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The Future of Education Eliminates the Classroom, Because the World Is Your Class

By Madelyn Blair | Published May 7, 2013

Whenever I teach, I see my job as creating learning moments for the students. That’s why when someone asks a question…

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Witness Michael Jordan

By Madelyn Blair | Published September 3, 2012

Jordan’s poised confidence on the basketball court emerged from years of effort and success at his chosen endeavor. He has reflected deeply and consistently about the challenges, both internal and external, of the art and science of his sport. He found the factors, whether internal or external, holding him back—and got rid of them.…

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What Darwin and Young People Have in Common

By Madelyn Blair | Published July 23, 2012

Who knew that Darwin would have relevance to today’s young people who are entering the work force in 2012? Well, Nacie Carson did and does. She is the author of The Finch Effect, a book that offers five strategies to adapt and thrive in your working life.…

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A Surprising Role of Dreams

By Madelyn Blair | Published June 25, 2012

5 Steps for Creating a Powerful Learning Machine

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Canoeing in White Water

By Madelyn Blair | Published June 18, 2012

Have you canoed in white water? How did you prepare for it? These questions are just the beginning of a new feature of the Riding the Current Blog – a co-blogger, Dennis Rader, who will over time present his unique insights on learning. Dennis has been introduced in these pages before, and I have known him for many years.…

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Cathedrals of Our Millennia

By Madelyn Blair | Published February 17, 2012

Recognizing the power of libraries to do so much more than provide information. See why.

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Putting My Mind on Seeds

By Madelyn Blair | Published December 30, 2011

Don’t resolve it, just put your mind on it.

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Stop Looking for Deer

By Madelyn Blair | Published December 12, 2011

How lack of focus can help you see clearly.

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    Madelyn is known for her energy and clarity of message. She is an authority in management and leadership issues, in the use of story and narrative in organizational settings, knowledge management, organizational learning, and in the critical area of overcoming information overload. She draws from over 25 years in management and executive positions, and from her extensive work with clients such as the International Monetary Fund, and Brookings Institute... Learn More

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