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Jason Finley

Why K-12 school districts need a PR strategy and how to build one - 4 views

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    As school choice evolves in Vermont having a PR strategy and "brand" recognition will be a necessity. If a school doesn't define its brand...it will be defined for it. What is yours?
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    "A public relations program must incorporate public engagement, website content development, crisis communication, community partnerships and strategic PR counsel," ... "That's in addition to news media relations and regular publications." I'd add the need for at least one or two Social Media streams. (Twitter, Facebook)
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    "While that sounds like a lot to manage, a good PR program can help you gain support for your district initiatives in some key ways: *Taxpayer support: ... *Demonstrate economic impact: ... *Ensure public engagement: ..."
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    Districts must manage their own PR and push out information through channels it can control, such as websites, direct mail, social media and email." "Social media has enabled anyone to become a 'citizen journalist' with the ability to sway public opinion - regardless of accuracy or intent," said Nichols. "Not only do we need to embrace these new technologies and opportunities, but we must master them to ensure that we can successfully operate our PR programs in all situations." Kleinz adds that today's mobile technology means that school districts must be prepared to respond immediately in a crisis to help manage the situation and ensure that the community receives accurate and timely information."
Jason Finley

7 Qualities of Uber-Productive People - 1 views

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    1. They do the work in spite of disapproval or ridicule. 2. They see fear the same way other people view lunch. 3. They can still do their best on their worst day. 4. They see creativity as the result of effort, not inspiration. 5. They see help as essential, not weakness. 6. They start... 7. ...And they finish.
Jason Finley

Badges for Lifelong Learning - 0 views

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    "A badge is a validated indicator of accomplishment, skill, quality or interest that can be earned in any of these learning environments. Badges can support learning, validate education, help build reputation, and confirm the acquisition of knowledge. They can signal traditional academic attainment or the acquisition of skills such collaboration, teamwork, leadership, and other 21st century skills."
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    Great exploration of types/kinds of badges and badge characteristics/skill set indicators.
Jason Finley

Peer Assessment and Metaphorical Fish | Reflections of a Learning Geek - 6 views

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    Succinct and useful advice on giving feedback which is "kind, specific, and helpful."  With the point being that you need all three to help students progress and learn from their work. Has implications for administration as well.
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    Pulling this back out. One of my favorite blog posts about what I feel makes for the best teachers...giving great feedback. "Learning" should not be a one-off event, it should be a process of feedback and improvement.
Jason Finley

50 Education Leaders Worth Following On Twitter | Edudemic - 5 views

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    If you don't have a Twitter account and you are in education...you NEED one.  I cannot tell you how many people have told me that it is the best and most personalized Professional Development that they have ever experienced...I'd agree.
Jason Finley

The 21st Century Principal: 7 Kinds of Thinking Keeping Your School or District from Tr... - 0 views

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    "Resistors to Change" 1."We've always done it this way thinking." 2."Head in the sand thinking." 3."It's someone or something else's fault thinking."  4."You have to do it this way because policy says so thinking." 5."I'm right and everyone else is wrong thinking." 6."Protect our turf at all costs thinking."  7."Change for Change's Sake thinking."
Jason Finley

Richard Elmore: "I do not believe in the institutional structure of public schooling an... - 3 views

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    "Can schools as we currently know them ever accomplish the mission we've established for them? This week Richard Elmore, one of the nation's most prominent educational thinkers, emphatically shared his conviction that they cannot. "
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    "What I have been emphasizing to my colleagues and to practicing and aspiring school leaders is that thoughtful educators must put themselves at the forefront of this conversation, so that we might play a constructive role in whatever new forms of learning emerge from the ashes of traditional schooling. We must do so in a way that recognizes and embraces these changes instead of fortifying existing institutions that no longer work."
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    "Clinging to dysfunctional models will actually do more damage to our children in the long-run, and so more dramatic shifts of thinking and practice now seem in order."
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    Looking at our efforts and our work as Rowland Fellows...are we providing "palliative care" to our schools? When we think about what we do, our work must embrace true innovation rather than "fortifying existing institutions that no longer work." I feel we are on the right track and am humbled by the work that is being done through this foundation.
Jason Finley

10 mental traits of truly innovative leaders - GeekWire - 2 views

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    Recognizing PatternsPredictingQuestioningCoordinatingMasteringExperimentingDecidingNetworkingPersistenceOptimistic
Jason Finley

More Mindset than Skill Set - 4 views

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    "...it is not about your skill set, but more importantly, your mindset, when trying new technologies."
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    "I don't remember playing basketball, shooting free throws one day, and then coming back and being able to dunk 4 months later. To get better, you have to practice."
Jason Finley

Unleashing Potential, Harnessing Possibilities - 4 views

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    An Odyssey Of Creativity, Innovation and Critical Thinking An Action Research Study By The Ottawa-Carleton District School Board Links to the full report: Unleashing Potential, Harnessing Possibilities, the Executive Summary and the Report At-a-Glance are all worth a look
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    "Under what conditions do healthy and creative individuals and organizations flourish?"
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    "...this work will have a significant impact on improving student achievement and well-being. This work is rooted in the belief that the more the organization recognizes, values and taps into the creative and unique capacities of everyone within and connected (to the school), the greater the opportunity to reach and teach all of the students in our care. This is the imperative in fostering a truly engaged and creative approach to learning and to individual and organizational health."
Jason Finley

