Neo LMS

DECEMBER 17, 2019

Finding time to engage in professional learning can present a challenge for educators. As a result, some teachers decide to stay in the classroom because missing out on that time with students is too difficult. Social Media. Schools have been starting to provide time for PLCs, or professional learning communities.

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A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 14, 2021

While the challenges schools have faced during the pandemic are often portrayed in the media, some notable changes to practice have occurred. Each day I am in awe as I see innovation in action shared on social media, especially in the areas of blended, remote, and hybrid pedagogy. The interactive classroom can be accessed HERE.

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Neo LMS

JULY 5, 2022

When it came to professional development, in the absence of being together in the physical space, we had to explore and learn what worked the best. Leveraging the right digital tools and spaces, we were able to keep learning going and continue to build our professional learning communities.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 15, 2020

Blended Learning In my opinion, the best 21st-century classrooms are “bricks” and “clicks,” blending together the best of face-to-face and online. Blended learning is not new. Blended Learning Classrooms are made of “bricks’ and “clicks” and every teacher should be ready. Learn How 2.

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 22, 2020

Educators now shoulder the burden to create lessons and activities that will enable students to learn at home. Virtually none have received extensive professional learning in this area. If the plan is to just “deliver” content though video, this constitutes no real difference from direct instruction in the classroom.

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A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 9, 2021

They shared how teachers got better using technology, reached out more for feedback, collaborated more, and improved classroom management. All in all, these are all great examples of progress in difficult times. What are your exemplars of effective remote or hybrid teaching and learning, and why?

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Discovery Education , the worldwide edtech leader, today announced that the Spanish and English versions of Science Techbook for Texas by Discovery Education for K-8 and Biology students is now available for use in classrooms statewide. Learn more about Science Techbook for Texas by Discovery Education here.

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edWeb.net

AUGUST 7, 2019

During her presentation “Measuring and Sustaining Professional Learning Through Micro-Credentials,” Odelia Younge, senior project director for educator micro-credentials at Digital Promise, explained the key elements of micro-credentials, how they work, and what differentiates them from other professional development.

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A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 29, 2017

Practices such as BYOD, 1:1, blended learning, personalized learning, classroom and school redesign, branding, makerspaces, professional learning, etc. The DPA creates the context for our work with leaders and teachers, providing authentic baseline data to support personalized professional learning.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 12, 2021

Over the past year teachers have been bombarded by colleagues, administrators, and social media pundits on which platforms can best serve them and their students. Nearpod or Pear Deck, Google Classroom or Canvas, Flipgrid or Adobe Spark? What did one do?

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A Principal's Reflections

SEPTEMBER 4, 2016

With the evolution of social media yet another responsibility was added to my plate in the form of digital leadership. Not only was I not in classrooms enough, but also the level of feedback provided through the lens of a narrative report did very little to improve teaching and learning both in and out of the classroom.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Keith Krueger, CEO of the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN) and panel moderator, started by explaining that 72% of classrooms have students with identified additional learning needs and asked the panelists about what elements they’d recommend schools consider when creating inclusive learning spaces.

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A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 17, 2021

At the individual level, intrinsic motivation drives educators to actively seek opportunities that support their diverse learning interests and needs. Social media has played a considerable role in this area over the years, demonstrating the power of Personal Learning Networks (PLNs) with learning anytime, anywhere, and with anyone.

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Edsurge

MAY 13, 2020

At a time when millions of educators have been thrown into remote learning with no formal training, any answer to that question might seem too good to be true. But for now, some experts say to start simple: Take a short online course, for example, to see what students experience.

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21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

It helps us by learning, solving problems, and making decisions, just like we do! It can make learning more personalized for each student. For example, it can figure out what each student needs help with and give them special lessons just for them. Give four real world examples for each. In education, AI can be helpful.

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Hapara

JUNE 21, 2023

It’s not surprising that the majority of that screen time is dedicated to watching online videos and hanging out on social media platforms. So it’s important for kids and teens to learn how to use online platforms in safe and healthy ways. Kids and teens communicate through texting, social media and school email.

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eSchool News

JULY 25, 2023

Click below to listen and scroll down for details and selected edited highlights: Creating Curious Classrooms is a free professional learning series for school and science curriculum leaders that takes a fresh approach to how the latest digital resources and tools can be integrated into instruction to drive engagement.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Based on the inspiring work that has been supported by educators leading The Reading League chapters, I can confidently predict that educators will continue to be hungry to understand how to bring evidence-aligned practices and materials into their classrooms.

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 5, 2017

When someone else controls the narrative, chances are it might not paint an accurate picture of what is truly happening in your classroom, school, or district. Check out an example HERE. Want to share content like this across multiple social media platforms with one tool to save time? If so check out IFTTT.

