A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 19, 2014

This is something that I could have never dreamed of prior to social media as I felt that writing was definitely not my strong suit. Social media not only helped me find my voice, but it helped me find the voices of so many passionate and amazing educators from across the country and globe.

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A Principal's Reflections

MAY 5, 2019

I have also been blessed to observe great examples that members of my Personal Learning Network (PLN) make available on social media. My point though is that there is definitely room for growth in terms of validating all the talk with substance. Blog posts are a great option to get into the nitty-gritty of change.

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TeachThought - Learn better.

MARCH 21, 2021

The Definition Of Combination Learning. The definition of Combination Learning is learning through the flexible combination of two or more learning components. Bullying, Social Media Abuse, Distracted Driving, Drinking and Driving, Unplanned Parenthood, Literacy, Bad Work, etc. by Terry Heick. Problems/Challenges.

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 22, 2020

Greg Kulowiec provides an excellent working definition: App Smashing is the process of using multiple apps to create projects or complete tasks. For more ideas follow #remotelearning on social media. Here is where app smashing comes into play. Stick to one or three that you and your learners are most comfortable with using.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 30, 2023

We should consider which jobs should be automated and which should remain under human control (Ahem, content moderation, something social media receives a resounding F on lately.) I also think that: Every tech tool should have a “kill switch” – this includes social media.

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 1, 2012

When I think back to my life as an educator prior to becoming connected, I can honestly say that I was isolated, naive, and definitely not as well rounded as I am today. One of the most amazing attributes associated with social media is that it makes the world a much smaller place. Please share your thoughts.

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 19, 2020

This definitely applies now. When using social media, think about the platforms being used and mix it up by mashing together text, hyperlinks, images, and video. Take a risk and make yourself vulnerable by delivering light-hearted messages using Snapchat and TikTok. Don't ignore self-care These are stressful times for teachers.

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EdTech Magazine

JUNE 7, 2018

The discussion surrounding digital citizenship has been growing, but not everyone can agree on its definition. Social media, software and apps all have settings that can keep data protected. As technology leaders, our goal should be to help our students become their best selves online. Digital citizenship is the answer.

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Neo LMS

MARCH 15, 2022

It has definitely boosted student engagement through the power of choice. Presentations can have sound, hyperlinks, social media buttons and so much more. There are sample lessons and other templates ready to use in their library.

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Waterford

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

While some look to technology regulations to combat the scourge of fake news, the strongest defense may well be in building a citizenry with strong media literacy skills.[2] 2] Read on to learn how we got here, why it matters, and how teachers can build media literacy in the classroom. Take a News Literacy Quiz.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 17, 2022

Definitely mention if you can teach robotics, drones, or programming languages. In this section, also include all of your social media contacts. If you haven’t already done so, have separate social media accounts for your professional life that don’t reveal your personal life.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 5, 2025

School phone policies and their association with mental wellbeing, phone use, and social media use (SMART Schools): a cross-sectional observational study – The Lancet Regional Health Europe LINK [link] This UK funded study found the following. That said, a SMART school by definition is one that uses technology.

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A Principal's Reflections

JUNE 22, 2014

You hear it in schools, during face-to-face conversations with educators, at the dinner table, and most emphatically in social media spaces. The world is full of opinions, but lacking in the definitive actions that are needed to transform teaching, learning, and leadership. Change educational leadership Leadership'

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Teacher Reboot Camp

NOVEMBER 16, 2017

Arguments on social media are full of logical fallacies. In each group one student read aloud the definition, another shared the written example, one introduced the visual, and one played the video. This means our learners have to share complex thinking and feelings about issues in short posts, usually 250 characters or less.

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A Principal's Reflections

MAY 10, 2020

I must say that the definition and description above align seamlessly with the environment we are currently experiencing. Public relations : How are you sharing remote learning successes and forging relationships with the mainstream media? Social media is a great tool that everyone has access to use.

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TeachThought - Learn better.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2019

The Definition Of Bullying: A Timeless Behavior With New Tools & Technology by Terry Heick Preventing bullying is just as likely as preventing poverty, racism, or violence. The post The Definition Of Bullying appeared first on TeachThought. Of […].

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EdTech Magazine

JUNE 27, 2018

Definitely check with your legal counsel on what your state requirements are there.”. Adults often give their information away — social media sites, frequent shopper cards, etc. — “At last count there were 119 state privacy laws passed in 39 states since 2013,” he said. Hawes offered these tips for preserving student privacy: 1.

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Neo LMS

OCTOBER 27, 2020

Without any tool to identify fake news on social media (essentially if we are digital illiterates), we can make bad decisions and don’t even realize that. Since it is quite a new concept, each party involved tends to have its own definition and its own strategy as far as implementation is concerned.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 14, 2018

From student-led social media to students calling parents with score reports and student-led conferencing, these three ideas can help empower students in your classroom. Just for one example, we have student-led social media accounts in our classroom. Student-led social media accounts. Listen Now.

