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Dr. Jorge Valenzuela
@jorgedoespbl.bsky.social
Creator of Instructional Innovation+, PBL+, & The Blueprint for Emotionally Intelligent Leadership—helping educators and leaders integrate AI, innovation, and heart-centered leadership 🇺🇸.
AI wasn’t just a timesaver. It helped me study patterns, strengthen my judgment & refine my systems.
That work shaped the AI for Learning framework—built to elevate thinking, creativity & human skills students need.

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#Education #JorgeDoesPBL #AILiteracy #PBLplus
AI Won’t Make Us Less Human—If We Use It Right | Dr. Jorge Valenzuela #keynotespeaker
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November 21, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Reposted by Dr. Jorge Valenzuela
“It's increasingly important to teach and model for our secondary students how to interact with the texts they meet in school … Skillful annotation is not a soft or basic skill; it is a crucial skill for reading and learning.” 📖✍️

#literacy #ELATeacher #EduSky
A Simple and Effective Way to Teach Annotation
Try a straightforward three-step strategy to help students get comfortable with exploring challenging reading assignments.
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November 20, 2025 at 1:39 PM
Students want learning that speaks to their lives.
When we create student-centered schools built on compassion, relevance, & agency, youth see themselves.

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#KeynoteWisdom #EduSpeaker #InstructionalLeadership #Education #JorgeDoesPBL #AILiteracy #PBLplus
What Do Students Really Need? | Dr. Jorge Valenzuela #keynotespeaker #jorgedoespbl
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November 20, 2025 at 1:39 PM
AI can support learning, but it shouldn’t replace the thinking that builds real confidence. When students understand and evaluate AI with intention, they grow in judgment and creativity —not dependency.

#EmotionallyIntelligentLeadership #LifelongLearningDefined #Education #PBLplus #JorgeDoesPBL
November 19, 2025 at 3:08 PM
3 ways to deal with self-centered people

Praising them, but it’s a survival strategy—especially with a boss or caregiver.

Arguing only feeds their need to frustrate you.

Be brief and direct: “Good morning.” “I got to go.”

Full article: bit.ly/3X1liQR

#Leadership #jorgedoespbl
November 18, 2025 at 1:54 PM
The real conversation isn’t about tools — it’s about judgment.
Teaching students to shape AI with values, preferences, and honest feedback builds metacognition and agency.

NEW article: bit.ly/4oDXeQ4

#Leadership #AIinEducation #HumanCenteredInnovation #JorgeDoesPBL
AI for Learning: A K–12 Education Framework for Human-Centered Innovation
AI for Learning: A K–12 Education Framework for Human-Centered Innovation As an education coach, my role is to simplify complex ideas for teachers and leaders. Artificial intelligence (AI) has been …
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November 17, 2025 at 3:54 PM
Self-centered behavior is predictable.
They give just enough to keep you hopeful, but never enough for stability.

Emotional intelligence helps you recognize the pattern and respond with clarity.

Full article → bit.ly/3X1liQR

#EmotionallyIntelligentLeadership #HealBeforeYouReveal #Leadership
November 16, 2025 at 2:34 PM
Reposted by Dr. Jorge Valenzuela
Administrators 🤝 Veteran teachers
Mentoring new teachers

@montalvoedu.bsky.social explains how school leaders and veteran educators can team up for a structured mentoring series.

#SchoolLeaders #EduSky
How Administrators and Veteran Educators Can Team Up to Mentor New Teachers
School leaders can support their new teachers by setting up a structured series of discussions and classroom observation sessions.
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November 15, 2025 at 10:39 PM
Leadership is strongest when it stays close to the classroom.
Lauren Kaufman explains why staying grounded in real instruction matters for culture, clarity, and meaningful growth.

#InstructionalLeadership #LifelongLearningDefined #JorgeDoesPBL #LLDpodcast
November 15, 2025 at 2:44 PM
Reposted by Dr. Jorge Valenzuela
Help students connect to their community and see how their actions can have a positive difference with these 7 activities! 🤩

#ElementarySchool #EduSky #ServiceLearning
7 Community Service Activities for Elementary Students
These hands-on activities help students build empathy, patience, and a better understanding of how their actions can impact their community.
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November 12, 2025 at 2:25 AM
Honoring the courage, sacrifice, and service of all who have worn the uniform. Thank you for protecting our freedom.
November 11, 2025 at 4:42 PM
Real teaching—and real leadership—start with connection.
Curriculum and innovation only work when people feel seen.

That’s the heart of emotionally intelligent leadership: love, consistency, and presence.

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#Leadership #Education #EmotionalIntelligence #EduSpeaker
You Can’t Teach Who You Don’t Love | Lead With Emotional Intelligence #keynotespeaker
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November 11, 2025 at 2:39 PM
Arguing to win costs more than it gives.

