#dojochat Archive

ClassDojo's official educational chat that covers a variety of subjects, focusing mainly on improving classroom community.
Wednesday February 15, 2017
7:00 PM EST
  • ClassDojo - Moderator Feb 15 @ 7:00 PM EST
    #dojochat starts NOW! β°πŸŽ‰ Don't forget to use the Q1 A1 format & include the hashtag πŸ‘‰ #dojochat w your tweets. Take it away @MrsASoto!
  • MrsASoto Feb 15 @ 7:00 PM EST
    #dojochat
  • participatechat Feb 15 @ 7:00 PM EST
    Participate in the upcoming #dojochat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/M06J2XfcKr
  • jellison23 Feb 15 @ 7:00 PM EST
    Jen checking in from Nor Cal. 2nd-6th Tech teacher, Vday is the 16th in our fan #everythingisonsale #dojochat
  • MrsASoto Feb 15 @ 7:01 PM EST
    Welcome! I'm from Georgia, I teach k-5 gifted students and I spent my Valentine's Day at the Batman Lego Movie with the fam! #dojochat
  • aalucero1 Feb 15 @ 7:01 PM EST
    Abby from North Carolina and Im an elm ed student and I spent my vday studying :) #dojochat
  • jenna_kleine Feb 15 @ 7:02 PM EST
    Hi! I’m Jenna from SF β€” former science T. I ate way too many cupcakes at work and then made dinner + watched Brooklyn w the bf :) #dojochat
  • MeganBriggs93 Feb 15 @ 7:02 PM EST
    Hi everyone! I'm Megan, currently studying educ at ChapmanU & hoping to be a future special ed teacher! Spent valentines w/ family #dojochat
  • jenna_kleine Feb 15 @ 7:03 PM EST
    Nice! My dad was a special ed teacher! Hope your credential program is going well :) #dojochat
    In reply to @MeganBriggs93
  • astoldbykaryn Feb 15 @ 7:03 PM EST
    I'm from Washington. Pre-service elementary teacher, my V-day was spent writing a paper & waiting for discount chocolate! #dojochat
  • jenna_kleine Feb 15 @ 7:03 PM EST
    Welcome!! Discount chocolates are the best chocolates :D #dojochat
    In reply to @astoldbykaryn
  • teachnorell Feb 15 @ 7:04 PM EST
    Hi! I teach third grade in Virginia Beach. I celebrated Valentine's Day with my two sweet girls making chocolate strawberries πŸ“ #dojochat
  • MsCaseyJS Feb 15 @ 7:04 PM EST
    Q1. A1: Checking in as an education student from Grand View University. Anxious to learn! I spent my Valentine's day with the flu! #dojochat
  • jenna_kleine Feb 15 @ 7:04 PM EST
    Loving all the pre-service teachers in #dojochat β€” How did you all hear about it?!? Such a great place to learn from veteran Ts!
  • TechTeacherJSam Feb 15 @ 7:04 PM EST
    For the next hour my tweets will be part of #dojochat. Hi everyone! I'm Jacqueline, Elementary teacher from Toronto.
  • MrsASoto Feb 15 @ 7:04 PM EST
    Thanks for joining us tonight! #dojochat
  • MrsASoto Feb 15 @ 7:05 PM EST
    #dojochat
  • jenna_kleine Feb 15 @ 7:05 PM EST
    Hey hey Jacqueline! Thanks for joining! :) How’s Toronto tonight? #dojochat
    In reply to @TechTeacherJSam
  • jenna_kleine Feb 15 @ 7:05 PM EST
    Welcome!! Excited for you to be here :D #dojochat
    In reply to @MsCaseyJS
  • MrsASoto Feb 15 @ 7:05 PM EST
    That STINKS! Hope you are feeling better today! #dojochat
    • MsCaseyJS Feb 15 @ 7:04 PM EST
      Q1. A1: Checking in as an education student from Grand View University. Anxious to learn! I spent my Valentine's day with the flu! #dojochat
  • ClassDojo - Moderator Feb 15 @ 7:06 PM EST
    First question is live! Everyone is welcome to join us for #dojochat :)
  • jellison23 Feb 15 @ 7:06 PM EST
    forgot the #dojochat #lame
    • jellison23 Feb 15 @ 7:05 PM EST
      A1 - small informal classes with fellow Ts, and district-wide training sessions ALWAYS talking about how much easier it makes it
  • MrsASoto Feb 15 @ 7:06 PM EST
    This is my FAVORITE type of training! Much more effective! #dojochat
    • jellison23 Feb 15 @ 7:05 PM EST
      A1 - small informal classes with fellow Ts, and district-wide training sessions ALWAYS talking about how much easier it makes it
  • jellison23 Feb 15 @ 7:06 PM EST
    A1 find it useful to embed it into other tech trainings -- Sneak it in with other topics #dojochat
  • Beyond_the_Desk Feb 15 @ 7:06 PM EST
    Katie, K-8 Title 1 teacher in Indiana. We played family Jenga for Valentine's Day, and my husband got me socks w/pics of the fam! #dojochat
  • MrJohnson5th Feb 15 @ 7:07 PM EST
    I share my #dojo love by sharing with other #teachers & on #twitter! #dojochat
  • MeganBriggs93 Feb 15 @ 7:07 PM EST
    I came across #dojochat when doing research on which twitterchat I wanted to participate in! This one really caught my eye :) #dojochat
    • jenna_kleine Feb 15 @ 7:04 PM EST
      Loving all the pre-service teachers in #dojochat β€” How did you all hear about it?!? Such a great place to learn from veteran Ts!
