Education Leaders Creating effective online teacher training | A conversation with Laura Wilkes
Laura Wilkes (Lucerne, Switzerland) and I discuss the future of online teacher training and how technology can support professional development. We explore the strengths and weaknesses of both online and face-to-face training, touching on the importance of reflective tools, peer feedback, and the use of multimedia in enhancing learning experiences. The conversation also covers micro-credential courses, AI-assisted learning management systems, and the potential pitfalls of the expanding online learning market.
Laura Wilkes, TESOL Pop co-founder and passionate online learning advocate, also offers insights on upcoming trends in EdTech.
Key quotes
“Don’t make the mistake of just using online learning as a library.”
"One of the great strengths of having online self-paced learning is that you can say, ‘You know what, in the morning I'm gonna study because that's when I learn best.’"
"AI assisted LMSs or … make it more personalized and tailored. For example, if you scored so much on a quiz and there's certain areas that you could review, the AI will push that to you to say ‘Hey, I know this was an area of difficulty. Why not review this or try this instead?’"
Links referenced in the show
Effective Professional Development Guidance from EEF
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