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Haven Jackson’s Learning Luminary Inspires Innovation!
What is Edge•U Badges?
Edge•U Badges is an instructional learning system designed by former teachers, for teachers, aimed at providing meaningful resources to directly impact student success. Edge•U Badges directly impacts student learning through microcredentials (badges), each crafted to support educators in all areas of technology-based learning. With 300+ badges, the opportunities for expanding your PD are unlimited!
What are Learning Luminaries?
We are proud to highlight our valued partners of Edge•U Badges each month, celebrating their dedication and creativity in utilizing the badges they’ve earned within their instruction. Featured monthly, we are delighted to share the IMPACT of our badges, showcasing the positive outcomes for both educators and their students. By sharing their success stories, we aim to inspire others and foster a community where educators can find support, ideas, and JOY in their professional journey.
We’re thrilled to celebrate Haven Jackson, a first-grade teacher at Jonathan Jennings #109 in Indianapolis Public Schools, as our Edge•U Learning Luminary for October! Haven exemplifies what it means to be a champion of educational technology, constantly exploring new ways to engage students and enhance their learning journey.
Empowering Educators and Fostering Growth
Haven’s impact extends far beyond her own classroom. She actively shares her knowledge and expertise with colleagues, encouraging them to delve into the world of Edge•U Badges. By promoting these badges, she empowers other teachers to discover innovative tech resources and refine their digital teaching methods. This collaborative spirit fosters a culture of learning and growth within the school, where educators can continuously evolve and adapt their teaching strategies.
Creative Projects Spark Curiosity and Pride
Haven’s creativity shines through in her engaging classroom projects. One such example is the “About Me” project, which utilized the QR Qualified badge. This innovative approach allowed students to showcase their personalities and achievements by creating QR codes that shared information upon scanning. Not only did this project hone their digital literacy skills, but it also fostered a sense of pride and ownership in their learning.
Learning Comes Alive with Hands-On Exploration
Haven recently introduced the Apple Clips badge to her students. This badge encouraged them to create engaging video presentations about the human body. By leveraging the power of Apple Clips, students transformed complex anatomical concepts into easily digestible and visually appealing learning experiences. Sharing these videos with the school community fostered a sense of accomplishment and deepened understanding.
Haven’s Advice for New Edge•U Participants:
Embrace the fun! Technology can be a powerful tool for both educators and students, but it’s vital to approach it with excitement, curiosity, and a willingness to experiment. By actively participating in the learning process and staying open to new possibilities, educators can unlock the full potential of Edge•U Badges and create truly transformative learning experiences.
Thank you, Haven, for your dedication to innovation and inspiring your students and colleagues!
We at Edge•U Badges are incredibly grateful for educators like Haven who demonstrate the transformative power of technology in education. Haven’s enthusiasm and resourceful approach serve as an inspiration for educators everywhere to embrace Edge•U Badges and unlock a world of engaging and impactful learning experiences!
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