Posts Tagged ‘Education’
Addressing Digital Divides in Education: The 2024 NETP Breakdown
The US Office of Educational Technology has released the latest version of the National Education Technology Plan (NETP), which highlights the latest research, classroom realities, national trends, and innovative solutions schools are using to tackle complex challenges. While we think it’s worth the full read, we’ve summarized key takeaways in this blog post for those…
Read MoreSoak Up the Learning and Sunshine: FETC 2024 in Orlando Delivers the Best of Both Worlds!
Exciting times ahead as we start 2024 with a visit to one of our favorite conference destinations! From January 23-26 in beautiful Orlando, FL, our team is eagerly anticipating a week filled with exceptional expert guidance, cutting-edge technology exploration, and a unique community experience at FETC. At Booth #1825, we will be showcasing our professional…
Read MoreForward Edge is a Proud 2023 CRN Solution Provider 500 Award Winner!
In the world of technology, competition is present, and staying ahead of the curve requires innovation and expertise. It is with great excitement to announce Forward Edge as a proud winner of the CRN Solution Provider 500 Award. This recognition shows Forward Edge’s dedication to delivering exceptional solutions and services to schools all around. The…
Read More70 Newly Certified Coaches Set To Impact Instruction This Fall
This time last year, we (myself and Dr. Katie Ritter) were just beginning to discuss what a Coach Certification program might look like with Rod Carnill (Executive Director) and Emily Heller (Board of Directors) through VSTE, Virginia Society of Technology in Education. One year later, this small passion project has turned into a multi-state program…
Read MoreFourth-Camera Coaching
Garry Marshall has directed popular TV sit-coms like “Happy Days,” “Laverne and Shirley,” and blockbuster movies like “Pretty Woman” and “A League of Their Own.” But he struck gold in 1978 when he cast Robin Williams in a new series, “Mork & Mindy”. The show was a vehicle for Mr. Williams to do his thing…
Read MoreThe Importance of Reflection in the Coaching Process
Supporting teacher reflection and growth is an essential part of the coaching process. Reflection helps teachers to identify areas for improvement and develop action plans for growth. In this article, we will discuss the importance of reflection in the coaching process and provide strategies for supporting teacher reflection and growth. We will also share examples…
Read MoreAdvice That Would Have Helped Me in My First Year of Coaching
As the school year comes to a close, it’s a natural time to reflect back on the year. For me, I’m closing out my second year as an instructional technology coach in a K-12 district with almost 4,000 students and over 350 educators. Here are three pieces of advice for any new coaches looking ahead…
Read MoreWhy Classroom Management Should Be a Top Coaching Priority
“As a coach, I can help a teacher design an awesome and engaging lesson, but if the structures aren’t in place for good classroom management, that lesson can flop quickly.” Classroom management is not a new topic- in fact, you probably had at least a unit dedicated to it in your teacher prep classes, however;…
Read More“Reignite Your Passion for Teaching” – A Yearlong Webinar Series Recap
Hey there, amazing educators! Over the past year, we embarked on a yearlong webinar series entitled “Reignite Your Passion for Teaching.” Our goal was to support teachers who were struggling to adapt to the realities of teaching post-COVID and help them rekindle their love for teaching. We divided the series into three focuses: improving connection,…
Read MoreMaster your To-Do List with the Eisenhower Matrix
Master your To-Do List with the Eisenhower Matrix “My list is long and growing!” “How will I EVER get through all of this?” You are already feeling overwhelmed and have no idea where to start. It should be simple, right? Just take one step at a time, look it all over, prioritize what needs to…
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