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Epistemology, the study of knowledge itself.
Ironically, in metaphysics (literally in Greek, “after physics”), we have a quote from Aristotle: “The first philosophy, or metaphysics,...
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Oct 28, 20248 min read


The Voting Game in Game Theory and Its Impact on Elections
Game theory is a powerful mathematical framework used to analyze decision-making in competitive situations where outcomes depend on the...
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Oct 23, 20245 min read


The Greek Ideal of Arete: How Lifting Weights Helped Me Combat Depression, Anxiety, and Build Confidence
In ancient Athens, few figures were as promising, yet as tragically flawed, as Alcibiades. A student of Socrates, Alcibiades was blessed...
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Oct 14, 20246 min read


Generations of Political Evolution: A Personal History of Jewish Identity, Shifting Party Alliances, and Conversations with Arlen Specter
When I sat down with Senator Arlen Specter at the gym in 2007, I expected a typical conversation about fitness, medicine and health....
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Oct 7, 20246 min read


The Role of Family-Friendly Video Games in Relieving Anxiety
In recent years, video games have gained attention as a potential tool for managing anxiety, especially those considered family-friendly,...
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Sep 30, 20244 min read


Lessons in Cards, Cynicism, and Hope: My Grandmother’s Quiet Wisdom for a Competitive World
I still remember the sound of cards shuffling on that sticky, laminate table in her tiny trailer. My brother and I sat across from my...
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Sep 23, 20246 min read


From Liberal to Conservative: Embracing the True Spirit of Education
In the shifting landscape of modern education, I now proudly consider myself a conservative in this domain. I do not back away from this...
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Sep 16, 20245 min read


The Stigma of Disabilities and the Ethics of Prenatal Testing: A Personal Journey
"Trust me, Thaddeus, when I tell you that I understand how difficult it is to be burdened with a disability. But you, sir, have shown us...
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Sep 9, 20244 min read


The Founding Fathers’ Vision for Education: Enlightenment Ideals, Inclusive Education, and the American Republic
As a father of children with disorders, the question of inclusivity in education is not merely academic for me; it is deeply personal....
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Sep 2, 20248 min read


Reimagining Education: From Public School Failures to Private Enterprise Solutions
My journey to revolutionize education began with a deeply personal experience—one that highlighted the systemic flaws in both public and...
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Aug 26, 20245 min read


George Land and the NASA Study
George Land, a renowned scientist and author, was hired by NASA in the 1960s to develop a test that could identify creative potential in...
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Aug 19, 20244 min read


Meeting with City Councilman Kevin Schmidt: A Vision for Destin's Future
Recently, I had the pleasure of meeting with City Councilman Kevin Schmidt in his office. Our conversation was both inspiring and...
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Aug 14, 20244 min read


The Transformative: Virtual Reality in Education Power of Virtual Reality in Education and Therapy
Imagine climbing Mount Everest, exploring a uranium atom the size of a mountain, or stepping inside a Salvador Dali painting to...
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Aug 5, 20246 min read


Revolutionizing Education with VictorXR and Digital Twin Schools
Imagine taking a uranium atom and enlarging it to the size of the Eiffel Tower so you can see the orbiting electron cloud, climb it, jump...
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Jul 24, 20244 min read


Integrating Robotics and Coding in Education: Addressing Neurodiversity Through Hands-On Learning
Steve Jobs once said, "You've got to start with the customer experience and work back toward the technology – not the other way around."...
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Jul 24, 20245 min read


The Journey to Arete: Finding the Good in Teaching
In the philosophical musings of Aristotle, "arete" signifies excellence or virtue, embodying the highest form of good a person can...
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Jul 24, 20245 min read


Charlemagne: The Student
Charlemagne is often breezed over in school, but he shouldn’t be. While he is known for creating the Holy Roman Empire, his contributions...
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Jul 13, 20242 min read


A Conversation with David Schmidt
I recently had the opportunity to sit down with David Schmidt, a dedicated advocate for education and a candidate for the school board in...
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Jul 13, 20243 min read


Cheap Talk Learning Method
The "cheap talk" learning method draws on game theory principles to guide students toward optimal educational outcomes without...
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Jul 8, 20246 min read


The Barrett School´s Latest Offering:
Launching Students into STEM Careers through Video Game Design At The Barrett School, we’re always seeking innovative ways to engage our...
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Jun 28, 20243 min read
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