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A Process for Implementing Student Digital Projects

Teacher Reboot Camp

Due to social media and the Internet all digital projects have a purpose and audience and usually some kind of message. so that students do more than Google the topic or look at Wikipedia. Then students create the digital product. This criteria is also included in the rubric used to evaluate the creations.

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Roadmap to a Job-Embedded Growth Model

A Principal's Reflections

As social media embracement was not even a blip on the radar at this time, these teacher leaders were quite skeptical about the alleged benefits I described. My inspiration came in the form of the Google 80/20 Innovation Model. During this conversation I was passionately sharing my experiences as a connected learner.

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A Process for Implementing Student Digital Projects

Teacher Reboot Camp

Due to social media and the Internet all digital projects have a purpose and audience and usually some kind of message. so that students do more than Google the topic or look at Wikipedia. Then students design their first version of the digital product. Assigning the Project/ Mission. First Draft/Prototype.

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2014 Was One Wild Ride

A Principal's Reflections

Image credit: [link] The one thing I have learned though since I began my social media journey almost six years ago is that we no longer follow a predetermined path. Social media really did open up a door to a whole new world that I never knew existed. You might very well see a link to social media as I have.

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Change is a Mindset

A Principal's Reflections

Here is a short list of some of the changes that have been implemented and sustained: Social media use as a communications, public relations, branding, professional growth, and student learning tool implemented in 2009. Online courses through the Virtual High School implemented in 2010. Makerspace added to the library in 2013.

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StudyBlue announces annual teacher appreciation program “Thank a Teacher a Latte.”

Educational Technology Guy

With one click, a digital thank-you card is created and displayed as a keepsake. Once submitted, the esteemed educator will receive a digitalbadge of honor” they can display with pride on Pinterest and other social media outlets. Follow me on Twitter and Google+. teacher appreciation'

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Employer Credentials and Community Colleges: A Look Behind Google’s IT Support Certificate Program

Edsurge

Just look at Apple’s partnership with numerous community colleges to integrate its app development tools and frameworks into curriculum, or Facebook’s plan to teach their social media products based on topics like generating leads on social media platforms, monetizing content, and increasing online sales.