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The Everlasting Influence of a Great Teacher

A Principal's Reflections

In Disruptive Thinking in Our Classrooms , the stories of Mrs. Williams (kindergarten), Mr. South (middle school science), and Dr. Hynoski (high school science) were shared. I knew I had at least one ceramic sculpture, but little did I know that there was a treasure trove of artifacts lying in wait in my attic.

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The Difference Between Constructivism And Constructionism

TeachThought

Definition of Constructionism Constructionism extends constructivist ideas by emphasizing learning through creating tangible artifacts, such as models or projects. Constructionism Theory Ley Idea: This approach extends constructivist ideas into learning by making, emphasizing the creation of tangible products or artifacts.

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How Verizon Innovative Learning Schools Transformed My School

Digital Promise

Being a part of this incredible program has had such a tremendous impact on our school community and on myself as an educator. WIMA is the Washtenaw Educational Options Consortium’s (WEOC) middle school program in Ypsilanti, Michigan. Science teachers were engaging students in virtual lab experiences.

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New Approaches to Instructional Technology Coaching

Digital Promise

In fact, the coach at Andover Middle School in Miami, Florida, created a flexible schedule to allow teachers to book learning consultations, classroom visits, and one-on-one instruction. Now, with video conferencing tools, coaches are able to “visit” more classrooms on a given day.

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Taking the Time to Reflect and Learn with e-Portfolios

Digital Promise

“The e-Portfolio workshop not only has helped me to get organized in terms of planning and available resources, but it has shown me what I have already accomplished and reminded me of all the innovative things I have already started doing,” said Roxanne Johnson, a teacher at Findlay Middle School in Las Vegas. “By

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Using Micro-credentials for Personalized Professional Development

Digital Promise

During their professional learning communities, the teachers check in with each other on their progress, provide feedback on submissions, support each other in selecting artifacts, and provide technology assistance. Another school in KVEC’s ACT Network, Breathitt County High School is the only high school in the district.

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A ‘summer camp’ for teachers fills a gap in environmental education

The Hechinger Report

Ali McMillan, an instructional coach and intervention specialist at West Feliciana Middle School, Louisiana. Ali McMillan, an instructional coach and intervention specialist at West Feliciana Middle School in West Feliciana Parish, is one of 20 educators participating in the program.