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PaulSolarz - Moderator Sep 19 @ 8:00 PM EDT

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yenneam Sep 19 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Ann from Coloado Springs here. #5thchat

MrBaskwill Sep 19 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Nick Baskwill NS Canada #5thchat

DuffieBeth Sep 19 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Beth from SC #5thchat

MrsKToms Sep 19 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Karyn Toms- Cincinnati, OH #5thchat

JRose_Edu Sep 19 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Jacqueline- EdTech Coach from TX. Excited to be here! #FWEDChat #5thchat

MsLama5th Sep 19 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Ms. Lama 5th from North Carolina #5thchat

EdTechEmmele Sep 19 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hello! Cat Emmele (MLE) from Fort Worth TX. Technology Learning Coach! HS level and ELA specialties. #fwedchat #5thchat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 7:59 PM EDT

Welcome to #5thchat and a special group #FWEDChat joining in on the fun tonight. Please state your name and where/what you teach!

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Dan Reichard from Stafford County, VA. 5th grade teacher. #5thchat

DuffieBeth Sep 19 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Follow us @DuffieClass #5thchat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Please use both the hashtag #5thchat & #FWEDChat in your tweets tonight!

Teachintjay Sep 19 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Terry, Fourth Grade, Alabama #5thchat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:03 PM EDT

1st question coming up in 1 minute! #5thchat #FWEDchat

edtech_renegade Sep 19 @ 8:04 PM EDT

This should be neat - participating in the combined #5thchat and #FWEdChat while watching the MSFTEduChat.

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Question 1! #5thchat #FWEDChat

megzieb2 Sep 19 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Meg from VA #5thchat #fwedchat

DuffieBeth Sep 19 @ 8:05 PM EDT

I should mention that we are departmentalized. I teach math & science-1st yr in 5th grade-18 yrs in 1st & 2nd #BIGjump #5thchat

1to1TaraKissel Sep 19 @ 8:05 PM EDT

A1: Engagment, noise, excitment, refelction #5thchat #FWedchat

MrBaskwill Sep 19 @ 8:06 PM EDT

A1: When the Ss and Ts both don't want it to stop! #FWEDchat #5thchat

1to1TaraKissel Sep 19 @ 8:06 PM EDT

I am Tara Kissel, I work for Fort Worth ISD as a Technology Learning Coach. I used to teach 8th grade English. #5thchat #FWEDChat

1to1Andy Sep 19 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1: I never forget when I make mistakes, so a lesson that has room for mistakes and exploration. #FWEDChat #5thchat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Question 1! #5thchat #FWEDChat

edtech_renegade Sep 19 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1 - If the Ss are engaged, excited, learning, and esp. if they are still talking about it at the end of the year. #5thchat #FWEdChat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Question 1! #5thchat #FWEDChat

beverlyedtech Sep 19 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1 participation engagement out of the box I still remember painting on the actual floor in kinder 55 years ago #5thchat #fwedchat

Teachintjay Sep 19 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1: Outside the box energizing props galore different media all students' hands on deck! #5thchat

MrsKToms Sep 19 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1: when Ss are engaged, conversations are flowing, reflections are made...overall excitement is priceless. #5thchat

1to1MC Sep 19 @ 8:07 PM EDT

#5thchat a1: multi step projects that are shown or presented to the class or faculty #fwedchat

yenneam Sep 19 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1: Students owning the work, being excited about what they're learning, having productive conversation. #5thchat

EdTechEmmele Sep 19 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1: It makes a connection with the Ss. The lesson transcends the moment and applies in other moments. #5thchat #fwedchat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Question 1! #5thchat #FWEDChat

MsLama5th Sep 19 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1- When Ss are excited and learning at the same time and everything that was planned out works! #5thchat

EdTechAlli Sep 19 @ 8:08 PM EDT

An unforgettable LE is #studentdriven Ss are involved and excited. #FWedchat #5thchat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Question 1! #5thchat #FWEDChat

khechara Sep 19 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1. Characteristics of an unforgettable lesson- Kids led. Well planned/facilitated. S questions drove deeper learning #5thchat #FWEDChat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Question 1! #5thchat #FWEDChat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Question 2 coming up in 2 minutes! #5thchat #FWEDChat

