#MOedchat Archive

The water cooler for Missouri educators! Learn and laugh with us!
Thursday May 11, 2017
10:00 PM EDT
  • participatechat May 11 @ 10:00 PM EDT
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  • MOedchat May 11 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    Welcome to #MOedchat! Please introduce yourself, share your role in ed & where in the world you’re tweeting from tonight!
  • MrsMurat May 11 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    The changing role of substitute Ts: https://t.co/BM9VawfOiu #MOedchat
  • PeytonWydickRU May 11 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    Peyton from KC,MO, preservice elementary teacher. Happy to be back after a break for a few weeks! #moedchat
    • MOedchat May 11 @ 10:00 PM EDT
      Welcome to #MOedchat! Please introduce yourself, share your role in ed & where in the world you’re tweeting from tonight!
  • MOedchat May 11 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    The #MOedchat modteam: @TedHiff, @debbiefuco, @mnebel, @shspjones, and @lauragilchrist4 @awall777 @wmchamberlain @posickj & @di_chamberlain
  • JoveStickel May 11 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    Jove MS Principal from central MO glad to be here #moedchat
  • jalfonsoKCPS May 11 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    Javier Alfonso, Dir of Instructional Tech, Kansas City Public Schools #MOedchat
  • michelelkelly May 11 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    Michele, 4th grade from St. Charles, MO! #moedchat
  • scjohnson2728 May 11 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    Shannon. Just finished student teaching in 4th grade and graduating Sunday from UMSL. Tweeting from STL! #MOedchat
  • edjawz May 11 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    Hi I'm Jason. ITS for #RayPec. Joining in the convo 4 a bit. #MOedchat
  • WinkelerD May 11 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    Dan, business teacher from St. Louis. #Moedchat
  • michelelkelly May 11 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    Hey girl!!! #moedchat
    In reply to @scjohnson2728
  • nathan_stevens May 11 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    Nathan and yep #MOedchat
  • NSchwartzTech May 11 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    Nikki, media specialist, Columbia #MOedchat
  • awall777 May 11 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    Congratulations! #moedchat
    In reply to @scjohnson2728
  • MOedchat May 11 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    Questions coming up #MOedchat
  • edjawz May 11 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    You guys are getting my soon to be HS grad son in a couple months there in STC. 👀 out Lindenwood. ;) #moedchat
    In reply to @michelelkelly
  • awall777 May 11 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    Andy from St. Charles, Innovation Teacher #moedchat
  • MsLaurenMertz May 11 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    Lauren, K-4 rdg T, joining from St. Peters. Cuteness overload tonight at kdg graduation. #moedchat
  • JenniferServiss May 11 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    Jen NJ happy to be here at #moedchat
  • MOedchat May 11 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    Q1-As many as 5 million jobs in the USA do not require college but do require skills Why are so many schools ignoring this? #moedchat
  • massignmenthelp May 11 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    #ditchbook #moedchat Top 5 Concerns Students Have While Writing Assignments https://t.co/QNgbrlLwjX
  • awall777 May 11 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    Thank you for joining us tonight! #moedchat
    In reply to @JenniferServiss
  • TedHiff - Moderator May 11 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    Good evening everyone! Ted, Middle School Principal Ready for #moedchat
  • awall777 May 11 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    A1 High-stakes testing? #moedchat
  • nathan_stevens May 11 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    A1 really the skill we are teaching is heavy & dark which is only needed at the cosmetic counter #moedchat
    In reply to @MOedchat
  • michelelkelly May 11 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    A1: Too much emphasis on how schools and districts are accredited maybe? #moedchat
  • JoveStickel May 11 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    A1 I'm not sure if it is that we are ignoring it or that technology and the funding it takes to stay current moves FASTER today #moedchat
  • awall777 May 11 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    Aw, shucks, thanks! Its easy to do when you have the support to do it #suckup #moedchat
    In reply to @edjawz
  • shspjones - Moderator May 11 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    A1 not just testing I think because happened before then clg is how Ts train so we only know that #MOedchat
  • NSchwartzTech May 11 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    A1 Testing, required courses #moedchat
  • nathan_stevens May 11 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    A1 teachers are masters of content and struggle with the merging of Authentic skills to help toward these jobs #moedchat
    In reply to @MOedchat
  • wmchamberlain May 11 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    A1) What makes you think schools are ignoring teaching these skills? (BTW what skills?) #moedchat
  • WinkelerD May 11 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    A1: Not sure we are ignoring it or that the funding isn't quite there. #moedchat
  • awall777 May 11 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    A1b perhaps society views college as the only "goal"? #moedchat
  • thegoodjourney May 11 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    A1: Fear of low test scores causes us to lose balance, sure doesn't have to be this way! Must teach the WHOLE child! #moedchat
    • MOedchat May 11 @ 10:05 PM EDT
      Q1-As many as 5 million jobs in the USA do not require college but do require skills Why are so many schools ignoring this? #moedchat
  • JoveStickel May 11 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    A1b often time we are less proactive and more reactive in ed. Need to look farther into the future #moedchat
  • nathan_stevens May 11 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    A1 honestly every student should learn how to solder. Whether it is jewelry or circuits cover a lot of area #moedchat
    In reply to @MOedchat
  • awall777 May 11 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    Classic Chamberlain :) #moedchat
    In reply to @wmchamberlain
  • di_chamberlain May 11 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    Hi everyone! Dianna- MS math from SW MO. Sorry, I'm a little late trying to get an #EdcampMagic email sent out! #moedchat
  • scjohnson2728 May 11 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    A1: I think schools feel pressured to teach for the test/scores. #MOedchat
  • NSchwartzTech May 11 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    I wonder if it has to do also with the amt of careers out there and how many ppl can be hired in HS to teach skills #MOedchat
    In reply to @awall777
  • shspjones - Moderator May 11 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    A1 funding for non college was cut as we raced to the top leaving so many behind :=) #MOedchat
  • TedHiff - Moderator May 11 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    A1. Sometimes I feel we are guilty of focusing on the College par of the College and Career Readiness movement. #moedchat
  • eileen_depka May 11 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    Just checking in from Az. Author, educator, and consultant.#moedchat
    In reply to @MOedchat
  • JenniferServiss May 11 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    A1: jobs in the future are not created yet...#moedchat
  • awall777 May 11 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    I'm curious how many schools have shop? I'm elementary, so I really don't know, but I here people (Mike Rowe) talk about it #moedchat
    In reply to @WinkelerD
  • MindySouth May 11 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    I'm late!! Hey all! Mindy Ed Tech from Farmington #moedchat
  • nathan_stevens May 11 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    A1 and I know that everyone blames testing but application of material allows for test scores and reall life learning #MOedchat
