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TweetChat Apr 4 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Here's the Monday night 8PM lineup: #VAChat #MMChat #LearnLap #foodiechats https://t.co/gbQGgmxc8F

PaulSolarz - Moderator Apr 4 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Please take a moment to introduce yourselves to the group. #LearnLAP Here are the questions: https://t.co/vO4dKCv5y6

PaulSolarz - Moderator Apr 4 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Welcome to this week's #LearnLAP chat! I'm Paul Solarz & I'll be moderating this evening. Tonight's theme is MLB's Opening Night! #GoCubsGo

MrBarry628 Apr 4 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Hey Gang! Matt from ATL, Ga here - 8th Gr. US History teacher! Glad to be here (for a smidge) with y'all #LearnLAP

cybraryman1 Apr 4 @ 8:02 PM EDT

.@PaulSolarz My Learning with Baseball page https://t.co/5NlU9b3Qrt #LearnLAP for #4thchat I have Baseball Poetry https://t.co/lXmAcNCw8g

tweetjre Apr 4 @ 8:02 PM EDT

#LearnLAP Jessie Erickson, 5th grade, Grand Forks, ND. Tweeting and walking - could be dangerous!

PaulSolarz - Moderator Apr 4 @ 8:02 PM EDT

@tweetjre Be careful!!! :) #LearnLAP

kylemoix Apr 4 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hello! I'm Kyle from AR, and an aspiring Social Studies teacher. Will mostly be lurking and learning! #LearnLAP

SparkyTeaching Apr 4 @ 8:02 PM EDT

For those that value character & nurture the important stuff https://t.co/TebA9kP4Et #CelebrateMonday #LearnLAP https://t.co/DcCNWNNDyj

Elementarist Apr 4 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Hello #4thchat! Jamie from KY. New 4th grade teacher dropping by while also checking in on #learnLAP. It's spring break here!

sarahmdarnell Apr 4 @ 8:03 PM EDT

#LearnLAP Sarah Darnell from Southern Indiana. I teach 4/5 Gifted.

teach1991 - Moderator Apr 4 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Melissa, fifth grade teacher from MA. Play ball! #learnlap

boose_inator Apr 4 @ 8:03 PM EDT

#LearnLAP Marnai, 3rd gr, fresh home from #ASCD16 and ready to continue the networking from here!

pjcerullo Apr 4 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Hi! I'm Phil; an excited 5th Grade Teacher from NJ. #LearnLAP

kylemoix Apr 4 @ 8:03 PM EDT

A2. From my POV (a student teacher), I would encourage teachers to give more power over learning to the students. #LearnLAP

VanHal07 Apr 4 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Vanessa, #mathed graduate student from SK. #learnlap

Beyond_the_Desk Apr 4 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Katie, jr high Title 1 teacher, Indiana. Getting kids to bed. #LearnLAP

PaulSolarz - Moderator Apr 4 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Question 1 is on the way in one minute... #LearnLAP

Elementarist Apr 4 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Hello #LearnLAP! Monday night soccer got cancelled, so here I am to talk about baseball! Jamie, new 4th grade T in Ky.

StefaniePitzer Apr 4 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Greetings #LearnLAP I'm Stefanie from Peoria, IL and I teach 2nd grade!

Foodiechats Apr 4 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Live. RT @TweetChat: Here’s the Monday night 8PM lineup: #VAChat #MMChat #LearnLap #foodiechats https://t.co/UkLHMSGTFC

teach1991 - Moderator Apr 4 @ 8:04 PM EDT

@PaulSolarz Glad to be seen. Papers to grade, but plugging in for a bit. #LearnLAP

tweetjre Apr 4 @ 8:04 PM EDT

@boose_inator Jealous!! Good for you! #LearnLAP

specialtechie Apr 4 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Hi #learnlap Glad to finally join. It's been a while. Pam, PL& Sped teacher, Charleston, SC,

PaulSolarz - Moderator Apr 4 @ 8:05 PM EDT

QUESTION 1: (See image). #LearnLAP https://t.co/hSoEQDy80X

jbrunettinc Apr 4 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Jennifer from NC , 5th grade teacher at an independent school #learnlap

docvs1 Apr 4 @ 8:05 PM EDT

The doc is in, from tampa, fl. ESE lead teacher at all boys public title I Middle school. #learnlap

Elementarist Apr 4 @ 8:06 PM EDT

A1 I began the year focusing on mindfulness and mindset, along with seeing each other's strength in order to build community #LearnLAP

urbie Apr 4 @ 8:06 PM EDT

#LearnLAP urbie, instructional designer from out Arizona way.. Presently doing hard-time as a broadcast n video project manager..

cybraryman1 Apr 4 @ 8:06 PM EDT

A1 My Building Community in the Classroom page https://t.co/vlpT9tFfv8 #LearnLAP

gracesalguero Apr 4 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Hello #LearnLAP. Grace, 3rd grade teacher from Texas

andreakornowski Apr 4 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Andrea, HS Science from WI. Definitely a Brewers Fan! #LearnLAP

pjcerullo Apr 4 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1: A Me bag on the first day rocks. Ss get a chance to share things about themselves and connect with others. I do one as well #LearnLAP

urbie Apr 4 @ 8:07 PM EDT

MT @elearning: How Can Skeuomorphic Design Help Build Better #Elearning? https://t.co/vjb58nr3Lh https://t.co/BedOHceyGe #LearnLAP

sarahmdarnell Apr 4 @ 8:07 PM EDT

I like to start yr off with team building activities. This year I also started off reading Wonder and it was a great springboard. #LearnLAP

GoliadHS Apr 4 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Smile even though it is not Dec. Name game from capturing kids heart the first day! Give ownership as well social contract #LearnLAP

KristanRooke Apr 4 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Kristan from Northwestern Ontario. Grade 6/7/8 #LearnLAP

jbrunettinc Apr 4 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1-We take it slow at first to set up routines and expectations. Stress KINDNESS! #learnlap

pjcerullo Apr 4 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1: I also started doing a STEM activity as well. It gets the ss collaborating and thinking outside the box #LearnLAP

andreakornowski Apr 4 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1: Important to take the time to build culture up front. Well worth the investment. Share a bit about me, invite Ss to share. #LearnLAP

docvs1 Apr 4 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1: a little @burgessdave team challenges, set tone of team #learnlap need to step up my game. Got to get co-teachers on board

AngieGraddy Apr 4 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Hey all! Angie from Indiana. 1st grade. Just here to ease drop and learn 😃. #LearnLAP

StefaniePitzer Apr 4 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1: #tlap ing it up! My husband takes Ss pics, play dough, butterfly art, &Ss bring in frame pic of family #LearnLAP https://t.co/avNf6g1D8r

tweetjre Apr 4 @ 8:08 PM EDT

#LearnLAP I collect a lot of info on my Ss. On first day, we celebrate differences - sit in circle and pass our shoes to the L - right fit.

Elementarist Apr 4 @ 8:08 PM EDT

@sarahmdarnell Love this book, and hoping to use it to launch next year #LearnLAP

andreakornowski Apr 4 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1: A speed dating activity always makes for a great way to get Ss to know one another. #LearnLAP

christine7429 Apr 4 @ 8:08 PM EDT

@#LearnLAP Christine Shaw from NH, but teaching 4th grade special education in MA.

PaulSolarz - Moderator Apr 4 @ 8:08 PM EDT

SO TRUE! #LearnLAP https://t.co/KHdlW1nnEn

andreakornowski Apr 4 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1: Important to take the time to build culture up front. Well worth the investment. Share a bit about me, invite Ss to share. #LearnLAP

DeHelmer Apr 4 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Smile even though it is not Dec. Name game from capturing kids heart the first day! Give ownership as well social contract #LearnLAP

KristanRooke Apr 4 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1: Started with a post it note activity that outlined our goals for the year and then wk of inspirational math from @joboaler #LearnLAP

Elementarist Apr 4 @ 8:09 PM EDT

@jbrunettinc understanding that you "go slow, to go fast" was key to getting my 1st year off to good start #LearnLAP

MrBarry628 Apr 4 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: First day we have a "US Geo" Quiz where the Ss draw the USA freehand - its hilarious..Then TIES! #LearnLAP https://t.co/ozq5Iz5YfB

boose_inator Apr 4 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1. We start w/ lots of team-building activities; Ss learn to rely on one another to solve probs, making mistakes is encouraged. #LearnLAP

JenBearden Apr 4 @ 8:09 PM EDT

ICYMI: Just Blogged: Top 5 Reasons Why Twitter Makes Me a Better Teacher https://t.co/h6z4ib8VXV #NT2tEU #LearnLap #tlap #edchat #ksdpd

sarahmdarnell Apr 4 @ 8:09 PM EDT

@Elementarist Aside from #LearnLAP book, Jen Runde from Runde's Room blog has a ton of great Wonder resources.

