ED Surge

MARCH 27, 2025

In a survey of more than 1,000 public school teachers done through Samsungs partners at DonorsChoose a whopping 96 percent said AI will become an intrinsic part of education within the next decade. The basis of any AI education would have to be rooted in critical thinking, he explains, how to ask good questions and evaluate the answers.

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 1, 2012

I am extremely excited that August is Connected Educator month. In my opinion, being a connected learner, leader, and/or educator is no longer an option. My personal and professional journey in this area is well documented and something that I regularly present on. Access to a wealth of free resources.

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ED Surge

JANUARY 25, 2023

As a classroom teacher, I always tried to improve my practice by reading academic and practice-based articles, attending trainings and connecting with fellow educators to share resources and troubleshoot challenges. Despite my love for learning, I strongly disliked most professional development sessions.

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 14, 2016

In my opinion that is the case in education. Educators and stakeholders alike have been brainwashed into thinking that a successful school or district is one who achieves through quantitative measures. If it doesn’t, then why is precious time spent on developing and enforcing it? What supporting evidence do we have?

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ED Surge

JANUARY 27, 2023

It’s 7:00 am, and I’m on my second trek from my car to our centralized district meeting space, lugging snacks, supplies and chart paper as I prepare to lead a workshop on best practices for technology integration for a group of 15 elementary teachers in my district. Teachers trickle in as I set out muffins and candy at each table.

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ED Surge

MARCH 19, 2025

In the 2021-2022 academic year, the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce found more than 43,000 individuals with active teaching credentials were not employed as teachers or staff members in a public school. hoping to one day become an educator. In 2016, I moved to the U.S.,

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 2, 2010

Geoffrey Canada hits on something that all schools and educators need to reflect upon and that is the need and desire to be better. Much to often educators reach a saturation point where doing what it takes to get by is the prime choice of many. The summer months also represent an opportunity for all educators to get better.

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 8, 2013

21st Century Education Change educational technology Flipped Classroom Innovation New Milford High School teachers' I am excited to see what some of my other teachers have been working on in the coming weeks and am proud that time during the school day is being used productively.

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ED Surge

MARCH 26, 2025

Looking back on my educational journey, I recently reflected on my classroom experiences from kindergarten to fourth grade. The summer before I entered the fourth grade, my mother informed me that I would be attending a new school in my same community with one caveat: it was a class in the gifted and talented education (GATE) program.

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A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 19, 2012

Image credit: [link] As society continues to move forward in terms of innovation, technology, and global connectivity, schools are being stymied by relentless cuts to education. This is why the time is now for districts and schools to seriously consider developing a Bring Your Own Technology (BYOT) initiative.

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A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 1, 2012

Prior to delving into this 140 character world I utilized traditional mediums for communication and professional development, had no idea what Web 2.0 was, and adamantly believed social media had absolutely no place in education. educational leadership educational technology Twitter' Why do you use Twitter?

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A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 7, 2014

As a practitioner I am always looking to learn how to better assist educators at all grade levels. Superintendent Scott Rocco provided me with a great opportunity to not only work with teachers in his district, but to also push me outside my comfort zone, which has always been secondary education. Please share in the comments section.

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ED Surge

APRIL 9, 2025

Many educators have begun exploring these tools to streamline administrative tasks from composing parent emails to analyzing assessment data and differentiating instruction. Yet, some educators still see AI only as a tool for efficiency and view student use as cheating. But we must also address teacher readiness to succeed.

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 4, 2024

Let’s now dive into the most popular myths that hold educators back when it comes to personalization. Myth 1: Technology is needed to personalize Years ago, almost every educational technology company jumped on the personalized learning bandwagon and hailed it as a holy grail for improving outcomes.

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 28, 2013

It also figures to entail a more streamlined approach when it comes to providing professional development to staff so that the devices are consistently utilized to support student learning. 1:1 laptop program 21st Century Leadership 21st Century Learning BYOD Change Innovation Opinion educational technology'

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 10, 2013

NMHS routinely hosts visits from outside educators, schools, and organizations in an effort to provide insights on our initiatives. It was a great opportunity to not only get to exchange ideas with Eric regarding technology’s role in the classroom, but to see the learning community that has been nurtured and developed at his school.

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High School Professional Development Educational Technology Social Studies 280

A Principal's Reflections

JULY 15, 2013

Social Media is bad and has no place in education. Worse, teachers will spend countless hours “socializing” instead of educating. However, there are a growing number of passionate educators who have embraced social media as a powerful tool for learning. All of this makes sense to me as an educator, parent, and citizen.

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ED Surge

JANUARY 21, 2025

Its the best-kept secret in education, to be a school librarian, Rhue says with pride. I had earned my masters in the art of teaching elementary education. My mantra now is: I'm a successful educator and businesswoman. I'm a second-year doctoral student in educational leadership. I'm an educator. Its a treat.

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A Principal's Reflections

JUNE 13, 2013

When moving to initiate sustainable change that will cultivate innovation acquire necessary resources, provide support (training, feedback, advice), empower educators through a certain level of autonomy, communicate effectively, and implement a shared decision-making practice. That and being digitally resilient.