    In reply to @MOedchat
  • awall777 May 11 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    Our goal is to create productive members of society #moedchat
    In reply to @thegoodjourney
  • shspjones - Moderator May 11 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    we work towards testing all year and too many classes are geared to college requirements fewer electives #moedchat
    In reply to @wmchamberlain
  • wmchamberlain May 11 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    Maybe schools are teaching whatever skills we are referring to, but we are in a tech bubble and don't notice. #moedchat
  • TedHiff - Moderator May 11 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    @awall777 We still have Industrial Technology classes. We also have Tech Info Literacy and STEM. #moedchat
    • awall777 May 11 @ 10:09 PM EDT
      I'm curious how many schools have shop? I'm elementary, so I really don't know, but I here people (Mike Rowe) talk about it #moedchat
      In reply to @WinkelerD
  • WinkelerD May 11 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    There are quite a few actually. I know that our district offers it and they keep adding to it. #moedchat
    In reply to @awall777
  • awall777 May 11 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    Quite a skill to have and somewhat of an art form #moedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @MOedchat
  • shspjones - Moderator May 11 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    A1 and the millions of unfilled jobs :) #MOedchat
  • eileen_depka May 11 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    A1More schools are focusing on dispositions, attitudes, perseverance, collaboration and communication which will help in all areas.#moedchat
  • JASMITHSR May 11 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    Technical education looks different now. #MOedchat
    • MOedchat May 11 @ 10:05 PM EDT
      Q1-As many as 5 million jobs in the USA do not require college but do require skills Why are so many schools ignoring this? #moedchat
  • GambillJulie May 11 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    A1: Practical skills are trumped by lengthy reading/math instruction. Science has been on the backburner. Hands on is second. #moedchat
  • nathan_stevens May 11 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    This is an example of a skill. Could be a lot of things. Like how to tell the difference between copper and steel metal #moedchat
    In reply to @awall777, @MOedchat
  • wmchamberlain May 11 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    I think that is the perception, but is that the reality? It isn't in my district. (We may be advanced though ;) #moedchat
    In reply to @shspjones
  • awall777 May 11 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    That may be, good point! #moedchat
    In reply to @ealove21, @WinkelerD
  • MindySouth May 11 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    A1 - Many factors at play - cultural "norms", college student market, high stakes testing #moedchat
  • MrSchulze May 11 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    A1 - Changes in curriculum take time...could be out of date when finished. #MOedchat
  • JenniferServiss May 11 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    A1: i want 3 thinhs for my kids #1 independence #2 productive members of society and #3 to be happy #moedchat
  • LauraGilchrist4 - Moderator May 11 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    🌟👋 #moedchat! Just had a most wonderful conversation w/ @kindersmorgie->https://t.co/7ZI3Qwfcrz #leadupchat #happyclassrooms @TopDogTeaching
  • wmchamberlain May 11 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    Maybe part of the problem with perception/reality is that non-college prep classes don't have lots of representation online? #moedchat
  • shspjones - Moderator May 11 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    I think it is for so many still #moedchat
    In reply to @wmchamberlain
  • awall777 May 11 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    I was never taught how to solder and I really am not very good at it, I make a mess of it even though I "know" what I am doing #moedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @MOedchat
  • nathan_stevens May 11 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    And yes I am known for blowing about testing but we have to live where we are #moedchat
    • nathan_stevens May 11 @ 10:09 PM EDT
      A1 and I know that everyone blames testing but application of material allows for test scores and reall life learning #MOedchat
      In reply to @MOedchat
  • TedHiff - Moderator May 11 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    A1. In the Metro St.Louis area we have vocational schools that HS students can attend for part of their day (11th and 12th grade). #moedchat
  • wmchamberlain May 11 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    Also, are the students asking for non-college prep classes? #moedchat
  • di_chamberlain May 11 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    None of which help test scores- we say these things are important, but then put so much emphasis on scores. It's sad. #moedchat
    In reply to @eileen_depka
  • shspjones - Moderator May 11 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    and forget social studies :( #moedchat
    In reply to @GambillJulie
  • MOedchat May 11 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    Q2- Thoughts? #moedchat
  • awall777 May 11 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    But how many tests cover the skills we are discussing? MAP certainly does not cover these #moedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @MOedchat
  • nathan_stevens May 11 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    That is a great example. If you can write about what you have learn, then you understand it #MOedchat
    In reply to @GambillJulie, @MOedchat
  • LauraGilchrist4 - Moderator May 11 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    What district(s)?! #moedchat P
    • TedHiff - Moderator May 11 @ 10:13 PM EDT
      A1. In the Metro St.Louis area we have vocational schools that HS students can attend for part of their day (11th and 12th grade). #moedchat
  • sethjaegerEd May 11 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    A1: maybe schools are still dealing with transition in social shift from the past's job=money to modernity's job=fulfillment #MOedchat
  • shspjones - Moderator May 11 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    And ow college degrees are soooooo expensive and may not pay off #MOedchat
  • wmchamberlain May 11 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    A2) I thinking working smarter is harder :P It sure seems like we could use some more smarter politicians ;) #moedchat
  • nathan_stevens May 11 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    But the skills are there to complement the content. Build open activities that skills become interchangeable #MOedchat
    In reply to @awall777, @MOedchat
  • JoveStickel May 11 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    A2 Mike Rowe has it figured out #moedchat
  • wmchamberlain May 11 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    A2) Plus the hard work creates success narrative is really, really flawed. I see lots of people work hard but barely survive. #moedchat
  • shspjones - Moderator May 11 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    A2 I hate the poster implied only dumb ppl work hard or have non college jobs a thought which has driven edu for years #MOedchat
  • eileen_depka May 11 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    Life skills are crucial regardless of whether students are preparing for college or workforce.Probably worth concentrating on them.#moedchat
    In reply to @wmchamberlain
  • nathan_stevens May 11 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    The skill is secondary to the knowledge of content but use the skill to create a demonstration of content #MOedchat
    In reply to @awall777, @MOedchat
  • TedHiff - Moderator May 11 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    A2. We are moving forward and acknowledging that for each student (our children), they each will have their own journey beyond HS. #moedchat
  • ealove21 May 11 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    A2: #moedchat
  • wmchamberlain May 11 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    What life skills do you think we should focus on? #curious #moedchat
