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MrsMurat Feb 16 @ 10:00 PM EST

Join us on 2/25 for #digcitsummit as we discuss #digcit & digital leadership. Register here: https://t.co/0wB2oZmbHj #ditchbook

participatechat Feb 16 @ 10:00 PM EST

Participate in the upcoming #ditchbook by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/Nb8zYosqXB

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:00 PM EST

Good to catch up with you all, #inelearn. Great chat! Hope to see you again soon! PS: #DitchBook starts right now. Join us if you're awake!

AndersonEdTech Feb 16 @ 10:00 PM EST

About 30 minutes out, you got time for #ditchbook chat before #teachNVACS #teachNVchat

teachNVACS Feb 16 @ 8:43 PM EST

How can we advocate for the future of education? Join #teachNVchat tonight #edvoice #edchat #teachNVACS #nvedchat

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:01 PM EST

Welcome to a very DIFFERENTIATED #DitchBook chat tonight! We welcome our #ConverseChat friends. Everyone, please check in!

tishrich Feb 16 @ 10:01 PM EST

Hi! Tisha HS Culinary Tr & Lead Medford, OR! Excited to join the #ditchbook & #conversechat crew tonight!

LCHSMrFleming Feb 16 @ 10:01 PM EST

Marketing Teacher and tech nerd at Lakeview Centennial College & Career Magnet in Garland, Texas #ditchbook

emosier3 Feb 16 @ 10:01 PM EST

Goooood evening, #ditchbook!!! Evan Mosier, Tech Integrationist Lead and 6th grade Language Arts teacher, Davenport, Iowa!

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:01 PM EST

Tonight's #DitchBook is differentiated: -Q's for practicing teachers AND -Alt Q's for pre-service teachers Something for everyone!

AndersonEdTech Feb 16 @ 10:01 PM EST

Kyle in Las Vegas, NV, learning strategist & technology coordinator #ditchbook #conversechat

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:01 PM EST

Welcome to a very DIFFERENTIATED #DitchBook chat tonight! We welcome our #ConverseChat friends. Everyone, please check in!

RIsaacRivas Feb 16 @ 10:01 PM EST

Isaac from NM. 5th Grade/Admin Intern. Greetings!! #DitchBook

TTmomTT - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:01 PM EST

Yay! #ditchbook

techcoachjuarez Feb 16 @ 10:01 PM EST

Adam, Tech Integration Coach, Central California #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:01 PM EST

Welcome to a very DIFFERENTIATED #DitchBook chat tonight! We welcome our #ConverseChat friends. Everyone, please check in!

MrWawczak Feb 16 @ 10:01 PM EST

Good evening everyone. John, AP and Grade 5 teacher from suburban IL checking in #ditchbook

HistoriaTeacher Feb 16 @ 10:02 PM EST

Ready for some reflection with #ditchbook and #conversechat in tonight's Twitter chat! #LULearns

ToddShriver Feb 16 @ 10:02 PM EST

#Ditchbook Todd Technology Coach at North White (IN).

MViTDiTeach Feb 16 @ 10:02 PM EST

Hi all! Dianne 4/5 T from soCal. #ditchbook

emosier3 Feb 16 @ 10:02 PM EST

Mandiiii!!! Great to see you in #ditchbook tonight!

In reply to @TTmomTT

techamys Feb 16 @ 10:02 PM EST

Amy Storer, Instructional Coach, from Montgomery, TX! Hey #conversechat peeps! #ditchbook

craigklement - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:02 PM EST

Craig, instructional coach in Texas #DitchBook

AnneKamper Feb 16 @ 10:02 PM EST

Good Evening! Anne EdTech Instructional Coach from x #Ditchbook

KamRenae Feb 16 @ 10:02 PM EST

Hey #DitchBook chatters!! Kam joining from Montana where I'm a special educator of 20+ years at the middle school level

HistoriaTeacher Feb 16 @ 10:02 PM EST

Paige, High School Social Studies from Missouri #ditchbook

techcoachjuarez Feb 16 @ 10:02 PM EST

#cvtechtalk jumping on #ditchbook tonight. It's been a while. This was one of the first chats I ever joined.

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:02 PM EST

Hey Chris! Long time no see! #DitchBook + #ConverseChat crew, follow this guy ... he knows his stuff! Met him in Dallas last week.

LCHSMrFleming Feb 16 @ 10:01 PM EST

Marketing Teacher and tech nerd at Lakeview Centennial College & Career Magnet in Garland, Texas #ditchbook

AndersonEdTech Feb 16 @ 10:02 PM EST

What's up brotha? Only a month til #cue17! #ditchbook

In reply to @techcoachjuarez

jaballin14 Feb 16 @ 10:02 PM EST

A A Ron ditching from TX. RtI Facilitator. Let's get it on!#ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:03 PM EST

Good to see you again, Adam! I kind of remember that ... long time ago! #DitchBook

In reply to @techcoachjuarez

SEANJFAHEY Feb 16 @ 10:03 PM EST

Good Evening! Super excited for tonights #ditchbook chat! Welcome #conversechat friends

joerobison907 Feb 16 @ 10:03 PM EST

Joe- MS Science in Valdez, AK joining in #ditchbook

BDicksonNV Feb 16 @ 10:03 PM EST

Hey #ditchbook Ben-Reno NV-AP & #eduthinkinglearnerguy thanks @AndersonEdTech for the heads up

In reply to @AndersonEdTech

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:03 PM EST

Hey Anne! Thanks for joining #DitchBook

In reply to @AnneKamper

SoperWritings Feb 16 @ 10:03 PM EST

Evening all! Sheldon from NJ - 7th grade social studies #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:03 PM EST

Trying to not miss as much. Snuck in just in time. #ditchbook

In reply to @emosier3

emosier3 Feb 16 @ 10:03 PM EST

Yes! Sean is here....the #ditchbook party can officially begin!

In reply to @SEANJFAHEY

AndersonEdTech Feb 16 @ 10:03 PM EST

Celebrity Death Match.. NICE! #ditchbook

In reply to @jaballin14

MsSpartacus406 Feb 16 @ 10:03 PM EST

Hi! Elizabeth- Para/ PreK teacher- split roles! - Bozeman,MT #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:03 PM EST

Dianne's here ... the party can start! ;) #DitchBook

In reply to @MViTDiTeach

SteinbrinkLaura Feb 16 @ 10:03 PM EST

Hey! Laura from MO, HS Eng & tech coach here! Under the weather but looking forward to the chat! #ditchbook #conversechat

MViTDiTeach Feb 16 @ 10:03 PM EST

Hey Matt! #ditchbook

In reply to @jmattmiller

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:03 PM EST

Hey Todd! FYI: Gave you a shoutout in my newsletter this week (Monday I think) for 360 videos. #DitchBook

In reply to @ToddShriver

KathiSueSummers Feb 16 @ 10:04 PM EST

Hi, KathiSue, Oregon Online Teacher. #ditchbook

DaultonAS Feb 16 @ 10:04 PM EST

Teri from Texas, middle school math IC #DitchBook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:04 PM EST

Hey #ditchbook! Karly, TOSA from SF/ Bay Area, CA =) Looking forward to chatting it up with you all!

m_drez Feb 16 @ 10:04 PM EST

Hey #ditchbook crew. Mike, Tech Integrator from NY checking in.

dottiehellmich Feb 16 @ 10:04 PM EST

Dottie Hellmich Elementary TIS from SE Indiana #ditchbook

AndersonEdTech Feb 16 @ 10:04 PM EST

I was just about ask where you were! #ditchbook

In reply to @KarlyMoura

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:04 PM EST

Woo hoo! Tisha, good to see you! Did you bring us something good to eat???? ;) #DitchBook

In reply to @tishrich

SEANJFAHEY Feb 16 @ 10:04 PM EST

You want to party #ditchbook?

emosier3 Feb 16 @ 10:03 PM EST

Yes! Sean is here....the #ditchbook party can officially begin!
In reply to @SEANJFAHEY

Miss_Lievens Feb 16 @ 10:04 PM EST

Hi all! Happy Thursday! I'm Abbi! 2nd grade teacher joining in from Iowa!❤ #ditchbook

TaraMartinEDU Feb 16 @ 10:04 PM EST

Good evening...Tara from Kansas #ditchbook

emosier3 Feb 16 @ 10:04 PM EST

Mrs. #hyperdoc has arrived!!! Welcome, Karly!! Great to see you in #ditchbook this evening!

In reply to @KarlyMoura

RIsaacRivas Feb 16 @ 10:04 PM EST

Yes! Will complete my program in May. It's been a juggling act for sure. #DitchBook

In reply to @MrWawczak

techcoachjuarez Feb 16 @ 10:05 PM EST

I had a big #booksnaps win last week. #ditchbook

TaraMartinEDU Feb 16 @ 10:04 PM EST

Good evening...Tara from Kansas #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:05 PM EST

LOL ... Love it! #DitchBook

In reply to @AndersonEdTech, @jaballin14

MrSamJones13 Feb 16 @ 10:05 PM EST

Sam from Cloverdale, Indiana. 7th grade social studies and student broadcast advisor. #DitchBook

emosier3 Feb 16 @ 10:05 PM EST

Who wouldn't wanna party? Especially #ditchbook style!

