#EduColor Archive
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Thursday April 28, 2016
Bill Fitzgerald, from Portland, OR - always interested in the intersections between privacy, interactions, privilege, and power.
A0: My name is Alex, I teach K-6 tech in LA and I'm interested b/c imo anti-racism is key to on/offline citizenship
Hi everybody, I teach students English at https://t.co/jeKY9CYllK in Philadelphia. A 1:1 laptop school with kids of all kinds.
Teacher in the Delta. Always looking for new/unique perspectives and to fellowship
A0: Jose, math teacher, and I came to for a good time. Heard the moderators were doing something awesome. https://t.co/v47HNaCemG
Please excuse the heavy tweets & RTs, I am about to join tonight, topic is navigating racial issues on & offline.
Hola ! I'm Laura, and I teach Spanish/English in NC! Have to moderate another chat in a few, but can't resist a peek!
A0: Wendy, high school math teacher in Brooklyn. Just want to be part of the conversation.
A0: Justin, math and science. I came to because I need to listen and learn.
Hey all - Michael Parker West here. I'm a tech facilitator & instr. coach. I'm just here to learn from the incredible folks in
Hola! I'm Tim. MS teach and PhD stud. in Foundations of Ed -can finally participate b/c no classes! https://t.co/1fy8pya2wN
A0 I am Rusul joining from Toronto and what piques my interest is is life.
Renee, in Mississippi Delta. Our community college has moved to blended and online classes. Concerned about equity issues there
Nick Tutolo, Pittsburgh, PA. Here to learn and share my truth.
Hi -- excited to have somebody else repping PA!
chat time! David, HS English, CA. Lurking more than tweeting, while listening in to union meeting too
A0: Jenn from NY. Always interesting in talking race, on and off line; especially as it intersects with feminism.
Thanks to one and all for being here! - Q1 coming up just about...
A1 it means that you’re using the internet to promote & amplify marginalized voices, ones who don’t get heard very often.
A1: It means we have different racial, gender, and class representations, allowing for inclusion. https://t.co/JfX8wzVS5X
A1 internet interactions are an opportunity to amplify the voices of the overlooked and unheard
A1 If the internet collapses space and time, you have no excuse for exploring and connecting with those who are different/distant.
A1: Callie, Sci teacher, union leader from MN. Here to learn & be part of important convo w/awesome ppl https://t.co/7SIBuTkol2
It is so important to me to promote voices and the opinions of others who aren’t often represented.
A1:It means to keep asking questions which highlight inclusion and the need for it, for all voices to be acknowledged and heard.
A1: It's us here now. Conversations like this are a part of the work.
A1. It means you look outside the proverbial box to get insight from ALL
Sara from NY. Jumping in and love this learning experience when I can get it!
exactly, but often it’s not that easy for people to do.
I often struggle with idea of how to best go about changing the minds and hearts of people through this platform.
thanks for joining us Sara!
A1 -- wondering -- what about it is different from just promoting diversity in real life? Can have overlap, but what's unique?
A0: hi all. Mildred from Miami A1: internet allows opportunity to share counternarratives. Often defying stereotypes
A1: It enables people to see each other (the smoking mirror?). Reminds them, like a good book or song, that they're not alone
A1. If your voice is frequently given priority, it can mean reaching out more, listening more, and talking less.
A1:It means bringing voices to Ss that are unlike those they're normally surrounded by allowing Ss to learn from stories of others
Q1..first, making sure "every" student has access to the Internet, assumptions lead to exclusion
I would say the uninitiated probably need guidance to do this *effectively*
, tnx, I will follow the hashtag.
I don’t know if there’s a best, but we can keep pushing inclusive messages for our most marginalized. https://t.co/iA4ZRuXajS
I often struggle with idea of how to best go about changing the minds and hearts of people through this platform.
omg so excited to see you here!
To build off of -- how might the internet lower the threshold to diversity, and how do we leverage that?
IMO, it's about accountability. There's no excuse - nor justification - for not seeking out diverse perspectives online.
I think you’d love it. A chat is happening now.
Amen - asking questions, stepping aside for answers, as often as possible.
A1: Using the internet to promote diversity means creating/taking opportunities to de-center the mainstream narrative
That's interesting. "Accountability" is a word often used in progressive classrooms. I hear it less for the internet.
I find it very easy to share the stories of others and promote diversity with people who are like-minded but...
here to listen and learn...from and following as well.
Need also to be critical of internet/tools/apps -Why are products made? Who benefits from them? Who makes? https://t.co/Zkt1797FIK
There are those who are not primed to hear the message and engage in the conversation.
A1: There is an intersection of diverse voices & critical literacy that the Internet offers in promoting diversity AND inclusion.
Yeah... it popped from my head to the keys. Perhaps self-regulatoin is better?
