Mark Engstrom

Socrates - Head of School Lead Questioner. Excited about all opportunities to celebrate student growth and improve the way we lead in schools!

[Socrates - Head of School @Socheadofschool]

Excited to roll out our new subscription model this year!
We are hoping to give you all the resources you need to embed research on leading and learning on your campus! #edchat #education #edleaders #k12prchat #K12 #edutwitter #teachersoftwitter
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[Brian Mendler @BrianMendler]

#Teachers with few behavior issues have the following in common:
1. Rarely gets offended.
2. Provides very little down time.
3. Talks w kids before/after class.
4. Asks lots of questions.
5. Don’t need the last word.
Add to the list 👇
#ThatOneKid #edchat

[Socrates - Head of School @Socheadofschool]

What if part of teacher training included shadowing a student for a full day?

Conscious Leadership: Distilled for Educators by — Socrates - Head of School https://t.co/fk9f5j1TnU @markaengstrom #edpd #edchat #education #edleaders #consciousleadership #leadership #Leadership2022

[Socrates - Head of School @Socheadofschool]

“The IKEA effect”: we place nearly five times more value on a product we helped build than on a product we simply buy.

Backable: Distilled for Educators by — Socrates - Head of School https://t.co/gNA4mXng38 #education #edchat #edutwitter #edleaders #edpd @markaengstrom

[Mark Engstrom @markaengstrom]

Does your school put faculty and staff wellness as a top priority?

Infinite Game: Distilled for Educators — Socrates - Head of School https://t.co/e5d6E7iM0b @Socheadofschool @simonsinek #edpd #edchat #education #infinitegame #edleaders #mission

[Socrates - Head of School @Socheadofschool]

How can learning the principles of memory and learning help teachers teach more effectively?

Understanding How We Learn: Distilled for Educators — Socrates - Head of School https://t.co/G2qdbi3hOs #edchat #education #learning #teaching #teachers @markaengstrom #k12 #edpd

[Socrates - Head of School @Socheadofschool]

“Love and compassion are necessities, not luxuries. Without them, humanity cannot survive.” - The 14th Dalai Lama

Mindful School Communities: Distilled for Educators — Socrates - Head of School https://t.co/f7bKEWsrMo #edpd #edutwitter #edchat #k12 #education #EdLeadership

[Socrates - Head of School @Socheadofschool]

"Heart-Centered Learning is holistic and exists where emotions, consciousness, and student interests and needs are central parts of curriculum and instruction and the essence of creating a compassionate learning community."

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[Adam Grant @AdamMGrant]

In hiring, it might be time to get rid of experience requirements.

Data: past experience rarely predicts future performance. What matters is past performance—and current motivation and ability.

It's how well people can learn to do a job, not how long they've already done it.

[Socrates - Head of School @Socheadofschool]

How can fostering caring communities and a culture of belonging at school enhance academic performance?
#education #learning #edchat #educhat #teachertwitter #edpd #twitter @markaengstrom
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[Socrates - Head of School @Socheadofschool]

Want to embed research on leading and learning to improve professional development on campus? Are you interested in Meeting Slides and Book Studies to help your school?

Please go to https://t.co/usjIWSi3mS to find out more about our free year-long offer. #education #edchat

[Simon Jeynes @ChristianSchMgt]

https://t.co/5faQLgIkea So why are we teaching algebra? So we can teach calculus. Who actually uses calculus? No-one. So why are we teaching algebra? #christianschools #christianeducation @ChristianSchMgt @tsdlorg

[Socrates - Head of School @Socheadofschool]

How does your class environment affect the relationships you have with students? https://t.co/q65MCDFkqd

[Socrates - Head of School @Socheadofschool]

How are we connecting with the educational sphere beyond our school in order to keep learning?

The Social CEO: Distilled for Educators by Socrates - Head of School #edchat #education #edutwitter #socialmedia #edleadership #gswhatif @whatisschool https://t.co/ynKONZO6f4

[Episcopal @EpiscopalBR]

A new take on a Middle School parent/teacher conference places students at the center of the discussion. Read more about student-led conferences. Plus, get four tips for continuing the discussion with your child once the conference is complete. https://t.co/jRRBjOeJmg

[Episcopal @EpiscopalBR]

Middle School students are making a joyful noise through the newly created Episcopal Praise Band. Read more about the group’s purpose. Plus, check out a list of upcoming musical offerings. https://t.co/UBFSXB3mv4

[Socrates - Head of School @Socheadofschool]

How many schools could you impact if you offered professional development free to educators online?

Well, here is the answer! Thanks to the 146 schools and organizations who interact with us each week to make #edpd better for all!

#edchat #education #edutwitter #edleadership

[Socrates - Head of School @Socheadofschool]

What would ideal professional development look like at your school?

Proud to be a sponsor at the Association of Colorado Independent Schools Exploring New Horizons conference this week!
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[Episcopal @EpiscopalBR]

A translation of a French-language play, “Art” is set in Paris and is a comedy about 3 men whose 15-year friendship is tested when 1 of them buys a white painting for $200,000 francs. 3 seniors will present the play this month. https://t.co/swdtpkZavp @EpiscopalArts

[Socrates - Head of School @Socheadofschool]

If standardized tests aren’t a good predictor of future success, what could we assess to predict it?

Grit: Distilled for Educators by Socrates - Head of School https://t.co/oQPdB0Mjrj

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