Psychology is one of my favorite subjects. I love the idea of learning about human behavior and understanding the underlying motivation behind people's actions. It is like having access to their secrets without them knowing. I find on occasion people are in denial, having a blind spot, and they themselves not knowing their true desires, … Continue reading Education: Psychology of Teaching and Learning – Day 1
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Education: My Journey, Post Graduate Diploma in Education
Monday, September 1, I started my 18 month journey into the world of Education and Training. Monday evening found me walking the corridors of the VTDI, off Gordon Town Road, searching for my Principles of Teaching class. After a six year break, I was back to doing what my brains were born to do...Learn. It … Continue reading Education: My Journey, Post Graduate Diploma in Education
UN Committee on the Rights of the Child Publishes List of Issues for Jamaica
Much of the child-protection framework in Jamaica exists as a result of the country’s obligations under the Convention on the Rights of the Child. The Convention enshrines the fundamental rights of all children globally and establishes the responsibility of States in safeguarding those rights. Despite ratifying the Convention in 1991, the protection of child rights … Continue reading UN Committee on the Rights of the Child Publishes List of Issues for Jamaica
The Taino Indians, Native Americans of the Caribbean
The Taino Indians: Native Americans of the Caribbean “Who are the Tainos? The U.S. Government says they are extinct, but they are not. Most likely you might know them as Latinos, a Spanish speaking person of Latin American (the Spanish speaking part of the Americas, south of the U.S.) descent. Not all, but many modern … Continue reading The Taino Indians, Native Americans of the Caribbean
Jamaican Poetry: Who is Professor Mervyn Morris? Poet Laureate of Jamaica
His name may not cut a dash with the dancehall crowd, but on the local arts scene, poet/author Mervyn Morris enjoys as much adulation as deejays Beenie Man or Bounty Killer. Without the bling and controversy, of course. Morris, 72, was recently awarded the Order of Merit for 'distinguished contribution to the field of West … Continue reading Jamaican Poetry: Who is Professor Mervyn Morris? Poet Laureate of Jamaica
Professor Mervyn Morris named first Poet Laureate in 60 years
Professor Emeritus Mervyn Morris has been named Jamaica's first Poet Laureate in 60 years. Morris, an eminent poet was named by the Tourism Minister, Dr Wykeham McNeill this morning. The title of Poet Laureate is a national honor that recognizes a distinguished Jamaican poet for his/her significant contribution to the literary community. It is expected … Continue reading Professor Mervyn Morris named first Poet Laureate in 60 years
“They Are Still Our Slaves’ A White Man’s Perspective On Black People
AFRICANGLOBE – For those of you who heard of it, this is an article Dee Lee was reading on a New York radio station. For those of you who didn’t hear it, this is very deep. This is a heavy piece and a Caucasian wrote it. “They Are Still Our Slaves” We can continue to … Continue reading “They Are Still Our Slaves’ A White Man’s Perspective On Black People
Jamaican Lifestyle: One Love – A Jamaican Story of the life and sacrifices of Jamaica’s Farm workers to Canada – Part 3
Article first posted on Live Beyond Yourself: I have shared a bit of the history of how our church reached out to the Caribbean farm workers in our community, and how that led to my recent visit to Jamaica (http://timarnold1.wordpress.com/2014/02/16/one-love-a-jamaica-story-part-one-of-two/). I also tried to explain the highlights of my Jamaican adventure – the awesome country … Continue reading Jamaican Lifestyle: One Love – A Jamaican Story of the life and sacrifices of Jamaica’s Farm workers to Canada – Part 3
Jamaican Lifestyle: One Love – A Jamaican Story of the life and sacrifices of Jamaica’s Farm workers to Canada – Part 2
Reblogged from Live Beyond Yourself: As last year’s agricultural season came to an end and I had to say goodbye to my migrant worker friends who were returning home to Jamaica, it became clear that I needed to visit them. There was an element to our friendships that seemed uneven – they’d gotten to know … Continue reading Jamaican Lifestyle: One Love – A Jamaican Story of the life and sacrifices of Jamaica’s Farm workers to Canada – Part 2
Jamaican Lifestyle: One Love – A Jamaican Story of the life and sacrifices of Jamaica’s Farm workers to Canada – Part 1
Article first posted on Live Beyond Yourself: I’m sitting on a plane, flying over Cuba, on my way back to Canada. My week in Jamaica has exceeded any expectations I could have had. I am so full. I think if I had to sum up what I’m feeling, it would be best described by a … Continue reading Jamaican Lifestyle: One Love – A Jamaican Story of the life and sacrifices of Jamaica’s Farm workers to Canada – Part 1
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