  • aalucero1 Feb 15 @ 7:07 PM EST
    A1: I hope to use dojo in my future classroom! It seems so useful for behavior management #dojochat
  • jenna_kleine Feb 15 @ 7:07 PM EST
    A1 - When I was T-ing I trained my colleagues as well as the elem school down the road! So much fun sharing the #classdojolove #dojochat
  • jellison23 Feb 15 @ 7:07 PM EST
    My love for this idea is deep -- very deep #ilovesocks #ilovemyfamily #winwin #dojochat
    • Beyond_the_Desk Feb 15 @ 7:06 PM EST
      Katie, K-8 Title 1 teacher in Indiana. We played family Jenga for Valentine's Day, and my husband got me socks w/pics of the fam! #dojochat
  • teachnorell Feb 15 @ 7:07 PM EST
    Q1, A1 I share Class Dojo with every teacher I know! #dojochat
  • lissaann17 Feb 15 @ 7:07 PM EST
    #dojochat Do you carry around a tablet during the day? Do you keep the avatars projected for students all day?
  • MrsASoto Feb 15 @ 7:07 PM EST
    A1-I did a district-wide training at the start of the year. It was a huge room full. I do like a nice, small, intimate group! #dojochat
  • jenna_kleine Feb 15 @ 7:08 PM EST
    Yep! Also very helpful for parent communication and building a positive classroom culture! #dojochat
    In reply to @aalucero1
  • jellison23 Feb 15 @ 7:08 PM EST
    A1 also shared it with some private school Ts who were struggling with behavior -- now spread across their school #dojochat
  • jenna_kleine Feb 15 @ 7:08 PM EST
    You’ll learn quickly!! :) :) :) #dojochat
    In reply to @MsCaseyJS
  • aalucero1 Feb 15 @ 7:08 PM EST
    I used it in one of my classes a few years ago and it looked like a great future resource for my class! #dojochat
    In reply to @jenna_kleine
  • MrsASoto Feb 15 @ 7:09 PM EST
    I use my iphone since it is always with me! I can catch those awesome pics throughout the day as well as Dojos! #dojochat
    • lissaann17 Feb 15 @ 7:07 PM EST
      #dojochat Do you carry around a tablet during the day? Do you keep the avatars projected for students all day?
  • jenna_kleine Feb 15 @ 7:09 PM EST
    Nice!! :) It’s a serious game changer for building relationships with parents and increasing student engagement #dojochat
    In reply to @aalucero1
  • astoldbykaryn Feb 15 @ 7:10 PM EST
    A1: I used it in high school as a S, but I've shared it with my mentor T! It's a great way to manage behavior I'll use too! #dojochat
  • TechTeacherJSam Feb 15 @ 7:10 PM EST
    A1: I share student success and stories with parents and they love the eye in the classroom. #dojochat
  • MrsASoto Feb 15 @ 7:11 PM EST
    I do, but some schools do not allow it to be projected for all to see. In that case, I would use an Ipad instead. #dojochat
    • lissaann17 Feb 15 @ 7:10 PM EST
      Do your students see their scores all day or just at certain times?
