The Teacher Toolbox

Thomas Friedman is currently giving away copies of his book, ‘The World is Flat‘ as an audio file on his website until August 11, 2008.

I believe that this is an excellent opportunity for all teachers to at least familiarise themselves with the ideas Friedman presents. His ideas have many implications to how and what we teach.

The crux of the book can be found on the Wikipedia but there is nothing like hearing it from the horse’s mouth.

I listened to this book last year on my Ipod at one of my son’s all day soccer carnivals. Some people see this a good use of time… others just think it is plain scary. hehehehe

cheers

Adrian

PS Once you listen to the book you might be able to answer the question, ‘Why do educationalists take so much credence from a person writing primarily for a business audience?’