#dtk12chat Archive

Please join us for a weekly conversation about design thinking in K12 education. We will have a variety of moderators with a wide range and depth of design thinking experiences. Each week, we will connect the dots to the design thinking methodology and how it can and will play a bigger role in today’s K12 educational arena.

Wednesday January 31, 2018
9:00 PM EST

  • participatechat Jan 31 @ 9:00 PM EST
    Participate in the upcoming #dtk12chat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/eZ4VbwlBDf
  • AshAusp Jan 31 @ 9:00 PM EST
    #dtk12chat starting any minute now!
  • AshAusp Jan 31 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Beginning to practice yoga made me want to read about it & I recently read 10% Happier by @danbharris @10percent - in it I kept reading things about mindfulness that made me think about empathy and design thinking, hence tonight's mod #dtk12chat
  • AshAusp Jan 31 @ 9:04 PM EST
    I’m curious whether others see similar or different connections, pitfalls or misunderstandings, and whether y’all already use or see a use for mindfulness practices in your classrooms and in your design #dtk12chat Let’s get started!
  • AshAusp Jan 31 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Who’s here for #dtk12chat tonight? I'm Ashley in SC & am lucky enough to collaborate with @WHS_StudioD
  • TheRealJamCam - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Hi Ashley your southern neighbor James from Atlanta #dtk12chat
  • WickedDecent - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Oh you most definitely want to connect with @audreyoclair about #yoga, #mindfulness and teaching and learning mindsets #dtk12chat
    In reply to @AshAusp, @danbharris, @10percent, @audreyoclair
  • scitechyEDU - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Hey @AshAusp Thanks for taking the MOD reins tonight Mary via ATL #dtk12chat
  • AshAusp Jan 31 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Hiya, friend!! Good to be talking to you again #dtk12chat
    In reply to @TheRealJamCam
  • SueAtSea Jan 31 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Hi @AshAusp - Susan from ATL dropping in and multi-twitterchatting! Wednesdays = all the best chats! #dtk12chat
  • LSpencerEdD Jan 31 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Laura from San Diego popping in tonight! #dtk12chat
  • TheRealJamCam - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:07 PM EST
    How are things going for you? #dtk12chat
    In reply to @AshAusp, @WHS_StudioD
  • AshAusp Jan 31 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Hiiiii!!! Thanks for organizing it all ;-) #dtk12chat
    In reply to @scitechyEDU
  • WickedDecent - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Dan in Maine, lucky enough to be the education director of the new success & innovation center at Mt. Blue Campus in Farmington, ME #dtk12chat #designthinking #edchat
  • afshareddesign Jan 31 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Hi Ashley! Laura, 8th grade Humanities teacher in the Bay Area. Excited to talk mindfulness! #dtk12chat
  • TheRealJamCam - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:07 PM EST
    What’s up Dan the Man #dtk12chat
    In reply to @WickedDecent, @AshAusp, @danbharris, @10percent, @audreyoclair
  • scitechyEDU - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:07 PM EST
    I only gave a nudge… :) Thank you for moving #dtk12chat
    In reply to @AshAusp
  • SueAtSea Jan 31 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Hey buddy! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @TheRealJamCam, @WickedDecent, @AshAusp, @danbharris, @10percent, @audreyoclair
  • WickedDecent - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Good talking to you today, my friend! #dtk12chat #thedayonlygotnuttierfromthere
    In reply to @TheRealJamCam, @AshAusp, @danbharris, @10percent, @audreyoclair
  • LSpencerEdD Jan 31 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Sounds like an awesome job, Dan! Like you, I feel lucky to be in my new position as well as Dir of Innovation & Design #dtk12chat
    In reply to @WickedDecent
  • luckybydesign Jan 31 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Hi #dtk12chat! It's been a busy January and I'm happy to be back. Erin, from Calgary, AB, Canada.
    In reply to @AshAusp, @WHS_StudioD
  • TheRealJamCam - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Good to be here and chatting with you #dtk12chat
    In reply to @AshAusp
  • LindseyOwn - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:08 PM EST
    Hi, friends!! Here at least until the children demand food. :-D Awesome topic tonight, @AshAusp !! #dtk12chat
  • AshAusp Jan 31 @ 9:08 PM EST
    See, now I knew you'd come through for me off the start! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @WickedDecent, @audreyoclair
  • GHSTEAMchic Jan 31 @ 9:08 PM EST
    Jill from MN where snow is lightly falling again. #dtk12chat
  • quickmuse Jan 31 @ 9:08 PM EST
    How many people just rushed through washing the dishes to jump into #dtk12chat?
  • scitechyEDU - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:08 PM EST
    Hey Laura… not sure if I have said this b4 yet I tend to try to always connect her… have you met @lndeutsch fellow DT Humanities Teacher (MS r her fav grades) #dtk12chat
    In reply to @afshareddesign, @lndeutsch
  • WickedDecent - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:09 PM EST
    it's seriously the dream job as best as I can tell #workingharderthanevertho #andthatsagoodthing #dtk12chat
    In reply to @LSpencerEdD
  • AshAusp Jan 31 @ 9:09 PM EST
    Hi Laura! I'm glad you like the topic! I don't know a lot about mindfulness myself, but I think it's fascinating! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @afshareddesign
  • LindseyOwn - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:09 PM EST
    OMG I can't wait to hear more about this!!! #dtk12chat #sxswedu
    In reply to @WickedDecent
  • scitechyEDU - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:09 PM EST
    woohoo congrats Laura #dtk12chat
    In reply to @LSpencerEdD, @WickedDecent
  • TheRealJamCam - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:09 PM EST
    Hi Lindsey!! How have you been? #dtk12chat
    In reply to @LindseyOwn, @AshAusp
  • LSpencerEdD Jan 31 @ 9:09 PM EST
    Trying to put groceries away at the same time… lol… #dtk12chat
    In reply to @quickmuse
  • AshAusp Jan 31 @ 9:09 PM EST
    Hey Erin!! Glad you're here! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @luckybydesign, @WHS_StudioD
  • WickedDecent - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:09 PM EST
    We have SOOOOOOOoooooo much to yap about and all the things! #dtk12chat #sxswedu #oversomanytacos
    In reply to @LindseyOwn
  • SueAtSea Jan 31 @ 9:09 PM EST
    I have done a few minutes of mindfulness here and there with Ss #dtk12chat
  • TheresaShadrix Jan 31 @ 9:10 PM EST
    Theresa from Alabama. Rushed home so I wouldn’t miss #dtk12chat tonight.
