A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 5, 2023

After several workshops, I began coaching cycles in the fall of 2022. What I immediately saw blew my mind as it was some of the best examples of personalization at scale that I have ever seen. Teachers were seen pulling students based on data for targeted support in small groups or individually in math and ELA.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 27, 2020

Distance learning isn’t simply about keeping kids busy or filling their minds with academic content. Instead, our goal should always be to encourage productive discourse, critical thinking and problem-solving (which all applies to in-person learning, too). This preserves a sense of community and a sense of purpose.

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EdTech4Beginners

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

The data-driven approach enhances the adaptive nature of online learning, ensuring educational content adapts to meet the needs of diverse learners. Collaborative Learning Communities Despite the physical distance between learners, EdTech encourages the creation of collaborative learning communities.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 30, 2016

In October, we will share a guide highlighting the trends, insights and challenges we've learned about while profiling five key players in the world of school redesign. CA Group is a consulting firm dedicated to improving education for students in grades K-12. Stay tuned! -

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Neo LMS

OCTOBER 17, 2019

How to power through a difficult parent-teacher meeting comes to mind, but there are many challenges that teachers learn how to handle in time. You can do this by gathering a focus group of teachers from a district or school, by handing out surveys or by observing them while they work. Give timely feedback.

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MIND Research Institute

MARCH 13, 2018

Designing and implementing a personalized learning model requires more than technology—it requires a cultural shift. Brian has spearheaded amazing work at Pickerington, and has conducted workshops and trainings on technology, blended learning and personalized learning throughout the country.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

Last summer, not far from the doorsteps of Oakland Unified School District, a group of parents came together to build an academic program from scratch in an effort to close the gap between the education their children were getting in school and the education they deserved.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 23, 2016

In October, we will share a guide highlighting the trends, insights and challenges we've learned about while profiling five key players in the world of school redesign. Education Elements provides support for schools and districts as they transform their school models to personalize learning. Stay tuned! What have I done wrong?”

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Digital Promise

NOVEMBER 28, 2018

Personalized learning—a hot buzz phrase for the 2018-19 school year—occurs when teaching is tailored to meet each student’s unique needs and goals. So why, then, shouldn’t teacher learning also be personalized? Active Learning. Here’s how: Content Focus. Sustained Duration.

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Digital Promise

APRIL 11, 2017

In the 1800s, an English economist named Alfred Marshall was thinking about the grouping of industries in specific regions. In March, Digital Promise brought together these eight EdClusters, along with education researchers, thought partners, and funders, for a two-day workshop to kick off the development of research questions and designs.

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techieMusings

MAY 19, 2016

During my visit to Saint Stephen’s College , I had the opportunity to work with small and large groups of teachers to think about how to leverage technology to personalize learning, enhance teaching, and differentiate instruction. On the fourth day of my visit, I led an all-staff professional development workshop.

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techieMusings

MAY 19, 2016

During my visit to Saint Stephen’s College , I had the opportunity to work with small and large groups of teachers to think about how to leverage technology to personalize learning, enhance teaching, and differentiate instruction. On the fourth day of my visit, I led an all-staff professional development workshop.

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Edsurge

JUNE 26, 2017

Whatever it was, for an event with more than 1400 booths, sessions and workshops and 21,000 attendees, ISTE’s annual conference kicked off with more of a breeze than a bang. I am assuming it has something to do with meeting kids where they are at. I am a special education teacher, so everything feels like personalized learning.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 23, 2021

These can be taught individually (through coaching or mentoring), in small groups (of at least five), as school PD, or through select colleges for grad school credit. They start at $750 for a group of five or more. Classmates will become the core of your ongoing Personal Learning Network. The Tech-infused Teacher.

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Edsurge

MARCH 15, 2018

I lived in a small town and didn’t know how I was going to meet him. I was driven by the desire to meet the band. I was picking up a lot of technical skills along the way but never thought of it as learning. They decided as a group to collaborate on a shared Google Slide presentation. Fast forward to 2018.

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The Hechinger Report

MAY 30, 2018

Five-year-old Mykell Robinson practices his reading on the Lexia software while a small group of classmates work with a teacher. NEW ORLEANS — A few years ago, with little fanfare or announcement, the New Orleans education system began a massive experiment that’s reshaping how kids learn across the city.

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eSchool News

MAY 13, 2019

Originally we partnered with Education Elements to provide on-site personalized learning PD and consulting. Education Elements’ leadership PD and consultative approach helped us change the way we run meetings—they’re efficient, more effective, and inclusive of all attendees. Northwood Elementary School, Napa, Calif.

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Edsurge

APRIL 18, 2017

Confidence is built through deep self-reflection, mindfulness, and yoga, as well weekly workshops where girls have meaningful dialogues and come up with measurable solutions. After completing the program, our young Queens demonstrate mastery through a community project reflecting the learnings of each workshop.