      In reply to @MrsASoto
  • ClassDojo - Moderator Feb 15 @ 7:11 PM EST
    Woot woot! Thanks for sharing the #classdojolove Angela!! πŸ’– #dojochat
  • jenna_kleine Feb 15 @ 7:11 PM EST
    Thanks for sharing the love, Amy!! 🌟🌟🌟 #dojochat
    In reply to @MrsASoto
  • jellison23 Feb 15 @ 7:11 PM EST
    A1 I teach classes for innovative teachers, I make a CD for them and award points even if CD isn't the topic #seewhatididthere #dojochat
  • MrsASoto Feb 15 @ 7:12 PM EST
    #dojochat
  • jenna_kleine Feb 15 @ 7:12 PM EST
    It’s contagious! πŸ€— #dojochat
    In reply to @jellison23
  • jellison23 Feb 15 @ 7:12 PM EST
    A2 Fear of tech; Unclear understanding of purpose of CD #dojochat
  • jenna_kleine Feb 15 @ 7:12 PM EST
    @LorenzoA @ClassDojo Wow that’s awesome!! Be sure to include #dojochat at the end of your tweets so we can all see them in the chat :)
    In reply to @LorenzoA, @ClassDojo
  • LorenzoA Feb 15 @ 7:13 PM EST
    NH 5th grade teacher here. Conducting a district training on Mon for people that sign up. #dojochat
    In reply to @ClassDojo
  • Beyond_the_Desk Feb 15 @ 7:13 PM EST
    I like that--makes class dojo like the secret second objective #dojochat
    In reply to @jellison23
  • MrsASoto Feb 15 @ 7:13 PM EST
    A2-Struggle-Teachers can be the WORST students. They talk during my presentation, which can fluster me a bit. #dojochat
  • jenna_kleine Feb 15 @ 7:13 PM EST
    What have you found that those who misunderstand think CD is about? #dojochat
    In reply to @jellison23
  • MrsFoxs3rdgrade Feb 15 @ 7:13 PM EST
    A1: I presented at our Fall Educators Conference in ND. I LOVED it! #dojochat
  • jenna_kleine Feb 15 @ 7:14 PM EST
    A2 - Some hurdles are Ts thinking it’s β€œjust another thing to do”, when in reality it fees you up to do so much more! #dojochat
  • teachnorell Feb 15 @ 7:14 PM EST
    A2: I've had a few people resistant to the technology...and sometimes we have trouble with it on our phones #dojochat
  • MrsASoto Feb 15 @ 7:14 PM EST
    WELCOME! Thanks for joining the chat! #dojochat
    • LorenzoA Feb 15 @ 7:13 PM EST
      NH 5th grade teacher here. Conducting a district training on Mon for people that sign up. #dojochat
      In reply to @ClassDojo
  • aalucero1 Feb 15 @ 7:14 PM EST
    A2: In HS my teacher didn't really do much with it so I don't know the potential of dojo but I'm excited to learn tonight #dojochat
  • MrsFoxs3rdgrade Feb 15 @ 7:14 PM EST
    A2: Where to present! I live in a very small district, so I've mentioned it to other Ts, but not a large audience for presentation #dojochat
  • jenna_kleine Feb 15 @ 7:15 PM EST
    Make sure you check out https://t.co/mtGnxYSRAA for great training materials :D #dojochat
    In reply to @LorenzoA, @ClassDojo
  • jellison23 Feb 15 @ 7:15 PM EST
    It is actually a great conv. talking about positive expectations etc #dojochat #shiftinthinking
    In reply to @jenna_kleine
  • Beyond_the_Desk Feb 15 @ 7:15 PM EST
    A2: Most teachers I work w/ at the jr high just aren't interested. Most have no delineated classroom management system/approach #dojochat
  • MrsASoto Feb 15 @ 7:15 PM EST
    I totally agree! When I present, teachers are AMAZED at how much more we can do with CD! #dojochat
    • jenna_kleine Feb 15 @ 7:14 PM EST
      A2 - Some hurdles are Ts thinking it’s β€œjust another thing to do”, when in reality it fees you up to do so much more! #dojochat
  • Doceri_Jason Feb 15 @ 7:15 PM EST
    Some secondary T’s think monsters are 2 juvenile and stop there. Could there be a 2ndAry less cartoony v. of #Dojochat ? I love it though.
  • jenna_kleine Feb 15 @ 7:16 PM EST
    Absolutely. Maybe we should have the conversation more publicly so everyone becomes aware of what we’re about! #dojochat
    In reply to @jellison23
  • MrsASoto Feb 15 @ 7:16 PM EST
    I agree Angela! I have to use the data of my own phone since it blocks Class Dojo. #dojochat
    • teachnorell Feb 15 @ 7:14 PM EST
      A2: I've had a few people resistant to the technology...and sometimes we have trouble with it on our phones #dojochat
  • astoldbykaryn Feb 15 @ 7:16 PM EST
    A2: Sometimes its access to the tech, and forgetting that CD is a resource they have in the classroom! #dojochat
  • MeganBriggs93 Feb 15 @ 7:16 PM EST
    In the same boat as you, Abby! Eager to learn more about #classdojo and the impact it has in the classroom! #dojochat
    • aalucero1 Feb 15 @ 7:14 PM EST
      A2: In HS my teacher didn't really do much with it so I don't know the potential of dojo but I'm excited to learn tonight #dojochat
  • TechTeacherJSam Feb 15 @ 7:16 PM EST
