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ukedchat - Moderator Feb 23 @ 3:00 PM EST

Welcome to #ukedchat. Tonight's topic: 'Bringing The Real World Into The Classroom' https://t.co/VQFUbPujiS Question One coming up...

UKEd_SE Feb 23 @ 3:00 PM EST

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ukedchat - Moderator Feb 23 @ 2:50 PM EST

10 minutes until #UKEdChat at 8pm. Topic: 'Bringing The Real World Into The Classroom' https://t.co/VQFUbPujiS

participatechat Feb 23 @ 3:00 PM EST

Participate in the upcoming #ukedchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/fjEpJ95a6O

SchoolsImprove Feb 23 @ 3:00 PM EST

School days ‘could be shortened’ to save money at seven schools #UKedchat https://t.co/ePCUId28bR

NVandenAbeele Feb 23 @ 3:00 PM EST

#UKedchat is about "bringing the real world into the classroom". Let's (really!) get started! Please, use A1, A2, etc. to reply to Qs.

ukedchat - Moderator Feb 23 @ 3:00 PM EST

#UKEdChat Q1. What do you think are the barriers to 'real world learning' in schools? Remember to use the hashtag in your tweets.

ukedchat - Moderator Feb 23 @ 3:01 PM EST

Great to hear... Enjoy! 🇩🇪@thefreemac @SadieMackie @OLewis_coaching @alilydon #ukedchat

In reply to @KLMorgan_2, @thefreemac, @SadieMackie, @OLewis_coaching, @alilydon

Vivgrant Feb 23 @ 3:02 PM EST

The 5 Characteristics of Great School Culture Read: https://t.co/P16GyBuH1y #Sltchat #teacher5aday #primaryrocks #Ukedchat #womenef

ey_inspiration1 Feb 23 @ 3:03 PM EST

in the eyfs it is much simpler to implicate but with constraints of nc, testing, timetablimg id image it gets trickier #UKEdChat

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VotingCountsUK Feb 23 @ 3:04 PM EST

Hello #ukedchat we are a student run organisation making elections politics simple and easy to understand. 🗳️💬 https://t.co/n9mwMLOZwt

UKEd_Wales Feb 23 @ 3:04 PM EST

A1 Teachers often say it's the constraints of the curriculum schedule for exams! #ukedchat but where there's a will there's a way 👍

ukedchat - Moderator Feb 23 @ 3:00 PM EST

#UKEdChat Q1. What do you think are the barriers to 'real world learning' in schools? Remember to use the hashtag in your tweets.

GilchristGeorge Feb 23 @ 3:05 PM EST

A1 being resource, or programme driven #ukedchat

ukedchat - Moderator Feb 23 @ 3:05 PM EST

I would imagine that there are also greater barriers when thinking to about taking EYFS pupils out of the school. #ukedchat

In reply to @ey_inspiration1

UKEd_Wales Feb 23 @ 3:05 PM EST

There are only barriers if you build them but there are amazing ways to bring into all classrooms all phases - think Skype etc #UKEdChat

KLMorgan_2 Feb 23 @ 3:06 PM EST

Thanks folks. Good luck with the chat. The best one around 😊#ukedchat

In reply to @OLewis_coaching, @ukedchat, @thefreemac, @SadieMackie, @alilydon

ukedchat - Moderator Feb 23 @ 3:07 PM EST

#UKEdChat Q1 again. What do you think are the barriers to real world learning in schools? Remember to use the hashtag in your tweets.

ey_inspiration1 Feb 23 @ 3:07 PM EST

you have the freedom to plan around interests and make them real but I suppose risk assessments, staffing, costs etc #UKEdChat

In reply to @ukedchat

bilingual_bees Feb 23 @ 3:07 PM EST

A1 Curric. constraints, teaching to test, lack of access to/engagement with community...although have seen some great practice! #UKEdChat

MrBReading Feb 23 @ 3:08 PM EST

Packed curriculum, stressed teachers, money, staff confidence possibly? #ukedchat

ukedchat - Moderator Feb 23 @ 3:00 PM EST

#UKEdChat Q1. What do you think are the barriers to 'real world learning' in schools? Remember to use the hashtag in your tweets.

ey_inspiration1 Feb 23 @ 3:09 PM EST

we have forest school that runs throughout the school as well as community sessions, links to church, local businesses #UKEdChat

In reply to @ukedchat

UKEd_Wales Feb 23 @ 3:10 PM EST

A1 if every teacher shared one world news event a day as routine that would bring the world into the classroom #UKEdChat

OLewis_coaching Feb 23 @ 3:10 PM EST

#ukedchat spent lots of today discussing #TRAPPIST1 with Ss, where to begin with barriers. Ss loved it, will have to make curriculum time up

Elizabethutch Feb 23 @ 3:10 PM EST

Ai barriers are time, fear and a lack of understanding of the easy ways to bring real life into the classroom #ukedchat

ICTmagic - Moderator Feb 23 @ 3:10 PM EST

At previous sch, consistency was an issue! I always gave a real world context, other staff couldn't & I was told off! #ukedchat

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OppWorksIpswich Feb 23 @ 3:10 PM EST

Could your organisation benefit from extra #SkillsSupport? Are you in #Peterborough? Find out more #UKEdChat https://t.co/XnvhRAIYAM

SchoolsImprove Feb 23 @ 3:11 PM EST

Teacher changes accent to avoid ‘village idiot’ tag #UKedchat https://t.co/3nnmCiaSw7

SchoolsImprove Feb 23 @ 3:11 PM EST

Pupils sitting GCSEs this summer likely to have reading age of just 13, warns top academic #UKedchat https://t.co/4ZqiPheqHW

TeachPoliticsUK Feb 23 @ 3:11 PM EST

We are currently building a political education resource bank, follow us to hear more! #ukedchat @VotingCountsUK

In reply to @VotingCountsUK

MrPatelsawesome Feb 23 @ 3:11 PM EST

@ukedchat A1 #ukedchat EXAM PRESSURE... Anything that takes away from results is a waste of time - is the recurrent vision for schools!

