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=Innovative Leadership in a Participatory Web 2.0 World= Cheryl Lemke, Metiri Group [] Students are digital natives, but need to know how to connect to resources and learnings. Our time with students is very limited and we need to use that time wisely. DNA of kids: associate, question, observe, experiment, network.

Role of the leader: need to work effectively in learning communities: contribute and learn manage curriculum transform curriculum

1. Own the innovation - don't delegate creative work, do it yourself 2. Drive the change through creativity and knowledge: aquire, participate, create 3. Shift from rules to shared principals: actively facilitate development and adoption of 21st century principles. Flexibility, creativity, and adaptability are the keys to connecting with kids. Making progress and collaborating are the #1 things that motivate kids. 4. Establish a professional learning system, "49 hours of substantial professional development can increase student scores by 21%" Effectiveness of teacher PD: sustained over time, content based, embedded in PLC 5. Shape Culture. Look for positive defiance. A good leader can see when the rules need to be changed. Observe good - watch it, document it. 6. Digital access and infrastructure. Need solid networks and devices, then apps, then policies. 7. Data, assessment, trends and accountability.