edWeb.net

APRIL 6, 2021

About the Presenters. Eric Butash is responsible for providing leadership and innovation for enhancing teaching and learning through the identification, evaluation, adoption, and integration of effective educational innovations for the Foster-Glocester Regional School District. WATCH THE EDLEADER PANEL RECORDING. LISTEN TO THE PODCAST.

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 26, 2020

Difficult decisions have had to be made regarding grading, making funds available to get technology in the hands of disadvantaged kids, getting school work to kids where the digital divide could not be overcome, and figuring out how to provide professional learning support virtually. Here you can find a listing or some great options.

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Tom Murray

AUGUST 28, 2016

When I got connected on social media, my lens was expanded and I became aware of more organizations, as well as their supporting tools and resources. All of these organizations are shifting the needle and rocking professional learning nationwide. EdCamp Foundation. URL: www.edcamp.org. URL: www.iste.org.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 3, 2017

But just as continual development of the iPhone eventually renders older prototypes obsolete; so too are new educational technologies pushing us past differentiation towards personalized learning. Transitioning to a personalized learning environment doesn’t happen overnight—it’s a process.

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A Principal's Reflections

MAY 10, 2020

Through all this adversity, educators have risen to the occasion and have begun the tedious process of redefining education and what real learning really should be. That is how we must look at the present situation. You can’t re-envision or transform education if professional learning doesn’t change.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 30, 2018

At last February’s Board meeting, 10-year old Ryan inspired the adults in the room to see how tech can be leveraged for learning in a whole new light. Ryan had this chance to shine because of Fresno’s Personalized Learning Initiative (PLI), which has been fostering student voice, choice and collaboration over the last two years.

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 15, 2020

I can honestly say that I have learned so much from them over the years as to what pedagogically-sound blended learning really is, and, in my mind, they are a global exemplar for others to emulate. Their influence can be seen and heard in my writing, presentations, workshops, and work with other schools.

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Catlin Tucker

MAY 13, 2020

Rachelle is a Spanish and STEAM teacher, presenter, author, and lawyer! If you are part of a professional learning community, the questions below are designed to facilitate a conversation–in person or online–about the issues discussed in this episode of The Balance. How do you make time to continue learning?

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eSchool News

APRIL 26, 2024

Teachers who complete the course will earn a certificate that can be presented to their district for professional development (PD) credit. Teachers will also learn how to input their specific lesson plans into generative AI tools to get ideas for grade-level appropriate exit activities.

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edWeb.net

MARCH 6, 2019

iNACOL defines personalized learning as “tailoring learning for each student’s strength, needs, and interests—including enabling student’s voice and choice in what, how, when and where they learn—to provide flexibility and supports to ensure mastery of the highest standards possible.”

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

But many times tech is only integrated at specific points in the classroom or with a specific tool as determined by the teacher. In the edWebinar “ Students Leverage Technology Tools and Makerspaces to Personalize Learning,” Grace Borst, Innovation Specialist at St. About the Presenter.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

The use of Cultural Proficiency tools has been combined successfully with a continuous school improvement plan in the Eden Prairie Schools in Minnesota. Understanding Cultural Proficiency Tools. Working with the Tools of Cultural Proficiency.

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A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 13, 2020

Nights and weekends were spent at the local office store getting transparencies made for the overhead projector, which was the primary technology tool at the time. Now my time was spent creating PowerPoint presentations for direct instruction. Seek out or ask for professional learning support on remote and hybrid pedagogy.

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Hapara

JUNE 7, 2023

Whether you’re already a Hāpara educator or admin, or you’re interested in hearing more about our ethical screen monitoring tool and AI-powered web filter, we can’t wait to see you at booth #1613. The presenters will discuss their perspectives about developing programs in their school districts. 10:00 a.m.

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A Principal's Reflections

JUNE 30, 2019

When it is all said and done, the best experiences are ongoing and job-embedded so that the needed support, application into practice, feedback, and accountability for growth lead to actual changes to teaching, learning, and leadership. So, what does meaningful professional learning look like? Herein lies the power of a PLN.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 10, 2017

With personalization becoming a growing initiative in schools, the library is a valuable asset for personalizing instruction around student needs. Michelle and Jackie discussed how the library can personalize instruction through assessing, reading, learning, and making. About the Presenter. Join the Community.

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edWeb.net

JANUARY 26, 2017

In fact, a conservative 30-40% of students may require an alternate learning path or support during their learning. Personalized learning comes into play with such a high level of learner diversity. Research and technology are key to improving personalized learning. About the Presenters.

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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. Read the original post here.

