#akedchat Archive

#akedchat is a great way for Alaska-based educators to share teaching strategies, educational resources, and more.
Monday January 9, 2017
11:00 PM EST
  • JNUrain - Moderator Jan 9 @ 11:00 PM EST
    AK is no different, programs are popping up in AK where tchrs self organize and initiate their own prof learning opportunities. #akedchat
  • participatechat Jan 9 @ 11:00 PM EST
    Participate in the upcoming #akedchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/0shmUYfAWp
  • spiraledu Jan 9 @ 11:00 PM EST
    If anyone is up for another chat, #akedchat will be starting momentarily! #edtechafterdark
  • JNUrain - Moderator Jan 9 @ 11:01 PM EST
    Local orgs of @NEAAlaska have been starting programs, #ECET2AK has come to AK and #EdCampAK is popping up. #akedchat
    In reply to @NEAAlaska
  • spiraledu Jan 9 @ 11:01 PM EST
    Hi I'm Sue, 3rd grade teacher in Fort Yukon. Love halibut with mayo, brown sugar, & ritz crackers. SO GOOD! #akedchat
    In reply to @JNUrain
  • JNUrain - Moderator Jan 9 @ 11:01 PM EST
    I'm Nathan, I teach k/1 sped at Harborview elementary school, and I like halibut as the white fish in Thai food dishes. #akedchat
  • JNUrain - Moderator Jan 9 @ 11:02 PM EST
    Q1: Why should teachers take charge of their own self learning, discovery and PD? #akedchat
  • EduGladiators Jan 9 @ 11:02 PM EST
    Missed #EduGladiators LIVE w/@BrendanFetters? Watch the replay ▶️ https://t.co/QVIuohC6FP #IEedchat #akedchat #NVedchat #TOSAchat #mbedchat
  • spiraledu Jan 9 @ 11:02 PM EST
    #akedchat we will have #edcampFYU here in March! So excited!
    In reply to @JNUrain, @NEAAlaska
  • JNUrain - Moderator Jan 9 @ 11:03 PM EST
    I've never participated in an #edcamp I'd like to hear more about them. #akedchat
    In reply to @spiraledu, @NEAAlaska
  • AKReinking Jan 9 @ 11:03 PM EST
    A1: building and/or continuing a desire to learn lifelong. Continual learning creates engaged educators #akedchat
  • spiraledu Jan 9 @ 11:03 PM EST
    Yes! Halibut in Thai food in amazing! Are you coming to ASTE? I'm going to bring some! #akedchat
    In reply to @JNUrain
  • JNUrain - Moderator Jan 9 @ 11:04 PM EST
    Nope, I'm not going to #ASTE, I went once two years ago, I have a lot going on with @NEAAlaska as a local Education Excellence dir #akedchat
    In reply to @spiraledu, @NEAAlaska
  • nick_schumacher Jan 9 @ 11:04 PM EST
    A1. Nick from Galena. We dont get many Halibut this far up river. ☺#akedchat
  • spiraledu Jan 9 @ 11:05 PM EST
    ask @InspiredImpact for info. She sent me some great links on how to get it started at my district! #akedchat Supts are onboard!
