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MasterMind Educator Groups: Build Safe Spaces for Innovation

The CoolCatTeacher

Mastermind groups are innovative ways to create safe spaces for teachers to grow and learn together. In this show, 2012 National Teacher of the Year Rebecca Mieliwocki shares how she has facilitated Mastermind groups successfully. So, go to advancementcourses.com/coolcat to learn more and use the coupon code COOL20.

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Understanding Teacher Engagement in Blended Learning Environments

Catlin Tucker

2007; Klassen, Perry & Frenzel, 2012; McIlveen & Perera, 2016; Perera, Granziera, et al., At the start of a keynote on reigniting teacher engagement, I asked a group of educators to tell me what words came to mind when they heard the phrase “teacher engagement.”

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The Why, How, and What of Blended Learning

Catlin Tucker

The events of the last nine months have launched the phrase “blended learning” into the mainstream. I worry that instead of articulating the value of a powerful blend of online and offline learning, teachers are receiving the message that they “must” adopt blended learning to meet the demands of the moment.

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The Role of Place in Personalization

A Principal's Reflections

The physical and virtual environments where learning takes place play a pivotal role in shaping the effectiveness and depth of personalized learning strategies. It is not merely a backdrop but an active participant in the learning journey. The influence of virtual learning environments cannot be ignored either.

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Creating Learning Centers in a Blended Literacy Classroom

The Web20Classroom

Technology has not only provided text access at students’ differing instructional levels, but has streamlined formative assessment, and has given back precious time to teachers to work with small groups and individuals. The mini-lesson is whole group instruction. It is a time for students to take ownership in their own learning.

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The Pivotal Role Movement Plays in Learning

A Principal's Reflections

“ More blood means more energy and oxygen, which makes our brain perform better.” – Justin Rhodes Spending time in schools as a leadership and learning coach has been some of the most gratifying work I have done. Recently I was conducting learning walks in Edward K. 2012; Erwin, Fedewa, & Ahn, 2013; Browning et al.,

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Rebuilding a School Community with Maker Learning

Digital Promise

In July 2018, Digital Promise launched a new Maker Learning Leadership Cohort dedicated to professional learning, peer connections, and school transformation in the Pittsburgh region. In 2012, students in Grades 7-8 followed suit. professional learning and new learning experiences. Responsible Fiscal Stewardship.