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.

Social Media 111

Social Media Personal Learning Network Education Facebook 111

SpeechTechie

SEPTEMBER 10, 2011

The first is on a topic close to my heart, Personal Learning Networks. This session will help you find information and lesson ideas, inspiring your work! The day will also include a component on using social media tools with students at varying levels. Hope some of you can make it!

Personal Learning Network 58

Personal Learning Network Social Media Personalized Learning Wiki 58

A Principal's Reflections

JULY 29, 2013

Almost all of this growth can be attributed to a point in time that I became connected using a variety of social media tools. This was due to a lack of information on better ways of doing things. This was due to a lack of information on better ways of doing things. I want everyone to experience this freedom.

Social Media 269

Social Media Personal Learning Network Comparison Personalized Learning 269

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.

Social Media 289

Social Media Twitter Personal Learning Network Outcomes 289

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. When using social media, think about the platforms being used and mix it up by mashing together text, hyperlinks, images, and video.

Learning 405

Learning Social Media Personal Learning Network Policies 405

A Principal's Reflections

NOVEMBER 23, 2014

This is not to say that they are unwilling to learn or embrace significant change in this area. Thus, the use of social media in schools by educators continues to be an uphill battle. Simply communicating and telling your story with social media tools can accomplish this. Change Digital Leadership Social Media'

BYOD 365

BYOD Social Media Future Ready Personal Learning Network 365

A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 20, 2019

The exponential evolution if the Internet and social media tools have allowed for the quick sharing of knowledge, ideas, images, videos, and opinions. In one respect everyone with a smartphone has instant access to information at any time and from anywhere. Digital literacy is more important now than it has ever been.

BYOD 275

BYOD Social Media Personal Learning Network Smartphone 275

A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 1, 2012

couros/79 9 Here is my quick list of reasons why all educators should become connected and form their own Personal Learning Network(PLN) : We become the epicenter of our learning and determine what, where, and when we want to learn. This makes the learning process meaningful, relevant, applicable, and convenient.

Personal Learning Network 308

Personal Learning Network Social Media Personalized Learning Resources 308

Neo LMS

OCTOBER 17, 2019

building a personal learning network online. With online training you can use social media or discussion forums that are more private to build the district/school’s own personal learning network. Online learning is not about absorbing information in front of a screen.

How To 282

How To Personal Learning Network LMS Training 282

A Principal's Reflections

JUNE 30, 2019

I really dig the quote from Abigail Adams as it applies to both formal and informal pathways. It is essential to acknowledge that learning can happen by chance, but when it comes to professional improvement, seeking out opportunities to grow is what actually results in changes to practice.

Learning 364

Learning Personal Learning Network Study Conference 364

A Principal's Reflections

JUNE 9, 2019

With the continual evolution of digital tools and increasing connectivity, schools can no longer be silos of information. Leaders can now provide stakeholders with relevant information in real time through a variety of devices by meeting them where they are. Leaders need to become the storyteller-in-chief.

Outcomes 354

Outcomes Social Media BYOD Strategy 354

Reading By Example

DECEMBER 5, 2015

My topic was how to get started in building one’s personal learning network. Teachers in mathematics, science, technology, physical education, art, social studies, and special education were represented. Personal Learning Networks. Personalized to our needs. Broadening perspectives.

Personal Learning Network 28

Personal Learning Network Personalized Learning Learning Twitter 28

A Principal's Reflections

MAY 10, 2020

It represents a dramatic shift from how schools have been run and structured for over a century, as what started as a personal use of technology has become systemic to every facet of leadership. You can’t re-envision or transform education if professional learning doesn’t change.

Education 445

Education Professional Learning Personal Learning Network Outcomes 445

A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 19, 2012

Up until this point I really didn’t have a clue as to what it was all about except that it was a social media tool that functioned like an electronic bulletin board. As I began to piece together resources on Personal Learning Networks(PLN’s) , I lost track of time and ended staying up well past my bedtime.

Personal Learning Network 341

Personal Learning Network Education Social Media Conference 341

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.

Professional Learning 150

Professional Learning Personal Learning Network Learning Social Media 150

A Principal's Reflections

MAY 10, 2015

paper mailings), newsletters, or websites are the most effective and only ways to get information out. Flexibility - A multifaceted digital communications strategy allows all stakeholders a choice as to how they want to consume information and interact with the school. Leaders have the power to shape the culture of schools.

Meeting 150

Meeting Social Media Differentiated Instruction Personal Learning Network 150

A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 8, 2013

Fortunately digital leaders are not at the mercy of budget cuts or taking professional days to learn and get better. They still can, but now have the ability to save time and money by harnessing the power of social media to learn anytime, anywhere, and from anyone they choose. community at edWeb for free.

Personal Learning Network 261

Personal Learning Network Common Core Personalized Learning Social Media 261

A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 23, 2010

No one can argue that the evolution of the real-time web has dramatically altered how we communicate, gather information, and reflect. For more information on Twitter check out this video. LinkedIn : Professional networking site that allows educators to connect, exchange ideas, and find opportunities.

Wiki 344

Wiki Facebook Personal Learning Network Social Media 344

Neo LMS

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

Social media: platforms like Twitter help teachers build their personal learning network and share teaching tips and tricks. Sure, they might need some help at first, such as background information to get things going. Some of them prefer to seek classroom collaborations directly.

How To 369

How To Classroom Wiki Collaborative Learning 369

A Principal's Reflections

SEPTEMBER 4, 2016

With the evolution of social media yet another responsibility was added to my plate in the form of digital leadership. Another successful strategy is to develop an informal walk-through schedule with your leadership team. The position of school administrator really requires one to be a jack-of-all-trades and master of none.