  • quickmuse Jan 31 @ 9:10 PM EST
    Hey, James! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @TheRealJamCam
  • AshAusp Jan 31 @ 9:10 PM EST
    Hi, friend! So glad you're here! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @LindseyOwn
  • scitechyEDU - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:10 PM EST
    you have an instant pot yet? #dtk12chat Made Beef Stroganoff in under 12 min (did ribs a few days ago 28 min)
    In reply to @LindseyOwn, @AshAusp
  • TheRealJamCam - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:10 PM EST
    Hello Mary, how is the little man? #dtk12chat
    In reply to @scitechyEDU, @AshAusp
  • TheRealJamCam - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:10 PM EST
    Hello Susan #dtk12chat
    In reply to @SueAtSea, @WickedDecent, @AshAusp, @danbharris, @10percent, @audreyoclair
  • WickedDecent - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:10 PM EST
    Make sure you connect with the maven of mindfulness, @MindWise_CK #dtk12chat
    In reply to @AshAusp, @afshareddesign, @MindWise_CK
  • scitechyEDU - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:10 PM EST
    Not me Thankful hubby cleans (I cook) #dtk12chat
    In reply to @quickmuse
  • quickmuse Jan 31 @ 9:10 PM EST
    Hey, Mr. #boomshakalaka! I like how "success" comes before innovation! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @WickedDecent
  • LindseyOwn - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A little over-stressed, but mostly good! Can't WAIT for SX and reconnecting with y'all! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @TheRealJamCam, @AshAusp
  • LindseyOwn - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:11 PM EST
    Hehe... not yet, but they're all the rage! My mom n I made Indian butter chicken when we were in Hou a few weeks ago. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @scitechyEDU, @AshAusp
  • quickmuse Jan 31 @ 9:11 PM EST
    Nice! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @scitechyEDU
  • AshAusp Jan 31 @ 9:12 PM EST
    I know I missed a few of you but THANKS everyone for being here! Q1 What do you think of when you think of “practicing mindfulness?” How might you define mindfulness? Do you have any experience with it? #dtk12chat
  • TheRealJamCam - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:12 PM EST
    Hello Laura, mixed up my replies #dtk12chat
    In reply to @afshareddesign
  • WickedDecent - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:12 PM EST
    I like how it's AND :) #dtk12chat
    In reply to @quickmuse
  • LindseyOwn - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:12 PM EST
    #SXTacoClub !!!! Megan says HI! btw. :-) She's sad school isn't letting her come again. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @WickedDecent
  • scitechyEDU - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:12 PM EST
    James I know I’m not supposed to say this but… he is perfect… I adore being a Housewife aka SAHM & picking up #designthinking jobs when I want too #dtk12chat how goes it with you?
    In reply to @TheRealJamCam, @AshAusp
  • AshAusp Jan 31 @ 9:13 PM EST
    Awesome!!! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @WickedDecent
  • TheRealJamCam - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:13 PM EST
    Hey Ken! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @quickmuse
  • quickmuse Jan 31 @ 9:13 PM EST
    Yes: And! #dtk12chat #goodoldand
    In reply to @WickedDecent
  • LSpencerEdD Jan 31 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A1: Wish I had more experience with it. Just makes me think of life balance, and not letting things get to me #dtk12chat
  • WickedDecent - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:13 PM EST
    I'm sad school isn't letting her come again #dtk12chat #sxtacoclub
    In reply to @LindseyOwn
  • scitechyEDU - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:13 PM EST
    Did you by chance update your twitter profile? I wonder if that is why I failed to connect to that (bc I remember that you did meet up) #dtk12chat
    In reply to @afshareddesign, @lndeutsch, @msjlura
  • teachlivelaugh Jan 31 @ 9:13 PM EST
    Michelle from NC. Middle school technology, engineering and design teacher. First time chatter. #dtk12chat
  • LSpencerEdD Jan 31 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A1: One of our schools hired a mindfulness expert to work w/K-6 students on developing their mindfulness #dtk12chat #progressive
  • AshAusp Jan 31 @ 9:14 PM EST
    Hey, Susan! Tell me more! What have you tried and how did it go? #dtk12chat
    In reply to @SueAtSea
  • luckybydesign Jan 31 @ 9:14 PM EST
    Technically, I think mindfulness means focusing on your body instead of your thoughts. Theoretically, I think mindfulness means being wisely aware. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @AshAusp
  • nober_techclass Jan 31 @ 9:15 PM EST
    Ron from NJ here teacher 3-8 grade. A1) mindfulness being aware of the interconnectedness of world around you. Began looking at Zen & meditation few yrs ago prior to teaching or DT but funny where life takes you. #dtk12chat
  • TheRealJamCam - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:15 PM EST
    It’s been a busy week but now I’m feeling good. Glad to hear he is well. So sounds a like we have to road trip to China @lndeutsch #dtk12chat
    In reply to @scitechyEDU, @AshAusp, @lndeutsch
  • SueAtSea Jan 31 @ 9:15 PM EST
    Some simple 1-3 min. breathing or listening exercises to get Ss focused at beg. of class. #dtk12chat
  • WickedDecent - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A1 When I think about #mindfulness I think about making a conscious decision to be deliberate in word & action, to be aware of one's surroundings in both body & spirit & then to use that to inform action & decision making #dtk12chat
    • AshAusp Jan 31 @ 9:12 PM EST
      I know I missed a few of you but THANKS everyone for being here! Q1 What do you think of when you think of “practicing mindfulness?” How might you define mindfulness? Do you have any experience with it? #dtk12chat
  • scitechyEDU - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A1 I am not sure I do know that I act with intentionality and try very hard to have a clear & open head space for my encounters & words I receive and use #dtk12chat
  • GHSTEAMchic Jan 31 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A1: Just had a mindfulness staff meeting today led by @1000petals; a way of finding where you are at that moment #dtk12chat
