#satchat Archive
#Satchat is a weekly Twitter conversation for current and emerging school leaders that takes place every Saturday morning at 7:30 EST. Co-founders and co-moderators are Brad Currie, Scott Rocco, and Billy Krakower. #Satchat's mission is to expand educator's Personal Learning Network (PLNs) that in turn will promote the success of all students.
Saturday September 17, 2016
Good morning and welcome to . Topic: Google Apps for Education: https://t.co/Lza6WQwkuA . Please introduce yourself.
Please take a moment to intro yourself, what you do and where you are from
Sean - Dir of Instructional Tech, Google Trainer, and proud lifelong Cubs fan from Orland Pk IL.
Good morning everyone and welcome to ! Brad Currie, Founding Partner of here in NJ.
Maria R from Iowa. Good morning!
Tom, K-5 principal, Lexington, Massachusetts. Morning everyone!
Good Morning, ! Elementary educator from PA.
Hi
Carl HS Maths Science from Avonsleigh Australia
Hi! Pam, SpEd Inst. Tech Specialist, Charleston,SC Always love spending my morning learning from y'all!
Good morning from VT. Ed Tech coach
Good morning 5th grade teacher and admin intern from Utah- here and ready to learn with/from you!
Good Morning I’m Joel a technology & innovation teacher from Hershey, PA
Good morning all! Debbie from Colorado! Science teacher/leader!
Adam, 5/6 social studies, Brooklyn, OH! Good morning! It's going to be a great day! Starting it off by watching classic Batman!
Good morning! Shari, 5th teacher, going on my 36th year, in South Florida!
Good Morning, . I'm an elementary assistant principal from Holliston, MA!
Kelly from Ocean, NJ Good morning
Good morning - Mary Hadley, academic coach from Texas.
Brittany from SC. 8 ELA. Good morning!
Good morning. I'm Justin from Virginia. I'm a Fourth grade teacher and a Google for Education Certified Innovator
Good morning everyone! Sylwia here, 3rd grade teacher and technology coach. Just began my second year as a 1:1 classroom teacher.
Some food for thought before . Increase teacher empowerment, increase morale, productivity. https://t.co/TIUczoRRDf
Engaging chat going on about HOMEWORK over at , friends!
Hi - Don - MS Principal - Long Island
Hi , Julie in KS. HS ELA & K-12 tech integration/1:1 iPads. Excited to talk GAFE!
Susan- High School English Teacher in Lakewood, OH. New to Twitter Chats.
Sam....BA and Tech Coordinator from NJ.
Good am. Chris from Jersey Shore. Teach AP Gov and Pol, US I and Psy
Andrew Kauffman 3rd grade from northern Indiana looking to encourage innovation each day
Good morning . Supervisor of tech from NJ
Hey Brad. My goal this year is to come and present at
Welcome
Yankees fan but hope your Cubs win this year!
Good morning Pam! Awwww....you beat me to a tweet!
Good morning, ! Michelle checking in and representing .
Good Morning Alice, 8th grade math teacher from Nantucket MA joining in to talk
Always enjoy starting the day with ! Heather, Assoc Supt for Millard PS in Omaha, NE. will love this topic.
Goooooood Morning Rob, Elementary AP from CT.
Good morning . Flipped mastery math teacher from Cincinnati, OH
Good morning, . Amy from MI. middle school band. Popping in and out this AM.
Hope all is well in Australia!
Good morning Brenda Middle School Principal from chilly MN 47 degrees this AM
I'm on my second 1:1 year too!
Good morning Justin! How's your class?
Good morning Technology Coordinator from central NJ
Looks like we were both winners in the Castro / Chapman deal.
Have spoken to many US eds about recess. Amazes me. What has driven this erosion of play/break time in many US schools?
Good Morning from South Jersey - Technology Coordinator - so excited for this morning's topic
Come on over and
just started
Good morning , Mary Bus Ed T on a nice chilly morning in CT
Hi! Jordan - K-5 Reading Coach in South Carolina
Beautiful. Spring is springing and the Moon is full
Good morning! Sylwia from NJ here, 3rd grade teacher & technology coach. Just began my second year as a 1:1 classroom teacher.
Good Morning! Rob, Music Supervisor, NJ
Cheryl, MS principal from PA. Looking forward to learning how you're all using GAFE.
Good morning Brad- great to connect here!
Jen from Mahopac NY teacher, tech leader and mom
Good morning, . I'm Mark, HS Spanish teacher & instructional technologist in MA. Excited to chat about .
Good morning , Kelly, K-6 principal from NJ
Good morning Carla from Dominican Republic. Secondary director at The Community for Learning
welcome to can't wait to present with you at
How's it going? Chromebooks? iPads? Much better than last year, or still too early to tell?
Here's a post I wrote recently. Love your thoughts. "Teaching Math with Google Apps: A 4 in 1 Approach" https://t.co/10x45FM5XD
Good morning! Self-contained 2nd-grade teacher!
Good Morning ,science specialist, Proficiency based learning team , a VT educator , a MA educator want to be who is N DC this AM
Good morning! Toshila, JH AP from Texas.
Hello Kelly from NJ joining in- School Media Specialist for a K-8
my first year 1:1. Helped my flipped math class immensely. Any suggestions to help me out?
HI ! Great to see you today
Hi Jacki principal from Central Ohio!
Good morning from VT! I love to learn with first graders, and am excited to
Congrats on being a top 100 VT Tweeter Teacher!
Good morning . I'm Stacy, a 3rd grade teacher from CT.
Good morning, . John from Nipmuc Regional High School in Upton, MA.
Good morning ! Richard from Alexandria VA joining in! Looking forward to today's topic!
Lee Ann from Orlando, secondary English teacher
So true Tess. Seen it in myself when I get dissillusioned. withdraw from participating rather than complain https://t.co/Y7vbsYfxMP
Some food for thought before . Increase teacher empowerment, increase morale, productivity. https://t.co/TIUczoRRDf
Good morning ! Looking forward to all the goodness here! Kristin from Lansing, MI 6th grade ELA and SS
I'm on Chromebooks. Kids are taking to them faster and more effectively this year. Still early on tho
ha! In the mid 50s here in OH
Good Morning, ! Kyle Hamstra, Science/Tech Specialist in Cary, NC.
Good morning PLN
Scott, Superintendent from NJ
Co-founder of
apps for Education nut!
Q 1 coming in 1 minute
Good morning PLN
Scott, Superintendent from NJ
Co-founder of
apps for Education nut!
Q 1 coming in 1 minute
Morning - joining from NJ - my kids are in 's school - oh, and I do GAfE at Google ;)
Good morning everyone. Shaelynn from Iowa where I support districts in the areas of literacy & technology!
so good to see you my friend!
Gm, ELA teacher in Prov, RI at Village Green Virtual Charter school teaching seniors
Fall is falling here in the other hemisphere! So cool to connect with ppl around the world! https://t.co/WNazeMPlZ5
Beautiful. Spring is springing and the Moon is full
Morning, My coffee is ready! Terri - 7/8 English / Lit teacher Texas
Good morning I am Brian from Southern NJ- Digital Innovation Specialist and soon to be a Google Certified Innovator
Morning friends! Peter, grade5/6 teacher from Thunder Bay Ontario
Hi everyone! Courtney from West Chester, PA. Looking forward to learning with you this morning
Let's start at the foundation level:
Q1 Why Google Apps for Education?
Hi! Orange County is where I started my teaching career. Miss FL!
I'm on my second 1:1 year too- was the only class in whole district but that's changing quickly
hi there. Math teacher southern Ohio
Good Morning Billy. is going to great. Can't wait to present.
good morning Billy! I'm super excited to chat today. I hope your year has started off well!
Good morning, Michelle from Houston, TX
as far as I know I'm still one of (if not only) elementary classes in my new district
Andy. Principal in middle years principal. Our district/school is using GAFE. Love how easy it is to communicate/collaborate.
Missing today. Heading to in NJ. Going to a great day to see my PLN and PD. Hope 2 c u there!
Good morning Brian- Hope life is treating you well!
Thank you. I hope to help other VT educators see the reason to be a Tweeter. https://t.co/lJwCJ1czDg
Congrats on being a top 100 VT Tweeter Teacher!
it's going so well! We have chromebooks. My students are rocking it!
Good morning friends! So happy to be with you at the end of week 2 of classes here in Ontario! Off to a flying start!
A1: Collaboration tool and great way to provide feedback to students- also lots of accessibility features
It's night Debbie. Else I would send you a pick. But the dail in the car has moved off heat
Good Morning Michael here Principal from Baltimore
Good Evening from Beijing, China.
heard about your acceptance! Welcome to the fam
will be checking in while I build a fourth bookcase in my office.. and your great book suggestions!
create opportunities for collaboration, important in math class! EQ editor is tricky, but we can work around!
A1: it's collaborative and web based to access anywhere. And it actually works together!
Good morning Deborah from NJ.
A1: Simplicity. not a steep learning curve, and the people constantly update based on teachers requests
Us too, Andy. RT Our district/school is using GAFE. Love how easy it is to communicate/collaborate.
Good luck to my co moderators of need to duck out early. Family first.
Good morning . Linda from IL. Teaching/Learning Facilitator
We challenged our teachers to at least reach A & M in SAMR model during year 2, and try to eliminate the S
thanks for sharing! I come from the Engl classroom, but I know many math teachers looking for ideas!
Hi lively to be here this evening in 🇦🇺 - taking time out from 3000word essay 🤓
Good morning from LI, NY
Mornin Tweeps
Good morning , Military Science Instructor (), West Point, NY
hi Brad!! Excited to chat today!! Hope you had a great start to your school year 😊
Hi everyone Travis from Bucks County Pa
A1 students can collaborate and creative a levels before unthought of. Shift from collection/curation of knowledge
DM message me and we can chat more!
.RT A1: Simplicity. not a steep learning curve, and the people constantly update based on teachers requests
A1 - encouraging collaboration, creativity and creation.
true! g(math) addon is good and is best.
in some cases, S may be ok. Everything has its place
A1: offers things no other OS had / has:
Collaboration
Multiple features for T's and S's
FOCUSED ON EDUCATION!
A1 To allow students to collaborate to solve problems, gives all Ss a voice
Actually I hope to help educators see the value no matter where they are. https://t.co/lz4QRclPAv
Thank you. I hope to help other VT educators see the reason to be a Tweeter. https://t.co/lJwCJ1czDg
Congrats on being a top 100 VT Tweeter Teacher!
Good morning . I'm Perry, middles school principal in the the Chicagoland area.
thanks! I can't wait for next month!
A1: Iowa is a state and it allows students a suite of collaborative and creation tools to learn, create, & share!
My coop principal is ordering for her school so I'm only one until later this year
Good morning from Dawsonville GA.
A1: I think helps to unify a classroom and give a common place for learning outside the school.
A1. Free, Collaborative, Simplicity. It is set up for classrooms and schools in mind.
A1 Can’t think of an inst. tool that’s changed teaching & learning > . Redefining collaboration, organization, communication.
A1 Customizable, organizable, evolving toolbox; meets needs of readers, writers & thinkers. https://t.co/H0hZXAYykR
So true - it does actually work together!! Don't have to do all the time-consuming "work-arounds" https://t.co/w495WnG1oz
A1: it's collaborative and web based to access anywhere. And it actually works together!
A1: GaFE disrupted ed tech in a big way. We should be supporting & encouraging products that do that
well done. The ability to give personalised and individualized feedback is highly critical
Speaking of working together I love how other sites/apps are working w/ it as well! for example :)
A1: Ease of collaborating and sharing and no longer tied to a specific machine, my work is anywhere at anytime
haven't started just yet! I'll let you know as soon as we start. I can't wait!!
