The Old School

Mr. Miller and Dr. Bourgeois reflect on mentors who guided them through their respective teaching careers.  Musical credit: "Thinking of Your" Steven Bourgeois (piano) and Jim Bourgeois (electric piano) From Thinking of You ©2017 All rights reserved

Dr. Bourgeois and Mr. Miller continue with the escapades, capping off their European journey. Musical credit: "La vie en rose" Steven Bourgeois From Presence (2005) ©2017 All rights reserved

Dr. Bourgeois and Mr. Miller provide playful banter as they travel through Germany, Switzerland, and Liechtenstein. Musical credit: "Blithe and Bonny" Steven Bourgeois From Presence (2005) ©2017 All rights reserved

Dr. Bourgeois and Mr. Miller reflect on previous student exchange programs, highlighting the benefits and challenges. Musical credit: "Everything Happens to Me" Steven Bourgeois (piano) and Jim Bourgeois (electric piano) From Thinking of You ©2017 All rights reserved

Mr. Miller and Dr. Bourgeois weigh the costs and benefits of Advanced Placement courses, tutoring, and test prep. Musical credit: "Exit" Steven Bourgeois From Out of the Darkness

Dr. Bourgeois and Mr. Miller make preliminary comments on how school years eventually end. Musical credit: "Thinking of Your" Steven Bourgeois (piano) and Jim Bourgeois (electric piano) From Thinking of You ©2017 All rights reserved

Dr. Bourgeois and Mr. Miller discuss methods for teaching foreign language. Musical credit: "Dancing on the Edge" Steven Bourgeois From Presence (2005) ©2017 All rights reserved

Mr. Miller and Dr. Bourgeois take a new perspective on what has been termed "the great retirement" of teachers in recent years. They examine teacher autonomy as a factor that may supersede issues relating to instructional technology and current events.  Musical credit: "It Never Entered My Mind" Steven Bourgeois (piano) and Jim Bourgeois (electric piano) From Thinking of You ©2017 All rights reser...

Mr. Miller and Dr. Bourgeois discuss perceptions the teaching profession and the status of teachers in the United States. Musical credit: "Rock Myself" Steven Bourgeois From Presence (2005) ©All rights reserved

Mr. Miller and Dr. Bourgeois enter dangerous ground, discussing the role of parents in curricular choices. Musical credit: "Track 16" Steven Bourgeois From Out of the Darkness (2004) ©All rights reserved

Dr. Bourgeois and Mr. Miller theorize on why teachers lose energy after spending 18-odd weeks in the classroom entertaining students. Reflections just prior to Christmas Break. Musical credit: "Track 7" Steven Bourgeois From Out of the Darkness (2004) ©All rights reserved

Dr. Bourgeois and Mr. Miller are joined by Mr. Wes Upton, a high school counselor, on advanced coursework, college preparation, and career pathways. Musical credit: "Track 2" Steven Bourgeois From Out of the Darkness (2004) ©All rights reserved

 Dr. Bourgeois and Mr. Miller consider the pros and cons of advanced high school coursework including Advanced Placement (AP) and dual enrollment. Musical credit: "Track 4" Steven Bourgeois From Out of the Darkness (2004) ©All rights reserved

Mr. Miller and Dr. Bourgeois take on (attack is too strong a word . . .) the idea of school holidays. Musical credit: "Track 9" Steven Bourgeois From Out of the Darkness (2004) ©All rights reserved

Dr. Bourgeois and Mr. Miller welcome Dr. Matthew Post of the University of Dallas for a continuation of their discussion on classroom discourse. Musical credit: "Track 11" Steven Bourgeois From Out of the Darkness (2004) ©All rights reserved

Musical credit: "Amadeus" Steven Bourgeois From Presence (2005) ©2017 All rights reserved

Mr. Miller and Dr. Bourgeois navigate the precarious waters of school dress codes.  Musical credit: "Thinking of Your" Steven Bourgeois (piano) and Jim Bourgeois (electric piano) From Thinking of You ©2017 All rights reserved

Dr. Bourgeois and Mr. Miller welcome Dr. Larry Nyland, former Superintendent of Seattle Public Schools, to a discussion on student voice. Musical credit: "Skylark" Steven Bourgeois (piano) and Jim Bourgeois (electric piano) From Thinking of You ©2017 All rights reserved

Mr. Miller and Dr. Bourgeois reflect on their time in the classroom on September 11, 2001.

Dr. Bourgeois and Mr. Miller reflect on the first day of a school year and all such a momentous occasion entails. Musical credit: "Good Morning Heartache" Steven Bourgeois (piano) and Jim Bourgeois (electric piano) From Thinking of You ©2017 All rights reserved

Dr. Bourgeois and Mr. Miller discuss the pros and cons of school athletics. Musical credit: "Your Presence" Steven Bourgeois From Out of the Darkness (2004) ©All rights reserved

Dr. Bourgeois and Mr. Miller discuss how teachers and parents can foster or thwart quality motivation of children. Musical credit: "Dark Places Part II" Steven Bourgeois From Presence (2005) ©All rights reserved

Musical credit: "Escapade!" Steven Bourgeois From Out of the Darkness (2004) ©All rights reserved

Dr. Bourgeois and Mr. Miller tackle the controversial issue of learning styles, identifying unintended consequences. Specifically, they address how the idea of learning styles has become embedded in teacher education programs, teacher certification exams, teacher evaluations, and textbooks. Musical credit: "Rock Myself" Steven Bourgeois From Presence ©2005 All rights reserved

Musical credit: "La vie en rose" Steven Bourgeois (piano) and Jim Bourgeois (electric piano) From Thinking of You ©2017 All rights reserved