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Carving Pumpkins

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Carving Pumpkins

It’s spooky season. Do you look forward to this time of year? If so, what do you like about it? If not, why not?

How, if at all, do you celebrate Halloween? Do you dress in costume? Carve pumpkins? Put up decorations? Go to parties? Watch scary movies? Brave haunted houses or corn mazes? What do you enjoy about these traditions and rituals? What do they mean to you?

Tell us in the comments, then read the related article about a professional pumpkin carver who expects to carve more than 100 pumpkins this fall, including the screaming face above.

Students 13 and older in the United States and Britain, and 16 and older elsewhere, are invited to comment. All comments are moderated by the Learning Network staff, but please keep in mind that once your comment is accepted, it will be made public and may appear in print.

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Word of the Day: quirky

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Word of the Day: quirky

The word quirky has appeared in 319 articles on NYTimes.com in the past year, including on Sept. 12 in “A Bathtub in the Kitchen? Not a Problem for New Yorkers” by Jess Eng:

In 2021, Elise Shatz began her apartment hunt with a clear goal: Find the largest apartment within her budget with the best light. She stumbled upon an East Village studio replete with north and south-facing windows — and a huge bathtub in the kitchen. “The second I walked in, I was like, ‘Yeah, this is my apartment,’” she said.

Most units in her apartment building have kitchen bathtubs, a relic of the tenement era. “If I talk to someone who’s unfamiliar with New York’s real estate, they get confused and think it’s hilarious,” Ms. Shatz, 29, said.

Although she rarely takes baths in the tub she’s eager to use it as a quirky storage spot. “If I were to have a party, I would fill it with ice and put drinks in there,” she said.

Can you correctly use the word quirky in a sentence?

Based on the definition and example provided, write a sentence using today’s Word of the Day and share it as a comment on this article. It is most important that your sentence makes sense and demonstrates that you understand the word’s definition, but we also encourage you to be creative and have fun.

Then, read some of the other sentences students have submitted and use the “Recommend” button to vote for two original sentences that stand out to you.

If you want a better idea of how quirky can be used in a sentence, read these usage examples on Vocabulary.com.

Students ages 13 and older in the United States and the United Kingdom, and 16 and older elsewhere, can comment. All comments are moderated by the Learning Network staff.

The Word of the Day is provided by Vocabulary.com. Learn more and see usage examples across a range of subjects in the Vocabulary.com Dictionary. See every Word of the Day in this column.

Can You Match This Text to the Right Book?

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Can You Match This Text to the Right Book?

There would be a black, six-foot deep gap hacked in the hard ground. That shadow would marry this shadow, and the peculiar, yellowish soil of our locality seal the wound in the whiteness, and yet another snowfall erase the traces of newness in Joan’s grave.

I took a deep breath and listened to the old brag of my heart.

I am, I am, I am.

Quiet Ambition: A Rising Workplace Phenomenon

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Quiet Ambition: A Rising Workplace Phenomenon

One thing we can all agree on is that the workplace is evolving. New trends, ways of working, and strategies rule the day. Added to this, are the new and subtle phenomenons, challenges, and traditional notions of ambition and success. In particular, “quiet ambition.” This growing trend represents a different approach to climbing the corporate ladder and achieving professional goals. In this article, we’ll delve into this concept, explore its characteristics, and discuss why it is becoming increasingly prevalent in the workplace.

Defining Quiet Ambition

Quiet ambition is a term that describes individuals who aspire to achieve their professional goals with a focus on understated, thoughtful, and introverted qualities. It’s the opposite of the more commonly recognised concept of ambition, which often conjures images of bold, outspoken, and extroverted individuals who are unafraid to trumpet their achievements. Quiet ambition, often overshadowed by its louder counterparts, is a subtle yet powerful force that propels individuals towards their goals without fanfare or pomp.

Characteristics of Quiet Ambition

Quiet ambition does not mean a lack of ambition or a diminished desire for success. Rather, it emphasises a different path to that success, one that relies on quieter strengths, such as perseverance, determination, and strategic thinking. 