    A2: There is some genuine fear about access to personal information by third parties as well as a fear of technology. #dojochat
  • jenna_kleine Feb 15 @ 7:17 PM EST
    You can upload custom images to replace the monsters β€” like selfies, sports team logos, whatever! #dojochat
    In reply to @Doceri_Jason
  • jellison23 Feb 15 @ 7:17 PM EST
    A2 fear of tech is so real for SO many Ts -- they need to apply growth mindset to themselves! lol #dojochat
  • jenna_kleine Feb 15 @ 7:18 PM EST
    Valid concerns! Important to note that @ClassDojo is a leader in student privacy :D https://t.co/aajdmZtxJS #dojochat
    In reply to @TechTeacherJSam, @ClassDojo
  • jenna_kleine Feb 15 @ 7:18 PM EST
    Mojo lessons aren't just for the students!! #dojochat
    In reply to @jellison23
  • MrsASoto Feb 15 @ 7:18 PM EST
    One of the BEST features! #dojochat
  • Doceri_Jason Feb 15 @ 7:18 PM EST
    Oh yes, I know. And I disagree w/ stodgy T's. But if u want whole schools Many T's wont do the upload work. #dojochat
    In reply to @jenna_kleine
  • leighton_mauze Feb 15 @ 7:18 PM EST
    Hi! I'm in @aalucero1 class with her and we want to know more about #dojochat
    In reply to @aalucero1
  • Beyond_the_Desk Feb 15 @ 7:18 PM EST
    I've used pics of my jr high students before. But they actually really like the monsters & love customizing them! #Dojochat
    • jenna_kleine Feb 15 @ 7:17 PM EST
      You can upload custom images to replace the monsters β€” like selfies, sports team logos, whatever! #dojochat
      In reply to @Doceri_Jason
  • MrsASoto Feb 15 @ 7:19 PM EST
    #dojochat
  • jenna_kleine Feb 15 @ 7:19 PM EST
    Truth #dojochat
    In reply to @Doceri_Jason
  • MrsASoto Feb 15 @ 7:19 PM EST
    Welcome Leighton! #dojochat
  • jellison23 Feb 15 @ 7:19 PM EST
    A3 - um an entire class encouraging a selective mute to see herself as a public speaker someday #reallyhappened #bravepoints #dojochat
  • MrsFoxs3rdgrade Feb 15 @ 7:20 PM EST
    A3: Two more of my Ts in my school use CD. Not sure because of me, but I'll still enjoy the win! #dojochat
  • MissTarbuck Feb 15 @ 7:20 PM EST
    A2- the little characters make me so happy I want a teacher oneπŸ‘©πŸ»β€πŸŽ“πŸ˜‚ #dojochat
  • leighton_mauze Feb 15 @ 7:20 PM EST
    A2 I've never heard of #dojochat or seen it being used in the classroom so I'm excited to learn about it tonight!
  • MrsASoto Feb 15 @ 7:21 PM EST
    A3-Greatest success is when a parent who resisted to start actually PRAISES the use of Dojo to communicate and share events! #dojochat
  • Merrell78 Feb 15 @ 7:21 PM EST
    Q3 The parent access and the prompting of more Ts being asked to use it by the parents πŸ€— #dojochat
  • LorenzoA Feb 15 @ 7:21 PM EST
    Going into student mtngs with hard data about study skills or behavior. Also communicating w/parents normally uninvolved #dojochat
    In reply to @MrsASoto
  • astoldbykaryn Feb 15 @ 7:21 PM EST
    When I was in High School our AP Euro class loved the cute monsters too! We used it to track participation #dojochat
    In reply to @Beyond_the_Desk
  • teachnorell Feb 15 @ 7:21 PM EST
    A3: Parents constantly give great feedback about the pics and video clips! They ❀️being able to get a peek into the Ss day! #dojochat
  • TechTeacherJSam Feb 15 @ 7:21 PM EST
    A3: Most satisfying response comes from parents who are delighted to journey with the class and track their child's progress. #dojochat
  • MrsASoto Feb 15 @ 7:21 PM EST
    That is AMAAAAZING!! #dojochat
  • jenna_kleine Feb 15 @ 7:22 PM EST
    So true! I taught middle school too and they loved their monsters!! :D #dojochat
    In reply to @Beyond_the_Desk
  • jellison23 Feb 15 @ 7:22 PM EST
    Right? I can retire now. #dojochat
  • LorenzoA Feb 15 @ 7:22 PM EST
    Didn't know this. Thought only parents could. #dojochat
    In reply to @jenna_kleine, @Doceri_Jason
  • aalucero1 Feb 15 @ 7:22 PM EST
    A3: Seeing all the good that comes from CD and being able to use it in my class will be a success for me #dojochat
  • ClassDojo - Moderator Feb 15 @ 7:22 PM EST
    Such an inspiring story! πŸ’–πŸ’–πŸ’– #dojochat
  • jellison23 Feb 15 @ 7:22 PM EST
    A3 Also overall spirit of communicty and positivity #dojochat #weareallinthistogether
  • Doceri_Jason Feb 15 @ 7:23 PM EST
    Agreed! They want to create their own monsters! A monster maker would be cool. We make analogue upload w/ iPads. #dojochat
    In reply to @Beyond_the_Desk
  • aalucero1 Feb 15 @ 7:23 PM EST
    Im excited to be able to use it with my students and parents so the parents can see their child's progress! #dojochat
    In reply to @TechTeacherJSam
  • jellison23 Feb 15 @ 7:23 PM EST
