#ditchbook Archive
#DITCHbook was created by Ditch That Textbook author Matt Miller. The chat focuses on innovative teaching ideas and disrupting standard textbook education.
Thursday June 8, 2017
10:00 PM EDT
craigklement
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Jun 8 @ 10:00 PM EDT
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#ditchbook
participatechat
Jun 8 @ 10:00 PM EDT
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craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:00 PM EDT
Edtech instructional coach in Texas. It was fun planning this chat with
@alicia2joy
! Go follow her
#ditchbook
https://t.co/m59qym4yFc
alicia2joy
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:01 PM EDT
Hi everyone! I'm a middle school teacher from SoCal. :-D
#ditchbook
adamslaine
Jun 8 @ 10:01 PM EDT
Going to check out
#DitchBook
I'm new at this
#educhat
thing
alicia2joy
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:02 PM EDT
Listen to the Stranger Things soundtrack while chatting!
#ditchbook
https://t.co/eKKKdL3vGq
craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:02 PM EDT
Hi Laine, it's real easy. Just respond to Q1 by starting A1 then your answer. Don't forget
#DitchBook
In reply to @adamslaine
rlfreedm
Jun 8 @ 10:02 PM EDT
5th grade T, MA,
#ditchbook
I used
https://t.co/lQpPwnCxsq
2 create
#strangerthings
inspired logo. From the dungeon delvers
@nelsoncash
AnneKamper
Jun 8 @ 10:02 PM EDT
Anne from Garland TX 1:1 Instructional Coach
#ditchbook
can't strangify from my phone š
Ryan7Read
Jun 8 @ 10:02 PM EDT
Ryan from IL,
#STEAM
teacher and I have yet to watch the series. I'm so sad.
https://t.co/iUhYpyslfu
#ditchbook
ItsMrsPenrod
Jun 8 @ 10:02 PM EDT
Krista Penrod frm WI teaching 8th gr ELa. I used
https://t.co/9Xv01pMfop
to create this
#strangerthings
inspired logo.
#ditchbook
alicia2joy
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:03 PM EDT
You can listen to the soundtrack through YouTube or your favorite music service ;-)
#ditchbook
https://t.co/kfnsgLUBic
FHSMrHankins
Jun 8 @ 10:03 PM EDT
Hi everyone, I'm Jessee, a HS social studies teacher from Ohio! Love this show! Can't wait for it to return!
#ditchbook
craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:03 PM EDT
Hey Anne! I didn't check on the phone. It does work on a laptop or iPad
#DitchBook
In reply to @AnneKamper
brianrozinsky
Jun 8 @ 10:03 PM EDT
Hi,
#ditchbook
. I teach MS Ss English in CO. I'm feeling cognitive dissonance because I've been told before, "Don't be a stranger."
alicia2joy
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:03 PM EDT
Welcome Laine! A great time to start! :-)
#ditchbook
In reply to @adamslaine
LScumpieru
Jun 8 @ 10:03 PM EDT
Hello! Summer vacation is back! I can stay up late and sleep in! Lisa Scumpieru 10th grade ELA teacher from Hagerstown, Md.
#Ditchbook
craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:03 PM EDT
It's good, but you will still enjoy the ?'s tonight.
#DitchBook
In reply to @Ryan7Read
craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:04 PM EDT
Hey Krista!
#DitchBook
In reply to @ItsMrsPenrod
craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:04 PM EDT
Here's Q1
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jaballin14
Jun 8 @ 10:04 PM EDT
A A Ron RtI Facilitator from Tx.
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TTmomTT
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:04 PM EDT
Mandi from MO. HS math. I'll have to post my Stranger things intro as soon as I get home.
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FHSMrHankins
Jun 8 @ 10:04 PM EDT
Hi everyone! I'm Jessee, a HS social studies teacher from Ohio! Love watching this show!
#ditchbook
craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:04 PM EDT
Welcome Brian!
#ditchbook
The 'D' in Ditch does stand for different. Just a synonym tonight
In reply to @brianrozinsky
adamslaine
Jun 8 @ 10:05 PM EDT
I'm Laine and I'm a Grad Student in MN!
https://t.co/2DmoLsZxNH
#DitchBook
techamys
Jun 8 @ 10:05 PM EDT
Amy, instructional coach, from Montgomery, TX!
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apbarcenas
Jun 8 @ 10:05 PM EDT
Alberto, TOSA/K-8 Tech Coach from Benicia, CA.
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https://t.co/dcS1Axj7dw
craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:05 PM EDT
Welcome Lisa! Yay for summer break
#DitchBook
In reply to @LScumpieru
Ryan7Read
Jun 8 @ 10:05 PM EDT
If i'm not still looking for a new job, yes.
