#dtk12chat Archive
Please join us for a weekly conversation about design thinking in K12 education. We will have a variety of moderators with a wide range and depth of design thinking experiences. Each week, we will connect the dots to the design thinking methodology and how it can and will play a bigger role in today’s K12 educational arena.
Wednesday October 26, 2016
Welcome to the 9pm EST hour where topics are varied, pace is fast, & Mod Styles are as different as people Thanks 4 joining in
Im Lead Mod 4 tonight Welcome. Pls share your Who, Where, & your Vote w/ us (Milk Duds or Kit Kat) Your Vote Counts!
Kevin from Monterey. Kit Kats all DAY.
Hey btw just started join the convo!!!
welcome back Break me off a piece of that Kit Kat Bar!
Ken G. in Boston, Massachusetts, doing with his feet stuck inside a mechanical foot massager.
...Help?
Erin from Jay, Maine. Heck yeah, Milk Duds!! Especially if you put 'em in the freezer!
Garreth, Near Philadelphia, PA...I'd make a milk duds and kit kat mashup. But if pressed, Kit Kat.
Dan Ryder, Eng teacher, Mt Blue Campus Farmington, ME
Woohoo As long as you are stuck, appreciate you joining us!
Director of Technology Kit kats!
Welcome Erin loving your tweets
Woohoo! in the house! https://t.co/oGEZVj3tdd
Im Lead Mod 4 tonight Welcome. Pls share your Who, Where, & your Vote w/ us (Milk Duds or Kit Kat) Your Vote Counts!
I thought the two were varied enough, that a choice could be made :)
What's on the menu tonight for ?
Tonight’s topic is all around getting started, finding Discover points, & hopefully realize a little step carries you far
Steve in Cville, VA, Kit Kats. Milk Duds?
How rad is it that Erin and I mere miles apart? https://t.co/75p7NrL46D
Erin from Jay, Maine. Heck yeah, Milk Duds!! Especially if you put 'em in the freezer!
Good evening! I'm Katherine Cherry, a pre-service teacher at Clemson University. Definitely Milk Duds!
Oh, yeah. I teach English at Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School. (Got distracted by the candy.)
No 3rd parties allowed! Well, i guess we can make an exception! We are America!
Right...?!? Them are delicious, but vicious. Deli-vic.... No.
I'm kripa, and work with a few instructors on learning strategies. Trying to understand
As we were told that meat was murder back in the 80s...
Woohoo Maureen! Thanks for joining us! Love to hear more abt your site visit
Was that a Smiths reference or am I off? https://t.co/u2rIJtPZ8w
As we were told that meat was murder back in the 80s...
Ok tonight going old school Q1/A1 format… However, if you are up for googling, pls do & share! 1st Q on Deck
Ok tonight going old school Q1/A1 format… However, if you are up for googling, pls do & share! 1st Q on Deck
Be kind to Ken, he knows not the folly of his ways https://t.co/6VWArowDzQ
No 3rd parties allowed! Well, i guess we can make an exception! We are America!
The Gary Johnson of the candy aisle?
Jason. Art teacher columbus Ohio.
Another Maine edu checking in. Tim, 4th & 5th grade classroom teacher. Love the twix.
He speaks truth. PBC for the every-win.
Howdy y'all! Elaine from Colorado chiming in from SATX at
Great night to join the convo Please ask Qs We love to talk Welcome Kripa
Q1: what is design thinking to you? what parts/aspects are a must in the process?
So many awesome people on tonight’s chat!
Welcome Jason If U have not connected with Here is my econnect an artist + design thinker + art teacher
A1: The two must-haves are and . Everything else is gravy.
Woohoo Great to see you Did any1 help w/ PBL
Highschool tweet from earlier?
You know my answer Yes, And
A1 I'd say a running leap into an open question that needs answering - then watch quick fix-it answers fail us somewhere.
A1 I dare everyone in NOT to say that "empathy" is the most important part of design thinking.
A1 DT is all about the story to me. Finding the connections. It's about human interactions.
yes and Empathy & Innovators (innovation follows) https://t.co/1NwhkJWJq1
A1: The two must-haves are and . Everything else is gravy.
! See folks? brings her empathy game https://t.co/ii1356OlLF
A1: The two must-haves are and . Everything else is gravy.
