First post of a new blog that I intend to add to as I go about getting my masters in teaching.  I am currently taking a course in teacher as professional and we are exploring the vast educational research materials that are out there.  I will be commenting on many things educational, including what I happen to be reading or studying at any one time, news concerning education, and possibly on local issues and professional group discussions we are having.  I will not be discussing school based classroom or administrative issues.  Well, here goes...