I think the internet provides tons of opportunity for extending access to some who haven't had it ...
And acknowledging that not all people get access to the same internet. Agreed, assumptions are dangerous.
Promoting diversity means amplifying the stories, narratives, and struggles of those who are underrepresented.
Perhaps it's easier online because it doesn't have to affect daily relationships? https://t.co/LRopkc0Zcy
A1 -- wondering -- what about it is different from just promoting diversity in real life? Can have overlap, but what's unique?
I have no complaints with it -- I think it actually brings a human touch to what can be, you know, clinical.
. great point, Jenn. Promoting anything comes after seeking and learning. We need to be curious, receptive.
I'm reminded of the great work does around media literary.
So there's a first step: be curious and observe before taking action.
... But we need to design and work wisely, so we don't replicate the oppressive systems we see IRL
No one’s ever 100% ready. That’s why we’re gonna keep pushing.
Well said. https://t.co/DQ3VmaKSjD
... But we need to design and work wisely, so we don't replicate the oppressive systems we see IRL
Love this question, love this response. Thinking on this more. cc
Absolutely! Great point! https://t.co/YRIC70aJ3o
And acknowledging that not all people get access to the same internet. Agreed, assumptions are dangerous.
A1; Opens the world beyound to us (Ss and me); also way around tightly controlled media in local area. (yes, in 2016)
True -- except when you are integrating online work into your IRL schoolwork!
Sorry for the late join! Dahlia, currently in NYC. I was a classroom teacher for a decade & now a doc student at TC.
A2: For one, not leaving it up to the person of color to vocalize a racial / gender / class issue online. https://t.co/UaKQy3iZ90
This is a point I, dare say, am obsessed about. And don't know how to solve.
Def something I need to keep in mind as I tend to rush to "next big thing". Educators def need to this with edtech
This is a point I, dare say, am obsessed about. And don't know how to solve.
This is a point I, dare say, am obsessed about. And don't know how to solve.
Online conversations require offline action. When individuals are plugged into their communities, it shows.
A1: Being exposed online to the voices of others isn't always enough. We have to choose to listen and digest.
Absolutely! Often it takes it those in the power culture to be willing to be sit with discomfort.
If there is access to it, the Internet can bring knowledge, agency & voice to marginalized, disenfranchised groups,
Yes, and also wrestle with it and work through it.
that's where the magic happens! And the kind of guidance we need to offer our students! (& colleagues?)
A2: I think the talking is PART of the doing.We don't have enough convos in modern world.Just lots of action often w/o thought.
A2: sometimes online talking IS doing - as opposed to remaining silent. Speaking up, calling out, and again, ask those questions!
I think there's often a clear difference between people just who say a lot, vs those who have something to say.
Also true. Keep this in mind. https://t.co/5R5vcqsmD9
A2: I think the talking is PART of the doing.We don't have enough convos in modern world.Just lots of action often w/o thought.
A2. The things you talk about doing online, start doing in real life.
A2 As somebody who facilitates students doing online work, in a physical classroom, clear prompts and expectations are KEY.
Absolutely. This is the work that I have had to do continually in myself and want to create space for others to engage.
I wish, inshallah though, never say never.
Me too I think we start by making sure different people are in the room when we build the web
A2 And that includes stepping up, stepping back. Stepping back is generally harder to teach.
A2: You cannot, not in any depth anyway--the work requires risks far greater than mere words on social media.
A2: Impact/Reach? Sharing truths can inspire deeper self-reflection/critical evaluation of the dominant culture
The internet is a tricky space that can often times settle into its own sort of talk without action.
I often think of myself as someone who has the responsibility as well as the privilege to amplify those who are doing the work
Say it again for the back seats. https://t.co/w7QLB43xPk
A2 As somebody who facilitates students doing online work, in a physical classroom, clear prompts and expectations are KEY.
Just going to read and follow convo for a bit and maybe jump in to
Yes. https://t.co/i3mHaDKnmr
I often think of myself as someone who has the responsibility as well as the privilege to amplify those who are doing the work
A2 (cont) - worth remembering that conversations play out with people, across time/space. Hard to say what sparks action sometimes
Which makes for great lessons in teaching / learning, right?
Talking allows individuals to connect. The conversations sparked online result in revolutionary movements.
We need to take what we learned and engaged in online and engage others in the same dialogue offline.
I often ask: What is your end goal with what you are saying? If you are seeking to move people, how will you measure that?
A2: For me, I might do my learning here online but then I must take that and do something to help my Ss also gain understanding
These are LIFE skills right here! Can we do this in language classes? https://t.co/MZIH9mBRS9
A1: Being exposed online to the voices of others isn't always enough. We have to choose to listen and digest.
