Similar to Google's AdSense program, I'm tempted to jump in and start this process, but in no way do I want to jeopardize the integrity of my blog's intent or effort.
Hence, as I move forward, I will begin to do the following:
- First, time is precious. It takes me hours to research, create, implement, assess, and revise apt learning endeavor for my students. In a sense the classroom is the learning lab for students, and for me, as their teacher. That is my first priority at this time--I want to teach children well.
- Next, I am interested in innovation, and I'm happy to be a part of this process particularly if the process will serve children and teachers better. Therefore in the next week or so, I'll develop a response related to these innovators and writers. The response will include the following:
- If the product looks good, I'll ask for a student sample (a colleague has started doing this) with the promise that I'll write about the product on my blog if I find it to be a useful and engaging tool related to student learning. If the product is really good, I'll trade the product for consultation with respect to student-friendly growth and use.
- Also, if a post has merit related to student learning and education, I'll provide space for a guest post on my blog.
- My colleague and/or I will be available to present and consult related to tech integration and STEAM share for a fee or in exchange for conference registration.
- If a post or product shows promise, but needs consultation before use, we'll offer that consultation for a fee since time is limited. I'll use the fee to pay for a service to do work that I'd ordinarily have to do on my own so that I have time to consult. I will work on this with a colleague with similar interests.
- As long as my creations and ideas are inexpensive or free to reproduce, I will continue to share freely. If I begin to create posters and products that require a production cost, I will charge a small fee for those.
- I plan to invite like-interested colleagues into this business plan, move slowly, and keep the intent of teaching children well at the center of the work.
