Guest Thinkers — February 16, 2011

Guest blogger – David Whale

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I’m pleased to announce that Dr. David Whale, Associate Professor in the Educational Leadership Department at Central Michigan University, will be my guest blogger next week. David is interested in technology leadership, data-driven decision-making, and other K-12 school administration issues and has graciously agreed to join us for a few days. We’re looking forward to your posts, David!

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