Tag Archives: Professional Development

Initial ISTE Reflection

Posted on July 1, 2016 by

Global Exchange       Just like last year two of my favorite days are the pre-conference offerings of HackEd and the Global Education Day. The Global Ed day reaffirmed what I already knew, students need and want to make connections … Continue reading →

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Twenty Edcamps

Posted on August 16, 2015 by

Yesterday I attended my 20th edcamp! I know this is not a world record, but it still feels like a monumental accomplishment based on what I have gained from the combined experiences. To justify to other teachers why I have … Continue reading →

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A New Year of Goals

Posted on August 12, 2015 by

This year is slightly different than previous years; I actually get to prep for a 1:1 iPad classroom instead of a BYOT environment. I thrived with BYOT, but it did leave some room for improvement with equality (self-explanatory) and consistency … Continue reading →

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Edcamp vs Excuses

Posted on August 9, 2014 by

Here are some of the excuses that I’ve heard for why teachers do not attend edcamp and my responses to why they are making a mistake. Continue reading →

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Edcampgift

Posted on December 21, 2013 by

I have attended 3 years worth of EdCamps and Unconferences at 5 different venues. The memories and learning is hard to describe. But EdCamp is having 12 Days of Edcamp for people around the country to reflect and share. Follow … Continue reading →

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EdCampHome inspired ParentCamp

Posted on July 21, 2013 by

Wow. That simple word summarizes my initial reaction and continuing respect for the organizers of #EdCampHome. I’m a huge fan of EdCamps and have attended in Harrisburg, Philadelphia, and Metro DC. This year I want to get a couple teachers … Continue reading →

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ISTE & BYOT PD

Posted on July 9, 2012 by

This picture was taken at ISTE (with parents consent and with a story). I want professional development for a BYOT classroom to look like this. Purposeful and inquisitive play. The little girl was sitting in front of me during the … Continue reading →

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