DuffieBeth Sep 19 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1: when the Ss beg for more & when they talk about it at home #5thchat

JRose_Edu Sep 19 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1: Personalization, excitement, struggle, connections, failures, & successes. #FWEDChat #5thchat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Question 1! #5thchat #FWEDChat

pjcerullo Sep 19 @ 8:09 PM EDT

The engagement! I remember writing poetry in 5th grade. #5thchat

megzieb2 Sep 19 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: Student Engagement and hands on learning is key for that unforgettable learning experience! #5thchat #FWEDChat

TaylorAFunk Sep 19 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Taylor Funk - 5th grade resource room in a co-teaching model. New position this year, still calibrating my role. Michigan #5thchat

johnbriese Sep 19 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: Getting out of your normal routine, movement, changing environments, or repurposing your normal environment helps. #fwedchat #5thchat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Question 1! #5thchat #FWEDChat

EdTechEmmele Sep 19 @ 8:10 PM EDT

#FWEDChat #5thchat A1: And sometimes it's just catchy. I still say "Principals are your Pals" in my head when I write the word.

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Question 2! Now it is time to share some of those EPIC learning experiences. #5thchat #FWEDchat

christyallen931 Sep 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT

#5thchat Application to real life.

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Question 1! #5thchat #FWEDChat

edtechkimbrown Sep 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT

#5thchat #fwedchat A1: hands on, engaging, well planned. Student centered

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Question 1! #5thchat #FWEDChat

JeanOttoEdTech Sep 19 @ 8:12 PM EDT

#FWedchat #5thchat Students demand of a 4th grade teacher "What's next!!" Way to go Connie at M.L.P using G.

edtech_renegade Sep 19 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A2: I’ll admit it - when as a T I messed up and proved that I can be just as human as everyone else. :-) #5thchat #FWEdChat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Question 2! Now it is time to share some of those EPIC learning experiences. #5thchat #FWEDchat

johnbriese Sep 19 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Ss led activities are so crucial. Make them an essential part of the learning, and let Ts facilitate #fwedchat #5thchat

In reply to @khechara

MrBaskwill Sep 19 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A2: amazing maker challenges - some stand alone like building a model tiny home - others with our gamification like watch towers #5thchat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:13 PM EDT

This is so important! #5thchat #FWEDChat

In reply to @edtech_renegade

edtechjim Sep 19 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A1: real world experience and offers fulfillment through success #FWEDChat #5thchat

In reply to @reichardrock

MrsKToms Sep 19 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A2: Ss overnight camp for 3days/2nights. Hands on learning that fits curric. Those Ss that struggle excel. Asked fav-all reply camp!#5thchat

DuffieBeth Sep 19 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A2: Connecting our school compost pile to our ecosystems unit & @Wonderopolis for the day. Total #engagement #5thchat

JRose_Edu Sep 19 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Yep! Students leading their own learning are going 2 personalize their learning path &truly internalize those experiences #FWEDChat #5thchat

khechara Sep 19 @ 8:08 PM EDT
A1. Characteristics of an unforgettable lesson- Kids led. Well planned/facilitated. S questions drove deeper learning #5thchat #FWEDChat
- reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:04 PM EDT
  
  Question 1! #5thchat #FWEDChat

pjcerullo Sep 19 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Used minecraft to bring the Wizard of Oz to life or Acting out the Tell Tale Heart using a play in an hour. #5thchat

1to1MC Sep 19 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A2: displayed their art work for a major school event where there were lots of parents and grandparents #FWEdChat #5thchat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Question 2! Now it is time to share some of those EPIC learning experiences. #5thchat #FWEDchat

