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These Three Tools Are Putting A New Spin On Professional Development For K-12 and Higher Ed

Professional Development is unfortunately, a lot more complicated than it should be. It seems that everyone involved in the educational process, whether it be an administrator, teacher, advisor or other stakeholder, views professional development differently. Everyone seems to agree on one thing, and that is, that there’s not enough time anymore, for the right amount of professional development.

Thanks to technology there are some great tools out there including these three.

7Mindsets

Now 7 Mindsets isn’t necessarily about technology, it’s also for the entire school community. 7 Mindsets is a social emotional learning platform that advocates that “empowering every child, involves empowering everyone”.  At the root of that hypothesis is the teacher, instructor, or educator.

A social emotional learning program can change the way the entire school, campus and surrounding community looks at one another and the future of educating at that institution. Whether it be K-12 or higher ed, all of the 7 mindsets (which the program is based on) only promote a good atmosphere for learning, and teaching:

1. Everything is Possible- Dream big, embrace creativity, and expect great results
2. Passion First- Pursue your authentic talents and deepest interests
3. We are connected- Explore the synergies in all relationships, empower one another
4. 100% Accountable- Choose to be responsible for your own happiness and success
5. Attitude of Gratitude- Seek positives from every experience and be thankful for all you have
6. Live to Give- Inspire and serve others while maximizing your potential
7. The Time Is Now- Harness the power of this moment and take purposeful action today

Find out more about 7 Mindsets here.

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