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SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Hey friends! Intro time...What's your BEST face to face that has happened due to TWITTER? #scitlap

SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Pay it forward, pirate pals...#scitlap Steph's #HEAL Fund https://t.co/pE8G2tVOmZ via @gofundme

SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:01 PM EDT

LORI from ATL. THIS face to face happened today! #blessed #scitlap @andreakornowski @MrBarry628 #tlap https://t.co/Kl06fexB3q

MrBarry628 Mar 30 @ 7:52 AM EDT

Welcome to #Atl ahh!! @andreakornowski @steph_frosch @SciTeach7Davis #sstlap #tlap #scitlap @burgessdave https://t.co/IyHqUcm5Pw

Partain_Science - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:01 PM EDT

I'm here! I'm ready! I'm tired! Meggan, 8th grade science from TX! #scitlap

Partain_Science - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:02 PM EDT

@SciTeach7Davis @andreakornowski @MrBarry628 What was this all about?? #scitlap

andreakornowski - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Good Evening! Andrea from WI sitting next to @SciTeach7Davis for tonight's #scitlap chat. Epic meeting @SciTeach7Davis and @MrBarry628 !

SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:03 PM EDT

@Partain_Science @andreakornowski @MrBarry628 Andi likes to spend spring break in a school. So she came to Davis! :) #scitlap

Partain_Science - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT

@SciTeach7Davis @andreakornowski @MrBarry628 Awesome! #scitlap

SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Q1): What is your favorite spring themed lesson? #scitlap

pentaclethra Mar 30 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Hello from upstate NY. Scott here for another #scitlap chat. I teach 8th phys sci and 9th biolab. Great to be here.

daleyscience - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Kristin here...7th grade sci. Looking forward to some face to face @EdCampGrafton on Saturday. #scitlap

SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT

A1) I love getting the garden ready! #scitlap

pentaclethra Mar 30 @ 9:05 PM EDT

A1) Favorite spring lesson is the one yet to be discovered. Looking to do some new outside lessons with bio classes. #scitlap

andreakornowski - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT

@Partain_Science It's been great! :) #scitlap

Partain_Science - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A1: We are getting ready to start symbiotic relationships. Kids really like gross things like tapeworms & ticks! #scitlap

daleyscience - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1 Just starting Ecology, cant wait to get outside! Big news, we are starting an American Chestnut Orchard! #scitlap

SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT

@pentaclethra Is it even "spring-like" in upstate NY yet? #scitlap

daleyscience - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:07 PM EDT

@Partain_Science who doesn't? Lol. #scitlap

andreakornowski - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1: Sunday seminars at the field station. I need to survey students for ideas for this spring. #scitlap

mrssnowzms Mar 30 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Jenna from Indy. Spring break here 🎉 #scitlap

pentaclethra Mar 30 @ 9:08 PM EDT

@SciTeach7Davis We didn't really get winter this year. el Nino. Last year there was snow till sometime in April. #scitlap

SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Q2): How can we integrate spring into science lessons? Across other disciplines? #scitlap

Partain_Science - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT

@mrssnowzms Well deserved I'm sure! #scitlap

mrssnowzms Mar 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1: Cloud ID outside! Relative humidity between inside and out #scitlap

andreakornowski - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:09 PM EDT

@pentaclethra Ours was pretty mild in WI as well. @SciTeach7Davis #scitlap

SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Looks like/feels like spring here! #scitlap https://t.co/9VDWXGSPsG

andreakornowski - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A2: Earth Day is April 22nd. Would be great if Ss would plan a celebration. https://t.co/SEysBRD8bs #scitlap

Partain_Science - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:11 PM EDT

@SciTeach7Davis We were just finishing seasons at the spring equinox! #scitlap #goodtiming

pentaclethra Mar 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2 Like @andreakornowski I want to plan in an experience for Earth Day this year. #scitlap

Partain_Science - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:12 PM EDT

@andreakornowski @pentaclethra @SciTeach7Davis It never froze here. We are gonna have heaps-o-insects! #scitlap

SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:13 PM EDT

@andreakornowski We are NEVER in school during Earth day...Why does that keep happening? #scitlap

andreakornowski - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2: I look forward to getting Ss outside for some labs. #scitlap

andreakornowski - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Does anyone do any year round sampling of data with the season changes? #scitlap

SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Q3) Are there special lessons you have planned to coordinate with DST, spring equinox, Earth Day? #scitlap

pentaclethra Mar 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A3) Not sure yet. May have Ss calculate their carbon footprint. #scitlap

andreakornowski - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A3: It would be fun to support HS students in leading Earth Day activities for the elementary schools. #scitlap

andreakornowski - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:19 PM EDT

I've used the Global Footprint Calculator with students https://t.co/6WYQLWUK2t #scitlap

SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Lots of you already mentioned an answer to Q3....OOPS! We do the Grocery Bag Project for Earth day #scitlap https://t.co/m0QRmKU565

daleyscience - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A3 We do not have school for Earth Day either! Maybe we should make it Earth Month! #scitlap

SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Q4) How/Why is it beneficial to bring nature to students (regardless of grade/content)? #scitlap

andreakornowski - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:21 PM EDT

@SciTeach7Davis It would be awesome to collect data with a QR code & google form with that...or have people post to a #. #scitlap

SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Also a FB page for Earth Day Groceries Project... https://t.co/JhrFfM6aE1 #scitlap

andreakornowski - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A4: We need Ss to better understand what's around them, as well as how to treat what's around them. #scitlap

Partain_Science - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A4: Many Ss are nature deprived. They don't spend time outside, don't notice patterns or changes in world, don't like to get dirty #scitlap

daleyscience - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A4 Connections to the natural world are so important. Especially now with technology keeping kids inside. #scitlap

andreakornowski - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A4: If Ss connect with the real world it might open up career pathways. #scitlap

pentaclethra Mar 30 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A4 Ss need context for what they learn and experience. If it is not part of their life experience how can they know or understand? #scitlap

andreakornowski - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:25 PM EDT

@pentaclethra I completely agree. Ss are going to help determine changes and what our future looks like. #scitlap

SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:26 PM EDT

@Partain_Science Or they scream bloody murder when they see a bug. #eek #scitlap

SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Q5) Which TLAP strategies can you implement outside to take advantage of the changing season? #scitlap

andreakornowski - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A4: I enjoy lessons around fertilizer, soil science, and integrated pest management with immediate application in Ss lives. #scitlap

andreakornowski - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A5: Concept map reviews with sidewalk chalk. #scitlap

daleyscience - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A5 The words "going outside" is always a hook! If I dressed in wildlifer gear, could be a costume hook! #scitlap

SueAtSea Mar 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Hi guys. Popping in from #NSTA16 for a few #scitlap

SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A5) Nature hike/walk. But disguised as something else. Right, @burgessdave ? #scitlap

PerkyScience Mar 30 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A5 Going outside always Transforms a lesson. The great outdoors becomes the lab. #scitlap

daleyscience - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Any pictures? #scitlap https://t.co/ofQSrfoPlC

andreakornowski - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A5: Concept map reviews with sidewalk chalk. #scitlap

SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:30 PM EDT

@SueAtSea How's Nashvegas??? Meet Bill yet? #scitlap

andreakornowski - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT

@daleyscience And challenge Ss to dress the part? #scitlap

SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT

@daleyscience What would your wildlife gear consist of? Like a safari hat and binoculars? #scitlap

SueAtSea Mar 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A5 Water hook - stream ecology is different in spring. We go to Nancy Creek. #scitlap

daleyscience - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Jealous! #scitlap https://t.co/mBTr8411Y2

SueAtSea Mar 30 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Hi guys. Popping in from #NSTA16 for a few #scitlap

andreakornowski - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT

@daleyscience None with me right now. #scitlap

Partain_Science - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:31 PM EDT

@daleyscience @andreakornowski Anything with sidewalk chalk is good! #scitlap

SueAtSea Mar 30 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A5 I will use my infrared camera to show heat retention of surfaces outdoors. Yep, the outdoors hook. #scitlap

daleyscience - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:32 PM EDT

@andreakornowski I was thinking of doing this at the end of the year. Looking for someone with a drone to film it! #scitlap

PerkyScience Mar 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT

@Partain_Science @daleyscience @andreakornowski Sidewalk chalk with technology to document and mash up the learning. #scitlap

pentaclethra Mar 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT

@SueAtSea I was thinking of doing a PET index or other benthic invertebrate study. #scitlap

SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A4) When the pollen calms down (!?!) around here, we could solve Punnett squares on sidewalks! #scitlap

andreakornowski - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A4: Cameras to snap pictures and plan idea or report invasive species. #scitlap

SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Q6) How can you bring/have more nature/real world into your classroom? #scitlap

daleyscience - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

@SciTeach7Davis Hat, vest, boots, net, backpack, ponding equipment! #scitlap

SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:35 PM EDT

@SueAtSea He used to make a scheduled appearance at the Disney booth in the exhibit hall. Good luck! #scitlap

PerkyScience Mar 30 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A6 I like having Ss bring in nature from their backyard or hikes. Makes homework fun and healthy. We had Ss bring seeds for a lab. #scitlap

SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A6) I have a turtle, chia seeds/pets, orange seeds sprouting right now from a Ss lunch leftovers... #scitlap

pentaclethra Mar 30 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A6 We always bring back samples from the pond to put in the class aquarium. Here is a video of our snails https://t.co/WWYhZdBfoj #scitlap

TinaCMcKenzie Mar 30 @ 9:38 PM EDT

#scitlap I have plants on each group's table. They have to talk to it daily to give it CO2, water it, etc. They also named their plants.

