#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 April 30, 2016
A6: Sometimes being available to people is the biggest resource! Build relationships and offer support. Use your PLN !
How can parents know if their kids are growing or just "playing school"? Grades don't tell us anything.
Not everyone is equipped to lead in the same way. Out front, or by example, or by relationships.
that’s how our PLCs work but we are required to use our lunch or prep time (get “flex” time for it) once a week.
A6: getting involved & SHARING! Using social media like Twitter, Google hangouts, or FB, blogs, reading articles & books
I'm all for teachers determining their own metrics and outcomes.
Q2 Follow EdCamp format to give teachers voice and choice in PD.
give Ts time to visit each other; meetings can celebrate best practices, use social media to share w community
That's what we need to do every day. Awareness, collaboration, sharing, professionalism, and caring. https://t.co/fhPQkIPqEX
A6: & Twitter are the biggest for me Ts are reluctant for some reason but I continue to push.
A6 Get involved when you go to PD. Make sure the presenter will remember you. Set calendar to remind you to implement.
Gotta run guys, thanks for a great first !!
but many will still need that gently “nudge” (or “bribe” - I find food and/or prizes work!) to try it!
and sometimes you'll receive an answer, but look in their eyes says, "I'm gr8'how I am, not interested, leave me alone"
is over, but the convo doesn't have to end! For transcripts, resources & chat analytics head to https://t.co/46Y0QgjJ1i
We need to push our profession to make true systemic change and empower teachers in this process. Whole system Digital Convergence
Yes! Don't mistake admiring it for doing it. A little less conversation, a little more action?
Thanks for an amazing great topics and engagement!
Thanks for an amazing great topics and engagement!
In the span of an hour, I deepened my own learning, made new connections, and received a plethora of new ideas. Thanks, !
Thanks for the ! Have a great weekend!
Yay! Next Saturday you'll be a veteran!
Absolutely! You're invited any time :) Running one is easy peasy! 😝
Thanks to all! Great ideas and resources shared.
I love to see other teachers give PD. It's practical but also shows that admin values the work WE do, not just what "experts" say.
thanks for the advice, we will try it!!
Good pt. But how else to know if lrng is occurring, to benchmark S's and our effectiveness?
A6: Read "Creative Confidence"and "Give and Take" & connect w/ Just to name a few.
that’s new to me. Is it like ?
Thanks everyone for a great chat. Now, time to look at the the million tabs I have open :) Have a great week.
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It's a big conspiracy!!! :)
lol i am ting from my room in Philly. Just checked it!
Edcamps offer a unique and revolutionary format, it is exciting to be a part of an Edcamp event.
I love to see this take off in schools and divisions! Gets me so excited about the learning taking place
Q1: Why do you want more teachers on Twitter?
Next Q depends on your reply.
I disagree. https://t.co/TccgNnksFh
my experience in most twitter peeps is a serious amount of groupthink. Not much disagreement in or others.
Those who want to be at the PD session learn more and are much more engaged.
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Definitely trying to get there with Social Media in the school & encouraging peer observation.
A6: Provide Ts with time/opportunity to meet and share best practice, lead by example by being life-long learner.
Teachers looking for more games they can use w Ss, check hashtag; lots being shared!
Hi Barb! You know I learn a ton from YOU! :)
Good advice! ;) https://t.co/8fdlCzyFjX
Thanks for joining this week’s ! Don’t forget to follow your new connections from today!
No but if you were my doctor and you recommended a treatment I'd want them!
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If I were going to meet up with you socially, would you want metrics? Thats what iWin is, but we talk shop
A6: ECET, PETE&C, Edcaml, Twitter chats
So how do you determine if you're going to buy it? https://t.co/myI5AgFc2i
A free trial of was used by certain grades- I didn’t measure number of Ss or achievement w/ it.
A6 as educators must be brave & take ownership of our own learning needs we gotta do what we gotta do when we don't know what to do
Curious to hear response as well.
All Satcahts are great but this was even better than the usual Saturday morning chat
THANKS! Pete
Q3 Nurture & financially support participation in nat'l teacher organizations and attendance of annual conferences.
Completely agree! Multiple non-invasive touch points to support growth & change.
What if we focused PD on nurturing & empowering all learners instead of just compliance?
Shout out to & for building capacity 4 science Ts across the mitten. https://t.co/SPqSvjA7bg
A6) Connect with the professional organizations in your region. is full of tchr leadership opports-
thanks for discussion, I havent participated in a chat in a while.
