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The Professional Learning Sweet Spot

A Principal's Reflections

In March of 2009, I began to use Twitter, and it was at this time that I began to create a Personal Learning Network (PLN). On-going and job-embedded experiences lead to sustained changes to practice and improve student outcomes when it comes to results. I think the same can be said when it comes to the learners we serve.

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Digital Leadership – LIVE Blog of Eric Sheninger Keynote at Leading Future Learning 2015

EdTechTeacher

They want to be engaged in learning. However, technology is a tool and not a learning outcome. Technology is to expand learning, amplify voice, and put them in positions to have powerful discussions. ” The focus was always on learning, and they began by creating an Academies model inside of the school.

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Uncommon Learning

A Principal's Reflections

The book focuses on the following innovative practices: Digital learning across the curriculum : Today’s learner yearns to use real-world tools to do real-world work. Effective digital learning environments focus on learning outcomes as opposed to the tools themselves.