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sdtitmas Feb 1 @ 9:31 PM EST

Anybody but the Patriots PLEASE!! #MakeItReal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:31 PM EST

not a lot of other choices. I'm thinking atlanta will be too tough to beat. #makeitreal

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breanneg2011 Feb 1 @ 9:32 PM EST

I'm making it unreal here... Packers #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:32 PM EST

loyalty is loyalty :) Good to have you here #makeitreal

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JayBilly2 Feb 1 @ 9:32 PM EST

Good evening my friends. I have no favorite in this Superbowl but I fear that Tom Brady and the Patriots will win #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:33 PM EST

All morning the espn picks were leaning to Atlanta. Should be fun to watch! #makeitreal

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ChouinardJahant Feb 1 @ 9:33 PM EST

I lived in Atl for 15yrs. But I do love the Pats too living in Boston for 2. But have to go ATL. In Houston too! #makeitreal

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ChouinardJahant Feb 1 @ 9:33 PM EST

Hello Denis! #MakeItReal

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sdtitmas Feb 1 @ 9:33 PM EST

I'm just a bitter Jets fan hoping to see New England lose. #MakeItReal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:34 PM EST

It's a toss up for me, but if I were betting, it's awfully tough to bet against belichick #makeitreal

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JayBilly2 Feb 1 @ 9:34 PM EST

I think that Tom Brady is sending the big middle finger to Roger Goodell #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:33 PM EST

All morning the espn picks were leaning to Atlanta. Should be fun to watch! #makeitreal
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RACzyz Feb 1 @ 9:34 PM EST

Good Evening! Rooting for the Pats to win! I feel like I'm one of the few. Atlanta is dominating our Souper Bowl at school! #MakeItReal

ChouinardJahant Feb 1 @ 9:34 PM EST

I was very sad indeed when they lost to ATL 🙁 #makeitreal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:34 PM EST

there are other types of jets fans? #makeitreal

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tbwatkins89 Feb 1 @ 9:34 PM EST

Tim from Arkansas. Coordinator or Elementary Education at DSU in Cleveland, MS #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:35 PM EST

Question 1 is in the air in 1 minute! #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:35 PM EST

Deep down, I like the dynasty win here. Think th pats will pull it off #makeitreal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:35 PM EST

Welcome to #makeitreal Thanks for joining us as we talk Superbowl relevance #makeitreal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:36 PM EST

Q1:What is your Favorite thing about Super Bowl Sunday? And how can you use it in your classroom? #MakeItReal

EHSMrsJ Feb 1 @ 9:36 PM EST

🏈Hey #makeitreal! Julie in KS. My Bitmoji is far more athletic than I am IRL! 😂

tbwatkins89 Feb 1 @ 9:36 PM EST

#makeitreal Hoping the Falcons win! :)

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:36 PM EST

So are mine. I'm not half as flexible as my bitmoji #makeitreal

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jswiatek Feb 1 @ 9:36 PM EST

Good evening! Jerry in Florida. #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:37 PM EST

Welcome to #makeitreal We're on Q1 of our chat on connecting the superbowl to student engagement

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breanneg2011 Feb 1 @ 9:37 PM EST

A1 I love the time with family and friends. Want to take something kids know about and show how math is there, too! #makeitreal

jswiatek Feb 1 @ 9:37 PM EST

A1: I teach high school Computer Science. I plan on using data from the game in some of the programming we'll be doing in class. #makeitreal

tbwatkins89 Feb 1 @ 9:37 PM EST

A1: Watching the game and listening to everyone get excited. The snacks are pretty good too. #makeitreal

willismath6 Feb 1 @ 9:37 PM EST

A1: commercials! Always some good ones! Using an old sb one tomorrow to teach statistics."How old is the oldest person u know?" #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:38 PM EST

There's a ton to work with. Here's a infographic with great hooks for class. #makeitreal https://t.co/FcveITRdIu

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sdtitmas Feb 1 @ 9:38 PM EST

