Ning as PD follow-up - Classroom 2.02024-03-29T11:44:35Zhttps://www.classroom20.com/forum/topics/ning-as-pd-followup?id=649749%3ATopic%3A338942&feed=yes&xn_auth=noThere are pockets of innovati…tag:www.classroom20.com,2009-11-15:649749:Comment:4060102009-11-15T22:38:07.755ZLinda Alexanderhttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/LindaAlexander
There are pockets of innovation everywhere. I use to live in Overland Park and we had some stellar school leaders. I am in Northeast Ohio now and we have some very strong independent schools, which I am involved with as a consortium head. However, I always watch the coasts, both east and west, as the basis of measuring where things are heading. I particularly like the High Tech High system out in San Diego and some of the innovation that is happening in New York City through Joel Klein - the…
There are pockets of innovation everywhere. I use to live in Overland Park and we had some stellar school leaders. I am in Northeast Ohio now and we have some very strong independent schools, which I am involved with as a consortium head. However, I always watch the coasts, both east and west, as the basis of measuring where things are heading. I particularly like the High Tech High system out in San Diego and some of the innovation that is happening in New York City through Joel Klein - the School of One and also a few other novel systems. I try and keep an eye on national and international education trends.... You think so? That is interes…tag:www.classroom20.com,2009-11-15:649749:Comment:4060032009-11-15T22:24:12.377ZSean Nashhttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/SeanNash
You think so? That is interesting to me. I can't tell you how many times I have heard comments about innovation happening even in Missouri. I just find that interesting. Until this past year or so, I hadn't even given that a thought.
You think so? That is interesting to me. I can't tell you how many times I have heard comments about innovation happening even in Missouri. I just find that interesting. Until this past year or so, I hadn't even given that a thought. Oh, no surprise as there is a…tag:www.classroom20.com,2009-11-15:649749:Comment:4059292009-11-15T20:21:21.135ZLinda Alexanderhttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/LindaAlexander
Oh, no surprise as there is a lot of innovation in the midwest. I used to be in Kansas City. Thanks for sharing.
Oh, no surprise as there is a lot of innovation in the midwest. I used to be in Kansas City. Thanks for sharing. I am in Saint Joseph, Missour…tag:www.classroom20.com,2009-11-15:649749:Comment:4059272009-11-15T20:14:06.898ZSean Nashhttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/SeanNash
I am in Saint Joseph, Missouri..... SJSD.
I am in Saint Joseph, Missouri..... SJSD. Amazing! Where are you locate…tag:www.classroom20.com,2009-11-15:649749:Comment:4059232009-11-15T19:54:50.892ZLinda Alexanderhttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/LindaAlexander
Amazing! Where are you located? I like how each school has its own group, too.
Amazing! Where are you located? I like how each school has its own group, too. My school... and most recentl…tag:www.classroom20.com,2009-11-15:649749:Comment:4059222009-11-15T19:49:08.536ZSean Nashhttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/SeanNash
<a href="http://virtualsouthside.ning.com" target="_blank">My school</a>... and most recently my <a href="http://saintjosephschools.ning.com" target="_blank">school district</a> have been working with online networks via the use of Ning. Rather than boast about the benefits, I'll leave it to you folks to given them a scan and see what you think compared to other online PD efforts in schools. I'd certainly love the feedback.…
<a href="http://virtualsouthside.ning.com" target="_blank">My school</a>... and most recently my <a href="http://saintjosephschools.ning.com" target="_blank">school district</a> have been working with online networks via the use of Ning. Rather than boast about the benefits, I'll leave it to you folks to given them a scan and see what you think compared to other online PD efforts in schools. I'd certainly love the feedback.<br />
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<i><a href="http://nashworld.edublogs.org" target="_blank">Sean</a></i> I organized a NING site for a…tag:www.classroom20.com,2009-11-15:649749:Comment:4058612009-11-15T15:48:05.883ZLinda Alexanderhttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/LindaAlexander
I organized a NING site for a group of 13 independent schools in Northeast Ohio only last Monday. I went to a terrific workshop session where Alan November spoke (<a href="http://www.novemberlearning.com" target="_blank">www.novemberlearning.com</a>) and encouraged us to add content that will solicit a "reaction". So, I posted a few youtube videos on the site that are somewhat of a wake-up call to faculty regarding what's on the near horizon. The first video is called the Sixth-Sense, developed…