daleyscience - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A6 Collecting samples is great. Recently collected pine cones to study variation. Great except for the spider attack....so many. #scitlap

andreakornowski - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A6: Encourage curiosity and have Ss bring in pictures or questions. #scitlap

Partain_Science - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A6: I've done design a xeriscaped yard project combined w/ FT to local botanical garden to take pics & research plants. #scitlap

SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:39 PM EDT

@TinaCMcKenzie WHERE is Lickskillet Alabama? #scitlap

andreakornowski - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A6: The class fish tank with chemistry monitoring. #scitlap

TinaCMcKenzie Mar 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT

#scitlap LoL! It's right above 'Rocket City' Huntsville - we live on a farm off Butter&Egg Rd :) https://t.co/uBWStG3Y3Z

SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:39 PM EDT

@TinaCMcKenzie WHERE is Lickskillet Alabama? #scitlap

SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Bring nature inside a little bit...#scitlap https://t.co/qUG87ZVI62

SueAtSea Mar 30 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A6 Doing weather now -wx map up daily. Skyped with .@DrShepherd2013 & hope they'll watch .@WXGeeksTWC Sundays #scitlap

SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Q7) For those hesitant/unable to go outside, what suggestions/resources/ideas can you share? #scitlap

SueAtSea Mar 30 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A6 one yr we brought buckets of dirt in. Next day during CRCT found a snake on floor. I was brave & trapped it! #scitlap

SueAtSea Mar 30 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A6 that is, a living moving snake! Best part: kids never knew until AFTER the test! #scitlap

pentaclethra Mar 30 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A7 Explore your school building. Sometimes leaving the 4 walls of a room is all that is needed to add life to a class. #scitlap

andreakornowski - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A7: Bring the outside in with virtual field trips. https://t.co/NTjwx4Rf0R #scitlap

daleyscience - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A7 IMO Ss need some direction. They don't know what to do with themselves. They are not always comfortable just exploring. #scitlap

andreakornowski - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A7: Have Ss create virtual field trips. #scitlap

SueAtSea Mar 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A7 get google cardboard a and do VR field trip on national parks! G Streetview + $12 kit #scitlap

daleyscience - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A7 Tell them several times to be careful around the brook, but always expect a few to fall in and get wet. :) #scitlap

andreakornowski - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

As educators we need to encourage our Ss to be explorers and exhibit signs of curiosity. #scitlap

Partain_Science - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

@SueAtSea I'd really like to do that to support our unit on topography next yr. #scitlap

SueAtSea Mar 30 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A7 in pairs, one is blindfolded. Feel trees bark. After getting moved around, try to ID your tree. #scitlap

TinaCMcKenzie Mar 30 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A7 Virtual Garden Building on Minecraft #scitlap

daleyscience - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Agreed....wish it was as natural for them as it was when I was a kid! #scitlap. I just found my spring mission! https://t.co/3CEbNz6QG9

andreakornowski - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:47 PM EDT

As educators we need to encourage our Ss to be explorers and exhibit signs of curiosity. #scitlap

SueAtSea Mar 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A7 one time brought a bunch of worms in and they made worm families. Can't believe I didn't barf! #scitlap

TinaCMcKenzie Mar 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A7 using DoInk GreenScreen app to create models #scitlap

andreakornowski - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT

@TinaCMcKenzie Great idea! This would work with Environmental Science and sustainable cities. #scitlap

Partain_Science - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:49 PM EDT

@SueAtSea No :( I can't even add Kleenex to the list (and the 1 box is optional!?!) Maybe I could find a grant or something #scitlap

SueAtSea Mar 30 @ 9:51 PM EDT

You guys have me very excited for spring! Especially when my pollen allergies die down a bit! #scitlap

TinaCMcKenzie Mar 30 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A7 @DoInkTweets Models can also be animated! Ss LOVE it! #scitlap

andreakornowski - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:53 PM EDT

@SueAtSea I don't ever remember visibly seeing this much pollen in WI as I have in ATL these past few days. #scitlap

SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A7) Research on biomes. Transform a room into a biome. have Ss decorate, add flora and fauna, and enjoy! #scitlap

andreakornowski - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:54 PM EDT

@SciTeach7Davis what about a door decorating contest? #scitlap

SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Q8) Are Earth Day programs/lessons meaningful? How can we make them more so? #scitlap

SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:55 PM EDT

@andreakornowski @SueAtSea ACHOO!!! Pollen count is 1838 #scitlap

SciTeach7Davis - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:56 PM EDT

@andreakornowski Locker decorating? Ceiling tiles? Bulletin boards, even... #scitlap

andreakornowski - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A8: Earth celebrations should be year round. #scitlap

daleyscience - Moderator Mar 30 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A8 Earth Day activities are good, but taking care of the Earth (not littering, recycling, conservation) needs to be modeled always. #scitlap

TinaCMcKenzie Mar 30 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A7 our school @HomeoftheCubs hosts an Environmental Education Week with guest speakers, hands on, animals, etc. #scitlap