Catlin Tucker

JUNE 14, 2021

This will be easier to do if school leaders harness the talent on their campuses and create systems that encourage teachers to learn with and from each other. Professional learning should not be relegated to a handful of all-staff training days. The members of the PLC determine the focus of their inquiry and learning.

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Professional Learning Blended Learning Learning UDL 425

Digital Promise

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Micro-credentials empower educators by showcasing the professional learning skills they are using every day to develop the students in their classrooms. The Institute has developed a series of micro-credentials around personalized learning implementation based on our Honeycomb Model. Christina Sprader.

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Digital Promise

JULY 20, 2020

What are the critical factors to consider when we create online professional learning experiences designed to help teachers engage in digital learning? It’s therefore critical that online professional learning opportunities exemplify best practices on how to use technology to engage, enhance, and extend learning.

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Professional Learning E-rate Learning Strategy 265

A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 30, 2022

Below is a quick list: I Do, We Do, You Do Think Alouds Explicit Modeling In terms of leadership, example is everything when it comes to empowering people to change. This is just one example. The bottom line is that if I can only talk about it, then I shouldn't be coaching or leading the professional learning.

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Professional Learning Social Media Strategy Examples 524

eSchool News

DECEMBER 27, 2024

BOSTON In 2024, more than 2,600 districts, schools, and state departments purchased or renewed licenses to Lexia Aspire Professional Learning or the Lexia LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) professional learning programs. For more information, visit www.lexialearning.com.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

To address this, comprehensive professional learning integrated into one-to-one programs is crucial for sustainable digital transformation. It aligns district and school leaders' vision with systems for implementation, ensures IT support for device access and equips educators for student-centered learning.

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A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 6, 2022

Pie in the sky strategies, fluffy concepts that are dead on arrival because they ignore critical context or lengthy books with little tangible examples do little to alleviate stress. Chunked Professional Learning Time is the most precious resource for educators these days.

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Schoology Strategy Professional Learning Blended Learning 532

Digital Promise

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Respectively, we work at Teaching Lab , the Research Partnership for Professional Learning (RPPL) , and The Calculus Project , three projects that participated in the Gates Foundation’s K-12 AI Pilot Cohort. For example, teachers might learn to use ChatGPT to generate lesson plans or to compose feedback on student writing.

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Tools Professional Learning Academic Standards Examples 391

A Principal's Reflections

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020

Regardless of the terminology used, these represent more personalized pathways that focus on student agency leading to empowerment and more ownership of the learning experience. I feel the best way to support educators is to show how it can be done under the same conditions by sharing practical examples.

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Classroom Elementary Strategy Professional Learning 541

A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 27, 2022

Suggestions for improvement should always contain clear, practical examples and strategies that a teacher can implement immediately. Be a Scholar Being a scholar helps you as a leader to improve professional practice and puts you in a position to have better conversations with your teachers about their own improvement.

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Conference Strategy Assessment Personal Learning Network 529

A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 5, 2023

A standout example of this is Quest Academy Junior High School in Utah. 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). Where do we go from here?

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Competency Based Learning Professional Learning Strategy Examples 474

A Principal's Reflections

MAY 22, 2022

Take, for example, the saying that practice makes perfect. Take bowling, for example. While perfection can be achieved with the right amount of practice, you would be hard pressed to find any professional bowler who scores a 300 consistently. We have been made to think certain things are absolute truths for most of our lives.

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Personal Learning Network Social Media Personalized Learning Examples 516

A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 2, 2023

Model expectations As I shared in Digital Leadership , leaders should lead by example and not ask teachers to do anything they wouldn't do themselves, especially regarding technology integration and improving practice. When a teacher struggles with assessments, provide or co-create an example assessment.

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Personal Learning Network Strategy Conference Assessment 542

A Principal's Reflections

MAY 22, 2023

For example, a study by the Pew Research Center found that students who used laptops in the classroom were more likely to say that they were engaged in their schoolwork and that they felt like they were learning more. Laptops can help students to be more engaged in their learning. For more insight, check out this post.

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Laptops Study Social Media Examples 486

A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 5, 2023

For example, if a leader is facing a complex or unfamiliar challenge, their past experiences may give them a better understanding of how to approach and solve the problem. Lead by example : Show everyone what it means to be a good leader by being a good follower. Set a positive example through your own actions and work ethic.

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How To Personal Learning Network Personalized Learning Examples 533

A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 30, 2023

I n this piece of #EDvice I unpack some tips on how utilize simple strategies as well as share some practical examples. NEVER underestimate the importance of a "hook" during the opening movements of a lesson to empower ALL learners.

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Outcomes Learning Strategy Professional Learning 492

A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 14, 2021

While giving keynotes and facilitation workshops is something I love, both lack an on-going component, which is one of the most critical aspects of professional learning that leads to scalable results. Below you can see on example of what was created using Canva as a result of the sessions at Jill’s school.

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Strategy Professional Learning Groups Outcomes 543

A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 9, 2021

They also shared that the facilitation of professional learning improved, a greater reach was achieved thanks to technology, previously unknown teacher strengths were unearthed, and there was the ability to get into more classrooms. All in all, these are all great examples of progress in difficult times.

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Blended Learning Learning Professional Learning LMS 542

A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 10, 2022

Examples include flexible schedules, virtual options, learning academies, use of data, and high-functioning PLCs. An equitable learning culture at the district and school level can only be created through the development of policies, procedures, and vision that result in systems geared toward supporting the uniqueness of all learners.