In reply to @ukedchat

hannahtyreman Feb 23 @ 3:11 PM EST

I'm really getting into new Google sites! @GoogleForEdu @Wheelz24 https://t.co/porhEx8D5z #ukfechat #ukedchat

In reply to @GoogleForEdu, @Wheelz24

shaw2703 Feb 23 @ 3:11 PM EST

A1: Communication. The triad relationship of the child, teacher/school and parents. It's all about parental engagement! #ukedchat

In reply to @ukedchat

ukedchat - Moderator Feb 23 @ 3:11 PM EST

#UKEdChat Q2. How do guest speakers bridge the gap between the classroom and outside world? Which speakers have you invited and why?

LessonToolbox Feb 23 @ 3:12 PM EST

NEW POST "Summary pyramids" by @jivespin https://t.co/7XVpZ92xX6 #ukedchat #historyteacher #ukedchat

In reply to @Jivespin

OLewis_coaching Feb 23 @ 3:12 PM EST

#ukedchat spent lots of today discussing #TRAPPIST1 Ss loved it, had a real debate, will have to make curriculum time up!

In reply to @ukedchat

UKEd_Wales Feb 23 @ 3:12 PM EST

A1 but REAL life is everything around us too and we shouldn't get so worked up about planning - just do it - #thereisanotherway #UKEdChat

ey_inspiration1 Feb 23 @ 3:12 PM EST

yes I agree and visitors in from local community etc #UKEdChat

In reply to @UKEd_Wales

NVandenAbeele Feb 23 @ 3:13 PM EST

A2 Teaching "British studies" w/ a UK Erasmus student was the most inspiring guest lecture I've ever had! #UKEdchat

bilingual_bees Feb 23 @ 3:13 PM EST

A1 Possibly lack of staff development - exam focussed CPD often given priority over project / global based learning #UKEdChat

UKEd_Wales Feb 23 @ 3:13 PM EST

A1 you could always do a 'Did you know.....' for 5mins and leave them thinking for ALL ages - e.g who's worried about Doris today? #UKEdChat

ey_inspiration1 Feb 23 @ 3:14 PM EST

defo sch attitudes. Yet the approach really pays off #UKEdChat

In reply to @ICTmagic, @ukedchat

ukedchat - Moderator Feb 23 @ 3:14 PM EST

Why are community communications and parental engagement seemingly an unsolvable issue in every school? #ukedchat

In reply to @shaw2703

OhLottie Feb 23 @ 3:14 PM EST

If you want a short, sharp, powerful clip about online bullying to show UKS2, here it is: https://t.co/5DJhn3z9d9 #onlinesafety #ukedchat

ey_inspiration1 Feb 23 @ 3:14 PM EST

effort of staff to try new approaches and innovate. #UKEdChat

In reply to @Elizabethutch

keran77 Feb 23 @ 3:14 PM EST

A2 A few ladies from Sikh temple came to show a tapestry linked to WWI. Link to a family project which will start soon #UKEdChat

In reply to @ukedchat

JLJbusinessed Feb 23 @ 3:14 PM EST

where there's a will, there's a way! #ukedchat #reallifelearning

In reply to @OLewis_coaching, @ukedchat

VotingCountsUK Feb 23 @ 3:14 PM EST

#UKEdChat Our 'Little Guides to Elections & Voting' are perfect to handout to students to introduce them to everything election related! 🗳️

LossieEA Feb 23 @ 3:15 PM EST

#DontStopMeNow a #snapshot of #LossieEA #workingtogether with @BuckiehighMAD @AmandaCraib @MrsRaffan #amazingday #ukedchat

HaysEducationUK Feb 23 @ 3:15 PM EST

Which 'twitter chats' would you recommend for #teachers and #NQTs to share knowledge and advice? #NQTChat #UKEdChat

nicklapthorn Feb 23 @ 3:15 PM EST

#geographyteacher use it lots. Every day news provides the opportunity to bring relevant examples into the classroom. #UKEdChat

ukedchat - Moderator Feb 23 @ 3:15 PM EST

Could you expand on this for those not in the know? 🚀#ukedchat

In reply to @OLewis_coaching

SubjectSupport Feb 23 @ 3:16 PM EST

New CPD. BTEC National (NQF) 2016 / 2017 – Getting Started, All Subjects https://t.co/C7Pxutxyi3 #ukedchat #edchat #btec

UKEd_Wales Feb 23 @ 3:16 PM EST

We must have the same thinking - said exact words earlier! #ukedchat A1

JLJbusinessed Feb 23 @ 3:14 PM EST

where there's a will, there's a way! #ukedchat #reallifelearning
In reply to @OLewis_coaching, @ukedchat

ey_inspiration1 Feb 23 @ 3:16 PM EST

exactly it's good to vary the approach and not do the same old same old #UKEdChat

In reply to @terjepe, @ukedchat, @Skype

ukedchat - Moderator Feb 23 @ 3:16 PM EST

What did the pupils get out of it which they couldn't with artefacts, videos etc? #ukedchat

In reply to @keran77

keran77 Feb 23 @ 3:16 PM EST

And a local dentist to talk about oral hygiene due to issues with tooth decay plus river canal trust ppl (water safety). #UKEdChat