CarrieCormack Apr 4 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Carrie Cormack, Texas, 4th grade teacher #LearnLAP

andreakornowski Apr 4 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1:Study the seating chart to get to know their names before they come in.I did this with staff names on school website = SUCCESS. #LearnLAP

operiumj Apr 4 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Operium, K teacher joining in late. A1: Ss create an All About Me pic collage to share with the class. #LearnLAP

Beyond_the_Desk Apr 4 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1: welcoming room. Don't lecture abt procedures/rules. Play a #Kahoot instead! Silly getting 2 know u ?s #LearnLAP https://t.co/x3d3j7ZDBl

oonziela Apr 4 @ 8:10 PM EDT

First blog post of April: "True Confessions: I Have FOMOOB" https://t.co/bR4HO6BcLp #sdocedchat #bfc530 #booklove #tlap #learnlap #weirded

andreakornowski Apr 4 @ 8:10 PM EDT

@MrBarry628 And the next step would be to have the class vote...and have one printed :) #LearnLAP

MrsSokolowski Apr 4 @ 8:10 PM EDT

#LearnLAP Jumping in for a little bit! Kathleen, 3rd grade T, NY

AngieGraddy Apr 4 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1. Jump right in to routines, lots of getting to know you activities. Establish boundaries and ignite energy and some crazy. #LearnLAP

andreakornowski Apr 4 @ 8:10 PM EDT

@Beyond_the_Desk I completely agree...Ss should help develop classroom norms and expectations...with memes? #LearnLAP

KristanRooke Apr 4 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1: had same students as last yr- lots of convos about summer holidays rather than get to know you activities #LearnLAP

CarrieCormack Apr 4 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1: all about me poster! I have one, the kids love learning about me, as I do in return! #LearnLAP

Elementarist Apr 4 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1 - established a Morning Mtng routine, daily opportunity to connect #LearnLAP used @responsiveclass materials 1st 6-wks & Morn Mtng Book

OAP_ART Apr 4 @ 8:11 PM EDT

@PaulSolarz @burgessdave #learnLAP Q1 Whole brain teaching! https://t.co/q8WAx8uhcd

tweetjre Apr 4 @ 8:11 PM EDT

#LearnLAP we also do some collaborative team building. Find Someone Who, bday logic Lin-up, marshmallow challenge, buddy interview.

cybraryman1 Apr 4 @ 8:11 PM EDT

My Learn Your Students' Names page https://t.co/xzOpIswd8H & Organizing pages https://t.co/8NQib9VYBe #LearnLAP https://t.co/a3aIePz19f

andreakornowski Apr 4 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1:Study the seating chart to get to know their names before they come in.I did this with staff names on school website = SUCCESS. #LearnLAP

pjcerullo Apr 4 @ 8:11 PM EDT

@Beyond_the_Desk My ss love #kahoot. I found it in October; so maybe next year. #LearnLAP

gracesalguero Apr 4 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1 I start of the year goal setting with my ss. Pointing out strengths and what we need to improve on. #LearnLAP

CarrieCormack Apr 4 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1: group puzzles, they cannot talk, they do not know the picture, just collaborate! #LearnLAP

PaulSolarz - Moderator Apr 4 @ 8:12 PM EDT

QUESTION 2: (See image). #LearnLAP https://t.co/n7WjoSd606

MrsSokolowski Apr 4 @ 8:12 PM EDT

@Beyond_the_Desk Your room is incredible!! #LearnLAP

Beyond_the_Desk Apr 4 @ 8:12 PM EDT

@andreakornowski LOVE memes! I have meme hall passes and study tip posters ;) #LearnLAP

MrsSokolowski Apr 4 @ 8:12 PM EDT

@PaulSolarz Glad to be here Paul! #LearnLAP

kylemoix Apr 4 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Sorry, jumped the gun a little on this one! #LearnLAP https://t.co/1ryTgZAo0i

kylemoix Apr 4 @ 8:03 PM EDT

A2. From my POV (a student teacher), I would encourage teachers to give more power over learning to the students. #LearnLAP

StefaniePitzer Apr 4 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1: Also book tasting, compare good fit books to shoes, revise/Royal purple pen &decorate writing journals #LearnLAP https://t.co/mRrOvRuU7B

Elementarist Apr 4 @ 8:12 PM EDT

@sarahmdarnell thanks! Loved reading it myself, excited to share it with students. #LearnLAP

andreakornowski Apr 4 @ 8:13 PM EDT

"Seating Challenge" from @SciTeach7Davis where Ss given a prompt on the board and reorganize based on prompt, bday, phone digits. #LearnLAP

abe_hege Apr 4 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A1 : 1st ? I said, "Who thinks school is boring!?" Ss would raise their hand & I'd SELL them on THIS would be the best yr EVER! #LearnLAP

cybraryman1 Apr 4 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Too many great chats at the same time. #Celebrate Monday with #LearnLAP #4thchat #edtechchat + Chat Schedule https://t.co/mGcagX8JpP

MrBarry628 Apr 4 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A2: See if we as the teachers are on the "same page" with our delivery, our style, our assignments/assessments etc. #LearnLAP then grow

andreakornowski Apr 4 @ 8:13 PM EDT

@Beyond_the_Desk Love the hall passes! that's an original! and to have Ss design them :) #LearnLAP

CarrieCormack Apr 4 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A2: Do we stand to answer? #LearnLAP

mrterborg Apr 4 @ 8:14 PM EDT

#learnlap Mike from MD - ES Librarian Lurking around thinking of playing more.

teach1991 - Moderator Apr 4 @ 8:14 PM EDT

@PaulSolarz Hand them Teach Like a Pirate, Learn Like a Pirate and books by @donalynbooks for starts. Have done it many times! #LearnLAP

Beyond_the_Desk Apr 4 @ 8:14 PM EDT

@pjcerullo I give the Kahoot be4 they really know the answers, & we talk thru any missed. silly answers and trivia abt me 2. #LearnLAP

MrsSokolowski Apr 4 @ 8:14 PM EDT

@PaulSolarz #LearnLAP A2 Would love other Ts to embrace tech & the connections possible for learning outside school walls!

andreakornowski Apr 4 @ 8:14 PM EDT

@MrBarry628 because you definitely need another tie! #LearnLAP

boose_inator Apr 4 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A2. Where do I start?! Inquiry, STEM, inquiry... #LearnLAP

Beyond_the_Desk Apr 4 @ 8:14 PM EDT

@MrsSokolowski Thanks! It's our happy place :) #LearnLAP

sarahmdarnell Apr 4 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A2: I try to encourage other teachers to step out from behind the podium and leave lecturing and get the kids out of their desks. #LearnLAP

phhscience Apr 4 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Building the Tt - Ss relationship is important in the learning process-trust goes a long way #LearnLap

tweetjre Apr 4 @ 8:15 PM EDT

#LearnLAP love rdg from an old organic chem college text to demonstrate right fit in reading.

urbie Apr 4 @ 8:15 PM EDT

#learnlap A1 Home movie planning.. What'd you do for summer/spring break? https://t.co/Us47ATh2CQ

andreakornowski Apr 4 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2: Innovative ways of teaching and learning in an effort to personalize. #LearnLAP

docvs1 Apr 4 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2: I talked about in preplanning & given your book to co-teachers, but I don't have a S centered room yet #learnlap. Model in your room

Beyond_the_Desk Apr 4 @ 8:16 PM EDT

@sarahmdarnell AMEN!! #LearnLAP

KristanRooke Apr 4 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: Inquiry and Cross-Curricular #LearnLAP

MrBarry628 Apr 4 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: I'd want to see where the real "Tech" use is in the school & how we can work together on using it #LearnLAP

LauraGWillis Apr 4 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: I would encourage a difficult, but powerful thing: step away from the helm & let the students take you into uncharted waters. #learnlap

pjcerullo Apr 4 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: I would steer them into hands-on learning. The ss are more engaged in these activities. Don’t forget Arts Infused! #LearnLAP

abe_hege Apr 4 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2 - Tell Ts to cut the red tape & let loose and be the like the Ts they use to love! Change is inevitable, GROWTH is optional! #LearnLAP

Elementarist Apr 4 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2 towards really REALLY seeing their students, and using that compassion and relationship to support their success #LearnLAP

Peebles142 Apr 4 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2 I would steer them towards finding as many ways as possible to incorporate Ss voice+choice in their lessons+peer collaboration #LearnLAP

therowdykidsin3 Apr 4 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Hi! Amy Sellars, 3rd grade teacher in Pensacola, Fl! #LearnLAP

OAP_ART Apr 4 @ 8:17 PM EDT

@PaulSolarz @burgessdave #LearnLAP Q2 Art Crit Scavenger hunt was a perfect vocab review today! https://t.co/t4dHsaIuGO

StefaniePitzer Apr 4 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: I speak pirate & basically tell them to read all the "laps" #learnlap #tlap #XPlap #playlap I find ways to incorporate into every convo!

Beyond_the_Desk Apr 4 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: Please, finally, LET GO OF TEACHER-AS-SAGE-ON-STAGE model! PLEASE!! #LearnLAP

MGrundel Apr 4 @ 8:17 PM EDT

Mark G, southern NJ, 5th grade Teacher, looking to #LearnLAP

gracesalguero Apr 4 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2 I would encourage them to try a more student lead classroom. Ss actively collaborating; teacher observing facilitating. #LearnLAP

AngieGraddy Apr 4 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2. Less worksheets, more STEM, more coding, more engaging activities. #LearnLAP

specialtechie Apr 4 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2: Start with letting them help make SOP's for the class routines, Morning Meetings, reflection, Give them some voice & choice. #LearnLAP

andreakornowski Apr 4 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2: Have Ss provide feedback for Ts on a regular basis about their experience. Give Ss opportunities to explore and imagine. #LearnLAP

Mr_Ullman Apr 4 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Jordan from Princeton, NJ. 5th grade teacher #learnlap

therowdykidsin3 Apr 4 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A1: I take the time to truly get to know each student. Phone calls home to talk to parents about their kid really helps. #LearnLAP

bjohnson_STEAM Apr 4 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Brandon Johnson, Principal of a STEAM MS in Burleson,TX #LearnLAP

hotzfield Apr 4 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Hi! Toni —4th grade teacher joining in a little late—#LearnLAP

PaulSolarz - Moderator Apr 4 @ 8:19 PM EDT

QUESTION 3: (See image). #LearnLAP https://t.co/K9Acxtzijq

PaulSolarz - Moderator Apr 4 @ 8:19 PM EDT

#LearnLAP https://t.co/VKJDgq5wA6

christine7429 Apr 4 @ 8:17 PM EDT

@PaulSolarz We had the students complete a family history sheet and bring in an artifact to share with the class. It is a huge success.