EdTechEmmele Sep 19 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A2: We put on a trial for the characters in Antigone. Costumes, scripts, video, roles, admin as visitors. We were ALL IN. #fwedchat #5thchat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Question 2! Now it is time to share some of those EPIC learning experiences. #5thchat #FWEDchat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Being "ALL IN" is so important!! #5thchat #FWEDchat

EdTechEmmele Sep 19 @ 8:14 PM EDT
A2: We put on a trial for the characters in Antigone. Costumes, scripts, video, roles, admin as visitors. We were ALL IN. #fwedchat #5thchat
- reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT
  
  Question 2! Now it is time to share some of those EPIC learning experiences. #5thchat #FWEDchat

yenneam Sep 19 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A2: Ongoing learning experience partnered with @ClassroomChamps - life-changing connections with Olympic athletes. #5thchat

massignmenthelp Sep 19 @ 8:15 PM EDT

The Complete Guide to UK Car Driving Theory Test https://t.co/skWVo4OBdl #edulive #2ndaryELA #5thchat

AssignmentHelpN Sep 19 @ 8:15 PM EDT

The SAMR Model: Effective Technology Integration in Classrooms https://t.co/N8NF3byMeG #edulive #2ndaryELA #5thchat

EdTechAlli Sep 19 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2: Having Ss teach their classmates in different ways. They thought process is always amazing! #FWedchat #5thchat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Question 2! Now it is time to share some of those EPIC learning experiences. #5thchat #FWEDchat

MsLama5th Sep 19 @ 8:15 PM EDT

This year was when I introduced Ozobots to my Ss and to see their excitement when they figured out how to code them on their own. #5thchat

1to1TaraKissel Sep 19 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2: Student slaming LOTF on my desk angry that I did not perpare him for Piggy's death #Spoilers #5thchat #FWEDChat

JRose_Edu Sep 19 @ 8:15 PM EDT

Same. (Thanks, Saved by the Bell) #FWISDTech #5thchat

EdTechEmmele Sep 19 @ 8:10 PM EDT

#FWEDChat #5thchat A1: And sometimes it's just catchy. I still say "Principals are your Pals" in my head when I write the word.

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Question 3 comes up in 1 minute!! #5thchat #FWEDchat

EdTechEmmele Sep 19 @ 8:16 PM EDT

The best part was that I told them the project and the expectations and they did the rest. It turned out fantastic. #fwedchat #5thchat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:14 PM EDT
Being "ALL IN" is so important!! #5thchat #FWEDchat
- EdTechEmmele Sep 19 @ 8:14 PM EDT
  
  A2: We put on a trial for the characters in Antigone. Costumes, scripts, video, roles, admin as visitors. We were ALL IN. #fwedchat #5thchat
  
  reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT
  
  Question 2! Now it is time to share some of those EPIC learning experiences. #5thchat #FWEDchat

yenneam Sep 19 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: Mock Trial - The people vs. the Emperor from Emperor's New Clothes. #5thchat

JeanOttoEdTech Sep 19 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A:2 Having PreK- 2nd grade students create campus morning videos everyday #FWEDChat #5thChat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Question 2! Now it is time to share some of those EPIC learning experiences. #5thchat #FWEDchat

johnbriese Sep 19 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Awesome!!! #fwedchat #5thchat

EdTechEmmele Sep 19 @ 8:14 PM EDT
A2: We put on a trial for the characters in Antigone. Costumes, scripts, video, roles, admin as visitors. We were ALL IN. #fwedchat #5thchat
- reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT
  
  Question 2! Now it is time to share some of those EPIC learning experiences. #5thchat #FWEDchat

edtechjim Sep 19 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: program performances in which students knew they excelled and enjoyed accolades. #FWEDChat #5thchat

In reply to @reichardrock

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Question #3: Now time for some reflection. How can we power up a lesson? #5thchat #FWEDchat

johnbriese Sep 19 @ 8:18 PM EDT

I did this to my 9th grade English teacher when Lennie died in Of Mice and Men #fwedchat #5thchat

In reply to @1to1TaraKissel

Teachintjay Sep 19 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2: I think my classroom court trials are up there #5thchat

khechara Sep 19 @ 8:18 PM EDT

EPIC? Winter Wonderland themed literacy night...literacy stations, free books, letter writing and snow ❄️ EPIC @SpringISD #5thChat #FWEDChat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Question 2! Now it is time to share some of those EPIC learning experiences. #5thchat #FWEDchat

EdTechEmmele Sep 19 @ 8:19 PM EDT

#FWEDChat #5thchat Q2 reminded me of a LEP Stu who stayed after school to "practice" speaking his part in the trial so he could do his part.

