A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 13, 2023

In this piece of #EDvice I dive into the various research-based components that great storytellers leverage, whether they know it or not. While research paves the way and shows us how to elicit emotion to engage others, there are also many other critical elements to be aware of when developing a narrative.

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A Principal's Reflections

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

If I didn't have these I doubt I would have stuck with blogging for fifteen (15) years or written any books. Research by Wendy Wood, a leading expert in habit formation, has shown that routines can become so ingrained in our behaviors that they become almost automatic, freeing up mental energy for other tasks (Wood & Neal, 2016).

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 19, 2023

By effectively communicating the reasons, methods, and outcomes, leaders can proactively shape a story that is rooted in evidence, aligned with research, and demonstrates effectiveness. Below you will see visuals for both and links to blog posts offering detailed insight. This is where the digital element becomes crucial.

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A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 8, 2023

Most of my blog ideas materialize during these times of bliss. Research provides a sound rationale for its importance and impact on learners. One of the best and most gratifying aspects of my job is getting into classrooms and providing feedback to leaders, who, in turn, help their teachers grow. An article by Y.

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A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 30, 2018

There are many reasons I continue to blog regularly, but the biggest is trying to add a practical lens to many of the ideas we either see or hear about on social media. Image credit In my opinion, you don’t have to be a great writer to blog. As research has shown, movement is an essential component of learning.

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A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 17, 2021

Speaking from experience, I have significantly benefited from not only engaging in digital spaces but taking what I have learned and applying it to my practice, which I can readily show when asked or communicate through my blog. Being a lifelong learner in the digital age is quite empowering.

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 8, 2018

In a previous blog post, I wrote about the importance of focusing on the why as it relates to learning. Research on the underlying elements that drive student motivation validates how essential it is to establish relevant contexts. What all one must do is step into the shoes of a student. Kember et al.

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Passion for Social Studies

DECEMBER 15, 2024

The President Project allows students to research the role of this office. By joining the email list, you will receive freebies for blog exclusive subscribers! In this project, students will create a magazine cover or documentary project that illustrates the culture, politics, art, music, and lifestyle of the 1920s.

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 4, 2013

After much questioning, research, and consideration, I decided to implement a re-take policy for my classes. grading Guest Blog Post Guest Blogger New Milford High School Opinion' You fail your driver’s test; don’t you get another shot at it? You do poorly on the SAT’s; you can take them again right?

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 26, 2018

In both BrandED and Learning Transformed , the concept of building better relationships as a result of improved community engagement was discussed through both a research and innovative practice lens. Along with video , pictures were one of the most potent artifacts that I used to tell our story through greater context.

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A Principal's Reflections

SEPTEMBER 11, 2013

I have written extensively over the past couple of years about our Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) initiative at New Milford High School at the Huffington Post and on my own blog. It has been interesting to look back at all my blog posts to see how far we have come with BYOD at NMHS.

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A Principal's Reflections

JUNE 10, 2018

Below are some simple strategies that can be used to integrate reflection into any lesson: Writing - A daily journal, blog, and LMS (i.e., A great deal of research reviewed by Lew & Schmidt (2011) in their study suggests the positive impact of reflective writing on cognitive development. In their research, Rose et al.

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A Principal's Reflections

NOVEMBER 8, 2015

“The hardest challenge you will face is not changing yourself, but convincing or empowering your colleagues to embrace change.” – Eric Sheninger If you are reading this blog, trying out new ideas, implementing innovative strategies, or attending meaningful professional learning opportunities then chances are you embrace change.

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The Hechinger Report

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

A ‘Knowledge Revival’ A 2025 book by 10 education researchers in Europe and Australia, Developing Curriculum for Deep Thinking: The Knowledge Revival , makes the case that students cannot learn the skills of comprehension and critical thinking unless they know a lot of stuff first. Weve all been there.

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A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 11, 2013

This involved using online maps and doing some research. Collaborated with English teachers Mrs. Groff and Mrs. Westbrook on a research project related to CNN Everyday Heroes. Students researched heroes, curated their research using Pinterest and cited their sources using the online citation maker, EasyBib.

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Society for Classical Studies

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Blog: The Benefits and Costs of DEI Research in Classics Arum Park Fri, 02/28/2025 - 11:18

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Digital Promise

JANUARY 19, 2022

The post Hubs: A Digital Learning Research Strategy to Reach Millions appeared first on Digital Promise.

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A Principal's Reflections

NOVEMBER 4, 2018

A great deal has changed since I began writing this blog back in 2009. For starters, my primary device to connect on Twitter was a Blackberry. I didn’t even have a Facebook page until a year later. On the one hand, there is my professional lens as I work with schools, districts, and organizations from all over the world.

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A Principal's Reflections

SEPTEMBER 16, 2018

Anyone who reads my blog knows that I am a huge proponent of research-influenced practice, evidence, accountability, and efficacy. I also curated a document that had comments ready to go aligned to sound pedagogical practice and research where applicable. A good observation is all about growth.

