Adapted from Johnny Hamilton in the same title
We need New Rules in Teacher Training because the game has already changed. The widespread adoption of technological advancements in schools have reached a tipping point. These new tools open a world of possibilities in transforming education and professional development. These tools also change the rules about how training can be delivered– resulting in increased efficiency and effectiveness.
Rule #1
Technology is a Tool-Transformation Requires Training
- Training Through the 4 Levels of Technology Integration
- Traditional Teaching: Analog Tools
- Level 1: Digital Skills
- Level 2: Curricular Integration
- Level 3: Research and Theory
- Level 4: Transformation
Rule #2
Take Training into the 21st Century– It’s Time to Go Hybrid
- On Site Training
• Peer Mentors
• Certified Trainers
• Training & System Consultants
• Meetings (Grade/Subject Level, Staff In service)
• Conferences & Workshops
- On Demand Training:
• Online Text, Video Tutorials, and Assessments
• Downloadable Sample Files and Guides
• Discussion Forums
• Learning Management Systems (LMS) & Courses for Continuing Education Units (CEU)
Rule #3
Move Beyond Words & Pictures— See What Video Can Do
- Types of Videos
Screen Capture
2 Cameras
Rule #4
Convenience is King— Any Time, Any Place, Any Pace
Rule #5
Three Letters That Will Save Time and Money— LMS
- Learning Management Systems
A Learning Management System, or LMS, is an online tool that can deliver training in a highly efficient manner. The training material is uploaded and hosted on a server so that users can access it anywhere via an Internet connection. Users log in and access the training material in a variety of formats such as text, graphics, video, discussion boards, quizzes, and more.
Rule #6
How to Get Funding for Training— Even in This Economy
Rule #7
Get More Out of Training Than Knowledge— Get Credit
Note: Johnny Hamilton is Co-Founder & Director of Training, 21st Education Solutions® LLC