#DitchBook
In reply to @alicia2joy
techamys
Jun 8 @ 10:05 PM EDT
A1: Classroom twitter account, flexible seating, NO HW!!
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craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:06 PM EDT
A1: ranging from using spaghetti noodles to play doh to side walk chalk to teach my HS geometry class
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TTmomTT
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:06 PM EDT
A1: I do retakes, do-overs, and learning. NOT positive by chasing. That's very different for a lot of classrooms.
#ditchbook
wizardwarren
Jun 8 @ 10:06 PM EDT
Sarah checking in from Colorado
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craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:06 PM EDT
GIF game on point as usual! Hey Aaron
#DitchBook
In reply to @jaballin14
FHSMrHankins
Jun 8 @ 10:06 PM EDT
A1: Sometimes, I make noises when I'm writing or teaching and the kids find it hilarious. It keeps them entertained!
#ditchbook
AnneKamper
Jun 8 @ 10:06 PM EDT
A1: hmmm strange not sure! I myself could be considered the strange thing lol! I hated a quiet classroom
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craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:06 PM EDT
Hey Jesse! Thanks for joining
#DitchBook
In reply to @FHSMrHankins
LScumpieru
Jun 8 @ 10:06 PM EDT
A1: I play songs and high five students when they walk into my room to get them pumped up. āFireworkā and pompoms were fun!
#ditchbook
ItsMrsPenrod
Jun 8 @ 10:07 PM EDT
A1 We cheer every time a student finishes a book, sometimes I sing directions bc I feel like it- Ss love it... trust me š¤£
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craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:04 PM EDT
Here's Q1
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adamslaine
Jun 8 @ 10:07 PM EDT
Laine from MN.
#ditchbook
I used
https://t.co/2DmoLsZxNH
to create this
#strangerthings
inspired logo. From the dungeon delvers
@nelsoncash
craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:07 PM EDT
Howdy Amy!
#ditchbook
In reply to @techamys
rlfreedm
Jun 8 @ 10:07 PM EDT
A1. We sing opera math, Ss have their own conferences, and I allow organized chaos
#ditchbook
TTmomTT
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:07 PM EDT
This was point chasing. Ugh, phone typing.
#DitchBook
techamys
Jun 8 @ 10:07 PM EDT
Hey, Craig!!
#ditchbook
In reply to @craigklement
wizardwarren
Jun 8 @ 10:07 PM EDT
A1 flex seating, practice assignments worth 0 points, something new all the time...
#ditchbook
alicia2joy
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:08 PM EDT
#ditchbook
Fan Art #1
brianrozinsky
Jun 8 @ 10:08 PM EDT
A1 Have been recipient of strange student looks after laughing at puns, whether my own or theirs.
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craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:08 PM EDT
A positive learning environment is huge!
#DitchBook
In reply to @LScumpieru
SteinbrinkLaura
Jun 8 @ 10:08 PM EDT
HS Eng/Tech Coach-MO
#ditchbook
https://t.co/F5sIgmLe0K
to create this
#strangerthings
inspired logo. From the dungeon delvers
@nelsoncash
craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:08 PM EDT
Agreed, one of my favorite chats too!
#ditchbook
In reply to @FHSMrHankins
TTmomTT
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:08 PM EDT
I do practice for 0 points too.
#DitchBook
In reply to @wizardwarren
alicia2joy
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:09 PM EDT
A1: I like to instagram the students shoes.... middle school
#kicks
... they have some good ones!
#DitchBook
In reply to @craigklement
LScumpieru
Jun 8 @ 10:09 PM EDT
A1: I wrote, produced, and sang a rap for the intro. to āThe Crucibleā to explain the Puritans.
https://t.co/WQ8SJinKpT
#ditchbook
DMooreSpanish
Jun 8 @ 10:09 PM EDT
Danielle from chicago
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SteinbrinkLaura
Jun 8 @ 10:09 PM EDT
A1: Engage Ss in strange hallway convos as they pass my door. Love the looks.
#ditchbook
Ryan7Read
Jun 8 @ 10:09 PM EDT
A1: I start lessons off with
#supersons
references and game activities. My kids know more about Superboy and Robin than me
#ditchbook
wizardwarren
Jun 8 @ 10:09 PM EDT
https://t.co/HRk4MLJc6H
Sarah from Colorado - forgot to include my strange name...
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craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:09 PM EDT
Nice! I bet your Ss loved it
#ditchbook
In reply to @LScumpieru
craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:10 PM EDT
Here's Q2
#ditchbook
craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:10 PM EDT
Welcome Danielle!
#DitchBook
In reply to @DMooreSpanish
techamys
Jun 8 @ 10:10 PM EDT
Nice!! Have you heard of
@Flocabulary
Lyric Lab? It's super cool!
