What an adventure and what a way to kick of my Ed. D! So, what have I learned? 1 Stay Current at All Costs My goal is to explore a new technology that I can try to incorporate into my work, play, or life each month.

Summary and Reflections on the Past 8 weeks. I have really enjoyed exploring the topics of technology and leadership over the last eight weeks. Technology is part of my everyday life both professionally and personally. Following is a summary of the topics I feel most impact my work that I have explored over the past two months. The flattening of the world. Friedman, 2007, p. How can web based tools improve communication, work flow and productivity in schools? .

Can we work together now? June 21, 2013. As technology evolves and changes, leaders must also change the way they lead. One of the major ideas that pervaded my learning over the past few weeks is that the old style of leadership autocratic and all-knowing will not work in the flattening world of technology. This question needs to be asked on every level of the organization and outside the organization. Thus, the new leader has to involve every stakeholder from the bottom of the organizati.

Writing a blog has been a new adventure for me. My final blog for this class is actually a list of advice and reminders for myself. Connect with and learn from others. Capitalize on the technology expertise not only of the IT staff, but the first year teacher as well. Build digital connects across school districts and other disciplines to stay current. Be proud to be a life-long learner. Recognize that expertise comes from multiple sources in our flattened world.

This blog focuses on leadership and education. Harvard Business Review, January. How to Adapt to Changes at Work with Technology. Strategic Planning for Technological Change. Social Media Ethical Concerns for Education.

Three eras of knowledge management. A framework for social learning in the enterprise. And many of the products Corning.

I think leaders have to strike a balance and realize that down time is needed to recharge the body and mind. Leaders also have to be continually learning and engaged with technology, making it a career if not lifelong pursuit. The Atlantic Monthly , pp. Technology and the Agile Leader.