Professional Learning, Resources and Technology

Strengthen Professional Learning with Micro-credentials

Digital Promise

OCTOBER 6, 2020

Micro-credentials present a unique opportunity to link professional learning to practice. Through each competency-based credential, educators demonstrate application of their learning. Micro-credentials are particularly well-suited for introducing emerging technologies and content.

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A Framework for Learning Through the Purposeful Use of Technology

A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

Technology has the potential to transform teaching and learning in a number of ways. One way it can be used to transform teaching and learning is by providing students with access to a wealth of information, including multimedia resources, educational apps, and online databases.

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Professional Learning in a Pandemic

Digital Promise

MAY 20, 2020

With schools closed and social distancing orders in place due to COVID-19, micro-credentials —which are online and on-demand—allow educators to continue their professional learning without leaving their homes. Micro-credentials support timely topics like distance learning. Start earning micro-credentials.

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Micro-credentials and COVID-19: Supporting Professional Learning When Schools are Closed

Digital Promise

APRIL 16, 2020

In the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, districts and educators have been tasked with shifting teaching and learning online, and many are seeking resources to support learning in this new environment. We recognize that while educators adapt to new realities, they remain dedicated to their students’ well-being and learning.

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Why Professional Learning Is a Crucial Piece of a 1:1 Program

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Paula Stamey, a seventh-grade social studies teacher in Benton, Tennessee, taught for 20 years before her school became a Verizon Innovative Learning School and adopted one-to-one technology in 2017. Mrs. Stamey is not alone in her initial reluctance to use technology in her classroom.

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How Are Educators Continuing Powerful Professional Learning Online?

Digital Promise

JANUARY 13, 2021

The Edcamp Community supports educators to organize and participate in participant-driven professional learning designed by and for educators. However, with educators pivoting to distance learning, organizers have developed virtual Edcamps to continue creating opportunities for voice and choice in their professional learning.

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Using the Learner Variability Navigator for Professional Learning

Digital Promise

JULY 20, 2020

That is why the Learner Variability Navigator is such a great resource for educators! We’ve recently seen COVID-19’s devastating impact on school-based learning, and how a renewed drive to improve digital learning experiences for teachers and their students has emerged.

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Model What You Preach: Pedagogy at the Heart of Professional Learning

A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 15, 2019

If the expectation is for teachers and administrators to leave a learning experience with practical, ready to use strategies, then anyone who is leading the professional learning should incorporate a mix of modeling, hands-on activities, and performance tasks (i.e., in settings that emulate a classroom or school.

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5 Tips That Foster Collaborative Professional Learning

EdTech Magazine

MAY 25, 2018

5 Tips That Foster Collaborative Professional Learning. Leveraging new technology for professional learning requires some creative thinking — and it also takes money. The program’s goal was to improve student achievement and higher-order thinking skills through more effective use of educational technology.

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Innovating Professional Learning with Micro-credentials

Digital Promise

OCTOBER 22, 2019

With this in mind, I began my work in this role to catalyze, sponsor, and facilitate our district’s efforts to develop innovative (“new/different/better”) approaches to learning. SVCF was keenly interested in exploring compelling approaches to professional learning for teachers and education leaders to effect changes in practice.

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TPACK model: Strategies for effective educational technology integration

Hapara

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Listen to an audio version of this post: [link] Have you ever stepped into a classroom decked out with technology, but the learning goals for the technology weren’t clear? Edtech has opened up an array of possibilities for instruction and learning. TPACK stands for technological pedagogical content knowledge.

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Cultivating a Culture of Coaching to Support Powerful Use of Technology

Digital Promise

AUGUST 11, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic has illustrated the importance of instructional technology, and instructional technology coaching is key to assisting teachers with powerful uses of technology. Popular micro-credentials included: Visionary Leadership for Technology. Technology as a Tool for Professional Learning.

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10 Tips for Instructional Technology Coaches

The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 5, 2022

The best Instructional Technology Coaches are partners, culture leaders, encouragers, and easy to work with, says Dr. Katie Ritter. She covers ten essential points for being a successful education technology coach based on her research and her personal coaching of instructional technology coaches and teachers. Podcast Takeaway.

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How immersive technology can empower students (and teachers) to learn

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Immersive, experiential technology is transforming how both students and teachers learn. Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR and VR) provide deeper engagement, opportunities for collaboration, and hands-on learning that places newly acquired knowledge and skills in context. Immersive learning isn’t just for students.

