#edtechbridge Archive
Building an authentic community of #edtech developers and educators to help create better #edtech. Join our #edtechbridge chat monthly on the 2nd Wednesday at 8:00 p.m. ET!
Wednesday March 9, 2016
4:00 PM EST
edtechjam
Mar 9 @ 4:00 PM EST
Excited to be joining
#EdTechBridge
from
#SXSWedu16
today!
TaliaArbit
Mar 9 @ 4:00 PM EST
Hi all! Talia here from
@FrontRow
in SF. Happy to be repping
#edtechbridge
here at
#SXSWedu
. What an amazing community ๐
Tara_Bonds
Mar 9 @ 4:01 PM EST
Hello! Excited to by seeing
#edtechbridge
here at
#SWSWedu
! So much fun!
edtechjam
Mar 9 @ 4:02 PM EST
Nice to see you,
@TaliaArbit
:) And welcome
@Tara_Bonds
!
#edtechbridge
JoLisaKH
Mar 9 @ 4:02 PM EST
Hello all! US Teaching Ambassador Fellow from
@LeanderISD
#edtechbridge
#TeachersAtED
mzgrz
Mar 9 @ 4:04 PM EST
Hi! Michelle from NJ. Second grade. I work with other Ts and developers often
#edtechbridge
BenPKramer
Mar 9 @ 4:04 PM EST
Teacher and principal, now conduct outreach to schools and families for PBS Kids
#edtechbridge
sandobalj
Mar 9 @ 4:05 PM EST
Hi! I'm an instructional technologist that works with teachers in Leander ISD
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 4:07 PM EST
The live
#earlyedtech
group at
#sxswedu
#edtechbridge
#SXSWedu
#SXSWedu2016
https://t.co/PcVsKfG060
mikewatanabe
Mar 9 @ 4:07 PM EST
This week
#EdtechBridge
is early! Iโm not at
#SXSWedu
, but a lot of the participants are. Starting now!
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 4:08 PM EST
#Edtechbridge
starting in person at
#SXSWEdu
and about to start here online as well
cybraryman1
Mar 9 @ 4:09 PM EST
@JannaDG
#EdTechBridge
Twitter Education Chats Schedule
https://t.co/mGcagX8JpP
My Ed Hashtags page
https://t.co/ZHALa9nUlj
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 4:09 PM EST
#Edtechbridge
at
#SXSWEdu
repped by
@mr_isaacs
@mzgrz
@TaliaArbit
@edtechjam
while I hold down the fort online =)
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 4:11 PM EST
Welcome to a special
#EdTechBridge
. We're on Twitter while
@mr_issacs
@taliaarbit
@edtechjam
@mzgrz
and the Dept of Ed talk f2f at
#SXSWedu
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 4:11 PM EST
INTROS! Please introduce yourself, name, role, location, and favorite early learning app
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 4:12 PM EST
@mikewatanabe
Thanks for joining!
#edtechbridge
mikewatanabe
Mar 9 @ 4:12 PM EST
@katyamuses
Thanks for hosting!
#edtechbridge
aoakes4
Mar 9 @ 4:12 PM EST
@mr_isaacs
Hey there, Steve! Good to see you all! Abner from
@all4ed
#edtechbridge
#SXSWedu
Former
#edtech
peep. :)
AbbyKennell
Mar 9 @ 4:12 PM EST
Campus level support to Ts & Ss for integrating tech to enhance learning targets.
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 4:13 PM EST
Intro: Katya, NYC, UX Research
@brainpop
, and love many early learning apps - first to come to mind is The Foos
#edtechbridge
spirrison
Mar 9 @ 4:13 PM EST
Exciting format! This is
@spirrison
from
@participatelrn
in Chicago
#edtechbridge
edtechjam
Mar 9 @ 4:13 PM EST
Emily, community and content at
@Flocabulary
in NYC. Hi, all!
#edtechbridge
OohShiny_Sarah
Mar 9 @ 4:14 PM EST
@JannaDG
@EdTechBridge
and I just discovered it from your tweet! Thx!
#edtechbridge
#SXSWedu
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 4:15 PM EST
Q1 coming right up!
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 4:15 PM EST
Q1. What (do you imagine) is the typical development process of EdTech for early learning?
#edtechbridge
TigglyKids
Mar 9 @ 4:15 PM EST
What an honor to be joining
#EdTechBridge
from
#SXSWedu16
today!
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 4:16 PM EST
@OohShiny_Sarah
@JannaDG
@EdTechBridge
Welcome Sarah and Janna!
#edtechbridge
DebbyCall6
Mar 9 @ 4:17 PM EST
Debby from NY dropping in while waiting for Open House to begin.
#EdTechBridge
saranshgarg
Mar 9 @ 4:17 PM EST
5 Effective Ways for Interaction and Communication with Instructors
https://t.co/0NmnPaMge5
#edtechchat
#edtechbridge
#education
#edtech
cybraryman1
Mar 9 @ 4:17 PM EST
A1 EdTech companies need to test their products with children & teachers at all levels
#Edtechbridge
at
#SXSWEdu
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 4:17 PM EST
Q1 has entered the building: Q1. What (do you imagine) is the typical development process of EdTech for early learning?
#edtechbridge
mikewatanabe
Mar 9 @ 4:17 PM EST
#edtechbridge
Hi, Iโm Mike,
@BrainPOP
โs Creative Director in Honolulu. Huge fan of
@tocaboca
; canโt stop playing
@motionmath
's pizza game
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 4:18 PM EST
A1. I imagine a lot of play and exploration among designers, and (hopefully) a lot of interacting with young learners
#edtechbridge
Tara_Bonds
Mar 9 @ 4:19 PM EST
A1: Developers need to interact with young learners and their educators to build standard based learning opportunities.
#edtechbridge
CREATOMbuilder
Mar 9 @ 4:19 PM EST
Kathy Fritz here in Savannah.
#edtechbridge
h@katyamuses
@Glennr1809
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 4:20 PM EST
@CREATOMbuilder
@Glennr1809
Hey Kathy!
#edtechbridge
edtechjam
Mar 9 @ 4:20 PM EST
.
@mr_isaacs
discussing
#edtechbridge
and its history at an
#EarlyTech
roundtable with the
@usedgov
. Join us!
https://t.co/dAtapjsy4x
j_millstone
Mar 9 @ 4:20 PM EST
HI there - Jessica, dir of engagement
@brainpop
. Love the open-ended creative apps like those from Toca Boca and Tinybop.
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 4:21 PM EST
@edtechjam
@mr_isaacs
@usedgov
Happy to see these pics! Nice haircut
@mr_isaacs
=P
#edtechbridge
JoLisaKH
Mar 9 @ 4:21 PM EST
A1: I hope lots off input from learners, educators and parents.
#edtechbridge
mikewatanabe
Mar 9 @ 4:21 PM EST
A1: Prototype, playtest, prototype, playtest, prototype, playtest. Repeat.
#edtechbridge
jamescollinsjr
Mar 9 @ 4:22 PM EST
Excited to be participating in the
#edtechbridge
early learning Ed tech meeting!
#SXSWedu
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 4:22 PM EST
@JoLisaKH
I hope so too, but I imagine getting lots of young learner input is hard for many
#earlytech
creators logistically
#edtechbridge
The_AKAdemic
Mar 9 @ 4:22 PM EST
I would assume a combination of ideas/input from all parties who would benefit from the product.