In reply to @SEANJFAHEY

m_drez Feb 16 @ 10:05 PM EST

What's up A A Ron! #ditchbook

In reply to @jaballin14

coachhill2011 Feb 16 @ 10:05 PM EST

Hey everyone. I'm a new ditcher. I work at Evan's school in Davenport, Iowa. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:05 PM EST

Q1 + Alt Q1 are on their way! (Don't worry ... it'll make sense ...) #DitchBook

TTmomTT - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:05 PM EST

Yay! It's Tara #ditchbook

In reply to @TaraMartinEDU

ToddShriver Feb 16 @ 10:05 PM EST

Thanks! The information you provide is a big part of what I share to teachers at N White! #ditchbook

In reply to @jmattmiller

MViTDiTeach Feb 16 @ 10:05 PM EST

You'll love it! #ditchbook

In reply to @coachhill2011

craigklement - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:05 PM EST

Welcome Tom! #ditchbook

In reply to @coachhill2011

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:05 PM EST

Mmmmm ... I can smell it from here ... #AllTheWayAcrossTheCountry #DitchBook

In reply to @tishrich

emosier3 Feb 16 @ 10:06 PM EST

YES!!! Tom is here, now! Happy to have a very close teacher friend join #ditchbook this evening!

coachhill2011 Feb 16 @ 10:05 PM EST

Hey everyone. I'm a new ditcher. I work at Evan's school in Davenport, Iowa. #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Feb 16 @ 10:06 PM EST

I am not sure to be excited or have sorrow for you since you are at @emosier3 school #ditchbook

In reply to @coachhill2011, @emosier3

TaraMartinEDU Feb 16 @ 10:06 PM EST

Good to see you, friend. Are you all Pirate-charged?! #ditchbook #tlap @burgessdave

In reply to @TTmomTT, @burgessdave

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:06 PM EST

Q1 (for practicing teachers ... or for anyone really!) #DitchBook

PrincipalNyberg Feb 16 @ 10:06 PM EST

Brant from Wyo Joining #ditchbook while watching my brother's bball team in the OK bball playofs.

emosier3 Feb 16 @ 10:06 PM EST

I sense some jealousy, Mr. Fahey.....#ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Feb 16 @ 10:06 PM EST

I am not sure to be excited or have sorrow for you since you are at @emosier3 school #ditchbook
In reply to @coachhill2011, @emosier3

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:07 PM EST

ALT Q1 (for preservice teachers ... or anyone!) #DitchBook

TTmomTT - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:07 PM EST

YES I AM!!! #ditchbook

In reply to @TaraMartinEDU, @burgessdave

LemarrTreadwell Feb 16 @ 10:07 PM EST

Hello #Ditchbook PLN. Lemarr Treadwell, Fresno CA

MViTDiTeach Feb 16 @ 10:07 PM EST

A1: Relationships w/ Ss matter more than Standards, w/o them Ss couldn't care less what you try to teach them #ditchbook

coachhill2011 Feb 16 @ 10:07 PM EST

Thanks. He's gradually converting me to the club. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:07 PM EST

Remember, #DitchBook ... The name of the game tonight is "What I wish someone would have told me when I started teaching"!

MViTDiTeach Feb 16 @ 10:07 PM EST

Hey Lemarr! #ditchbook

In reply to @LemarrTreadwell

techcoachjuarez Feb 16 @ 10:07 PM EST

A1: I wish I was never told to not smile til October. I never bought that line and immediately discovered it was bogus! #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:06 PM EST

Q1 (for practicing teachers ... or for anyone really!) #DitchBook

mandyeellis Feb 16 @ 10:07 PM EST

Hi friends! K-5 Principal and Lead Learner from Central Illinois #ditchbook

KathiSueSummers Feb 16 @ 10:07 PM EST

A1: That it is okay to share yourself with them. Show them that you are like them. #ditchbook

AndersonEdTech Feb 16 @ 10:07 PM EST

A1: Early on, I tried to avoid getting too nice with Ss, but realized later that many Ss need that T/S relationship #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:06 PM EST

Q1 (for practicing teachers ... or for anyone really!) #DitchBook

m_drez Feb 16 @ 10:07 PM EST

I shall start every PD class with "Don't worry, it will make sense!" #ditchbook

In reply to @jmattmiller

MrsLedford6Eng Feb 16 @ 10:07 PM EST

Jen here! I'm a 6th grade Eng Teacher from IN! #ditchbook

MrWawczak Feb 16 @ 10:07 PM EST

A1: Relationships w/ Ss are a two way street. Be open and honest. They'll do the same. But they take work. Don't just happen #DitchBook

emosier3 Feb 16 @ 10:07 PM EST

A1: That each student truly carries their own stressors and they need someone positive to confide in. I aim for that daily! #ditchbook

craigklement - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1: That good rapport with students is everything. They want to learn from you and helps with classroom management #ditchbook

jaballin14 Feb 16 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1: wished I had known then what I know now about the impact and power of relationships when talking student success. #ditchbook

Sciology Feb 16 @ 10:08 PM EST

Brett from Texas. LMS Coordinator at @TAMUC #DitchBook

In reply to @tamuc

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:08 PM EST

Hey Teri! Wow, that makes two of you I saw in Dallas last week. Fun reunion we have going on! :) #DitchBook

In reply to @DaultonAS

techamys Feb 16 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1: That the relationships were SO much more important than the curriculum! #ditchbook #conversechat

MrWawczak Feb 16 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1: I remember hearing the phrase 'Don't smile until Christmas time'. Ugh #ditchbook

RIsaacRivas Feb 16 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1: You may be a master of your content, but you'll fail to reach Ss EVERY time if relationships aren't a priority. #DitchBook

MrBold05 Feb 16 @ 10:08 PM EST

Joining in to #ditchbook for the first time SS teacher in WI and #xplap enthusiast

KarlyMoura - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:08 PM EST

Yoooooooooo =) Yup made it! #ditchbook

In reply to @emosier3

TTmomTT - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1: Build them! Talk to your students about yourself. They like to know you are also human. #ditchbook

KamRenae Feb 16 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1 #DitchBook

MViTDiTeach Feb 16 @ 10:08 PM EST

The whole "Don't smile until Dec" thing, really doesn't work #ditchbook

In reply to @AndersonEdTech

rachelmarker Feb 16 @ 10:08 PM EST

Hi #Ditchbook! Joining late! Rachel, curriculum specialist, Bozeman, MT.

tishrich Feb 16 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1: It's all about relationships....that's where the magic happens. Be intentional about getting to know your Ss. SO important! #ditchbook

barneshistory Feb 16 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1 develop the relationship first and Ss will WANT to learn from you #DitchBook

cheffernan75 Feb 16 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1 that they will amaze you so many more times than they disappoint you! Too many Ts scare young Ts w/ horror stories. #DitchBook

HistoriaTeacher Feb 16 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1 That you can't control what the Ss feel outside of school, only that they have a positive experience inside #ditchbook

ToddShriver Feb 16 @ 10:08 PM EST

#DitchBook R1 students are human. We take for granted all are the same. Trying to understand their background and life is difficult!

AnneKamper Feb 16 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1: that a smile & a handshake will go along way! Also it's ok to take 5 minutes of class time & just talk with kids! #Ditchbook

PrincipalNyberg Feb 16 @ 10:08 PM EST

a1. It's what teaching is all about. For every methods class I sat through, I needed 2 relationship classes. #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Feb 16 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1 Building relationships w/ Ss is HARD! once you feel like youre successful with a group the yr ends & you have to start over #ditchbook

emosier3 Feb 16 @ 10:08 PM EST

Hi, Rachel!!! #ditchbook

In reply to @rachelmarker

Miss_Lievens Feb 16 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1: That they matter more than anything! Ss don't care what you're teaching them if they don't know you care. Get to know them! #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:09 PM EST

Hey Tom! Good to have you in #DitchBook. Hey #DitchBook peeps, throw Tom some hello's and follows! :)

coachhill2011 Feb 16 @ 10:05 PM EST

Hey everyone. I'm a new ditcher. I work at Evan's school in Davenport, Iowa. #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:09 PM EST

Hey Kyle! I'm here. Just multitasking and not doing it very well lol #ditchbook

In reply to @AndersonEdTech

AndersonEdTech Feb 16 @ 10:09 PM EST

No, and I learned that... I still can be very stern, but I like to have fun too much! #ditchbook

In reply to @MViTDiTeach

MrBold05 Feb 16 @ 10:09 PM EST

A1 that finding a support system is key to growing and finding ways to reach your classroom goals #ditchbook

barneshistory Feb 16 @ 10:09 PM EST

Brent from Texas! Holla #DitchBook

themixitupgirls Feb 16 @ 10:09 PM EST

A1: How not to cry when Ss tell me their dad is in prison, mom is on drugs, gramma doesnt want them. #DitchBook

MrWawczak Feb 16 @ 10:09 PM EST

A1: An incredibly important aspect of a good relationship is to be able to listen. Must be able to listen #ditchbook

CoriOrlando1 Feb 16 @ 10:09 PM EST

A1: Ss 1st ALWAYS!! My new saying: Ss 1st, Standards 2nd: How U do 2nd depends on 1st. Relationships & connections above all. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:06 PM EST

Q1 (for practicing teachers ... or for anyone really!) #DitchBook

mandyeellis Feb 16 @ 10:09 PM EST

A1: Teach kids first... then content... #ditchbook

HistoriaTeacher Feb 16 @ 10:09 PM EST

Absolutely true! Ss will work for teachers they know care #ditchbook

In reply to @Miss_Lievens

emosier3 Feb 16 @ 10:09 PM EST

Another Davenport teacher representin'!!! I love it! Thanks for joining #ditchbook tonight, Abbi!!!

Miss_Lievens Feb 16 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1: That they matter more than anything! Ss don't care what you're teaching them if they don't know you care. Get to know them! #ditchbook

TaraMartinEDU Feb 16 @ 10:09 PM EST

A1 That it's best to find Ss strengths first and play to them. Key to building a trusting relationship. Ss want to feel valued. #ditchbook

MViTDiTeach Feb 16 @ 10:09 PM EST

Exactly! Ts who know their Ss are the best ones #ditchbook

In reply to @craigklement

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:09 PM EST

Hey Brant! Wow, doing double duty, huh? Good to see you, my friend! #DitchBook

In reply to @PrincipalNyberg

rachelmarker Feb 16 @ 10:09 PM EST

A1 That relationships come first, always. Spend the time to build community. And keep getting to know your Ss all year! #Ditchbook

Sciology Feb 16 @ 10:09 PM EST

A1 How important relationships were to all students.The time and effort you take to build them in the beginning pays off. #DitchBook

SteinbrinkLaura Feb 16 @ 10:09 PM EST

A1: Both parents were Ts and later an admin and counselor . No regrets here. Mom still gets hugs from now grown Ss. #ditchbook

m_drez Feb 16 @ 10:10 PM EST

A1 If you can't reach their heart, you can't reach their mind. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:06 PM EST

Q1 (for practicing teachers ... or for anyone really!) #DitchBook

techcoachjuarez Feb 16 @ 10:10 PM EST

So important with all Ss, especially low SE Ss. #ditchbook

CoriOrlando1 Feb 16 @ 10:09 PM EST
A1: Ss 1st ALWAYS!! My new saying: Ss 1st, Standards 2nd: How U do 2nd depends on 1st. Relationships & connections above all. #ditchbook
- jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:06 PM EST
  
  Q1 (for practicing teachers ... or for anyone really!) #DitchBook

rachelmarker Feb 16 @ 10:10 PM EST

Hi friend! Kids in bed and happy to be here! #Ditchbook

In reply to @emosier3

wizardwarren Feb 16 @ 10:10 PM EST

Sarah here, 7th grade sci teacher from Colorado, checking in late after PT conferences.... #ditchbook

dottiehellmich Feb 16 @ 10:10 PM EST

R1 Find something good in every student. It's in there! #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Feb 16 @ 10:10 PM EST

