#FLEdChat Archive
#FLedchat is a virtual meeting place using Twitter. Educators across the state of Florida come together on Wednesdays at 8pm EST to discuss the topics of the week.
Wednesday June 28, 2017
8:00 PM EDT
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:00 PM EDT
Hey,
#FLedChat
participatechat
Jun 28 @ 8:00 PM EDT
Participate in the upcoming
#FLEdChat
by sharing resources and collaborating at
https://t.co/tmr0m9WUVY
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:01 PM EDT
Hi, everyone and welcome to
#FLedChat
! Please take a moment to introduce yourself and tell us something fun you have recently done!
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:01 PM EDT
Hey there my friend!
#FLedChat
In reply to @TG_Neil
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:02 PM EDT
Hey, Michelle!
#FLedChat
In reply to @kmichellehowell
theedpodcast
Jun 28 @ 8:02 PM EDT
#FLedChat
Shane from AB, Canada. Teacher of ELA, Drama & Film Studies. Also a dedicated education podcaster. Went to the park with my kids.
Hahne_KingEle
Jun 28 @ 8:03 PM EDT
Hi y'all. Elyse from Texas. I spent this morning with this view.
#FLedChat
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:03 PM EDT
Hi,
#FLedChat
! I'm Michelle, Media Specialist, and your host for tonight's conversation. I recently spent time with family in TN! Fun!
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:03 PM EDT
Hi, Shane!
#FLedChat
In reply to @theedpodcast
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:04 PM EDT
Hi, Elyse! Welcome!
#FLedChat
In reply to @Hahne_KingEle
iteachsprouts
Jun 28 @ 8:04 PM EDT
Stacy from Flagler, FL. Took this cutie to Legoland yesterday.
#fledchat
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:06 PM EDT
So, thanks to
@Celeste_Clemons
we have some great questions. We will follow the Q1/A1 format, so let's get ready to rock and roll!
#FLedChat
Hahne_KingEle
Jun 28 @ 8:06 PM EDT
Thanks so much, Michelle! Excited to chat tonight.
#FLedChat
In reply to @kmichellehowell
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:06 PM EDT
Hey there, Stacy!
#FLedChat
In reply to @iteachsprouts
midskoolmot
Jun 28 @ 8:07 PM EDT
Hey guys. Sorry I'm late. It's spaghetti night. I'm Burton from
#Pensacola
6th grade math
#fledchat
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:07 PM EDT
Burton! Glad you're here!
#FLedChat
In reply to @midskoolmot
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:07 PM EDT
Hey, Burton!
#FLedChat
In reply to @midskoolmot
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:08 PM EDT
Here is Q1!
#FLedChat
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:08 PM EDT
Many of our
#FLedChat
friends are traveling back from ISTE. Save travels.
MrsAromanda
Jun 28 @ 8:08 PM EDT
Kim from Flagler
#fledchat
dkonopelko
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:08 PM EDT
Doug from Martin County, Coordinator of Digital Learning
#Fledchat
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:09 PM EDT
A1: I attend conferences so I can find new ideas and new people to learn from.
#FLedChat
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:09 PM EDT
What up, Doug?
#FLedChat
In reply to @dkonopelko
theedpodcast
Jun 28 @ 8:09 PM EDT
#FLedChat
A1: Conferences are a great place to recharge, reflect, and connect to colleagues.
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:09 PM EDT
Hi, Kim!
#FLedChat
In reply to @MrsAromanda
midskoolmot
Jun 28 @ 8:09 PM EDT
A1: for the free food? No. Hopefully, I'm attending because the content appeals to me and I'm hoping to learn something new
#FLedChat
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:08 PM EDT
Here is Q1!
#FLedChat
Hahne_KingEle
Jun 28 @ 8:09 PM EDT
A1 To grow professionally, to expand my craft, & to learn new ideas to use with my students.
#fledchat
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:10 PM EDT
Yes, safe and fun travels
#FLedChat
friends!
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:08 PM EDT
Many of our
#FLedChat
friends are traveling back from ISTE. Save travels.
iteachsprouts
Jun 28 @ 8:10 PM EDT
A1: I attend conferences because I love to learn new things. One day I'll attend to present.