SherlynLaurelli Apr 4 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2 I encourage them to challenge their kids, it is amazing what they can do #LearnLAP

operiumj Apr 4 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2: Make learning engaging, fun & meaningful to the Ss by infusing tech and hands on #LearnLAP https://t.co/MyAxqdipL9

sarahmdarnell Apr 4 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2: I also think teachers get too caught up in "because we've always done that." Let's think outside the box more. #LearnLAP

oonziela Apr 4 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Hi! Oona from NJ. 11th/12th grade ELA T. Dropping in for a bit! #LearnLAP

MGrundel Apr 4 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@therowdykidsin3 Love using @ClassDojo for parent communication. I also do an open house after school, day 1. #LearnLAP

teach1991 - Moderator Apr 4 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Encourage the use of Twitter for PD and recommend chats. #learnlap

StefaniePitzer Apr 4 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@therowdykidsin3 And so very important! Ps get positive message from you first & makes problems that may arise easier #LearnLAP

Beyond_the_Desk Apr 4 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@andreakornowski I bet seeking student feedback is really scary for some teachers! But so very beneficial and insightful! #LearnLAP

MrBarry628 Apr 4 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A3: Ss play and LOVE @oregontrail OLD School game & we WILL play National Parks Monopoly too to learn about the parks #LearnLAP Kahoot too!

johnccarver Apr 4 @ 8:20 PM EDT

#4thchat #LearnLAP Yes building and flying the plane at the same time! https://t.co/CIhsy8B27k

phhscience Apr 4 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2 Student centered lessons give Ss ownership of their own learning #LearnLAP

andreakornowski Apr 4 @ 8:20 PM EDT

@Beyond_the_Desk I helped a T create a pie graph of minutes in class to evaluate T led time, S led time, and time to get on task. #LearnLAP

andreakornowski Apr 4 @ 8:20 PM EDT

@Beyond_the_Desk But they are sometimes the most critical and have the best feedback to offer. #LearnLAP

MGrundel Apr 4 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A3: Games, absolutely! Ss will be making a Civil War game based on #UltimateWerewolf cards, super excited about it! #LearnLAP

pjcerullo Apr 4 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A3: Simulations and group games. My ss fav so far this year was the sim. on the laws of King George during the Pre-Revolution. #LearnLAP

SherlynLaurelli Apr 4 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A3 we do board games, simulations and relays #LearnLAP

tweetjre Apr 4 @ 8:20 PM EDT

#LearnLAP I would start by encouraging them to recognize student differences and encourage stud leadership/choice.

cybraryman1 Apr 4 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A3 My Games in Education page https://t.co/KAIWaqVGN1 Play & Movement page https://t.co/zk17jPxHAG #LearnLAP

docvs1 Apr 4 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A3: simulations, tech, games, hands on, movement, activity called run, read, record & others. #learnlap

OAP_ART Apr 4 @ 8:21 PM EDT

@PaulSolarz @burgessdave #learnLAP #kinder "thumb pots" we're a total fail. #likeblobs https://t.co/SJsflrJql9

CourtneyKofeldt Apr 4 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A2: Emphasis on stu voice & choice. Don't make decisions based on how comfortable you are. Take the the leap bc we ask our Ss to #LearnLAP

oonziela Apr 4 @ 8:21 PM EDT

@sarahmdarnell That mentality is also "safe" to return to when you've tried something new and it hasn't worked out. #notsomuch #LearnLAP

sarahmdarnell Apr 4 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A3: We have board game days once a month on Fridays. We also do a lot of simulations through Interact. #LearnLAP

Elementarist Apr 4 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A3 play is an area where I'd like to grow. As Math T we play math games, but i feel that's bit different from authentic play #LearnLAP

pjcerullo Apr 4 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A3: Trasketball is a favorite in my class as well! #LearnLAP

StefaniePitzer Apr 4 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A3: We participated in Global School Play Day! #GSPD2016 Highly recommend! #LearnLAP

Tyler_Bolstad Apr 4 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A1-@nearpod has a fabulous series of 3 ice breakers to get to know your Ss and to help them learn about their peers #LearnLAP

mrterborg Apr 4 @ 8:21 PM EDT

@Beyond_the_Desk #learnlap Not sure about this. But yes, To much of one spice ruins a recipe. Mix it up.

MrsSokolowski Apr 4 @ 8:21 PM EDT

@PaulSolarz A3 #LearnLAP I gamified the month long Classroom blogging SOLSC with badges for my 3rd graders. Really motivating! #twtblog

tweetjre Apr 4 @ 8:21 PM EDT

#LearnLAP A3 Maker space, Kahoot, Prodigy, games.

specialtechie Apr 4 @ 8:21 PM EDT

@HolyGirl22 Sorry, Standard Operating procedure instead of "rules". #LearnLAP

bjohnson_STEAM Apr 4 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A2: Explore a student centered learning environment. PBL is the way to go. It promotes backward design. #pblchat #LearnLAP

leighmragsdale Apr 4 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A2: More passion lead projects. Time for students to explore, create, & innovate #LearnLAP

MrBarry628 Apr 4 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@PaulSolarz @oregontrail I think cholera and dysentery were the class favorite ways to die..drowning, not so much #LearnLAP

PaulSolarz - Moderator Apr 4 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@Elementarist Lots of great opportunities for play these days besides the ones I listed (Global Play Day, Cardboard Challenge...) #LearnLAP

SparkyTeaching Apr 4 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Creativity ✔ Character ✔ What counts ✔ https://t.co/hDZ23sVjRW #edtechchat #vachat #LearnLAP #cdnedchat #Wonderchat https://t.co/To5PW26ywJ

KristanRooke Apr 4 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3: Games whether old school, tech based on edu based #LearnLAP

oonziela Apr 4 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@tweetjre Creating their own rubrics for participation is a start. They're accountable to each other and to the T #LearnLAP

hotzfield Apr 4 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3: Even thought it is not “playing” my Ss LOVE Nearpod and Kahoot to review concepts. #LearnLAP

boose_inator Apr 4 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3. We use learning stations that are set up like games. We also do a lot of interactive games in small groups or even as a class #LearnLAP

urbie Apr 4 @ 8:22 PM EDT

#LearnLAP A2 Question every thing Ts have been doing. HMW challenge ourselves & students and design enjoyable/engaging learning experiences?

StefaniePitzer Apr 4 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3: I just started my first quest to celebrate National Poetry Month on class blog! https://t.co/it4AilMksj Gamifiying poetry! #LearnLAP

andreakornowski Apr 4 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3: @PaulSolarz I'm pretty sure this question just inspired APES Vocabulary Test Review with Hedbanz tomorrow! Thanks! #LearnLAP

KristanRooke Apr 4 @ 8:23 PM EDT

@StefaniePitzer This was so much fun! Kids had a blast! #learnLAP

Peebles142 Apr 4 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3 I will introduce a lesson as briefly as possible. I let Ss turn+talk often, then I use activities+online games 2 enrich+explore #LearnLAP

jbrunettinc Apr 4 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3- We play math games-online and board, simulations in social studies and games for team building #learnlap

specialtechie Apr 4 @ 8:23 PM EDT

@HolyGirl22 They are more like guidlines, sometimes in list form, sometimes flow chart. #LearnLAP

urbie Apr 4 @ 8:23 PM EDT

#LearnLAP A2 https://t.co/SPv1SKbBdt

MGrundel Apr 4 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Games are so powerful for promoting #growthmindset. Important to analyze strategy and transfer to other skills. #LearnLAP

oonziela Apr 4 @ 8:23 PM EDT

#LearnLAP The book Mindsets in the Classroom by @MaryCayR has a great list of games for Ss that build perseverance!

boose_inator Apr 4 @ 8:23 PM EDT

And they beg for the chance to get on sites like @FrontRow ...we see it up like a competition and they eat it up!! #LearnLAP

SciTeach7Davis Apr 4 @ 8:24 PM EDT

@andreakornowski I love when Ss come up with the weekly challenge: "alphabetical by neighborhood name" "first 3 digits of phone #" #learnLAP

urbie Apr 4 @ 8:24 PM EDT

MT @AngelaStockman: https://t.co/ZJAIjNsj27 #LearnLAP

leighmragsdale Apr 4 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3: I think kids of ALL ages enjoy the power of play. Have students create the games, innovation challenges #LearnLAP

MGrundel Apr 4 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3: Cont - and don’t get me started on #Minecraft. What a powerful game and learning tool, too many skills for 140 characters! #LearnLAP

CourtneyKofeldt Apr 4 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3: Start looking at activities as challenges instead. Letting student's choose the tools on their quests/ challenges. #LearnLAP

gracesalguero Apr 4 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3 A little bit of eveything keeps them engaged and excited about learning. #LearnLAP

Beyond_the_Desk Apr 4 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3: Oh man, this is my PASSION! #LearnLAP https://t.co/KBk5BJ6v5L

therowdykidsin3 Apr 4 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A2: Every kid deserves to learn. Do whatever it takes to help them. Never give up on them. #noexcuses #LearnLAP

oonziela Apr 4 @ 8:24 PM EDT

@StefaniePitzer Reading this, just realized that my March Madness Poetry Playoffs is a form of gamification. Thanks! #LearnLAP

Elementarist Apr 4 @ 8:25 PM EDT

@StefaniePitzer #4thchat is discussing poetry right now, interesting idea to make it a gamified quest #LearnLAP https://t.co/TjYaJycslL

StefaniePitzer Apr 4 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3: I just started my first quest to celebrate National Poetry Month on class blog! https://t.co/it4AilMksj Gamifiying poetry! #LearnLAP

leighmragsdale Apr 4 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A3: I also think movement & music is important also. I taught HS & they loved to move & play. Always a kid at hear #LearnLAP

