Digital Promise

DECEMBER 20, 2017

As we look ahead to 2018, we are honored to continue working with 93 League districts in 33 states, representing close to 4,000 schools, to help them tackle their biggest challenges and scale their successes in order to create excellent, equitable learning opportunities for all students.

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Digital Promise

OCTOBER 22, 2019

We’re sensing that adding micro-credentials as an option in an array of approaches to professional learning and growth is contributing to our district’s positive culture of continuous learning and improvement. A newly launched grant program in 2018 from the Silicon Valley Community Foundation (SVCF) provided an opportunity.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 11, 2020

He is most passionate about creating cultures of innovation where teachers are empowered to create the types of learning experiences today’s modern learners need to thrive. He’s the husband of a school counselor and dad of two children, all of which are far more important to him than anything shared above.

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EdTech Magazine

MAY 6, 2019

But what is the actual state of digital learning when it comes to accessibility, implementation and effectiveness? . Schoology recently released a report on the 2018-2019 state of digital learning in K–12 schools. Both teachers and administrators conveyed concerns about effective and relevant professional development.

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Digital Promise

AUGUST 11, 2017

Through this work, we see powerful examples of innovation across education — from students creating their own virtual reality (VR) films, to researchers working with technology developers to improve edtech efficacy, to educators rethinking their own professional development with the use of micro-credentials.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 3, 2018

Personalized Learning and Digital Tools Weave Strong Fabric for Student Success. Tue, 04/03/2018 - 14:43. Teachers in personalized-learning classrooms say that, using technology, they are better able to differentiate instruction , are more aware of student needs and are able to self-direct their own professional development efforts.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 13, 2023

A “full support school” since 2018, we were dealing with some major challenges. I learned about Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling Suite (LETRS) from my mentor principal at the state department, which works with schools like Central Elementary to establish the specific benchmarks that each Alabama school must reach.

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Digital Promise

AUGUST 2, 2018

Excited to learn from other #EdClusters18 it is awesome to know hear about how so many people are working to unite people and find common ground to improve our world in this age of polarizing every subject. Roberts (@DoctorDRoberts) July 17, 2018. — Frank Bonsal III (@FrankBonsal) July 17, 2018. — Demetrius C.

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Digital Promise

JUNE 12, 2019

In July 2018, Digital Promise launched a new Maker Learning Leadership Cohort dedicated to professional learning, peer connections, and school transformation in the Pittsburgh region. professional learning and new learning experiences. Professional Learning and New Learning Experiences.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 15, 2019

cities and states, 2018 marked the wettest year on record. The funding total in 2018 also eclipsed the $1.2 There’s a notable difference between 2018 and 2015, however. In 2015 there were 165 deals, versus just 112 in 2018. For 2018, we tallied a total of $1.45 billion invested in 2018, U.S. For many U.S.

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Digital Promise

JANUARY 7, 2021

What are the key ingredients for a beneficial professional learning experience? At the top of the list, you will probably find that successful professional learning is ongoing, personalized, and of high quality. These components are naturally embedded within effective coaching and/or mentoring.

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Digital Promise

MAY 23, 2019

To highlight some of the standout programs and great work that has taken place at Verizon Innovative Learning schools across the country over the course of the 2018-19 school year, we’re excited to announce the initiative’s annual Schools of Excellence Award winners. Verizon Innovative Learning schools standouts.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JULY 13, 2020

Now in the age of COVID-19 the TGR Foundation and Discovery Education introduce the first module in a new series of no-cost digital professional learning resources, empowering educators with new strategies to support student success far beyond school campuses.

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Digital Promise

OCTOBER 18, 2018

— El Segundo Unified (@ElSegundoUSD) October 12, 2018. — Kirk Koennecke (@GLSSuperFalcon) October 12, 2018. Beyond the Challenge Collaboratives, districts throughout the League are sharing knowledge and best practices within Cohorts, whose topics range from Innovative Assessment to Competency-based Professional Learning.

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 12, 2018

Thu, 07/12/2018 - 16:44. In a ranking of importance of technology capabilities , leaders at high-outcome schools ranked professional-development planning, leadership vision, stakeholder alignment, professional learning and opportunities for collaborative professional development higher than those in low-performing schools.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 24, 2019

Nicole Naditz – Bio as Submitted Nicole has been a Program Specialist in Instructional Technology at San Juan Unified School District since 2018. Prior to that, she taught French for 25 years, winning numerous awards for her work designing authentic relevant learning experiences for her students.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 16, 2021

16, 2021) – Lexia® Learning, a Cambium Learning® Group company, announced today that all schools throughout Alabama can now boost literacy instruction via LETRS® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) professional learning. About Cambium Learning Group. BOSTON (Aug. showed growth in knowledge.

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 20, 2019

A Washington Post-University of Massachusetts Lowell poll released in 2018 found that more than half of teens or young adults play or watch games with friends they know from other activities. . by Snow White. Snow White is an education strategist for Dell Technologies.

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Neo LMS

FEBRUARY 13, 2018

Top 10 edtech people to watch in 2018. A former school principal and teacher, Thomas Murray is passionate about proper digital learning implementation and personalized professional learning. Some of them are more vocal, others are more shy, but one thing is certain: where there is a burst of passion, good things happen.

