In most professions, you must stay current. Can you imagine going to a doctor that doesn't keep up with the changes in practice and medicine? Me either, and in my mind, I wouldn't want to be in a classroom that the teacher doesn't stay current either. I believe that staying current is a requirement in my position. How can I help teachers integrate technology effectively if I don't know the current research, how to use the latest devices, know how to find the right applications, and blend pedagogy with technology?
So I rely on my PLN to help. I encourage you to do the same. You don't have to be on social media 24/7 to gain knowledge and insight. Dip your toe in the stream when you can, follow people that will challenge you/teach you, and read blogs of the leaders in your field. In addition to this blog, my contact information can be found by clicking the links below.
http://www.linkedin.com/pub/teresa-thomassen/13/910/b97
http://www.pinterest.com/tthomassen/
https://plus.google.com/118300047358151821514/posts
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