Year: 2025
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The Anatomy of a Paragraph: It’s More Than Just a Bunch of Sentences
A paragraph is not just a random collection of sentences that have decided to hang out together. It has a purpose, a structure, and a rhythm. We need to teach this explicitly. Think of it as a mini-essay. A topic sentence to grab the reader, supporting sentences to expand on…
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The moral implications of AI decision-making in war.
In an era of unprecedented access to information, paradoxically, many feel overwhelmed, leading to a potential “knowledge deficit.” The sheer volume of data, constant notifications, and the rapid pace of news can make it difficult to discern reliable sources, process complex issues, or engage in deep, critical thinking. We might…
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The Scribe’s Toolkit: Equipping Young Writers for Battle
Writing isn’t just about imagination; it’s a craft with a set of tools. You wouldn’t send a carpenter to work without a hammer, would you? The same goes for our young writers. Alex Quigley, an expert on explicit vocabulary instruction, would tell us that words are our most valuable resource.…
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The concept of “utopian experiments gone wrong.”
“Smart cities” promise a more efficient, sustainable, and livable urban future through the integration of advanced technologies: sensors monitoring traffic and air quality, smart grids managing energy, and AI optimising public services. While the benefits in convenience and resource management are clear, these interconnected systems also raise significant concerns about…
Antony West (Author) 