A1 The collaboration is the #1 reason I think. WE can think, learn and grow together
A1 The obvious to me is that GAFE is an equalizer. Unlike other collab communication/creativity suites, it's free to all.
A1: Connect, collaborate, create: become curious learners with ease of tools.
A1: Easily adaptable to multiple subject areas, many ways for students to demonstrate learning, collaborative, free...
A1 Gives you opportunity to colloborate and use things in schools that would otherwise be expensive
Q1 Google apps gives kids a seamless way to access a variety of school tools all in one place accessible from anywhere
A1: GAFE has opened access to a variety of digital tools for our Ts & Ss. It's 1 piece of the puzzle in changing our instruction.
Good morning - Rashida, Division Level instructional coach from Fairfax, VA
A1: GAFE make the real world enter our classrooms! The support from and educators on Twitter is awesome for T's
A1 Provides us with the chance to give Ss instant and specific feedback on an individual level
Good day heading to our community arts festival. Assistant superintendent from North Texas lets go learn!!!
Anything that improves our efficiency and our effectiveness is a tool we want in our tool box. https://t.co/g2nWEGg4d0
Let's start at the foundation level:
Q1 Why Google Apps for Education?
Collaboration is so important to learning. https://t.co/H8yZ3Y4tHy
A1 students can collaborate and creative a levels before unthought of. Shift from collection/curation of knowledge
that's wonderful!!! My district is now 1:1 third - eighth grade. Such an exciting movement.
Good morning everyone in i'm Edgar from Ciudad de México
Agree w/ having it's place, but I don't think we reach potential of having devices if we don't move toward redefining
A1: Free, promote collaboration in many different ways, have a learning mgmt system, suite of tools get updated by Google.
A1: I have a lot to learn, so far...transparency, collaboration, scaffold tools for reluctant writers, engagement.
A1: Allows you to shift your mindset from a simple worksheet to endless opportunities of collaboration, communication & creativity
A1 its also accessible across all devices and platforms. And freeee
A1) Collaboration, cross-platform, integration of text/image/video/audio non one place, focus on process & work in progress.
is my favorite! But, can also import EQ as images in if Ss struggle with add-on.
A1: Google Apps for Education offers collaboration and learning communities. The collaboration component is huge.
A1:Student engagement, collaboration, familiarity, growth, and empowerment.
1A) A shared space for learning
can you explain what you mean by that?
I think provide opportunities for Students to collaborate and take their learning to another level
Very true. I love how kids and Ts can work together in documents or projects.
A1
Why Apps for Ed? Because is constantly upgrading, improving & making better for T's & S's
is focused on us
as well as I could ask for! I hope you are well too!
A1: 🤔 I can barely remember teaching w/o the collaboration & real-time feedback that GAFE allows. Game-changer!
Agreed, not only does it unify a classroom, it enables classes around the globe to connect and collaborate! https://t.co/aS3q3qeek5
A1: I think helps to unify a classroom and give a common place for learning outside the school.
A1 we use GoogleApps in my class because it just works and kids just know how to use it
definitely agree. Need to make it more than a fancy pencil
A1: GAFE gives teachers a safe space to communicate and collaborate. In our district everyone (all Ts&Ss) have accounts
A1: provides students w/ an opportunity to collaborate, access info, & show what they know in ways once thought unimaginable
you'll be such a great resource for them 😊
A1: Reliable and flexible, allows for creativity from staff and students. Unlimited cloud storage!!!!
Indeed. Learning is social. Collaboration is key for students and educators.
Wow! Your whole district! That's fantastic that everyone can learn together! How young do you start?
Accessibility and device agnostic are key. Breaks down walls and reduces challenges with access.
A1) GAFE provide Ts w/opportunties to have Ss engage, collaborate, inquire, explore & are easy to use https://t.co/kqYlRXsde2
Morning! Kim from Raleigh, third grade checking in!!
A1 gafe provides students flexibility with collaboration, creativity, and choice in their sharing of ideas
Yes! Love that we can do real time feedback as they work on shared docs! I can be in 20 places at once. https://t.co/fzjeNha6FQ
A1 Provides us with the chance to give Ss instant and specific feedback on an individual level
- that flexible is huge! https://t.co/7Q1si5dqe4
A1: Ease of collaborating and sharing and no longer tied to a specific machine, my work is anywhere at anytime
A1: the ease of use for Ss and Ts is a big plus. Ss love getting real time feedback from peers and Ts also
A1: It has helped me to create living documents that I can share with my coworkers.
A1 Ditto...a cornerstone 4 learning mgmnt. Especially in the digital space, better than some paid systems https://t.co/CxB5SrxFej
A1: GAFE has opened access to a variety of digital tools for our Ts & Ss. It's 1 piece of the puzzle in changing our instruction.
and move data and files simply
A1: Flexibilty, learning integration, ease of use, universal connectedness, constant improvements being made, help to meet Ss needs.
A1 GAFE = learning any time, any place, any path, any pace.
So true...very responsive to S and T needs and wants.
A1: allows for greater connection between T & Ss. Ts can provide feedback while peers can review as well. Collaboration is key!
A1 Collaboration & ease of use. Love that Google actually uses our fb to improve apps quickly also. https://t.co/VR4urrMxp2
Let's start at the foundation level:
Q1 Why Google Apps for Education?
Yes! Accessible anywhere &having access forever is super powerful! Ss build a portfolio of work to showcase https://t.co/qatGZgkXyP
A1: it's collaborative and web based to access anywhere. And it actually works together!
A1: Google Apps shows kids how achievable teamwork is today - reflects how people actually work and let's Ts give feedback fast.
A1 Why GAFE? Collaboration.
a1 feature rich & can tailor to your needs, integrated into other platforms, can easily design activities to align w 21st cen learn
A1: I love the endless opportunities for collaboration that GAFE provides for teachers and students!
A1 Use of GAFE is quick and usually painless - cuts transition time - less down time
A1: GAFE help take learning beyond the four walls of the classroom. Enhance what great teachers do!
A1: Ss are comfortable with . This levels the playing field for , and the idea of collaborat'n is already embedded in it!
I agree! Ways students and teachers thought unimaginable! It's a tool that forces all to shift thinking
Agree completely https://t.co/1YQvAPTFcD
A1 The obvious to me is that GAFE is an equalizer. Unlike other collab communication/creativity suites, it's free to all.
Well said! I like the shift from "worksheet" to "workflow" & "work in progress"
Q2 How does fit into the evolution of an educator? Where can one look to for growth in this area?
not on par w/ questions, but please check out my mom's new store! https://t.co/3WjDeZaFRR Excellent gifts for all ages!
A1 the simplicity. The ease of sharing. The collaboration and integration. Easily shared on social media for Ps.
A1: provides a medium for Creativity, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, & Communication... for Free
My thoughts 2. Ed is 2 demanding 2 go it alone for Ts. GAFE makes collab, easier. Models 21st century skills 4 Ss 2.
. I love how our living document- PLC notes for the 10th grade ELA team--keeps us focused and moving forward.
glad to hear it. I'm toying with how to tweak into an in and out of class flip
A1 allows for collaboration
Absolutely true and appreciated! Google gets it! https://t.co/IqjVbEhJAf
A1
Why Apps for Ed? Because is constantly upgrading, improving & making better for T's & S's
is focused on us
They really eat it [the feedback] up. Probably one of the best parts
If Ts aren't willing to move past using as 'digital worksheet', we don't open door to inquiry & student driven research
So true, great answer! https://t.co/3vpjoVerSU
A1: Google Apps shows kids how achievable teamwork is today - reflects how people actually work and let's Ts give feedback fast.
Google Apps for Education has brilliant potential for promoting the 4 C's. !
YES - one of our most important goals in Google Apps: ANY device from ANYwhere
A1 https://t.co/3RDzewnUbj
Accessibility and device agnostic are key. Breaks down walls and reduces challenges with access.
Tech tools that work consistently and across multiple platforms!!!
A1: Access and use of YT within GAFE is a major change.
there are two 2nd grade classes that are 1:1, 3rd-8th all 1:1 but everyone from K up have a few chromebooks per class!
A1 Google Apps provide versatility, ease of use, promoting sharing and collaboration, and so many ways to create
A2: GaFE makes collaboration easy & that is 1 way educators have evolved. Collaborating with educators globally
A1: Each student has google account/drive. Students "own" that space. promotes creation and collaboration
Gr8 to have you on
Anything coming from you can tell us about?
We'll keep it quiet!!! :)
https://t.co/LaRQbmrkqI
Morning - joining from NJ - my kids are in 's school - oh, and I do GAfE at Google ;)
A1: Google Apps are available beyond just GAFE, life skills
A1: GAFE drives S led instruction and choice. So many options for S success.
Yes, once I establish routines for access. - cuts transition time - less down time
Good morning jumping in late just landed in Portland Maine
A1 Also a great resource in PLCs for Ts to have constant access to resources shared, materials, etc. & collaborate outside of PLC
A1: One place to communicate, collaborate, learn & create for all.
I like that it's a one stop shop for communicating, collaborating, and creating
I agree! Underscores the change from compliance to creativity!
https://t.co/T58x9AnmT9
Well said! I like the shift from "worksheet" to "workflow" & "work in progress"
Nice! HOwever, I'm very glad I switched from ios to android recently. made my connections to much better
When students use google docs for the first time and I hear ... "we're all in the same doc together ... I see you typing! Cool!"
Joining after a run. Lurking until I stop sweating. Jay, Principal from Merton, WI.
A1) Because it assist with the 4 Cs and it works.
A2: I just started using it, but it seems like really allows for Ts to expand knowledge thru training and community.
A1 Google is on the cutting edge of technology & educators need to be ahead of that. Great apps 4 learning or enhancing learning
Yes! Instant relevancy. Not just a "school" thing... its a "professional" thing and a "life" thing.
A1) GAFE puts students and teachers on the same playing field, regardless of school, location, or other demographics.
A2: I recommend the cert training! I learned so much on Level 1 ! We have to stay as T's to keep S's engaged.
Just saw keynote w with preK kids doing amazing things! Kids can do it w great teaching! Changed mindset
This is something I love about Google Apps, and they continue to make it better across all platforms! https://t.co/PJI33xi9QQ
YES - one of our most important goals in Google Apps: ANY device from ANYwhere
A1 https://t.co/3RDzewnUbj
Accessibility and device agnostic are key. Breaks down walls and reduces challenges with access.
A1: GAFE is & mirrors tech I use to collab w some of the nation's top innovators. It's real-world productivity training for kids
A1: GAFE allows for S collaboration, engagement, flexibility, easy differentiation, access to limitless resources, I could go on
A2: Since apps are so similar in structure, easy for Ts to learn next app. Ts see growth, Ss see more choices win win
A1. Allows Ts and Ss to abandon the walls of the typical classroom and learn everywhere. Provides for future reading Ss
allows students to stop consuming and start creating, providing feedback, asking questions, and reflecting
A1 is accessible by everyone and is becoming more robust every day.
A2 There are so many connected educators to look to-hard to list with 140 chara! On Twitter, checkout to find Innovators
A1) on top of all the great answers I'm seeing already about as an efficient suite of tools for collaboration, it's FREE!
A2) I go to the masters and for any GAFE assistance
A2: the tools change as teaching and students change. Tons of groups and communities of twitter chats to learn from like
A2: heading to conference NOW.
will like this answer A1 on
Is there a video of it? I have some preK T's who would really love to see that!
True, not only that teamwork and collaboration are achievable, but essential. True in every industry.
A1 working together allows for collaboration
.MT A1 Great resource in PLCs for Ts to have 24/7 access to resources, notes and ideas.
Good Morning friend. Hope all is well.
A2: creates a perpetual conversation btwn Ss and Ts, bringing timely feedback and T as facilitator to the classroom
Google apps impact collaboration in Prof Learning too. Crowd-source resources, synchronous collaboration during PL sessions .