  • LindseyOwn - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A1) Mindfullness can be from meditation and breath awareness to metacognition and seeking to understand different perspectives. Hand-in-hand with DT for sure! (Also helps my nut 7-yr-old fall asleep faster.) #dtk12chat
  • ZeinaChalich Jan 31 @ 9:15 PM EST
    Zeina from Sydney - joining the chat on my lunch break ☺️ #dtk12chat
    In reply to @AshAusp, @WHS_StudioD
  • AshAusp Jan 31 @ 9:15 PM EST
    I agree on all counts #dtk12chat
    • LSpencerEdD Jan 31 @ 9:13 PM EST
      A1: Wish I had more experience with it. Just makes me think of life balance, and not letting things get to me #dtk12chat
  • AshAusp Jan 31 @ 9:16 PM EST
    Yes, "respond instead of react" #dtk12chat
    • WickedDecent - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:15 PM EST
      A1 When I think about #mindfulness I think about making a conscious decision to be deliberate in word & action, to be aware of one's surroundings in both body & spirit & then to use that to inform action & decision making #dtk12chat
      • AshAusp Jan 31 @ 9:12 PM EST
        I know I missed a few of you but THANKS everyone for being here! Q1 What do you think of when you think of “practicing mindfulness?” How might you define mindfulness? Do you have any experience with it? #dtk12chat
  • TheresaShadrix Jan 31 @ 9:16 PM EST
    A1: I think of being intentional in how I focus my thoughts. #dtk12chat
    • AshAusp Jan 31 @ 9:12 PM EST
      I know I missed a few of you but THANKS everyone for being here! Q1 What do you think of when you think of “practicing mindfulness?” How might you define mindfulness? Do you have any experience with it? #dtk12chat
  • LindseyOwn - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:16 PM EST
    I love this... simple and impactful. #dtk12chat
    • luckybydesign Jan 31 @ 9:14 PM EST
      Technically, I think mindfulness means focusing on your body instead of your thoughts. Theoretically, I think mindfulness means being wisely aware. #dtk12chat
      In reply to @AshAusp
  • scitechyEDU - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:16 PM EST
    I know… and I know that Ellen would hook us up I think the #dtk12chat crew should try to visit her
    In reply to @TheRealJamCam, @AshAusp, @lndeutsch
  • GHSTEAMchic Jan 31 @ 9:16 PM EST
    I think for kids its also about making them aware of their body - posture, breathing, reactions #dtk12chat
    In reply to @luckybydesign, @AshAusp
  • LSpencerEdD Jan 31 @ 9:16 PM EST
    Such an important aspect. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @TheresaShadrix
  • WickedDecent - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:16 PM EST
    hello my friend! #dtk12chat #igettosayIknowher
    In reply to @ZeinaChalich, @AshAusp, @WHS_StudioD
  • dylanfern Jan 31 @ 9:16 PM EST
    Excited To join my first #dtk12chat! Love the topic. A1 To me mindfulness is presence of being, Monotasking, noticing, observing and appreciating the beautiful human experience!
  • quickmuse Jan 31 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A1 I think it has something to with the thing called "shoshin" or "beginner's mind." #dtk12chat https://t.co/jhUL3aaBO9
  • AshAusp Jan 31 @ 9:17 PM EST
    Hi! Welcome to #dtk12chat Super glad you're here! Peeps are great about responding to this # all the time too so join us lots!
    In reply to @teachlivelaugh
  • TheRealJamCam - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A1 I think of being aware of your thoughts and acknowledging the thoughts as they come up. Also deciding to let to go or focus on them #dtk12chat
  • TheresaShadrix Jan 31 @ 9:17 PM EST
    What exactly does a mindfullness expert do for a school and Ss? #dtk12chat
    In reply to @LSpencerEdD
  • quickmuse Jan 31 @ 9:17 PM EST
    Ready to get a mind full of #dtk12chat? I think I am. I think, therefore I am? I dunno. Long day.
    In reply to @TheRealJamCam
  • quickmuse Jan 31 @ 9:18 PM EST
  • AshAusp Jan 31 @ 9:18 PM EST
    Interconnectedness rings true for me - recalls empathy #dtk12chat #mindfulness
    • nober_techclass Jan 31 @ 9:15 PM EST
      Ron from NJ here teacher 3-8 grade. A1) mindfulness being aware of the interconnectedness of world around you. Began looking at Zen & meditation few yrs ago prior to teaching or DT but funny where life takes you. #dtk12chat
  • TheresaShadrix Jan 31 @ 9:18 PM EST
    Welcome to the #dtk12chat tonight @dylanfern
    In reply to @dylanfern, @dylanfern
  • LSpencerEdD Jan 31 @ 9:19 PM EST
    Ss are learning how to better recognize and respond to emotions. They do a lot with music and movement to center themselves. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @TheresaShadrix
  • afshareddesign Jan 31 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A1: I’ve always felt a struggle to quiet my mind, but being outdoors in the evening seems to help more me center more than anything. I grew up w long Mojave desert sunsets. I miss them #dtk12chat
  • TheRealJamCam - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A1 I was pretty consistent for awhile in practicing yoga and mindfulness but unfortunately I stopped #dtk12chat
  • WickedDecent - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:19 PM EST
    Welcome Dylan! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @dylanfern
  • luckybydesign Jan 31 @ 9:19 PM EST
    YES. #dtk12chat
  • AshAusp Jan 31 @ 9:19 PM EST
    Really?! What did you think? #dtk12chat
    In reply to @GHSTEAMchic, @1000petals
  • LindseyOwn - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:19 PM EST
    This is approx how I try to explain it to my daughter... She has a LOT of trouble slowing the firehose of thoughts. Trying to start with just noticing thoughts and helping them drift away instead of following the rabbit down the hole... #dtk12chat
    In reply to @TheRealJamCam
  • GHSTEAMchic Jan 31 @ 9:19 PM EST
    huge benefits to connecting w/nature #dtk12chat
    In reply to @afshareddesign
  • AssignmentHelpN Jan 31 @ 9:20 PM EST
  • dylanfern Jan 31 @ 9:20 PM EST
    Thanks! Excited to be here! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @WickedDecent
  • quickmuse Jan 31 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A1 Lawrence had the right idea: "Not I, not I, but the wind that blows through me!" https://t.co/dEonrESw2y #dtk12chat
  • luckybydesign Jan 31 @ 9:21 PM EST
    Yes, exactly. By focusing on their bodies, they can calm their minds. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @GHSTEAMchic, @AshAusp
  • scitechyEDU - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:21 PM EST