1000 #ditchpoints for each Davenport teacher, Mr. Mosier. Way to go! #ditchbook

In reply to @emosier3

AndersonEdTech Feb 16 @ 10:10 PM EST

As 23 yr old 1st yr T, had a convo with a S about how he thought his GF was pregnant, a real shocker #ditchbook

In reply to @TraceySmith311, @jmattmiller

MrsLedford6Eng Feb 16 @ 10:10 PM EST

A1: Don’t be afraid to be real and transparent. They are people first, then Ss. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:10 PM EST

I didn't get to meet you when I visited Sudlow, did I? cc @emosier3 #DitchBook

In reply to @coachhill2011, @emosier3

BDicksonNV Feb 16 @ 10:10 PM EST

A1 that they're what really matter-strategies & curriculum & new shinny tech fall in & out of fashion but Relationships are key #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:06 PM EST

Q1 (for practicing teachers ... or for anyone really!) #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:10 PM EST

Me too! "Don't smile til October" IS totally bogus! #DitchBook

In reply to @techcoachjuarez

ToddShriver Feb 16 @ 10:10 PM EST

That is true! Students want to know we listen and care. Good way to build that trust #ditchbook

In reply to @MrWawczak

DaultonAS Feb 16 @ 10:10 PM EST

A1: Relationships are the cornerstone of what we do. It's more important than we will ever realize. #DitchBook

LCHSMrFleming Feb 16 @ 10:10 PM EST

A1: That they ebb and flow… and to never give up. #DitchBook

emosier3 Feb 16 @ 10:10 PM EST

Thanks, Sean!!! I love #ditchpoints! #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Feb 16 @ 10:10 PM EST

1000 #ditchpoints for each Davenport teacher, Mr. Mosier. Way to go! #ditchbook
In reply to @emosier3

MViTDiTeach Feb 16 @ 10:10 PM EST

Hey Tisha! Been awhile :) #ditchbook

In reply to @tishrich

SoperWritings Feb 16 @ 10:10 PM EST

A1 - You continue to make impressions on students even after they aren't on your roster anymore - they care that you still care #ditchbook

RIsaacRivas Feb 16 @ 10:10 PM EST

A1: Relationships are just impactful for Ts as they are for Ss. #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:10 PM EST

Whoa! Mandy's here! Hey, how ya doin??? #DitchBook

In reply to @mandyeellis

MsSpartacus406 Feb 16 @ 10:10 PM EST

A1: Diff ways to dev relationships while balancing formal/informal, on/off task, etc my schooling was too focused on curriculum #ditchbook

m_drez Feb 16 @ 10:11 PM EST

@jmattmiller Whoever came up with that one needs a good look in the mirror, and a smile. #ditchbook

In reply to @techcoachjuarez, @jmattmiller

rachelmarker Feb 16 @ 10:11 PM EST

A1 b) Get the @responsiveclass resources & start each day w a morning meeting. Best part of the day! #Ditchbook

In reply to @responsiveclass

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:11 PM EST

This is so important. A big message from #tlap @burgessdave: I want kids to graduate knowing ME too! #DitchBook

In reply to @burgessdave

KathiSueSummers Feb 16 @ 10:07 PM EST

A1: That it is okay to share yourself with them. Show them that you are like them. #ditchbook

jaballin14 Feb 16 @ 10:11 PM EST

A1.2 this here... #ditchbook

techcoachjuarez Feb 16 @ 10:11 PM EST

I always give me Ss the entire story of my life on day one. #smilesandjokesgalore #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:10 PM EST

Me too! "Don't smile til October" IS totally bogus! #DitchBook
In reply to @techcoachjuarez

mathkaveli Feb 16 @ 10:11 PM EST

a1 being a "good T" is more than about scores, it's about people first develop your relationships #ditchbook

wizardwarren Feb 16 @ 10:11 PM EST

A1 It's usually not about you, even when they come at you sideways. Look deeper for what is really going on, what needs are #ditchbook

mandyeellis Feb 16 @ 10:11 PM EST

in the house! Glad to be able to take the time to chat and learn! Singing your praises daily #ditchbook

In reply to @jmattmiller

rachelmarker Feb 16 @ 10:11 PM EST

Yeah! #Ditchbook loves newcomers. Welcome!

In reply to @MrBold05

cheffernan75 Feb 16 @ 10:11 PM EST

that's the best answer yet. 20 years in and I still struggle when I hear what some Ss go through. #ditchbook

In reply to @themixitupgirls

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:11 PM EST

My goodness ... SO many retweetable tweets here in #DitchBook tonight! Keep it coming, folks!

MsB_Reilly Feb 16 @ 10:11 PM EST

A1: Someone told me it didn't matter if Ss liked you. I wish i had been told otherwise- who learns from someone they don't like? #ditchbook

MrWawczak Feb 16 @ 10:11 PM EST

Ugh. Easily a top 10 pet peeve #ditchbook

In reply to @pcmrsg

MViTDiTeach Feb 16 @ 10:11 PM EST

It's Cori! :) #ditchbook

In reply to @CoriOrlando1

AndersonEdTech Feb 16 @ 10:11 PM EST

It's comforting running into Ss from my first years that are almost 30 now and them telling me I had an influence on them #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:11 PM EST

A1 This https://t.co/rVEW0xWffK and this. #ditchbook

TaraMartinEDU Feb 16 @ 10:12 PM EST

Love this, Michael. #ditchbook

In reply to @m_drez

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:12 PM EST

You're too kind! Miss you guys at Dunlap already! #DitchBook

In reply to @mandyeellis

emosier3 Feb 16 @ 10:12 PM EST

Yes! You met him very briefly in the gym before you left. He just recently purchased the book, too. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:10 PM EST

I didn't get to meet you when I visited Sudlow, did I? cc @emosier3 #DitchBook
In reply to @coachhill2011, @emosier3

CoriOrlando1 Feb 16 @ 10:12 PM EST

For sure...even more important. WE can make all the diff. #ditchbook

In reply to @techcoachjuarez

GPearceWSD Feb 16 @ 10:12 PM EST

A1) be humble in regards to your knowledge. Let students see you as a learner. Let them be the expert from time to time. #ditchbook

MrBold05 Feb 16 @ 10:12 PM EST

Thanks I have wanted to hop in for one of these for a while now #ditchbook

In reply to @rachelmarker

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:12 PM EST

Ha ... yes! #DitchBook

In reply to @m_drez

TTmomTT - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:12 PM EST

Hey @megan_amend join in the convo! #ditchbook this is my amazing student teacher!

In reply to @megan_amend

TomWhalen805 Feb 16 @ 10:12 PM EST

A1) Don't try to be their buddy. Be their crazy uncle who wants to see them succeed. #ditchbook

BDicksonNV Feb 16 @ 10:12 PM EST

those kids who come back to share how they are doing are why we do it #ditchbook

In reply to @SoperWritings

RIsaacRivas Feb 16 @ 10:12 PM EST

A1: Be unapologetically you in every instance. Ss will mimic your behavior and feel safe to follow suit. #DitchBook

AnneKamper Feb 16 @ 10:12 PM EST

A1c: it's the most important thing! It will reward in dividends w/ respect and classroom management! #Ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:12 PM EST

Q2 (+ ALT Q2) are coming! #DitchBook

CoachWilliams23 Feb 16 @ 10:12 PM EST

I am a PE teacher in TN #ditchbook

In reply to @jmattmiller

MrBold05 Feb 16 @ 10:12 PM EST

This is huge its hard to not want to be the master of the room that first year #ditchbook

In reply to @GPearceWSD

CoriOrlando1 Feb 16 @ 10:12 PM EST

Oh Yeah...Hi all! Cori from So Cal here. Popping in for a bit. #ditchbook

MrSamJones13 Feb 16 @ 10:12 PM EST

A1: Invest in 1:1 conversation with Ss early in school year. Show interests in their interests and build the relationship early. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:13 PM EST

Q2 (for practicing teachers ... or for anyone for that matter!) #DitchBook

KathiSueSummers Feb 16 @ 10:13 PM EST

@MrBold05 good to see you tonight. #ditchbook

In reply to @MrBold05

Sciology Feb 16 @ 10:13 PM EST

This quote hung beside my desk to remind myself of this daily. #DitchBook

In reply to @jaballin14

HistoriaTeacher Feb 16 @ 10:13 PM EST

A1 Bank positives early, it helps when you need to have tough conversations later #ditchbook

rachelmarker Feb 16 @ 10:13 PM EST

A1 Speaking of relationships, here's a great way to connect w your Ss: https://t.co/LqIHtZ9s78 #Ditchbook

MrBold05 Feb 16 @ 10:13 PM EST

a1 That it is okay to be out there and try crazy ideas, because they will most likely help you reach kids in different ways #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:13 PM EST

ALT Q2 (for preservice teachers ... or, really, for anyone!) #DitchBook

KathiSueSummers Feb 16 @ 10:13 PM EST

@tishrich Hi, girlfriend. #ditchbook

In reply to @tishrich

krudewigmath1 Feb 16 @ 10:13 PM EST

A1- you never know what the student has experienced before they walk through the school doors. #DitchBook

MrsLedford6Eng Feb 16 @ 10:13 PM EST

Love this! It's so important! #ditchbook

TomWhalen805 Feb 16 @ 10:12 PM EST

A1) Don't try to be their buddy. Be their crazy uncle who wants to see them succeed. #ditchbook

MViTDiTeach Feb 16 @ 10:13 PM EST

A2: That Ss know more than you, embrace it instead of trying to be the only one to use it, give Ss options w/ tech #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:13 PM EST

So true! People first. And when they graduate and become adults, they're not even students anymore ... just people! #DitchBook

MrsLedford6Eng Feb 16 @ 10:10 PM EST

A1: Don’t be afraid to be real and transparent. They are people first, then Ss. #ditchbook

BDicksonNV Feb 16 @ 10:13 PM EST

A2 it will fail & it will happen when you need it most-have a back up plan #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:13 PM EST

Q2 (for practicing teachers ... or for anyone for that matter!) #DitchBook

coachhill2011 Feb 16 @ 10:13 PM EST

Yes Matt. I was the teacher in the gym. #ditchbook

mathkaveli Feb 16 @ 10:13 PM EST

a2 Take a breath first when tech doesn't work immediately...#ditchbook

emosier3 Feb 16 @ 10:13 PM EST

A1b: To be Yourself! Ss LOVE when Ts can act a little silly in the classroom. Even as silly as @burgessdave!!! #ditchbook