    In reply to @JNUrain, @InspiredImpact
  • JNUrain - Moderator Jan 9 @ 11:05 PM EST
    Yes, but there is a barter system. People on the coast are often short of Caribou. I'm one. #akedchat
    In reply to @nick_schumacher
  • SheelerTech Jan 9 @ 11:06 PM EST
    A1: True growth comes from choice, desire for more knowledge and everyone is different, (just like in the classroom) #akedchat
  • spiraledu Jan 9 @ 11:06 PM EST
    #akedchat teachers have their own unique needs for PD, so seeking out what works for you opposed to what's mandated
    In reply to @JNUrain
  • JNUrain - Moderator Jan 9 @ 11:06 PM EST
    A1: Teachers need to take charge because they know their own strengths and needs best. #akedchat
  • JNUrain - Moderator Jan 9 @ 11:07 PM EST
    Q2: What do you already do for your own PD, what do your friends do for their PD? #akedchat
  • JNUrain - Moderator Jan 9 @ 11:07 PM EST
    True growth is internal. #akedchat
    • SheelerTech Jan 9 @ 11:06 PM EST
      A1: True growth comes from choice, desire for more knowledge and everyone is different, (just like in the classroom) #akedchat
  • DianneGrupp Jan 9 @ 11:07 PM EST
    Dianne from Kodiak. Halibut enchiladas are always a hit. #akedchat
  • SheelerTech Jan 9 @ 11:08 PM EST
    and subject based on the learner and person. My growth looks much different than the growth of others. #akedchat
    In reply to @JNUrain
  • JNUrain - Moderator Jan 9 @ 11:08 PM EST
    A2: for my own PD I choose to learn about #classroommanagement and new literacy and numeration strategies. #akedchat
  • nathanpitt Jan 9 @ 11:08 PM EST
    Nathan from Healy and Denali Borough. Baked halibut. My wife does it perfectly. I always dry it out :/ #akedchat
  • AKReinking Jan 9 @ 11:09 PM EST
    A2:engage in conversations, reach out to people and research to continually learn. Read, engage, converse #akedchat
  • spiraledu Jan 9 @ 11:09 PM EST
    A2 @BetterLesson through NEA, teach channel (thanks @InspiredImpact ) & have Alaska state mentor #akedchat & #3rdchat on twitter
    In reply to @JNUrain, @BetterLesson, @InspiredImpact
  • JNUrain - Moderator Jan 9 @ 11:09 PM EST
    What is it that you tend to research? #akedchat
    In reply to @AKReinking
  • spiraledu Jan 9 @ 11:10 PM EST
    red sauce or green sauce? I go non-traditional with white sauce enchiladas... if you've got crab too, it's perfect! #akedchat
    In reply to @DianneGrupp
  • nick_schumacher Jan 9 @ 11:10 PM EST
    A1. With coahing...we know our needs best. A coach, mentor or even PLN can help keep the PD on track. #akedchat
  • JNUrain - Moderator Jan 9 @ 11:10 PM EST
    I loved the Alaska Mentor Project, who is your mentor? @NEAAlaska #akedchat
    In reply to @spiraledu, @BetterLesson, @InspiredImpact, @NEAAlaska
  • SheelerTech Jan 9 @ 11:10 PM EST
    A2: Connect with peers in building, on Twitter & follow the rabbit hole once I find an interest. Dive in deep! #akedchat
  • nathanpitt Jan 9 @ 11:11 PM EST
    Teachers should take charge of their own learning to grow exactly how/when they need to. It is often empowering. #akedchat
  • JNUrain - Moderator Jan 9 @ 11:11 PM EST
    What do you do to spread the take charge attitude? #akedchat
    In reply to @nathanpitt
  • spiraledu Jan 9 @ 11:12 PM EST
    Debbie Hawkins! She is amazing, but retiring after his year :( #akedchat incredible to get support out here in the "bush" !
    In reply to @JNUrain
  • JNUrain - Moderator Jan 9 @ 11:13 PM EST
    Q3: In your utopia, what would teacher led PD look like? What would it accomplish? Who would participate? #akedchat
  • nick_schumacher Jan 9 @ 11:13 PM EST
    A2. I read write and participate in #akedchat! Right now I am working on strategic planning for distric operations.
  • DianneGrupp Jan 9 @ 11:13 PM EST
    A2. Read. Podcasts. NCTM. #akedchat
  • JNUrain - Moderator Jan 9 @ 11:14 PM EST
    @AlaskaDEED Let's keep the AK mentor project alive! It helped me, 10 years later I am still a special education teacher. #akedchat
    • spiraledu Jan 9 @ 11:12 PM EST
      Debbie Hawkins! She is amazing, but retiring after his year :( #akedchat incredible to get support out here in the "bush" !