  • Introversion: Quiet ambition is often associated with introverted individuals who tend to be reflective, observant, and deep thinkers. They may not always be the most vocal in meetings or the centre of attention, but their ideas and contributions are significant.
  • Consistency: This trait is marked by a consistent and steady approach to work and goals. It’s not about making grand, attention-grabbing gestures but rather about consistently delivering high-quality work over time.
  • Resilience: Those with quiet ambition are often highly resilient. They handle setbacks and challenges with grace and determination and use them as opportunities for growth and improvement.
  • Inclusivity: These individuals tend to be inclusive leaders, valuing diverse perspectives and encouraging collaboration. They understand that building strong teams and relationships is vital to success.
  • Adaptability: Quiet ambition acknowledges the importance of adaptability and a willingness to embrace change. Those with this quality tend to be open to learning and improving, even if it involves stepping out of their comfort zones.
  • Strategic thinking: Quietly ambitious people excel in strategic thinking and planning. They often look at the bigger picture and make decisions that are in line with their long-term goals.

Why Quiet Ambition is on the Rise

This phenomenon is gaining prominence in the workplace for several reasons:

  1. Recognises introverted strengths: Over the years, there has been a growing recognition of the unique strengths that introverts bring to the table. These strengths include deep thinking, active listening, and strong analytical skills, all of which are highly valued in today’s complex work environments.
  2. Changing leadership styles: Traditional leadership models that reward assertiveness and outspokenness are evolving. Leaders are increasingly recognising the importance of different leadership styles, including those rooted in quiet ambition, to foster collaboration, innovation, and employee well-being.
  3. Work-life balance: Many individuals with quiet ambition prioritise work-life balance, seeking fulfilment not just through their careers but also through personal growth, well-being, and meaningful relationships. This approach is becoming more appealing in an age where burnout and stress are prevalent workplace issues.
  4. The power of introverted leadership: Leaders with quiet ambition often inspire their teams through their actions and examples rather than grandiose expressions and actions. They foster a culture of humility, empathy, and inclusivity, which can lead to stronger team dynamics and better outcomes.
  5. Rising complexities in work environments: In an increasingly complex and interconnected world, quiet ambition’s emphasis on deep thinking and strategic planning is highly valuable. It’s not always the loudest voice in the room that finds the best solutions; it’s the most thoughtful one.

Embracing Quiet Ambition

If you see yourself as possessing the qualities associated with the concept of quiet ambition or wish to cultivate these qualities, there are several steps you can take:

  • Self-awareness: Reflect on your strengths and preferences. Understand how your introverted qualities can be an asset in your career.
  • Goal setting: Set clear, realistic, and long-term goals. Define your path to success and align your actions with these goals.
  • Consistency: Embrace a consistent work ethic. Focus on delivering high-quality work, and don’t be discouraged by the lack of immediate recognition.
  • Resilience: Develop resilience in the face of challenges and setbacks. See them as opportunities for growth and learning.
  • Networking: Build meaningful professional relationships. Even if you’re introverted, connecting with others can help open doors and create opportunities.
  • Strategic thinking: Cultivate your strategic thinking abilities. Always consider the bigger picture and how your actions align with your long-term goals.
  • Embrace adaptability: Be open to change and learning. Embracing new challenges and experiences can help you grow and progress in your career.

Quiet ambition is a rising workplace phenomenon that emphasises the power of introverted qualities in the pursuit of professional success. It’s not about being silent or overlooked; it’s about recognising that success can be achieved through thoughtful, consistent, and strategic efforts. As the world of work continues to evolve, individuals and organisations increasingly appreciate the value of quiet ambition, which fosters strong leadership, resilience, and meaningful collaboration in the pursuit of success. By embracing this, individuals can unlock their full potential and thrive in today’s dynamic and complex professional landscape.

Do Schools Need to Do More to Hold Students Accountable?

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Do Schools Need to Do More to Hold Students Accountable?

Do you think your school does enough to hold all students accountable academically and behaviorally?

For example, what happens if you miss several days of school? Are you required to make them up somehow? Are your grades affected? Do you risk being held back if you are absent too many times?

What about if you don’t turn in an assignment? Do you get a zero? Are you expected to redo the work? Or can you still easily pass without completing all of your tasks?

