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JayBilly2 May 3 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Good evening #MakeItReal dudes and dudettes, - Jay from NJ and I'm thinking of getting rid of the fidget spinners too - Talk me out of it!

MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:32 PM EDT

I'm Denis, founder of #MakeItReal, Author of Instant Relevance, and Advocate for NOT banning what SS love, but creatively teaching with it!

RadfordAmy May 3 @ 9:32 PM EDT

I'm Amy, 7th grade ELA teacher from TN. I'm ready to ban fidget spinners! #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Great to see you Jay! Let's see what everyone has for you! #MakeItReal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Then you came to the right place...Let's see if we can talk you out of it #MakeItReal

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EdTechTinker May 3 @ 9:33 PM EDT

#MakeItReal hey everybody Bradford from Texas

RadfordAmy May 3 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Please do! The struggle is real! #makeitreal

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WPMadden May 3 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Bill from PA. Teach 6th grade math science and social studies. Spinners r everywhere in my classes now. #MakeItReal

perfinker May 3 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Hi #Makeitreal friends! Gillian dipping in before I mod #imaginEDchat at 7. I SUPPORT #imagination and #creativity in all education!

MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Welcome to #MakeItReal!

ChouinardJahant May 3 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Good evening #MakeItReal Melissa from Katy TX

MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Welcome Bradford! I'll be out in San Angelo TX for a TCEA event in July! #MakeItReal

In reply to @EdTechTinker

MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Got an idea for a #MakeItReal Chat? Want to Guest host? Send me a DM and let me know! I'd love some guests in May/June!!

MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Did you get the new 3d printer on them yet? #MakeItReal

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JTJuten May 3 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Jane from Duluth, MN. First it was goop/putty & soon it will be spinners. #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Good Evening Melissa! always a pleasure #MakeItReal

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cdolat May 3 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Hi! Charlotte, San Antonio, HS Instructional Coach #MakeItReal

perfinker May 3 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Hi Bradford! Nice to meet you #Makeitreal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:35 PM EDT

They haven't made up up north yet? Just wait, and prepare, then use them for good, not evil! #MakeItReal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Hi Charlotte! Thanks for joining #MakeItReal

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WPMadden May 3 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Don't forget bottle flipping. #Makeitreal

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bmilla84 May 3 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Brandi- 1st Grade Teacher from Florida! #Makeitreal

EdTechTinker May 3 @ 9:35 PM EDT

#MakeItReal I want to have some plan in place. Banning is a quick fix but it makes ss use them more

ChouinardJahant May 3 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Hello Denis my friend #MakeItReal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Question 1 Spins into action in 1 minute!! #MakeItReal

ChouinardJahant May 3 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Hello @perfinker Gillian #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:36 PM EDT

welcome! Thanks for coming to #MakeItReal with us

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smsagmeister May 3 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Hi! I'm Stevie, a fourth grade teacher from Wisconsin! #Makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:36 PM EDT

What grade and content do you teach #MakeItReal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Hi! thanks for joining us tonight at #MakeItReal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Q1: Fidget Spinners are being banned left and right! I disagree!! How can you use them in your own classroom as a learning tool? #MakeItReal

perfinker May 3 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Always good to see you Melissa! #MakeItReal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A1: Here's my latest blog post on using the spinners https://t.co/JmvfnZECrl #MakeItReal

WPMadden May 3 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Had a few Ss design them but not printed out yet. Can't wait to print! #makeitreal

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treverreeh May 3 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Trever HS Math Teacher from Omaha, Nebraska. #MakeItReal

MrsH3nry May 3 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Hi I'm Jessica from Missouri and I teach technology! #makeitreal

sdtitmas May 3 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Scott from NJ ready to #makeitreal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A1: @Jstevens009 author of Table Talk Math put together this lesson for them too https://t.co/9Rjxh7nZM0 #MakeItReal

perfinker May 3 @ 9:38 PM EDT

whoops #makeitreal

In reply to @JoyKirr, @MathDenisNJ, @teachintechgal, @alicekeeler, @LeeAraoz, @burgessdave, @BethHouf, @JayBilly2, @burgess_shelley, @markbarnes19, @RACzyz

RadfordAmy May 3 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A1: I honestly haven't thought of it until now. Maybe write stories about them. Research their origins? #MakeItReal

treemaiden May 3 @ 9:38 PM EDT

The number of students with spinners each day this week in my classes is a perfect example of exponential growth! #mathchat #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:32 PM EDT

I'm Denis, founder of #MakeItReal, Author of Instant Relevance, and Advocate for NOT banning what SS love, but creatively teaching with it!

MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Hi Jessica! Thanks for joining us tonight to #MakeITReal

In reply to @MrsH3nry

MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Always good to see you scott! #makeitreal

In reply to @sdtitmas

MrMerrillsClass May 3 @ 9:39 PM EDT

I'm Joe, a 1st grade teacher from Naples, Fl. I see some familiar names! 😀👍🏻 #Makeitreal

EdTechTinker May 3 @ 9:39 PM EDT

#MakeItReal so what are some ideas to embrace the latest fad into our curriculum?

MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:39 PM EDT

ONe T suggested scifi! Spinners = mini UFOs, as a prompt #makeitreal

In reply to @RadfordAmy

sdtitmas May 3 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A1 Rate of speed? Why do they spin? Collect & record data or spin time. Or just why do they help people? #makeitreal

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perfinker May 3 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Clarification--reasons for banning...?? I guess "dangerous"..."distracting"? #MakeItReal

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WPMadden May 3 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A1: lucky to have just gotten 3d printer so learning opps there. Even w/o plan 2 use them in math 2 compare, research price, etc #makeitreal

cdolat May 3 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Fidget tools! Have Ss create procedural text - do you have a technique? Share it.Paper slide video! Explain your mad skills! #MakeItReal

ChouinardJahant May 3 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Hello my friend. Happy Wednesday! #makeitreal

In reply to @sdtitmas, @MathDenisNJ

LeeAraoz May 3 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Hi, all! I'm Lee, an instructional coach joining you from NY. #makeitreal

JayBilly2 May 3 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A1:Agree there are ways to use the fad to our Ss benefit. Lessons to be taught. Don't like to see them during time on playground #MakeItReal

breanneg2011 May 3 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A1 Calculate production costs of spinners, calculate the avg spins per minute, circumference of the spins. So many connections! #makeitreal

JayBilly2 May 3 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A1: Have students write persuasive argument why I should allow them. #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Others suggested using them to write real journalism, not clickbait. https://t.co/3fdUJ3mizP #makeitreal

In reply to @RadfordAmy

MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Nicely done! Track the potential of the fad itself! #makeitreal

In reply to @treemaiden

perfinker May 3 @ 9:42 PM EDT

I'm using this with my teen daughter..."convince me"--great skills! #MakeItReal

In reply to @JayBilly2

WPMadden May 3 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A1: problem is the solution #makeitreal

ChouinardJahant May 3 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A1 #MakeItReal use them to demonstrate spin/velocity of tornadoes, hurricanes etc.

smsagmeister May 3 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A1- I'd love to have ideas as to expectations others have for them in class? Trying to be accommodating! #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Question 2 makes the future the present in 1 minute! #MakeItReal

MrMerrillsClass May 3 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A1: Maybe ask the Ss if they could have come up with an idea like this. If so, maybe invent the next big thing! #Makeitreal

EdTechTinker May 3 @ 9:43 PM EDT

#MakeItReal A1 I do like the idea of making it cross curricular. Getting data from it. Writing about it...discussing the purpose

treverreeh May 3 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A1: Talked about mean, median, mode. Made triangles had to balance them on a pencil. Brought in spinners compared/contrasted #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A1: @aimeejo80 put this lesson out for her elem math https://t.co/xExA4Soxi5 #makeitreal

aimeejo80 May 1 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Can't wait for Math tomorrow! #makeitreal #tlap #embracethechaos @KidsDeserveIt

MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Q2 For a while, phones were banned outright! Then BYOD made them Relevant. What other Formerly Banned items are being used now? #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:44 PM EDT

I can agee with that. playground time should be fidget free and full of energy! #makeitreal

In reply to @JayBilly2

MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:45 PM EDT

comparing diff brands and diff ball bearing kinds is a great stats experiment #makeitreal

In reply to @treverreeh

MrMerrillsClass May 3 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Personally, I believe the playground is a place to let out some of that anxiety. Totally agree with you, here. #MakeItReal

In reply to @JayBilly2

ChouinardJahant May 3 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A1 #MakeItReal Collect them and use them to create a bridge, levee or other structure to show repurposing of materials

Amy_Davis121 May 3 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Amy from San Antonio, TX jumping in late! #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Thanks for coming to #makeitreal you're always welcome. Got an idea for using fidget spinners instead of banning them?

