Yesterday I had a chance to participate in a Google+ Hangout on Air on the topic of How Do We Shift Teacher & Leader Practice with Outcome-Based Badges? Ben Wilkoff did a great job convening a panel of thoughtful educators and leading a lively discussion! For some time now, I have been looking at ways we can honor the professional learning that teachers get through non-traditional means, such as Twitter-chats, Webinars, and other informal learning. I see badges as providing incentive and opportunities for staff as we move forward. Some of the key points mentioned in this session that resonated with me were: Teachers value choice "Badging is a celebration of diversified learning!" Badges can have different levels ( Low, medium and high example from Khan Academy .) Reflection and sharing take this learning from a "low level" badge to high Round Rock Model moved to a business mindset where teachers/administrators in need of professional learning ar...
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