    Wonderful! Thank you for joining the conversation What is Monotasking? btw love Montgomery #dtk12chat
    In reply to @dylanfern
  • GHSTEAMchic Jan 31 @ 9:21 PM EST
    it was awesome and not our first one. They came before school started for staff and we have 2 more scheduled. They gave great suggestions for how to use postures and stances w/curriculum @ & transitions #dtk12chat
    In reply to @AshAusp, @1000petals
  • AshAusp Jan 31 @ 9:21 PM EST
    The book I read compared the thoughts to a waterfall and you were trying to get behind the waterfall #dtk12chat
    In reply to @LindseyOwn, @TheRealJamCam
  • GHSTEAMchic Jan 31 @ 9:21 PM EST
    works for me too! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @luckybydesign, @AshAusp
  • TheRealJamCam - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:21 PM EST
    Lately I’m leaving in the rabbit hole on my commute. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @LindseyOwn
  • WickedDecent - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:21 PM EST
    that's interesting to me because I grew up in a relatively rural place and now feel most peaceful of mind when I visit and walk a city #nyczen #bostoncalm #austinchill #dtk12chat
    In reply to @afshareddesign
  • SueAtSea Jan 31 @ 9:22 PM EST
    I love this imagery! What if….I had just a video of a waterfall, like the ol’ yule log burning? #dtk12chat
    In reply to @AshAusp, @LindseyOwn, @TheRealJamCam
  • AshAusp Jan 31 @ 9:22 PM EST
    Q2 Mindfulness is often described as “physical exercise for the mind.” How do we build mental perseverance and grit in our classrooms? #dtk12chat
  • LindseyOwn - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:22 PM EST
    Ooh that's a nice metaphor! Not stop the waterfall, but just get behind it instead of right under it. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @AshAusp, @TheRealJamCam
  • WickedDecent - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:22 PM EST
    And we're excited to have ya! Love growing the #dtk12chat family!
    In reply to @dylanfern
  • LSpencerEdD Jan 31 @ 9:22 PM EST
    I had to stop listening to talk radio on my commute because the rabbit hole was getting pretty deep! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @TheRealJamCam, @LindseyOwn
  • scitechyEDU - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:22 PM EST
    Hey @AshAusp will you have a Q connecting #mindfullness to #designthinking for newbies & oldies ? Thanks #dtk12chat
  • GHSTEAMchic Jan 31 @ 9:22 PM EST
    I just feel more at peace, like I can breathe when I get a chance to get outside; I try to get my Ss out whenever I can for that same reason #dtk12chat
    In reply to @afshareddesign
  • TheresaShadrix Jan 31 @ 9:23 PM EST
    I’ve spent so kuch time just staring at the moon this week. Focusing on the beauty of it and allowing myself to be mindful of it. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @GHSTEAMchic, @afshareddesign
  • nober_techclass Jan 31 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A1) roshi (zen master) called it monkey mind. Like trying to calm a monkey running around. Focus ln breath. #dtk12chat
  • GHSTEAMchic Jan 31 @ 9:23 PM EST
    It's so hard, only so many minutes in the day. I was reminded today that anything is better than nothing. Even 1 breathing exercise is still something #dtk12chat
    In reply to @TheRealJamCam
  • LindseyOwn - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:24 PM EST
    Like you're overthinking stuff while alone in the car on the commute? #dtk12chat
    In reply to @TheRealJamCam
  • nober_techclass Jan 31 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A2) breathing practice is so essential. Help to focus on breath. #dtk12chat
  • AshAusp Jan 31 @ 9:24 PM EST
    I LOVE taking students outside - I need the air & they thrive too #dtk12chat
    • GHSTEAMchic Jan 31 @ 9:22 PM EST
      I just feel more at peace, like I can breathe when I get a chance to get outside; I try to get my Ss out whenever I can for that same reason #dtk12chat
      In reply to @afshareddesign
  • LSpencerEdD Jan 31 @ 9:24 PM EST
    My Apple Watch reminds me of that every hour. I always feel guilty when I hit “dismiss” instead of just breathing! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @GHSTEAMchic, @TheRealJamCam
  • TheRealJamCam - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:25 PM EST
    Yes or thinking about everything that needs to be done at once #dtk12chat
    In reply to @LindseyOwn
  • GHSTEAMchic Jan 31 @ 9:25 PM EST
    so many good speeches in my head while I drive #dtk12chat
    In reply to @LindseyOwn, @TheRealJamCam
  • scitechyEDU - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:25 PM EST
    Interesting… i wonder abt that with Males vs Females when it comes to multi & mono (mainly from experience pov as my hubs is a Monotasker & I am the complete opposite) #dtk12chat
    In reply to @dylanfern
  • WickedDecent - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:25 PM EST
    I think it probably speaks to my multi-layered self -- meeting a lot of different sets of needs inside o' one lil' ol' me #highmaintenance #dtk12chat
    In reply to @afshareddesign
  • ZeinaChalich Jan 31 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A1 I have a lot of experience in failing at practising mindfulness because I didn’t truly define what that meant & felt for me. I spent time disconnecting from ‘life clutter & noise’ to figure out my true presence - it is and will be a work in progress ☺️💆🏻‍♀️ #dtk12chat
  • AshAusp Jan 31 @ 9:26 PM EST
    I had a problem with that this morning. I called @lvcoulter & rattled off all the things I had to do and when they were due and when I was done she handed me a prioritized list. I did them in that order and got so much more done! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @TheRealJamCam, @LindseyOwn, @lvcoulter
  • nober_techclass Jan 31 @ 9:26 PM EST
    Sorry to chat & run, but have new puppy duties calling. #dtk12chat
  • LSpencerEdD Jan 31 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A2: I think that’s the power of DT. Multiple iterations, redefining, accepting feedback & going back to drawing board. Takes grit to not quit the idea! #dtk12chat
  • TheRealJamCam - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:27 PM EST
    A2 by not being the wise sage with all the answers. Giving meaning work that creates struggle and challenge student norms and classroom norms #dtk12chat
  • lndeutsch - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:27 PM EST
    Big Yes and to that! #dtk12chat
    • scitechyEDU - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:16 PM EST