Does your hs have a summer reading program? Looking into schools that use a one book, one school approach.
ha ha I thought I was the only one who had 20k of tabs open!
How the team I work on (RE&E) supports Religious Leadership & Religious Educ Ts in Sydney Catholic Schools. https://t.co/AxP6GrL3fu
Thanks . Enjoy your weekend.
Time to do the dishes and watch some Teen Titans! Excellent discussion this week! Hap Sat to all! https://t.co/WSZzvB1Xde
One of the many thinks I love about the convo is no one cares when the chat ends. Convos keep going!!! That's personalized learning
Remember that creating a positive culture can change the internal narrative for teachers and students https://t.co/f6BIbXGtoV
When you do, the PD becomes so much more engaging and I learn so much more because it becomes meaningful
Thank you all for a great chat and literally hundreds of good ideas to add to my personalized learning queue
It has changed me as an educator. I want everyone to have that opp! I learn something (or many things) every time.
Thanks for the great all! Have a super weekend!
Another great - shout out to for representing FCPS this morning w/me! Way to be 🎉💪🏽🤓
Thanks ! I am now inspired to encourage, nurture and nudge my colleagues...
Pain, frustration, rejection, and failure are all essential ingredients to successful and lasting growth.
I'm not knocking conversation. Just saying can be genuine interest in something but it doesn't happen. https://t.co/T8bnYFdlq1
Yes! Don't mistake admiring it for doing it. A little less conversation, a little more action?
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A6-How often to we see our district's best teachers or ideas? More internal showcasing of best practices.
Informal. I talked to Ts, they loved it, told me they used a lot of activities and would def use it more.
I hadn't participated in a chat in a while either. Glad I took the time! https://t.co/BL4Z1pqeyV
thanks for discussion, I havent participated in a chat in a while.
don't just want for the learning, go and get it!
How does that protocol work? Would love to know more
that is the simplest deconstruction of my point anyone could've made. 😀
Have Ts reflect on their growth, Could be a poem, song, blog post, pictures, food, video montage... 1/2
seems like UR defining learning only as that which is delivered 2 the child
yes! I’m still reading tweets from 8 min ago!! Thank goodness for so I can also see notifications!
Love! The president - - is our director of curriculum!
There are an infinite number of ways to show learning pathway. Good call, Justine!
Definitely trying to get there with Social Media in the school & encouraging peer observation. | More: https://t.co/wDiXgpLcCO
Best to all! As usual, so much smart & committed sharing at
Will say it again:
There is much highered can learn from K12!
love this! That is exactly why we should use T's in the models of PD. Our T's are just that, experts!
Consider reaching out to your colleagues to meet/coffee and discuss something you’re passionate about
Bowing out 🇺🇸 - thanks again from Australia 🇦🇺
Use the OneTab extension for -save them all together and you can come back to the 20 tabs quickly! https://t.co/ZR9hVGWMmd
ha ha I thought I was the only one who had 20k of tabs open!
So you want more Ts on Twitter so they will have the opportunity to learn? https://t.co/BZzzZcqPf8
It has changed me as an educator. I want everyone to have that opp! I learn something (or many things) every time.
Many Ts in chats blog. Writing my own blog & sharing has helped me reflect & learn a lot too. Try it.
No. That's a big leap to make from what I said.
teachers taking initiative in their own learning - step back look at yourself through your student's eyes
Absolutely! When I get excited about something, I want to share with everyone :)
now THERE is evidence of some awesome PD! For us, by us!
still trying 2figure system out 4chatting. I haven't seen questions beyond Q2 On tablet, attempted searching hashtag but no help
I’ll check it out. Thanks!
and I put ourselves out there, met new colleagues, discovered hidden talents, will use the info to grow
there are definitely different aspects of leadership but unfortunately some people are just not built to lead.
is it? Think of the deeper implications of the words you chose.
is a great PLN opportunity to network. Today's topic is personalized Professional Development! Great ideas and info!
Love this approach! We are planning a K-12 day of best practices in tech for the fall. https://t.co/sX8appqa0X
A6-How often to we see our district's best teachers or ideas? More internal showcasing of best practices.
All learning has outcomes. It's interesting and worthwhile to explore what they are.
Hang in there it gets easier try using tweetdeck - add column for
sometimes there are so many people participating, I notice lag time, then a ton of tweets load.
that, and I love how diverse the participants are. All different roles in ed coming together!
thank you! It was awesome!
