Year: 2014

Redesigning PD

Crafting Authentic EdTech PD & Cultivating Community Conversation: Climbing the SAMR Ladder

Written by Shelley Thomas

To help our students and faculty be at the vanguard of technological development and innovation, we must bolster access to tools, support, and educational opportunities that are both robust and revolutionary. In my role as Director of IT, one of my prime directives is to provide authentic, meaningful, and practical EdTech Professional Development to faculty — PD … Continue reading “Crafting Authentic EdTech PD & Cultivating Community Conversation: Climbing the SAMR Ladder”

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Open Badges: New Pathways and Storytellers in Education

Written by Shelley Thomas

Recently I attended “Badges for Learning: Creating your own path”, a MaRS Best Practices event about the future of badges in education and their implications, not only for individuals, but also for innovators in the sector. On the panel were notable reps from organizations presently pushing the boundaries of how knowledge is accredited in the open … Continue reading “Open Badges: New Pathways and Storytellers in Education”

Cohort 21

Why Join Cohort 21?: Pirates, Treasure Troves, and Charting White Water

Written by Shelley Thomas

What is it about September? Anticipation comes with a new year, a new class, new friends, and new beginnings. September is about Promise and Possibility. Teachers, parents, and students all have a light in their eyes in September. As teachers, we are full of new ideas, good wishes and intentions for the start of another school year.  We are … Continue reading “Why Join Cohort 21?: Pirates, Treasure Troves, and Charting White Water”