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Susan M. Bearden, CETL

@sbearden.bsky.social
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Educator, Technologist, Marketing Director, Dog Mom! Personal account, views are mine. #EdTech #CyberSecurity

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Joyce Whitby @joywhitby.bsky.social · 21/03/2025
Calling all #educators on BlueSky - here is a list of my top #Edtech people to follow #FF #FollowFriday @edusky.bsky.social @mcchaus.bsky.social @tomwhitby.bsky.social @classtechtips.com @shannonmmiller.bsky.social @kshelton.bsky.social @ritaferrandino.bsky.social @sbearden.bsky.social
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cosnweb.bsky.social @cosnweb.bsky.social · 19/03/2025
🚨 Looking for #CETL leaders to share your insight! CoSN is updating the CETL® exam & needs your expertise to align it with today’s industry standards. Take the survey by March 23 - bit.ly/3DTKXVz #Leadership #CETL #EdTech @keithkrueger.bsky.social @sbearden.bsky.social
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cosnweb.bsky.social @cosnweb.bsky.social · 13/03/2025
🚨 Attention #EdTech leaders! CoSN is updating the CETL® exam and needs your insights to ensure it reflects today’s industry practices. Help us reshape the future of CETL® certification💡 🔗 www.surveymonkey.com/r/cosnjobana... #EdTech #Leadership #CETL @keithkrueger.bsky.social @sbearden.bsky.social
Attention EdTech leaders! CoSN is updating the CETL® exam and needs your insights to ensure it reflects today’s industry practices. Help us reshape the future of CETL® certification
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Susan M. Bearden, CETL @sbearden.bsky.social · 08/03/2025
Great opportunity - check it out! #EdTech #AI
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Susan M. Bearden, CETL @sbearden.bsky.social · 17/01/2025
Good morning #FETC! Grab your coffee and head over to S330F to learn more about the 2024 National #EdTech Plan and you you can implement the principles in your school or district!
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southjoseph.bsky.social @southjoseph.bsky.social · 17/01/2025
🙌 Excited to share the inaugural edition of my 🎇 Learning Sparks 🎇 newsletter! I discuss a variety of topics drawing from my engagement with the education innovation community, with the goal of sparking new thinking, sharing, and learning. Please subscribe! ✍ www.linkedin.com/pulse/purpos...
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Purpose-Driven Expertise: The future of learning is purposeful!
Learning Sparks Newsletter by Joseph South 1st Edition Topics: Purpose Driven Expertise Development and the state of EdTech quality for learning innovation
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Susan M. Bearden, CETL @sbearden.bsky.social · 16/01/2025
BOOK SIGNING HAPPENING NOW AT FETC! Get your free copy of “Architech: Laying the Foundation for EdTech Coaching” with authors @smilelearning.bsky.social and @ajbloomedtech.bsky.social at the Identity Automation booth, #FETC Expo hall booth 1736 in the Cybersecurity Pavilion!
Authors Laurie Guyon and Aimee Bloom sign copies of their book at the Identity Automation booth at FETC.
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Susan M. Bearden, CETL @sbearden.bsky.social · 16/01/2025
In 20 MINUTES! Come get a free, signed copy of Architech: Laying the Foundation for EdTech coaching with authors @smilelearning.bsky.social and @ajbloomedtech.bsky.social! Join us at the @identityauto.bsky.social booth #FETC Expo Hall booth #1736 in the CyberSecurity Pavilion!
Promotional picture of the book "ArchiTech: Laying the Foundation for EdTech Coaching" by Aimee Bloom and Laurie Guyon with white text on a blue background. Available at www.sfactor.link/architech
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Rita Ferrandino @ritaferrandino.bsky.social · 16/01/2025
Strong women lift each other up. 💪✨ When women network to empower & support one another, we all rise together! Pleased to co-host this year's DOLS Women in Education annual FETC - Future of Education Technology Conference Meetup.
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Susan M. Bearden, CETL @sbearden.bsky.social · 14/01/2025
Are you headed to FETC this week? I'll be hosting a workshop about the National Educational Technology Plan on Friday, 1/17 from 8-10 am in South 330F. Let's brainstorm how to incorporate the principles of the NETP in your school or district! #EdTech #FETC
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Emily Camar @emilyandedtech.bsky.social · 08/01/2025
As we get closer to #FETC2025, make sure you check out this amazing resource doc! 📄 Whether you're promoting your session or planning to attend mixers, this doc has something for everyone. #EduSky #EdTech #FETC
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Susan M. Bearden, CETL @sbearden.bsky.social · 09/12/2024
Important read. AI Predators: What Schools Should Know and Do www.techlearning.com/news/ai-pred... #EdTech #DigCit #Parenting
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Dr. Rachelle Dené Poth, Esq. @rdene915.bsky.social · 08/12/2024
Recent post for @edutopia.org www.edutopia.org/article/cybe... #education #edchat #edtech #cybersecurity #cybersafety #educhat #EduSky
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Increasing Cybersecurity on Your Campus
Administrators, teachers, and students all have important roles to play in protecting sensitive student and educator data.
