A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 3, 2023

The arrangement of desks, the presence of collaborative spaces, and the infusion of technology all contribute to the atmosphere that shapes a student's educational experience. Research consistently underscores the profound impact of physical and virtual learning environments on educational outcomes.

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A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 8, 2019

When we think about change, more often than not, a plan is developed, implemented, and evaluated with the goal being improvement. The final piece to a good plan is the results. No matter how good a plan for change and improvement is, the proof is in the pudding. Most schools, districts, and organizations have both.

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A Principal's Reflections

JULY 7, 2019

It cannot be overstated how much this element contributes to student achievement. The process can be best articulated through the strategic planning cycle pictured below. The strategic planning process provides a logical path forward, but there are also many other elements that come into play.

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Digital Promise

APRIL 25, 2023

Strategic Planning for Equity-Driven Edtech Selection, Implementation, and Evaluation A recent report from LearnPlatform showed that during the 2021-2022 school year, school districts accessed an average of 1,417 edtech tools each month. How to Center Equity in Edtech Guidance At the core of this systems guide is a focus on equity.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 24, 2022

In a society experiencing large-scale industrial disruption, rapid technological revolution, declining higher education enrollment, demographic shifts, financial strain, and the various implications of recovering from a global pandemic, now is a historically challenging time to take the helm of an institution. identify who is being served.

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Digital Promise

AUGUST 24, 2020

Digital Promise has been working with districts and educators from across the United States to integrate computational thinking (CT) and computer science (CS) into K-12 classrooms. What does it look like to integrate computational thinking and computer science in the classroom? What are “Look for” documents?

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edWeb.net

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Watch the Recording Listen to the Podcast One of the most important roles of a leader is the development and implementation of a plan. How good a job one does at that vital step can make all the difference in the plan’s success or failure. Both superintendents talked about how to get others to want to follow their plans. “I

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 13, 2018

Immersive technologies such as virtual reality and 3D scanning are becoming so hot that educators across the country are beginning to roll them out for students of all ages. Education technology purchasing is similar. Thu, 09/13/2018 - 08:51. In our personal lives, we are all prone to this behavior.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 18, 2019

Students must imagine and design worlds, characters, levels, sound effects, game elements, and more. Students must determine what they want their peers to accomplish in their games and strategize different levels, bonuses, easter eggs, and traps. Stencyl – design games without coding, but by choosing elements and characters.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

MAY 28, 2020

Students must imagine and design worlds, characters, levels, sound effects, game elements, and more. Students must determine what they want their peers to accomplish in their games and strategize different levels, bonuses, easter eggs, and traps. Stencyl – design games without coding, but by choosing elements and characters.

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Education Elements

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

Teams and plans are in place and the momentum is palpable. As we focused on the task for the next hour we had set aside for strategic planning, the question surfaced immediately… What now? Our Education Elements partners had seen this before.

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Kyle Pace

AUGUST 10, 2023

The rise of online gaming has sparked a transformation in various industries, and education is no exception. Gamification, or the application of gaming principles in non-gaming contexts, has become a powerful tool in education. It’s about finding the right fit, understanding the rules, and making informed decisions.

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Education Elements

AUGUST 21, 2019

At Education Elements, we pride ourselves on being a responsive organization. Like many organizations, we can fall short of true responsiveness, but we are proud of how nimble, engaged, and positive our team is as a result of responsive practices.

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A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 29, 2017

Note: This post is directly related to my work at the International Center for Leadership in Education Efficacy has been on my mind a great deal as of late, and as a result, it has been reflected in my writing. Unfortunately, nothing existed. This need served as a call to action of sorts and catalyzed my current work.

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 25, 2019

With all of the disruption we see as a result of the 4th Industrial Revolution, changes to how we educate kids have to be considered. The result has been districts, schools, and educators making a great deal of investment in an array of ideas, strategies, and solutions with the goal of improving learning for all kids.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

However, because the science of reading refers to broad research in a variety of fields on how a child learns to read, practical applications have not yet been widely taught to educators and there is a sizeable gap between theory and action. Department of Education also provides resources and guidance on evidence-based practices in literacy.

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The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 23, 2022

See the 7 Key Elements of eSpark’s Theory of Learning to read more about the research and methods used to reach every student in an adapted, unique way. Therefore, teachers can adapt the plan for that day if they notice students may need one-on-one time with the teacher due to the mood check-in. How Does the Quest Adapt to Students?

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 30, 2020

Educators around the globe knew this school year would be like nothing we had ever experienced. A health crisis running headlong into an education crisis: Welcome to the 2020-2021 school year. A health crisis running headlong into an education crisis: Welcome to the 2020-2021 school year.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 25, 2021

We begin 2021 heartened by the resiliency of educators and students from around the country pushing through the disruptions of COVID-19. As 2021 kicks off and we set our resolutions for the new year, we pledge our organizations’ continued efforts to respond to educators’ professional learning needs. Much work remains.

