ISTE Connects blog 9/16/2016

Time is ripe for large-scale innovation in schools

John Kao, a self-described innovation activist, says today’s education system is ripe for innovation on many levels. In the case of schools, that means supporting ways for young people to practice innovation.

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ISTE Connects blog 9/16/2016

4 tools to help coaches personalize communication

What's a coach to do when tasked with communicating to all types of adult learners? Personalize it! Try these four tools to differentiate your training.

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ISTE Connects blog 9/14/2016

Connect your students to the world

Connect your students to classrooms and experts from around the world. Find resources on the Global Collaboration Day website.

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Sara Hunter, District Technology and Math Specialist, Zionsville, IN
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