The last few weeks have been very exciting. Just last week I found out that my application had been accepted to become a Microsoft Innovative Education Expert. I have been chosen as one of 4000 others in the UK. This achievement is the first significant computing achievement so far in my teaching career. My workings with Microsoft began with Stuart Ball @innovativeteach who has been a great colleague. (Thank you)
Microsoft have been working hard on their Education website to provide teachers with online training in a variety of different subjects. By using the hashtag #mecclub education professionals have shared their progress with courses that they have taken. A major plus with the online training is that it can be in your own time. Manageable amounts that suits the amount of time the teacher has makes it a very flexible way of completing a qualification. Join in and see what you can learn by using the hashtag #mecclub.
Part of the process when becoming a MIEExpert involves Skype conversations over the year. The first Skype conversation focused introductions and also the impact that twitter can have on teaching and using it effectively to help development. One particular speaker focused on not just following particular types of people but having a wider focus so it gives a wider knowledge.
I look forward to much for exciting things to do with Microsoft as the year progresses.
Microsoft have been working hard on their Education website to provide teachers with online training in a variety of different subjects. By using the hashtag #mecclub education professionals have shared their progress with courses that they have taken. A major plus with the online training is that it can be in your own time. Manageable amounts that suits the amount of time the teacher has makes it a very flexible way of completing a qualification. Join in and see what you can learn by using the hashtag #mecclub.
Part of the process when becoming a MIEExpert involves Skype conversations over the year. The first Skype conversation focused introductions and also the impact that twitter can have on teaching and using it effectively to help development. One particular speaker focused on not just following particular types of people but having a wider focus so it gives a wider knowledge.
I look forward to much for exciting things to do with Microsoft as the year progresses.