      In reply to @JNUrain
  • spiraledu Jan 9 @ 11:14 PM EST
    I think teachers could be self directed in PD, but get a chance to share what they have learned in large group #akedchat
    In reply to @JNUrain
  • nathanpitt Jan 9 @ 11:14 PM EST
    A2: I set aside time 2 read new lit & books (15 mins/day to start), seek out research on poignant school issues, take ASDN classes #akedchat
  • SLP_Echo Jan 9 @ 11:14 PM EST
    A3: I like the idea of "make & take" or "pair & share" based on learning objectives or IEP goals #AKedchat
  • EduGladiators Jan 9 @ 11:15 PM EST
    🍎 #EduGladiators returns 1/14 w/@bethhill2829 ▶️ Join her LIVE afterwards https://t.co/8PDX5e1cDU #IEedchat #akedchat #NVedchat #TOSAchat
    In reply to @bethhill2829
  • AKReinking Jan 9 @ 11:15 PM EST
    classroom management techniques, new and innovative ideas, currently flexible seating and the positive outcomes for Ss. #akedchat
    In reply to @JNUrain
  • SheelerTech Jan 9 @ 11:15 PM EST
    A3: A school district in NC has gamified PD, allowing teachers to led. Connect with @lucasgillispie https://t.co/008WQFxmcI #akedchat
    In reply to @lucasgillispie
  • JNUrain - Moderator Jan 9 @ 11:15 PM EST
    15 minutes a day on my books would do me wonders. That's something I could follow. Maybe. #akedchat
    • nathanpitt Jan 9 @ 11:14 PM EST
      A2: I set aside time 2 read new lit & books (15 mins/day to start), seek out research on poignant school issues, take ASDN classes #akedchat
  • spiraledu Jan 9 @ 11:16 PM EST
    yes, the mentor project is incredible! My last district didn't participate & my 1st year was rough #akedchat
    In reply to @JNUrain, @AlaskaDEED
  • nick_schumacher Jan 9 @ 11:16 PM EST
    A3. Utopia, Ts work with one another to persue innovative ways to approach instructional issues and meet district strategic goals #akedchat
  • SLP_Echo Jan 9 @ 11:16 PM EST
    A2: I like webinars and online subscription to stay current on evidence and use Twitter, FB and others to be relevant #AKedchat
  • JNUrain - Moderator Jan 9 @ 11:17 PM EST
    A3: Teacher led PD would be something that is self directed with a small cohort of interested individuals. #akedchat
  • SheelerTech Jan 9 @ 11:17 PM EST
    It's almost better with not doing it in a systematic way. You just have to remember to get enough sleep! #akedchat
    In reply to @nathanpitt
  • spiraledu Jan 9 @ 11:17 PM EST
    #akedchat also think teachers should be conducting their own action research to innovate & share!
    In reply to @JNUrain
  • JNUrain - Moderator Jan 9 @ 11:18 PM EST
    How do you model or encourage that? #akedchat
    In reply to @spiraledu
  • SheelerTech Jan 9 @ 11:18 PM EST
    I love this idea but prioritizing it over everything else is sooo hard. #akedchat
    In reply to @spiraledu, @JNUrain
  • SLP_Echo Jan 9 @ 11:19 PM EST
    A3: the "Who" I think should involve special educators and therapist too. PD can cover many people and disciplines if led approp #AKedchat
  • JNUrain - Moderator Jan 9 @ 11:19 PM EST
    Agreed. There is always something that needs to be done and more that we burn ourselves out by doing. #akedchat
    In reply to @SheelerTech, @spiraledu
  • JNUrain - Moderator Jan 9 @ 11:20 PM EST
    Q4: What models of teacher led PD are there that you know of, what do you know of about them? Please share. #akedchat
  • JNUrain - Moderator Jan 9 @ 11:20 PM EST
    As a special education teacher, I think therapists do 60% of my job. They're key, I'd be sunk without 'em. #akedchat
    In reply to @SLP_Echo
  • spiraledu Jan 9 @ 11:21 PM EST
    college I worked at gave small cash stipend ($100) teachers did attendance studies, oral language, etc publish & share #akedchat
    In reply to @JNUrain
  • JNUrain - Moderator Jan 9 @ 11:22 PM EST
    A4: Ask me about @NEAAlaska local orgs led PD, I want to hear more about #edcampak #akedchat
    In reply to @NEAAlaska
  • spiraledu Jan 9 @ 11:22 PM EST
    we collect data already! Just taking time to organize it. I could have published SLO as action research #akedchat
    In reply to @JNUrain, @SheelerTech
  • JNUrain - Moderator Jan 9 @ 11:22 PM EST
    I'm going to take that back to my district. Thanks! #akedchat
    In reply to @spiraledu
  • SheelerTech Jan 9 @ 11:23 PM EST
    That's great. It means you just have to stop, take a breath and analyze that data. #akedchat
    In reply to @spiraledu, @JNUrain
  • SLP_Echo Jan 9 @ 11:24 PM EST
    A4: our district uses @flipflippen Capturing Kids Hearts models for many PD. My school uses EXCEL model to lead PD days & implemnt #AKedchat
    In reply to @flipflippen
  • spiraledu Jan 9 @ 11:25 PM EST
    that's what is so great thoug, you learn from analyzing it! Worth it! #akedchat better if you can share it too!