#fledchat
amybrowns
Jun 28 @ 8:10 PM EDT
A1 Attend conferences to learn! To be inspired! To share!
#FLedChat
theedpodcast
Jun 28 @ 8:10 PM EDT
#FLedChat
A1b: Not gonna lie: also love conferences for all the swag
#freepens
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:11 PM EDT
A1. I attend conferences to learn new things and to build my PLN. A bonus is when friendships develop.
#FLedChat
MrsAromanda
Jun 28 @ 8:11 PM EDT
I attend to learn new things. I would love to be a presenter one day.
#FLedChat
Hahne_KingEle
Jun 28 @ 8:11 PM EDT
Of course, free swag & raffles rock!
#FLedChat
In reply to @theedpodcast
amybrowns
Jun 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT
A1 Attend conferences to remind yourself there's always another way to do it.
#FLedChat
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT
Hi, Amy! Glad you're here!
#FLedChat
In reply to @amybrowns
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:13 PM EDT
Yes! SWAG!
#FLedChat
In reply to @theedpodcast
Cass_Stewart
Jun 28 @ 8:13 PM EDT
A1: Because they are fuel to my fire! A chance to be w my people -immersed in a learning adventure w little or no distraction
#FLedChat
🔥
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:08 PM EDT
Here is Q1!
#FLedChat
Celeste_Clemons
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:13 PM EDT
Hey Hey
#Fledchat
Celeste here! 5th grade math/science
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:14 PM EDT
Hey, Celeste!
#FLedChat
In reply to @Celeste_Clemons
amybrowns
Jun 28 @ 8:14 PM EDT
Much of the rest of the world hits pause when it is conference time Fact.
#FledChat
In reply to @Cass_Stewart
Cass_Stewart
Jun 28 @ 8:14 PM EDT
Ooooohhhhhh yah!!!!! Love me some swag!
#FLedChat
In reply to @kmichellehowell, @theedpodcast
MarvinByrd
Jun 28 @ 8:14 PM EDT
A1 To help me become more efficient, flexible and able to respond to the needs of teachers and students.
#FLedChat
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:14 PM EDT
Q2 is here!
#FLedChat
Celeste_Clemons
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:15 PM EDT
Hey! Time got away from me but I made it!
#FLedChat
In reply to @kmichellehowell
amybrowns
Jun 28 @ 8:15 PM EDT
A2 Scour the program! Over plan your session choices.
#FLedChat
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:16 PM EDT
A2: I study the program for certain. I also dig into the presenter profiles. I want to know who is who.
#FLedChat
iteachsprouts
Jun 28 @ 8:16 PM EDT
A2: I usually research to set up my schedule or the presenters.
#fledchat
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:16 PM EDT
Glad you made it!
#FLedChat
In reply to @Celeste_Clemons, @kmichellehowell
theedpodcast
Jun 28 @ 8:16 PM EDT
#FLedChat
A2: Find the faves. Also check out best restaurants nearby.
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:16 PM EDT
A2. Plan sessions to attend, but also research things to see in the area. Especially if you have never been there.
#FLedChat
MarvinByrd
Jun 28 @ 8:16 PM EDT
A2 I like to read about the presenters and their background and philosophy. That helps me to understand what i should expect.
#FLedChat
Celeste_Clemons
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:17 PM EDT
Me too! I like to find out more about the key notes too
#FLedChat
In reply to @MarvinByrd
MrsAromanda
Jun 28 @ 8:17 PM EDT
I like to read about the presenters and find out and information I can.
#FLedChat
Hahne_KingEle
Jun 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT
A2 I research who's coming & what the proposed topics are.
#fledchat
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT
That's true. Local food is a must. I don't want the same thing from home. Adventure.
#FLedChat
In reply to @theedpodcast, @kmichellehowell
midskoolmot
Jun 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT
A2: I usually read through the website to see what breakout sessions is like to attend
#FLEdChat
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:14 PM EDT
Q2 is here!
#FLedChat
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT
Yes! Keynotes are important! They can help pull all the learning together!
