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Thomas Sauer
Thomas Sauer
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  • Lexington, KY
  • United States
  • 150- 200
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Professional "Development" at a Crossroads
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Found this fascinating article this morning via my PLN on Twitter: …Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Greta Lundgaard Nov 10, 2010.

The World Speaks French
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Found this promotional site for supporting French programs. Includes postcards, posters, flyers, ads and more. http://theworldspeaksfrench.org/Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Gladys C. Lipton May 4, 2010.

Skype for Professional Development
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Wondering if anyone is using Skype for professional development? Share your experiences, suggestions, pitfalls and advise for other NADSFL members.

Started this discussion. Last reply by Valerie DiPaola May 10, 2010.

Icebreakers
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Share a short description and explanation of icebreakers you find effective.

Started this discussion. Last reply by Sally Mearns Jul 27, 2010.

 

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There are 128 members on NADSFL Dec 2, 2010
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Thomas Sauer commented on Thomas Sauer's event 'NADSFL Annual Meeting'
Tracy: breakfast begins at 7:30 on Wednesday Nancy: The Presidents Reception will be as usual on Wednesday evening
Nov 17, 2010
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Nancy Girald commented on Thomas Sauer's event 'NADSFL Annual Meeting'
I have registered for the NADSFL conference and will be arriving at 4:00 on Wednesday. It doesn't look like there is anything going on in the afternoon. Are there any evening events planned? Nancy Girald
Nov 17, 2010
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Tracy Knick commented on Thomas Sauer's event 'NADSFL Annual Meeting'
What time is breakfast on Wednesday?
Nov 16, 2010
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Thomas Sauer commented on Thomas Sauer's event 'NADSFL Annual Meeting'
Norman, yes please join us. Having some problems with that email address. My apologies.
Nov 12, 2010
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Barbara Hanna commented on Thomas Sauer's event 'NADSFL Annual Meeting'
Looking forward to visiting with old and new friends. See you soon.
Nov 10, 2010
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Cindy McBrayer commented on Thomas Sauer's event 'NADSFL Annual Meeting'
Sharon: Can't wait to catch up on EVERYTHING! See you in BEAN TOWN!
Nov 10, 2010
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Andrea Lang Sims commented on Thomas Sauer's event 'NADSFL Annual Meeting'
I am no longer able to make the conference, who do I contact from this point?
Nov 10, 2010
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Greta Lundgaard replied to Thomas Sauer's discussion 'Professional "Development" at a Crossroads'
I just saved the digital copy of the entire series Thomas referenced above and have attached it below. I am really getting convicted about changing my approach to professional development. I believe we have to have an intent--an firm handle on what…
Nov 10, 2010
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Thomas Sauer commented on Thomas Sauer's event 'NADSFL Annual Meeting'
No worries Tracy. We are counting all registrants for all meals.
Nov 10, 2010
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Thomas Sauer replied to Thomas Sauer's discussion 'Professional "Development" at a Crossroads'
That's the beauty I think of new type of learning that can happen through the development of a digital Professional/Personal Learning Network (PLN). I've learned so much more from reading articles, blogs, tweets, forums then from attending…
Nov 10, 2010
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Todd Bowen replied to Thomas Sauer's discussion 'Professional "Development" at a Crossroads'
Interesting article. I'm troubled by the thought that professional development should focus on raising test scores or meeting contractual obligations when education of the individual or life long learner is the philosophical approach that we…
Nov 10, 2010
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Professional "Development" at a Crossroads

Found this fascinating article this morning via my PLN on Twitter: Professional Development for Teachers at a Crossroad . There is an entire series of articles on PD further down the page.Perhaps it's even…See More
Discussion posted by Thomas Sauer Nov 10, 2010
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Thomas Sauer replied to Alisha Dawn Samples's discussion 'LATIN links to innovative programs/practices?'
If you are looking for the ultimate 21st century Latin classroom, look no further then the famous "TeachPaperless" classroom of Shelly Blake-Plock. While his writing is often dealing with issues bigger then Latin, he is a Latin teacher at…
Nov 10, 2010
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Thomas Sauer commented on Thomas Sauer's event 'NADSFL Annual Meeting'
HEADS Up to NADSFL members attending this year’s Annual Meeting – We are working with our sponsors to provide enjoyable and organized meal events for our members. To this end, we will not be able to add tables and/or place settings at…
Nov 1, 2010

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Name of District, City, & State
Jefferson County Public Schools (Louisville, KY)
My regional FL conference is:
CSCTFL
My primary supervisory K-12 responsibilities are at this level:
District
Number of Teachers that I supervise:
150- 200
What is the current focus of your work?
Creating common assessments
What are your three areas of expertise (for sharing with other members)?
Creating

Comment Wall (7 comments)

At 11:39am on March 23, 2010, David JahnerDavid Jahner said…
It looks awesome - I love the interactive nature of the site. I actually am in a meeting with the state language coordinators today and wanted to double check some information about the Summer Academy.Delete Comment
At 4:03pm on March 30, 2010, Diane DeNoonDiane DeNoon said…
thanks for your work on this. Very very cool and up to date! NADSFL members will love it I"m sure.
At 10:24am on March 31, 2010, Francesco L. FrattoFrancesco L. Fratto said…
A great improvement over the previous site! I have my own Twitter account. Can I use my existing account?
At 2:49pm on April 9, 2010, Valerie DiPaolaValerie DiPaola said…
It's nice that NADSFL is emerging into the 21st century...we supervisors should be leading the way and using web 2.0 tools as a method of motivating and engaging our teachres!
Thans for the hard work.
At 2:16pm on April 16, 2010, Donna PodgornyDonna Podgorny said…
Hi Thomas,
Thanks for putting this interactive site together. It has great potential. In answer to your question, let me know when you want to talk about Skype or delivering professional development. It is quick and easy, good for some situations.
Donna
At 7:35am on May 14, 2010, Paul A. GarcíaPaul A. García said…
Thank you for your note, Thomas. Do you have access to a full list of NADSFL members and their whereabouts, please? How might I have a copy--is it on the website somewhere? pg
At 9:26pm on November 16, 2010, Lea Graner KennedyLea Graner Kennedy said…
Thomas, what is the location for breakfast at 7:30? Looking forward to seeing you!

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The 2012 NADSFL Summer Leadership Academy will be:*  An opportunity for supervisors to collaborate with leaders in the profession within a community of learners*  An opportunity for supervisors to network with other supervisors and develop personal learning communities https://www.123signup.com/calendar?Org=nadsflOpening Session:  6:30 pm July 12, 2012July 13-14:  7:30 am - 10:00 pmClosing Session:  8:30 am - 11:30 amSee More
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William Chang replied to James R. Yoder's discussion 'Proficiency Levels?'
Hello, James!  Greetings.  It appears that I am in the same pickle as you, except that I have to add the layer of using the Language Learning Continuum stages per California's Foreign Language Framework.  Would be happy to work…
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