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How to succeed with online PD for teachers

Neo LMS

For example, if schools want teachers to manage their time better, they should try to reduce the admin work before creating online courses on time management. building a personal learning network online. Online learning is not about absorbing information in front of a screen. Provide opportunities to practice.

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Autonomy Breeds Change

A Principal's Reflections

They desperately sought time during the school day to engage in professional growth opportunities, learn how to integrate Web 2.0 tools, and develop their own Personal Learning Networks (PLN’s). Jerry provided examples of how he has integrated specific concepts and insights learned from each book.

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The Fault Lines Between Sharing and Shilling for an Edtech Product

Edsurge

At issue is whether “ambassador” programs and other branding efforts, wherein companies give teachers T-shirts, gift cards and other perks, constitute ethical violations. Nicholas Provenzano, one of two teachers featured in the piece, wrote to clarify his decision-making before agreeing to work with companies. “I

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How to Champion the Four C’s in the Classroom

Kyle Pace

While it’s great to have so many choices, this is also what can hold a teacher back from trying something new in their classroom–especially if the tool is cumbersome or does not show meaningful purpose in students’ learning. It’s safe to say… both educators and companies can do their part. What Companies Should Do.

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Three Ways That Rural States Can Become the Hotbeds for School Edtech Innovation

Edsurge

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. We can be the example. 2016 Wyoming Google Summit.

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How to Champion the Four C’s in the Classroom

Kyle Pace

While it’s great to have so many choices, this is also what can hold a teacher back from trying something new in their classroom–especially if the tool is cumbersome or does not show meaningful purpose in students’ learning. It’s safe to say… both educators and companies can do their part. What Companies Should Do.

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Looking Back At 2010 And Looking Forward To 2011.

The Web20Classroom

Here is an example I use a lot where I asked people to give me their thoughts on what a PLN (Personal Learning Network) means to them. So education related companies are going to have to be innovative in the apps they create for these devices. Kids draw images representing what their year will be like. Need ideas?

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