tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8026687861467318433.comments2022-10-15T07:47:40.029-04:00Mr. Cordery's Blogjcorderyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14606687725457750201noreply@blogger.comBlogger108125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8026687861467318433.post-57272211832061974472022-10-15T07:47:40.029-04:002022-10-15T07:47:40.029-04:00Thhank you for sharingThhank you for sharingCheektowaga Stone Contractorshttps://www.stone-professionals.com/us/stonemason-new-york/cheektowaga-stone-contractors.shtmlnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8026687861467318433.post-84790585314908301142022-05-01T20:50:34.902-04:002022-05-01T20:50:34.902-04:00Thank you foor thisThank you foor thisNorahhttps://www.norablack.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8026687861467318433.post-74406315045782867232017-02-12T17:50:18.101-05:002017-02-12T17:50:18.101-05:00Jim,
As a former coach, I love that saying that t...Jim,<br /><br />As a former coach, I love that saying that the name on the front of the jersey is more important than the name in the back. Wish I would have known that saying back in the day! Appreciate the insight and the share!<br /><br />JonJon Wennstromhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13953279088419504430noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8026687861467318433.post-39406909234537878242017-01-22T20:14:35.772-05:002017-01-22T20:14:35.772-05:00Jim,
Your post made me think of this quote: "...Jim,<br /><br />Your post made me think of this quote: "One of the truest signs of maturity is the ability to disagree with someone while still remaining respectful" Dave Willis. I'll be honest, this has been a hard time for me as well. When emotions and beliefs collide there can be real division that is not easy to mend. But as you said, when we "let go" of some of that anger, it can be freeing. Thank you for sharing how you dealt with something that many of us are facing!<br /><br />Jon<br />Jon Wennstromhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13953279088419504430noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8026687861467318433.post-24085792621898591842016-12-08T03:27:20.283-05:002016-12-08T03:27:20.283-05:00Jim,
I love that you remind us to keep the learne...Jim,<br /><br />I love that you remind us to keep the learner in mind when doing PD, but more importantly to keep students in mind when presenting lessons. Why wouldn't we want to give our students the same considerations we want when receiving PD? Thanks for sharing! <br /><br />JonJon Wennstromhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13953279088419504430noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8026687861467318433.post-21521430316160077892016-10-18T21:27:53.309-04:002016-10-18T21:27:53.309-04:00Thanks for the post Jim. While I'm sorry you d...Thanks for the post Jim. While I'm sorry you didn't get the admin job you were trying for, it sounds like you are really making a positive impact on the students that you are working with. The positive notes are a wonderful idea and as you said, it doesn't take much time to make s big impact! Keep up the great work<br /><br />JonJon Wennstromhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13953279088419504430noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8026687861467318433.post-57886192697221804502016-09-27T21:03:24.182-04:002016-09-27T21:03:24.182-04:00Great job Jim! Such great modeling for your studen...Great job Jim! Such great modeling for your students and peers. What a fantastic way for your students to reflect on and demonstrate their learning. Looking forward to seeing what you do with your blog and I may be borrowing some of your ideas!:) <br /><br />JonJon Wennstromhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13953279088419504430noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8026687861467318433.post-46610275061233730062016-09-23T21:53:02.947-04:002016-09-23T21:53:02.947-04:00Jim,
Hats off to you for trying something new and...Jim,<br /><br />Hats off to you for trying something new and for allowing creativity from your students. It takes courage to push the boundaries and I'm certain your students will benefit from it! Thanks for modeling what we should all be doing!<br /><br />JonJon Wennstromhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13953279088419504430noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8026687861467318433.post-54415147696232498432016-09-16T11:36:12.332-04:002016-09-16T11:36:12.332-04:00Outstanding! Admire your courage. Don't let t...Outstanding! Admire your courage. Don't let the naysayers get you down.Gary Kiddhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18048679309347177190noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8026687861467318433.post-80289784553597339472016-08-14T20:54:34.118-04:002016-08-14T20:54:34.118-04:00Jim,
What a great role model you are to your stud...Jim,<br /><br />What a great role model you are to your students and other educators! Creating is the ultimate form of empowering students and as George Couros says, we must move beyond engagement to empowerment. I especially liked your sixth point..."Not really sure how this is going to end up" That's exactly what risk taking is all about. Thanks for living this concept as an educator and as a blogger!<br /><br />JonJon Wennstromhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13953279088419504430noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8026687861467318433.post-44506570950587957022016-07-11T18:39:08.958-04:002016-07-11T18:39:08.958-04:00Jim,
I admire you for practicing what your preach...Jim,<br /><br />I admire you for practicing what your preach. We are always telling people not to stay in their comfort zones, but how often do we do just that? You are pushing yourself and challenging the status quo. Good luck and keep us posted!!<br /><br />JonJon Wennstromhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13953279088419504430noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8026687861467318433.post-71670356194473627732016-05-19T12:06:54.664-04:002016-05-19T12:06:54.664-04:00Jim,