In reply to @Amy_Davis121

sdtitmas May 3 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A2 Hmm how about websites like YouTube ? I'm sure it's still banned in some schools. Too much valuable info there to ban it. #MakeItReal

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JayBilly2 May 3 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Good answer! #MakeItReal

sdtitmas May 3 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A2 Hmm how about websites like YouTube ? I'm sure it's still banned in some schools. Too much valuable info there to ban it. #MakeItReal
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MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Absolutely! FAcebook and twitter too!!! Now many Ss learn more fully immersed #makeitreal

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EHSMrsJ May 3 @ 9:48 PM EDT

💥A2: Social media like Snapchat! Now we've figured out ways to use in class! https://t.co/IHb6uENWSt #makeitreal #booksnaps #vocabsnaps

Amy_Davis121 May 3 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A1 I like the idea of a persuasive writing on why they should be able to use them during school hours. #makeitreal

RadfordAmy May 3 @ 9:48 PM EDT

I've started making screencastify videos of the youtube videos and then posting them on classroom. It worked great! #MakeItReal

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bmilla84 May 3 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A2: Use accountable talk & have Ss discuss the pros/cons to having them in class! Great opportunity for Ss to pick a side! #Makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A2: I remember when mechanical pencils and click pens were banned = noisy/dangerous! Really?!?! #makeitreal

JTJuten May 3 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Great humorous article about fidget spinners https://t.co/UIgrY202K3 #makeitreal

JayBilly2 May 3 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A2: Printing, they always wanted us to use cursive... yes, I'm that old. #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:49 PM EDT

#makeitreal Q2

MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Q2 For a while, phones were banned outright! Then BYOD made them Relevant. What other Formerly Banned items are being used now? #makeitreal

MrMerrillsClass May 3 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A2: Social media! For years, we weren't permitted to use it in our district. Now, it's relevant and almost a necessity! #Makeitreal

RadfordAmy May 3 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A2-Many Ts are still not on board with phones. I use them for research, videos and much more. Great uses! #makeitreal

ChouinardJahant May 3 @ 9:49 PM EDT

What is Q2? #MakeItReal

cdolat May 3 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Was not accessible: Youtube and emailing outside our Google domain. Now accessible for our high school. #MakeItReal

sdtitmas May 3 @ 9:49 PM EDT

This works nicely for the T to avoid inappropriate ads. I do think we're better off teaching #digcit than banning everything. #Makeitreal

In reply to @RadfordAmy, @MathDenisNJ

WPMadden May 3 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A2: u took big one w/ phones. But thinking back to toys like kendamas, yo-yos in my day, then u even hear about some books #makeitreal

SteinbrinkLaura May 3 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A2: Wading in late from rainy MO. Old school answer-computers. #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:50 PM EDT

There are no bans on Question 3, coming up in 1 minute! #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Agreed! I fought against twitter as a T and wish now that I hadn't for so long #makeitreal

In reply to @MrMerrillsClass

breanneg2011 May 3 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A2 Games! We now have ways to make gaming educational & relevant! #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:50 PM EDT

phones = Instant Relevance...literally! Need info now? GET IT NOW! #makeitreal

In reply to @RadfordAmy

sdtitmas May 3 @ 9:50 PM EDT

How about binders? Lol. Although sometimes I wish I would have banned them. #makeitreal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Q3: Many still want to ban! What can you say or show them to convince them of the value of EMBRACING! #MakeItReal

EdTechTinker May 3 @ 9:51 PM EDT

#makeitreal a2 some schools don't have recess in lower grades but now schools are seeing the value of social skills movement etc for test

MrMerrillsClass May 3 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Are you guys familiar with this? https://t.co/poKH9LRwaj #MakeItReal

In reply to @RadfordAmy, @sdtitmas, @MathDenisNJ

MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Nice Share! I forgot about this ! #makeitreal

In reply to @MrMerrillsClass, @RadfordAmy, @sdtitmas

treemaiden May 3 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A2 Youtube & anything Google. Having a 1:1 but severe limits for "safety" here #MakeItReal

RadfordAmy May 3 @ 9:53 PM EDT

I heard about it at a conference. But I like using screencastify so I thought I'd try it. It seems pretty easy so far.#makeitreal

In reply to @MrMerrillsClass, @sdtitmas, @MathDenisNJ

sdtitmas May 3 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A3 Ask permission to break the ban for a specific lesson. This could demonstrate the potential to other Ts & admins. #MakeItReal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Great plan! Just dabble a bit with the fine line until you've crossed it for good! There's no turning back! #makeitreal

In reply to @sdtitmas

JayBilly2 May 3 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A3: Iembrace fads and teen culture including music,just need to make it relevant. What I tell my Ts, What's the purpose #MakeItReal

sdtitmas May 3 @ 9:54 PM EDT

I have tried it in the past. Also Bing for Edu is very solid too. #MSFTEduChat #makeitreal

In reply to @MrMerrillsClass, @RadfordAmy, @MathDenisNJ

MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Got an idea for a #MakeItReal Chat? Want to Guest host? Send me a DM and let me know! I'd love some guests in May/June!!