    That would be COMMUNITY #typoshurtme #dojochat
  • LorenzoA Feb 15 @ 7:23 PM EST
    That was me. I resisted Dojo for years, thinking it was more work. #dojochat
    In reply to @MrsASoto
  • Beyond_the_Desk Feb 15 @ 7:23 PM EST
    This is great if you have a student who needs behavior tracked. You're tracking ALL so no singling out & still the data you need! #dojochat
    • LorenzoA Feb 15 @ 7:21 PM EST
      Going into student mtngs with hard data about study skills or behavior. Also communicating w/parents normally uninvolved #dojochat
      In reply to @MrsASoto
  • jellison23 Feb 15 @ 7:24 PM EST
    And now? #dojochat
    • LorenzoA Feb 15 @ 7:23 PM EST
      That was me. I resisted Dojo for years, thinking it was more work. #dojochat
      In reply to @MrsASoto
  • leighton_mauze Feb 15 @ 7:25 PM EST
    does everyone that uses class dojo primarily use it for positive or negative points? #dojochat
  • Beyond_the_Desk Feb 15 @ 7:25 PM EST
    If they download the app & sign in, they have lots of customizable monster options! Can make their own. #dojochat
    In reply to @Doceri_Jason
  • MissTarbuck Feb 15 @ 7:26 PM EST
    A3- parents wanting to be more involved, seeing how we do things at school & asking for additional resources to replicate at home #dojochat
  • MrsASoto Feb 15 @ 7:26 PM EST
    #dojochat
  • MrsASoto Feb 15 @ 7:26 PM EST
    There are SO many other uses that just behaviors. I link my standards to my Dojos so when report cards go home-NO SURPRISES! #dojochat
    • leighton_mauze Feb 15 @ 7:25 PM EST
      does everyone that uses class dojo primarily use it for positive or negative points? #dojochat
  • MrsFoxs3rdgrade Feb 15 @ 7:26 PM EST
    only positive! I give my Ss 3 warnings before they lose points. I haven't had to take points in a VERY long time! #dojochat
    In reply to @leighton_mauze
  • aalucero1 Feb 15 @ 7:26 PM EST
    Have you had any parents with negative reactions to CD? #dojochat
  • jellison23 Feb 15 @ 7:26 PM EST
    A4 Use random all the time -- great for making groups/partners/teams and calling on Ss #dojochat
  • LorenzoA Feb 15 @ 7:26 PM EST
    I'm in year two, my homeroom is over 3k points and I'm training others. Even using class story this yr. #dojochat
    In reply to @jellison23
  • Beyond_the_Desk Feb 15 @ 7:26 PM EST
    Def more positive. But the occasional neg & sound it makes effectively redirects! #Dojochat
    In reply to @leighton_mauze
  • jellison23 Feb 15 @ 7:27 PM EST
    A4 one Ts at my school takes a pic a week for Class story and will have a class "yearbook" at the end of the year #dojochat
  • MrsFoxs3rdgrade Feb 15 @ 7:27 PM EST
    how do you do this? #dojochat
    In reply to @MrsASoto
  • jellison23 Feb 15 @ 7:27 PM EST
    CONVERTED! #dojochat #makesthingseasier
    • LorenzoA Feb 15 @ 7:26 PM EST
      I'm in year two, my homeroom is over 3k points and I'm training others. Even using class story this yr. #dojochat
      In reply to @jellison23
  • MrsFoxs3rdgrade Feb 15 @ 7:28 PM EST
    A4: I use the points the most. Every 50 pts my Ss get a prize. Next year it's brag tags #dojochat
  • MrsASoto Feb 15 @ 7:28 PM EST
    A4- My FAVORITE feature is the Class Story! This week we took videos of our robot coding missions and posted them to Class Story! #dojochat
  • MissTarbuck Feb 15 @ 7:28 PM EST
    A4- end of lesson, I give out dojo points to the children who had worked hard. It is so simple and saves a fortune in stickers! #dojochat
  • Beyond_the_Desk Feb 15 @ 7:29 PM EST
    A3: I use CD to track pts during games, so I pre-loaded common values as "behaviors" and use groups to make it easier. #dojochat
  • aalucero1 Feb 15 @ 7:29 PM EST
    A4: I'll probably use the behavior points the most so I can keep the parents updated on their child's behavior #dojochat
  • jellison23 Feb 15 @ 7:29 PM EST
    A4 Also using it as a record for meeting the standards of a response in my reading class - track progress over time #dojochat
  • Merrell78 Feb 15 @ 7:29 PM EST
    A4 I love using cooperative points, cooperative learning is a focus in my room through core instructional time #dojochat
  • LorenzoA Feb 15 @ 7:29 PM EST
    Yes. They get notifications for every time someone likes or comments on a list, plus when I post & upload each IMG. #dojochat
    In reply to @aalucero1
  • MeganBriggs93 Feb 15 @ 7:29 PM EST
    Are the students aware of other students points? if so, does this create any animosity or competition? #dojochat
  • astoldbykaryn Feb 15 @ 7:30 PM EST
    A4: My mentor T tracks table points on the board, and personal points on her clipboard, I've told her that CD has everything in 1! #dojochat
  • MrsASoto Feb 15 @ 7:30 PM EST
