#4thchat Archive
#4thchat is a hashtag for teachers or anyone to talk about educational issues relating to 4th grade. Using #4thchat will create a network of 4th grade teachers or teachers working with 9-10 year olds across the world. We welcome anyone who 1. teaches 4th grade 2 .Works with 4th grade students and or 4th grade teachers 3. Likes 4th grade teachers (Groupies are encouraged).
Monday June 27, 2016
She is hosting from a gathering at
I don’t know! Calling Paula Naugle! Having too much ISTE fun? is waiting! :)
Maybe I will start a new hashtag: !
Maybe she is doing the second line?
. Well, just in case they are having internet trouble... Welcome, everyone-tell us who you are!
Billy from North NJ, Father and Teacher.
Hello Megan from Minnesota.
I’m Jenn from Indiana. Happy to be here for . We are missing who is at a family function.
So good to connect with you tonight! How was your Monday?
Lovely and warm. Got to meet Paula on Saturday at HackEd! How was your Monday?
Hi, Don! Are you at ISTE this year?
It was great- got to run the Mom Taxi service most of the day. Wouldn’t trade it for the world!
My Monday was great. How about yours?
Nice to have summertime to do that. I had puppy lap time - priceless!
Q1: While we are waiting for Paula to connect, please share if you have been to ISTE?
A1 Have been to ISTE a few times!
A1: So lucky to attend 14 and 15 in Atlanta and Philly. SO AMAZING! Sad not to be there right now!
I have been to ISTE but it has been a few years. I am wishing I was back.
Q2: Are there questions you have about ISTE that and I could answer if you haven’t been?
Went to this weekend but never been to the full conference.
How was that, Elizabeth? I didn’t make it to that either year.
4th grade teacher from St. Charles, Il. Been awhile since I joined 4th chat. A1-never been to ISTE, would love to go
Excellent workshop on personalized learning versus differentiation!
It’s Dara! We are talking ISTE- have you been?
A2 been to ISTE 5 times -- Philly (2), Atlanta, San Diego, San Antonio
I got some good thoughts and had great conversation with co-teacher who drove down with me.
Can you tell us what the best parts of ISTE are?
Nah --- the 1st time I went -- I cried....so overwhelmed -- Knew NOBODY!
Wow! Awesome! Can you share what you think the most meaningful takeaways are? https://t.co/fmH7MhhD3R
A2 been to ISTE 5 times -- Philly (2), Atlanta, San Diego, San Antonio
I can see that - it was overwhelming just on Saturday morning for unplugged!
-- without a doubt the CONVERSATIONS (not the sessions) -- real people sharing real stories
Q3: Anyone out there tweeting from ISTE now? We are looking fro !
Could not agree more with you https://t.co/r9PAKB487S
-- without a doubt the CONVERSATIONS (not the sessions) -- real people sharing real stories
Secondly -- the POSTER SESSIONS -- real people sharing real ideas that they are using -- both pros/cons/success/fails
I agree the connections and conversations are worth every penny! So inspiring!
I’d totally agree - while I enjoyed the session, I loved talking with other teachers from around the world. https://t.co/himG9GQHrQ
-- without a doubt the CONVERSATIONS (not the sessions) -- real people sharing real stories
The conversation that take place from people you meet.
Well, shucks, Billy! I would say the same!
A1: not yet! I definitely want to make that happen... And soon. Currently planning
Hey --- someone please find Paula Naugle and let her know is looking for her! THANK YOU
I agree- especially the kids presenting! The conversations with them were priceless.
Oh, Amy! This summer? Sounds like fun. Did you apply for a ?
I have a couple of friends calling Paula
Please post pics! And be safe!
Miss you Jen. Hope you are having a blast at
Hi Jerry --- superbly busy with --- good to see you
Q4: Twitter is so important to make/contain connections and keep in touch at . Could you live without it?
Jerry where we suppose to meet at Terminal Market?
I think she double booked herself
All of the above. Happy Anniversary!
I could live without it, but why would I want to?
A4- Yes, I can --- and I did walk away for about 4 months --- what it does most is keep me CURRENT & always new ideas
I could and have taken twitter breaks, but life and teaching is much better when I stay connected.
Q5: Name the two favorite things you learned at or
A4: Twitter has really helped provide new ideas and connections - lived without it many years but it is useful!
Alright, , feel free to comment/ask questions during this open mic time!
Alright, , feel free to comment/ask questions during this open mic time!
sometimes it gets to be too much. when I personalize it rather than keep it professional.
A5 I remember feeling our shcool was on the right path after attending ISTE. We had jsut gotten iPads 1:1 mgr and cart for eled
A5: I learned about (priceless) and (social).
Around Dec -- many posts were "EGO'S" rather than sharing -- and I needed to step away for a bit - came back in May
What's the best way to use one iPad in the classroom?
Oh, goodness! Yes it has! I have been crazy busy, but great! Wish we could get together!
Following ISTE events through twitter. Any shared resources available for those
I think that is the best part of is everyone who shares.
Kene- If only one, use it to have sets record items for digital student portfolios with ! Love it.
Balance being out of wack. When I focus on 1 or 2 things on twiiter it is better. Can become consuming.
Very True --- sometimes, when it becomes blurry--it is not as helpful.
Thank you, I'm sure I'll find some great information.
Sorry to cut out early - happy summering, all. Hope someone finds
Q6: Best organizational tool? or …..
Bye, Elizabeth! Have a great evening!
A6 --- I am a fan of twitter hashtags and for my students, I use Symbaloo ---
Totally forgot about PINTEREST -- yep, and PINTEREST too
Jealous of all the lucky folks out in Denver for
We can call it an early night my friend!
Sounds like a good idea! Seems like a busy night. Thank you.
I use both Symbaloo for students and Seesaw to communicate with fam.
Thanks to all friends. This awesome tribe is one of a kind! Go forth and be fabulous!
OOHhhh- now that sounds interesting!
So pumped about the improvements with Google too, Expeditions, Google forms graded quizzes, etc
Great. I did the project a few years ago last year timing was not good. Excited to try again SS love it!
Thanks for moderating . Always a great way to spend Monday evening. Have an awesome week