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UKEd_London Feb 23 @ 3:17 PM EST

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ukedchat - Moderator Feb 23 @ 3:17 PM EST

How can you ensure that 'will' is there'? @OLewis_coaching #ukedchat

In reply to @JLJbusinessed, @OLewis_coaching

nicklapthorn Feb 23 @ 3:17 PM EST

@The_GA provide lots of up to date resources via their website for all key stages. Lots of primary stuff too. #UKEdChat

In reply to @The_GA

OLewis_coaching Feb 23 @ 3:17 PM EST

all down to passion & drive from teachers, make the time if it's important! #ukedchat

In reply to @JLJbusinessed, @ukedchat

Elizabethutch Feb 23 @ 3:17 PM EST

yes,be open to support from experts within school.Teaching is not meant to be the sole responsibility of teacher #ukedchat

In reply to @ey_inspiration1

ukedchat - Moderator Feb 23 @ 3:18 PM EST

Any volunteers for demonstrations?! 😷 #ukedchat

In reply to @keran77

JLJbusinessed Feb 23 @ 3:18 PM EST

teaching about life choices- arranged a company to come in with ex criminals. #ukedchat #jawdrop

In reply to @ukedchat, @OLewis_coaching, @ey_inspiration1

keran77 Feb 23 @ 3:18 PM EST

They heard people talking directly to them, talking about their own learning + had the opportunity to ask questions. #ukedchat

In reply to @ukedchat

UKEd_Wales Feb 23 @ 3:18 PM EST

they 'make it more real' as they are not based in school so the learners see it as world or community #ukedchat A2

In reply to @ukedchat

JLJbusinessed Feb 23 @ 3:19 PM EST

definately, but if students ask questions, don't stop the flow. When students are interested, it helps! #ukedchat

In reply to @OLewis_coaching, @ukedchat

LessonToolbox Feb 23 @ 3:20 PM EST

Linking collaborative #hexagons with concept mapping #making links via @ponthighlearn #ukedchat #aussieEd

In reply to @ponthighlearn

ey_inspiration1 Feb 23 @ 3:20 PM EST

and relatable! Also local history group, past pupils, community #UKEdChat

In reply to @ukedchat, @OLewis_coaching

JBHRefurbs Feb 23 @ 3:20 PM EST

Hopeful for light at the end of the tunnel for much needed Free Schools #ukedchat #education @ConstructionEnq https://t.co/wBbxvPy20Y

In reply to @ConstructionEnq

OLewis_coaching Feb 23 @ 3:20 PM EST

@NASA have found three planets in the habitable zone of a star! ⭐️ 🌎 🌎🌎🚀🔭 check the link! #ukedchat https://t.co/rsmaMVkDu9

In reply to @ukedchat, @NASA

year6missNW Feb 23 @ 3:20 PM EST

A2: An entrepreneur in to talk about how anyone can start a business and introduce them to money management! #ukedchat

ukedchat - Moderator Feb 23 @ 3:21 PM EST

#UKEdChat Q3. What role can businesses play to make learning more like the world outside the classroom? Remember to use the hashtag.

shaw2703 Feb 23 @ 3:21 PM EST

Parental engagement is misunderstood as parental involvement? Also, some parents may hold negative experiences of school #ukedchat

In reply to @ukedchat

Elizabethutch Feb 23 @ 3:22 PM EST

A2 topic on India we invited a lady from India to answer the S's questions. Demonstrated perfectly how good their questions were. #ukedchat

OLewis_coaching Feb 23 @ 3:23 PM EST

questions lead to learning 👍🏻 surely that's what we want as educators; inquisitive minds! #ukedchat

In reply to @JLJbusinessed, @ukedchat

bilingual_bees Feb 23 @ 3:23 PM EST

A2 Local community members - often understand our pupils' local and social communities in a way teachers / school leaders can't #UKEdChat

ey_inspiration1 Feb 23 @ 3:24 PM EST

vgood for raising aspirations especially if the speakers are past pupils #ukedchat

In reply to @ukedchat, @MrPatelsawesome, @keran77, @terjepe, @MrBReading

UKEd_Wales Feb 23 @ 3:24 PM EST

A3 They show, share and describe the impact on community, business and wider world if they also have international links #ukedchat

ukedchat - Moderator Feb 23 @ 3:21 PM EST

#UKEdChat Q3. What role can businesses play to make learning more like the world outside the classroom? Remember to use the hashtag.

keran77 Feb 23 @ 3:24 PM EST

A3 Sch councillors went round local shops to ask for donations for a sale.It worked well, links with community important #UKEdChat

In reply to @ukedchat

EDmerger Feb 23 @ 3:24 PM EST

or be one yourself - a teacherprenuer - has been great for my teaching #ukedchat

In reply to @year6missNW

JLJbusinessed Feb 23 @ 3:24 PM EST

Had many entrepreneurs in that show putting hobbies into business is possible! #owlflying #magician #makedreamsreality #ukedchat

shaw2703 Feb 23 @ 3:24 PM EST

Schools need to help parents. The triad relationship is important. Unfortunatley, the child is not always at the centre #ukedchat

In reply to @ukedchat

ey_inspiration1 Feb 23 @ 3:25 PM EST

great for enterprise and inspiring such projects in school #ukedchat

In reply to @ukedchat, @MrPatelsawesome, @keran77, @terjepe, @MrBReading

ukedchat - Moderator Feb 23 @ 3:25 PM EST

What did this bring to the experience which a teacher couldn't bring? @OLewis_coaching @ey_inspiration1 @Inkquisitive #ukedchat