      I know… and I know that Ellen would hook us up I think the #dtk12chat crew should try to visit her
      In reply to @TheRealJamCam, @AshAusp, @lndeutsch
  • TheresaShadrix Jan 31 @ 9:27 PM EST
    A2: We have to allow time to reflect and give them a reason to be set their minds to a task. We must be mindful of their learning needs and set clear goals. #dtk12chat
    • AshAusp Jan 31 @ 9:22 PM EST
      Q2 Mindfulness is often described as “physical exercise for the mind.” How do we build mental perseverance and grit in our classrooms? #dtk12chat
  • GHSTEAMchic Jan 31 @ 9:27 PM EST
    interesting obs - same at my house #dtk12chat
    In reply to @scitechyEDU, @dylanfern
  • SueAtSea Jan 31 @ 9:27 PM EST
    Ditto here #dtk12chat
    In reply to @scitechyEDU, @dylanfern
  • scitechyEDU - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:27 PM EST
    A2 again being intentional, pausing the space around you and your students… being methodical to the point of slow motion, & not filling up the space Be ok with empty & quiet tongues #dtk12chat
  • AshAusp Jan 31 @ 9:28 PM EST
    Yes! And I think so much of what we do in design thinking is also a work in progress - great connection! Always growing, reflecting, revising, improving #dtk12chat
    In reply to @ZeinaChalich
  • TheRealJamCam - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:28 PM EST
    I understand that feeling. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @LSpencerEdD, @GHSTEAMchic
  • luckybydesign Jan 31 @ 9:28 PM EST
    A2. We provide Ss with learning tasks that require creativity, problem solving, decision-making, ambiguity, and collaboration. We support them as they struggle through. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @AshAusp
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  • GHSTEAMchic Jan 31 @ 9:28 PM EST
    that is interesting! Makes me wonder... #dtk12chat
    In reply to @WickedDecent, @afshareddesign
  • LindseyOwn - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:28 PM EST
    :-O !!! I need an @lvcoulter !! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @AshAusp, @TheRealJamCam, @lvcoulter, @lvcoulter
  • AshAusp Jan 31 @ 9:28 PM EST
    Clear goals and time to reflect - I agree! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @TheresaShadrix
  • TheRealJamCam - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:29 PM EST
    Have a great evening #dtk12chat
    In reply to @nober_techclass
  • WickedDecent - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:29 PM EST
    I have to bail out early #dtk12chat; 7 a.m. rotary breakfast presentation AND got a whole load of data to compile for our center for another meeting too
  • LSpencerEdD Jan 31 @ 9:29 PM EST
    Ambiguity is a critical component. It is hard for Ss used to be told how, what, when, and where. But it’s so important #dtk12chat
    In reply to @luckybydesign, @AshAusp
  • lndeutsch - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:30 PM EST
    Sorry to be missing tonight’s chat. It’s been a few weeks since I’ve been on board and I miss the amazing folks in here. Unfortunately I’m having flu relapse and am completely worn out. I’ll be back soon! #dtk12chat
  • AshAusp Jan 31 @ 9:30 PM EST
    I'm so glad you said this about problem-solving! I'm coming back to this for the next Q #dtk12chat
    • luckybydesign Jan 31 @ 9:28 PM EST
      A2. We provide Ss with learning tasks that require creativity, problem solving, decision-making, ambiguity, and collaboration. We support them as they struggle through. #dtk12chat
      In reply to @AshAusp
  • scitechyEDU - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:30 PM EST
    oh so wonderful what’s the pups name? what kind? Ronald love that you are a dog fellow! (cats are fine too yet dogs are just something else) #dtk12chat
    In reply to @TheRealJamCam, @nober_techclass
  • ZeinaChalich Jan 31 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A2 By modelling persistence and grit, using language & behaviours we can show our Ss how it is done, more actions & conversations about how they’re feeling related to the facts and less glossy posters with growth mindset quotes #dtk12chat
  • TheRealJamCam - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:30 PM EST
    Does she have an open hotline? #dtk12chat
    In reply to @AshAusp, @LindseyOwn, @lvcoulter
  • dylanfern Jan 31 @ 9:31 PM EST
    A2) one resource I love is @InnSaeiFilm there are some incredible examples of mindful classrooms where kids can articulate their thinking. I’m also a huge fan of yoga in schools! #dtk12chat 🧘🏻‍♀️
  • scitechyEDU - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:31 PM EST
    feel better…be well Love that you shared your awesome news with everyone today… #official #dtk12chat
    In reply to @lndeutsch
  • afshareddesign Jan 31 @ 9:31 PM EST
    A2: Making space for Ss to share what they love that brings them calm & focus. Might look very different from person to person & that can encourage beginners in mindfulness #dtk12chat
  • LindseyOwn - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:31 PM EST
    A2) Such a good Q... I've seen a bunch of stuff lately on grit and race in the classroom... How can we balance grit with encouragement, esp for kids who might need the encouraging more? #dtk12chat
  • TheresaShadrix Jan 31 @ 9:31 PM EST
    @mrnavas spoke to my Ss today about #designthinking and they loved that he was positive about struggles and not giving up. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @luckybydesign, @AshAusp, @mrnavas
  • WickedDecent - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:32 PM EST
    It is when it's all about how my students are using our space! Check the #SICMBC hashtag #dtk12chat
    In reply to @LSpencerEdD
  • TheRealJamCam - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:32 PM EST
    I’m not the only who does that. They are always perfect #dtk12chat
    In reply to @GHSTEAMchic, @LindseyOwn
  • SueAtSea Jan 31 @ 9:32 PM EST
    This would be a lovely attendance Q. Today, mine was something that annoys you! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @afshareddesign
  • lndeutsch - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:32 PM EST
    Thanks @scitechyEDU I deeply appreciate your support! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @scitechyEDU, @scitechyEDU
  • quickmuse Jan 31 @ 9:32 PM EST
    A2 Reading! Fiction exercises the imagination and stretches out one's empathy muscles. #dtk12chat Especially literary fiction (whatever that means!) https://t.co/HKEYqC7ys0.
