The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 19, 2023

After moving into the private sector, Penny Reinart led research, design, and development of digital products and professional learning focused on student achievement, educator impact, and organizational growth. After watching a video, there are reflection questions for individual or community discussion.

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 19, 2020

It goes without saying that our teachers have done an incredible job when it comes to adapting to a remote learning world. With little to no training, they are finding ways to make it work for their kids while overcoming a myriad of challenges in the process. The bottom line is that you cannot overcommunicate.

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Edsurge

JUNE 4, 2018

The idea of using a learning management system (LMS) to deliver professional learning and development to K-12 educators is not new—but it’s not quite mainstream, either. The organization has been providing LMS-based professional learning for the state’s educators since 2004. “We Hint: Think AI.)

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The Shake Up Learning Blog

MAY 10, 2022

I love Screencastify for reflection, explaining processes and thinking, and leaving video feedback for students. Combine text, video, quizzes, and interactive widgets to let students learn and practice at their own pace. Insert Learning (Freemium). Ready to Learn More About Google Classroom? BookWidgets (Freemium).

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Edsurge

MAY 27, 2020

All four scenarios laid out in the New America guide are predicated on the idea that distance learning will, in some way, be folded into every school’s plans for the coming year. Also underpinning these various scenarios is the critical need for professional learning and development over the summer.

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Digital Promise

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

“We have realized that the adoption of VILS three years ago laid the foundation for our successes so far this year,” said Jonathan Lubas, Verizon Innovative Learning coach at Breakthrough Schools in Cleveland, Ohio. We’ve been using distance learning tools for years. We had the knowledge, skills, and teacher training.

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The Shake Up Learning Blog

OCTOBER 25, 2022

This powerful tool can provide a space for teacher-to-teacher collaboration, professional learning and support, parent communication, and even special projects and enrichment classes for students. Badging has become particularly popular for encouraging teachers to learn new tech skills. Online Professional Learning.

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The Hechinger Report

OCTOBER 24, 2017

Fourth grade teacher Milton Bryant works with students in a small group during a blended learning session at Ketcham Elementary School. And a two-year-old professional development program called LEAP (for “LEarning together to Advance our Practice”) is being linked to greater achievement among students.

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21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

AUGUST 23, 2020

PBL… Blended and eLearning – Part 1: Important Questions for the New School Year. How do I facilitate PBL in blended learning environment?”. The sudden shift in the learning environment last year may have provided an obstacle for the way we wanted to see this happen. Planning Blended Learning for another year.

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Shake Up Learning

JULY 14, 2020

As schools across the globe begin to plan for the new normal and redefine the school day and location, we must also rethink our professional learning plans for teachers and staff. I’m sharing a framework for Blended PD. I have put together a Blended PD Framework that I hope will help us approach this problem with purpose.

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eSchool News

MAY 13, 2019

Video coaching with Edthena provides us with a sustainable and scalable professional development model. This year, we will use video as an informal look at the level of math conversations going on in their classrooms.”. Lisa Keith, blended learning specialist, Guilford County (NC) School District.

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Catlin Tucker

JUNE 14, 2021

This will be easier to do if school leaders harness the talent on their campuses and create systems that encourage teachers to learn with and from each other. Professional learning should not be relegated to a handful of all-staff training days. The members of the PLC determine the focus of their inquiry and learning.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 29, 2016

Technology has been a key component in the planting, fertilization, growth and eventually, the blossoming of new statewide initiatives including distance education and new professional learning opportunities for educators that have benefitted students in a variety of ways. Wyoming Switchboard Network homepage.

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MSEDTechie

MARCH 27, 2015

Instead of ”professional development,” we need authentic, personalized “professional learning opportunities” that improve workflow and foster creativity. Here are few of the unique ways educators are given opportunities to expand their learning environment through creative measures. Badges and prizes are also awarded.

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Shake Up Learning

MAY 2, 2017

For tips on toggling between personal and school Google accounts, see my tutorial video: You’re Doing it Wrong! Be sure you check out these blog posts to learn more about how some districts are using badges for professional learning. We can add videos, information, permission slips, resources, etc.

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EdTechTeam

MARCH 14, 2018

Last year I was moved from 2nd to 3rd grade AND with a chrome cart (1:1 Chromebooks) – There was no real training or PD provided for this new tool. . I was receiving emails from EdTechTeam so I watched the TL video that was available. Through the cohort, I have learned how to provide blended learning.

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edWeb.net

MAY 11, 2020

Knowing how important it is for her students to interact with her, Olivia does a lot of video and audio communication, and has started organizing portfolios of the videos created by her students. AT&T Aspire invests in education and job training to create a skilled and diverse workforce that powers our country for the future.

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Edthena

APRIL 14, 2021

In this conversation with eSchool News’ Kevin Hogan for the podcast Innovations in Education , Diane Lauer talks about how COVID couldn’t stop teacher training. Vrain Valley Schools in Colorado became that much more important as professional development stayed a pandemic priority. Is it teacher training or all the rest of it?

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Shake Up Learning

NOVEMBER 14, 2017

appeared first on Shake Up Learning. A Framework for Professional Learning with G Suite. I have delivered hundreds of hours of professional learning over the last ten years or so, and a vast portion of those sessions have focused on using Google tools in the classroom. The Foundation: Adult Learning Strategies.

