Prompt 4 - Change Agent by Rachel Humphrey https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5 en-us 2021-09-08 04:31:57 UTC 2021-09-08 05:15:09 UTC hello@padlet.com Change is a process! Be prepared to plan systematically and allow patience in the process. rachelhumphreycsufedtech https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723821247 2021-09-08 04:33:38 UTC https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723821247 BALANCE AS A CHANGE AGENT rachelhumphreycsufedtech https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723822359 2021-09-08 04:34:12 UTC https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723822359 Key takeaways rachelhumphreycsufedtech https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723822713 2021-09-08 04:34:23 UTC https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723822713 Information to provide other change agents rachelhumphreycsufedtech https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723823653 2021-09-08 04:34:54 UTC https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723823653 Not all individuals will accept your strive for change - and that's okay. Expect resistance and supply support. rachelhumphreycsufedtech https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723825837 2021-09-08 04:36:00 UTC https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723825837 Allow the process to have procedures in order for that push for change to be more easily understood by all involved. rachelhumphreycsufedtech https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723827226 2021-09-08 04:36:45 UTC https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723827226 Your passion for technology may not be shared with others - keep your energy catalyzed while supporting the tech needs of those around you rachelhumphreycsufedtech https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723831421 2021-09-08 04:38:55 UTC https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723831421 Every educator is and can reach their full potential as a change educator! rachelhumphreycsufedtech https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723832594 2021-09-08 04:39:32 UTC https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723832594 As change agents, it is imperative to understand the "WHY" behind our work and the vision we maintain for our organization rachelhumphreycsufedtech https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723834094 2021-09-08 04:40:18 UTC https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723834094 Team up with administration to understand the school's technology needs (conduct analysis!) rachelhumphreycsufedtech https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723835942 2021-09-08 04:41:10 UTC https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723835942 Be optimistic and constructive in your journey to make a positive impact on the students and staff rachelhumphreycsufedtech https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723838391 2021-09-08 04:42:26 UTC https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723838391 Know your learners - allow time for pedagogy, practice and beliefs to be established prior to enacting change. rachelhumphreycsufedtech https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723839367 2021-09-08 04:42:57 UTC https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723839367 What is your "WHY?" Always come back to that, despite obstacles and setbacks, or differing opinions. rachelhumphreycsufedtech https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723839651 2021-09-08 04:43:05 UTC https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723839651 Develop key coaching skills - personable relationships with your learners and coworkers rachelhumphreycsufedtech https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723841362 2021-09-08 04:43:58 UTC https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723841362 There will be challenges along the way - and there will be even greater problem solvers, if we choose to rise to the occasion with open minds rachelhumphreycsufedtech https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723843051 2021-09-08 04:44:52 UTC https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723843051 Proactive versus Reactive mindset! rachelhumphreycsufedtech https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723843983 2021-09-08 04:45:21 UTC https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723843983 Change agents should strive to have clear communication strategies and lead by example within their organization rachelhumphreycsufedtech https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723845971 2021-09-08 04:46:23 UTC https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723845971 There are various kinds of approaches for change agents ( Gentle Breeze Approach, Diffusion versus Adoption, Top-Down, Bottom-Up). All have benefits and differences! rachelhumphreycsufedtech https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723848989 2021-09-08 04:48:00 UTC https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723848989 Reference: Making Technology Work In Schools (Green, Donovan, & Green, 2020) rachelhumphreycsufedtech https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723850863 2021-09-08 04:49:00 UTC https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723850863 Question & critique software - Really question: is this technology meeting the needs of my students? rachelhumphreycsufedtech https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723871343 2021-09-08 04:59:30 UTC https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723871343 Find the potential in every individual you support - all are at varying degrees of comfortability with technology. Set realistic goals and accelerate their confidence and drive to attempt something new! rachelhumphreycsufedtech https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723874722 2021-09-08 05:01:21 UTC https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723874722 Reach out for support yourself as a change agent - use social media platforms to connect to other educators driven by technology! rachelhumphreycsufedtech https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723876749 2021-09-08 05:02:17 UTC https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723876749 Understand possible misconceptions or skewed beliefs people have about technology and/or implementation of tech change. From here a conversation can begin. rachelhumphreycsufedtech https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723883603 2021-09-08 05:06:05 UTC https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723883603 Remember the purpose of the technology - how is this benefitting my learners and their needs? rachelhumphreycsufedtech https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723885980 2021-09-08 05:07:23 UTC https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723885980 Understand who you are as a change agent : running small groups after school, conducting research and professional developments, piloting district software, etc. Where can you grow? rachelhumphreycsufedtech https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723894767 2021-09-08 05:12:13 UTC https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723894767 Reflection time: How are you making a positive mark on your grade level, school and district? Are you recognized as a tech leader on campus? rachelhumphreycsufedtech https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723899295 2021-09-08 05:14:41 UTC https://padlet.com/rachelhumphreycsufedtech/7c0o2cox01uowaa5/wish/1723899295