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The Journey to Becoming an Author

A Principal's Reflections

I never imagined I would have authored or co-authored a book, let alone six. This should never have happened either as I was convinced that any and all social media tools were a complete waste of my time and would not lead to any improvement in professional practice. My first thought was, “Heck no! I am no author.”

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Top 10 Tips for Using Social Media for Administrators & Other Educators

The 21st Century Principal

According to Andy Beal and Judy Strauss, authors of Radically Transparent: Monitoring and Managing Reputations Online , “Shifting from traditional to social media requires new skills, new tools, and an understanding of social media platforms.” Top 10 List for Using Social Media for School Leaders & Other Educators 1.

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How to Build Your PLN

Ask a Tech Teacher

Having people who understand how you think, have your back in emergencies, and serve as a virtual knowledge base will help you to handle difficult colleagues, adapt to challenging principals, address tricky parents, and differentiate for varied student needs. The engine of a PLN is social media. Post to it regularly.

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How Culturally Responsive Education Affects Student Engagement and Learning

MindSpark

Why should you read this book? There are too many baby books and thought leaders with their spin on creating more equitable education. Finally, students are practicing future-facing skills like video editing and social media engagement AND they get to create something that’s fun for them and they want to share with their friends.

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When Pushing Boundaries in Math Education, Where Can Teachers Turn For Help and Camaraderie?

MindShift

Earlier this year, math educator and Demos executive Dan Meyer published a piece entitled “Lonely Math Teachers” in which he raised the shortcomings of social media and the need for innovative math teachers to connect online. She’s a longtime math coach and author of the book Becoming the Math Teacher You Wish You Had.

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3 ways to be a better digital citizen, online and IRL

eSchool News

In my book Digital Citizenship in Schools , I define a digital citizen as someone who shares ideas, makes purchases, plans activities, asks for answers, interacts both at work and in play and much more on digital devices (computers, laptops, smartphones, tablets, etc.). So what describes a digital citizen?

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Lessons and Leadership During the Switch to Online Learning

edWeb.net

Students also need support and guidance about online behavior, including what can or should not be shared via social media. Dr. Smith recommends using the community and its knowledge base to obtain information, anticipate issues, and develop solutions. Preparing for an Uncertain Future.