A1 Chips and Dip & all things food. How about incorporating fractions into your favorite super bowl recipe. #makeitreal

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ciji_thurman Feb 1 @ 9:38 PM EST

Q1: My Steelers aren't in it, but the SuperBowl can be used to discuss force, motion, momentum, etc. #MakeItReal #ScienceTeacher

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:36 PM EST

Q1:What is your Favorite thing about Super Bowl Sunday? And how can you use it in your classroom? #MakeItReal

mandyeellis Feb 1 @ 9:38 PM EST

Popping in from central Illinois.... k-5 Principal and Lead learner #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:38 PM EST

Nicely done! Ever have Ss explore the programming that goes into things like telestrators and ad graphics? #makeitreal

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tbwatkins89 Feb 1 @ 9:38 PM EST

A1- You could do math problem solving with the Superbowl theme. Using different math operations and skills. #makeitreal

ChouinardJahant Feb 1 @ 9:38 PM EST

#makeitreal A1 The sport- physics of football, commercials- social messages, fandom history/stats of teams

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EHSMrsJ Feb 1 @ 9:39 PM EST

A1: The commercials! Perfect & relevant tie-in to persuasion, appeals, & lots of other topics in ELA! #makeitreal

JayBilly2 Feb 1 @ 9:39 PM EST

A1: Love the pre-game, love the game, love the commercials. I really think there are a lot of lessons in there #MakeItReal

jswiatek Feb 1 @ 9:39 PM EST

Hay Mandy! Welcome. :) #makeitreal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:39 PM EST

Yes! There's a writing prompt in the way we observe others watching the game. Lots of story lines and plot twists #makeitreal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:40 PM EST

That's the opener to my book, Instant Relevance! I used it the day after the superbowl! #makeitreal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:40 PM EST

Let's knock around some more ideas with Question 2, coming up in 1 minute #MakeItReal

mandyeellis Feb 1 @ 9:40 PM EST

A1: I love food! All my favorites displayed on buffet tables for me to choose from! Reminds me of importance on giving choice #makeitreal

jswiatek Feb 1 @ 9:40 PM EST

A1: We'll also be doing a coin flipping program using #Python soon. We'll take a look at all present & past SB coin flips. #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:40 PM EST

Nice. Deciding how much to make, when to cook, when to order, and what to bring. Excellent problem solving #makeitreal

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spiraledu Feb 1 @ 9:40 PM EST

I love the history. #makeitreal how the teams got there, debates on who you are rooting for, admiring well-executed plays

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breanneg2011 Feb 1 @ 9:40 PM EST

love that connection! #makeitreal

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tbwatkins89 Feb 1 @ 9:40 PM EST

It's nice to be here. #MakeItReal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:41 PM EST

Q2: I love the commercials! I used one to open Instant Relevance! How can you use Superbowl Ads in your classroom on Monday? #MakeItReal

mandyeellis Feb 1 @ 9:41 PM EST

A1: I also love the team spirit. The camradarie and community that comes with being part of a team! schools should run like that #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:41 PM EST

Very cool. Did a prob recently on whether or not a DBack could catch a reciever based on position. #makeitreal

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ChouinardJahant Feb 1 @ 9:41 PM EST

A1 #MakeItReal Great food& family, jeering & cheering, remembering there is a part of the world w/out politics just people united in game

sdtitmas Feb 1 @ 9:41 PM EST

I can totally see my class thinking "mathally" about these stats. Awesome. #MakeItReal

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RACzyz Feb 1 @ 9:42 PM EST

A1: Looking for announcers making language and math mistakes. Should be one hundred 23 yards. Not one hundred AND 23 yards #makeitreal

tbwatkins89 Feb 1 @ 9:42 PM EST

I agree with you, Jay. #MakeItReal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:42 PM EST

I have Ss analyze ticket prices. Using average price, construct a distribution of prices for whole stadium #makeitreal

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tbwatkins89 Feb 1 @ 9:42 PM EST