#edtechbridge
KevinKrippa
Mar 9 @ 4:22 PM EST
#EdTechBridge
Doing homework and I realized I was 10 minutes late! Anyway., Kevin K here, student leader at
@BayshoreMiddle
sandobalj
Mar 9 @ 4:22 PM EST
A1: typical developmental process for edtech should involve teachers, parents, and students.
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 4:23 PM EST
A1: Hopefully meet with parents, students, teachers from the beginning and then invoke upon the dev process as a team :)
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 4:23 PM EST
YES!
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/72Ee78HdNi
Tara_Bonds
Mar 9 @ 4:19 PM EST
A1: Developers need to interact with young learners and their educators to build standard based learning opportunities.
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 4:23 PM EST
Q2 is next...
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 4:23 PM EST
Give us a minute for Q2 :)
#edtechbridge
CREATOMbuilder
Mar 9 @ 4:24 PM EST
Need more opportunities to do edtech hacks with teachers and admins to build the products and services needed.
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 4:24 PM EST
Hi everyone - just getting underway with Q1 here in
#Austin
#SXSWEdu
#SXSWEdu2016
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 4:24 PM EST
Wish
@katyamuses
was here with us but quite grateful that she can feed the questions from home :)
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 4:24 PM EST
@mr_isaacs
Let me know when you're ready,
#SXSWedu
people
#edtechbridge
AbbyKennell
Mar 9 @ 4:24 PM EST
Abby Kennell, Asst. Principal Reagan Elementary, LeanderISD.
#edtechbridge
DebbyCall6
Mar 9 @ 4:25 PM EST
A1: Research on the needs of Edtech for early learning. Surveys, trial run on products, etc.
#EdTechBridge
mikewatanabe
Mar 9 @ 4:25 PM EST
@ignacio_s
My son and I are also addicted to
@motionmath
โs Cupcake game!
#edtechbridge
dbingyou
Mar 9 @ 4:25 PM EST
Listen to, learn from, and be inspired by users/potential users at the early stages of product development.
#edtechbridge
#SXSWedu
mzgrz
Mar 9 @ 4:25 PM EST
A1 devs identify a need or a goal to be met
#edtechbridge
cybraryman1
Mar 9 @ 4:25 PM EST
@OohShiny_Sarah
I made a TweetDeck column for
@katyamuses
to find questions.
#EdTechBridge
at
#SXSWedu
TweetDeck
https://t.co/YM61q8sKTl
mzgrz
Mar 9 @ 4:26 PM EST
A1. Is there something that can support Ts or ps that we can provide?
#edtechbridge
KevinKrippa
Mar 9 @ 4:26 PM EST
@mr_issacs
I'm unsure where the questions are located.
#EdTechBridge
AbbyKennell
Mar 9 @ 4:27 PM EST
A1: developers need to start w/ a problem users (teachers & students) face by asking ?'s.
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 4:27 PM EST
Q1 has entered the building: Q1. What (do you imagine) is the typical development process of EdTech for early learning?
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 4:27 PM EST
There you go
@kevin
#edtechbridge
TOTALTeacher
Mar 9 @ 4:27 PM EST
Hi! Leanna from KY-I'm at
#KySTE16
and thought I'd jump in on the
#edtechbridge
conversation! Always great!
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 4:27 PM EST
Ready for Q2
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 4:28 PM EST
@KevinKrippa
@mr_issacs
Here is Q1 What (do you imagine) is the typical development process of EdTech for early learning?
#edtechbridge
mikewatanabe
Mar 9 @ 4:28 PM EST
@ignacio_s
There are also a lot of great answers in the
#edtechbridge
chat about what we might do even earlier :)
TaliaArbit
Mar 9 @ 4:28 PM EST
A1: we're exploring the overlap between Ts, parents and both in
#earlyed
app procurement. The stakeholders are intertwined!
#Edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 4:28 PM EST
Q2 coming up!
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 4:28 PM EST
Q2. How are stakeholders (parents, educators, students) involved in the process of EdTech for early learning?
#edtechbridge
TigglyKids
Mar 9 @ 4:29 PM EST
#EdTechBridge
Q1. It's very important to involve teachers, parents, and kids in the design process for early learning
mzgrz
Mar 9 @ 4:29 PM EST
A2 in our group not many have had opportunity to provide feedback.
#edtechbridge
LindseyOwn
Mar 9 @ 4:29 PM EST
We were just promoting the heck out of
#edtechbridge
in our panel on
#edtech
learning from teachers at
#SXSWedu
!
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 4:29 PM EST
@LindseyOwn
Yay! Can you come tou our meetup at 5?
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 4:29 PM EST
Q2. How are stakeholders (parents, educators, students) involved in the process of EdTech for early learning?
#edtechbridge
CREATOMbuilder
Mar 9 @ 4:29 PM EST
A1. It could be based on research with edtech companies partnering with universities and lab schools
#EdTechBridge
tiggrtch
Mar 9 @ 4:30 PM EST
Becky from Central California, saw friends posting and decided to jump in.
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 4:30 PM EST
@LindseyOwn
Awesome! I heard there was an
#edtechbridge
shoutout from
@WickedDecent
TaliaArbit
Mar 9 @ 4:30 PM EST
From an educational perspective, Ts want tracking pieces for kids.
#edtechbridge
#earlyed
mzgrz
Mar 9 @ 4:30 PM EST
A2 ps may not know how to provide feedback or feel like it's not heard
#edtechbridge
jamescollinsjr
Mar 9 @ 4:30 PM EST
Where do you provide feedback? How can a parent share their experience? It's a struggle with early ed tech.
#edtechbridge
#SXSWedu
j_millstone
Mar 9 @ 4:30 PM EST
How can parents and teachers give feedback to developers? Not a clear process - could rate in Store, or just not download.
#edtechbridge
JoLisaKH
Mar 9 @ 4:30 PM EST
A2 Many models depending on company's interest in involving stakeholders.
#edtechbridge
LindseyOwn
Mar 9 @ 4:30 PM EST
@mr_isaacs
are you running that?!? It was on my list, but now I'm def in
#edtechbridge
cybraryman1
Mar 9 @ 4:30 PM EST
A2 All should actively work with children to learn together. Educators need to help parents
#EdTechBridge
#SXSWedu
https://t.co/s4Y6TaY8oH
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 4:31 PM EST
A2. I'm not sure tbh I involve Ts/Ss in my work in the classroom. How do
#earlytech
get Ss involved if they are pre-school?
#edtechbridge
lambert_kellie
Mar 9 @ 4:31 PM EST
A2: By making connections, providing 2-way communication, piloting & beta testing, along with asking for feedback/input
#edtechbridge
mzgrz
Mar 9 @ 4:31 PM EST
A2 can there be a way for Ss to provide feedback
#edtechbridge
LindseyOwn
Mar 9 @ 4:31 PM EST
A) lots of EL tech is at home... So parents vote w their dollars.
#edtechbridge
TaliaArbit
Mar 9 @ 4:32 PM EST
You want to ask Ss "did you like this app?" and, though they can't verbalize it, you can tell if they liked it.
