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Online Learning Book Recommendations: And Why I Read so Few Books on the Topic

Edsurge

Tim Carson, Skilled Trades and OER Advocate First, allow me to tell you why I don’t typically read books about online learning. Even the book that I wrote about productivity was envisioned initially by the publisher as for online instructors, and then they asked if I would be willing to broaden the audience.

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How to succeed with online PD for teachers

Neo LMS

Schools might be concerned about the lack of interaction in online learning. building a personal learning network online. With online training you can use social media or discussion forums that are more private to build the district/school’s own personal learning network.

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Actionable advice for school leaders on how to create an effective teacher training program

Neo LMS

In the meantime, an online microlearning approach is the best option. Plan for short online learning sessions during the school week, or bundle a number of them during school breaks. Some swear by their PLNs (Personal Learning Networks) or CoPs (Communities of Practice). Divide and conquer.

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Can Educators Ignore Social Media Any Longer?

My Island View

A lingering general question hanging over the heads of all has been what effect does social media have on our society? That answer has never been so evident as it has been today as social media tools have been placed directly in the hands of the President of the United States, as well as foreign operatives.

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#Supermuch teaching in the classroom and online

The CoolCatTeacher

We discuss what going to the next level in the classroom and in online learning means both at the secondary and college level. From now until September 28, Advancement Courses, an online provider of professional development for K-12 teachers, is donating 10% of their sales to funding DonorChoose.org projects.

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Web 2.0 Tools for Professional Development

Dr. Shannon Doak

As we move more into the world of online learning and teaching for students, it is becoming apparent that teachers are also needing to move online for their own professional learning. This is evidenced by the number of conferences that have exploded online this summer. 10.18122/td/1379/boisestate.

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Junk isn't only for mail. 8 Types of posting #ConnectedEducators should avoid #CE13

The Innovative Educator

Department of Education’s Connected Educators initiative seeks to celebrate and encourage educators at all levels to collaborate and participate in online learning resources and communities. Whether it be digital or paper, getting something you didn''t ask for can be an annoying waste of time cluttering physical and online mailboxes.