#FLedChat
In reply to @Celeste_Clemons, @MarvinByrd
Cass_Stewart
Jun 28 @ 8:19 PM EDT
Yes, I also read Bios & even 👀 them up on
@LinkedIn
for cred. Back/forth paper program/digital. Still like the ole' highlighter👍🏼
#FLedChat
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:16 PM EDT
A2: I study the program for certain. I also dig into the presenter profiles. I want to know who is who.
#FLedChat
Celeste_Clemons
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:19 PM EDT
A1 I attend conferences to get out of my box and the 4 walls of my classroom. Also to meet new people, network
#FLedChat
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:21 PM EDT
Q3 is coming in a minute!
#FLedChat
geovagarcia3
Jun 28 @ 8:21 PM EDT
A1: sorry late to the party but, I attend conference to learn about ways that I can support teachers and students succeed.
#FLedChat
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:22 PM EDT
I'm not nearly as into the swag as I used to be. If I'm traveling, I generally don't have room to carry it home.
#FLedChat
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:22 PM EDT
Absolutely! Love build new relationships and strengthening ones I already have!
#FLedChat
In reply to @LemarrTreadwell
Celeste_Clemons
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:22 PM EDT
You're right on time. Welcome!
#FLedChat
In reply to @geovagarcia3
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:23 PM EDT
Welcome!
#FLedChat
In reply to @geovagarcia3
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:23 PM EDT
Here is Q3!
#FLedChat
geovagarcia3
Jun 28 @ 8:23 PM EDT
A2: I look to research what the content is going to be about to get ahead start. Research the presenter & the org. they work for.
#FLEdChat
teachundersun
Jun 28 @ 8:23 PM EDT
Good evening popping in for a few. I have a webinar soon
#Fledchat
theedpodcast
Jun 28 @ 8:24 PM EDT
#FLedChat
A3: Love hanging with colleagues in a different setting. We have an annual lunch date which is pure soul food.
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:24 PM EDT
A3: I really love any kind of teacher meet up. Coffee Edus, Edcamps, Play dates, etc. I love them all.
#FLedChat
Celeste_Clemons
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:24 PM EDT
A3 Meet Ups love them
#FLedChat
teachundersun
Jun 28 @ 8:24 PM EDT
A3. Meet-ups, talking to educators outside the structure of a session. Real conversations
#Fledchat
theedpodcast
Jun 28 @ 8:24 PM EDT
#FLedChat
A3b: Also getting together and doing a podcast episode w/colleagues.
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:25 PM EDT
#FLedChat
buddy!
#catsofinstagram
#cattastic
@ Daytona Beach, Florida
https://t.co/HE70WVJ9mH
AssignmentHelpN
Jun 28 @ 8:25 PM EDT
7 Productive Activities to Make the Best use of Summer Vacations
https://t.co/7IWgJiMM2a
#FLedchat
#Gwinchat
#innovateNJ
iteachsprouts
Jun 28 @ 8:25 PM EDT
A3: I always enjoy hands-on booths/activities where you can explore new things rather than only see online.
#fledchat
Hahne_KingEle
Jun 28 @ 8:25 PM EDT
A3 I LOVE
@EdcampUSA
& all the edcamps I can attend. I also LOVE twitter chats. So much shared & learned.
#fledchat
MarvinByrd
Jun 28 @ 8:25 PM EDT
A3 I like to add to my network. And I'll be honest. I also like visiting local restaurants & historical sites after the conference
#FLedChat
MrsAromanda
Jun 28 @ 8:26 PM EDT
I love the meet ups. The poster sessions can be fun too.
#FLedChat
midskoolmot
Jun 28 @ 8:26 PM EDT
A3: usually I like meeting new people and hanging out with them after conference hours. It gives me a chance to pick their brain
#FLEdChat
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:23 PM EDT
Here is Q3!
#FLedChat
Celeste_Clemons
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:26 PM EDT
A3 I also love the tweets that are produced from conferences. Learn a lot from all the tweets too cuz I can't be everywhere
#FLedChat
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:26 PM EDT
A3.
#EdtechKaraoke
! And Tweet-Ups!
#FLedChat
nathan_stevens
Jun 28 @ 8:26 PM EDT
What is up my FLEDs?