Great ideas. #MakeItReal

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jswiatek Feb 1 @ 9:42 PM EST

I'll be adding "thinking mathally" to my lexicon. :) #makeitreal

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willismath6 Feb 1 @ 9:42 PM EST

A2: teaching math...maybe create our own SB commercials to advertise the topic we are learning. #MakeItReal

breanneg2011 Feb 1 @ 9:42 PM EST

A2 teaching percents so plan to look at some of the food or item commercials & compare prices and deals #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:42 PM EST

Used to run our cross country team there for the state meet. Thanks for jumping in! #makeitreal

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HarkinsEDU Feb 1 @ 9:43 PM EST

A1: Persuasive Techniques #MakeItReal

spiraledu Feb 1 @ 9:43 PM EST

can create polls & graph results on favorites #makeitreal students can make their own videos or re-create some

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ChouinardJahant Feb 1 @ 9:43 PM EST

#MakeItReal Graph them based on humor, product, message- talk about science behind special effects & stunts in ads

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:43 PM EST

Powerful Analogy. Take pics this weekend an blog about that one. #makeitreal

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tbwatkins89 Feb 1 @ 9:43 PM EST

That sounds great. I know the kids enjoy that better than the textbook. #MakeItReal

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sdtitmas Feb 1 @ 9:44 PM EST

I think all the factors you mention makes it even more "real." I wonder if there's algebra there too.. #MakeItReal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:44 PM EST

Nice. MAny forget about the history. Love to analyze what the elements of a "rivalry" are too #makeitreal

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ciji_thurman Feb 1 @ 9:44 PM EST

Q2: determine relevance..how many times was one shown? Does it fix a problem? Construct H.O.T questions #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:41 PM EST

Q2: I love the commercials! I used one to open Instant Relevance! How can you use Superbowl Ads in your classroom on Monday? #MakeItReal

JayBilly2 Feb 1 @ 9:44 PM EST

A2: Superbowl Commercials cost about 5mil per minute. Figure out how much money the network makes #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:44 PM EST

It's a word #makeitreal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:45 PM EST

Let's Celebrate with Question 3, coming up in 1 minute! Be on the lookout for a bonus OVERTIME Question tonight! #Makeitreal

cybraryman1 Feb 1 @ 9:45 PM EST

My Football page has Super Bowl links and activities to #MakeItReal https://t.co/xyxZ7GMF2L #edchat #edtechchat

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:45 PM EST

I use it in Instant Relevance a lot. It's totally a word! #makeitreal https://t.co/pKQZXKEjFK

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ChouinardJahant Feb 1 @ 9:45 PM EST

A1 #MakeItReal I think I am going to have Ss analyze ad & have them create a commercial about adaptations- if they were products-persuasion

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:46 PM EST

Q3: Fanhood = Passion How can the support for a team be used as a tool for engagement? #MakeItReal

sdtitmas Feb 1 @ 9:46 PM EST

typing the same response as the other types it. I may need a #makeitreal break Denis haha

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RACzyz Feb 1 @ 9:46 PM EST

A2: Ss can generate wonder ?s based on ads! I wonder why... I wonder if... I wonder how... #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:46 PM EST

There is. And Graph theory. I'll find my stuff and send it #makeitreal

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tbwatkins89 Feb 1 @ 9:46 PM EST

A2 You could have the Ss create commercials using persuasion. You could have a debate on some of the commercials from SB Ads.#makeitreal

mandyeellis Feb 1 @ 9:47 PM EST

A3: Branding and promoting the positive in the school/classroom despite challenges and upsets. In it together! #makeitreal

spiraledu Feb 1 @ 9:47 PM EST

yes, this year we have the patriots: repeat champions & falcons who have not won 1 yet. #makeitreal we are cheering falcons!

