Accessibility, Meeting, Presentation and Professional Learning

Designing Powerful Professional Learning Experiences for Making

Digital Promise

MAY 13, 2022

This blog is the second in a series sharing our Maker Learning team’s experience designing and facilitating this professional learning experience. In our previous blog , we shared how our team designed the Maker Learning @ Home cohort professional learning opportunity.

Professional Learning

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Coaching is Critical to the Success of a Shift to Blended learning

Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

As I work with leadership teams, many are struggling to engage their teachers in professional learning this year. Schools invested money in purchasing devices and improving access to reliable internet to meet the demands of the pandemic, and leadership teams want to keep the momentum going. Co-teaching and Model Lessons.

Blended Learning

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A Framework for Learning Through the Purposeful Use of Technology

A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

One way it can be used to transform teaching and learning is by providing students with access to a wealth of information, including multimedia resources, educational apps, and online databases. Another way technology can be used to transform teaching and learning is by enhancing engagement and motivation.

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When Growth is the Only Path Forward

A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 5, 2023

During the spring of 2022, I met Nicki Slaugh , who serves as principal, and many of her staff at a school system where we were all there to facilitate professional learning on Personalized Competency-Based Learning (PCBL). Rubrics were everywhere and accessible in Google Classroom. My point is as simple as it is proud.

Competency Based Learning

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10 Things You Didn’t Know About Google Meet – SULS0110

Shake Up Learning

MAY 18, 2021

The post 10 Things You Didn’t Know About Google Meet – SULS0110 appeared first on Shake Up Learning. In this episode with Shake Up Learning Trainer and Community Manager, Pam Hubler, we explore the new updates to Google Meet. Subscribe to Shake Up Learning on YouTube. OR, watch it on TikTok!

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3 Ways to Streamline Expectations While Making Things Easier for Educators

A Principal's Reflections

NOVEMBER 1, 2020

It seems like every day presents a new challenge or adventure, depending on how you view the current landscape. The fact remains that there was no professional learning to prepare for the reality that everyone is facing nor a plan for something like COVID19. Students and families win as they have on-demand access to resources.

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Discovery Education Presents Three New Virtual Field Trips

eSchool News

APRIL 8, 2021

Focused on an array of diverse topics, these new virtual field trips connect learning to the real-world through relevant and timely digital content that supports learning wherever it takes place. million educators and 45 million students worldwide, and its resources are accessed in over 140 countries and territories.

Education

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6 Manageable ways to participate in PD this summer

Neo LMS

JUNE 24, 2021

Thankfully, we have technology that enables us to find a way that meets our specific preferences, and that enables us to be able to see and hear each other, engage in conversations, and learn together. Here are some ideas for PD for anywhere and anytime learning: Audio platforms. PLNs and PLCs. PLNs and PLCs.

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How to Integrate Google Classroom with Google Meet

Shake Up Learning

JULY 22, 2020

prepare for online and blended learning, more and more schools are relying on Google Classroom and Google Meet to deliver online lessons and assignments. In this post, I will share how to integrate Google Classroom with Google Meet. What is Google Meet? How to Integrate Google Classroom with Google Meet.

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We used technology to increase attendance at PTA meetings

eSchool News

OCTOBER 11, 2018

My first PTA meetings reassured me that we needed to find a way to improve the drastically low attendance. At the meetings, we typically see about 12 to 15 attendees, usually the executive board and a handful of parents. percent of parents were attending our five PTA meetings each year! How to get them to a meeting?

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Learning and growing as educators

Neo LMS

DECEMBER 17, 2019

Finding time to engage in professional learning can present a challenge for educators. So how can educators engage in professional learning and find time to connect with other educators, when schedules and responsibilities make finding extra time difficult? How I have found time to connect and grow as an educator.

Education

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Georgia Model for Virtual Professional Learning: Supporting Educators During COVID

edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

The GaDOE Social Studies team had the foresight to launch professional learning communities on edWeb in 2016, so their programs were in place when the pandemic hit, creating a successful, sustainable solution for personalized PD before and during the pandemic, and beyond.

Professional Learning

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Georgia Model for Virtual Professional Learning: Supporting Educators During COVID

edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

The GaDOE Social Studies team had the foresight to launch professional learning communities on edWeb in 2016, so their programs were in place when the pandemic hit, creating a successful, sustainable solution for personalized PD before and during the pandemic, and beyond.

