Edsurge

OCTOBER 4, 2017

The do-it-yourself conference is coming to your local public broadcaster, as part of a new venture between the Edcamp Foundation and PBS Education. Between now and May, 10 local PBS affiliates will host a series of specially branded events, called PBS Edcamps, aimed at educators and caregivers of students in Pre-K through third grade.

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Educational Technology Guy

MAY 30, 2012

Edcamp is a great series of free, unconferences for educators. The Edcamp model is unique in that attendees set the agenda the morning of the conference and the sessions are not led by one person, but are rather a collaboration of both the facilitator and attendees. It is a great way to learn, share, and connect with other educators.

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Edsurge

MAY 23, 2018

Grab Your Tents: Time to Go Ed-Camping Okay, so for most of these edcamp events you probably won’t need a tent, but they are often full of multi-day events (so pack snacks). For all you technology enthusiasts in California, CUE, an association that supports educators in the use of technology, has both free and paid events this summer.

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Tech Helpful

JANUARY 21, 2018

Year five of Edcamp GigCity is in the books. Things I learned: Oops on the schedule. Being the lead for the last 3 years, I am finally learning how to delegate and trust the team. I love that about our edcamp! Often people are a bit overwhelmed by the "no presenters" and "rule of 2 feet" if it is their first edcamp.

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The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 17, 2018

Nikki Robertson, ISTE Librarians Network President Elect, shares five ways to use social media to enhance professional development and improve student learning. Nikki is a veteran educator, school librarian, Instructional Technology Facilitator and ISTE Librarians Network President Elect. Can you use Snapchat to connect with parents?

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There is no box

FEBRUARY 21, 2015

I attended two sessions in the morning, both involved great conversations around teaching and learning. The first session revolved around the very real challenges of integrating technology into classroom instruction from the perspective of two willing (but under supported by their district) teachers. Commentary edcamp'

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edWeb.net

MARCH 4, 2016

Edcamps are a great way for educators to meet with peers in their area and share great ideas. edWeb was pleased to be able to support our friends Peggy George and Deirdre Shetler with EdCamp Phoenix. Here is a great article about why this was such a wonderful learning experience. The day flew by!

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TeacherCast

JULY 18, 2022

From Episodes 1-5, I had the opportunity to be introduced to Educational Technology Giants such as Angela Maiers, Eric Sheninger , Tom Whitby, and Steven Anderson. In the early part of 2012, I attended my first edCamp in Philadelphia. There are hundreds of Educational Technology Brands in this world. They all want one thing.

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Digital Promise

MARCH 21, 2022

In this new role, effective May 2, Gupta will oversee Digital Promise’s national program team and an expanding international portfolio in partnership with leading international education and education technology organizations. and global education,” said Digital Promise President and CEO Jean-Claude Brizard.

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MindShift

MAY 5, 2017

The session on grant writing, for example, was a dud because everyone there wanted to learn how to write them and nobody knew where to start. In fact, once you start a legitimate event, the Edcamp Foundation is willing to send you materials and funding to help with the organization, such as breakfast. HOW TO DO A SMALL UNCONFERENCE.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

MAY 28, 2020

Now you need to take time for yourself and go on some learning adventures of your own! Discover more ways to design engaging distance learning experiences by taking my new accredited graduate course , Online Learning: Best Practices to Leverage the Power of Distance Learning. Escape technology, people, and worries.

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techlearning

OCTOBER 4, 2018

Student-Driven EdCamps might be an easy way in the door. New, SIMPLIFIED, Student Portfolio System ] cross posted at www.cyclesoflearning.com Ramsey Musallam teaches science and robotics at Sonoma Academy in Santa Rosa, California, with the aim of fostering inquiry-based learning environments fueled by student curiosity.

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Edsurge

JULY 3, 2018

Learning never stops, and neither do events that spark ideas and conversations around the future of teaching and learning. From local Edcamps in your backyard to glitzy conferences dotting the globe, these convenings showcase exciting changes happening in schools and classrooms (and humbling lessons learned along the way).

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Teacher Reboot Camp

MAY 28, 2020

Now you need to take time for yourself and go on some learning adventures of your own! Discover more ways to design engaging distance learning experiences by taking my new accredited graduate course , Online Learning: Best Practices to Leverage the Power of Distance Learning. ” – Robert John Meehan.

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Cycles of Learning

JULY 19, 2018

Passionate about Inquiry-Based Learning but desiring a structure and protocol to help your students ask better questions and engage more in the inquiry process? ​ Interested in developing and hosting an EdCamp at your school site? Click here to learn more about the process. Use this video as a template.

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Digital Promise

AUGUST 10, 2020

Options range from continuing home learning programs full-time, to fully reopening classrooms with or without additional public or outdoor spaces and staggered schedules, to hybrid approaches. Even if physical buildings are forced to remain closed, we must remember that schools themselves are not closed—learning must, and will, continue.

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techlearning

JULY 26, 2018

Passionate about Inquiry-Based Learning but desiring a structure and protocol to help your students ask better questions and engage more in the inquiry process? Interested in developing and hosting an EdCamp at your school site? Click here to learn more about the process. [ Click here to learn more about the process. [

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Edsurge

JULY 2, 2017

And what better way to learn, grow and challenge ourselves than at the hundreds of education-themed bacchanals that dot the world? These shows happen across the year and across the world, gathering teachers and techies alike around tools and tips that support teaching and learning. How to stay posted on the latest edtech events.