#FLedChat
nathan_stevens
Jun 28 @ 8:27 PM EDT
A3 just talking to people
#fledchat
In reply to @kmichellehowell
iteachsprouts
Jun 28 @ 8:27 PM EDT
A3b: Edcamp is a new favorite!!Excited
#edcampflagler
is coming up!
#fledchat
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:27 PM EDT
Hey, Nathan!
#FLedChat
In reply to @nathan_stevens
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:27 PM EDT
Hey, hey Nathan!
#FLedChat
In reply to @nathan_stevens
geovagarcia3
Jun 28 @ 8:27 PM EDT
A3: edcamps are always a wonderful learning experience. Also, enjoy meeting up with educators within and outside my district.
#FLEdChat
Celeste_Clemons
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:27 PM EDT
Hey Nathan!
#FLedChat
In reply to @nathan_stevens
nathan_stevens
Jun 28 @ 8:28 PM EDT
Hi Tammy
#fledchat
In reply to @TG_Neil
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:28 PM EDT
Oh, no! Just ask
@dene_gainey
!
#FLedChat
In reply to @theedpodcast, @Buncee, @flipgrid, @dene_gainey
nathan_stevens
Jun 28 @ 8:28 PM EDT
Hi Michelle
#fledchat
In reply to @kmichellehowell
LemarrTreadwell
Jun 28 @ 8:29 PM EDT
Celeste, you have a great models to follow in
#FLedChat
Celeste_Clemons
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:19 PM EDT
A1 I attend conferences to get out of my box and the 4 walls of my classroom. Also to meet new people, network
#FLedChat
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:29 PM EDT
Beautiful!
#FLedChat
In reply to @mjjohnson1216, @hollysking, @BeverlyBauman, @jmking0616, @kmawhiney3, @Rdene915, @StantonAlana, @ChouinardJahant, @teresagross625, @kimmykcollins, @TanyaSensei04, @miamiEDguru, @Dr_LMR, @ItsMrsPenrod, @mwreads
nathan_stevens
Jun 28 @ 8:29 PM EDT
Hi Celeste
#fledchat
In reply to @Celeste_Clemons
Buncee
Jun 28 @ 8:29 PM EDT
We have to come up with a Buncee song now!
#FLEdChat
In reply to @kmichellehowell, @theedpodcast, @flipgrid, @dene_gainey
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:30 PM EDT
I'll get right to work on that!
#FLedChat
In reply to @Buncee, @theedpodcast, @flipgrid, @dene_gainey
massignmenthelp
Jun 28 @ 8:30 PM EDT
5 Easy Ways to Effectively Utilize Your Summer Vacations
https://t.co/TdKynr8S4n
#FLedchat
#Gwinchat
#innovateNJ
nathan_stevens
Jun 28 @ 8:30 PM EDT
Keynotes kind of bore me
#fledchat
In reply to @kmichellehowell
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:30 PM EDT
Here is Q4!
#FLedChat
LemarrTreadwell
Jun 28 @ 8:30 PM EDT
I'd follow Tammy to network with her network.
#FLedChat
Celeste_Clemons
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:19 PM EDT
A1 I attend conferences to get out of my box and the 4 walls of my classroom. Also to meet new people, network
#FLedChat
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:31 PM EDT
I've been following
@Celeste_Clemons
for years. She's amazing. She's inspired me many times.
#FLedChat
In reply to @LemarrTreadwell, @Celeste_Clemons
Celeste_Clemons
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:31 PM EDT
Yep! We're already on the same team Right Tammy
@TG_Neil
#FLedChat
In reply to @LemarrTreadwell, @TG_Neil
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:31 PM EDT
I have experienced ones that were inspirational & ones that were not.
#FLedChat
In reply to @nathan_stevens
nathan_stevens
Jun 28 @ 8:31 PM EDT
A4 I just do my thing. You know be incredibly handsome
#fledchat
In reply to @kmichellehowell
Hahne_KingEle
Jun 28 @ 8:32 PM EDT
A4 Keep the connections going on twitter. Lots of discussions daily & enjoyable!