#ditchbook
In reply to @LScumpieru, @Flocabulary
KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:10 PM EDT
Karly, TOSA from Concord, CA.Totally tardy to the party! Sorry
#DitchBook
!!!
wizardwarren
Jun 8 @ 10:10 PM EDT
It's definitely a shift for our Ss and Ps, but it feels right
#ditchbook
In reply to @TTmomTT
brianrozinsky
Jun 8 @ 10:10 PM EDT
Opera math?
#ditchbook
In reply to @rlfreedm
emosier3
Jun 8 @ 10:10 PM EDT
Hey,
#ditchbook
! Evan Mosier, 6th grade LA anal Technology Integrationist Lead Teacher from Davenport, IA. Joining late - golfing went late!
apbarcenas
Jun 8 @ 10:10 PM EDT
A1: Gamify class, student-choice/driven lessons & of course
@senorwooly
Fridays.
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jaballin14
Jun 8 @ 10:10 PM EDT
A1: Try something that pushes your comforts zone and the Ss comfort zone to enhance teaching and learning.
#ditchbook
LScumpieru
Jun 8 @ 10:10 PM EDT
I wore my sonās Jordans and a hat with flames and fire socks. Huge hit.
#ditchbook
craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:09 PM EDT
Nice! I bet your Ss loved it
#ditchbook
In reply to @LScumpieru
Ryan7Read
Jun 8 @ 10:11 PM EDT
A2: Direct interaction and collaboration. Amazing learning and understanding and group work develops.
#DitchBook
instruct_edtech
Jun 8 @ 10:11 PM EDT
A1: I take Ss on "field trips" through the hallways as brain breaks and discuss geometry all around them. Tiles, lockers, rafters
#DitchBook
craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:04 PM EDT
Here's Q1
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rlfreedm
Jun 8 @ 10:11 PM EDT
A2. Teaches Ss skills and strategies for how to problem solve. Gamification can offer life experiences
#ditchbook
alicia2joy
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:11 PM EDT
Opera math sounds super fun!
#ditchbook
In reply to @rlfreedm
AnneKamper
Jun 8 @ 10:11 PM EDT
A2: give them something to focus on & goal/milestones to reach for keeping it fun and engaging
#ditchbook
LScumpieru
Jun 8 @ 10:11 PM EDT
Iāll have to check it out. Thank you!
#ditchbook
techamys
Jun 8 @ 10:10 PM EDT
Nice!! Have you heard of
@Flocabulary
Lyric Lab? It's super cool!
#ditchbook
In reply to @LScumpieru, @Flocabulary
KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:11 PM EDT
A1 I sing and dance at totally random times. The kids think I'm crazy. It's fabulous.
#DitchBook
craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:12 PM EDT
Sounds awesome!
#DitchBook
In reply to @apbarcenas, @senorwooly
ItsMrsPenrod
Jun 8 @ 10:12 PM EDT
A2 I just came from a gamification chat- wanting to learn more about it!
#ditchbook
craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:10 PM EDT
Here's Q2
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emosier3
Jun 8 @ 10:12 PM EDT
A1: I have special high fives for Ss. Plus, i enjoy playimg music while they work.
#ditchbook
alicia2joy
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:12 PM EDT
Welcome, Danielle!
#ditchbook
In reply to @DMooreSpanish
FHSMrHankins
Jun 8 @ 10:12 PM EDT
A2: Gamification can help students approach learning positively. When Mario "died," you could always reset and try again.
#ditchbook
craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:12 PM EDT
In the words of
@ShakeUpLearning
, "the magic happens out of our comfort zones"
#DitchBook
In reply to @jaballin14, @ShakeUpLearning
jaballin14
Jun 8 @ 10:13 PM EDT
A2: Perhaps create a learning environment where all students get a voice.
#ditchbook
rlfreedm
Jun 8 @ 10:13 PM EDT
We have been known to flash mob the hallway
#DitchBook
In reply to @KarlyMoura
alicia2joy
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:13 PM EDT
A2: It can create ongoing interest & intrigue w/that class & help students associate those feelings with learning that subject
#DitchBook
In reply to @craigklement
brianrozinsky
Jun 8 @ 10:13 PM EDT
Opera math... Hm, does that mean I can study a shape and calculate its aria? ;)
#ditchbook
In reply to @alicia2joy, @rlfreedm
techamys
Jun 8 @ 10:13 PM EDT
A2: Problem solving at its best! So much more meaningful and engaging!
#ditchbook
wizardwarren
Jun 8 @ 10:13 PM EDT
A2 Gaming attitude is growth mindset - different from traditional school roles
#ditchbook
SteinbrinkLaura
Jun 8 @ 10:13 PM EDT
A2: It keeps engagement going for longer periods and can bring relevance to the subject.
