K12Leaders is built by educators for educators, as a safe space for K12 teachers, staff, administrators and supporting partners to network and discuss the topics that strengthen education. We have 4 main goals: Online privacy is a critical concern of educators. K12Leaders, our private social network, is designed with a strong respect for the safety…
In the ever-evolving landscape of education, it’s becoming increasingly important for educators to amplify their voices and share their insights with the world. Blogging has emerged as a powerful platform for teachers to do just that. However, we understand that educators are busy individuals, and time is often a precious commodity. That’s where innovative tools…
Is it every week that social media tries to re-invent itself? For all the (valid) dissatisfaction we seem to have with the social networks we’ve relied on for the past several years, it’s clear that we are also (justifiably) suspicious of the “next new thing.” But, as we pointed out when we launched K12Leaders last…
A Gateway to the Future of Education In the swiftly advancing digital landscape, incorporating 3D interactive content into mainstream education represents a pivotal transformation and a requisite evolution. The academic syllabi must be metamorphosed to incorporate these technological advancements as we navigate a new educational epoch driven by AR, VR, and spatial computing advancements. Utilizing…
We as educators must strive to create a supportive learning environment for the students and their families by providing them with the necessary resources and guidance to ensure their success. We must create a safe learning environment, where all members of the school community are respected and valued. We must welcome and encourage parental involvement…
Are the digital literacy efforts in your district as strong as you would like them to be? A survey conducted by Pew Research Center in 2022 found that 97% of teens use the internet daily, and 46% use it “almost constantly.” When online, teens can be exposed to thousands of media messages – some requiring…
Our family was fortunate to visit Athens, Greece this summer, where you cannot help but reflect on Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, and thinking in general—even while sweating profusely. These great philosophers lived almost 2500 years ago. They had some similar and some different philosophies, but they were all deep thinkers who inspired others as teachers. Philosophy…
Hello fellow Licensed Professional Counselors! I am in the dissertation phase of my PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision through Capella University. Throughout this program, my interest in advocacy that counselors can engage in has grown significantly and increased my curiosity about the engagement of advocacy in counselors’ roles and barriers to advocacy engagement that…
Artificial Intelligence is building an impressive track record of offering learners with ADHD multiple layers of personalized assistance. Differentiation tools and strategies will continue to play a large role in education as student populations become more diverse and students with special needs are increasingly placed in general education classes. According to aChatGTP Offers Multiple Layers…
Why are over 50 public schools in the US named after Horace Mann?