#fledchat
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:32 PM EDT
Most definitely! Couldn't do this all without you!
#FLedChat
In reply to @Celeste_Clemons, @LemarrTreadwell
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:32 PM EDT
You rock, Nathan!
#FLedChat
In reply to @nathan_stevens
iteachsprouts
Jun 28 @ 8:32 PM EDT
Q4: Follow on twitter. Discuss ideas via email.
#fledchat
nathan_stevens
Jun 28 @ 8:32 PM EDT
For me, give me a 10 min version
#fledchat
In reply to @kmichellehowell
theedpodcast
Jun 28 @ 8:32 PM EDT
#FLedChat
A4: Never actually connected with others post-conference. Not that many twitter users in my neck of the woods.
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:33 PM EDT
A4: Depends on how we meet. Sometimes it's twitter, sometimes its facebook, or slack or even old fashioned email.
#FLedChat
nathan_stevens
Jun 28 @ 8:33 PM EDT
A4 I usually sit around and make things. That drew people in
#FLedChat
In reply to @kmichellehowell
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:33 PM EDT
A4. Twitter, Facebook, lunch/dinner. Whatever it takes!
#FLedChat
MrsAromanda
Jun 28 @ 8:33 PM EDT
A4 follow on twitter
#FLedChat
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:33 PM EDT
I used to think that. Now I find them everywhere.
#FLedChat
In reply to @theedpodcast
geovagarcia3
Jun 28 @ 8:34 PM EDT
A4: follow them twitter, FB or IG Exchange emails & numbers, but also communicate and share resources and knowledge with them.
#FLedChat
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:34 PM EDT
Where is your neck of the woods?
#FLedChat
In reply to @theedpodcast
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:35 PM EDT
A4: It's not as much about how but why. I try to make an effort to stay connected so the learning doesn't stop.
#FLedChat
Celeste_Clemons
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:35 PM EDT
A4 Twitter and email. Need to expand this though
#FLedChat
nathan_stevens
Jun 28 @ 8:35 PM EDT
Well everyone wants to know Tammy
#fledchat
In reply to @TG_Neil
DennisDill
Jun 28 @ 8:35 PM EDT
A4 ... do I meet people at conferences or do I meet up with people I met on Twitter? Heck I only do
@FETC
so I lack conference exp
#FLedChat
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:35 PM EDT
Q5 coming up!
#FLedChat
nathan_stevens
Jun 28 @ 8:36 PM EDT
A4 through carrier pigeons
#fledchat
In reply to @kmichellehowell
midskoolmot
Jun 28 @ 8:36 PM EDT
A4: unfortunately, I don't keep up like I should.
#FLEdChat
was@a@great way to stay connected with you guys after the
#tweetup
at
#fetc
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:30 PM EDT
Here is Q4!
#FLedChat
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:36 PM EDT
Agreed! Everybody loves Tammy!
#FLedChat
nathan_stevens
Jun 28 @ 8:35 PM EDT
Well everyone wants to know Tammy
#fledchat
In reply to @TG_Neil
nathan_stevens
Jun 28 @ 8:36 PM EDT
I am no Tammy Neil
#fledchat
In reply to @TG_Neil
MarvinByrd
Jun 28 @ 8:36 PM EDT
A4 Some twitter conversations. This is an area of growth for me. I'm going to learn from many of you on this one.
#FLedChat
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:37 PM EDT
Q5!
#FLedChat
DennisDill
Jun 28 @ 8:37 PM EDT
If the connection is meant to grow it will happen ... common interest and mutual inspiration
#FLedChat
Celeste_Clemons
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:37 PM EDT
LOL...Me too Dennis, me too. I definitively have not accumulated many conf miles. But I do count edcamps
#FLedChat
In reply to @DennisDill, @fetc
iteachsprouts
Jun 28 @ 8:37 PM EDT
A4: sometimes meeting people FTF that you follow is intimidating but I try to introduce myself.
#fledchat
theedpodcast
Jun 28 @ 8:38 PM EDT
#FLedChat
A5: I'm always struck by what a lousy student I am at conferences.
nathan_stevens
Jun 28 @ 8:38 PM EDT
A5 usually so many people. Makes me have to know where outlets are located
#FLedChat
In reply to @kmichellehowell
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:38 PM EDT
A5: Conferences without my peeps are not always easy for me. Not always confident solo.