    Standards in my gifted program include respect for others, self-directed learner, collaboration, communication, etc. Easy to link #dojochat
  • MrsFoxs3rdgrade Feb 15 @ 7:30 PM EST
    A4: I use the messaging a lot too. It's the easiest way to contact a lot of parents or 1 parent. #dojochat
  • ClassDojo - Moderator Feb 15 @ 7:30 PM EST
    Favorite feature β€” ready…. go! #dojochat
  • TechTeacherJSam Feb 15 @ 7:30 PM EST
    A4: I especially love using the Student Stories which works as a portfolio that captures and shares student's work with parents. #dojochat
  • astoldbykaryn Feb 15 @ 7:30 PM EST
    A4: I would definitely use the class story feautre often, and have my Ss help with content creation to teach them Digital Lit #dojochat
  • MrsFoxs3rdgrade Feb 15 @ 7:30 PM EST
    My Ss all get the chance to get points, so I don't see the competition in my class. #dojochat
    In reply to @MeganBriggs93
  • jenna_kleine Feb 15 @ 7:31 PM EST
    A4 - I LOVE Class Story! So cool to be able to instantly share photos an videos with parents β€” and love that they can comment! #dojochat
  • ClassDojo - Moderator Feb 15 @ 7:31 PM EST
    Shout out to Jacqueline for increasing student ownership with Student Stories!! πŸŒŸπŸ™ŒπŸΌπŸ’– #dojochat
    • TechTeacherJSam Feb 15 @ 7:30 PM EST
      A4: I especially love using the Student Stories which works as a portfolio that captures and shares student's work with parents. #dojochat
  • leighton_mauze Feb 15 @ 7:32 PM EST
    Are the names under each avatar for only the teacher to see? #dojochat
  • MrsASoto Feb 15 @ 7:32 PM EST
    It all depends on how you handle it as the teacher. If you project points, there may be a competitive spirit. #dojochat
    • MeganBriggs93 Feb 15 @ 7:29 PM EST
      Are the students aware of other students points? if so, does this create any animosity or competition? #dojochat
  • jellison23 Feb 15 @ 7:32 PM EST
    I love Class Story, too -- just wish more of my Ps had access to Tech #dojochat #missingoutontons
  • Beyond_the_Desk Feb 15 @ 7:32 PM EST
    We've set class point goals so they feel we're all in this together. They encourage each other when they lose pts. #dojochat
    In reply to @MeganBriggs93
  • MrsASoto Feb 15 @ 7:33 PM EST
    #dojochat
  • MrsFoxs3rdgrade Feb 15 @ 7:33 PM EST
    Students can see it; however you set the names. You can change them to whatever you want. #dojochat
    In reply to @leighton_mauze
  • MeganBriggs93 Feb 15 @ 7:33 PM EST
    Love this idea! What a great way to encourage unity among the classroom #dojochat
    • Beyond_the_Desk Feb 15 @ 7:32 PM EST
      We've set class point goals so they feel we're all in this together. They encourage each other when they lose pts. #dojochat
      In reply to @MeganBriggs93
  • aalucero1 Feb 15 @ 7:33 PM EST
    I love how you use this to bring your class together and create teamwork! #dojochat
    In reply to @Beyond_the_Desk, @MeganBriggs93
  • MrsFoxs3rdgrade Feb 15 @ 7:34 PM EST
    A5: I haven't had any negative feedback. I'm increasing parent communication! #dojochat
  • jellison23 Feb 15 @ 7:34 PM EST
    A5 NOPE Anytime I've heard neg it has been due to lack of info -- like undo fears of privacy and whatnot #dojochat
  • TechTeacherJSam Feb 15 @ 7:35 PM EST
    A5:I have never had negative feedback fr parents on @ClassDojo. I have had questions on how it works and questions about privacy. #dojochat
    In reply to @ClassDojo
  • MrsASoto Feb 15 @ 7:35 PM EST
    Wonderful! That is great to hear! I do love the open lines of communication through Class Dojo! #dojochat
  • jenna_kleine Feb 15 @ 7:35 PM EST
    Awesome! Happy to hear it! #dojochat
    In reply to @rachel684
  • aalucero1 Feb 15 @ 7:36 PM EST
    What do you tell your parents that have questions about privacy? #dojochat
    In reply to @TechTeacherJSam, @ClassDojo
  • teachnorell Feb 15 @ 7:36 PM EST
    A4: most recently, I've been using Class Story. I post photos of the class, but also our notes and anchor charts for use at home! #dojochat
  • MrsASoto Feb 15 @ 7:36 PM EST
    Agreed! Cautious parents who don't understand ask questions and then realize how amazing Class Dojo really is! #dojochat
    • jellison23 Feb 15 @ 7:34 PM EST
      A5 NOPE Anytime I've heard neg it has been due to lack of info -- like undo fears of privacy and whatnot #dojochat
  • jellison23 Feb 15 @ 7:36 PM EST
    A5 @classdojo is a LEADER in privacy protection #dojochat
    In reply to @ClassDojo
  • jenna_kleine Feb 15 @ 7:36 PM EST
    You can always direct them to https://t.co/aajdmZtxJS + share that we’re leaders in student privacy :) #dojochat
