ED Surge

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

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. Many of these kids (falsely) believe that there is nothing their teacher can teach them that they cannot discover online. That, of course, comes with drawbacks.

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A Principal's Reflections

JULY 15, 2013

It is a distraction to the teaching and learning process. It also teaches them about how social media can be used responsibly, to support learning, and as a professional tool. Social Media is bad and has no place in education. Worse, teachers will spend countless hours “socializing” instead of educating. What about you?

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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. Develop appropriate support structures that align with current Acceptable Use Policies. Treat students like 21 st Century adolescents.

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