A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 29, 2017

Note: This post is directly related to my work at the International Center for Leadership in Education Efficacy has been on my mind a great deal as of late, and as a result, it has been reflected in my writing. Additional data is collected and archived in the PLP during classroom observations.

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Fractus Learning

MARCH 24, 2015

The school’s IT set up is all that anyone could ask for; 1:1 iPads in Years 8-10, a BYOD program in senior classes and three well equipped computer labs. Perhaps I could become “iPad Man” or maybe even his sidekick “Learning Boy” ( BYOD: Bring Your Own Disguise.) BYOD: Bring Your Only Dentist! )

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The 21st Century Principal

AUGUST 11, 2012

To paraphrase Marc Prensky from his collection of essays From Digital Natives to Digital Wisdom: Hopeful Essays for 21st Century Learning : “The easiest, executable solution to our education problems today “is to change what goes on in our classrooms.” Connecting means learning about what they are passionate about.

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edWeb.net

MAY 19, 2022

It’s one of the key ways they’re communicating with each other and consuming information outside school, so why wouldn’t schools want to use it in the classroom? While many schools have 1:1 programs, there are also the BYOD schools. This means that the teacher can help the student even when they’re not in the classroom.

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edWeb.net

AUGUST 18, 2022

Remote learning. There are many elements from the past two years that educators are happy to leave behind. But there are also some innovations and opportunities, like virtual professional learning, that they don’t want to forget. ClassLink is ideal for 1 to1 and BYOD initiatives. Mask mandates. Join the Community.

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Baker's B.Y.O.D.

DECEMBER 2, 2012

On December 1st, 2012, educators from NJ and surrounding areas congregated at Linwood Middle School in North Brunswick for EdcampNJ''s free day of professional development. I use a mix of devices with some days in the class being BYOD and others using the school''s computers and netbooks (as available).

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edWeb.net

JANUARY 6, 2022

In a recent edLeader Panel, “ Strategies to Support Mental Wellbeing: How to Create SafER Spaces for Disadvantaged Youth ,” athletes turned educators shared strategies for developing vulnerable students’ wellbeing. Educators play a crucial role in propelling students’ social-emotional strengths. Everyday Tools.

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 10, 2021

This allows schools to set up learning opportunities for all of their constituents. And because the lessons are online, students can access their lessons outside of the classroom, giving them flexibility in how they choose to learn. In addition, SEL tools and curricula are readily available through online platforms.

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A Principal's Reflections

JULY 19, 2015

The end result has been a massive influx in tools, but a clear lack in vision and planning as to how these powerful tools can, and will, actually impact learning. In some cases the technology resides unused in classrooms and schools due to the cart before the horse approach. There is nothing transformational about this.

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edWeb.net

JUNE 16, 2023

Providing students WiFi access in every classroom and outside common areas to expand the classroom setting. Installing classroom charging cabinets to secure the devices and keep them charged. A public-facing website showcases what is taught in the classroom and available programs.

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edWeb.net

JUNE 8, 2022

In the edLeader Panel, “ Practicing Resilience with Trauma-Informed Practices for Adults and Students ,” educators highlighted trauma-responsive practices that, when implemented schoolwide, can bolster student resilience and their ability to navigate complexity. A student sleeping, their head on the desk in the classroom?

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 1, 2015

To increase access give some thought to a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) initiative if there is not enough funding to go 1:1. Ensure ongoing professional development – I cannot overstate the importance of this suggestion enough. Professional development should be ongoing and embedded throughout the school year.

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edWeb.net

APRIL 19, 2022

” He shared the actions he takes to maintain his social-emotional health, forge ahead, and overcome obstacles—strategies he promotes among students and teachers as a Classroom Champions mentor. ClassLink empowers your students and teachers with instant access to their learning resources. When Things Get Rough: What to Do?

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TeachThought - Learn better.

MAY 2, 2015

60 Smarter Ways To Use Google Classroom. Google Classroom is quietly becoming the most powerful tool in education technology. It may lack the visual appeal of iPads, or the student credibility of a BYOD program. As such, it scratches the itch for many teachers in many classrooms right here, right now.

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edWeb.net

MAY 19, 2020

Already, many teachers don’t have the skills to integrate tech into the classroom—even the young ones. While they may be proficient in using edtech, they don’t know how to create comprehensive lessons to use it in the classroom. Department of Education Secretary in October 2016. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING.

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edWeb.net

MARCH 21, 2022

The data should also be readily available for analysis, both for classroom instruction and district resource allocation, while being kept secure from inappropriate access. Super-Connected is a free professional learning community on edWeb.net for school superintendents, district leadership, and aspiring district leaders.

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Baker's B.Y.O.D.

AUGUST 15, 2013

Megan is the guest moderator on the Canadian Ed Chat (#cdnedchat) on Twitter who enjoys expanding her PLN and learning about new tech tools to improve her teaching and class experience. On Tuesday, I participated in a virtual conference - a professional learning opportunity - called #Edmodocon.

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techlearning

APRIL 25, 2018

Bartholomew Consolidated School Corporation in Indiana offers BYOD as an option to accompany 1:1. Empowering and supporting teachers also mean having plans for ongoing professional learning experiences that focus on teaching practices rather than the technology itself. WHERE DOES BYOD FIT INTO YOUR PROGRAM?

