Navigating the Toggled Term

Matthew Rhoads, Ed.D., is a practicing Educational Specialist at a secondary school and a University Lecturer on Educational Technology and Teacher Candidate Supervisor in San Diego, California. He received his doctorate in Educational Leadership from Concordia University, Irvine. Dr. Rhoads was recognized by San Diego CUE as the 2020 Innovator of the Year for his innovative instructional integrations with technology to amplify student learning. He currently runs a blog on educational technology and instruction and is active on Twitter @mattrhoads1990.

List of Tables – Foreword – Preface – Acknowledgments – List of Abbreviations – Introduction: Navigating the Toggled Term – Building and Refining an Online Instructional Infrastructure – Differentiating Instruction, Special Education, and Student and Family Engagement During a Toggled Term – Instructional Models and Organizational Frameworks, and Planning During a Toggled Term – Professional Development and Educator Self- Care During a Toggled Term – Conclusion: Navigating the Toggled Term – Contributing Author Biographies – Index.

"As I read the book, I found myself appreciating the teacher vignettes that were included in each chapter. As a Director of Educational Technology, I've yet to crack the code for how to best draw out teachers' thinking behind their technology choices so that it is visible to others. I imagine that this book could serve as a resource to teachers who thirst for professional conversations around technology and instruction. Additionally, time and time again, Dr. Rhoads circles back to what becomes a consistent theme of the book: Let instruction drive your choices with technology integration."—Zach Groshell, Director of Educational Technology

“Dr. Rhoads has that rare element of expertise with educational technology combined with daily classroom experience and application. You can be assured that everything Dr. Rhoads speaks to in his books is based on countless interactions with students and personal reflection that continues to refine his instructional practice with educational technology. Dr. Rhoads’s vision for building an online instructional infrastructure is accessible and adaptable to any level of experience—from the novice ‘techie’ to those with deep knowledge and a broad repertoire of technology application. Dr. Rhoads is a forward thinker, always enthusiastic and generous in sharing his knowledge, and definitely someone to follow via Twitter or his blog.”—Mary Waldrow, Professor at San Diego State University and Former K–12 Principal

“Dr. Rhoads’s education leadership begins with his own curiosity. A passionate educator who extends far beyond the walls of the class to deliver the best and most innovative practices to his students, Matt is truly a trailblazer and a teacher we all can be learning from.”—Philip Cutler, Chief Executive Officer, PAPER

“Dr. Rhoads is a brilliant mind, committed to the excellence of our students, educators, and school communities. His knowledge and use of educational technology are innovative, precise and an incredible contribution to K-12 education.”—Malikah Nu'Man, Ed.D., Transition Teacher Coordinator

“I am recommending Dr. Rhoads and his work due to its range of information on educational technology to introduce or increase the level of technology knowledge for student teachers and teachers. It closes the gaps that exist in using EdTech tools in asynchronous and synchronous instruction.”—Lupe H. Buell, Ph.D., Single Subject Bilingual Program Coordinator & Lecturer, College of Education, San Diego State and Former K–12 Principal