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At the individual level, intrinsic motivation drives educators to actively seek opportunities that support their diverse learning interests and needs. Social media has played a considerable role in this area over the years, demonstrating the power of PersonalLearningNetworks (PLNs) with learning anytime, anywhere, and with anyone.
For the better part of my educational career, I always referred to any type of learning to assist me as a teacher or administrator as professional development (PD). In March of 2009, I began to use Twitter, and it was at this time that I began to create a PersonalLearningNetwork (PLN).
Professional development (PD) is something that is typically "done" to educators. On the other hand, professionallearning is something they actively WANT to engage in to grow. In this piece of #EDvice below, I dive into a mindset shift from professional development to professionallearning.
During my years as a teacher and principal, I would spend countless hours planning, researching, and attending professionallearningevents to hone my craft in order to become a better educator. While others might disagree, such as my mom, I pride myself on being extremely resourceful. However, this was not always my strength.
Co-plan lessons, meetings, and professionallearning De-emphasize non-essential tasks that don’t impact student learning Eliminate distractions such as social media and web browsing Prioritize passions and interests related to your position or responsibilities Seek collegial support as these people know you and your culture best.
Whether it be in the form of endless piles of paperwork, never ending observations, meetings with parents, attending events, developing a master schedule, or constructing a school budget – there never seemed like enough time in my day to even get those responsibilities done. It is never easy in the role of a teacher either.
One-and-done events might get everyone pumped up and excited, but what comes next? The same can be said about drive-by professional development. Like change, learning is a process, not an event. So, what does meaningful professionallearning look like?
Just like with learning, it's a process, not an event. This is extremely important in terms of technology integration in the classroom and professionallearning to improve practice. To complement traditional means of professionallearning, work to create or further develop a PersonalLearningNetwork (PLN).
Since 2009 I have been a huge believer and advocate for connected learning and the formation of PersonalLearningNetworks (PLN’s). Now don't get me wrong, I still highly value face-to-face experiences, as there are some natural limits to learning exclusively in a social media vacuum. community that I facilitate.
It was an incredible opportunity to get back to Hawaii for a professionalevent as opposed to a vacation. This was the fourteenth time the school had put on the event and it was awesome to see and meet so many passionate educators on a Saturday. This is not fair to say the least. The hash tad we will be using is #leaderedHI.
From my point of view educators become quickly attached to one specific social media tool as their go to source for his/her PersonalLearningNetwork (PLN). Now anyone who knows me knows that I absolutely love Twitter as a professionallearning and networking tool. Take Twitter for example.
Speaking on panel at the PBS Digital Innovators event, Brown talked up the rise of the online spaces for collaboration, also known as personallearningnetworks (PLN) as enabling anyone, even those who in remote areas or who feel more introverted, to come together to collaborate and share ideas. Anyone, according to St.
Don''t get me wrong, the summer months are invaluable to me as I spend my time immersed in the flow of information that my social networks provide, developing action plans, analyzing data, and hiring staff. Many of the initiatives that I am about to pursue either came directly or indirectly from my PersonalLearningNetwork (PLN).
The concept of a PersonalLearningNetwork (PLN) has been around for a couple of years now. Educators who have embraced this concept have experienced firsthand the positive impact on professional practice that being a connected educator brings. Nothing beats quality, face-to-face professionallearning.
Since 2009 I have been a huge believer and advocate for connected learning and the formation of PersonalLearningNetworks (PLN’s). Now don’t get me wrong, I still highly value face-to-face experiences, as there are some natural limits to learning exclusively in a social media vacuum. community on edWeb.net.
Technology has been a key component in the planting, fertilization, growth and eventually, the blossoming of new statewide initiatives including distance education and new professionallearning opportunities for educators that have benefitted students in a variety of ways. Wyoming Switchboard Network homepage.
As my experiences grew, my personallearningnetwork broadened and my perspectives became less myopic. I realized that talking pedagogy means very little if you don’t have a number of critical things in place before you get to the learning. What voices are missing and is it intentional? Are there barriers to entry?
You try to contribute as much as you take from your PersonalLearningNetwork (PLN) You are committed to paying it forward with your connectivity, being a resource for others, and building capacity with your own learning community. Tweeting minutes, notes, inservice learningevents with follow-up posts.
Educators point to the ability to learn from colleagues, in addition to experts, as essential for enhancing their abilities. There’s so much to cover at ISTE that many events, like the 1-in-3 and the Ignite sessions, are designed to have a fast-paced approach. PersonalizedLearning Roundtable.
Members of my PLN (PersonalLearningNetwork), PLC (ProfessionalLearning Community), colleagues, whatever you want to call them, (I call them all friends) were there sharing their learning with not only the new teachers, but with me as well.
"In The Connected Educator, authors Sheryl Nussbaum-Beach and Lani Ritter Hall integrate professional development that is currently working in schools with a new model connected learning communities. Connected learners take responsibility for their own professional development.
True technology integration is seamless, it shouldn''t be viewed as an add-on, an afterthought, or an event." Using technology-- usage tends to be random, arbitrary, and sometimes an afterthought. P.Brown When technology is integrated, it is planned and purposeful, it is a routine part of the classroom environment.
Today with the development of personallearningnetworks and professionallearning communities junk doesn''t only pertain to mail, it pertains to how we operate online. See what cool thing, event, activity I did. Here are 8 types of posting to avoid to lead you on the path to becoming a quality poster.
School leaders can use online networks and communities for their own personalprofessionallearning, and to support collaboration with staff across schools and districts. As a personal tool, school leaders can use online communities to expand their network. Follow him on Twitter @newteacherhelp.
But with the coronavirus pandemic disrupting more traditional professionallearning opportunities like in-person conferences and workshops, it's time for you to chart your own course. Fortunately, there are plenty of informal ways to learn and grow professionally on your own.
Developing your PersonalLearningNetwork (PLN). Next up is a checklist for effective professionallearning opportunities where I outline those things that you want to ensure you do or experience at a learningevent. What’s hot?
In many cases, schools, districts, and states also are not recognizing and rewarding this essential professionallearning. Throughout August, there will be coordinated opportunities to participate in events and activities in dozens of online locations to develop skills and enhance one’s personallearningnetwork."
Join me in three weeks at AcceleratED in Portland, Oregon on February 24, 2016 to discuss how technology can enhance student assessment, professionallearning communities, and your own personallearningnetwork. Let’s learn from and with each other!
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