2013 Edublog Award Nominations

Often we go about our everyday business in our world of education without giving a thought to thanking those who have inspired us each day. Today, as we move at the speed of light, it’s nice to slow down just enough to recognize those who are doing great things in the area of Social Media.

Well, thanks to edublog (www.edublogs.org), it is time for the 2013 Edublog Awards (www.edublogawards.com ). Recognizing exemplary work in the arena of blogging is something they’ve been doing for nine years.

I am nominating the following blogs for this award:

·        Best Teacher Blog: @venspired  / Venspired.com   By Krissy Venosdale

·        Best Ed Tech Blog: @2Guysshow  / Twoguysandsomeipads.com  By Brad Waid and Drew Minock

·        Best Administrator Blog: @ideaguy42 / aprincipalspeaking.com  By Bob Dillon

Look for the voting to open soon. Let’s recognize these innovative educators.

The Twitter-Preneur

From the beginning of time we have had entrepreneurs. Most recently we were introduced to “teacherpreneurs”…and indeed we also have TwitterPreneurs. These lead learners are blazing a trail through 21^st century learning and on a daily basis they are embracing best practices within the Social Media framework. These advance-thinkers are “branding” new ideas each and every day. They are boldly going where no educator has gone before…

As a classroom teacher, the Twitterpreneur is… using a PLN to further advance an understanding and application of advanced applications of technology. They are reaching out to find the latest innovation that will help inspire, encourage, and engage student learners. These Twitterpreneurs are leading out chats, blogging about their discoveries, and hosting podcasts. They help empower those around them to also embrace the power of Twitter. Innovative Apps are the norm in these classrooms! Finally, these leaders are transforming the classroom experience for our students.

As an Administrator, the Twitterpreneur is… leading by example with research, blogs, and support of teachers and staff with the transition into Social Media. Administrators are also lead learners who are promoting the significance, importance, and necessity of Twitter and Social Media in the 21^st century educational setting. They are leading out online book studies, hosting chats and podcasts. They are challenging their peers to join them in this journey. They are Twitter pioneers. Finally, these leaders are transforming how their schools and districts view and use Social Media as an educational change agent.

It is time to advance the positive power and understanding of Twitter and how it can positively impact learning today. Are you a Twitterpreneur? Tell me about your innovative work!