In reply to @Miss_Rehal, @OLewis_coaching, @ey_inspiration1, @Inkquisitive

bilingual_bees Feb 23 @ 3:25 PM EST

A2 Local businesses bring context and experiences to otherwise abstract topics - being local pupils can relate to "their world" #UKEdChat

UKEd_Wales Feb 23 @ 3:25 PM EST

A3 Also helps CYP to know the types of business in their local area - you'd be shocked what's out there! #ukedchat

ukedchat - Moderator Feb 23 @ 3:21 PM EST

#UKEdChat Q3. What role can businesses play to make learning more like the world outside the classroom? Remember to use the hashtag.

keran77 Feb 23 @ 3:25 PM EST

Learning from businesses can inspire chn to do similar esp. when taking part in activities such as the fiver challenge. #UKEdChat

In reply to @ukedchat

GilchristGeorge Feb 23 @ 3:26 PM EST

Don't bring the real world into the classroom, take the classroom into the real world #UKEdChat

year6missNW Feb 23 @ 3:26 PM EST

Love that idea! Need to find my niche for business. #ukedchat

In reply to @EDmerger

UKEd_Wales Feb 23 @ 3:27 PM EST

spot on George #ukedchat A3

In reply to @GilchristGeorge

Mr_RichTea Feb 23 @ 3:27 PM EST

#ukedchat We often look at what's happening in news:Newsround,First News etc.I also write comps of current stories. https://t.co/5O1rHGwJHT

year6missNW Feb 23 @ 3:27 PM EST

This is a much better approach! We learn through experience, that's human nature! #ukedchat

In reply to @GilchristGeorge

UKEd_SE Feb 23 @ 3:27 PM EST

Get on board with the vision! #ukedchat

UKEd_Wales Feb 23 @ 3:16 PM EST
We must have the same thinking - said exact words earlier! #ukedchat A1
- JLJbusinessed Feb 23 @ 3:14 PM EST
  
  where there's a will, there's a way! #ukedchat #reallifelearning
  In reply to @OLewis_coaching, @ukedchat

ukedchat - Moderator Feb 23 @ 3:27 PM EST

Child can be in the middle, but as a object of competition, or a conduit of non-cooperation, rather than the focus! #ukedchat

In reply to @shaw2703

EDmerger Feb 23 @ 3:28 PM EST

teachers know best what's missing - go for it #ukedchat

In reply to @year6missNW

shaw2703 Feb 23 @ 3:28 PM EST

Newsletters and letters etc... is just parental involvement. Schools need to a community of parents. #ukedchat

In reply to @Mr_RichTea, @ukedchat

UKEd_SE Feb 23 @ 3:28 PM EST

Great idea for money management & business or economics Ss! #ukedchat

year6missNW Feb 23 @ 3:20 PM EST

A2: An entrepreneur in to talk about how anyone can start a business and introduce them to money management! #ukedchat

UKEd_SE Feb 23 @ 3:28 PM EST

how do you get parents involved? #ukedchat

In reply to @shaw2703, @ukedchat

ey_inspiration1 Feb 23 @ 3:29 PM EST

for disengaged pupils this can be very motivational #ukedchat

In reply to @ukedchat, @MrPatelsawesome, @keran77, @terjepe, @MrBReading

MrBReading Feb 23 @ 3:29 PM EST

A3 #ukedchat can take pupils and teachers out of 'edu-bubble' - shows both (part of) the purpose of their learning and can inspire kids!

OLewis_coaching Feb 23 @ 3:29 PM EST

individuality is key! 🔑 #ukedchat

In reply to @Miss_Rehal, @ukedchat, @ey_inspiration1, @Inkquisitive

ATaleUnfolds Feb 23 @ 3:30 PM EST

Great to see teachers and chdn prepping for #litfilmfest! We can't wait to read and watch the entries for each category! #ukedchat

Vivgrant Feb 23 @ 3:30 PM EST

The path to success is far from a simple one & rarely comes without struggle! #sltchat #ukedchat #teacher5aday

JLJbusinessed Feb 23 @ 3:31 PM EST

great minds think alike! :) #ukedchat

In reply to @UKEd_SE

pitmanipswich Feb 23 @ 3:31 PM EST

Our Course Introduction: Professional Touch Typing (TYPAZ) is a great way to see what the course entails! #UKEdchat https://t.co/rjsJ9SKrtY

year6missNW Feb 23 @ 3:31 PM EST

A3: By giving them these real world experiences. Take them out, teach them skills that we don't. Give them something to aspire to! #ukedchat

ukedchat - Moderator Feb 23 @ 3:31 PM EST

#UKEdChat Q4. Does tech bring more or less real world context to learning? How? Examples from your own teaching? Remember to use the hashtag

SchoolsImprove Feb 23 @ 3:32 PM EST

Schools must help students choose BTEC qualifications most valued by universities #UKedchat https://t.co/S4Kl8Bub4X

LumiciSlate Feb 23 @ 3:32 PM EST

Making your MAT vision and model of teaching a reality with Lumici Slate #ukedchat #SLTChat #lessonplanning #ipaded https://t.co/JtowGGoq98

ey_inspiration1 Feb 23 @ 3:32 PM EST

yes &all aspects of the curriculum including team work &problem solving #UKEdChat

In reply to @terjepe, @ukedchat, @MrPatelsawesome, @keran77, @MrBReading

year6missNW Feb 23 @ 3:32 PM EST

A4: In modern day, it is much more 'real life' to use technology. Why not Skype in businesses, conference call, projects. #ukedchat

Vivgrant Feb 23 @ 3:32 PM EST

The Slides from my #AuthenticityWebinar are now available to download 🙂 https://t.co/y24EOe4VHy #sltchat #ukedchat