Professional Learning

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The Vital Role of Digital Leadership in Transforming Education

A Principal's Reflections

MAY 10, 2020

Through all this adversity, educators have risen to the occasion and have begun the tedious process of redefining education and what real learning really should be. That is how we must look at the present situation. Student engagement, learning, and outcomes : How will learning change in ways that better meet the needs of all learners?

Education

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Nurturing Relationships and Teacher Needs During COVID-19

Digital Promise

JULY 16, 2020

Our team at Lexington County School District One in South Carolina has focused on mitigating one of these complexities by addressing the human need for connection, support, and ongoing professional learning. Supporting Educators through the Shift to Digital Learning. Designing Virtual PL to Go.

Survey

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Meet the SETDA 2021 State Achievement Award Recipients

SETDA Says

JUNE 22, 2021

The State Educational Technology Directors Association (SETDA) created the State Achievement Award (SSA) to recognize outstanding initiatives from SETDA State and Affiliate members and their teams that address meaningful challenges in teaching and learning.

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Discovery Education and Boeing Present a New Virtual Field Trip for Students Exploring STEM and Robotics in Aviation Manufacturing

eSchool News

JANUARY 31, 2023

Charlotte, NC — Discovery Education and Boeing present a new virtual experience – Manufacturing the Future of Aviation Virtual Field Trip – to show students how STEM makes aviation manufacturing more efficient and safer. ET and available on-demand, this virtual learning experience transports students to manufacturing centers in Renton, Wash.,

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Using technology to embrace the “un-faculty” meeting

eSchool News

OCTOBER 25, 2018

I’m not sure if teachers dreaded faculty meetings more than I did, but while standing in an auditorium filled with tired-looking faculty after a long day of teaching, I sometimes had this thought: If I did a dance or paused unsuspectingly, would that gain their attention, even if only for a moment? So, what could we do? So, what could we do?

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Friday 5: Digital learning on the rise

eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Key points: Digital learning is a permanent classroom fixture–here’s how to integrate it Defining digital curriculum in a new era of learning 5 digital tools to enhance your social studies instruction For more news on digital trends, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Digital learning isn’t going anywhere–nor should it.

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Remote Learning Teaching Tips

A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 26, 2020

Difficult decisions have had to be made regarding grading, making funds available to get technology in the hands of disadvantaged kids, getting school work to kids where the digital divide could not be overcome, and figuring out how to provide professional learning support virtually. Please note that these are only suggestions.

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Google, MIT RAISE launch no-cost AI training course for teachers

eSchool News

APRIL 26, 2024

Teachers who complete the course will earn a certificate that can be presented to their district for professional development (PD) credit. Each of the course’s five modules are 40 minutes or less, allowing teachers to complete them during the standard professional learning or planning period.

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Discovery Education and Illumina Corporate Foundation Present a New Virtual Field Trip for Students to Explore the Power of DNA

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Presented by the Illumina Corporate Foundation and Discovery Education, this virtual field trip is part of DNA Decoded , a program designed to inspire students to unlock the power of genomics with ready-to-go, standards-aligned lessons and activities. . Twitter and? LinkedIn.? . Discovery Education serves approximately 4.5

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Discovery Education and Social Impact Partners Present Engaging Resources Supporting STEM Day Observances

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

This partnership helps us continue our mission to ensure equitable access to economic opportunities. All children should have access to the endless career opportunities a STEM education can open up, and this partnership helps close the gap for under-resourced school districts,” said C.D. Twitter and LinkedIn. .

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Introducing Verizon Innovative Learning schools Connection

Digital Promise

MAY 7, 2019

Digital Promise and Verizon Innovative Learning are excited to introduce Verizon Innovative Learning schools Connection —a web app designed to connect members of the Verizon Innovative Learning schools community to each other and to key resources. Connecting Verizon Innovative Learning schools educators in a variety of ways.

Learning

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Discovery Education Presents Three New Virtual Field Trips Connecting Students to Curiosity

eSchool News

MARCH 29, 2021

Focused on an array of diverse topics, these new virtual field trips connect learning to the real-world through relevant and timely digital content that supports learning wherever it takes place. million educators and 45 million students worldwide, and its resources are accessed in over 140 countries and territories.

Education

Education STEM Professional Learning Elementary

Leading in a Remote Learning World

A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 19, 2020

Try to ensure that there is new content presented in a manageable fashion where students then have multiple opportunities to practice and then apply what has been learned. Consider also eliciting feedback from parents and students themselves to create a policy that realistically and fairly depicts what has been learned.