I mostly heard back from teachers, and one of their consistent themes was that they felt they could no longer hold students accountable academically or behaviorally because of pressure from snowplow parents and bad district policies.

Ms. Grose continues:

A typical response came from Russell, a public high school teacher on the East Coast. He said that when a big chunk of the graduating class “has a 4.0, grades are meaningless,” adding:

Failure is a bad word — and the kids know it. It takes way more work to hold a student accountable than to simply pass him/her. Even if a kid does nothing all year, we are encouraged to find a way to pass him/her. And then, of course, when a student does not perform, parents often want to know what we are going to do about it — not what their child can do.

Part of the issue is grade inflation. As Chalkbeat reported last year, “Even as students have taken higher-level courses, their G.P.A.s have steadily risen — from an average of 2.68 in 1990 to 2.94 in 2000, 3.0 in 2009 and 3.11 in 2019.” At the same time, test scores on national exams have dropped or remained unchanged, which suggests that students aren’t actually better prepared in math, English or science than they were 20 years ago. The lack of basic skills has been evident for a while: Many two- and four-year colleges devote significant resources to remedial education.

This overall state of play has become more alarming since 2020, given how far behind schoolchildren are now. What’s not helping? The policies many school districts are adopting that make it nearly impossible for low-performing students to fail — they have a grading floor under them, they know it, and that allows them to game the system.

Several teachers whom I spoke with or who responded to my questionnaire mentioned policies stating that students cannot get lower than a 50 percent on any assignment, even if the work was never done, in some cases. A teacher from Chapel Hill, N.C., who filled in the questionnaire’s “name” field with “No, no, no,” said the 50 percent floor and “NO attendance enforcement” leads to a scenario where “we get students who skip over 100 days, have a 50 percent, complete a couple of assignments to tip over into 59.5 percent and then pass.”

It’s hard to find national data about how widespread this kind of 50 percent rule is (and the experts I spoke with said they didn’t know of anyone who was systematically collecting this information). But policies like this have been adopted by districts from Washington, D.C., to Boise, Idaho. Jay Matthews, The Washington Post’s education columnist, has written about the trend toward easing grading and assignments, calling it “the most divisive educational issue in the country” that we’re not hearing enough about.

When I followed up with Russell, the high school teacher, over the phone, he said of his students, “Even if they plagiarize or cheat on something, well, it’s a 50 percent.” If they get two out of 10 on a quiz, he said, that’s automatically bumped up to a five out of 10. He said grades are no longer tied to attendance, and that grading quarters are merged, so some students “quickly found that if they could have a passing grade in the first one or two quarters, they could just stop coming to school.”

Laura Warren is a middle-school reading specialist who taught in rural Virginia and suburban Massachusetts before she retired in June. In Massachusetts, she said, her school had adopted a 50 percent policy. Over the phone she told me, “I see the good in it because you want a kid to be able to dig themself out of a hole, but then again, you didn’t do an assignment. You didn’t do a whole assignment. And should you be getting a 50 for that?”

Warren also told me that in her relatively affluent Massachusetts district, parents were hyper-focused on grades and frequently pushed back when they weren’t happy, which led to many teachers playing it safe because they didn’t want the agita, including possible escalation to the principal. “Tests could be retaken and assignments perfected. No failing grades. If teachers are conscientious, this creates an enormous amount of work. If teachers are not conscientious, kids are just sliding by,” she wrote in the questionnaire. “Teachers know it and kids know it.”

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Word of the Day: plaudit

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Word of the Day: plaudit

The word plaudit has appeared in four articles on NYTimes.com in the past year, including on Sept. 12 in “Michelin’s Coveted Stars Can Come With Some Costs” by Julia Moskin:

The Michelin Guide, owned by the French tire manufacturer, is the world’s most widely recognized authority on fine dining. Its stars have fueled the dreams of generations of chefs, and are always the first thing mentioned about restaurants that have them. In recent years, with competition from the World’s 50 Best Restaurants list and other awards, the company has been aggressively seeking new ways to generate revenue, expand its geographic reach and modernize the idea of what makes a Michelin restaurant.