How bout EdCamp-style curriculum nights? Parents are still left with sit-and-get. https://t.co/UnpSK2xbg1
One of my districts is using the Edcamp style staff mtgs and the teachers are LOVING I! https://t.co/9T5RwsWMQN
agree - can take the place of staff meetings - choice is the most important factor in PD
What words are you referring to? I’m just an elem T who is looking to improve and share
yes, but that's a way different conversation than measurement
Agreed! Lots of worthwhile outcomes are difficult or impossible to measure.
Great conversations! My adrenaline is going - perfect time to head out to the gym. Thanks! !
thanks for sharing Elizabeth - will be useful for me talking to staff
& Ts can join learned societies to engage in this celebration & have the opportunity to get ideas published
If you feel comfortable at your workplace, you will feel comfortable changing what you're comfortable with😉 https://t.co/ukYV5zjD0z
Trust being the biggest focus of the relationships and community to fuel collaboration. https://t.co/B6CXBuQqR9
A4: Focus on relationships first! Build community. Collaboration follows naturally.
would you have parents facilitate the conversations or would Ts (or both)? Sounds interesting!
A6: Start with what exists. Use the eval rubric as a jumping off point for self reflection, then build from there!
A2: Professional Learning: we must personalize for teachers much like we do for students
Can I push you a little on that? Would we say that to a student? Or find ways them to contribute & grow? Same 4 Ts?
I love to then look back and see how I can tweak my implementation to make it even better! https://t.co/qescByO7qg
A5: Application and then reflection. How did it go? Did Ss benefit from the implementation of what presented in lesson.
Have you seen the kid version of energy bus? It has a spin on bullies.
I love this!!! https://t.co/Vo6pk3u6HM
A5)Instead of "I can" statements, Ts frame "I will" statements on how they will integrate learning into classroom & provide evid
Brevity of Twitter is challenging: how to move in diff direction, how to note a flaw & add one's own divergent thought.
Don’t wait for admin to do it, start the movement yourself but invite the admin
Yes! In-house experts! Ts teaching Ts = long-term investment.
Great idea one of mine is
Great Idea - gives students encouragement - I will... https://t.co/u8ELcRsLFM
I love this!!! https://t.co/Vo6pk3u6HM
A5)Instead of "I can" statements, Ts frame "I will" statements on how they will integrate learning into classroom & provide evid
Does anyone want to argue that kids aren't self-motivated, curious, and at least semi-autonomous, at age 2? https://t.co/70oxJW1yim
In this view of PD, Ts (adults) are self-motivated, curious, & autonomous.
At what age does a person (say, a S) reach this point?
I love how you included "did this assist MY learning". The more we know, the better we can teach our Ss. https://t.co/8pC2u7D7SA
A5) Reflection as always, is key, how will this benefit my Ss, did this assist my learning & theirs
Association brings about assimilation. Be very careful of the company you keep. Bad company corrupts moral standards!
We have to empower students to take risks, be creative in class - learning must be relevant and engaging!
Yes!!!!!! https://t.co/Fuawhj4ldJ
A1) It looks like vibrant classrooms being led by excited teachers. https://t.co/DMeDlIvO73
Q1: What does Personalized Professional Learning look like in practice? How do you know it when you see it?
Indeed! Application and reflection are truly two ways to identify if PL has proved to be beneficial for our S growth!
"I'm not a leader I'm just a teacher, not an admin"
You are what you think you are. | More: https://t.co/HNy7pcBrNb
I'm proud of you, Maria! Glad your first went well 😊👏🏻 you go girl!
Love your craft, always feed your curiosity, and
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How do you know they're learning it deep enough to apply well? Take genius hour, for example. https://t.co/33xMhdwiM7
Absolutely! When I get excited about something, I want to share with everyone :)
I totally agree hearing collaboration on what we've learned & how we are or going use the what we learned is awesome
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I'm thinking of taking Genius hour approach to TedEd but I can't waste time if it's not building skill.
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When my goal is measured I make it achievable, when my goal is personal I shoot for the moon
Completely agree! Don't keep parents in the dark. Collaboration is key 2 success of kids! https://t.co/AlklpCrD41
Families should be able to know the school's goals for professional growth as well as for their own child. https://t.co/ZhMrmKVkMX
Q1 There might be 2 lvls. At higher lvl is the overall school goals. Next lvl, it is abt how individuals learn up to meet e goals.
I'm wondering more:
Did it not work b/c you joined one Twitter chat then went and tried it, then gave up? https://t.co/uMIhLtIFA7
have an abiding interest in the genius hour question. How do you insure that it isn't just mud pie making?