#edtechbridge
#earlyed
MathFlashcards
Mar 9 @ 4:32 PM EST
Tara Bonds on Twitter
https://t.co/Fsyl12DFd3
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/1k1rJ7HAvr
KS_EdMktg
Mar 9 @ 4:32 PM EST
A2. Devs should've incorporated their feedback from start. Ongoing feedback s/b built into the product. Lean Startup, peeps.
#edtechbridge
tiggrtch
Mar 9 @ 4:32 PM EST
A2: aside from having ONE vote per school in PLC for curriculum choice? Teachers are hardly heard by most places.
#edtechbridge
sandobalj
Mar 9 @ 4:33 PM EST
A2: stakeholder feedback needs to occur more than once. It needs to be continual.
#edtechbridge
tiggrtch
Mar 9 @ 4:33 PM EST
Ss don't like an app, they won't use it-teachers will revamp for them-but admins revamp for teachers? That'll be the day.
#edtechbridge
KS_EdMktg
Mar 9 @ 4:33 PM EST
A2. If tech is research-based, should be shared upfront w/both parents and teachers. Devs should set up advisory board.
#edtechbridge
CREATOMbuilder
Mar 9 @ 4:33 PM EST
Q2. Depends- edtech development ideas do start as local problems at a local school. It's how to infer relevance elsewhere.
#EdTechBridge
DebbyCall6
Mar 9 @ 4:34 PM EST
A2: Communicating S needs is key to develop and enhance Edtech skills, and to prepare Ss to be future ready (Leaders).
#EdTechBridge
aoakes4
Mar 9 @ 4:34 PM EST
A1: Sorry. Still thinking about Q1.
#edtechbridge
#SXSWedu
What early learning research has the developer made the bedrock of his/her work?
KarinHogen
Mar 9 @ 4:34 PM EST
A2: feedback from different types of stakeholders and even differentiate in that. Different types of Ts, admins, Ss, etc
#edtechbridge
AbbyKennell
Mar 9 @ 4:34 PM EST
A2: My exp shows limited involvement from stakeholders for development. Not bc unwilling but lack of opp.
#edtechbridge
spaul6414
Mar 9 @ 4:34 PM EST
A2. Issue is to get everyone involved in process. Early childhood most parents have no idea. But recommend, give 2Ss 4trial.
#edtechbridge
mslinch
Mar 9 @ 4:34 PM EST
#edtechbridge
Q2 At BrainPOP, we go into the classroom for feedback on early stage paper prototypes. Going to Bronx elem. school in the am!
Tara_Bonds
Mar 9 @ 4:35 PM EST
A2: Beta testing with education.
#edtechbridge
CREATOMbuilder
Mar 9 @ 4:35 PM EST
A2. Cont... testing in many settings across demographics (public/private, economics, cultures) is key
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 4:35 PM EST
I hear there may be some participation from Budapest during
@microsoft_edu
E2 Welcome
@nealmanegold
and the
#MIEExperts
#edtechbridge
mslinch
Mar 9 @ 4:36 PM EST
#edtechbridge
A2 At BrainPOP, we go into the classroom for feedback on early stage paper prototypes. Going to Bronx elem. school in the am!
lambert_kellie
Mar 9 @ 4:36 PM EST
I'm really enjoying this Participate Learning platform to use during Twitter chats
https://t.co/p4VH5DDuVt
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 4:36 PM EST
@mslinch
Hi there!
#SXSWEdu
#SXSWEdu2016
#edtechbridge
TaliaArbit
Mar 9 @ 4:36 PM EST
Seeing Ss interact with the app in person is imp. + how that changes through time.
#edtechbridge
#earlyed
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 4:36 PM EST
@lambert_kellie
Hey - it's my new
#SXSWEdu
friend :)
@officeofedtech
#edtechbridge
tiggrtch
Mar 9 @ 4:37 PM EST
@mslinch
I'm aware other companies do this as well.
#edtechbridge
TBermiss
Mar 9 @ 4:37 PM EST
Let's add more parental controlled timers to apps for 2-6yr old. Except when on airplane.
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 4:37 PM EST
@lambert_kellie
Me too! participate learning is awesome #
#edtechbridge
spaul6414
Mar 9 @ 4:37 PM EST
@DebbyCall6
Agree but for early childhood can be limited unless Ss exposed to tech before coming to preK. Input with parents.
#edtechbridge
NealManegold
Mar 9 @ 4:37 PM EST
Anyone up here at
#E2
join
@mr_isaacs
on this week's chat from
#SXSWedu
happening now
#MIEExperts
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 4:37 PM EST
Wonder if
@iwearthecrowns
is around and could join us :)
https://t.co/kC2bStGb5E
#SXSWEdu
#SXSWEdu2016
#notatSXSWEdu
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 4:37 PM EST
Wonder if
@iwearthecrowns
is around and could join us :)
https://t.co/jP8JDNIHnj
#SXSWEdu
#SXSWEdu2016
#notatSXSWEdu
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 4:37 PM EST
Are we ready for Q3?
#edtechbridge
edtechjam
Mar 9 @ 4:38 PM EST
Agreed,
@mr_isaacs
!
#WheresKnives
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/5vhYc5aoVf
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 4:37 PM EST
Wonder if
@iwearthecrowns
is around and could join us :)
https://t.co/jP8JDNIHnj
#SXSWEdu
#SXSWEdu2016
#notatSXSWEdu
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 4:38 PM EST
Let's do it! Q3 coming right up...
#edtechbridge
spaul6414
Mar 9 @ 4:38 PM EST
@TaliaArbit
Trial and error method. It's what works for Ss that is important.
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 4:38 PM EST
Q3. What features of EdTech for early learning do parents and educators like? Dislike? Why?
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 4:38 PM EST
Q3 in the house!
#edtechbridge
TaliaArbit
Mar 9 @ 4:38 PM EST
Ts want platforms that are enjoyable but also meaningful, not just "fun".
#edtechbridge
#earlyed
mzgrz
Mar 9 @ 4:39 PM EST
A3 ps don't like in app purchases neither do Ts. Just make me pay up front!
#edtechbridge
AbbyKennell
Mar 9 @ 4:39 PM EST
A3: We like the ones that enhance learning targets for students. Dislike the ones that are merely fun.
#edtechbridge
TigglyKids
Mar 9 @ 4:39 PM EST
A3. Giving children the power to create and share their work with parents, friends, teachers, and classmates
#EdTechBridge
jamescollinsjr
Mar 9 @ 4:39 PM EST
A3: In-app purchases and bundles are a common enemy in our group.
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/SZCWA8QgRp
tiggrtch
Mar 9 @ 4:40 PM EST
Many Ts are still technophobic, and want something easy for them to navigate, also.
#edtechbridge
mzgrz
Mar 9 @ 4:40 PM EST
A3 Make pricing easier to see. Show me the bundle
#edtechbridge
mikewatanabe
Mar 9 @ 4:40 PM EST
#edtechbridge
A3: The distinct separation of learning goals and โthe fun part" makes me sad
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 4:40 PM EST
@TigglyKids
Sharing work with parents = super important. I hear that request a lot
#edtechbridge
TigglyKids
Mar 9 @ 4:40 PM EST
A3. Flexible edtech products that teachers could customize based on their stunners' needs
#EdTechBridge
JoLisaKH
Mar 9 @ 4:40 PM EST
A3: Our table is against annoying noises.
