4.+Stumbling+Blocks

Stumbling Blocks for the InternationalEducationManifest may include the following:

A. Logistics of the following problems: 1.Those foundational participants who don't know how to use current technology such as skype, wiki's, etc. --get them on board so that all can use the technology 2.Dealing with the tension of being "risky" and "unconventional" or "tricky" vs. Innovation /Being uncomfortable with approaching the next practice 3. Finding teachers and foundational participants who really enjoy doing what they do every day! Teaching! 4. Getting the word out without destroying the mission, vision and without anyone else "take over" the mission 5. Media Relations basics: it is easy to get 20% on board
 * 20% are already on board
 * 60% are the ones who need to see the difference, to convince to believe what you are saying or proposing

6. Questions to ask all teachers" 7.Take the chance!!!
 * What are the kids learning?
 * How do you (as a teacher ) know?
 * What do you do for those who aren't learning?
 * Is it Integration or Disintegration?
 * Competition or Bureaucracy?
 * Leadership or Marginalization?