Pinnacle Year 2: Reflection...

Comparing 21st Century Characteristics to Pinnacle Leader Expectations...

"Connected Educator"
A 'connected educator' uses social media resources to network with educators around the globe. Pinnacle leaders are expected to maintain their PLNs through blogging, Twitter, etc.

"Master of Technology"
A 'master of technology' knows when and how to incorporate technology into his/her students' learning. Pinnacle leaders are expected to use technology daily as 'invisible components' in their lessons.

"Reflective Practitioner"
A 'reflective practitioner' constantly evaluates and modifies his/her instruction to best meet the needs of his/her students. Pinnacle leaders are expected to regularly submit and reflect on classroom data. These reflections guide resource allocation, lesson plans, etc.

"Advocate"
An advocate works with all stakeholders (students, parents, educators, and community leaders) to create meaningful resolutions to educational issues. Pinnacle leaders are expected to be leaders in their school communities.

Source:
http://smartblogs.com/education/2012/06/22/what-21st-century-teacher/

PLNs

"Twitter Infographic"

Are you interested in creating your own infographic? Try http://www.easel.ly/ (FREE website).

Pinnacle Year 2

ELA Common Core

If you are interested in finding ELA Common Core resources to use / adapt for your grade level, then try exploring the following website!

http://t4.jordan.k12.ut.us/cbl/index.php?option=com_content&task=section&id=11&Itemid=39

Flubaroo

If you administer assessments through Google Forms, then "Flubaroo" is for you! This easy-to-use tool allows teachers to immediately grade Google Form responses, share them with students, and generate reports.

http://www.flubaroo.com/

2nd Semester Pinnacle Project Evaluation Form...

CLICK HERE to access the 2nd Semester Pinnacle Project Evaluation form. My presentation and reflection, as well as my students' artifacts, can be found in the post entitled "2nd Semester Pinnacle Project." A BIG "Thank you!" to the six other pinnacle leaders who will be giving me feedback.

Balanced Literacy Resource: Reading a-z.com

Are you looking for printable, high-quality resources that align with Reading Recovery, Fountas & Pinnell, or DRA levels? Try Reading a-z.com. This wonderful website contains everything from fluency passages to reader's theater scripts. It is a fabulous site if you would like to obtain additional resources for your students to help them grow their reading skills. You have to pay for a subscription...but Reading a-z.com does offer a free trial. =) Click on the link below if you are interested in starting a FREE trial membership. 


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