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Wednesday, October 1, 2014

Kentucky Connected Educator Dr. Terry Holliday

 Commissioner of Education


  1.  In what ways are you a connected educator?
In addition to the many resources I use that are provided by KDE, I also have a Twitter account, Facebook account, Linkedin account, I blog once a week, subscribe to 4 online newspapers, I get summary digests of national and international stories from 3 sources, utilize Skype and Lync regularly.

  1. How does being a connected educator improve practice?
Educators are always looking for great ideas from other educators. Through the use of many social media tools like our PD360 and other online professional development, educators have access to some of the best professional development in the nation and access to fellow educators who are using innovative techniques to improve teaching and learning.

  1. How does being a connected educator impact you as a professional?
It is important as commissioner that I am up-to-date on national and state issues that impact education. It is also important for me to conect with my peers to learn best practices and discuss issues in education.


  1. What advice or resources do you recommend for teachers becoming connected?
TED talks are a great resource. All of the KDE tools that are provided through CIITS and the many connections provided on the launch page of CIITS take you to great education resources. Khan Academy is a terrific tool for providing a flipped classroom. LearnZillion is a tool for many KY teachers to utilize. The list could grow to 10,000 or more. The best advice is to become part of a connected community of educators so you can learn and share with others the best resources.


Want to participate in Connected Educator Month? Consider:

  • Participating in Twitter chats #Kyedchat Thursday evenings at 8pm EST  
  • Participating in Twitter chats #kyadmin Monday evenings at 9 pm EST

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