#ditchbook Archive | Participate

craigklement - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:00 PM EST

are you considered a "guest" moderator? 😂 #DitchBook

In reply to @jmattmiller

Participate in the upcoming #ditchbook by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/Nb8zYosqXB

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:00 PM EST

The time has come -- to get Googley! Welcome to tonight's #DitchBook chat. We're talking Google changes/updates. Please check in!

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:01 PM EST

I'm Matt, #DitchBook author and 11-yr HS Spanish teacher from Indiana. Pumped about new grouping feature in #GoogleClassroom!

MrSteinhauser Jan 12 @ 10:01 PM EST

Edward, teacher/edtech/pathway coordinator, Long Beach, CA! #ditchbook

wpmsad Jan 12 @ 10:01 PM EST

I have 14 days to get my Qs ready for my guest moderating turn for #DitchBook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:01 PM EST

#ditchbook How I've missed you. Mandi from MO. HS Math teacher! Awaiting Icemageddon this weekend.

rachelmarker Jan 12 @ 10:01 PM EST

Have a great night #SAMedchat! Super fun! Come on over to #ditchbook, if you can! We're chatting new @GoogleForEdu stuff. 👍🏼

In reply to @GoogleForEdu

MrsCookWHS Jan 12 @ 10:01 PM EST

Carriann Cook, 9th grade ELA teacher from Woodward, OK, where school has been canceled tomorrow for an ice storm. :) #ditchbook

tarheelbd Jan 12 @ 10:01 PM EST

Ben Domonkos. 3rd Grade Teacher at #TarkingtonTS. South Bend, IN #TeamSouthBend @MrD203 #DitchBook

In reply to @MrD203

MrsStephenson3 Jan 12 @ 10:01 PM EST

Lindsay from KS. Instructional facilitator for 6-12. #DitchBook

emosier3 Jan 12 @ 10:01 PM EST

Good evening, #ditchbook friends! Evan Mosier, Technology Integrationist Lead Teacher and 6th Grade LA - Davenport, Iowa.

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:01 PM EST

Finally ... the Mandi-shaped hole in #DitchBook is filled! :) Stay safe.

In reply to @TTmomTT

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:01 PM EST

Karly, TOSA from SF Bay Area, CA checking in! Super pumped for #Ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:01 PM EST

Hey Lindsay! Thanks for joining! #DitchBook

In reply to @MrsStephenson3

wpmsad Jan 12 @ 10:01 PM EST

Ditching Doug from Bushnell, IL tonight. Just received Ditch that Textbook in the mail. Excited to dive in! #DitchBook

KamRenae Jan 12 @ 10:01 PM EST

Kam joining from Montana where I am a special educator at the middle school level #DitchBook

AndersonEdTech Jan 12 @ 10:02 PM EST

Kyle in Las Vegas, NV, learning strategist & technology coordinator, happened to stumble upon #ditchbook in my feed! Great timing!

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:00 PM EST

The time has come -- to get Googley! Welcome to tonight's #DitchBook chat. We're talking Google changes/updates. Please check in!

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:02 PM EST

Welcome to #Ditchbook Edward!

In reply to @MrSteinhauser

LemarrTreadwell Jan 12 @ 10:02 PM EST

Hi #Ditchbook I'm ditching from Fresno Ca.

MViTDiTeach Jan 12 @ 10:02 PM EST

Hi all! Dianne 4/5 T from Ca #ditchbook

ReginaFreeland Jan 12 @ 10:02 PM EST

Regina from Phoenix HS ELA teacher #ditchbook

zonie71 Jan 12 @ 10:02 PM EST

Hey all! Krista from SE Michigan, 5th grade teacher in a 1:1 classroom! Excited to be a part of #DitchBook tonight!!

rachelmarker Jan 12 @ 10:02 PM EST

Yeah! Kyle's here! #Ditchbook

In reply to @AndersonEdTech

wpmsad Jan 12 @ 10:02 PM EST

Where at in MO Mandi? I'm in WC IL. Prolly hit us both. #DitchBook

In reply to @TTmomTT

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:02 PM EST

WOOT!! Super pumped for Doug's chat!!! #Ditchbook

wpmsad Jan 12 @ 10:01 PM EST

I have 14 days to get my Qs ready for my guest moderating turn for #DitchBook

craigklement - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:02 PM EST

Craig, edtech instructional coach from Texas #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:02 PM EST

Karly immediately gets 10 #DitchPoints for the #DitchBook animated GIF!

In reply to @KarlyMoura

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:02 PM EST

Welcome to #Ditchbook Lindsay!

In reply to @MrsStephenson3

AndersonEdTech Jan 12 @ 10:02 PM EST

Thanks for the warm welcome! #ditchbook

In reply to @rachelmarker

wpmsad Jan 12 @ 10:02 PM EST

It will be EPIC! #DitchBook

In reply to @KarlyMoura

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:02 PM EST

Hi Carriann! #Ditchbook

In reply to @MrsCookWHS

MrsStephenson3 Jan 12 @ 10:02 PM EST

is, too!! #DitchBook #snowday

In reply to @MrsCookWHS

RyanHiltner Jan 12 @ 10:02 PM EST

From MN high school math teacher #DitchBook

rachelmarker Jan 12 @ 10:02 PM EST

Hi #Ditchbook! Rachel, Curriculum Specialist, Bozeman, MT. So happy to be back with you guys!

brianrozinsky Jan 12 @ 10:02 PM EST

Hiya, #ditchbook. I'm Brian. I teach MS Ss in CO. This clip seems appropriate for the topic du jour: https://t.co/Yej1ufZJdn

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:02 PM EST

We love serendipity! Glad you could join us Kyle! #DitchBook

In reply to @AndersonEdTech

DMooreSpanish Jan 12 @ 10:03 PM EST

#ditchbook Danielle Spanish teacher from Chicago

SAMRiCroupe Jan 12 @ 10:03 PM EST

Lydia-Instructional Tech Specialist for Richardson ISD checking in! In the mood for some #DitchBook chat

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:03 PM EST

Hey, Lemarr's here! Welcome! #DitchBook

In reply to @LemarrTreadwell

rachelmarker Jan 12 @ 10:03 PM EST

Hi Kam! So pumped you're here! #Ditchbook

In reply to @KamRenae

StefaniePitzer Jan 12 @ 10:03 PM EST

Greetings #DitchBook crew! I'm Stefanie ditching from Peoria, IL in my 11th year of teaching 2nd grade

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:03 PM EST

I LOVE that GIF =) #Ditchbook

In reply to @jmattmiller

djniner Jan 12 @ 10:03 PM EST

Dan from Grimes, Iowa. HS math teacher #DitchBook

LaurieAnastasio Jan 12 @ 10:03 PM EST

Laurie from San Marcos, CA - 3rd grade and tech lead #ditchbook

mpotter44 Jan 12 @ 10:03 PM EST

Mike from Hilton, NY. 9-10 ELA in a 1:1 chromebook district #DitchBook

wpmsad Jan 12 @ 10:03 PM EST

Getting ready for the Raiders to come to LV, Kyle? #DitchBook

In reply to @AndersonEdTech

rachelmarker Jan 12 @ 10:03 PM EST

Love when my #tosachat and #Ditchbook worlds collide!

In reply to @AndersonEdTech

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:03 PM EST

Heeeeeyyyyy look who's here!! #Ditchbook

In reply to @zonie71

emosier3 Jan 12 @ 10:03 PM EST

Yeah! Iowa in the #ditchbook house!

In reply to @djniner

MistyMitchellm Jan 12 @ 10:03 PM EST

👋👋👋 #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:03 PM EST

Wow ... you really went there! #DitchBook

In reply to @brianrozinsky

wpmsad Jan 12 @ 10:03 PM EST

Dang it, forgot about the points again! #DitchBook

In reply to @jmattmiller, @KarlyMoura

ARutschke Jan 12 @ 10:03 PM EST

Angela, from Alberta checking in😊I teach 1st grade #Ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:03 PM EST

Always awesome!!! #Ditchbook

In reply to @rachelmarker, @AndersonEdTech

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:03 PM EST

First question is on its way ... #DitchBook

jkervs Jan 12 @ 10:03 PM EST

Hi! Jocelyn, Music T from Toronto. Checking into #DitchBook for the first time while also watching the incredible #TakingtheStage tonight!

LemarrTreadwell Jan 12 @ 10:04 PM EST

#ditchbook Yeah. Another California.