#edtechbridge
sandobalj
Mar 9 @ 4:41 PM EST
A3: EdTech features should have easy access for parents to support instruction and be informed.
#edtechbridge
mzgrz
Mar 9 @ 4:41 PM EST
A3 tell me the parent role in the description so I know I can be involved.
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 4:41 PM EST
@JoLisaKH
Are you guys tweeting by table at
#SXSWEdu
?
#fun
=)
#edtechbridge
tiggrtch
Mar 9 @ 4:41 PM EST
A3: I like that many apps I use have a free AND paid version. Allows for trials before diving in.
#edtechbridge
LindseyOwn
Mar 9 @ 4:42 PM EST
Can someone retweet Q3?
#edtechbridge
JoLisaKH
Mar 9 @ 4:42 PM EST
@katyamuses
Yes!
#edtechbridge
in person and on twitter.
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 4:42 PM EST
@LindseyOwn
Q3. What features of EdTech for early learning do parents and educators like? Dislike? Why?
#edtechbridge
TaliaArbit
Mar 9 @ 4:42 PM EST
Ts want: the ability to create + share, to update parents, for cross-curricular products.
#earlyed
#edtechbridge
KS_EdMktg
Mar 9 @ 4:42 PM EST
@jamescollinsjr
Could you plz clarify? Do you mean unexpected in-app purchases and bundled prices? Or paywall of features?
#edtechbridge
edtechjam
Mar 9 @ 4:42 PM EST
@LindseyOwn
here you go!
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/huVkWiAhez
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 4:38 PM EST
Q3. What features of EdTech for early learning do parents and educators like? Dislike? Why?
#edtechbridge
NealManegold
Mar 9 @ 4:42 PM EST
A3: Most early learning products are drills and memorization, I want even very young students thinking not regurgitating
#edtechbridge
lambert_kellie
Mar 9 @ 4:42 PM EST
A3: Any edtech that gives ongoing real time feedback is always appreciated
#edtechbridge
TigglyKids
Mar 9 @ 4:42 PM EST
A3. Early learning products that include parents as part of their kids' play and learning journey
#EdTechBridge
tiggrtch
Mar 9 @ 4:42 PM EST
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/o4WGL7pfRI
jamescollinsjr
Mar 9 @ 4:39 PM EST
A3: In-app purchases and bundles are a common enemy in our group.
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/SZCWA8QgRp
TaliaArbit
Mar 9 @ 4:42 PM EST
"Utilize the tech to bring parents in."
#edtechbridge
#earlyed
#edtech
cybraryman1
Mar 9 @ 4:43 PM EST
A3 Early learners learn by doing. Need fun learning tech. My Early Childhood page
https://t.co/X4RuiLr0Da
#EdTechBridge
at
#SXSWedu
mzgrz
Mar 9 @ 4:43 PM EST
A3 like it to be something ss can do age appropriate
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 4:43 PM EST
@cybraryman1
Hey Jerry! Thanks for joining us today!
#SXSWEdu
#SXSWEdu2016
#edtechbridge
jamescollinsjr
Mar 9 @ 4:43 PM EST
A3: Love early ed tech that consciously involves parents in the experience.
#edtechbridge
#SXSWedu
JoLisaKH
Mar 9 @ 4:43 PM EST
.
@KS_EdMktg
@jamescollinsjr
Difficult for educators to secure permission to use apps that are not free.
#edtechbridge
LindseyOwn
Mar 9 @ 4:43 PM EST
A) dislike annoying music and cloying characters... Little kids can handle a little more sophistication
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 4:43 PM EST
QUESTION 3: What features of EdTech for early learning do parents and educators like? Dislike? Why?
#edtechbridge
mzgrz
Mar 9 @ 4:43 PM EST
A3 we like that there are supports within apps to help as be independent.
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 4:44 PM EST
@jamescollinsjr
Me too. And I wish that edtech for older kids did the same . .
#edtechbridge
CREATOMbuilder
Mar 9 @ 4:44 PM EST
How can edtech help to coach Ts in using more in depth platforms?
#EdTechBridge
@NealManegold
tiggrtch
Mar 9 @ 4:44 PM EST
For Ss, gamification and instant gratification are MUSTS in this world
#edtechbridge
TaliaArbit
Mar 9 @ 4:44 PM EST
This is such an eye-opening conversation! Chatting
#earlyed
#edtechbridge
style here at
#sxswedu
.
mikewatanabe
Mar 9 @ 4:44 PM EST
#edtechbridge
A3: Poorly considered visual design can make me delete an
#earlyedtech
app. What kids see can be as important as what they eat
DebbyCall6
Mar 9 @ 4:44 PM EST
@spaul6414
Agreed!
#edtechbridge
KS_EdMktg
Mar 9 @ 4:44 PM EST
@mikewatanabe
Mike, on A3. how does district separate learning goals and "fun part"? Delete creativity? Plz expand?
#edtechbridge
#SXSWedu
edtechjam
Mar 9 @ 4:44 PM EST
A3 Transparency and ongoing two-way communication a topic of interest at our
#SXSWedu
table.
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 4:44 PM EST
How do we feel about Q4?
#edtechbridge
iwearthecrowns
Mar 9 @ 4:44 PM EST
@mr_isaacs
I wish! In the car trying to get out of Newark to pick up
@leilaboo215
#edtechbridge
#topdown
https://t.co/cRyTzt9BLp
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 4:44 PM EST
@mikewatanabe
Well stated - I agree. Same goes for adults, right? We are so quick to leave something that's not inviting.
#edtechbridge
LindseyOwn
Mar 9 @ 4:45 PM EST
A3) WAY too many great early learning opportunities ONLY available on iPad, not online or accessible to laptop in any way
#edtechbridge
edtechjam
Mar 9 @ 4:45 PM EST
@iwearthecrowns
@mr_isaacs
@leilaboo215
Queen of the selfies!
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 4:45 PM EST
Hey there :)
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/JD94NNsazD
iwearthecrowns
Mar 9 @ 4:44 PM EST
@mr_isaacs
I wish! In the car trying to get out of Newark to pick up
@leilaboo215
#edtechbridge
#topdown
https://t.co/cRyTzt9BLp
KS_EdMktg
Mar 9 @ 4:45 PM EST
@JoLisaKH
@jamescollinsjr
Ah, I see. So freemium model is necessity to get any teacher usage to start with. Thanks for that!
#edtechbridge
mslinch
Mar 9 @ 4:45 PM EST
#edtechbridge
A3: As a parent, I like edtech that enables my kid to create, make, and problem solve.
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 4:45 PM EST
Yes! As a parent and teacher!
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/3ytGKoifme
mslinch
Mar 9 @ 4:45 PM EST
#edtechbridge
A3: As a parent, I like edtech that enables my kid to create, make, and problem solve.
TigglyKids
Mar 9 @ 4:46 PM EST
A3. Apps that work on multiple platforms
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 4:46 PM EST
@KS_EdMktg
@JoLisaKH
@jamescollinsjr
Hey Kishari - great to see you - getting to catch up with
@anaredmond
here at
#SXSWEdu
#edtechbridge
KS_EdMktg
Mar 9 @ 4:46 PM EST
@jamescollinsjr
Hm. Maybe a free pre-trial...there are bad apps out there. Sucks to get stuck w/something just b/c of budget.