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NeverEndingSearch

AUGUST 12, 2018

A recent winner of the ISTE Seal of Alignment Report , Participate.com is a professional learning networker’s dream, packed with features offering local relevance as well as the potential for global connections. Way back in 2016 I wrote a post about Participate.com, Curating with Communities.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 28, 2018

It helps teachers extend their learning beyond the four walls. Steven Anderson, Lisa Schmucki, and Shaelynn Farnsworth discuss the value of a personal learning network. Steven Anderson published a book with Tom Whitby in 2104, The Relevant Educator: How Connectedness Empowers Learning. Teachers need more time.

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Catlin Tucker

APRIL 11, 2021

Some schools struggled to embrace the flexibility and affordances of online learning and instead attempted to replicate the traditional school day online. Others did not have the infrastructure, devices, or professional learning necessary to navigate this sudden shift online. Which technology tools were most useful?

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Digital Promise

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

More and more schools across the country are thinking beyond academic initiatives, working to broaden the definition of success to ensure all students are healthy, safe, and engaged in their learning. Personalized learning (#4). Real world learning (#8). Teaching with technology (#7). Explore Priority Challenges.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

After a weekly one-hour session, students feel closer to classmates and often add them to their ongoing PLN (Professional Learning Network). First, I select only tech tools that are platform agnostic, easy to set up, and intuitive to use. You can find her resources at Structured Learning. Simplify Tech Skills.

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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. To accomplish this I had to quickly familiarize myself with some new tools. Within minutes I was bombarded with so many new tools. I had a few in my toolbox, but needed more.

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Edsurge

APRIL 10, 2024

Data-driven decisions are increasingly recognized as a critical component of K-12 education, enhancing personalized learning, improving assessment and feedback, optimizing resource allocation and fostering early intervention. Despite the benefits, implementing data-driven decision-making in education presents challenges.

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edWeb.net

JANUARY 19, 2024

Over 1,100 educators have presented an edWebinar on edWeb to share their ideas, resources and practices with their peers. Over 100 sponsors and partners have supported our online learning communities and edWebinars so the professional learning is free for educators.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 30, 2017

Digs deeper into digital tools used by innovative teachers to extend and enrich student learning. The 21 st Century classroom blends technology with traditional teaching to build a collaborative, differentiated, and shared learning environment. Classmates will become the core of your ongoing Professional Learning Network.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 11, 2019

And to help teachers navigate the plethora of materials for the digital classroom, Tanner Higgin, Director of Education Editorial Strategy at Common Sense Education, presented “ 50 Top Edtech Tools for the Classroom.” Mosa Mack Science : Grounded in NGSS, this tool grabs students with mysteries. Free Favorites. STEM Standouts.

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Tom Murray

MAY 14, 2017

School leaders begin to make their plans for the summer months; from professional learning days to administrative PLCs. The goal isn’t using tech for tech’s sake; rather, it’s to help students develop critical-thinking skills and learn how to apply mathematical concepts to real life. Book: How to Personalize Learning.

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Reading By Example

DECEMBER 5, 2015

I had the privilege of presenting at the Wisconsin Technology Initiative on December 5, 2015. My topic was how to get started in building one’s personal learning network. There were positives, but it seemed like schoolwide professional learning wasn’t enough for the teachers attending.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 5, 2017

This three-week course (July 10-July 30) digs into the digital ideas and tools used by innovative teachers to extend and enrich student learning. Classmates will become the core of your ongoing Professional Learning Network. Blend technology smoothly into your curriculum making it a tool, not a distraction.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 3, 2021

In addition, you’ll create practical tools such as rubrics for teacher observation, surveys for self-assessment reports, and data collection checklists and notes for interviews. Some students are not yet ready or cannot return to in-person learning. Learn More. Engaging Students Online Who Are Experiencing Anxiety.

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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. Removing the time excuse didn''t hurt either.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 15, 2020

The strategies will not only help you be more engaged, present, and fulfilled as a teacher, but you’ll also apply your learning to your classroom and your students.” If you aren’t familiar with the current research and educational practices in this area, you might want to add this topic to your personal learning plan for the summer.

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Learning with 'e's

NOVEMBER 19, 2011

I was quite impressed by Joyce Seitzinger's Professional Learning Environment (PLN) model that she presented at Deakin University in Melbourne this week. The first, the Staffroom is quite public, calling on high levels of communication and high profile, and involves the use of microblogging tools such as Twitter.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 8, 2016

This three-week course (July 11-July 31) is a follow-on to the introductory class, Tech-infused Teacher , digging into the digital ideas and tools used by innovative teachers to extend and enrich student learning. Classmates will become the core of your ongoing Professional Learning Network. Internet connection.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

One factor that can lead to teachers not feeling supported is not having the time or resources to invest in their professional learning and development. As educators, it can be easy to get caught up in the day-to-day work, but the only way to grow is by strategically dedicating learning time for your teams.

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