In reply to @LaurieAnastasio

zonie71 Jan 12 @ 10:04 PM EST

.@ReginaFreeland Where abouts in Phoenix? I grew up there and went to Cortez HS, but went to Alhambra schools for elementary. #ditchbook

In reply to @ReginaFreeland

SteinbrinkLaura Jan 12 @ 10:04 PM EST

Laura from Missouri joining in! #DitchBook

craigklement - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:04 PM EST

need to pickup my ditch points game #ditchbook

In reply to @jmattmiller, @KarlyMoura

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:04 PM EST

Hey Lydia! Good to see you! 10 #DitchPoints for the bitmoji checkin! :) #DitchBook

In reply to @SAMRiCroupe

rachelmarker Jan 12 @ 10:04 PM EST

You won't be disappointed! Welcome to the gang! #Ditchbook

In reply to @wpmsad

MViTDiTeach Jan 12 @ 10:04 PM EST

Just saw the topic. So excited to talk Google! #ditchbook

smccashland77 Jan 12 @ 10:04 PM EST

Sarah - Instructional Coach - Richmond, IN #ditchbook

KathiSueSummers Jan 12 @ 10:04 PM EST

New to ditching...from Medford OR. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:04 PM EST

@DMooreSpanish Fellow profe de espanol! :) #DitchBook

In reply to @DMooreSpanish

rachelmarker Jan 12 @ 10:04 PM EST

Karly! Hiiiii friend! #Ditchbook

In reply to @KarlyMoura

kendraleier Jan 12 @ 10:04 PM EST

Hi #ditchbook, I'm Kendra, from Regina, SK (that's in Canada). I'm a 4th yr Ed student, finished my student teaching, 3 classes left!

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:04 PM EST

Hey Lamarr and Laurie!!! Two of my favorite tweeps in one tweet! =) #Ditchbook

In reply to @LemarrTreadwell, @LaurieAnastasio

AndersonEdTech Jan 12 @ 10:04 PM EST

I'm more ready for the #VegasGoldenKnights to start this fall! #ditchbook

In reply to @wpmsad

cherylabla Jan 12 @ 10:04 PM EST

If you have a minute, I would love to hear what you are currently doing to help students gain life-long adult skills. #DitchBook #mcrelchat

McREL Jan 11 @ 10:43 AM EST

Q2: How do you ensure learning is meaningful & encourage life-long learning for students? #McRELchat #slowchat @cherylabla @leemaxfield29

wpmsad Jan 12 @ 10:04 PM EST

Hello fellow IL #DitchBook member!

In reply to @StefaniePitzer

DMooreSpanish Jan 12 @ 10:04 PM EST

#DitchBook danielle Spanish teacher from Chicago

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:04 PM EST

Heeeeyyyyyy #Ditchbook

In reply to @rachelmarker

rachelmarker Jan 12 @ 10:04 PM EST

Agreed! So glad you're here tonight! #Ditchbook

In reply to @jmattmiller, @TTmomTT

wpmsad Jan 12 @ 10:04 PM EST

#gohawks #DitchBook

In reply to @AndersonEdTech

kimforuria Jan 12 @ 10:04 PM EST

Kimberly King. MT. Hey! #Ditchbook

LemarrTreadwell Jan 12 @ 10:04 PM EST

#ditchbook Hi Katie

In reply to @KathiSueSummers

rachelmarker Jan 12 @ 10:05 PM EST

Hey Evan! #Ditchbook

In reply to @emosier3

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:05 PM EST

Laura always brings her helmet to #DitchBook ... you never know what you'll get! :) #DitchBook

In reply to @SteinbrinkLaura

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:05 PM EST

LOL #Ditchbook

In reply to @craigklement, @jmattmiller

emosier3 Jan 12 @ 10:05 PM EST

Hey, Rachel! Happy #ditchbook chat night! :-)

In reply to @rachelmarker

wpmsad Jan 12 @ 10:05 PM EST

Where is @PrincipalNyberg tonight? #DitchBook

In reply to @PrincipalNyberg

quilterliz Jan 12 @ 10:05 PM EST

Liz from IN. Bio and Health HS #DitchBook

rachelmarker Jan 12 @ 10:05 PM EST

Super pumped!!! #Ditchbook

In reply to @wpmsad

CodyMaze Jan 12 @ 10:05 PM EST

Cody Maze, 6-8 science and social studies teacher, Marion, IL #DitchBook

LemarrTreadwell Jan 12 @ 10:05 PM EST

#ditchbook. You know I love it when you say that.

In reply to @KarlyMoura, @LaurieAnastasio

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:05 PM EST

Q1: How do Google Apps/GSuite make an impact in your classroom? #DitchBook

wpmsad Jan 12 @ 10:05 PM EST

Thanks. #DitchBook

In reply to @rachelmarker

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:05 PM EST

I'm always up for a Google chat! #DitchBook

In reply to @MViTDiTeach

EdTechMason Jan 12 @ 10:05 PM EST

Mason, #edtech instructional coach in Texas #ditchbook

LaurieAnastasio Jan 12 @ 10:06 PM EST

Hi Karly! #ditchbook I had to join in. L:oving the updates in google classroom

In reply to @KarlyMoura, @LemarrTreadwell

MrsLedford6Eng Jan 12 @ 10:06 PM EST

Jen here! I'm a 6th grade Eng Teacher from IN. Just got home from S led conferences and ready to roll! #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:06 PM EST

Hey Sarah! Go Red Devils! My dad's an RHS alum. :) #DitchBook

In reply to @smccashland77

kendraleier Jan 12 @ 10:06 PM EST

A1: I LOVED using Google classroom in my internship. Most of my students had never used it. Challenge with limited access to tech #ditchbook

AndersonEdTech Jan 12 @ 10:06 PM EST

A1: When I was in the classroom, #gafe, now #gsuite was the basis of most everything, I was completely paperless #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:05 PM EST

Q1: How do Google Apps/GSuite make an impact in your classroom? #DitchBook

MViTDiTeach Jan 12 @ 10:06 PM EST

A1: We use GSuite for almost everything! It is Ss first go to when they get to create or write #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:06 PM EST

Good to have you! Are you totally snowed in, KathiSue??? #DitchBook

In reply to @KathiSueSummers

rachelmarker Jan 12 @ 10:06 PM EST

For real. Need some more peeps from the Rockies! #Ditchbook

In reply to @wpmsad, @PrincipalNyberg

wpmsad Jan 12 @ 10:06 PM EST

A1: Allows me to house stuff in Drive, post stuff in Classroom and generally make collab 4 Ss easier. Helps with work flow too. #DitchBook

KathiSueSummers Jan 12 @ 10:06 PM EST

@LemarrTreadwell Hi... #ditchbook

In reply to @LemarrTreadwell

MrSteinhauser Jan 12 @ 10:06 PM EST

A1: @GoogleForEdu is almost everything! The collaboration, the creativity, #StudentCentered #ditchbook

In reply to @GoogleForEdu

zonie71 Jan 12 @ 10:06 PM EST

.@KarlyMoura BTW, teaching Esperanza Rising using HD in parts... Ss LOVE it! #DitchBook

In reply to @KarlyMoura

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:07 PM EST

A1: GAFE/#GSuiteEDU has a powerful way of making us more effective and efficient when used well. #DitchBook

StefaniePitzer Jan 12 @ 10:07 PM EST

A1: Love how it keeps me organized, more paperless & provides endless opportunities for me to give immediate feedback to my Ss #DitchBook

sandyrotto Jan 12 @ 10:07 PM EST

Good evening #DitchBook Sandy, IC from Minnesota. I'll defer to my awesome team for Google inspiration tonight. They all rock!

rachelmarker Jan 12 @ 10:07 PM EST

A1 Such a powerful suite of tools to get Ss sharing, collabing, creating. Engagement!! #Ditchbook

MViTDiTeach Jan 12 @ 10:07 PM EST

Mostly paperless due to GSuite. So easy to use & so much easier to keep track of Ss work! #DitchBook

In reply to @AndersonEdTech

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:07 PM EST

A1 As a TOSA the ability to co-create lessons, plan/create asynchronously & be a co-teacher in different GCs is a game changer. #Ditchbook

AndersonEdTech Jan 12 @ 10:07 PM EST

I used Google Forms for assessments, time saver and work flow completely revolutionized by Google tools #ditchbook

In reply to @wpmsad

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:07 PM EST

That's a GREAT question ... #DitchBook

In reply to @wpmsad, @PrincipalNyberg

emosier3 Jan 12 @ 10:07 PM EST

A1: Makes my classroom much more efficient and allows me to teach Ts how to jazz up classroom lessons easily! Love GSuite 4 Ed! #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:07 PM EST

Hey Liz! #DitchBook

In reply to @quilterliz

MsDrasby Jan 12 @ 10:07 PM EST

#Ditchbook Hi all Ms. Drasby 6th grade Teaching Assistant how is everyone doing this evening?