  • ZeinaChalich Jan 31 @ 9:33 PM EST
    I love the ambiguity and discomfort of #designthinking I say discomfort in a good way personally, bc I like the unknown but spontaneity to others bc it scares them ☺️ #dtk12chat it’s best to accept that we are truly never done or finished in life and learning
    In reply to @AshAusp
  • mrnavas Jan 31 @ 9:33 PM EST
    Show them to find their passions! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @TheresaShadrix, @luckybydesign, @AshAusp
  • GHSTEAMchic Jan 31 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A2: Start w/small challenges, open- ended, time to reflect, share & learn from others. grow to more complex problems w/layers of considerations or constraints #dtk12chat
  • AshAusp Jan 31 @ 9:33 PM EST
    LOL! Valid question #dtk12chat
    In reply to @SueAtSea, @afshareddesign
  • GHSTEAMchic Jan 31 @ 9:34 PM EST
    always - and always well received #dtk12chat
    In reply to @TheRealJamCam, @LindseyOwn
  • LindseyOwn - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:34 PM EST
    OMG we need to talk data!!! I want to start more concretely evaluating the impact of our makerspace on our kids. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @WickedDecent
  • scitechyEDU - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:35 PM EST
    what is passion in the phrase “find your passion” #dtk12chat
    In reply to @mrnavas, @TheresaShadrix, @luckybydesign, @AshAusp
  • GHSTEAMchic Jan 31 @ 9:35 PM EST
    classroom norms key; a culture where risk is welcome & expected and group is there to support #dtk12chat
    In reply to @TheRealJamCam
  • AshAusp Jan 31 @ 9:35 PM EST
    So we've mentioned discomfort and bias toward action problem-solving as major parts of design thinking. Q3 Is there such a thing as too much problem-solving? What does that look like, feel like? Is there a role for quiet contemplation in design? #dtk12chat
  • ZeinaChalich Jan 31 @ 9:35 PM EST
    I like for Ss to hear and see from others in their similar situation or context and realise there are diverse ways to ‘success’ #dtk12chat
    In reply to @LindseyOwn, @AshAusp
  • TheresaShadrix Jan 31 @ 9:36 PM EST
    When @Heath_M_Harmon @holley0104 @cadesomers @KhristieG and I visited @pastfoundation last year, Jim Bruner challenged me to be more intentional in reflecting. Stuck with me. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @AshAusp, @Heath_M_Harmon, @holley0104, @cadesomers, @KhristieG, @pastfoundation
  • luckybydesign Jan 31 @ 9:37 PM EST
    I might share this article with my students! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @quickmuse
  • quickmuse Jan 31 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A3 A VERY good question. Turns out, everything isn't a problem to be solved. A person who is always and only on the hut for a solution is doing something--maybe a few things--wrong. #dtk12chat
  • scitechyEDU - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A3 yes, I Blieve more times than not we R & push R students 2b Solution Driven (its in our nature) Beginners Mindset is a huge approach 2utilize during #designthinking challenge yet due 2 time, nature, urgency & results driven performance/data collection we cut corners #dtk12chat
  • GHSTEAMchic Jan 31 @ 9:39 PM EST
    Love this: It's ok to not always fill up the space. Sometimes we are so quick to start the next thing or fill the pause #dtk12chat & I just wrote about that: https://t.co/lbNe2BAwIt
    • scitechyEDU - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:27 PM EST
      A2 again being intentional, pausing the space around you and your students… being methodical to the point of slow motion, & not filling up the space Be ok with empty & quiet tongues #dtk12chat
  • quickmuse Jan 31 @ 9:39 PM EST
    Cool. #dtk12chat Pay attention and see if it changes their reading habits--or human decency...
