A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 1, 2015

As of late I have been doing a great deal of work with schools and districts on how to effectively implement digital learning across the curriculum. When it comes to technology in general, the overall goal is to support learning, not drive instruction. This is a problem.

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Baker's B.Y.O.D.

DECEMBER 2, 2012

Photo Credit: Kevin Jarrett High & Low-tech for Optimal Learning Not only teachers able to share ways to integrate technology in the classroom, but I also learned some low-tech techniques as well. I also use QR Codes, Socrative and InfuseLearning for other BYOD activities, and Today''s Meet for backchanneling.

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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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The 21st Century Principal

AUGUST 11, 2012

They should help students connect with experts that can help them learn. In effect, teachers should help students create their own Professional Learning Networks (PLNs). Then, they should help students care for and grow that network according to their learning needs.

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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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techlearning

APRIL 25, 2018

Bartholomew Consolidated School Corporation in Indiana offers BYOD as an option to accompany 1:1. It should not be a technology department initiative,” says Paul Sanfrancesco, director of technology for Pennsylvania’s Owen J. You need buy-in, with curriculum, and technology teams working together.”

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Graphite Blog

DECEMBER 31, 2014

Lifting the cell phone ban means that students are no longer prohibited from bringing their phones to schools; however, it does not mandate that schools use phones or other personal devices for learning. Lisa Nielsen, director of digital engagement and learning at the NYC DOE, shares how the district is preparing schools to move forward. “An

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 15, 2016

Department of Education’s Office of Education Technology, librarians are at the forefront of helping schools become future ready. However, too often librarians are left out of the planning process for infrastructure and devices, professional learning for teachers, and digital content strategies—areas where they often have expertise.

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Learning with 'e's

OCTOBER 10, 2013

Mobile technology is a game changer. I have previously written on this blog about how mobile technology can give the edge and also about some of the social implications of learning on the move. Mobile devices are clearly a boon for collaborative learning, especially for those who find themselves constantly on the move.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 20, 2018

During the conference, ISTE opened enrollment for ISTE U , an online professional learning hub for teachers and leaders to build critical skills for teaching and learning in a digital world. The base has a universal device slot that fits almost any iOS device, including iPad Pro 12.9”, making it convenient for BYOD classrooms.

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Shake Up Learning

APRIL 17, 2017

And as the long-term poor relation, math is now facing an even bigger threat to its popularity in the classroom – technology. But the benefits of technology haven’t been enjoyed equally across all subjects. There have been many efforts to introduce technology into math classes as well.

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EdTechTeam

APRIL 30, 2020

Currently, Natasha is a Digital Learning Specialist for Atlanta Public Schools. Natasha was selected to take part in the first cohort of Our Voice Academy through EdTechTeam, a group of minority educational technology leaders from across the nation. Natasha has presented at both the local and national level.

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 27, 2016

The Alliance for Excellent Education (the Alliance) launched its Future Ready Schools (FRS) initiative in October 2014 with the aim of leveraging technology and connectivity to personalize and transform learning. Districts realize the devices alone don’t personalize learning. Department of Education.

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edWeb.net

JULY 10, 2018

Dr. Nesbitt has been a teacher, instructional and technology coach, consultant, coordinator and director. She is now the executive director of technology for the School District of Pickens County in South Carolina. She currently serves as an instructional technology coach for the School District of Pickens County in South Carolina.

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EdTechTeam

JUNE 4, 2020

Join Twitter and grow your Professional Learning Network (PLN). Currently, Natasha is a Digital Learning Specialist for Atlanta Public Schools. Natasha was selected to take part in the first cohort of Our Voice Academy through EdTechTeam, a group of minority educational technology leaders from across the nation.

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The PL2C Blog

MAY 2, 2018

Without professional development, educators become stuck in a rut, not knowing what best practices are and how to implement change in their school. This network has given me best practices, protocols, a professional learning network, and has changed the culture of both schools in which I have worked.

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TeachThought - Learn better.

MAY 2, 2015

Google Classroom is quietly becoming the most powerful tool in education technology. It may lack the visual appeal of iPads, or the student credibility of a BYOD program. Share data with professional learning community. Encourage students to use their smartphones for formal learning. Tag your curriculum.

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edWeb.net

MARCH 7, 2023

Sponsored by ClassLink Technology equity has evolved over the years, and we must be open to the needs of tomorrow, next year, and five years down the road. The panelists prioritize equity in their districts by initiating policies for equitable access and effective use of technology.

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EdTechSandyK

APRIL 8, 2014

When focusing on 1:1, iPads, etc: Focus on teaching teachers to give better feedback and students to self-assess instead of the technology. Good apps for creating tutorials: Explain Everything, Screen Chomp, Educreations District #2 : Revisiting their BYOD initiative. In library they are using stop motion technology to develop stories.

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edWeb.net

JANUARY 18, 2023

Total Cost of Ownership Educational technology comes with direct and indirect costs. Using the total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis addresses the initial investment and the operational and support costs over the life of the investment for a district’s technology environment.