A2: Not disengaging when the conversation becomes uncomfortable. It's okay to experience discomfort.
Yes! Hence, https://t.co/MQsFg1juYP
Talking allows individuals to connect. The conversations sparked online result in revolutionary movements.
I think change can happen online in small increments, sharing knowledge, learning, resources.
A2 Talking & doing is obvious when you took beyond the person to what is actually being shared by school community, if it exist
this is such a great point.
I find my online and offline communities...don't intersect or even reflect each other much...
Much of what I have internalized is showing up in the work that I do in the classroom. Empowering students and teachers.
A2:getting convo started results in building a PLN & that is the act of doing. (I.e. this chat) https://t.co/ApEyr5DNkV
Say more -- why are the two different? How are they different?
A2: Listening & learning online can be easy but taking that &using it to have tough conversations w/Ss is what creates real change
A2: the Internet allows for quick sharing of "the work" in real time. Whether through videos, live streams, even
YES! It's the connections & relationships that allow us to take action.
We are currently working on a plan entitled empathy is equity to address diversity and equity in our building.
in my xp conversations end up as a rehearsal for speaking to people who have power in school/work to make change
A2: It sounds (is?) clinical but actively attending to numbers & patterns online can support action & self-measurement/reflection.
Agreed, that keeps me motivated. If something goes well in my classroom, I am writing it up soon.
I live/teach in a pretty rural environment, feels disconnected from Twitter "realities"
Can't emphasize this enough. https://t.co/imSsos1loY
A2: Not disengaging when the conversation becomes uncomfortable. It's okay to experience discomfort.
there aren't a lot of racially diverse voices to amplify in these parts either it seems
right, and if here doesn't match with real life co-workers, that dissonance leads to action hopefully
me too. Two colleagues used Twitter to share that my work was being cited. I wouldn't haven known otherwise
Not just OK, but often necessary. https://t.co/uBEDs9z9L3
A2: Not disengaging when the conversation becomes uncomfortable. It's okay to experience discomfort.
Also in rural area, that's one reason these virtual connections are so important for me & my Ss---
I have connected with many offline who I met on Twitter and vice versa.
They need to know there are other "realities" besides what we live in; & others need to hear about our "reality"
Hey -- any success drawing colleagues into this online network?
A2 - It's in the stories you create and tell...in the social sector, inputs are $$ and outputs are stories. Starts with stories.
Would you shout out your favorite ways/tools for sharing and amplifying your and your Ss work?
so true! Even moreso in language classes perhaps!
Shira, Philadelphia, ms charter soon to be district teacher. Love my kids. Thank you for having all of us.
Well said. In fact it’s the only way that we learn and grow. https://t.co/Hu3ZNelXIS
A2: Not disengaging when the conversation becomes uncomfortable. It's okay to experience discomfort.
A3: inspires me with this one https://t.co/IpTQjk55RM
Other ppl: Aren't you worried about what your students will see if they follow you on Twitter?
*sees edu-debates & nerd convos*
Me: Nope.
A1 Promoting diversity online = amplifying voices & advocating for diverse representation in online communities & postings
word. Do you feel like participation on twitter, pushed you to have tough conversations in your classes?
A2: when does talking = doing, and when does it not? asking this ? of students. does the talking rise into or lift up action?
A3: We setup a class twitter and students saw my profile and tweets. It sparked questions and interest https://t.co/hPu01Z6zdq
Q4: I’ve learned how to challenge folks so they hear me, something I hope my students learn from me. https://t.co/KjT28axr4s
A2: Real work not measured in numbers & charts like false work of our school system.Transformation needs connection 2 self&others
that's my bread and butter!
A3 I do feel that the online world requires us to be our best selves for our students, in the best way possible.
What strategies have worked to help more people connect in constructive ways? https://t.co/9rFa3MK7DE
Hey -- any success drawing colleagues into this online network?
A3 to me being online you should behave in the exact same way you do in real life. Treat others like you’d meet them f2f soon.
We can point to other young people who have used the digital space to become empowered through positive messages. Open the door.
A3: Not sure how to answer. I blog, I tweet. Many students do not.
negative. Many are intimidated by, don't have time for online...anything
A3: I’ve learned how to challenge folks so they hear me, something I hope my students learn from me. https://t.co/KjT28axr4s
A3: I work to actively seek out voices that I've been missing online. I ask/teach/help my Ss to do the same.
YES! They aren't mutually exclusive nor is it linear.
I model collab learning and writing for & with my Ss. Invite them to peak over my shoulder into my PLNs https://t.co/D3CghSik3H
[back online] It’s a cyclical process. Learn, share, learn more. https://t.co/4EPpHGthsv
So there's a first step: be curious and observe before taking action.
A3 I'm curious if people have hit their heads against school/district policies and how they navigated that.