    In reply to @luckybydesign
  • TheresaShadrix Jan 31 @ 9:40 PM EST
    To me, it is having enthusiasm for a particular challenge, goal, or activity. It is what Ss set their minds to accomplish. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @scitechyEDU, @mrnavas, @luckybydesign, @AshAusp
  • ZeinaChalich Jan 31 @ 9:40 PM EST
    A3 Prob solving is truly effective when Ss have the skill/tools & mindset to attempt & overcome the problems or even accept that they can’t solve them right now. We need to give Ss time to sit with probs deeply & solutions lightly - more time for prototyping/feedback #dtk12chat
  • AshAusp Jan 31 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A3 I know some of my best ideas come after I've taken my mind off of "it," whatever it is... I look away and then find the connection I need somewhere unexpected #dtk12chat
  • TheRealJamCam - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A3 I think the nature of problem-solving can lead to occasional frustration, so maybe that could be considered too much problem solving. It requires allowing time to step away and center yourself. The process allows for reflection and a pause to just BE.#dtk12chat
  • SueAtSea Jan 31 @ 9:41 PM EST
    I find myself sometimes saying, just because I take a breath, doesn’t mean everyone should start talking! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @GHSTEAMchic
  • LSpencerEdD Jan 31 @ 9:42 PM EST
    Love this! People are so used to filling the space. #dtk12chat
    • SueAtSea Jan 31 @ 9:41 PM EST
      I find myself sometimes saying, just because I take a breath, doesn’t mean everyone should start talking! #dtk12chat
      In reply to @GHSTEAMchic
  • TheRealJamCam - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:42 PM EST
    I love the giving students time, so often life is just rushed. Creating that space is very necessary. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @ZeinaChalich
  • AshAusp Jan 31 @ 9:42 PM EST
    Lots of #dtk12chat answers about taking time, to breath, to reflect, to take some unfilled space! I know I need this in my day, and I worry students don't get enough
  • scitechyEDU - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:42 PM EST
    I agree… I wonder about the frame of using the term “passion” in K12 spaces (I use this term yet the tweet is making me reflect on it) as an adult I feel pressure of finding my passion… I wonder what a kid feels like? #dtk12chat
    In reply to @TheresaShadrix, @mrnavas, @luckybydesign, @AshAusp
  • luckybydesign Jan 31 @ 9:42 PM EST
    A3. To be able to solve a problem from a truly human-centred place, you need to be in a constant cycle of discovery-reflection. I love the addition of Notice and Reflect to the design phases in the Liberatory Design work. https://t.co/paYbJtWmTs #dtk12chat
    In reply to @AshAusp
  • dylanfern Jan 31 @ 9:42 PM EST
    A3 you read my mind! There is an incredible framework by @ElaBenUr that helps kids go through the problem solving process. It’s called Innovator’s Compass. #dtk12chat https://t.co/XqWWkqi7a2
  • GHSTEAMchic Jan 31 @ 9:42 PM EST
    Oh Yeah! - feel like I said that recently too #dtk12chat
    In reply to @SueAtSea
  • luckybydesign Jan 31 @ 9:43 PM EST
    In the creative process, this is called incubation. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @AshAusp
  • GHSTEAMchic Jan 31 @ 9:44 PM EST
    For sure, I've tried to pause class and model my thinking, how I recognize when things aren't going well and what we/I can do to try to make things go better #dtk12chat
    In reply to @ZeinaChalich
  • LindseyOwn - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:45 PM EST
    I've been trying to front-load potentially stressful problem-solving activities w group talk about how we deal w stress and how kids can support friends who are stressed. Anecdotal evidence points to less panic-crying on last building day for recent 1st gr project! :-) #dtk12chat
  • TheRealJamCam - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:45 PM EST
    Hey Dylan so glad to have you here. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @dylanfern
  • AshAusp Jan 31 @ 9:45 PM EST
    Q4 In mindfulness practice, if your mind wanders, you should “forgive yourself and gently bring it back.” Is there a parallel to this in design thinking? What can a concept of “forgiving yourself and moving on” do for students? #dtk12chat
  • AshAusp Jan 31 @ 9:45 PM EST
    You just read my Q4 mind! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @LindseyOwn
  • scitechyEDU - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:45 PM EST
    Most of the solutions to breaking the creative rut in this Steal Like an Artist is to take a walk :) I think the guy who used to run your studio gave this book to me #dtk12chat
    In reply to @AshAusp
  • dylanfern Jan 31 @ 9:46 PM EST
    Thanks so much awesome to chat on a fave subject w great educators! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @TheRealJamCam
  • SueAtSea Jan 31 @ 9:46 PM EST
    It's time for ZZZs for me… nice to meet some new people and chat for a bit! Thank you @AshAusp #dtk12chat
  • AshAusp Jan 31 @ 9:46 PM EST
    I love that book!! #dtk12chat @austinkleon
    In reply to @scitechyEDU, @austinkleon
  • LindseyOwn - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:46 PM EST
    WHen we talk about "passion," esp w kids, I think we make it sound like you have *one* passion in your life that you must identify! I think we should emphasize that these change and aren't in stone... What's your passion for now? #dtk12chat
    In reply to @scitechyEDU, @TheresaShadrix, @mrnavas, @luckybydesign, @AshAusp
  • AshAusp Jan 31 @ 9:47 PM EST
    Love love love this!! This is very "mindful" as I understand it! Appreciating impermanence and not getting too attached #dtk12chat
    • LindseyOwn - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:46 PM EST
      WHen we talk about "passion," esp w kids, I think we make it sound like you have *one* passion in your life that you must identify! I think we should emphasize that these change and aren't in stone... What's your passion for now? #dtk12chat
      In reply to @scitechyEDU, @TheresaShadrix, @mrnavas, @luckybydesign, @AshAusp
  • dylanfern Jan 31 @ 9:48 PM EST
    This is great! I think that our environment and the way we transition from one activity to the next really impacts our anxiety. #dtk12chat
    • LindseyOwn - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:45 PM EST
      I've been trying to front-load potentially stressful problem-solving activities w group talk about how we deal w stress and how kids can support friends who are stressed. Anecdotal evidence points to less panic-crying on last building day for recent 1st gr project! :-) #dtk12chat
  • AshAusp Jan 31 @ 9:48 PM EST
    Welcome, Dylan! Thanks for making some new friends tonight #dtk12chat
    In reply to @dylanfern, @TheRealJamCam
  • luckybydesign Jan 31 @ 9:48 PM EST
    Or “what are you passionate about?” #dtk12chat
    In reply to @LindseyOwn, @scitechyEDU, @TheresaShadrix, @mrnavas, @AshAusp
  • GHSTEAMchic Jan 31 @ 9:49 PM EST
