Edsurge

AUGUST 16, 2017

At the end of June a group of passionate, dedicated educators gathered for one of New Jersey’s last EdCamps of the 2017 school year. Some offered contact information about “classroom designers” and school vendors. The idea of dressing up one’s classroom with the flair and freedom that one might find at IKEA is certainly alluring.

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Educational Technology Guy

SEPTEMBER 24, 2012

EdCamp model - the Edcamp model puts the participants in the driver''s seat for PD (and meetings) and allows for PD to be more meaningful. This post originally appeared on Educational Technology Guy. Google docs in the classroom Google for Educators google plus professional development' Follow me on Twitter and Google+.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 23, 2017

You will also want to come by PowerSchool’s Classroom of the Future in 207A where they will be giving away Apple Watches, Microsoft Surfaces and Amazon Echoes. For those of you not at ISTE check out the Unified Classroom at [link]. I co-host the weekly Classroom 2.0 That’s powerschool.com/solutions/unified-classroom.

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Digital Promise

NOVEMBER 7, 2014

Watch how Michael’s students are motivated to do work not just for a grade, but for real-world use: Exemplary educators are sharing their best and most useful resources both online and offline, using avenues like Twitter, EdCamps, and YouTube to share what they’ve learned and created with other educators.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 6, 2018

They are practical courses that have teachers developing tangible resources to use in their classrooms immediately. It had Dan Callahan on from — at that time, he was kind of working with the EdCamp Foundation and founders, and we just did a show on, “What Is EdCamp?”. With this coupon, a 3 grad credit course is only $359.

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Edsurge

JULY 7, 2016

The Trifecta of Rural PD, Part 2: Edcamps Problem Two: How do you bring educators together for a day of learning that doesn’t cost any money to gather? Potential Solution: While collaborations and connections are formed on Twitter chats, the local EdCamp (essentially a free “unconference”) takes us into Step Two, strengthening these bonds.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 31, 2018

Jennifer Gonzalez has released her 2018 Teachers Guide to Technology with over 200 education technology tools including tools for assessment, flipped learning, presentations, parent engagement, video engagement and more. Learn about this program, how you can join in, and how you can become a better mentor.

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Edsurge

JULY 3, 2018

From local Edcamps in your backyard to glitzy conferences dotting the globe, these convenings showcase exciting changes happening in schools and classrooms (and humbling lessons learned along the way). We’ve compiled this shortlist of education technology events for the K-12 community happening across the world in 2018.

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The Web20Classroom

JANUARY 30, 2014

The PD centered around how to use clickers in the classroom. When I was in the classroom I was part of a team that helped to decide the direction our PD at the school level would take. Often, especially in technology professional development those that do the training try to cram in every little thing into a session. Perfect PD!

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Baker's B.Y.O.D.

DECEMBER 2, 2012

Photo Credit: Kevin Jarrett High & Low-tech for Optimal Learning Not only teachers able to share ways to integrate technology in the classroom, but I also learned some low-tech techniques as well. Keep those eyes peeled at Edcamp-- resources can be found anywhere! Here are additional links on how to run an Edcamp.

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The Web20Classroom

AUGUST 15, 2012

For 6 years educators have been gathering together on this day to write specifically to address technology and leadership. The idea is to share some sort of wisdom, question, knowledge, thoughts or ideas related to technology leadership. These questions are adapted from the Principals Technology Leadership Assessment from Castle.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

With the feel of an in-person conference and the energy of an Edcamp, educators are finding this audio app is a new place to connect with educators from around the world. Infused Classroom series author Holly Clark (@holllyclarkedu on CH) describes it as, “an interactive podcast. What is Clubhouse? I can interact or I can just listen.

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The Web20Classroom

NOVEMBER 18, 2012

The idea of bringing together major players in education to talk, discuss and debate is already happening, just on a smaller scale with events like #Edchat and Edcamps. In terms of technology, it doesn''t matter where will be in 5/10/20 years. Teachers sharing what is working, what isn''t and how we can all be better for kids.

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techlearning

OCTOBER 4, 2018

Recently our school acquired a classroom set of Google Cardboard VR goggles via a generous donation from an former student. Student-Driven EdCamps might be an easy way in the door. He presents widely on sparking student curiosity and teaching with technology.

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Edsurge

JUNE 21, 2017

My job is to interview and survey the pioneers, investors and stakeholders who drive technological change, share their stories, and collaborate with very smart people to build and distribute tools that help everyone else get involved. Badging, micro-credentials and curation technologies are making this a reality.

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MindShift

MAY 5, 2017

If you’re looking for something more formal, the same kind of gathering can take place at a school site, ideally one with Wi-Fi and at least a few accessible classrooms. In fact, once you start a legitimate event, the Edcamp Foundation is willing to send you materials and funding to help with the organization, such as breakfast.

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The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 14, 2017

Mandy Froehlich talks about a tool she uses in her classroom, Flipsnack. Also, people have used it to create, like we’ve had a summer technology institute, and we’ve created our schedules for that institute within FlipSnack and then shared the FlipSnack book out. Learn how she uses this tool. Try FlipSnack! Transcribed by Lisa Durff.

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There is no box

FEBRUARY 21, 2015

The first session revolved around the very real challenges of integrating technology into classroom instruction from the perspective of two willing (but under supported by their district) teachers. Upon returning home, I got to thinking, we should aspire to have edCamps happening on school campuses every day.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 19, 2017

She began her career as a third-grade teacher, later served as director of technology for a school district, then directed a research department at BrightBytes, which helps K-12 administrators and school leaders align school spending with learning outcomes. What’s a classroom memory that sticks with her?

