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The Professional Learning Sweet Spot

A Principal's Reflections

In March of 2009, I began to use Twitter, and it was at this time that I began to create a Personal Learning Network (PLN). It is crucial always to align any professional learning with current trends and needs. I think the same can be said when it comes to the learners we serve.

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How Educators are Using the Exclusive Social Media App Clubhouse

Edsurge

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. Like most social media-friendly people, I figured I should grab a username (I’m @classtechtips on CH) that matched my Twitter and Instagram profiles while I waited.

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5 Ways to Participate in #ISTE17 even if you’re not there #notatiste17

The CoolCatTeacher

A conversation with Peggy George in episode 105 of the 10-Minute Teacher From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. I will be leading a panel discussion on the 5 teacher trends changing education. The #notatiste17 hashtag on Twitter. Twitter handle: @pgeorge. in room 225 A and B.

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10 Years and 200 Episodes … What Have I Learned as an Instructional Coach?

TeacherCast

I was just reaching out to random strangers on Twitter to introduce myself and they gave me a chance. In the early part of 2012, I attended my first edCamp in Philadelphia. Once the trend goes away so could your brand. Thank you for many many ISTE, edCamp, and NJEA presentations. Step 8: Be Thankful.

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10 Years and 200 Episodes … What Have I Learned as an Instructional Coach?

TeacherCast

I was just reaching out to random strangers on Twitter to introduce myself and they gave me a chance. In the early part of 2012, I attended my first edCamp in Philadelphia. Once the trend goes away so could your brand. Thank you for many many ISTE, edCamp, and NJEA presentations. Seriously … THANK YOU.

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Rethinking Professional Development So It Actually Improves Teaching

The CoolCatTeacher

Jarod Bormann on episode 269 of the 10-Minute Teacher Podcast From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. I’ve talked to some administrators who say, “Hey, we did an EdCamp last month, and the teachers loved it. Twitter: @jbormann3. They love that autonomy.”. And I say, “Excellent!

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The Takeaways – #ISTE2016 Day One

ignitionEDU

attend the EdCamp organizers meet-up where, again, I was able to see my digital PLN come to live before my eyes. That soon led to a conversation with some who recognized me from Twitter. Day Two is half over and the trend continues (another blog post will share my takeaways after the day is done). Are you sensing a theme here?).

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