The PL2C Blog

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

Consider concepts such as personalization and learn-centric or learner-centered education: these are aspects of what we might mean by learner agency, but the it even goes deeper than that! Schwartz and Okita developed the following table to compare and contrast high versus low agency learning environments. About Jaclyn.

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edWeb.net

APRIL 14, 2021

To meet these goals, they start with the perspective of advocacy for all, especially BIPOC, high-poverty, LGBTQ, religious, and other populations within their schools. Culturally relevant pedagogy is “good teaching” that must be implemented in each classroom. Each student should have mirrors and windows. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

Across the nation, district equity discussions include how schools must examine current biases from bus stops to classroom materials to educator and staff expectations. Evidence of Learning: Smith said the key questions he asks are “Are all students learning?” and “Are they learning enough?” WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING.

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 6, 2019

For example, if you need to meet with tech directors and you’re getting classroom teachers, you need to rethink your strategy. For instance, if you incorporate VR into your product, then the discussion could be 10 best practices for using VR in the classroom. Focus/audience of the potential shows: Trade shows change over time.

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edWeb.net

JANUARY 12, 2021

Disconnection between teaching and learning: Teachers often confuse covering the material with teaching to the kids—if they teach to understanding, then the classroom becomes a different environment. Does everyone feel valued? To pursue equity, schools must understand three key principles. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING. Noguera, Ph.D.

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edWeb.net

AUGUST 26, 2019

As the importance and benefits of social-emotional learning (SEL) have become more widely recognized, many teachers have struggled to combine this type of learning with their required curriculum. And, the goals for students engaged in this type of learning include self-esteem, empathy, motivation, and commitment.

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edWeb.net

MAY 1, 2020

In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, schools across the country struggle to move their brick-and-mortar classrooms to remote online learning environments. WATCH THE EDLEADER PANEL RECORDING. Director at Hayutin & Associates, during Studyo’s recent edLeader Panel. Fostering a Culture That Promotes EF. Join the Community.

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edWeb.net

MARCH 11, 2020

Outside of the classroom, she is the lead organizer for Edcamp Suwannee and also co-moderates #FLedChat and #RuralEdChat each week on Twitter. Tech for Rural Districts is a free professional learning community on edWeb.net for school superintendents, district leadership, and aspiring district leaders that work in rural school districts.

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 2, 2019

Tim’s passion is helping educators and administrators integrate modern practices and digital-age, instructional strategies into their classrooms and schools in meaningful ways. CoSN (the Consortium for School Networking) is the premier professional association for school system technology leaders. Holland holds an Ed.D.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

This was preceded by serving as an education program specialist in a Metro Atlanta School District after starting her career as a classroom teacher and team lead, holding dual teaching certificates in both special education and general education, as well as a reading endorsement. Meredith earned her teacher certification and a B.A.

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 29, 2020

Moore says that before any rollout of sustainable and effective professional learning, there are four factors that school leaders must consider. Gaddis explained how Wake County focused their professional learning by first identifying three groups: teachers, leadership, and school library media coordinators.

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edWeb.net

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Why should professional learning be a part of every technology initiative? Because of equity, said the three leading superintendents on the edLeader Panel, “ Creating and Leading a Professional Team of Lifelong Learners.” Professional learning should be grounded in the needs of the students.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 28, 2018

Step 2 – Parent Communication: Via school blogs, social media accounts, and the website, detail how the school is promoting good digital citizenship. Digital Learning & Leadership is a free professional learning community where you can share, learn, and discuss ideas and best practices to enhance teaching with technology.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 15, 2019

A critical topic for schools, communities, and most importantly, our students, is what teachers do in the classroom to nurture ALL students, create a sense of belonging, and keep educational standards high. Medha Tare has more than ten years of experience conducting applied research in the learning sciences. ” A Lens.

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Educator Innovator

JULY 14, 2014

Through a partnership with a local online newspaper Oakland Local and with the district’s television station KDOL, Oscar and Jose started a youth blogging site called Young Oakland. Their work speaks to the unique opportunity for students to reach a broader audience for their ideas through the use of online blogging.

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 14, 2018

As a teen, Nia believed that she was “bad at science”, but with a passion for environmental advocacy, she began working as an environmental educator at the Student Conservation Association. Heather has managed curriculum development, professional development and sales teams, and was even a classroom teacher. Join the Community.

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edWeb.net

OCTOBER 16, 2018

In fact, many school technology plans fluctuated depending upon the latest fads and what someone learned at a conference and had little connection to curriculum or learning goals. The Five Imperatives of Technology Leadership , the presenters explored how they have shifted their approaches to integrating edtech in the classroom.

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Digital Promise

JANUARY 13, 2021

Even in schools outside of the Verizon Innovative Learning network, coaches reported that they were valued more by teachers and administrators than prior to the pandemic. Now, with video conferencing tools, coaches are able to “visit” more classrooms on a given day.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 13, 2019

A 40+ year veteran educator, Sheryl has served as a school principal, K-5 teacher, library/media specialist, classroom teacher, university professor and is an ISTE Certified Educator and Ed Tech specialist and consultant. She is a past board member and chair of CoSN and is Vice President of Advocacy and Programs for LACUE.