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A Principal's Reflections

NOVEMBER 10, 2013

Kevin Kruse defines it as a process of social influence, which maximizes the efforts of others, towards the achievement of a goal. Both of these definitions highlight the importance of social influence. Leadership is no different today than it was years ago.

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Neo LMS

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

We have spoken before about what defines a good digital citizen , and today we will extrapolate some more on that definition to include some new emerging trends. Last year CareerBuilder.com conducted a survey that asked 2,303 hiring managers how they include social media in their hiring process.

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A Principal's Reflections

NOVEMBER 8, 2020

Through the use of social media, I realized that I didn’t really need to be “developed.” A dynamic mash-up of workshops and coaching definitely falls into the sweet spot. The COVID19 pandemic has brought a few of these to the forefront, such as social-emotional, remote, personalized, and blended learning.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 2, 2024

This is a key distinction from older definitions that focused primarily on online safety and protecting personal information. Richard Culatta CEO of ISTE+ASCD Culatta: When we think about digital citizenship, it’s about how we show up in our digital communities.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 17, 2022

Social media and I have a couple of my favorite influencers that I liked, and I was thinking, Hey, you know, I do something very similar to that. Where are the social media platforms that you like to share the most? You've definitely got the enthusiasm and the attitude because here's the deal. And I say this a lot.

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EdTech4Beginners

APRIL 17, 2021

While your students are probably active on social media and are used to texting their friends, emails are a completely different animal to tackle. Plenty of students and most people, in general, believe that these hits could never happen to them — which is definitely not true. Identify What a Fake Email Looks Like.

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Digital Promise

MAY 7, 2019

The Community is meant to mimic social media, as users can create and share short posts about successes in the classroom or in their schools at large. “I think this will be a great way to centralize the information for our staff,” said Jenni Sherrill, digital learning coach at R.M. Marrs Magnet Center in Omaha, Nebraska. “I

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Dangerously Irrelevant

NOVEMBER 30, 2018

Here are four thoughts that are spinning around in my brain after a couple of hours of discussion… First, if we publish an article in a traditional journal which happens to post that article online and it then gets a few social media shares, that does not make us ‘digital scholars.’

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The Web20Classroom

AUGUST 15, 2014

Definitely check out the list and add your post as well. Many more school leaders are embracing all that social media and being connected as to offer so there are many more opportunities to connect with others. The role is definitely complex but rewarding. This is my 6th year I''ve contributed to the day.

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A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 7, 2018

I love this definition, as there are so many apparent connections to a growth mindset, entrepreneurship, and innovation. The dynamic combination of innovation and efficacy resulted in the New York City media visiting our school 14 times in 5 years to share our story with millions of people.

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ViewSonic Education

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

At the same time, because the metaverse is also being used in areas like social media and the creation of video games, its use as an educational tool has not necessarily been fully understood by all. Nevertheless, in order to maximize learning outcomes, other elements like social interaction must also be factored into the equation.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 15, 2021

You can also share it to most social media. List as many definitions of the word “turkey” as you can think of and ask students to check off all those familiar to them. There are many. Personalize for colors, output, and any other available options. Copy the code and embed it into your website, blog, or wiki.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 5, 2018

Britt: In my classes, I’m using strictly a Blackboard LMS and I’m using Twitter, which I felt was a less onerous use of social media for classroom conversations. You have to prove to me that it’s worth using Facebook, or any social media, for that matter. You and I have both been in social media now for a decade.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

JULY 16, 2018

During this step, students are provided with a general definition or description of the digital product, a list of elements the product generally includes, and relevant vocabulary. Due to social media and the Internet all digital projects have a purpose and audience and usually some kind of message.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

JUNE 26, 2019

You must check out this tool if you haven’t already, because it is definitely a game changer! Sign up for my In-Service / Graduate Fully Accredited online courses , Connected Educators: Harnessing the Power of Social Media for Professional Development, and Methodologies for Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages.

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Neo LMS

AUGUST 15, 2019

At the same time, social media platforms can have a good or bad impact on mental health depending on how they are used. Did you notice any improvements in sleep, socialization etc.? How much time did you spend without social media? Do you know how to set privacy settings on your favorite social media platform?

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The Web20Classroom

MAY 29, 2014

Meeting New People -Social media is called that for a reason. Definitely. From the beginning of #edchat when it was just a few people chatting to now state and specialized chats that get 100''s of people following, these chats matter. Twitter chats expose you to colleagues and friends you might not otherwise engage with.

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Neo LMS

JULY 7, 2020

We have definitely experienced a challenging couple of months in the world and in our roles as educators. Beyond these courses, there are options available to help students design a resume, learn about social media, and building life readiness and digital skills. Varsity Tutors.

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