Category Archives: Just Thinking

CIMPle Physics

This poem (rap) is an overview of how my theory of learning conveys to teaching Physics. But I oversimplify a bit in saying so. “CIMP” is an acronym for Cognitive Instruction in Modeling Physics. Position and timeCoordinated mentally Empirically familiarPhysical regularity Laws, and axioms Overwhelming me concept-ually Consistent and meaningfulSimply irresistible The C to the I, AndContinue reading “CIMPle Physics”

Oh! The Quadratic Formula?

In the land of algebra, where equations reside, Lies a formula, a mathematician’s guide. For quadratics that curve in a parabolic flight, The quadratic formula brings answers to light. When equals zero, This formula steps in, like a hero: A beacon of hope, come what may. First, find , , and in your quest, CoefficientsContinue reading “Oh! The Quadratic Formula?”

Systems In Dependence

In the world of math, where lines intersect, Three types of systems we must detect. Each with its own unique solution space, Let’s explore them all with poetic grace. First, the independent system stands tall, One point of intersection, that’s all. Two lines cross at a single spot, A unique solution, tied in a knot.Continue reading “Systems In Dependence”

On Point Forms and Slope Formulae

In the realm of lines, with slopes and points, Two forms of equations, each anoints. Point-slope and slope-intercept, distinct they stand, Let’s explore their differences, hand in hand. First, the point-slope form, a guiding light, For lines through a point, it’s just right. It starts with a point, and a slope to align. is whereContinue reading “On Point Forms and Slope Formulae”

Donald Had a NOT-so Silent Lamb

Donald had a little plan,Its details quite discreet,Everywhere that Donald went,Cohen was there to greet. He followed him to court one day,Which was against the norm,It made the jurors laugh and say,“Another legal storm.” Why does the lawyer tag along?The pundits asked with glee,Cohen’s role was just so wrong,In quieting the spree. With cash inContinue reading “Donald Had a NOT-so Silent Lamb”

Jack & Jill Meet Trump’s Catch & Kill

Stormy and Karen went up the hill,To fetch a scoop of news,Stormy fell down and spilled the tales,And Karen shared her views. Up got Stormy and home did trot,As fast as she could caper,Karen stayed to spill the beans,With every paper’s scraper. Back came Stormy to stand her ground,With tales so vast and plenty,Together theyContinue reading “Jack & Jill Meet Trump’s Catch & Kill”

Trump’s Peter Piper Pecker Parody

David Pecker picked a pack of pricey payoffs,A pack of pricey payoffs David Pecker picked.If David Pecker picked a pack of pricey payoffs,Where’s the proof the pricey payoffs Pecker picked? David Pecker, publisher picker,Picked a peck of paid-off tales.A lurid batch of catch-and-ditch,Where truth and sleaze unveils. If David Pecker, publisher picker,Picked that peck ofContinue reading “Trump’s Peter Piper Pecker Parody”

POTUS Doesn’t Control Gas Prices

You’d think that by the year 2022 the general public would have learned how global economics works, but here we are in the 21st century and folks keep blaming the President of the United States (POTUS) for the price of gasoline. Social media is the main reason for the persistence of bad ideas like this,Continue reading “POTUS Doesn’t Control Gas Prices”

Woke Christianity?

The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines WOKE as follows. Woke is now defined in this dictionary as “aware of and actively attentive to important facts and issues (especially issues of racial and social justice),” and identified as U.S. slang. It originated in African American English and gained more widespread use beginning in 2014 as part of the BlackContinue reading “Woke Christianity?”