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Hapara

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Improved motivation for nontraditional learners Learning that is self-determined and inquiry-based has been shown to improve student motivation, often reaching students who haven’t responded well to systematic education. The voice and choice element promotes learner equity as evidenced in examples of project-based learning.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Our hope is for students to see themselves in these roles, inspiring their ambitions beyond the classroom.” An accompanying educator guide and multiple classroom activities provide teachers with materials and activities for before, during, and after the virtual field trip. Discovery Education serves approximately 4.5

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Shake Up Learning

JANUARY 30, 2020

Carly not only created the template, but she has also implemented it in her classroom and shares her story in the guest post below. Carly was also featured in an “On-Air” Coaching episode of the Shake Up Learning Show. Leveraging social media to teach students has been a huge win for me in the classroom.

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Tom Murray

MAY 14, 2017

School leaders begin to make their plans for the summer months; from professional learning days to administrative PLCs. Each book – although very different in nature – supports dynamic teaching and learning practices. Go the Way Leading by example is a way of life for the very best. Check them out!

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edWeb.net

MARCH 19, 2019

Whether providing lessons for sick kids or giving parents a weekly update on classroom activities, livestreams and podcasts offer teachers yet another way to connect with their students and families. Moreover, he’s also seen many educators use the technology for professional development.

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A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 7, 2018

When I work with schools, especially in a coaching role, I routinely ask educators to share with me how they are empowering students to own their learning or ways in which they are transforming teaching, learning, and leadership. The bottom line is that if you don’t tell your story then someone else will.

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A Principal's Reflections

NOVEMBER 8, 2015

.” – Eric Sheninger If you are reading this blog, trying out new ideas, implementing innovative strategies, or attending meaningful professional learning opportunities then chances are you embrace change. In all of the examples mentioned above, or others that I have failed to list, the desire to change is clearly evident to you.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 10, 2022

resources help students build the important critical thinking, collaboration, and communication skills needed for success beyond the classroom. The program’s digital tools can be accessed online at Innovation-Gen.com and through Discovery Education’s K-12 learning platform on the Social Impact channel. .

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The Principal of Change

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

I love this reminder on the needs of students as they enter the classroom this year: As a response and important reminder, Al Smith shares the need for building relationships is essential before, during, and after this time as well. I love this example of a school in Brazil connecting with a retirement home in Chicago.

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edWeb.net

JULY 10, 2017

In “ Snapchat: Creating an Engaging Learning Experience ,” Shannon Holden, Assistant Principal, Republic Middle School, MO, reviewed why educators should consider bringing the app into their classrooms and specific ideas on how to integrate the app into their lessons. This broadcast was hosted by edWeb.net.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 12, 2022

In “ How to Improve Student Assessment and Learning with Asynchronous Video ,” panelists discussed the key benefits and challenges of using video assessments. For example, if a student is studying music, a demonstration of the skills can be more aligned with the course’s goals. Challenges. Join the Community.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 31, 2018

Or maybe they’re happy in their classroom now being a teacher, but all all of them are either attaining or will be looking for jobs this spring. We’re in a situation now that we can jump on social media and share and grow with each other, and my goal is to be able to connect people. Vicki: You are passionate about mentoring.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

An example application of the grant funds includes Roseland Montessori’s implementation of a mobile STEM lab to connect students to STEM learning during distance learning necessitated by the pandemic. leader whose state-of-the-art digital platform supports learning wherever it takes place.

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The Web20Classroom

JUNE 19, 2019

ISTE is one of our favorite conferences because we get to reconnect, face-to-face with those edufriends we haven't seen in the past year, we get to learn with some incredible minds in the field, and we get a sense of what schools and districts are thinking about as they look to the future of learning. Push yourself.

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Edsurge

MAY 9, 2018

We can’t wait years because these kids need to get college and career ready, and we’re not doing that by over-scripting lessons,” says Ormiston, a former classroom teacher who now works out of Chicago as a consultant, spending her time speaking, working with schools and writing. And the students are the ones most impacted. “We

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Digital Promise

MARCH 16, 2015

In the previous post, we discussed building authentic cultures of professional learning. Today, we explore one of the design principles at the heart of micro-credentials – embracing learning as continuous process. This is where continuous learning can really shine. This is where continuous learning can really shine.

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Adjusting Course

NOVEMBER 27, 2019

I joined Twitter in 2012, and since that time I’ve had the chance to experience the power of a Professional Learning Network (PLN) firsthand. An example of this is a connected literacy project we’re trying. Sometimes it’s hard to believe how powerful the devices we casually tuck in our pockets really are.

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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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