21 Things Every Educator Should Try in 2021
In 2014, I debuted a blog post that was centered around ideas and strategies teachers should try and implement inContinue Reading
Category: professional learning
12 Tips on Making the Most of the Virtual Conference Experience
Let’s face it, Zoom fatigue is real. We have all felt it this past year and the thought of attendingContinue Reading
What is the Future of the Edtech Conference?
The edtech conference holds a special place in my heart for many reasons. It’s where I found my crew ofContinue Reading
10+ Whiteboard Apps for Remote/Hybrid Learning
Being able to demonstrate a topic or understanding using a virtual whiteboard is not a new concept. In the mid-2000’s,Continue Reading
17 Bell Ringer Activities For Remote Learning
We’ve all experienced it recently. That awkward first 2-3 minutes when you launch your online class or meeting and you’reContinue Reading
Because Nothing Can Stop the Learning! An #AltSXSWedu Recap
Last Friday was an upsetting day. The conference I had attended for the past 10 years (SXSWedu) announced it wasContinue Reading
How Prepared is Your School for a Long-Term Pandemic?
It’s been interesting to watch the world react to the COVID-19 pandemic, also known as the “Coronavirus”. In the ageContinue Reading
The Power of an Outside Voice – A Reflection on Professional Learning
I spent the past 21 years in education as a teacher and administrator. During that time I spent a greatContinue Reading
My Professional Learning Nightmare
If you’ve been in education for any length of time, you’ve likely experienced a myriad of professional learning experiences. Conferences,Continue Reading
Mr. Hooker’s Winter Guide for Heating Up Learning in Your Classroom
It’s cold and dreary outside. There’s the smell of snow or musty wetness attached to all your students as theyContinue Reading