OLewis_coaching Feb 23 @ 3:33 PM EST

work experience or 'a day in the life of xyz' to help inspire! #ukedchat

In reply to @ukedchat, @ey_inspiration1, @MrPatelsawesome, @keran77, @terjepe

ICTmagic - Moderator Feb 23 @ 3:33 PM EST

Pupils occasionally leave the edu-bubble. Not sure how many teachers leave it during term-time! 😉 #ukedchat

In reply to @MrBReading

ey_inspiration1 Feb 23 @ 3:33 PM EST

more, a window to the world throu Skype, webcam #UKEdChat

In reply to @ukedchat, @MrPatelsawesome, @keran77, @terjepe, @MrBReading, @Elizabethutch

magicalmaths Feb 23 @ 3:34 PM EST

How To Make A Paper Airplane Fly Forever, WOW! https://t.co/fJt1pTtVUE #ittchat #rqtchat #ukedchat

ukedchat - Moderator Feb 23 @ 3:34 PM EST

Do you think the successes or the knock-backs had more impact of the pupils? @OLewis_coaching @Inkquisitive #ukedchat

In reply to @Miss_Rehal, @OLewis_coaching, @Inkquisitive

UKEd_Wales Feb 23 @ 3:34 PM EST

A4 it can enhance real world learning. Did a Skype author session with a primary school and they loved it #ukedchat

ukedchat - Moderator Feb 23 @ 3:31 PM EST

#UKEdChat Q4. Does tech bring more or less real world context to learning? How? Examples from your own teaching? Remember to use the hashtag

nicklapthorn Feb 23 @ 3:34 PM EST

A4 Tech is important tool, but shouldn't be the focus. It should be a window onto the learning and not a screen. #UKEdChat

EDmerger Feb 23 @ 3:34 PM EST

A4: lots of real world context - tech provides enormous ops for problem solving and independent learning #ukedchat

JLJbusinessed Feb 23 @ 3:35 PM EST

Technology is great! Love Google cardboard in particular for students being able to picture certain places that are being studied! #ukedchat

ey_inspiration1 Feb 23 @ 3:35 PM EST

also get to get outdoors and explore the world that way too #UKEdChat

In reply to @ukedchat, @MrPatelsawesome, @keran77, @terjepe

year6missNW Feb 23 @ 3:35 PM EST

by introducing real world they understand that they can do whatever they want, you're right - inspirational! #ukedchat

In reply to @ICTmagic, @MrBReading

UKEd_Wales Feb 23 @ 3:35 PM EST

A4 think also about Google Expeditions - VR etc can really help children immerse themselves in other cultures #ukedchat

ukedchat - Moderator Feb 23 @ 3:31 PM EST

#UKEdChat Q4. Does tech bring more or less real world context to learning? How? Examples from your own teaching? Remember to use the hashtag

year6missNW Feb 23 @ 3:36 PM EST

We used these in a High School last week and my class abso loved it. Going to have to invest in them. #ukedchat

In reply to @JLJbusinessed

ThainMike Feb 23 @ 3:36 PM EST

is there anyone on twitter who is working in a UTC? Am interested in similarities/differences to 11-16 schools #ukedchat

ChrisAFRIN Feb 23 @ 3:36 PM EST

A2 @ukedchat @OLewis_coaching @ey_inspiration1 teaching @teachBTEC Public Services bringing in a range of PS personnel #UKEdChat

In reply to @ukedchat, @OLewis_coaching, @ey_inspiration1, @teachBTEC

ukedchat - Moderator Feb 23 @ 3:36 PM EST

Are there any advantages for the learners having a virtual visit, rather than a real visit from a guest? #ukedchat

In reply to @UKEd_Wales

bilingual_bees Feb 23 @ 3:36 PM EST

A4 More! The "real world" is becoming increasingly technological so ICT needs to be central to building those connections #UKEdChat

year6missNW Feb 23 @ 3:36 PM EST

Although, if we're talking real world, isn't tech a phenomenal part of that now? #ukedchat

In reply to @nicklapthorn

shaw2703 Feb 23 @ 3:36 PM EST

Start by welcoming the community into the sch (parents morning). Help P's to help their chd sch led towards parent led). #UKEdChat

In reply to @UKEd_SE

bilingual_bees Feb 23 @ 3:37 PM EST

A4 Blogging - gives students an authentic outlet to voice things that matter to them whilst teaching internet safety #UKEdChat

JLJbusinessed Feb 23 @ 3:37 PM EST

easier said than done at times,especially with the time constraints #ukedchat

In reply to @ey_inspiration1, @ukedchat, @MrPatelsawesome, @keran77, @terjepe

SchoolsImprove Feb 23 @ 3:38 PM EST

Schools funding system ‘must be fairer’ #UKedchat https://t.co/ll4CswOH73

ICTmagic - Moderator Feb 23 @ 3:38 PM EST

Important to have a little non-school fun everyday! Hope the placement goes well. #ukedchat

In reply to @MrBReading

year6missNW Feb 23 @ 3:38 PM EST

not only that but even taking the kid out into the community and volunteering, despite age #ukedchat

In reply to @shaw2703, @UKEd_SE

eduk8harvey Feb 23 @ 3:38 PM EST

Introduced my yr7 Sci class to Twitter, we were able to discover pages linked to our learning #UKEdChat

ChrisAFRIN Feb 23 @ 3:38 PM EST

A4 @ukedchat @ey_inspiration1 @MrPatelsawesome @keran77 used @DigimapColleges for route planning then did the route for real #UKEdChat