Learning

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Discovery Ed and Leading Corporate and Community Partners Offering Access to Digital Resources Supporting STEM

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 6, 2020

Discovery Education is the global leader in standards-aligned digital curriculum resources and professional learning for K-12 classrooms. This engaging series spotlights how non-profits, corporations, and industries have pivoted to meet the needs of communities presented by the COVID-19 pandemic.

STEM

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Meet Six Educators We All Can Learn From

Digital Promise

NOVEMBER 7, 2014

Watch his video to see how one student’s experience moved him to take action to improve clean water access for families in Somalia: Exemplary educators are making learning relevant by engaging the whole community, connecting parents, community members, and local organizations to empower students to do real work that matters.

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Edcamp Library Promise Goes Virtual

Digital Promise

MAY 25, 2021

We have learned how to leverage technology to establish and maintain relationships with students and colleagues as we navigated the unknown waters of blended and distance learning. The Edcamp model of professional development is unique in that the participants drive the learning.

Edcamps

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A State-Wide Model for Online Professional Learning

edWeb.net

DECEMBER 6, 2018

The GaDOE Social Studies Department and three of their virtual specialists presented an edWebinar on their three-year journey in creating and maintaining virtual learning communities for social studies for every grade level and course from K through 12. The impact on student learning. Who is involved in their success.

Professional Learning

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The Challenges of Broadband Access in Rural Schools

edWeb.net

DECEMBER 2, 2019

Rural school districts face many unique trials, and access to educational technology is no different. During the edWebinar “ Technology in Rural Schools: Leading with Why,” the presenters discussed how they overcame challenges and helped the community understand the value of tech in schools.

Broadband

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Simple Tech Solutions for Inclusive Learning Environments

edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Mortimore added that technology needs to meet several criteria: it needs to be designed by and for learners and educators, comfortable and intuitive, built around learners’ behaviors, universally adaptable where possible, and able to handle school environments. Next, they discussed tech-enabled environments that don’t meet student needs.

Learning

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How Data Drives Strategies for Improved Student Outcomes

Edsurge

APRIL 10, 2024

In turn, this analysis helps educators make informed choices that directly affect student learning and school effectiveness. Despite the benefits, implementing data-driven decision-making in education presents challenges. They will be able to log in to one place and access the test results more easily.

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Meet the SETDA 2022 State Achievement Award Recipients

SETDA Says

JUNE 6, 2022

The State Educational Technology Directors Association (SETDA) created the State Achievement Award (SSA) to recognize outstanding initiatives from SETDA State and Affiliate members and their teams that address meaningful challenges in teaching and learning.

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21 Top Professional Development Topics For Teachers Now

The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 3, 2021

As a result of this webinar and some research of my own, I compiled this list which I hope will serve as a quick menu for you and the teachers at your school to select summer professional development that will help you grow and learn. Social-Emotional Learning. Learn More. We have to relate to educate.

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Discovery Education and Social Impact Partners Present Engaging Resources to Support Cybersecurity Awareness Month Observances

eSchool News

OCTOBER 10, 2022

In support of this theme, Discovery Education is providing educators and students access to curated digital resources that can be used to educate students about the importance of online security in all learning environments. These curated resources and more are available within the Discovery Education K-12 learning platform.

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Carnegie Learning Adds Multilingual Math and Literacy Tutors in Gadsden ISD

eSchool News

APRIL 19, 2023

It’s gratifying to see improvements in student proficiency and attendance as well as increasing parent participation in the Gadsden Independent School District (ISD),” said Courtney Lewis, Vice President of Tutoring Services at Carnegie Learning. For more information on Carnegie Learning High-Dosage Tutoring, please visit [link].

Learning

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Inviting Teachers to Reflect on Their Use of Technology During COVID-19

Digital Promise

MAY 19, 2021

Think back to the very first stages of having to use new hardware and/or software, and acknowledge how much you have accomplished: How many new kinds of hardware and software did you quickly have to learn how to use because of COVID-19? What was it like to have to learn new technology skills under uncertainty and pressure?

Technology

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Broadband Provides More Equitable Access to Education and Workforce Preparation

edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Digital learning not only plays a crucial role in preparing today’s students for the jobs of tomorrow, it also has an important role in providing equity and access to education, especially in smaller and remote school districts. Links to Local Learning. About the Presenter. Broadband’s Big Picture.