#edtechbridge
PledgeCents
Mar 9 @ 4:47 PM EST
Joining in
#edtechbridge
a bit late... but we made it!
spaul6414
Mar 9 @ 4:47 PM EST
@mr_isaacs
@mikewatanabe
Yes! It has to be engaging for Ss.
#edtechbridge
tiggrtch
Mar 9 @ 4:47 PM EST
Apps need to be available on multiple platforms AND browsers.
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 4:47 PM EST
@PledgeCents
Never too late!
#edtechbridge
NealManegold
Mar 9 @ 4:47 PM EST
A3: Learning products pointed at consumer receive little scrutiny and parents need these vetted from educator advisors
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 4:47 PM EST
@PledgeCents
Hey - thanks for adjusting to our special time change this week :)
#SXSWEdu
#edtechbridge
TaliaArbit
Mar 9 @ 4:47 PM EST
A3: it's important to know the apps are connected to the learning goals.
#earlyed
#edtechbridge
#sxswedu
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 4:47 PM EST
@NealManegold
great having two people from your team here despite the many miles between!
@dbingyou
#minecraft
#edtechbridge
KS_EdMktg
Mar 9 @ 4:47 PM EST
@mr_isaacs
@JoLisaKH
@jamescollinsjr
@anaredmond
I saw Ana a few weeks ago. Fun to keep us all in the loop!
#edtechbridge
#SXSWedu
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 4:48 PM EST
@NealManegold
@dbingyou
How's
#E2
(silly question I'm sure!!!)
#maybenextyear
#sxswedu2016
#edtechbridge
PledgeCents
Mar 9 @ 4:48 PM EST
Same goes for adults! They'll delete apps, too, if they aren't visually pleasing
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/EOfdWsz7Ji
mikewatanabe
Mar 9 @ 4:44 PM EST
#edtechbridge
A3: Poorly considered visual design can make me delete an
#earlyedtech
app. What kids see can be as important as what they eat
TigglyKids
Mar 9 @ 4:48 PM EST
A3. Quality over quantity when it comes to early learning edtech.
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 4:48 PM EST
@PledgeCents
smart minds think alike. I said the exact same thing!
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 4:49 PM EST
@TigglyKids
so nice to see you in person and in the chat!
#SXSWEdu
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 4:49 PM EST
@mr_isaacs
Q4?
#edtechbridge
PledgeCents
Mar 9 @ 4:49 PM EST
@tiggrtch
Instant gratification is important to consider, but Ss also need to learn that they can't always have it... :~)
#edtechbridge
mikewatanabe
Mar 9 @ 4:49 PM EST
@KS_EdMktg
Sorry, *Distinct* separation. When you fly a spaceship to a math problem, and solve it before you can fly again
#edtechbridge
PledgeCents
Mar 9 @ 4:49 PM EST
@mr_isaacs
whoops! Didn't even see :~) def smart minds!
#edtechbridge
spaul6414
Mar 9 @ 4:50 PM EST
@tiggrtch
Agree but do find more for early learning on an iPad than Droid tablets. Need more developers to get on the ball.
#edtechbridge
TigglyKids
Mar 9 @ 4:50 PM EST
A3. Recommend book by
@lauren_houser
: Amplify- digital teaching and learning in the k-6 classroom
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 4:50 PM EST
Live from
#sxswedu
it's
@dbingyou
#minecraft
@NealManegold
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/KenwFn4HDe
tiggrtch
Mar 9 @ 4:50 PM EST
@PledgeCents
I totally agree! Paper and pencil activities are still so important for that very reason
#edtechbridge
JoLisaKH
Mar 9 @ 4:50 PM EST
.
@NealManegold
@KS_EdMktg
@jamescollinsjr
Licensing can be an issue if apps are shared, so yes. Free is easier.
#edtechbridge
mzgrz
Mar 9 @ 4:51 PM EST
A3 (sort of a4) offline version or extensions would be great
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 4:51 PM EST
Ready or not.. Q4 coming up!
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 4:51 PM EST
Q4. Fill in the blank: As a parent/educator my advice to developers of early learning apps/tech is ____
#edtechbridge
tiggrtch
Mar 9 @ 4:51 PM EST
Coming from a district that won't let us use anything but IE, we are limited as many apps no longer support it
#edtechbridge
TaliaArbit
Mar 9 @ 4:52 PM EST
A3: easy integration between tools is so important. Ex: does it work with Google Classroom?
#edtechbridge
#earlyed
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 4:52 PM EST
@tiggrtch
That sounds incredibly frustrating. And important for developers to know
#edtechbridge
JoLisaKH
Mar 9 @ 4:52 PM EST
A4: Involve teachers and utilize their expertise in teaching and children.
#edtechbridge
LindseyOwn
Mar 9 @ 4:52 PM EST
@Veganmathbeagle
@MsHoughton
Nor on my dancing singing neon-colored math game...
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 4:52 PM EST
Q4 is the $$$$ question! Let's hear it!
#SXSWEdu
#SXSWEdu2016
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/DF6SGDR4Hm
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 4:51 PM EST
Q4. Fill in the blank: As a parent/educator my advice to developers of early learning apps/tech is ____
#edtechbridge
KS_EdMktg
Mar 9 @ 4:53 PM EST
@mikewatanabe
Oh, sorry! Haha, I need to clean my glasses. Derp.
#edtechbridge
tiggrtch
Mar 9 @ 4:53 PM EST
@katyamuses
our super, too, since I caught him like one of my posts!
@musd
#edtechbridge
TaliaArbit
Mar 9 @ 4:53 PM EST
A4: spend the day in the life of a teacher and see their struggles, see what they love about their jobs.
#edtechbridge
#earlyed
Tara_Bonds
Mar 9 @ 4:53 PM EST
A4: Affordability
#edtechbridge
TigglyKids
Mar 9 @ 4:53 PM EST
A4. Get in the classroom. Go to teacher planning. Spend a day with teachers to get a sense of their day to day life
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 4:53 PM EST
Q4. Fill in the blank: As a parent/educator my advice to developers of early learning apps/tech is ____
#edtechbridge
mzgrz
Mar 9 @ 4:53 PM EST
A4 take the app to Ss to test or try it in real world (no wifi!! No game!!)
#edtechbridge
PledgeCents
Mar 9 @ 4:53 PM EST
@tiggrtch
yes, agreed!
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 4:53 PM EST
A4: continue to get the app in the hands of the consumer through the development process!
#edtechbridge
tiggrtch
Mar 9 @ 4:54 PM EST
@TaliaArbit
almost everything works with Google classroom, the issue is if you're not a GAFE district
#edtechbridge
lambert_kellie
Mar 9 @ 4:54 PM EST
A4: As an educator, my advice 2 developers of early learning apps/tech is 2 make sure they can enhance the curriculum
#edtechbridge
AbbyKennell
Mar 9 @ 4:54 PM EST
A4: Get into classrooms! Talk to Ts and Ss!
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 4:54 PM EST
YES YES YES YES !
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/LsnRwsmKhM
AbbyKennell
Mar 9 @ 4:54 PM EST
A4: Get into classrooms! Talk to Ts and Ss!
#edtechbridge
KS_EdMktg
Mar 9 @ 4:54 PM EST
@mikewatanabe
We support
#PBL
pedagogy for learning and fun integrated and feed into each other throughout--not separated. :)
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 4:54 PM EST
Happy to hear two devs at the same table here say that they get into classrooms EVERY Friday!
