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Educating in the Age of Synthesis
While The Jetsons is set in the year 2062, and in Back to the Future, Marty and Doc went to the year 2015 with flying cars and digital everything, I think the image of the future for education has left a lot to be imagined and defined. Preparing learners for their futures means incorporating technology
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Digital Storytelling for Assessment
Digital storytelling is an excellent way to engage learners in content and to bring future-ready learning into the learning environment. While reading Macbeth, it is easy to give a Kahoot! or have learners complete an essay or some other type of assessment. When I first taught this unit, I had learners participate in two
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Adding technology isn’t just a nice idea—it’s a must!
As I continue on my doctoral journey, the current course that I am in has made me reflect on just how necessary technology is in the learning environment. Again, I apologize for the long lag in posts, but with work, travel, conferences, and schoolwork, time has gotten away from me. However, in this course, Technology-Driven
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Reflections from a graduate student
Sorry for the delay in creating content and blogging. I am back in school and finishing up my second term as a doctoral student. I am loving every minute of it! For the final assignment for the course, I have been asked to write a blog reflecting on my experience in the course, the graphic
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Climate is a work of HEART
The school year is back in full swing, and climate in the classroom is being established. How do learners know where to go for material? What do learners do when they enter class? When are learners given the opportunity to communicate and collaborate with their peers? Who are the learners who need a little extra
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And Now… Let’s Reimagine the Teacher Work Space…
A workspace should be as inviting as a Starbucks or Barnes and Noble (image is a Starbucks).
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Summer Reads!
Summer time, and the livin’s easy… and SO well-deserved for educators. While summer is a great time to rest and rejuvenate, educators are reading, planning, attending PD opportunities, and seeking inspiration for the next school year. One simple pleasure that summer does allow, however, is reading time. Whether you’re sitting on the beach, enjoying your
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The Importance of Professional Development
When I moved out of public education, I was amazed by the number of conferences that existed for educators. Professional development is needed for recertification, and it is vital to remain relevant and up to speed on academic trends. Although professional development is not always right in front of us, here’s why it is critical
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