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Digital Promise

NOVEMBER 7, 2014

When Digital Promise and EdSurge considered which educator award categories to include in the 2014 Digital Innovation in Learning Awards , we wanted to highlight five areas where exemplary teachers around the world are using innovative strategies to engage and empower students. Guest co-author Mary Jo Madda is an Associate Editor at EdSurge.

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The Jose Vilson

MARCH 13, 2024

Whereas in the beginning, it felt more focused on digital learning and ed-tech, this year felt more like it was a hub for relevant education conversations. Embracing values that center empathy, compassion, and learning with courage at the center helps us all. Thus, organizers implicitly asked participants to choose their own adventure.

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Edsurge

JUNE 21, 2017

My job is to interview and survey the pioneers, investors and stakeholders who drive technological change, share their stories, and collaborate with very smart people to build and distribute tools that help everyone else get involved. I’ve served as both a journalist and participant within each movement. They don’t have time for doo-doo.

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TeacherCast

JULY 18, 2022

From Episodes 1-5, I had the opportunity to be introduced to Educational Technology Giants such as Angela Maiers, Eric Sheninger , Tom Whitby, and Steven Anderson. In the early part of 2012, I attended my first edCamp in Philadelphia. There are hundreds of Educational Technology Brands in this world. They all want one thing.

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Tech Helpful

FEBRUARY 8, 2016

After the experience it allowed the lower school curriculum coordinator and myself (lower school technology coordinator) to rethink some of our professional development days. On one day in August before the students came, and again in January of this year we set up Edcamp style PD days.

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Tom Murray

AUGUST 28, 2016

As mentioned in my previous post 16 Great NonProfits Working to Support EdTech in Schools , prior to my role as the Director of Innovation for Future Ready Schools, I spent 14 years in a public school in Pennsylvania as an elementary and middle school teacher, middle school and elementary principal, and district level technology director.

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District Administration

MARCH 16, 2017

Coaching, #EdCamps and other education models allow educators to brush up on targeted skills Jessica Terrell Hattiesburg School District designs technology training to empower teachers to take charge of their own professional development by letting them decide what they want to learn, when they want to learn it and how.

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Tech Helpful

OCTOBER 9, 2017

Below is the excerpt from the ISTE Standards for Educators that describes this standard: Empowered Professional Learner - Educators continually improve their practice by learning from and with others and exploring proven and promising practices that leverage technology to improve student learning. Has anyone asked me to do this?

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Barrow Media Center: Expect the Miraculous

JANUARY 29, 2016

This year, our library is fortunate to have a robotics loan from Birdbrain Technologies. Currently, a group of 2nd-5th graders are meeting every Friday for one hour to learn to code these robots and create projects with them. — edcamp Global (@edcampGlobal) January 23, 2016. plemmonsa @dsmacdonald @jluss https://t.co/usLMXfm1D7

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Educational Technology Guy

AUGUST 12, 2012

For those who don''t know, Edcamp is a great series of free, unconferences for educators. The Edcamp model is unique in that attendees set the agenda the morning of the conference and the sessions are not led by one person, but are rather a collaboration of both the facilitator and attendees. I highly recommend Edcamps!

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A Principal's Reflections

JULY 22, 2013

It is an opportunity to become better at what we do as well as gain knowledge on new pedagogical techniques, learning theories, leadership strategies, technologies, and federal/state mandates. They want the freedom to chart their own learning course while receiving support from the organization to do so. So where do we begin?

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Educational Technology Guy

JUNE 19, 2012

The Virtual Summer Camp for Teachers provides on-demand, anytime learning for educators. This post originally appeared on Educational Technology Guy. The 4th Annual Virtual Summer Camp for Teachers is now available. It is being hosted through Learni.st. You can register for this free webinar here: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/873801905

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Educational Technology Guy

JUNE 26, 2012

Social media provides a great resource for educators, especially Twitter, to connect, share and learn with other educators. There are new forms of in-person professional development, like Edcamps , that are also a great way for educators to learn new things. This post originally appeared on Educational Technology Guy.

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Educator Innovator

APRIL 19, 2013

Why not attend or host an Edcamp to network with colleagues locally who share your interest in teacher-driven and participatory professional development? You can find links to many Edcamps happening across the country in the Calendar section of Educator Innovator. hosted by any organization or anyone : Anyone can host an Edcamp.

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Tom Murray

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

How can schools and districts systemically create a vision of teaching and learning that’s personal, authentic, relevant, and harnesses the power of technology? FRS) , is helping thousands of schools create these types of learning experiences for kids. Personalized Professional Learning. Budget and Resources.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 31, 2018

Learn about this program, how you can join in, and how you can become a better mentor. Jennifer Gonzalez has released her 2018 Teachers Guide to Technology with over 200 education technology tools including tools for assessment, flipped learning, presentations, parent engagement, video engagement and more. Listen Now.

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Baker's B.Y.O.D.

JULY 19, 2013

For those of you not familiar with the Edcamp Foundation. About the Edcamp Foundation The Edcamp Foundation is a Delaware non-profit, which was started to promote organic, participant-driven professional development for K-12 educators worldwide. One of the staple features of an Edcamp is the “Web2.0

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

The idea of a connected educator is nothing new, but the platforms through which educators can find other educators, share ideas, and learn are growing. With the feel of an in-person conference and the energy of an Edcamp, educators are finding this audio app is a new place to connect with educators from around the world.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

AUGUST 15, 2014

You deserve to have your time valued, because you are on a grand mission to help the world learn. Go in with a set plan, show an example provided by your Personal/ Professional/ Passionate Learning Network (PLNs) and inspire your leadership to try it out for at least one meeting. It doesn’t have to be this way.

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