#ditchbook
mathkaveli
Jun 8 @ 10:13 PM EDT
Just got back from run. Sorry I am late
#DitchBook
rlfreedm
Jun 8 @ 10:13 PM EDT
Yes or with a Texan drawl or a British accent. Lots of choices
#DitchBook
In reply to @brianrozinsky
techamys
Jun 8 @ 10:14 PM EDT
Love that point!
#ditchbook
In reply to @FHSMrHankins
LScumpieru
Jun 8 @ 10:14 PM EDT
Yes. I do a lot of PBL and hyperdocs. We also app smash a lot to get them to realize that they have to think outside the box.
#ditchbook
Ryan7Read
Jun 8 @ 10:11 PM EDT
A2: Direct interaction and collaboration. Amazing learning and understanding and group work develops.
#DitchBook
craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:14 PM EDT
I'm working on gamifying PD for my Ts next year. Going to try some badging
#DitchBook
In reply to @ItsMrsPenrod
wizardwarren
Jun 8 @ 10:14 PM EDT
loving the long days!!!
#ditchbook
In reply to @mathkaveli
apbarcenas
Jun 8 @ 10:14 PM EDT
A2: Long term gamification builds trust, collaboration & communication among teams.
#ditchbook
alicia2joy
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:14 PM EDT
haha nice! love that!
#ditchbook
In reply to @LScumpieru
rlfreedm
Jun 8 @ 10:14 PM EDT
Discovered
#hyperdocs
this year. Game changer
#DitchBook
In reply to @LScumpieru
craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:14 PM EDT
Absolutely! Student voice and choice for the win!
#DitchBook
In reply to @jaballin14
alicia2joy
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:14 PM EDT
If I was in your class I would really like that.
#ditchbook
In reply to @instruct_edtech
wizardwarren
Jun 8 @ 10:14 PM EDT
Absolutely agree!
#ditchbook
In reply to @rlfreedm, @LScumpieru
alicia2joy
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:15 PM EDT
#DitchBook
Fan Art #2
massignmenthelp
Jun 8 @ 10:15 PM EDT
10 Lifestyle Tips that can Help College Freshman Save a lot of Money
https://t.co/t4PuIYV8ld
#ditchbook
#moedchat
mathkaveli
Jun 8 @ 10:15 PM EDT
A2 gamification teaches Ss to take risks. Over time it foster curiosity because failure is no longer constraint
#DitchBook
DMooreSpanish
Jun 8 @ 10:15 PM EDT
A2 the longterm teaches responsibility
#ditchbook
CoriOrlando1
Jun 8 @ 10:15 PM EDT
New post-vulnerable post: 'With Full Intent...':
https://t.co/fDrBRWFD8u
#SVTChat
#tlap
#ditchbook
AssignmentHelpN
Jun 8 @ 10:15 PM EDT
8 Easy Ways to Use Growth Mindset Approach in Classroom
https://t.co/9BOim8ka4a
#ditchbook
#moedchat
Ryan7Read
Jun 8 @ 10:15 PM EDT
Yep, yep and yep.
#DitchBook
In reply to @LScumpieru
techamys
Jun 8 @ 10:15 PM EDT
Totally where the magic happens!
#ditchbook
In reply to @craigklement, @jaballin14, @ShakeUpLearning
Ryan7Read
Jun 8 @ 10:15 PM EDT
Where are your
#perlerbeads
?
#ditchbook
In reply to @alicia2joy
craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:15 PM EDT
No worries Jeremiah, glad you could join
#DitchBook
In reply to @mathkaveli
mathkaveli
Jun 8 @ 10:15 PM EDT
Yes lol
#ditchbook
In reply to @craigklement, @jaballin14, @ShakeUpLearning
alicia2joy
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:16 PM EDT
It is hard to match singing and dancing! :-)
#ditchbook
In reply to @KarlyMoura
techamys
Jun 8 @ 10:16 PM EDT
I want to learn more about them!!
#ditchbook
In reply to @rlfreedm, @LScumpieru
rlfreedm
Jun 8 @ 10:16 PM EDT
You can totally shake it like a polaroid picture in math class
#DitchBook
In reply to @alicia2joy, @KarlyMoura
mathkaveli
Jun 8 @ 10:16 PM EDT
A1 I try everything. I don't learn until I try it. So Ss just got used to new things every week
#DitchBook
craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:17 PM EDT
Q3
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polonerd
Jun 8 @ 10:17 PM EDT
Sean from Orland Pk IL. jumping into
#DitchBook
a little late.
Ryan7Read
Jun 8 @ 10:17 PM EDT
My students tell me to stop.
#ditchbook
In reply to @alicia2joy, @KarlyMoura
rlfreedm
Jun 8 @ 10:17 PM EDT
There is a ton of us here to support you!