    In reply to @SheelerTech, @JNUrain
  • SheelerTech Jan 9 @ 11:25 PM EST
    A4: I shared it before but this district in NC does a Badging PD. https://t.co/008WQFxmcI I would love to be a part of that PD. #akedchat
  • spiraledu Jan 9 @ 11:26 PM EST
    having a collaborative culture is so important. We have collab time every wed (early release for S) #akedchat
    In reply to @nick_schumacher
  • JNUrain - Moderator Jan 9 @ 11:26 PM EST
    @Juneauschools used to have programs like this, but I wonder if a small stipend would be a good way to bring them back at min cost #akedchat
    In reply to @spiraledu, @SheelerTech, @JuneauSchools
  • JNUrain - Moderator Jan 9 @ 11:26 PM EST
    Who directs what you do during early release? #akedchat
    In reply to @spiraledu, @nick_schumacher
  • spiraledu Jan 9 @ 11:28 PM EST
    some schools make you apply to do a project to keep costs down. #akedchat I've applied for action grants (they are out there)
    In reply to @JNUrain
  • nathanpitt Jan 9 @ 11:28 PM EST
    A4 we have prof. learning group plan inservices & other PD time. Group = me, supt, and 4 Ts. We have dedicated PLC time on Fridays #akedchat
  • spiraledu Jan 9 @ 11:29 PM EST
    depends. Sometimes admins will lead/teachers share, always flexible for needs/concerns/positives to be discussed #akedchat
    In reply to @JNUrain
  • nick_schumacher Jan 9 @ 11:29 PM EST
    very cool idea. We have collab mtgs every two weeks and early dismissal for PD once a month. #akedchat
    In reply to @spiraledu
  • JNUrain - Moderator Jan 9 @ 11:30 PM EST
    Q5: What supports are available for teachers to initiate their own PD programs? What supports are needed? #akedchat
  • spiraledu Jan 9 @ 11:30 PM EST
    that's why it's nice to have the application & guidelines. people who are really motivated will do it #akedchat
    In reply to @nick_schumacher
  • nick_schumacher Jan 9 @ 11:31 PM EST
    Early release PD is driven by the needs that he collab group identifies theoughout the month. #akedchat
  • JNUrain - Moderator Jan 9 @ 11:32 PM EST
    A5: @NEAAlaska is developing the teacher learning part of a teacher org, resources are there. #akedchat
    In reply to @NEAAlaska
  • spiraledu Jan 9 @ 11:32 PM EST
    TIME is big thing & admin support. I'm new to public school teaching, but admin support still gives me chance to lead PD #akedchat
    In reply to @JNUrain
  • JNUrain - Moderator Jan 9 @ 11:33 PM EST
    A5: cont I feel that teachers need support to focus on their own development, the support can B a conf, webinar, or time 2 read #akedchat
  • nathanpitt Jan 9 @ 11:33 PM EST
    Night all. Need to get the littles rolling with bedtime. Glad I could participate this much tonight. Thanks @JNUrain for hosting! #akedchat
    In reply to @JNUrain
  • JNUrain - Moderator Jan 9 @ 11:34 PM EST
    It's not always that way! #akedchat
    In reply to @spiraledu
  • SheelerTech Jan 9 @ 11:35 PM EST
    A5: There are many great bloggers that are also active on Twitter that can give ideas. Why not have a district wiki for resources? #akedchat
  • SLP_Echo Jan 9 @ 11:35 PM EST
    A5: SPED teacher and therapist therapy time too,targeted PD for non-diploma track students needs more PD. MORE #alaska #AKedchat
  • JNUrain - Moderator Jan 9 @ 11:36 PM EST
    Good idea about the wiki, I wonder what an Alaska wiki of teacher learning resources would look like #AKLearns #akedchat
    In reply to @SheelerTech
  • SheelerTech Jan 9 @ 11:37 PM EST
    A district in Ohio that I work w/ that has students start 1 hour later. Teachers have that time to collab. #akedchat
    In reply to @nick_schumacher
  • SLP_Echo Jan 9 @ 11:37 PM EST
    I love a good Google shared drive too. For when I'm bored in line. #Browse lol #AKedchat
    In reply to @SheelerTech
  • spiraledu Jan 9 @ 11:39 PM EST
    I started a paslet a while back with resources that I had been collecting, I'll post the link #akedchat
    In reply to @SheelerTech
  • JNUrain - Moderator Jan 9 @ 11:39 PM EST
    #TeachingNerd #akedchat
    In reply to @SLP_Echo, @SheelerTech
  • JNUrain - Moderator Jan 9 @ 11:40 PM EST
    Q6: Who would you be able to turn to for those supports? #akedchat
  • SheelerTech Jan 9 @ 11:42 PM EST
    That's the rabbit hole! #akedchat
    In reply to @JNUrain, @SLP_Echo
  • SLP_Echo Jan 9 @ 11:42 PM EST
    A6: I turn to many colleagues or district mentors I've had, or Twitter friends, or online PD resources #AKedchat Start local, work outwards
  • AKJules54 Jan 9 @ 11:42 PM EST
    #akedchat. I can turn to our very capable and knowledgeable librarians around the state. Actually anyone can.