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sdtitmas Feb 1 @ 9:47 PM EST

A2 Watch a commercial and find a way to relate the cost to the profits gained? Or viewership, return on investment #MakeItReal

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ChouinardJahant Feb 1 @ 9:48 PM EST

#MakeItReal Discuss color and mood it invokes. Science-discuss colonies, living in packs or prides vs alone- mob mentality

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:48 PM EST

A2 Love to have Ss pick ad faves, then think...why was it so effective? #makeitreal

EHSMrsJ Feb 1 @ 9:48 PM EST

A3: Somewhat related, I just had S researching origins/earliest use of 'fandom' (which ties in to reader response lit crit.) #makeitreal

ciji_thurman Feb 1 @ 9:48 PM EST

Q3: Foster teamwork and passion. With bullying, Ss need to learn to work together and respect one another. #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:46 PM EST

Q3: Fanhood = Passion How can the support for a team be used as a tool for engagement? #MakeItReal

breanneg2011 Feb 1 @ 9:48 PM EST

A3 it's all about the competition. Anytime middle schoolers can argue and compete, they will! Haha #makeitreal

spiraledu Feb 1 @ 9:49 PM EST

my class loves golden state warriors. We wrote them Christmas cards this year. Great writing project! #makeitreal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:49 PM EST

Love that word. In fact, it's half the title of my book :) #makeitreal

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mandyeellis Feb 1 @ 9:49 PM EST

A2: Have students create their own commercials based on a classroom topic or concept. Watch and rate them as a class #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:50 PM EST

Bonus Overtime Question 4 Coming up in 1 minute!! #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:50 PM EST

fostering a great math argument is a tough thing to do. Use their passion for the game as a way! #makeitreal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:50 PM EST

A3: I love bad ref calls. They crate passion and arguments, which are great learning moments #makeitreal

sdtitmas Feb 1 @ 9:50 PM EST

A3 know your Ss, know their teams & build relationships. To me, that's half the battle of engagement. #makeitreal

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ChouinardJahant Feb 1 @ 9:50 PM EST

A3 #MakeItReal Fans are a united force- symbiosis, waves, sound, momentum of crowd- acoustics of cheers-

tbwatkins89 Feb 1 @ 9:50 PM EST

A3; You could put kids in grps. Fals. vs Pats. & have a friendly competition in the area of your choice where points are earned.#makeitreal

willismath6 Feb 1 @ 9:50 PM EST

A3:we have regular class competitions for things like homework, participation, growth. Team up classes with their fave team! #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:51 PM EST

Q4: Superbowl Hooks!! What are your Quick and Easy ways to engage students with the Superbowl? #MakeItReal

tbwatkins89 Feb 1 @ 9:51 PM EST

Good idea. #makeitreal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:51 PM EST

A4: Our World Lang Ts realized the #superbowl is broadcast in spanish too. Had Ss watch it to learn more! #makeitreal

HarkinsEDU Feb 1 @ 9:52 PM EST

A4: Many different opportunities for non-fiction reading with various articles all week. Its on everyone's mind, capitalize! #MakeItReal

ChouinardJahant Feb 1 @ 9:52 PM EST

A3 #MakeItReal use fan characteristics to spawn school pride about school teams- discuss how having support can inspire great things

breanneg2011 Feb 1 @ 9:52 PM EST

I bet the Ss loved that! Such an amazing idea #makeitreal

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jswiatek Feb 1 @ 9:52 PM EST

#MakeItReal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:52 PM EST

A4: As Ss watch, (or you too) pause tv and take pics of interesting math facts, stats, or statements. #makeitreal

sdtitmas Feb 1 @ 9:52 PM EST

Great ideas. Dare I say, this sounds like expressing mathematical reasoning(PARCC)? #MakeItReal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:53 PM EST

I'm saving this one #makeitreal

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RACzyz Feb 1 @ 9:53 PM EST

A4: we've been doing service learning, collecting Cans of Soup as part of Souper Bowl! #makeitreal

ciji_thurman Feb 1 @ 9:53 PM EST

Q4: Prior to Super Bowl, debate who the winner will be...take sides, make it fun! #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:51 PM EST