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AI in the Classroom: A Teacher's Toolkit for Transformation

A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 24, 2024

While it won't replace the irreplaceable human touch in the classroom, AI can significantly enhance teaching and learning by offering personalization, efficiency, and insightful data analysis. Personalized Learning Pathways Imagine a classroom where each student receives instruction tailored to their specific needs.

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A 5-Step Plan to Improve Professional Learning in Your School

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

We must commit to creating meaningful, purposeful professional learning experiences for our educators. We must commit to creating meaningful, purposeful professional learning experiences for our educators. From there, you can construct a solid professional learning plan for your team.

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What Do You Need to Sustain a Culture of Powerful Learning that Leverages Technology?

Digital Promise

JUNE 9, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic laid bare the inequitable access to technology and broadband, particularly for students who have been traditionally marginalized. Ongoing, embedded professional learning opportunities for teachers. Always-available technology and broadband access. Support for parents and caregivers.

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SETDA Launches Cybersecurity Resource Focused on Small, Rural, and Under-resourced Districts

eSchool News

OCTOBER 18, 2023

. — Today, SETDA is pleased to announce the release of a cybersecurity resource focused on small, rural, and under-resourced districts. As technology continues to reshape education, ensuring the safety and security of students’ data and school networks has never been more crucial.

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Integration of Digital Badges to Acknowledge Professional Learning

A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 7, 2013

Laura is the new media specialist at NMHS and has been challenged to develop innovative ways to create structures to recognize informal learning of both teachers and students. As a 21st Century Library Media Specialist, part of what I strive to do is to serve as an instructional technology resource for both educators and learners. ?In

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How immersive technology can empower students (and teachers) to learn

eSchool News

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Immersive, experiential technology is transforming how both students and teachers learn. Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR and VR) provide deeper engagement, opportunities for collaboration, and hands-on learning that places newly acquired knowledge and skills in context. Immersive learning isn’t just for students.

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Discovery Education Enhances K-12 Platform with New Games, Interactives, Career Resources, and More to Nurture Student Curiosity

EdNews Daily

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Global EdTech leader Discovery Education announced the addition of new games, interactives, career resources and more to its award-winning K-12 learning platform, Discovery Education Experience. This new content nurtures student curiosity and supports educators’ efforts to engage all learners more deeply in instruction.

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How Edtech for Teachers Helps Collaboration and Professional Learning

Edthena

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

Our recent chat with Monica Burns reminded us not to forget about teachers using technology for themselves. The author of Ed Tech Essentials and founder of Class Tech Tips encourages educators to use tech tools for their own professional learning. Edtech can help teachers create portfolios and catalog resources.

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edWeb 2021 Professional Learning Survey

edWeb.net

APRIL 29, 2021

“We are not isolated in our common concerns regarding student learning in light of the COVID pandemic, and it has been a great resource to find solutions to common problems shared by fellow educators.”. edWeb makes it possible for educators to participate in personalized, collaborative learning – anytime, anywhere.

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How immersive technology can empower students (and teachers) to learn

eSchool News

AUGUST 31, 2023

Immersive, experiential technology is transforming how both students and teachers learn. Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR and VR) provide deeper engagement, opportunities for collaboration, and hands-on learning that places newly acquired knowledge and skills in context. Immersive learning isn’t just for students.

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Inviting Teachers to Reflect on Their Use of Technology During COVID-19

Digital Promise

MAY 19, 2021

As Digital Promise team members who have researched and supported teachers’ use of educational technology, we want to recognize and celebrate your successes. After taking some time to reflect on your learnings, you’ll be ready to create a plan to sustain your technology practice in the school year to come.

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Spotlight on Professional Learning Funding During and After COVID

edWeb.net

JUNE 8, 2021

According to experts from the edWebinar, “ The Transformation and Funding of PreK-12 Professional Learning in the COVID Era,” sponsored by Simba Information, a business of Market Research.com, research shows that recent trends in professional learning are here to stay. How Vendors Can Help.

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Technology Resources For Early Childhood Learning

The Web20Classroom

JUNE 26, 2016

As a Dad and an educator I am constantly looking for the best resources to provide for them at home to supplement the learning they are doing in their schools. Every parent wants their child to have a jump start on learning and ensure they are prepared for a world of learning, especially with technology.

