TeacherCast

OCTOBER 16, 2021

Your Instructional Coaching Department Mission Statement, in reflection of this definition, needs to be crafted as an official document and widely recognized in the school district by all members. To create a pathway of learning for staff members to become members of globally recognized professional learning communities.

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edWeb.net

JUNE 4, 2021

In the edWebinar, “ Roadmap for Making the Best Decisions with Your ARP Funding,” sponsored by Project Tomorrow , the presenters offered advice to vendors on how to become partners in this new education environment. Vendors should make sure they can show buyers how their products can provide an individual educational experience.

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Digital Promise

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

James Tiggeman Digital Learning Coordinator, Irving Independent School District. Results of a recent survey of educators at participating schools conducted by our partner Westat agreed with Lubas’ sentiment, showing that prior experience integrating technology into learning made the shift to distance learning smoother.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 5, 2022

She covers ten essential points for being a successful education technology coach based on her research and her personal coaching of instructional technology coaches and teachers. Vicki Davis: Today’s sponsor is Lum.io , an award-winning digital learning tool that will transform your lessons into active, collaborative learning experiences.

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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. No matter what you call it–blended PD, virtual PD, online PD, remote PD, or hybrid PD, we need to rethink our professional learning methods.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 3, 2021

This summer, educators need to get some rest so that we can be our best. However, our professional accreditation requirements are still on track and need to be renewed, as we have to learn and up our abilities for the fall. Social-Emotional Learning. We have to relate to educate.

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More Verbs

OCTOBER 2, 2016

We are excited to have added Amanda Nguyen and Sean Malone to the Learning Through Technology Team. Each is a Maine native, a veteran educator, and a leader in learning technology. Focusing on using technology for purposeful learning experiences (not on the tools and devices themselves). New Staff Members. Request PD.

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More Verbs

OCTOBER 5, 2016

We are excited to have added Amanda Nguyen and Sean Malone to the Learning Through Technology Team. Each is a Maine native, a veteran educator, and a leader in learning technology. District Tech Plans, the Maine Learning Technology Framework, and BrightBytes. Participate in Professional Learning – Resources.

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Shake Up Learning

MARCH 16, 2021

Watch this quick video to learn how! Subscribe to Shake Up Learning on YouTube. OR, watch it on TikTok! Blended Learning with Google Toolkit for Teachers. Ready to take digital learning to the next level? Today, I am walking you through each step sharing proven strategies to increase learning and engagement.

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Shake Up Learning

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

CLICK HERE to access: Teaching Digitally Resource Guide. Driven by the needs of the pandemic, Nadine put together this professional learning guide for her teachers at Franklin Township in Indiana. Types of Learning. The Table of Contents. Essential Skills for Teachers and Students.

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techlearning

SEPTEMBER 18, 2018

As an educator who has built my career during the 21st Century, I've found that my fellow education professionals often classify themselves in one of two categories: Specialize in curriculum (often in one specific subject area) Specialize in technology (either as part of IT or integration) This is a mistake.

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EdNews Daily

DECEMBER 20, 2019

The Learning Counsel, a leading education research institute and news media hub, announced this year’s National Digital Transition Survey Award winners at its 2019 National Gathering held in Dallas, TX. Four different categories of proficiency were celebrated in the National Digital Transition Survey Awards.

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edWeb.net

APRIL 17, 2022

For decades educators have known that children who can read on grade level by the third grade stand a much better chance of succeeding in school and in life. From grade school through retirement, EVERFI’s free digital education curriculums empower learners of all ages to make safe, smart, and informed decisions.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

First, Whitehead says educators and students need to be using the same definitions for the same terms, such as news literacy and fake news. For her students, Whitehead often uses definitions from the Stony Brook University Center for News Literacy. This edWeb broadcast was sponsored by Britannica Digital Learning.

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edWeb.net

JANUARY 14, 2020

Learning is evolving on several fronts with regards to technology. First, educators recognize that students are moving beyond just acquiring information to gaining knowledge, where they’ve absorbed information and can put it into practice. There are also thousands of podcasts that educators can use for their audio lessons.

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edWeb.net

JUNE 13, 2019

According to Davis, Fuller, Jackson, Pittman, and Sweet (2007) , the definition of digital equity is “equal access and opportunity to digital tools, resources, and services to support an increase in digital knowledge, awareness, and skills.” Professional Learning. Honest Conversation.

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edWeb.net

JUNE 12, 2019

However, said Jamie Knowles, Senior Manager of Educator Professional Learning Programs at Common Sense Media, social media also has the ability to help users share their stories and shed a positive light on their activities. This edWeb broadcast was hosted by Common Sense Education and sponsored by Symantec.

