
The Power of a PLN with Ilene Winokur, Rachelle Dené Poth, and Livia Chan
In this session, educators explore the impact of a professional learning network (PLN) or professional learning community (PLC) on health, well-being, and professional practice.
Ilene Winokur (@IleneWinokur)
Dr. Winokur is a coach, PD specialist, and author of Journey to Belonging. She’s also host of the podcast, Journeys to Belonging. Visit her website: https://www.ilenewinokur.com/
Rachelle Dené Poth (@Rdene915)
Rachelle is a Spanish and STEAM: Emerging Technology teacher at Riverview High School in Oakmont, PA. Rachelle is also an edtech consultant, presenter, attorney, and the author of seven books, her most recent Things I Wish [...] Knew includes stories from 50 educators. Follow Rachelle's blog at www.Rdene915.com.
Livia Chan (@LiviaChanL)
Livia Chan is a head teacher, writer, and presenter. She is a contributing author of Because of a Teacher who is deeply passionate about the gift of relationships, learning, and leading with heart. Livia believes in fostering the love and joy of learning where all learners are seen, valued, heard, appreciated, inspired, and empowered. Visit here website: https://livchan.com/
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Creators and Guests

Guest
Ilene Winokur AlZaid|#Journey2Belonging
Author|#Journey2Belonging|https://t.co/QyNMJD9S17Wakelet Ambassador|Blogger|Podcaster|PD Specialist|Coach|ISTE|https://t.co/j54DYTBRHp

Guest
Livia Chan, M.Ed
Head Teacher | Author #BecauseOfATeacher | Digital Content Coordinator @TeachBetterTeam #TeachBetter | Make an impact with #AtomicInteractions. ⚛️

Guest
RACHELLE DENÉ POTH |ThriveinEDU #ARVR #AI #AIinEDU
💥ISTE Certified Educator |Teacher| Consultant| Speaker| Attorney | Author | Blogger |#MIEExpert |Nearpod #PioNear| 💥#THRIVEinEDU 💜📚

Producer
Ross Romano
CEO, September Strategies. Co-founder, @BePodcastNet. #EquityAwards Program Chair. Advisor, comms & storytelling strategist for #k12, #nonprofit, #edtech orgs.