A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 20, 2022

In a world where technology is embedded in so many facets of society, it is incumbent upon leaders to look for ways to level up. Social media is, and still represents, one of the most powerful ways to move a learning culture forward and engage with stakeholders. You get what you model, for better or for worse.

Personal Learning Network 431

Personal Learning Network Social Media Analysis Facebook 431

Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 27, 2021

Through the Midwest Teachers Institute , I offer four college-credit classes that teach how to blend technology with traditional lesson plans. Exhibit a positive attitude toward technology that supports learning. Be prepared for and enthusiastic about using technology tools in the writing class. Classes start in May!

Digital Citizenship 368

Digital Citizenship Common Core Wiki Personal Learning Network 368

Catlin Tucker

MAY 13, 2020

How do you make time to connect with your students so they feel supported in their learning? How have you used technology in your class to spark student creativity and foster collaboration? Is there a particular technology-infused lesson that you have designed and facilitated that stands out as particularly powerful or effective?

Personal Learning Network 317

Personal Learning Network Edmodo Microsoft Facebook 317

Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 11, 2020

The 21st century lesson blends technology with teaching to build a collaborative, differentiated, and shared learning environment. Classmates will become the core of your ongoing Personal Learning Network. Learn to use tech collaboratively, purposefully, and as good digital citizens. Click to sign up.

Digital Citizenship 241

Digital Citizenship Personal Learning Network Differentiated Instruction Wiki 241

Dangerously Irrelevant

APRIL 19, 2020

willrich45 on Twitter. Freedom to Learn. Personal Learning Networks. Learning on the Blog. The future of learning [VIDEO]. 5 videos on connected learning from the Digital Media and Learning Research Hub [VIDEOS]. What’s your vision for technology-enriched learning and teaching?

Wiki 276

Wiki Personal Learning Network Learning Video 276

Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 16, 2020

If your teaching has been moved online in response to the Covid-19 pandemic, learn which webtools make online learning exciting for kids and easy for you in this class–starts March 23rd! The 21st century lesson blends technology with teaching to build a collaborative, differentiated, and shared learning environment.

Digital Citizenship 222

Digital Citizenship How To Personal Learning Network Differentiated Instruction 222

Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 5, 2022

The 21 st Century teacher blends technology with teaching to build a collaborative, differentiated, and shared learning environment. Classmates will become the core of your ongoing Personal Learning Network. Classmates will become the core of your ongoing Personal Learning Network. Certificate.

Resources 290

Resources Digital Citizenship Common Core Personal Learning Network 290

EdTechSandyK

OCTOBER 12, 2009

The Personal Learning Network (PLN) that I''ve built on Twitter over the past couple of months has become an amazing resource for learning about what''s going on in the educational technology world. One thing I''ve learned about using the web and Web 2.0 Tons of informational resources there!

Personal Learning Network 73

Personal Learning Network Twitter Personalized Learning EdTech 73

Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Through the Midwest Teachers Institute , I offer four college-credit classes that teach how to blend technology with traditional lesson plans. The 21 st Century lesson blends technology with teaching to build a collaborative, differentiated, and shared learning environment. Assess student technology use organically.

Digital Citizenship 241

Digital Citizenship Common Core Wiki Personal Learning Network 241

Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 6, 2020

Through the Midwest Teachers Institute , I offer four college-credit classes that teach how to blend technology with traditional lesson plans. The 21 st Century lesson blends technology with teaching to build a collaborative, differentiated, and shared learning environment. Assess student technology use organically.

Blended Learning 222

Blended Learning Wiki Common Core Digital Citizenship 222

Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 11, 2021

Through the Midwest Teachers Institute , I offer four college-credit classes that teach how to blend technology with traditional lesson plans. Exhibit a positive attitude toward technology that supports learning. Be prepared for and enthusiastic about using technology tools in the writing class. Classes start in May!

Blended Learning 205

Blended Learning Digital Citizenship Common Core Wiki 205

Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 19, 2020

The 21st century lesson blends technology with teaching to build a collaborative, differentiated, and shared learning environment. Classmates will become the core of your ongoing Personal Learning Network. Learn to use tech collaboratively, purposefully, and as good digital citizens. Click to sign up.

Digital Citizenship 221

Digital Citizenship Differentiated Instruction Wiki Personal Learning Network 221

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. Teachers in mathematics, science, technology, physical education, art, social studies, and special education were represented.