RadfordAmy May 3 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A3-Let me help you think of an idea to try it. You can see it in action and I am sure you will see the value. #MakeItReal

MrMerrillsClass May 3 @ 9:55 PM EDT

"The Dictionary app is a lot lighter than the book." (Real quote from one of my students) #MakeItReal

In reply to @RadfordAmy

breanneg2011 May 3 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A3 When you ban things you get pushback. Save the fight & embrace and watch in amazement at Ss suddenly caring & engaging more! #makeitreal

sdtitmas May 3 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Sounds like a PIRATE lesson to me 👍🏻 #tlap #makeitreal

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SteinbrinkLaura May 3 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A2b: Some websites are banned/limited due to federal funding guidelines & website policy changes like Pinterest. #makeitreal

HeatherNgoma May 3 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A1.My son read the label & asked why they're made in China. Comparing labor & production policies in other countries could #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A3: as an admin, I tell Ts this so they know they have my support to try #makeitreal

WPMadden May 3 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A3: saying is hard b/c 2 change minds on hot topics like this need 2 give new xps. Invite in2 class & show how it can b learning #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Great idea! and a great discussion starter...big questions #makeitreal

In reply to @HeatherNgoma

cdolat May 3 @ 9:56 PM EDT

The the value of EMBRACING! Builds relationships. Had a former Ss show me how to use a spinner! She became the teacher! #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:56 PM EDT

right! When T is trying, have them ask another to come view for feedback. #makeitreal

In reply to @WPMadden

sdtitmas May 3 @ 9:57 PM EDT

I felt that way at first, but we're going Microsoft and they are offering a ton. #makeitreal

In reply to @MrMerrillsClass, @RadfordAmy, @MathDenisNJ

MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Never forget the capacity of the Ss to be the Ts! They have so much to share and things like the spinners can start the convo #makeitreal

In reply to @cdolat

treemaiden May 3 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A3 I really want to be allowed to install free apps or ones I own. #MakeItReal

WPMadden May 3 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A3: great opportunity to have a very student centered class/lesson #makeitreal

breanneg2011 May 3 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Did you get addicted like I am now? haha #makeitreal

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sdtitmas May 3 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Yesssss. I had one but wasn't allowed to bring it to school haha. #makeitreal

In reply to @MrMerrillsClass, @MathDenisNJ

ChouinardJahant May 3 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A3 #MakeItReal I try to not 'ban' anything- kids make gloop, bottle flipping, so many trending things right now- not after the bell rings.

RadfordAmy May 3 @ 9:58 PM EDT

That's too bad. We are switching to Schoolology next year and I've got to learn about it. #makeitreal

In reply to @MrMerrillsClass, @sdtitmas, @MathDenisNJ

Amy_Davis121 May 3 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Banning things students love doesn't work! #makeitreal

In reply to @cdolat

MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:58 PM EDT

it's a great system. You'll enjoy it. #makeitreal

In reply to @RadfordAmy, @MrMerrillsClass, @sdtitmas

cdolat May 3 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Look at the product websites & analyze factual, quantitative, or technical data presented in multiple graphical sources. #MakeItReal

SteinbrinkLaura May 3 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A3: I always invite admin to watch me do "new" in class or notify/discuss w them on front side. Never had an issue. #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Thank you all so much again! Remember to check out the #makeitreal chat archive at https://t.co/totsEzA6j8 tomorrow!

WPMadden May 3 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Definitely doesn't help Ss want to come to school. #makeitreal

In reply to @Amy_Davis121, @cdolat

cdolat May 3 @ 9:59 PM EDT

I did! She was very patient with me! I like to flip my pen! So not the same, but takes practice! #MakeItReal

In reply to @breanneg2011

treemaiden May 3 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Exactly! #MakeItReal

In reply to @ChouinardJahant

ChouinardJahant May 3 @ 10:00 PM EDT

#MakeItReal I say be reasonable- if you let it happen before the bell, they will put them away- ban them you will see sneaking- ground rules

MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Q3: Many still want to ban! What can you say or show them to convince them of the value of EMBRACING! #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Check out my book Instant Relevance on Amazon and share your inspirations with me at #MakeItReal https://t.co/HjzqWB3lIl