In reply to @burgessdave

MrBold05 Feb 16 @ 10:13 PM EST

A2 to give students a tool to create with not just a screen to stare at #ditchbook

mandyeellis Feb 16 @ 10:13 PM EST

A2: A wise old man once told me.. We don't need tech geeks that can teach... we need teacher geeks that can use tech @jmattmiller #ditchbook

In reply to @jmattmiller

rachelmarker Feb 16 @ 10:14 PM EST

Hate that feeling! I felt like morning meetings helped build rapport on Day 1. Does your school do them? #Ditchbook

In reply to @SEANJFAHEY

TTmomTT - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2: Tech is not a digital worksheet but a way to make lessons better. If it doesn't make it more rich, don't use the tech. #ditchbook

PrincipalNyberg Feb 16 @ 10:14 PM EST

a2. You're asking a guy who is actually older than the internet :) #ditchbook

Sciology Feb 16 @ 10:14 PM EST

I wish I could have met her. She is such an inspiration. #ditchbook

In reply to @KarlyMoura

barneshistory Feb 16 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2 technology does not replace good pedagogy!! #DitchBook

AndersonEdTech Feb 16 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2: This is something that I embraced and took off with, I need to recruit more to the #edtech Rebellion and mold some Jedis #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:13 PM EST

Q2 (for practicing teachers ... or for anyone for that matter!) #DitchBook

HistoriaTeacher Feb 16 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2 That it's okay to ask the students for help, its not a weakness #ditchbook

AnneKamper Feb 16 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2: Don't be afraid & don't give up! Sometimes things don't work right keep trying! Also try 1 new thing at a time!! #Ditchbook

craigklement - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2: not only about T using tech, but Ss. Tech can really make life easier and transform learning #ditchbook

KathiSueSummers Feb 16 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2: That students walk away with as many tools as they can to fill their toolbelts. #ditchbook

RIsaacRivas Feb 16 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2: Establish a culture of trust and flexibility so Ss feel empowered to use technology for its intended purpose. #DitchBook

MViTDiTeach Feb 16 @ 10:14 PM EST

Funny thing is, the scores go up if the relationshiips are stronger #ditchbook

In reply to @mathkaveli

rlfreedm Feb 16 @ 10:14 PM EST

A1. Really listen to Ss and process. Better to be responsive than reactive #ditchbook

m_drez Feb 16 @ 10:14 PM EST

Totally agree. Great point. An "I don't know" can go a long way. #ditchbook

In reply to @GPearceWSD

techcoachjuarez Feb 16 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2: I wish ppl would stop telling me their excuses for why they can't implement technology. If there's a will, there's a way. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:13 PM EST

Q2 (for practicing teachers ... or for anyone for that matter!) #DitchBook

TomWhalen805 Feb 16 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2) Always have a plan b for when you have tech trouble. #ditchbook

BDicksonNV Feb 16 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2 pedagogy first-know your stuff & what you believe before latching on to new and shinny #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:13 PM EST

Q2 (for practicing teachers ... or for anyone for that matter!) #DitchBook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2 Looks like I'm going with a @sylviaduckworth sketch for all of my answers tonight =) #ditchbook

In reply to @sylviaduckworth

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:14 PM EST

This is so true. At the grocery store. At the ball game. After they graduate. When you're in the community, you're always on. #DitchBook

SoperWritings Feb 16 @ 10:10 PM EST

A1 - You continue to make impressions on students even after they aren't on your roster anymore - they care that you still care #ditchbook

mandyeellis Feb 16 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2: We need to use technology to do things with kids that they wouldn't be able to do without the tech #ditchsummit #ditchbook #323learns

emosier3 Feb 16 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2: That there are SO MANY tools to use and SO MANY ways to use each one. Don't be scared to try something new. #ditchbook

burgessdave Feb 16 @ 10:14 PM EST

Hey! Okay...yeah...I get it! 😂 #DitchBook

In reply to @emosier3

LCHSMrFleming Feb 16 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2: That sometimes it doesn’t work… and sometimes the kids don’t either. #ditchbook

KamRenae Feb 16 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2 #DitchBook

MrWawczak Feb 16 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2: Technology is a tool. It isn't teaching #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:14 PM EST

This is a good one! #ditchbook

RIsaacRivas Feb 16 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2: Establish a culture of trust and flexibility so Ss feel empowered to use technology for its intended purpose. #DitchBook

CoriOrlando1 Feb 16 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2: What I now tell everyone: Pedagogy 1st. Take risks. Be ok w being a co-learner w your Ss. Don't let pendulum swing too far. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:13 PM EST

Q2 (for practicing teachers ... or for anyone for that matter!) #DitchBook

CoachWilliams23 Feb 16 @ 10:14 PM EST

A1 make sure you start a positive relationship with Ss parents early #DitchBook

In reply to @jmattmiller

MsSpartacus406 Feb 16 @ 10:14 PM EST

Yes! Trying to be a "good" T v just being me & letting it happen organically was big! Embrace YOU- important for Ss & Ts #ditchbook

RIsaacRivas Feb 16 @ 10:12 PM EST

A1: Be unapologetically you in every instance. Ss will mimic your behavior and feel safe to follow suit. #DitchBook

rachelmarker Feb 16 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2 You don't need to be the expert. Let the Ss learn and lead alongside you. #Ditchbook

Miss_Lievens Feb 16 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2: How worth it, it is!!! Can be a little stressful to try something new, but tech is AMAZING! Not to mention the kids LOVE it #ditchbook

AssignmentHelpN Feb 16 @ 10:15 PM EST

#ditchbook #moedchat 10 Simple Ways to Use Pinterest For Classroom Teaching https://t.co/0i2sbvZqo7

massignmenthelp Feb 16 @ 10:15 PM EST

#ditchbook #moedchat 7 Effective Lifestyle Changes To Help You Get Better Grades https://t.co/kWh2T6BCnt

KarlyMoura - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:15 PM EST

Agreed. Just need to watch it often. Very important reminder. #ditchbook

In reply to @Sciology

dottiehellmich Feb 16 @ 10:15 PM EST

A2 Don't be afraid to try something new. We learn by doing, whether it was a success or a fail. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:15 PM EST

This this THIS!!! Took the words right out of my mouth. Cliche? Nope. Just true. #DitchBook

jaballin14 Feb 16 @ 10:11 PM EST

A1.2 this here... #ditchbook

craigklement - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:15 PM EST

TRUTH! creation > consumption #ditchbook

In reply to @MrBold05

ToddShriver Feb 16 @ 10:15 PM EST

#DitchBook how it helps to engage students. Today it is their world. @Google had done an outstanding job providing Ts the resources needed

In reply to @Google

MViTDiTeach Feb 16 @ 10:15 PM EST

Felt that way for awhile, now I know the more fun we have together, the better off everyone is #ditchbook

In reply to @MsB_Reilly

mathkaveli Feb 16 @ 10:15 PM EST

absolutely! why i think it's so important not to worry about those things, take care of Ss first #ditchbook

In reply to @MViTDiTeach

Sciology Feb 16 @ 10:15 PM EST

A2 That the Ss would love it more then I did.Bringing in real life events make my Ss look at their world differently. #DitchBook

rlfreedm Feb 16 @ 10:15 PM EST

A2. It is ok to let Ss choose the best #edtech tool for them. #ditchbook

emosier3 Feb 16 @ 10:15 PM EST

Good! I love it, Dave!! I wish I had that much energy teaching adjectives as you do teaching cool SS topics! #envious #tlap #ditchbook

burgessdave Feb 16 @ 10:14 PM EST

Hey! Okay...yeah...I get it! 😂 #DitchBook
In reply to @emosier3

BDicksonNV Feb 16 @ 10:15 PM EST

#ditchbook

In reply to @CoriOrlando1

krudewigmath1 Feb 16 @ 10:15 PM EST

A2-go out of my comfort zone and take risks trying new things. Trying to dive in. #DitchBook

CoriOrlando1 Feb 16 @ 10:15 PM EST

Hey Dianne!! #ditchbook

In reply to @MViTDiTeach, @mathkaveli

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:15 PM EST

Oh! Yes! This is one of my FAVORITE TED Talks. Rita is amazing. Great sketch by @sylviaduckworth #DitchBook

In reply to @sylviaduckworth

KarlyMoura - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:11 PM EST

A1 This https://t.co/rVEW0xWffK and this. #ditchbook

mandyeellis Feb 16 @ 10:15 PM EST

@MarcusJBelin jump in the #ditchbook chat! Going on now! Mr. @burgessdave has even popped in... virtual selfie? #tlap

In reply to @MarcusJBelin, @burgessdave

tishrich Feb 16 @ 10:16 PM EST

A2: Don't have to use every new tech tool that comes along. What works for one, may not for another. #ditchbook

techcoachjuarez Feb 16 @ 10:16 PM EST

Often get told tech is one more thing on their plate. Tech IS the plate and helps to better manage the rest. #ditchbook @JoeMarquez70

Miss_Lievens Feb 16 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2: How worth it, it is!!! Can be a little stressful to try something new, but tech is AMAZING! Not to mention the kids LOVE it #ditchbook

DaultonAS Feb 16 @ 10:16 PM EST

A2: Make sure you use the tech to make a connection and not just to keep Ss busy or as a digital worksheet. #DitchBook

McNulty1977 Feb 16 @ 10:16 PM EST

A1) Don't try too hard or go too big. It's the little things you do each day that make the relationship meaningful & memorable. #ditchbook

AndersonEdTech Feb 16 @ 10:16 PM EST

We don't become experts without trying, you have a great support network here with #ditchbook

In reply to @krudewigmath1

TTmomTT - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:16 PM EST

When I grow up, I'm going to be @burgessdave I'm working on it every day. #ditchbook

In reply to @burgessdave, @emosier3, @burgessdave

rlfreedm Feb 16 @ 10:16 PM EST

How I learned about my maps. W Ss. So empowering! #ditchbook

In reply to @rachelmarker

RIsaacRivas Feb 16 @ 10:16 PM EST

A2: Technology shouldn't replace the curriculum. It should serve as a supplement to provide enriching experiences for Ss. #DitchBook

joyczech Feb 16 @ 10:16 PM EST

Hi- Joy, a school computer tech from WI. I'm particularly interested in your responses to Q2. #DitchBook

rachelmarker Feb 16 @ 10:16 PM EST

A2 "Hey, know about #HyperDocs? Let me show you." #Ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:16 PM EST