EdTechMason Jan 12 @ 10:07 PM EST

A1 - As an instructional coach, I use Google Classroom to communicate & collaborate with my peers #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:05 PM EST

Q1: How do Google Apps/GSuite make an impact in your classroom? #DitchBook

DMooreSpanish Jan 12 @ 10:07 PM EST

A1 #GoogleClassroom makes it easier to give feedback and assess #DitchBook

FoleyKev Jan 12 @ 10:07 PM EST

Kevin in Ireland .I have Irelands first and only school STEAM Room .Workbooks and texts stem creative and higher order thinking #ditchbook

SteinbrinkLaura Jan 12 @ 10:07 PM EST

A1: The ease of collaboration and specific feedback is amazing. #DitchBook

MrsCookWHS Jan 12 @ 10:07 PM EST

A1: I use it for everything. Never need paper or pencil! Assessing, writing, projects, bell ringers, you name it! #ditchbook

tarheelbd Jan 12 @ 10:07 PM EST

A1 #Gsuite is our way to create, collaborate, & assess. I also can't lose anything that's in my Google Drive. #DitchBook

wpmsad Jan 12 @ 10:07 PM EST

The paperless part is key for me. As a 1:1 teacher @GoogleForEdu has allowed me to go almost paperless. #DitchBook

In reply to @StefaniePitzer, @GoogleForEdu

AndersonEdTech Jan 12 @ 10:07 PM EST

And you will never lose Ss papers! #ditchbook

In reply to @MViTDiTeach

quilterliz Jan 12 @ 10:07 PM EST

A1 use Google slides for collaborative activities, Forms for assessment and breakouts. #DitchBook

kimforuria Jan 12 @ 10:07 PM EST

A1. I really love Google classroom for 3rd grade! It is so easy to use for Ss. #Ditchbook

kendraleier Jan 12 @ 10:08 PM EST

Do you have 1:1 laptops/chromebooks in your room all the time? #DitchBook

In reply to @MViTDiTeach, @AndersonEdTech

TTmomTT - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1: I use Google Apps or Drive every single day. From better activities to making life and school a little easier. Go Google! #ditchbook

craigklement - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1: I have a campus wide google classroom. Gives me a spot to blog and share resources to teachers. Hands on training of GAFE #ditchbook

MistyMitchellm Jan 12 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1: u should replace the word class with life in this Q. 😊 my library, media class & Edtech support couldn't function w/out GAFE #ditchbook

rachelmarker Jan 12 @ 10:08 PM EST

Wow, that is some serious endurance! Impressive! Welcome to #Ditchbook!!

In reply to @MrsLedford6Eng

MrsStephenson3 Jan 12 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1: Gsuite impacts classrooms by seamless workflow, faster feedback to Ss and S led lessons. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:05 PM EST

Q1: How do Google Apps/GSuite make an impact in your classroom? #DitchBook

wpmsad Jan 12 @ 10:08 PM EST

Love forms. Wish new #Googlesites was fully rolled out to my school. #DitchBook

In reply to @AndersonEdTech

MViTDiTeach Jan 12 @ 10:08 PM EST

Love the collab it allows, liked Office, but this is so much more! #DitchBook

In reply to @wpmsad

zonie71 Jan 12 @ 10:08 PM EST

I have missed my #DitchBook friends and my #DitchBook time!! @KarlyMoura @jmattmiller @TTmomTT @rachelmarker @emosier3 @SEANJFAHEY and more!

In reply to @KarlyMoura, @jmattmiller, @TTmomTT, @rachelmarker, @emosier3, @SEANJFAHEY

quilterliz Jan 12 @ 10:08 PM EST

hi Matt! #ditchbook

In reply to @jmattmiller

AndersonEdTech Jan 12 @ 10:08 PM EST

I had a set of dinosaur laptops that we installed Chrome OS on and they worked like new #ditchbook

In reply to @kendraleier, @MViTDiTeach

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:08 PM EST

Amazing how we use #GSuiteEDU for everything, but it hasn't been prevalent in schools for THAT long. Big change! #DitchBook

StefaniePitzer Jan 12 @ 10:08 PM EST

I couldn't agree more! #DitchBook

In reply to @wpmsad

brianrozinsky Jan 12 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1 GSuite feels like a pool in which Ss & I marinate daily. It's the medium for most of our literacy-related endeavors. #ditchbook

emosier3 Jan 12 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1a: I also LOVE using the add-ons for all of the different apps which really increase the capability of these tools' impact! #DitchBook

SAMRiCroupe Jan 12 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1: Not enough characters to answer! The possibilities that happen w/collaboration-All students have a voice. Equity in learning. #DitchBook

kendraleier Jan 12 @ 10:08 PM EST

Hi! I'm great (though rather chilly, and am bundled up in my blanket and slippers! It's freeeezing here today!) #DitchBook

In reply to @MsDrasby

MViTDiTeach Jan 12 @ 10:08 PM EST

Yes, but even before we did, I was starting to use it in the comp lab #DitchBook

In reply to @kendraleier, @AndersonEdTech

AndersonEdTech Jan 12 @ 10:08 PM EST

New Sites is still very "feature deficient" #ditchbook

In reply to @wpmsad

mpotter44 Jan 12 @ 10:08 PM EST

My classes use GC, my daily lesson is on Slides, we have collaborated on Docs. Want to get Level 1 certified #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:08 PM EST

Moving along to Q2 quickly ... (We don't waste time here! :) ) #DitchBook

rachelmarker Jan 12 @ 10:09 PM EST

We've missed YOU, Krista! Welcome baaaack! #Ditchbook

In reply to @zonie71, @KarlyMoura, @jmattmiller, @TTmomTT, @emosier3, @SEANJFAHEY

MrSteinhauser Jan 12 @ 10:09 PM EST

plus create resources banks for teachers in "training" classrooms = awesome! #ditchbook

In reply to @KarlyMoura

djniner Jan 12 @ 10:09 PM EST

A1: makes it much faster to get feedback to and from students #DitchBook

emosier3 Jan 12 @ 10:09 PM EST

Awww, Krista!!! Great to see you too! Happy to have you join #DitchBook this evening!

zonie71 Jan 12 @ 10:08 PM EST

I have missed my #DitchBook friends and my #DitchBook time!! @KarlyMoura @jmattmiller @TTmomTT @rachelmarker @emosier3 @SEANJFAHEY and more!
In reply to @KarlyMoura, @jmattmiller, @TTmomTT, @rachelmarker, @emosier3, @SEANJFAHEY

KathiSueSummers Jan 12 @ 10:09 PM EST

A1: These are the only things I use in my Online class to work with Ss. #ditchbook

wpmsad Jan 12 @ 10:09 PM EST

Job well done in that regards sir. Very simple to use for PD for Ts by admins I think. #DitchBook

In reply to @EdTechMason

MViTDiTeach Jan 12 @ 10:09 PM EST

Or have NO NAME paper! #ditchbook

In reply to @AndersonEdTech

acottos Jan 12 @ 10:09 PM EST

A1: brings accountability to student work (revision history) and creates greater opportunity for effective feedback. #ditchbook

MsDrasby Jan 12 @ 10:09 PM EST

#Ditchbook A1 Agree with Matt and when #GSuiteEu is integrated well students become engaged and magic happens

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:09 PM EST

It's fantastic for professional development as well. I can share lessons I've created and all they have to do is #FileMakeACopy! #Ditchbook

kendraleier Jan 12 @ 10:09 PM EST

Awesome! That was a downside for me. Could only use for maybe 1 hour/day max. #DitchBook

In reply to @MViTDiTeach, @AndersonEdTech

MrsLedford6Eng Jan 12 @ 10:09 PM EST

A2: Love Google Classroom, slides, docs and forms #DitchBook

wpmsad Jan 12 @ 10:09 PM EST

I haven't tinkered much. We have iPad weebly issues at times. #DitchBook

In reply to @AndersonEdTech

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:09 PM EST

Dogs can't eat homework created in #GSuiteEDU! #DitchBook

tarheelbd Jan 12 @ 10:07 PM EST

A1 #Gsuite is our way to create, collaborate, & assess. I also can't lose anything that's in my Google Drive. #DitchBook

rachelmarker Jan 12 @ 10:09 PM EST

GClassroom is such a game changer for work flow! #Ditchbook

In reply to @wpmsad

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:09 PM EST

YES! Google classrooms are so useful for many purposes! #Ditchbook

In reply to @MrSteinhauser

sdtitmas Jan 12 @ 10:10 PM EST

A1 We are a MS district, so I'm trying to find a way to integrate Google too, or at least the ideas you all share. #ditchbook