    In reply to @aalucero1, @TechTeacherJSam
  • rachel684 Feb 15 @ 7:36 PM EST
    A5: I have had nothing but rave reviews from parents about Dojo! They love seeing how their child is doing! #dojochat
  • jellison23 Feb 15 @ 7:37 PM EST
    A5 Ts who experience it - understand it builds a warm, positive community faster than would happen in a class without it #dojochat
  • MissTarbuck Feb 15 @ 7:37 PM EST
    When the chat goes quieter because everyone loves dojo and has very little negatives about it #classdojolove #dojochat
  • MrsASoto Feb 15 @ 7:37 PM EST
    Great idea! I've taken pictures of the homework assignment and have EVEN used Class Story to do THANK YOU notes! Huge time saver! #dojochat
    • teachnorell Feb 15 @ 7:36 PM EST
      A4: most recently, I've been using Class Story. I post photos of the class, but also our notes and anchor charts for use at home! #dojochat
  • jenna_kleine Feb 15 @ 7:37 PM EST
    This is true! :) We do our due diligence! #dojochat
    In reply to @jellison23, @ClassDojo
  • aalucero1 Feb 15 @ 7:37 PM EST
    A5: It's great to see all the positive feedback everyone has about dojo #dojochat
  • teachnorell Feb 15 @ 7:38 PM EST
    A5: yes, our team had to come to consensus on how we used CD, and we stopped taking away points, we just give postive points. #dojochat
  • jellison23 Feb 15 @ 7:38 PM EST
    A5 I'll just keep saying how awesome it is until Q6 #dojochat #dojosquad #dojolove
  • Beyond_the_Desk Feb 15 @ 7:38 PM EST
    A5: Some teachers said some parents contacted them any time a neg. But perhaps didn't explain realistic expectations/focus on pos? #dojochat
  • jenna_kleine Feb 15 @ 7:39 PM EST
    A5 - So happy to hear that you’ve all had such positive feedback from parents!! Community building FTW! πŸ’›πŸ’›πŸ’› #dojochat
  • aalucero1 Feb 15 @ 7:39 PM EST
    Thank you! If any privacy concerns arise in my class ill definitely use that! #dojochat
    In reply to @jenna_kleine, @TechTeacherJSam
  • lissaann17 Feb 15 @ 7:39 PM EST
    Q6: Is Class Story a good replacement for a class website to keep parents informed? #dojochat
  • MrsASoto Feb 15 @ 7:40 PM EST
    #dojochat
  • jenna_kleine Feb 15 @ 7:40 PM EST
    Sure is! You can even include attachments to important documents :) #dojochat
    In reply to @lissaann17
  • jellison23 Feb 15 @ 7:41 PM EST
    A6 Ps have talked about first POSITVE feedback in their school experience. Love the consistent tracking of GOOD choices #dojochat
  • MrsASoto Feb 15 @ 7:41 PM EST
    A6-I love when parents say they feel like they are there in the room with us with videos and photos posted throughout the day! #dojochat
  • Beyond_the_Desk Feb 15 @ 7:42 PM EST
    A6: That it's nice to know how their kid is doing in the normal day-to-day, not just grades & test scores #dojochat
  • TechTeacherJSam Feb 15 @ 7:42 PM EST
    A6: I still maintain a class website. Class Stories make it more personal for parents. The website is an eye to a wider audience. #dojochat
  • jellison23 Feb 15 @ 7:42 PM EST
    A6 Also Ss themselves express pride in how well they do. "Look at our class points, Mrs. E!" Love that feeling of ownership #dojochat
  • MissTarbuck Feb 15 @ 7:42 PM EST
    A6- parents have the ability to understand what their child has been doing at school even if the child has a communication barrier #dojochat
  • MrsFoxs3rdgrade Feb 15 @ 7:42 PM EST
    A6: my Ps love the communication. My Ss don't always bring home mail! #dojochat
  • MissTarbuck Feb 15 @ 7:43 PM EST
    A6- the little steps children make. Things that are documented that would generally be missed on a test or exam #dojochat
  • MrsASoto Feb 15 @ 7:44 PM EST
    A6-I love that concerned Ps are able to feel informed at all times throughout the day. #dojochat
  • jellison23 Feb 15 @ 7:45 PM EST
    A6 I also found that CD makes me more aware of my middle kids - the quiet ones who used to be overlooked #dojochat
  • aalucero1 Feb 15 @ 7:45 PM EST
    I love that CD keeps parents updated throughout the day on their child's progress #dojochat
    In reply to @MrsASoto
  • MissTarbuck Feb 15 @ 7:45 PM EST
    So glad I stayed awake for the #dojochat tonight... feel more connected with other dojo users
  • MrsASoto Feb 15 @ 7:45 PM EST
    Agreed! Those Ss who fly under the radar can be spotlighted instead of the attention always being on behavior problems! #dojochat
    • jellison23 Feb 15 @ 7:45 PM EST
      A6 I also found that CD makes me more aware of my middle kids - the quiet ones who used to be overlooked #dojochat
  • jenna_kleine Feb 15 @ 7:46 PM EST
    Yay! :) What time is it where you are? #dojochat
    In reply to @MissTarbuck