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

Educating all constituents, not just about the process, but also why it’s important, is essential. All of the presenters said that due to the growing sophistication of attacks, they include cybersecurity training as part of professional learning. They educate staff about the types of attacks as well as what to do.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

Everyone has been to school and has their own image of what a classroom should look like. And depending on their background and experience, not everyone is supportive of tech-infused learning. Yet, 1:1 classrooms, BYOD, and tech-supported education are today’s reality. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING. Benigni, Ed.D.

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Graphite Blog

DECEMBER 31, 2014

Fortunately, an increasing number of districts across the country recognize that for student success, we must allow them to learn with the tools they love. The New York City Department of Education (NYC DOE) is one of them. Are you thinking about going BYOD? Offer quality teacher professional development and resources.

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edWeb.net

AUGUST 3, 2021

Wherever the location, funding is always a challenge for educational leaders. While rural school districts face many obstacles, especially as they move education into the digital world, they have some opportunities that might differ from large, urban communities. from The University of Mississippi in educational leadership.

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edWeb.net

AUGUST 19, 2021

In the case of Santa Fe, they had to help the community understand the tech was there to enhance the teaching and learning process, not replace the student-teacher relationship. In education, the key to change is perseverance because the community is better at executing than it is at innovating. Innovation. Department of Commerce.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 20, 2018

It was nearly impossible to see and attend everything the conference had to offer, and many educators who couldn’t attend followed keynotes with the #ISTE18 hashtag (they also threw in a #NotAtISTE tag for good measure). ISTE partnered with D2L to use the BrightSpace learning management system (LMS) to power ISTE U.

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edWeb.net

APRIL 19, 2021

According to the Oxford English Dictionary, blended learning is a style of education in which students learn via electronic and online media and traditional face-to-face teaching. In Meriden Public Schools (CT), they are committed to promoting anytime, anywhere learning. By Eileen Belastock. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

During a recent edWebinar , sponsored by ClassLink and co-hosted by CoSN and AASA , the presenters discussed the policies and practices that also keep data safe in a digital education environment. Linnette is a recognized expert in the youth and education sectors and speaks nationally on data privacy matters. Join the Community.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 15, 2016

Department of Education’s Office of Education Technology, librarians are at the forefront of helping schools become future ready. However, too often librarians are left out of the planning process for infrastructure and devices, professional learning for teachers, and digital content strategies—areas where they often have expertise.

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edWeb.net

MAY 21, 2021

The 2021 Driving K-12 Innovation report released by CoSN selected the most critical Hurdles (challenges), Accelerators (mega-trends), and Tech Enablers (tools) that school districts are facing with personalized learning, innovation, and digital equity. Dr. Donna Wright has served nearly 40 years as a career educator. Dr. Donna Wright.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

SEPTEMBER 30, 2013

How to get to the ultimate goal of connected education: collaboration to move the field forward. What are the latest innovations in these two education pillars, what are their overlaps and reinforcements, and what do these fields have to offer each other? Personalized Learning, October 2, 7:00-8:30 PM ET.

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EdTechTeam

MAY 20, 2020

As educators, we thrive when we are around fellow passionate educators and leaders. Had she not taken a risk on me, a non-certified person with a passion to become an educator, I wouldn’t be where I am today. Currently, Natasha is a Digital Learning Specialist for Atlanta Public Schools. Tip #3: Delegate to Your Staff!

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TeacherCast

DECEMBER 16, 2015

Jeffrey Bradbury is clearly an innovator and a mover and shaker in the educational technology world. Great information June 12, 2015 by jjbs21 from United States Great podcast with a lot of valuable tips for educators! If you want to grow as a learner and an educator, you should be plugged into Teachercast.net's channels.

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edWeb.net

APRIL 23, 2020

Every two or three years, state and federal laws regarding accessibility in education change. However, the goal is always the same: making sure that every student, at every level (classroom, building, district), has access to the resources they need to meet their learning goals. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING. Highlights.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

SEPTEMBER 26, 2013

Next Tuesday and Wednesday, October 1st and 2nd, are the kickoff days for the 2013 Connected Educator Month (CEM). If you didn''t participate last year, this US Department of Education-sponsored month-long series of events focuses on the significant ways that online collaborative learning is playing in professional development.

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edWeb.net

JUNE 25, 2021

They recommend building support structures such as teacher leaders to provide real-time coaching supports inside the classroom when the inception moment comes. He earned a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) His affinity for education has ignited a fiery passion to close the equity gap for all students. About the Presenters.

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edWeb.net

MARCH 5, 2021

Edtech is no longer a one-time purchase or a luxury item—it’s integrated across every system in school districts from the central office to classrooms to school buses. Keep bringing the conversation back to teaching and learning. Demonstrate how technology is integrated into learning every day and the impact it has on student outcomes.

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EdTechTeam

APRIL 30, 2020

When can I come and clean out my classroom? Things may be different but we are still in the business of educating our students. Natasha Rachell, a passionate educator, is an alternatively certified high school science teacher turned edtech enthusiast! When can I pick up a device? The list goes on and on. Joseph Lalonde).

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edWeb.net

OCTOBER 20, 2020

Domenech cited an estimate that as many as 14 million students still don’t have the equipment they need to receive an equitable education in areas where schools may be closed. And it is intended to make sure students have a high-quality educational experience no matter which scenario is in effect, or for how long.

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