In reply to @jmattmiller

wpmsad Jan 12 @ 10:10 PM EST

I know it has its flaws but I couldn't be as efficient without it. #DitchBook

In reply to @rachelmarker

SAMRiCroupe Jan 12 @ 10:10 PM EST

A1: The buy-in with students when Google Apps/Gsuite provides an authentic audience through publishing work is BIG. #DitchBook

AndersonEdTech Jan 12 @ 10:10 PM EST

My principal @Tweege75 has PD assignments for all staff members through #GoogleClassroom #ditchbook

In reply to @KarlyMoura, @Tweege75

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:10 PM EST

That's really what we want, though, isn't it? For these tools to become transparent in our everyday lives. #DitchBook

MistyMitchellm Jan 12 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1: u should replace the word class with life in this Q. 😊 my library, media class & Edtech support couldn't function w/out GAFE #ditchbook

rachelmarker Jan 12 @ 10:10 PM EST

And so many great *choices* for Ss. Never just 1 single way. #Ditchbook

In reply to @MrSteinhauser, @GoogleForEdu

kendraleier Jan 12 @ 10:10 PM EST

But they can eat power cords... #DitchBook

In reply to @jmattmiller

jkervs Jan 12 @ 10:10 PM EST

A1: GAPPS/#GSuiteEDU allows my students and I to communicate more effectively, ensures that nobody misses out on any info! #DitchBook

CodyMaze Jan 12 @ 10:10 PM EST

G Suite has had a tremendous impact on my classes. Classroom is starting point everyday. Almost paperless too. #DitchBook

rachelmarker Jan 12 @ 10:10 PM EST

Agreed! And improvements are always coming out. Hence our discussion tonite! #Ditchbook

In reply to @wpmsad

zonie71 Jan 12 @ 10:10 PM EST

I can't teach without #gsuiteedu in my classroom! Science, ELA, Genius Hour -- all of it! #hyperdocs are the best! #DitchBook

kimforuria Jan 12 @ 10:10 PM EST

A1. Google allows my students to be more organized and creative in so many ways! They collaborate in unique ways! #Ditchbook

LemarrTreadwell Jan 12 @ 10:11 PM EST

#Ditchbook. Anything that let's me move away from a Sh***** load of paperwork. Additionally, I can personalize feedback 24/7

In reply to @jmattmiller

techcoachjuarez Jan 12 @ 10:11 PM EST

I'd totally be on #ditchbook now, but finishing up touches on two sessions for #TechRodeo It's gonna be epic! Until next week #ditchbook!

AndersonEdTech Jan 12 @ 10:11 PM EST

I used a lot of other tools too, like @Socrative @GetKahoot and @goformative #ditchbook

In reply to @mpotter44, @Socrative, @GetKahoot, @goformative

JenniferServiss Jan 12 @ 10:11 PM EST

#Ditchbook No more left that in my locker!

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:11 PM EST

Can you imagine a Googleless Life??? NO WAY! #Ditchbook

zonie71 Jan 12 @ 10:10 PM EST

I can't teach without #gsuiteedu in my classroom! Science, ELA, Genius Hour -- all of it! #hyperdocs are the best! #DitchBook

brianrozinsky Jan 12 @ 10:11 PM EST

Alternate view: I can lose *everything* in my GDrive! (Though, thankfully, savvy search usually finds thing again.) #ditchbook

In reply to @tarheelbd

MistyMitchellm Jan 12 @ 10:11 PM EST

yes! Tech should be an extension of you allowing you to optimize your work & effectiveness! #ditchbook

In reply to @jmattmiller

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:11 PM EST

Q2: #GoogleClassroom is always updating. What new/"newish" features excite you most? #DitchBook

LemarrTreadwell Jan 12 @ 10:11 PM EST

#ditchbook. Hi Adam. See you in a couple of days.

In reply to @techcoachjuarez

MViTDiTeach Jan 12 @ 10:11 PM EST

Still not a fan of sites :( #DitchBook

In reply to @AndersonEdTech, @wpmsad

rachelmarker Jan 12 @ 10:11 PM EST

Effective & Efficient for Ts. Engaging for Ss, w lots of opps for choice. #Ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:07 PM EST

A1: GAFE/#GSuiteEDU has a powerful way of making us more effective and efficient when used well. #DitchBook

craigklement - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:11 PM EST

Such a great hashtag #FileMakeACopy #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:09 PM EST

It's fantastic for professional development as well. I can share lessons I've created and all they have to do is #FileMakeACopy! #Ditchbook

wpmsad Jan 12 @ 10:11 PM EST

Love all of these. @Quizalizeapp too #DitchBook

In reply to @AndersonEdTech, @mpotter44, @Socrative, @GetKahoot, @goformative, @Quizalizeapp

TTmomTT - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:11 PM EST

No. I don't know what I would do if I had to teach without Google. #ditchbook

In reply to @KarlyMoura

tarheelbd Jan 12 @ 10:11 PM EST

So True! Search > Fodlers #DitchBook

In reply to @brianrozinsky

MrsCookWHS Jan 12 @ 10:12 PM EST

A2: Definitely the ability to differentiate which assignments go to which students! #ditchbook

wpmsad Jan 12 @ 10:12 PM EST

What do you use Dianne? #DitchBook

In reply to @MViTDiTeach, @AndersonEdTech

zonie71 Jan 12 @ 10:12 PM EST

Something else we do is write lesson plans together!!! #DitchBook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:12 PM EST

We will miss you Adam but looking forward to hearing all about your #TechRodeo sessions! #Ditchbook

techcoachjuarez Jan 12 @ 10:11 PM EST

I'd totally be on #ditchbook now, but finishing up touches on two sessions for #TechRodeo It's gonna be epic! Until next week #ditchbook!

AndersonEdTech Jan 12 @ 10:12 PM EST

A2: The newest one that allows you to assign individual work and the notifications for late/resubmitted work! #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:11 PM EST

Q2: #GoogleClassroom is always updating. What new/"newish" features excite you most? #DitchBook

rachelmarker Jan 12 @ 10:12 PM EST

Yay, Sandy! Hiya! #Ditchbook

In reply to @sandyrotto

emosier3 Jan 12 @ 10:12 PM EST

A2: I get Google-y anytime there's a new Forms or Classroom update. Both are powerful tools and always getting better! #DitchBook

MViTDiTeach Jan 12 @ 10:12 PM EST

A2: LOVE notification for late work/re-submissions and individual assignments in Classroom! #DitchBook

wpmsad Jan 12 @ 10:12 PM EST

A2: The individualized instruction feature is out of this world. #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:11 PM EST

Q2: #GoogleClassroom is always updating. What new/"newish" features excite you most? #DitchBook

MrSteinhauser Jan 12 @ 10:12 PM EST

A2: the update to individual/group assigning in GClassroom and Google Site are MAJOR improvements. One step closer #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:12 PM EST

This one made me happy this week: 5 ways to use GC's new differentiation feature https://t.co/8elTjUwoeD #DitchBook #gsuiteedu

SAMRiCroupe Jan 12 @ 10:12 PM EST

A2: I screamed & jumped up and down when I saw the "Assign to Student" feature. Personalized learning! Enhancing differentiation! #DitchBook

MistyMitchellm Jan 12 @ 10:12 PM EST

no!!!!! #ditchbook

In reply to @KarlyMoura

SteinbrinkLaura Jan 12 @ 10:12 PM EST

A1 part 2: Our HS counselor uses Classroom to post info needed by each grade level for scheduling, etc. #DitchBook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:12 PM EST

That's a @slogue89 and @SEANJFAHEY hashtag =) #Ditchbook

In reply to @craigklement, @slogue89, @SEANJFAHEY

jennifuhs4 Jan 12 @ 10:12 PM EST

A2: Ability to assign work to individual Ss #ditchbook #googleclassroom

In reply to @jmattmiller

DMooreSpanish Jan 12 @ 10:12 PM EST

A2 individual assignments and late submission notifications #DitchBook

rachelmarker Jan 12 @ 10:12 PM EST

Same here. A great platform for PD, for sure! #Ditchbook

In reply to @EdTechMason

AndersonEdTech Jan 12 @ 10:12 PM EST

A2b: I like the idea behind the parent emails, but it can definitely be expanded/improved #ditchbook