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Edsurge

APRIL 29, 2017

Technology and new theories of learning have led to groundbreaking shifts in how we define and support great teaching, with educators themselves leading the charge. Perhaps it’s no surprise that the model has gained traction among educators in recent years. One such event is EdCampPGH —perhaps the ultimate example of peer-led PD.

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Edsurge

APRIL 26, 2017

We also invest in digital technology that we believe can engage students, as well as make the teacher’s job more enjoyable. With over 1,000 students, it’s not always easy, but we take pride in the fact that although the lines are long, students come every single day looking forward to the magical moments our classrooms offer.

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Educational Technology Guy

JUNE 2, 2012

NearPod - create and share lessons on iPads in classroom - free 3. Chalkable - educational apps and classroom management system 4. EdCamp CT is Aug 10th. This post originally appeared on Educational Technology Guy. Embedit - embed any file in your website or blog - free 5. 10 Tech Skills Every Student Should Have 6.

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edWeb.net

MARCH 4, 2016

Edcamps are a great way for educators to meet with peers in their area and share great ideas. edWeb was pleased to be able to support our friends Peggy George and Deirdre Shetler with EdCamp Phoenix. Edcamp Phoenix has come and gone, and what an event it was! Building Classroom Community in Middle School. Makerspaces.

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Neo LMS

AUGUST 9, 2018

Collaboration is one of the most valued features of meeting with other teachers, and projects such as EdCamp have demonstrated how successful this informal style of unconference can be in inspiring and enabling teachers. 5 Innovative ways for teachers to connect with other teachers. This however can lead to ever more stress.

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Philly Teacher

JUNE 6, 2014

Today was an exciting day for the Edcamp Foundation and for edcampers all over the US. At around 7:00 am, a small group of educators walked across C Street and entered the Department of Education for a day of sharing and learning at Edcamp US DOE.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 22, 2018

But these conferences are not like an edcamp or an unstructured unconference of the kind you may have heard of. Can we leverage technology to connect across state lines and learn from each other’s experiences?

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 18, 2017

Try finding an established meetup with BrewCUE , CoffeeCUE , or EdCamp , or even create one in your own area. Here are some biggies (though don’t forget to look for local options, as well): ISTE : International Society for Technology in Education. Three Rivers Educational Technology Conference. Organize a Meetup. No problem.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 8, 2018

They are practical courses that have teachers developing tangible resources to use in their classrooms immediately. Vicki: Today, we’re talking to Jarod Bormann @jbormann3 , Technology Integrator in Iowa, and author of Professionally Driven: Empower Every Educator To Redefine PD. With this coupon, a 3 grad credit course is only $359.

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TeacherCast

JULY 18, 2022

From Episodes 1-5, I had the opportunity to be introduced to Educational Technology Giants such as Angela Maiers, Eric Sheninger , Tom Whitby, and Steven Anderson. In the early part of 2012, I attended my first edCamp in Philadelphia. There are hundreds of Educational Technology Brands in this world. They all want one thing.

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Tom Murray

AUGUST 28, 2016

As mentioned in my previous post 16 Great NonProfits Working to Support EdTech in Schools , prior to my role as the Director of Innovation for Future Ready Schools, I spent 14 years in a public school in Pennsylvania as an elementary and middle school teacher, middle school and elementary principal, and district level technology director.

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The Web20Classroom

MAY 29, 2016

He is engaging in the classroom, works very hard to meet the needs of all his students and regularly reflects on his teaching to understand his strengths and weaknesses. Edcamps can help fill that void. You can read more about Edcamps and check out the Edcamp calendar to learn when one is taking place near you.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 3, 2017

Listen to Felicia Casto talk about her awesome elementary math classroom. Kitty Tripp, @ kitty_tripp an innovative educator with 19 years in the field of education has experience not only as a teacher and district office administrator, but also in a wide variety of experiences integrating technology into the classroom.

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Edsurge

JUNE 25, 2017

With every summer break comes the eight-week-or-so refresh and reset most classroom educators need. A quick tour of the edu-blogosphere reveals numerous reading lists, playlists, conferences, workshops, seminars, webinars, retreats and edcamps to engage with over two short months. Here’s how.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

Romano-Arribito is an EdSurge columnist and has spent about 27 years in the classroom teaching everything from first grade to middle school in her home state of New Jersey. Even before her transfer, Romano-Arribito began attending Edcamps , which are impromptu educator conferences that encourage organic discussion.

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eSchool News

JULY 27, 2015

An innovative professional development model comes to the classroom. Edcamp “unconferences” have shattered the traditional model for professional development, and they’re catching on as a way for educators to share their ideas and expertise in an informal, collegial way. Next page: How it works with students.

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Cycles of Learning

JULY 19, 2018

​ Interested in developing and hosting an EdCamp at your school site? Monthly membership includes, but is not limited to, frequent distributions of detailed online video courses, lesson plans, teaching websites, curricular resources, and access to webinars exploring the world of curiosity, inquiry and technology in the classroom.

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Edsurge

JUNE 9, 2017

I had heard about Breakout EDU back in 2015 when it first hit the EdCamp scene in New Jersey. Breakout EDU is an immersive learning game platform where players use teamwork and critical thinking to solve a series of challenging puzzles in order to open a locked box. I bought a Breakout box and had it ready to go but never used it.

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