The Edcamp Model

Exciting professional development that works!

Preface by Peter DeWittIntroduction: Learning is Changing. Is Your PD Keeping Pace?1. Powering Up Professional Learning With the Edcamp Model The Need for Edcamps What Is an Edcamp? What Makes an Edcamp Unique? Tenets of the Edcamp Model Edcamp Philly: A Vignette So... How Do I Attend an Edcamp?2. Does Edcamp Really Work? What Educators Are Saying About Edcamp and Its Exponential Growth The Impact on Student Learning Edcamper in Action: Craig Yen Edcamper in Action: Sean Wheeler Edcamper in Action: Heidi Swiak Edcamper in Action: Laksmi Puspitowardhani The "Yes, Buts..." We¿re Still Learning3. Organizing an Edcamp-Style Event at Your School or District Bring the Benefits of an Edcamp-Style Professional Development to Your School or District Before You Start: Connecting to the Edcamp Community Getting Started Considering Culture Convinving School Leaders Who Are Skeptical of Open Learning Setting the Stage for Success The Day of Your Event: A Step-by-Step Guide Inset: A Helpful Checklist for the Day of Your Event4. Tips for Running a Regional Edcamp Event Recruiting a Diverse Team Securing a Venue Large Enough to Accommodate Regional Attendance Promoting Your Event Fundraising Help Via the Edcamp Foundation5. Final ThoughtsReferences