The Principal of Change

MARCH 6, 2018

I suggested one subtle change to his tweet that I think makes a significant difference: Replace the word “kids” with “learners” and this could apply to professional learning as well. George Couros (@gcouros) March 1, 2018. I know I have checked out of PD when it didn’t engage or empower me.

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Strategy Classroom Professional Learning Social Media 65

edWeb.net

APRIL 11, 2016

Ability to join specific communities aligned to professional learning needs and interests.Be Watch and participate in live webinars aligned to professional learning communities that are of interest to you. edWeb can be accessed on any mobile device. sure to check out the Leadership 3.0 community that I facilitate.

Professional Learning 40

Professional Learning Learning Personal Learning Network Social Media 40

eSchool News

MAY 2, 2023

Windsor uses the DESSA suite of assessments to measure students’ social and emotional skills, which provides information about eight key social and emotional competencies aligned to the CASEL framework , which helps cultivate skills and environments that advance students’ learning and development. To learn more, visit www.ApertureEd.com.

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Assessment Data Mobility Strategy 103

Digital Promise

AUGUST 14, 2019

Across 114 districts and 34 states, administrators and educators are testing new programs, technologies, and strategies in an effort to support our mission to design, validate, champion, and scale effective, innovative learning opportunities to advance equity and excellence for every learner.

Mobility 274

Mobility Libraries Accessibility Professional Learning 274

edWeb.net

JUNE 11, 2019

in School Counseling Program, Freed-Hardeman University, TN, lays out strategies and ground rules for what works and what doesn’t work when it comes to assessments. He retired from Mobile County Public School System in December 2005. The post Strategies for Surviving All Types of Assessments appeared first on edWeb.

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Assessment Strategy Mobility Guidelines 47

edWeb.net

JUNE 13, 2019

Professional Learning. When we think about professional learning in this new era of education, it is not a linear process. Schools need to create a sense of urgency by supporting the professional learning of their teachers and coaches. Join the Community.

Strategy 48

Strategy EdTech Professional Learning Accessibility 48

Shake Up Learning

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Building on the success and feedback from previous volumes, we’re thrilled to offer this new edition as a tool to inspire and facilitate your journey through the world of podcasts for professional learning. I love using choice boards in the classroom AND in professional learning experiences.

Google 62

Google eBook Libraries Blended Learning 62

Tom Murray

SEPTEMBER 9, 2017

Please join Future Ready Schools ® (FRS) for a webinar that is part of its Leadership Hub , a one-stop-shop of professional learning opportunities for school leaders. In today’s innovative schools, there is a shift in mindset as students, teachers, coaches, and administrators learn and grow together.

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Future Ready Classroom Advocacy Learning 167

More Verbs

MAY 2, 2016

” On the other hand, educators in Washington County, PA, find that their devices benefit students , and in Auburn, ME, educators found that when they carefully selected apps aligned to their curriculum or participated in professional learning focused on using apps to build conceptual understanding of mathematics , student learning improved.

Learning 150

Learning Professional Learning Study Mobile Learning 150

More Verbs

MAY 2, 2016

” On the other hand, educators in Washington County, PA, find that their devices benefit students , and in Auburn, ME, educators found that when they carefully selected apps aligned to their curriculum or participated in professional learning focused on using apps to build conceptual understanding of mathematics , student learning improved.

Learning 150

Learning Professional Learning Study Mobile Learning 150

edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

Now, between the number of online information sites and the proliferation of social media apps, plus near constant mobile phone use, determining a story’s credibility seems to call for advanced detective skills. The post Media Literacy Strategies for Tackling Fake News appeared first on edWeb. Join the Community.

Strategy 40

Strategy Libraries Social Media Digital Learning 40

eSchool News

JUNE 15, 2023

The strategy revolves around themes including Health & Wellness, Environment & Resources, Social & Economic Mobility, and Digital Impact Enablers. Apax Global Impact seeks out opportunities to support companies which deliver tangible societal and/or environmental impact.

