A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 19, 2020

You can either lurk and learn or develop your own Personal Learning Network (PLN) to farm the best ideas and strategies that are actually working in similar demographics. Consider a daily or weekly YouTube video that can be embedded in a mass email to showcase how teachers are successfully implementing remote learning.

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Reading By Example

DECEMBER 5, 2015

My topic was how to get started in building one’s personal learning network. I thought these observations were fair and accurately described what many educators experience for professional learning offered in their school and district. School-based Professional Development. Personal Learning Networks.

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A Principal's Reflections

JUNE 9, 2019

Leaders must begin to establish a vision and strategic plan to create classrooms and buildings that are more reflective of the real world while empowering learners to use technology in powerful ways through either personalized or blended strategies and increased access in the form of BYOD or 1:1. This needs to be prioritized.

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The Innovative Educator

FEBRUARY 5, 2015

The post that got all the attention told people five steps they can take to develop their personal learning network. W ritten : October 12, 2008 Topic : Developing a PLN Who might be interested : Any teacher or student who enjoys learning from experts and others who share their passion. If so, how has it helped you learn?

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A Principal's Reflections

JUNE 30, 2019

So, what does meaningful professional learning look like? I really dig the quote from Abigail Adams as it applies to both formal and informal pathways. The ability to stop and restart compensates for many of the challenges educators face when it comes to making the time to learn.

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edWeb.net

APRIL 11, 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. community on edWeb.net.

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EdTechSandyK

OCTOBER 12, 2009

The Personal Learning Network (PLN) that I''ve built on Twitter over the past couple of months has become an amazing resource for learning about what''s going on in the educational technology world. Tons of informational resources there! edtech educational technology pln professional development twitter web 2.0'

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A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 8, 2013

To put it bluntly, leaders feel that they either do not have, or cannot find, the time to attend professional learning opportunities due to this tsunami of work that comes at the sacrifice of meaningful growth and development. Now more than ever leaders need to take control of their learning. community at edWeb for free.

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A Principal's Reflections

JULY 21, 2014

Undeterred, I continued to talk about the concept of a Personal Learning Network (PLN) and what it had done for my professional growth. Depending on the semester, all teachers now have 2-3 duty periods off per week to engage in professional learning opportunities.

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The Web20Classroom

MAY 12, 2014

If we take the traditional staff meeting, many times the information shared is just “for your information” or anything that could be posted to a blog or in an email. The idea of the flipped faculty meeting means the time normally spent on the boring stuff can be turned into a time to share, learn and grow, together, as a faculty.

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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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Edsurge

AUGUST 12, 2019

Ask teachers their preferred learning methods, then build an experience around those needs. Creating space for educator autonomy celebrates different learning styles rather than forcing professional learning into a rigid mold. Example of learning opportunities to support various learning pathways.

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A Principal's Reflections

JULY 22, 2013

The dominating structure fulfills the goal of pumping as much information as possible into our heads, yet fails to inspire change. Below are some effective strategies, ideas, and learning opportunities that will provide you and your school the means to invigorate professional development to get real results.

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A Principal's Reflections

SEPTEMBER 4, 2016

Another successful strategy is to develop an informal walk-through schedule with your leadership team. This is extremely important in terms of technology integration in the classroom and professional learning to improve practice. We formally observed each one of our teachers three times a year regardless of experience.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

Traditional forms of professional development (PD) such as “sit and get,” one-size-fits-all, and trainings lacking accountability have proven obsolete. Digital tools now allow for professional learning to take place anytime, anywhere, and with anyone.

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

The conference, which more than 3,600 people attended in 2017 according to ICE, will hold more than 400 informative sessions and workshops. We are excited to have CDW•G create a modern learning environment for educators to experience what classrooms today can not only look like, but how they can better facilitate learning.

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edWeb.net

MAY 15, 2017

School leaders can use online networks and communities for their own personal professional learning, and to support collaboration with staff across schools and districts. As a personal tool, school leaders can use online communities to expand their network. This broadcast was hosted by edWeb.net.

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Graphite Blog

JUNE 29, 2020

But with the coronavirus pandemic disrupting more traditional professional learning opportunities like in-person conferences and workshops, it's time for you to chart your own course. Fortunately, there are plenty of informal ways to learn and grow professionally on your own.

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A Principal's Reflections

SEPTEMBER 9, 2010

Don''t get me wrong, the summer months are invaluable to me as I spend my time immersed in the flow of information that my social networks provide, developing action plans, analyzing data, and hiring staff. Many of the initiatives that I am about to pursue either came directly or indirectly from my Personal Learning Network (PLN).

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 11, 2011

Our passion for helping all students learn and assisting staff in their growth should be the driving motivational force to make our schools the best they can be, regardless of the obstacles. Everything is changing -- the world, learners, job market, technology, access to information -- the sad reality though is that schools are not.

