edWeb Case Studies
The edWeb is creating models for how a professional social network can be used to support communication and collaboration in the education community. Here are some examples of forward-thinking initiatives:
ACP (Alternate Certification Program)
Learn how an alternate certification program in Humble, Texas is using the edWeb as part of a blended program that combines face-to-face sessions and online support with the edWeb. Learn more
Mercer County, NJ – edWeb.net Initiatives
Using edWeb.net to promote better communication and collaboration for the Mercer County Leadership Council and Professional Development
edWeb.net is working with Dr. Samuel Stewart, the Executive Superintendent of Mercer County, to create models for how social networking technology can be used to further educational goals and objectives, and improve overall communication within Mercer County, and with other counties in New Jersey. Learn more
Montgomery Township Assessment for Learning Community
An Interview with Erin Peacock, Director of Science Education Montgomery Township School District, Skillman, New Jersey
Erin Peacock founded a community on the edWeb to discuss Assessment for Learning. Read about her experiences using the edWeb to create a professional learning community in the Montgomery Schools. Learn more
Pilot Programs: Chicago Public Schools & Teach for America
Academic Approach Data Use, Curriculum Support, and Professional Development Pilot –
Improving Student Achievement on the Prairie State Achievement Exam
Academic Approach is a test preparation company that offers a new approach to high-stakes test preparation. Its founder Matthew Pietrafetta is rethinking the role of test preparation within education. The edWeb is the online platform that is supporting these two pilot programs. Learn more
Pilot Program on 21st Century Skills
Collaboration and Critical Thinking Skills Pilot: A Year-long Program with the Springfield School District
The district leaders and teachers in the Springfield Township School District (NJ) are participating in a year-long pilot program on collaboration and critical thinking skills that has been developed by Vince Arecchi, the founder of Time To Change. They are using the edWeb as the communication and collaboration platform to provide ongoing, continuous professional development. Learn more
SIIA Community on the State of the Schools
An Education Community Forum Sponsored by SIIA (Software & Information Industry Association)
SIIA has created a community on the edWeb to discuss the State of the Schools in the U. S. SIIA leads advocacy efforts on behalf of schools and lobbies with the education agencies on their behalf. Educators are invited to join and speak up so their voices can be heard. Learn more
The Big Deal Book of Technology—Building Online Community
A Community for Educators to Learn About and Discuss Resources
The Big Deal Book of Technology (BDBT) has created a community on the edWeb to help educators meet new colleagues and to share information on outstanding resources. Learn more
Create your own learning community!
Use the edWeb to create your own learning community. Any professional in the field of education can join the edWeb at www.edweb.net.
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