Mark Edwards , Superintendent from Mooresville, North Carolina spoke about Digital Conversion and how his district has transformed learning at COSN15 . They have done this and maintained a #1 ranking in academic results in the state. His book, Thank You For Your Leadership, details more. Here are my notes: Why Digital Conversion? Moral imperative No textbook in 6 years Equity-All students need access Implications Precision-Detailed Intervention Teachers and students have more information about their own learning Competency is evolutional Teachers that were star teachers 5 years ago, if they haven't grown are not as relevant. Creativity and relevance drive productivity Students are making things to demonstrate learning Mashing up Connectivity and collaboration "hum" Teachers are "Learning Conductors!" Personalization Students understand it is about them Second Order Leadership Abundant-Custodians and bus drivers can be great le...
Ideas and Tips on Digital Age Learning from Michael Walker. These thoughts and ideas may not represent the views of my employer.