EdTech Bits & Pieces

How to Get Hesitant Teachers to Use Technology

Sun, 07 Apr 2013 22:53:39 +0300

As a tech advocate, I often find myself coaxing established educators to incorporate new tools & technologies. Here are some ways I’ve found to be successful.

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Rearranging The Deckchairs

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 22:32:07 +0200

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Here’s a thought for today. What if the so-called “world class” education systems that have been so painstakingly under construction in countries like the UK and the USA turn out to be very similar…

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10 Ways To Fake A 21st Century Classroom

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 07:09:23 +0200

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10 Ways To Fake A 21st Century Classroom

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Everything is assessment

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 22:25:41 +0200

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If there is one bias that I have developed when it comes to assessment for learning it is this: As much as possible, we should not have to stop teaching in order to conduct our formative assessment…

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EdTech Chic: Teacher Book Study - Recommended Reads

Fri, 27 Jul 2012 00:12:52 +0300

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DNA of a 21st Century Educator (v2)

Sun, 22 Jul 2012 01:01:01 +0300

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During your lifetime you have probably experienced inspirational educators, or witnessed inspiring lectures. But, what about you? Are you such an educator?

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Teaching Innovation Is About More Than iPads in the Classroom

Fri, 20 Jul 2012 23:24:53 +0300

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Argues for innovation from the margins!

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Redefine "Better"

Sun, 08 Jul 2012 23:38:50 +0300

Redefine "Better":

willrichardson:

I’m constantly provoked by Umair Haque’s essays in the Harvard Business Review, and his bit on “Declare Your Radicalness” is no exception. The whole essay is definitely worth the read, as are many of the comments, but as is often the case, there was one line that really jumped out:

“…We…

How To Properly Define "Great Leader"--And Act Like One

Tue, 03 Jul 2012 20:28:18 +0300

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The quality of being a great leader isn’t something bestowed upon you on high; rather, it’s something that you do. How you analyze, allocate, and align. Save the anointing for later.

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It's the Pedagogy, Stupid: Lessons from an iPad Lending Program

Fri, 29 Jun 2012 07:44:24 +0300

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Recently, we were tasked with developing policies and procedures for an equipment lending program initiated within the Faculty Technology Resources Center at the University of Cincinnati. The progr…

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40 Alternative Assessments for Learning | TeachHUB

Mon, 18 Jun 2012 20:03:33 +0300

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10 Teaching Practices Every 21st Century Teacher should Do

Mon, 18 Jun 2012 15:08:58 +0300

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Gooru

Wed, 06 Jun 2012 22:52:49 +0300

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How Twitter & Texting Saved Writing

Sun, 27 May 2012 01:21:57 +0300

How Twitter & Texting Saved Writing:

Has the advent of social networking resulted in a decrease in the skill of writing?

iPad: Creation versus Consumption

Wed, 23 May 2012 21:28:23 +0300

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What type of iPad user are you? Do you mostly use your iPad for consumption purposes or creation ones? I would argue that the vast majority of the public will fall into the consumption categ…

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20 flaws that hold most people back | Leader.co.za

Mon, 14 May 2012 13:25:09 +0300

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Peter Drucker once said, “Most leaders don’t need to learn what to do.

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Eight Free tools for Teachers to Make Awesome Infographics

Sat, 12 May 2012 21:27:38 +0300

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Friend Your Kids: Why Parents Should Befriend Their Children on Facebook - The Online Mom

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 22:52:57 +0300

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37 Ways Teachers Should Use Pinterest

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 20:23:46 +0300

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There are a lot of great technology tools out there for teachers that can make it easier to connect with other educators, get ideas for classroom activities, and find inspiration.

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Apps for Professional Development | EdReach

Sun, 15 Apr 2012 21:43:14 +0300

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I was recently asked to lead a professional development session for a school that is starting to roll out iOS devices for teachers and students.

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