#SXSWEdu
#edtechbridge
TaliaArbit
Mar 9 @ 4:55 PM EST
A4: it's imp. to understand how little blips are magnified for the little tykes. Ts don't have that time to waste!
#Edtechbridge
#earlyed
BcCotter
Mar 9 @ 4:55 PM EST
@mr_isaacs
A4-collaborate, Listen, be open and not just thinking about the almighty $$
#edtechbridge
Boy am I late :-)
NealManegold
Mar 9 @ 4:55 PM EST
A4: Have the ethical backbone to demonstrate efficacy and advisory along with your product, show families it works
#edtechbridge
TigglyKids
Mar 9 @ 4:55 PM EST
A4. Minimize and simplify the set up and managing process. Time is very limited in classroom
#EdTechBridge
CREATOMbuilder
Mar 9 @ 4:55 PM EST
A4. Connect with your ts and Ss and invest your time to be part of the learning community.
#EdTechBridge
edtechjam
Mar 9 @ 4:55 PM EST
A4 Some themes at our table: Do (and use) research, talk to teachers, talk to students. Open communication and collaboration!
#edtechbridge
tiggrtch
Mar 9 @ 4:55 PM EST
I definitely agree, get in the classrooms -essential
#edtechbridge
LindseyOwn
Mar 9 @ 4:56 PM EST
A4) even if it's easy, don't make yet another pick-the-letter, click-the-number lame "learning" app.
#edtechbridge
spaul6414
Mar 9 @ 4:56 PM EST
@lambert_kellie
Yes. Common Core also.
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 4:56 PM EST
@mr_isaacs
That is super impressive! At
@brainpop
we strive to be in a (diff) classroom at least once per 2 wk sprint
#edtechbridge
jamescollinsjr
Mar 9 @ 4:56 PM EST
A4. Don't tell me how you're going to fix my kid, tell me how you're going to help us have new experiences together.
#edtechbridge
#SXSWedu
BenPKramer
Mar 9 @ 4:57 PM EST
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/cX5aMjYx9p
LindseyOwn
Mar 9 @ 4:57 PM EST
A4) think of early learners as humans... Real people. Not just cartoon consumers. Thinkers, makers, problem-solvers
#edtechbridge
edtechjam
Mar 9 @ 4:57 PM EST
A4 Another contribution: Accessibility and apps specifically geared towards Pre-K and bilingual leaners.
#edtechbridge
BenPKramer
Mar 9 @ 4:57 PM EST
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/GNzrHYgWzJ
edtechjam
Mar 9 @ 4:57 PM EST
15 seconds is an eternity in tech time...
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/LcY8tlTvuo
BenPKramer
Mar 9 @ 4:57 PM EST
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/GNzrHYgWzJ
spaul6414
Mar 9 @ 4:58 PM EST
@tiggrtch
@TaliaArbit
And many of the extensions and apps won't work unless use Chrome.
#edtechbridge
edtechjam
Mar 9 @ 4:58 PM EST
A4 Lessons that can be taught (and loaded) quickly for Ts who are strapped for time (which is many).
#edtechbridge
BenPKramer
Mar 9 @ 4:58 PM EST
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/7EwnDl3242
LindseyOwn
Mar 9 @ 4:59 PM EST
@Ethan_MidPen
@Veganmathbeagle
@MsHoughton
Full disclosure: I bought all those workbooks for my offspring. Dumb but fun.
#edtechbridge
TigglyKids
Mar 9 @ 4:59 PM EST
A4. Be responsive to teachers feedback
#EdTechBridge
CREATOMbuilder
Mar 9 @ 4:59 PM EST
A4. "We have a summer program and your company can give us some hours to work with our kids to see if it works."
#edtechbridge
BenPKramer
Mar 9 @ 4:59 PM EST
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/oYLFWBJ1Sc
ImmersiveMind
Mar 9 @ 4:59 PM EST
A4 Know your market! Work for, with and among them. The triad of parents, teachers AND children. Tech dev starts with people!
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 4:59 PM EST
@LindseyOwn
This!
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 4:59 PM EST
Exactly
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/FTe3aqd5XQ
LindseyOwn
Mar 9 @ 4:57 PM EST
A4) think of early learners as humans... Real people. Not just cartoon consumers. Thinkers, makers, problem-solvers
#edtechbridge
NealManegold
Mar 9 @ 5:00 PM EST
A4: I firmly believe families would prefer a $5 app they know is proven than a $0 app with ads but no learning
#edtechbridge
#freeisntfree
tiggrtch
Mar 9 @ 5:00 PM EST
@spaul6414
@TaliaArbit
and chrome is "illegal" on student AND teacher issued devices in my district.
#edtechbridge
BenPKramer
Mar 9 @ 5:01 PM EST
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/uimNvH2zmR
TaliaArbit
Mar 9 @ 5:01 PM EST
@tiggrtch
@spaul6414
, am I allowed to say that that feels really silly? It works the best!
#Edtechbridge
TOTALTeacher
Mar 9 @ 5:01 PM EST
A4: Provide opportunities for conversations. Teachers feel valued when they are asked to share ideas with developers
#EdTechBridge
BenPKramer
Mar 9 @ 5:01 PM EST
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 5:01 PM EST
Great conversation with
@JoLisaKH
#edtechbridge
#sxswedu
https://t.co/kQKHYvzgte
BenPKramer
Mar 9 @ 5:01 PM EST
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/9KT2HKhal4
spaul6414
Mar 9 @ 5:02 PM EST
@NealManegold
Had this issue. Had free issue but due to ads had to purchase app for student.
#edtechbridge
KS_EdMktg
Mar 9 @ 5:02 PM EST
@tiggrtch
@spaul6414
@TaliaArbit
Wow...district restricts which browser you use? What are you required to use?
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 5:02 PM EST
@mr_isaacs
and
#SXSWEdu
people.. time for one more Q or should we start outros?
#edtechbridge
TOTALTeacher
Mar 9 @ 5:03 PM EST
@edtechjam
Research is huge- one of the first questions often asked by admins
#EdTechBridge
spaul6414
Mar 9 @ 5:03 PM EST
@TigglyKids
Agree! Many tend to treat teachers as if they don't know what they are doing. Inappropriate.
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 5:03 PM EST
Q5: how can early learning apps be more interactive and promote both learning and creativity?
#edtechbridge
#sxswedu
#sxswedu2016
mzgrz
Mar 9 @ 5:04 PM EST
A5 like "sneaky vegetables" kids may not know they are learning a complex concept they are having fun
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 5:04 PM EST
@NealManegold
don't make me come to Budapest!
#e2
:)
#edtechbridge
#sxswedu
TaliaArbit
Mar 9 @ 5:04 PM EST
Good follow-up Q4: is
#edtech
promoting creativity or inhibiting it?
#earlyed
#edtechbridge
BenPKramer
Mar 9 @ 5:05 PM EST
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/20h4Dd16Za
mzgrz
Mar 9 @ 5:05 PM EST
A5 build in places where parents have to interact with kids about the game.