#DitchBook
In reply to @techamys, @LScumpieru
alicia2joy
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:17 PM EDT
Welcome to
#ditchbook
Jeremiah!
In reply to @mathkaveli
craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:17 PM EDT
I used to tell Ss the best angle to approach a problem is with the "try-angle". Dont be afraid of failure
#ditchbook
In reply to @mathkaveli
AndersonEdTech
Jun 8 @ 10:17 PM EDT
Las Vegas, Dean of Students
#ditchbook
I used
https://t.co/EIM5gBlZEv
to create this
#strangerthings
inspired logo
wizardwarren
Jun 8 @ 10:17 PM EDT
Have you gone to
https://t.co/8CFtba7dL3
or read the HyperDocs Handbook?
#ditchbook
In reply to @techamys, @rlfreedm, @LScumpieru
techamys
Jun 8 @ 10:17 PM EDT
#PLN
at its finest!!
#ditchbook
In reply to @rlfreedm, @LScumpieru
rlfreedm
Jun 8 @ 10:17 PM EDT
Yes to both!
#DitchBook
In reply to @wizardwarren, @techamys, @LScumpieru
mathkaveli
Jun 8 @ 10:17 PM EDT
Yes gamification also gives corrective instant feedback
#ditchbook
In reply to @AnneKamper
techamys
Jun 8 @ 10:17 PM EDT
I haven't!! TY so much!
#ditchbook
In reply to @wizardwarren, @rlfreedm, @LScumpieru
Ryan7Read
Jun 8 @ 10:17 PM EDT
A3: Since day 1, I refuse to be boring or another one of the crowd. I step outside my comfort zone and my Ss & Ts have benefited.
#ditchbook
rlfreedm
Jun 8 @ 10:17 PM EDT
I have been presenting about them this year! Been fun!
#DitchBook
In reply to @wizardwarren, @techamys, @LScumpieru
craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:17 PM EDT
Yay, Sean's here
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In reply to @polonerd
TTmomTT
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:18 PM EDT
We do Dance Dance Transversals in Geometry and Transformations Dance Party in Algebra 1.
#DitchBook
In reply to @rlfreedm, @alicia2joy, @KarlyMoura
Ryan7Read
Jun 8 @ 10:18 PM EDT
Greetings Sean.
#ditchbook
In reply to @polonerd
KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:18 PM EDT
Yup I get the same. A first grader grader last year actually begged me to never dance again š
#ditchbook
In reply to @Ryan7Read, @alicia2joy
mathkaveli
Jun 8 @ 10:18 PM EDT
I wish this was norm and those that didn't sing and dance were the odd ones
#ditchbook
In reply to @KarlyMoura
alicia2joy
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:18 PM EDT
A3: In one class I've tried to point out the benefits of video games and that has led to more trust in student relationships
#DitchBook
In reply to @craigklement
Ryan7Read
Jun 8 @ 10:18 PM EDT
I started singing songs and they went: "Mr. Read, you are strangely on key."
#ditchbook
In reply to @KarlyMoura, @alicia2joy
DMooreSpanish
Jun 8 @ 10:19 PM EDT
A3 i do a rogue flipped classroom. Only
@_on11
gets it. But Ss get so much more out of our class because of the strangeness
#ditchbook
rlfreedm
Jun 8 @ 10:19 PM EDT
A3. Ss take risks, advocate, see world w/ open eyes, curious, know ok to make a mistake, learn, discover. I am who I am for them.
#DitchBook
wizardwarren
Jun 8 @ 10:19 PM EDT
YES! So important to take risks, sometimes we overthink and overplan - leave Ss out of the process...
#ditchbook
mathkaveli
Jun 8 @ 10:16 PM EDT
A1 I try everything. I don't learn until I try it. So Ss just got used to new things every week
#DitchBook
craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:19 PM EDT
A3: I wouldn't let Ss tell me they aren't good at math or weren't a "math person". Have a growth mindset
#DitchBook
LScumpieru
Jun 8 @ 10:19 PM EDT
A3: I have to agree with
@Ryan7Read
! I stepped out of my comfort zone this year and it has made me a better teacher and person.
#ditchbook
brianrozinsky
Jun 8 @ 10:19 PM EDT
I like it. Lesser person might comment that failure can sometimes feel acute, but such short-term views end up sounding obtuse.
#ditchbook
In reply to @craigklement, @mathkaveli
KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:19 PM EDT
Ohhhhh you're in the right place to learn about
#HyperDocs
!
#ditchbook
In reply to @techamys, @wizardwarren, @rlfreedm, @LScumpieru
AndersonEdTech
Jun 8 @ 10:19 PM EDT
A1: I ALWAYS have music going in my office, most often the SIriusXM channels Lithium, CLassic Vinyl, or Turbo
#ditchbook
craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:04 PM EDT
Here's Q1
#ditchbook
rlfreedm
Jun 8 @ 10:19 PM EDT
I wish I could carry a tune!
