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Social Media in Education

A Principal's Reflections

The other day Bill Ferriter told me that he was working on an article for ASCD and asked if I would answer a few questions. My answers to Bill''s questions provide a snapshot of my social media in education journey. What made you interested in using social media to reach out to your school community?

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Are You a Critical Consumer?

A Principal's Reflections

The exponential evolution if the Internet and social media tools have allowed for the quick sharing of knowledge, ideas, images, videos, and opinions. As we explored moving towards Bring Your Own Device ( BYOD ) in 2010, I was able to glean powerful insights and evidence of efficacy from the Forsyth County School District in Georgia.

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3 things to consider when designing digital learning experiences

eSchool News

Whether it’s a slidedeck, website, or series of social media graphics, be consistent in your designs. Editor’s note : This story on digital learning originally appeared on CoSN’s blog and is reposted here with permission. Be consistent. References de Jong, T.

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Free computer training resources and courses

Educational Technology Guy

The Office 2010 course is great and I am sharing it with our users to help them transition from Office 2003 to Office 2010 because of the different menu system. The computer courses page has 19 courses including Computer Basics, Email, Internet, Social Media, Google Apps, iPads, and much more.

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ChatGPT, Am I Who You Say I Am?

My Island View

I have had my own blog site, My Island View , since January 15, 2010, so I have amassed a great number of posts on many aspects of education. He has written numerous articles exploring ways to increase teacher engagement and collaboration and encouraging the use of digital technologies in the classroom.

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What Problems Has Edtech Solved, and What New Ones Did It Create?

Edsurge

Hyper-stimulating media pervades their worlds, social media culture makes them feel inadequate, and existential pressures of economic, community and environmental decline hover over their futures. Computing devices and 1:1 programs are far more prevalent now than in 2010. Students are stressed out. Open digital badges.

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The Importance of Building Connections

A Principal's Reflections

The news video aired on the evening of Friday March, 25 2010 and a corresponding article was published as well. Social media outlets like Twitter have enabled me to reach not only my community, but stakeholders in education around the country, state, and world. Department of Education.