The 21st Century Principal

APRIL 9, 2013

There are obviously quite a few social media resources available to school leaders on the Web, but finding high-quality information can be difficult. Here are some books that I consider vital for school leaders seeking to learn as much as they can about its potential to enhance leadership and education.

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The 21st Century Principal

FEBRUARY 17, 2013

In his book, The New Rules of Marketing & PR , David Meerman Scott perhaps captures why a number of us so heavily engage in using social media: “ It’s fun to blog and tweet, and it makes you feel good to get your ideas out into the world.” The best way to do this is to optimize your social media presence as an educator.

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A Principal's Reflections

NOVEMBER 23, 2014

I constantly see and hear about leaders who tout themselves in a way that makes others develop a perception that they actually know something about the effective integration of a variety of technology tools to improve professional practice. This is not to say that they are unwilling to learn or embrace significant change in this area.

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A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 6, 2019

I was honored to have been interviewed for Educational Leadership, ASCD's flagship magazine, on the power of Twitter as part of a Personal Learning Network (PLN). As you will see, the true power of connected learning is what you glean from the people you engage with. You can read the article HERE.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 16, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter This podcast with Andrea Gribble will help school administrators and principals create a school social media strategy to drive engagement, build community, and enhance their organization's online presence. That's where this podcast comes in.

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The 21st Century Principal

FEBRUARY 19, 2013

“Social media has offered us a platform where we can learn from and with the smartest people we ‘meet’ from around the world, whenever we need to or are ready to go.” Scott McLeod & Chris Lehman The School Leader’s Guide to Social Media Personal Learning Networks existed long before there was an Internet.

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The Web20Classroom

JULY 28, 2010

What I really enjoyed was there were so many people there that I knew because of social media. Members of my PLN (Personal Learning Network), PLC (Professional Learning Community), colleagues, whatever you want to call them, (I call them all friends) were there sharing their learning with not only the new teachers, but with me as well.

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The 21st Century Principal

SEPTEMBER 8, 2012

“We now live in a world where even twelve-year olds can create their own global classrooms around the things about which they are are most passionate,” writes Will Richardson in an essay entitled “Navigating Social Networks as Learning Tools.” In other words, they need adults who are “network literate.”

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Learning with 'e's

MARCH 1, 2016

By 2006 several social networking sites were enjoying surges in popularity, including MySpace, Bebo and of course, Facebook. Other tools such as wikis, blogs and podcasts also began to be used in education, at first tentatively, and then as embedded features in various programmes of study. Unported License.

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The Daring Librarian

APRIL 24, 2016

But this post is all about the difference between sharing what is personal versus private on social media. Why do people TMI share on Social Media? Even so, I think it's important to keep your interactions on Social Media authentically you, real, but always professional. It's shocking!

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 23, 2010

The construction of a PLN enables educators to harness the power inherent in 21st Century technologies in order to create a professional growth tool that is accessible whenever, wherever. Image Credit [link] Most educators I talk to have no idea where to begin when attempting to create a PLN that meets their teaching and learning needs.

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A Principal's Reflections

MAY 10, 2015

An added bonus is that there are so many free tools such as Twitter, Google+, blogs, Facebook, and Remind that are free for all to use. Expanded access to learning - In my case digital communications opened my eyes to new and more powerful ways to learn. Leaders have the power to shape the culture of schools.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 28, 2023

With built-in student differentiation and support, every student gets a personalized learning experience designed for their unique needs. Follow Jen on Twitter (@jserravallo) and Instagram (@jenniferserravallo), learn more from her website/blog: www.jenniferserravallo.com , and join the Literacy Strategies Facebook Community.

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The Web20Classroom

JANUARY 30, 2013

Personal Learning Networks-Holly Atkins Notes- [link] While I am no expert on Personal Learning Networks I do speak a lot about them and profess their usage so I enjoy to hear other perspectives on them and their creation. And if you are looking for a more ed-friendly Pintrest like tool, check out Educlipper.)

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Shake Up Learning

JANUARY 2, 2017

The post Join the Shake Up Learning Facebook Group! appeared first on Shake Up Learning. Ready to Shake Up Learning in 2017? Join our Facebook Group! Looking to connect and learn with like-minded educators? I just joined the Shake Up Learning Facebook Group! You asked, and I listened.

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Edsurge

MARCH 2, 2017

In the case of Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) , when the district began a huge leap to personalized learning, its leaders consciously began designing a communications strategy to bring together students, teachers and families. But that communications strategy went beyond just sharing stories with families and teachers.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Connecting educators to a vast collection of high-quality, standards-aligned content, ready-to-use digital lessons, intuitive quiz and activity creation tools, and professional learning resources, Discovery Education Experience provides an enhanced learning platform that facilitates engaging instruction in any environment. These

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A Principal's Reflections

MAY 25, 2011

Last week my school was fortunate to have the NJ School Boards Association (NJSBA) visit to produce a live event called Learn@Lunch: Technology as an Engagement Tool. Back then I felt that being a tech savvy administrator just consisted of purchasing the tools for my staff and letting them use them as they felt fit.