#FLedChat
MarvinByrd
Jun 28 @ 8:39 PM EDT
A5 I think conferences that force people to participate and interact with one another challenge us to learn and abandon comfort
#FLedChat
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:39 PM EDT
A5. When we meet our Twitter heroes. *fangirling* Also when we share our ideas--presenting.
#FLedChat
nathan_stevens
Jun 28 @ 8:39 PM EDT
A5 when you are going solo, sometimes it is hard to get your mojo going
#FLedChat
In reply to @kmichellehowell
nathan_stevens
Jun 28 @ 8:40 PM EDT
Sometimes I wander around to read the conference before I let the crazy out
#fledchat
In reply to @TG_Neil
Celeste_Clemons
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:40 PM EDT
I totally get that. The more active I became in chats the easier it got for me.
#FLedChat
In reply to @MarvinByrd
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:40 PM EDT
#EdCamp
definitely counts!
#FLedChat
Celeste_Clemons
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:37 PM EDT
LOL...Me too Dennis, me too. I definitively have not accumulated many conf miles. But I do count edcamps
#FLedChat
In reply to @DennisDill, @fetc
MrsAromanda
Jun 28 @ 8:40 PM EDT
A5: Lately all of them!
#FLedChat
DennisDill
Jun 28 @ 8:40 PM EDT
A5 I generally loathe crowds ... don't do theme parks because I hate crowds and lines ... prefer stealth mode
#FLedChat
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:40 PM EDT
Not every conference can handle Nathan?
#FLedChat
In reply to @nathan_stevens
nathan_stevens
Jun 28 @ 8:41 PM EDT
Some places are more reserved
#fledchat
In reply to @TG_Neil
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:41 PM EDT
That is very true! Thank goodness for
#edcamp
! Made it easy to meet like-minded educators.
#FLedChat
In reply to @nathan_stevens
Hahne_KingEle
Jun 28 @ 8:42 PM EDT
A5 Conferences force me out of my comfort zone to engage w/ new people & talk abt ideas I'm passionate about in front of them too.
#fledchat
iteachsprouts
Jun 28 @ 8:42 PM EDT
A5: I drag someone with me!
@MrsAromanda
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kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:43 PM EDT
In the interest of time, here is Q6!
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Hahne_KingEle
Jun 28 @ 8:43 PM EDT
Absolutely! I don't do big crowds or concerts.
#fledchat
In reply to @DennisDill
midskoolmot
Jun 28 @ 8:43 PM EDT
A5: meeting new people is always difficult
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kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:37 PM EDT
Q5!
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Celeste_Clemons
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:43 PM EDT
I don't like when they ignore people though or get all clickish. I thought twitter leveled the field but I forget...not for all
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In reply to @kmichellehowell
geovagarcia3
Jun 28 @ 8:43 PM EDT
A5: having to participate and share your thinking and not knowing how people you don't know may respond to your views or ideas.
#FLedChat
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:44 PM EDT
A6: I don't always process it all. sometimes it's just too much.
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theedpodcast
Jun 28 @ 8:44 PM EDT
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A6: At conferences, take notes. Boil them down into 2 or 3 action items. Make it manageable.
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:44 PM EDT
That is so true!
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In reply to @Celeste_Clemons
nathan_stevens
Jun 28 @ 8:44 PM EDT
A6 I rarely go to sessions. I tend to hang out and chat with folks. Keeps the session from being about me
#fledchat
In reply to @kmichellehowell
Celeste_Clemons
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:45 PM EDT
Yes! This can be tough.
#FLedChat
In reply to @geovagarcia3
iteachsprouts
Jun 28 @ 8:45 PM EDT
A6: The beauty of dragging someone-you can reflect, digest, share, plan, etc.
#fledchat
Hahne_KingEle
Jun 28 @ 8:45 PM EDT
A6 I use twitter to help catalog ideas during the conference as well as notes I take too. It's helpful post-conference.
