We all have witnessed very different leadership responses during the pandemic. We saw leaders who wanted to wait it out and continue down the traditional path. Such leaders were most comfortable showing up as they always had as a leader — reserved and in control. They were most comfortable seeking stability and wanting to return to the status quo. But we also saw those who responded differently. We saw leaders who were vulnerable, who were open to listening and acknowledged they might not have all the answers. These were leaders who wholeheartedly embraced the ambiguity and sought to thrive in the uncertain messiness.
Today's learners want and need redesigned learning environments that meet their needs, increase creativity and support the development of global skills. Whether you have a small budget or a big one, better classroom and school design increases learner engagement. In this on-demand webinar from the Expert Webinar Series archives, get five practical steps you can take to improve classroom and school design, and that also allow for creative technology learning environments at all levels.
In many ways, Rhianon Gutierrez did not have a typical education growing up. Born hard of hearing, she learned early on the difference that the accessibility of educational content can make. Every time she evaluates or creates educational content, she focuses on five simple ways to make it more inclusive.
The ISTE Standards for Educators Leader Standard 2b states: Advocate for equitable access to educational technology, digital content and learning opportunities to meet the diverse needs of all students. Hear how Jorge Valenzuela, through working on the requirements for ISTE Certification, is using the ISTE Standards to help him be more inclusive of all learners in his classroom and the professional development sessions he facilitates.
In this recent Ed Influencers podcast, Kumar Garg, managing director and head of partnerships at Schmidt Futures, discusses a host of initiatives designed to strengthen STEM career pathways. He also breaks down some big ideas in education like learning engineering and educator researchers, and explains why these concepts are more important than ever before.
Principals Can Audit ISTE Certification for Free! Interested in test driving the ISTE Certification? Audit for free when you register two or more of your teachers or coaches before August 30 for any cohort starting in 2021. Complete this interest form. By auditing, you’ll be supporting your teachers through their journey and see how the ISTE Certification can help you achieve your school goals.
Higher-Ed Instructional Designers and Leaders: Expand Your Professional Network With ISTE Loop ISTE Loop is a powerful professional networking platform that matches educators with colleagues they haven’t met yet for one-on-one video chats. It’s like running into someone new at a conference and finding out that you share all sorts of professional interests, but it runs right from your inbox. ISTE maintains two special Loop cohorts for higher-ed instructional designers and leaders: If that’s you, fill out this form to join your community!
Check Out the Latest From ISTE Seal of Alignment Awardees ISTE’s Seal of Alignment program recognizes resources with proven alignment to the ISTE Standards. CodePKU has renewed its Seal of Alignment with the ISTE Standards for Students. Microsoft Fundamentals and Microsoft Office Specialist have earned Seals of Alignment with the ISTE Standards for Students. Learners Edge has expanded their alignment to the ISTE Standards for Students after additional review.
The ISTE Job Board features edtech job postings from around the United States. Could one of these be the perfect opportunity for you?
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