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eSchool News

JUNE 24, 2016

Educators point to the ability to learn from colleagues, in addition to experts, as essential for enhancing their abilities. Plus, participants will also be a major source of information, sharing their thoughts on trends, experiences, issues and strategies. Meeting rooms are located in Hall C at the back of the 1200 aisle.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 28, 2019

Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) have long supported teachers in their career development, but with the help of technology, they’re now transforming education itself. We spoke with educators around the country and discovered seven ways that PLCs are transforming teaching and learning in schools.

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 2, 2023

Secondly, develop an informal walk-through schedule with your leadership team, mandating at least five walks per day for each member, and track visits and improvement comments on a color-coded Google Doc. Developing and implementing professional learning is also an effective way to lead by example and build better relationships with staff.

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MSEDTechie

NOVEMBER 18, 2015

Instead of ”professional development,” we need authentic, personalized “professional learning opportunities” that improve workflow and foster creativity. Teachers need the opportunity to collaborate, they need to have a sense of ownership in their learning, and they need to feel valued.

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EdTechSandyK

APRIL 28, 2014

You try to contribute as much as you take from your Personal Learning Network (PLN) You are committed to paying it forward with your connectivity, being a resource for others, and building capacity with your own learning community. Curation for professional learning - also uses Paper.li

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The PL2C Blog

AUGUST 24, 2014

Through these Chats, we modeled the potential of Twitter in developing a Personal Learning Network (PLN) that supports continuous professional learning in which the individual can choose what to explore and when to engage. I have been able to glean even more information from them these past few weeks.”

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EdTechnocation.com

AUGUST 7, 2012

In many cases, schools, districts, and states also are not recognizing and rewarding this essential professional learning. Throughout August, there will be coordinated opportunities to participate in events and activities in dozens of online locations to develop skills and enhance one’s personal learning network."

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Reading By Example

FEBRUARY 6, 2015

They collaborate online, use social media to interact with colleagues around the globe, engage in conversations in safe online spaces, and bring what they learn online back to their classrooms, schools, and districts. Just as student learning can become more personalized with technology in the school mix, so to should professional learning.

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The Innovative Educator

AUGUST 14, 2016

In short, it supports educators with just-in-time professional learning driven by their needs and interests. It also aligns with the 5 qualities innovative educators identify as key to successful learning. 1) Relevant: Looking for resources aligned to your learning goals, needs, and interests?

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The Innovative Educator

OCTOBER 6, 2013

Today with the development of personal learning networks and professional learning communities junk doesn''t only pertain to mail, it pertains to how we operate online. By the end of the week you’re so sick of seeing the message, you want to scream! -->When sharing online make it personal and be original.

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EdTechnocation.com

APRIL 2, 2014

Unit 2 focuses on the development of your PLN (Professional Learning Network) and becoming a "Connected Educator". What do you see as the most important advantages of adding social media tools to your personal learning network? The conversations are rich and the resources are plentiful!

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The PL2C Blog

AUGUST 24, 2014

Foster your Personal Learning Network (PLN) with educators both locally and globally to build your own capacity, and create a dedicated team to support your work on the ground. For more information go to www.mooc-ed.org or Learn More about Coaching Digital Learning #CDL_MOOCEd.

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A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 21, 2014

First and foremost, make the time to learn, grown, and get better as opposed to finding the time. There is nothing more important to an educator, outside of working with kids, than professional learning. Through social media a Personal Learning Network (PLN) provides a great antidote to the age-old time excuse.

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TeacherCast

DECEMBER 16, 2015

Hugely informed and supportive of teachers. June 19, 2015 by Chopstick Sensei from United States I don’t know how Jeff makes the time for this empire of his, but he’s putting together amazing information to help teachers out. Information from A to Z on EdTech and teaching, it should you your go-to resource. Great stuff!

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TeacherCast

NOVEMBER 29, 2015

For more information, please visit www.techeducatorpodcast.com. Hugely informed and supportive of teachers. June 19, 2015 by Chopstick Sensei from United States I don’t know how Jeff makes the time for this empire of his, but he’s putting together amazing information to help teachers out. The information is always useful.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 5, 2022

Click the course titles for more information. The 21 st Century teacher blends technology with teaching to build a collaborative, differentiated, and shared learning environment. Classmates will become the core of your ongoing Personal Learning Network. email askatechteacher@gmail.com for more information).

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My Island View

NOVEMBER 17, 2015

After being involved in social media for over a decade, I have made a few observations that might be helpful to folks who use social media, more specifically Twitter, to develop and maintain a Personal Learning Network. Using Twitter for professional learning requires a collaborative mindset.

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