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edWeb.net

AUGUST 18, 2022

But there are also some innovations and opportunities, like virtual professional learning, that they don’t want to forget. So, the superintendents are asking students and staff to share their stories and explain what’s actually happening in their classrooms. Blog post by Stacey Pusey based on this edLeader Panel.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

[They] need to talk to a lot of different stakeholders, from classroom teachers to administrators to parents and to students.” In his district, they do that through professional development opportunities, parent forums, and by educating students on the available tools and what is and is not acceptable use inside the classroom.

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edWeb.net

AUGUST 19, 2021

He is passionate about continuous improvement, enjoys engaging in global professional learning networks, and serves on numerous local and national boards. He says, “We need to teach students the way they want to learn, not necessarily how we were taught.” In 2010, he was appointed to the Baldrige Board of Examiners by the U.S.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

Even before the pandemic and the shift to distance education, learning extended beyond the classroom. Kids don’t have time to wait, so school leaders need to make professional learning a high priority. The paraprofessionals also receive devices and professional learning that support their work.

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edWeb.net

MARCH 21, 2022

Blog post by Robert Low based on this edWebinar. The data should also be readily available for analysis, both for classroom instruction and district resource allocation, while being kept secure from inappropriate access. This makes for little or no manual data entry and uploading of spreadsheets. Join the Community.

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edWeb.net

AUGUST 3, 2021

You can also read his leadership blog at www.educationrewired.org. Super-Connected is a free professional learning community on edWeb.net for school superintendents, district leadership, and aspiring district leaders. Dr. Amy Carter is Superintendent of Meridian Public School District, Mississippi. Join the Community.

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 10, 2021

Blog post by Stacey Pusey based on this edWebinar. Social-emotional learning (SEL) and technology might not seem like natural partners. This allows schools to set up learning opportunities for all of their constituents. In addition, SEL tools and curricula are readily available through online platforms. Join the Community.

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Tom Murray

AUGUST 21, 2016

Common Sense Education provides digital literacy and citizenship programs to educators and school communities with a goal of empowering students to harness technology for learning and life. Formed in 1992, CoSN works to provide its members with the management, community building, and advocacy tools to be technology leaders in today’s schools.

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edWeb.net

MAY 21, 2021

Still, the virtual program has seen children thrive who failed in a brick-and-mortar classroom so that personalization became even more critical. She has positively influenced the educational field in many roles, including serving as a classroom teacher, principal, assistant superintendent, and deputy director of schools.

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edWeb.net

APRIL 19, 2021

In Meriden Public Schools (CT), they are committed to promoting anytime, anywhere learning. Educational content needs to be available outside of the classroom and easy to access. If you do not invest in the professional development and the professional learning of teachers, you’re not going to get the most bang for your buck.”.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

Blog post by Eileen Belastock based on this edWebinar. His doctoral research was some of the first that investigated the internet’s impact on communication, learning, and efficacy in the classroom. CoSN (the Consortium for School Networking) is the premier professional association for school system technology leaders.

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 5, 2022

A pilot of the Second Step Program , which enables schools to build supportive communities through social-emotional learning. Extended intervention support to kindergarten classrooms. If It’s Tier 1 attendance, the goal is enhanced classroom management the student advocacy team supports. Join the Community.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

She is a TEDx speaker , advisory board member for the Ithaca College Cybersecurity Program, and author of the books, Student Data Privacy: Building a School Compliance Program , Protecting Student Data Privacy: Classroom Fundamentals , and Student Data Privacy: Managing Vendor Relationships. About the Host. Join the Community.

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edWeb.net

MAY 19, 2020

Already, many teachers don’t have the skills to integrate tech into the classroom—even the young ones. While they may be proficient in using edtech, they don’t know how to create comprehensive lessons to use it in the classroom. ClassLink empowers your students and teachers with instant access to their learning resources.

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edWeb.net

JUNE 17, 2020

Enhanced teacher training: Professional development has always been a part of edtech initiatives, but there’s a difference between leading small group projects within the same classroom and coordinating them between students at home. You can read his blog and listen to his podcasts, Shift Your Paradigm and TL Talk Radio.

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edWeb.net

OCTOBER 20, 2020

Schuler said one of his most important learning experiences was realizing that some of his very best and most experienced teachers were dealing with significant anxiety and depression because they had expected to be as good at teaching remotely during the pandemic as they were at teaching in a classroom in the past. Join the Community.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

Blog post by Michele Israel based on this edLeader Panel. Both weave their ways into every facet of the school and classroom. Learn more about this edWeb broadcast, “ Cybersecurity Readiness in K-12 Schools ,” sponsored by ENA and hosted by Consortium for School Networking (CoSN). Readiness First and Then a Plan.

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edWeb.net

JUNE 25, 2021

They recommend building support structures such as teacher leaders to provide real-time coaching supports inside the classroom when the inception moment comes. Super-Connected is a free professional learning community on edWeb.net for school superintendents, district leadership, and aspiring district leaders. Join the Community.

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