A Principal's Reflections

MAY 22, 2022

I shared the following back in 2014: Let’s face the perceived fact that there will never be enough time to get everything done in any of our days. While this is a legitimate challenge, we all know full well that it will materialize at some point. Or is there? Regardless of your respective role in education, time will always be your enemy.

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Edsurge

JUNE 26, 2017

Why does personalized learning, ironically, feel so impersonal? Personalized learning, in its broadest application, suggests tailoring instruction to meet the needs, strengths and interests of each learner. One of the more measured posts reads: There is NOTHING “personal” about personalized learning!

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Edsurge

APRIL 26, 2018

In July of 2015, the district paid more than $400,000 for alignment, strategy and professional services from Education Elements, a for-profit personalized learning consultant, according to receipts obtained by EdSurge from the district. million to the firm for personalized-learning consulting services.

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The Hechinger Report

NOVEMBER 7, 2017

Three different paths to the same general goal — personalized learning. Personalized learning” is defined differently by many of the schools and districts that employ the model, but in general, it refers to a style of teaching and learning that prioritizes student wants and needs. Three different time zones.

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The Hechinger Report

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

” It was an experiment in so-called “personalized learning,” where algorithms churned out customized lessons for each student. The study highlights an ongoing conflict between personalized learning and the required annual tests that schools to give students. “Math is cumulative,” he said.

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edWeb.net

MAY 23, 2019

When schools talk about personalized learning, one of the first things they need to do is consider these jagged profiles. Context: The context of a student’s home and learning environment matter too. The post The Importance of Jaggedness in Personalized Learning appeared first on edWeb. Join the Community.

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Edsurge

MARCH 28, 2017

Change has proven rewarding at CICS West Belden , a high-performing K-8 charter school in Chicago, which recently shifted to a personalized learning model. For CICS West Belden, the “next level” was shifting to a personalized learning model, moving students towards competency-based education.

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edWeb.net

JANUARY 26, 2017

In fact, a conservative 30-40% of students may require an alternate learning path or support during their learning. Personalized learning comes into play with such a high level of learner diversity. Research and technology are key to improving personalized learning. WATCH THE WEBINAR RECORDING.

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Reading By Example

OCTOBER 20, 2016

One approach that may offer that reasonable next step in embedding personalized learning into practice is blended learning. It combines online and face-to-face learning “that uses a variety of tools – digital, artistic, problem-solving, etc. These elements can ensure students meet their potential. References.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 8, 2020

Joe started the #1minwalk2work Leadership Challenge and co-authored The Power of Branding-Telling Your School’s Story, Principal Professional Development: Leading Learning in a Digital Age and Hacking Leadership: 10 Ways Great Leaders Inspire Learning That Teachers, Students and Parents Love.

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The Innovative Educator

DECEMBER 25, 2013

What a nice gift this holiday season to find that Common Sense Media''s Graphite blog listed this The Innovative Educator as one of the 11 to follow in 2014. This blog was in great company with several members of my personal learning network being named as well. Here is the rest of the list: 1. Steven Anderson @web20classroom 2.

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Marketplace K-12

AUGUST 10, 2016

Personalized learning pioneer Summit Public Schools is expanding its network to include 100 new schools, CEO Dianne Tavenner announced via a Facebook post today. Further background on Summit, its approach to personalized learning, and its work with Facebook is below. Cross-posted from the Digital Education blog.

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A Principal's Reflections

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

Brain research validates how critical curiosity can be when it comes to learning. Here is an excerpt from a 2014 article in Scientific American by Daisy Yuhas: “Researchers asked 19 participants to review more than 100 questions, rating each in terms of how curious they were about the answer.

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Reading By Example

OCTOBER 20, 2016

One approach that may offer that reasonable next step in embedding personalized learning into practice is blended learning. It combines online and face-to-face learning “that uses a variety of tools – digital, artistic, problem-solving, etc. These elements can ensure students meet their potential. References.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 13, 2015

students attend blended classes on campus and take online courses from home, and district educators say a personalized learning solution has had a positive impact in a number of academic areas. The number of high school students being held back a grade dropped in the 2014-15 school year by nearly two-thirds—from 19 down to 7.

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The Hechinger Report

OCTOBER 19, 2016

Students work on individual projects in the blended-learning classroom of Jessica Anderson, in Deer Lodge, Montana. A student-centered personalized-learning model known as competency education has gained traction over the past five years as states have developed policies to promote its adoption in both elementary and secondary schools.

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Technology Tidbits

NOVEMBER 21, 2014

However, that''s not to say that there isn''t a good amount of websites and Learning Management Systems showing up as well. Otus - A fantastic and easy to use 1:1 learning solution for mobile classrooms (i.e Finally, any site/app that was in a previous years list will not be in this one. iPads/Chromebooks).

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TeachThought - Learn better.

MARCH 27, 2015

The Changing Role Of The Teacher In Personalized Learning Environment. Today’s students are studying and learning differently – a change confirmed by the widespread adoption of digital studying. Adaptive learning platforms provide instruction that is specific to individual students’ needs in a cost-effective manner.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 20, 2018

The agency launched the Room 21C initiative to create a learning environment designed to promote collaborative and personalized learning through the use of technology. Room 21C, which debuted in 2014, provides areas for collaboration, creativity, communication and contemplation. Make Use of Design Principles.

