rhythm.

Normally Studio 218 contributions are playlists, not audio streams, but I’m glad we made an exception for Digitally Imported’s Dubstep. It made for an energetic studio session—and may have inspired some of the lazier members of my classes to produce their own playlists for next week, if only to avoid another Dubstep session!

Thanks, Shrumit, for helping us meet one of the Studio 218 goals: exposure to new and different music! 

Spring has sprung!

Not outside, perhaps, but Spring has sprung in my classes. There’s a new energy and drive in my students’ approach to their work—and I’m enjoying the change in the “weather!”

The lab has been buzzing, of late, with students helping one another, significant personal gains, and good—good!—questions asked by students who are taking more and more responsibility for their learning. How great is that!?!

Spring has sprung in Lab 218, and I couldn’t be prouder of my students’ accomplishments!

The Day After the Night Before

It’s the day after the night before, and Canada’s a different country. I’m confident that Mr. Layton will make a positive contribution on the national stage—and if not, that Ms. May will give him and Mr. Harper the hook and help us start again.

We’ve interesting times ahead, and my students and I are looking forward to the show!

First Friendster, then Studio 218?

With news of the imminent death of Friendster, I’m left wondering whether Studio 218 might soon face its demise.

Despite the enthusiasm students express for our weekly musical exploration, there’s been a dearth of student playlists all semester. Maybe I should convert Studio 218 into a gaming site!