Category Archives: Talking

Beyond Effectiveness: the Zen of Flow and #MagicofPage18

Posted on October 14, 2015 by HJ.DeWaard

Twitter chats are fast and confusing. They flow around questions and sometimes connect ideas.  That’s what happened last night when the topic focused on ‘what do we mean by learning?’.  Participants sometimes bounce ideas into the flow of the diverse collections of conversations. It’s only … Continue reading →

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An ‘inuksuk’ moment – listen deeply

Posted on September 28, 2015 by HJ.DeWaard

I’m sharing this inuksuk for those who may find it. It holds meaning and importance. It is created from my own experiences and a moment in time that has importance for me. On the Canadian landscape there are many of these … Continue reading →

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Conversations build Connections

Posted on September 22, 2015 by HJ.DeWaard

Sometimes it’s tough to travel. You just can’t get to meet people, have conversations, join together to play with new tools or even just hangout to talk. Teachers need this time more than anyone. Sharing ideas, tips, tricks, resources, and … Continue reading →

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It’s only human!

Posted on September 17, 2015 by HJ.DeWaard

Can’t help it – it’s only human. I am honoured and feel humbled when being commended for work I’ve done. Sharing my thoughts in digital spaces has resulted in many opportunities to feel gratitude and gratified for those who take … Continue reading →

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The Expert Within

Posted on September 16, 2015 by HJ.DeWaard

Roles for educators are changing. There’s no doubt about that. The shifts are dramatic and many teachers, professors, instructors, course developers or content providers find it hard to find their way or share their voice. If you don’t understand your … Continue reading →

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Catalysts

Posted on August 28, 2015 by HJ.DeWaard

Teachers activate learning. They are catalysts for ideas and concepts. With a thoughtful question or timely prompt, they set thinking into motion. This spurs action from their students – actions in thought or physical tasks. In the truest scientific sense, … Continue reading →

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Stories and Spaces within a #blimage challenge

Posted on July 21, 2015 by HJ.DeWaard

One image can generate a story. One image can define a space. This is true of physical places and digital spaces. We learn to recognize a story or space from one image, icon, logo, or representation. Think of an image … Continue reading →

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You are Welcome

Posted on July 10, 2015 by HJ.DeWaard

Welcome! As the Pan Am and Parapan Am Games are set to start today in Toronto, it brings to mind the notion of hospitality and how people are made to feel welcomed into a physical or digital space. Are there commonalities … Continue reading →

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