  • JNUrain - Moderator Jan 9 @ 11:42 PM EST
    A AK list for tchr PD res. is a great idea, lets get @AlaskaDeed on board. Itd be a big list, think how it could B org #AKLearns #akedchat
    In reply to @spiraledu, @SheelerTech, @AlaskaDEED
  • spiraledu Jan 9 @ 11:43 PM EST
    https://t.co/sQPVxkO2qt Great collection mostly of collaborative resources! #akedchat Its a @padlet so you can add to it!
    In reply to @SheelerTech, @padlet
  • JNUrain - Moderator Jan 9 @ 11:43 PM EST
    "Start local, work outwards" #akedchat
    In reply to @SLP_Echo
  • SheelerTech Jan 9 @ 11:45 PM EST
    A6: I think having admins that support the self PD and support you trying/failing well with the students' in mind is so important. #akedchat
  • nick_schumacher Jan 9 @ 11:45 PM EST
    Great resource @spiraledu thank you for sharing #akedchat
    In reply to @spiraledu
  • JNUrain - Moderator Jan 9 @ 11:46 PM EST
    A6: Often times, I turn to my spouse who helps me put on the breaks for what I could actually accomplish. I bite off more... #akedchat
  • JNUrain - Moderator Jan 9 @ 11:47 PM EST
    A6: cont. I work with so many excellent teachers, I often times walk down the hall for inspiration. #akedchat
  • SheelerTech Jan 9 @ 11:48 PM EST
    Great point! You need that person to help orientate you from time to time. #akedchat
    In reply to @JNUrain
  • JNUrain - Moderator Jan 9 @ 11:49 PM EST
    A6: cont. We often forget about the excellence in our own buildings. The collective knowledge I am surrounded by is mind boggling #akedchat
  • JNUrain - Moderator Jan 9 @ 11:50 PM EST
    Q7: What would be your next step in spearheading your own teacher led PD program? #akedchat
  • SheelerTech Jan 9 @ 11:51 PM EST
    A7: Brainstorm, formulate ideas (should be cheap), get admin buy in, try it out, reflect, change as needed. #akedchat
  • JNUrain - Moderator Jan 9 @ 11:52 PM EST
    A7: Talk to my teaching friends. See what our common needs and concerns were, the: if only I could... #akedchat
  • JNUrain - Moderator Jan 9 @ 11:53 PM EST
    A7 cont: after finding the If Only I could... take the time for us to find the time to learn about that subject. #akedchat
  • spiraledu Jan 9 @ 11:53 PM EST
    Please be a PD leader on #akedchat https://t.co/Fi2gEs2fRR love to have people sign up to lead for next two weeks
  • AKJules54 Jan 9 @ 11:54 PM EST
    Q7 #akedchat. Doing it right now😊
  • JNUrain - Moderator Jan 9 @ 11:55 PM EST
    I just took May 15th! #akedchat
    In reply to @spiraledu
  • SheelerTech Jan 9 @ 11:57 PM EST
    Thanks for letting me crash #akedchat this week. I'll be at ASTE next month learning/presenting, hopefully I might see some of you there.
  • JNUrain - Moderator Jan 9 @ 11:58 PM EST
    Yes we are. However, we must be the virus. Infect a co-worker today! #akedchat