MViTDiTeach Jan 12 @ 10:13 PM EST

Blogger for blogging, weebly for website #DitchBook

In reply to @wpmsad, @AndersonEdTech

sandyrotto Jan 12 @ 10:13 PM EST

Hey #ditchbook friends! Voting's now open for the #30secondbooktalk challenge. Yours truly (Sandy Otto) is a contender for #literacylegends

jenniferlagarde Jan 12 @ 9:23 PM EST

Round 1 in the #30secondbooktalk challenge starts NOW! GoodLuck #literacylegends! Let's do this! #bookaday #booklove https://t.co/KkuMaOhVOE

MrSteinhauser Jan 12 @ 10:13 PM EST

Google Forms is MUCH better too!!! #ditchbook

In reply to @emosier3

wpmsad Jan 12 @ 10:13 PM EST

Late notifications will really save Ts and Ss time from emailing each other that late work got turned in. #DitchBook

In reply to @AndersonEdTech

TTmomTT - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:13 PM EST

A2: The assign to individual students is exactly what I wanted. I differentiate and now I can assign specifically. Two thumbs up! #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:13 PM EST

We'll catch you next time Adam. Wish we could sit in on those sessions. I'll bet they'll be epic! #DitchBook #techrodeo

In reply to @techcoachjuarez

EdTechMason Jan 12 @ 10:13 PM EST

A1 - I've been using Google Classroom since beta and was happy to see Guardian Summaries added. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:11 PM EST

Q2: #GoogleClassroom is always updating. What new/"newish" features excite you most? #DitchBook

kimforuria Jan 12 @ 10:13 PM EST

A2. It is not a new feature but my students learned how to use Google draw to make graphic novels of their personal narratives! #Ditchbook

ReginaFreeland Jan 12 @ 10:13 PM EST

My hs is now a 1:1 school & the district is a Google district. The Ss love using Google suite apps #DitchBook

MistyMitchellm Jan 12 @ 10:13 PM EST

A2: The new notifications are interesting to me...teach media where kids have to turn in articles for mega sine deadline. #ditchbook

mpotter44 Jan 12 @ 10:13 PM EST

A2 assigning article of week by Lexile thru small group feature perhaps. #ditchbook

kendraleier Jan 12 @ 10:13 PM EST

Tell me more! (I'm temporarily out of the loop as I finished internship, & just got hired as an EA so don't have access!) #DitchBook

In reply to @wpmsad

wpmsad Jan 12 @ 10:13 PM EST

I feel like #GoogleClassroom just needs to hire @alicekeeler to continually improve their product! @jmattmiller #DitchBook

In reply to @alicekeeler, @jmattmiller

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:13 PM EST

Ooh, great point! #DitchBook

In reply to @rachelmarker

ARutschke Jan 12 @ 10:13 PM EST

I LOVE this! It's working great for Guided Reading/Center activities for me😊#ditchbook

In reply to @MrsCookWHS

rachelmarker Jan 12 @ 10:13 PM EST

YES! Feedback is so critical. Agreed that #GoogleClassroom makes it easy, efficient and personal. #Ditchbook

DMooreSpanish Jan 12 @ 10:07 PM EST

A1 #GoogleClassroom makes it easier to give feedback and assess #DitchBook

MrSteinhauser Jan 12 @ 10:13 PM EST

Blogged about it! Google Classroom Just Got Better! https://t.co/l9m1UroOQP #ditchbook

RESP3CTtheGAME Jan 12 @ 10:13 PM EST

A1 Even if teacher or students are absent, gclassroom allows for anytime communication, collaboration and feedback #GameChanger #ditchbook

AndersonEdTech Jan 12 @ 10:14 PM EST

Competition, more in depth questions/answers were facdtors in varying which program to use #ditchbook

In reply to @mpotter44

poida Jan 12 @ 10:14 PM EST

being locked into "corporate vendor ecosystems" is NOT #growthmindset way fwd in #EdTech, but we have be pragmatic. #ditchbook

In reply to @jmattmiller

BenvengaJoe Jan 12 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2: Ability to add assignments for specific students. Makes it SO much easier for some of my S's doing #geniushour work #ditchbook

MrsStephenson3 Jan 12 @ 10:14 PM EST

#ditchbook

MrsStephenson3 Jan 12 @ 10:13 PM EST

A2: the differentiation feature is exciting to me!! Pairs w my presentation next month perfectly! So excited to meet all S needs

LaurieAnastasio Jan 12 @ 10:14 PM EST

A1: We use #gsuite apps for everything. My kids are really enjoying making their own sites now. Using them for dig portfolios. #ditchbook

jennifuhs4 Jan 12 @ 10:14 PM EST

super great point! #DitchBook

In reply to @wpmsad, @alicekeeler, @jmattmiller

tarheelbd Jan 12 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2 I'm pumped to figure what I didn't know we could do. Learning everyday! #DitchBook

KathiSueSummers Jan 12 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2: I would have to say Slides because you can do so much with them. That was confirmed to day. @ShakeUpLearning #ditchbook

In reply to @ShakeUpLearning

zonie71 Jan 12 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2: Love the schedule of posts and adding an assignment for multiple classes... now to only schedule multiple class posts... #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:14 PM EST

I know the feeling! Teachers have been BEGGING for that feature for a long time! #DitchBook

In reply to @SAMRiCroupe

AndersonEdTech Jan 12 @ 10:14 PM EST

Blogger in my district is blocked because of the new Google terms of service, Ts can have it, but not Ss #ditchbook

In reply to @MViTDiTeach, @wpmsad

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2 Ability to assign to individual Ss or groups is AWESOME! My pal @Mr_B_Teacher wrote a great post on it https://t.co/8Ce8J6fxvx #Ditchbook

In reply to @Mr_B_Teacher

djniner Jan 12 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2: the notification for late work will be a big win for ts and ss #DitchBook

MrSteinhauser Jan 12 @ 10:14 PM EST

Guardian incorporation was a good addition! #DitchBook

In reply to @EdTechMason

jkervs Jan 12 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2: LOVE LOVE option to individualize assignments now! Loved when #Doctopus came into play with GClass, this will build on that! #DitchBook

acottos Jan 12 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2: I've been impressed with the improvements to Forms. I can't wait to explore all these new features I'm learning about! #ditchbook

rachelmarker Jan 12 @ 10:15 PM EST

Yeeesssssss! Spot on. #Ditchbook

In reply to @KamRenae, @jmattmiller

EduGladiators Jan 12 @ 10:15 PM EST

🍎 #EduGladiators BACK SATURDAY w/@bethhill2829 ▶️ Join her LIVE afterwards https://t.co/llHTUyNGHU #ditchbook #moedchat #teachnvchat #bfc530

MViTDiTeach Jan 12 @ 10:15 PM EST

Love that I can be out of state & still give/correct work & communicate w/ Ss, subs love it! #ditchbook

In reply to @KarlyMoura, @MrSteinhauser

SteinbrinkLaura Jan 12 @ 10:15 PM EST

A2: Big fan of the "reuse post" feature and tagging assignments .#DitchBook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:15 PM EST

Google-y Hehe #ditchbook

In reply to @emosier3

massignmenthelp Jan 12 @ 10:15 PM EST

7 Effective Lifestyle Changes To Help You Get Better Grades https://t.co/kWh2T6BCnt #ditchbook #moedchat

AssignmentHelpN Jan 12 @ 10:15 PM EST

17 for ’17: Experts on E-learning & EdTech Trends for 2017 https://t.co/I9aiwWWsrV #ditchbook #moedchat

TinaKpat Jan 12 @ 10:15 PM EST

Using Google Classroom makes it sooo much easier to prepare for a sub! #gafe #edtechchat #ditchbook

Ron_Martiello Jan 12 @ 10:15 PM EST

Ron Martiello, 3rd Grade Teacher in PA. Sorry for joining late. Good evening everyone! #DitchBook

brianrozinsky Jan 12 @ 10:15 PM EST

A2 As many have pointed out: GClassroom is getting robuster (which isn't a word but should be). https://t.co/gOy5hOwPLK #ditchbook

wpmsad Jan 12 @ 10:15 PM EST

I'd say GREAT! #DitchBook

In reply to @MrSteinhauser, @EdTechMason

emosier3 Jan 12 @ 10:15 PM EST

Perhaps I mean Google-y eyed! ;-) #DitchBook

In reply to @TTmomTT

MistyMitchellm Jan 12 @ 10:15 PM EST

Yes!!! Before I would create a separate class for Ss to keep their work differentiated! ❤️ this! #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:13 PM EST

A2: The assign to individual students is exactly what I wanted. I differentiate and now I can assign specifically. Two thumbs up! #ditchbook

MViTDiTeach Jan 12 @ 10:15 PM EST

Our IT just unblocked it today since my Ss blog with it #ditchbook

In reply to @AndersonEdTech, @wpmsad

AndersonEdTech Jan 12 @ 10:15 PM EST

The topics function they added earlier this year is gold #ditchbook

In reply to @SteinbrinkLaura

rachelmarker Jan 12 @ 10:15 PM EST

A2 Love the new feature to create assignmt for specific student! #Ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:15 PM EST

Welcome Ron!! #Ditchbook

In reply to @Ron_Martiello

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:15 PM EST

Q3 is coming! #DitchBook

AndersonEdTech Jan 12 @ 10:16 PM EST

we are making it part of our school's AUP next year #ditchbook

In reply to @MViTDiTeach

JenniferServiss Jan 12 @ 10:16 PM EST

A2: Differentiation on Google Classroom this week #Ditchbook

rachelmarker Jan 12 @ 10:16 PM EST

Kim King is here!! Woot! Hi, friend! #Ditchbook

In reply to @kimforuria

craigklement - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:16 PM EST

A2: heard multiple Ts today say they were excited about being notified when a late assignment is turned in #ditchbook

wpmsad Jan 12 @ 10:16 PM EST

I'm going to start a petition to expand #DitchBook to 1 hour. Way to much great info/ideas spreading for just 30 minutes.