In reply to @ukedchat, @ey_inspiration1, @MrPatelsawesome, @keran77, @DigimapColleges

nicklapthorn Feb 23 @ 3:38 PM EST

absolutely, but too often using the tech becomes the 'purpose' and not the 'tool'. #ukedchat

In reply to @year6missNW

JLJbusinessed Feb 23 @ 3:38 PM EST

definately!! They are so good! Student reactions make my day! #ukedchat #amazedstudents #missdoesthatreallyexist

In reply to @year6missNW

MrBReading Feb 23 @ 3:39 PM EST

A3 #ukedchat I'll be teacher, but be a fool to think that I'm the expert on all things - businesses want to share expertise and kids love it

nicklapthorn Feb 23 @ 3:39 PM EST

what did learn today? We used the computers.... #ukedchat

In reply to @year6missNW

hengehall Feb 23 @ 3:39 PM EST

A4 twitter can be great for this, engage with authors, scientists, historians. We put ideas for space tourism to @virgingalactic #ukedchat

In reply to @virgingalactic

UKEd_Wales Feb 23 @ 3:39 PM EST

real visit best bit if u are doing it long distance it's just as exciting for some learners - awe & wonder and all that #ukedchat

In reply to @ukedchat

eduk8harvey Feb 23 @ 3:39 PM EST

A4 Introduced my yr7 Sci class to Twitter, we were able to discover pages linked to our learning #UKEdChat

year6missNW Feb 23 @ 3:40 PM EST

definitely. We need to use them smarter, make it clearer that the purpose is the learning #ukedchat

In reply to @nicklapthorn

davidErogers Feb 23 @ 3:40 PM EST

Interesting as I think there's a possible link between #fieldstudieschat and #UKEdChat today - getting the real world in to learning

year6missNW Feb 23 @ 3:41 PM EST

well the boxes are only £5 to buy, it's the phone that goes inside! #ukedchat

In reply to @bilingual_bees, @JLJbusinessed

UKEd_Wales Feb 23 @ 3:41 PM EST

real life real time - that's important too #ukedchat A4

In reply to @eduk8harvey

ukedchat - Moderator Feb 23 @ 3:41 PM EST

#UKEdChat Q5. How can the school community provide real world context and an audience for pupils? Remember to use the hashtag in your tweets

JLJbusinessed Feb 23 @ 3:41 PM EST

yes definately do! A great way of virtual reality in the classroom, kids love it, #ukedchat

In reply to @eduk8harvey

EDmerger Feb 23 @ 3:41 PM EST

a possible advance on 'i don't know' ;) #ukedchat

In reply to @nicklapthorn, @year6missNW

ChrisAFRIN Feb 23 @ 3:41 PM EST

A2 @ukedchat @OLewis_coaching @ey_inspiration1 invited in @LNAACT to talk about their work & completed charity walk rising £1300 #UKEdChat

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MrPatelsawesome Feb 23 @ 3:41 PM EST

#ukedchat getting outdoor is so important

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eduk8harvey Feb 23 @ 3:42 PM EST

great idea, I need to get my class asking questions via Twitter! #UKEdChat

In reply to @hengehall

nicklapthorn Feb 23 @ 3:42 PM EST

exactly. Why they need to become invisible to the learning. As everyday as the board (or teacher?) #ukedchat

In reply to @year6missNW

ICTmagic - Moderator Feb 23 @ 3:42 PM EST

Blogging about books sounds a bit school-ish to me. 🤔Is the bad snooker played in school? #ukedchat

In reply to @MrBReading

OLewis_coaching Feb 23 @ 3:42 PM EST

A4 #edtech can transport you to places using certain apps! Connecting people & places leading to learning.... #ukedchat

shaw2703 Feb 23 @ 3:42 PM EST

A4: tech is good to make stronger connections. Nothing can beat real live context. Guess this is why schools do trips. #ukedchat

In reply to @ukedchat

MrPatelsawesome Feb 23 @ 3:42 PM EST

massively true ! Easier said than done #ukedchat

In reply to @JLJbusinessed, @ey_inspiration1, @ukedchat, @keran77, @terjepe

year6missNW Feb 23 @ 3:42 PM EST

A4: My class blog every Friday what they've learnt in the week. They write the script and speak - others can access from home #ukedchat

JLJbusinessed Feb 23 @ 3:43 PM EST

I'm in Spain! Teaching life in the UK is very busy though yes, #ukedchat

In reply to @terjepe, @ey_inspiration1, @ukedchat, @MrPatelsawesome, @keran77

MrPatelsawesome Feb 23 @ 3:43 PM EST

in teaching science all of it should contextualised #ukedchat

In reply to @ukedchat

SchoolsImprove Feb 23 @ 3:44 PM EST

University vice-chancellors’ average pay now exceeds £275,000 #UKedchat https://t.co/KwN6DAnd8E

ey_inspiration1 Feb 23 @ 3:44 PM EST

vital to inspire all learners and some thrive outdoors #UKEdChat

In reply to @MrPatelsawesome, @ukedchat, @keran77, @terjepe

year6missNW Feb 23 @ 3:44 PM EST

A5: I run a 40 child Drama Club, we welcome the community and run it as a real production, they're taught to do it all, tech inc. #ukedchat

nicklapthorn Feb 23 @ 3:44 PM EST

yes. I'm struggling with multitasking here! #ukedchat #fieldstudieschat

In reply to @davidErogers

UKEd_Wales Feb 23 @ 3:45 PM EST

Sorry have to dash but great joining in an fabulous chat this evening #ukedchat

ukedchat - Moderator Feb 23 @ 3:41 PM EST

#UKEdChat Q5. How can the school community provide real world context and an audience for pupils? Remember to use the hashtag in your tweets

