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Devices Need to Support Learning

A Principal's Reflections

There must be more of a concerted focus on learning outcomes, construction of new knowledge leading to authentic application, and the development/enhancement of essential skills (creativity, critical thinking, problem solving, digital citizenship, entrepreneurship, media literacy, technological proficiency, communication, collaboration).

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To Follow is to Lead

A Principal's Reflections

Leadership is about action , not title, position, or power. Very few, if any, people were just anointed into a leadership position without first being motivated and inspired by someone else. However, the type of actions we take can determine the willingness of others to follow and help support change.

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Edtech Tools for SPED, Math, and Reading

A Principal's Reflections

I still vividly remember having lunch with Dave Moyer, the superintendent, where he explained in detail the vision that had been set for the district, centered around the six C's (collaboration, communication, critical thinking, creativity, character, citizenship). It was at this time that the decision was made for me to assist.

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What You Really Need to Know About Artificial Intelligence (AI)

A Principal's Reflections

Concerns center on its potential to replace human interaction and critical thinking skills. AI, while a powerful tool, can only partially replace the role of human leadership in schools. While AI can support these efforts, it should be seen as something other than a substitute for human leadership. Prompt all you want.

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Education for the 4th Industrial Revolution

A Principal's Reflections

Tom Murray and I presented a call to action, highlighting the need to transform teaching, learning, and leadership in Learning Transformed to meet the demands and challenges inherent in the 4th Industrial Revolution. In the updated edition of Digital Leadership , I took it a step further.

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The Power of Collaboration

A Principal's Reflections

Extensive feedback was provided to district and building leadership, and a plan was developed to begin implemented specific strategies for growth over a period of time. We think with this approach to teaching; we are seeing the students thrive in any setting. Below is a description of what Eric saw during his visit.

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Personalize: Meeting the Needs of ALL Learners

A Principal's Reflections

Here is the synopsis: Not Just One Way Are you an educator stuck in the traditional teaching or leadership mold, yearning for a spark to reignite your passion? Personalize" provides the tools and strategies to create such a space, fostering creativity, critical thinking, and a genuine love for learning.

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