    A3: Too much prob. solving only when rushing from 1 solution to next w/o thought, data or feedback; Quiet contemplation comes from interpreting failures & feedback to inform next iteration #dtk12chat
  • AshAusp Jan 31 @ 9:49 PM EST
    Thanks for sharing your ideas! Goodnight #dtk12chat
    In reply to @SueAtSea
  • TheresaShadrix Jan 31 @ 9:49 PM EST
    I agree. Using words like goals or dreams probably more effective. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @scitechyEDU, @mrnavas, @luckybydesign, @AshAusp
  • TheRealJamCam - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:49 PM EST
    A4 I think it comes in the feedback phase when you realize you misunderstood or misinterpreted an insight during empathy phase. Instead of defending your initial prototype, you make necessary changes (my 2 cents) #dtk12chat
  • LindseyOwn - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:50 PM EST
    I think a lot of "mindful" is also just bringing to forefront the ideas and thoughts that you want to have at forefront... Kids know how to support friends, how to not run with scissors, but bringing it to the forefront always helps them do those things *better*. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @AshAusp
  • TheRealJamCam - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:50 PM EST
    Take care Susan #dtk12chat
    In reply to @SueAtSea, @AshAusp
  • dylanfern Jan 31 @ 9:50 PM EST
    A4 I think there’s a parallel in making mistakes, learning from them, move on. You can’t dwell on mistakes and I think that plays out in meditation and in life. #dtk12chat
  • GHSTEAMchic Jan 31 @ 9:50 PM EST
    I tell my Ss this story: My daughter was trying to remember a name a book she wanted to find right before bed but w/o success. Woke her up the next morning and 1st words out of her mouth was the book title! Brains are amazing! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @AshAusp
  • luckybydesign Jan 31 @ 9:50 PM EST
    A4. I wonder if this is what prototyping can do for kids - by trying something, we learn that nothing is permanent and everything can be iterated. We try and we move on. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @AshAusp
  • scitechyEDU - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:51 PM EST
    A4 yes, and How many classrooms have time & space & patience 4 & value in daydreaming? Im a sit N get learner LOVE lecture yet I doodle the whole time. In my experience I was told I was not paying attention. Mindfulness & Growth Mindset both needed now more than ever #dtk12chat
  • afshareddesign Jan 31 @ 9:51 PM EST
    A4: Ultimately, moving on w confidence or redirecting from imperfect 1st efforts can encourage a bias toward action for Ss #dtk12chat
  • AshAusp Jan 31 @ 9:52 PM EST
    I'd like to use mindfulness and yoga to help some of my kids calm down and not see every stimulus as a threat or a crisis. I think they need to be taught emotions and self-awareness as much as any other subject #dtk12chat But how do you fit it in?
  • TheresaShadrix Jan 31 @ 9:52 PM EST
    Yes cause even my interests change all the time. Being passionate about Ss, human dignity, etc never change. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @luckybydesign, @LindseyOwn, @scitechyEDU, @mrnavas, @AshAusp
  • luckybydesign Jan 31 @ 9:53 PM EST
    Exactly, and there can be more than one answer to that question. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @TheresaShadrix, @LindseyOwn, @scitechyEDU, @mrnavas, @AshAusp
  • scitechyEDU - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:53 PM EST
    I wonder if it needs a Reframe Passion is so heavy, serious, lasting… Again, I wonder its implications for a kid 3rd grade 9th grade…. even a freshman in college #dtk12chat
    In reply to @luckybydesign, @LindseyOwn, @TheresaShadrix, @mrnavas, @AshAusp
  • TheresaShadrix Jan 31 @ 9:54 PM EST
    This is the “Take a deep breath and relax” focus that we all need at times. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @AshAusp
  • scitechyEDU - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:54 PM EST
    Good night Susan thanks for joining the convo #dtk12chat
    In reply to @SueAtSea, @AshAusp
  • GHSTEAMchic Jan 31 @ 9:54 PM EST
    Yes! I've seen this and re-looked at tools multiple times. Just haven't found the right occasion w/class to use it yet. Have you tried it @dylanfern? #dtk12chat
    In reply to @dylanfern, @ElaBenUr, @dylanfern
  • dylanfern Jan 31 @ 9:55 PM EST
    I think its most effective in little micro-sessions. 1 minute is a long time for kiddos and there are several yoga poses that fit into 5 minutes. Most beneficial throughout the day and can help with transition #dtk12chat
    • AshAusp Jan 31 @ 9:52 PM EST
      I'd like to use mindfulness and yoga to help some of my kids calm down and not see every stimulus as a threat or a crisis. I think they need to be taught emotions and self-awareness as much as any other subject #dtk12chat But how do you fit it in?
  • ZeinaChalich Jan 31 @ 9:57 PM EST
    Absolutely and time to come back and change the direction of their solution (like we do in the real world) too often we move on to the next problem without purposeful iterations #dtk12chat
    In reply to @TheRealJamCam
  • AshAusp Jan 31 @ 9:57 PM EST
    Please, now and later, share ideas and questions about how or why to incorporate specific mindfulness practice into the classroom! I'd love to continue collaborating on this! #dtk12chat
  • LindseyOwn - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:57 PM EST
    Exactly. One minute at a time, small routines. I used to worry that re-setting at the beginning of every class's makerspace visit would reduce actual making time by too much. But they get so much more done, more successfully, when we take the time at the beginning! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @dylanfern
  • TheresaShadrix Jan 31 @ 9:58 PM EST
    We do need to reflect a bit about it. I mean, I was a licensed social worker, then a journalist, and became a teacher at 40. How could I dare define passion when mine changes? 😂 #dtk12chat
    In reply to @scitechyEDU, @luckybydesign, @LindseyOwn, @mrnavas, @AshAusp
  • GHSTEAMchic Jan 31 @ 9:58 PM EST
    A4: Agree w/@luckybydesign & benefits of multiple iterations and protypes; I see kids getting better & better @ letting go of 1st idea and trying something new; learn from failure #dtk12chat
  • scitechyEDU - Moderator Jan 31 @ 9:58 PM EST
    ThankU @AshAusp 4 leading a gr8 convo around Mindfulness & #designthinking (which has great depth & layers we can connect to many areas of learning, living, & Creating though Empathy). Remember #dtk12chat is one 24/7 Share, connect, ask Qs, & learn https://t.co/KtgbBTwmm2
  • afshareddesign Jan 31 @ 9:59 PM EST
    Thank you @AshAusp great discussion! #dtk12chat
  • quickmuse Jan 31 @ 9:59 PM EST
    "My belief that cows have fields but that passions in motion are the privilege of the human mind has long been held against me." --George Steiner #dtk12chat
    In reply to @TheresaShadrix, @scitechyEDU, @luckybydesign, @LindseyOwn, @mrnavas, @AshAusp