I think instead of commenting on the tips I just want to say that this online experience has been great!

I think instead of commenting on the tips I just want to say that this online experience has been great!! I compare it to an all day workshop at a conference. In reflecting on what took place and how much learning took place I can honestly say that this gives F2F workshops at conferences some serious competition.

I love going to conferences.....

But - I found the extended time between sessions gave me time to reflect and think and try out and read other's posts -and communicate in a real way...I'm a little surprised at that.

Of course the presenter is always key but I felt real communication, respect, appreciation happening between participants. The comments and replies were real - not just something that had to be done because of a requirement. Hmm - peer teaching. Of course!! Just like what happens in our classes.

It was a privilege and joy to be part of this experience with you all. I wish you all happiness and success in your different places. Thank you for your generosity. Thank you Penny, Steven, Barbara, James, the whole iTDi team. May you go from strength to strength! Now, disclosure..I'm NOT going to do the stuff for the badge/certificate because that's not what I came here for. I AM going to teach better and I AM going to share what a great experience this was for me! Shalom, Salaam, Peace to all. Claudie.

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  1. Julia BlinovaDecember 2, 2017 at 10:35 PM

    Claudie G I absolutely agree with you. It's been a great experience. Thank you for being part of it

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  2. Day In Day OutDecember 3, 2017 at 1:46 AM

    Yeah. It’s been great to be part of this community. Everyone has been so positive and helpful!

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  3. Scott GrayDecember 3, 2017 at 2:34 AM

    Can't help but agree with you. I think that the repetitive nature of it over time has really helped me. Don't get me wrong I like workshops and training but the regularity of this class with its offline work has helped me a lot

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