I am no authority on the true science and conjecture of generational differences, but I know that there have been some big changes in what parents expect… Read more “What Millennial parents expect from schools compared to GenX-ers”
Tag: Education
If you could only have three apps?
One of the most memorable parts of George Couros‘ presentation Leading Innovative Change is his discussion about restraining and refining what his district expected from teachers in… Read more “If you could only have three apps?”
10 things secondary teachers want parents to know
I have taught secondary students for over 15 years, and over the years, I have been constantly challenged by the schism between parents and the school. It… Read more “10 things secondary teachers want parents to know”
How our flipped learning model changed instruction and lesson planning
What we did: Enrolled all students in Edmodo (eventually switched to Schoology) All writing tasks became shared documents, and some published online All background information, context, and… Read more “How our flipped learning model changed instruction and lesson planning”
Building a culture of innovation within public schools.
The following is an excerpt from my dissertation, which I will defend next week. It was a great experience, and really opened my eyes to what great… Read more “Building a culture of innovation within public schools.”
Why Schoology is the key to transformational teaching, maybe.
Circa 2008ish, the word was Moodle. Everyone buzzed about the platform’s ability to transform education by creating the best connection between the classroom and the world. In… Read more “Why Schoology is the key to transformational teaching, maybe.”
Education Horror Stories – Six Monsters Against Reform
It’s hard to pin down just what ails public education today. Perhaps it is the fact that there are very few major entities actually interested in real… Read more “Education Horror Stories – Six Monsters Against Reform”
In defense of the status quo
Anyone looking to find a true north in education today would likely be very frustrated. Myriad interests pull various directions in the promise of better education. In… Read more “In defense of the status quo”
Behind the 8-ball in education technology
An article I read today sheds new light on the usership of Facebook by teens. It indicates a waning of interest by teens in using Facebook to… Read more “Behind the 8-ball in education technology”
Top 10 trends in ed. tech to watch for in the next three years.
Education today changes quickly, and it is a common mistake for educators to believe that what they are current on today will hold them over for… Read more “Top 10 trends in ed. tech to watch for in the next three years.”
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