Tyler_Bolstad Apr 4 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A3 - @GetKahoot is a favorite of my Ss and mine. It can also be powerful to let the Ss create and lead a Kahoot game #LearnLAP

CPRoom211 Apr 4 @ 8:25 PM EDT

@Peebles142 working on this too. Trying to talk less. #learnlap

PaulSolarz - Moderator Apr 4 @ 8:26 PM EDT

QUESTION 4: (See image). #LearnLAP https://t.co/q8xA0mb9Si

leighmragsdale Apr 4 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A3: Challenge students to explore, fail, create, & play around. That is where the MAGIC happens! #learnLap

LauraGWillis Apr 4 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A3: The new Quizlet Live beta game is awesome! The Q is on everyone's iPad, but the answer only appears on 1 within your group. #learnlap

LevelUpVillage Apr 4 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@MGrundel Absolutely! #GameDesign is a great choice for the #21stCentury classroom. https://t.co/40NUVkkiax #LearnLAP

Beyond_the_Desk Apr 4 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A3: I try to make sure there's some kind of gross motor opportunity in every lesson. Worksheet busters and lecture busters! #LearnLAP

andreakornowski Apr 4 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A3: Goal is to do a breakout activity with at least one of my classes by the end of the school year. #LearnLAP

OAP_ART Apr 4 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@PaulSolarz @burgessdave #learnLAP Q6 I basically just had @cassiestephens teach my class for a week via YouTube https://t.co/d7Tfbylriv

jbrunettinc Apr 4 @ 8:26 PM EDT

Beginning of the year we read The Important Book and students make their own page with photo and tagged I #learnlap https://t.co/befcVm7Ihi

Tyler_Bolstad Apr 4 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A3 - I experienced my first session of @breakoutEDU this weekend at #sdedcamp and I'm hooked! #fullyengaged #LearnLAP

boose_inator Apr 4 @ 8:26 PM EDT

I don't know...but I do know it won't be a content based lesson. #LearnLAP

AngieGraddy Apr 4 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A3. Lots of games, moving around, music! Trying to get on the makerspace bus 🚌. #LearnLAP

oonziela Apr 4 @ 8:26 PM EDT

@leighmragsdale Play is the only way to actually teach Shakespeare. Will would NOT be happy to see kids agonizing over language #LearnLAP

DeHelmer Apr 4 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A:3 Integer football. Integer battle brain teaser puzzles when done with work. Fraction bingo. Math is fun!!!#LearnLAP

Elementarist Apr 4 @ 8:27 PM EDT

@oonziela @MaryCayR this book along w/ @MindUP4Success MindUP curric & @responsiveclass made my SEL/community bldg in beginning #LearnLAP

specialtechie Apr 4 @ 8:27 PM EDT

@HolyGirl22 Yes. Let me look through my pictures. #LearnLAP

leighmragsdale Apr 4 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A4: Innovation Wednesday Challenges. THEY were AWESOME! They also enjoyed etiquette lessons. #LearnLap

pjcerullo Apr 4 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A4: I would say our Greek Festival after finishing Percy Jackson. #LearnLAP

cya_outside Apr 4 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Just in... John from Hamilton ON Gr5/6 science #LearnLAP

christine7429 Apr 4 @ 8:27 PM EDT

#LearnLAP -Our math curriculum and interventions have games Anytime we can make learning fun, we can engage more learners.

leighmragsdale Apr 4 @ 8:27 PM EDT

@oonziela couldn't agree more! How much fun! I love it #LearnLAP

KristanRooke Apr 4 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Doritoe Roulette from @MathletePearce #LearnLAP

MrsSokolowski Apr 4 @ 8:27 PM EDT

@PaulSolarz A4 They loved The Marshmallow Challenge! #LearnLAP

pjcerullo Apr 4 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A4: We had a day of Greek activities across subjects. Food Too! We even learned a Greek Dance from @seilerM1 #LearnLAP

andreakornowski Apr 4 @ 8:27 PM EDT

@PaulSolarz @breakoutEDU planning, exploration, and brainstorming session at @edcampchicago??? ;) #LearnLAP

Beyond_the_Desk Apr 4 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A4: We read A Long Walk to Water or I Am Malala. They talk about these long after they've left our class! #LearnLAP

oonziela Apr 4 @ 8:28 PM EDT

@CPRoom211 @Peebles142 It's a lifelong workshop for me! #LearnLAP

DeHelmer Apr 4 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A4. Road kill cafe -percent lesson. Mock Game of life and an auction at the end #LearnLAP

therowdykidsin3 Apr 4 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A3: I use task cards as a dance party, students make movies to show mastery, and games from @TpTdotcom. Tried @GoNoodle today! #LearnLAP

jbrunettinc Apr 4 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A3- We do an Amazing Race style game to learn about US regions #learnlap

sarahmdarnell Apr 4 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A4: Our Colonial Fair, We wrote lyrics about American Revolution using current songs, We made Growth Mindset videos. #LearnLAP

andreakornowski Apr 4 @ 8:28 PM EDT

@PaulSolarz Hoping to! Sounds like a plan! #LearnLAP @breakoutEDU @edcampchicago

MGrundel Apr 4 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A4: Catapults & #designthinking activités where we build stuff, throw it, & do some sort of calculation, measurement, or response #LearnLAP

Elementarist Apr 4 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A4 I do think they will talk about their 1st ever #mysteryskype w/ @PaulSolarz! They were just over the moon! #LearnLAP

leighmragsdale Apr 4 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A4: They LOVED their Passion Projects. We had everything from creating a video game, to fish breading, to discovery of the ocean #learnlap

Elementarist Apr 4 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A4 i'd love to ask them this question at the end of the year (I think i will) #LearnLAP

docvs1 Apr 4 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A4: earned genius time #learnlap

oonziela Apr 4 @ 8:29 PM EDT

I would hope they remember sending packages to troops after reading Things They Carried or book drive for #weneeddiversebooks #LearnLAP

MGrundel Apr 4 @ 8:29 PM EDT

@DeHelmer I have a monetary system in my class called Grundollars, where kids earn money and can buy stuff or save for auction! #learnLAP

ronaldfisher Apr 4 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Joining in way late, #LearnLAP Ronald Fisher from Northern Utah 3rd G, What is our topic tonight. My spring Break still want to Learn!

Mr_Ullman Apr 4 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A4 Ss created proposals for buying supplies to make 100 lunches to donate to local soup kitchen for 100th day of school #learnlap

MrsSokolowski Apr 4 @ 8:29 PM EDT

@leighmragsdale Where can I find out more about those challenges? #LearnLAP

urbie Apr 4 @ 8:30 PM EDT

#LearnLAP A4 When I taught multimedia design it was about create, use and save your own assets in your work.. https://t.co/al4WZe4PeO

PaulSolarz - Moderator Apr 4 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Some AMAZINGLY fun ideas being shared on #LearnLAP right now - Please share links if you have them!!!

leighmragsdale Apr 4 @ 8:30 PM EDT

@Elementarist You really should. You will be surprised at their answers! I wish I would have asked before the end of the year #LearnLAP

MrRCF Apr 4 @ 8:30 PM EDT

@MrRCF #LearnLAP #resiliencechat #GISDchat #edtechchat #tlchat #spedchat

KristanRooke Apr 4 @ 8:30 PM EDT

@PaulSolarz @MathletePearce 3 Act Math Task. Show commercial 1st. Then I had Ss sit in 2 circles and did the dorito challenge + #LearnLAP

Beyond_the_Desk Apr 4 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4: they love Paper Airplanes (https://t.co/ojZD38gagy)& Play-Doh (https://t.co/fjB4UCfvb4) too. #LearnLAP

andreakornowski Apr 4 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4: Energy Madness Presentations & Debates. Ss presented like pirates. #LearnLAP

ronaldfisher Apr 4 @ 8:30 PM EDT

@LauraGWillis My Ss wanted to do it the rest of the day! @quizlet Live rocks and it was awesome to see the mindset change #LearnLAP

pjcerullo Apr 4 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4: @PaulSolarz We wrote plays and acted them, learned to dance, made an abacus, played Olympics, created Greek architecture. #LearnLAP

PaulSolarz - Moderator Apr 4 @ 8:30 PM EDT

@Elementarist We had an AWESOME time too!!! Thanks so much for connecting with us! :) #LearnLAP

Elementarist Apr 4 @ 8:30 PM EDT

@oonziela @leighmragsdale 5th grade Ss at my school created an oldfashioned Radio Show of Hamlet w/ sound effects etc #LearnLAP

nbartley6 - Moderator Apr 4 @ 8:30 PM EDT

#learnlap sorry late! A4 Presenting r #geniushour projects, Silent Day, & declaring r superpowers in front of the whole school-unforgettable

therowdykidsin3 Apr 4 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A3: I also create Minecraft based lessons. Find natural resources. Build simple machines, etc. #LearnLAP

Tyler_Bolstad Apr 4 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4-Barter Day-Studying the history of money, Ss explore difficulty of trading and getting fair value by crafting and trading wares #LearnLAP

operiumj Apr 4 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A4: Our number sense lessons on our life size ten frame #LearnLAP https://t.co/aEmduNDpmq

specialtechie Apr 4 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A4: Tough one... My kids love when we play #kahoot and were amazed when I showed them how I use the data. #LearnLAP

Beyond_the_Desk Apr 4 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@DeHelmer sounds interesting! #LearnLAP

MrsSokolowski Apr 4 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@Mr_Ullman That's such an incredible idea!! How did it go? #LearnLAP

urbie Apr 4 @ 8:31 PM EDT

#LearnLAP A4 It helps learning to make it tangible and visible.