A1 Empathy and creative problem solving that focuses on the people. Respecting multiple points of views and ideas.
YAASSS! https://t.co/Hrlckf41UU
A1 I'd say a running leap into an open question that needs answering - then watch quick fix-it answers fail us somewhere.
Yay!! So glad you made it!
A1: DT is having Ss respond to challenges by thinking outside the box, never giving up, and always improving on their last idea
A1 Agree with this- well said about role of empathy and human-centered , https://t.co/IB44Zmt48M
A1 is empathy fueled, human centered problem solving; the empathy distinguishes DR from other creat… https://t.co/uGNCTtH1Jx
Q1: what is design thinking to you? what parts/aspects are a must in the process?
ofcourse! Looking forward to this
A1 DT is about listening, applying an artists/scientists careful observations in a very human way to make the world better
welcome again we are like a soft pillow with sparklers!!
Wuuut? We love that word and it’s my super power! ;) https://t.co/gOtjidz9b5
A1 I dare everyone in NOT to say that "empathy" is the most important part of design thinking.
Q2 walking up to home plate…
Hey hey!! Little bit. Still looking for more help on HS STEM diploma endorsement peeps :)
I meant DT. https://t.co/PpKdzNW4FK
A1 is empathy fueled, human centered problem solving; the empathy distinguishes DR from other creat… https://t.co/uGNCTtH1Jx
Q1: what is design thinking to you? what parts/aspects are a must in the process?
Hey there! Great to ‘see’ you!
I bet knows many, many things.... Also https://t.co/9ZyR4el67T
Hey hey!! Little bit. Still looking for more help on HS STEM diploma endorsement peeps :)
A1 Optimism. Must have faith that you'll find an answer & you'll understand the person you're serving. It'll be worth your while.
Remember to follow any new folks you meet on tonight’s chat!
Q2 As a novice in the land of where do you start? As a teacher 1st, as a DTer 2nd?
We need to design human experiences that promote acceptance of diverse perspectives & cognitive diversity.
any help for https://t.co/ltF9XnVKIM
Hey hey!! Little bit. Still looking for more help on HS STEM diploma endorsement peeps :)
What is the difference, if any, between , , and ?
Q1: (challenge) what is DT? and your answer can't have "empathy" in it.
Awww dang . . That's a really good answer https://t.co/EmaTNP6FhL
A1 Optimism. Must have faith that you'll find an answer & you'll understand the person you're serving. It'll be worth your while.
A1. I haven't heard of design thinking yet. Does anyone have examples of how this has been used? Thanks!
Any ers from Rhode Island? You all rock the endorsement scene here at . https://t.co/wy3KsxL89R
Hey hey!! Little bit. Still looking for more help on HS STEM diploma endorsement peeps :)
Then it ain’t my friend (IMO)
We've said it too many times. I've done so. It's a cliche. We gotta liven up the discourse with fresh new woids!
Getting crazy with constraints on tonight’s https://t.co/7ANHc2sQCR
Q1: (challenge) what is DT? and your answer can't have "empathy" in it.
A2: Totally stole this from , but Creative Confidence by Tom and David Kelley ROCKS!! Totally lays out a DT roadmap.
DT includes the need-finding. What are the problems that really need solving? https://t.co/EMvAsdDHJ9
What is the difference, if any, between , , and ?
A2 Start with doing DT. Many ways, but Extraordinaires Design Studio so easy and starts with Empathy. Low barrier to entry .
Hey peeps I love this questions Welcome to the chat Katherine… You are in the right spot! https://t.co/8CfFEXX1iO
A1. I haven't heard of design thinking yet. Does anyone have examples of how this has been used? Thanks!
can we find other ways to express empathy in DT context
A1: Find problem, ask Qs, construct meaning, try on ideas for size, repeat.
A2 A teacher training (bounce the board), then diving deep Twitter, Medium & .... Finding co-conspirators at school.
A2 A teacher training (bounce the board), then diving deep Twitter, Medium & .... Finding co-conspirators at school.
a1 nothing more than a process that helps kids work through a challenge; the emphasis is on understanding those you are solving4
What're you looking for? Maybe I can help! I'm working on PBE diplomas & systems here in Maine
yes I am sure I just hope I never lose “empathy” as the core of
A1: DT is the E in STEM w/empathy at the center. My new working def.