    In reply to @eileen_depka
  • michelelkelly May 11 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    A2: Past- if you're smart, then no effort needed. Present- you need a computer to work #moedchat
  • nathan_stevens May 11 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    But that is on the subject. Thing about the @makeymakey piano and how many kids try to play songs. Had to learn connections #MOedchat
    In reply to @edjawz, @awall777, @MOedchat, @makeymakey
  • MsLaurenMertz May 11 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    St. Charles has one, and neighboring district also attend. It's pretty amazing. #MOedchat
    In reply to @LauraGilchrist4
  • nathan_stevens May 11 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    It is about building resilience through skills #MOedchat
    In reply to @edjawz, @awall777, @MOedchat
  • awall777 May 11 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    Not disagreeing with you, but the focus on test scores causes hyperfocus on content, less on skill #moedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @MOedchat
  • LauraGilchrist4 - Moderator May 11 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    Hi Shannon!! Welcome & congratulations!! Happy & excited for you. 🎉👏👏 #moedchat
    In reply to @scjohnson2728
  • JenniferServiss May 11 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    A2: Not gonna argue with @mikeroweworks #moedchat
  • JASMITHSR May 11 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    Blue collar work has been stigmatized as beneath college Ed but today many STEM jobs require more technical skill than ever. #MOedchat
  • wmchamberlain May 11 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    Maybe we should throw away tests for 'core' areas and make tests for non-college prep classes. Change the focus ;) #moedchat
  • nathan_stevens May 11 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    Trough better application of skills to create representations of knowledge will show up as better scores #MOedchat
    In reply to @awall777, @MOedchat
  • scjohnson2728 May 11 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    A2: work ethic is extremely important. The harder you work the more knowledge you gain and leads to more opportunities #MOedchat
  • sethjaegerEd May 11 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    A2: the trend towards customer service-based models of higher ed lend seem to themselves to critique from those in tech fields #MOedchat
  • shspjones - Moderator May 11 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    A2 smart ppl worked hard too but this implies they didn't I just personally hate that saying #MOedchat
  • wmchamberlain May 11 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    Don't need to teach it, kids already have it. They just don't apply it to stuff they don't care about. #seriously #moedchat
    In reply to @JoveStickel, @eileen_depka
  • skeptycal May 11 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    @mikeroweworks is a genius. I wish people would listen to him regarding skill jobs. If all kids go to college, society collapses. #moedchat
  • TedHiff - Moderator May 11 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    @LauraGilchrist4 they serve the needs of all districts in the metro area. For ex: Lewis & Clark Tech School serves St. Charles Co. #moedchat
  • JASMITHSR May 11 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    Individualized learning honors both sides of the coin #moedchat
  • AssignmentHelpN May 11 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    #ditchbook #moedchat The Ultimate Compilation of 60 Ways To Use an iPad in the Classroom https://t.co/Du9eR0MYRB
  • awall777 May 11 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    A2 absolutely right, working with your hands/back/whatever, doesn't define intelligence #moedchat
    • shspjones - Moderator May 11 @ 10:16 PM EDT
      A2 I hate the poster implied only dumb ppl work hard or have non college jobs a thought which has driven edu for years #MOedchat
  • GambillJulie May 11 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    Cause/effect problem/solution conflict explanatory essays info text There's ways to make it work. Ancient Rome had plumbing! #moedchat
    In reply to @awall777, @nathan_stevens, @MOedchat
  • shspjones - Moderator May 11 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    Obviously if there are 5 million unfulfilled jobs some skills are missing or kids not looking there #MOedchat
  • posickj May 11 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    A1 Late to the party, but I believe there has been so much emphasis on college ready that career ready has been forgotten. #MOedchat
    • MOedchat May 11 @ 10:05 PM EDT
      Q1-As many as 5 million jobs in the USA do not require college but do require skills Why are so many schools ignoring this? #moedchat
  • wmchamberlain May 11 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    I blame school counselors ;) #moedchat
    In reply to @shspjones
  • awall777 May 11 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    Easier said than done/approved in a "failing" school, I just think it is a tough challenge for many Ts and Admins to overcome #moedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @MOedchat
  • eileen_depka May 11 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    It would be great if all classes focus on collaboration,communication, perseverance, timliness, creativity, and global awareness.#moedchat
    In reply to @wmchamberlain
  • nathan_stevens May 11 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    A2 I agree partially. Yes there are a lot of tech jobs but there are a lot of jobs that are important but not tech focused #MOedchat
    In reply to @MOedchat
  • sethjaegerEd May 11 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    A2: the trend towards customer service-based models of higher ed seem to lend themselves to critique from those in tech fields #MOedchat
  • wmchamberlain May 11 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    Maybe schools need to partner with more apprentice style professions like plumbers, electricians and carpenters. #moedchat
  • edjawz May 11 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    A2: Makes me think of my cousin who earns 2x my salary working on diesel engines w/o degree while I still pay 👨‍🎓loans 4 BS/MS. #MOedchat
  • awall777 May 11 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    CAPS right? #moedchat
    In reply to @MsLaurenMertz, @LauraGilchrist4
  • posickj May 11 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    A2 A degree doesn't make you a success. Hard work and passion makes you a success. #MOedchat
  • nathan_stevens May 11 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    A2 not every student is on the college plan and how can we give them skills that can lead to other opportunities #MOedchat
    In reply to @MOedchat
  • awall777 May 11 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    So true! #moedchat
    • JASMITHSR May 11 @ 10:18 PM EDT
      Blue collar work has been stigmatized as beneath college Ed but today many STEM jobs require more technical skill than ever. #MOedchat
  • GambillJulie May 11 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    I'll agree. I've seen it in English. I had students make video plot analysis filming only their hands. Hands/sticks to make fire! #moedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @awall777, @MOedchat
  • ctefocus May 11 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    Thank you for acknowledging this. Career & Technical Education is a part of STEM #MOedchat
    In reply to @JASMITHSR
  • MOedchat May 11 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    Q3-What measure can we take to ensure schools are not choosing winners/losers but rather allows Ss to make choices. #moedchat
  • awall777 May 11 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    Someone has to pick up trash right? #moedchat
    In reply to @skeptycal, @mikeroweworks
  • shspjones - Moderator May 11 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    Most important guy in Antarctica is the generator mechanic :=) #perspective #MOedchat
  • TedHiff - Moderator May 11 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    St. Charles Co School Districts begin the CAPS conversation! #moedchat
    • FrancisHowell May 11 @ 8:00 PM EDT
      Earlier this week, FHSD hosted a collaborative meeting with leaders from St. Charles Co. districts to discuss a county-wide CAPS consortium.
