September 6, 2012
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It’s the first week of classes for me – and every year it seems that I make it more difficult by trying a new way to review previous material. On top of that, after 18 years of teaching my scribbled … Continue reading
August 28, 2012
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This is the year that I show a commitment to using tech not only to deliver my course, but also to organize myself. When a colleague of mine initially showed me Evernote I was intrigued but sceptical. After all, … Continue reading
August 20, 2012
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While teacher websites appear to be more popular, I have many colleagues who lament the fact that, halfway through a semester, many of their students have never found it. In order to ensure that my students at least know mine … Continue reading
July 27, 2012
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In the age of personal learning and pro-d much is written about the benefit of Twitter and other web-based collaborative forums. At the same time many schools and districts have established programs for new teachers in their schools. But what … Continue reading
July 12, 2012
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I recently decided to take the plunge and put in an application for Google Teacher Academy. As part of the process you are required to submit a video. There’s certainly pressure to be creative – and also meet the 1 … Continue reading
June 29, 2012
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It’s been 4 months since I launched Language Sensei…and at the end of the year (it’s our last day here in Vancouver) the perfect time to sit back and reflect on this relatively new experience. A lot of teachers are … Continue reading
June 25, 2012
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I have attended a lot of conferences lately, through fabulous PLN teachers who are generous in tweeting information (and comments) as they participate. From #flipcon12 to #iste12 and #pbl the array of opportunities out there for me to enhance my … Continue reading
June 11, 2012
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One of the benefits of Twitter for educators has to be the professional development opportunities. By following individuals I have expanded my techniques and teaching tools. There is a further Twitter option – that of the “chat”. As a language … Continue reading
June 4, 2012
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It used to be that the sight of a phone in class, not even mentioning an annoying ringtone (!), was against the rules. Fighting the phone became a constant battle. Then one day I decided to stop fighting and embrace … Continue reading
May 10, 2012
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How do you show people that adopting Educational Technology (edtech) is easier than they think? How do you convince others that doing something they already do, but with a new 2.0 tool IS worth their time? All too often barriers … Continue reading