Teacher Reboot Camp

MAY 1, 2018

You will also find Star Wars themed professional development tips for integrating technology, building a Personal Learning Network , and classroom management. Get your copy of Hacking Digital Learning , The 30 Goals Challenge , or Learning to Go. Ask me about training your teachers, ShellyTerrell@gmail.com !

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 19, 2020

It goes without saying that our teachers have done an incredible job when it comes to adapting to a remote learning world. With little to no training, they are finding ways to make it work for their kids while overcoming a myriad of challenges in the process.

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Learning Social Media Personal Learning Network Policies 405

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.

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Neo LMS

MARCH 9, 2021

Read more: Top learning myths to leave behind in 2020. Your personal learning network (PLN)? Read more: 6 Ways in which edtech shapes teacher training programs. Gathering new ideas. If you’re looking for new teaching methods and ideas, where do you look first? More experienced teachers? Those are all valid sources.

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A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 7, 2014

The goal was simple, to introduce and train them on some age appropriate technology tools while identifying natural pedagogical fits. So I did what I have been doing for the past five years and that was submit a query to my Personal Learning Network (PLN) using Twitter and Google+.

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 27, 2017

As such I did what I was trained to do and what I thought was the most logical course of action to get buy-in from my staff. I spent a great deal of time writing numerous detailed memos on everything from technology tools to improve assessment, developing a Personal Learning Network (PLN), and embracing innovative ideas.

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Examples Personal Learning Network Training Industry 183

Catlin Tucker

MARCH 21, 2017

My trainings are hands-on and practice-based, which makes it even more obvious when a teacher is choosing not to engage. I want to scream, “This is time that’s been given to you so you can learn something new. The key to maintaining a clarity of purpose is to connect with other educators who are passionate and inspired.

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Personal Learning Network Professional Learning Report Training 420

Educational Technology Guy

AUGUST 27, 2018

Microsoft Education Resources - resources for admin, IT and teachers Evernote for Education Resources - the ultimate note taking, web clipping, lesson planning resource Create a Personal Learning Network - a PLN is an excellent resource for help, advice, and sharing ideas.

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Resources Personal Learning Network Microsoft Google 110

A Principal's Reflections

JULY 22, 2013

The trainings that many educators are now forced to attend are usually driven by whatever the federal and state governments have mandated. Now, I am not saying that these things are not important, but it is hard as a professional to develop a love for learning when one has to succumb to daylong trainings with absolutely no authenticity.

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Edcamps Common Core Personal Learning Network Training 307

A Principal's Reflections

JULY 20, 2011

Additionally, they should be provided with the knowledge and foundation to develop a Personal Learning Network. This will enable them to learn more according to their diverse interests and passions. This would incorporate training and other professional growth activities embedded within the school day.

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Personal Learning Network Training Personalized Learning Technology 267

A Principal's Reflections

MAY 20, 2018

From a growth perspective, the Personal Learning Network ( PLN ) concept has dramatically impacted countless educators across the globe. People craving more than a drive-by event, traditional school professional development day, or mandated training have an authentic outlet that caters to their interests.

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OER Personal Learning Network Outcomes Blended Learning 239

A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 30, 2012

However, it is from failure that we learn best and get better. Lack of training : With the integration of technology comes change. Many educators fear technology as they feel there is not, or will not be, the appropriate level of training to support implementation.

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Technology Education Social Media Assessment 332

Graphite Blog

MARCH 5, 2019

What do a class noise meter, Google teacher trainings, and presentation widgets have in common? Whether you're looking for help managing group work or you could use some training on Google tools, this list is for you. Google Teacher Center is a free site by Google that offers self-paced teacher trainings for Google tools.

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Tools Classroom Personal Learning Network Android 61

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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Digital Badges Personal Learning Network Social Media Professional Learning 89

Edsurge

JUNE 20, 2019

The program promises 100 hours of online training and 100 hours of in-person training for 16 weeks. The nonprofit wing trains cohort members to become database administrators for customer relationship management tools by software provider Salesforce. Participants like Hill pay nothing up front.

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Training Software Online Assessments Google 125

Learning with 'e's

NOVEMBER 7, 2016

Clearly there are security and privacy issues to be addressed, but another trend is that learning is now becoming more untethered and we are witnessing a decline in the use of training rooms. Digital delivery of content can personalise learning, enabling learners to work at their own pace, and in a place and at a time that suits them.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 27, 2015

Time after time, participants took responsibility for their own learning. Participants worked together as a Personal Learning Network to understand. To find out new training as it becomes available, sign up for my publisher’s newsletter and you’ll be the first to hear. They were connected educators.

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Digital Citizenship Gamification Common Core Flipped Classroom 150

Edsurge

JULY 6, 2020

The impetus, she recalls, came from a desire to learn about new technologies that were coming into the classroom at the time. “If If you were a teacher, you quickly realized that none of your past training prepared you for using these tools with your students.” Even where training was offered, it often felt stale and unengaging.

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Edcamps Training Blended Learning Conference 146

Graphite Blog

MARCH 5, 2019

What do a class noise meter, Google teacher trainings, and presentation widgets have in common? Whether you're looking for help managing group work or you could use some training on Google tools, this list is for you. Google Teacher Center is a free site by Google that offers self-paced teacher trainings for Google tools.

Tools 40

Tools Classroom Personal Learning Network Android 40

Graphite Blog

MARCH 5, 2019

What do a class noise meter, Google teacher trainings, and presentation widgets have in common? Whether you're looking for help managing group work or you could use some training on Google tools, this list is for you. Google Teacher Center is a free site by Google that offers self-paced teacher trainings for Google tools.

