Diary of a Digital Learning Coach

Missing my regular posts?  I’m still learning, just sharing in a slower, more poolside way! Follow me over on Twitter or enjoy this curated collection of what I’m currently learning about! Like the simplicity and feel of the resource above?  I used Wakelet and it only took me about 3 minutes to curate!  This would be a great platform for sharing learning resources, building a collection of help tutorials or collaborating! What are YOU learning about this summer?  Let me know in the comments and I will add to my collection!

When I was a kid, nothing was more fun than trick or treating at this time of year.  We knew which neighbors had the best candy, which ones to hit up twice and how to trade when we got the dreaded boxes of Good and Plenty. Learning from a PLN is a lot like trick or treating.  I love that you read this blog and all its "treats" showcasing what I am learning and reflecting on, but if you only read mine, how will you ever know what other delicious bites you might find at the other DLC blogs?   After all, the only person who owns the teaching or learning in your growth journey is you . Which is why this week, we are going blog trick or treating to see what some of my DLC buddies are sharing.   Will you stop by Trisha's blog for a BYTE of learning on Explain Everything? http://bytesineducation.blogspot.com Will you visit Megan's Learn Together post on Schoology, including her "quick wins" for using Completion Rules? https://megankozar.weebly.co...

One of my favorite things about learning is that it can happen any place at any time.  That means that your summer professional learning can look however you design it.   Will you meet a teammate to talk about an article or blog you read over coffee? Will you listen to a new podcast by the pool or the beach? Will you watch a Ted Talk while running on the treadmill? Whatever you choose to do, remember that the summer is a chance for you to rest and relax, and hopefully also allow you to enjoy a slower pace.  I do my best learning when I am not stressed out and do it on my own time.  Consider your school year mantra..."If I only had more time to spend learning about..." My team is offering several structured learning experiences this summer...some virtual, some face to face.  Check out the graphic below to learn about what is available! Image Created in Canva by Megan Kozar There are 2 ways to participate in the  DLC PL Conference h...

This year, our Digital Learning Team is facilitating the creation of mini PLNs (personal learning networks) throughout our district. What is a PLN?  Take a look at this quick video by Marc-Andre Lelande that explains it beautifully! Coppell ISD readers, from January to April of this year, you'll be able to learn with your PLN through a variety of modalities. Your PLN might choose to do a book study, participate in a Twitter chat, meet in person or virtually. The sky is the limit - whatever will help you meet your digital learning goals. Interested?  Visit this form to join a professional learning network by Friday, December 15th. You will receive an email from your PLN facilitator the week of Jan 3rd with next steps on beginning your PLN journey. Have questions? Check in with me! I'd love to talk to you more about how joining a PLN can help you reach your digital learning goals this year! __________________________________________________________...