JRose_Edu Sep 19 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2: Held a poetry slam for my students at a local coffee shop & invited the community #5thchat #fwedchat

MrBaskwill Sep 19 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A3: Trying to make it relevant to the lives of Ss in the class, add some music/video to draw in some #5thchat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Awesome idea!! Bringing authenticity to the learning experience! #5thchat #FWEDchat

JRose_Edu Sep 19 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2: Held a poetry slam for my students at a local coffee shop & invited the community #5thchat #fwedchat

1to1Andy Sep 19 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2: 5 years ago, my Tech Apps students created a podcast network at my school in lieu of presentations. #Fwedchat #5thchat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Question 2! Now it is time to share some of those EPIC learning experiences. #5thchat #FWEDchat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:20 PM EDT

YES! Awesome way to make learning EPIC! #5thchat #FWEDchat

khechara Sep 19 @ 8:18 PM EDT
EPIC? Winter Wonderland themed literacy night...literacy stations, free books, letter writing and snow ❄️ EPIC @SpringISD #5thChat #FWEDChat
- reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT
  
  Question 2! Now it is time to share some of those EPIC learning experiences. #5thchat #FWEDchat

beverlyedtech Sep 19 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A3 Have students decide how the lesson should be taught, redirect the topic to be a song or poem #5thchat #fwedchat

MrsKToms Sep 19 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A3: design lesson to meet needs of all learners. Offer choice #5thchat

JeanOttoEdTech Sep 19 @ 8:20 PM EDT

#FWEDchat #5thchat Facilitate, don't lead. Listen, don't tell. Enjoy & Trust Ss to let you know what they need.

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Question #3: Now time for some reflection. How can we power up a lesson? #5thchat #FWEDchat

megzieb2 Sep 19 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A3: Power up by collaborating with colleagues and bouncing off ideas from one another! #5thchat #FWEDChat

khechara Sep 19 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A2: EPIC Chick-fil-A family learning night #FWEDChat #5thChat @FWISDCurriculum

EdTechEmmele Sep 19 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A3: #5thchat #fwedchat Why not ask the kids? "What would super charge this project?" "What does an awesome job look like?"

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Question #3: Now time for some reflection. How can we power up a lesson? #5thchat #FWEDchat

1to1MC Sep 19 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A lot of times by making it digital it's way more interesting for the students #FWedchat #5thchat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Question #3: Now time for some reflection. How can we power up a lesson? #5thchat #FWEDchat

sellason Sep 19 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A2: Learning and presenting poems from Where the Sidewalk Ends. Ss ❤️ them #FWedchat #5thchat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Question 2! Now it is time to share some of those EPIC learning experiences. #5thchat #FWEDchat

MsLama5th Sep 19 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A3- I teach many of the same S.S content as @PaulSolarz and was excited to read new ways to engage Ss more. Ex Westward Expansion #5thchat

yenneam Sep 19 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A3: Give Ss the standards framework and let them have choice in how they demonstrate understanding. #5thchat

DuffieBeth Sep 19 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Agree! Choice is #key #5thchat

MrsKToms Sep 19 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A3: design lesson to meet needs of all learners. Offer choice #5thchat

edtechritter Sep 19 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A1: Students actively engaged in the learning leads to a great lesson. #fwedchat #5thchat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Question 1! #5thchat #FWEDChat

