Category Archives: Learning

Writer’s Craft in Digital Spaces

Posted on March 23, 2015 by HJ.DeWaard

I am an avid reader. I look for new texts written by favourite authors. I share books that leave a lasting memory. Great stories transform me. The craft of writing a great story is something I haven’t thought about much. … Continue reading →

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Feedback Please

Posted on March 13, 2015 by HJ.DeWaard

Giving and getting feedback is an essential part of learning. When trying to improve your understanding and actions, it’s necessary to get MORE feedback. Knowing about the feedback process can provide a deeper understanding of it’s purpose and parameters. When … Continue reading →

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What are my options?

Posted on March 1, 2015 by HJ.DeWaard

Agency is about taking control of my own learning. Agency in teaching includes making the right options available for my students. Designing spaces that meet the needs of all students means that universal design for learning principles (UDL) need to be … Continue reading →

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Registration not required!

Posted on February 16, 2015 by HJ.DeWaard

When passionate learners gather together, registration is not required. Participation and interest are essential. A commitment to self-renewal is critical. But registration is not required – just drop-in and learn.  #moocmooc and ‘the hole in the wall‘ are examples. Casual learning, as … Continue reading →

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Stories to bank on!

Posted on January 21, 2015 by HJ.DeWaard

Although I am not a story teller by nature, I am one by profession. Teaching is all about writing a compelling narrative with others. This is a story about opposites that come together to create a positive ending. In teaching, … Continue reading →

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Do IT to Learn IT

Posted on January 8, 2015 by HJ.DeWaard

 Coming back to blogging for my own professional purposes is not easy. Within the walls of the classroom, putting my teaching ‘out there’ for my students to participate and engage with content and activities is easy. Take away the walls … Continue reading →

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OK! Alright already! a new resolution!

Posted on January 6, 2015 by HJ.DeWaard

Sparking the flames for blogging – all it takes is one challenge! Continue reading →

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Ending and Starting

Posted on December 17, 2012 by HJ.DeWaard

It’s been a long process to get to this ending. Even before I reached the end, I realized it was only starting again. What is it, you might ask? No, not a marathon, or even a good book. It is … Continue reading →

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