#fledchat
nathan_stevens
Jun 28 @ 8:45 PM EDT
@TG_Neil
knows what this is like
#famous
#fledchat
nathan_stevens
Jun 28 @ 8:44 PM EDT
A6 I rarely go to sessions. I tend to hang out and chat with folks. Keeps the session from being about me
#fledchat
In reply to @kmichellehowell
NancyeBlackEdu
Jun 28 @ 8:45 PM EDT
Floridians representing proudly at
#ISTE17
!!!
#FLedChat
#FSTE
@fstenet
MrsAromanda
Jun 28 @ 8:45 PM EDT
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MrsAromanda
Jun 28 @ 8:45 PM EDT
A6: I think I have to share what I learned in order to process it.
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:46 PM EDT
A6. I have to break it down into what I can immediately implement & then think about the bigger ideas & implement over time.
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geovagarcia3
Jun 28 @ 8:46 PM EDT
A6: discuss it w/ the ppl that I meet at the conf. Read over notes and literature provided, & also do more research on the topic.
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kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:46 PM EDT
What a gorgeous group!
#FLedChat
#FSTE
In reply to @NancyeBlackEdu, @fstenet, @s_bearden, @dene_gainey, @ProfeEdTech, @ScienceParsons, @KristinCHarr, @LaneyBlair_, @craigblackIT
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:46 PM EDT
Nope. I am no where near your level of
#Famous
.
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In reply to @nathan_stevens
Celeste_Clemons
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:46 PM EDT
Yep! You got it. Love bouncing ideas off of someone and getting their perspective even if we attended the same session
#FLedChat
In reply to @iteachsprouts
nathan_stevens
Jun 28 @ 8:47 PM EDT
I am
#infamous
#fledchat
In reply to @TG_Neil
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:47 PM EDT
A6: If I'm driving back, I have a friend or 2 I can call and break it all down with. They help me process.
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nathan_stevens
Jun 28 @ 8:47 PM EDT
But I am also famous for being a twitter moron
#fledchat
In reply to @TG_Neil
Celeste_Clemons
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:47 PM EDT
Yaaaaasssss!!!!
#FLedChat
In reply to @NancyeBlackEdu, @fstenet, @s_bearden, @dene_gainey, @ProfeEdTech, @ScienceParsons, @KristinCHarr, @LaneyBlair_, @craigblackIT
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:48 PM EDT
Since it has already been brought up, here is Q7!
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kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:49 PM EDT
A7. My admin usually likes something semi-formal presented to faculty. I also talk with others about ideas they might like.
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NancyeBlackEdu
Jun 28 @ 8:50 PM EDT
Of course we miss the rest of the
#FLedChat
crew!! Hope everyone has had a great week wherever you are!! Xoxo
In reply to @kmichellehowell, @fstenet, @s_bearden, @dene_gainey, @ProfeEdTech, @ScienceParsons, @KristinCHarr, @LaneyBlair_, @craigblackIT
theedpodcast
Jun 28 @ 8:50 PM EDT
#FLedChat
A7: If it's good enough, I learn more, then present at staff meetings, other conferences...also with my students!
MrsAromanda
Jun 28 @ 8:50 PM EDT
A7: I have one or two people that I share with. I try to set up after school hands on. Doing my 1st google hangout soon.
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nathan_stevens
Jun 28 @ 8:50 PM EDT
A7 ummmm .... I tweet it
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In reply to @kmichellehowell
Hahne_KingEle
Jun 28 @ 8:50 PM EDT
A7 I pass along info & ideas via twitter, facebook, at school, & to anyone who listens. I get really excited & go on!
#fledchat
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:50 PM EDT
XOXOXO!
#FLedChat
In reply to @NancyeBlackEdu, @fstenet, @s_bearden, @dene_gainey, @ProfeEdTech, @ScienceParsons, @KristinCHarr, @LaneyBlair_, @craigblackIT
geovagarcia3
Jun 28 @ 8:51 PM EDT
A7: set a professional learning sessions w/ PLCs to provide the new info to Ts. Share resources from conf. using Dropbox or Drive
#FLedChat
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:51 PM EDT
A7: Blog posts, conversations with peers, etc. Most learning returns in other presentations I give.
