21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

AUGUST 23, 2020

I wish to share with you this article I wrote for PBLWorks (BIE/BUCK Institute) of which I am part of the National Faculty. I have traveled the country delivering PD relating to technology integration, PBL, STEM, Digital Literacy, and the 4 C’s. PBL… Blended and eLearning – Part 1: Important Questions for the New School Year.

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The Cornerstone for Teachers

JANUARY 31, 2021

Where my train metaphorically derailed and I lost sight of the destination. Here’s what I’ll share below: My struggle with depression and anxiety. Professional burnout and lack of motivation. COVID and the disillusionment of offering solutions for schools when there aren’t any good ones. My struggle with depression and anxiety.

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The Cornerstone for Teachers

MARCH 10, 2019

Some teachers find themselves perpetually chasing shiny objects: the next new, exciting trend that will transform their teaching. Students work in small groups to walk around the classroom and respond to texts, questions, or prompts that I placed in various parts of the room. Want to listen instead of read ? Shiny object syndrome.

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The Cornerstone for Teachers

AUGUST 11, 2019

This week on the Truth for Teachers podcast: Jen Bengel explains the workshop model, how to create mini-lessons, and how to get students excited about books. She spent 10 years in public schools as an elementary teacher and a literacy coach and has spent the last 7 years as a full-time curriculum developer and professional developer.

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Fractus Learning

APRIL 1, 2015

There are a LOT of great books for teachers out there. Picking just fifty is no easy feat but we’ve done our best to cover the best books for teachers from five different angles. Best Books for Teachers 1-10. Now all of these are exceptional reads. They are in no particular order. Inspiration. Leadership. Learning Culture.

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