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:16 PM EST

Q3: New Google Sites and Google Expeditions are new, flashy updates. What do you love about them? #DitchBook

MViTDiTeach Jan 12 @ 10:16 PM EST

Our AUP definitely needs to be updated #DitchBook

In reply to @AndersonEdTech

rachelmarker Jan 12 @ 10:16 PM EST

GDrawing is my fave. Wld love to see these creations! #Ditchbook

In reply to @kimforuria

poida Jan 12 @ 10:17 PM EST

FYI💡If anyone says #Edtech is not essential in LEARNING, teaching, and #Education today, just show them this 👉 2015 vs. 2016! #ditchbook

LaurieAnastasio Jan 12 @ 10:17 PM EST

A2: I LOVE the idea of individiual and sm group assignments. Book clubs, remediation, collaboration made easy. Awesome. #ditchbook

wpmsad Jan 12 @ 10:17 PM EST

A3: Very cliche to say, but #GoogleCardboard w/ Expeditions is a must for ANY, I repeat ANY, T, not just SS Ts. #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:16 PM EST

Q3: New Google Sites and Google Expeditions are new, flashy updates. What do you love about them? #DitchBook

jennifuhs4 Jan 12 @ 10:17 PM EST

Jen McAleer MS Math Dept Head @CarrollSchool in MA. Popping in and out #DitchBook

In reply to @CarrollSchool

emosier3 Jan 12 @ 10:17 PM EST

A3: I really enjoy the drag and drop option in new Sites. Also looks classy. Just not as many options as old sites yet, though. #DitchBook

AndersonEdTech Jan 12 @ 10:17 PM EST

I like Drawings, but I have really been digging @canva and @AdobeSpark Post for graphics lately #ditchbook

In reply to @rachelmarker, @kimforuria, @canva, @AdobeSpark

MsDrasby Jan 12 @ 10:17 PM EST

A2 #Ditchbook individualized assignments support differentiation

MrSteinhauser Jan 12 @ 10:17 PM EST

Q3: old sites was not user friendly. The update is much more like other website generators that allow more people to use. #ditchbook

LemarrTreadwell Jan 12 @ 10:17 PM EST

#ditchbook. OMG. This is only a 1/2 hour. Oh well. Matt is always available!!!!!

In reply to @wpmsad

MViTDiTeach Jan 12 @ 10:17 PM EST

A3: Did Expeditions last year, game changed for virtual trips & content understanding, Ss had so much to "see" almost overwhelmed #ditchbook

SAMRiCroupe Jan 12 @ 10:17 PM EST

A3: The simplicity makes New Google Sites so easy to use. Our district's HS tech credit for the spring is on creating w/it. #DitchBook

tarheelbd Jan 12 @ 10:17 PM EST

A3 One of my favorite parts of the New Google Sites is Drag&Drop. Have to learn more from @mmattmodlin #DitchBook

In reply to @mmattmodlin

MrSteinhauser Jan 12 @ 10:18 PM EST

Q3.1: I haven't used expeditions...#ditchbook

DMooreSpanish Jan 12 @ 10:18 PM EST

A3 the new sites looks so elegant but is simple enough for Ss to use #DitchBook

ReginaFreeland Jan 12 @ 10:18 PM EST

I wish Sites had more features. It hasn't changed much in many years #ditchbook

In reply to @MViTDiTeach, @AndersonEdTech, @wpmsad

AndersonEdTech Jan 12 @ 10:18 PM EST

A3: To quote old GEICO commercials, new #GoogleSites is so easy a caveman can do it, but it is very limited in features right now #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:16 PM EST

Q3: New Google Sites and Google Expeditions are new, flashy updates. What do you love about them? #DitchBook

zonie71 Jan 12 @ 10:18 PM EST

That's what I do -- I have even been online as my Ss are looking at the doc making changes. Kinda like I was there to help them! #DitchBook

TinaKpat Jan 12 @ 10:15 PM EST

Using Google Classroom makes it sooo much easier to prepare for a sub! #gafe #edtechchat #ditchbook

MrSteinhauser Jan 12 @ 10:18 PM EST

ugh...blocking websites...#ditchbook

In reply to @MViTDiTeach, @AndersonEdTech, @wpmsad

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:18 PM EST

A3: Cardboard/Expeditions really let kids feel like they're there. Close to a real-life visit almost anywhere in world. #DitchBook

BioMsJenn Jan 12 @ 10:18 PM EST

A3: Haven’t used Expeditions yet, but love the simplicity of Sites #ditchbook

MViTDiTeach Jan 12 @ 10:18 PM EST

The ease of feedback is a huge game changer #DitchBook

In reply to @LemarrTreadwell, @jmattmiller

MistyMitchellm Jan 12 @ 10:18 PM EST

A3: can I just steal @emosier3 's answer! It was exactly what I was thinking!!! #ditchbook

In reply to @emosier3

emosier3 Jan 12 @ 10:17 PM EST

A3: I really enjoy the drag and drop option in new Sites. Also looks classy. Just not as many options as old sites yet, though. #DitchBook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:18 PM EST

Did you know Google Classroom has a whiteboard annotation tool? https://t.co/U2WGEx2CSt #Ditchbook

craigklement - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:18 PM EST

A3: haven't used google sites in a long time. Never done expeditions, excited to read others' answers on this one #ditchbook

Ron_Martiello Jan 12 @ 10:18 PM EST

A2: I look forward to using the new individualized group assignments for my Reading Groups to take Ss beyond the text.#DitchBook

SAMRiCroupe Jan 12 @ 10:18 PM EST

Excellent comparison! I am sure features will roll out slowly but surely. #ditchbook

AndersonEdTech Jan 12 @ 10:18 PM EST
A3: To quote old GEICO commercials, new #GoogleSites is so easy a caveman can do it, but it is very limited in features right now #ditchbook
- jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:16 PM EST
  
  Q3: New Google Sites and Google Expeditions are new, flashy updates. What do you love about them? #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:19 PM EST

I used to suggest people NOT use Google Sites. Now w/drag and drop and slick interface, I'm already loving it! #DitchBook

AndersonEdTech Jan 12 @ 10:19 PM EST

Old sites has more features, much more difficult to use, eventually new sites will catch up #ditchbook

In reply to @ReginaFreeland, @MViTDiTeach, @wpmsad

EdTechMason Jan 12 @ 10:19 PM EST

A3 - I'm currently NOT loving the new Google Sites. It is easier to use but has lost features: that's a downgraded not an upgrade #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:16 PM EST

Q3: New Google Sites and Google Expeditions are new, flashy updates. What do you love about them? #DitchBook

wpmsad Jan 12 @ 10:19 PM EST

#DitchBook

In reply to @MrSteinhauser

TTmomTT - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:19 PM EST

I've worked on a few math activities with Expeditions. Haven't kicked it in gear to set up a Go Fund Me for a class set. #ditchbook

In reply to @wpmsad

emosier3 Jan 12 @ 10:19 PM EST

I won't even charge you royalites, Misty! :-) #DitchBook

In reply to @MistyMitchellm

rachelmarker Jan 12 @ 10:19 PM EST

Awww yeah! #Ditchbook

kimforuria Jan 12 @ 10:18 PM EST

I am glad to be here! I love this group's discussions!
In reply to @rachelmarker

MsDrasby Jan 12 @ 10:19 PM EST

A3 #ditchbook love how expeditions naturally stirs curiosity and encourages creativity

wpmsad Jan 12 @ 10:19 PM EST

Absolutely! #DitchBook

JenniferServiss Jan 12 @ 10:19 PM EST

A3: #googlecarboard brings the world to you #vr #ditchbooks

MViTDiTeach Jan 12 @ 10:19 PM EST

New filter caused a few problems, IT good about unblocking for those you use regularly #ditchbook

