If you are reading this, you already know that the world is changing, and you know that as a leader in education you need to be connected. But where do you start?
This month, OSSEMOOC is taking you from beginner to connected in 10 minutes a day.
In education, we work long hours, and boundaries between home life and work can blur. We know we need to learn, but finding the time is challenging.
If you can commit to finding 10 minutes to connect each day in November, we will help you establish some habits of connecting, creating and sharing that will start you on the road to becoming a connected leader.
So let’s begin!
If you feel a bit unsure when it comes to technology, here is a great place to start working on your mindset for learning.
The next video is old (2008) but still relevant as we consider why taking the time to learn to be a connected leader is critical to the success of our students.
Now in our remaining three minutes, let’s consider the video that supports Ontario’s renewed vision in education (follow the link in green). What are the needs of our students in today’s world?
Video transcript:
“I’m an Ontario student, and my world is constantly changing.
I live in a world where technology is everywhere.
I can connect with a friend in another part of the globe, just as easily as I can with a friend down the street.
When I graduate high school, I will enter a world that is more competitive and connected than ever before.
My education will prepare me for that world.
My school will be a place where my friends and I can be successful, regardless of where we come from.
A place where we are inspired to learn by engaging teachers using new technology.
Our diversity will not be a barrier, but rather a reason for our success.
We will develop the strength of character to overcome obstacles and be resilient, whatever comes our way.
We will feel safe and welcome, and know that our well-being is supported inside and outside of school.
We will be the innovators, community builders, creators, skilled workers, entrepreneurs and leaders of tomorrow.
As an Ontario student, I will achieve excellence.”
In your last minute for today, consider the reasons why it is so important for education leaders to own their own learning, and to connect with other educators online. Perhaps some of the resources posted below will be helpful to you.
Learning through online videos is just one of the many ways you can direct your own professional development.
Check back here tomorrow as we start looking at how Ontario education leaders are making their thinking and learning visible.
Stay connected!
Further Resources:
Connected Educators, Leaders and Schools
Why do our students need connected leaders?
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