What is an Educator Mastermind, and Why Should You Join One? 2Jul2017 by Jennifer Gonzalez Educators spend far too much time in isolation; an educator mastermind can change that.
Hate PD? Try Voluntary Piloting. 15Jan2017 by Krista Taylor This teacher-led model for professional development is a formula for deep, reflective learning and long-lasting change. Read how one group of teachers did it.
How Pineapple Charts Revolutionize Professional Development 25Sep2016 by Jennifer Gonzalez As one-size-fits-all PD fades into obscurity, more personalized professional development models have emerged. The Pineapple Chart may be the greatest of them all.
Buzzword Bling: Putting Substance Behind Our Big Words 17Jul2016 by Typhani Harris, Ph.D. A look at three current buzzwords in education and how they are used, how they are abused, and how they can be applied in real classrooms.
So you have a Twitter account. Now what? 1May2016 by Jennifer Gonzalez For teachers, Twitter is part of an essential 21st century toolkit, but many people don’t know how to use it well. Here are six ways to get more out of Twitter.
Is Your Professional Learning Community a Farce? 26Jul2015 by Chase Mielke Many schools use PLCs for teacher collaboration, but whether they really fit that description is up for debate. Here are 5 ways to tell if your PLC isn’t living up to its name.
What Is the ISTE Conference, and Why Should You Go? 1Jul2015 by Jennifer Gonzalez If you’ve never been to the ISTE conference—or if you’ve never even heard of ISTE—this overview will help you understand what all the fuss is about.
Goal-Setting for Teachers: 8 Paths to Self-Improvement 27May2015 by Jennifer Gonzalez The list of ways a teacher can improve is a mile long. Since you can’t do it all at once, here are eight paths you might take toward professional growth.
JumpStart: A Technology Course for Thoughtful Educators 20May2015 by Jennifer Gonzalez Time to take it to the next level! Introducing JumpStart: A structured, systematic course to help you build your confidence with educational technology.