The hardest thing to do is 'walk away from someone you're still in with'.
Connect with . He's your guy. https://t.co/nnkGhuhGz8
I'm thinking of taking Genius hour approach to TedEd but I can't waste time if it's not building skill.
Education is what remains after one has forgotten what one has learned in school. Albert Einstein
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#1905 Education is what remains after one has forgotten what one has learned in school. — Albert Einstein
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I don't see a spring break destination! underwater! whats your craft, always feed your idea? https://t.co/DbS0eGZqoZ
Do not feel like a Lone Ranger on this issue. I very much know the feeling. https://t.co/vTOvNhPXJD
Ha- that's my dilemma! Many colleagues are annoyed with my enthusiasm for Twitter.
Parents need standardized data 2 tell if their kid is making progress. Grades R subjective! https://t.co/34BeZT4r7x
How can parents know if their kids are growing or just "playing school"? Grades don't tell us anything.
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Here's something they tell you about school. It's ILLEGAL to use a LEGAL NAME. Google Legal name fraud. https://t.co/pWKVVZZSMW
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So many books to read! Haha. Any book recommendations for Ts seeking mindfulness and balance? The first one?
Seeking advice from trusted friends, while still thinking of someone else.
Teachers: personalized PD:: students: student driven inquiry process. https://t.co/uTEvMAr61K
Complete this analogy:
teachers: personalized PD ::
students: ____________
Challenge as educators: how can we ignite that same passion in our students? Develop their talents! https://t.co/8oKNxcUli2
as though more people makes the pressure of needing to contribute harder
Thinking outside the box, taking risks - we need more of this in !
I just shared our district's standardized assessment data at the Title 1 Parents' Conference.
When I said I am trying something new there were no takers What was it? A 30 mile walk raising funds for 1/2
we need an easy dashboard for parents - that is relevant and in terms that they and students understand!
How many laps of the classroom was that? Because that's where "Let me come to!" is :)
What if we created Genius Bars n school - organized by Ss? Empower Ss to be leaders of Edu
Students feel the same when Teachers allow them 2lead discussions
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I love to see other teachers give PD. It's practical but also shows that admin values the work WE do, not just what "experts" say.
What a beautiful thought!
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Food for thought. What if in my lifetime we teach all kids to read, & my job simply becomes "reading teacher" w nothing special about it?🙆😀
2/2 this activity provided Ss with + &
If you build it they will come..... Keep pushing and walking - others will join eventually!
It's the flaw in the teacher's evaluation system! https://t.co/YxV2UylUXm
When my goal is measured I make it achievable, when my goal is personal I shoot for the moon
Woo hoo! Sharing data w/ parents! Wish ALL schools did this. Many inadvertently keep parents in the dark. https://t.co/ponFg1Z2DD
I just shared our district's standardized assessment data at the Title 1 Parents' Conference.
If pets could talk, what is something they wouldn't want us to know?
This morning's was moderated by the ! Search the hashtag, be inspired, share w/ your PLN. https://t.co/BQu16lDI6Y
will be on fire this Saturday morning at 7:30 EST as the moderates a convo on Personalized Professional Learning.
Zut! I missed this morning! 😟
is that they know what we don't know and we know what they don't know.
Umust not B aware of many parents who need data 2 determine progress.Kids w/ learning dis. R passed along! https://t.co/LxaqfvN8Ia
. Disagree. Standardized testing is also subjective.Rewards kids who excel in trad structures
Q. How would you evaluate effectiveness of PD? Why pay4 something you are not sure its working? https://t.co/3zbOUwO4BX
Get tired of idea I must "prove" i got "something" out of PD to someone else. Is PD to help me, or to make someone else happy?
If failures are important to learning, discuss them w/kids. This CV would be great to share w/Ss. https://t.co/jo2o1QfYBy
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nothing wrong with excitement,but if u gonna be cheerful & excited,can't let ppl talk u out of it.Gotta be strong & proof urself😀😍
have heard of the concept and it sounds bad awesome.
In case you missed it! This morning's is worth waking up early on a Saturday! Search for & enjoy! https://t.co/GquNlKUlmZ
Join ’s over the next hour to discuss Personalized Professional Learning!
In case you missed it! This morning's is worth waking up early on a Saturday! Search for & enjoy! https://t.co/GquNlKUlmZ
Join ’s over the next hour to discuss Personalized Professional Learning!
Will catch you next week !