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TeacherCast

FEBRUARY 9, 2019

You know how hard it is to be in charge of professional learning for hundreds of teachers and are often reaching out to your PLN to get the best answers, tips, and tricks so you can bring them into the classroom. Each week we will share with you our latest posts, lesson plans, podcasts, and professional development opportunities.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 17, 2017

In Massachusetts, an emerging partnership between private funders and the state department of education aims to help teachers across the Commonwealth learn, share and spread best practices when it comes to leveraging new instructional models and technologies. Personalized Learning, Personal Meanings.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 28, 2016

My journey as an educator began thirty years ago and—I’ll admit—references to personalized learning were never mentioned or formally discussed back then. Notice, I said “students,” but let’s remember that lifelong learning is for all—including those educators who have direct impact on students.

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techlearning

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

In my work with Discovery Education, I help schools across the country create modern digital learning environments. Therefore, I often have the opportunity to sit with school administrators at all levels and hear first-hand their thoughts on education. This is natural. You can reach Brad at brad_fountain@discovery.com.

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Graphite Blog

JUNE 6, 2016

During the school year, the professional learning we receive can be very district- or campus-centered. According to Malcolm Knowles' theories in adult learning, we should: Be task-oriented -- not only focused on memorization. If you are a classroom teacher, the following learning paths or opportunities may be ideal for you.

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Graphite Blog

JUNE 6, 2016

During the school year, the professional learning we receive can be very district- or campus-centered. According to Malcolm Knowles' theories in adult learning, we should: Be task-oriented -- not only focused on memorization. If you are a classroom teacher, the following learning paths or opportunities may be ideal for you.

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Graphite Blog

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

Teachers are no strangers to differentiating instruction for their students, and neither are instructional coaches and digital learning facilitators. This isn't the norm in professional learning. This year, I decided to make a change in my approach as a digital learning facilitator.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 30, 2017

As Education Elements has worked with districts across the country, we’ve found a few simple guidelines can help make the visioning process invigorating and inspiring rather than routine or frustrating. And there are definitely times when you do not. Long, awkward silences may follow periods of disagreement.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 28, 2017

As Education Elements has worked with districts across the country, we’ve found a few simple guidelines can help make the visioning process invigorating and inspiring rather than routine or frustrating. And there are definitely times when you do not. Long, awkward silences may follow periods of disagreement.

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The PL2C Blog

AUGUST 24, 2014

In the spring of 2014, a team from the Friday Institute for Educational Innovation launched to first rendition of a Massive Open Online Course for Educators (MOOC-Ed), titled Coaching Digital Learning | Cultivating a Culture of Change (CDL). Definitely a learning experience. Twitter Data.

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EdTechTeam

JANUARY 30, 2019

By general definition, imposter syndrome is when someone doubts their accomplishments, and fears to be viewed as a fraud despite high achievements. We project the imposter syndrome differently: We can turn it inward exactly by definition. Not much of what I’ve studied in formal education prepared me for the role I play now.

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RafranzDavis.com

JUNE 2, 2016

I know in my heart that our students will benefit greatly from these experiences and when I told her that we would be continuing this learning throughout the school year, her joy at hearing that was even more inspiring and also quite critical. Makerspaces for everyone y’all!!). We literally bonded over “fear” Imagine that!

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eSchool News

MAY 31, 2016

As we collectively elevate teaching so that it may sit comfortably alongside other highly respected and important professions, we must think carefully about how to provide higher-quality, effective continuing education for teaching. I am urgent when I see what my colleague down the hall is doing and I want to get better.

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EdTechTeam

FEBRUARY 5, 2020

Here are 5 lessons I’ve learned as an instructional coach. . Let’s face it – I’m definitely a type A personality. My staff was not used to having an instructional coach on campus every day and they definitely took me up on my offer to help whenever possible. No two days are the same, and things rarely go according to plan.

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RafranzDavis.com

OCTOBER 26, 2015

To be clear, I do take issue with the idea of being “future ready” but only because of my own personal hangups with the phrase itself and its literal definition.

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Reading By Example

FEBRUARY 6, 2015

What does it mean to be “connected”, as a professional and a learner? I think it is a working definition for many educators, myself included. Just as student learning can become more personalized with technology in the school mix, so to should professional learning. That works for me.

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Educator Innovator

JUNE 29, 2015

I always cringe when educational pundits talk about evaluating teachers according to “value-added” assessment models, as if the value that teachers offer their students could be easily quantified or evaluated according to any standardized metric.

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Shake Up Learning

JUNE 3, 2015

Department of Education with Edcampers from across the U.S. The room was filled with many members of my PLN, some I have never met in person, and many new educational leaders I was ecstatic to meet ( see the list of Edcampers )! Secretary of Education, Arne Duncan, happened to make a surprise appearance! Oh, and the U.S.

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Digital Promise

FEBRUARY 8, 2016

now live in poverty, a mark hit in 2013 for the first time in 50 years, according to the Southern Education Foundation. For these students, poverty brings a host of other disadvantages, most beyond the school district’s control: broken homes, transient living situations, and a lack of educational support at home. to 11:30 p.m,

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Digital Promise

FEBRUARY 8, 2016

now live in poverty, a mark hit in 2013 for the first time in 50 years, according to the Southern Education Foundation. For these students, poverty brings a host of other disadvantages, most beyond the school district’s control: broken homes, transient living situations, and a lack of educational support at home. to 11:30 p.m,

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