… Already the terms “Michelin-recommended and “Michelin-recognized” have become a common plaudit for the more than 16,600 restaurants that appear in the guide at every level. Of those, only 3,400 have stars, and just 142 have three.

Can you correctly use the word plaudit in a sentence?

Based on the definition and example provided, write a sentence using today’s Word of the Day and share it as a comment on this article. It is most important that your sentence makes sense and demonstrates that you understand the word’s definition, but we also encourage you to be creative and have fun.

Then, read some of the other sentences students have submitted and use the “Recommend” button to vote for two original sentences that stand out to you.

If you want a better idea of how plaudit can be used in a sentence, read these usage examples on Vocabulary.com.

Students ages 13 and older in the United States and the United Kingdom, and 16 and older elsewhere, can comment. All comments are moderated by the Learning Network staff.

The Word of the Day is provided by Vocabulary.com. Learn more and see usage examples across a range of subjects in the Vocabulary.com Dictionary. See every Word of the Day in this column.

What’s Going On in This Picture? | Oct. 23, 2023

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What’s Going On in This Picture? | Oct. 23, 2023

1. After looking closely at the image above (or at the full-size image), think about these three questions:

2. Next, join the conversation by clicking on the comment button and posting in the box that opens on the right. (Students 13 and older are invited to comment, although teachers of younger students are welcome to post what their students have to say.)

3. After you have posted, try reading back to see what others have said, then respond to someone else by posting another comment. Use the “Reply” button or the @ symbol to address that student directly.

Each Monday, our collaborator, Visual Thinking Strategies, will facilitate a discussion from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Eastern time by paraphrasing comments and linking to responses to help students’ understanding go deeper. You might use their responses as models for your own.

4. On Thursday afternoons, we will reveal at the bottom of this post more information about the photo. How does reading the caption and learning its back story help you see the image differently?

We’ll post more information here on Thursday afternoon. Stay tuned!

More?

• See all images in this series or slide shows of 40 of our favorite images — or 40 more.

• Learn more about this feature in this video, and discover how and why other teachers are using it in their classrooms in our on-demand webinar.

• Find out how teachers can be trained in the Visual Thinking Strategies facilitation method.

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Shhhh… Listen! Do You Hear The Sound Of Holidays For Today?

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Shhhh… Listen! Do You Hear The Sound Of Holidays For Today?

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5 Unexpected Ways to Work on Your Soft Skills

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5 Unexpected Ways to Work on Your Soft Skills

When you’re learning to code to become a software developer, there are plenty of ways to practice concepts and frameworks outside of our courses and paths. Maybe you complete a project, build your portfolio website, or work through a code challenge, for example.  

The soft skills that you need as a developer — like being able to present ideas impactfully or strategize with stakeholders — are equally important, but a lot harder to practice. Even as an entry-level developer, you might be asked to reverse engineer a codebase, identify and solve a bug, or learn a new framework to meet a project’s requirements. All of this requires technical chops, of course, but career success is more than just technical skill development. You need to be able to solve problems, communicate effectively, and pay attention to details to get a job done.

In today’s AI-driven world, effective interpersonal and social skills will keep you a cut above. That’s why we’re launching exclusive soft skills training for Codecademy Pro and Plus members. Read on to learn more about these resources and ideas that will help you practice and improve your soft skills.

Get expert soft skills training

Join us next month for a new three-part livestream series that focuses on developing business and communication skills. The events will be led by Merri Lemmex, a management and leadership expert who has decades of experience training people who work in tech and other industries around the world.

Each of the weekly training sessions will cover a different soft skill: problem solving, planning and priority setting, and critical thinking. These soft skills can help you succeed in any job (and TBH social setting), but they’re particularly useful for folks in tech. At the end of the livestream session, you’ll have a chance to ask questions, and walk away with an impressive toolkit that you can carry with you throughout your career and life.

Mark your calendar for 1pm ET on November 1, 9, and 15, and register for all the events. Keep in mind: These chapter events are exclusive to Codecademy Pro and Codecademy Plus learners. If you have a Basic membership, you can upgrade your plan or start a 7-day free trial to join.

