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Greek Alphabet Songs

Courtesy of NT Blog (here and here). I still prefer Kallias’ version, but I don’t have the expertise or talent to produce a catchy video.

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Congratulations to Joe Allison!

You have won the drawing for a free book from Smyth & Helwys Publishing! If you’ll kindly email me <darrell [at] pursiful [dot] com> with your book selection and mailing address, I’ll get your book started on its way to … Continue reading

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Reminder: Book Giveaway Entries Close Soon

If you want to get in on this year’s book giveaway, time is running out. A winner will be chosen tomorrow morning (possibly by Urim and Thummim, but more likely by picking a name out of a hat).

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Critical Thinking 101

James McGrath links to two resources for teaching (or at least raising awareness of) critical evaluation of sources. The first explains a memorable acronym; the second is a humorous case study.

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Dr. Platypus Book Giveaway 2010

It’s time once again for my annual book giveaway. The rules are very simple: leave a comment telling me you want a free book. One week from today, August 28, I’ll randomly select a winner and contact you for your … Continue reading

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It’s Okay to Feel Stupid Sometimes

Conscious incompetence can be your best friend, according to Bradley J. Moore: It can be intimidating when everyone in the room knows more than you do about something, or if you find yourself thrown into a situation where you are … Continue reading

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So…a Ph.D. Is Like a Pimple?

Matt Might explains exactly what a doctorate is.

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Carnivale Redivivus

The Biblical Studies Carnival is back from the brink of death, with Jim West taking the initiative to post an unnumbered July offering.

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Tiny, 24-room Apartment

This is amazing! I wish this guy was my friend when Connie and I moved into our first apartment right after we got married. (H/T: Evangelical Outpost)

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Seven-link Challenge

From Darren Rowse: Today I thought it might be fun to do a bit of a fun challenge together that draws on a number of things that I’ve previously taught here on ProBlogger (see below for what these teachings are). … Continue reading

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