Where are teachers in your midst most likely to find administrators and coaches? Nearly every educational administrator or instructional coach has an individual or shared office. But is this the best location for their work? Does it maximize their effectiveness as a leader? In my experience, the answer is a resounding “no”. My first year […]
Within the past few years, I have been blessed to find a network of educators who share my passion for effective technology integration in the classroom. This network, which makes up my personal learning network (PLN), provides me with everything from inspiration and encouragement to logistical support regarding hardware, software, and infrastructure. My network “gets” […]
When we think of traditional professional development, we often picture an “expert” at the front of the room, disseminating knowledge based on research. If we are fortunate, there are opportunities for audience participation in the form of digital polls, opportunities to work in groups or speak with a partner, or even step by step instructions […]
Our students, their families, and our teachers are on social media. Are our schools? Are we relying on static websites and paper newsletters as the way to disseminate information to our stakeholders? I had the opportunity to meet with administrators recently regarding the use of social media in schools. We discussed the importance of meeting […]
As an educator, my favorite brain network to activate was the strategic networks, allowing students multiple means of action and expression. I loved going “beyond choice boards” to encourage students themselves to ideate as to the best way to demonstrate their understanding of academic content. Once I left the classroom and began conducting professional development […]
Earlier this week, I was driving to a school I have visited several times over the past two years. I have taken this rural, country road countless times. It is a drive I enjoy. I have never encountered traffic on this road and my commute is accompanied by beautiful views of the foothills. A few […]
Why UDL? Universal Design for Learning (UDL) celebrates variability and calls upon teachers to take a proactive approach to designing experiences accessible for ALL students. But what about our adult learners? Can we UDL our PD? UDL is based on neuroscience regarding how we learn. As we embed UDL strategies into the professional learning we […]
Relationships Matter I believe in the power of productive conversations and personal connections. One on one discussions with educators can fuel positive change in classrooms. When we take the time to speak with those we work with, we show them value and can better customize our support to meet their personal contexts. I regularly work […]
As an educational technology consultant, I love to automate tasks. I love that thanks to technology I can walk into a classroom with phone or tablet in hand and fill out a digital feedback form that is instantly emailed to the teacher when I click submit. A few years ago, I overheard one of my […]
The Beginnings: Students Teach Peers & The Community A few years ago, I had the great privilege of taking on a leadership role at a school site in which the surrounding neighborhood had a poverty rate of three times the national average. I had done a great amount of research on the digital divide, and […]
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