In reply to @MrSteinhauser, @AndersonEdTech, @wpmsad

brianrozinsky Jan 12 @ 10:19 PM EST

Devil's advocacy for 30 min plus bonus Q format, which fools me into thinking I'm managing Twitter time more responsibly #ditchbook

In reply to @wpmsad

AndersonEdTech Jan 12 @ 10:19 PM EST

I've heard Old Sites is gone by 2018, so they'll have to update New Sites #ditchbook

In reply to @SAMRiCroupe

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:19 PM EST

A3 I LOVE that you can take you class on an Expedition & you DON'T need Google Cardboard! Kids can get 360 views on an ipad! #Ditchbook

craigklement - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:19 PM EST

I love @AdobeSpark post and video! So simple but still a great finished product #ditchbook

In reply to @AndersonEdTech, @rachelmarker, @kimforuria, @canva, @AdobeSpark

polonerd Jan 12 @ 10:19 PM EST

Agreed about new sites. So easy to create. I made this one for our conference next month. #ditchbook https://t.co/m3hbL4B5fQ

In reply to @emosier3

ReginaFreeland Jan 12 @ 10:20 PM EST

Hopefully soon! #DitchBook

In reply to @AndersonEdTech, @MViTDiTeach, @wpmsad

MrFlexon Jan 12 @ 10:20 PM EST

@jmattmiller what features do you miss the most? Or can't find a replacement for? Curious #ditchbook

In reply to @EdTechMason, @jmattmiller

rachelmarker Jan 12 @ 10:20 PM EST

Totally. And then if you're assigning #hyperdocs... BOOM! #Ditchbook @KarlyMoura @SEANJFAHEY

In reply to @RESP3CTtheGAME, @KarlyMoura, @SEANJFAHEY

BenvengaJoe Jan 12 @ 10:20 PM EST

A3: As a HS teacher I love the new sites for mobile devices/tablets. Is s's main way of viewing our site. Still lot of potential #ditchbook

jkervs Jan 12 @ 10:20 PM EST

A3: Need to spend more time with Google Sites and Expeditions yet before I can answer this one. #DitchBook

kimforuria Jan 12 @ 10:20 PM EST

A3. I wish Google would allow speech to text in Slides too! #Ditchbook

AndersonEdTech Jan 12 @ 10:20 PM EST

Once we update our AUP we are good to go on Blogger #ditchbook

In reply to @MrSteinhauser, @MViTDiTeach, @wpmsad

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:20 PM EST

Shout out to @LaurieAnastasio for sharing this game changer with me! #Ditchbook

In reply to @LaurieAnastasio

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:19 PM EST

A3 I LOVE that you can take you class on an Expedition & you DON'T need Google Cardboard! Kids can get 360 views on an ipad! #Ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:20 PM EST

Q4: What other changes/updates to Google tools/products are you excited about? Or sad about? #DitchBook

MrsStephenson3 Jan 12 @ 10:20 PM EST

I was the same way. I have played w new sites but need to spend some time w it #ditchbook

In reply to @jmattmiller

AndersonEdTech Jan 12 @ 10:20 PM EST

Yes, Spark will allow young ones to use it, but you have to go through an adult account #ditchbook

In reply to @rachelmarker

emosier3 Jan 12 @ 10:20 PM EST

Nice! Looks pretty fresh, too. Did I do that right?! #MillenialLingo #DitchBook

In reply to @polonerd

MViTDiTeach Jan 12 @ 10:21 PM EST

A4: Apparently have to research, so excited about GC forgot to check other updates. :) #ditchbook

ARutschke Jan 12 @ 10:21 PM EST

Good to hear! I really disliked Google Sites & haven't played with the new one yet...now I'll check it out😊#ditchbook

In reply to @jmattmiller

rachelmarker Jan 12 @ 10:21 PM EST

I shld revisit... looks amazing. #Ditchbook

In reply to @AndersonEdTech

zonie71 Jan 12 @ 10:21 PM EST

Sites didn't update on our GAFE and I haven't used Expeditions, yet... #DitchBook

MsDrasby Jan 12 @ 10:21 PM EST

A3 #ditchbook I agree valuable features such as the cabinet and ability to share pages privately were lost with the New G-Sites format

EdTechMason Jan 12 @ 10:19 PM EST
A3 - I'm currently NOT loving the new Google Sites. It is easier to use but has lost features: that's a downgraded not an upgrade #ditchbook
- jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:16 PM EST
  
  Q3: New Google Sites and Google Expeditions are new, flashy updates. What do you love about them? #DitchBook

SteinbrinkLaura Jan 12 @ 10:21 PM EST

A3: Sites is better, but I haven't jumped on it yet since I am the district webmaster. Need to do expeditions too! #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:21 PM EST

We're sneaky like that ... :) #DitchBook

In reply to @brianrozinsky, @wpmsad

AndersonEdTech Jan 12 @ 10:21 PM EST

I'm presenting @AdobeSpark at an #edtechteam summit next week #ditchbook

In reply to @craigklement, @AdobeSpark

polonerd Jan 12 @ 10:21 PM EST

Great improvement over creating tri-fold brochures #Ditchbook

In reply to @craigklement, @AndersonEdTech, @rachelmarker, @kimforuria, @canva, @AdobeSpark

wpmsad Jan 12 @ 10:21 PM EST

A4: I'm curious to see other Ts opinions on this. Upgrades to sites, more expeditions added. #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:20 PM EST

Q4: What other changes/updates to Google tools/products are you excited about? Or sad about? #DitchBook

craigklement - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:21 PM EST

what math activities have you done? #ditchbook

In reply to @TTmomTT, @wpmsad

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:21 PM EST

Such a great feature, and not enough people know about this! #DitchBook #gsuiteedu

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:19 PM EST

A3 I LOVE that you can take you class on an Expedition & you DON'T need Google Cardboard! Kids can get 360 views on an ipad! #Ditchbook

Ron_Martiello Jan 12 @ 10:21 PM EST

A3 Embedding links, mobile friendly, continuity with the Google Apps. It' so easy, my 3rd graders are building their own sites. #DitchBook

polonerd Jan 12 @ 10:21 PM EST

That's tight yo! #DitchBook

In reply to @emosier3

rachelmarker Jan 12 @ 10:22 PM EST

A4 Still on the fence about 'explore'. Miss 'research' option! #Ditchbook

brianrozinsky Jan 12 @ 10:22 PM EST

Fair point. I like clean look. Been warned I'll miss flexibility re: site/page permissions. Future iterations to revive features? #ditchbook

EdTechMason Jan 12 @ 10:19 PM EST
A3 - I'm currently NOT loving the new Google Sites. It is easier to use but has lost features: that's a downgraded not an upgrade #ditchbook
- jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:16 PM EST
  
  Q3: New Google Sites and Google Expeditions are new, flashy updates. What do you love about them? #DitchBook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:22 PM EST

A4 I was bummed when Research turned into Explore and they took away the citations =( #Ditchbook

EdTechMason Jan 12 @ 10:22 PM EST

A4 - I like the new Team Drive feature in Google Drive! #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:20 PM EST

Q4: What other changes/updates to Google tools/products are you excited about? Or sad about? #DitchBook

SAMRiCroupe Jan 12 @ 10:22 PM EST

A4: I have yet to be disappointed with changes/updates. Right now, just waiting for more adv features with Sites. #DitchBook

BenvengaJoe Jan 12 @ 10:22 PM EST

A4: Hoping for a "Student View" choice in Classroom for teachers to make modeling the steps/screencasts more authentic for S's. #ditchbook

MrSteinhauser Jan 12 @ 10:22 PM EST

A3: New Classroom update was a BIG step forward but I wish it allowed us to create groups so I can post to group and individuals #ditchbook

kimforuria Jan 12 @ 10:22 PM EST

Does anyone have a hyper doc for MLK? #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:22 PM EST

It's not quite as awesome on the iPad (and I don't have a class set of those either) but it is a nice option! #ditchbook

