A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 15, 2020

As of late, I have been working with quite a few districts on personalization through a variety of blended learning strategies. Since pacing is a pivotal component of both personalized and blended learning, I did another Google search for ways to integrate timers into Google Slides.

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A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 18, 2020

A move to real personalized learning at scale is the most logical step. This includes digital pedagogy that consists of purposeful use, a move to personalized learning through blended strategies, use of data to differentiate, innovative assessment, and performance tasks. Professional learning can fill this void.

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A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 6, 2022

I don’t know of a single person who really wants to take on more work, especially during a pandemic. 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. When it comes to technology, less is definitely more.

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 17, 2024

Teachers are the backbone of any thriving learning environment. Nevertheless, just like their students, educators thrive in personalized learning experiences. A shift to personalized professional learning can change this dynamic. Offer teachers a diverse menu of learning opportunities.

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A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 23, 2022

That means no meetings, phone calls, emails, or mandated professional development. However, professional learning support is also imperative, and there are other time-sensitive strategies that can be implemented. Scaling professional learning is hard. It is even more challenging during a pandemic.

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A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 5, 2021

While this is undoubtedly important, it is also vital to gather input on professional learning and resources that are needed— more of this down the road. Personalized strategie s such as station rotation, choice activities, playlists, and the flipped approach maximize the amount of time that is already available.

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 9, 2023

Professional development (PD) is something that is typically "done" to educators. On the other hand, professional learning 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 professional learning.

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A Principal's Reflections

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020

They need practical strategies that are not just effective but also can be developed in a reasonable amount of time. To achieve this goal, we must first examine the foundational elements that lead to successful teaching and learning, whether the environment is remote or hybrid. Educators desperately want and need support.

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 13, 2022

Tier 1 Instruction and Engagement The success in direct or whole group instruction relies on the use of tried-and-true strategies such as the anticipatory set, reviewing prior learning, checks for understanding, modeling, and closure.

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 2, 2023

To help you get started, I've compiled ten specific strategies that I used during my tenure as a high school principal and now help other leaders with during coaching cycles. Developing and implementing professional learning is also an effective way to lead by example and build better relationships with staff.

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A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

We live in exciting times as unprecedented access to knowledge, research, and effective strategies at our fingertips can assist educators in creating meaningful experiences for students that align with both needs and strengths. One thing is for certain: learning is not linear. There is not one best or right way to personalize.

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A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 20, 2020

The other day I was working with Davis Schools in Utah on a hybrid learning model where educators would be teaching face-to-face and remote learners at the same time. My partner in crime was Belinda Kuck, who is the Director of Teaching and Learning. I learn so much from her every time we chat.

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A Principal's Reflections

MAY 10, 2020

Remote learning has brought to the forefront the need to develop pedagogically sound synchronous and asynchronous strategies, especially in virtual environments. Investments in flexible seating should continue, but a more concerted effort to personalize learning through high-agency practices such as blended learning is needed at scale.

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A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 16, 2023

Knowing where kids are and then developing strategies to meet their respective needs is one of the most effective ways to close learning gaps post-pandemic. In this piece of #EDvice I unpack this strategy and how it can be easily implemented in K-12 classrooms. So how do we begin to address this issue?

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 10, 2022

While having a focus and knowledge of pertinent strategies is a good start, there needs to be an emphasis on changing practice. While the transition to personalization can occur using high agency strategies as detailed in Disruptive Thinking in Our Classrooms , it is critical that the right culture is in place.

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 7, 2022

Thus, educators need not only a vision for how to personalize learning effectively but also essential supports that will help to ensure success. The most crucial aspect when it comes to personalizing learning is the teacher in the classroom.

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A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 27, 2022

While it is understood that management is a necessity associated with the position, it should not be something that comes at the expense of improving the learning culture. In Digital Leadership I offered ten specific strategies implemented during my time as principal that you can adopt now, which you can read about below.

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A Principal's Reflections

JUNE 21, 2020

Personalization Personalized learning represents a movement from the “what” to the “who” as a means to facilitate student ownership of the learning process. It consists of high-agency strategies that focus on voice, choice, path, pace, and place both with and without technology.

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 24, 2024

While it won't replace the irreplaceable human touch in the classroom, AI can significantly enhance teaching and learning by offering personalization, efficiency, and insightful data analysis. Personalized Learning Pathways Imagine a classroom where each student receives instruction tailored to their specific needs.