#edtechbridge
tiggrtch
Mar 9 @ 5:05 PM EST
@NealManegold
@KS_EdMktg
@spaul6414
@TaliaArbit
I haven't used Netscape in over a decade
#edtechbridge
NealManegold
Mar 9 @ 5:05 PM EST
A5: If apps are based on problems, not solutions, the interaction & engagement is embedded already, you don't need the glitz
#edtechbridge
CREATOMbuilder
Mar 9 @ 5:05 PM EST
I think there's a disconnect between the aspirations of edtech companies and how to actually teach
#edtechbridge
@spaul6414
@TigglyKids
AbbyKennell
Mar 9 @ 5:05 PM EST
A5: Ability to connect more globally with peers and families.
#edtechbridge
BenPKramer
Mar 9 @ 5:05 PM EST
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/z9Aq2l0gIN
TOTALTeacher
Mar 9 @ 5:06 PM EST
@TaliaArbit
Some apps promoted creativity and problem solving!
#scratchjr
#edtechbridge
hengehall
Mar 9 @ 5:06 PM EST
@mzgrz
I like that term - I think of it as โaccidental learningโ
#edtechbridge
spaul6414
Mar 9 @ 5:06 PM EST
@tiggrtch
@TaliaArbit
Google/chrome is free. My favorite 4 letter word FREE. With budgets being cut who does not like FREE
#edtechbridge
BcCotter
Mar 9 @ 5:06 PM EST
@mr_isaacs
A5 I say by allowing the enduser to be the developer
#edtechbridge
karenvaites
Mar 9 @ 5:07 PM EST
Team
@NoodleMarkets
just crushed Day 3 of
@SXSWedu
!
#SXSWedu
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/BEaHzfLWNl
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 5:07 PM EST
A5. the apps can be about the learner making decisions, instead of following a set path
#edtechbridge
mikewatanabe
Mar 9 @ 5:07 PM EST
#edtechbridge
Q5: Challenges can provide a framework for
#earlyedtech
, to help kids master learning goals. Problems to solve!
BenPKramer
Mar 9 @ 5:07 PM EST
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/WKPV44fVsW
CREATOMbuilder
Mar 9 @ 5:07 PM EST
A5. Exactly. Give students a challenge to engage which is not just on the app but app aided
@NealManegold
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 5:07 PM EST
@karenvaites
@NoodleMarkets
@SXSWedu
YAY!!! What a great team. So glad we got to connect at
#SXSWEdu
#edtechbridge
TigglyKids
Mar 9 @ 5:07 PM EST
A5. Going beyond superficial interactive features and instead focus on kids agency in their thinking and learning
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 5:07 PM EST
@BenPKramer
ooh - love the tweeting post it pictures - that might be the next big thing :)
#edtechbridge
NealManegold
Mar 9 @ 5:08 PM EST
.
@hengehall
@mzgrz
I disagree, if you frame the complex as a challenge and journey kids love that, sneaking can ruin this
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 5:08 PM EST
@hengehall
@mzgrz
That reminds me of the Prensky book, Don't bother me mom, I'm learning
#EdTechBridge
#SXSWEdu
#GBL
KS_EdMktg
Mar 9 @ 5:08 PM EST
@tiggrtch
@spaul6414
@TaliaArbit
Yes, because
@GoogleForEdu
is actively encouraging devs for
#GAFE
and Chromebooks.
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 5:08 PM EST
@mr_isaacs
@BenPKramer
I love it too! reading the postits is more fun than reading tweets
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 5:08 PM EST
@spaul6414
@tiggrtch
@TaliaArbit
Hey sandy!
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 5:09 PM EST
@BcCotter
Hello from
#Austin
#SXSWEdu
#edtechbridge
CREATOMbuilder
Mar 9 @ 5:09 PM EST
Many edtechs are founded by noneducators who get VC funding which is part if the problem
@NealManegold
@spaul6414
@TigglyKids
#edtechbridge
jamescollinsjr
Mar 9 @ 5:09 PM EST
@TaliaArbit
Tech is only a tool. The content, experience, and context defines its value.
#edtechbridge
#SXSWedu
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 5:09 PM EST
QUESTION 6: How can we, as a community, work together to support the development of effective/engaging early learning EdTech?
#edtechbridge
PledgeCents
Mar 9 @ 5:09 PM EST
@mr_isaacs
Always loved the "sandbox" mode on games where you get to just do whatever you want!
#edtechbridge
mzgrz
Mar 9 @ 5:09 PM EST
Thinking more of prek and k
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/1OBH246IMP
NealManegold
Mar 9 @ 5:08 PM EST
.
@hengehall
@mzgrz
I disagree, if you frame the complex as a challenge and journey kids love that, sneaking can ruin this
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 5:09 PM EST
Tossed out Q6 for those who can stick around and continue to play from 'home'
#edtechbridge
spirrison
Mar 9 @ 5:10 PM EST
Great resources shared at
#edtechbridge
during
#SXSWEdu
Collect your faves at
https://t.co/irxs6H4Uw1
@mr_isaacs
@EdTechBridge
@katyamuses
tiggrtch
Mar 9 @ 5:10 PM EST
@KS_EdMktg
@spaul6414
@TaliaArbit
@GoogleForEdu
I couldn't tell you how much I want to lobby chrome books over what we have.
#edtechbridge
TaliaArbit
Mar 9 @ 5:10 PM EST
@jamescollinsjr
, hah! I literally just said the same thing (tech is a tool) at my
#sxswedu
table ๐
#edtechbridge
TigglyKids
Mar 9 @ 5:10 PM EST
A5. Engaging all senses by providing tactile interactions with real objects while playing apps on tablets
#EdTechBridge
katyamuses
Mar 9 @ 5:10 PM EST
Signing out! Was very cool to chat online while the
#SXSWEdu
contingent chatted in person. Have a great meetup!
#edtechbridge
BenPKramer
Mar 9 @ 5:10 PM EST
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/WYtY6OTFJd
PledgeCents
Mar 9 @ 5:11 PM EST
@tiggrtch
@spaul6414
@TaliaArbit
that's really quite strange... wonder what the reasoning behind that is...
#edtechbridge
jamescollinsjr
Mar 9 @ 5:11 PM EST
A5. Make more games that tap into
#SEL
skills. We can make more than just another number/memory game!
#edtechbridge
#SXSWedu
JoLisaKH
Mar 9 @ 5:11 PM EST
Loved having my Leander educators join! Thanks for all you do for students.
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/psHoHe8A9n
sandobalj
Mar 9 @ 4:52 PM EST
#lisdleads
representing in discussions w/ US Dept of Ed Offices of Tech & Early Learning.
#sxswedu
https://t.co/nzYbOI8PmV
TigglyKids
Mar 9 @ 5:11 PM EST
A6. More conversations. Teachers opening their doors and edtech developers going in and work with them
#EdTechBridge
tiggrtch
Mar 9 @ 5:11 PM EST
@PledgeCents
@spaul6414
@TaliaArbit
contract with MS and Panasonic?
#edtechbridge
BcCotter
Mar 9 @ 5:12 PM EST
A6. I say host & engage in community but school led
#makermovements
#MakerFaire
If they build it, They will learn & have fun
#edtechbridge
TOTALTeacher
Mar 9 @ 5:13 PM EST
I so wish I was at
#SXSWedu
! I'm glad to be able to follow and engage in conversations on Twitter!
