eSchool News

APRIL 9, 2021

Facilitating in-person professional learning is exhilarating. Schools closed and moved to remote learning, including the district where we work. While there was still a need for professional learning in the virtual space (perhaps even more so!), The nervousness and excitement in the room are almost palpable.

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 10, 2016

These pathways provide an incredible supplement to formal learning opportunities that are provided through district/school trainings as well as off-site conferences, workshops, and presentations. Motivated by an intrinsic desire to improve, connected learning and PLN’s provide personalization and differentiation like never before.

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A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

One way it can be used to transform teaching and learning is by providing students with access to a wealth of information, including multimedia resources, educational apps, and online databases. Another way technology can be used to transform teaching and learning is by enhancing engagement and motivation.

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Edthena

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

The author of Ed Tech Essentials and founder of Class Tech Tips encourages educators to use tech tools for their own professional learning. In this PLtogether Lounge Talk, Monica Burns talked with Edthena founder and CEO Adam Geller about the advantages of integrating educational technology into adult learning.

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Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

As I work with leadership teams, many are struggling to engage their teachers in professional learning this year. Schools invested money in purchasing devices and improving access to reliable internet to meet the demands of the pandemic, and leadership teams want to keep the momentum going. Co-teaching and Model Lessons.

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edWeb.net

APRIL 20, 2022

April is Autism Awareness Month, and edWeb.net is especially thankful to announce that STAGES Learning will be the new sponsor of Teaching Students with Autism , a free professional learning community on edWeb that provides ideas and resources for teachers working with students with autism. About STAGES Learning.

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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

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Silver Spring, MD (Thursday, December 16, 2021) — As school systems nationwide begin to look towards Winter Break, Discovery Education and select social impact partners present curated professional learning resources at no cost to support educators’ continued professional learning.

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 5, 2023

During the spring of 2022, I met Nicki Slaugh , who serves as principal, and many of her staff at a school system where we were all there to facilitate professional learning on Personalized Competency-Based Learning (PCBL). Rubrics were everywhere and accessible in Google Classroom. My point is as simple as it is proud.

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edWeb.net

JUNE 16, 2023

Watch the Recording Listen to the Podcast This edLeader Panel is presented by CoSN and AASA. In the case of Corpus Christi Independent School District (CCISD), it was narrowing the digital access gap, landing it CoSN’s Community Leadership Award for Digital Equity. To date, it has been successful.

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Teacher Tech

DECEMBER 7, 2018

Binge on FREE #DitchSummit video presentations in December A Guest Post by Matt Miller What if you had access to a sort of Netflix for really good online professional development? The post #DitchSummit: The FREE Netflix of online professional learning appeared first on Teacher Tech. Inspiration.

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A Principal's Reflections

NOVEMBER 1, 2020

It seems like every day presents a new challenge or adventure, depending on how you view the current landscape. The fact remains that there was no professional learning to prepare for the reality that everyone is facing nor a plan for something like COVID19. Students and families win as they have on-demand access to resources.

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More Verbs

APRIL 26, 2016

Maine is lucky in that we have both the Maine Learning Technology Initiative ( MLTI ) and NetworkMaine. Both have helped close the Digital Access Divide for Maine’s schools. And yet, with all this access, our data show that students are stuck at using their devices for word processing, presenting and online research.

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More Verbs

APRIL 26, 2016

Maine is lucky in that we have both the Maine Learning Technology Initiative ( MLTI ) and NetworkMaine. Both have helped close the Digital Access Divide for Maine’s schools. And yet, with all this access, our data show that students are stuck at using their devices for word processing, presenting and online research.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 5, 2023

To support students’ pursuit of careers in modern manufacturing, the STEM Careers Coalition presents a curated collection of standards-aligned student activities and career profiles, including 11 new content collections on manufacturing. Manufacturing presents today’s students with so many opportunities to think about and explore STEM.

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eSchool News

APRIL 8, 2021

Focused on an array of diverse topics, these new virtual field trips connect learning to the real-world through relevant and timely digital content that supports learning wherever it takes place. million educators and 45 million students worldwide, and its resources are accessed in over 140 countries and territories.

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EdTechTeacher

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

We are excited to announce the all-new EdTechTeacher Summer Learning Pass for 2023! Educators familiar with our last 20 years of high-quality workshops can now access EVERY workshop held this summer with one low-cost membership of $195. The post Announcing the All-New EdTechTeacher Summer Learning Pass!

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edWeb.net

JUNE 14, 2022

edWeb.net Wins 2022 SIIA CODiE Award for Best Professional Learning Solution for Educators and Best Collaborative Solution for Teachers. edWeb.net was named the winner of two 2022 SIIA CODiE Awards for the categories: Best Professional Learning Solution for Educators and the Best Collaborative Solution for Teachers.

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edWeb.net

JUNE 28, 2021

The presentation featured Dr. Jeannie Stone, Superintendent of the Richardson Independent School District (TX), Carrie Breedlove, Principal of J.J. Instead, the goal is to make improvements for all students, as when her district improved access to algebra 1 classes, and participation by students of all ethnicities increased.