  • leighton_mauze Feb 15 @ 7:46 PM EST
    Do the parents get notified of why their child got a point/got one taken away? #dojochat
  • jenna_kleine Feb 15 @ 7:46 PM EST
    This was always huge for me when I was in the classroom, too! Making sure you reach EVERY child #dojochat
    • jellison23 Feb 15 @ 7:45 PM EST
      A6 I also found that CD makes me more aware of my middle kids - the quiet ones who used to be overlooked #dojochat
  • MrsASoto Feb 15 @ 7:47 PM EST
    #dojochat
  • MrsASoto Feb 15 @ 7:47 PM EST
    There is a feature that allows you to post a reason why a point is given or taken away. Use this feature often for my own records. #dojochat
  • MrsFoxs3rdgrade Feb 15 @ 7:47 PM EST
    you can include a note. I make sure to tell Ps so they are aware. #dojochat
    In reply to @leighton_mauze
  • jellison23 Feb 15 @ 7:47 PM EST
    A7 Stronger community, more recognition for MORE Ss, ease of communication, and increase in class pride #dojochat #alsoiamtallernow
  • MrsFoxs3rdgrade Feb 15 @ 7:48 PM EST
    A7: my Ss are MUCH better behaved and it's much easier for me to communicate with Ps #dojochat
  • jenna_kleine Feb 15 @ 7:48 PM EST
    A7 @ClassDojo helped my Ss take more ownership for what they were working on in class + immediately bridged the gap I had with Ps #dojochat
    In reply to @ClassDojo
  • MrsASoto Feb 15 @ 7:49 PM EST
    A7-Instant feedback for parents has created tighter, more informed community of learners. #dojochat
  • jellison23 Feb 15 @ 7:49 PM EST
    A7 YES!! Ss take ownership not only of their own behavior but their identity as a group #dojochat #alsoIcanspeakfrenchnow
  • ClassDojo - Moderator Feb 15 @ 7:50 PM EST
    Wow! Love hearing about the amazing communities our teachers are building in their classrooms and schools! πŸ™ŒπŸΌ #dojochat
  • MissTarbuck Feb 15 @ 7:50 PM EST
    A7- communication links with parents is SO much easier and they are more actively involved with learning #dojochat
  • teamdoceri Feb 15 @ 7:50 PM EST
    2 weeks left to register to win #iPadPro and #ApplePencil! Show how #Doceri helps u connect to ur sts. https://t.co/AgybA6ujCn #dojochat
  • TechTeacherJSam Feb 15 @ 7:50 PM EST
    A7: @ClassDojo is a leader in classroom management. My Ss track their points and are most proud that parents see their progress. #dojochat
    In reply to @ClassDojo
  • MrsASoto Feb 15 @ 7:50 PM EST
    Thank you for joining our chat tonight! #dojochat
  • ClassDojo - Moderator Feb 15 @ 7:50 PM EST
    So proud to be working with such inspiring teachers like Amy! πŸŽ‰#dojochat
    • MrsASoto Feb 15 @ 7:49 PM EST
      A7-Instant feedback for parents has created tighter, more informed community of learners. #dojochat
  • MrJohnson5th Feb 15 @ 7:50 PM EST
    A7: @ClassDojo has made a huge impact on my ability to stay in constant contact with my #students #parents! #dojochat
    In reply to @ClassDojo
  • MrsASoto Feb 15 @ 7:51 PM EST
    Awwww! Thank you for allowing me to SHARE THE CLASS DOJO LOVE! #dojochat
  • jenna_kleine Feb 15 @ 7:51 PM EST
    Huge shout out to @MrsASoto for moderating a fantastic #dojochat β€” you did a wonderful job! So much #classdojolove
    In reply to @MrsASoto
  • jellison23 Feb 15 @ 7:51 PM EST
    Thank you @MrsASoto - Great chat! #dojochat
    In reply to @MrsASoto
  • MeganBriggs93 Feb 15 @ 7:51 PM EST
    Thank you for this incredible learning experience! Look forward to future #dojochats! Cant wait to implement in my classroom! #dojochat
  • jenna_kleine Feb 15 @ 7:51 PM EST
    Thanks to everyone who participated today!! Please join us again next Wednesday :D #dojochat
  • LorenzoA Feb 15 @ 7:51 PM EST
    I'm debating going back to website too, like Ive had for yrs b/c Dojo doesnt pin links to scholastic/donorschoose #dojochat
    In reply to @TechTeacherJSam
  • aalucero1 Feb 15 @ 7:52 PM EST
    Thank you so much for this opportunity to learn about all the good CD does in your classroom! I'll definitely use it in mine :) #dojochat
  • jenna_kleine Feb 15 @ 7:52 PM EST
    Thanks for joining, Megan!! :) #dojochat
    In reply to @MeganBriggs93
  • jenna_kleine Feb 15 @ 7:52 PM EST
    Thanks so much for joining, Abby! #dojochat
    In reply to @aalucero1
  • MrsFoxs3rdgrade Feb 15 @ 7:53 PM EST
    if you have questions, please ask!! #dojochat
    In reply to @aalucero1
  • LorenzoA Feb 15 @ 7:53 PM EST
    Done chatting. Night all! Wish Dojo would allow us to "follow" each others' class news, but thats not possible.Yet. #growthmindset #dojochat
  • leighton_mauze Feb 15 @ 7:54 PM EST
    Thank you so much #dojochat for all of the great information! I will definitely use this in my future classroom :)