#DitchBook
In reply to @KarlyMoura, @Ryan7Read, @alicia2joy
TTmomTT
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:19 PM EDT
A3: Test re-takes, practice not HW, and grading by standards have all been persistent efforts but good for Ss.
#DitchBook
mathkaveli
Jun 8 @ 10:19 PM EDT
Thank
#ditchbook
In reply to @craigklement
rlfreedm
Jun 8 @ 10:20 PM EDT
We do disco geometry
#DitchBook
In reply to @TTmomTT, @alicia2joy, @KarlyMoura
craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:20 PM EDT
Have you ever used Pac-man to teach transformations?
#DitchBook
In reply to @TTmomTT, @rlfreedm, @alicia2joy, @KarlyMoura
polonerd
Jun 8 @ 10:20 PM EDT
Wish my family said that when I came home every night.
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In reply to @craigklement
Ryan7Read
Jun 8 @ 10:20 PM EDT
I use to be in choir and community theatre, so I have church at least.
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In reply to @rlfreedm, @KarlyMoura, @alicia2joy
FHSMrHankins
Jun 8 @ 10:20 PM EDT
A3: I always wanted to try new things. I worked to be active in always teaching a lesson a different the next time I taught it.
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mathkaveli
Jun 8 @ 10:20 PM EDT
Don't know why keep writing hashtag as ditchboom
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Ryan7Read
Jun 8 @ 10:20 PM EDT
Mine go: "oh, he's home."
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In reply to @polonerd, @craigklement
TTmomTT
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:20 PM EDT
Ooo, you'll have to share that one with me!
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In reply to @rlfreedm, @alicia2joy, @KarlyMoura
wizardwarren
Jun 8 @ 10:20 PM EDT
We do Simon Says to learn anatomical terms and symmetry!
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In reply to @TTmomTT, @rlfreedm, @alicia2joy, @KarlyMoura
ItsMrsPenrod
Jun 8 @ 10:20 PM EDT
A3 This year I started asking A LOT of questions about curriculum & whether it is best for Ss
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craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:17 PM EDT
Q3
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instruct_edtech
Jun 8 @ 10:21 PM EDT
A3: multiple DonorsChoose attempts got my Ss Ollie robots and programmable drone.
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craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:17 PM EDT
Q3
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alicia2joy
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:21 PM EDT
YES! Music possibilities are endless!
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In reply to @AndersonEdTech
LScumpieru
Jun 8 @ 10:21 PM EDT
A3: I share my successes and failures with Ss and Ts. I think it makes everyone have that
#growthmindset
.
#failforward
#ditchbook
AndersonEdTech
Jun 8 @ 10:21 PM EDT
A2:Gamifying the classroom is a sneaky way of tricking Ss into learning while they have fun, they don't even know most of time
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craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:10 PM EDT
Here's Q2
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KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:21 PM EDT
Right? We have a dance party every Friday
@SunTerrace1
it is Ahhhhhmazing.
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In reply to @mathkaveli, @SunTerrace1
TTmomTT
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:21 PM EDT
No, but that sound cool! I used Google Drawing tools this year and then I have a bitmoji transformation project that I LOVE.
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In reply to @craigklement, @rlfreedm, @alicia2joy, @KarlyMoura
mathkaveli
Jun 8 @ 10:21 PM EDT
Yes
@robertkaplinsky
lesson is perfect for all 3 types
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In reply to @craigklement, @TTmomTT, @rlfreedm, @alicia2joy, @KarlyMoura, @robertkaplinsky
craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:21 PM EDT
Luckily, mine love it when I come home. I get trounced every day
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In reply to @Ryan7Read, @polonerd
PegGrafwallner
Jun 8 @ 10:21 PM EDT
Peg, Instructional Coach/Reading Specialist, too late for
#ditchbook
?
techamys
Jun 8 @ 10:21 PM EDT
Q3: We are asking our students to get uncomfortable and take risks in the classroom all the time! We have to model it often!
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KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:21 PM EDT
Ha!
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In reply to @Ryan7Read, @alicia2joy
SteinbrinkLaura
Jun 8 @ 10:21 PM EDT
A3: Have always been different. Am fearless to try & do as long as Ss learn. I ditched techbooks on day one of teaching-1995.
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AndersonEdTech
Jun 8 @ 10:21 PM EDT
As an admin now, I don't have Ss in there constantly, but I can expose them to something they may not be listening to regularly
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In reply to @alicia2joy
FHSMrHankins
Jun 8 @ 10:21 PM EDT
I have students who tell me they aren't good at history many times. I tell them that they are b/c they can read, write & think!
