A Principal's Reflections

MAY 28, 2017

It has been quite the ride since I changed my perspective on teaching, learning, and leadership eight years ago. Prior to 2009 I basically saw technology as just an add-on and something that could spruce up a lesson. Learning spaces had to conform to the perceived rule of law in education.

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A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 8, 2017

Will and I met virtually on Twitter way back in 2009. Our connection began like many other educators who use social media as part of a Personal Learning Network – we wanted to learn, grow, and get better. Image credit https://behappy.me At the time he was known as @peoplegogy on Twitter.

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 27, 2017

After getting on Twitter in 2009 I realized that we had to be better for our kids. 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. Then I waited.

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 23, 2012

It has been an incredible journey since I decided to become a connected educator back in March of 2009. Through connected learning and sharing, I have become better equipped to lead change at New Milford High School and to begin to transform the teaching and learning process.

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 11, 2013

Ever since becoming connected in March 2009 I have relied on two primary mobile devices. Over the years I have become quite proficient and knowledgeable about iOS apps that I rely on to increase productivity and to grow professionally through my Personal Learning Network (PLN).

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The Web20Classroom

MAY 17, 2012

In 2009, Beth Still started the ISTE Newbie Project to serve as an example of how people who are connected to one another on Twitter can work together to do great things. For three years in a row she tapped into her personal learning network to raise money to send three different Newbies to ISTE.

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A Principal's Reflections

JUNE 18, 2012

It was in March of 2009 that I decided to give this social networking tool Twitter a try. As I became active on Twitter members of my Personal Learning Network (PLN) began to suggest that I start a blog. I often marveled at the creative thought and passion that so many educators put into their writing.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

JANUARY 3, 2024

because teaching is no longer an isolated profession; it’s a dynamic and interconnected field requiring teachers to work collaboratively and build expansive professional and personal learning networks. Brouwer & Korthagen, 2005; Ferrari, Cachia, & Punie, 2009; Zhu et al., link] Coulter, S. doi: 10.1187/cbe.19-01-0021.

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A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 21, 2011

My journey started in March 2009 when I took a chance and began to utilize Twitter as acommunications tool. After lurking and learning for a little while, I quickly discovered this vibrant community of passionate educators actively collaborating to improve educational practices.

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A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 2, 2016

Image credit: https://media.licdn.com For me, becoming a connected educator in early 2009 served as a catalyst for professional growth in ways that I could never have imagined. As I developed and grew my Personal Learning Network (PLN) I learned how much I did not know.

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A Principal's Reflections

JULY 14, 2010

It was in March of 2009 that I decided to give this thing Twitter a try. As I became active on Twitter members of my PLN (Personal Learning Network) began to suggest that I start a blog. I often marveled at the creative thought and passion that so many educators put into their writing.

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 15, 2014

During my tenure I not only worked to improve every facet of the school, but I also became a connected educator in 2009. The more I learned in digital spaces the more I began to take risks to improve the culture at NMHS. My Personal Learning Network (PLN) became, and still is, my most valued professional resource.

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My Island View

JANUARY 29, 2020

This includes how to use technology to learn more technology. How to develop a personal learning network through technology should be a course offered in every teacher preparation program. It has run continually since 2009. One can create a personal learning network by using many tools.

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The Web20Classroom

JANUARY 12, 2010

Here''s Twelve Examples tags : leadership , favorite Google Tools for Teachers (NCTE 2009) tags : Google , favorite Wiki Skills on Flickr - Photo Sharing!

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A Principal's Reflections

JULY 12, 2015

When I began to develop a shared vision and strategic plan for change with my staff back in 2009 I referred to the Katgar Model of Change. Today’s leaders have a great advantage when it comes to learning and that is social media. You can’t go wrong with the work of Michael Fullan and his Six Secrets of Change.

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The Daring Librarian

NOVEMBER 1, 2018

You can view the Video Discussion Guide download the Lyrics Poster , Top 10 List Poster , and Fill in Your Own Top 10 Poster.

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The Web20Classroom

MARCH 12, 2013

I originally wrote this post way back in 2009. Here are just a few: Educational Administrators Ning The Educator''s Personal Learning Network Ning More Educational Nings Update- Nings are still hugely popular. Lots has changed since then. So let''s dust it off and do some updating. You will also need some Nings to visit.

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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.

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The Web20Classroom

JANUARY 3, 2011

I wrote a post on December 28, 2009 where I talked about tools that I thought would have a break out year. Here is an example I use a lot where I asked people to give me their thoughts on what a PLN (Personal Learning Network) means to them. I want to be hip. So here is my reflections on 2010 and my predictions for 2011.

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EdTechTeacher

MARCH 6, 2015

.” He didn’t have time… Kids would cheat… It wouldn’t help learning… He had banned devices and technology, essentially creating a jail in his school. However, in 2009, he came to the revelation that social media would help him become a more effective communicator. Professional Learning.

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The Daring Librarian

JANUARY 1, 2013

I went transparent in 2009 after being inspired at NECC-DC. Today, having a Personal Learning Network is essential to stay in tune with the trends and what''s going on. If you haven''t done it already, go for it! And really? Build your PLN Build your PLN! So whether you join a Ning or Twitter (even just for conferences!)

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The Daring Librarian

DECEMBER 29, 2011

I went transparent in 2009 after being inspired at NECC-DC. Today, having a Personal Learning Network is essential to stay in tune with the trends and what''s going on. Be Transparent If you haven''t done it already, go for it! And really? Still love you, mean it! Build your PLN Build your PLN!

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The Daring Librarian

MAY 2, 2010

I was super happy about the success and the feedback we got from the Maryland version of the Learning Tools Smackdown! Geordie Paulus - MICCA Outstanding Technology Leader 2009 , Matthew Winner - National Board Certification candidate , Aaron Smith - The Art Guy and Selena Ward - The Tech Tiger!

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The Daring Librarian

DECEMBER 2, 2011

But what I get most from the Edublogs is an ever growing list of great new voices and views to add to my personal learning network. Write a post that includes your nominations on your blog , link to them and link to this site ( See an example from 2009. ) Thank you, Shelly!) Heh heh heh!

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