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Arizona’s Apache Junction Unified School District Supports Innovative Teaching and Learning with New EdTech Resources

eSchool News

APRIL 19, 2024

Charlotte, NC — Arizona’s Apache Junction Unified School District (AJUSD) today announced a new collaboration with global edtech leader Discovery Education supporting innovative teaching and learning in the district.

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Wayne Township Schools: Districtwide Professional Learning with edWeb

edWeb.net

JULY 28, 2022

The Wayne Township Learning Center (WTLC), established in 2014, is a testament to the district’s commitment to high-quality professional development for its educators. When the pandemic hit and impacted in-person schools, the district shifted to virtual PD sessions on Zoom and Google Meet for significant district technology workshops.

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Discovery Education Launches New Digital Citizenship Resources in Partnership with Norton

eSchool News

MARCH 27, 2023

Charlotte, NC – Discovery Education, in partnership with Norton, a leading Cyber Safety brand of Gen , recently launched a new digital citizenship resource center – My Digital Life – on the award-winning Discovery Education K-12 platform.

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Free Resources from Discovery Education Support Financial Capability Month

eSchool News

APRIL 6, 2023

Charlotte, NC — Discovery Education—the worldwide edtech leader whose state-of-the-art digital platform supports learning wherever it takes place—is providing an array of free digital resources to support National Financial Capability Month. Financial literacy is another necessary topic to be taught in schools.

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SOS Top 10: Summer Professional Learning

Discovery Education

MAY 11, 2022

Even so, many of you are likely already prepping for what’s to come and planning professional learning to get ready for the fall. Whether you’re helping coordinate PL sessions or simply an enthusiastic participant, we’ve picked 10 of our favorite SOS Instructional Strategies will give a fresh take on professional learning.

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Schools and Districts in Eight States Make Big Investments in Lexia Aspire Professional Learning

eSchool News

JUNE 16, 2023

BOSTON – Months after the launch of Lexia Aspire Professional Learning , schools and districts in California, Georgia, Kentucky, Maryland, New York, North Carolina, Oklahoma, and Wisconsin have invested in licenses to make the self-paced digital solution available to teachers.

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Varsity Tutors for Schools Launches a Professional Learning Community on edWeb

edWeb.net

MAY 1, 2023

Tutoring for Schools will provide thought-provoking discussions, conveniently recorded edLeader Panels and podcasts designed for real-time learning, and monthly blog posts with strategies to scale tutoring district wide and improve student outcomes. Visit Varsity Tutors for Schools to learn more.

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4 Ways to Build a Strong Professional Learning Network for Innovation and Growth

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

To that end, we chatted with HP Teaching Fellows Rola Tibshiran i, Vicky Masson , Joseph Filipic , Jim Pedrech and Chad Sorrells about how critical professional learning networks (PLNs) have been to both their craft and their well-being. Here, they share four essential recommendations for creating a strong PLN.

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Celebrating Earth Day with Resources from Discovery Education

eSchool News

APRIL 19, 2023

Charlotte, NC — In celebration of Earth Day 2023, Discovery Education presents K-12 teachers and students a diverse array of cross-curricular digital resources inspiring exploration of the natural world and environmental stewardship. This resource is part of the Celebrations collection in the Sesame Learning channel.

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Teachers Can Transform Education if We Reinvent Professional Learning

EdNews Daily

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

In a complex, demanding environment, competency is a journey of growth fueled by resources, sharing, collaboration, experience, election, persistence, flexibility, failure, and breakthrough. Link teachers to digital training resources. Create healthy ecosystems in which growth can’t help but occur.

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10 key CoSN back-to-school resources for edtech leaders

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Editor’s note : This story on 10 back-to-school resources for edtech leaders originally appeared on CoSN’s blog and is reposted here with permission. CoSN Resources on AI offer insight, advice and peer experiences that will guide EdTech leaders in harnessing the power of AI to enhance learning.

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Resources for Teachers and Instructional Coaches – February 2022

Edthena

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

It’s been a short but eventful month, and we’ve curated this month’s top resources for teachers and instructional coaches. This edition of noted and notable content for educators includes effective communication for ‘managing up’, trends in professional learning needs, and a roundup of coverage for our new AI Coach platform.