A1 GAFE helps streamline student & teacher documents for use, storage, & sharing. Collaboration potential is awesome
Good morning -- Dennis -- Middle School Principal, Long Island, NY.
A2 models evolution, growing with T feedback. Sheets changed so much Ts can't say "not as good as excel" anymore
Jesus can turn our pain into potential, mess into a message and our brokenness into beauty.
A2 - Educators learn with like-mind Educ across the globe! PLN is where we get support.
Dana from Iowa joining to feed my curiosity about
A1 Accessible anywhere on nearly any device. No more- "The dog ate my homework" or "I left it at school". https://t.co/sjaC4tlErk
Let's start at the foundation level:
Q1 Why Google Apps for Education?
A1: Gone R days of Ts closing the door & doing it "their way." GAFE is great tool 4 collective approach 2 teaching that is needed.
A1. The collaboration piece is what makes so appealing to me.
allows for collaboration that wouldn't be possible without - that's the litmus test for any technology right?
A2 is a great tool to see if veteran teachers are willing to evolve with the newest and most innovative technologies
A2: GAFE is always reflecting on products & making improvements. What good Ts do as well. Promotes collabration.
A2: We started using with staff. They got comfortable before we started using it with Ss. Made transition easier.
A2 there are literally thousands of uses of . Attend a to continue growing or connect with others using it
A2: = evolution in Ed bc changes improving learning, teaching & overall experience. Survival of the fittest learning platform
Q2: Ts evolve because the dynamics of our world are changing.Why go2 Blockbusters if I can use Netflix on my TV?😳 Change is good
a1b: Also plug-ins galore! e.g. Flubaroo (auto grades your Forms), Kaizena (voice comments for Ss papers), etc. Share your favs!
That's my favorite tool that I use daily!
A2: is a platform that does not limit how it can be used, you can't outgrow it!
A2: As an educator, encourages lifelong learning, connections across the globe, and feedback in a transparent classroom.
A2: Easy to use as substitution for non-tech instruction. From there, Ts can transform instruction with personalization.
A2 allows for Ss to collaborate and learn together in their own classroom and making connections with others outside the 4 walls!
I like the idea of a living document for PLC notes---efficient
Good morning Sorry I'm jumping in late. MS teacher from
A2: GAFE provides educators with ways to reach students who are already tech savvy. Teachers are evolving learners as much as Ss.
The cold mornings and signs of winter are starting again. I'm so not ready to rake leaves or shovel snow
A2) Many Ts know how to create "word processed" doc & GAFE introduces how to provide collaboration, feedback, grading in real time
A2 If you have Q's for , you can tweet them to and gafe using T's will answer you!
A2: GAFE pushes Ts to stay current and relevant. Ts have to update as much as GAFE does.
A2: cool 2 watch newbies use 4 self then grow w Ss. Learn using Twitter, YouTube, free online trainings https://t.co/9Unc0j1S60
Q2 How does fit into the evolution of an educator? Where can one look to for growth in this area?
A2: is a teacher extending beyond the basics of ? Are they using extensions? Are they challenging Ss? Use as evaluation!
A1: GAFE allows the teacher to more easily teach the STUDENT by giving students what they need through choice and differentiation
I agree - no longer working in silos and understanding how much we can learn from each other
Students having their own space in their Google Drive provides ownership & empowerment https://t.co/DkVK3TwEBl
A1: Each student has google account/drive. Students "own" that space. promotes creation and collaboration
A2 Makes collaborating and sharing easy makes meeting simple and can surround all hectic schedules
A2 Has completely changed my teaching, need to pursue training to improve my game!
A2: I do my curriculum, school budgeting, staff attendance all in
A2: With access to GAFE tools, almost no reason to NOT collaborate. Pushes boundaries of where learning can go.
A2) Full GAFE integration moves classrooms into the 21st century! Relevance and real-life application; tools to use for life!
- Love that message! https://t.co/EK1YhyxUZl
When students use google docs for the first time and I hear ... "we're all in the same doc together ... I see you typing! Cool!"
yes, it can be very empowering and makes kids feel more comfortable w/ ease of use.
YES - Kids can start younger than you think - ask
Early
https://t.co/TwVZJgNKPA
Just saw keynote w with preK kids doing amazing things! Kids can do it w great teaching! Changed mindset
Best thing I've learned from Twitter- 2 move past using tech 4 digitial wkshts,I keep this in mind all time https://t.co/FiWyI34TN6
If Ts aren't willing to move past using as 'digital worksheet', we don't open door to inquiry & student driven research
Good morning , Michaele from Kansas, KNG T, joining late.
GAFE enables Ts to take what had been a worksheet and transform the learning into an interactive learning experience
I don't have the link but Alice probably will :) You'll be blown away and T was inspiring!
Yes, empowers Ts & Ss. Sharing w/ teammates easily is a huge plus. Ts like to tinker. Make a copy and edit to suit you
A1:student choice is inherent in using creativity flows and students of all levels can succeed!
A2 growth in reflection on documents and ideas shared with me from other educators. Reflection and growth through blogger
A2 If you're not changing & adapting, you're not learning. We can learn & discover with the kids. https://t.co/7y0rO97Daf
Q2 How does fit into the evolution of an educator? Where can one look to for growth in this area?
A2. GAFE = evolution in ed bc it breaks downs walls and invites in classmates, other classes, parents, community & more
Q2. While not only GAFE, I would be lost w/o my G+ PLN
We use a form to submit our attendance/notes to admin. and a document (same one week to week) for notes.
Very well said. Bravo! Teachers need to be part of learning communities: in their classroom, school, PLN.
A2: Ease of access for collaboration and differentiation. Ex: Gather evidence from text together in docs then write individually.
moves Ts from what they have always done to where we are going and to where things are always shifting and changing.
A2 Education is about learning. is creating learning in the classroom for both teachers and students. THIS IS AWESOME!
get Ss engaged in this too, flip their learning! You're the model, but Ss make it better!
Thanks for sharing! I'll check it out later.
A2 One of the biggest ways I grew using GAFE was making sure I used it in my personal life, too. Tried to teach friends and family
A2 they all integrate so easily for adults and Ss. So much better than other tools that we have tried.
Agreed! https://t.co/FWIvxqNtm4
A2. GAFE = evolution in ed bc it breaks downs walls and invites in classmates, other classes, parents, community & more
A2. Google Apps allows educators to continually grow. Keeps up learning.
No but the excuse "I don't have any" is. Thanks be to phones and hacking, I've made it work, lol. Great graphic:)
A2: "Evolution" comes when is about instructional change & focus on learning & collaboration. Watch the Ss to see the change.
We're an iPad 1:1 high school, and we couldn't have the success we've had w/o It was our backbone before
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Agreed! You can't use the tool without learning and growing! https://t.co/Ie3dWkwWkZ
A2: GAFE pushes Ts to stay current and relevant. Ts have to update as much as GAFE does.
good morning sir - we both have on our mind. Alice is the Google Goddess
POLICIES ARE SO GREAT media puppets PICKING AT STRAWS!! It is DESPERATE and Obvious!!
A2 Ability 2 collaborate w/ other Ts anytime, any place; new ways of thinking abt pedagogy&planning for Ss. https://t.co/pH19PuxL63
Q2 How does fit into the evolution of an educator? Where can one look to for growth in this area?
Hardest part was logging in but I was totally amazed once they were in--Can Google make login easier?
Absolutely! It can make choice and differentiation much easier and more discrete https://t.co/Fsu9hoC3KX
A1: GAFE allows the teacher to more easily teach the STUDENT by giving students what they need through choice and differentiation
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A2:Our students have evolved into techie, we must do the same. We have to conform to them, not the other way around
Things are good. How about you? Working as admin this year?
A2 GAFE fits in nicely to move to a more collaborative & student centered curriculum. Create PBL opportunities.
Q2: aligns w/ an evolving educator bc the tech evolves based on changing needs. Google is constantly tweaking their offerings
so funny "hardships of a more primitive time" ...what happens when educators don't keep up with the times? 🤔
My observation re as parent: son went from handwritten work K-4 to GAFE this year, w/no typing/keyboarding class between.
that is a great synopsis. I'm going to steal that and use it at next department meeting
we did that last year! Ss made videos for each other
A2: I'm updating & improving, GAFE is updating & improving....love how it models that you can't stay stagnant (for Ts & Ss!)
Ditto! https://t.co/Eiz03eeMUK
A2: I recommend the cert training! I learned so much on Level 1 ! We have to stay as T's to keep S's engaged.
A2: I wished that Google Hangout would replace some of these face to face meetings.
Hahaha! I still see kids who are required to have notebooks and thumb drives, sadness.
A2: Google offers TONS of training and support for teachers. Many ways to learn & grow w/tools that support teaching & learning.
A2. Convo with a S. Me: Happy with your work? S: Yep. Me: Share it with your parents. S: Oh, I'm going to work on it a bit more.
A2: I've seen educators change their whole pedagogy with as collaboration, "work anywhere", fast feedback are possible
A2: Being a district has simply removed a lot of barriers for staff and students regarding building 21st century skills!
I knew you'd be on this topic!!
I hope to see a classroom museum someday where the desks are in rows & nobody understands why you would ever do that
that's great! Ss thrive when given voice and choice
yes! ask they are friendly, helpful, and always willing to point you in the right direction! https://t.co/mXMKlJ1n35
Thanks! Have fun with it.
we have begun doing that and it is awesome
My short post is about my own tech journey and the technology paradigm I recommend for educators. https://t.co/2Rz8gZibGC
No but the excuse "I don't have any" is. Thanks be to phones and hacking, I've made it work, lol. Great graphic:)
A2: This year's kindergarten Ss will be the class of 2030. What skills do they need? How do we evolve as Ts so that we meet needs?🤔
Q3 What impact does have on student learning? How does this play out in a lesson or unit of study?
Yes! Our district does keyboarding in 6th gr (!) My Ss are already functional. Motivated to use the google classroom.
A1: Here's a peek at our shared English 2 PLC folder. Imagine what is possible with this kind of connection. https://t.co/SUnMReiIfG
Adults have the same reaction! Then we show them revision history ooohh aaahhh. https://t.co/ti2ExQyMAi
When students use google docs for the first time and I hear ... "we're all in the same doc together ... I see you typing! Cool!"
YES! Also makes it easier on the occasions you have to miss school!
A3: GAFE can support S engagement, choice, voice, freedom to take part in S-driven learning opportunities and connect globally.
Say that again! 100% agree https://t.co/ystmCtel4A
I hope to see a classroom museum someday where the desks are in rows & nobody understands why you would ever do that
A favorite aspect of is how collaboration is center-stage by design, challenging beliefs of "school". https://t.co/DEuZWCqV74
Let's start at the foundation level:
Q1 Why Google Apps for Education?
A2 all meeting agendas and presentations go on here our managerial items I record and post to YouTube so we can focus on learning
Great way to become more comfortable with it! Need to try!
GHOs via allow me to tear down walls & "take" Ss to places & people I never dreamed possible https://t.co/jc6OrbYfVI
Yes! Totally agree with you Jay! And what better way to model learning for students??! https://t.co/XIOmIwBSTj
A2 If you're not changing & adapting, you're not learning. We can learn & discover with the kids. https://t.co/7y0rO97Daf
Q2 How does fit into the evolution of an educator? Where can one look to for growth in this area?
Awesome thought! https://t.co/VJ6DkRyuye
I hope to see a classroom museum someday where the desks are in rows & nobody understands why you would ever do that
A3: Ss gain real world connections to learning. They do independent and collaborative learning. Ss are pushed to go beyond!
All of was planned via google hangout! https://t.co/vxJ0gHKCUq
A2: I wished that Google Hangout would replace some of these face to face meetings.