  • MindySouth May 11 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    A2 - "hard work" isn't only physical. The mental/emotional side can be difficult when you put real heart into what you are doing.#moedchat
  • eileen_depka May 11 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    I'd add perseverance, and people skills. #moedchat
    In reply to @posickj
  • wmchamberlain May 11 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    A3) Quite forcing all kids to take college prep classes. Also, quit making them take classes they won't need outside of school. #moedchat
    In reply to @MOedchat
  • posickj May 11 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    A3 We need to make more connections with businesses so they can help us determine skills necessary for success. #MOedchat
    • MOedchat May 11 @ 10:23 PM EDT
      Q3-What measure can we take to ensure schools are not choosing winners/losers but rather allows Ss to make choices. #moedchat
  • awall777 May 11 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    A3 focusing on the S and what they need and find interesting #moedchat
  • nathan_stevens May 11 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    A3 students share their learning journey with others. Have them present to parent and other stakeholders #MOedchat
    In reply to @MOedchat
  • wmchamberlain May 11 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    The job of school isn't to create workers. :( #moedchat
    In reply to @posickj
  • JoveStickel May 11 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    A3 student voice/choice has to be at the forefront of all that we do #moedchat
  • thegoodjourney May 11 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    A2: Teach students perseverance! This will allow them to work smart and hard, especially when needing to problem solve! #moedchat
  • nathan_stevens May 11 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    And sort the recycling #MOedchat need to know differences in materials
    In reply to @awall777, @skeptycal, @mikeroweworks
  • posickj May 11 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    I would too, but I only had 140 characters. #MOedchat
    In reply to @eileen_depka
  • edjawz May 11 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    These are fantastic career options which face little obsolescence due to the proliferation of digital technology. #moedchat
    • wmchamberlain May 11 @ 10:21 PM EDT
      Maybe schools need to partner with more apprentice style professions like plumbers, electricians and carpenters. #moedchat
  • GeoJo22 May 11 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    Very true. There is an elitism in the focus on a 4 year degree. As educators, we are part of that. #moedchat
    In reply to @shspjones
  • GambillJulie May 11 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    Q2: ex: My husband farms 4,000 acres, no college, but plenty of tech in equipment/ag analysis. He works hard and smart. #moedchat
  • MindySouth May 11 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    A3 - Cultural shift is needed. Schools often focus on what society deems as important. #moedchat
  • awall777 May 11 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    #skillz #moedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @skeptycal, @mikeroweworks
  • di_chamberlain May 11 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    Allowing Ss to make choices doesn't always mean it goes their way. Some Ss choices have undesired consequences. #moedchat
    • MOedchat May 11 @ 10:23 PM EDT
      Q3-What measure can we take to ensure schools are not choosing winners/losers but rather allows Ss to make choices. #moedchat
  • scjohnson2728 May 11 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    A3: allow students to learn through innovated and hands on experiences that will leave a lasting impression #MOedchat
  • eileen_depka May 11 @ 10:26 PM EDT
    A3 We can help students be aware of post graduation options and support them as they create a pathway to achieve their goals. #moedchat
  • shspjones - Moderator May 11 @ 10:26 PM EDT
    A3 #pbl gives Ss a chance to pursue certain information but in a manner they choose #MOedchat
  • michelelkelly May 11 @ 10:26 PM EDT
    A3: More choice in younger grades. Less textbooks, worksheets, compliance activities that don't really equal success #moedchat
  • awall777 May 11 @ 10:26 PM EDT
    I had a MS S who wanted to retake my course over Baby-Sitting in the FACS, couldn't do it #moedchat
    In reply to @wmchamberlain, @MOedchat
  • sethjaegerEd May 11 @ 10:26 PM EDT
    A3: ending arbitrarily-selected awards with little more criteria than "they are related to someone in the district". #moedchat
  • thegoodjourney May 11 @ 10:26 PM EDT
    A3: Simple, model how important all human beings are to our world. Kids watch how we act and listen to what we say! #moedchat
    • MOedchat May 11 @ 10:23 PM EDT
      Q3-What measure can we take to ensure schools are not choosing winners/losers but rather allows Ss to make choices. #moedchat
  • posickj May 11 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    Although I agree with you, skills for success don't just create workers, they create well rounded humans. #MOedchat
    In reply to @wmchamberlain
  • edjawz May 11 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    Bubbles can be FUN #moedchat
    In reply to @wmchamberlain
  • JASMITHSR May 11 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    Lots of STEM and CTE programs are making this happen. Show Ss that there are more pathways than 4 yr trad. college. #moedchat
    • MOedchat May 11 @ 10:23 PM EDT
      Q3-What measure can we take to ensure schools are not choosing winners/losers but rather allows Ss to make choices. #moedchat
  • MrSchulze May 11 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    A3 - To allow choice, choice has to be an option. Often it is not...Ts reluctant to relinquish control to Ss. #MOedchat
  • shspjones - Moderator May 11 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    yep we farm too tech starts in the seed :) #MOedchat
    In reply to @GambillJulie
  • di_chamberlain May 11 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    I provide these options through #PLTW, but it's not beneficial for all Ss. Some truly don't like hands on. #moedchat
    In reply to @scjohnson2728
  • nathan_stevens May 11 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    Sometimes I wonder about that schools are moving in the other direction #moedchat
    In reply to @wmchamberlain, @posickj
  • JenniferServiss May 11 @ 10:28 PM EDT
    The child that will have skills and knowledge will be successful need to implement both in ed #moedchat
  • GeoJo22 May 11 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    The point is valid, but he is trying to sell books. #moedchat
    In reply to @ealove21
