A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 15, 2019

If the expectation is for teachers and administrators to leave a learning experience with practical, ready to use strategies, then anyone who is leading the professional learning should incorporate a mix of modeling, hands-on activities, and performance tasks (i.e., in settings that emulate a classroom or school.

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A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 12, 2022

In a world where multimedia content is virtually at everyone’s fingertips, written content that dives into concepts and strategies might not have the same impact as it once did. In the digital age, brevity is virtue when it comes to processing and implementing strategies. How can it be readily implemented?

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DECEMBER 12, 2023

Feedback loops can help identify what a teacher needs and strategies to implement to achieve a better outcome and can offer a valuable solution to challenges they face.

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SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Discovery Education invites teachers and administrators around the globe to participate in its 13th annual Fall VirtCon, which will be held this year on Saturday, October 19th from 11 AM to 3 PM Eastern.

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 14, 2022

Below are some simple strategies that you can use immediately and long-term, many of which are research-based. Examples include release time, professional learning opportunities off-site, a premium parking spot, tickets to school events, books, and school supplies.

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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. This can be achieved through formal training programs, workshops, job-embedded coaching and conferences.

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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. Use a timer for pacing and self-management.

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JUNE 22, 2020

Objective of this module “In this learning module, called (Re)Defining STEM, learn how to view STEM education with an updated lens, understand the principles for effective STEM teaching and learning, and come away with concrete strategies and activities that can transform student learning no matter the discipline.”

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A Principal's Reflections

MAY 1, 2022

We often see a great deal of investment in an array of ideas, strategies, and solutions with the goal of improving learning for all kids. It provides a baseline as to what has been found to really work when it comes to student learning and improving culture. I am all for anything that can benefit all students.

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 17, 2024

In a world of standardized tests and rigid curricula, fostering a culture of continuous, personalized growth for teachers allows them to stay abreast of current trends and effective strategies, maximize time, and become the best iteration of themselves for the learners they serve. Offer teachers a diverse menu of learning opportunities.

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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. Critical questions framed from the lens of the learner include: Why is this idea, concept, or subject vital for me to learn and understand?

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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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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

5 Strategies to Help Superintendents Lead Digital Transformation. Creating dedicated time for professional development is essential, said Schuler. . “We We have 45 minutes every Thursday morning for sacred, professional learning community time,” he said. . eli.zimmerman_9856. Mon, 02/25/2019 - 11:12.

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A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 30, 2022

One of the most powerful teaching and leadership strategies is the act of modeling. It goes beyond just telling people what to do by instead showing them how to do it as a means to either support learning or change. In the classroom, modeling aids in making concepts clear where students learn by observing.

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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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Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

As I work with leadership teams, many are struggling to engage their teachers in professional learning this year. Unfortunately, substitute teacher shortages combined with teacher fatigue are presenting challenges when it comes to offering and engaging teachers in professional learning.

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 14, 2021

During these sessions, I get to see firsthand how they are implementing ideas and strategies into practice to grow. 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.

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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

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

OCTOBER 18, 2020

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. It can also set the state to the creation of a viable virtual learning option for students who prefer this model.

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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

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

NOVEMBER 29, 2020

It is nearly impossible to create a culture of learning if there are elements of boredom, inactivity, and lack of relevance. This is a lesson I learned most recently as a presenter and workshop facilitator. Early on, I used more traditional strategies since this was a new arena for me.

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A Principal's Reflections

JULY 26, 2020

Will kids go back to school or continue to learn remotely? How will educators get the professional learning support they so desperately need? Some key aspects to consider are face-to-face instruction, personalization, blended learning, adaptive tools, flex schedules, social distancing, health and safety, and remote learning.

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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. What are your exemplars of effective remote or hybrid teaching and learning, and why?

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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

OCTOBER 25, 2020

Taking this away and replacing with non-evaluative strategies consisting of coaching and feedback will go a long way towards creating an empathetic environment. No matter the route taken, this strategy is sure to build up morale. Using a give and take strategy and lessening the burden will create a culture of empowerment.

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A Principal's Reflections

JULY 25, 2021

Strategy The real work and testament to outstanding leadership is moving past the visioning process by developing a strategic plan to turn vision into reality. A great strategy empowers people to take action. Professional Learning Change will only succeed if the right supports are in place.

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A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 20, 2022

Instead, it depends on which type of leadership and strategies are best-suited to the task. First, leaders need to understand what strategies are the most critical in leading change, improving outcomes, and developing a thriving culture. Second, they need to know when and where to employ these strategies based on the situation.

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 2, 2020

Herein lies why it is crucial to make sure that passive consumption of content and low-level activities are followed with more opportunities for active learning. From here, schools can begin to focus on a remote blended learning model that can serve as a foundation for all K-12 classrooms to create a more personalized experience.

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A Principal's Reflections

MAY 10, 2020

Innovative learning spaces and environments : How will the environment and conditions under which kids learn change to more adequately reflect the reality of the world they live in? Many kids have flourished during remote learning as they have been able to follow a unique path or learn at their own pace.

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A Principal's Reflections

NOVEMBER 28, 2021

While the ideas and strategies might seem valuable on the surface, it is critical to align each with the context in which you lead to determine practicality. Instead, it is all about a diversified strategy that works to meet both collective and individual needs. Just because it sounds good doesn’t imply it will work for you.

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A Principal's Reflections

JULY 11, 2021

It requires a deeper understanding of how the brain works and research-based strategies that teachers can readily implement in their classrooms. Investments in time and resources are made to establish ongoing and job-embedded professional learning for staff. However, the pedagogical leader doesn’t stop here.

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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. Whether you refer to the strategy as a hook or anticipatory set, they key is to infuse relevance that piques the interest of diverse learners.

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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

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

MAY 17, 2020

During the crisis, we have seen digital leadership strategies embraced and innovation take hold despite roadblocks. Successes with remote learning have to be built upon and integrated across the curriculum. While many schools have valiantly continued with remote learning, some decided that it just wasn’t working.

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