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Education Technology News @edtechnews.bsky.social · 03/12/2024
Phishing-as-a-Service Attacks on the Rise, Report Warns #edusky #edtech #teachers #education #educators
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Phishing-as-a-Service Attacks on the Rise, Report Warns -- THE Journal
Cybersecurity researchers at Trustwave have identified a surge in malicious e-mail campaigns leveraging Rockstar 2FA, a phishing-as-a-service (PhaaS) toolkit designed to steal Microsoft 365 credentials.
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Susan M. Bearden, CETL @sbearden.bsky.social · 02/12/2024
Does your school system receive E-Rate funding? E-Rate & other USF programs are at risk from court challenges. SHLB is collecting stories to demonstrate the value. ⭐ Please share your stories using the link below & encourage others to do the same! ⭐ docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... #EdTech #EduSky
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Storytelling Questions: Impact of the E-Rate and Rural Health Care Programs
The Universal Service Fund (USF) provides critical funding that enables schools, libraries, and healthcare providers to connect to affordable high-speed broadband. This connectivity ensures that stud...
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Eric Wenninger @ericwenninger.bsky.social · 30/11/2024
Hello #edusky! My name is Eric. I teach ELL and Spanish. I’d love to connect with other educators here.
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Tony Vincent @tonyvincent.bsky.social · 29/11/2024
Here's my attempt to get educators who were used to Twitter up to speed with Bluesky. #EduSky 💬 Character and media limits #️⃣ Edu hashtags 📝 Customizable feeds 🕑 Realtime chats 🚫 Ads, bookmarking, scheduling 👥 Starter Packs 🧩 Sky Follower extension learninginhand.com/blog/2024/11...
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The Butterfly Effect: Bluesky Basics for Teachers — Learning in Hand with Tony Vincent
Curious about the buzz on Bluesky? Discover how this decentralized platform is bringing educators together with familiar features, fresh possibilities, and hashtags like #EduSky that are sparking vibr...
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eSchool News @eschoolnews.bsky.social · 27/11/2024
What exactly are cybersecurity auditors looking for? Multi-factor authentication (MFA), secure backups, and vulnerability/endpoint protection are just a few: www.eschoolnews.com/it-leadershi... #edtech #IT #K12IT #cybersecurity
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How to prepare for a school cybersecurity audit
A school cybersecurity audit can help provide assurance that your school IT environment is secure and IT staff are aware of critical info.
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Susan M. Bearden, CETL @sbearden.bsky.social · 27/11/2024
@jaimedonally.bsky.social YAY! So happy to see you here ♥️
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Tony Vincent @tonyvincent.bsky.social · 26/11/2024
Tip Tuesday! Want to see where a Bitly or TinyURL will redirect you without following the link? Add a plus sign to the end of the URL. The full web address will be displayed (then you can decide if you're going to click it). #EduSky #EdTech
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Abid Patel @abidpatel.com · 24/11/2024
This is 100% true! 😎😜😂 #EduSky #EdTech #ITjustworks
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Susan M. Bearden, CETL @sbearden.bsky.social · 27/11/2024
K12 leaders, stay abreast of this court case impacting the future of E-Rate funds! #K12 #EdTech www.edweek.org/policy-polit...
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Billions of School Tech Dollars At Risk as Supreme Court Takes Up E-Rate Case
The U.S. Supreme Court will take up a lower-court decision that struck down the funding mechanism for the E-rate school internet program.
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Susan M. Bearden, CETL @sbearden.bsky.social · 26/11/2024
Very interesting read. I have never paid a dime to land on a "top edtech influencers" list, but some do indeed charge a fee. Many of the "top edtech product" lists you see are also pay-to-play. www.edweek.org/technology/o... #EdTech #EduSky
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How to Become an Ed-Tech Visionary Without Really Trying (Opinion)
Beware of PR grifters eager to turn education pros into A-list-worthy celebs. (And read the fine print.)
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Jordyn Zimmerman @jordynbzim.bsky.social · 17/11/2024
Introduction for new followers: I mostly share on education, accessible technology, and disability. A few months ago, I was grateful to share a piece of my story on CBS Mornings. 1/2
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Nonspeaking autistic woman embarks on journey to advocate for disability rights
At 29 years old, Jordyn Zimmerman is autistic and nonspeaking but she's making her voice heard on some of the most prestigious stages. Jamie Wax sat down with Zimmerman in her first broadcast televisi...
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Susan M. Bearden, CETL @sbearden.bsky.social · 24/11/2024
Good Morning NYSCATE! Come say hi to me and Jack at the @identityauto.bsky.social booth 811!!