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Edsurge

JUNE 11, 2018

Education is awash with efforts to personalize learning. But what does it mean for a company to personalize its support for the teachers who use its product? When teachers hear their administration pause to learn a little bit more about them, learning becomes collaborative. 2018-19 Kiddom Pilot Scope and Sequence.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 17, 2018

As I led the group through our opening rounds of sun salutations, I was unable to shake the thought, but when I opened my eyes it suddenly occurred to me that the room was silent because everyone was engaged in the movement and breathwork that I was leading. It was too quiet, too calm. collecting evidence is a big part of my job.

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edWeb.net

JULY 11, 2018

Computational thinking provides an important foundation for learning computer science but can also inspire skills like the 4 Cs (collaboration, communication, creativity, and critical thinking) across other subjects. Rotation stations can also help educators differentiate groups of children to personalize learning and better meet their needs.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 7, 2018

Working with that group, I really found my tribe, and I really worked to explore and expand myself in a leadership role and helping other teachers in other districts build their own blended-learning capacities. We have this amazing fellowship in Rhode Island with the Highlander Institute that really works to develop leaders.

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Digital Promise

OCTOBER 10, 2017

You can review the full meeting agenda here. Attendees workshopped two new tools for EdClusters — an Asset Mapping Guide and Equity Audit, each of which grew out of two working groups EdClusters network partners have participated in over the past several months. Learn more about how EdClusters are advancing equity here. ).

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The Principal of Change

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

I guarantee I have done things like this before, which is why I focus on turning my workshops into conversations more than a traditional “stand and deliver” session. The learning experience is not personalized and thus will not meet the needs of all students. Translate this thought into the classroom.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 21, 2015

How to work tech tools into their unique student groups. How to create a vibrant, healthy Personal Learning Network. Screencasting was quite popular in these two classes as well as Summer PD workshop. Teachers were comfortable with those programs, students learned them and then applied.

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Edsurge

APRIL 18, 2017

Confidence is built through deep self-reflection, mindfulness, and yoga, as well weekly workshops where girls have meaningful dialogues and come up with measurable solutions. After completing the program, our young Queens demonstrate mastery through a community project reflecting the learnings of each workshop.

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eSchool News

JUNE 7, 2016

Plan to develop adaptive learning products and platform for use at home and in schools. Sesame Workshop and IBM announced a collaboration to use IBM Watson’s cognitive computing technology and Sesame’s early childhood expertise to help advance preschool education around the world. Dunn, CEO of Sesame Workshop. “A

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The Innovative Educator

FEBRUARY 12, 2018

However, while educators who have these skills will be more effective at supporting student learning, a teacher’s preservice program may not have fully addressed this. As a result, educators must learn on the job, by reading articles, attending workshops (if they are offered and able) and speaking to others face-to-face and online.

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The Hechinger Report

JANUARY 26, 2021

The profiles are part of the school’s embrace of personalized learning, which centers on the belief that a teacher lecturing at the front of a classroom is a bad fit for today’s students. Personalized learning has, in recent years, become one of the most talked-about trends in education.

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The Hechinger Report

APRIL 7, 2017

A group of sophomore boys weaving baskets in an art class wish their school assigned more tests instead of oral presentations. Students, many living in poverty, can check in with each other and with a teacher who stays with their “pod” (as the school calls each group) from ninth grade until senior year. Photo: Sarah Garland.

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techlearning

FEBRUARY 19, 2018

However, while educators who have these skills will be more effective at supporting student learning, a teacher’s preservice program may not have fully addressed this. As a result, educators must learn on the job, by reading articles, attending workshops (if they are offered and able) and speaking to others face-to-face and online.

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edWeb.net

OCTOBER 11, 2019

To better respond to the needs of underrepresented groups, Dr. Nyberg recommended an approach that was field tested in San Bernardino and other counties in southern California that have large populations of ELs and students of color. Engaging high-ability students and their families. Using effective classroom strategies. Join the Community.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

This approach can enable administrators to differentiate to meet the needs of all their teachers. Professional learning opportunities need to be designed with agency, fidelity, contextual learning, relevancy, sustainability, and iterant. Challenges of Professional Development. This edWeb broadcast was sponsored by 2gnoMe.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 7, 2019

June 8th-10th: Discounted Group Professional Development. Classmates will become the core of your ongoing Personal Learning Network. Student joins a Google Classroom-based class and meets weekly with instructor to discuss class activities and assignments. Each $750 for up to 20 attendees. Writing With Tech. Certificate.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

SEPTEMBER 5, 2012

A participative workshop particularly for those feeling dispossessed or discouraged by the current educational system, designed to provide a meaningful path forward to improve personal or community educational opportunities. Saturday 8am - 3pm - "Hack Your Education" workshop for students, teachers, parents, and/or administrators.

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TeachThought - Learn better.

MAY 24, 2015

Get talking to some influencers on Twitter and organise to meet up to explore some ideas and learning topics. Make sure to keep in touch with people you have come into contact with who have inspired you to learn on your journey. Use a personal learning environment. Understanding how to learn is an invaluable skill.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 5, 2022

All of them, I’ve found well-suited to the task of scaling and differentiating tech skills for age groups, scaffolding learning year-to-year, taking into account the perspectives and norms of all stakeholders, with appropriate metrics to know learning is organic and granular. Group enrollment. Group enrollment.

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