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The Hechinger Report

MAY 25, 2020

Prominent members of the education research community are enthusiastically pushing for a dramatic increase in tutoring. Robert Slavin of Johns Hopkins University wrote a May 14, 2020 blog pos t calling for a “Marshall Plan for education, to recruit, train, and deploy thousands of tutors in schools across America.”

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 3, 2019

From articles to blog posts to books, that subject has been covered in great detail. I, for one, don’t shy away from the fact that both research and evidence should be part of the conversation. What makes something innovative? There is no shortage of debate on this topic in the least bit. Take Uber and Airbnb for example.

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Digital Promise

OCTOBER 21, 2020

As the lead researcher on our Inclusive Innovation team, I’ve been asked this question several times recently: Where is the research in inclusive innovation? With our Inclusive Innovation model , how must we rethink our research approach to put equity first, in process and results? A closer look at equity-driven research.

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 13, 2013

Recently Jeff Fiscina , one of my math teachers, submitted a guest post on my blog that emphasized some of his grading practices that best support and promote student learning. However, it was apparent that current behaviors and actions had to be changed based upon the latest research and what was best for our students.

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A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 14, 2014

After looking it over I asked if one of the students would consider writing a guest blog post for me. We spent some time researching the error messages we were receiving. Last week I was utterly amazed when Laura asked me to check out the website ( NMHS Computer Designs ) that these students had created. Luckily for us he said yes.

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A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 20, 2019

Motivated and inspired I then began to seek out research and more examples of successful implementation that aligned with our goals while addressing specific challenges. It is important when reading a blog post or article to look beyond what in theory sounds good, but in practice might not lead to improvement.

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TCI

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

This blog offers a practical guide for district administrators on selecting and implementing HQIM in social studies, detailing how these materials enhance student achievement, promote critical thinking, and prepare students for active civic participation.

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Teaching Anthropology

NOVEMBER 11, 2023

ELIZABETH KEATING, Professor of Anthropology & Graduate Faculty, Human Dimensions of Organizations, The University of Texas at Austin Teaching through research is recognized as one of the strengths of anthropology. The students used questions I developed and used in my research project.

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A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 2, 2014

Second, we advocate for the development of an action plan for educating the not-so-common learners that is research-based, achievable, and reaches beyond any current educational reform initiative for school improvement. Common Core ELL English Language Learners Guest Blog Post Guest Blogger Leadership' Struggling Learners.

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A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 24, 2019

Research has shown that educational technology has the most effect on learners when it is part of an interactive experience, uses to explore and create as opposed to drill and kill, and consists of the right blend of teachers and technology. It seems that every day I’m introduced to a new tech tool that promises to change education.

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 6, 2017

Research has shown that up to 7 in 10 corporate initiatives have not led to sustainable change ( Blanchard, 2010 ). Tony Sinanis , a newly appointed superintendent and great friend, tackled this topic on his blog. One common excuse, or challenge depending on your point of view, is too many initiatives at once. That’s right.

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Catlin Tucker

JANUARY 13, 2020

My online learning activities typically involve the use of short videos, online discussions, student research, podcasts, and various formative assessments. You can find a great list of web tools on Catlin’s blog. You can contact her on Twitter @csrock100 or on her blog at [link]. They typically last between 3 and 4 days.

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A Principal's Reflections

JULY 30, 2017

In reality, it is the preparation beforehand and attempts to share strategies that are not only practical, but also aligned to research that aid in my delivery. As an author of six books, numerous articles, and a blog, I am dogged by a perception that I am a good writer. Each week I labor over creating a blog post.

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A Principal's Reflections

JULY 2, 2017

What separates this conference from all others is the fact that the program is built around district and school teams who have closed achievement gaps, bridged the digital divide, and implemented innovative practices aligned to research. What research and evidence can be aligned to support the actions to be taken?

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Passion for Social Studies

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024

Additionally, they will research why low voter turnout is a problem, even though it is essential to maintaining our democracy. By joining the email list, you will receive freebies for blog exclusive subscribers! Voting Lesson This three-day lesson is a fantastic way to teach students the importance of voting!

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Dr. Shannon Doak

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

This trend echoes concerns I raised nearly five years ago in my blog post, “ What are we doing? When it comes to measuring the impact of technology on student learning, research has been revealing. Despite the passage of time, the core issues remain unaddressed. in effect size.

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Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 13, 2020

As I’ve said in previous blog posts, teaching in a concurrent classroom is the most challenging teaching assignment I can imagine. I’m torn because I do not want my blog posts to be interpreted as an endorsement of this approach. “I wish I could just focus on one group of students at a time.”

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Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 7, 2020

In this first of three blog posts focused on UDL and blended learning, I’ll be focusing specifically on the first principle of engagement. In my research of teacher engagement in blended learning courses, teachers identified student agency as a significant benefit of blended learning. Engagement.

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