Q4: Superbowl Hooks!! What are your Quick and Easy ways to engage students with the Superbowl? #MakeItReal

tbwatkins89 Feb 1 @ 9:54 PM EST

A4: A quick hook is to talk about it in class. Talk about it this week and after the game next week. Get T-ing ideas from kids. #makeitreal

ChouinardJahant Feb 1 @ 9:54 PM EST

#MakeItReal Seeing as it in my hometown this year there are endless activities abound. Hook them with local stories

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:54 PM EST

A4: Have Ss share fave moment from game in poetry form next day. #makeitreal

breanneg2011 Feb 1 @ 9:54 PM EST

A4 My kids are talking about the commercials more than the game itself. Find ways to use these and let them watch! Engagement✅ #MakeItReal

spiraledu Feb 1 @ 9:54 PM EST

instead of #booksnaps, #superbowlsnaps? With botmojis... Make great show & share on Monday #makeitreal

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mandyeellis Feb 1 @ 9:54 PM EST

A4: I just keep thinking about #tlap and how we need to find ways to keep kids coming to 'the game' even if they didn't have to! #MakeItReal

tbwatkins89 Feb 1 @ 9:55 PM EST

Great idea. Serving others! Great lesson for kids. #MakeItReal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:55 PM EST

Now that's a great hack of #booksnaps. I'm telling my Ts tomorrow! Use #superbowlsnaps for class! #makeitreal @TaraMartinEDU

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willismath6 Feb 1 @ 9:55 PM EST

A4: ask the kids! Let them have input! Make predictions? Then use results to evaluate data. #MakeItReal

ChouinardJahant Feb 1 @ 9:55 PM EST

Thank you for moderating Denis- touchdown! #makeitreal

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mandyeellis Feb 1 @ 9:56 PM EST

A4: Celebrate kids and teachers like we do the athletes. Let them know they're the real stars! #MakeItReal

jswiatek Feb 1 @ 9:56 PM EST

This was my first time joining you guys. This was great! Have a great night everyone. #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:56 PM EST

So going into Friday, ask self "What question today will make them race into class Monday?" #makeitreal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:57 PM EST

Thank you! Have a great Superbowl Weekend!!! #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:57 PM EST

Thanks for being here. It's quick but full of greatness! Check out archives of past chats here #makeitreal https://t.co/K82k8Zh6UU

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sdtitmas Feb 1 @ 9:58 PM EST

Great idea from @jswiatek ! Using @canva to "quote" great things students say w/ their picture! They'll love this!! #tlap #kids #makeitreal

jswiatek Feb 1 @ 9:54 PM EST

It's one of my favorite tools ever. I use it to quote some of the things my kids say in class :)
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jswiatek Feb 1 @ 9:58 PM EST

Excellent! Thank you! #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 9:57 PM EST

Thanks for being here. It's quick but full of greatness! Check out archives of past chats here #makeitreal https://t.co/K82k8Zh6UU
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tbwatkins89 Feb 1 @ 10:00 PM EST

I enjoyed the #makeitreal chat around the Super Bowl. Great ideas to implement in the class. I appreciate collaborating with everyone.

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Feb 1 @ 10:00 PM EST

Thanks for being here! We're here every wednesday, hope you'll come back #makeitreal

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tbwatkins89 Feb 1 @ 10:01 PM EST

Nice meeting you, Jerry and collaborating with all. #MakeItReal

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MattPorricelli Feb 1 @ 10:02 PM EST

the commercials!! Have Ss figure out if the price of a Super Bowl add is actually "worth it" #makeitreal

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tbwatkins89 Feb 1 @ 10:02 PM EST

Thanks Denis. I enjoyed it. I'll be back! #MakeItReal

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jswiatek Feb 1 @ 10:04 PM EST

Same to you Tim! #MakeItReal

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Paint_Facts_Bot Feb 1 @ 10:12 PM EST

A4: As Ss watch, (or you too) pause tv and take pics of interesting paint paint, stats, or statements. #makeitreal