CourtneyKofeldt Apr 4 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A4: Lessons that ask Ss to solve every day problems- use design thinking to innovate. Opportunity to make an impact #LearnLAP

hotzfield Apr 4 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A4: I think it will be that they were able 2 B leaders! “Give Me 5” was a great way 2 encourage Ss 2 step up! Thanks @PaulSolarz #LearnLAP

boose_inator Apr 4 @ 8:31 PM EDT

I DO ask mine, and they always name our character-building activities and classrooms immunity as most memorable. @Elementarist #LearnLAP

christine7429 Apr 4 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@#LearnLAP My students LOVE https://t.co/uDMdCg53Z9, especially payday, the auctions, and earning bonuses.

StefaniePitzer Apr 4 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A4: Diffendoofer Day! Recreate the Dr. Seuss book! Celebrated its 10th this year! #LearnLAP https://t.co/pYwInSc8G1

LevelUpVillage Apr 4 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@Beyond_the_Desk That's great! I am Malala is also a great choice for meaningful global conversations. #LearnLAP https://t.co/WwJqyOoDNz

docvs1 Apr 4 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A4: challenges: boiling water in ice, put teammate through a file card, etc. #learnlap Teacher report cards

KristanRooke Apr 4 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@PaulSolarz @MathletePearce + Ss recorded how many hot/not chips. Took info from the bag to determine if the ratio was T or F #LearnLAP

Mr_Ullman Apr 4 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A4 also, a #mysteryskype with a class from Andhra Pradesh, India during #skypeathon #learnlap

leighmragsdale Apr 4 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@MrsSokolowski I created them myself.random items in two boxes. They had 30 minutes to create, 10 minutes to present, & reflect #LearnLAP

CarrieCormack Apr 4 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A4: Super Bowl math! Fun times and football too! #LearnLAP

jbrunettinc Apr 4 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A4- our field to the USO where we greeted and handed out goody bags to over 200 Marines #learnlap

Beyond_the_Desk Apr 4 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@Elementarist @oonziela @leighmragsdale Love this idea! #LearnLAP

Elementarist Apr 4 @ 8:32 PM EDT

SO great to SHOW instead of TELL them that they could work together to do great things. #learnLAP @PaulSolarz

cya_outside Apr 4 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A4 - getting to write, sing, dance and record a video song about biology vocabulary for cell unit (choice) #LearnLAP

leighmragsdale Apr 4 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@Elementarist @oonziela WOW! That is AWESOME! I am sure that they loved it! #LearnLAP

LevelUpVillage Apr 4 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@Elementarist @oonziela @leighmragsdale I love the radio show idea! How wonderful! #LearnLAP

gracesalguero Apr 4 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A4 Our global math challenge was a huge hit. They couldn't wait to share their results. They wanted to do math all day! :) #LearnLAP

MrsSokolowski Apr 4 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@leighmragsdale Sounds cool! What grade level? #LearnLAP

oonziela Apr 4 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@Beyond_the_Desk Just had a 12th grader tell me last week that The Kite Runner was the best book he ever read. Surprised himself! #LearnLAP

LauraGWillis Apr 4 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Quizlet Live is an amazing game! Our students kept asking for more critical vocab words! #Learnlap https://t.co/n64Wbb1bCF

ronaldfisher Apr 4 @ 8:30 PM EDT

@LauraGWillis My Ss wanted to do it the rest of the day! @quizlet Live rocks and it was awesome to see the mindset change #LearnLAP

PaulSolarz - Moderator Apr 4 @ 8:33 PM EDT

QUESTION 5: (See image). #LearnLAP https://t.co/wI5kRMuval

teach1991 - Moderator Apr 4 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Have to go. You guys are amazing. Have a good night. #learnlap

jbrunettinc Apr 4 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A4-Mystery Skype with a class in UK with the same school name #learnlap

ronaldfisher Apr 4 @ 8:33 PM EDT

@oonziela @leighmragsdale it should flow from their lips without feeling like they have it right. #LearnLAP

cya_outside Apr 4 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A4 collect stratify germinate and grow an oak savannah at school #LearnLAP

Tyler_Bolstad Apr 4 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A4-Wednesday Workshops - Students have voice and choice to choose enrichment or remediation options to #personalizelearning #LearnLAP

leighmragsdale Apr 4 @ 8:33 PM EDT

@MrsSokolowski 11-12th grade "at risk" It was one of the most rewarding projects I ever did. #learnlap

urbie Apr 4 @ 8:33 PM EDT

@jbrunettinc #LearnLAP Thank you for your service to our USMC!

operiumj Apr 4 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A4: The it's time they experienced #GoogleCardboard #LearnLAP https://t.co/Dj7WK9laXf

Peebles142 Apr 4 @ 8:33 PM EDT

We had a "learning lock-in" where we turned off lights, played @sumdog, watched the princess bride+read our fav book by flashlight #LearnLAP

docvs1 Apr 4 @ 8:34 PM EDT

@cya_outside we are a 1:1 school, so they get to choose method of demonstrating mastery using tech many times #learnlap

Mr_Ullman Apr 4 @ 8:34 PM EDT

@MrsSokolowski It was awesome...here's what I blogged about it: https://t.co/cnjZnbZARf #learnlap

andreakornowski Apr 4 @ 8:34 PM EDT

@nbartley6 One in Jan and another in Feb :). My most favorite way to learn. #LearnLAP

pjcerullo Apr 4 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A5: My epic fail was creating Trading Cards for a novel. My template was not working and too much time working resulted in a mess. #LearnLAP

CarrieCormack Apr 4 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A5: I make mistakes daily, my dyslexia shows up and we laugh so hard! Oops! #LearnLAP

LevelUpVillage Apr 4 @ 8:35 PM EDT

@CourtneyKofeldt Absolutely! Design thinking in a global context creates powerful experiences for students https://t.co/46EHj80hEd #LearnLAP

jbrunettinc Apr 4 @ 8:35 PM EDT

@urbie You are welcome! The military is close to my heart- husband is retired Army and son is serving overseas in the Air Force #learnlap

specialtechie Apr 4 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A5: Can't think of 1 (probably in 8th grade math), but I'll always admit when I do, a model for S's that mistakes are how we grow. #learnlap

sarahmdarnell Apr 4 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A5: The list is long. I tell kids all the time that I make mistakes & I don't know it all. Then we work together to find solution. #LearnLAP

AngieGraddy Apr 4 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A4. Cooking breakfast in the classroom while they were working! Pancakes, sausage, eggs. #LearnLAP

Beyond_the_Desk Apr 4 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A5: Oh man, flops abound! A silly dice sentence challenge I didn't explain well. And tried stormboard but Ss struggled on iPads. #LearnLAP

therowdykidsin3 Apr 4 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A4: PBL lemonade stand. Kids built it, blind taste test, made lemonade, created budget, advertised, researched proceed recipients #LearnLAP

StefaniePitzer Apr 4 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A5: I'm piloting 1:1 w/ touch screen Chromebooks this semester & OH boy pretty sure failures have happened on the daily. #LearnLAP

leighmragsdale Apr 4 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A5: My failures occur everyday. I like to create an environment of risk-taking & failure has to be a part of that #learnlap

cya_outside Apr 4 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A4 - yeah. I need to #mysteryskype "guess our location based on #biodiversity questions" #LearnLAP

boose_inator Apr 4 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A5. Too many to count...but I ask my Ss to call me out respectfully so I can fix them. #LearnLAP

KristanRooke Apr 4 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A5 Writing speeches. Ss were sooooo not there yet #LearnLAP

PaulSolarz - Moderator Apr 4 @ 8:36 PM EDT

@sarahmdarnell I agree! I try to point out my mistakes so everyone sees that mistakes are part of the learning process! #LearnLAP

leighmragsdale Apr 4 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A5: Without failing, we never reach our greatest self or work. Failing creates greatness! #LearnLAP

Elementarist Apr 4 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A5 dreamed a little too big on some projects & had to abandon a few #LearnLAP knowing what's realistic or how to buildup was tough in 1st yr

Tyler_Bolstad Apr 4 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A4 "I've learned that people will forget what you said...but people will never forget how you made them feel." Maya Angelou #LearnLAP

jbrunettinc Apr 4 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A5- Mystery Skype with @PaulSolarz where student googled his name to find their class location😞 #learnlap

MrsSokolowski Apr 4 @ 8:36 PM EDT

@Mr_Ullman This is absolutely incredible! Love how so much thought & learning connected to service & kindness. #LearnLAP

nbartley6 - Moderator Apr 4 @ 8:37 PM EDT

#LearnLAP A5 I offered to do a snowed out session using hangouts on air-I hung up on everyone. In a new role I fail often & LEARN a lot:)

Elementarist Apr 4 @ 8:37 PM EDT

@gracesalguero what was this? SOunds insteresting! #LearnLAP

PaulSolarz - Moderator Apr 4 @ 8:37 PM EDT

@Beyond_the_Desk Yes! I have tons of tech "mistakes" where something doesn't work! I've learned to have backup plans! :) #LearnLAP

tweetjre Apr 4 @ 8:37 PM EDT

#LearnLAP A5 too many failures to list - that is the beauty of stretching as a teacher, you learn to model failure!

ronaldfisher Apr 4 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Following the #LearnLAP Format: A1: I always start out with Dr. Seuss "Oh, the Places we get to go this Year ..." Set up with routines

docvs1 Apr 4 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A5: S centered class, too many other things going on #learnlap NEXT year will take lessons learned and try again.