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 31, 2014

The problem is that the majority of educators in 2014 still feel this way. From here I began to lurk and learn, which resulted in no longer being a disconnected nomad. The ability to learn about anything at anytime, anywhere, and with anyone has not only been liberating, but continues to be exhilarating to this day.

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techlearning

MAY 7, 2018

BOSTON (May 7, 2018)– Educational technology that adapts to meet the personal needs of individual students is in big demand in the pre-K-12 learning environment, with reading being a discipline where one technology-based adaptive literacy tool is driving better outcomes and learning experiences.

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Adam Watson Edtech Elixirs

AUGUST 16, 2022

In July of 2014, I stepped out of my high school classroom at Oldham County and into a newly created district position that was both exciting and terrifying. Over the years, the position and responsibilities changed (as did the title to Digital Learning Coordinator!), and my educational journey at Shelby has taken me far and wide.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 9, 2014

The teachers are very new to web tools, developing Personal Learning Networks (PLNs) and are currently teaching full time. Pablo Beltrán (@pbeltranp) December 9, 2014. A year ago, I created a technology course on Moodle for Spanish teachers as part of the Ministry of Education of Spain.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 26, 2015

The addition of the new writing tool further enhances the myON Literacy Toolkit, introduced in 2014, which includes a suite of close/active reading tools. All schools and district currently using myON will gain access to these new tools at no cost.

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The Hechinger Report

OCTOBER 16, 2023

The state’s K-12 Math Personalized Learning Software grant program , created in 2013, requires ed tech companies to train teachers like Pitts on their products and obligates the businesses to credit the state if the licenses are never used. School districts will have to make choices.” But at first, few teachers took note.

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 15, 2014

This post is my contribution to Leadership Day 2014. The more I learned in digital spaces the more I began to take risks to improve the culture at NMHS. My Personal Learning Network (PLN) became, and still is, my most valued professional resource. Legacy is such a deep and meaningful word in my opinion.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

JANUARY 4, 2024

Educational software, ranging from language learning apps like Duolingo to math problem-solving platforms like Khan Academy, provides personalized learning experiences. These technologies not only make learning more engaging but also prepare students for a digitally driven world. Goals for Global Education. Jossey-Brass.

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Educator Innovator

NOVEMBER 17, 2014

This project centers around the creation of a learning studio in Eastern Heights, an elementary school geared toward a school-wide focus on personalized learning. Marc Patton, Kent Sall, Billy Chan. Pop-Up and Make. Greenville, NC. William Banks, Stephanie West-Puckett, Michael Flinchbaugh, Monica Jacobs.

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Digital Promise

APRIL 30, 2018

Since 2014, Digital Promise has been building an innovative ecosystem of micro-credentials in partnership with educators, professional development organizations, states, and school districts. Digital Promise will continue to advocate for personalized learning for educators through micro-credentials. Check it out today !

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A Principal's Reflections

MAY 20, 2018

A great deal has changed since Digital Leadership was published in 2014. What I have described above only accounts for a small subset of the changes we have seen since 2014. From a growth perspective, the Personal Learning Network ( PLN ) concept has dramatically impacted countless educators across the globe.

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A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 8, 2013

It is set to be published by Corwin Press on January 14, 2014. A connected learning model is empowering and ultimately creates a human-generated search engine for the most practical ideas and strategies being implemented in schools today. Now more than ever leaders need to take control of their learning.

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The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

You are a person who would like learn on a flexible schedule. You have a personal learning plan. Personalized. ” Learning Policy Institute : 8. You need PD applicable to your classroom. You want effective professional development to improve your job performance. And in my book, that's an A+.

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Digital Promise

OCTOBER 25, 2017

This hands-on, authentic process re-establishes learners as active contributors of their learning environment by providing true agency through the connection of interest with impact. With very little first-hand experience with personalized learning, many teachers and education administrators have difficulty fathoming its power.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 10, 2014

Holiday Apps for Creating Gifts & Learning 2014 from Shelly Sanchez Terrell. Students can create personalized learning games for peers or family members. Keep scrolling to discover my bookmarks with free apps, tools, and ideas. Host a Google HangOut or Skype Session. Have an author read a holiday story. Create a Game.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 3, 2016

McGraw-Hill Education has acquired Redbird Advanced Learning , a digital personalized learning company that offers courses in K-12 math, language arts, and writing and virtual professional development programs for educators. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 9, 2014

The teachers are very new to web tools, developing Personal Learning Networks (PLNs) and are currently teaching full time. Pablo Beltrán (@pbeltranp) December 9, 2014. A year ago, I created a technology course on Moodle for Spanish teachers as part of the Ministry of Education of Spain.

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ePortfolio Moodle Digital Badges Personal Learning Network 265

Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 10, 2014

Holiday Apps for Creating Gifts & Learning 2014 from Shelly Sanchez Terrell. Students can create personalized learning games for peers or family members. Keep scrolling to discover my bookmarks with free apps, tools, and ideas. Host a Google HangOut or Skype Session. Have an author read a holiday story. Create a Game.

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