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SpaceX launches StarX in a Tesla: Where’s the neutrality?

OK, I agree, there is very little to be critical about the recent SpaceX's Falcon Heavy launch, but I would like to make one observation that may have just been an oversight: Why couldn't the Tesla navigator, StarMAN (who can't be seen inside a spacesuit) be named the not-so-catchy but neutral StarPerson, or StarGoer, or… Continue reading SpaceX launches StarX in a Tesla: Where’s the neutrality?

Distance Education, Education and Learning, Information

How would you teach someone to ski?

We just went skiing, and I, being a complete beginner, watched others for teaching tips. I stood on the bunny hill watching advanced skiers teach beginners. For ever "lesson" I observed, I saw a different teaching style. I expected there were as many learning styles, too. We can, and should, teach using methods we are… Continue reading How would you teach someone to ski?