Personal Learning Network 28

Personal Learning Network Personalized Learning Learning Twitter 28

Educational Technology Guy

JUNE 12, 2012

Overall, educators need to understand some basics about technology and that it is not a be-all-end-all solution to everything in a classroom. Technology can help teachers differentiate and provide new experiences for their students. Technology can also help students better understand a concept and provide extra help for them.

Technology 274

Technology Social Media Education Software 274

A Principal's Reflections

MAY 5, 2019

I have also been blessed to observe great examples that members of my Personal Learning Network (PLN) make available on social media. Instagram by far is my favorite tool for bringing more clarity, detail, and context to what I share online, but Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn all support embedded visuals in any update.

Social Media 315

Social Media Personal Learning Network Facebook Strategy 315

Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 6, 2019

The 21st century lesson blends technology with teaching to build a collaborative, differentiated, and shared learning environment. Classmates will become the core of your ongoing Personal Learning Network. At the completion of this course, you will be able to: Use blogs, Twitter, and Google Hangouts to collaborate.

Digital Citizenship 171

Digital Citizenship Personal Learning Network Differentiated Instruction Wiki 171

Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

The 21 st Century lesson blends technology with teaching to build a collaborative, differentiated, and shared learning environment. Classmates will become the core of your ongoing Personal Learning Network. How Technology Makes Differentiation Fast and Easy. The Tech-infused Teacher. Certificate.

Digital Citizenship 282

Digital Citizenship Common Core Internet Safety Assessment 282

A Principal's Reflections

JUNE 30, 2019

Webinars Improved bandwidth and increased access to technology have helped learning through webinars gain in popularity. The ability to stop and restart compensates for many of the challenges educators face when it comes to making the time to learn. The digital world now provides all of us access to some fantastic opportunities.

Learning 367

Learning Personal Learning Network Study Conference 367

Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 27, 2019

Through the Midwest Teachers Institute , I offer college-credit classes that teach how to blend technology with traditional lesson plans. Strategies introduced range from conventional tools such as quick writes, online websites, and visual writing to unconventional approaches such as Twitter novels, comics, and Google Earth lit trips.

Blended Learning 185

Blended Learning Common Core Wiki Digital Citizenship 185

A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 31, 2014

As a result I chastised my friends and made sure that the environment at my school was not only free of this stupid entity, but also other forms of distracting technologies that would interfere with student learning. This is how I saw social media and mobile technology back in 2009. Here is what I now know and believe.

Social Media 362

Social Media Personal Learning Network Personalized Learning Mobility 362

A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 8, 2017

My primary objective for all multiday workshops is to illustrate the vital role that technology can play in improving teaching, learning, and leadership. Most of the first day is spent on emphasizing the importance of a pedagogy first, technology second mindset. Technology comes and goes. Engagement is one of them.

Personal Learning Network 240

Personal Learning Network Learning Outcomes Tools 240

Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 8, 2020

Exhibit a positive attitude toward technology that supports learning. Strategies introduced range from conventional tools such as quick writes, online websites, and visual writing to unconventional approaches such as Twitter novels, comics, and Google Earth lit trips. To enroll, click the link, search for MTI 558 and sign up.

Digital Citizenship 222

Digital Citizenship Tools Common Core Wiki 222

Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

Through the Midwest Teachers Institute , I offer four college-credit classes that teach how to blend technology with traditional lesson plans. Exhibit a positive attitude toward technology that supports learning. Be prepared for and enthusiastic about using technology tools in the writing class. Click to view slideshow.

Blended Learning 176

Blended Learning Digital Citizenship Common Core Wiki 176

Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 8, 2019

At the completion of this course, you will be able to: Use blogs, Twitter, and virtual meetings to collaborate. Learn to use tech collaboratively, purposefully, and as good digital citizens. Assess student technology use organically. Develop the core of a Personal Learning Network. Twitter in the Classroom.

Digital Citizenship 171

Digital Citizenship Differentiated Instruction Wiki Personal Learning Network 171

Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 23, 2020

The 21 st Century lesson blends technology with teaching to build a collaborative, differentiated, and shared learning environment. Classmates will become the core of your ongoing Personal Learning Network. Exhibit a positive attitude toward technology that supports learning. The Tech-infused Teacher.

