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Philip Pulley EdD

@pulleyedu.bsky.social

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EdTech, Soc. Studies, & Technical Lit. Tech must change learning NOT just the medium. Soc Sci/Comm. Blended/Flipped/Visual PD. ISU TCH Instructor, IDEA Gov Brd, Comm Teacher Ed Brd.. Army vet. Cyclist. #EDUsky bit.ly/DrPEdTech

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Philip Pulley EdD @pulleyedu.bsky.social · Nov 19

I've done a lot w/ flipped classrooms & using visuals to engage students/organize content. Honored to have three items published on those this year. bit.ly/35Hq35Y & two Chapters in "Emerging Techniques and Applications for Blended Learning bit.ly/2R5CKD2 7 & 11 #EduSky

Speaking Their Language

With expanded internet access and the infusion of educational technology in classrooms, including 1:1 laptop, iPad, and Chromebook programs, educators must realize the importance of using visuals for ...

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Laurie Loves Data @laurelann.bsky.social · Sep 4

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US importers must pay Trump's tariffs. If the recent ruling issued by an appeals court (that the tariffs are illegal) stands, they will be refunded.

The firm buying up refund rights is run by none other than sons of Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick

Follow the money

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American Historical Association @historians.org · Aug 21

The AHA has signed on to the @acls1919.bsky.social’s Statement Regarding the White House Review of Smithsonian Institution Museums. The review “supersedes the oversight of professional scholars and makes the museums tools of the presidential administration.” 🗃️

ACLS Statement Regarding the White House Review of Smithsonian Institution Museums

ACLS stands in firm opposition to the latest directive by the White House forcing Smithsonian Institution museums to subject their presentation of American history to government review.

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Edutopia @edutopia.org · Aug 16

Are your tests *really* giving you a complete picture of student learning? Check out these 9 evidence-based tweaks to see if your assessment practice needs a makeover! 🔧

#assessment #EduSky

How to Build Better, More Effective Tests and Quizzes

Your tests might be falling short due to a few fixable missteps. Here’s how educators are fine-tuning their approach for better, more accurate results.

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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · Aug 6

Read the latest blog from our partners at @wevideo.bsky.social as they explore how video learning can be a powerful method for amplifying student voice and valuing original thought.

www.ideaillinois.org/amplifystude...

#EduSky #IDEAil #EdTech #education

New Partner Blog "Amplifying Student Voice in the Age of AI" by WeVideo.

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Adam "I Was Hoping We Could Keep It" Laats @adamlaats.bsky.social · Jul 27

And don't forget, friends: Paying teachers better isn't just about fairness.

Horace Mann said it in 1839: Paying teachers more = improving YOUR school and YOUR family's future.

Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · Jul 27

94% of teachers have had to dip into their own pockets to buy school supplies. An estimated 1 in 6 have second jobs during the school year to make ends meet.

The average Wall Street employee got a record $244,700 bonus last year.

Something has gone terribly wrong.

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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · Jul 26

Bold action beats uncertain funding. #IDEAcon Super Saver registration ends Friday 8/1 at 11:59 PM CT. Prioritize PD, equity, and educator joy without needing names just yet. Every badge is a stand for staff development, despite unjust Title II withholding.
ideail.org/IDEAcon26sup... #EduSky #IDEAil

IDEAcon Super Saver Registration Closing August 1

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Illinois Digital Educators Alliance | IDEA @ideaillinois.bsky.social · Jun 24

The heat index says "stay inside"—we say, "great, it’s proposal-writing season." 😎 #IDEAcon 2026 is looking for voices like yours to empower and engage educators from Feb 9–11 in Schaumburg. Deadline: Aug 4. Make this your coolest move of the summer. ideail.org/IDEAcon26CFP

#EduSky #IDEAil

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Philip Pulley EdD @pulleyedu.bsky.social · Jun 30

Up to 8.5 hours of PD for $29 for non-members? But wait, $19 for members, and membership is free!
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2024-2025 Wednesday Webinar Series (On-Demand)

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Heather Turner @techielibgrl.com · Jun 12

Keep the convo going with #SlowChat & join us in August on Wednesdays! 🎶📚 See you next school year! 🚀💛 #TLSkyChat #TLSky

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Philip Pulley EdD @pulleyedu.bsky.social · Jun 5

Um, yes, they did which is why we couldn’t originally vote for senators and we have the Electoral College.