Leaders don’t need louder voices—they need deeper understanding.
When emotions lead, listening leaves.

Communicate to connect. That’s how real leadership shows up.

#EmotionallyIntelligentLeadership #HealBeforeYouReveal #JorgeDoesPBL
November 7, 2025 at 4:12 PM
We don’t prepare students for the real world by protecting them from it—we teach them how to move through it.

Real learning connects what students learn to how they’ll live. That’s what PBL+ is all about. Let’s build creators & problem solvers.

#PBLplus #JorgeDoesPBL

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November 3, 2025 at 12:41 PM
The AI Mindset — with Steven Iglesias

In this new episode of the LLD Podcast we talk about how
AI is reshaping leadership, teaching & the future of schools!

🎙 Watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=ulEQ...

🎧 Listen: open.spotify.com/episode/2hGi...

#AIMindset #InstructionalLeadership ##JorgeDoesPBL
October 28, 2025 at 11:31 PM
Honored to see my latest work featured by Edutopia. Conflict resolution isn’t just about fixing problems — it’s about teaching students emotional intelligence, empathy, and communication. When we model these skills, we help them lead with understanding, not reaction. #EduSky #Emotionalintelligence
This effective protocol for conflict resolution includes steps to ensure that students communicate clearly and show empathy for each other. 🧡

@jorgedoespbl.bsky.social explains how schools can use it: edut.to/4nm9qUm

#SEL #EduSky
October 26, 2025 at 2:17 PM
Love this, Youki. Research that’s actually usable in classrooms is what bridges theory to practice—and transforms instruction where it counts.
New @edutopia.org research newsletter comes out this weekend!

Don't miss our latest feature on research-backed tips to align your teaching with how student brains work—plus highlights of the latest must-read studies on student learning.

Go here to subscribe 👉 edut.to/4qmZr3G
Edutopia Newsletters: The Research Is In
A monthly roundup of the most impactful education research, trends, and discoveries translated into actionable classroom strategies.
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October 25, 2025 at 5:50 PM
LOVE this! 100%. Podcasting builds authentic literacy, even for adults! Students learn to think, speak, and create with purpose. Real-world communication in action.
October 25, 2025 at 5:48 PM
Reposted by Dr. Jorge Valenzuela
Join me for some perfect poems and short writing activities to get us through the dark days.

It's 10 fresh ideas in 30 minutes, and once you've got the link, you can watch it at any time that's good for you.

Department leader? Go for the group rate and enjoy the learning experience together :)
Exciting news!

The days are getting darker 😔

How about a replay of a 30 minute webinar with 10 Poetry Pauses for the Dark Days?

Webinar includes a link library to every poem mentioned + use tomorrow lessons to see is through the dark.

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Poetry for the Dark Days
This offering is only available until November 1, 2025. If this time of the year with its short days, long nights, and troubling news stories feels bleak to you, know that you are not alone. Our stude...
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October 25, 2025 at 11:21 AM
Real PBL isn’t about the project — it’s about the process.
If students aren’t learning to collaborate, communicate, and think critically, the project failed before it started.

That’s where PBL+ changes the game.

#PBLplus #InstructionalInnovationPlus #TeachingAndLearning #Education
October 24, 2025 at 12:24 PM
Most teachers teach projects. PBL+ teaches systems.
Structure, pacing, confidence—for teachers.
Life skills, self-knowledge, and career readiness—for students.

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📘 Book: bit.ly/477rJre

🎯 Workshops: bit.ly/42pHTtf

#PBLplus #Teaching #Education #JorgeDoesPBL
PBL+ isn't the project—it's the system
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October 23, 2025 at 12:41 PM
Reposted by Dr. Jorge Valenzuela
Quick, easy, positive, and skill-based.

1. After a spell of reading, write one sentence about what you love about reading. (First two pics)

2. Apply a recent skill (semicolon + conjunctive adverb in this case) to modify one of the sentences, punctuating it perfectly. (Last two pics)
October 22, 2025 at 8:13 PM
Reposted by Dr. Jorge Valenzuela
Have you seen this year's featured speakers for #DitchSummit???

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Topics include student curiosity, AI, engagement, motivation, practical teaching ideas, and much more!

➡️ Register for this FREE online conference for educators Dec 15 through Jan 11: http://DitchSummit.com
October 22, 2025 at 9:33 PM
Conflict is inevitable. What matters is how we teach students to move through it.

In my latest Edutopia article, I share a 3-step protocol for guiding students toward empathy, reflection, and resolution.
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#EmotionallyIntelligentLeadership #HealBeforeYouReveal #JorgeDoesPBL
October 22, 2025 at 6:26 PM
In 10th grade, I asked my geometry teacher, “Why are we learning this?”
And he didn't know either!

When we teach without context, learning loses meaning.

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Without Context, Learning Fades Fast for Kids
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October 22, 2025 at 1:18 PM