Thanks for sharing! I love Starr's work....Jim,<br /><br />Thanks for sharing! I love Starr's work...always good stuff:) I nearly almost use the term Educator rather than teacher in my blogs, mainly because people may have different titles, but still make a positive impact on our students. This even takes it to the next level! Thanks for sharing and expanding my thinking even more:)<br /><br />JonJon Wennstromhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13953279088419504430noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8026687861467318433.post-4910360223486839052016-05-17T12:01:44.015-04:002016-05-17T12:01:44.015-04:00Jim, I really enjoyed reading your post. I love th...Jim, I really enjoyed reading your post. I love the analogy to squares and rectangles. To add to your list, I would say that educators are continually striving to improve their practice and they engage in authentic professional development with other educators. In fact, I think the word "professional" could be used as a synonym for "educator" in this context. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00415420578084564842noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8026687861467318433.post-14664262255816761212016-04-18T12:24:26.206-04:002016-04-18T12:24:26.206-04:00Twitter has been a great PD tool for me too! I ca...Twitter has been a great PD tool for me too! I can't think of a better learner-driven tool to support teachers and school leaders in their professional growth. You have highlighted so many great points as to why educators should get on board. Jacie Maslykhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03601704759270776796noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8026687861467318433.post-17252149872686957622016-04-10T18:22:35.128-04:002016-04-10T18:22:35.128-04:00Jim,
I think you nailed it when you described Twi...Jim,<br /><br />I think you nailed it when you described Twitter as a culture of learning! It is exactly that in a positive and "just do it" environment. Like you I've grown from the connections made and now you are helping others with your own reflections. Keep up the great work!<br /><br />JonJon Wennstromhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13953279088419504430noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8026687861467318433.post-11297624659702740672016-04-08T22:07:48.437-04:002016-04-08T22:07:48.437-04:00Hooray for Twitter! I like the list you provide of...Hooray for Twitter! I like the list you provide of the ways Twitter has impacted your professional growth; I feel like it might convince a few non-believers to joins us on the dark side. Your writing style is open, honest, and engaging. I look forward to reading more of your posts!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00415420578084564842noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8026687861467318433.post-18633566389076286302016-04-06T22:57:07.233-04:002016-04-06T22:57:07.233-04:00Jim,
Good for you for taking on a challenge that d...Jim,<br />Good for you for taking on a challenge that doesn't come naturally to you. Writing is risky business for all of us and for sure makes us all feel vulnerable. I am excited to be apart of your tribe and follow you posts and learn along with you!<br /><br />DebbieDebbie Campbellhttp://www.curiouseducator.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8026687861467318433.post-74696501651373258612016-03-28T19:10:42.528-04:002016-03-28T19:10:42.528-04:00Jim,
I love the assignment and your reflection! It...Jim,<br />I love the assignment and your reflection! It sounds like authentic and lasting learning was happening, and they were engaged and having fun. Love the problem solving opportunities too!<br />AllysonAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08210885672310228408noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8026687861467318433.post-16711147691575396642016-03-26T19:30:38.018-04:002016-03-26T19:30:38.018-04:00Jim,
It's great how you made this relevant fo...Jim,<br /><br />It's great how you made this relevant for your students. Whenever they shop they'll be thinking about their knowledge of percents from now on. Glad to have you as a member of the Compelled Tribe!<br /><br />MollyMolly Babcocknoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8026687861467318433.post-29891483354853364822016-03-25T03:00:13.095-04:002016-03-25T03:00:13.095-04:00Jim
What a great way to make learning fun and rel...Jim<br /><br />What a great way to make learning fun and relevant for your students! I'm sure their finished products will be great. The lesson is already a success as far as I'm concerned! <br /><br />JonJon Wennstromhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13953279088419504430noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8026687861467318433.post-2213817865914389772016-03-15T21:04:02.715-04:002016-03-15T21:04:02.715-04:00There is so much information and it definitely can...There is so much information and it definitely can be overwhelming. I've started filing interesting Tweets, websites, blogs, etc. electronically and constantly pull from these resources when needed. It is great that you embrace new things in your classroom but make sure to process and reflect. This is why I'm so excited to be a part of the Compelled Tribe!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14165573481693760189noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8026687861467318433.post-15793594630959820742016-03-15T20:15:42.363-04:002016-03-15T20:15:42.363-04:00Jim,
I am so glad to be a part of your tribe and ...Jim, <br />I am so glad to be a part of your tribe and learn along with you. We are no doubt at a crossroads with information overload and I think through blogging and reflecting we can help each other discover a few insights that we have grasped that make us stronger as educators. Keep listening to your "tech guy" and trying out the new things he brings to you! (I am one of those tech people and love the teachers that embrace the ideas that are brought forward and give them a try!) #CompelledTribe<br /><br />DebbieDebbie Campbellhttp://www.curiouseducator.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8026687861467318433.post-61995064906574899412016-03-14T17:09:30.308-04:002016-03-14T17:09:30.308-04:00Jim,
I find that great educators do just that-- p...Jim,<br /><br />I find that great educators do just that-- push themselves to try new things and explore new challenges. Sometimes we put ourselves into information overload but only on our path to learning new and better ways to reach our kids! Glad to join this Tribe and looking forward to hearing more from you.<br /><br />JacieJacie Maslykhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03601704759270776796noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8026687861467318433.post-24724658943304975922016-03-13T21:26:36.079-04:002016-03-13T21:26:36.079-04:00Jim,
Thanks branching out once again and joining ...Jim,<br /><br />Thanks branching out once again and joining the Compelled Tribe. Like you, I'm always looking for new things to try to become a better educator and this group will help push your ideas and expand your thinking. Welcome!<br /><br />JonJon Wennstromhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13953279088419504430noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8026687861467318433.post-38355226317181596262016-03-13T20:35:32.882-04:002016-03-13T20:35:32.882-04:00Thank you, Allyson. Have a great week!!Thank you, Allyson. Have a great week!!jcorderyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14606687725457750201noreply@blogger.com