UKEdMag Feb 23 @ 3:45 PM EST

Read UKEd Magazine from our FREE #UKEdChat app. Android: https://t.co/tVL2n2C08R iOS: https://t.co/d821ue3V8X https://t.co/ns5aWUMeCL

LessonToolbox Feb 23 @ 3:45 PM EST

More reasons to steal from @Homebase_uk. Summarising positive and negative tropism via @MCEA_CPD #pedagoofriday #ukedchat #aussieEd

owonka86 Feb 23 @ 3:45 PM EST

To answer a question with a question: Does anyone still draw graphs by hand in the real world? #ukedchat

In reply to @ukedchat

ukedchat - Moderator Feb 23 @ 3:45 PM EST

Good luck doing that with quantum mechanics! 😱 #ukedchat

In reply to @MrPatelsawesome

JLJbusinessed Feb 23 @ 3:45 PM EST

a school phone, different stations/groups, different learning activities going on, everyone get a go. #ukedchat

In reply to @year6missNW, @bilingual_bees

ey_inspiration1 Feb 23 @ 3:45 PM EST

fundraising, organising events to invite community to #UKEdChat

In reply to @ukedchat, @MrPatelsawesome, @keran77, @terjepe, @Elizabethutch, @ChrisAFRIN

Mr_RichTea Feb 23 @ 3:45 PM EST

#ukedchat #A4 Use of technology is all about connectivity. With adequate safeguards, pupils have a global audience at their fingertips!

OLewis_coaching Feb 23 @ 3:45 PM EST

#actuallivingscientist prime example! #ukedchat

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ChrisAFRIN Feb 23 @ 3:45 PM EST

A5 @ukedchat @ey_inspiration1 @MrPatelsawesome @keran77 @terjepe @MrBReading @year6missNW @Elizabethutch #getoutside for PS Ss #UKEdChat

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MrPatelsawesome Feb 23 @ 3:45 PM EST

I'm a physicist #Ukedchat

In reply to @ukedchat

ey_inspiration1 Feb 23 @ 3:46 PM EST

visiting local care homes, shopping centres with choir, inviting parents into school to share learning #UKEdChat

In reply to @ukedchat

ukedchat - Moderator Feb 23 @ 3:46 PM EST

I know. 😊 #ukedchat

In reply to @MrPatelsawesome

owonka86 Feb 23 @ 3:47 PM EST

#Geography students can tour a case study site in 2 minutes, which is handy when they have 20 or more to learn #ukedchat

In reply to @ukedchat

year6missNW Feb 23 @ 3:47 PM EST

Also, the more they're trusted, the more they will be responsible. OR maybe i'm being optimistic! #ukedchat

In reply to @Mr_RichTea

Mr_RichTea Feb 23 @ 3:47 PM EST

#ukedchat #A4 We've just done #500words. Stories typed up and sent.We will publish them to our school blog.Kids love to have wider audience.

ey_inspiration1 Feb 23 @ 3:47 PM EST

even getting the children to run the tuck shop from start to finish. Buying goods, budget, profit #ukedchat

In reply to @ukedchat, @MrPatelsawesome

year6missNW Feb 23 @ 3:47 PM EST

This is what we need, teaching skills and also compassion for others! #ukedchat

ey_inspiration1 Feb 23 @ 3:46 PM EST

visiting local care homes, shopping centres with choir, inviting parents into school to share learning #UKEdChat
In reply to @ukedchat

nicklapthorn Feb 23 @ 3:47 PM EST

absolutely as a #geographyteacher! How better to understand the data than drawing the beach profile. #ukedchat

In reply to @owonka86

nicklapthorn Feb 23 @ 3:48 PM EST

it does depend on the LOs of the day though. Task or enquiry orientated. #ukedchat

In reply to @owonka86

eduk8harvey Feb 23 @ 3:48 PM EST

A5 I occasionally have my yr7 Sci class produce instructions for yr6 pupils at the primary on the same site as ours. #UKEdChat

ey_inspiration1 Feb 23 @ 3:48 PM EST

cooking clubs where a chef helps and culminates in children creating a restaurant for parents #ukedchat

In reply to @ukedchat

EDmerger Feb 23 @ 3:49 PM EST

Indeed Richard - Definite way to bring in more professionals into the classroom - virtually #ukedchat

Mr_RichTea Feb 23 @ 3:45 PM EST

#ukedchat #A4 Use of technology is all about connectivity. With adequate safeguards, pupils have a global audience at their fingertips!

JBHRefurbs Feb 23 @ 3:50 PM EST

Hopeful for light at the end of the tunnel for much needed Free Schools #ukedchat #education https://t.co/wBbxvPy20Y

EdTeaching Feb 23 @ 3:50 PM EST

Beautiful blog from @miss_mcinerney on the #teacher she hated (and loved) https://t.co/0aQat7gtqz #ukedchat #edchat

In reply to @miss_mcinerney

UKEd_Leaders Feb 23 @ 3:50 PM EST

Beautiful blog from @miss_mcinerney on the #teacher she hated (and loved) https://t.co/BJbeB1Km8A #ukedchat #edchat

In reply to @miss_mcinerney

EdCentral Feb 23 @ 3:50 PM EST

Beautiful blog from @miss_mcinerney on the #teacher she hated (and loved) https://t.co/HF9VzEOC03 #ukedchat #edchat

In reply to @miss_mcinerney

davidErogers Feb 23 @ 3:50 PM EST

is tricky! I'm just back from my run #fieldstudieschat #ukedchat

In reply to @nicklapthorn

OLewis_coaching Feb 23 @ 3:51 PM EST

Pran you're now known as Schrodinger! 🤓#ukedchat

In reply to @MrPatelsawesome, @ukedchat

eduk8harvey Feb 23 @ 3:51 PM EST

what a great idea, I bet they pupils love the ownership of that task! #UKEdChat

In reply to @ey_inspiration1

hengehall Feb 23 @ 3:51 PM EST

A5 easy: get a blog and comment, comment and then comment again. #ukedchat

ukedchat - Moderator Feb 23 @ 3:51 PM EST

#UKEdChat Q6. Is a certainly amount of ‘artificial’ necessary and desirable in the classroom? Remember to use the hashtag in your tweets.