#edtechbridge
CREATOMbuilder
Mar 9 @ 5:13 PM EST
A6. As an edtech we want things to be better for Ts As Ps & Ss. We're not just trying to sell something. Let's become partners
#EdTechBridge
spaul6414
Mar 9 @ 5:13 PM EST
@mr_isaacs
@tiggrtch
@TaliaArbit
Hi Steve!
#edtechbridge
KS_EdMktg
Mar 9 @ 5:14 PM EST
@NealManegold
@tiggrtch
@spaul6414
@TaliaArbit
As a marketer, isn't "Edge" the least edgy name for a browser?
#irony
#edtechbridge
TigglyKids
Mar 9 @ 5:15 PM EST
A6. School leaders should be open to try new things and have the mindset to say "it's ok if it fails".
#EdTechBridge
CREATOMbuilder
Mar 9 @ 5:15 PM EST
But that happens quite a lot that's where there's do much frustration with bad apps.
#EdTechBridge
@NealManegold
@spaul6414
@TigglyKids
TOTALTeacher
Mar 9 @ 5:15 PM EST
A6: Meetup! Build a community to problem solve- it's amazing what people can accomplish when they join together!
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 5:16 PM EST
Q7: Let's do an outro - Name / location / role / idea for a futre
#EdTechBridge
topic.
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 9 @ 5:17 PM EST
A7: Steve, I support kids in learning to create their own video games. Hoping the
#SXSWEdu
group continues to join us!
#edtechbridge
Tara_Bonds
Mar 9 @ 5:19 PM EST
Tara Bonds/Jollyville Elementary-RRISD Texas/Instructional Technology Specialist/Early Education Apps; virtual field trips
#edtechbridge
sandychilton
Mar 9 @ 5:19 PM EST
Love the convo at
#EdTechBridge
!
#SXSWedu
CREATOMbuilder
Mar 9 @ 5:19 PM EST
A7. Kathy fritz
#designthinking
k12 coach & edtech founder in Savannah, GA. Technology enabled Professional development
#edtechbridge
sandychilton
Mar 9 @ 5:20 PM EST
Getting parent, teachers & kids involved in tech development is crucial
#EdTechBridge
#SXSWedu
KS_EdMktg
Mar 9 @ 5:20 PM EST
@spaul6414
@tiggrtch
@TaliaArbit
@GoogleForEdu
It "should" but sometimes there is institutional/contractual pushback. Boo.
#EdTechBridge
BenPKramer
Mar 9 @ 5:20 PM EST
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/SlsrGNe7Wk
lambert_kellie
Mar 9 @ 5:20 PM EST
Kellie Lambert, 5th grade teacher at
#reaganrays
in Leander ISD. I would love an
#edtechbridge
on
#AugmentedReality
in schools/classrooms
NealManegold
Mar 9 @ 5:20 PM EST
A7: Neal, working on making it easy & supportive for teachers to leverage
#Minecraft
as vehicle for learning
@PlayCraftLearn
#edtechbridge
The_AKAdemic
Mar 9 @ 5:20 PM EST
Michele Oliver, Prof at Texas State U also an interested parent. Looking forward to continued conversations.
#edtechbridge
Tara_Bonds
Mar 9 @ 5:20 PM EST
Yes! AR!
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/ucHSEwCbIX
lambert_kellie
Mar 9 @ 5:20 PM EST
Kellie Lambert, 5th grade teacher at
#reaganrays
in Leander ISD. I would love an
#edtechbridge
on
#AugmentedReality
in schools/classrooms
TaliaArbit
Mar 9 @ 5:20 PM EST
Thx, as always, everyone! Talia from SF, I do community for
@FrontRow
. I'd love to continue having
#Edtechbridge
focus on diff. grade bands
sandychilton
Mar 9 @ 5:21 PM EST
App should have a parent component of how 2 extend the learning in the home or the community. Bring digital 2 real world
#EdTechBridge
staceylang1
Mar 9 @ 5:21 PM EST
Loved the chat
#edtechbridge
#sxsw
Stacey Lang, Leander ISD
BcCotter
Mar 9 @ 5:22 PM EST
@mr_isaacs
A7.
@BcCotter
FL/St. Lucia, Academic Tech Integrator/Curric Dev/Comp Sci edu, Coping w/ overwhelmed technologies
#EdTechBridge
JoLisaKH
Mar 9 @ 5:22 PM EST
Loved the in person and online chat combo
#SXSWedu
#edtechbridge
TigglyKids
Mar 9 @ 5:22 PM EST
#EdTechBridge
It was a pleasure to participate in your
#SXSWedu
early learning event. So much to share with our team going back to NYC
spaul6414
Mar 9 @ 5:22 PM EST
@CREATOMbuilder
@NealManegold
@TigglyKids
Yes and they need to get educators input to understand what we need.
#edtechbridge
AbbyKennell
Mar 9 @ 5:22 PM EST
Abby Kennell, Asst. Principal, Reagan Elem., LeanderISD. I would like to chat about Ss and Ts being more involved in prod dev.
#EdTechBridge
JoLisaKH
Mar 9 @ 5:23 PM EST
Always happy to talk more about teacher leadership
https://t.co/9AZTURmI79
#SXSWEdu
#edtechbridge
sandychilton
Mar 9 @ 5:23 PM EST
Need tech 2 help facilitate convo between parent and child
#EdTechBridge
#SXSWedu
j_millstone
Mar 9 @ 5:23 PM EST
So busy talking with the amazing educators & parents at my table no time to tweet - many ideas for outreach 2 this community.
#edtechbridge
sandobalj
Mar 9 @ 5:23 PM EST
A7: enjoyed the conversations today! As in instructional technologist in Leander ISD, I'd like future talks on badging
#edtechbridge
KS_EdMktg
Mar 9 @ 5:23 PM EST
A7. Kishari,
https://t.co/D4RcWbFAS9
stds-based lesson design. Seattle. Learning "tech translation" of school needs for devs.
#EdTechBridge
lauren_houser
Mar 9 @ 5:23 PM EST
A7 3rd grade teacher for LISD
#reaganrays
Continue to discuss ways for tech integration to reach ALL students w/ various needs
#EdTechBridge
welovetolearn
Mar 9 @ 5:24 PM EST
Allison Ponce, 3rd gr dual language tchr, Cedar Park, TX, apps in different languages or that can be used in any language
#EdTechBridge
tiggrtch
Mar 9 @ 5:25 PM EST
I'm gonna get off of here before my tech opinions get me into trouble. Have a great rest of your day!
#EdTechBridge
MgHelio
Mar 9 @ 5:25 PM EST
A4
@mr_isaacs
#edtechbridge
ask real Ts/Ps/Ss what they want and have them sit next to U as much as possible while you're coding/developing
JoLisaKH
Mar 9 @ 5:26 PM EST
A7 Teaching Ambassador Fellow at US Department of Education
#TeachersAtED
https://t.co/dXBgktZ9z5
#edtechbridge
KS_EdMktg
Mar 9 @ 5:26 PM EST
@AbbyKennell
Abby, we have an informal teacher advisory group for ThemeSpark if you'd like to participate now. :) DM me.
#EdTechBridge
mikewatanabe
Mar 9 @ 5:27 PM EST
#edtechbridge
Outro: I, Mike,
@BrainPOP
CD, would love to hear more about Ss creating their own content in your classrooms. What works?