The Principal of Change

DECEMBER 8, 2019

Being more thoughtful of social media use. I can tell you that I have been way more thoughtful about my time on social media. For example, I do not look at any social media or email until after I workout in the morning. I also do not look at social media a couple of hours before I go to bed.

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eSchool News

JULY 8, 2016

While some might question if the social media platform can help with professional development (PD), there are others who know just how much potential rests in 140 characters. The universally-recognizable blue bird can do a lot to expand educators’ personal and/or professional learning networks (PLNs), as it turns out.

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Digital Promise

MARCH 13, 2017

The team’s primary goal was to develop a shared vision for deeper learning through innovative uses of digital technologies. In January 2016, the team collectively took a district self-assessment to gauge BWRSD’s digital learning readiness. (You can view our evolving implementation timeline here.) Upgrading Infrastructure.

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Edsurge

JULY 29, 2020

Department of Education reported that for the 2015-2016 school year, more than 7 million students —or 16 percent of all students—and 20 percent of high school students are chronically absent. Her organization recommends that attendance is taken for every in-person and virtual instructional experience.

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edWeb.net

APRIL 11, 2018

Continuous, effective professional learning can help teachers and administrators improve teaching and learning, but research shows traditional forms of professional development have become expensive and ineffective. This trend is disrupting traditional models for professional development.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 30, 2019

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. The new problem we have created is a dramatic increase in student anxiety. Students are stressed out.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 23, 2017

So, why then is personalized learning a non-negotiable? And in this particular presentation, Robinson called out two schooling programs that, in his opinion, have each championed notions of “personalized learning” without relying heavily on technology.And The Schools That Are Doing This Well.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

JUNE 23, 2016

Lisa Dabbs, Tanya Avrith, and Erin Klein will be presenting about edtech tools, social media in education, #NTChat, and connected classrooms. Free food and drinks as well as hands-on presentations. I will be presenting on engaging parents. We will also be periscoping this event. Other Free Events.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 23, 2017

Today Peggy George @pgeorge was one of the most photographed people last year at ISTE 2016, however – SHE WASN’T THERE. See 2016 Participate resources – [link]. Be sure to share what you learn; no matter how or where, give credit. Peggy is an expert on getting the most of ISTE by attending virtually.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 3, 2016

Accompanying the push for more personalized learning is an emphasis on increasing student voice and agency in classrooms. But we rarely see novel education technology or human capital innovations built to address this challenge. Christopher Emdin’s book, “ For White Folks Who Teach in the Hood.

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Pair-a-dimes for Your Thoughts

MARCH 4, 2019

Teachers combine the three elements in ways they see fit to personalize learning in their classrooms. ” “The model pulls together the best from modern learning theories and BC teachers’ advice. focus on higher-order learning. address Core Competencies. integrate Aboriginal world views and knowledge.

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Bryan Alexander

DECEMBER 29, 2015

What can we expect in 2016 from the intersection of technology and education? Unless the worm turns globally, I’d expect planet MOOC to keep growing in 2016. That should extend into 2016. The forthcoming Horizon Report thinks BYOD is one of the two major tech trends for 2016.

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Graphite Blog

JUNE 4, 2018

" As you start to plan your professional learning for the summer, take a look at this recommended reading list from the Common Sense Education team. We include books, blogs, and newsletters that cover a range of topics from social media and disinformation to Gamergate. Social Media Wellness.

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The Hechinger Report

DECEMBER 16, 2020

Related: Remote learning has been a disaster for many students. In an internal survey of program participants in the 2016-17 school year, 94 percent of teachers reported that Classroom Champions enabled them to better engage their students. But some kids have thrived.

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The Principal of Change

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

The first question is the following: How many of you in this room go onto your personal social media while you are working? I believe that many aren’t admitting to it because of who is the room, but many also would never do that during the day because they think their personal life should never infringe on their work.

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Graphite Blog

JUNE 4, 2018

" As you start to plan your professional learning for the summer, take a look at this recommended reading list from the Common Sense Education team. We include books, blogs, and newsletters that cover a range of topics from social media and disinformation to Gamergate. Social Media Wellness.

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The Principal of Change

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

” I started focusing more on my health, spent less time on social media, cut out as much negativity as possible and concentrate on people that would lift me up. January 28, 2015 School Culture and Mental Health #BellLetsTalk October 4, 2016 What’s a video worth? I started to rethink the notion of “balance.”

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EdTechTeam

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

Classroom Management in the Digital Age: Effective Practices for Technology-Rich Learning Spaces (2016) by Heather Dowd and Patrick Green Cross-posted from Learning Light Bulbs by Nate Gildart Get your own copy of Classroom Management in the Digital Age! Imagine that!

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Edsurge

AUGUST 22, 2017

Pedrotti took over as principal of Brook Avenue Elementary School in January of 2016, and Torres joined her that April. Starting with social media such as Facebook and Twitter, the two make it a priority to celebrate the accomplishments of students and teachers in their school on a daily basis. Jessica Torres.

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Shake Up Learning

JUNE 13, 2016

It’s also the best way to promote your personal and professional brand. Haven’t yet jumped on the social media bandwagon? What do your website, blog, and social media profile say about you? For instance, when you visit any of my social media profiles, you will see a consistent message.