A3: I like the level of collaboration for Ss.
A2 I love how not intimidating is to new users, I am working w/ lots of teachers switching & they are very willing to try it
The worldwide headquarters in 1998; 21st search engine to enter the market. Start small educators. https://t.co/KuQAYVC7W2
A2: The collaborative nature of allows for embedded growth among staff
This made me giggle right out loud. https://t.co/XKbXCZbQQ1
I hope to see a classroom museum someday where the desks are in rows & nobody understands why you would ever do that
.RT : Q3 What impact does have on student learning? How does this play out in a lesson or unit of study?
I agree w/ thumb drives, but research shows Ss retain more of what they physically write. Need balance
had to do this with the kids when they were in a panic over a deleted passage ... no problem ...
A3 using Google forms for formative assessment is invaluable
Late to - jumping in! A2: helps Ts & Ss by providing voice and authenticity to their work
A3 with gafe you can make experiences more real. Take then to the places and give them tools to create whatever they want
A2: GAFE supports 21 century skills that Ss need to have. You can enhance all of these skills using tech https://t.co/8PhfKyTDuX
A3:students and teachers can reference and revise learning and the tech doesn't limit it simple opens new possibilities
A3. It empowers our students to take charge of their learning.
A3: Not only does GaFE facilitate collaboration but does so in an accessible way. Plays big role in transition to digital learning
A3: One impact is 24/7 accessibility to course content. Puts the onus on the learner.
A3. Still depends on the instruction. Poor instruction w GAFE is still leads to low learning.
A2 collaborative planning, grade level planning, committee work are some ways our school uses
A3: One of the biggest impacts on student learning is the collaboration piece. This is real world experiences of working together
A2 So many uses and users.. Help and support are just a tweet away.
A3: GAFE resolves the differentiation dilemma. Each S has access to individualized learning.
A1 so many possibilities. Wish we could use them on
A3: One impact from Ss is pressure. Some feel the press of too connectedness & much time stamping of work.
A3 teaches students to collaborate listen to feedback revise share be open to ideas
Wish assumption and leap hadn't been made w/o surveying prior keyboard use & necessary instruction. He struggles.
A3: S's can work together w/out being together. Give's them access to info. w/out T's being the only provider,Creativity w/product.
Q3 again got https://t.co/hJBEe1gsRj
Q3 What impact does have on student learning? How does this play out in a lesson or unit of study?
A3: GAFE is a tool 2enhance blended learning.The sky is the limit. Our goal is not to just replace worksheets offer new experiences
makes collaboration between Ts seamless but is effective only if culture of collab exists among Ts
A2 Collaboration, sharing models of work during/after PL w GAFE naturally inspires reflection & confidence to take next steps
we’ve started keyboarding as early as Kindergarten because of student device usage
A3 The learning is anytime, anywhere, with anyone, and at any level. https://t.co/gCZ4w3CjR0
Q3 What impact does have on student learning? How does this play out in a lesson or unit of study?
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A2: GAFE allows educators to look beyond tech as a tool for content acquisition. Creation is king!
A3:. GAFE not only gets Ss interacting more w/Ts, gets them collaborating more w/one another. Also promotes quick feedback.
This! Great examples of in action
https://t.co/cVmfMxyK3e
A2 collaborative planning, grade level planning, committee work are some ways our school uses
Ryan, 4th grade teacher from Indiana, btw.
revision history seems to be a tool that really puts new T users at ease!
yes! My Ts and admin team collaborate in constantly! Great tool, but also great culture shift!
A3 for lesson studies teachers can leave feedback openly share as they make them let others comment and plug in ideas before meetin
A3: Positive impacts far outweigh negative. Finding balance b/w connection, work and play are important.
Planned my daughter's wedding on our personal Drives. Collaboration in the real world is the ultimate goal! https://t.co/oUtL97RiYo
A2 One of the biggest ways I grew using GAFE was making sure I used it in my personal life, too. Tried to teach friends and family
I LOVE the revision history- it's a spotlight on thinking we couldn't observe as easily before. https://t.co/J17sXKhn7u
Adults have the same reaction! Then we show them revision history ooohh aaahhh. https://t.co/ti2ExQyMAi
When students use google docs for the first time and I hear ... "we're all in the same doc together ... I see you typing! Cool!"
Truth> Worst mistake is thinking I have been doing this for 20+ years & know it all. Things change https://t.co/gtY0SEfYz6
There is no end to education. It is not that you read a , pass an examination, and finish with . ( )
Oh dear... Child drama for me on the home front. Bowing out of early, sorry. Will catch up in the morning.
Don't underestimate importance of training too. Ts may use GAFE, but not know how to change Ss experience with it
A3: I'm looking forward to seeing efficacy research on . Anyone know of recent studies, yet?
A3. It encourages all the things we want see though. Choice, voice, collaboration, inquiry, communication. Endless possibilities.
I use MacBook airs in my room but kids use PC at home and in other classes ... GAFE doesn't care what u use
A2: There isn't one correct way to use . It can help meet you and your learners' needs, goals ideas in so many ways!
We need to do more "getting into the learning" with our kids. Model, question, struggle, adjust.
A3: Ss can access free easily on their . Saving time by not having to save in a Word document.
A3: GAFE's collaboration component provides "global" interaction opportunities. Awesome for rural schools.
Q3: Prime example...Cardboard. Brings learning to life for Ss virtually. Another layer on to learning/exploring.
Rev. History -oohhs..ahhs when you show Ss who didn't realize I could see changes made to "improve" paper https://t.co/6b85ycC8mA
Adults have the same reaction! Then we show them revision history ooohh aaahhh. https://t.co/ti2ExQyMAi
When students use google docs for the first time and I hear ... "we're all in the same doc together ... I see you typing! Cool!"
A2) the increased collaboration and innovation not only can happen in the class/school/district w/ but also globally
Hey any word in when the GSites revamp will be released?
A3 GAFE for organization - Classroom assignment posts to calendar = agenda. Boom
A3: So many opportunities for Ts to give Ss feedback w/GAFE in ! A glimpse of our workflow ⬇️ https://t.co/S1GaBqGik5
A3: Key for me is seeing my kids work the way I do at Google - TOGETHER. We depend on eachother's feeback
A3 allows Ts to hear from all Ss, especially the quiet/shy ones!! Sharing responses on a different manner instead of whole group
A2: GAFE takes instant gratification trend in society 2 Ed. Shared files in meetings, while ur on ur couch. Constant contact 4 Ts.
allows students to become more engaged in the learning process and more independent learners https://t.co/etHIiaOr7Q
Q3 What impact does have on student learning? How does this play out in a lesson or unit of study?
A3 this week our pre-school Ts collaborated on a new lesson plan template in this will benefit Ss
Q3 Learning impact = differentiation and collaboration - students at all levels easily interact with any google app during a lesson
A3 The reason why Ts embrace is bc it impacts student learning! You're able to instantly leap to the best levels of Blooms
A3 Allows for choice & differentiation. Gives me flexibility to adjust as needed and keeps the curriculum fluid
how are you using Tom? so curious about this....
A3 Teachers teach students to listen and collaborate. provides platform, practice and tools.
A3: helps students to think creatively, leave their comfort zone, explore their passions & connect their w/others!
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Yes! https://t.co/OIE9WAIHCI
A3: S's can work together w/out being together. Give's them access to info. w/out T's being the only provider,Creativity w/product.
A3 Where to begin? Immediate feedback from peers & Ts. Supports collaboration & reflection & accountability in every task.
A3: more immediate feedback and focus on process
A3 3rd graders are making presentations with slides on iPad. I see creativity, organization and determination
tools can make an entire school run more efficiently! PLC's, sharing & reviewing data, less time in faculty meetings, etc.
A3: allows Ss to work on genius hour projects easily and I can monitor and advise.
I can't wait to blow their minds with cardboard! I might have them make their own viewers
I can't wait to blow their minds with cardboard! I might have them make their own viewers
A3 As an Engl T, I see the biggest takeaway for Ss is that "work" is not abt being "done"-they can see value of process; iteration
A3: GAFE allows Ss to learn more than I could ever teach them by giving them access to online info that they are interested in (1/2)
My Ss have 1:1 iPads, rarely keyboard as apps don't require it. Fine motor dev requires writing too.
A3 connecting globally...huge!!
Q3: Google Sites provides a global voice and showcase for SS
A3: Student learning isn't limited by the tool or device, is always available learning can happen anywhere, anytime, anyplace
A3) Ss no longer need isolated worksheets for practice; GAFE allows Ss to create relevant & authentic, purpose-driven products
When students are interested in researching a topic, motivation is there and then they are more eager to go deep into a topic (2:2)
Yes! When T is the only provider we are missing out on so many opportunities to learn! https://t.co/10hLrT98ob
A3: S's can work together w/out being together. Give's them access to info. w/out T's being the only provider,Creativity w/product.
:) yes! so easy to embed real-time sharing of models, curate resources, document learning journey for reflection :)
Main reason for using google apps in education, creativity in one spot and accessible anywhere https://t.co/lWcGbYMQVm
A3: teaches Ss to collaborate to learn, accidentally creating 21st century learners
Yesterday I chatted w/a veteran teacher about this who expressed he's learning as much as his students.
Yes, remember when you had to revise your draft AND rewrite it, then staple them together so T could see? https://t.co/NZBNPJWwzf
Rev. History -oohhs..ahhs when you show Ss who didn't realize I could see changes made to "improve" paper https://t.co/6b85ycC8mA
Adults have the same reaction! Then we show them revision history ooohh aaahhh. https://t.co/ti2ExQyMAi
When students use google docs for the first time and I hear ... "we're all in the same doc together ... I see you typing! Cool!"
A3: I think the impact has on student learning goes beyond what we may realize and will open so many doors for Students
Q3 The ease and privacy of creating different assignments for different kids is the joy of - no one knows the high/low kids
A3: I agree with the anecdotes, I know them first-hand. I wonder if any studies been done?
Cardboard is cool, but be sure you are using it for a pedagogical reason, not just to wow the kiddos.
A3: is a feedback gamechanger. Get it from Ts, other Ss, people across the world instantly! Feedback=reflection=learning
I have really enjoyed using Google Classroom with my students.Their products are stored in one place.Makes leaving comments easier.
A3 real world opportunities and that is what we want in our classrooms!!
A3 GAFE taps into what Ss like. Technology, Collaboration, and Accessibility.
A3. My experience is that Ss pay more attention to process & are more likely to keep & refer back to work as part of a portfolio.
A3 gives everyone a voice and an avenue to share. Did this activity in a faculty meeting to show power. Also showed revision hist
Coming in late. I love . Rachel, instructional coach, WI
I can't imagine real-life authors working that way! https://t.co/2PjZEQaewq
Yes, remember when you had to revise your draft AND rewrite it, then staple them together so T could see? https://t.co/NZBNPJWwzf
Rev. History -oohhs..ahhs when you show Ss who didn't realize I could see changes made to "improve" paper https://t.co/6b85ycC8mA
Adults have the same reaction! Then we show them revision history ooohh aaahhh. https://t.co/ti2ExQyMAi
When students use google docs for the first time and I hear ... "we're all in the same doc together ... I see you typing! Cool!"
A3: Classroom walls are broken down for students using , expanding their learning opportunities
A3: working beyond croom. Learning is deeper. After submitted still tweaking. https://t.co/c5pa2tw4TM
Q3 What impact does have on student learning? How does this play out in a lesson or unit of study?
A3: revision tool lets you talk to students about the journey of learning and not just the finish line.
This is the one I haven't played with yet.I"m a weebly girl and I found it somewhat confusing.Has the format changed yet?
A3 love rev/hist I use Draftback add-on to see development of writing in real time or quick time you choose
Q3 Giving choice assignments with is awesome - students have the workforce ready choice of presentation tools for assignments
A3 encourages Independence, exploration, & problem solving, as well as digital and f2f collaboration and sharing.
