"Being ignorant is not so much a shame, as being unwilling to learn." - Benjamin Franklin

School / Work Affiliation

Academic Program Manager: Blended Learning and PD

Blog

http://mwacker.blogspot.com

Website

http://about.me/michaelwacker

Twitter / Plurk / Other Account

http://twitter.com/mwacker

About Me

Professionally, I am fortunate to do something I love every day of my life. I am the Academic Program Manager for Blended and Professional Learning in Denver Public Schools. I am also an adjunct professor, and curriculum consultant for Regis University. I am a Google Certified Teacher and Google Apps Trainer. I consult with Ed Tech Team and CUE leading workshops and delivering keynotes around the globe.

My true strengths are in the integration of cutting-edge technology with proven pedagogy. Designing learning opportunities that build upon the key axioms and high impact instructional moves of 21st century learning; the interactions between learners, learner to teacher, and learner to content. It is in these digital spaces that we maximize learning. My ability to work with and achieve results with other adults - facilitating learning in these digital spaces distinguishes me from my peers.

Personally, my faith, family, and fellowship are what drive me and my decisions every day. I am blessed with a beautiful and patient wife, Lora (Mamawack), two awesome kids, a Golden Retriever (Jack) and a Duck Tolling Retriever (Mason). I love that my family shares my passion for the outdoors; hiking, camping, snowshoeing, skiing/boarding, swimming, and riding on things with wheels