Education 105

Education Company Mobility EdTech 105

edWeb.net

OCTOBER 2, 2020

Strategy 4: Provide PD to Build Cultural Proficiency. Then, schools can build their capacity to be equity leaders and understanding of how to put strategy into practice. Strategy 5: Build Relationships with Stakeholders. Strategy 6: Work with Elected Officials to Prioritize Equity. Include a variety of stakeholders (e.g.,

Education 97

Education Social Media Strategy Professional Learning 97

A Principal's Reflections

MAY 28, 2017

Social media had to be blocked for all and I, for one, wasn’t going to waste any of my precious time using it professionally or personally. Learning spaces had to conform to the perceived rule of law in education. The learning experience must be redesigned and made personal. Learning spaces must become learner-centered.

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Learning Social Media Personal Learning Network Strategy 235

Hapara

JUNE 21, 2023

There are also nine main digital citizenship elements you can embed into instruction, conversations and leadership strategies. Providing mobile-friendly options, for example, are helpful in cases where parents don’t have access to computers. What are the nine key elements of digital citizenship?

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Digital Citizenship Social Media Accessibility Video 130

A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 8, 2013

Over the next couple of weeks I will introduce what I have come to identify as the Pillars of Digital Leadership , a conceptual framework for leaders to begin thinking about changes to professional practice. It will illustrate them in action through the work of practitioners and provide implementation strategies.

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Personal Learning Network Common Core Personalized Learning Social Media 261

Edsurge

MARCH 4, 2024

This exacerbates existing social inequalities by limiting access to quality education and opportunities for upward mobility. Chronic absenteeism tends to be more prevalent in economically disadvantaged communities. This may contribute to challenges related to civic participation and community development.

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Data Outcomes Elementary Secondary 82

EdTechTeam

DECEMBER 11, 2019

Tool #1: Mobile Technology. The first, and arguably the most obvious, tool for instructional coaches is some sort of mobile technology. It is important for coaches to have technology that is mobile, because your role as an instructional coach is mobile. A word of caution about coaching mobility.

Tools 80

Tools Mobility Meeting STEM 80

techlearning

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

In conjunction with the seventh annual Digital Learning Day , Future Ready Schools (FRS), an initiative of the Alliance for Excellent Education (All4Ed), released a new guide for school districts interested in using “blended learning” to support their approach to instruction.

Future Ready 42

Future Ready Blended Learning Learning Strategy 42

edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

Todd Rogers, Professor of Public Policy at Harvard University and Chief Scientist at EveryDay Labs, have tirelessly worked with school districts to identify, develop and implement strategies to reduce absenteeism at scale. The first strategy is to examine what teachers are doing in the classroom. Todd received his Ph.D.

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Elementary Policies Mobility Strategy 56

edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 6, 2020

Every day and every instructional minute is sacred with our students, especially in this time of remote learning. Michael recently served as the Senior Executive Director of Strategy and Innovation for Dr. Michelle King before being assigned as the Local District South Superintendent. Todd received his Ph.D. Join the Community.

Learning 41

Learning Mobility Strategy Professional Learning 41

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

The technology needs of K-12 school leaders are at the core of our software and services strategy, which inspires us to always embrace an innovation-first mindset,” said Kevin Haugh, Chief Product Officer of Frontline. “As individuals with access to professional development activities in the 2022 – 2023 school year.

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Software Education Data Report 52

Shake Up Learning

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

The most useful feedback focuses on the qualities of student work or the processes or strategies used to do the work. This is not just about finding errors for students, but using feedback as a strategy for learning. Get the details on this, “Delay the Grade,” strategy in this post from Cult of Pedagogy.

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Google Classroom Mobility Android 78

edWeb.net

MARCH 11, 2020

Through a school library’s checkout program, these low-cost mobile devices provide students and households in need with secure, reliable, and safe access to the internet. Michael Flood currently serves as Vice President of Strategy at Kajeet. Even more widespread in school districts are LTE hotspots. Join the Community.

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Edcamps Accessibility Advocacy Mobility 53

EdTechTeacher

JULY 31, 2020

Do students and teachers have access to mobile devices or school-issued laptops? When scheduling, schools and teachers should also be mindful of potential challenges and constraints within a hybrid or remote learning environment. Do students and teachers have access to a reliable, high-speed Internet connection? – Hardware.