Strategy 306

Strategy Social Media Assessment Conference 306

A Principal's Reflections

JULY 21, 2014

As social media embracement was not even a blip on the radar at this time, these teacher leaders were quite skeptical about the alleged benefits I described. Undeterred, I continued to talk about the concept of a Personal Learning Network (PLN) and what it had done for my professional growth.

Digital Badges 293

Digital Badges Personal Learning Network Common Core Professional Learning 293

Learning with 'e's

DECEMBER 21, 2014

Now it depends on how you define CPD, but for me it is the personal learning you require to sustain, enhance and extend your own capabilities within your professional practice. This learning can come in many forms. All of my learning right now, at this stage of my career, is self determined. Unported License.

Personal Learning Network 63

Personal Learning Network Social Media Personalized Learning Twitter 63

The Web20Classroom

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

The traditional “stand and deliver” instruction model negates the fact that teachers are no longer the source for all information. Students are at the center of Authentic-Based Classrooms and take ownership of the information they need to solve these problems and determine their own methods of demonstrating understanding.

Classroom 147

Classroom Learning Social Media BYOD 147

The 21st Century Principal

MARCH 27, 2012

According to Sheryl Nussbaum-Beach and Lani Ritter Hall, “Teachers must learn to model connectedness and enable students to develop personal learning networks, made up of people and resources from both their physical and virtual worlds but first, teachers must become connected collaborators themselves.”

Personal Learning Network 95

Personal Learning Network How To Social Media Education 95

A Principal's Reflections

MAY 25, 2011

I was also adamant that social media had no place in an educational setting, but most of you who read this blog know about my radical change of mind in regards to this. technology, including social media. This small change evolved into my present philosophy on how schools can, and should, use social media.

Poll Everywhere 247

Poll Everywhere Social Media Personal Learning Network Tablets 247

A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 31, 2011

This shift in mindset can be directly attributed to what I have learned from innovative educators in the social media spaces that I now delve into on a routine basis. Image credit: [link] Last year some of my teachers began to utilize student devices as tools for learning, mainly as student response systems.

Mobility 297

Mobility Poll Everywhere Mobile Learning Learning 297

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.

Conference 151

Conference Social Media Twitter Facebook 151

The 21st Century Principal

JUNE 22, 2012

If you''re looking for a social media tool to get started with in your role as a 21st century administrator, start with Twitter. My personal-professional account gives me ears to the ground; it allows me to listen to the latest conversations about what is going on in the world of education. I can stay informed.

Twitter 88

Twitter Social Media Personal Learning Network Personalized Learning 88

Learning with 'e's

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

That''s quite an apt result because Google and many of the other large, supposedly ''free'' social media tools are very much focused on making money to sustain their operations. Nor is it about the morality of social media companies. Posted by Steve Wheeler from Learning with e''s. But this post is not about money.

Social Media 75

Social Media Personal Learning Network Comparison Personalized Learning 75

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

Communication, collaboration, creativity, media literacy, global connectedness, problem solving, and critical thinking are vital to success. Digital tools now allow for professional learning to take place anytime, anywhere, and with anyone. Digital badges are an exciting way to acknowledge both formal and informal learning.

Digital Badges 89

Digital Badges Personal Learning Network Social Media Professional Learning 89

My Island View

JANUARY 29, 2020

Some of the most popular sites on the Internet are social media sites. These sites are designed for collaboration and collaboration is a key component in adult learning. Frankly, it is key to all learning, but adults seem to get it better. This includes how to use technology to learn more technology. and “Who?”.

Personal Learning Network 64

Personal Learning Network Twitter Assessment Accessibility 64

NeverEndingSearch

NOVEMBER 1, 2017

From Jane: I feel so fortunate to be attending the AASL National Conference in Phoenix, getting to hear great speakers, discover new books and resources, build my personal learning network, further my lifelong learning, and enjoy social activities. Conference Social Media Chair. Don’t despair!

Conference 40

Conference Social Media Facebook Personal Learning Network 40

There is no box

JUNE 30, 2015

Enter Twitter and the rise of social media. Networking tools like twitter and Google Hangouts (GHO) now allow the formation of groups of peers and experts to assemble around themes, topics and interests. Why then do we not move into an era of learning to network and networking to learn?

Personal Learning Network 40

Personal Learning Network Learning Social Media Knowledge Base 40

The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 12, 2016

[link] [PDF] High Performance Learning Spaces – a paper shared by Stanford University in 2004 about their research into creating spaces where high performance learning happens. Build your Personal Learning Network (PLN) by adding these experts and resources to your social media accounts.

Resources 150

Resources Classroom Personal Learning Network Social Media 150

A Principal's Reflections

JULY 12, 2015

The art of communication allows leaders to accomplish tasks and get things done, pass on important information, acquire information, develop a shared vision, reach many decisions through consensus, build relationships, and move people to embrace change.

Personal Learning Network 150

Personal Learning Network Social Media System Personalized Learning 150

MSEDTechie

MAY 18, 2016

Many teachers use blogging as a way to share information with parents and other educators the wonderful things they are doing in their classroom. Are you using Twitter, Voxer, Skype, Google Hangouts, Facebook, or other social media tools to expand your personal learning network?

Edcamps 40

Edcamps Social Media Personal Learning Network Learning 40

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.

Social Media 68

Social Media Twitter Personal Learning Network Facebook 68