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In reply to @craigklement
alicia2joy
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:22 PM EDT
#DitchBook
Fan Art #3
rlfreedm
Jun 8 @ 10:22 PM EDT
Simple. Ss call out geometry vocab while dancing to disco music. Need to make the shapes, prove the concepts, etc.
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In reply to @TTmomTT, @alicia2joy, @KarlyMoura
craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:22 PM EDT
Right on! We teach Ss not curriculum
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In reply to @ItsMrsPenrod
brianrozinsky
Jun 8 @ 10:22 PM EDT
To what extent, Krista, have satisfying answers been forthcoming?
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In reply to @ItsMrsPenrod
polonerd
Jun 8 @ 10:22 PM EDT
3 teenagers here. I know they love me, but I'm not a SnapChat filter or anything.
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In reply to @craigklement, @Ryan7Read
LScumpieru
Jun 8 @ 10:23 PM EDT
Me too! Iāve taught for 23 years and Iāve never taught the same each year. Mix it up! Ditch that lesson plan book
@jmattmiller
?
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FHSMrHankins
Jun 8 @ 10:20 PM EDT
A3: I always wanted to try new things. I worked to be active in always teaching a lesson a different the next time I taught it.
#ditchbook
TTmomTT
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:23 PM EDT
I've started doing the same. It's way past time for a change!
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In reply to @ItsMrsPenrod
craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:23 PM EDT
I've got 4 under 7. I'll enjoy it while it lasts
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In reply to @polonerd, @Ryan7Read
jaballin14
Jun 8 @ 10:23 PM EDT
A3: We need Ts that have different and strange approaches to teaching and learning today. Ss need this level of engagement.
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techamys
Jun 8 @ 10:23 PM EDT
Good for you! Always do what's best for kids!
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In reply to @ItsMrsPenrod
mathkaveli
Jun 8 @ 10:23 PM EDT
Lol yeah. Mine are fully included in the craziness
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In reply to @wizardwarren
AndersonEdTech
Jun 8 @ 10:23 PM EDT
A3: I was the first T at my last school to use
#GoogleClassroom
, Ss hated it at first, but then annoyed other Ts to get on board
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craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:17 PM EDT
Q3
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craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:24 PM EDT
And Q4
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emosier3
Jun 8 @ 10:24 PM EDT
A3: Consistently changing S's mindset tjst they aren't good at writing, reading, etc. Each S has unique talents & capabilities
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apbarcenas
Jun 8 @ 10:24 PM EDT
A3: Introducing 20% proj. Ss free to drive instruction w/ interest/choice. Easily fav day of week for Ss/T.
#ditchbook
BretMistergesl
Jun 8 @ 10:24 PM EDT
Q3-Using
#makered
principles with teaching English to
#ELLs
-helped my Ss see they can be in charge of their own learning
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polonerd
Jun 8 @ 10:24 PM EDT
I like what I see from the teachers that graduate from their program - pretty progressive. Not sitting in rows & doing worksheets
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In reply to @MaggieMaslowski
craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:24 PM EDT
Hoping for similar outcome with badging for Ts this year and posting them on every Ts door
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In reply to @AndersonEdTech
alicia2joy
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:25 PM EDT
A4: Hamilton!!! I am in awe at how sharing this common interest w/other student fans gave opportunities to relate more deeply.
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In reply to @craigklement
PegGrafwallner
Jun 8 @ 10:25 PM EDT
A3 I've been gently prodding & encouraging Ts to move out of what they have always done into what can we do? Let's shake it up!
#ditchbook
FHSMrHankins
Jun 8 @ 10:25 PM EDT
A4: Students love gaming and socialization. They need to be able to discuss and interact with each other. No industrial seating!
#ditchbook
Ryan7Read
Jun 8 @ 10:25 PM EDT
A4: Shoes, they love shoes I have had them make animation,
#hyperdocs
,
#NBAfinals
and more using shoes!
#DitchBook
rlfreedm
Jun 8 @ 10:25 PM EDT
We just created a Rock Revolution like
@HamiltonMusical
! Ss wrote raps and songs about Amer Rev and performed at council on aging
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In reply to @alicia2joy, @craigklement, @HamiltonMusical
craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:25 PM EDT
Nope, welcome Peg!
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In reply to @PegGrafwallner
emosier3
Jun 8 @ 10:25 PM EDT
My kids are usually happy to see me. The better half usually starts informing me of the to-do list!
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In reply to @polonerd, @craigklement, @Ryan7Read
techamys
Jun 8 @ 10:25 PM EDT
It's sounds like we have some singers in the house tonight! Check this
@flipgrid
out by
@ClaudioZavalaJr
#singasong
#ditchbook
alicia2joy
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:26 PM EDT
I am really hoping to start 20% proj next year! Makes me so excited! HOw has it been going for you?