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10 key CoSN back-to-school resources for edtech leaders

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Editor’s note : This story on 10 back-to-school resources for edtech leaders originally appeared on CoSN’s blog and is reposted here with permission. CoSN Resources on AI offer insight, advice and peer experiences that will guide EdTech leaders in harnessing the power of AI to enhance learning.

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Making Professional Learning Count

Digital Promise

SEPTEMBER 30, 2015

In addition to traditional professional development activities like courses, workshops and in-service sessions, technology brings boundless new opportunities for continuous learning through classroom-based videos, online courses and educator-driven idea exchanges.

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7 Great NonProfits Changing the Face of Professional Learning

Tom Murray

AUGUST 28, 2016

As mentioned in my previous post 16 Great NonProfits Working to Support EdTech in Schools , prior to my role as the Director of Innovation for Future Ready Schools, I spent 14 years in a public school in Pennsylvania as an elementary and middle school teacher, middle school and elementary principal, and district level technology director.

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Building Confidence and Competence through Personalized Professional Learning

Digital Promise

MAY 31, 2016

To support teachers in developing the necessary skills and knowledge to facilitate optimal learning experiences under this new initiative, HISD and the University of San Diego (USD) teamed up with Digital Promise to pilot a competency-based professional learning model supported by micro-credentials. Lessons Learned.

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Discovery Education Offers New Financial Literacy Resources Supporting National Financial Capability Month Activities

eSchool News

APRIL 8, 2024

Charlotte, NC — Discovery Education —the worldwide edtech leader whose state-of-the-art digital resources nurture student curiosity and drive deeper engagement in instruction—presents educators a wide array of new, free digital resources to support National Financial Capability Month activities.

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Strengthen Professional Learning with Micro-credentials

A Framework for Learning Through the Purposeful Use of Technology

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Professional Learning in a Pandemic

Micro-credentials and COVID-19: Supporting Professional Learning When Schools are Closed

Why Professional Learning Is a Crucial Piece of a 1:1 Program

How Are Educators Continuing Powerful Professional Learning Online?

Using the Learner Variability Navigator for Professional Learning

Model What You Preach: Pedagogy at the Heart of Professional Learning

5 Tips That Foster Collaborative Professional Learning

Innovating Professional Learning with Micro-credentials

TPACK model: Strategies for effective educational technology integration

Cultivating a Culture of Coaching to Support Powerful Use of Technology

10 Tips for Instructional Technology Coaches

How immersive technology can empower students (and teachers) to learn

AI in the Classroom: A Teacher's Toolkit for Transformation

A 5-Step Plan to Improve Professional Learning in Your School

What Do You Need to Sustain a Culture of Powerful Learning that Leverages Technology?

SETDA Launches Cybersecurity Resource Focused on Small, Rural, and Under-resourced Districts

Integration of Digital Badges to Acknowledge Professional Learning

How immersive technology can empower students (and teachers) to learn

Discovery Education Enhances K-12 Platform with New Games, Interactives, Career Resources, and More to Nurture Student Curiosity

How Edtech for Teachers Helps Collaboration and Professional Learning

edWeb 2021 Professional Learning Survey

How immersive technology can empower students (and teachers) to learn

Inviting Teachers to Reflect on Their Use of Technology During COVID-19

Spotlight on Professional Learning Funding During and After COVID

Technology Resources For Early Childhood Learning

Arizona’s Apache Junction Unified School District Supports Innovative Teaching and Learning with New EdTech Resources

Wayne Township Schools: Districtwide Professional Learning with edWeb

Discovery Education Launches New Digital Citizenship Resources in Partnership with Norton

Free Resources from Discovery Education Support Financial Capability Month

SOS Top 10: Summer Professional Learning

Schools and Districts in Eight States Make Big Investments in Lexia Aspire Professional Learning

Varsity Tutors for Schools Launches a Professional Learning Community on edWeb

4 Ways to Build a Strong Professional Learning Network for Innovation and Growth

Celebrating Earth Day with Resources from Discovery Education

Teachers Can Transform Education if We Reinvent Professional Learning

10 key CoSN back-to-school resources for edtech leaders

Resources for Teachers and Instructional Coaches – February 2022

10 key CoSN back-to-school resources for edtech leaders

Making Professional Learning Count

7 Great NonProfits Changing the Face of Professional Learning

Building Confidence and Competence through Personalized Professional Learning

Discovery Education Offers New Financial Literacy Resources Supporting National Financial Capability Month Activities

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