I remember that! Chaos with kids and balls in the gym. It was a fun trip! #DitchBook

In reply to @emosier3

HistoriaTeacher Feb 16 @ 10:16 PM EST

A2 Tech doesn't replace the teachers #ditchbook

MrSamJones13 Feb 16 @ 10:16 PM EST

A2: Be flexible! Don't be afraid to let the students explore even if it isn't exactly to the objective for the lesson. #ditchbook

wizardwarren Feb 16 @ 10:16 PM EST

A2 you don't have to be a tech expert to use tech with Ss, just be ready to problem solve with them #ditchbook

emosier3 Feb 16 @ 10:16 PM EST

YES!!! Great point! #ditchbook

In reply to @Miss_Lievens

PrincipalNyberg Feb 16 @ 10:16 PM EST

a2b. In 2017 this will no longer be a question... ...oh, and we won't have flying cars yet! #ditchbook

MrBold05 Feb 16 @ 10:16 PM EST

so true and you can overwhelm Ss if you just keep throwing things at them #ditchbook

In reply to @tishrich

mandyeellis Feb 16 @ 10:16 PM EST

A2: Don't focus on the tool. Focus on the standard... Find the tool to support the learning goal! #ditchbook #tlap #kidsdeserveit

MViTDiTeach Feb 16 @ 10:16 PM EST

One of my Ss is becoming the Tech go-to for the whole school, they call me looking for him, a 10 year old! #ditchbook

In reply to @HistoriaTeacher

SteinbrinkLaura Feb 16 @ 10:16 PM EST

A2: Think outside the box, even with tech. Equip Ss to think outside the box as well. #ditchbook

Sciology Feb 16 @ 10:16 PM EST

A2.1 To use it to reach the needs of all learners.Share with them how to connect beyond the classroom walls. #DitchBook

rachelmarker Feb 16 @ 10:16 PM EST

Exactly! Hi Rayna friend! Loved today's blog post :) #Ditchbook

In reply to @rlfreedm

tishrich Feb 16 @ 10:16 PM EST

A2 You don't have to have tech all figured out before you introduce it to kids. Let them know you are learning along with them! #ditchbook

MrsLedford6Eng Feb 16 @ 10:17 PM EST

A2: Nothing is perfect! It will fail at times! Yet is worth it in the end! #DitchBook

CoriOrlando1 Feb 16 @ 10:17 PM EST

Oh and "HI" Adam!!! #ditchbook

In reply to @techcoachjuarez

ToddShriver Feb 16 @ 10:17 PM EST

#DitchBook R2 The iPad reinvented my teaching because it allowed me to bring in outside resources to make my classroom better.

MsSpartacus406 Feb 16 @ 10:17 PM EST

A2: Tech is for so much more than assessments! Differentiation, sharing, connecting, creating, researching.... so much more! #ditchbook

rlfreedm Feb 16 @ 10:17 PM EST

A2. Choose 1-2 things to learn. Do not try it all at once! #ditchbook

jaballin14 Feb 16 @ 10:17 PM EST

A2: always be open to new and interesting tech. Volunteer to be the guinea pig when they look to pilot. #ditchbook

me509myci Feb 16 @ 10:17 PM EST

hope students will continue to reach beyond what I show them to explore on their own...love learning #ditchbook

In reply to @jmattmiller

emosier3 Feb 16 @ 10:17 PM EST

Except I'm going to dress like a trash can....live it, be the #ditchbook! :-)

TTmomTT - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:16 PM EST

When I grow up, I'm going to be @burgessdave I'm working on it every day. #ditchbook
In reply to @burgessdave, @emosier3, @burgessdave

RemScience Feb 16 @ 10:17 PM EST

Jumping in late, but I'm here. #DitchBook

techcoachjuarez Feb 16 @ 10:17 PM EST

So when am I coming to do a session in your class @missr2mrsj ? #ditchbook

In reply to @missr2mrsj

m_drez Feb 16 @ 10:17 PM EST

A2 Sometimes the best tech is no tech at all. Don't force it. Is it transforming or accelerating learning? If no, reasses. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:13 PM EST

Q2 (for practicing teachers ... or for anyone for that matter!) #DitchBook

MViTDiTeach Feb 16 @ 10:17 PM EST

Great advice! #ditchbook

TomWhalen805 Feb 16 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2) Always have a plan b for when you have tech trouble. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:17 PM EST

AND that sometimes, the tech doesn't work and the kids like your last-second Plan B better than your original plans! #DitchBook

LCHSMrFleming Feb 16 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2: That sometimes it doesn’t work… and sometimes the kids don’t either. #ditchbook

AnneKamper Feb 16 @ 10:17 PM EST

A2: Remember its for the kids! We don't have to be experts in all of it! It's ok for the kids to pick what works for them! #Ditchbook

rachelmarker Feb 16 @ 10:17 PM EST

A2 b) Push buttons. You won't destroy anything. #Ditchbook

AndersonEdTech Feb 16 @ 10:17 PM EST

Laugh at yourself if you do fail with it #ditchbook

In reply to @tishrich

emosier3 Feb 16 @ 10:17 PM EST

Ah, yes, Kid's Night Out. Feel free to come back and join us for that ANY time you wish...! #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:16 PM EST

I remember that! Chaos with kids and balls in the gym. It was a fun trip! #DitchBook
In reply to @emosier3

emosier3 Feb 16 @ 10:18 PM EST

Sometimes the Ss don't even realize that it's tanking!!! #ditchbook

Miss_Lievens Feb 16 @ 10:16 PM EST

Yes! Try something new and it's okay if it doesn't turn out well! Always worth a shot!
In reply to @emosier3

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:18 PM EST

Q3 is coming, folks! #DitchBook

themixitupgirls Feb 16 @ 10:18 PM EST

A2:These r hard ?'s.I lrn by experimenting, pushing buttons, dwnlding 100s of apps.Until I c it or use it I dont no what I want! #DitchBook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:18 PM EST

A2.b Very excellent advice from my pal @nzefeldt #ditchbook

In reply to @nzefeldt

CoachWilliams23 Feb 16 @ 10:18 PM EST

A2 that students would take care of the IPads. Would've used them a few yrs back but I was nervous #DitchBook

In reply to @jmattmiller

CoriOrlando1 Feb 16 @ 10:18 PM EST

"When you know better, you do better" - Maya Angelou- We need to show them "better" #ditchbook

In reply to @techcoachjuarez, @JoeMarquez70

RIsaacRivas Feb 16 @ 10:18 PM EST

A2: Technology can be a tool Ss can use to self-differentiate. We want resilient, accountable Ss, don't we? #DitchBook

SEANJFAHEY Feb 16 @ 10:18 PM EST

A2 You can't have it all! #ditchbook

dunroe_erin Feb 16 @ 10:18 PM EST

A2: You don't need to be perfect before you try something in the classroom. Learn along with your Ss! #ditchbook

McNulty1977 Feb 16 @ 10:18 PM EST

A2) Just take the risk. Try it. The potential benefits are far greater than the tiny potential bump of it failing. #ditchbook

MsB_Reilly Feb 16 @ 10:18 PM EST

A2: Tech provides choice! Let Ss find/ share/ use resources they want to use! #ditchbook

RemScience Feb 16 @ 10:18 PM EST

A1: That it really is worth smiling before Christmas and building rapport. #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:18 PM EST

Q3 (for practicing teachers -- or anyone!) #DitchBook

rachelmarker Feb 16 @ 10:18 PM EST

.@MsSpartacus406 Yeah! Love seeing you in #Ditchbook!

In reply to @MsSpartacus406

SEANJFAHEY Feb 16 @ 10:18 PM EST

Except for the red button. NEVER push the red button #ditchbook

rachelmarker Feb 16 @ 10:17 PM EST

A2 b) Push buttons. You won't destroy anything. #Ditchbook

rachelmarker Feb 16 @ 10:19 PM EST

Touche, touche. 😂 #Ditchbook

In reply to @KamRenae

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:19 PM EST

ALT Q3 (for preservice Ts or ... you guessed it ... anyone!) #DitchBook

MsSpartacus406 Feb 16 @ 10:19 PM EST

Tech= amazing, but beware using tech for the sake of using-- just using it doesn't make you innovative #ditchbook

MViTDiTeach Feb 16 @ 10:19 PM EST

A3: #bettertogether, no one should go at it alone, Ts who collaborate have Ss who benefit the most! #ditchbook

MrSamJones13 Feb 16 @ 10:19 PM EST

A2: Seek out a colleague who is anxious about tech use and be a positive cheerleader for their efforts on using tech in lessons. #ditchbook

craigklement - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:19 PM EST

but Adele said we could #ditchbook

In reply to @SEANJFAHEY

CoriOrlando1 Feb 16 @ 10:19 PM EST

#plottiwst Sometimes the plan B is more engaging. #ditchbook

In reply to @TomWhalen805

SandraBaldwin18 Feb 16 @ 10:19 PM EST

Technology gives us a new perspective on solving problems, it engaging our thinking in completely different ways Q2 #ditchbook

MrWawczak Feb 16 @ 10:19 PM EST

A3: There are times that others might look at collaborating as a bad thing... #ditchbook

emosier3 Feb 16 @ 10:19 PM EST

A3: That each teacher has their unique perspective and if you can relate to all of them, your teaching life will be grand!!! #ditchbook

m_drez Feb 16 @ 10:19 PM EST

Hey @jmattmiller, are you moderating two chats at once, a #ditchbook chat AND alt chat?! Wow. 👏

In reply to @jmattmiller

HistoriaTeacher Feb 16 @ 10:19 PM EST

A2 Sometimes we have to teach Ss how to use tech, Ss speak tech slang, not always the proper tech grammar #ditchbook

MrBold05 Feb 16 @ 10:19 PM EST

A3 The best ideas sometimes come from work with people who you dont normally want to #ditchbook

SoperWritings Feb 16 @ 10:19 PM EST

A2 - take notes on what works & back up all your examples - it's so much easier to turnkey knowledge to peers with real material #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:19 PM EST

Hi Joy! Yep, me too ... they've been pretty good so far! #DitchBook

In reply to @joyczech

CoriOrlando1 Feb 16 @ 10:19 PM EST

OMG...I just wrote the same thing!! #ditchbook

In reply to @jmattmiller

RIsaacRivas Feb 16 @ 10:19 PM EST

A3: Your best resources come from the Ts next door. Most are ready and willing to support you, so ask them. #DitchBook

techcoachjuarez Feb 16 @ 10:19 PM EST

A3: I wish the stereotypical teacher with door locked would disappear. Good Ts stand on shoulders of giants and collab. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:18 PM EST

Q3 (for practicing teachers -- or anyone!) #DitchBook

BDicksonNV Feb 16 @ 10:19 PM EST

10 minutes until #teachNVchat hope you're able to check it out #nvedchat #ditchbook #BmoreEdchat #ecechat #caedchat #teachstrong #edvoice

MrWawczak Feb 16 @ 10:19 PM EST

A3: Always been of the mindset that two brains are better than one #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:19 PM EST

Wow. So much wisdom in #DitchBook tonight. Keep dropping the inspiration bombs, y'all.