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Strategy Policies Professional Learning System 541

A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

Another way technology can be used to transform teaching and learning is by enhancing engagement and motivation. It can be leveraged to create interactive and immersive learning experiences that can help students stay engaged and motivated in the classroom.

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Technology Learning Assessment Data 537

A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 2, 2020

The fact of the matter is that there were too many examples of how it didn’t work across the country. Time is of the essence to get it right so that all kids can benefit from a quality learning experience that pushes them to think while limiting learning loss and achievement gaps.

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Learning Digital Divide Blended Learning Professional Learning 546

A Principal's Reflections

MAY 9, 2023

The most essential element in learning is the teacher in the classroom. It is here where leaders can provide support through clarity, examples, feedback, and professional learning that focuses on concepts that can truly move the needle when implemented at scale.

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Social Media Outcomes Professional Learning Assessment 451

A Principal's Reflections

NOVEMBER 29, 2020

For example, I really appreciate Michael Ford pushing me in this direction when he asked me to create a choice board as part of a professional learning date with his staff. Another fundamental change was intentionally developing ways to personalize the experience for those I am fortunate to work with in my role.

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Strategy Professional Learning Survey Conference 545

A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 15, 2020

First, I did a few Google searches for editable templates, which led me to an array of examples in Google Slides. I then chose one that aligned to the content, in my opinion, developed a learning target, created nine different activities, and hyperlinked to supporting resources. Use a timer for pacing and self-management.

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Strategy Blended Learning Classroom Schoology 433

A Principal's Reflections

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

Take lesson planning, for example. Then, attend and implement strategies gleaned from professional learning. You can also leverage professional learning communities (PLCs), personal learning networks (PLNs), or other growth opportunities. There is a great deal on the plates of teachers and administrators.

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Personal Learning Network Outcomes Professional Learning Strategy 325

Neo LMS

DECEMBER 17, 2019

Finding time to engage in professional learning can present a challenge for educators. So how can educators engage in professional learning and find time to connect with other educators, when schedules and responsibilities make finding extra time difficult? How I have found time to connect and grow as an educator.

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Education Learning Professional Learning Social Media 410

A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 22, 2020

Educators now shoulder the burden to create lessons and activities that will enable students to learn at home. Virtually none have received extensive professional learning in this area. Here is another example. So, what does this all mean? We know that teachers, like they always do, will rise to the occasion.

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LMS Schoology Social Media Microsoft 481

A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 28, 2024

Investing in Professional Learning Building leadership capacity requires continuous learning. Equally important are informal learning opportunities like peer mentoring, collaborative projects, and reflective practices. Leading by Example Effective leaders lead by example.

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Strategy Professional Learning Examples Outcomes 389

A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 14, 2021

Therein lies what separates effective vs. ineffective professional learning. In particular, those who oversee Pre-K teaching and learning shared as a team with concrete examples. I was blown away and feel that this is the best example of a remote learning environment that I have seen in the field.

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Google Social Media Examples Accessibility 545

A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 24, 2022

There is also a comprehensive study guide making it an excellent resource for book studies or Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) as special bulk discount pricing is available. I regularly create supplemental material through this blog that weaves together additional research connections, practical examples, and deeper insight.

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Study Professional Learning Resources Examples 527

eSchool News

DECEMBER 5, 2024

For example, students can use AI for initial brainstorming or as a tool to refine their writing, requiring them to demonstrate understanding by reflecting on or critiquing AI-generated content. Enhancing accessibility AI tools can make learning more inclusive. These discussions align with media literacy and digital citizenship goals.

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Guidelines Assessment Digital Citizenship Professional Learning 132

A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 30, 2022

However, this was an invaluable learning experience for me, which helped when I tried to lead other change initiatives. There were times, like the example above, when I did not find success with change. After meeting with some of my most trusted teachers, I decided not to move forward with the app. Human nature can be a fickle thing.

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Strategy Outcomes Meeting Professional Learning 528

A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 11, 2021

With increases in technology and adapting to both remote and hybrid learning , we have seen them become nimble while embracing innovative pathways to create a more equitable learning experience. There were definitely excellent practices taking place in classrooms across the globe. However, they were more isolated than widespread.

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Digital Citizenship Learning Google Libraries 456

A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 21, 2014

First and foremost, make the time to learn, grown, and get better as opposed to finding the time. There is nothing more important to an educator, outside of working with kids, than professional learning. Through social media a Personal Learning Network (PLN) provides a great antidote to the age-old time excuse.

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Digital Badges Personal Learning Network Flipped Classroom Meeting 414

A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 29, 2017

Practices such as BYOD, 1:1, blended learning, personalized learning, classroom and school redesign, branding, makerspaces, professional learning, etc. The DPA creates the context for our work with leaders and teachers, providing authentic baseline data to support personalized professional learning.

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Assessment Future Ready Blended Learning Professional Learning 357

A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 1, 2020

It should be noted that in both examples above, direct instruction was followed by some sort of student-centered learning activity. In many cases, every classroom is outfitted, as well as conference rooms and professional learning spaces. Well, at this time, they were the shiny new tool on the block and quite expensive.

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Assessment Software Blended Learning Professional Learning 446

Digital Promise

MAY 22, 2020

A map of professional learning communities in the Remake Learning Network. Across the network, professional learning communities are refocusing their work to meet the current crisis, while others like pop-up professional learning networks and the We’re in this Together series are forming anew.

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Learning Professional Learning Resources STEM 411