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Continuously Curious



From Pieces to Possibilities: A Discovery Journey in Project-Based Blended Learning
This is a reflection of the innovation plan and process implemented as part of degree fulfillment at Lamar University.
Katie Beauchene
Apr 18, 20248 min read


Schank's Framework + Seesaw = Empowering Learning Through Play
I will admit that prior to reading through one of my last assignments for my class that I had never heard of Roger Schank, a former...
Katie Beauchene
Feb 26, 20243 min read
While Writing a Rough Draft Version #1...
This journey of learning has been so deeply fulfilling and exciting. At the same time it has also been full of overwhelmly new...
Katie Beauchene
Feb 10, 20242 min read


Recognizing the Misperceptions:
A Reflection on the Preface and chapters 1-3 in Action Research: Improving Schools and Empowering Educators My broad, innovative plan...
Katie Beauchene
Jan 27, 20242 min read
Brain Exercise Regimen
Do you feel like your brain muscles are lacking? Wondering what type of fitness program to put together for your brain muscles? Consider...
Katie Beauchene
Jan 21, 20242 min read


Contributions to My Learning: Creating Significant Learning Environments & Professional Learning
Reflections on Cultivating Learning Excellence As I continue on the transformative journey through graduate school, this time spent...
Katie Beauchene
Dec 6, 20238 min read


Comfortably Uncomfortable
I first learned the phrase "lean into discomfort" while reading Brene Brown's book, Atlas of the Heart (2021). (Great book! Highly...
Katie Beauchene
Nov 5, 20234 min read


Thinking About: Learning Revolution
Sir Ken Robinson: Bring on the learning revolution! https://youtu.be/r9LelXa3U_I Daniel Pink's Drive: The surprising truth about what...
Katie Beauchene
Oct 23, 20233 min read


A New Culture Of Learning: Initial Thoughts
It seems that our educational system is persistent in remaining the same versus adapting and moving forward with current research and...
Katie Beauchene
Oct 16, 20233 min read


It's Cool to Be Connected
We are in a really cool place and time to network. I feel like it’s impossible not to be connected to some type of network, especially...
Katie Beauchene
Sep 16, 20232 min read


What is School For?
I think we all agree that our public school system needs some changes. Unfortunately, this is not a new dilemma, but rather one that has...
Katie Beauchene
Sep 3, 20231 min read


COVA Model and Me
Image Source: https://www.harapnuik.org/?page_id=7012 The COVA model is an ideal approach that I am happy to participate in. I feel like...
Katie Beauchene
Sep 1, 20233 min read


Why?
(Note: We were asked to do some learning about organizational change and how it relates to our Innovation Project in our Applied Digital...
Katie Beauchene
Aug 20, 20233 min read


Ownership of Learning
Let me begin with a little backstory, our littlest Beauchene is an amazing human being. He pays attention to detail, just "knows"...
Katie Beauchene
Jun 20, 20233 min read


Why an ePortfolio?
I was preparing for our community garage sale and going through some boxes, and stumbled upon my previous portfolios. One from college...
Katie Beauchene
Jun 8, 20232 min read


ePortfolio: Getting Started
After reading one of many linked resources in my class "What if we gave students time to learn..." and then the "why" behind the...
Katie Beauchene
Jun 8, 20231 min read


Disruptive Innovations to Improve Schools
Disruptive innovation in the field of technology in education is more crucial now than ever before. With our technologies advancing...
Katie Beauchene
Jun 1, 20232 min read


Why Applied Digital Learning?
I am SO excited to be starting a Master's of Ed. program through Lamar University. Every time I share this news with someone, they just...
Katie Beauchene
May 31, 20232 min read
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