  • wmchamberlain May 11 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    all about life skills, work skills should be sought out by the students though IMO. Part of their choice/responsibility. #moedchat
    In reply to @posickj
  • michelelkelly May 11 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    More voice also means more opportunities to fail. Which can be the best experience for learning #moedchat
  • shspjones - Moderator May 11 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    A3 schools push AP course, act prep, etc but too many times not non college #MOedchat
  • LauraGilchrist4 - Moderator May 11 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    States--cut puppet strings keeping Ps/Ts/Ss in rigid college/seat time box. Try #competencybased #moedchat #ksedchat https://t.co/eQ7z6KlXaP
  • wmchamberlain May 11 @ 10:31 PM EDT
    Business wants us to train drones for them. Let them spend the money doing it themselves. #moedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @posickj
  • TedHiff - Moderator May 11 @ 10:31 PM EDT
    A3. We allow for greater choice with electives. #MOedchat
    • MOedchat May 11 @ 10:23 PM EDT
      Q3-What measure can we take to ensure schools are not choosing winners/losers but rather allows Ss to make choices. #moedchat
  • MOedchat May 11 @ 10:32 PM EDT
    Q4- Does your school value non college choices? if yes, share if not what steps can we take to change this? #moedchat
  • skeptycal May 11 @ 10:32 PM EDT
    A3: The main problem ... all teachers are college grads ... no experience ... Nobody represents skill jobs appropriately. #moedchat
  • posickj May 11 @ 10:32 PM EDT
    Choice is vital, and so is providing a variety of experiences. You don't know what you don't know. #MOedchat
    In reply to @wmchamberlain
  • wmchamberlain May 11 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    We absolutely do, and our message is continue your education seeking whatever skilled job you want. #moedchat #MCR1Pride
    In reply to @MOedchat
  • GambillJulie May 11 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    A3: STEM, add practical electives sooner 5/6 grade, allow non-achievers to explore kinesthetic ability, back away from block rdg! #moedchat
  • wmchamberlain May 11 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    Best thing about school is the variation of learning options, that is if we are doing it right. #moedchat
    In reply to @posickj
  • shspjones - Moderator May 11 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    I think that is a huge myth business want quality employees and ppl need jobs #moedchat
    In reply to @wmchamberlain, @nathan_stevens, @posickj
  • eileen_depka May 11 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    Perhaps helpng Ss be aware that failure can lead to success if they continue to try & push forward even when things are difficult.#moedchat
    In reply to @michelelkelly
  • awall777 May 11 @ 10:34 PM EDT
    A4 We have #studentpd to kind of get kids thinking about those things #moedchat
  • JoveStickel May 11 @ 10:34 PM EDT
    A4 we have a strong FFA program, our HS students have an option to attend a vocational program off campus. #moedchat
  • michelelkelly May 11 @ 10:34 PM EDT
    A4: Not sure... I feel like we are pushing college as the only choice for future success- even in elementary #moedchat
  • nathan_stevens May 11 @ 10:34 PM EDT
    That was good. I liked it #moedchat
    In reply to @wmchamberlain, @shspjones, @posickj
  • edjawz May 11 @ 10:35 PM EDT
    A3: Value, celebrate & promote excellence everywhere. #MOedchat
  • posickj May 11 @ 10:35 PM EDT
    A4 We are adding more opportunities that aren't tied to core curriculum but could be a future passion or career. #MOedchat
    • MOedchat May 11 @ 10:32 PM EDT
      Q4- Does your school value non college choices? if yes, share if not what steps can we take to change this? #moedchat
  • awall777 May 11 @ 10:35 PM EDT
    the #innovationclass gets to do this a lot, I think it is a step in the right direction #moedchat
    In reply to @GambillJulie
  • wmchamberlain May 11 @ 10:35 PM EDT
    I just wish we could balance students learning what society requires with opportunities for them to go down rabbit holes. #moedchat
  • GambillJulie May 11 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    A4: Not at an early age, high school centered tech school electives, shop class should begin earlier with simple machines #moedchat
  • awall777 May 11 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    I'm no expert, but kids choose what, find the experts and teach them, @Erin_Lawson3 is the one to talk to, I just brag about it #moedchat
    In reply to @JenniferServiss, @Erin_Lawson3
  • tnalau May 11 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    Hello everyone! Joining a bit late...board meeting tonight. Tina from St. Charles here. #moedchat
  • nathan_stevens May 11 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    Trash pickup. Construction, Battling aliens invasion, president of US, bunch of others #moedchat
    In reply to @GeoJo22, @MOedchat
  • JASMITHSR May 11 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    A4-Nope. Huge disparity in resources given to college prep and CTE. You put resources toward what you value. #MOedchat
    • MOedchat May 11 @ 10:32 PM EDT
      Q4- Does your school value non college choices? if yes, share if not what steps can we take to change this? #moedchat
  • shspjones - Moderator May 11 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    yes like ele is now prep for Jr high which is prep for Sr then College #moedchat
    In reply to @michelelkelly
  • scjohnson2728 May 11 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    A4: I think college is pressured at such a young age that kids don't always have the Oppurtunity to dream and believe. (1/2) #MOedchat
  • thegoodjourney May 11 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    A4-Absolutely, we create plans that are going to best support our kids to be productive & happy members of society! #moedchat
    • MOedchat May 11 @ 10:32 PM EDT
      Q4- Does your school value non college choices? if yes, share if not what steps can we take to change this? #moedchat
  • di_chamberlain May 11 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    Don't you think that lack of time and money for Ts at MS and below contributes to the fact that these typically start in HS? #moedchat
    In reply to @GambillJulie
  • samzeff May 11 @ 10:38 PM EDT
    One GOP lawmaker's plan to save money: Turning non-English-speaking kids over to ICE https://t.co/2zMMg8wmda #ksed #ksleg #moleg #moedchat
  • awall777 May 11 @ 10:38 PM EDT
    I'm sure @Erin_Lawson3 will reply soon, she has class on Thursdays, but we're making her ears ring #moedchat
    In reply to @JenniferServiss, @Erin_Lawson3, @Erin_Lawson3
  • scjohnson2728 May 11 @ 10:39 PM EDT
    A4: If kids have hopes and dreams that then that should be what matters at the elementary level. (2/2) #Moedchat
  • MindySouth May 11 @ 10:39 PM EDT