RemScience Feb 16 @ 10:19 PM EST

A2: What a wonderful world it would be! Build your toolbox early, use your "swiss army knife." Try new things. #DitchBook

HistoriaTeacher Feb 16 @ 10:19 PM EST

A3 Every teacher is different...and that is okay #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:19 PM EST

A3: BE ON TWITTER!!! I'm so sad I waited as long as I did to learn from this fantastic PLN! Free PD, anytime, anyplace #ditchbook

KathiSueSummers Feb 16 @ 10:19 PM EST

A3: I think it would be "there is no I in TEAM." We all have to work together. #ditchbook

m_drez Feb 16 @ 10:20 PM EST

Nailed it. Things are bound to stall. Keep pushing on. #ditchbook

In reply to @AnneKamper

MViTDiTeach Feb 16 @ 10:20 PM EST

Not with an iPad, but DITTO! #ditchbook

ToddShriver Feb 16 @ 10:17 PM EST

#DitchBook R2 The iPad reinvented my teaching because it allowed me to bring in outside resources to make my classroom better.

craigklement - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:20 PM EST

A3: that other Ts can be your greatest resource. I was alone my 1st year and it was so hard. Seek others help #ditchbook

MsSpartacus406 Feb 16 @ 10:20 PM EST

Problem solving w/tech (& in general) is a great life skill for Ss -- I've done whole lessons on trouble shooting #ditchbook @wizardwarren

In reply to @wizardwarren

CoachWilliams23 Feb 16 @ 10:20 PM EST

A3 the best way to learn new ideas #DitchBook

In reply to @jmattmiller

TimmyHuls Feb 16 @ 10:20 PM EST

A2 The students will know more than you-learn from them and guide them in a positive direction @jmattmiller #ditchbook

In reply to @jmattmiller

JPPrezz Feb 16 @ 10:20 PM EST

#ditchbook A3: Everyone works and collaborates differently. We need to learn to "read the team" and adapt.

techcoachjuarez Feb 16 @ 10:20 PM EST

A3b: We humans are a social species, hence collaboration is in our best interest and in our nature. #ditchbook

McNulty1977 Feb 16 @ 10:20 PM EST

A3) Gain new ideas, new perspectives, and new points of view. In other words: Grow. #ditchbook

m_drez Feb 16 @ 10:20 PM EST

@jmattmiller Translates to I can't learn. Not the message to send. #ditchbook

In reply to @techcoachjuarez, @jmattmiller

HistoriaTeacher Feb 16 @ 10:20 PM EST

A3 That you don't have to be an island...it's not a weakness to ask for help #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:20 PM EST

I want this in a huge 20x20 poster in every school. #DitchBook

me509myci Feb 16 @ 10:17 PM EST

hope students will continue to reach beyond what I show them to explore on their own...love learning #ditchbook
In reply to @jmattmiller

mandyeellis Feb 16 @ 10:20 PM EST

A3: Find your tribe and surround yourself with those that push, encourage, and support innovation and creativity #tlap #ditchbook

ToddShriver Feb 16 @ 10:20 PM EST

#DitchBook R3 Don't be afraid to learn from others! We as teachers are all in this together. I am still a learner! My Ss deserve the best!

MrBold05 Feb 16 @ 10:20 PM EST

I wish I got on right away, It helps make that stranded on an island feeling not so defeating #ditchbook

In reply to @TTmomTT

AndersonEdTech Feb 16 @ 10:20 PM EST

A3: My first few years, not many wanted to collaborate, tell me it's ok to collaborate! It is! #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:18 PM EST

Q3 (for practicing teachers -- or anyone!) #DitchBook

themixitupgirls Feb 16 @ 10:20 PM EST

A2:1 imp thing-Let ur Ss tch u how &what to use!I lrnd all about imovie from a 7gr S yrs ago.Then used it for my masters thesis! #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:20 PM EST

Hey, look who's here! #RebekahRocks #DitchBook

In reply to @RemScience

SteinbrinkLaura Feb 16 @ 10:21 PM EST

A3: I wish someone would have told me Twitter is great for collaboration. I just discovered it in October! Ahhhh! #ditchbook

brandee_brandt Feb 16 @ 10:21 PM EST

A2: that there are many ways to integrate tech into good teaching!#DitchBook

barneshistory Feb 16 @ 10:21 PM EST

A3 collaboration is the key to success. Without it Ts and Ss are alone on an island!! #DitchBook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:21 PM EST

A3 Collaboration is key!!! Don't be a silo! I just wish there were Twitter and edcamps back then! #ditchbook

CoriOrlando1 Feb 16 @ 10:21 PM EST

A3: Collaboration is a MUST. Collaborate w/in And beyond your site. Flattened walls has opened up a whole new world. #noegos #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:18 PM EST

Q3 (for practicing teachers -- or anyone!) #DitchBook

DaultonAS Feb 16 @ 10:21 PM EST

A3: We need to live in a world of teachers helping teachers. #DitchBook

craigklement - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:21 PM EST

even Ts in other content areas #ditchbook

In reply to @RIsaacRivas

dunroe_erin Feb 16 @ 10:21 PM EST

A3: it may take time to build trust but don't give up, keep collaborating, keep sharing ideas #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:21 PM EST

LOL Kam! So true! #DitchBook

In reply to @KamRenae, @rachelmarker

dottiehellmich Feb 16 @ 10:21 PM EST

A3 Collaboration=survival. There is no reason to go it alone! #ditchbook

joerobison907 Feb 16 @ 10:21 PM EST

A3. that collaborating w/ like-minded people would be the life-blood of your career-- creating growth mindset and motivation #ditchbook

KamRenae Feb 16 @ 10:21 PM EST

A3 #DitchBook build a PLN and knock down the 4 walls of your classroom/school for you and your students sake!!

techcoachjuarez Feb 16 @ 10:21 PM EST

#whatshesaid #dontbeasilo #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:21 PM EST

A3 Collaboration is key!!! Don't be a silo! I just wish there were Twitter and edcamps back then! #ditchbook

BDicksonNV Feb 16 @ 10:21 PM EST

A3 its hard & its like marriage-no one gets there way all the time & sometimes you have to clean up someone elses mess #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:18 PM EST

Q3 (for practicing teachers -- or anyone!) #DitchBook

PrincipalNyberg Feb 16 @ 10:21 PM EST

a3. One day there will be this thing called Twitter... ...be on it! #ditchbook

rachelmarker Feb 16 @ 10:21 PM EST

A3 Collaboration is not the same as coordinating & cooperating. Carve out time for meaningful PLC work. #Ditchbook

RemScience Feb 16 @ 10:21 PM EST

A3: Build a PLN beyond the school. Share ideas. Listen. Be brave. #DitchBook

TTmomTT - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:21 PM EST

We are a thieving bunch of people. It education, it's a good thing! #ditchbook

In reply to @craigklement

LCHSMrFleming Feb 16 @ 10:21 PM EST

A3: That it’s awesome. Love the community and capabilities between educators and students. Technology really helps in this area. #ditchbook

Bethany_Petty Feb 16 @ 10:21 PM EST

Hi! Bethany from MO popping in for a second. A1: that it's ok to be the eccentric, silly teacher! It's more fun for me and Ss! #DitchBook

AnneKamper Feb 16 @ 10:21 PM EST

A3: You are not a Silo! Beg, Borrow, & Steal! I did it when I was a young teacher & returned it when I became wise! #Ditchbook

RIsaacRivas Feb 16 @ 10:21 PM EST

A3: "It takes a village to raise a child." Find your village. You still need raising. #DitchBook

Miss_Lievens Feb 16 @ 10:21 PM EST

A3: It's essential! Teaching is tough! Not something we can take on alone. SO many things happen when great minds work together #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:22 PM EST

A3.b #ditchbook =)

SoperWritings Feb 16 @ 10:22 PM EST

A3 - more often than not, helping others is the key to unlocking the true potential in your own creative pedagogical ideas #ditchbook

emosier3 Feb 16 @ 10:22 PM EST

Love this, Anne!!! #ditchbook

AnneKamper Feb 16 @ 10:21 PM EST

A3: You are not a Silo! Beg, Borrow, & Steal! I did it when I was a young teacher & returned it when I became wise! #Ditchbook

krudewigmath1 Feb 16 @ 10:22 PM EST

A3-embrace it! You will learn more tha. You can imagine. #DitchBook

mandyeellis Feb 16 @ 10:22 PM EST

A3: Always tell myself. leaders don't create followers... they create more leaders. We aren't int this alone #ditchbook #tlap #kidsdeserveit

Sciology Feb 16 @ 10:22 PM EST

A3 Collaboration is key to student success.Collaborate with grade level and vertical Ts. #DitchBook

TTmomTT - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:22 PM EST

YES! #ditchbook

In reply to @mandyeellis

HistoriaTeacher Feb 16 @ 10:22 PM EST

A3 Teaching is tough enough as it is, you don't have to do it yourself #ditchbook

tishrich Feb 16 @ 10:22 PM EST

A3: Building a PLN has changed my life as an educator. We are all #bettertogether and can learn so much from each other! #ditchbook

techcoachjuarez Feb 16 @ 10:22 PM EST

I will drop by tomorrow and we'll set something up #gododgers #ditchbook

In reply to @missr2mrsj

craigklement - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:22 PM EST

so we are a bunch of pirates? Plunder from each other @burgessdave #Ditchbook

In reply to @TTmomTT, @burgessdave

MsSpartacus406 Feb 16 @ 10:22 PM EST

A3: How to do it! Collab was not a huge part of my pre-teaching days #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:22 PM EST

This is key, esp in this ubiquitous information, Google-heavy world. We don't know everything. And that's the way it should be. #DitchBook

TimmyHuls Feb 16 @ 10:20 PM EST

A2 The students will know more than you-learn from them and guide them in a positive direction @jmattmiller #ditchbook
In reply to @jmattmiller