The 3 Keys To Designing A Business That Learns - 0 views

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    "...at the structural level, companies need to be constantly reflective, assessing their relevance... And they should expect to constantly change without fear of their own identity--because it's better to be an adaptive (school) than a well-recognized fossil."
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    "The best way to promote change is to constantly challenge talent. And the only way to do that is to never act like the learning process is done."
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    "...by all means ask a team to do something new. But right when you do, make sure to call in experts for roundtable lunches to answer questions. People will be less afraid of change if they know it's expected, and if the (school) provides the right resources to enable it. And those old habits? Let them die.
Karen Budde

68th ASCD Annual Conference & Exhibit Show - Chicago - 3 views

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    Founded in 1943, ASCD (formerly the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development) is an educational leadership organization dedicated to advancing best practices and policies for the success of each learner. Our 175,000 members in 119 countries are professional educators from all levels and subject areas--superintendents, supervisors, principals, teachers, professors of education, and school board members.
Michael Martin

UVM Summer Course: Leading School Transformation (EDLP 380) - 3 views

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    Here's a brief description of a 3-credit UVM course to be offered this summer with links to the 2nd Annual Rowland Conference on School Transformation. This intensive, one-week institute will bring together leaders of school transformation in Vermont schools and connect current transformation initiatives from around the state with the latest research. You can choose the time and location by enrolling at UVM's Summer U here (choose EDLP from the drop-down menu): http://learn.uvm.edu/courselistsummer/index.php EDLP 380 (61346) Jun. 18-22 at Rutland H.S. with Adam Rosenberg EDLP 380 (61348) Jul. 30-Aug.3 at UVM with Mike Martin
Jason Finley

What America Can Learn From Ontario's Education Success - Michael Fullan - National - T... - 4 views

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    Interesting article that makes me think that we don't need to look to Finland for all of the answers. We can look to "The True North strong and free!"
Jason Finley

Finding the Magic: Six Steps to a Collaborative Culture - Collaborative Innovation - 3 views

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    "The ingredients of social and collaboration have become key factors in successfully fostering innovation. But often it's not easy for organizations to transform their approach from single-area silo discussions to open, collaborative conversations."
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    Cooperative Learning is something that not only works for students...it works for adult professional groups (teachers) also.
Jason Finley

Strong Performers and Successful Reformers in Education - 1 views

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    "In today's global economy, countries need high-quality education systems that will teach their citizens the skills necessary to meet the challenges of tomorrow. This series of videos, produced jointly by the OECD and the Pearson Foundation, highlights initiatives being taken by education authorities around the world to help school students do better."
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    Isn't just a Finnish Phenomenon. Pieces are happening Globally. What can Vermont suss out and glean from these?
Jason Finley

What Captures Your Attention Controls Your Life - 4 views

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    Colin, great to meet you yesterday. Here is that article on cell phones and what kids pay attention to that we were talking about. I wonder if you could get the research done by Disney?
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    "A few years ago, DisneyWorld executives were wondering what most captured the attention of toddlers and infants at their theme park and hotels in Orlando, Florida. So they hired me and a cultural anthropologist to observe them as they passed by all the costumed cast members, animated creatures, twirling rides, sweet-smelling snacks, and colorful toys. But after a couple of hours of close observation, we realized that what most captured the young children's attention wasn't Disney-conjured magic. Instead it was their parents' cell phones, especially when the parents were using them." If Disney can't compete with cell phones in the Magic Kingdom...how can we in the classroom? So is the solution to ban...or to integrate? I have mixed feelings on this.
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    Daniel T. Willingham, a cognitive scientist at UVA was really clear about this: if it's important, multitasking is not OK. When we multitask, there is a cognitive cost associated with this that we must pay. He says young brains are better than older brains at this, but only to a point. And that we don't truly multitask, we go back and forth quickly between two tasks. Just today, trying to contrast two poems about Helen of Troy, and in the midst of our work...buzz, buzz, buzz go the text notifications.
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    Colin, I'm not sure what direction your research is heading, but the idea of balancing technology with Mindfulness and being Present is an interesting one that I don't know has been really touched on. Here is a recent article from the NY Times that relates... http://www.nytimes.com/2013/03/23/your-money/mindfulness-requires-practice-and-purpose.html?pagewanted=all&_r=0 "...scans show mindfulness may change the way our brains function and help us improve attention..." Could be a way for students' brains to reset and refocus after using technology?
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    Colin, I would weigh in again on this topic by saying...can't wait to see all of your research! Enosburg may be a good test pool or a place that really will need your findings. As I have mentioned we are a 1-1 Ipad school grades 6 through 12. I also will be interested to see how the larger cultural conversation goes on this topic. I have noticed more cell phone jokes from comedians, more reference to texts in sitcoms and movies as well. AND, as you know, there is and will much more talk about digital addictions. Initial brain-scans connect the pattern to gambling addicts. Interesting stuff! See you soon-
Jason Finley

The Schools of Tomorrow | Seven Days - 1 views

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    Nice article about the work being done by the Rowland Foundation and the Fellows.
Jason Finley

Tony Wagner - 2 views

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    Tony Wagner, of the Change Leadership Group at the Harvard Graduate School of Education, will be the keynote speaker at the September 27, 2012 Rowland Foundation Conference on High School Transformation.
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