Superintendents Extending Education Through Technology

Take 8 minutes and watch this story of using technology to improve learning.

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Here is what Palm Beach County Florida is doing. Take some time to explore.

http://vodcast.palmbeach.k12.fl.us/

Despite the goofy terms, like “tweet” and “re-tweet,” Twitter can be a really convenient way to connect with people in your district or to find articles related to professional development. It’s true what they say, Twitter is only as good as the people you follow.

If you’re just getting acquainted with the features of our website you might find this video helpful:

This YouTube video has been sweeping the education blogs on the Web.  In it, a recent college drop-out offers his take on why institutional education needs to redefine itself… with a strong look at why technology matters to today’s students.

What do you think? Is Dan on the right path? What would it take to make this happen at a district level? Leave your thoughts in the comments.

Here is a video of professors of educations talking about the transformational changes that need to occur.

Inspiration: Take a few minutes to watch this presentation given by author Dave Eggers, founder of an innovative tutoring center model. Eggers tells a compelling story for rethinking creativity in public schools.

Watch Dave Eggers’ wish: Once Upon a School