The Web20Classroom

AUGUST 19, 2014

): Two of the profession''s most connected educators explain how to effectively use social media to build a professional learning network. The Edcamp Model: Powering Up Professional Learning , by The Edcamp Foundation: Professional development has never been so simple than when teachers create it.

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MindShift

MAY 5, 2017

For larger, more efficient unconferences, the Edcamp Foundation has a site full of resources and ideas for anybody who wants to organize their own “Edcamp,” which is simply a well-articulated version of an education unconference. The Edcamp Foundation puts the Rule of Two Feet near the top of their list of tenets.

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A Principal's Reflections

SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

A great debate that has emerged over social media channels has been how we honor and acknowledge our educators and others in the profession. I think many of us in the connected world have been telling our stories since we signed on to a social media tool. I bet that you will make that educators day!

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Educator Innovator

FEBRUARY 9, 2015

Image credit: Rob Rowe We held the first Edcamp in Philadelphia in May, 2010. We used social media to send out the word. The educators who had connected through social media now had a chance to meet face-to-face and enhance the relationships that they had already started. Truly, being an Edcamp person saved me.

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Educational Technology Guy

JUNE 26, 2012

Social media provides a great resource for educators, especially Twitter, to connect, share and learn with other educators. There are new forms of in-person professional development, like Edcamps , that are also a great way for educators to learn new things.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 31, 2018

We’re in a situation now that we can jump on social media and share and grow with each other, and my goal is to be able to connect people. This is her fourth year teaching, so it’s all about that relationship that you form and how you can help each other out. Vicki: So all of this is just free and organic, and this is like your hobby.

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Shake Up Learning

MARCH 15, 2015

How to Be Awesome at #EdCamp Poster | www.ShakeUpLearning.com | #edchat #hackpd #teaching The #EdCamp Revolution is here to stay! Have you attended an EdCamp yet? In case you haven''t been paying attention, the EdCamp movement is changing the way educators connect and learn. What do you love about EdCamp?

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Saving Socrates

AUGUST 5, 2014

Kevin Jarrett (@kjarrett) spoke about how to run an edcamp at #edcampsteam. https://docs.google.com/document/d/148stWNaJWyjOXQrxCdMFuuhSpx6EC4oeTK88W_FtUrE/edit It isn''t trademarked for an edcamp. Edcamp rules, has to be open to all, at school unconference. This is what an edcamp should be. Then your requirements.

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Shake Up Learning

MARCH 3, 2015

How to Maximize the EdCamp Experience (Click to view full size image) 6 Tips to Maximize the EdCamp Experience There are so many wonderful reasons that I love EdCamps! I enjoy both attending EdCamps as a participant, and organizing EdCamps to help other educators discover the power of the unconference! TWEET OFTEN!

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 6, 2018

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?”. Six months later, I got an email from this random person that said, “Hey, I just wanted to let you know… We’re here at EdCamp Buffalo.

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Educator Innovator

FEBRUARY 9, 2015

We held the first Edcamp in Philadelphia in May, 2010. We used social media to send out the word. The educators who had connected through social media now had a chance to meet face-to-face and enhance the relationships that they had already started. Each Edcamp is organized by educators, for educators.

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Tom Murray

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

Non-traditional forms of professional learning such as the use of social media and Edcamps are valued, not dismissed. Digital communications, online communities, social media, and digital learning environments often serve as connectors for these partnerships.

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The Jose Vilson

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

This year, it was human-centered education, appropriate given the ascent of artificial intelligence, social media, and deeper polarization. We also have examples of teachers building their professional sustenance in the form of Edcamps, unconferences, and meetups. And for many of us, there’s always EduColor.

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Barrow Media Center: Expect the Miraculous

JANUARY 29, 2016

We recently started talking on Twitter about how our kids could collaborate both synchronously and asynchronously, and we were looped in to a conversation about EdCamp Global. — edcamp Global (@edcampGlobal) January 23, 2016. I wish I had clued in to EdCamp Global sooner because it was an amazing opportunity.

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Edsurge

JUNE 21, 2017

The enthusiasm shared by educators who understand that social media will forever impact their lives and practice is very reminiscent of the vibe expressed by dot-commers two decades ago during the first wave of the Internet boom—this is a very good thing. I’ve served as both a journalist and participant within each movement.

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TeacherCast

JUNE 7, 2015

Are they in the social media space I am already in? Look for Edcamps <https://twitter.com/EdcampUSA> and offer support. EDcamps will be happy to hand out information about an app to participants, but companies should not miss out on the rich opportunity to join the education conversation. Chat > Phone.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

JUNE 23, 2016

Lisa Dabbs, Tanya Avrith, and Erin Klein will be presenting about edtech tools, social media in education, #NTChat, and connected classrooms. Free food and drinks as well as hands-on presentations. I will be presenting on engaging parents. We will also be periscoping this event. Other Free Events.

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Tom Murray

AUGUST 28, 2016

When I got connected on social media, my lens was expanded and I became aware of more organizations, as well as their supporting tools and resources. EdCamp Foundation. During my time as a public school employee, I’d occasionally hear about educational organizations that were working to support schools in some capacity.