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Tom Murray

AUGUST 28, 2016

All of these organizations are shifting the needle and rocking professional learning nationwide. Games (Breakouts) facilitate the growth of teamwork, problem solving, critical thinking, and troubleshooting by presenting participants with challenges that ignite their natural drive to problem-solve. EdCamp Foundation.

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 15, 2020

I can honestly say that I have learned so much from them over the years as to what pedagogically-sound blended learning really is, and, in my mind, they are a global exemplar for others to emulate. Their influence can be seen and heard in my writing, presentations, workshops, and work with other schools.

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A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 18, 2020

A move to real personalized learning at scale is the most logical step. At the same time, the digital divide has to be tackled where all learners have equitable access to a device, reliable WIFI, and quality resources. That’s the way we’ve always done it ( TTWWADI ) inhibits change Everyone has been presented with a clean slate.

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edWeb.net

OCTOBER 19, 2020

Large school districts in different parts of the United States have now developed systematic ways to increase diverse students’ access to advanced courses, and the districts are also providing other important aspects of an equitable education that prepares the students for 21st century careers. About the Presenters.

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edWeb.net

APRIL 23, 2020

Every two or three years, state and federal laws regarding accessibility in education change. However, the goal is always the same: making sure that every student, at every level (classroom, building, district), has access to the resources they need to meet their learning goals. About the Presenters. Highlights.

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A Principal's Reflections

MAY 10, 2020

Through all this adversity, educators have risen to the occasion and have begun the tedious process of redefining education and what real learning really should be. That is how we must look at the present situation. You can’t re-envision or transform education if professional learning doesn’t change.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

The GaDOE Social Studies team had the foresight to launch professional learning communities on edWeb in 2016, so their programs were in place when the pandemic hit, creating a successful, sustainable solution for personalized PD before and during the pandemic, and beyond.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

The GaDOE Social Studies team had the foresight to launch professional learning communities on edWeb in 2016, so their programs were in place when the pandemic hit, creating a successful, sustainable solution for personalized PD before and during the pandemic, and beyond.

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MIND Research Institute

JANUARY 24, 2023

When math is presented only as words and numbers on a page, ELs can miss out on crucial opportunities to understand the meaning behind the math. Nigel takes us through the neuroscience research around how a visual approach can offer students, regardless of the language they speak, a more accessible approach to problem solving.

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Adjusting Course

DECEMBER 16, 2020

Several years ago, our school invested in additional books celebrating the same strengths, backgrounds, and diversity present in our students and school community. We even planned professional learning experiences for staff that created a space for us to talk about the purpose and value of diverse books. It creates connection.

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Edthena

AUGUST 13, 2021

On this episode of the Teaching Leading Learning K-12 Podcast, Edthena founder and CEO Adam Geller talked with Steve Miletto talked about all things professional learning, including how video is changing the game for giving educators feedback about their teaching. We know this is important, but we can’t get to it yet.

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N2Y

JUNE 17, 2021

Presenters. Karrie Welch Professional Learning Coordinator. This thorough overview of ULS Inspire Classics examines the differentiated levels of support that can help every student access the world’s classic literature. Lay the Groundwork for Behavior and Learning. Kara Meaux Product Director, ULS Inspire.

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 6, 2018

The GaDOE Social Studies Department and three of their virtual specialists presented an edWebinar on their three-year journey in creating and maintaining virtual learning communities for social studies for every grade level and course from K through 12. The impact on student learning. Who is involved in their success.

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 2, 2019

Rural school districts face many unique trials, and access to educational technology is no different. During the edWebinar “ Technology in Rural Schools: Leading with Why,” the presenters discussed how they overcame challenges and helped the community understand the value of tech in schools. About the Presenters.

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Digital Promise

JANUARY 14, 2021

We just need two things: great instructional materials designed for the latest research in science education, and transformative professional learning to advance instructional practice and get the most out of the materials. Now we just have to figure out how to make sure there is professional learning support for everyone who needs it.

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EdTechSandyK

FEBRUARY 4, 2013

Today @MagisterWarren and I ( @EdTechSandyK ) are presenting a workshop on Twitter for Professional Learning at the TCEA 2013 Convention and Exposition. Below is a link to the LiveBinder with all of our presentation resources. pln presentation professional development tcea TCEA2013 twitter' Happy Tweeting!

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Digital learning not only plays a crucial role in preparing today’s students for the jobs of tomorrow, it also has an important role in providing equity and access to education, especially in smaller and remote school districts. Links to Local Learning. About the Presenter. Broadband’s Big Picture.

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Digital Promise

JULY 16, 2020

Our team at Lexington County School District One in South Carolina has focused on mitigating one of these complexities by addressing the human need for connection, support, and ongoing professional learning. Supporting Educators through the Shift to Digital Learning. Designing Virtual PL to Go.

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