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August, 2007 |
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Famous Mathematicians
[Pythagoras] |
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"There is geometry in the humming of the string."
- Pythagoras.
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Quote of the Month
"You're not communicating
unless I understand."
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~ Dr. Dale Callahan |
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Back to School with AskDrCallahan |
Dear Dale,
While the leaves are starting to Fall here in Alabama, the temperature is finally cooling off. It was a hot August! In response, here at AskDrCallahan, we were staying indoors. Which means, we've done more work for you!
In this newsletter we highlight one of the common questions we get on geometry as well as college. We are excited to be able to serve with you, and we hope this information helps you as you plan the year!
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Is College for everyone?
When you attend a graduation, the first question we ask a graduate is "Where are you going to college?"
We assume that they will be going since in order to get a good job or to get ahead in life they will need a good degree from an accredited university. But is it really needed?
While we do not argue that the stats show college graduates "do better" than those who do not have degrees in terms of some measures. But we also know that their is a lot more information underneath any statistical study. Fact is many without college have done very well - in many cases better than those with college degrees.
Our view is simple, college is an investment of money and time. Will this investment pay off? Soemtimes yes, sometimes no! So look carefully.
However, we DO encourage advanced education. But let me just remind you that you do NOT need a bunch of higher than mighty college faculty (yes - like me) to get a better education.
We will have a LOT more on this topic later. To get some thoughts on this see the article at Crosswalk.
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Extreme Makeover:
Textbook Edition
Several years ago Harold Jacobs updated his geometry textbook to the 3rd edition - but many have told us the 2nd edition is superior. The result was some investigation into the differences and the claims of parents. See some details of the conversations Dr. Callahan had with Harold Jacobs about just that issue...er, edition. See Full Article
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We're here to help you!
Sincerely,
Dale Callahan
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