A3 You model by doing. My work is open. Not blocked from view. It's important that they see us grow professionally & advocate
This is just what I was going to say. Using technology to diversify your inputs.
I have showed the voices of so many that have felt powerless but have found their voice online to empower themselves and others.
just now developing confidence to do so via Twitter. Mostly FB. need to reframe & think of it as sharing vs. bragging
This is a great tip if you’re finding conversations are out of your comfort zone. https://t.co/mFfAkW5nwy
yes! In fact, finding the space to engage with a question if you're unsure how to move forward
A3 I need help with this. I'm into Twitter for expanding horizons--kids prefer snapchat, Instagram. How can I build on that?
Great idea! - any examples to share? https://t.co/UU1hoSA5id
We can point to other young people who have used the digital space to become empowered through positive messages. Open the door.
Q3: I model my online work style for students: I'm always looking stuff up in the Internet.
being mindful of your diverse audience while be true to your identity. Also provide a space for marginalized groups
You’re also part of a few PLNs that discuss this very issue and do so in your spare time. That matters. https://t.co/HIiWbU5Pvv
A3: Not sure how to answer. I blog, I tweet. Many students do not.
How have students responded when asked? What are questions they asked?
Starting with internal work and supporting S leaders, before moving to larger community
. I think we're way past worrying about the "discomfort" of the perpetually comfortable.
put a pin in that question, we'll be sharing resources at the end of the hour!
In the past, yes. In my current role, it helps that I get it I think
very limited so far; more often they lurk or browse rather than participate
A3: So far online resembles Ss in a small way: Google apps. I have learned from my Ss sometimes. I talk about citing work.
Excellent points. It's all a matter of perspective. Attitude changes everything.
Yes! Share through wins, losses, & in solidarity. Thoughtful, small change=sustainable change. https://t.co/gKIgkM8cmv
I think change can happen online in small increments, sharing knowledge, learning, resources.
oh no! I've got to go moderate another chat now!
A3: also think this "online" work applies to how we share/process/work in classrooms. Don't often have models in real time.
Likewise. Would love top hear solutions. https://t.co/7IZaSJ1XQp
A3 I'm curious if people have hit their heads against school/district policies and how they navigated that.
I'm hearing that we model online work in two big ways: skills and community. Citation and interaction.
Together we've asked, "Whose voice is missing here?" "Where can we look to find it?"
A3: how do we model the online work while also supporting the online work in schls. is modeling showing? or participating?
That is a great pair of questions. https://t.co/J0RDWhLEco
Together we've asked, "Whose voice is missing here?" "Where can we look to find it?"
A3: w/preservice Ts I encourage them to be cautious w k12 Ss and Fams privacy. I'm respectful of their priv. Always ask permission
Lots of discussion as well about the awful models we adults give them of seeking out multiple perspectives
I'd offer that "be nice" messages many white women get is DEEPLY ingrained. Collides with discomfort.
I like the idea of a critical study of how narrow adults are in their sources, influences.
A3: the only thing that’s worked for me is to keep pushing, keep kicking in the door. It’s opening slowly. https://t.co/medQ2TvUTD
A3 I'm curious if people have hit their heads against school/district policies and how they navigated that.
We take a deep look into what different types of media are portraying and helping them think critically.
can you say more about that Jenn?
SO incredibly important. So important. https://t.co/yOO7nEdZek
A3: w/preservice Ts I encourage them to be cautious w k12 Ss and Fams privacy. I'm respectful of their priv. Always ask permission
The worry of being "impolite" crashes right into need to have hard conversations remain comfortable.
I connect it to visibility and accessibility. Resources are important.
Subquestion to Q4: What's the worst "banned website" (or something else) you have dealt with?
A4: I found that student emails to our tech team about the need for access were way more successful than my own...
/me makes notes to get boot sizes for all the folks in the chat right now. https://t.co/RspCSlkZyE //
A3: the only thing that’s worked for me is to keep pushing, keep kicking in the door. It’s opening slowly. https://t.co/medQ2TvUTD
A3 I'm curious if people have hit their heads against school/district policies and how they navigated that.
I'm constantly wondering what I can/can't speak openly about. Worry abt unspoken "spirit" of policy https://t.co/u8t123Sgq0
A3 I'm curious if people have hit their heads against school/district policies and how they navigated that.
especially when working w POC... Trust is everything
We all butt up against district policies. Creating partnerships with others in the school including admin https://t.co/KvRtDoWOy7
A3 I'm curious if people have hit their heads against school/district policies and how they navigated that.
My take has been that it's the tension of socialization. It's a bit long but I go into it here: https://t.co/YT1auLsUeH
. saw your Twitter profile. has been crucial to my own growth/learning as a person and teacher.