    A4 - We put lot of emphasis on college but are investigating more meaningful career tech options for our students. #moedchat
  • TedHiff - Moderator May 11 @ 10:39 PM EDT
    A4. We have EdCamps. ParentCamps are starting to emerge. StudentCamps could be very beneficial. #moedchat
  • eileen_depka May 11 @ 10:40 PM EDT
    A4 Share professions with Ss K-12 to help them be aware of choices. Share a variety of careers. Not all pathways require college. #moedchat
  • stony12270 May 11 @ 10:40 PM EDT
    Our disability awareness lunch program in the #library https://t.co/RybK4eKWDF #StonyStories #moedchat #edchat
  • shspjones - Moderator May 11 @ 10:40 PM EDT
    I fear if Ts and schools are only pushing facts then AI will replace we have to be. More or be replaced #MOedchat
  • JenniferServiss May 11 @ 10:40 PM EDT
    A4: #college or #career readiness absolutely #moedchat
  • skeptycal May 11 @ 10:40 PM EDT
    A4: Not at all. A few people have the illusion that they are. Most are blatantly claiming "all kids are going to college." #moedchat
    • MOedchat May 11 @ 10:32 PM EDT
      Q4- Does your school value non college choices? if yes, share if not what steps can we take to change this? #moedchat
  • DrBradMac May 11 @ 10:40 PM EDT
    Following @MOedchat & feel the A to each Q is @ISDAcademies. Every HS course sequence should include dual credit AND industry cert #moedchat
  • GeoJo22 May 11 @ 10:40 PM EDT
    Though these jobs now using digtech more n'more. My appliance sevice tech did everything, incl. bill from handheld. #moedchat
    In reply to @edjawz
  • MOedchat May 11 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    Q5- What outreach to Ss/Pt/Ts can we take to change the thinking college is the only way for success? #moedchat
  • edjawz May 11 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    #moedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @GeoJo22, @MOedchat
  • wmchamberlain May 11 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    Ultimately I think the crazy over focusing on testing will eventually lead us to much better schools. #moedchat
  • skeptycal May 11 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    A4: The only answer I have found is to keep starting discussions. Show facts and statistics. Share success stories. #moedchat
  • awall777 May 11 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    I don't know, he's managed over 500 tweets since taking office... #moedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @GeoJo22, @MOedchat
  • shspjones - Moderator May 11 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    I also think graduating kids college and career ready is right up there with stupid lines we say :) #MOedchat
  • eileen_depka May 11 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    I really hope that schools are not pushing facts. Computers are available for that. Let's promote problem solving & innovation. #moedchat
    In reply to @shspjones
  • DrBradMac May 11 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    A4 build course sequences from workforce dev data and include industry credentials w/ dual credit. Give Ss the choice. #moedchat
  • posickj May 11 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    A5 Career days (not just day) so that students can interact with a variety of occupations. Junior Achievement has helped us, too. #MOedchat
    • MOedchat May 11 @ 10:41 PM EDT
      Q5- What outreach to Ss/Pt/Ts can we take to change the thinking college is the only way for success? #moedchat
  • tnalau May 11 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    A4 career center for any student cillege bound or not that offers career certifications at graduation. #moedchat
  • awall777 May 11 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    A5 Focus on "Productive Members of Society", everyone has their passion, follow your arrow #moedchat
  • JoveStickel May 11 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    A5 we need to have more conversations with Ss and Ps about what kids are interested in allow them time to explore #moedchat
  • edjawz May 11 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    Tech definitely will be involved with what they do but no drone will put these jobs in the fossil record. #moedchat
    In reply to @GeoJo22
  • michelelkelly May 11 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    A5: Good question... and don't feel like it is addressed much at elementary level... #moedchat
  • wmchamberlain May 11 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    A5) I don't think all parents believe college is the only path to success.Mostly because most parents don't have a college degree. #moedchat
  • nathan_stevens May 11 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    You think he is doing that? More like "how do I get the keyboard on my small talk box" #moedchat
    In reply to @awall777, @GeoJo22, @MOedchat
  • LauraGilchrist4 - Moderator May 11 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    Honor every stu & their path, on stage, end of yr--inst of just college kids. Celebrate your STUDENTS--all of em! @KsCommissioner #moedchat
    • MOedchat May 11 @ 10:32 PM EDT
      Q4- Does your school value non college choices? if yes, share if not what steps can we take to change this? #moedchat
  • awall777 May 11 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    but it should be, shouldn't it? We push college on them that age #moedchat
    In reply to @michelelkelly
  • GambillJulie May 11 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    A5: Our jr. hi is having student pd day, great diversity in sessions with community involvement! #moedchat
  • wmchamberlain May 11 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    But if you would like to tell a parent they aren't successful because they don't have a degree, let me watch how that goes down. #moedchat
  • JenniferServiss May 11 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    #moedchat A5: #parentcamps informational sessions with successful careers https://t.co/7veew4ItWj
    • MOedchat May 11 @ 10:41 PM EDT
      Q5- What outreach to Ss/Pt/Ts can we take to change the thinking college is the only way for success? #moedchat
  • JASMITHSR May 11 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    A5-How many tech/vocational schools are invited to college/career fairs? Promote! Promote! Promote! #MOedchat
    • MOedchat May 11 @ 10:41 PM EDT
      Q5- What outreach to Ss/Pt/Ts can we take to change the thinking college is the only way for success? #moedchat
  • awall777 May 11 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    Periscope it too #moedchat
    In reply to @wmchamberlain
  • michelelkelly May 11 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    A5: Definitely need more PBL, innovation, makerspaces, etc. to cultivate problem-solving and interpersonal skills #moedchat
  • nathan_stevens May 11 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    A5 I used to bring 51 students to campus to do activities to show what college is like #MOedchat