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In reply to @apbarcenas
LScumpieru
Jun 8 @ 10:26 PM EDT
A4: I had Ss write passion blogs. Wow! I got to know them and see how it transformed their writing style.
#ditchbook
techamys
Jun 8 @ 10:26 PM EDT
So cool!!
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In reply to @rlfreedm, @alicia2joy, @craigklement, @HamiltonMusical
DMooreSpanish
Jun 8 @ 10:26 PM EDT
A4 memes, youtubers and social media. These are musts to hack for Ss
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BretMistergesl
Jun 8 @ 10:26 PM EDT
Love it!
#ditchbook
applied to routine!
In reply to @mathkaveli
alicia2joy
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:26 PM EDT
How so with the NBA Finals?
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In reply to @Ryan7Read
Ryan7Read
Jun 8 @ 10:27 PM EDT
what shoes would they choose for better performance, how many pairs do they burn out.
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In reply to @alicia2joy
alicia2joy
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:27 PM EDT
Wut?!!! Sounds amazing!
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In reply to @rlfreedm, @craigklement, @HamiltonMusical
brianrozinsky
Jun 8 @ 10:27 PM EDT
Yeah, YouTube feels like a trope of tropes.
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In reply to @DMooreSpanish
polonerd
Jun 8 @ 10:27 PM EDT
A3 When I started at our school 16 yrs ago, there were only 2 of us in my dept not standing at a podium all day Never traditional
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DMooreSpanish
Jun 8 @ 10:27 PM EDT
A4b one of my classes wanted to start a vlog channel. They wanted me to do all the editing :(
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craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:27 PM EDT
Memes and GIFs can really have a huge impact
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In reply to @DMooreSpanish
SteinbrinkLaura
Jun 8 @ 10:27 PM EDT
A4: March Madness! Made mythology brackets during March Madness. If character died=lost. Both died or lived=rolled to see winner.
#ditchbook
AndersonEdTech
Jun 8 @ 10:27 PM EDT
A4: still listen to new rock/metal, Ss faces light up when I see a band shirt, comment on it, tell them that I've seen them, etc.
#ditchbook
craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:24 PM EDT
And Q4
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techamys
Jun 8 @ 10:28 PM EDT
I was just about to say memes!! Ss love them!!
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In reply to @DMooreSpanish
TTmomTT
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:28 PM EDT
A4: Sadly, you need to spend time on Buzz Feed and Tumblr. My Ss are sometimes shocked that when I say things from there.
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craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:28 PM EDT
Would you buy the new BBB shoes for $495 and why/why not?
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In reply to @Ryan7Read, @alicia2joy
rlfreedm
Jun 8 @ 10:28 PM EDT
A4. Mystery Skypes, blogging, recess, You Tube, science experiments, book bracket challenge, recess, the great debate, recess
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LScumpieru
Jun 8 @ 10:28 PM EDT
A4: I also had Ss write eyewitness accounts of where they were when Caesar was stabbed. They read their accounts on
@flipgrid
.
#ditchbook
brianrozinsky
Jun 8 @ 10:28 PM EDT
DitchPodium? Or re-purpose for off-label applications?
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In reply to @polonerd
rlfreedm
Jun 8 @ 10:29 PM EDT
It was a lot of fun. Cable access came too.
#DitchBook
In reply to @alicia2joy, @craigklement, @HamiltonMusical
SteinbrinkLaura
Jun 8 @ 10:29 PM EDT
A4b: Also in mythology, Ss wrote and performed songs for "Oedipus Rex" movie soundtrack.
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Ryan7Read
Jun 8 @ 10:29 PM EDT
#ditchbook
In reply to @craigklement, @DMooreSpanish
polonerd
Jun 8 @ 10:29 PM EDT
Great way to create reflections. Give Ss a set of 6-8 pics to choose from (to save time) & submit to
@padlet
wall
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In reply to @techamys, @DMooreSpanish, @padlet
TTmomTT
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:29 PM EDT
My personal children get
@lootcrate
and I always comment when I see a shirt or sticker on another S.
#NerdTalk
#DitchBook
In reply to @AndersonEdTech, @lootcrate
AndersonEdTech
Jun 8 @ 10:29 PM EDT
I did a similar project I called You Are There that connected historical events to modern media techniques
#ditchbook
In reply to @LScumpieru, @flipgrid
Ryan7Read
Jun 8 @ 10:29 PM EDT
Now you are getting it.
#ditchbook
In reply to @craigklement, @alicia2joy
craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:29 PM EDT
A4: important for Ts to make learning relevant. Use fidget spinners, Salt bae, Catch me outside girl, etc.
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craigklement
- Moderator
Jun 8 @ 10:30 PM EDT
We DO have some BONUS questions to keep the great conversation going!
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