Yikes. Is there somebody you can ask safely? Or better to ask forgiveness than permission?
I had a group studying transgender rights and almost every site they tried to visit was blocked by school filters
A4 As someone whose blog is blocked in all NYCDOE schools, I think it’s imp’t for students to be unafraid. https://t.co/oZLjreRMPt
A4- new to the group...I need more context of what's being filtered.
I engaged in very difficult conversations in digital spaces on the firing of local anchor for racist remarks. Many didn’t get it.
The transparency allows like minded to find each other. Also keeps us from being two-faced. Do you think?
The “moral clause” can cover a whole range of so-called offenses, including political dissent. https://t.co/JKnpUBArEb
I'm constantly wondering what I can/can't speak openly about. Worry abt unspoken "spirit" of policy https://t.co/u8t123Sgq0
A3 I'm curious if people have hit their heads against school/district policies and how they navigated that.
I learned a lot on bridging the gap through .
A4. I would love to work with people to set up test searches on networks to trap for filtered content.
I got accepted into a new advocacy fellowship, so I'm hoping that will help.
We coach up students on marketing and branding. Many have Twitter accounts & engage w/ head of school. https://t.co/VZm1rqJ58P
A4: As an elem T I don't find that my kids have open access. There was a discussion on why we should unblock IG (NASA IG is lit)
A4: We've not had much problem with filtering at campus; bigger problem is Ss having access away from school.
This is something I do myself, but haven't promoted that with students so far.
This is too true. And we can’t assume all Internet access is the same. The next digital divide. https://t.co/qGb3z563Oo
A4: As an elem T I don't find that my kids have open access. There was a discussion on why we should unblock IG (NASA IG is lit)
and anything related to queer activism. Kids wanted to use it, got a big ol' nope from IT filter team.
A4: I just wanted temp access for a lesson and it was shot down. I teach 9 year olds and would norm about use and supervise them
Womp womp. What grade level? (Not that it makes a difference).
What does that engagement look like? Have students lobbied successfully for change?
I struggle with history curriculum and communcating critique in primary grades
The more that we push, the more likely people who have it closed are to open it and engage. https://t.co/bRWvw4n4Ed
A3: the only thing that’s worked for me is to keep pushing, keep kicking in the door. It’s opening slowly. https://t.co/medQ2TvUTD
A3 I'm curious if people have hit their heads against school/district policies and how they navigated that.
A4: But then it kind of seems that there is this natural distrust of my kids using the internet semi-independently
And / or we kick the door open and become the new gatekeepers. Pop open the locks. https://t.co/FOqgNxaz8y
The more that we push, the more likely people who have it closed are to open it and engage. https://t.co/bRWvw4n4Ed
A3: the only thing that’s worked for me is to keep pushing, keep kicking in the door. It’s opening slowly. https://t.co/medQ2TvUTD
A3 I'm curious if people have hit their heads against school/district policies and how they navigated that.
We can equip our students with critically thinking and research skills so that they are knowledgeable and mindful.
A4: in K12 schools here, problem is dated hardware, tiny bandwidth, and only wanting Ss to use skill practice websites or software
Yes - different people get different results. True in community colleges as well. Filtering is pervasive and invisible
We can't stay ahead of Ss if we're blocked to all sites they use. Censorship limits beneficial learning. https://t.co/8of8t5OntA
A4 As someone whose blog is blocked in all NYCDOE schools, I think it’s imp’t for students to be unafraid. https://t.co/oZLjreRMPt
A4: a big deal in communities where Parents use school computers to access web/also "night school" Ss who apply for jobs
At SLA we have a freshman Technology elective where kids get the language to talk about these issues. Vocab helps.
Yes! https://t.co/34cpmd6smZ
And / or we kick the door open and become the new gatekeepers. Pop open the locks. https://t.co/FOqgNxaz8y
The more that we push, the more likely people who have it closed are to open it and engage. https://t.co/bRWvw4n4Ed
A3: the only thing that’s worked for me is to keep pushing, keep kicking in the door. It’s opening slowly. https://t.co/medQ2TvUTD
A3 I'm curious if people have hit their heads against school/district policies and how they navigated that.
High School. Lead to a great discussion about groups reclaiming slurs, though.
We are so lucky to have no sites blocked. We want kids to learn safe self-sufficiency.
A3.. As a counseling dept in a HS, we have a Twitter pg for c/o2016 & try to include post secondary info & social justice issues
I find that these filters come from those who have not yet seen their biases and haven’t looked into themselves.
True progression requires risk! It's the line of continuity for leadership. https://t.co/cyWNt6IAAj
And / or we kick the door open and become the new gatekeepers. Pop open the locks. https://t.co/FOqgNxaz8y
The more that we push, the more likely people who have it closed are to open it and engage. https://t.co/bRWvw4n4Ed
A3: the only thing that’s worked for me is to keep pushing, keep kicking in the door. It’s opening slowly. https://t.co/medQ2TvUTD
A3 I'm curious if people have hit their heads against school/district policies and how they navigated that.