So many uses for it. Students will be using it in their personal lives in 20 years. Part of the goal.
plus it engages them. They are willing to do more work to find their conclusion.
A3: Passion developed. Working w others even wout being in same space. https://t.co/c5pa2tw4TM
Q3 What impact does have on student learning? How does this play out in a lesson or unit of study?
A3 cont my one Ts deleted the whole agenda and golden line activity. It worked perfect to show them the revision history part
A3: Ts can utilize GForms for Ss to check-in when they have ? about task in Ss centered classroom. T can facilitate where needed
Likely, or some prior exposure the year before. Not sure discussion occurred between grades as to scaffolding.
A3: GAFE also promotes Ts sharing ideas...great ideas and new thinking can only help Ss learn.
You should check out the draft back extension.
Another aspect of GAFE is you get the full version not some scaled back version that lacks the power features
GAFE makes collaboration so easy! No excuses now for not having kids/teachers collaborating and learning together
A1: It simplifies the teaching process, simplifies the PLC process, and it streamlines communication between everyone.
A3 has made explore-collaborative-share-publish workflow commonplace in our school!
A4: can help Ts go from good to great by increasing transparency and collaboration.
Hi ! Tammy tweeting from Bali, but teach in Singapore.
THIS! Boardroom practice in the classroom with https://t.co/tuehrfC6Rg
A3 real world opportunities and that is what we want in our classrooms!!
A3 All studies bring mixed results...it can clarify what works with and what is just fun. https://t.co/CtT57dhm5I
A3: I'm looking forward to seeing efficacy research on . Anyone know of recent studies, yet?
A3: Students learn in ways that are true to real life and have assignments that are relevant to the world around them
That is awesome! Target also sells a very cheap viewer (abt $15). Easy to wipe down and clean, longer "shelf life".
encourage your Ts to experiment, make it low stakes, and create opp to have Ts share out what they know
A3: offers endless ways to support literacy. 5 Google Resources to Support Student Writing | https://t.co/xEX8bEFBx4
A3 Google apps work so easily that they can enable anyone to be a creator of information,it empowers learning&sharing
Love that - focus on process not product!
. Sad that many of even "the best schools" still ignore this and force paper writing - even HBS!
A3: makes it easy to connect and share beyond the classroom! Drive and Sites especially!
Yes, I learned a lot in prepping for the Level 1 Certification. Highly recommend it!
just sent email to entire district about how she learned so much from her Ss about tech https://t.co/zDnsF0uGUI
Yesterday I chatted w/a veteran teacher about this who expressed he's learning as much as his students.
A3: has given us a whole new instructional design. But the shift in pedagogy is what's impacting learning. Collab, create.
A3. Google Apps promotes collaboration and feedback amongst peers.
And not limited by the teacher and her/his knowledge and understanding! 😊😊😊
Revision history creates a visible learning history for students-tangible evidence of growth/thinking! https://t.co/Us5ZW1Eopj
Rev. History -oohhs..ahhs when you show Ss who didn't realize I could see changes made to "improve" paper https://t.co/6b85ycC8mA
Adults have the same reaction! Then we show them revision history ooohh aaahhh. https://t.co/ti2ExQyMAi
When students use google docs for the first time and I hear ... "we're all in the same doc together ... I see you typing! Cool!"
Yes! I've been trying to teach colleagues more as well. Get the whole school on board.
I'm looking to have Ts use cardboard for students to explore different countries as part of Soc Studies units.
A3: If Ts are using GAFE to recreate the same worksheets of the past, we have missed the point. We must make learning authentic
A3: keeps Ss & Ts organized. No need for folders for all classes, HW folder, etc
A3: Good pedagogy eats tech for lunch. Tech can enhance ability for Ss and Ts to collab., create, & reflect, but instruction is key
A3:Individualized learning! Digital interactive notebooks! Choice in how ss show proficiency! https://t.co/sseU5gSCXj
and I wrote the entire book in Google Docs. https://t.co/IbvaSLVDr0
I can't imagine real-life authors working that way! https://t.co/2PjZEQaewq
Yes, remember when you had to revise your draft AND rewrite it, then staple them together so T could see? https://t.co/NZBNPJWwzf
Rev. History -oohhs..ahhs when you show Ss who didn't realize I could see changes made to "improve" paper https://t.co/6b85ycC8mA
Adults have the same reaction! Then we show them revision history ooohh aaahhh. https://t.co/ti2ExQyMAi
When students use google docs for the first time and I hear ... "we're all in the same doc together ... I see you typing! Cool!"
Very true, because if we don't, Ss dont see the benefit of that as part of learning.
I have about 250 kids, about 30 a class- plus I always love encouraging the kids to build/create their own
A3. allows collaboration, investigation, struggle, knowledge building, fact finding, and ability to come to own conclusion
Yes! & GAFE facilitate the shift so well as all can join in & learn without needing prior training-learn
A2: GAFE is great for Ts just starting with edtech and for experienced Ts. For me, I want to teach Ss more advanced skills.
A4: Getting and giving feedback is always helpful when developing lessons. I know the training will make me a better teacher.
Opened doors- that's a fun thought to think about and where it can lead kids in the future
A4: Teaching becomes more collaborative between T's & S's. Feedback is quick, lessons more engaging & differentiated.
John 4:34 (NLT) Then Jesus explained: My nourishment comes from doing the will of God, who sent me, and from finishing his work.
A3: Google Apps fit naturally in lessons for students to show learning via doc/slides/audio. Also learning real-life skills
you are welcome. So powerful in my classroom. Love to share!
As T, I love for professional/collaborative use... but there are many other skills KNG Ss need immersion in before using it.
I think about this a lot since "proven" methods didn't work for me as a Ss. I offer latitude--& guidance
What used to be considered cheating becomes modeling & collab w/ peers if activity asks Ss to create unique artifacts of learning
A3: allows Ss 2 C that learning isn't finite, not an event that stops. Just like our work. Feedback, tweaking--never ending.
we use Keyboarding w/out Tears to develop fine motor skills, & foundational keyboarding skills.
Ohhh what's that?? Something new to me, maybe?? https://t.co/Ye9NxErmVo
You should check out the draft back extension.
KC from PA sorry I'm late. Good morning everyone
A4 all morning announcements, presentations put on this I share out on all social media tools via a link
Looking to get donated used phones & put on wifi to use in viewers in the class. Want to create a cluster of 25.
A3 can take real life and bring to the classroom I Google Earth Google googles make learning more relevant https://t.co/jajrNbPdWz
Q3 What impact does have on student learning? How does this play out in a lesson or unit of study?
if you keep it open for Ts, there will be more growth and more learning, also mimics how we want Ss to learn
A3:All of this takes Ts being willing 2take risks,get outside of their comfort zone 2do what is best for Ss https://t.co/bMnGzgBZg1
A3: It has increased the amount of collaboration in my room and self directed learning. Ss are doing things more themselves.
Great teachers build relationships
Great teachers never stop learning
Unlimited opportunities w GAFE
https://t.co/ESSHhhLXbZ
"The first 8 seconds of what you produce is the most important." (especially when reaching Generation Z)
A4: I have 50 Things book. Her inscription "Tech allows us to do things differently." That says it all.
A3: All the same benefits has for Ss exist for Ts too =>sharing ideas, collaboration, differentiation, access...benefits all
Yes - loving Gforms for quizzes, status of the class and BATHROOM PASSES! Makes my productivity higher! https://t.co/YF6S5oVDvk
A3: Ts can utilize GForms for Ss to check-in when they have ? about task in Ss centered classroom. T can facilitate where needed
Ss have opportunities to collaborate through but Ts do as well. My team is always sharing. We learn to be better WITH others
Following my teachers' lead, I've experienced this sentiment. I was the facilitator & my teachers were the "class".
A4: provides space for easier differentiation, student voice/choice, collaboration, global learning.
A4: continues to change, Ts and Ss are showing how to learn together! Sharing learning experiences makes it good to great!
I never thought to do that but its a good idea, only did that to my gmail before now
You can, however, I'd first start dabbling w/whats out there to get the hang of it, work to create at same time.
causes Ts to think outside the box and model that type of thinking for students
Can I make what you have shared relevant and appropriate for grade 1 students? I'm interested.
haha I do the same thing. I hate when I add a new folder and it messes up the color scheme.
A4: Ts spending less time talking "at" Ss. Fully learning "with" them. More engagement for both Ts and Ss
agreed! It makes Ss part of a team and they want to do more and know more as a result
A4: More time invested in Ss collaborating with & learning from each other. Less time spent in teacher talking.
Anyone have ideas how to use Slides instead of SMART Notebook for interactive lessons? Chromebooks don't support & need to help T's
correct. Explore, explore, explore! Get out of old habits!
This is a great metaphor, Gregg. THAT is the essence of a growth mindset. https://t.co/twhAK8SWQV
A3: revision tool lets you talk to students about the journey of learning and not just the finish line.
Yes! I also leave comments for students to respond to https://t.co/Fp6q9pQ818
A3. Google Apps promotes collaboration and feedback amongst peers.
Awesome way to enrich teaching and learning. So interactive...Awesome Brian!
A4. We're better together. Google allows us to share best practices and ideas.
A4 Remember: GAFE is just the tool. What moves teaching from good to great are the teacher leaders who value the tool's potential
Once Ts/Ss are proficient in the basics of tools THEN curiculum needs to change to support 4C's
Amen. So many times people rely on the materials to make something great. Passionate humans = learning
love it ... any sites you'd rec. ?
Same with google feedback feature on Gslides
A4: r just tools - Teachers move learning to next level - but the tools support better methods (feedback, collab, ...)
Yes, I buy into the concept of "teachers who tech" rather than any other option.
A4: is an entry point to ed tech for some educators. Entering opens learning to resources that can lead to great learning
A4: Getting information to Ss is quick, easy, and flexible. gets out of the Ts way and allows Ts to focus on lesson
good point. can help to build that culture of collaboration too.
small steps are very important! Every T will have their own entry point and that's OK
A3-GAFE improves feedback and collaboration, which is where lessons turn into learning.
offers a great balance of organization and creativity. It's applicable to all contents
A4 Google apps is just the tool, teaching moves from good to great by meaningful development and integration of that tool
That's why I'm excited that new Google Trainer cert focuses more on HOW to implement, less on nitty gritty
A4Can be layered over any lesson-giving access to all levels of SAMR. Always an answer to the ? "How can gafe improve this lesson?"
A4: GAFE helps to place the focus squarely on the student, as opposed to teacher being 'sage on stage'...student-driven learning.
I love this - re using Google learning app resources https://t.co/0iGmQalMAV
What used to be considered cheating becomes modeling & collab w/ peers if activity asks Ss to create unique artifacts of learning
A4: Ts really start to use technology as a tool to teach 21st century skills
A3- makes me wonder "what can I ask my students to do/learn that they couldn't do before?"
So true! We are constantly learning together! Allows for modeling of a growth mindset! https://t.co/wkOQbKQu3P
A4: continues to change, Ts and Ss are showing how to learn together! Sharing learning experiences makes it good to great!
Yes, Optimize based on feedback-my new word for SS is Reiterate! https://t.co/HjUxL8dtPv
A3: allows Ss 2 C that learning isn't finite, not an event that stops. Just like our work. Feedback, tweaking--never ending.
A4. Typically our students "power down" when they enter the school building. We can use Apps to move from Good to Great.
A4: GAFE allows for collaboration in the most basic sense but then kicks it up a notch with the tools that can be add-ons.
My favorite tool! https://t.co/egEsWJc5LK
A3: revision tool lets you talk to students about the journey of learning and not just the finish line.