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A Principal's Reflections

JULY 28, 2024

Collaboration is a cornerstone of effective educational improvement, especially when it comes to making the shift to personalized learning. Nicki Slaugh and I shared the following in Personalize : Teamwork is the essence of academic triumph.

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A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 2, 2020

One of the best parts about job-embedded, on-going work with school districts is facilitating a variety of professional learning opportunities. Recently the district asked me to be a part of their professional development day, which consisted of seven different learning strands specific to the needs and interests of their teachers.

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A Principal's Reflections

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

Lesson plans should be more streamlined, focusing on essential learning outcomes and incorporating innovative strategies to enhance the learning experience. Implement effective strategies to maximize time, provide an appropriate amount of challenge , and engage students. Let’s now take a look at the modern era.

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A Principal's Reflections

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

Hence the need to personalize learning. One of the major hurdles they encounter is the stigma associated with intervention, a key component of personalization. This misconception can lead to a reluctance to embrace intervention strategies, even when proven beneficial.

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A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

Activities should challenge students to think, construct new knowledge, and apply what has been learned to solve real-world predictable and unpredictable problems. Student agency : Technology can be used to create a personalized learning experience where all students get what they need, when and where they need it to succeed.

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 26, 2020

Difficult decisions have had to be made regarding grading, making funds available to get technology in the hands of disadvantaged kids, getting school work to kids where the digital divide could not be overcome, and figuring out how to provide professional learning support virtually. However, the pedagogical tenets remain the same.

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A Principal's Reflections

JUNE 9, 2019

Leaders must begin to establish a vision and strategic plan to create classrooms and buildings that are more reflective of the real world while empowering learners to use technology in powerful ways through either personalized or blended strategies and increased access in the form of BYOD or 1:1. This needs to be prioritized.

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Catlin Tucker

APRIL 22, 2020

This partnership gives teachers more time and energy to innovate and personalize learning while providing students with the opportunity to actively drive their own growth. And in Grow , you’ll reflect on how your new strategies are working for you and your students and consider ways to improve the process for next time.

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 5, 2023

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). Thus, we created a personalized coaching plan to target these focus areas.

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A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 13, 2020

It took some self-reflection and honest feedback from my students to move away from being the sage on the stage and more of a facilitator of learning. Differentiated instruction and cooperative learning strategies became embedded in some form during each lesson. Use varied engagement strategies (click HERE for specific ideas).

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A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 7, 2024

By prioritizing adaptability, engagement, and evidence-based strategies, this system promises to reshape the educational experience. Regular assessment and data-driven decision-making further support the development and implementation of effective teaching strategies.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

JANUARY 17, 2025

Personal Learning and Professional Growth with AI A Library 2.0 / Learning Revolution "AI Essentials" Webinar with Reed Hepler OVERVIEW : This 60-minute session explores how AI tools can enhance personal learning and skills development for professional growth. AI Essentials" Series.

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A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 31, 2021

Consider tapping into the expertise of a global network through a Personal Learning Network (PLN). In a recent post , I outlined specific give and take strategies that can be used to free up time, focus on the most critical standards students need right now, and address mental health concerns. Learning is the fuel of leadership.

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 19, 2020

You can either lurk and learn or develop your own Personal Learning Network (PLN) to farm the best ideas and strategies that are actually working in similar demographics. Consider a daily or weekly YouTube video that can be embedded in a mass email to showcase how teachers are successfully implementing remote learning.

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Hapara

MARCH 12, 2025

If youre helping guide your school or districts learning environment, understanding how attention works can make a real difference. Dr. Robin Wisniewski, the author of Promoting Student Attention , recently joined us for an insightful webinar full of strategies to improve attention in the classroom.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 15, 2020

Some of you may use your professional development this summer to focus on culturally responsive teaching. You’ll learn how to identify the signs of student engagement and analyze highly engaging lessons so you can replicate effective strategies in your own instruction. This needs to be an area of understanding for every teacher.

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 25, 2024

This information can help them make informed decisions about resource allocation, curriculum development, professional learning, and strategic planning. Opportunities What emerging trends or technologies can enhance teaching and learning? AI, virtual reality, personalized learning ) and why?

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

The Lifelong Learning Report: Trends & Insights from K-12 to Career is a comprehensive study analyzing the evolving landscape of education and the role technology plays in shaping the future of learning.

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