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CoSN Awards TLE Seal to Rural Virginia District

EdTech Magazine

He had earned his Certified Education Technology Leader certification from CoSN in 2016 and joined the organization as an institutional member. For RCPS Technology Director Kevin Perkins, the work to meet these guidelines began much earlier, in the first months of 2019. Looking at the…

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How to Partner with Parents During Pandemic Learning

The CoolCatTeacher

JT is a 2016 Iota Phi Lambda Emerald Educator, the 2016 Teacher of the Year for Oscar F. Jahkari “JT” Taylor – Bio as Submitted. Jahkari “JT” Taylor is an award-winning educator, author, researcher, and passionate speaker.

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Educators Wrestle with the Real-Life Applications of New K–12 Federal Policy Document

EdTech Magazine

Much has changed since the NETP’s 2016 update, but many issues persist; namely, gaps in how students and teachers access and leverage technology for teaching and learning. EdTech: Focus on K–12 talked with four experts about the NETP’s strengths, opportunities and key takeaways.

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How to Encourage Youth Leadership on Your Campus

The CoolCatTeacher

He founded the www.teachlearnlead.org global edu-library in 2013 and the Center for Global Youth Leadership and Social Entrepreneurial Studies at Brandon Hall School [link] (Facebook @BHSglobalyouth) in 2016. Blog: [link]. Twitter: @djftll. . Disclosure of Material Connection: This is a “sponsored podcast episode.”

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The Epic E-Book of WebTools

The CoolCatTeacher

She shares ideas and resources about her school library and makerspaces on her website [link] Kristina was named the School Library Journal Librarian of the Year in 2015, a National School Board 2016 – 2017 “20 to Watch” emerging education technology leader, and a 2018 Library Journal Mover & Shaker.

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Making the Cybersecurity Grade: How Schools Can Protect Data and IT Resources

EdTech Magazine

Since 2016, there have been 1,180 cyber-related incidents in K–12 public schools, and this number continues to grow. Cyberattacks on our nation’s K–12 schools are on the rise. They’re targeting a rich cache of data and IT resources. With the shift to online and hybrid learning, schools have found themselves more exposed than ever.

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The Power of Routines: Building a Strong Foundation for Success

A Principal's Reflections

Research by Wendy Wood, a leading expert in habit formation, has shown that routines can become so ingrained in our behaviors that they become almost automatic, freeing up mental energy for other tasks (Wood & Neal, 2016). Below are some of the ways routines can help you maximize time and find success. & Broda, M. Wood, W., &

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