EdTechAlli Sep 19 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Stepping back and letting Ss have more ownership and decision making. It's ok to release control. #FWedchat #5thChat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Question #3: Now time for some reflection. How can we power up a lesson? #5thchat #FWEDchat

edtech_renegade Sep 19 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3: Have to agree with this. Let Ss help direct how they would represent what they learned in whatever media they chose. #5thchat #FWEdChat

EdTechEmmele Sep 19 @ 8:21 PM EDT
A3: #5thchat #fwedchat Why not ask the kids? "What would super charge this project?" "What does an awesome job look like?"
- reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:18 PM EDT
  
  Question #3: Now time for some reflection. How can we power up a lesson? #5thchat #FWEDchat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Question #4 is coming up in 2 minutes. This chat is EPIC! #5thchat #FWEDchat

1to1Andy Sep 19 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3: I wanted to take my podcast lesson and have students record their grandparents' stories, ala @StoryCorps. #FWedchat #5thchat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Question #3: Now time for some reflection. How can we power up a lesson? #5thchat #FWEDchat

khechara Sep 19 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3- Embed research as an ongoing part of the learning process and let students use devices to find answers to questions #5thChat #FWEDChat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Question #3: Now time for some reflection. How can we power up a lesson? #5thchat #FWEDchat

teachcaudill Sep 19 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Sorry I'm late #5thchat James from KY

In reply to @PaulSolarz

JRose_Edu Sep 19 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3: My eternal swan song- Ask. The. Students. They're the experts on what engages them! Plus they're free 😬 #FWEDChat #5thchat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Question #3: Now time for some reflection. How can we power up a lesson? #5thchat #FWEDchat

edtechjim Sep 19 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3: student voice, student choice. Students take ownership of the learning they construct. #fwedchat #5thchat

In reply to @reichardrock

johnbriese Sep 19 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3: I enjoy sharing the learning goals with Ss then brainstorming as a group real world examples of how it could be used #fwedchat #5thchat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Question #3: Now time for some reflection. How can we power up a lesson? #5thchat #FWEDchat

EdTechEmmele Sep 19 @ 8:24 PM EDT

#fwedchat #5thchat Once I even let the Ss create a list of projects ideas for them to choose from after a novel. They made the rubrics, too.

edtech_renegade Sep 19 @ 8:23 PM EDT
A3: Have to agree with this. Let Ss help direct how they would represent what they learned in whatever media they chose. #5thchat #FWEdChat
- EdTechEmmele Sep 19 @ 8:21 PM EDT
  
  A3: #5thchat #fwedchat Why not ask the kids? "What would super charge this project?" "What does an awesome job look like?"
  
  reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:18 PM EDT
  
  Question #3: Now time for some reflection. How can we power up a lesson? #5thchat #FWEDchat

edtechritter Sep 19 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Best learning came when the opportunity arose naturally - not planned. #5thchat #fwedchat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Question 2! Now it is time to share some of those EPIC learning experiences. #5thchat #FWEDchat

andrea_m_clark Sep 19 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A small moment story to share with my students: https://t.co/U1yKBqlVDT. #sol17 #teacherlife #writingprompt #elemchat #5thchat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Question 4- Going beyond the classroom walls is EPIC! Let's talk about it! #5thchat #FWEDchat

barisimmons Sep 19 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A1: The students have fun and they make connections to their lives or the world. Comments like "The period is over already?" #5thchat

edtech_renegade Sep 19 @ 8:26 PM EDT

That’s what I did with the novel my 6th grade magnet students would read near the end of the yr. #5thchat #FWEdChat

EdTechEmmele Sep 19 @ 8:24 PM EDT
#fwedchat #5thchat Once I even let the Ss create a list of projects ideas for them to choose from after a novel. They made the rubrics, too.
- edtech_renegade Sep 19 @ 8:23 PM EDT
  
  A3: Have to agree with this. Let Ss help direct how they would represent what they learned in whatever media they chose. #5thchat #FWEdChat
  
  EdTechEmmele Sep 19 @ 8:21 PM EDT
  
  A3: #5thchat #fwedchat Why not ask the kids? "What would super charge this project?" "What does an awesome job look like?"
  
  reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:18 PM EDT
  
  Question #3: Now time for some reflection. How can we power up a lesson? #5thchat #FWEDchat

teachcaudill Sep 19 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A1) anything they go home and talk positively about. #5thchat

edtechritter Sep 19 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3: get the students involved in choosing and creating the proof of their learning. #5thchat #fwedchat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Question #3: Now time for some reflection. How can we power up a lesson? #5thchat #FWEDchat

teachcaudill Sep 19 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3) Hook them early. Have a great lead in. #tlap #5thchat

barisimmons Sep 19 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A2: During student teaching(many years ago), I dressed like Superman to introduce Beowulf. It has not been forgotten! #5thchat

EdTechEmmele Sep 19 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A4: Think digital. Global possibilities at your fingertips! Skype, Blogs, Twitter, YouTube. It's there! Use it! It's now! #fwedchat #5thchat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Question 4- Going beyond the classroom walls is EPIC! Let's talk about it! #5thchat #FWEDchat

yenneam Sep 19 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A4: Mystery Skype, ePals, Skyping with other classes to share writing. #5thchat

beverlyedtech Sep 19 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A4 Using available collaborative tools provide us all the opportunity to share and explore beyond the classroom walls. #5thchat #fwedchat

EdTechAlli Sep 19 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A4: Connect with classes through social media, blogs, create a classroom culture that extends outside of your school. #FWedchat #5thChat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Question 4- Going beyond the classroom walls is EPIC! Let's talk about it! #5thchat #FWEDchat

JRose_Edu Sep 19 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A4: Get connected! Find ppl in the community/world that can enhance your stus' learning. Skype, GHO, Email, just connect! #FWedchat #5thchat

edtech_renegade Sep 19 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Just an FYI for all those Fort Worth. #5thchat #FWEdChat

NWSFortWorth Sep 19 @ 8:28 PM EDT

7:25pm - Severe storms moving southeast at 20 mph. Winds up to 65 mph are possible with quarter size hail. #dfwwx #ctxwx

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A4: Mystery Skype! Awesome experience! #5thchat #FWEDChat

1to1Andy Sep 19 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A4: I'm going to echo @JRose_Edu: put Ss in a situation that creates a struggle. Levels the playing field. Unites them. #FWedchat #5thchat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Question 4- Going beyond the classroom walls is EPIC! Let's talk about it! #5thchat #FWEDchat

MrsKToms Sep 19 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4: learning new ways to showcase learning...all of us taking risks. get out of our comfort zone #5thchat

EdTechEmmele Sep 19 @ 8:30 PM EDT

#fwedchat #5thchat I will have to find it again! Things like recorded interviews with characters, made music videos, rewrote the ending.

MrsKToms Sep 19 @ 8:28 PM EDT

What were some things on list? I'm revamping my readers response journals this year! Actually I'm moderating this chat Oct 3 on this topic
In reply to @EdTechEmmele

1to1MC Sep 19 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4: making your lessons global by having an online blog or Skype with other people #fwedchat #5thchat

pjcerullo Sep 19 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A4: MysterySkype! Working on a global project on climate change this year! #5thchat

edtechjim Sep 19 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A4: Skype in the Classroom...distance learning, global connections #FWEDChat #5thchat

lalainjapan Sep 19 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A4: I allow Ss to take their shoes off and sit on the floor if they want to. It's THEIR classroom! We do have guidelines though #5thchat

