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The Professional Learning Sweet Spot

A Principal's Reflections

For the most part, this consisted of attending mandatory district “PD” days, professional learning communities (PLC)’s or approved off-site experiences such as conferences, workshops, or webinars. I now had access to a human-generated search engine where I gleaned the best resources, ideas, supports, and advice.

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New Micro-credentials Provide Path to PBS Media Literacy Educator Certification

Digital Promise

According to NAMLE , to be literate today means to have the skills to “access, analyze, evaluate, create, and act using all forms of communication.”. Register for our informational webinar on March 19 at 3pm PDT. This badge can be shared in email footers, on professional profiles, and on social networks. How it works.

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How to Assess Digital Literacy

Ask a Tech Teacher

These could be writing resumes, preparing an online curriculum vitae, connecting digital device to local LANs and WiFis, and managing the security of their personal device and information. This includes taking online college-level classes and enriching learning through webinars. To engage in remote learning. But it goes beyond.

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How Libraries Stretch Their Capabilities to Serve Kids During a Pandemic

MindShift

And we put it on YouTube to make it as easy as possible to access.” . includes reading challenges, craft projects, and games where students can earn digital badges online. . And during tumultuous times, the need for information, access to literacy, and digital access have become even greater. .

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3 Ways Districts Can Rethink Teacher Professional Development

eSpark

If we want our teachers to also be lifelong learners , then we owe them access to professional learning that addresses their individual challenges, unique interests and strengths, and expertise. However, technology can give teachers access to more relevant professional learning opportunities that they can complete on their own time.

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3 Ways Districts Can Rethink Teacher Professional Development

eSpark

If we want our teachers to also be lifelong learners , then we owe them access to professional learning that addresses their individual challenges, unique interests and strengths, and expertise. However, technology can give teachers access to more relevant professional learning opportunities that they can complete on their own time.

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TONS of #ISTE17 Pro Tips, Resources, & Events (including #NOTATISTE)!

EdTechnocation.com

requires an ISTE login) Tips for ISTE First Timers (discussion) FREE Webinars from ISTE 2017 Presenters (requires an ISTE login) Watch the FREE edWeb Webinar recording: ISTE 2017 Game Plan by @EdTechNerd What to Expect When You're Attending.ISTE 2017 by @MsFagin Advice from an ISTE Newbie: Don't Survive.Thrive!