Will Ortlinghaus
@w1llo.bsky.social
Retired Teacher & Administrator | Edutopia Community Facilitator | Outdoor Enthusiast
Check out Edutopia's (@edutopia.org) Ask&Answer page. It's a great resource as we start this new school year!
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#BackToSchool #EduSky
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Ask & Answer - Recommended
Ask questions and get answers from educators in our community.
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August 8, 2025 at 8:44 PM
Check out Edutopia's (@edutopia.org) Ask&Answer page. It's a great resource as we start this new school year!
www.edutopia.org/ask-and-answer
#BackToSchool #EduSky
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#BackToSchool #EduSky
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When researching what can go wrong w/ #edtech integration (at the classroom/building/and district level), I found educators citing the exact same problems today that they flagged 10+ years ago.
I went out searching for guidance on carving a path forward.
My latest for @edutopia.org:
I went out searching for guidance on carving a path forward.
My latest for @edutopia.org:
6 Things We’re Getting Wrong About Tech Integration
Despite years of investment, many schools are still missing the mark on technology integration. Here’s what the experts told us needs to change—and how to get started this year.
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August 4, 2025 at 4:22 PM
When researching what can go wrong w/ #edtech integration (at the classroom/building/and district level), I found educators citing the exact same problems today that they flagged 10+ years ago.
I went out searching for guidance on carving a path forward.
My latest for @edutopia.org:
I went out searching for guidance on carving a path forward.
My latest for @edutopia.org:
So much wisdom in this article! Reflecting on my time as an administrator, and remembering MANY challenging interactions that could have been better if I had used these three R's.
#SchoolLeaders #Administration #Principals #EduSky
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#SchoolLeaders #Administration #Principals #EduSky
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A Grounding Practice for Principals
Reflecting and reframing before responding can help administrators preserve relationships and lead with clarity—even in the heat of the moment.
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July 25, 2025 at 10:35 PM
So much wisdom in this article! Reflecting on my time as an administrator, and remembering MANY challenging interactions that could have been better if I had used these three R's.
#SchoolLeaders #Administration #Principals #EduSky
www.edutopia.org/article/refl...
#SchoolLeaders #Administration #Principals #EduSky
www.edutopia.org/article/refl...
Lots of wonderful insights here!
#CAMT25
#CAMT25
One more day of sharing what works at #CAMT25!
Take a tip, leave a tip, and learn from fellow educators 🌟
#MathSky #ITeachMath
Take a tip, leave a tip, and learn from fellow educators 🌟
#MathSky #ITeachMath
July 12, 2025 at 5:14 PM
Lots of wonderful insights here!
#CAMT25
#CAMT25
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The art of teaching is often in taking what is standard practice and looking for ways to make it more effective in the classroom.
These are 15 of my favorite ways to tweak common formative assessment techniques to increase student reflection and ownership in the assessment process.
#EduSky
These are 15 of my favorite ways to tweak common formative assessment techniques to increase student reflection and ownership in the assessment process.
#EduSky
Small changes can make your formative assessments *even more* valuable. Instructional coach @mrrablin.bsky.social walks through some of the tweaks you can make. 🔧
#assessment #EduSky
#assessment #EduSky
15 Formative Assessment Hacks to Boost Students’ Learning
Common formative assessment techniques can work a little better with these simple tweaks.
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June 4, 2025 at 8:15 PM
The art of teaching is often in taking what is standard practice and looking for ways to make it more effective in the classroom.
These are 15 of my favorite ways to tweak common formative assessment techniques to increase student reflection and ownership in the assessment process.
#EduSky
These are 15 of my favorite ways to tweak common formative assessment techniques to increase student reflection and ownership in the assessment process.
#EduSky
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Teachers: With every student you lift up, every idea you nurture, and every quiet moment of encouragement you offer, you are making an impact that lasts far beyond a school year.
Our team came together to offer our personal thank yous. Happy #TeacherAppreciationWeek from all of us at Edutopia!
Our team came together to offer our personal thank yous. Happy #TeacherAppreciationWeek from all of us at Edutopia!
May 4, 2025 at 11:25 PM
Teachers: With every student you lift up, every idea you nurture, and every quiet moment of encouragement you offer, you are making an impact that lasts far beyond a school year.
Our team came together to offer our personal thank yous. Happy #TeacherAppreciationWeek from all of us at Edutopia!
Our team came together to offer our personal thank yous. Happy #TeacherAppreciationWeek from all of us at Edutopia!
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“Did it work? Anyone? Anyone know the effects? It did not work, and the United States sank deeper into the Great Depression.” Ferris Bueller’s Day Off for the win.
a man wearing glasses is standing in front of a blackboard and saying anyone ?
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April 2, 2025 at 11:14 PM
“Did it work? Anyone? Anyone know the effects? It did not work, and the United States sank deeper into the Great Depression.” Ferris Bueller’s Day Off for the win.
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Got questions about improving your grading practice, enhancing assessments, or tapping into student motivation?
Edutopia’s @tatertutt.bsky.social is speaking with veteran educator and instructional coach @mrrablin.bsky.social about his book Hacking Student Motivation.
#EdChat #assessment #EduSky
Edutopia’s @tatertutt.bsky.social is speaking with veteran educator and instructional coach @mrrablin.bsky.social about his book Hacking Student Motivation.