A4: It enhances teaching, doesn’t necessarily make better. No “bad”teacher will become great from using GAFE.
this is an important consideration when moving to a 1:1 setting.
This is great. Tech literacy should be part of ed from the very start. We are working towards this.
A4: = FEEDBACK & ENGAGEMENT ...no bigger game changers in the classroom than that
A4 Good is when T see an impact in learning. G8 is S Trying things out,and found another way, "can I teach the class?" That's G8
This is so true! That is why I created a free community for Ts this year at https://t.co/NVNW05DUNv to help empower!
Wow, I can't keep up with this Looking forward to scrolling back through today-so many resources/ideas for today!
Thx everyone. I have to bail - awesome chat
We've not done much as of yet, but I'd always start with Google. Plus do a search for Virtual Reality/cardboard.
A4: T learn to get out of the driver's seat and move toward student-centered approaches w/ the power of
I think in some places we are just scratching the surface. It's time to take it to the next level
This is so true. Simple and easy place to start in https://t.co/JfQiulC3q2
A4: is an entry point to ed tech for some educators. Entering opens learning to resources that can lead to great learning
We use for everything from collaboration to professional learning-changed our culture for the better
+ student standards=a whole new learning experience for students K-12.
what is the best way to grab sorts highlight clips on an iphone 6?
A3: through feedback (peer or teacher) students can reflect on their work to continue growing and improving.
educating on Google apps today at https://t.co/KgKOH0QT4B
A3: Google Apps fit naturally in lessons for students to show learning via doc/slides/audio. Also learning real-life skills
A4: Do you all have examples of HOW Ts are differentiating with ?
TY for sharing! This is so helpful!
always look to create a solution to problems, I want my kids looking to find their own path
helps students to build teams, networks, and connections
Really?? Is that an app you can add to a chromebook?
Hey is using GAFE considered risky @ ur school? What reasons r given 4 papered teaching only? Does such a class exist @ ur school?
Its easier to adjust students keyboarding habits, if they aren’t as firmly developed.
That's the heart of learning! https://t.co/lF5rIPjKcL
A3: through feedback (peer or teacher) students can reflect on their work to continue growing and improving.
A4 Allows for Ts to step out of comfort zones, try something new, learn with Ss. Not doing the same old thing!!!
I find even for myself, I link my Google resources in my lesson plan Google Doc so I can easily get the item - no more searching!
You might want to talk to who started and uses tech effectively with K's
A4) GAFE helps more Ss show what they know and support their learning in a developmentally appropriate way.
When you say donated phones do you mean new phones?
certainly makes it easy to move there. https://t.co/K6zJm810Rh
I think in some places we are just scratching the surface. It's time to take it to the next level
of course. More scaffolding but intentional inquiry can work at any age. what do you think?
yes! inspiring Ts by sharing their ideas helps change the culture of learning, not just the tool
A4: GAFE enhances already great teaching. I used a for the 1st time and Ss loved it for the interactive part.
Such a great point! We must use in ways that were not possible in the past, not just as a sub for old methods
A4: Thanks to GAFE: nobody waits on me to start, learning can happen regardless of bell schedule or my 4 walls, . ❤️
A4: anytime we collaborate we get better. increases efficiency & engagement. Intrs real world skills. All helps good move to great.
Making tech the tool instead of the destination. https://t.co/qe3YqkUWKD
A3: Good pedagogy eats tech for lunch. Tech can enhance ability for Ss and Ts to collab., create, & reflect, but instruction is key
Ts that don't want Ss on devices for taking notes, allow a few who show they can do it
I seriously think some don't know how. We must be explicit in our professional learning
A5: treat community like Ss. Engage them with forms, , and presentations, then get/give feedback. Keep them hooked in
Not considered risky, but dist has some privacy settings in place that require creative workarounds at times.
I did start watching an video on that. Could you use drawings in a slide presentation?
Q5 How can classrooms, schools, and districts utilize to engage stakeholders?
Looking forward to harnessing the power of so my Ss can control what is on the projector and can lead lessons
A4: I feel like it creates a "no excuse" zone for timely feedback. So many ways to support learning.
Yes It is definitely a continuum of learning. Learning takes time.
Exactly! I think there is a lot of subbing happening v creating new https://t.co/i0vJTPHsdB
Such a great point! We must use in ways that were not possible in the past, not just as a sub for old methods
its also great to model and explain why this skill is so important students watch me type blindfolded
That's our focus right now. Create more engaging lessons & classrooms. Direct Instruct has its place - but not 24/7
A4: The potential for feedback is enormous w T2S S2S S2T. Differentiation is so much richer 2. Engagement benefits as well.
So much easier when you have support/contacts at school willing try learn and try new things!
A4 Depends on the GAFE tools you are using ... tools in the tool box ... some are just screwdrivers others adjustable wrences
checkout Kidrex goGooglians or use GoogleDraw to launch.
absolutely and we can't expect it to happen over night ...and we must model how it looks
A4 Also - we love the Feedback tools like that takes to a whole new level
A4: I think a good lesson can also be made great though more interactivity, sharing, exploring. GAFE supports all of those.
A5 and 6- Classroom makes it seamless
I agree. A5: Add them to the collaboration community. https://t.co/8fSqyXIkrR
A5: treat community like Ss. Engage them with forms, , and presentations, then get/give feedback. Keep them hooked in
A5b Google forms for surveys. Google presentations to inform. Google hangouts to listen. https://t.co/nVFu86qnKY
Q5 How can classrooms, schools, and districts utilize to engage stakeholders?
I've got a tab open to check it out. I"ll reach out if I can't figure it out. Thanks!
Instead of a standard graded system I ask, then build on that/tweak. Unconventional/effective
Trends in United States... #1!
That's awesome.
Thanks PLN.
A4: GAFE changes the world to a virtual "trapper keeper" for Ss (showing my age) no more lost work.
Veteran teachers often don't want to "reinvent the wheel." Sometimes the younger ones need to sell them on the benefits of tech.
We have Ts who don’t know. Someone last week uploaded a worksheet. I said Ss might as well use paper.
A4 what do we want 2 see kids doing more of & less of in class & out of school? How do Google apps support changes to "the more?"
So, so true!! This is something new! Breaking down class walls, connecting outside the classroom not a times sheet
A5: Lots of research touting S engagement benefits of ed tech but can also engage thru better & more frequent communication
A4 allows Ss to showcase learning in creative & relevant ways which makes teaching/learning more meaningful to Ss
No, ask parents and community members to donate gently used phones in good working condition.
A5: Show Ts how can support their work in ways that connect learners to resources and save time or energy.
exactly. So many examples out there! Thanks Jonathan.
A5. Used a Google Slideshow that automatically plays on the TV at the entrance of the school and on the website.
A4 Two collab docs to share w/ ur PLN: 1. "What works for me" 2. "My fails". Great learning will occur
(1/2) I agree. I'm a huge proponent of edtech, but it has to come from somewhere deeper...
A4: yes! this is true for all , have to change the learning otherwise we're using expensive pencils https://t.co/pYBVlgKI9p
A4 Google apps is just the tool, teaching moves from good to great by meaningful development and integration of that tool
When admin helps w/ subs, you have coaches to co-teach, or at least give feedback, that's a huge win
A5: celebrate Ss by sharing projects! Connect to businesses/Ps and bring them into classrooms through ! Instant connections!
we were able to work in the doc from across the country unreal time. Sometimes on FaceTime while we did it
A4 GAFE can take current teaching practices & make them more efficient, turning good into great. Feedback collaboration comm praise
A4: when I co-teach & conference with Ss, T & I share the same doc & get immediate feedback on Ss.
The key is to engage and inspire our students to become Intrinsically Motivated learners and is a big step to that reality
I've started crowdsourcing notes. Team NBs for those interested. Each can comment, contrib.
Exactly! They're missing the point! That is an entry point for some Ts but we can't stay there https://t.co/2eiwATVkZO
We have Ts who don’t know. Someone last week uploaded a worksheet. I said Ss might as well use paper.
A5 I use forms for parents to fill out student info for me before they walk in. Likes dislikes how they learn best their goals
Great reminder, Michelle. The Tchr is the most important factor-her decisions, responses, choices of tools. https://t.co/76ESWa2cB6
A4 Remember: GAFE is just the tool. What moves teaching from good to great are the teacher leaders who value the tool's potential
A5: Use tools to connect classrooms with community just as Ts connect with Ss! Share share share
yesterday we held a science resource sharing day in person but all documentation of work in Google. Now we all have access 4ever
does your dist hear u when u ask for changes to GAFE ie access to apps and add ons?
A5) So easy to "share" work w/stakeholders to view/edit, get input. No longer at copy machine, mailboxes. Streamlined & coordinated
same thing here. Change can be tougher for some
A4 Ts can turn good lesson to great w/ which allows T to go from teacher to facilitator From front of class to by Ss side
For Ts who are new to digital PLNs & intimidated by Twitter, a Google Community for Ts just in your dept/school/dist is great start
to Engage Stakeholders:
Forms for survery & feedback
Docs to collaborate
Slides to disseminate info
Sheets to parse data
A5: Stakeholders are effectively and efficiently brought into the mix with collaborative tools such as forms
My 7th grade typing teacher, Mrs. Barron, would roll over in grave if she saw Ss keyboarding today. :)
(2/2) 3 Qs are key: 1. What do I want (tech)? 2. What do I want to do? 3. What do I want Ss to be able to do?
are there still advocates for 100% papered classes? How archaic? choice for kids is important ...
Love this idea. Gets away from mentality of 'sharing is cheating'
A5Similar to a sci fair had students showcase all variations of their learning that was enhanced w tech to parents,the board,supers.
A5 kids can create and provide services for using google apps for the community, I have a few projects I hope to start this year
Q5 Offer parent wkshps in how can improve their efforts at the same time teach them how Ss are using in their learning
That's cool. It really is the [only] way to do it efficiently
GAFE supports creativity and it motivates Ts and Ss to take risks and not fear mistakes...part of deeper learning!
Gotta get them there though! are "R" in SAMR. May need to progress through A,M first. But set the bar high!
A5: We now use for our Board agendas and minutes. Shared file off our website for the community.
A4 more collab together & instant feedback via online commenting, more production w/ easy recall revision history, better curation
A5, The same way we are trying to engage our Ss?
For me it is simple about . Is it more important to memorize and follow a process or explore and learn why it works?
thumbs & pointer fingers?! I can understand why she would be rolling ;-)
A5: encourage Students to share their work online! Give them a publishing platform to share with Parents regularly!
A5:
1. Forms for feedback on school culture
2. Hangouts for virtual parent Roundtable
3. Slides to share program information
And I am still learning how to use many of those tools. https://t.co/EMM0S3tpuj
A4 Depends on the GAFE tools you are using ... tools in the tool box ... some are just screwdrivers others adjustable wrences
A5: I love using QR codes to link to Forms for feedback or for viewing examples of S's work in their Drive.
A4. Begin to engage parents by using GAFE with them. Google slides, GHOs...
This is a great idea! We have collaborate lesson plans and this would make it easier.
A5: Collaborative Docs, forms, communication, collaboration...so many ways to engage stakeholders with
A5: Easy collaboration tool for meeting virtually or sharing & keeping documentation
A4: Simple things like have a remote writing conference w/ a S via Google doc comments = powerful. Writers can look back & reflect.
1/Absolutely. This way personalizes & uses their gifts.No more "That's THE kid" accomodations
A5: We use Forms to survey community about items on a referendum. Used data to determine community's support & concerns.
Not only choice, but what are we preparing them for? That's not their future world.
A5: I create a Classroom for the entire district Admin Team to share good ideas and model for school leaders
A5: use for feedback surveys and leverage it to collab with stakeholders on planning school events
A5 Love the flexibility of forms for getting to know learners & anecdotal record keeping.
