From the Web Holistic Learning for Math – Cal Newport has an excellent article about how to do well in technical courses like math or physics.  He focuses on developing what he calls “insightful studying”, however I think his approach fits nicely with holistic learning.  Cal’s emphasis isn’t on memorization, but on breaking down all […]

From the Web A Brief Guide to World Domination – One of my favorite blogs is Chris Guillebeau’s The Art of Nonconformity.  Here is his free manifesto for starting empire (or just living an original life).  Like his blog, it’s a well-written attack on mediocrity and the pitfalls of thinking with the masses. Dr. Rob […]