Hi. I’m James
I am a teaching specialist.
My Services
Online Training
Consulting with other educators, I have begun using the best of available technology to expand my services. Open-source educational software and video conferencing applications are very helpful to connect with students.
International small group training
As the occasion arises, I work with like-minded educators to encourage learning and leadership development.
Mentoring
My greatest joy is working one-on-one with individuals for personal and leadership development. My approach encourages personal daily habits that focus energy to improve personal, social, and spiritual development.
I'm a perpetual learner
I do not consider myself a teacher, but a co-learner, coming alongside other learners. To stay ahead of the learning process, I am constantly reading, listening, and exploring. Currently, I am reading on educational theory, history, science fiction, and cross-cultural communication.
Small group training, in-person
I have led and participated in small group training most of my life. In recent years, I have adjusted my approach to dialogue education theory–relying upon a question/answer dialogue rather than a lecture style.
About Me
Education was important to me from my earliest recollections. I loved reading and read everything I could get my hands on. My undergraduate and graduate education focused on literature and critical thinking.
I am married, with three adult children and four grandchildren. Two of my children are educators. (I wonder how that happened?!)
I love sports and teaching children to play sports. For 15 years, I officiated soccer (football) for high school and college students. I love my local sports teams and follow a couple of professional football teams in Europe.