A Principal's Reflections

MAY 10, 2020

Education will not be the same. In the case of schools, there has been a dramatic shift to remote learning that has allowed all of us to reflect on where we are, but more importantly, where we want and need to be in the near future. Now before you think that this is a “doom and gloom” outlook, let me elaborate.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 3, 2018

Personalized Learning and Digital Tools Weave Strong Fabric for Student Success. have an overabundance of responsibilities, not the least of which is educating hundreds of eager minds each year and then sending them out into the world. Personalized Learning Aids All Students. meghan.bogardu…. Teachers in the U.S.

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Digital Promise

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Imagine a world where every learner has the capacity and drive to learn for life. At the Institute for Personalized Learning , we focus on bringing this vision to life in our work with education leaders and practitioners. Muskego-Norway is also being intentional about having the voice of adult learners drive this process.

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A Principal's Reflections

NOVEMBER 1, 2020

Educators are stressed, worn-out, and constantly wondering when the pandemic will end. The fact remains that there was no professional learning to prepare for the reality that everyone is facing nor a plan for something like COVID19. Through it all, though, educators have risen to the occasion like never before.

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EdNews Daily

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

The blue-collar aspect of education reinforces this meme: Teachers work the trenches; Administrators supervise; Superintendents are the top brass. Lack of professional opportunities to develop this complex skill set is leading to frustration and an exodus is building. Education will be no different. Not so with educators.

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edWeb.net

MAY 1, 2023

Tutoring for Schools will provide thought-provoking discussions, conveniently recorded edLeader Panels and podcasts designed for real-time learning, and monthly blog posts with strategies to scale tutoring district wide and improve student outcomes. Educators can register to attend the live event or receive the recording here.

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A Principal's Reflections

MAY 1, 2022

With all the disruption we have and will continue to see, changes to how we educate kids must be considered. We often see a great deal of investment in an array of ideas, strategies, and solutions with the goal of improving learning for all kids. The pursuit of improvement is a never-ending journey.

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Catlin Tucker

APRIL 11, 2021

” I hope educators and educational institutions use this year and the lessons learned to reimagine “school” and how we design and facilitate learning. Since the pandemic began, I’ve worked with thousands of school leaders and educators. Yet, I worry that won’t happen.

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Digital Promise

MAY 10, 2021

After a year of fast-paced, high-pressure decision making, you’re now called on to figure out which edtech products will support your learners and educators. Should you continue to use the products you implemented before the rush to distance learning? What professional learning is required to support educators with implementation?

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A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 30, 2022

Leading professional learning, teaching a lesson, participating in a PLC (professional learning community), or flipping a faculty meeting are all ways that leaders can model the same practices that they want their staff to embrace. This was a direct follow-up to the model lesson for educators.

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Digital Promise

JUNE 5, 2019

In this series, we take a closer look inside our new paper, “ Micro-credentials and Education Policy in the United States: Recognizing Learning and Leadership for Our Nation’s Teachers.”. Education policy issues must be addressed first.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 16, 2021

16, 2021) – Lexia® Learning, a Cambium Learning® Group company, announced today that all schools throughout Alabama can now boost literacy instruction via LETRS® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) professional learning. BOSTON (Aug. showed growth in knowledge.

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A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 18, 2020

As educators continue to grapple with these challenges, lessons have materialized that can pave the way for needed change. Education can ill afford to revert back to the way things were done in many districts and schools. A move to real personalized learning at scale is the most logical step.

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eSchool News

MARCH 1, 2023

Leading education companies Curriculum Associates and Corwin are partnering to help districts nationwide elevate teaching and learning practices that most impact student growth. Additionally, Hattie will now serve as a technical advisor for i-Ready Assessment, bringing over 30 years of research on what works best to improve learning.

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A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 23, 2022

If it’s true that life is a test, then the COVID-19 pandemic represents the most challenging one education and everyone in the field has ever faced. Not a single person is unaffected, and everyone needs help in some form or another. If we burn out teachers our education system will never meet the needs of learners.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

. — PowerSchool (NYSE: PWSC), the leading provider of cloud-based software for K-12 education in North America, today announced updates to its PowerSchool Unified Classroom ® and PowerSchool Unified Insights solutions. fourth and eighth graders with math scores having the largest declines since NAEP testing began in 1990.

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 2, 2023

Developing and implementing professional learning is also an effective way to lead by example and build better relationships with staff. Creating or further developing a Personal Learning Network (PLN) is also essential to access 24/7 ideas, strategies, feedback, resources, and support.

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A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 5, 2021

These are challenging times, and I cannot express my gratitude enough to dedicated and resilient educators who continue to show up for kids and each other. Educator voice is critical and even more so now as people are burnt out and emotionally drained. It’s no shock that their number one response is time.