Amy_Davis121 May 3 @ 10:00 PM EDT

By the way, those spinners are addictive! No wonder they love them! #makeitreal

In reply to @cdolat

ChouinardJahant May 3 @ 10:01 PM EDT

A3 #MakeItReal Try out these trends, play with your students- let them see you have fun- they will respect you more if you are genuine

treemaiden May 3 @ 10:01 PM EDT

You'll LOVE it! Finishing up yr 1 with it daily. Can't imagine my class without it. #MakeItReal

In reply to @RadfordAmy, @MrMerrillsClass, @sdtitmas, @MathDenisNJ

spiraledu May 3 @ 10:01 PM EDT

#MakeItReal A student found a basketball game on a website & it turned into a science fair project on angles (protractor taped to screen!)

cdolat May 3 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Embrace it! Compare and contrast coverage of the fidget tools in various media. How much do the cost on different sites and why? #MakeItReal

SteinbrinkLaura May 3 @ 10:02 PM EDT

A3b: Love letting Ss articulate their case for something "banned" and my 10 year old asked for a fidget spinner last week. 😄#makeitreal

WPMadden May 3 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Great point! Helps establish positive culture 4 trying new things. Don't get stuck in textbook. That's not where life happens. #makeitreal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

Amy_Davis121 May 3 @ 10:04 PM EDT

I tried one yesterday. I was hooked instantly. I feel the need to take one apart. Could that be a lesson? How does it work? #makeitreal

In reply to @MrMerrillsClass, @cdolat

ChouinardJahant May 3 @ 10:04 PM EDT

They use glue & food coloring & corn starch a thick sticky goopy substance #MakeItReal like slime

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WPMadden May 3 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Love this idea! Thanks for sharing @aimeejo80 #makeitreal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ, @aimeejo80, @aimeejo80

HeatherNgoma May 3 @ 10:05 PM EDT

A3. Show don't tell. When we demonstrate value of banned devices for instruction we can #MakeItReal for administrators

spiraledu May 3 @ 10:06 PM EDT

I do the same thing, they can do whatever they want during center time as long as they can explain what they are learning #makeitreal

In reply to @SteinbrinkLaura

WPMadden May 3 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Thanks everyone! Great topic & ideas tonight. #makeitreal

ChouinardJahant May 3 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Thank you Denis for the chat! Great ideas! #MakeItReal

ChouinardJahant May 3 @ 10:07 PM EDT

#makeitreal

ChouinardJahant May 3 @ 8:47 PM EDT

Please join me tomorrow 7CST for #teachmindful we will be discussing magic & mindful strategies to get us to the end of the year #FLedChat

HeatherNgoma May 3 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A2. Remember some books 📚 are still banned. #MakeItReal

ChouinardJahant May 3 @ 10:08 PM EDT

All the girls make it and sell it. So many colors. They play with it all the time. #makeitreal The boys pay for containers of it.

In reply to @R_CILR

SteinbrinkLaura May 3 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Always a great "hump day" chat! #makeitreal Thanks @MathDenisNJ for inspiration!

treemaiden May 3 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Thanks #MakeItReal tweeps. Adding this hashtag to my calendar for chats I enjoy.

MathDenisNJ - Moderator May 3 @ 10:10 PM EDT

It's free to the world now. Anyone with a google account. you can create one for your classes without school involved #makeitreal

In reply to @MrMerrillsClass, @RadfordAmy, @sdtitmas

spiraledu May 3 @ 10:10 PM EDT

Our librarian got "I am Jazz" last year. Libraries should be a safe space for all stories. Crazy they can still be bans #makeitreal

In reply to @HeatherNgoma

Amy_Davis121 May 3 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A2 A2 I remember when the Harry Potter series was new that people banned the books from their kids/St. Now people love them! #makeitreal

MrMerrillsClass May 3 @ 10:15 PM EDT

I thought you needed a @GoogleForEdu account? #MakeItReal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ, @RadfordAmy, @sdtitmas, @GoogleForEdu

WPMadden May 3 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Think we were on same page tonight! #makeitreal

In reply to @HeatherNgoma

sdtitmas May 3 @ 10:20 PM EDT

Used to be. It's a fairly new feature that it's open to everyone. #makeitreal

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MrMerrillsClass May 3 @ 10:21 PM EDT

Please link me!!! #MakeItReal

In reply to @sdtitmas, @MathDenisNJ, @RadfordAmy, @GoogleForEdu

aimeejo80 May 3 @ 10:22 PM EDT

A3: See those smiles? That's why you embrace it. #makeitreal

aimeejo80 May 3 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A1: We are using the Fidget spinners to figure out probability. Tape a triangle on one arm...spin and tally! #makeitreal