JLJbusinessed Feb 23 @ 3:52 PM EST

An international food fair, trying foods from students different home countries #culinarydelights #culture #oneschoolonecommunity #ukedchat

ey_inspiration1 Feb 23 @ 3:52 PM EST

project-based learning is where students explore real-world problems and challenges, developing cross-curriculum skills #ukedchat

MrPatelsawesome Feb 23 @ 3:52 PM EST

#ukedchat what do you mean?

In reply to @ukedchat

davidErogers Feb 23 @ 3:52 PM EST

taking kids to @OutwardBoundUK and sch can pay because of a bursary, worth chatting? #ukedchat

In reply to @nicklapthorn, @DTW_Education, @The_GA, @OutwardBoundUK

ukedchat - Moderator Feb 23 @ 3:53 PM EST

What do you consider true real world context? What is the cut-off age range for doing this easily/well? #ukedchat

In reply to @JadeFahie

nicklapthorn Feb 23 @ 3:53 PM EST

we often create graphs in the field using bags, tapes, pebbles. It's about engaging with data. #geographyteacher #ukedchat

In reply to @owonka86

ukedchat - Moderator Feb 23 @ 3:53 PM EST

[Peeked at your bio] How does this fit into Mastery? #ukedchat

In reply to @JadeFahie

PodcastEdtech Feb 23 @ 3:54 PM EST

Meet '16 @TeacherPrize winner @hanan_hroub, on creativity, capacity, & tech #teachersmatter #UKedchat #UKFEchat #SLTchat #ALTc Out 26/02.

HaysEducationUK Feb 23 @ 3:54 PM EST

What gives a school 'the edge' when you're looking for a #teaching post? #ukedchat #UKEdJobs #SchoolChoice

MrPatelsawesome Feb 23 @ 3:55 PM EST

Aaaargh #Ukedchat

In reply to @JadeFahie, @ukedchat

year6missNW Feb 23 @ 3:55 PM EST

No one else is going to do it from recent experience! #ukedchat

In reply to @Mr_RichTea

ChrisAFRIN Feb 23 @ 3:55 PM EST

A6 @ukedchat @ey_inspiration1 @MrPatelsawesome @keran77 @terjepe @MrBReading @year6missNW @Elizabethutch role play has a value #UKEdChat

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Elizabethutch Feb 23 @ 3:55 PM EST

A6 Artificial is sometimes necessay to practice but only good if real world is used when it can be. #UKEdChat

a_haq Feb 23 @ 3:55 PM EST

scenario based? #ukedchat

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year6missNW Feb 23 @ 3:55 PM EST

Encourage them to access from home, also create subject folders and then you have a portfolio #ukedchat

In reply to @Mr_RichTea, @Seesaw

ey_inspiration1 Feb 23 @ 3:56 PM EST

I would say keep it real and meaningful #UKEdChat

In reply to @ukedchat, @MrPatelsawesome, @keran77, @terjepe, @MrBReading

MrPatelsawesome Feb 23 @ 3:56 PM EST

good call #ukedchat

In reply to @ChrisAFRIN, @ukedchat, @ey_inspiration1, @keran77, @terjepe, @MrBReading, @year6missNW, @Elizabethutch

ukedchat - Moderator Feb 23 @ 3:56 PM EST

A quick extra question: Providing real world context can be a lot of work for the teacher. Is the pay-off worth it? #ukedchat

ChrisAFRIN Feb 23 @ 3:57 PM EST

Yes @a_haq e.g. first aid @ukedchat @MrPatelsawesome @ey_inspiration1 @keran77 @terjepe @MrBReading @year6missNW @Elizabethutch #UKEdChat

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hengehall Feb 23 @ 3:57 PM EST

I like @HYWEL_ROBERTS concept of an authentic fake. #ukedchat

In reply to @ukedchat, @HYWEL_ROBERTS

year6missNW Feb 23 @ 3:57 PM EST

A6: Having a degree in Drama, I'm constantly using it in class. It allows children to explore through a different mind #ukedchat

ukedchat - Moderator Feb 23 @ 3:58 PM EST

Indeed, but presumable the time would be spend for/on/with the children anyway. Best use of time? #ukedchat

In reply to @shaw2703

GeoDebs Feb 23 @ 3:58 PM EST

Yes,and students have to be able to for Maths...cross-curricular tick. #ukedchat Plus can't always access whole class IT

In reply to @owonka86, @ukedchat

hengehall Feb 23 @ 3:58 PM EST

A6 a great way to do this is to Mick up a web page using Mozilla x-ray goggles. I had y5 convinced I was the new top gear host! #ukedchat

SchoolsImprove Feb 23 @ 3:59 PM EST

Clever teenagers twice as likely to smoke cannabis due to their curious minds, study finds #UKedchat https://t.co/G0E8P54ZxC

OLewis_coaching Feb 23 @ 3:59 PM EST

#ukedchat this 👇🏼@ukedchat

In reply to @ukedchat

doctorjeff Feb 23 @ 6:41 AM EST

There is no profession more important than teaching. None. For all other professions depend on ... teachers. #edchat