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What Educators Need to Know about Generation Alpha

ED Surge

As I learned more about the attributes of the youngest generation, I began to think about the implications for educators. I’ve spent two decades as a literacy specialist coaching teachers and providing professional development and I’ve seen a lot of transition in the field. I had questions and I wanted to know more.

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Sensible Learning

A Principal's Reflections

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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It is Time For Schools to Seriously Consider BYOT

A Principal's Reflections

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.