Tips to Help Pupils Write Poetry from ! We love the creativity & expression it provides kids! https://t.co/alQUgxVnvK
So True - Leadership is about empowerment and service!
During May I am organising walks relating to campaign so may include the 30 miler
What would you say you drink for? I'm looking for !
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. like measuring kids' fun against others' enjoyment. Not measurable!! 2/2
this what I'm talking about!Tofu veggie + turkey bacon +whole wheat everything bagel. Kind of an oxymoron https://t.co/4yyRPvuEu6
Yes!! you'll never get universal agreement on anything...But everyone should know the goals. https://t.co/4iq17NzHRc
you'll never get universal agreement on anything (within a school either!) But everyone should know the goals.
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Provoking question by Do you question existing ideas as well as new ones?
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Yes! apply2Parents&Students2:Collaboration is hard work,but it can start with just4words:What do you think? https://t.co/Zp95eHayM8
Collaboration is hard work, but it can start with just 4 words:
What do you think?
I know who my peoples are...Trust me!
I just found out that you can start taking the PSAT/SATs in 8th grade so kids can get a head start on acclimating to the test
Yes! also if tcher don't see value add in peers,parents or students makes collaboration hard. https://t.co/FOKOWInUzb
A4: Starts first with my actions. I can't collaborate or create community if I talk more than listen and aren't willing to learn.
I tell teachers the reason Twitter is so great for PD is bc it's personalized, asynchronous, and unlimited to people & content
Standardized tests aren't customized by region nor do they consider culture, & I'd like to see the faces of ppl who develop them.
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It is truly that simple https://t.co/NMgS6nYlOH
Collaboration is hard work, but it can start with just 4 words:
What do you think?
Dont drive into an underpass with water, or if you must, then open all windows first.
When it comes to parent & student engagement "risk taking" not seen as value https://t.co/i5W1qHYZbq
When people are taking new risks make sure you stroke the effort, not just the result. You want risk taking itself to be valued.
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So true! Wouldn't be here without my admin seeing something in me! Hope to pay forward thru mentoring https://t.co/fSic4WVAE4
A3: Sometimes Admin see more in Ts than Ts see in themselves. Encourage and nurture.
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I DM'd a link to my presentation. Hope it is helpful!
What if you could completly turn around your health and fitness? Would you?
A writer's work can change constantly, but the heart of the concept is clear, steady & true.
Teachers should understand the mentality of their students how make him/her progress in easy way of learning to acknowledge course
Good Saturday
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A quote that stuck with me from this AM's , so I made a meme for it. Shared w/ permission from https://t.co/HZUMOWZ6FB
We strongly agree! 🙌👌 https://t.co/0FjZxBSTuG
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In DC discussing the future of education and for our board meeting.
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Thank you Ku! Honored!!! :) https://t.co/Pena6Ldr8A
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good morning! Looking for ways your schools have worked w/ community. (Businesses, Etc) Would love to hear from you.
. is never an opportunity to love? Have a spring break destination!
What's your favorite book? Mine is Alice's Adventures in Wonderland
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WOAH! So cool! And it's fun and effective! Thx for sharing this!
As leaders we must make sure information is learned for the future not just the present. Future vision is necessary.
Did you know that supports drug imports from Canada? Watch out pharmaceuticals!!
It does and there needs to be time to be able to integrate subjects not keep them in isolation
For God is working in you, giving you the desire and the power to do what pleases him. Philippians 2:13 NLT
Is in a computer lab a barrier to its meaningful & seamless integration into teaching & learning activities?
There is loads of space when you & out of the classroom
Does anyone have active business involvement in their schools? Developed programs?
representing Bernie and the people on tv just now. So much respect!
that is similar to what our PLC group is doing. It's been interesting feedback.
that's my question- still learning about - but love to give Ss choice.
big proponent of Responsive Classroom- big focus there is choice. I always try to give Ss options.
not quite but I'm working on that and ideas!
I thought that was when you chat sitting down. Come to find out no one sits down to chat. Unless on an electrical device.
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Get ideas published sometimes we do have to end!
Truth be told I'm constantly hearing kids complain how stressed they are about their workload. https://t.co/F65BDo6cji
Get some of my best professional dev't out on the mudflat.
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Wow!! Thanks, Mandy! LOVE this post and honored by it, as well!
Just registered for ! Excited to be part of an ! Who will join me?? ? ?
Being in the same space as both my grief and my Flash however he is now. This is being IN Love.
Thanks for the shout out, Scott! Thanks for sharing those two great resources too!