MsLama5th Sep 19 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A4 - To teach a topic in the classroom, & then take Ss on a field trip to make the material "come to life". #5thchat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Two questions remain in this EPIC chat. Question #5 is coming up in 2 minutes. #5thchat #FWEDchat

edtechritter Sep 19 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A4: I like to use Google Earth so my students experience places around the globe. #5thchat #fwedchat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Question 4- Going beyond the classroom walls is EPIC! Let's talk about it! #5thchat #FWEDchat

megzieb2 Sep 19 @ 8:33 PM EDT

POSTCROSSING is an awesome way to knock down those walls to connect with others around the world. It also promotes global awareness.#5thchat

lalainjapan Sep 19 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A2: Most epic...water bottle flipping challenge fraction lesson. New Ss this year keep asking when they're going to do it. #5thchat

johnbriese Sep 19 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Sometimes u don't have to knock down walls, just walk around them. Go outside! We can learn so much from our surroundings #fwedchat #5thchat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Question 4- Going beyond the classroom walls is EPIC! Let's talk about it! #5thchat #FWEDchat

johnbriese Sep 19 @ 8:36 PM EDT

#fwedchat #5thchat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Question #5! Reflect on your own learning!

JRose_Edu Sep 19 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Agreed. "Global connections" can mean across the globe or just down the hall! #FWEDChat #5thchat

johnbriese Sep 19 @ 8:34 PM EDT
Sometimes u don't have to knock down walls, just walk around them. Go outside! We can learn so much from our surroundings #fwedchat #5thchat
- reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:25 PM EDT
  
  Question 4- Going beyond the classroom walls is EPIC! Let's talk about it! #5thchat #FWEDchat

johnbriese Sep 19 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Battle of Gettysburg. 1 side stood on tables, others laid on the floor & threw paper up at them to show the uphill battle #fwedchat #5thchat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Question #5! Reflect on your own learning!

EdTechEmmele Sep 19 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A5:#fwedchat #5thchat 9th gr Science T had us take pics over a semester of weather and categorize and label each phenomenon. Still have it.

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Question #5! Reflect on your own learning!

beverlyedtech Sep 19 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A5 C++ programming because the professor sang the programs; it was hokey for a Master's level course, but it worked #5thchat #FWEDChat

MrsKToms Sep 19 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A5: Honestly I have too many to list, but each one was hands-on and applicable so they've all stuck with me #5thchat

JRose_Edu Sep 19 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A5: Mine always involved food, dancing, or catchy songs. I was never a great "traditional" student, but I loved learning! #FWEDChat #5thchat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Question #5! Reflect on your own learning!

teachcaudill Sep 19 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A4) Mystery Skype, Expeditions, Fall of Rome simulation, Supreme Court reenactment. Great Human Migration. Trail of Tears journey #5thchat

In reply to @reichardrock

MsLama5th Sep 19 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A5- I was holding a class debate during my American Revolution unit & one of my Ss came to school dressed up from the time period #5thchat

edtech_renegade Sep 19 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A5: Don’t have a particular one, but they all centered around subjects I was interested in. #5thchat #FWEdChat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Question #5! Reflect on your own learning!

teachcaudill Sep 19 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A4) Colonial Shark Tank, several others I do I could sell tickets to. #tlap #5thchat

In reply to @reichardrock

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Question #6 is coming up in 4 minutes. #5thchat #FWEDchat

DuffieBeth Sep 19 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Logging off for the night.Enjoyed the chat! Thanks for helping me grow my PLN #5thchat

yenneam Sep 19 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A5: Dissecting a frog in biology, seeing what's under the skin with my own eyes. #5thchat

EdTechEmmele Sep 19 @ 8:42 PM EDT

#fwedchat #5thchat Wait... You guys don't remember all the worksheets? Weren't those exciting?!?

edtech_renegade Sep 19 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A5: Example - Archaeology, Astronomy, Military History (loved watching debrief of the Battle of 73 Easting). #5thchat #FWEdChat

edtech_renegade Sep 19 @ 8:41 PM EDT
A5: Don’t have a particular one, but they all centered around subjects I was interested in. #5thchat #FWEdChat
- reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:35 PM EDT
  
  Question #5! Reflect on your own learning!

1to1Andy Sep 19 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A5: I learned the cheat code for endless lives on Contra in 6th grade. I was terrible at video games without it. #FWedchat #5thchat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Question #5! Reflect on your own learning!