PaulSolarz - Moderator Apr 4 @ 8:37 PM EDT

#LearnLAP https://t.co/3Xd1dwA7uM

bpcaverhill Apr 4 @ 8:37 PM EDT

@PaulSolarz tried a game of #QWIRKLE with 20 grade 2 Ss ... all at the same time. Disaster! Went home, made 4 sets - https://t.co/99D5HQ1YWP

andreakornowski Apr 4 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A5: Expecting Ss to know how to navigate a LMS. You must teach and walk them through it to build comfort. #LearnLAP

StefaniePitzer Apr 4 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A5: Our first Google Doc lesson after about 45 min. I said guys this isn't working let's try again tomorrow #LearnLAP

MGrundel Apr 4 @ 8:38 PM EDT

@pjcerullo Did you fix the template? Do you have a copy to share? This is something I am interested in. #learnLAP

MrsSokolowski Apr 4 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Amazing idea for connecting learning with service! @Lisagulotta @iCoachELA_SEM @SEM_Dalers #learnlap https://t.co/aRerZUZnv0

Mr_Ullman Apr 4 @ 8:34 PM EDT

@MrsSokolowski It was awesome...here's what I blogged about it: https://t.co/cnjZnbZARf #learnlap

operiumj Apr 4 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A5: The list is long. I like taking risks & showing my Ss that's it's OK to make mistakes. Success can come from mistakes! #LearnLAP

Beyond_the_Desk Apr 4 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Heard this on a show this week: Loving this series. "To succeed spectacularly, you need to be willing to fail spectacularly." #LearnLAP

Elementarist Apr 4 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A5 community started falling apart after we got departmentalized mid-year. Been harder to connect and to know the pulse of class #LearnLAP

Mr_Ullman Apr 4 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A5 still lose my patience too much. It's a journey...#learnlap

ronaldfisher Apr 4 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A2: interesting I have my Ss sing the N. Anthem every Monday morning. If I could change Ts I would introduce #LearnLAP - paradigm shift!

Tyler_Bolstad Apr 4 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A5-Learning as I go implementing my #GeniusHour format. Mistakes have been made, but learning and passions are also there :) #LearnLAP

KristanRooke Apr 4 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A5: Our first collaborative Google Doc was a disaster #LearnLAP

StefaniePitzer Apr 4 @ 8:39 PM EDT

@andreakornowski YES. THIS. Learned the hard way. What LMS do you use? We use Canvas. Must go through gradual release #LearnLAP

MGrundel Apr 4 @ 8:39 PM EDT

@DeHelmer I sell mints for $1. Its a sucker buy, but some Ss blow all their $ on mints then have no $ for auction. Lesson learned #learnLAP

cya_outside Apr 4 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A5 - when I spout history of science concepts and students simultaneously look up on Google and correct me. LOL #LearnLAP

CourtneyKofeldt Apr 4 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A5: Inception assignments- too many layers can get confusing for all. Reminder to focus on the learning outcome not tools/products #LearnLAP

PaulSolarz - Moderator Apr 4 @ 8:40 PM EDT

QUESTION 6: (See image). #LearnLAP https://t.co/rAk1LkmxsO

Elementarist Apr 4 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Swing for the fences! Ss could accept authentic explanation 4 why we had to abandon projects #learnLAP discussed what we'd do differently

urbie Apr 4 @ 8:40 PM EDT

#learnLAP A5 This.. https://t.co/AvGPTbQydf *** Graphic video of a crashing #bebop2 drone ***

andreakornowski Apr 4 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A5: Most epic failure to date: setting up a fish tank with casualties involved. #teachergeniushour #LearnLAP https://t.co/zKonVj0ky2

Peebles142 Apr 4 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A5 I am a first year teacher; mistakes are a constant. I'm good with it. I learn every moment. I hope to make mistakes until I die #LearnLAP

ronaldfisher Apr 4 @ 8:40 PM EDT

@Beyond_the_Desk - Reach for the Stars, at least when we fall short we are still reaching high! #LearnLAP

OAP_ART Apr 4 @ 8:41 PM EDT

@PaulSolarz #learnLAP #kinder "thumb pots" failed miserably and they just look #likeblobs https://t.co/SJsflrJql9

MrsSokolowski Apr 4 @ 8:41 PM EDT

#learnlap A5 We tweeted celebs to ask them about effort vs talent. No one responded! 😥

leighmragsdale Apr 4 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A6: I owe @melissahellwig4 & @dayankee credit for inspiring me to think outside the box of teaching & that I wasn't on an island #LearnLap

PaulSolarz - Moderator Apr 4 @ 8:41 PM EDT

I tell my kids that I'll get it 90% right & they need to help me get the rest correct by looking it up! #LearnLAP https://t.co/37l2ZSCKMg

cya_outside Apr 4 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A5 - when I spout history of science concepts and students simultaneously look up on Google and correct me. LOL #LearnLAP

pjcerullo Apr 4 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A6: Thanks to @PaulSolarz “Give me 5’s” has made a HUGE impact in my class. Ss use it respectfully and are making positive change! #LearnLAP

DeHelmer Apr 4 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Fail all the time or learning from mistakes. Think it is vital to let students see failure. Resiliency can be taught #LearnLAP

StefaniePitzer Apr 4 @ 8:41 PM EDT

@KristanRooke Ours too I feel your pain! I am loving tables, links, and videos embedded within the Google Doc. #LearnLAP

boose_inator Apr 4 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A6. Again, too many to count! But I am thankful for every one! I LOVE whoever came up with task cards!! #LearnLAP

Elementarist Apr 4 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A5 I typed on the activeBoard that if you swim in POOP you will need goggles Oh the poo jokes in my room #learnLap im really 9y/o #LearnLAP

Elementarist Apr 4 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A5 I typed on the activeBoard that if you swim in POOP you will need goggles Oh the poo jokes in my room #learnLap im really 9y/o #LearnLAP

MathDenisNJ Apr 4 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A6: Math teacher colleague in my early years read off "things my kids said" each day. Ss loved them and he connected life to class #learnlap

mrterborg Apr 4 @ 8:42 PM EDT

@StefaniePitzer I had a similar exp just getting Ss logged in. Epic. #learnlap

leighmragsdale Apr 4 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A6: I owe @ShiftParadigm a HUGE thank you for helping me grow my PLN to learn from the BEST educators on the planet #LearnLAP

andreakornowski Apr 4 @ 8:42 PM EDT

@StefaniePitzer We adopted Canvas as well. Ss don't like it because they're not comfortable and don't understand the benefits. #LearnLAP

sarahmdarnell Apr 4 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A6: Someone I don't even know. Her name is Mrs. Noah and teaches in CA. She had a fair that I patterned my Colonial Fair after. #LearnLAP

urbie Apr 4 @ 8:42 PM EDT

#LearnLAP A5 Lessons learned.. Preflight your ideas more thoroughly. S**t happens. Get more eyes on your work, seek feedback evermore.

andreakornowski Apr 4 @ 8:42 PM EDT

@StefaniePitzer We must SELL it to them. #LearnLAP

therowdykidsin3 Apr 4 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A5: typically issues with tech, but my kids are forgiving. Some lessons just don't go as planned so I apologize and start over. #LearnLAP

KristanRooke Apr 4 @ 8:42 PM EDT

@StefaniePitzer Yes! Tables with their names made a huge difference. #LearnLAP

Beyond_the_Desk Apr 4 @ 8:42 PM EDT

@MrsSokolowski But what a great idea! #LearnLAP

tweetjre Apr 4 @ 8:42 PM EDT

#LearnLAP @PaulSolarz, @leslyethiery and Jeanne Lunski! Get great ideas from my Twitter PLNs too!

CarrieCormack Apr 4 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A5: Guinea pigs....they ended at a S's house! #LearnLAP

StefaniePitzer Apr 4 @ 8:43 PM EDT

@mrterborg YES. It is the little things that sometimes I think we forget. I ended up making Log-in cards, laminated, & Ss store #LearnLAP

leighmragsdale Apr 4 @ 8:43 PM EDT

@MsAmberChandler YES!!!!!! He has honestly changed my professional career! #LearnLap

KristanRooke Apr 4 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A6: @ddmeyer changed my math program. #LearnLAP

MrsSokolowski Apr 4 @ 8:43 PM EDT

@PaulSolarz A6 @alizateach helped me launch 40 Book Challenge! Reframed how I taught reading! #LearnLAP

Tyler_Bolstad Apr 4 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A6 - Thanks to Marcia Torgrude and Kim Clark from @TIE_SD for introducing me to @nearpod - Game changer in a flipped classroom! #LearnLAP

ronaldfisher Apr 4 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Catching up A3: Gamification is where the Ss have buy in, and it becomes fun in my classroom follow #LearnLAP, #XPlap, and #PlayLAP

MrsSokolowski Apr 4 @ 8:44 PM EDT

@Beyond_the_Desk Kids were so disappointed! #LearnLAP

Elementarist Apr 4 @ 8:44 PM EDT

@KristanRooke ours too!!! "People keep erasing my stuff!!!!!!" Was a process for sure #LearnLAP

specialtechie Apr 4 @ 8:44 PM EDT

@Tyler_Bolstad Thanks@ I like to show them the Meet the Robinsons clip "You failed". Great movie too. #LearnLAP

nbartley6 - Moderator Apr 4 @ 8:44 PM EDT

@andreakornowski Been there! had like 5 fish last yr and they all suddenly died within weeks of each other-it was embarrassing:( #LearnLAP

andreakornowski Apr 4 @ 8:44 PM EDT

@sarahmdarnell Luckily I caught mine the night before! Gave me time to pirate out of it with the help of @steph_frosch #LearnLAP

christine7429 Apr 4 @ 8:44 PM EDT

@#LearnLap Used compass points from Making Thinking Visible to talk about grade 4 during the first week of school. https://t.co/SvlxKICzCs

StefaniePitzer Apr 4 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A6: My teaching life wouldn't be where it is today without my partner in crime @kelsiezarko #LearnLAP

AngieGraddy Apr 4 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Whole Brain Teaching has had a huge impact on my classroom #LearnLAP