#EdChat #assessment #EduSky
March 19, 2025 at 9:41 PM
Got questions about improving your grading practice, enhancing assessments, or tapping into student motivation?
Edutopia’s @tatertutt.bsky.social is speaking with veteran educator and instructional coach @mrrablin.bsky.social about his book Hacking Student Motivation.
#EdChat #assessment #EduSky
Edutopia’s @tatertutt.bsky.social is speaking with veteran educator and instructional coach @mrrablin.bsky.social about his book Hacking Student Motivation.
#EdChat #assessment #EduSky
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Join us for @edutopia.org's slow chat: bsky.app/profile/edut....
If, like me, you're unsure what a slow chat is, it means we'll post one question a day. 🦥 It's open now, check it out and add your two cents!
If, like me, you're unsure what a slow chat is, it means we'll post one question a day. 🦥 It's open now, check it out and add your two cents!
Welcome to #EduInFocus! 🔍
AI in education sparks debate, but one thing’s clear: Many teachers are already using it to save time. This week, we’re bringing AI’s role into focus.
Join us for this slow chat as we explore real-world uses, one question at a time. We want to hear from you!
AI in education sparks debate, but one thing’s clear: Many teachers are already using it to save time. This week, we’re bringing AI’s role into focus.
Join us for this slow chat as we explore real-world uses, one question at a time. We want to hear from you!
February 24, 2025 at 10:55 PM
Join us for @edutopia.org's slow chat: bsky.app/profile/edut....
If, like me, you're unsure what a slow chat is, it means we'll post one question a day. 🦥 It's open now, check it out and add your two cents!
If, like me, you're unsure what a slow chat is, it means we'll post one question a day. 🦥 It's open now, check it out and add your two cents!
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For a photo op & a bragging media post, Trump minions at the USACoE have thrown away millions of gals of #water farmers were relying on for later this year. This water will not be captured, will not be useful for cities or farms or firefighting. It is now lost.
www.latimes.com/environment/...
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Acting on Trump's order, federal officials opened up two California dams
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers just opened up two California dams. A spokesperson says the flows are 'controlled' and being coordinated with local officials.
www.latimes.com
February 1, 2025 at 1:25 AM
For a photo op & a bragging media post, Trump minions at the USACoE have thrown away millions of gals of #water farmers were relying on for later this year. This water will not be captured, will not be useful for cities or farms or firefighting. It is now lost.
www.latimes.com/environment/...
www.latimes.com/environment/...
Check out The 10 Most Significant Education Studies of 2024 www.edutopia.org/article/the-...
The 10 Most Significant Education Studies of 2024
It’s that time again—our yearly review of the research you should read, from the sneaky ways that inattention can spread in your classroom to the promises and perils of AI.
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December 9, 2024 at 3:28 AM
Check out The 10 Most Significant Education Studies of 2024 www.edutopia.org/article/the-...
I just ordered the book. Looking forward to reading it!
AI’s not a replacement for teachers, says the founder of Khan Academy and Khanmigo. Instead, it can free them up to do what they do best. 🧑🏫 #EduSky
How AI Will Impact the Future of Teaching—a Conversation With Sal Khan
The founder of Khan Academy and Khanmigo believes AI can deliver the personalized instruction students need, while freeing up teachers to do what they do best.
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December 3, 2024 at 1:53 AM
I just ordered the book. Looking forward to reading it!
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How easy should "easy" runs be? As easy as they need to be. Easy is a feeling, not a number—if you can’t hold a full conversation, you're working too hard. Many folks spend too much time in the gray zone. I tell athletes to take what they think is easy and then back it off a notch or two.
November 30, 2024 at 4:17 PM
How easy should "easy" runs be? As easy as they need to be. Easy is a feeling, not a number—if you can’t hold a full conversation, you're working too hard. Many folks spend too much time in the gray zone. I tell athletes to take what they think is easy and then back it off a notch or two.
Snow zoomies are the best zoomies!
November 25, 2024 at 11:42 PM
Snow zoomies are the best zoomies!
I wrote this piece for @edutopia.bsky.social about promoting inclusion in Physical Education
9 Ways to Support Diverse Learning Needs in Physical Education
Teachers can adapt activities to make PE inclusive for all students, including those with physical and/or learning disabilities.
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November 25, 2024 at 11:40 PM
I wrote this piece for @edutopia.bsky.social about promoting inclusion in Physical Education
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We can make learning more playful and creative. 🤸🌈
Tech can help, says @mres.bsky.social, creator of Scratch and OctoStudio. Here’s how:
Tech can help, says @mres.bsky.social, creator of Scratch and OctoStudio. Here’s how:
Promoting Playful Learning With Technology
Mitchel Resnick—creator of Scratch and OctoStudio—shares how teachers can maximize students’ use of tech for creative purposes.
edut.to
November 24, 2024 at 9:26 PM
We can make learning more playful and creative. 🤸🌈
Tech can help, says @mres.bsky.social, creator of Scratch and OctoStudio. Here’s how:
Tech can help, says @mres.bsky.social, creator of Scratch and OctoStudio. Here’s how:
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Remembering my first tweet and my egg profile so long ago. Enthusiastically optimistic about this platform…
a close up of a man 's face with the words `` let 's keep a little optimism here . ''
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November 18, 2024 at 1:30 AM
Remembering my first tweet and my egg profile so long ago. Enthusiastically optimistic about this platform…