I organized a NING site for a group of 13 independent schools in Northeast Ohio only last Monday. I went to a terrific workshop session where Alan November spoke (<a href="http://www.novemberlearning.com" target="_blank">www.novemberlearning.com</a>) and encouraged us to add content that will solicit a "reaction". So, I posted a few youtube videos on the site that are somewhat of a wake-up call to faculty regarding what's on the near horizon. The first video is called the Sixth-Sense, developed through research at MIT, and the other is called Social Media Revolution (excellent). I don't know if this will help anyone, but thought to mention this sort of "startle the audience into a response" kind of approach. Hah! We will see how it goes.... I've been sort of "sketching…tag:www.classroom20.com,2009-05-19:649749:Comment:3433052009-05-19T04:13:57.544ZDonellehttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/Donelle49
I've been sort of "sketching out my thoughts on PLNs" and professional development A LOT lately too. Enjoy the discussion. My school is really, really at the beginning stages with maybe only 3 of us blogging (out of 140 teachers). We've had workshops twice a month on web 2.0, blogging, wikis, etc. It just has not taken off. However, the Ning I just started for them a few weeks ago has truly jump-started everything. You should consider trying it. :)
I've been sort of "sketching out my thoughts on PLNs" and professional development A LOT lately too. Enjoy the discussion. My school is really, really at the beginning stages with maybe only 3 of us blogging (out of 140 teachers). We've had workshops twice a month on web 2.0, blogging, wikis, etc. It just has not taken off. However, the Ning I just started for them a few weeks ago has truly jump-started everything. You should consider trying it. :) I've tried Yahoo Groups, Goog…tag:www.classroom20.com,2009-05-17:649749:Comment:3427362009-05-17T01:10:13.415ZDonellehttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/Donelle49
I've tried Yahoo Groups, Google Groups, and another platform. I have to say that I love the Ning model the best. The features are excellent. (More on this in a reply further in this discussion thread.)
I've tried Yahoo Groups, Google Groups, and another platform. I have to say that I love the Ning model the best. The features are excellent. (More on this in a reply further in this discussion thread.) Matt,
Love this idea! You men…tag:www.classroom20.com,2009-05-17:649749:Comment:3427332009-05-17T01:08:14.006ZDonellehttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/Donelle49
Matt,<br />
Love this idea! You mentioned "What if EVERY professional development session was catered to your interests?" That line resonates with me. I just recently wrote a few blog posts about Creating your Own Professional Development. (<a href="http://lifelonglearning20.edublogs.org">http://lifelonglearning20.edublogs.org</a>) We have been having discussions similar to what you speak of at our school. In response, I just recently launched a Ning for this purpose.<br />
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While I was expecting a slow…
Matt,<br />
Love this idea! You mentioned "What if EVERY professional development session was catered to your interests?" That line resonates with me. I just recently wrote a few blog posts about Creating your Own Professional Development. (<a href="http://lifelonglearning20.edublogs.org">http://lifelonglearning20.edublogs.org</a>) We have been having discussions similar to what you speak of at our school. In response, I just recently launched a Ning for this purpose.<br />
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While I was expecting a slow start, I am surprised by how well the staff is receiving it. It's as though they finally have a platform that they feel comfortable using to connect, and they are beginning to contribute and collaborate within the Ning. It gives me chills just talking about it.<br />
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Just this week, I helped two teachers create a similar model to what I created using Ning, for their teachers. They plan to launch theirs on Monday. I plan to write a few blog posts soon about the development and progress taking place. So I don't take up all the space here, you can contact me if you want to talk more. If you would like to chat further to share ideas on encouraging participation, share tutorials/docs, or discuss pros/cons further, feel free to contact me. You can add me as a colleague, send a message, gmail or skype.