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 22, 2010

Each of us spoke with passion and conviction as the discussion addressed how each of us utilize Twitter/social media in our respective positions and the implications it has on catalyzing change. From an administrative perspective I can list a variety of reasons why all Principals and Superintendents should utilize social media: 1.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 2, 2020

Some districts are using fully remote learning models to start, some are opting for hybrid models, while others are implementing new safety protocols to begin in-person learning. They’re shared on Fridays via email and social media and have become a routine communication outlet for the district that families are engaging with.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

JUNE 23, 2016

Please dm me for an invite on Twitter @ShellTerrell or message me on Facebook. Lisa Dabbs, Tanya Avrith, and Erin Klein will be presenting about edtech tools, social media in education, #NTChat, and connected classrooms. On Tuesday, June 28th, all teachers are invited to support new teachers with Amazon Education.

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Edsurge

MARCH 8, 2017

From personalized learning to ethical analytics, what stood out amongst the conversations? But 76 percent of kids prefer to get their news from social media (especially from Facebook). Tools and Courses WHO’S USING WHAT? New edtech accountability tool CatchOn launched on Tuesday. at a later date.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

FEBRUARY 2, 2012

Join me today, Thursday, February 2nd, for a live and interactive FutureofEducation.com panel discussion on "Personal Learning Profiles," also referred to in variously as "personal success plans," "learner profiles," or "personalized learning paths." Barbara is what you call a “Digital Pioneer.”

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TeacherCast

SEPTEMBER 16, 2018

With personalized learning at the forefront of many school initiatives, the use of learning management systems has become a hot commodity among schools. With so many choices on where to build your digital classroom, the questions often arise: “Why do I need a learning management system? And which one do I choose?”.

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MIND Research Institute

AUGUST 29, 2018

In addition to making sure you’re up to speed on what’s new in ST Math , following our social media channels helps you support your students in getting the most out of ST Math. Technology gives us the tools to connect, share and expand our knowledge. The ST Math Community group on Facebook. MIND’s YouTube channel.

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Graphite Blog

JUNE 29, 2020

So after you've taken a needed respite from distance learning and its immense screen-time demands, consider these tips for engaging in meaningful online DIY professional learning this summer. And a Facebook group you've heard of is full of educators who are, like you, interested in project-based learning.

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Doug Levin

AUGUST 20, 2017

Otherwise, here’s what caught my eye this past week – news, tools, and reports about education, public policy, technology, and innovation – including a little bit about why. Tagged on: August 16, 2017 You Need Data to Personalize Learning | Data Quality Campaign → They need data to personalize learning.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 7, 2016

Though these are game-based learning, there’s no plot as you might find simulated games. Each app includes personalized learning, an enhanced review mode, and additional challenges to keep students motivated. Why connect to users through Facebook and blogs if you don’t stay current? Want to Code on an IPad?

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MSEDTechie

MAY 18, 2016

For those in education, summer is a time for relaxation, reflecting, and also new learning. Whether you are attending a conference like ISTE , or creating your own personalized learning experience, utilizing this “break” to explore new tools and strategies that help expand your teaching toolbox can be very rewarding.

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EdTechSandyK

APRIL 28, 2014

You have taken control of your own learning You have made the decision to be a public learner, swimming through social media waters using tools like Twitter, Google+, Linked In, blogs, etc. Tools to ensure only student and parent access? - But they do not send out student names on social media.

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MSEDTechie

MAY 17, 2018

For those of us in education, summer is a time for relaxation, reflecting, and also new learning. Whether you are attending a conference like ISTE, or creating your own personalized learning experience, utilizing this “break” to explore new tools and strategies that help expand your teaching toolbox can be very rewarding.

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techlearning

OCTOBER 10, 2018

Today's students are using technology to collaborate, learn, research, and communicate while at school. Blended and personalized learning with digital tools has flooded classrooms, but most teacher-prep programs do not incorporate digital citizenship as requirements for teacher certification.

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techlearning

APRIL 25, 2018

For those of us in education, summer is a time for relaxation, reflecting, and also new learning. Whether you are attending a conference like ISTE , or creating your own personalized learning experience, utilizing this “break” to explore new tools and strategies that help expand your teaching toolbox can be very rewarding.

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Learning with 'e's

APRIL 25, 2014

The concept of identity (personal and professional) is a complex one. There always seems to be a discussion about questions around identity on popular social media channels. Guido Gautsch , a teacher in Melbourne agreed, but argued that it was probably not possible to separate them on open social media platforms such as Twitter.

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techlearning

JULY 27, 2018

Then pick one project, tool, or strategy that will be your initial foray into your makerspace. Remember that hands-on projects that require collaboration will empower students as creators and lead to personalized learning. Use the Future Ready Librarians’ Facebook page to learn and connect with others.

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Marketplace K-12

MARCH 14, 2016

million, including drawing funds from Zuckerberg Education Ventures, one of Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s investment vehicles. Cram Fighter Partners with McGraw-Hill Education: The Boston-based developer of a personalized study schedule tool has partnered with McGraw Hill Education. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.

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techlearning

FEBRUARY 28, 2018

This exciting collaboration combines Discovery Education’s Streaming Plus digital service with STEM Leader Corp , a four-year system for professional development, to create an exciting new systemic approach to STEM education districtwide that personalizes learning and creates an environment promoting students’ desire to learn and succeed.

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