Why are we always waiting for the "right time" to start something? The old adage "there's no time like the present" is actually more fitting for an #InnovatorsMindset. Rumi says "Load the ship and set out." So that's just what I did. Just yesterday, I wrote a blog post, stating: Over time, I’d like to set up a Facebook page and Twitter chat to connect with local educators more. I’ve learned that I don’t need to ask anyone’s permission to do these things, and keep looking/asking. I shouldn’t get discouraged just because some people aren’t interested. Well, I set up that Facebook group last night. It's called the Okanagan Educators group (click link to go to page; then click 'join'). So much for "over time." I live in the Okanagan Valley region of British Columbia, Canada. It stretches from Salmon Arm to Osoyoos, which is a distance of approximately 235 km. There are 5 public school districts and numerous independent schools in this area, but we are somewhat isolated and disconnected. My dream is to help connect educators all along the valley to learn from each other, share resources, inform each other about special events such as wokshops and speakers, create face-to-face meet-ups, and be innovative collectively. "If you do nothing, you lose. Don't be one of those merchants who won't risk the ocean." What are you waiting for?
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3/24/2017 07:52:17 pm
There are some lucky teachers in your area having you trying to help them connect and grow.
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3/25/2017 07:12:40 am
What a great post and wonderful idea to provide the mediums for educators to connect and collaborate. I surely hope that you are successful in your venture and those in your area can meet and learn together. After your group(s) grow you could also consider a centralized meeting for an EdCamp format to get the face to face connections as well. Thanks for sharing!
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Vicki Den Ouden
3/25/2017 01:06:58 pm
Thank you, April! Sometimes I feel isolated in my work but then I realized through the #IMMOOC and Twitter chats that others feel this way too. Just decided to take the lead and see what comes of it.
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Vicki Den Ouden
3/25/2017 01:09:04 pm
Thank you, Mary! That's what I'm hoping for eventually - not just virtual "meetings" but also face-to-face connections. An EdCamp would be awesome!!!
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AuthorVicki Den Ouden is a Learning Disabilities & Reading Intervention specialist in Kelowna, BC, Canada. She love books, photography, and technology. ArchivesCategories |