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The Principal of Change

MAY 8, 2016

A long time friend of mine, Beth Still , had sat down in the session (although it was not necessary for her to be there as she could have easily led the session), as I shared some ideas for empowering use of social media for both teachers and students. May 6, 2016 “Play is our brain’s favourite way of learning.”

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Edsurge

MARCH 8, 2017

From personalized learning to ethical analytics, what stood out amongst the conversations? However, his LinkedIn profile shows that he left Amazon in October of 2016. But 76 percent of kids prefer to get their news from social media (especially from Facebook). Georgia State launched the chatbot in April 2016.

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Edsurge

APRIL 26, 2021

moving along and most schools resuming in-person learning, EdSurge caught up with Khan to discuss what the last year has been like for Khan Academy, what he’s learned and what he’s planning to do next. And then in 2015 or 2016, my assistant says, “Hey, this company wants to meet. With the vaccination rollout in the U.S.

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Marketplace K-12

JULY 5, 2016

These highly confident teachers also believe that their students are significantly better prepared to use technology for everything from independent research to collaboration on schoolwork via social media. What District Leaders Really Want From Personalized Learning. –Eric Risberg/AP-File.

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The Principal of Change

OCTOBER 21, 2018

Somedays waking up at 5 AM became 5:30 AM, became sleeping in, became checking social media in email and eventually skipping out working out altogether. Eventually, because of my travel schedule, I had to quit teaching the class, although I aimed to exercise in the same way I had done before. Quote from Charles Duhigg.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 29, 2018

If you’d like to check out the Must-Read IT blogs from previous years, view our lists from 2017 , 2016 , 2015 , 2014 and 2013. He's a writer, technology enthusiast, social media lover and all-around digital guy. Keller ISD Digital Learning Blog. Over 1000 words. by Ricky Ribeiro. by Meghan Bogardus Cortez. Pull Quote.

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NeverEndingSearch

AUGUST 2, 2019

So explore the site, sign up for my weekly tips, or follow along on social media. You can energize and enhance teaching and learning — and I’m here to help you get started! This 2016 video explains the Edutopia mission, “how can we help make education better for kids?” Teacher Reboot Camp by Shelly Terrell.

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edWeb.net

OCTOBER 27, 2020

These sorts of discussions are part of a continuum of creative expression that includes writing, performances, and the use of social media.

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The Principal of Change

APRIL 11, 2017

So before we resumed the meeting, I told him that I had been taking notes on my phone, and not using it to text or check Twitter or any other social media. June 12, 2016 Telling a Story Beyond Grades February 26, 2011 Sharing (For Kids) November 8, 2010 What Shapes Your Learning?

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MindShift

MAY 17, 2021

Early development of motor skills – as utilized in motor coordination, executive function and visuospatial skills – are necessary for future academic achievement, according to a 2016 report. . She emphasized tactile and creative activities they couldn’t do, or couldn’t do as easily, during virtual learning. .

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The Principal of Change

JULY 19, 2016

In life, and learning, these words matter. January 22, 2016 Has “Twitter” Changed or Has Our View? We cannot consider ourselves “empathetic” only to turn around and belittle those that don’t agree with us. And you won’t convince anyone to feel the way you do if you don’t respect their position and opinions.

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Hack Education

DECEMBER 29, 2017

There may be no better example of this in 2017 than “personalized learning.” “Personalized learning” has powerful advocates, least of which US Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos who talks about it as part of her broader initiative to “rethink school.” Manufacturing Trends.

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The Principal of Change

SEPTEMBER 28, 2016

March 6, 2016 Adding or Subtracting Learning? June 18, 2015 Personalize, Not Standardize September 8, 2016 The #InnovatorsMindset MOOC Starting Soon! IMMOOC March 3, 2016 Endless Opportunities to Teach and Learn. August 16, 2015 Maybe Not Tomorrow, but When?

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The Hechinger Report

JANUARY 22, 2018

Since the fall of 2016, the communications department at Dominguez Hills has banned smartphones, laptops and other personal technology in every classroom — with grade deductions for violations — except for teacher-guided use and “tech breaks” during longer classes such as Eames’s. My guess is it will go to 5 hours plus.

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The Principal of Change

JUNE 9, 2016

Adam Gee (@dabearz34) June 4, 2016. I was overwhelmed when I saw this tweet just the other day: This book has changed my life! A MUST READ FOR ALL WHO CARE!! Thank you!!! gcouros #InnovatorsMindset pic.twitter.com/YNKoY2e8Sa. Seriously humbling.

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Neo LMS

DECEMBER 11, 2018

billion smartphones worldwide as of 2016 – a number that is expected to climb to 2.5 Another one of the major ways that m-learning is transforming online education – particularly in K-12 environments – has to do with social networking. More than that, there were 2.1 billion by as soon as 2019.

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Doug Levin

APRIL 23, 2017

This week, I also enhanced the K-12 Cyber Incident Map by adding video clips of news reports of select incidents since 2016. The pace of additions should be concerning to anyone who cares about personalized learning and/or student data privacy. Folks on Reddit and Twitter had some interesting thoughts on the piece.

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