• The Delta

    The Delta

    The Greek letter Delta is the symbol for “change” in mathematics.  For those of you who remember algebra, the way to calculate the slope of the a line was to divide the change in the “y” coordinates by the change in the “x” coordinates.  Delta y over Delta x. Delta…

  • Planning For Change

    Planning For Change

    The graphic that’s featured with this article shows a cycle that is quite common when an enhancement is requested for an existing piece of software or a new functionality is suggested for an app. But there are other types of changes that are prevalent within schools today which accompany new…

  • A Better Word Than Change: Adjustment, Revision, Modification, or Shift…or Transition

    A Better Word Than Change: Adjustment, Revision, Modification, or Shift…or Transition

    “The beginning of wisdom is to call things by their right names” – Chinese Proverb Words are interesting. Actually, the meanings of words are interesting, especially since they change over time. Consider the words used to describe something that evokes a personal positive emotional reaction.  If we look at the…