December 31, 2017
What an incredible ride so far!
I’ve been reflecting through #HamstraHighlights for about thirteen months now, and the experience has been truly rewarding. I’m grateful to George Couros for getting me started, and I’m also grateful to several who have guided me along the way, including Dr. Steven Weber, Bill Ferriter, Derek McCoy, Chris Tuttell, and Melanie Farrell. THANK YOU!
Even though he posed for it, @plugusin was STILL surprised about this picture! @gcouros pic.twitter.com/ECbOPRvzVI
— Derek McCoy (@mccoyderek) November 30, 2016
What I like most about blogging is that it disciplines me to specifically reflect upon my experiences. As I zoom in on takeaways and how I can apply new principles learned, prior experiences become even more meaningful. In addition, I love how the learning process also archives experiences, making growth over time even more transparent.
Because I’m blogging on my own site, I’ve noticed that I’m looking even more specifically at what other educators are passionate about, what matters to them, and the manner and formats in which they deliver their reflections and content. There are so many big-time educators and great ones from which to learn, that I find myself reading now more than ever in my life. THANK YOU!
Finally, I saved the best for last. What I love about blogging is YOU. For anyone who has ever taken time to read one paragraph or has given me advice to #becomebetter as a professional or as a person, as a result of #HamstraHighlights, THANK YOU! I’m extremely grateful for you. You inspire me. You make me better. My goals are to blog weekly, in fewer words, and on topics both professional and personal.
These Top 5 #HamstraHighlights of 2017 generated more conversation than other posts. No, you might not see a plethora of WordPress comments or twitter likes, retweets, and shares, but face-to-face, twitter direct messages, voxer chats, and even email conversations have genuinely added value to my professional growth opportunities. THANK YOU.
Knowledge can't replace experience. Counting down the Top 5 Blogs of 2017, and coming in at number 1, #HamstraHighlights reflects on its most cherished, life-changing, #MyalsMoments. #LittleH1 https://t.co/hVsY9RsLgS
— Kyle Hamstra (@KyleHamstra) December 31, 2017
Tied for 1st in my Top 5 Blogs of 2017, this #iste17 experience was so special to me not just bc of my love & respect for @iste, but also bc friends were there to celebrate the moment. TY! Can't wait for #iste18! @plugusin #Hashtag180 #HamstraHighlights: https://t.co/jCJoyFdN3N pic.twitter.com/QBszjoS07c
— Kyle Hamstra (@KyleHamstra) December 30, 2017
I'm wondering to what extent #audiencematters to you? Where are you on this continuum, if at all? Generating much conversation, and coming in tied for 2nd on the Top 5 Favorite Blogs of 2017, #HamstraHighlights analyzes: https://t.co/Oc9FZIcNty pic.twitter.com/jqsMVBPfPy
— Kyle Hamstra (@KyleHamstra) December 29, 2017
One of my favorite professional learning experiences ever was when I joined several educators I really admire in DOING learning. Counting down the Top 5 Blogs of 2017, and coming in tied for 2nd, #Hashtag180 and #HamstraHighlights reflect: https://t.co/KA6IdcgMJf
— Kyle Hamstra (@KyleHamstra) December 29, 2017
Know what makes team… work? This experience was so special to me. Counting down its Top 5 Favorite Blogs of 2017, and coming in at number 3, #HamstraHighlights rediscovering just "how HARD classroom teachers work." https://t.co/FAakbhR2qX pic.twitter.com/aDt7OrHeId
— Kyle Hamstra (@KyleHamstra) December 27, 2017
Celebrating winter break with family and friends? Maybe you're having some experiences like I've had lately. Continuing the Top 5 Favorite Blogs of 2017, and coming in at number 4, #HamstraHighlights goes off the grid to sip on: https://t.co/xRm6KRkhjK
— Kyle Hamstra (@KyleHamstra) December 26, 2017
Is it overcast or gloomy where you're celebrating winter break? Looking back on its Top 5 Favorite Blogs of 2017, coming in at number 5, #HamstraHighlights seeks to brighten your day with: https://t.co/ITrPbu9dJ3
— Kyle Hamstra (@KyleHamstra) December 25, 2017