Resources 220

Resources Digital Citizenship Common Core Internet Safety 220

Educational Technology Guy

AUGUST 23, 2019

Advice to New College Graduates about to enter the Teaching profession Summary of new teacher tips, urban schools issues, technology resources Google for Educators - Google has a huge number of free resources for teachers and students. Overview of some free technology that can help you be more organized and efficient.

Resources 166

Resources Personal Learning Network Microsoft Training 166

Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 21, 2018

Through the Midwest Teachers Institute , I offer four college-credit classes that teach how to blend technology with traditional lesson plans. Exhibit a positive attitude toward technology that supports learning. Be prepared for and enthusiastic about using technology tools in the writing class. Classes start in May!

Digital Citizenship 187

Digital Citizenship Common Core Wiki Personal Learning Network 187

Neo LMS

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

They need to learn how to get better at their job and juggle all the new requirements that the modern classroom and educational technologies bestow upon us. Knowledgeable teachers are key to the success of any technological or pedagogical initiative in the classroom. However, this list is far from being exhaustive.

Training 402

Training How To LMS Analysis 402

Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 9, 2014

A year ago, I created a technology course on Moodle for Spanish teachers as part of the Ministry of Education of Spain. The teachers are very new to web tools, developing Personal Learning Networks (PLNs) and are currently teaching full time. From the quiet reflection will come even more effective action.

ePortfolio 389

ePortfolio Moodle Digital Badges Personal Learning Network 389

Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 5, 2018

Through the Midwest Teachers Institute , I offer four grad school classes that teach how to blend technology with traditional lesson plans. Leveraging Writing with Technology. Exhibit a positive attitude toward technology that supports learning. How to Leverage Technology to Teach and Assess Writing.

Blended Learning 150

Blended Learning Digital Citizenship Wiki Common Core 150

Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 24, 2020

The 21 st Century lesson blends technology with teaching to build a collaborative, differentiated, and shared learning environment. Classmates will become the core of your ongoing Personal Learning Network. Exhibit a positive attitude toward technology that supports learning. The Tech-infused Teacher.

Resources 221

Resources Digital Citizenship Common Core Internet Safety 221

Nik Peachey

SEPTEMBER 27, 2010

This is just a quick posting to share a session on building your own Personal Learning Network, that I did for teachers in British Council Bilbao recently (25th September 2010). Mb) Tools for growing your PLN Twitter Twitter is a great tool for starting to reach out to a huge network of teachers.

Personal Learning Network 43

Personal Learning Network Personalized Learning Learning Facebook 43

The 21st Century Principal

JUNE 22, 2012

If you''re looking for a social media tool to get started with in your role as a 21st century administrator, start with Twitter. If you are at a loss for some ways to use this technology, here''s some suggestions based on my own experience. Twitter as a listening tool : I have access to two Twitter accounts.

Twitter 88

Twitter Social Media Personal Learning Network Personalized Learning 88

ProfHacker

MARCH 26, 2015

I’ve learned from years of trying that nobody “gets” Twitter when you talk to them about it, and that part of the power of it is in the capacity to make global connections to knowledgeable others. Here are some guidelines if you’re a Twitter fan and want to do the same. Please share in comments!

Twitter 40

Twitter Personal Learning Network How To MOOC 40

Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 21, 2018

Through the Midwest Teachers Institute , I offer four college-credit classes that teach how to blend technology with traditional lesson plans. Exhibit a positive attitude toward technology that supports learning. Be prepared for and enthusiastic about using technology tools in the writing class. Classes start in May!

Digital Citizenship 150

Digital Citizenship Common Core Wiki Personal Learning Network 150

A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 8, 2013

A connected learning model is empowering and ultimately creates a human-generated search engine for the most practical ideas and strategies being implemented in schools today. Using the work of Lyn Hilt as a model, Chapter 8 will provide leaders with the knowledge and tools to create their own Personal Learning Network (PLN).

Personal Learning Network 261

Personal Learning Network Common Core Personalized Learning Social Media 261

A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 19, 2012

As I began to piece together resources on Personal Learning Networks(PLN’s) , I lost track of time and ended staying up well past my bedtime. I think in time Pinterest will evolve into a powerful component of educator''s Personal Learning Networks. educational technology Pinterest'

Personal Learning Network 344

Personal Learning Network Education Social Media Conference 344