GPearceWSD Feb 16 @ 10:22 PM EST

A2) give Ss time to use the tech without direction. If spoon fed they will just copy you. Through play they can be so creative. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:22 PM EST

Hey! JP is here! Good to see you man! #DitchBook

In reply to @JPPrezz

rlfreedm Feb 16 @ 10:22 PM EST

A3. Collaborating w/ Ss should b top priority. Builds relationships that last long after their time in the classroom. #ditchbook

MrSamJones13 Feb 16 @ 10:22 PM EST

A3: Seek out colleagues in other subjects for new approaches to common problems. Squad up! #ditchbook

MViTDiTeach Feb 16 @ 10:22 PM EST

Google is my Godsend, & I was using a lot of tech before I knew about it, now can't live w/o in or out of class #ditchbook

In reply to @ToddShriver

Sciology Feb 16 @ 10:22 PM EST

PREACH IT!!!! #ditchbook

In reply to @TTmomTT

TTmomTT - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:23 PM EST

that we are! #ditchbook #tlap

In reply to @craigklement, @burgessdave

m_drez Feb 16 @ 10:23 PM EST

A3 The smartest person in the room is the room. Take advantage of what others can offer. Get off the island! #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:18 PM EST

Q3 (for practicing teachers -- or anyone!) #DitchBook

HistoriaTeacher Feb 16 @ 10:23 PM EST

I give 5 min explore time with new apps...challenges to see what they can figure out #ditchbook

In reply to @GPearceWSD

me509myci Feb 16 @ 10:23 PM EST

open minds! willingness 2 make mistakes, keep trying! Ss are pretty fearless, why aren't we when learning? JUMP IN! #ditchbook

In reply to @jmattmiller

jaballin14 Feb 16 @ 10:23 PM EST

A3: that through authentic collaboration great student centered lessons emerge. Spent too many years in my silo. SMH 👎 #ditchbook

techcoachjuarez Feb 16 @ 10:23 PM EST

Take off the training wheels and let Ss explore and #failforward toward authentic learning @CoriOrlando1 #ditchbook

In reply to @CoriOrlando1

GPearceWSD Feb 16 @ 10:22 PM EST

A2) give Ss time to use the tech without direction. If spoon fed they will just copy you. Through play they can be so creative. #ditchbook

SteinbrinkLaura Feb 16 @ 10:23 PM EST

Alt Q3: I hope to produce something far better than I could do on my own & allow ideas of others to be fairly considered (by me). #ditchbook

craigklement - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:23 PM EST

I had to seek it out. Ts at my 1st campus was very isolated #Ditchbook

In reply to @AndersonEdTech

rachelmarker Feb 16 @ 10:23 PM EST

A3 b) Collab comes in many forms: f2f, Twitter PLNs, edcamps. Try it all! #Ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:23 PM EST

YES. If your actions are saying "I can't learn," then how in the WORLD can you call yourself a teacher?!? #DitchBook

m_drez Feb 16 @ 10:20 PM EST

@jmattmiller Translates to I can't learn. Not the message to send. #ditchbook
In reply to @techcoachjuarez, @jmattmiller

MrsLedford6Eng Feb 16 @ 10:23 PM EST

A3: Just share. It's not bragging, it's part of the process! Thanks @burgessdave! #DitchBook

In reply to @burgessdave

MsSpartacus406 Feb 16 @ 10:23 PM EST

A3(2)- It takes felxibility, diff methods for diff people, persistence, time, defined goals #ditchbook

wizardwarren Feb 16 @ 10:23 PM EST

A3 - Say "yes" more. Give others ideas a chance! It doesn't have to be your way, or even comfortable for you... #ditchbook

craigklement - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:23 PM EST

right! #ditchbook

In reply to @KarlyMoura

CoriOrlando1 Feb 16 @ 10:23 PM EST

I feel sorry for Ss & T in silo classrooms. The world can be so much brighter!! #ditchbook

In reply to @techcoachjuarez

brandee_brandt Feb 16 @ 10:23 PM EST

A3: collaboration isn't just with the people in the room! So glad I know that now! #DitchBook

MsSpartacus406 Feb 16 @ 10:23 PM EST

Yeah! Glad to be here! #ditchbook

In reply to @rachelmarker

techcoachjuarez Feb 16 @ 10:23 PM EST

This was a funny Jim Carrey Movie. #ditchbook

wizardwarren Feb 16 @ 10:23 PM EST

A3 - Say "yes" more. Give others ideas a chance! It doesn't have to be your way, or even comfortable for you... #ditchbook

m_drez Feb 16 @ 10:24 PM EST

Alone we are smart, together we are brilliant. #ditchbook

In reply to @AnneKamper

MrBold05 Feb 16 @ 10:24 PM EST

A3 the people in the building are not the only people to collaborate with, the edu world is huge if you know how to navigate it #ditchbook

ToddShriver Feb 16 @ 10:24 PM EST

#ditchbook Relationships my colleague @1988project has a timeline in class that shows High School is only small part of life. Kids identify

In reply to @1988project

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:24 PM EST

Moving right along to Q4 ... (PS: Running a little behind on our traditional 30min format. Rules were made to be broken!) #DitchBook

MViTDiTeach Feb 16 @ 10:24 PM EST

I have a difficult time understanding them, works against everything I am #ditchbook

In reply to @CoriOrlando1, @techcoachjuarez

RIsaacRivas Feb 16 @ 10:24 PM EST

A3: Find and create your squad that would put Taylor Swift's squad to shame! #DitchBook

rachelmarker Feb 16 @ 10:24 PM EST

And sometimes collab'ing w folks of diff mindsets helps us grow too. :) #Ditchbook

In reply to @joerobison907

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:24 PM EST

Q4 (yep ... practicing teachers. Or anyone.) #DitchBook

mathkaveli Feb 16 @ 10:24 PM EST

A3 collaboration is king #ditchbook

MarcusJBelin Feb 16 @ 10:24 PM EST

Don't just like someone's tweet, comment on their tweet. You will be amazed and how the through and connections will grow. #ditchbook

HistoriaTeacher Feb 16 @ 10:25 PM EST

A4 That the kids that need it most likely won't do it #ditchbook

joerobison907 Feb 16 @ 10:25 PM EST

A4. not to #ditchbook

TaraMartinEDU Feb 16 @ 10:25 PM EST

A3 Share ideas; give & receive. Gain new "curious combinations"& help make us better edus to empower Ss. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:25 PM EST

ALT Q4 (yep. Preservice teachers. Or anyone. Yep.) #DitchBook

MsSpartacus406 Feb 16 @ 10:25 PM EST

Also- the many diff people/groups Ts have to collaborate with- not just other Ts!-- Ss, Ps, Admins, community members... #ditchbook

mandyeellis Feb 16 @ 10:25 PM EST

there he is! Woot Woot! #ditchbook

In reply to @MarcusJBelin

TTmomTT - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:25 PM EST

How did I get 3 minutes behind? #ditchbook

MViTDiTeach Feb 16 @ 10:25 PM EST

A4: That you shouldn't do it. HMWK is NOT a requirement to get through school & learn #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:25 PM EST

A4 Don't. #ditchbook

rlfreedm Feb 16 @ 10:25 PM EST

A4. Ask yourself who is the homework for? Who benefits? What is the purpose? #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Feb 16 @ 10:25 PM EST

A3 There will be those teachers that will not agree or approved of what you want to do. Learn to take criticism & use it to grow #ditchbook

tishrich Feb 16 @ 10:25 PM EST

A3: Ss demonstrate their learning in mind blowing ways when they collaborate & create together. Let them go & watch them soar! #ditchbook

AndersonEdTech Feb 16 @ 10:25 PM EST

A4: You don't have to give it, or at least give way less of it #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:24 PM EST

Q4 (yep ... practicing teachers. Or anyone.) #DitchBook

KathiSueSummers Feb 16 @ 10:25 PM EST

A4: Don't get hung up on it. #ditchbook

CoriOrlando1 Feb 16 @ 10:25 PM EST

"worked" w 1st today-they didn't need me. I just gave assignment & said "Don't b afraid 2 press things" #amazing #ditchbook

In reply to @techcoachjuarez

BDicksonNV Feb 16 @ 10:25 PM EST

A4 its not about quantity its about quality (if you give it) make that feedback matter or it wont matter to anyone #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:24 PM EST

Q4 (yep ... practicing teachers. Or anyone.) #DitchBook

techcoachjuarez Feb 16 @ 10:25 PM EST

A4: I was told by superintendent 12 years ago not to give HW. I scoffed at it then. He was on to something. Traditional HW sux. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:24 PM EST

Q4 (yep ... practicing teachers. Or anyone.) #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:25 PM EST

Holy cow! So many tweets. So many tweeps. Folks, we're going to break the Twitters! (That's a good thing. Keep tweeting!) #DitchBook

MrBold05 Feb 16 @ 10:25 PM EST

A4 Just because you got it does not mean you need to give it Ss world are different than the one you were in adapt #ditchbook

mandyeellis Feb 16 @ 10:25 PM EST

A4: Good question! Interested int the responses from the trenches! #ditchbook

MarcusJBelin Feb 16 @ 10:25 PM EST

Q4: Not to give it... #ditchbook What does it do to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes?

PrincipalNyberg Feb 16 @ 10:26 PM EST

a4. In the future, there will be this guy named @jmattmiller ...he might have some good ideas about homework :) #ditchbook.