KristanRooke Apr 4 @ 8:45 PM EDT

@Elementarist There's still a few who do this but thankfully most just say "Get out of my box!!!" now #LearnLAP

SparkyTeaching Apr 4 @ 8:45 PM EDT

What's it like to read with dyslexia? An experiment https://t.co/qt3CXmq9zY #edtechchat #LearnLAP #Wonderchat https://t.co/M6JIdtX4nQ

Beyond_the_Desk Apr 4 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A6:I learned so much about the adolescent brain & developmental needs at #AMLE15 & that has shaped a lot of what I'm doing. #LearnLAP

gracesalguero Apr 4 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A6 To many to name. I get ideas from my PLN, daily. Thank you all!#LearnLAP

pjcerullo Apr 4 @ 8:45 PM EDT

@AngieGraddy I am reading a book on this now! Any tips? #LearnLAP

Peebles142 Apr 4 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A6 I stole lit circles from @PaulSolarz + my Ss have responded incredibly. Their videos, discussions, +shared reading are amazing! #LearnLAP

andreakornowski Apr 4 @ 8:45 PM EDT

@nbartley6 It builds character. #LearnLAP

CourtneyKofeldt Apr 4 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A6: Reminds me of a great piece of advice from @sjunkinsquote. Don't stop sharing, remixing collaborating! #LearnLAP https://t.co/S7b4pAVNS4

Elementarist Apr 4 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A6: I fully implement the CASE method (Copy And Steal Everything) w/ attribution of course! #LearnLAP

Tyler_Bolstad Apr 4 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Thanks to @JoyKirr for her resources in jumping in with #geniushour this year! https://t.co/h98hRvGJa1 #LearnLAP https://t.co/WBJquMMJzp

PaulSolarz - Moderator Apr 4 @ 8:40 PM EDT

QUESTION 6: (See image). #LearnLAP https://t.co/rAk1LkmxsO

leighmragsdale Apr 4 @ 8:46 PM EDT

@MsAmberChandler @johncroftnorton I am now following John. Trying to start my 1st book now:) I love our #PLN! #LearnLAP

ronaldfisher Apr 4 @ 8:46 PM EDT

@Peebles142 No, after a while you become a Master Teacher, then you #tlap (even then veteran's react to change mistakes faster) #LearnLAP

nbartley6 - Moderator Apr 4 @ 8:46 PM EDT

@andreakornowski we had special moments to honor them and Ss wrote really nice things #LearnLAP

boose_inator Apr 4 @ 8:46 PM EDT

@AngieGraddy WBT has changed my entire teaching style! My kids and I LOVE it!!! #LearnLAP

jbrunettinc Apr 4 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A6- Too many people to name but owe the most to my hardest student and parent who helped me grow as an educator #learnlap

andreakornowski Apr 4 @ 8:46 PM EDT

@nbartley6 Now that is an awesome way to pirate out of it! #LearnLAP

PaulSolarz - Moderator Apr 4 @ 8:47 PM EDT

QUESTION 7: (See image). #LearnLAP https://t.co/nhMjmpFrbO

CourtneyKofeldt Apr 4 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A6: Reminds me of a great piece of advice from @sjunkins. Don't stop sharing, remixing & collaborating! #LearnLAP https://t.co/eWFe4K18j7

leighmragsdale Apr 4 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A6: My "alt" kids, SAVED my life & opened my eyes to a new world. I was the student, they were my teachers. I owe them everything #learnlap

AngelaAbend Apr 4 @ 8:47 PM EDT

@PaulSolarz TWITTER ... @BAcastiello ~ Thank you! #LearnLAP

andreakornowski Apr 4 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A6: An awesome pirate PLN #learnLAP #scitlap #tlap #sstlap #satchatwc

StefaniePitzer Apr 4 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A6: Love Twitter PLN too! @mrskochheiser helped me w/ @padlet ideas for my classroom! #LearnLAP

CarrieCormack Apr 4 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A6: suggestion box in my room...great ideas to teach a different way, from my S's! #LearnLAP

tweetjre Apr 4 @ 8:47 PM EDT

@PaulSolarz A4: Genius Hour, Maker Space, Mystery Skypes, Global Tead Aloud, and responsibility partners. #LearnLAP

cya_outside Apr 4 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A6 @PaulSolarz !!! Student led classroom. Learning like a pirate, REARJMCL, 21st century skills progress doc #LearnLAP

nbartley6 - Moderator Apr 4 @ 8:48 PM EDT

#LearnLAP A6 Just about everything I do is in some way borrowed...I steal inspiration from Kid President CONSTANTLY https://t.co/zmfne509F6

JoyKirr Apr 4 @ 8:48 PM EDT

@PaulSolarz @Tyler_Bolstad I'm cracking up over here. I like to CURATE others' great ideas!! :D #LearnLAP

andreakornowski Apr 4 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A7: Chalk Talks, Student Led Fishbowl Discussions #LearnLAP

MrsSokolowski Apr 4 @ 8:48 PM EDT

#LearnLAP Also really inspired by ideas from @KristinZiemke & @KatieMuhtaris with #AmplifyED & #twtblog co-authors

docvs1 Apr 4 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A6: @burgessdave @PaulSolarz @ToddWhitaker @AnnetteBreaux I steal ideas from the best #learnlap my next steal: @pernilleripp

jbrunettinc Apr 4 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A7- My class just finished performing plays on colonial America-they loved it! #learnlap

AngieR_BWMS Apr 4 @ 8:48 PM EDT

@LauraGWillis saw this in action today - has great potential #learnlap @LadyTighe

StefaniePitzer Apr 4 @ 8:48 PM EDT

@nbartley6 YES! I created a YouTube playlist of Ss favorites. @iamkidpresident is brilliant! #LearnLAP

leighmragsdale Apr 4 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A7:My Character Edu. classed planned the charity events in our community, beautification of our grounds, & pay it forward campaign #LearnLAP

christine7429 Apr 4 @ 8:49 PM EDT

@#LearnLAP Coteaching has allowed my students to succeed at higher levels than expected.

Elementarist Apr 4 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A6 I must admit to borrowing about 50% of what i've done to support my students from working 6 years in prison. #LearnLAP prior careers help

boose_inator Apr 4 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A7. We recently finished a HUGE project and the Ss measured our playground - which is HUGE. These are 3rd graders. They rocked! #LearnLAP

phhscience Apr 4 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Having Ss correcting your (mistakes) gives the Ss a greater understanding of the material #LearnLap

andreakornowski Apr 4 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A7: Once facilitated an #edcamp Style review where Ss self selected where to go and moved around on their own when ready. #LearnLAP

ronaldfisher Apr 4 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A4: My grand Slam is my last unit about Heroes, and why? because they designed their Hero using Play-do thanks #PlayLAP #LearnLAP

operiumj Apr 4 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A6: I like to thank my awesome PLN for sharing gr8 ideas & lessons #LearnLAP

Beyond_the_Desk Apr 4 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A7:making a mock Twitter page for Gul Makai based on Malala's secret online diary. Using Google Slides so they can work together. #LearnLAP

Elementarist Apr 4 @ 8:49 PM EDT

@KristanRooke funny the languages that evolve in classroom that others might not understand #LearnLAP

MrsSokolowski Apr 4 @ 8:50 PM EDT

@PaulSolarz A7 Class blogging challenge & 40 book challenge are something we are all working on together! #LearnLAP

PaulSolarz - Moderator Apr 4 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A7 - We're Colonizing Mars together: https://t.co/5t62ahJMqq & have some ideas for solving Mars' problems: https://t.co/fVjnM2nw6D #LearnLAP

andreakornowski Apr 4 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A7: @TodaysMeet online review discussions. #LearnLAP

Tyler_Bolstad Apr 4 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A7-Google accounts for Ss-Introducing my Ss to #gafe has allowed them to collaborate wherever they are! #LearnLAP https://t.co/gAqhMDvTgg

PaulSolarz - Moderator Apr 4 @ 8:47 PM EDT

QUESTION 7: (See image). #LearnLAP https://t.co/nhMjmpFrbO

urbie Apr 4 @ 8:50 PM EDT

#LearnLAP A6 To everyone at #CUERockStar Vegas last year especially the #BreakoutEdu presenter.. Make 'em work it! https://t.co/8TqMHLSn6b

andreakornowski Apr 4 @ 8:50 PM EDT

@MrsSokolowski This sounds amazing. Have you blogged about it somewhere? #LearnLAP @PaulSolarz

cya_outside Apr 4 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A6 - admin, colleagues, support staff, parents, students trust & support my voyage and help me set sail for new horizons every day #LearnLAP

CourtneyKofeldt Apr 4 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A7: @GoogleForEdu- great tools for collaboration. From add & pass with Google draw to creating a class pitch with Google slides. #LearnLAP

Elementarist Apr 4 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A6 "stole" alot of material from @gfletchy and the #elemmathchat #MTBoS universe #LearnLAP

Beyond_the_Desk Apr 4 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A7: Musical chairs questions and prompts. Must add something new on each one. Gets very deep! #LearnLAP

specialtechie Apr 4 @ 8:51 PM EDT

@HolyGirl22 This is not my favorite, I'll look for more. #learnlap https://t.co/puDn3T6S8z

Peebles142 Apr 4 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A7 our class decided to install a @LtlFreeLibrary for our comm outside our school. We determined tasks + roles and worked together #LearnLAP

KristanRooke Apr 4 @ 8:51 PM EDT

@Elementarist lol definitely. #LearnLAP

StefaniePitzer Apr 4 @ 8:51 PM EDT

@andreakornowski @TodaysMeet Love this tool it is wonderful for Number talks too #LearnLAP

andreakornowski Apr 4 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A7: Ss curate lecture slides and give the presentation to their classmates. #LearnLAP

pjcerullo Apr 4 @ 8:51 PM EDT

@KristanRooke So was ours! The CHAOS haunted me for days! #LearnLAP

MrsSokolowski Apr 4 @ 8:51 PM EDT

@andreakornowski @PaulSolarz Will be posting on Two Writing Teachers on 4/9 about blogging challenge! #twtblog #LearnLAP

ronaldfisher Apr 4 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A5: My fielding error: When I tried to get the Ss to do to much one week, I was flustered but they were overwhelmed KISS #LearnLAP

mrterborg Apr 4 @ 8:52 PM EDT

@Elementarist Let them rip, ... :) #learnlap

andreakornowski Apr 4 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A7: Ss collaboratively curate lecture slides and give the presentation to the class while T facilitates discussion #LearnLAP

Beyond_the_Desk Apr 4 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A7: and @Classkick! Ss can help each other in real time, from their own iPad. Love it! #LearnLAP

Elementarist Apr 4 @ 8:52 PM EDT

I mean, you would want goggles if you were swimming in poop! #LearnLAP

MrsSokolowski Apr 4 @ 8:53 PM EDT

@Peebles142 @LtlFreeLibrary I'd like to do this ... Any tips? #LearnLAP

tweetjre Apr 4 @ 8:53 PM EDT

#LearnLAP A7: Mystery Skypes, Tweet the function of the body system, Twitter chats and build a home in space.