A5: We need to amplify the voices of students of color using the Internet in ways we can learn from. https://t.co/M9lkExnYcS
OHAI GUYZ IM SORRY IM LATE BECAUSE LIFE AHHHHH>
Think it's related to the fact you're at a private and/or single-gender school?
A5 My town has been exploring a grass roots cable/Internet collaborative with other small towns. Would expand access.
Here some community groups providing access and promoting coding--which is not taught in our local schools
A5 starting a 1:1 initiative next year and upgrading wifi to support more devices
A5: Sadly, not enough is being done. There should be more course offerings to all Ss which include access to technology & tech ed
A5: We also highlight the teachers and admin in marginalized spaces who create community on and offline https://t.co/M9lkExnYcS
All the time.
https://t.co/lhNzf4ArPH
The worry of being "impolite" crashes right into need to have hard conversations remain comfortable.
My colleagues more sympathetic to openness when I showed them "Malcolm" is blocked on kids app
A5 Our school is open early and late. Sometimes even later kids sit in the deli across the street to snag the wifi.
Or true learning scares them like stage-fright! What else could they be totally wrong about? Lol! 😊 https://t.co/kQCZuxinpK
I find that these filters come from those who have not yet seen their biases and haven’t looked into themselves.
How can we create spaces to have the difficult conversations about media that is real in the lives of the students.
A5 It’d also be nice if we had more adults who weren’t scared of the Internet. Learning curves matter. https://t.co/M9lkExnYcS
Trust, trust, trust. More trust.
I was on the losing end of that battle for a while; suddenly, we were all on the same side.
*nods* and how we can kids space to share their feelings about those things online? https://t.co/99uXY2UW6z
How can we create spaces to have the difficult conversations about media that is real in the lives of the students.
A4: Looking for guidance on this. Don't know where to start. What age can understand the issue?
I definitely know the feeling of going from being the trailblazer to suddenly having company.
Introduce resources and workshops to under served areas while encouraging community involvement.
I don't think so, but I can't deny the possibility. No school board to answer to, I guess.
A5My school does a good job of asking students to lead PDs, trainings, presentations at tech summits etc. Put them in driver seat
It's a real good feeling. :-)
Too many teachers guard students from the media that we all know they are already consuming. We should teach them how to navigate.
A5 My school does a good job of asking students to lead PDs, trainings, presentations at tech summits etc. Put them in driver seat
One of the hardest things about online communities -- trust can be tough to build without in-person time.
Our school (public) was "uncomfortable" w/anything that brought attention to LBGT issues.
A5 - Any success stories on bringing community members along?
Kids are already talking onhere and irl, but our convos are siloed from one another
A5: in terms of access, there are vouchers for families with lower incomes to access the Internet in terms of privacy, don't know
ya. it's less about teaching kids sometimes. more about teaching us to get out of the way https://t.co/lR8fTRTfno
Too many teachers guard students from the media that we all know they are already consuming. We should teach them how to navigate.
Do you ever reference online convos IRL? How do students react?
We've two advantages: independent, and in an LGBT-frirendly region.
Or learn from them...must admit I am still doing this with snapchat https://t.co/7Dd8oXzkgh
Too many teachers guard students from the media that we all know they are already consuming. We should teach them how to navigate.
Student agency, voice, and control FTW https://t.co/1ixYLUUfFJ
A5My school does a good job of asking students to lead PDs, trainings, presentations at tech summits etc. Put them in driver seat
It'd be great if schls could provide 3 hrs free WiFi for students to wk at home if they can't afford it. https://t.co/roTZBCS2nU
Ah, if only ISPs were on board. There's theoretically a low-cost program in Philly but it blows.
Amen! It's a modern version of censoring books.
And we lose some much that makes human interaction easier - body language, facial expressions, etc.
Is there a mission statement that cites respect or diversity? This can be cited.
I feel like the classroom is a start. Hmm... could kids lead a forum for parents? Maybe?!
It would be interesting to craft an acceptable use policy that references this.
is now trending in USA, ranking 39
Many would rather tell them to talk about it somewhere else then bring it to a safer space to juggle with their ideas.
I appreciate "lets them know I'm a real human"
really? Malcolm? earlier question, I also use YouTube clips for my Preservice Ts to do weekly announcements
I do. They take it pretty much in stride, reacting mostly to the ideas.
A5: when possible, I like the idea of parent workshops to help educate or allow access when needed. https://t.co/QK1BKkXoIG
A5 - Sadly, only online and outside of my school and school district. https://t.co/JqFBc7bKzy
A5 - Any success stories on bringing community members along?