In reply to @jmattmiller

techcoachjuarez Feb 16 @ 10:26 PM EST

Booooom! #ditchbook

CoriOrlando1 Feb 16 @ 10:25 PM EST

"worked" w 1st today-they didn't need me. I just gave assignment & said "Don't b afraid 2 press things" #amazing #ditchbook
In reply to @techcoachjuarez

AnneKamper Feb 16 @ 10:26 PM EST

A4: that it's not the end all be all! If you plan your lessons well you don't necessarily need HW for students to excel! #Ditchbook

pcmrsg Feb 16 @ 10:26 PM EST

That it isn't necessary! #ditchbook

MViTDiTeach Feb 16 @ 10:26 PM EST

Resources abound if you are willing to find them! #ditchbook

rachelmarker Feb 16 @ 10:23 PM EST

A3 b) Collab comes in many forms: f2f, Twitter PLNs, edcamps. Try it all! #Ditchbook

RemScience Feb 16 @ 10:26 PM EST

Hi Rachel! Great tip worth embracing. #DitchBook

In reply to @rachelmarker

RIsaacRivas Feb 16 @ 10:26 PM EST

A4: Homework doesn't yield the benefits or requirements you're looking for, so ditch it! #DitchBook

emosier3 Feb 16 @ 10:26 PM EST

A4: How "touchy" Ts feel about it. Some live by it, others despise it! Neither budges on opinion. Until @jmattmiller's book! #ditchbook

In reply to @jmattmiller

barneshistory Feb 16 @ 10:26 PM EST

A4 That it is nearly a complete waste of time. Take advantage of classtime!let the kids be kids at home!#DitchBook

themixitupgirls Feb 16 @ 10:26 PM EST

Alt3: honesty, reflection, humor, forgiveness, spontanaeity (sp?), laughter, respect, generosity, kindness, derermination, #DitchBook

JPPrezz Feb 16 @ 10:26 PM EST

#ditchbook A4: Make it relevant and realistic.

m_drez Feb 16 @ 10:26 PM EST

Here ya go. #ditchbook

In reply to @RIsaacRivas

MsSpartacus406 Feb 16 @ 10:26 PM EST

So important to be open/receptive! Also to ASK opinions, for help etc! New eyes are helpful! @emosier3 #ditchbook

In reply to @emosier3

craigklement - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:26 PM EST

A4: that it's a waste of Ss time and mine. Too much effort for little return. Better ways to have Ss learn outside the classroom #ditchbook

Sciology Feb 16 @ 10:26 PM EST

A1 It isn't a necessary evil.Quality assignments take time.No busy homework.Ss should be able to accomplish themselves. #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:27 PM EST

Don't worry Aaron ... I did too. At least we let ourselves out of those silos! #DitchBook

jaballin14 Feb 16 @ 10:23 PM EST

A3: that through authentic collaboration great student centered lessons emerge. Spent too many years in my silo. SMH 👎 #ditchbook

CoriOrlando1 Feb 16 @ 10:27 PM EST

Adults, too! I am guilty of enabling. But eventually,training wheels come off & #failforward #reflectback works. #ditchbook

In reply to @techcoachjuarez

MrBold05 Feb 16 @ 10:27 PM EST

We have a hw category in our grade book I try to not have much in there its busy work to the kids #ditchbook

In reply to @techcoachjuarez

techcoachjuarez Feb 16 @ 10:27 PM EST

A4b: More Ss tend to do "HW" in a flipped environment. #justsayin #ditchbook

TimmyHuls Feb 16 @ 10:27 PM EST

A4- Don't! @jmattmiller #ditchbook

In reply to @jmattmiller

TaraMartinEDU Feb 16 @ 10:27 PM EST

A3 Pt2 Getting connected is a GAME-CHANGER! Mind-blowing! #BetterTogether #ditchbook

LCHSMrFleming Feb 16 @ 10:27 PM EST

A4: they did tell me - to NEVER give it… I don’t. #ditchbook

ToddShriver Feb 16 @ 10:27 PM EST

#ditchbook R4 Make it relevant! Don't give it because it has always been part of education. In class work is just as powerful!

SteinbrinkLaura Feb 16 @ 10:27 PM EST

A4: No regrets here either. Homework has always been minimal, meaningful, and occasional. #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:27 PM EST

YES!!!!!! #ditchbook

PrincipalNyberg Feb 16 @ 10:26 PM EST

a4. In the future, there will be this guy named @jmattmiller ...he might have some good ideas about homework :) #ditchbook.
In reply to @jmattmiller

TomWhalen805 Feb 16 @ 10:27 PM EST

Depends on how good of a dancer you are sometimes! #ditchbook

In reply to @CoriOrlando1

joerobison907 Feb 16 @ 10:27 PM EST

A4. I wish someone had told me- "you'll be a parent of 4 elem. kids one day, and you'll see how stupid this archaic practice is" #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:27 PM EST

A4: We should practice and not overwhelm our students with HW. They need time to be kids too. #ditchbook

CoriOrlando1 Feb 16 @ 10:27 PM EST

#empathy helps. See their point of view. #ditchbook

In reply to @MViTDiTeach, @techcoachjuarez

SEANJFAHEY Feb 16 @ 10:27 PM EST

A4 Why are you giving HW?@alicekeeler during #ditchsummit reminded us we didn't take a teacher prep course for HW, so why do it? #ditchbook

In reply to @alicekeeler

themixitupgirls Feb 16 @ 10:27 PM EST

AltQ3 contd: A "these are all our kids" mentality so true vertical alignment and cross curricular planning to supp ALL learners #DitchBook

RemScience Feb 16 @ 10:27 PM EST

A4: Don't do it, but if you do, make it meaningful, thought-provoking, and minimal. #DitchBook

rachelmarker Feb 16 @ 10:27 PM EST

Me too! It's hard to imagine not having an amazing PLN to ask Qs, bounce ideas around, etc. #Ditchbook

In reply to @CoriOrlando1, @techcoachjuarez

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:27 PM EST

YES Jennifer!!! Please, folks. Share! Think of all the help you've received in your career. It's your turn now! #DitchBook

MrsLedford6Eng Feb 16 @ 10:23 PM EST

A3: Just share. It's not bragging, it's part of the process! Thanks @burgessdave! #DitchBook
In reply to @burgessdave

McNulty1977 Feb 16 @ 10:27 PM EST

A4) It is fine if you give homework, but make sue it is meaningful & valuable. Don't give it just because you're supposed to. #ditchbook

mathkaveli Feb 16 @ 10:27 PM EST

A4 what reasearch says about its usefulness #ditchbook

MrsLedford6Eng Feb 16 @ 10:27 PM EST

Exactly! #ditchbook

BDicksonNV Feb 16 @ 10:25 PM EST
A4 its not about quantity its about quality (if you give it) make that feedback matter or it wont matter to anyone #ditchbook
- jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:24 PM EST
  
  Q4 (yep ... practicing teachers. Or anyone.) #DitchBook

BDicksonNV Feb 16 @ 10:27 PM EST

Key is INDEPENDENT -if parents have to do it with them you didn't teach it well #ditchbook

In reply to @Sciology

MViTDiTeach Feb 16 @ 10:27 PM EST

Sadly that is a regular occurrence for me. Soo much awesomeness here! #ditchbook

In reply to @TTmomTT

jdeek Feb 16 @ 10:27 PM EST

#DitchBook A4 There is always another way. Find ways to teach content without it.

SoperWritings Feb 16 @ 10:28 PM EST

A4 - When Ss ask if they can continue working on something from class at home, that's the only HW that means anything #ditchbook

RIsaacRivas Feb 16 @ 10:28 PM EST

A4: It's an unnecessary chore that creates more family dissent than it is worth. #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:28 PM EST

LOL ... Yeah, he might ... ;) #DitchBook

In reply to @PrincipalNyberg

SandraBaldwin18 Feb 16 @ 10:28 PM EST

I wish someone would have told me not to call it homework, that implies that learning is work. Learning can happen anywhere. Q3 #ditchbook

brandee_brandt Feb 16 @ 10:28 PM EST

A4: that it was a waste of everyone's time! #DitchBook

KathiSueSummers Feb 16 @ 10:28 PM EST

My son teaches in a school that requires a hm grade 2X a week. #ditchbook

MsSpartacus406 Feb 16 @ 10:28 PM EST

A4: You don't have to & that there are a lot of alternatives to traditional worksheets if you want kiddos doing "hw" #ditchbook

dottiehellmich Feb 16 @ 10:28 PM EST

A4 Homework should be purposeful and chosen wisely. #ditchbook

MrSamJones13 Feb 16 @ 10:28 PM EST

A4: "Is this for a grade?" will drive you insane. Build in time for work in class so Ss can use Ts as resources. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:28 PM EST

Exactly!!! #DitchBook

In reply to @pcmrsg

KamRenae Feb 16 @ 10:28 PM EST

A4 #ditchbook consider everyone involved when considering HW, S's, P's, T's. Can they do it w/out a struggle/fight? Time? Resources? Value?

TomWhalen805 Feb 16 @ 10:28 PM EST

A3) Like internet connectivity, sometimes it works, sometimes not. Go with the flow and enjoy the connectivity when you have it. #ditchbook

MViTDiTeach Feb 16 @ 10:28 PM EST

A3(b): Ss who see Ts collaborate more likely to do it themselves #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:28 PM EST

A4: P2 Many Ss don't have people at home to help so they practice incorrectly or end up copying from someone else. #ditchbook

HistoriaTeacher Feb 16 @ 10:28 PM EST

A4 Homework usually leads to the kids who are behind falling even more behind #ditchbook

dunroe_erin Feb 16 @ 10:28 PM EST

A4: how little hw actually benefits you and the Ss #DitchBook

ToddShriver Feb 16 @ 10:28 PM EST

#ditchbook R4 Hoping to develop some flipped lessons to bring discussion into the classroom each day!

wpmsad Feb 16 @ 10:28 PM EST

A4: Don't give much of it at all. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:24 PM EST

Q4 (yep ... practicing teachers. Or anyone.) #DitchBook

MrBold05 Feb 16 @ 10:28 PM EST

a4 what will Ss learn from the HW if its not much why should they do it #ditchbook

KathiSueSummers Feb 16 @ 10:28 PM EST

He hates it...#ditchbook

MarcusJBelin Feb 16 @ 10:28 PM EST

Q4: Ss get homework because its the norm. We have always done it. Think: R U responsible 4 the lack of progression in education #ditchbook

BDicksonNV Feb 16 @ 10:29 PM EST

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MsSpartacus406 Feb 16 @ 10:29 PM EST

So important to be intentional! @rlfreedm #ditchbook

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jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:29 PM EST

This was the big one for me. Tradition, but it was an awful return on time invested. #DitchBook

RIsaacRivas Feb 16 @ 10:26 PM EST

A4: Homework doesn't yield the benefits or requirements you're looking for, so ditch it! #DitchBook

me509myci Feb 16 @ 10:29 PM EST

paperless is THE BEST! apps that level for the student r the only way to go! #ditchbook #EDUC661OL

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KarlyMoura - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:29 PM EST

=( #ditchbook

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RIsaacRivas Feb 16 @ 10:29 PM EST

A4: Encourage reading with family members. Creating moments for connectedness yields far greater results for us in the classroom. #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:29 PM EST

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m_drez Feb 16 @ 10:29 PM EST

A4 Chill with the HW. I was that T (math) who thought it was the answer. 1 good problem > 20 average ones. Respect Ss home life. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 16 @ 10:24 PM EST

Q4 (yep ... practicing teachers. Or anyone.) #DitchBook

jshlee23 Feb 16 @ 10:29 PM EST

A4) Homework is not like what you were given in high school. Nobody is benefitting from 35 math problems. #DitchBook