I just flew in from Niagara Falls and, boy, are my arms tired. Yeah, I know, it’s an oldie but I think a goodie. Henny Youngman?
Anyway, it was a day of planning for the Bring IT, Together Conference with my co-chair Cyndie Jacobs and we’re excited about the event. It’s a chance to bring together Ontario educators for three days devoted to technology and, of course, a chance to catch up with some of the Ontario Edubloggers. They’re always talking about something – here’s some of what I read this week.
A million thank you’s all the way from Greece!
Joanne Marie Babalis checked in reporting “a million” from her online presence. I’m not sure if it’s hits or followers but that’s certainly a big number so congratulations.
Of course, the goal once you hit a million, is to hit two million so click through and add to her numbers!
“Boom! That just happened” – My Experience at the Google Teacher Academy
I remember my first look at the Google Campus. I’m sure that my chin had hit the ground hard and was dragging.
Read about Rolland Chidiac’s experience here. He shared 10 things that stuck with him after his visit to the Google Teacher Academy.
Things We Learn From Our Students
Lorraine Boulos shared an interesting take on a guest blogger for her blog. She asked a retiring teacher to share some thoughts. So, Mark Whinton penned three things learned from students.
It’s amazing advice as we head into the 2014-2015 school year.
Sadly, not everyone is listening. Kudos to those that are.
When is something worth writing about?
I really enjoy reading the leadership thoughts from Sue Bruyns. Reflection has always been job #1 for me – I think it lets you learn from the present and plan for the future. With social (and traditional) media, there is no shortage of places to write and share your thoughts.
As Sue expertly notes….
Maybe the question isn’t “When is something worth writing about?” but “When is something not worth writing about?” There certainly is the public forum and there are no shortages of readers. There’s also the private domain and that can be just as rewarding.
If it’s not memorialized somehow, it may just get lost forever.
Readers, this has been a wonderful week of reading and reflecting. Thanks so much for continuing to share, think, learn, and grow.
Please take the time to check out these posts and the entire collection of Ontario Edubloggers.
And, most certainly, all the best next Tuesday.
doug --- off the record 