The Examination of Emerging Technologies for Their Potential Impact on Schools

November 8th, 2016

Tech Future
The Examination of Emerging Technologies for Their Potential Impact on and Use in Teaching, Learning, and Creative Inquiry in Schools: The NMC/CoSN Horizon Report: 2016 K-12 Edition – This is an eight-page summary of the 54-page report. In it, 55 experts weigh in what’s coming in the next five years. Use it to see how your school is doing.

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Why Blended Learning is Effective by Kevin Nelson

November 3rd, 2016

Blended Learning
Why Blended Learning Is Effective by Kevin Nelson explains and extolls this type of learning which is trending, especially in schools where every student has a laptop or a tablet device. Be sure to share this with your network so everyone you know gets hip with this important innovation.

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Serious Challenges for School Leaders in 2017 by Sam Jones

October 29th, 2016

FatJoe
Serious Challenges for School Leaders in 2017 by Alicia Baker offers warnings and advice along with some additional valuable resources for anyone involved in education.

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All Tech Minded Deans Should Read These 7 Books by Mary Walton

October 28th, 2016

All Tech Minded Deans Should Read These 7 Books – Being a Dean is no easy feat. There’s a lot of pressure put on you from all sides to make a difference in your role. It’s up to you how you go about defining yourself and that role at your school. If you want some help and guidance, these seven books reviewed by Mary Walton are a great place to start.

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Combining Fun and Education: The Importance of Museums by Vee Cecil

October 15th, 2016

Combining Fun and Education: The Importance of Museums by Vee Cecil explains why museums are important to society and why they should be a centerpiece of education at home and in school.

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