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Read up on creative ways of thinking

You might think that soft skills are all extroverted, like public speaking, leadership, and communication. But knowing how to solve problems, prioritize your schedule, and consider different perspectives are also highly valuable soft skills to have. (You’ll learn how to get better at each of these soft skills in our exclusive training sessions.)

You can open your mind to new ideas just by reading a book or blog article. There are lots of books about working in tech that can help you develop empathy for people with different perspectives than your own. If you prefer shorter reads, consider subscribing to a tech and work newsletter to see how today’s thought leaders are approaching industry developments like AI, or learn how individuals stay organized and get things done. We’re big fans of Harvard Business Review’s Management Tip of the Day newsletter for easy actionable tips about how to do your job better.

Record yourself giving a presentation

In remote workplaces, meetings are often recorded so that team members can rewatch the material async. If you give presentations and have access to the recordings, go back and watch yourself. It might make you cringe, but take note of your body language, tone, and style as well as the feedback you received in the moment from team members in the meeting or in the chat. Without getting too wrapped up in self-criticism, watch how you referred to visual aids like slides, or used storytelling to engage the audience. You could also ask a trusted friend or team member to take a look and provide some constructive feedback.

Don’t get many opportunities to present? You can record yourself demoing a product feature you worked on or are familiar with, and just use it as practice. Another idea: Pretend you’re a developer advocate and make a video hyping up your favorite app or software. Or take a trick from public speaking classes and try presenting on a random topic you know a lot about — like your favorite sports team or how to cook your go-to meal.

Join an open-source project

October is Hacktoberfest in the tech world, which is the ideal time to get started with the vibrant open-source community. Getting to collaborate with developers around the world on an open-source project gives you experience working with a team, communicating with other devs, and receiving or giving feedback. You can also learn a lot about open-source workflow and how to prioritize tasks.

If you’re a newbie to open-source, we recommend starting by contributing to Docs, our community-driven documentation for popular programming languages and frameworks. With Docs, you’ll get experience with Git and GitHub, have your submissions reviewed by more advanced devs, and start building up a portfolio.

There are varying levels of involvement on open-source initiatives. If you’re a frequent contributor to an open-source project, you could volunteer to be a maintainer, meaning you create processes for the collaborators, manage documentation, and keep the project aligned with its goals. Leadership roles in open-source projects require more of a time-commitment than just contributing, but they’re also a great way to keep working on your soft skills.

Take time to practice mindfulness

Meditating in silence may not sound like the most productive way to practice soft skills, but studies show that mindfulness can enhance your ability to solve problems and think creatively. Research out of Harvard found that when engineers added 15 minutes of mindfulness to their workflow, it improved their ability to think out of the box and generate new ideas.

Cultivating mindfulness, defined as a state of “nonjudgmental, moment-to-moment awareness,” gives you mental space to consider different solutions, perspectives, and strategies. Not sure what mindfulness looks like in the life of a programmer? Try adding the mindfulness exercises in this article to your work day.

Register now for our soft skills series

In part one of the soft skills series on November 1 at 1pm ET, we’ll cover ways to identify obstacles that hinder effective problem solving, and tactics for approaching issues. You’ll also learn techniques for presenting your ideas in a way that will resonate with your audience. Part two, taking place on November 9 at 1pm ET, will cover scheduling and prioritizing like a pro. In this session, you’ll pick up genius tricks for managing time and prioritizing tasks. And the third session on November 15 is designed to take your career further with creativity and strategic thinking. No matter what level of your career you’re at, you can take away critical thinking tools and tap into your resourcefulness.

Sign up for one or all of the exclusive events led by Merri Lemmex. Make sure you upgrade to Pro or Plus in time for the sessions.

Weekly Student News Quiz: Israel-Hamas War, Congress, Halloween

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Weekly Student News Quiz: Israel-Hamas War, Congress, Halloween

In response, Israel has been pummeling the Gaza Strip with airstrikes that have wiped out entire neighborhoods and brought the medical system to the brink of collapse, and it has also cut off electricity, food, and water supplies. Officials in Gaza said at least 2,808 people had been killed as of Oct. 16.

Gaza has more than two million residents. About how many of them are under age 18?

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