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K12 Online…wow!

October 29, 2006 | Leave a Comment

I’ve been trying to peek in on the K12 Online Conference over the past couple of weeks, but haven’t found the time I had hoped.  However, I have watched David Warlick’s pre-conference keynote a couple of times.

The first time I saw/met David Warlick was in a formal conference environment (we had a brief chance to talk on a bus drive). He was amazing, rekindling an enthusiasm for learning and the immense potential these instruments have in our classrooms (Just ask any of my colleagues – they hear it every day!!).

But his on-line keynote was even more special…even though he was there then and I was here now (and I watched half at school and the other half in the evening at home) his keynote had an innate sense of intimacy. The way he moved around to illustrate and convey ideas, it reminded me of how kids might send video clips to tell their stories to their Grannie who lives across the country. It was personal and a truly amazing learning experience. I only wish I could have particpated in the on-line discussion.

What a GREAT idea for a conference. Don’t get me wrong, there is still a valuable place for the traditional conference (where else can we share a laugh or two together??!!), but this experiment will surely take its place in the repertoire of learning essentials.

I have been peddling the conference to our staff. Despite their time crunch, I am hopeful that at least some of them might find some time to participate.  I’ll be interested to hear their thoughts.

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