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Question #6: Share ONE thing that we can all take away tonight. #5thchat #FWEDchat

edtechritter Sep 19 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A5: I remember when my teachers truly loved what they were teaching us that day and were enthusiastic as we were. #5thchat #fwedchat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Question #5! Reflect on your own learning!

edtech_renegade Sep 19 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A6: Let the Ss have a say in their learning outcomes. It _will_ make a difference. #5thchat #FWEdChat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Question #6: Share ONE thing that we can all take away tonight. #5thchat #FWEDchat

christyallen931 Sep 19 @ 8:46 PM EDT

#TnEdChat #5thChat #ShiftThis Thanks for the stimulating chat! I'm off to put the kids to bed.

yenneam Sep 19 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A6: Student ownership/choice with teacher guidance is a good formula for epic learning. #5thchat

johnbriese Sep 19 @ 8:47 PM EDT

Step out of your comfort zone and have real discussions with your Ss #fwedchat #5thchat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Question #6: Share ONE thing that we can all take away tonight. #5thchat #FWEDchat

EdTechEmmele Sep 19 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A6: Don't ignore the Ss in the lesson planning process. If they're disengaged, you've lost them. LISTEN for their voices! #fwedchat #5thchat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Question #6: Share ONE thing that we can all take away tonight. #5thchat #FWEDchat

MrsKToms Sep 19 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A6: Take away is that giving Ss choice and voice is important in classrooms today. Already knew, but solidified it #5thchat

tmeyerart Sep 19 @ 8:47 PM EDT

Enjoyed my first time in this chat. Lots of great educators in it!!! #5thchat

edtechritter Sep 19 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A6: Be enthusiastic and let students decide what the product might be. #5thchat #fwedchat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Question #6: Share ONE thing that we can all take away tonight. #5thchat #FWEDchat

1to1Andy Sep 19 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A6: Be willing to fail. Be ambitious. #FWedchat #5thchat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Question #6: Share ONE thing that we can all take away tonight. #5thchat #FWEDchat

khechara Sep 19 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A6: One takeaway is that we have to embrace ourselves as learners and alllow students to find their learning identity #FWEDChat #5thChat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Question #6: Share ONE thing that we can all take away tonight. #5thchat #FWEDchat

JRose_Edu Sep 19 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A6: Use the students as co-planners! Their creativity will never disappoint. #FWEDChat #5thchat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Question #6: Share ONE thing that we can all take away tonight. #5thchat #FWEDchat

johnbriese Sep 19 @ 8:50 PM EDT

Realizing that we are still learners ourselves is important, great takeaway #fwedchat #5thchat

In reply to @khechara

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:50 PM EDT

Thank you to all for participating in #5thchat tonight! Go forth and continue making learning experiences EPIC for your students! #FWEDchat

teachcaudill Sep 19 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A6) Keep an open mind. The tool you are afraid to use might just make your lesson EPIC!!#5thchat

sellason Sep 19 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A6: Don't be afraid to fail. Ss need to see that the best laid plans don't always go the way you want. Be adaptable. #fwedchat #5thchat

reichardrock Sep 19 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Question #6: Share ONE thing that we can all take away tonight. #5thchat #FWEDchat

beverlyedtech Sep 19 @ 8:51 PM EDT

Great Chat! #5thchat #fwedchat

teachcaudill Sep 19 @ 8:52 PM EDT

Knock those walls down #tlap #learnlap get out of your comfort zone. Where is the best place for your lesson? How can it engage? #5thchat

sellason Sep 19 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Thanks for hosting #Fwedchat it was EPIC! #5thchat

In reply to @reichardrock

EdTechEmmele Sep 19 @ 8:53 PM EDT

#fwedchat #5thchat Thanks for the inspirational chat!

edtechjim Sep 19 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A5: traveling to an off-campus venue and singing; an outstanding senior English teacher #FWEDChat #5thchat

edtechjim Sep 19 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A6: student-chosen learning is student-owned learning #FWEDChat #5thchat

PaulSolarz - Moderator Sep 19 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Thanks so much @reichardrock for moderating #5thchat tonight! Sorry I missed it - too much work tonight! @teachcaudill moderates next week!