Learning is Change

This has got to be one of the most empowering kickstarter projects I have seen in a while.

Makes me think that the “hour of code” next year might look a bit different.

What do you think, Jessica Raleigh?

Has anyone else seen this report on the value of digital badges for adult learners?

Is it propaganda for badges or is it a real assessment of the future of certification for teachers?

I found this new report today on the value of Digital Badges for adult learners. I wonder if we might need to take a look at our certification structures in relation to badges. What do you all think?

http://lincs.ed.gov/publications/pdf/AIR_Digital_Badge_Report_508.pdf//cdn.embedly.com/widgets/platform.js

What do you think about this video on positive and negative feedback? How do you choose what kind of feedback to give teachers?

http://youtu.be/1tSqSMOyNFE//cdn.embedly.com/widgets/platform.js

What do you think about this video on giving positive or negative feedback?

How do you decide which to give in a post-observation conversation?

This is by far the most engaging online community of practice I have seen. The level of discussion in here makes me want to collaborate and to create with each of you.

The introductory question that I have posed to every new member of this community is this: what does personalized professional development mean to you, and how do you personalize your own learning?

Please come and look at some of the discussion starting here around personalized professional learning. Add if you have the time, but definitely come and lurk. Good things are afoot.