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My Paperless Classroom

MARCH 27, 2018

Are they in the social media space I am already in? Look for Edcamps and offer support. Edcamps will be happy to hand out information about an app to participants, but companies should not miss out on the rich opportunity to join the education conversation. Looking for something great to share on your social media?

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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. The Ultimate Networking Tool: Social Media. When it comes to forming a PLN in the 21st century, social media is a must. Organize a Meetup. No time to organize a meetup with strangers? No problem.

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Adam Welcome

AUGUST 6, 2016

Last year I was at an EdCamp and in a session with about thirty other educators. I can't exactly remember what the session was about, but our conversation turned to social media, access in schools and certain things being blocked. So why would everything be blocked? They answer with - "What's up Adam, what's going on!"

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The Innovative Educator

NOVEMBER 27, 2013

Some nail it like EdCamps and EduCon , and others leave something to be desired. Making social media happen * Lisa Nielsen impressed by all that is going on in the social media kiosk. A conference that gets social media right. It’s a one stop shop for all social media made specifically for events.

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Graphite Blog

JUNE 29, 2020

A PLN isn't just composed of people you interact with online, but online communities and social media platforms allow for an infinite number of possibilities and combinations depending on your interests. The members of this group can constantly be in flux because you choose whom you want to interact with or reach out to.

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Tech Helpful

JUNE 29, 2017

Snapping, Gramming, and Scoping Your Way to Engagement- Shaelynn, Steven, and myself Educators Steven Anderson (@web20classroom) and Shaelynn Farnsworth (@shfarnsworth) created an interactive learning opportunity that challenged me in how to reach students, teachers, families, and constituencies with the use of social media.

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My Island View

JULY 5, 2017

The Edcamp model of instruction for professional development seems to fit the bill for the needs of both educators and parents. All Edcamp topic sessions are based on conversation and not lecture. This Edcamp model will get parents and educators talking about learning.

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Buncee

MARCH 5, 2019

I began using Buncee when I saw the awesome graphics that people were posting on social media. Now, all of my Twitter chat introductions are made with Buncee… I even made Buncee business cards to share at conferences and edcamps! The response on Twitter was immediate and positive!

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Educational Technology Guy

JUNE 2, 2012

Social Media in Education - connect, share, learn, communicate and more 7. EdCamp CT is Aug 10th. Chalkable - educational apps and classroom management system 4. Embedit - embed any file in your website or blog - free 5. 10 Tech Skills Every Student Should Have 6. CyQuiz - create your own quizzes and games for free 8.

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My Island View

JULY 7, 2016

It was considered a social media application for professionals. Edcamps, One-to-One initiatives, Flipped Class, BYOD and connected collaboration were all topics discussed and vetted long before they were even recognized in the brick and mortar world of education. My building limited me.

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TeacherCast

JANUARY 3, 2016

Find or organize an EdCamp. Invest time in social media. Share lessons, images of students engaged in activities to social media. Jennifer Scheffer – JennScheffer.com @JLScheffer. Setting Technology Goals for 2016. Build Your Tech Skills. Attend a conference/unconference. Earn a credential. Certified Trainer.

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The Web20Classroom

MARCH 18, 2013

And during the conference the Executive Director sent his first tweet and talked about the importance of educators to embrace social media to extend their learning. So in the span of 10 minutes we created #EdcampRogue , an impromptu session where we would gather, talk about the Edcamp Model of PD and how educators can get connected.

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Philly Teacher

MARCH 17, 2014

Social Media and Connected Learning. On Saturday morning, during the “Saved by Twitter” session, I watched complete strangers huddle in groups to discuss social media, their use of Twitter, the challenges involved in using social media and I witnessed a few people send their first tweet or use a hashtag for the first time.

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MSEDTechie

MAY 17, 2018

The connections you make through social media lead you to a wealth of knowledge that is not made possible without it. Attending conferences, edcamps, and playdates are great ways to make lifelong friends, and connections in your local community.

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Tech Helpful

JUNE 1, 2017

I use social media to share the things I've learned via blogs to help others, I've asked people to join me at educational events like Edcamp Gig City and CoffeeEDU, I've asked people to support me in my JDRF walks to find a cure for type 1 diabetes, and more recently I've reached out to an entire city to help me find my lost dog.

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SpeechTechie

NOVEMBER 23, 2013

The Edublog awards are an effort to "promote and demonstrate the educational value of social media," particularly as some school districts block blogs and Twitter. Best open PD / unconference / webinar series- Edcamp ! Oh wait, that''s The Hunger Games. They are on my mind this weekend for some reason. Well, that''s it.

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techlearning

APRIL 25, 2018

The connections you make through social media lead you to a wealth of knowledge that is not made possible without it. Attending conferences, edcamps , and playdates are great ways to make lifelong friends, and connections in your local community.

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EdTechSandyK

JANUARY 27, 2014

We need to be using social media to tell people about the positive things that are going on in our classrooms and schools! Follow hashtags on Twitter like #txed, #txlege, #digilead, #txidea, #txeduchat edweb.net - Professional social network for the education community - watch their webinars and webcasts live or in recording.

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MSEDTechie

MAY 18, 2016

Are you using Twitter, Voxer, Skype, Google Hangouts, Facebook, or other social media tools to expand your personal learning network? Social media allows you to create your own learning opportunities, anywhere, and anytime. How do you measure how effectively you have been integrating technology into your classroom?

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