Include those parents in navigation. It might ease their fear of the big bad internet! https://t.co/IGWokcZD0e
Too many teachers guard students from the media that we all know they are already consuming. We should teach them how to navigate.
Or, in some places, like Chicago, there are library spaces for youth only
And, it's likely riddled with ads/monitoring.
A5: But workshops should be available to teach about the importance of privacy
That certainly helps us. Feminist mission, increasingly intersectional work.
The idea of a trap is to catch who is being filtered and how?
https://t.co/8oNfQKTjZ5
A4. I would love to work with people to set up test searches on networks to trap for filtered content.
A6 We have to create systems of trust and open communication within our schools. Also, work through kids. https://t.co/HjmMCtNcXR
and have the students do the presenting to Boards, policy-makers, budget handlers-to show value and agency
A6 Open communication takes time... even in an accepting community, there's so much I *forget* to mention to my kids. For real.
Now my kids are younger, so no not yet. I regret not engaging in past with HS Ss
A6 One of my biggest concerns with race talk is that we rarely create systems for students to speak up / out.
A6 Mindset. Transferring best online practice to real life. Backing knowledge/skills if a conversation gets difficult.
A6: Simply by wearing my shirt, I've sparked several conversations in various Ed spaces. It's a convo starter
Yup. But tomorrow we can try to remember other, newer things. https://t.co/cPUw8mH5rZ
A6 Open communication takes time... even in an accepting community, there's so much I *forget* to mention to my kids. For real.
A6: For me, it started by helping my mostly white Ss recognize and confront the biases they didn't believe they had
I use my blog to show Ss they can touch their dreams & to inspire staff that PD isn't BS but growth! 😊 https://t.co/h8is4YtysD
Ah. My Humanities course is with 7th graders.
One of the greatest things that I have heard so far in our school is having a stu online advisory
. https://t.co/6UfZGjXSGX
A5My school does a good job of asking students to lead PDs, trainings, presentations at tech summits etc. Put them in driver seat
Open up the floor. Facilitate discussion as opposed to dominating it. When students feel valued, they contribute.
What are some of the key pieces of an online advisory? Tell us more.
A5: Now aware of anything being done.
But would like to find out.
Me too! Changed my profile pic and I'm getting the inquisitive stare! https://t.co/uLWSKaLZMP
A6: Simply by wearing my shirt, I've sparked several conversations in various Ed spaces. It's a convo starter
It was an idea that was floated and is in the making. I can inform more as it unfolds. https://t.co/mhqO8MiTFc
What are some of the key pieces of an online advisory? Tell us more.
A6 (cont) which gets to the adult issue of being able to sit with uncomfortable truths.
In some ways voxer helps, but only goes so far.
A6 def my shirt lol. but I also let them follow me online and they'll ask me about it. I also just make it part of my lessons.
A6: I'm considering doing a PD for my dept of just sharing my Twitter feed and other networking sites to show prof value
My kids say sometimes, "hey, you wrote about that lesson we did last week? " This use to make me cringe, now I'm into it.
That is very cool. LIke the sound of that.
Reading the stream, wishing my kid could be in your classrooms.
One of my friends, , has done that at .
By sharing the media that they have found online that is provocative and thought provoking and engaging in deep convos.
Any interest in collaborating on some efforts around ? We have a couple things going on in Little Rock. https://t.co/pLGFaKtqP2
We’d probably like to hear from you as well :-)
yes, two faced or "fake" I would say? If behaviours don't match in real life's to me that's not real.
A6: show Ss your active life in Diversity work.Screenshots, feeds, wonders,debates-this chat! https://t.co/1iFyZzTuNR
A6: show Ss your active life in Diversity work.Screenshots, feeds, wonders,debates-this chat! https://t.co/1iFyZzTuNR
Sometimes they'll ask me in the moment, "Hey, are you going to write about this?!" My response is usually "Maybe!"
yes. this gets SUPER challenging in re: drugs. sex. conflict. but it's absolutely essential to embrace that challenge
Yes! We need to create the spaces in our classrooms to have these conversations. https://t.co/7wm7rX8dkL
A6 One of my biggest concerns with race talk is that we rarely create systems for students to speak up / out.
Just leaving my school's Celebration of Learning Night. Sad to have missed the chat but will catch the archives
absolutely what a great point. Be authentic across spaces
I love the fact that I have an diverse home base and we can talk about these issues while including everyone’s voice.
People can see you on here.
Thank you, thank you! I wish more like you would just speak what they keep secret in their hearts! 👍 https://t.co/KvdMJm3UZs
A6: For me, it started by helping my mostly white Ss recognize and confront the biases they didn't believe they had
A7 Well - and all y'all here! 's "Pushing the Edge." Articles from . Basically, Twitter links.
