Here's how you can establish yourself as a thought leader in educational technology.

I see too many edtech experts that aren't really educators, so their tech solutions don't really connect with the users. My recommendation is to *start* with the education, the coaching and the training, so you know what learners & students *actually* need and respond to, and then develop tech expertise from that place.

If you want to stand up as a thought leader in educational technology, you need to have such expertise that people look up to you as an ideal. That means that you need to be immersed in the latest trends, new software, different learning systems, digital tools, etc. related to educational technology. You should also make sure to attend events, lectures, and sessions related to the field to gain more practical knowledge and be aware of what's going on in the industry. Hence, when you build your expertise and know how to implement it, you can establish yourself as a responsible, thought-leader.

Obtenha certificações em plataformas de ensino online (Moodle, Canvas), ferramentas de design instrucional (Articulate Storyline) ou linguagens de programação relevantes (Python, R).

One of the best ways to be a thought leader is to not just talk but also show your insights. This means that with the knowledge you have gained, make sure to put it as opinions, advice, or thoughts about current trends in various blogs, articles, videos, social media platforms, etc. Encourage conversations in the comment box, and make sure that more people come and share their ideas through your post. Thus, your content should make an impact on people's lives, teach them, inform them, or advise them. And when that is done, your audience starts trusting your content's credibility and looks up to you as an efficient, thought-provoking leader.

Escolha um área específica da Tecnologia Educacional que te fascina, como gamificação, inteligência artificial na educação, ou aprendizagem personalizada.

In order to be a thought leader, you need to make sure that your ideas and opinions reach out to the masses. And the best way to do this is by being a part of the educational technology community, networks and groups. Interact and engage with the community; attend their events and workshops; offer your insights on their posts; and share content that sparks debates and meaningful conversations. In fact, you can also reach out and connect with like-minded professionals from these groups, increasing your network. As you do this, people start noticing your valuable insights, start observing your presence, and position you as a respected thought leader with unique perspectives.

Varie os formatos de seu conteúdo para alcançar públicos diferentes. Por exemplo, crie infográficos, ebooks ou webinars. Publique conteúdo regularmente para manter seu público engajado.

Educational technology is an ever-changing field with a constant scope for innovation and improvement. Hence, keeping up with the trends is essential, but using tools and your knowledge to innovate new ideas is always a great step. As you want to position yourself as a strong leader, you should be trying out novel ideas for execution, like developing an app, making new plug-ins, offering solutions to existing problems, etc. Share about your creative projects, approaches, behind-the-scenes failures, and thoughts on social media. It will not only spark a conversation but will also help people know about your expertise in the field and see you as a great thought leader.

Utilize plataformas como LinkedIn, Twitter e Facebook para construir relacionamentos e compartilhar seu trabalho. Trabalhe em projetos colaborativos com outros profissionais para ampliar sua rede e aprender com os outros.

Another way to position yourself as a thought leader is by offering mentorship. When you guide professionals, employees, or enthusiasts in this field and share your insights and ideas with them, they start picturing you as an expert. Make sure to share your story, your journey, and your thoughts about the field, invite more people to come and learn under your guidance, and offer you feedback to work on. This will help the mentees see you as a responsible thought leader who is open to suggestions and listens to others's perspectives as well.

O papel de um líder de pensamento em Tecnologia Educacional é influenciar a forma como a tecnologia é utilizada para aprimorar o ensino e a aprendizagem. Para alcançar essa posição, é preciso mais do que apenas conhecimento técnico; é necessário construir uma reputação sólida, compartilhar suas ideias e inspirar outros.