Yeah it does https://t.co/Rh07CYnHJI
A2: Totally stole this from , but Creative Confidence by Tom and David Kelley ROCKS!! Totally lays out a DT roadmap.
Welcome! Excited u r joining us! There r lots of us who are more than happy 2 share what we’re doing w/DT in k12!
A2 Find yourself in the land of DT thinkers (). Sip the clean Maine air. Get psyched and pick some brains.
Such a great event! Hoping for year 2!
A2 Start with doing DT. Many ways, but Extraordinaires Design Studio so easy and starts with Empathy.… https://t.co/VQphTubMSZ
Abt to introduce bill in Jan. Looking 4 criteria & STEM definitions.
A2 Application in c'room begins w/ considering S needs & outcomes. Slowing down the pace, welcoming community stories. Iterate.
of course. I just wondered/wandered away from the stock response "empathy based problem solving"
Q3 Where are your Discover points when it comes 2 finding a challenge Also what are your Ss Discover points?
Me too! I have already added it to my professional journal entry (goal sheet) for the year.
Don’t bend like a willow a great wander to do…
A2: was our start bringing inspiration via
A3 Where does something DT-tastic live within my subject material (in my case, mostly history) -- including apprenticing pros?
That is, in fact, a piece by someone else. But I appreciate the shout-out, WD!
a3 honestly I start with real problems: I stop myself from solving them for the kids; redesigning our storage bins, etc
A2: I think I’m answering the right Q. Need-finding on campus can b easy start! Create bug list (like middle school bathrooms)
We've got in tonight! representing on the front!… https://t.co/amtfGw1YJy
A2 Application in c'room begins w/ considering S needs & outcomes. Slowing down the pace, welcoming community stories. Iterate.
A3 I think there's lots and lots for me just w/in the daily teaching life
A3 Over the summer I realized my twitter feed was brimming over w/ Discover Points Here’s a sample https://t.co/eVFforvksu
Pls tell us more. Be very specific :)
we should GHO play it some time!
A2: become an observer of the world around you. experience without judgement and only capture what IS in front of you
Dirigo, baby!
https://t.co/UnodR9kqWm
We've got in tonight! representing on the front!… https://t.co/amtfGw1YJy
A2 Application in c'room begins w/ considering S needs & outcomes. Slowing down the pace, welcoming community stories. Iterate.
A3 start with a camera, an ear, a nose...and a question, "Why are things the way they are." You'll discover soon enough.
For STEM, connect with , all underneath & aligned to the .
A3: I turn to the kids, they turn to their community. Gives us a chance to at least consider giving back!
would love 2experiment w/HMWs around staff meetings!
Q4 coming up It has a visual to respond to :)
Yep. Got that. Need for engineering
A3) when I or my colleagues get frustrated with systemic fails I find really powerful discover points
Important 2 c the role of observer; as DTer, as writer, as scientist, etc. https://t.co/z3ezNcfh2D
A2: become an observer of the world around you. experience without judgement and only capture what IS in front of you
Btw I am having trouble replying, reading, & interacting w/ while Modding at the same time (which is the job) Last minute Prepper
A3: Lotsa Discover points in . Critical to success for As & Ts
No worries. We got you covered and it’s all good! https://t.co/B42w2hM7wl
Btw I am having trouble replying, reading, & interacting w/ while Modding at the same time (which is the job) Last minute Prepper
has the embedded engineering practices... not enough? What kind of engineering?
Yes! One of my favorite areas: crossover between SEL & DT!! https://t.co/kUoaJzxRWm
A3: Lotsa Discover points in . Critical to success for As & Ts
A3 It varies is it teacher centered classroom Content Driven classroom Student centered curiosity driven
A3 Colleagues, friends & the local online newspaper https://t.co/6RPcbzQRvd my Ss are just learning to f… https://t.co/Qs8lhJN7Go
Q3 Where are your Discover points when it comes 2 finding a challenge Also what are your Ss Discover points?
A3 You go and go and go until things get so unbearable that you have no choice to find a better way.
It has been a long productive day and I have to call it quits. Thanks for the learning
Content hoarding: avoid it, students!