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Ditch That Textbook

DECEMBER 15, 2017

For me, professional development has often meant sitting through a staff-wide meeting about topics with limited interest and little time to practice hands-on. That kind of professional learning stinks. Thankfully, we have TONS of options for fun, hands-on, relevant professional learning — on our own terms.

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A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

Technology has the potential to transform teaching and learning in a number of ways. One way it can be used to transform teaching and learning is by providing students with access to a wealth of information, including multimedia resources, educational apps, and online databases.

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 10, 2016

Since 2009 I have been a huge believer and advocate for connected learning and the formation of Personal Learning Networks (PLN’s). Now don't get me wrong, I still highly value face-to-face experiences, as there are some natural limits to learning exclusively in a social media vacuum. sure to check out the Leadership 3.0

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

More than ever, we need to connect with others who can help us find the innovative solutions and opportunities hidden within this disruption of education-as-usual. More than ever, we need to connect with others who can help us find the innovative solutions and opportunities hidden within this disruption of education-as-usual.

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Education Elements

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

Why Pursue Personalized Learning? First, we needed to strengthen and monitor our professional learning communities in an effort to evaluate, interpret and utilize data for personalized learning and differentiated instruction to increase learning and growth.

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 7, 2022

Thus, educators need not only a vision for how to personalize learning effectively but also essential supports that will help to ensure success. The most crucial aspect when it comes to personalizing learning is the teacher in the classroom.

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A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 16, 2023

Education is still reeling from the impacts of COVID-19. The rapid shift to virtual learning was a necessity and, like always, educators rose to the occasion like they always do even though training in this area didn’t really exist at scale. Below are some resources I created to help educators with effective implementation.

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A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 20, 2020

Marine I love working with educators. Even though I am often the facilitator of learning, I always seek out opportunities to put myself into the shoes of those doing the day-to-day work and then use this as an opportunity to reflect on my practice. My partner in crime was Belinda Kuck, who is the Director of Teaching and Learning.

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A Principal's Reflections

MAY 22, 2022

Hence, the message to all of us is that improving our practice is always possible, especially in the field of education. I genuinely believe that each and every educator has an innate desire to grow, but there are often stumbling blocks along the way that delay or derail an initiative. Or is there?

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Tom Murray

DECEMBER 26, 2013

Recently, I had the opportunity to record a Google Hangout with four connected educators on “Growing Your PLN.” What is a personal learning network? A Personal Learning Network is an informal learning network that enables an individual to work'

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 13, 2022

There are many digital tools available to educators these days, which often creates an overwhelming feeling. Asynchronous Personalized Learning The critical tenet of personalized learning is all learners getting what they need when and where they need it.

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A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 6, 2022

In Disruptive Thinking in Our Classrooms , I honed in on research-based strategies that have withstood the test of time in addition to emerging strategies such as personalized learning. Toned Down Choices I am a huge fan of personalization through blended learning as a way to ensure equitable learning in and out of the classroom.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 2, 2021

1, 2021) –– The Kansas State Board of Education is providing statewide access to LETRS® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) professional learning for educators in prekindergarten through third grade to individuals entering the early education field. About Cambium Learning Group.

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Digital Promise

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

Which education challenges are schools and districts prioritizing? Survey Results Highlight Priority Education Challenges. Social-emotional learning (#2). Personalized learning (#4). Real world learning (#8). Student engagement (#3). Teaching with technology (#7).

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A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 5, 2023

Learn from more experienced leaders : Seek out mentors or coaches who can provide guidance and support as you develop. This can help you to identify areas where you need to focus your professional learning efforts. Stay current on trends and best practices in the education field.

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eSchool News

MAY 16, 2023

WASHINGTON (PRWEB) — In celebration of the 38th annual SIIA CODiE Awards, the Software & Information Industry Association (SIIA) announced Education Technology finalists. Their innovations stand to improve the teaching and learning experience for teachers and students here in the U.S. and globally.

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eSchool News

JUNE 29, 2022

BOSTON (June 29, 2022) – Cicero School District 99 in Illinois has adopted Lexia LETRS® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) professional learning programs for its teachers and administrators. It also offers professional learning sessions led by national LETRS experts. LETRS for Administrators.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 25, 2021

The field of education is no less affected by these technologies. AI shows up in instructional chatbots, personalized learning systems and administrative tools. In K-12 education, a focus on ethical considerations is of critical importance. Furthermore, educators are not the only ones using AI technologies.

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 31, 2018

Bake Professional Development into Your Education Pizza. Professional Development Is the Foundation You Knead. Professional learning is the crust of your technology program. Some school districts spend millions of dollars on technology , then have no money left over for much-needed professional learning.

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