On homework: There have been some experiments in the US (and probably elsewhere) with flipping the usual arrangement; Students watch lectures at home, on line, or DVD, or whatever, and then do proble… (View Post)

I thought spelling it "wierd" was deliberate, and a nice touch. (View Post)

While you are arguing over comparative national economies, it strikes me that "per family", or even "per household", is, in many ways, a better measure of well being than "pe… (View Post)

NickPalmer said: " Outside the jobs, I've not really developed any major cultural interests. Do I start taking up walking, theatre, music when I'm 80?" Cross country skiing in the… (View Post)

Work and happiness: There are two well-known companies in this area which do not routinely have help-wanted signs. even after months of a shortage of workers here; Chick-fil-A and Trader Joe's. … (View Post)