Software 88

Software Laptops Professional Learning Accessibility 88

edWeb.net

DECEMBER 14, 2020

The research surveyed over 136,000 K-12 students, teachers, and parents and focused on what digital learning looked like during the pandemic and revealed potential emerging transformation evidence. Digital Learning During the Pandemic. It was also evident in the research that teachers were using more digital content than before.

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Blackboard Chromebook Flipped Classroom Survey 61

edWeb.net

JULY 2, 2020

During the first phase of before school closures, many schools and districts had already begun developing plans for sending devices home with students to provide them with self-directed learning experiences outside of the school day. Tips and Strategies for Effective Online Learning. Join the Community.

Online Learning 88

Online Learning Blackboard Learning Social Media 88

eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2018

Secret 4: A Mobile, Physical Kiosk. Having a mobile kiosk is a bonus because it can be wheeled around and used to pitch the digital library at events like open houses or back-to-school nights. Learn how other schools are using their digital collections. Post on social media to spread the message even further. Join the Community.

Libraries 80

Libraries eBook Secondary Mobility 80

Edsurge

DECEMBER 1, 2017

Third graders reflecting on the learning experience, Image Credit: Marzano Academy Principal (Learning Leader) Rebecca Mestaz Participating in the tech scene also inspired me to create more meaningful projects for my students. I’ve had to step out of my teacher echo chamber to redefine professional learning for myself.

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Classroom Company Blended Learning Assessment 149

edWeb.net

JULY 19, 2022

From developing lesson plans, to performing administrative functions, to implementing creative strategies to spark student engagement and collaboration, today’s classroom teacher juggles more responsibility than ever and does so in less time than ever. Watch the Recording Listen to the Podcast. Watch the Recording Listen to the Podcast.

Student Engagement 85

Student Engagement Flipped Classroom Blended Learning Laptops 85

eSchool News

AUGUST 31, 2017

While some progress has been made, there is still no standardized means for teachers to develop a portfolio of credentials aligned with the always-evolving set of skills and strategies they bring to their classrooms. Badges are engaging in part because they employ game mechanics to inspire collaborative competition.

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Digital Badges Mobility EdTech Professional Learning 64

Digital Promise

OCTOBER 26, 2016

Teachers, then, need to have a better understanding of autism and how it may affect learning. They also need help putting appropriate strategies in place. Schools could allow older students to take photos of these instructions using their mobile phone or tablet. Impact of autism on a student’s life.

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Classroom Tablets Survey Meeting 120

edWeb.net

JULY 22, 2020

This can include teaching questioning strategies and modeling them, identifying appropriate topics of conversation, and making sure that students who are shy or more likely to be excluded receive the help they need to interact successfully. He also works with edWeb.net to write articles on their professional learning edWebinars.

Learning 54

Learning Mobility Professional Learning Groups 54

Edsurge

OCTOBER 29, 2017

Plans are in place to provide faculty with appropriate professional learning opportunities and, perhaps most important, heads of school have nurtured a school culture of risk-taking and innovation in which faculty feel safe to experiment, fail, and try again.

Digital Learning 86

Digital Learning Technology Mobility E-rate 86

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 26, 2015

myTeachSource aims to offer personalized and paced professional learning in digital form. ASCD has launched ASCD myTeachSource–a classroom-focused, teacher-driven digital subscription that delivers monthly topic packs on popular instructional strategies. Delisle, ASCD executive director and CEO.

Resources 40

Resources Professional Learning Tools Strategy 40

edWeb.net

MAY 22, 2019

These results are reinforced by research done on The Impact of Mobile Phone Use on Students Learning (2013) which states that students not using cell phones wrote an average of 62% more in their notes, wrote more detailed notes, recalled more detailed info and scored a letter and a half higher on assessment. Join the Community.

Smartphone 46

Smartphone Classroom Social Media Policies 46

edWeb.net

MAY 1, 2019

While states are mainly providing strategies and not funding, there is a growing movement to create innovative solutions like wi-fi on buses and community partnerships to provide wi-fi access at home. This edWebinar was hosted by SETDA and sponsored by Education Networks of America (ENA) , Kajeet , Mobile Beacon , and Parana River Group.

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Broadband Accessibility E-rate Mobility 41