    In reply to @MOedchat
  • JoveStickel May 11 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    A5b provide more guidance and counseling teach Ss how to explore Offer support to Ps as well #moedchat
  • awall777 May 11 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    I think he's using a Jitterbug, so you just call someone and tell them to tweet it for you #moedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @GeoJo22, @MOedchat
  • eileen_depka May 11 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    A5 Maybe it's about promoting career options and what is needed to achieve that end. Offer variety in programming. Support choices.#moedchat
  • GeoJo22 May 11 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    A3 Start exploring career options early. Our middle school students us a skills survey to master plan. #moedchat
  • scjohnson2728 May 11 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    A5: I am at elementary level so we don't talk a lot about college. #MOedchat
  • shspjones - Moderator May 11 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    A5 I think many PT think college is the way that is why they spend so much money on it and focus on scores #MOedchat
  • tnalau May 11 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    A5 The community is pushing for college so we give tours of our career center to see all the amazing opportunities that we offer. #moedchat
    In reply to @MOedchat
  • michelelkelly May 11 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    Right. And that any other career is "settling" and you'll hate your life and never have money and ... #moedchat
    In reply to @awall777
  • awall777 May 11 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    All the streaming! #moedchat
    In reply to @wmchamberlain
  • awall777 May 11 @ 10:47 PM EDT
    Let's hope so ;) #moedchat
    In reply to @JenniferServiss, @michelelkelly
  • nathan_stevens May 11 @ 10:47 PM EDT
    A5 students need to see that college is attainable for them #moedchat
    In reply to @MOedchat
  • shspjones - Moderator May 11 @ 10:47 PM EDT
    I'm actually relieved to hear that :) #MOedchat
    In reply to @scjohnson2728
  • MsHoskinsTech May 11 @ 10:47 PM EDT
    Hi All! Marisa Hoskins here-ICT Educational Specialist in Hong Kong. Jumping in late. #MOedchat
  • wmchamberlain May 11 @ 10:47 PM EDT
    I really think that much of expectations kids feel in school come from the community. Schools reflect community beliefs. #moedchat
  • awall777 May 11 @ 10:47 PM EDT
    My "blue collar" friends make more money than I do, I'd say that's not really settling #moedchat
    In reply to @michelelkelly
  • michelelkelly May 11 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    I mean, there's a college and career readiness standard in kindergarten... #moedchat
    In reply to @awall777
  • wmchamberlain May 11 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    So if you want to change school expectations, start with the community first. Change the narrative. #moedchat
  • eileen_depka May 11 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    Great! Invite industries with internships as well.#moedchat
    In reply to @JASMITHSR
  • TedHiff - Moderator May 11 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    A5. Provide opportunities for Ss to experience what different careers are like. HS should not be their 1st exposure to careers. #MOedchat
    • MOedchat May 11 @ 10:41 PM EDT
      Q5- What outreach to Ss/Pt/Ts can we take to change the thinking college is the only way for success? #moedchat
  • awall777 May 11 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    Thank you for joining us from so far away! #moedchat
    In reply to @MsHoskinsTech
  • wmchamberlain May 11 @ 10:49 PM EDT
    Convince the parents that college isn't always the best choice. Create expectations toward learning a trade and/or profession. #moedchat
  • awall777 May 11 @ 10:49 PM EDT
    redonk #moedchat
    In reply to @michelelkelly
  • JenniferServiss May 11 @ 10:49 PM EDT
    My thoughts exactly #moedchat
    • awall777 May 11 @ 10:47 PM EDT
      My "blue collar" friends make more money than I do, I'd say that's not really settling #moedchat
      In reply to @michelelkelly
  • MsHoskinsTech May 11 @ 10:49 PM EDT
    A5-Field trips to companies, alternative learning environments (SCAD), having experts skype students who had alternate edu paths #MOedchat
  • MsHoskinsTech May 11 @ 10:49 PM EDT
    Thanks Andy, happy to have stumbled upon this chat! #moedchat
    In reply to @awall777
  • shspjones - Moderator May 11 @ 10:50 PM EDT
    Business also do train workers and see it as an investment then they often fight to keep those workers #MOedchat
  • MOedchat May 11 @ 10:50 PM EDT
    Q6- Doing is at the heart of vocational training. How can traditional classes learn from this? #moedchat
  • wmchamberlain May 11 @ 10:50 PM EDT
    And for the love of God, never put down people who do menial labor. All work is important to better our society. #moedchat
  • skeptycal May 11 @ 10:50 PM EDT
    A5: my best option is to keep sharing facts and statistics as well as my experiences. #moedchat
    In reply to @MOedchat
  • nathan_stevens May 11 @ 10:50 PM EDT
    Truth #moedchat
    • wmchamberlain May 11 @ 10:49 PM EDT
      Convince the parents that college isn't always the best choice. Create expectations toward learning a trade and/or profession. #moedchat
  • DrBradMac May 11 @ 10:50 PM EDT
    Start sharing salaries like this for software development & coding certification obtained in HS. #moedchat
    In reply to @MOedchat
  • awall777 May 11 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    Yes! #moedchat
    • wmchamberlain May 11 @ 10:50 PM EDT
      And for the love of God, never put down people who do menial labor. All work is important to better our society. #moedchat
  • JenniferServiss May 11 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    A5: instruct w/ 4Cs those skills are needed in society #moedchat
  • eileen_depka May 11 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    Do school expectations change?We prepare Ss for whatever career choice their future brings. Job and career changes are the norm.#moedchat
    In reply to @wmchamberlain
  • posickj May 11 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    A6 More hands on and real life applications of learning would benefit all students. #MOedchat
    • MOedchat May 11 @ 10:50 PM EDT
      Q6- Doing is at the heart of vocational training. How can traditional classes learn from this? #moedchat
  • JoveStickel May 11 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    A6 incorporate a PBL model and more activity based learning. Ss should be creating not answering #moedchat
  • tnalau May 11 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    #moedchat A5 Reach out to counselors to promote all career options in schools. Love how they guide our Ss to their own futures.