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Tools Classroom Personal Learning Network Android 40

A Principal's Reflections

MAY 8, 2016

Professional Growth Traditional forms of professional development such as “sit and get”, one-size-fits-all, a few isolated days in the school calendar, and trainings lacking accountability are all a waste of time and money. Technology now allows for professional learning to take place anytime, anywhere, and with anyone.

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iPhone Personal Learning Network Smartphone Professional Learning 150

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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Poll Everywhere Schoology iPad Mobility 198

Educational Technology Guy

SEPTEMBER 10, 2012

I''ve met some great people in the DEN and learned so much. It''s a great Personal Learning Network for any and all educators. She supports and trains teachers at two elementary schools, Arlington Traditional School and Glebe Elementary School. It''s not just about Discovery Education resources either.

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Common Core Education Elementary Personal Learning Network 133

A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 17, 2021

At the individual level, intrinsic motivation drives educators to actively seek opportunities that support their diverse learning interests and needs. Social media has played a considerable role in this area over the years, demonstrating the power of Personal Learning Networks (PLNs) with learning anytime, anywhere, and with anyone.

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Edsurge

MARCH 27, 2018

I know there are many who can’t travel at all, or who must demonstrate that when they attend a meeting, conference or training that it has quantifiable benefits for their institution. A professional development plan, targeted training, events with specific outcomes and takeaways can all be valuable.

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 6, 2010

How many of us could honestly say that after a 3 hour professional development training, let alone 11 hours? Learning did not stop for one minute at the academy. Each presenter’s dedication to ensuring that we fully understood how to implement the various Google tools was greatly appreciated by all.

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Google Personal Learning Network Conference Tools 159

MSEDTechie

NOVEMBER 18, 2015

If you are going to train teachers, you should have experience with instruction. There is nothing worse than receiving training on a tool that you don’t have access to, or will never get to use. Ex: using a overhead projector, training on a product that is old and has replacement. and no particular order….

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Gamification Survey Edcamps Training 40

mauilibrarian2 in Olinda

NOVEMBER 6, 2013

Lisa Nagamine, principal of Moanalua Middle School located near Honolulu, is training her teachers thoroughly first. Next week, we''ll be recommending Google+ Communities that we think our Hawaii (and other) teachers will enjoy as they build their PLN (Personal Learning Network). Hawaii HOA. Enjoy! ? ? ? ? ?

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Google Personal Learning Network Elementary Training 45

Shake Up Learning

JANUARY 2, 2017

Join the Shake Up Learning Facebook group to connect with Kasey Bell, engage more deeply with Shake Up Learning content, ask questions, share your own lessons and ideas, and expand your personal learning network! There may even be some exclusive content and live training coming your way in 2017!

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Facebook Groups Learning Personal Learning Network 46

Learning with 'e's

JULY 12, 2011

Everyone has one - a personal learning environment, that is. Just look around when you are next sat on a bus or train, and you will see people sat listening with earbuds or using their mobile phones. We all learn. We all learn. We all use tools to help us learn. Some will be reading books, or Kindles.

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PLE Personal Learning Network Personalized Learning Conference 57

My Island View

APRIL 18, 2016

The presentation was based on this person’s life experience through the lens of an educator. A Personal Learning Network consisting of thousands of collegial sources did not develop in a few months. Too often we buy the sizzle, but miss the steak.

Social Media 48

Social Media Personal Learning Network Laptops Software 48

My Island View

APRIL 18, 2016

The presentation was based on this person’s life experience through the lens of an educator. A Personal Learning Network consisting of thousands of collegial sources did not develop in a few months. Too often we buy the sizzle, but miss the steak.

Social Media 48

Social Media Personal Learning Network Laptops Software 48

My Island View

APRIL 18, 2016

The presentation was based on this person’s life experience through the lens of an educator. A Personal Learning Network consisting of thousands of collegial sources did not develop in a few months. Too often we buy the sizzle, but miss the steak.

Social Media 48

Social Media Personal Learning Network Laptops Software 48

Learning with 'e's

JULY 16, 2012

I once trained as a photographer. Because I trained in the pre-digital era, we spent a lot of time in the darkroom, fiddling blindly with developer containers and stumbling around fumbling for the light switch. At present in the UK we have a silo system of education and training. But we can take this a step further.

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E-rate Secondary Training Personal Learning Network 48

Learning with 'e's

JANUARY 29, 2012

During my talk, I discussed a number of possible scenarios that might result when wholesale adoption of digital technologies occurs in education and training. I was pleasantly surprised by the huge turnout to hear me speak, and grateful to Don Taylor and his team for inviting me to speak at this excellent event.

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Digital Learning Social Media Gamification Learning 58

Edsurge

AUGUST 12, 2019

Empathy (Source: Participate) While there has been an increase in training around social-emotional learning (SEL) in K-12 classrooms, many professional development (PD) resources for educators treat SEL as a standalone subject rather than a foundational component of learning environments. Em·pa·thy /?emp?TH?/

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Professional Learning Twitter Classroom Training 143

The Daring Librarian

SEPTEMBER 30, 2012

to experience the Amazing Personal Learning Network (PLN) that we are.Free, Virtually, and Global! You pick your time, your expert, your topic, put on your bunny slippers, & soak in the learning and become a leader in your district! Train Thysel f: "The stuff we are working with is pretty new. I want YOU!

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