Poster Session Outline:
Content & Engagement Plan
Content Presented:
Overview of the Virtual Learning Community (VLC) model
Components of Tech My School’s VLC: TechSpectations site, asynchronous micro-courses, Tech Disruptors Competition hub
Planning templates and visual examples of implementation in schools
Coaching strategies that blend in-person and virtual support
How the Audience Will Be Engaged:
Attendees will explore printed visuals, infographics, and screenshots
Live demonstrations of tools (via laptop/tablet) will be available upon request
QR codes will link participants to editable resources and examples
Attendees will be invited to fill in a short planning template to begin outlining their own VLC
Open dialogue with the presenter to answer questions and adapt ideas to each visitor's school context
Time Distribution
0–10 min – Introduction & visual walkthrough of the VLC model
10–30 min – Live conversations, Q&A, tool demos, and participant exploration
30–45 min – Template co-design and peer conversation guided by presenter
45–60 min – Wrap-up conversations, resource access via QR codes, and takeaway reflection prompts
Engagement Tactics
Peer-to-peer dialogue prompted by visual prompts at the table
Device-based access to planning tools and templates via QR codes
Optional reflection question board: “What will your VLC look like?”
Printed takeaway: Quick-start guide for implementing a VLC at their site
After this session, participants will be able to design a basic structure for a Virtual Learning Community, identify tools and strategies to support scalable professional development, and access templates and planning resources to implement or adapt a VLC model in their own school or district context.
1. ISTE Standards for Education Leaders & Coaches (2024)
https://www.iste.org/standards
2. Crompton, H. (2023). Evidence of the ISTE Standards for Educators Leading to Learning Gains
3. Knight, J. (2007). Instructional Coaching: A Partnership Approach to Improving Instruction
4. Knowles, M. et al. (2015). The Adult Learner
5. Gulamhussein, A. (2013). Teaching the Teachers
https://www.nsba.org/-/media/NSBA/File/nsba-teaching-the-teachers-report.pdf
6. Darling-Hammond, L. et al. (2017). Effective Teacher Professional Development
https://learningpolicyinstitute.org/product/effective-teacher-professional-development-report
7. Digital Promise – Micro-credentials for Educator Learning
https://digitalpromise.org/initiative/educator-micro-credentials/
8. Fisher, D. & Frey, N. (2021). The Distance Learning Playbook for School Leaders
9. Garrison, D.R. et al. (2000). Critical Inquiry in a Text-Based Environment
10. Bryk, A. et al. (2015). Learning to Improve: How America’s Schools Can Get Better at Getting Better
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