A5-On superindentant's day teachers hosted best practices workshops for other teachers.
A5 Google communities, blogs & Sites for ePortfolios gives parents a window into learning-a way to engage https://t.co/aQNLXKsRWI
Q5 How can classrooms, schools, and districts utilize to engage stakeholders?
What does the virtual parent roundtable look like? https://t.co/XgGOuNnpAP
A5:
1. Forms for feedback on school culture
2. Hangouts for virtual parent Roundtable
3. Slides to share program information
Yes, and I'd add that leadership has to own a role in empowering Ts to be innovative and learn new strategies/tools
A5: YES! and we stepped it up a notch thanks to our Supt - using to share and organize! https://t.co/fcPrKc5n0b
A5: We now use for our Board agendas and minutes. Shared file off our website for the community.
No more "oops I forgot to make those copies." https://t.co/Q3plyFIvBu
A4: Thanks to GAFE: nobody waits on me to start, learning can happen regardless of bell schedule or my 4 walls, . ❤️
Great visual!! Who can't relate with that!! allows for 100% from all members!
A5:In the right setting/environment, GAFE promotes parent participation & to an extent collaboration.It's an easy platform for Ps.
Agreed! I just need a bit of resource support that is developmentally appropriate.
Yes Travis! Forms are a great way to engage Ps and the school community. Simple and very functional! https://t.co/LRNSwhnxyo
A5 I use forms for parents to fill out student info for me before they walk in. Likes dislikes how they learn best their goals
2/This makes special needs less public. Shows kids we all learn differently.
I used google forms attached to QR for easy access to parent info, books lists, etc.
so true!!! thanks 2 I've started using , they are working out well for Ss https://t.co/yKBHFyDnTL
A4 Ts can turn good lesson to great w/ which allows T to go from teacher to facilitator From front of class to by Ss side
Hunt and peck, the BANE of her existence. I can STILL hear her voice, "A,S,D,F J,K,L,;" over & over!
A5. Begin to us Apps with adult stakeholders. Google slides, GHOs, ...
A5) GAFE allows collaboration and sharing of information to be available to specific community stakeholders to share their story.
A5: Using Keep for meeting agendas. Download to Docs and we take meeting notes with it. Easy & accessible to whole team.
A5: So much potential with & Ss & Ts. Ps R the untapped stakeholder w/ us. Any ideas on home/school communication benefits??/
Agree!! Don't have to wonder how you will use it, just a natural fit! I like that!
You get the kid who's controlling and the kid who could do more,but that's a lesson in collab
or waiting for 10 people at the machine, or carrying home a mail sack full of papers to read https://t.co/cbp20YfQmf
A5-Use Hangouts for leaders (coaches, lead teachers) to collaborate and share best practices during planning times across district.
A5: So many tools that serve so many things...you can find almost any tool to engage the school community.
When will college admissions officers learn to look at SitesPortfolios,etc.? Until they do, tests will rule.
A5: I think if we educate the parents on the benefits of they will jump on board
Great idea! https://t.co/8jySknsq7o
Q5 Offer parent wkshps in how can improve their efforts at the same time teach them how Ss are using in their learning
. Outstanding choice of the underused verb PARSE 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Yes! No more "oh no the copier is jammed/has long line" or "oops I forgot to made those copies." https://t.co/Q3plyFIvBu
A4: Thanks to GAFE: nobody waits on me to start, learning can happen regardless of bell schedule or my 4 walls, . ❤️
doesnt happen in cemetary row seating. Get your kids talking & confortable so they take risks! https://t.co/2EbpGQMM46
Working on it. New bond approved last yr will = more Ts using tech. Hoping that extra voices will inspire change.
A5, I like publishing slideshows I show at assemblies to our website for parents to see to continue the convo at home.
A5: Ss make their work accessible to an audience w/ gafe -engages not only Ss but the community too-transparency in the classroom
And the opportunity to provide feedback while Ss are learning!
A5: All meeting agendas and resources go through
We don't have to PRINT info.
A5. Our district uses forms for surveys and to field questions for board meetings.
A5. Electronically completed surveys during conferences, which all
Google apps 4 our admin meetings- curate resources, get feedback, agenda building models what can occur for faculty work & kid work
Use Google Forms Quiz for quick Formative Assessment: New Google Forms Quiz Feature vs Flubaroo: https://t.co/IFIlZWdcaX
This.... https://t.co/gKsw7D2CKl
A5: I create a Classroom for the entire district Admin Team to share good ideas and model for school leaders
I've done sessions like this w/ Parents, PTO, others in our district - feel like it should be every week https://t.co/8Z8YChmnAy
Q5 Offer parent wkshps in how can improve their efforts at the same time teach them how Ss are using in their learning
Do you have an example? so they can request feedback or to view yours?
We're using to organize our student techspert team. sharing docs, pic, videos, schedules, ideas, everything!
A5-The leader needs to jump in-show Ts its power at fac meetings, planning times, instructional meetings. Create a culture.
A5: GAFE tools are great to solicit input, feedback, get volunteers, enlist help. Again possibilities are endless.
A5: At county level Superintendents share Drive file with info on meetings & materials to support each other.
Just an idea. I think Dr. V tried it once last year
Yes!! T can step back and allow the focus on Ss and guide them, be a resource!!
So, I just want to say: This is every team project in LIFE, hahaha (sad)
Ha what's more archaic are the cyber Ts I know still using paper. https://t.co/mkbMrATmnq
are there still advocates for 100% papered classes? How archaic? choice for kids is important ...
.RT : We don't need more hours in school, we need 2 do school differently within those hours. https://t.…
I just did the same for our SpEd dept. We are all silos without it since there are only a few in each school.
Joining late Terri Cullen Assoc Professor I teach tech int to future and current teachers
Held parent PD past couple of years to create even playing field. Looking for more asynchronous venues. https://t.co/uOfSfOW5Nh
Q5 Offer parent wkshps in how can improve their efforts at the same time teach them how Ss are using in their learning
Any parent will be thrilled to know that lost or full flashdrives are no longer a concern. https://t.co/ar7pngNqde
A5: I think if we educate the parents on the benefits of they will jump on board
This is so true! I find that using this type of environment allows for Sts to think outside the box openly
So tell me, why do 3 hour meetings still exist then? lol.
Trevor Wenger 8th grade Math teacher and Math Department Head/Instructional Leader-Russell Middle School. Joining late.
Student-led conferences - kids teach their parents if they haven't done so beforehand https://t.co/JVs5U51Qz5
Q5 Offer parent wkshps in how can improve their efforts at the same time teach them how Ss are using in their learning
A5-Invite school board to watch innovative lessons/learning. Go on a 4C's tour of the district/building.
By the end of this year I am hoping to have middle schoolers who can lead these types of sessions https://t.co/q9BoI7m40L
I've done sessions like this w/ Parents, PTO, others in our district - feel like it should be every week https://t.co/8Z8YChmnAy
Q5 Offer parent wkshps in how can improve their efforts at the same time teach them how Ss are using in their learning
A5 tools can help create a 2 way street for schools & community/family. Information goes both ways!
as tools will promote HQ pedagogy & provide for unprecedented creativity in the teaching profession. https://t.co/TrHcKICekQ
Have to be specific in what can be donated or you'll have a box of old junky phones. :-)
my third graders blog and LOVE it!
.RT Yes!! T can step back and allow the focus on Ss and guide them, be a resource!!
So true! I hated typing in middle school - but I learned to see how important it was in college
A5: We are doing a much better job this year of posting school wide docs on Drive instead of sending them through email.
A5: GAFE everything, it's how we communicate: our webpages are Sites, lesson plans/other events on Calendar, feedback fm Forms....
When you miss because you're driving to work 😭😭😭
A5: I've had great success with Hangouts over the past few year in meeting with and learning with colleagues across the province.
We are now capable of creating so many connections which allow us to prepare Ss for the global economy. https://t.co/u9RmwX0HFS
yes - makes sense - also ask for the chargers too
A5: Love ! Virtual guest speakers & real world professionals enhance learning & engagement. https://t.co/JaWROVRhTd
A5:
1. Forms for feedback on school culture
2. Hangouts for virtual parent Roundtable
3. Slides to share program information
Enjoying reading the tweets from tonight from Aus
A5-Tr study groups before or after school to explore and try different tools. Then discuss where they could enhance instruction.
A5: School and district YouTube channels, websites for special events, hosting and sharing resources
Tbh most of the guys value intelligence over beauty and only few guys like hot girls.I mean,with another guy
A5: Google sites, for example...great way for students to share work with parents and community.
Awesome. Do you see a disconnect between your lessons & what they can do in the field?
A5 Sharing, gauging and collaborating become so much easier with GAFE. So many possibilities.
A4 Model what calculated risk-taking looks like. Provide a safe environment celebrate and embrace true learning from failures.
Yes!! So important! I use my specials time to see what others are doing! I'm weird like that!!
Perfect for connecting special area teachers to the core classes so they can support student learning https://t.co/lR6MaNnFKh
I just did the same for our SpEd dept. We are all silos without it since there are only a few in each school.
Yes - use GOA's (now YouTube Live) to broadcast school events https://t.co/voYMy33zQh
A5: Love ! Virtual guest speakers & real world professionals enhance learning & engagement. https://t.co/JaWROVRhTd
A5:
1. Forms for feedback on school culture
2. Hangouts for virtual parent Roundtable
3. Slides to share program information
A5. Parent PD has helped our parents.
A5: Parents appreciate being connected with what's happening in the classroom..real time...GAFE can support this.
Glad to have you in the conversation
I still print out readings some times for them. I still think we close read better using paper instead of a screen.
A4 GAFE tools push our thinking so schools aren't teaching like it's 1985.
Yes! .MT : doesn't happen in cemetery row seating. Get Ss talking & taking risks!
Me to 3 year old: hey, what 'cha doing? 3yo: helping daddy. Now go make us some food
A5: Our schools and district utilizes Google Sites as our web presence. We use all GAFE as a means to communicate w/ stakeholders.
Love this stuff! Beyond signing up for things, using w/ community in other ways????
YESSS! Can not forget chargers. No chargers =No exploration!
Ha ha! Because we like to talk!!!!
:)
https://t.co/LADBPs3PTH
So tell me, why do 3 hour meetings still exist then? lol.
glad to see my colleague actively participating in . She rocks!
Also a number of our faculty have taken the next step to certification at levels 1 & 2
Favorite use of has been GForm & ChoiceEliminator to create small sessions for modified EdCamp https://t.co/wdQGfjoVyB
Google tone is a favorite of mine
sure, working on setting up a Gafe Tech Team made up of kids, thinking of connecting them with other similar teams
What platform do you use for their blogging?
A5: Google Keep is great for me. Love the checklists, save to docs, and location based reminders! https://t.co/s2ypDKvwIZ
They are discontinuing Google Hangouts ON Air.. so far YouTube Live is working OK I alway archive guest speakers.
school is using google doc instead of using paper
A5 agendas and lesson plans in one place, no excuses as to not reading ahead of time!
A4: through Google forms we can quickly receive data for formative assessment and also learn student opinions
A5 goal is 2 use internal website for principal resources, forms 4 feedback, completely go paperless, hang out 4 meetings etc
A6: Use the preview view in Google Drive to quickly scan student work in order to plan next-day instruction.
A6: I am new to , so I really only use the basics. I really enjoy Google Classroom though.
Great point, Ted! PD is especially helpful to parents, both in how to use and how Ss are using GAFE. https://t.co/QPnavqHakr
A5. Parent PD has helped our parents.
This helps to make every meeting a learning experience which should also be happening https://t.co/MEIKCBuVgP
A5-The leader needs to jump in-show Ts its power at fac meetings, planning times, instructional meetings. Create a culture.
and by weird, you mean awesome. Love your growth mindset.