A3 if we spend more time listening than talking, we will realize the world is full of discover points.
i like how u started on Facebook. wanna look at that 2? proposed a while bk
it is reach a whole other demographic & DT edu-user; and twitter chat still the haps
Q5 rolling through in 2 min
Trying 2 make better connect btwn 4C's/ learning/engineering
A4 Politics = drafting & passing legislature in US history; wicked problems = refugee crises, post-WW2 and right. This. Second.
it's been amazing how quickly people flocked to FB page.
So discover points are what you notice when you shut yourself up? If so, I dig it. And I'll shut up for a while...
A4: Rules/Laws, HMW convince the school board to change a policy that affects all of us? Make it better!
The turn from self to others--and essential move in the choreography of design thinking.
Frustration as the mother of discover points! https://t.co/83gPCZtXCj
A3) when I or my colleagues get frustrated with systemic fails I find really powerful discover points
A4 experiences make us who we r. We need 2 slow down more 2 mine exp. 4 opps 4 growth. Learning happens thru exp. not curriculum
A4 Just did spaces (classroom and library) redesigns. Watched HS Ss do Emp. Ints. today of MS Ss. So focused and keen.
Teachers are more or less students sitting at the big desks. The good ones are.
So much crossover btw & 2night; we really oughta plan how might we align & assess in world chat
A4 Wicked problems. Wicked awesome problems (in Boston). -2 (). Relationships.
oh it is a gamechanger; a little semantics goes a long way toward mindset shifting chk out for more on HMW
A?: exp'd a convo w/3 grds that started w/3 branches of govt and included distributive prop. of multiplication
yup yup! https://t.co/F2Zpa1p63F
oh it is a gamechanger; a little semantics goes a long way toward mindset shifting chk out for more on HMW
awesome thanks iteration 2.0
Tell us more! https://t.co/UU8VM4zDj8
A?: exp'd a convo w/3 grds that started w/3 branches of govt and included distributive prop. of multiplication
A5: "Ss define what their future success looks & feels like"
is this your doc? on site?
gotta go "languish in the arms of Morpheus" (Alfred, Batman TV show...he taught me so much!) Thanks all, esp
I struggled at my former school with this. Culture pushed curriculum & disrespected experience. https://t.co/HgynELIdTY
A4 experiences make us who we r. We need 2 slow down more 2 mine exp. 4 opps 4 growth. Learning happens thru exp. not curriculum
Snow Queen? Now I’m even more intrigued! HMW cr8 a DT play session on
We need more intentional listening. Listening to hear & understand not listening to pause & speak.
to explain diff. in political POVs. opp sides want to redistribute resources or raise taxes to increase resources
3rd grade mic drop! https://t.co/U5TlPlhdz0
to explain diff. in political POVs. opp sides want to redistribute resources or raise taxes to increase resources
A6, 2 Discover Point https://t.co/xLUnQFm0bz
Employers want critical thinkers. We need to teach Ss to ask what, why and when in math.
A7 How can Discover Points launch your students into a challenge? Where do U go 2 keep going forward? Next Step?
I'm cross pollinating & tonight bc so much in both! https://t.co/00I4dZvWLx
Even in math, "how might we" sends the msg "there are multiple right ways." SO IMPORTANT!
A6 DT can't be compartmentalized into neat 45min blocks. It's interdisciplinary thinking. Let diverse id… https://t.co/wwC4UoCK0o
A4 Behaviors, & relationships are good DT points for younger students in exploring collaboration/empathy.
Q7 How can Discover Points launch your students into a challenge? Where do U go 2 keep going forward? Next Step?
still finding my ‘official place,’ and best decision 2 leave where I was. Lucky to find the folks during that time!
A7) Discover points lead to curiosity ➡️inquiry ➡️problem-solving ➡️
A7 discover points should elicit strong emotions. Ss create from place of passion not compliance. Ss design w/purpose & intent.
Not sure where this answer fits… I love doing playful challenges 2! Have done 2 Halloween DT challenges w/5th-8th graders!
Phone dying . . power rad mod on tonight!
Omg you guys... I don't know how I used to do ... still making dinner. :-( Miss you guys!
At our retreat this weekend we talked about “We Dos.” Learning together. https://t.co/oYp9HIixDk
. Also love saying "we" instead of "I." We did this. I was scribe, maybe, or the guide, but WE did it.
A7: As long as the Discover Point is something that Ss feel strongly about, I can let them be self-directed and self-paced.