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 10, 2021

Social-emotional learning (SEL) and technology might not seem like natural partners. But, according to the presenters in the edWebinar, “ Social-Emotional Learning: Leveraging Technology to Care for All,” sponsored by ClassLink and co-hosted by CoSN and AASA , technology is an essential part of their programs.

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edWeb.net

MAY 9, 2023

Sponsored by ClassLink Through the Driving K-12 Innovation series, CoSN continues to share high-quality trend reports supporting emerging technology in K-12 education to transform learning. Educators must consider how social-emotional needs are enhanced or diminished with varying technology uses and reimaging norms.

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Graphite Blog

JUNE 26, 2015

Technology clearly plays a role, but it's not the driver. Learning is always the goal, with pedagogy and curricula as the driver. Technology, in this context, is the accelerator. Which technology is right for your school or district? Upcoming Webinars: It's About the Learning, Not the Technology … Until It Breaks.

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EdTechTeam

MARCH 9, 2020

Currently, Natasha is a Digital Learning Specialist for Atlanta Public Schools. Natasha was selected to take part in the first cohort of Our Voice Academy through EdTechTeam, a group of minority educational technology leaders from across the nation. Natasha has presented at both the local and national level.

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edWeb.net

JANUARY 26, 2023

Sponsored by ClassLink While giving all students access to high-speed internet and a working computer are strong steps towards creating equitable learning opportunities, there’s one area schools often miss: technical assistance for students with learning differences. There are some items, like larger monitors, they can have ready.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

SEPTEMBER 30, 2013

A practical discussion of how professional learning educators do every day in online communities and networks can be formally recognized and impact formal PD, led by a panel of educators at all levels, including Al Byers, Darren Cambridge, Pam Moran, and Eric Sheninger, who are already engaged in making it happen, Steve Hargadon facilitating.

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EdTechTeacher

MARCH 6, 2015

Eric Sheninger, Senior Fellow and Thought Leader on Digital Leadership with the International Center for Leadership in Education (ICLE) and Scholastic Achievement Partners (SAP) , kicked off the 2015 Leading Future Learning conference with his keynote on Digital Leadership. They want to be engaged in learning.

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Fractus Learning

MARCH 24, 2015

The school’s IT set up is all that anyone could ask for; 1:1 iPads in Years 8-10, a BYOD program in senior classes and three well equipped computer labs. The two former students who run the IT Centre have a level of technological expertise that I truly envy and this has enabled them to build an excellent school network.

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My Island View

JULY 7, 2016

Edcamps, One-to-One initiatives, Flipped Class, BYOD and connected collaboration were all topics discussed and vetted long before they were even recognized in the brick and mortar world of education. Social media for professional relationships has added a whole new level to any antiquated model of educational conferencing.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

In “ Leadership Strategies for Scaling, Sustaining, and Budgeting for Education Technology Innovations ,” three education leaders discussed critical strategic technology planning and investments implemented in their districts to scale and sustain long-term innovation effectively. Sustaining. Scaling Innovation.

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edWeb.net

MARCH 21, 2022

Michael Conner, Superintendent of the Middletown Public Schools (CT), there may now be a need for “strategic abandonment” of software and systems that do not work well with other parts of a district’s technology infrastructure. ClassLink Roster Server easily and securely delivers class rosters to any publisher using open technology standards.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

SEPTEMBER 26, 2013

Personalized Learning" Panel October 2 , 7:00-8:30 PM ET How close are we to realizing the dream of true personalized learning, what still has to happen, and what practical steps can educators take using connected technologies to personalize more today?

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

MARCH 22, 2013

TICAL (the Technology Information Center for Administrative Leadership) is the founding partner of the conference. O''Neil, Technology Coordinator How Can Mainstream Education Meet The Needs of Post-Modern Society? - We teach based on our belief of how students learn. - The Bearded Dog (a.k.a. Cook Leading Schools in a Web 2.0

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edWeb.net

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Many school districts are now going through a process of determining which pandemic-related practices should be kept, improved, or discarded, and the use of remote and blended learning technologies is frequently being raised during these types of discussions. Professional Learning, Family Connections, and Community Engagement.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

MARCH 25, 2014

Blended Learning Cohorts for Powerful and Sustainable Professional Development - Chad Fairey, Head of School The Easy and Hard Problems in the Transformational Use of Digital Media in Schools - James Bosco, Professor Emeritus What are the traits of an effective Elementary Physical Education program in today''s world - Francis J.

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TeacherCast

DECEMBER 16, 2015

Jeffrey Bradbury is clearly an innovator and a mover and shaker in the educational technology world. Technology Integrationist February 17, 2015 by Miss Rumphius from United States I learn so much from this team. I always take what I learn and teach other teachers. The podcast on BYOD is awesome! Great Podcasts!

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TeacherCast

NOVEMBER 29, 2015

The TechEducator Podcast is a weekly round table discussion about current topics in educational technology. Jeffrey Bradbury is clearly an innovator and a mover and shaker in the educational technology world. Technology Integrationist February 17, 2015 by Miss Rumphius from United States I learn so much from this team.

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