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"The most important thing that schools can do is not to use technology in the curriculum more, but to use it more effectively."
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Contributions to Learning - 5315 and 5320
Here we are at the end, but it leads to the next beginning. Reflections on My Journey: Growth, Collaboration, and Lessons Learned Looking...
Melissa Richards
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EDLD 5315 Action Research Outline
Melissa Richards March 24, 2025 I. Action Research Topic As a second grade teacher, I teach with a heavy focus on supporting foundational...
Melissa Richards
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5318 and 5389 Contributions to Learning
This term I was able to participate in courses 5318- Instruct and Design Online Learning and 5389- Effective Professional Learning . I...
Melissa Richards
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5317 Compilation Post
With the ratio of devices to students constantly increasing in today's classrooms, teachers are finding new ways to use technology in...
Melissa Richards
Dec 10, 20243 min read
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Crucial Conversations
Grenny et. al. (2021) boldly claim that the root cause of most human problems is how they behave when disagreements arise from...
Melissa Richards
Dec 8, 20245 min read
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Contributions to Learning: 5304 and 5317
For this term, I am taking 5304: Leading Organization Change and 5317: Resources for Digital Environments. For these courses, I feel...
Melissa Richards
Dec 1, 20243 min read
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Contributions to Learning in 5313 and 5303
A trait of mine that I continue to be complimented on by many of my superiors and peers is my reflective nature. I enjoy reflecting on my...
Melissa Richards
Oct 6, 20242 min read
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Establishing a Growth Mindset for Young Learners
I can help foster a growth a growth mindset in my learners by shifting the focus from grades to effort and progress. Students with a...
Melissa Richards
Oct 6, 20242 min read
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Embracing Change
A theme that was present in this video was accepting change. As educators we first must be able to adapt to our changing environment and...
Melissa Richards
Oct 6, 20243 min read
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Embracing Your Digital Voice: Being a Leader in Your Online Community
All through school, I have always enjoyed projects where I get to put my stamp on things so people get a sense of who I am. Being the...
Melissa Richards
Oct 6, 20241 min read
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Peer Review for Growth
One of the aspects of the ADL (applied digital learning) program that I have grown to enjoy is the collaboration piece. Being in the same...
Melissa Richards
Oct 6, 20242 min read
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COVA for Maximizing Learning
Teaching has changed so much even in the 15 years I have been involved in this profession. When I began my career, many teachers still...
Melissa Richards
Oct 6, 20243 min read
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Who Owns the ePortfolio?
ePortfolios are a great way to showcase student learning. Some people question who is the owner. It does not seem like this question...
Melissa Richards
Sep 15, 20242 min read
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Why the hassle of an ePortfolio?
Honestly, I have never heard of an ePortfolio before joining the ADL program at Lamar University. I didn't really even understand the...
Melissa Richards
Sep 15, 20242 min read
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Reflections on Growing my ePortfolio
I tend to make small tasks overwhelmingly complicated in my head. I can overcomplicate the steps, overthink my vision, then just feel...
Melissa Richards
Sep 1, 20242 min read
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Joi Ito: Want to innovate: Become a "now ist"
I think my biggest takeaway from watching these speakers is to not be afraid to take risks. We need to be comfortable with stretching our...
Melissa Richards
Jul 22, 20242 min read
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