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Fractus Learning

OCTOBER 19, 2016

I then told him how he could create a ‘class’ of teachers in Google Classroom to push out information, professional articles and videos and surveys to his staff. What I appreciated most about this leader is that: He was at the professional learning meeting in the first place.

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Shake Up Learning

APRIL 28, 2020

Teachers are stepping up and doing things they’ve never done before, often without any training. Teachers are stepping up and doing things they’ve never done before, often without any training. For many educators, the tech training they’ve been putting off has suddenly become a must-have skill. Digital Tools.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

Esports, the competitive side of video gaming, is exploding. The county jumped on the esports train to heighten student engagement. Digital Learning & Leadership is a free professional learning community on edWeb.net where you can share, learn, and discuss ideas and best practices to enhance teaching with technology.

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Shake Up Learning

OCTOBER 15, 2019

The post 15 Ways to Use Google Classroom in Professional Learning – SULS034 appeared first on Shake Up Learning. But did you know, Google Classroom is also a great learning tool for adults, too? Today, I am going to share with you 15 Ways to Use Google Classroom in Professional Learning.

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Shake Up Learning

APRIL 2, 2018

So I decided to pose this question to the Shake Up Learning Facebook Group a few weeks ago, and below are the suggested resources from other teachers just like you. Whether you are curating professional learning resources, planning a lesson, or creating something to share, there’s a tool below that can help you do it!

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NeverEndingSearch

DECEMBER 21, 2016

Top 100 Tools for Personal & Professional Learning (for formal/informal learning and personal productivity). Top 100 Tools for Workplace Learning (for training, e-learning, performance support and social collaboration). Top 100 Tools for Education (for K12, university and adult education.).

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Shake Up Learning

APRIL 17, 2017

And because some years I had 175+ students, the time that it would take for me to return that rough draft and ask for changes could be several days; students had a hard time picking up where they left off and remembering their original train of thought. Ready to start planning your summer professional learning? Tips and Tricks.

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techlearning

JULY 27, 2018

This new feature gives students the opportunity to receive messages, updates, alerts, notifications, photos and videos directly from their teachers and schools, empowering them to take greater ownership in their learning. The system allows any organization to deliver live 360 4K video to viewers on computers and mobile devices.

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A Principal's Reflections

SEPTEMBER 6, 2020

Now don't get me wrong as this has been incredibly fulfilling and a great learning experience for me. However, you just can't replace face-to-face professional learning, in my opinion. It is important to remember that no one was trained for this, and pedagogically-sound models are just starting to appear.

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21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

JUNE 23, 2016

I have some great posts coming your way involving PBL, STEM, tech integration, and a continuing series on Professional Learning Communities! Also, remember that I can come to your conference or school district and provide engaging authentic and purposeful professional development. Resources for Verbs (thinking and doing).

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Shake Up Learning

JANUARY 10, 2023

The post 10 Things for Teachers to Try in 2023 – SULS0182 appeared first on Shake Up Learning. We will explore strategies, digital tools, professional learning, and much more! It could be a geography game, a famous person quiz, or a get-to-know-you intro video. Ready to learn more about Canva for Education?

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Shake Up Learning

JULY 28, 2020

The post A Framework for Blended PD (Part 3) – SULS073 appeared first on Shake Up Learning. Delivering virtual or blended professional learning can be challenging. Today, I’m sharing Part 3 of my series on Blended PD. Here’s a 2-minute video learn how! A Framework for Blended PD.

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Shake Up Learning

NOVEMBER 7, 2017

Learning Menus Can Be Used with Any Age Group. I have found that menus and choice boards tend to be more popular among elementary teachers, but I used them in my middle school classroom, and now I use them in professional learning workshops with adults. Any grade level can use learning menus! Learning Menu Design.

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Shake Up Learning

JULY 21, 2020

As most schools in the US prepare for the start of school online or in some blended format, it’s important to think specifically about teachers’ professional learning. I’m sharing Part 2 of my series on Blended PD. ” Here’s a 2-minute video learn how! A Framework for Blended PD.

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edWeb.net

JULY 2, 2021

Scheurle said that the technology has allowed for almost seamless instruction and learning that is now second nature to the students and teachers. An accompanying control panel allows users to adjust the camera’s position for enhanced video collaboration and integration. “We’ve All possible? Join the Community.

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Reading By Example

OCTOBER 10, 2017

What could be the reason for not focusing on literacy on a consistent basis for their professional learning efforts? – Trauma-based learning. – Personalized learning. – Blended learning or a 1:1 technology initiative. . – Blended learning or a 1:1 technology initiative.

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Shake Up Learning

JUNE 7, 2022

Boost your student engagement on any devices wherever learning needs to happen. Watch the two-minute video below to learn about drop-down menus and how to insert in Google Docs. Possibly, for teacher professional training it’s necessary to take attendance. Professional Development. Choice Boards.

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edWeb.net

MAY 7, 2021

Without devices and the tech tools needed for online learning, many students will not have a quality virtual education (especially when remote teaching and learning happen every day!). Professional Learning. While schools had already built successful professional learning programs, COVID shifted some of their thinking.

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