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A Principal's Reflections

SEPTEMBER 29, 2019

No matter your position in education, you have gone through some form of professional development. Now, don’t get me wrong; some educators find value in the experiences I have outlined above and have gone on to change their respective practice for the better. However, I would say an equal amount have found little to no benefit.

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ViewSonic Education

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

The concept of using esports to improve student performance within schools and other academic settings may still seem unusual to some educators, but it is a realistic aim. To reap the rewards from an esports program, you need structure and a plan of action. Through esports, students can develop confidence in a few ways.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Simultaneously, with NAEP scores showing declining progress across the United States, school districts are trying to understand the scope of educational inequities and narrow equity gaps. Many educators are excited about the potential for AI to finally help us realize our goals of creating personalized learning journeys for students.

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Hubbli

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

While offering a high-quality education is key, how you market and differentiate your school can significantly influence a parent’s decision. The Cornerstone of Identity: Unique Selling Proposition Understanding what sets your school apart can be enlightening and strategically beneficial.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

JANUARY 16, 2024

These games aren’t just a way to pass the time; they’re gateways to learning, creativity, and strategic thinking. Whether it’s honing problem-solving skills, exploring creativity, or simply taking a well-deserved break, these games provide a perfect blend of education and entertainment. The best part?

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 28, 2023

The biggest mistakes made in reading differentiation strategies Quick wins for teachers with limited planning time Propello Propello is a free online platform offering an amazing NGSS-aligned science curriculum for grades 6-8, with ELA lessons coming in the fall. Can teachers differentiate with more than thirty students in a class?

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Watch the Recording Listen to the Podcast During the edLeader Panel “ Mastering the Art of Building Your Ed Leadership Network ,” a distinguished panel of educators and industry veterans engaged in a thought-provoking discussion centered around leveraging personal networks to maximize educational outcomes in their respective districts.

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edWeb.net

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Evaluate what you’ve already done Whether this is the first time your district has tried to embrace MTSS or there have been previous efforts, you need to understand what elements of MTSS are already in place. Educators don’t want to think you’re ignoring the work they’ve done, and they don’t want a repeat of the failures.

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A Principal's Reflections

NOVEMBER 17, 2013

This post is the first in a series that will outline the foundational elements of my new book, Digital Leadership: Changing Paradigms for Changing Times. My book will focus on each of these elements as part of a change process. It is set to be published by Corwin Press on January 14, 2014.

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A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 1, 2013

This post is the third in a series that will outline the foundational elements of my new book, Digital Leadership: Changing Paradigms for Changing Times. My book will focus on each of these elements as part of a change process. Below are her thoughts on the importance of branding in education.

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A Principal's Reflections

JUNE 9, 2019

Then there is the most dangerous view in education that the way we have always done it is the best way. Each of the seven outlined below are either embedded components of school culture or an element of professional practice that leaders already focus on (or should be). For one, comfort tends to be the enemy of growth.

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Digital Promise

AUGUST 21, 2018

Digital Promise’s 2017 report, Exploring Coaching for Powerful Technology Use in Education , talks about what this can look like in classrooms. You have a unique role as an expert in both technology and teaching and have an opportunity to create and support a vision and strategic plan for technology use.

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EmergingEdTech

APRIL 18, 2023

More than 56% of K12 education organizations suffered ransomware attacks between 2020 and 2021—with an average cost of over $265,000. To help strategize, break planning into different stages of a hypothetical attack. If you don’t yet have an incident response plan, create one now. Very much worth doing! In 2022, over 22.5

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eSchool News

JANUARY 31, 2023

BOSTON – Clark County School District (CCSD) in Nevada, has made Lexia LETRS ® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) professional learning programs available to most elementary schools in the district with a plan to continue expanding the program to additional elementary and early childhood teachers and administrators.

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A Principal's Reflections

MAY 1, 2016

This is the first guest post in a series on Response to Intervention (RTI) by Dr. Chris Weber , a Senior Fellow and Thought Leader on the topic with the International Center for Leadership in Education. Differentiation, special education, and response to intervention (RTI) are interrelated and interdependent; or, they should be.

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Digital Promise

JANUARY 2, 2019

This article originally appeared on Usable Knowledge from the Harvard Graduate School of Education. Or, the challenge might be strategic — she has all of the information, but isn’t sure how to proceed, or has set unrealistic goals. “If Distinguishing between those is one of the most important elements of coaching.”.

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Edthena

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Also the author of The Definitive Guide to Instructional Coaching , Jim Knight shared that there are four elements in his teacher coaching model. Educators often ask, “What are the 3 steps of coaching?” If you’re an instructional coach looking for a teacher coaching model to follow, you’ve likely heard of Jim Knight.

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Linways Technologies

MARCH 19, 2020

Online education is what many expert academicians see for the future of education. We have since adapted to the needs of higher educational institutions, and built unique and intelligent workflows for catering quality online education. As you’d probably know, planning the curriculum is the first step of the process.

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