Stepan Mekhitarian Essential Blended Learning PD Planner

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Foreword by Michael Fullan."One of the best new Professional Development books."BookAuthorityDrive student learning with the best of both worlds!Transition back to school with a comprehensive PD plan that leverages the best of distance learning and classroom instruction. Distance learning, despite its myriad challenges, has spotlighted innovative instructional practices and created an opportunity to fundamentally rethink how the traditional classroom works.In this timely, crucial book, Dr. Stepan Mekhitarian constructs a framework for a task force of teachers and leaders to establish an effective blended learning program that capitalizes on the capacity and skills teachers have built while teaching remotely. An innovative blended learning model effectively implemented across school systems will positively impact equity and access for all students. In addition to Blended Learning for Social Justice sections, readers will find Ideas for Professional Development sessions for sharing strategies and topics with teams Distance Learning vs. Blended Learning sections to help transition various strategies between environments Figures, templates, and tech tips to aid in implementationLearn how to create a powerful learning experience for students that fosters collaboration, engagement, and rigorous learning experiences by combining instructional technology and the best of traditional classroom practice.