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Edsurge

JUNE 4, 2018

The idea of using a learning management system (LMS) to deliver professional learning and development to K-12 educators is not new—but it’s not quite mainstream, either. The organization has been providing LMS-based professional learning for the state’s educators since 2004. “We Hint: Think AI.)

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

David Schuler, superintendent of Township High School District 214 in Illinois and the 2018 Superintendent of the Year, joined Chris Gaines, Mehlville (Mo.) Creating dedicated time for professional development is essential, said Schuler. . “We 5 Strategies to Help Superintendents Lead Digital Transformation. eli.zimmerman_9856.

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 29, 2020

Moore says that before any rollout of sustainable and effective professional learning, there are four factors that school leaders must consider. Gaddis explained how Wake County focused their professional learning by first identifying three groups: teachers, leadership, and school library media coordinators.

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eSchool News

JUNE 18, 2018

Whatever role you play, whether in the classroom or in administration, there are always compelling things to learn and real-world examples you can take back to your schools. Here are some things to look for at ISTE 2018: 1. Plus, ISTE 2018 will include dozens of sessions on CS.

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eSchool News

JUNE 29, 2018

Creativity, artificial intelligence (AI), and digital competencies were just a few of the many trends at ISTE 2018. During the conference, ISTE opened enrollment for ISTE U , an online professional learning hub for teachers and leaders to build critical skills for teaching and learning in a digital world.

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Digital Promise

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

2019; Kleekamp & Zapata, 2018). Educators’ experiences during these professional development programs. The impact of this learning on their selection of curriculum and use of culturally responsive teaching strategies. The impact of this professional learning on students’ sense of belonging and achievement.

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 27, 2018

Tue, 02/27/2018 - 09:47. That old adage sums up why it is so hard for educators, parents and communities to adopt new learning spaces and the pedagogies that go along with them. Over the past 20 years, Robert Dillon has been a huge advocate for experiential learning. EdTech K–12 Magazine (@EdTech_K12) February 27, 2018.

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The Principal of Change

OCTOBER 18, 2018

I have often heard that there are two types of professional learning experiences; a “warm bath” or a “cold shower.” In my opinion, great professional learning should be a combination of both. Educators need to walk out knowing that they are on the right path, but that we can always get better.

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eSchool News

JULY 2, 2018

A new partnership between ISTE and General Motors, announced during ISTE 2018 and explored during an ISTE panel session, examines how students are being prepared to work with artificial intelligence (AI) in classrooms and in the workforce.

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Digital Promise

DECEMBER 20, 2018

2018 was an incredible year for the Digital Promise League of Innovative Schools and Education Innovation Clusters (EdClusters). We are always excited to invite new districts that are implementing new teaching and learning practices into the League. In 2018, we welcomed 12 new districts: Arcadia Unified School District , D.C.

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Digital Promise

APRIL 17, 2019

The ACT Network schools share their solutions not only across the network, but nationally at two Forging Innovation in Rural Education (FIRE) Summits and on KVEC’s place-based learning platform, The Holler. Micro-credentials provide personalized professional development opportunities aligned to theory of action plans.

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 31, 2018

Bake Professional Development into Your Education Pizza. Tue, 07/31/2018 - 10:51. Professional Development Is the Foundation You Knead. Professional learning is the crust of your technology program. In-person professional learning can become a model for what teachers can do for their students.

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EdTech Magazine

JUNE 12, 2018

Tue, 06/12/2018 - 10:24. In addition to their daily task of educating students, teachers must also continue to learn. In efforts to make time-mandated and compliance-based professional learning efficient, technology offers microcredentialing as a vehicle for educators to pursue personal growth. eli.zimmerman_9856.

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The Principal of Change

JUNE 5, 2018

It has been and always is, a blessing to be a part of district professional learning days. These past two weeks, I have been so caught up in the passion of so many teachers who are on “summer break,” that are excitedly taking part in their professional learning. Otherwise, it is all cosmetic.

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

Mon, 09/17/2018 - 12:19. When I first learned of 3D printing in the classroom, I wondered if it held merit. The more I learned about it, the more I realized the untapped potential of this technology. If you’re ready to get started with 3D printing, you will find a growing professional learning network on social media platforms.

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Digital Promise

JULY 12, 2018

In late April, League educators joined researchers and other leaders in the education industry at the spring 2018 League meeting in Charlotte, NC, to talk about the challenges they face and develop ideas for solutions. — Digital Promise (@DigitalPromise) April 26, 2018. Learn more: ISTE Feature.

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Tom Murray

APRIL 1, 2018

It’s at this time of year when school and district leadership teams often start to prepare their leadership retreats, book studies, and professional learning communities for this summer and into next school year. – 40% off the Learning Transformed Course for your team. . – The Free Study Guide.

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

#ICE18: Illinois Conference Will Prepare Educators for Modern Learning Environments. Wed, 02/21/2018 - 10:10. Part of the review of our previous programming and changes for 2018 included a more detailed look at the strands we offered for our attendees. Learning strands include: Leadership. Teaching and learning.

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