Philip Pulley EdD @pulleyedu.bsky.social · Jun 4

It never has been. But teachers get show some basics in an hour or two and are expected to start implementing right away. There should be training and practice a lot like starting a new sports team.

Philip Pulley EdD @pulleyedu.bsky.social · Apr 27

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8 Small But Impactful Classroom Management Shifts

How using subtle gestures, spatial awareness, and tone of voice can nudge your classroom toward smoother operations.

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Philip Pulley EdD @pulleyedu.bsky.social · Apr 23

Not without proper and ongoing training for all stakeholders.

Philip Pulley EdD @pulleyedu.bsky.social · Apr 16

The antithesis of the plans of the founders fathers and the constitution, so there’s a debate?

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Edutopia @edutopia.org · Apr 10

“I don’t even know what I’m supposed to write down!” ✍️

If your middle schoolers feel this way about note-taking, you’re not alone. Help students make sense of their notes instead of just scribbling lessons down verbatim with these teacher-tested strategies.

#EduSky #MiddleSchoolTeacher

Encouraging Students to Use Notes for Sense-Making

Middle school teachers can use these strategies to help students learn how to get the most value out of their notes.

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Philip Pulley EdD @pulleyedu.bsky.social · Apr 8

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16 Variations on Think-Pair-Share to Keep Students Engaged

Teachers and students use this classic learning strategy often. To keep it from getting stale, try these tweaks.

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Dr. Jorge Valenzuela @jorgedoespbl.bsky.social · Mar 26

“Every teacher needs to be a literacy teacher.”
This keynote moment hit hard.

🎥 Watch the clip: www.youtube.com/watch?v=FrWp...
🔗 Booking info: www.lifelonglearningdefined.com

#KeynoteWisdom #SpeakerLife #LifelongLearningDefined #jorgeDoesPBL #EdLeadership #TeacherPD

“Every teacher needs to be a literacy teacher.”

YouTube video by Jorge Valenzuela

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Philip Pulley EdD @pulleyedu.bsky.social · Mar 26

Just because you consume things does not make you literate. Text, video, film, slides, documentary, podcast, or others, you need to learn how to interpret and look for bias.

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National Education Association @neatoday.bsky.social · Mar 20

Aspiring educators like Alayna rely on Pell Grants to pay bills and stay in school—but that path is under threat. The Trump administration wants to dismantle the Dept. of Ed, putting Pell Grants on the line. With 1 in 3 undergraduates relying on them, we can’t afford these cuts. bit.ly/4bUb4s2

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Edutopia @edutopia.org · Mar 19

Want to introduce students to notable women who exemplify perseverance, creativity, and strength of character? Look to these picture books, including:

The Leaf Detective by @heatherlangbooks.bsky.social 🍃

Queen of Physics by @teresarobeson.bsky.social ⚛️

And more! 📚

#literacy #WomensHistory

11 Picture Books on Notable Women for Young Students

These engaging books feature influential women in different fields who exemplify perseverance, creativity, and strength of character.

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Seth Cotlar @sethcotlar.bsky.social · Mar 6

In 1943 the US government made an antifascist film called "Don't Be a Sucker" in which we see a college professor in Germany removed from his classroom by government officials who do not approve of what he's teaching about race. youtu.be/vGAqYNFQdZ4?...

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Krassensteins @krassenstein.bsky.social · Mar 4

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Philip Pulley EdD @pulleyedu.bsky.social · Mar 3

Not sure his base will care until inflation and unemployment numbers go up. Which he’ll blame on Biden.

Philip Pulley EdD @pulleyedu.bsky.social · Feb 27

One of the first groups the original Nazis went after…

Philip Pulley EdD @pulleyedu.bsky.social · Feb 27

Guessing that 12% includes GOP members of Congress…