Beyond_the_Desk Apr 4 @ 8:53 PM EDT

@ronaldfisher Oh man, pacing is a constant struggle for me! Too many ideas, too little time! #LearnLAP

Mr_Ullman Apr 4 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A6 think I'm going to combine @paulsolarz colonizing mars project with my Star Wars-themed government project #learnlap

mrterborg Apr 4 @ 8:53 PM EDT

@MrsSokolowski Their loss. Try it again with a different audience or try a mystery Skype with a different class? #learnlap

cya_outside Apr 4 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A7 - whole grade Google Classroom project on biodiversity. 76 Ss sharing docs co-writing and inspiring each other #LearnLAP

AwesomeScience Apr 4 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A7 @PaulSolarz trying @breakoutEDU escape problem solving is a collaborative challenge #LearnLAP

sarahmdarnell Apr 4 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A7: I'd like to work on celebrating successes more. Often get caught up in "data" and "showing growth" I forget to celebrate. #LearnLAP

PaulSolarz - Moderator Apr 4 @ 8:54 PM EDT

QUESTION 8: (See image). #LearnLAP https://t.co/NfQthtN7bL

ronaldfisher Apr 4 @ 8:54 PM EDT

@jbrunettinc do you have a template of how you organized the plays? #learnLAP

Elementarist Apr 4 @ 8:54 PM EDT

@mrterborg I did that too, in middle of class, loud! Nearly fell over laughing Kids did too when they realized it's okay to laugh #LearnLAP

urbie Apr 4 @ 8:54 PM EDT

#LearnLAP A6 @LisaTeachesTech rocks #breakoutedu #CUERockStar

andreakornowski Apr 4 @ 8:54 PM EDT

@MrsSokolowski Be sure to share out with the #LearnLAP @PaulSolarz

nbartley6 - Moderator Apr 4 @ 8:55 PM EDT

#LearnLAP A7 Ss planning out their cardboard arcade & teaching other Ss & Ts how to play their games was a celebration of innovation & play

boose_inator Apr 4 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A8. I want to implement Genius Hour. Like, REALLY implement it. #LearnLAP

sarahmdarnell Apr 4 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A7: And celebrating victories builds teamwork and community. Those small moments mean big things sometimes. #LearnLAP

Tyler_Bolstad Apr 4 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A8-Moving Ss from seeking answers to seeking inquiries. More questioning will lead to deeper levels of critical thinking #LearnLAP

PaulSolarz - Moderator Apr 4 @ 8:55 PM EDT

We're always looking for moderators for #LearnLAP - Please consider it! https://t.co/ND1yt9do4A

Beyond_the_Desk Apr 4 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A8: Collaborate w/classes beyond our own walls! #LearnLAP #LearnLAP

Beyond_the_Desk Apr 4 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A8: Collaborate w/classes beyond our own walls! #LearnLAP #LearnLAP

MrsSokolowski Apr 4 @ 8:55 PM EDT

@andreakornowski @PaulSolarz Yes I will do that! 😊 #LearnLAP

Elementarist Apr 4 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A7 when Ss demanded assigned jobs, I said "if u want that, you'll have to design it yourself, I won't be involved" #LearnLAP Ss made system

ARutschke Apr 4 @ 8:56 PM EDT

So sad I missed #LearnLAP tonight! It looks like it was so fun!

gracesalguero Apr 4 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A8 Genius hour! #LearnLAP

urbie Apr 4 @ 8:56 PM EDT

#LearnLAP A8 I have a ticket to #ipadpalooza Austin in June. Might not have time tho.. Next year???

phhscience Apr 4 @ 8:56 PM EDT

@CourtneyKofeldt Ss centered learning #LearnLAP

Elementarist Apr 4 @ 8:56 PM EDT

I would've preferred not to have assigned jobs, but I let Ss go down that road #LearnLAP

tweetjre Apr 4 @ 8:56 PM EDT

#LearnLAP have Breakout Edu boxes ordered - hope to use them monthly next year. We have had a session with borrowed boxes and loved it!!!!

PaulSolarz - Moderator Apr 4 @ 8:56 PM EDT

If you're trying out ideas in "Learn Like a PIRATE" & want to connect w/others - add your name to the #LearnLAP PLN: https://t.co/yqOsvPp2kv

sarahmdarnell Apr 4 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A8: I'm always needing to get better organized. Moving to a new room so this will be the perfect time. #LearnLAP

Tyler_Bolstad Apr 4 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A8 - @travislape has me excited to learn about and hopefully get a #makerspace going in our school #LearnLAP

docvs1 Apr 4 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A8:definitely student centered class. #learnlap

KristanRooke Apr 4 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A8: #GeniusHour I've tried b4 and it bombed Think I've built a good foundation for next yrs 7/8s that it would not be a total fail #LearnLAP

AwesomeScience Apr 4 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A6 @PaulSolarz I steal ideas all the time thanks mostly to @NSTA and @DiscoveryEd #DEN #LearnLAP

urbie Apr 4 @ 8:57 PM EDT

#LearnLAP A7 A project with a healthcare client where thanks to #designthinking I was able to get out of their way n they made it happen..

operiumj Apr 4 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A8: deepening Ss critical thinking skills. #LearnLAP

jbrunettinc Apr 4 @ 8:57 PM EDT

@ronaldfisher No template . I found several plays online and randomly selected Ss to sign up for one . Ss figured it out #LearnLAP

mrterborg Apr 4 @ 8:57 PM EDT

@Elementarist Laughter is the best medicine and learning experience. #edtechchat #learnlap

Elementarist Apr 4 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A8 But there are SO MANY THINGS!!! I want to do all of the things! #LearnLAP

andreakornowski Apr 4 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A8: Impact other Ts classrooms. I'll get another chance next year #noexcuses to not finish this year strong in the classroom. #LearnLAP

PaulSolarz - Moderator Apr 4 @ 8:57 PM EDT

Only 30 FREE tickets remaining for #EdCampIllinois - get yours NOW if you can make it on 5/14 (Arl. Hts.): https://t.co/tEbEyBneVZ #LearnLAP

burgessdave Apr 4 @ 8:58 PM EDT

2 minutes until #tlap! Let's talk about finishing like a pirate! #learnlap #EndWell

PaulSolarz - Moderator Apr 4 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Thanks so much for participating in tonight's #LearnLAP chat! Hope to see you all back next week! (Jump on over to #tlap NOW if you can!)

SparkyTeaching Apr 4 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Creativity ✔ Character ✔ What counts ✔ https://t.co/hDZ23sVjRW #CelebrateMonday #LearnLAP #cdnedchat #Wonderchat https://t.co/To5PW26ywJ

ronaldfisher Apr 4 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A6 Stealing Second and Third Base https://t.co/U5nAwMeJQb It Works #LearnLAP thanks @PaulSolarz

ronaldfisher Apr 4 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A6 Stealing Second and Third Base https://t.co/nItR05Sn2K It Works #LearnLAP thanks @PaulSolarz

mrterborg Apr 4 @ 8:58 PM EDT

@sarahmdarnell Slow growth. Build a community w/ high standards. Growth will come. #learnlap

nbartley6 - Moderator Apr 4 @ 8:58 PM EDT

#learnlap A8 Would love to pilot #geniushour earlier next year. I'm waiting this year to share with Ts and next year would like to dive in:)

pjcerullo Apr 4 @ 8:58 PM EDT

@PaulSolarz Thank you for moderating! #learnlap Rocks

CarrieCormack Apr 4 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A8: Co-teaching next year! Whoop, I teach math and science! #LearnLAP

andreakornowski Apr 4 @ 8:59 PM EDT

A8: @breakoutEDU, #geniushour, design thinking, and discussions all on tap to happen yet this year. #LearnLAP

mrterborg Apr 4 @ 8:59 PM EDT

@cya_outside What grade? #learnlap

StefaniePitzer Apr 4 @ 8:59 PM EDT

A8: Next year I want to gamifiy my classroom w/ year long game thanks to #XPlap Working on theme, characters, badges, & quests #LearnLAP

PaulSolarz - Moderator Apr 4 @ 8:59 PM EDT

@pjcerullo Thanks Phillip! Glad you're part of the #LearnLAP PLN! :)

ronaldfisher Apr 4 @ 8:59 PM EDT

@nbartley6 Don't wait try it out now, see what the passions in your Ss are before Summer break #LearnLAP

docvs1 Apr 4 @ 8:59 PM EDT

@PaulSolarz thanks Paul. #learnlap heading to #tlap for a short bit