Susan Bearden and Jack Welling sit at an exhibit hall table with a purple tablecloth that says “Identity Automation.” The table has different types of conference swag on it including orange and blue fishes representing PhishID anti-phishing protection.
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SpedTechMia @techmia.bsky.social · 24/11/2024
Hi #EdTech #FETC friends! Please join us in the #AltTextChallenge & make descriptions for your photos & memes so that all people - including those who use screen readers- can enjoy your content. In #BlueSky go to Settings>Accessibility>Alt-text & turn on the reminder. Let's make #InclusiveEdTech
Accessibility Settings in Bluesky. first heading is alt text. Button for require alt text before posting is turned on
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Susan M. Bearden, CETL @sbearden.bsky.social · 23/11/2024
I’m headed to #NYSCATE this weekend and look forward to seeing everyone! Come find me at the #digcit playground and the identityauto.bsky.social booth!
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Identity Automation (@identityauto.bsky.social)
Empowering educators and students everywhere with access to secure, agile learning environments.
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Dean Stokes @deanjstokes.com · 22/11/2024
Great tip - thanks for sharing @alicekeeler.com! It was so annoying when QR code creation got buried. Screenshot of where to find it (or use the link in Alice's replies):
Click the 'more' menu on the right of the Chrome toolbar. Then choose 'More tools' then 'Customise Chrome'
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Eric Curts @ericcurts.bsky.social · 18/11/2024
Looking to find your flock on Bluesky? Check out the Bluesky Directory at blueskydirectory.com/starter-pack... with over 47K Starter Packs. Type in your search term, such as EdTech or Google, and find starter packs of people to follow who share your interests. #edusky #edtech
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Michael Freeman @afreeparticle.com · 19/11/2024
🍎 CamelCase (Capitalizing each word in a multi-word hashtag like #EduSky not #edusky) will allow screen readers to more accurately read hashtags and makes your posts accessible to: 🍎 blind people 🍎 people with partial sight 🍎 dyslexic people 🍎 people who enjoy using screen readers
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Becky Keene 🦋 @beckykeene.com · 17/11/2024
A little Sunday reading with my thoughts on Bluesky, perfect for sharing with newbies and those considering joining. If you subscribe to my blog or newsletter you got this in your inbox today already! #Edusky beckykeene.com/2024/11/16/b...
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Blue skies ahead?
As educators, we’re all managing full lives. Adding another social media platform isn’t a decision to take lightly. Yet as Bluesky gains momentum, with thousands of new users joining da…
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Susan M. Bearden, CETL @sbearden.bsky.social · 17/11/2024
@sharonplante.bsky.social Welcome to BlueSky!
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Jennifer Casa-Todd @jcasatodd.bsky.social · 17/11/2024
Ooh follow this thread #EduSky Some excellent podcast recommendations.
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Alice Keeler @alicekeeler.com · 17/11/2024
Once you're following people ... suggestion to MOVE "Discover" in your feeds list. Click on FEEDS on the left side Click on EDIT in upper right Move feeds into the order that matters to you. My first feed is FOLLOWING so I see that FIRST. #EduSky
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Susan M. Bearden, CETL @sbearden.bsky.social · 17/11/2024
I am so much fun reconnecting with people whose tweets I hadn’t seen for ages due to Twitter’s awful algorithms. It makes my heart happy ♥️ I look forward to making new friends, here, too!! #EduSky
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Wesley Lombardo @edtechirl.com · 15/11/2024
An attacker has your school’s username list—what’s their next move? 🤔 In Part 2 of our Initial Access series, we explore how attackers exploit weak credentials and how to stop them 👉 www.edtechirl.com/p/gaining-in... #CyberSecurity #EdTech #Microsoft365 #PasswordSecurity #K12Cyber #EdTechIRL
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Gaining Initial Access Part 2: Password Spray Attack Detection, Defense, and Execution
What does an attacker do once they have target accounts?
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Alice Keeler @alicekeeler.com · 14/11/2024
If you have a Twitter account (won't ever be calling it X) Go to the settings to DISABLE training Grok AI on your data x.com/settings/gro...
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Glenn Waddell, Jr. Ph.D. @gwaddell.bsky.social · 13/11/2024
Hello all those new to the #EduSky and Bluesky communities. If you haven't tried it yet, you may want to login via deck.blue. It is a tweetdeck for the BlueSky platform. You can also try the OpenVibe app. It allows for BlueSky and Mastodon usage in same app. www.zdnet.com/article/how-...
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Karly Moura @karlymoura.com · 13/11/2024
👋🏻 Welcome to all of the new #EduSky friends!!! If you're just getting started these tips might help. 💙 Tip 1/4 Join the #EduSky community by filling out this form ⬇️ docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... (Started and maintained by @alicekeeler.com)
Welcome to #EduSky
Have a profile picture
Create a bio that indicates you're an educator
Make a post with the #EduSky Hashtag
Join the tinyurl/edusky spreadsheet using the form
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