  • posickj May 11 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    I couldn't agree more! #MOedchat
    In reply to @wmchamberlain
  • GeoJo22 May 11 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    Actually the digi components make it even harder for do-it-yourselfers. #moedchat
    In reply to @edjawz
  • shspjones - Moderator May 11 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    changing the name from menial would help :) #moedchat
    In reply to @wmchamberlain
  • wmchamberlain May 11 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    School expectations change as the community expectations change. My community has different expectations than yours, I suspect. #moedchat
    In reply to @eileen_depka
  • awall777 May 11 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    Have to skip out a bit early, have a great Friday guys! #moedchat
  • SteinbrinkLaura May 11 @ 10:53 PM EDT
    A5: Just in from #DitchBook! 1 way to promote other avenues is bringing in guests from comm who took non-college route to success. #moedchat
  • shspjones - Moderator May 11 @ 10:53 PM EDT
    A6 these classes require you to produce an actual product and often stop and start #MOedchat
  • JenniferServiss May 11 @ 10:53 PM EDT
    A6: teach problem solving skills and good #digcit both needed in tomorrows society #moedchat
  • MsHoskinsTech May 11 @ 10:53 PM EDT
    A4-My school does-we have amazing resources to support hands on learning. Many parents emphasize university (culture plays a role) #MOedchat
    In reply to @JASMITHSR
  • DrBradMac May 11 @ 10:53 PM EDT
    A5 Start sharing salaries like this for software development & coding certification that can be obtained in HS. #moedchat
    In reply to @MOedchat
  • TedHiff - Moderator May 11 @ 10:54 PM EDT
    A6. Transfer that practice to the traditional class setting! #MOedchat
    • MOedchat May 11 @ 10:50 PM EDT
      Q6- Doing is at the heart of vocational training. How can traditional classes learn from this? #moedchat
  • eileen_depka May 11 @ 10:54 PM EDT
    A6 Problem solving promotes learning. Lets promote student choice, creativity, innovation, and thinking outside of the box. #moedchat
  • tnalau May 11 @ 10:54 PM EDT
    A6 Makerspace, PBL, Genius Hour, Robotics are all amazing ways to use your skills to create and participate in hands on learning. #moedchat
  • edjawz May 11 @ 10:54 PM EDT
    A6: Forget filament based 3D making. I want one or 10 of these. #moedchat https://t.co/CsHuyLOOFQ
    In reply to @MOedchat
  • TedHiff - Moderator May 11 @ 10:55 PM EDT
    I've been thinking of hosting some type of career fair for students and parents-- I just need to do it. #moedchat
  • shspjones - Moderator May 11 @ 10:55 PM EDT
    A6 I feel like the vocational group often thinks welcome to the party #MOedchat
  • wmchamberlain May 11 @ 10:55 PM EDT
    The thing that makes vo-ed classes great/successful is they are not required. What can we learn from that? #moedchat
  • SteinbrinkLaura May 11 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    A6: All subjects can incorporate lessons where Ss become creators and not just consumers. #moedchat
  • GambillJulie May 11 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    A6: PBL can get it done! Community beautification plan, recycling, connecting with others, DOING for others. This is all academic! #moedchat
  • eileen_depka May 11 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    Mmaybe/maybe not. Ps want Ss to be successful.Ps and Ss benefit from learning options available, then making educated choice.#moedchat
    In reply to @wmchamberlain
  • MsHoskinsTech May 11 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    A6-I think design thinking and hands-on learning can be applied in any classroom. Teaching/learning this way engages students #MOedchat
    In reply to @MOedchat
  • JASMITHSR May 11 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    PBL, novel engineering, experiential learning, anything that makes Ss think critically, problem solve, create solutions. #MOedchat
    • MOedchat May 11 @ 10:50 PM EDT
      Q6- Doing is at the heart of vocational training. How can traditional classes learn from this? #moedchat
  • MOedchat May 11 @ 10:58 PM EDT
    Thank you so much for joining #MOedchat tonight! Be sure to grow your #PLN by following those you learned with tonight! #MOedchat
  • wmchamberlain May 11 @ 10:58 PM EDT
    Definitions of success are different in different places. That changes expectations. #moedchat
    In reply to @eileen_depka
  • mrwaller15 May 11 @ 10:58 PM EDT
    Provide opportunities for students to create and share with an authentic audience. Becoming part of the community is invaluable #moedchat
    In reply to @MOedchat
  • GeoJo22 May 11 @ 10:58 PM EDT
    A4 If we are padding GPAs with AP/IB classes - no. Class rank? These all promote the 4yr degree. #moedchat
  • TedHiff - Moderator May 11 @ 10:58 PM EDT
    Bravo #moedchat for tonight's chat!!!
  • michelelkelly May 11 @ 10:59 PM EDT
    A6: Opportunities to create more at all levels. Not answering questions for the sake of completetion. Finding problems to solve! #moedchat
  • MindySouth May 11 @ 10:59 PM EDT
    A6 - Give Ss the opportunity to CREATE and share! Use GHO/Skype to show their work to professionals in various fields. #authentic #moedchat
  • LauraGilchrist4 - Moderator May 11 @ 10:59 PM EDT
    Met w/bricklayers & ironworkers apprenctice leads.They cant get schls to reg'ly bring kids in. And yes they see their work as art! #MOedchat
    In reply to @wmchamberlain
  • JenniferServiss May 11 @ 10:59 PM EDT
    Alwayd a great time @ #moedchat! Thanks for having me
  • participatechat May 11 @ 11:00 PM EDT
    #MOedchat just ended! Transcripts and curated resources are now available at https://t.co/G9UW8UYBRV