A6: I would like to see some live tweet session of Ss on issues of race and equity
A7. is constantly sharing incredibly useful info. And has some really interesting work on filtering and AUPs
And even if it only catches on with a few at first, that's how a movement is eventually built. :-)
I definitely scroll through my Twitter / FB feeds when I need something thought-provoking to put in front of kids.
Which is funny because If you asked me, I would say that Twitter / FB is more for "me" than for them, but it's totally a resource!
A7 I found to be an excellent resource
Students absolutely, but that dialogue needs to continue with administration, for job promotions of all! https://t.co/2z5GHAhsEP
A6 One of my biggest concerns with race talk is that we rarely create systems for students to speak up / out.
A7: Currently Reading Courageous Conversations about Race by Glenn Singleton Fabulous resource for starting talk in your school
I try to set it up so students can see and hear all of the things, deeply and not just superficially.
Q3: I model my online work style for students: I'm always looking stuff up in the Internet. | More: https://t.co/PydULIBWPD
Wasn't aware of the T-shirt. I need a conversation starter, too.
A4: Get very frustrated with Chicago Public Schools. Students can't even email out to orgs or politicians. https://t.co/MHxswy3pmY
I utilize unworthy, TED, karmatube and things that I see shared on FB, Twitter, Instagram etc.
A7 greatest resource I draw from: my lived experiences & stories from my fam. Nothing drives point more effectively. Online & IRL
There's a good YouTube video he did on that topic that I've shared out in my school.
a7 Medium is a weird little interesting place with unexpected gems. I don't know how I'd teach 3rd graders to use it...yet
To many are afraid of having these necessary conversations. https://t.co/k7hgYJORwt
I see this all the time - if we as the so-called "trusted adults" shut down convos, we're saying "you can trust me except.."
+ but also with SoC about not ignoring remarks and saying "Oh, well that's just [Bob]."
is over, but the convo doesn't have to end! For transcripts, resources & chat analytics head to https://t.co/sCjU0BXJ0x
Thanks all for your comments tonight and the continued conversation!
A7: Because I was deflated w/the lack of diversity in the world, I created a slow chat for it#WNDLibs.
Thanks everyone! Let's connect.
Thanks, everyone on ! Be well!
thanks for moderating an amazing chat!
Thank you all for your inspiration!
Absolutely. We can't shy away or accept being told to avoid these convos. https://t.co/2BYbw0KFpM
Yes! We need to create the spaces in our classrooms to have these conversations. https://t.co/7wm7rX8dkL
A6 One of my biggest concerns with race talk is that we rarely create systems for students to speak up / out.
Omg, totally sad that I missed 😔
And with that, I am off to start the offline part of my day. Good night, one and all!
thank you for creating the space to start the action!
Thanks to our gracious hosts and . Y’all the best. https://t.co/fe6bFIDOCI
Thanks all for your comments tonight and the continued conversation!
Glad there was interest! As more schools embrace tech integration, this will matter all the more.
Yes, adults mostly programmed to tamp down on that.
https://t.co/UEbQFWg2mr
A6 (cont) which gets to the adult issue of being able to sit with uncomfortable truths.
A6: Plan curriculum through social justice lens. There is always a way to connect class work to SJ work. https://t.co/L9hFfkrmU2
I greatly look up to 's twitter voice and 's blog in this.
I found out that my writing my Ss into my blog, inspired them to do well to make it on there!
As a former CPS teacher, finding Ts &Ss have less & less of a voice. at a time it's needed most. https://t.co/RCdp7TZgk2
A4: Get very frustrated with Chicago Public Schools. Students can't even email out to orgs or politicians. https://t.co/MHxswy3pmY
A4 Power is privilege. So is organizing around a cause. Give kids power to self-advocate for access & involve the community
Such powerful conversations to have with both groups.
After being pushed hard & mentioning possible discrimination complaint, things changed.
Agree. It's just citizenship not digital citizenship. https://t.co/jTx0JZkY6M
A3 to me being online you should behave in the exact same way you do in real life. Treat others like you’d meet them f2f soon.
A5 Know your truth around equity/access. Collect data. Create goals and do the work to change it. So many programs exist for this
I had to model for my Ss that I have my own biases I have worked to break down.Then they were willing to join me
A6 The work that happens F2F is even more important because people can ignore a tweet but they can't ignore what's before them
mad props for hosting an amazing chat & for beautiful slides. and for being great.
Saw and and had to jump in on this one...A4: see tonight's chat.
Extremely powerful voices, we must not let em be silenced. I have students make outside accounts to email legislators.
Creating policy with homies. Virtually, we have serious power here.
Incredibly powerful! I am so inspired by this work. Thank you so much for sharing it.