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Leadership Professional Development Educational Technology Critical Thinking 292

A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 29, 2013

This attention eventually leads to numerous opportunities in the form of strategic partnerships, authentic learning experiences for students, professional development, school and professional recognition, and educational technology.

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Leadership Professional Development Cultures Educational Technology 287

ED Surge

APRIL 8, 2025

In elementary school especially, teachers often carry math fears picked up during their own education. Its a step in the right direction, says Yasemin Copur-Gencturk, an associate professor of education at the University of Southern California. Its why some instructional coaches have taken on the label math therapist.

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A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 16, 2012

The resulting article described New Milford High School’s many accomplishments pertaining to the use of educational technology to enhance the teaching and learning process. Being a technology leader, in my opinion, meant making sure our computer labs were up to date and available for staff to use when needed.

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Professional Development Pedagogy Cultures Educational Technology 277

A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 6, 2010

In the midst of interviewing candidates for an open vice principal position, calling prospective teachers, and going through mounds of paperwork I managed to make the time to video conference with administrators and educational stakeholders in Virginia, Iowa, New York, and Florida. Boy was I wrong! I NEED THEM TOO!!!! Does this make sense?

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A Principal's Reflections

JUNE 13, 2012

I was recently introduced to an education reform model called TAP: The System for Teacher and Student Advancement that is making really great use of the tablet and mobile platforms to provide teachers with better access to teacher resources with an iPhone or iPad app. apps education reform educational technology'

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Professional Development Educational Technology Public School Education 210

A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 6, 2015

Koole’s (2009) Framework for the Rational Analysis of Mobile Education (FRAME) model provides a more holistic framework for mobile learning. Koole provides a useful checklist that schools and educators can refer to when looking to integrate mobile learning effectively as part of a BYOD or 1:1 initiative. mLearn, 15.

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 26, 2013

Hundreds of educators from over ten different states and Canada descended upon my school last year to learn together and network in an effort to move their respective school cultures down an innovative path. The annual Edscape Conference will once again be held at New Milford High School in New Milford, NJ on Saturday October 19, 2013.

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Professional Development Critical Thinking High School Leadership 240

A Principal's Reflections

SEPTEMBER 9, 2010

Each September I am excited like most educators to get back to business doing everything I can to help students succeed. Don''t get me wrong, the summer months are invaluable to me as I spend my time immersed in the flow of information that my social networks provide, developing action plans, analyzing data, and hiring staff.

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A Principal's Reflections

MAY 5, 2024

As I engage with districts and schools regularly, they frequently inquire about ways to gauge the outcomes and efficacy of their innovative strategies, such as BYOD, 1:1, blended and personalized learning, classroom and school redesign, branding, makerspaces, and professional development.

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ED Surge

DECEMBER 24, 2021

The lasting impact of the pandemic has become clearer as students and educators returned to the classroom this year. And educators, already stretched thin, have been challenged to not only meet all students where they are in their learning, but also support their emotional needs as they cope during a crisis.

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ED Surge

DECEMBER 4, 2024

By creating more flexible, student-centered classrooms, personalized learning empowers students to take ownership of their education, developing the skills they need to thrive both academically and personally. Our professional development was centered on helping teachers move from a teacher-centered classroom to a student-centered one.

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 11, 2012

Principal Sheninger obviously sees that social media and students bringing in their own technology are great educational tools. Unfortunately, many administrators and teachers do not fully understand the value of these technologies. is an Assistant Professor of Educational Psychology at Queens College, CUNY.

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Psychology Elementary School Leadership Professional Development 249

A Principal's Reflections

SEPTEMBER 19, 2012

Hundreds of educators from over seven different states and Canada will once again descend upon my school to learn together and network in an effort to move their respective school cultures down an innovative path. The annual Edscape Conference will once again be held at New Milford High School in New Milford, NJ on Saturday October 13, 2012.

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Edthena

MARCH 25, 2025

Table of Contents Toggle A research-validated AI model for math-focused instructional observations AI feedback for elementary math teachers and beyond Project timeline | AI-powered coaching for math Beyond the hype | Proven instructional coaching solutions for educators How can AI feedback be used in supporting math teachers?

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ED Surge

OCTOBER 30, 2024

I have come to find solace here; yes, these are part of my identity, which I hold dear to my heart — but as I have grown older, I have learned that few people ever see beyond them, including those who I call colleagues and peers in this education system. Who Am I in Education? This system does not allow everyone a seat at the table.

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Leadership Middle School Professional Development Teaching 126

ED Surge

DECEMBER 18, 2023

In a world where technology is evolving at an unprecedented pace, education stands on the cusp of transformation. Imagine classrooms where teachers are empowered by cutting-edge technology and where students don't just learn from textbooks but co-create their educational journey. It's one thing to say: Go learn about AI.

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Education EdTech K-12 Humanities 143

A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 14, 2012

As a social studies teacher, being asked to take a professional development trip to Washington DC is an extremely exciting offer. 21st Century Teaching educational technology New Milford High School Nicolette Perna Rebecca Millan' For more information on this event check out the summary provided by ISTE.

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Digital Promise

OCTOBER 14, 2021

The unique and pressing needs of the ongoing global pandemic accelerated the adoption of education technology and innovations that could support urgent and evolving needs and provide on-demand and flexible learning. higher education) within the state. higher education) within the state.

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