While Wikipedia has been banned by some academics as a source for student essays, the University of East Anglia in the U.K. has made it compulsory for students to use the online encyclopedia for reading and writing as part of a new course. The students are graded on editing and writing articles on Middle East politics for Wikipedia.

I always tried to teach my kids self discipline. Whether it was about television time, doing their homework or sticking to their commitments I considered myself a good role model. But I must admit I am finding it quite difficult sticking to my diet lately, where did my self discipline go?

I decided that I must make it work so I signed up for a calorie counting service. Using myfitnesspal.com’s free calorie counter I find it easier to discipline myself and limit my intake. This way I figure it is still my own self discipline getting me the strength to overcome my appetite but using the calorie counter makes things clearer and I can really evaluate how I’m doing.