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An AI to-do list for educators

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

The AI Revolution: Google’s Developers on the Future of Artificial Intelligence (60 Minutes) AI in the K-12 Classroom (AVID Open Access) Artificial Intelligence (U.S. What potential benefits and challenges might AI present to teaching and learning? How can you leverage AI to improve teaching and learning?

Education

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Learning Never Stops

A Principal's Reflections

JUNE 30, 2019

When it is all said and done, the best experiences are ongoing and job-embedded so that the needed support, application into practice, feedback, and accountability for growth lead to actual changes to teaching, learning, and leadership. So, what does meaningful professional learning look like? Herein lies the power of a PLN.

Learning

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95 Percent Group Unveils 95 Phonics Core Program for Grades 4 and 5

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

It also includes professional learning and ongoing coaching at the district and building level to support teachers in mastering phonics-based instruction. With this new program for Grades 4 and 5, older students will now be able to continue building their skills with instruction and resources specifically designed to meet their needs.

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Discovery Education and TrueSport Partner to Present a Unique, Virtual Town Hall Exploring the Life Skills Students Need for Success Beyond Sports

eSchool News

JANUARY 27, 2022

In an engaging 24-minute video, students meet with Olympic, Paralympic, and Team USA athletes to explore how the values of sportsmanship, character building & life skills, and clean & healthy performance drive their success in both athletics and life. Discovery Education serves approximately 4.5

EdTech

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How Online Learning Can Improve Your Teaching

Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

State requirements are starting to address this by requiring online virtual meetings between teacher and student. After a weekly one-hour session, students feel closer to classmates and often add them to their ongoing PLN (Professional Learning Network). You can find her resources at Structured Learning.

Online Learning

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Designing Powerful Professional Learning Experiences for Making

Coaching is Critical to the Success of a Shift to Blended learning

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A Framework for Learning Through the Purposeful Use of Technology

When Growth is the Only Path Forward

10 Things You Didn’t Know About Google Meet – SULS0110

3 Ways to Streamline Expectations While Making Things Easier for Educators

Discovery Education Presents Three New Virtual Field Trips

6 Manageable ways to participate in PD this summer

How to Integrate Google Classroom with Google Meet

We used technology to increase attendance at PTA meetings

Learning and growing as educators

Georgia Model for Virtual Professional Learning: Supporting Educators During COVID

Georgia Model for Virtual Professional Learning: Supporting Educators During COVID

The Vital Role of Digital Leadership in Transforming Education

Nurturing Relationships and Teacher Needs During COVID-19

Meet the SETDA 2021 State Achievement Award Recipients

Discovery Education and Boeing Present a New Virtual Field Trip for Students Exploring STEM and Robotics in Aviation Manufacturing

Using technology to embrace the “un-faculty” meeting

Friday 5: Digital learning on the rise

Remote Learning Teaching Tips

Google, MIT RAISE launch no-cost AI training course for teachers

Discovery Education and Illumina Corporate Foundation Present a New Virtual Field Trip for Students to Explore the Power of DNA

Discovery Education and Social Impact Partners Present Engaging Resources Supporting STEM Day Observances

Introducing Verizon Innovative Learning schools Connection

Discovery Education Presents Three New Virtual Field Trips Connecting Students to Curiosity

Leading in a Remote Learning World

Discovery Ed and Leading Corporate and Community Partners Offering Access to Digital Resources Supporting STEM

Meet Six Educators We All Can Learn From

Edcamp Library Promise Goes Virtual

A State-Wide Model for Online Professional Learning

The Challenges of Broadband Access in Rural Schools

Simple Tech Solutions for Inclusive Learning Environments

How Data Drives Strategies for Improved Student Outcomes

Meet the SETDA 2022 State Achievement Award Recipients

21 Top Professional Development Topics For Teachers Now

Discovery Education and Social Impact Partners Present Engaging Resources to Support Cybersecurity Awareness Month Observances

Carnegie Learning Adds Multilingual Math and Literacy Tutors in Gadsden ISD

Inviting Teachers to Reflect on Their Use of Technology During COVID-19

Broadband Provides More Equitable Access to Education and Workforce Preparation

An AI to-do list for educators

Learning Never Stops

95 Percent Group Unveils 95 Phonics Core Program for Grades 4 and 5

Discovery Education and TrueSport Partner to Present a Unique, Virtual Town Hall Exploring the Life Skills Students Need for Success Beyond Sports

How Online Learning Can Improve Your Teaching

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