Staying connected to what’s happening in the world makes me
a better teacher, leader, and overall person. It’s also a great way for me to
continue learning even though I’m no longer in school as a student.
There are so many easy ways to keep in the loop with current
events, emerging trends in education and leadership, and interesting learning
opportunities around the web. One of my favorite tools for this is an app
called, ZITE. It’s available for Apple products, Android, and Windows too. And
even better…it’s FREE!
There are so many easy ways to keep in the loop with current
events, emerging trends in education and leadership, and interesting learning
opportunities around the web. One of my favorite tools for this is an app
called, ZITE. It’s available for Apple products, Android, and Windows too. And
even better…it’s FREE!
This app is
customizable and easy to use. Think of it as online newspaper that lets you
pick the categories and topics. Based on your reading “likes” and “dislikes”,
it customizes your “Top Stories” when you first open the app.
You can also customize the categories to your interests. For
example, I have a category for “Education”, “Technology Education,” and “Leadership”.
By doing this, the app pulls articles from around the web. I can skim the
headlines or read full articles.
The app is a great way that I can quickly update myself on a
variety of topics from a variety of sources. I like being able to get articles
from the Harvard Business Review and a favorite blogger on the same topic. It
allows me to get a full range of perspectives.
What other tools do you use for staying connected?