A6 Movenote- voice over presentations. Some of our teachers use it when they have guest teachers. https://t.co/g1SNesszE5
A6 gForms - love autocrat, go to based based on, data validation, and doc appender. Love importrange on Sheets.
A5 easier way for surveys to be completed! Ss can share work and they know where it is!! No more my dog ate it😊
I don't since I switched districts.Use goo.gl url shortener to create QRcode,copied to Drawing w/S's name, print &post.
A6: 1 of my fav & most used is Google Sheets. All educators should know how to harness data w spreadsheets
A6 Mike here from Tampa. I've been loving Adobe Spark for projects. Easy and professional
A6 Grammarly! Great web based spelling AND grammar check. It even proofreads tweets!
A6 I'm a huge fan of for improving T feedback on S writing. Voice notes, lesson links, and targeted rubrics all built in
A5: all of my kids graduated with a digital portfolio combining Google Sites and YouTube channel. Powerful.
I'm about to sit thru a 5 hour defensive driving class on a saturday morning so don't be jealous
sure! DM me and we can chat 😊
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Unless there's a coffee or a beer, meetings should be 30 min. AFTERPARTY: unlimited.
A6: ChromeVox Screencastify
Good to know! Thanks for sharing.
A4Ts must ask "does tech make learning more efficient?" OR "does this tech outcome support end assessment?"Then tech is a good fit.
That is such a great idea - I love seeing kids LEAD learning!
A6: LOL...seriously ...I'd need a million Twitter characters! :-)
any junky phones are great for in the hands on comp sci
A6: I polled 100's of Ss on what their FAV ext. were and got some great ones from their perspective and got some great ones
Seems like an unfair critique of school & google docs. It really depends how teachers use them.
Yes!! I want to use more in my classroom now!
A6. Screencastify so I can take videos of my desktop and share with Ps, Ss, and colleagues!
To change culture, I have started to do all grant writing via Docs. So easy when people travel and faculty are invested to learn.
Agree. In school and work I seem to have a sheet for everything. Even when using for org not data, still golden
agreed I always tell Ss to print hard copies here in class if they want to
Glad to see my district support actively participating in too Leading by example rocks!
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A6 Striving to be lead learner in building by utilizing Google Classroom for info sharing and modeling connected ed strategies.
A6: Any add-ons for multiple chromeboook monitoring in real time???????? Or CB compatible apps/programs?
A5 some of my Ts use it to put lesson plans this is great bc I can comment and get ideas for others when I look.
A6: One Tab. Awesome chrome extension that lets you to bring all your open tabs into 1 page. Great way to share resources w/S
A6: extensions: eye dropper, read & write for Google, Nimbus, and retired TechSmith. Apps: lumin and dochub!
A6: Love using Keep
Chrome Extensions:
Awesome Screenshot
Pocket
Ad Block for YouTube
PollEV for Slides
A6: I ❤️ how nicely Classroom plays w/other tools we use already! Gets Ss in a fast, we can share lists fm ....
So much easier to access too! https://t.co/sNThWwaGIR
A5: We are doing a much better job this year of posting school wide docs on Drive instead of sending them through email.
borrowing the help desk idea from been talking about it with some of my new cohort members
I still edit better on paper than on screen
A6: I'll be doing a FREE webinar for anyone interested nxt week on top 10 ext chosen by Ss if you are interested let me know!
Whole platform of Spark tools rocks! Ts & Ss love simplicity. Submit through GForm so links are in 1 place for T
A6: Choice eliminator. Great on forms where people need to pick times. Takes out ones already selected.
A6-Who doesn't love the Bitmoji and Giphy extensions?
that's an awesome idea! Do subs have Google accounts too then in order to share files?
I see examples of this daily, it excites me! Students must have defined roles and tasks within groups. https://t.co/3UJZQaHoGZ
A3: One of the biggest impacts on student learning is the collaboration piece. This is real world experiences of working together
A6. Black menu for Google. Access to my drive and mail plus more with a simple click.
A6; chrome extension makes it possible to search your school library catalog through . Wow!
Poked my head late into . Looking forward to today's curation !!
A6) Use Draw for Ss to create comics
Thank you!! Exactly what I meant! Thanks for making my day!! 😄
I love using Google Sheets (and Forms) with My Maps to create custom maps. Easy and Fun.. A form makes entry easy.
Q6 mine is very basic- working with my advanced learners on share docs outside the school day so they get that teacher's pet time
A6: Google Classroom to "flip" staff meetings. Provide videos, agendas ahead, links, etc.
A6: Goo.gl URL Shortener, Grammarly,Classroom,Hangouts, Screencastify,Keep,Drawings for all https://t.co/htjXkHPiog for EVERYTHING!
A6: Goo.gl URL Shortener, Grammarly,Classroom,Hangouts, Screencastify,Keep,Drawings for all https://t.co/Bp88K6g5du for EVERYTHING!
I was so happy when Google forms added the view individual form option. Now I can see sheet and form. I have need for both.
A6: I really like the ext. FOREST which is an interactive productivity extension that is helpful for both Sts and Ts!
A6: Screencastify allows Ss to create quick and easy screen grabs - sharing their work or creating video tutorials for others
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My favorite apps, extensions, tricks are ones shared by my PLN. This is most powerful part of - the sharing/collaboration
I also love using the chrome extension DF Youtube, and showed me how to make Bitmoji comics in slides-its awesome
A6: Google forms, google forms, google forms. They work everywhere and for everything. LOL...I can't get enough.
A6: For Android users, Vysor for Chrome. Mirror and control Android phone from Chromebook
No judging... Just going to go back and answer Q 1-5 now 😁
that's awesome. How are you using 1:1?
Need to explore some of these that I haven't heard of yet https://t.co/TZpn0OVTx0
A6: Love using Keep
Chrome Extensions:
Awesome Screenshot
Pocket
Ad Block for YouTube
PollEV for Slides
A6 still learning! I sent a form to parents and they were able to edit it, not answer!! BUT I'm trying!! Would love ideas!
A6. On a personal level, I LOVE Chrome Cast and everything it does
A6: autocrat, doctopus, flubaroo are all amazing. Love that I can randomly search an add-on any time I need it.
A6 I'm liking Draftback, an extension that allows to you to play back a movie of the revision history of a Google Doc
interested in hearing about how you create custom maps doing this...is it an app?
Guest login on computer. Link sent or left in email. I use it for video reminders, too.
Administrators who have long meetings aren't in touch with the demands on teachers. https://t.co/7nrIubVEsx
So tell me, why do 3 hour meetings still exist then? lol.
totally fair! but will you restrict students to ONLY paper because of your preference.
Yeah the audio feedback is a game changer. It fits in perfectly for a writers workshop
A6 Read and Write for Google scaffolds text for readers with audio support and provides tools for annotation.
Not 1:1, but Ss can BYOT. Use GC for everything. Lots of great music ed apps. tuners, metronomes, fingerings, etc.
Did not even think of that Joel! Very good idea! https://t.co/Gj5Hcsg3j4
any junky phones are great for in the hands on comp sci
Yes!! Please!! So much to say in a little space!!
Anytime I'm sending something out of the building, I send it to my personal email to see what they're going to see
A6: P1 Not enough characters in Twitter for this answer. I love using split screen extension for
A6 so many Chrome extensions I couldn't function without: Grammarly, Google Keep, Pocket, Hootsuite, Honey, ColorZilla, Extensify
Can't wait to go back over today's and follow so many great Educators here today! Thank you all for energetic inspiration!
A6: Another FAV was the BITMOJI extension to use when commenting on google docs OR in email signature :)
using google classtoom to manage ss who serve as techsperts during different classes. Even have a high school intern!
I don't think I knew smart people like you back then. https://t.co/YDlOYS3wLA
could've used autocrat to do this even before it was native ;)
blogger. Links to google accounts.
Use the extension Move It in Chrome to remind you and your kids to get up and move around more-
Very true, have to break the established paper based habits and routines. https://t.co/u2mvnguXBX
A5-The leader needs to jump in-show Ts its power at fac meetings, planning times, instructional meetings. Create a culture.
I found using audio feedback didn't always fit our workflow. How do you use it?
Our new SpEd Bulletin is done in Drawings w/a fun "Guess Who" Form for T book give aways. Use sheets & Flippity to pick a winner.
As homecoming weeks begin, we will definitely see that side of Ts come out. Comfortable in our own skin
Nice. better themes and look than google sites. But sites is easy in GAFE schools too.
A6: Add on in Sheets that notifies you every time there is a Google Forms submission. Also that turns Sheets submissions into Docs
A6: Think I just saw Google Keep in Scott Rocco's tweet. AWESOME tool for educators!
does it allow for comment moderation? Can the teacher limit publishing settings?
Oh good advice! I will try this from now on!! Thanks!!
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can you tell me more about this or any resources. We r looking to start this? Thanks so much!
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Will you be my tutor? Are all those app available even if you are not Google Classroom? I'm Agency of ED https://t.co/yYLjiApiHN
A6 so many Chrome extensions I couldn't function without: Grammarly, Google Keep, Pocket, Hootsuite, Honey, ColorZilla, Extensify
is there a way to see an individual response not in spreadsheet view, but almost like hardcopy worksheet style?
Remember when GAFE didn't even exist? Energy in this chat is amazing as leaders have stepped up to be transformational educators.
A6-Share to Classroom extension. Chrome Web Store Apps: MemeCart App. Awww Whiteboard App. VideoNotes App.
I share sub plans to Ss and they open in computer for subs
An awesome convo this AM!
Thanks PLN, my co-mods
and shoutout to from for joining
Used Autocrat to create docs for people signing up for open house tours - gave guides insight to guest needs
We're using Google Classroom for individualized PD. Works beautifully and Ts love it!
I am 100% computer ... everything turned in digitally ... some snap a picture of written work ... what is best for kid
Honey is a very cool one! Not really ed related, but cool!
Thanks 'sTaxi is off band practice. Thanks for the inspiration and ideas!
A6 Can't wait to see what happens when Google Play Store integrates with Chromebooks!
I just started playing around with & can't wait to have the Ss create & reflect w/ it!
Which platform do you use to create/share videos?
Thanks for all the new info, guys! See you next week.
Love it. Please share?? It would be great with Ts too! https://t.co/tTQVJ0gM91
Use the extension Move It in Chrome to remind you and your kids to get up and move around more-
love it. I once did a cross discipline literacy Map Based challenge with a district. They loved it.
Yes that's what I was celebrating. https://t.co/gZiAn23Xk7
is there a way to see an individual response not in spreadsheet view, but almost like hardcopy worksheet style?
A6. Best way to manage extensions? Extensity. Shout out to for that one.
yes, I work for a state dept of ed. We're not GAFE. I use Chrome browser so all those Extensions & more are possible
Neat way to show Ss how a writer goes through the process - and how no two writers have the same process. https://t.co/lAfuJuXW9M
A6 I'm liking Draftback, an extension that allows to you to play back a movie of the revision history of a Google Doc
So much information. Thanks
Can you share an example of the individualized PD? How you organize, etc.?
me too, we use scanner pro for E/T, nothing on paper. Waste of time and paper. ppl make fun of me when can't find pen
This sounds so cool - how do I learn?
I use it in a workshop model. use for 5 Ss, then meet with 5 other Ss live in class that way I reach 10
A6) UBlock origin has made YouTube a fun tool again.
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I'm loving the visuals in this I'm going to print & post in my faculty lounge! Thank you everyone for sharing your insight!
What?!? Not sitting in big room being talked at for hours? How are we sure Ts are productive?
It is truly amazing what's out there now. When I first taught, I was giddy about a new overhead projector.
not a GAFE add on, but have you heard of Hapara?
A6: P2 I also appreciate the differentiation and collaboration Google Classroom supports between Ts and Ss.
Thank you ! Great this morning.
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