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Cass_Stewart
Jun 28 @ 8:51 PM EDT
A7: Twitter is my fav place to take notes....otherwise embed in PD, share in newsletter, blog post, hallway convo, etc.
#FLedChat
WillGourley
Jun 28 @ 8:51 PM EDT
Why I love TED conferences. They're not solely filled with educators. Teachers need to get away from me another once in a while.
#FLedChat
In reply to @theedpodcast
iteachsprouts
Jun 28 @ 8:52 PM EDT
A7: I start with my team, test on my own kids or my students, or teacher friends.
#fledchat
Celeste_Clemons
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:52 PM EDT
A7 At school, I try to sort through my learning and choose what I share. Too much sharing can overwhelm others
#FLedChat
MrsAromanda
Jun 28 @ 8:53 PM EDT
@iteachsprouts
we have enough kids to have almost a whole class to practice on.
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Celeste_Clemons
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:53 PM EDT
Oh boy! You don't even know how many times my personal children have been guinea pigs...it's real!
#FLedChat
In reply to @iteachsprouts
MarvinByrd
Jun 28 @ 8:54 PM EDT
A7 I like informal conversations with members of my PLC. That way things aren't rigid & I'm free to 'shotgun' all that I learned
#FLedChat
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:54 PM EDT
Here is Q8! Man this hour is flying by!
#FLedChat
Celeste_Clemons
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:55 PM EDT
I know right! My poor baby girl really gets it. Glad she's a good sport about it though...lol
#FLedChat
In reply to @iteachsprouts
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:55 PM EDT
A8. Have a lovely friend who is willing to share their room!
@TG_Neil
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TG_Neil
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:55 PM EDT
A8: Sofa Tours! Find a friend nearby that will let you crash on a sofa. Also, many conferences will cut costs if you present.
#FLedChat
theedpodcast
Jun 28 @ 8:55 PM EDT
#FLedChat
A8: Attend conf's digitally! Went to
@ASCD
in my PJ's one year...very comfy.
MrsAromanda
Jun 28 @ 8:56 PM EDT
A6: Find ones close to home, day trips
#FLedChat
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:56 PM EDT
Love it!
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In reply to @theedpodcast, @ASCD
Hahne_KingEle
Jun 28 @ 8:56 PM EDT
A8 Enter a raffle at a conference you go to. I got lucky and was able to attend
#sxswedu
this year. Attend local/drivable events.
#fledchat
korytellers
Jun 28 @ 8:57 PM EDT
YES!
#FLEdChat
In reply to @nathan_stevens, @TG_Neil
WillGourley
Jun 28 @ 8:57 PM EDT
Wrote this piece after a run of two or three Ed conferences where eduoverload occured.
https://t.co/wpB94Y74Fz
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In reply to @theedpodcast
Hahne_KingEle
Jun 28 @ 8:57 PM EDT
A8 Lots of online PD you can do from your couch/home. Be on the look out.
#fledchat
nathan_stevens
Jun 28 @ 8:57 PM EDT
Yes?
#fledchat
In reply to @korytellers, @TG_Neil
korytellers
Jun 28 @ 8:58 PM EDT
Yes to what you said in that tweet. :-P
#FLEdChat
In reply to @nathan_stevens, @TG_Neil
TG_Neil
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:58 PM EDT
You have to plan WAY in advance. It took me a full year to get my calendar straight.
#FLedChat
In reply to @iteachsprouts
jdeek
Jun 28 @ 8:58 PM EDT
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A8 - Submit a proposal to present. You get to share your ideas and get many more ideas in return.
nathan_stevens
Jun 28 @ 8:59 PM EDT
I am glad that someone agrees that I am a twitter moron
#sendKoryandNathantoISTE18
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In reply to @korytellers, @TG_Neil
Celeste_Clemons
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:59 PM EDT
A8 I attend webinars. Lots of great learning there. But I love attending conf. The expenses get me. So I'm all for cutting costs
#FLedChat
kmichellehowell
- Moderator
Jun 28 @ 8:59 PM EDT
With 2 min. to go, here is Q9! Don't forget to follow those whose ideas you like!
#FLedChat