In reply to @KarlyMoura

emosier3 Jan 12 @ 10:22 PM EST

Word, homes. That Goog Site finna be lit, fam! #Silliness #DitchBook

In reply to @polonerd

wpmsad Jan 12 @ 10:22 PM EST

What just happened? #DitchBook

In reply to @emosier3, @polonerd

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:23 PM EST

It's pretty awesome and you don't have as many kiddos getting sick lol. My kids LOVE it! #Ditchbook

In reply to @TTmomTT

MrsStephenson3 Jan 12 @ 10:23 PM EST

A4: love updates to forms & it's small but form icon in response sheets. Sad about changes to hangouts I keep reading about #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:20 PM EST

Q4: What other changes/updates to Google tools/products are you excited about? Or sad about? #DitchBook

judyblakeney Jan 12 @ 10:23 PM EST

.@KarlyMoura you are always in the know #ditchbook

In reply to @KarlyMoura

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:18 PM EST

Did you know Google Classroom has a whiteboard annotation tool? https://t.co/U2WGEx2CSt #Ditchbook

MViTDiTeach Jan 12 @ 10:23 PM EST

If only we had iPads. Getting small set to get started though! #DitchBook

In reply to @KarlyMoura

rachelmarker Jan 12 @ 10:23 PM EST

In @AdobeSpark, Sean? #Ditchbook

In reply to @polonerd, @craigklement, @AndersonEdTech, @kimforuria, @canva, @AdobeSpark

emosier3 Jan 12 @ 10:23 PM EST

Ha! Attempting to match the millenial language....you in, Doug?! #DitchBook

In reply to @wpmsad, @polonerd

polonerd Jan 12 @ 10:23 PM EST

That's a solid effort right there. #Ditchbook

In reply to @emosier3

AndersonEdTech Jan 12 @ 10:23 PM EST

A4: I just discovered today the ability to submit a file as an answer in Google Forms, am I late to the party? #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:20 PM EST

Q4: What other changes/updates to Google tools/products are you excited about? Or sad about? #DitchBook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:23 PM EST

That's a good point. I do have some who have motion sickness with it. #ditchbook

In reply to @KarlyMoura

wpmsad Jan 12 @ 10:23 PM EST

Fo sure, we tight fam! #DitchBook

In reply to @emosier3, @polonerd

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:23 PM EST

Ha ha ha not TOO late =) #Ditchbook

In reply to @AndersonEdTech

rachelmarker Jan 12 @ 10:23 PM EST

Oooh, wish I could go! Come to Montana! #Ditchbook

In reply to @AndersonEdTech, @craigklement, @AdobeSpark

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:23 PM EST

THIS would be great. Can resort to having another T add you to his/her class so you can see student side. #DitchBook

BenvengaJoe Jan 12 @ 10:22 PM EST

A4: Hoping for a "Student View" choice in Classroom for teachers to make modeling the steps/screencasts more authentic for S's. #ditchbook

acottos Jan 12 @ 10:23 PM EST

I'm really glad I stopped in to this chat! Im kind of new to Google features, but I'm getting more excited to try stuff out! #DitchBook

LaurieAnastasio Jan 12 @ 10:24 PM EST

This was a huge aha for me from @JenRoberts1 at #edcampsd #ditchbook

In reply to @KarlyMoura, @JenRoberts1

ARutschke Jan 12 @ 10:24 PM EST

Me TOO!it is awesome for 1st gr to be able to create using speech to text, to do that in slides would be AMAZING #ditchbook

In reply to @kimforuria

emosier3 Jan 12 @ 10:24 PM EST

Ite. That's tight, yo. #DitchBook

In reply to @wpmsad, @polonerd

FoleyKev Jan 12 @ 10:24 PM EST

A4.Can I mention a picture book called Window by jennie Baker.I t is a must with great potential for all ages #ditchbook

tarheelbd Jan 12 @ 10:24 PM EST

A4 Still waiting on an announcement post tool on the new @Google Sites. I love the easier Google Drive integration. #DitchBook

In reply to @Google

AndersonEdTech Jan 12 @ 10:24 PM EST

I have a camper and several fly rods, GAME ON! #ditchbook

In reply to @rachelmarker

wpmsad Jan 12 @ 10:24 PM EST

Its not tight, its LIT! #DitchBook

In reply to @emosier3, @polonerd

polonerd Jan 12 @ 10:24 PM EST

Replace brochure project w/ Spark Page. #DitchBook

In reply to @rachelmarker, @craigklement, @AndersonEdTech, @kimforuria, @canva, @AdobeSpark

brianrozinsky Jan 12 @ 10:24 PM EST

Saw this one via @RunnerGirl13_1, which I'm passing along: https://t.co/oq2VUYTH2v #ditchbook

In reply to @kimforuria, @RunnerGirl13_1

craigklement - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:24 PM EST

A4: we already mentioned earlier, but all the Google classroom updates help out so much #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:24 PM EST

TOTAL game changer. Just took kids on an Expedition today. Learned about WW2! #Ditchbook

In reply to @LaurieAnastasio, @JenRoberts1

judyblakeney Jan 12 @ 10:24 PM EST

A4: Like the new google classroom ability to assign to individuals for differentiation #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:20 PM EST

Q4: What other changes/updates to Google tools/products are you excited about? Or sad about? #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:24 PM EST

Q5: What changes would you like to see in the future to any Google product? #DitchBook

MrsStephenson3 Jan 12 @ 10:24 PM EST

how do u use team drive differently than a shared folder? #curiois #ditchbook

In reply to @EdTechMason

MistyMitchellm Jan 12 @ 10:24 PM EST

A4: I miss research tool in docs 😞#DitchBook

emosier3 Jan 12 @ 10:24 PM EST

I said that one already. Hadn't remembered to use it again! #DitchBook

In reply to @wpmsad, @polonerd

AndersonEdTech Jan 12 @ 10:24 PM EST

I thought I heard about it, so I did a search and found it, that is a GOLD MINE! #ditchbook

In reply to @KarlyMoura

rachelmarker Jan 12 @ 10:25 PM EST

WHAT? How have we not discussed this? #Ditchbook

In reply to @jmattmiller

sdtitmas Jan 12 @ 10:25 PM EST

@KarlyMoura Good to know! I observed a T using G cardboard but thought Id be unable to with my larger class size. #ditchbook

In reply to @jmattmiller, @KarlyMoura

ReginaFreeland Jan 12 @ 10:25 PM EST

A3: Agree w/ others about Sites -- More features & design optionsneeded. Some themes havent changed in 20 yrs! #Ditchbook

LaurieAnastasio Jan 12 @ 10:25 PM EST

But they're back now :) #ditchbook

In reply to @KarlyMoura

MsDrasby Jan 12 @ 10:25 PM EST

Q4 #ditchbook I like the explore feature within Google Sheets and the way it supports data analysis

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:25 PM EST

Me too =( #Ditchbook

In reply to @MistyMitchellm

MrSteinhauser Jan 12 @ 10:25 PM EST

avoid hang outs - use @FreeConfCall instead - much better quality and you can have more Ss on one call than Skype #ditchbook

In reply to @MrsStephenson3, @FreeConfCall

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:25 PM EST

A5: I'm just putting this out there ... Google Microwave. Google Search for food and it makes it. #DitchBook

AndersonEdTech Jan 12 @ 10:25 PM EST

Or create simple blog type post with it #ditchbook

In reply to @polonerd, @rachelmarker, @craigklement, @kimforuria, @canva, @AdobeSpark

StefaniePitzer Jan 12 @ 10:25 PM EST

Love the #DitchBook chat. Learning so many things I need to explore in Google!

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:25 PM EST

She certainly is, isn't she Judy??? #DitchBook

In reply to @judyblakeney, @KarlyMoura

Ron_Martiello Jan 12 @ 10:25 PM EST

A3 I would suggest that Google add Explore tool to Sites. Love Explore tool in Docs and Slides. #DitchBook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:25 PM EST

It's pretty cool. Kids are LOVING it! #Ditchbook

In reply to @sdtitmas, @jmattmiller

jennifuhs4 Jan 12 @ 10:25 PM EST

A5: Such a silly request, but I'd love to be able to embed a video from my drive in GoogleSlides (not link) #DitchBook

In reply to @jmattmiller

rachelmarker Jan 12 @ 10:25 PM EST

NICE! I'm a great tour guide! We'll hitch our camper up, too :) #Ditchbook

In reply to @AndersonEdTech

LaurieAnastasio Jan 12 @ 10:25 PM EST

A5: I would like page level permissions in new google sites. #ditchbook

EdTechMason Jan 12 @ 10:26 PM EST

A5 - The ability to create groups and folders in Google Classroom. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:24 PM EST

Q5: What changes would you like to see in the future to any Google product? #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:26 PM EST

Excellent! Thanks for popping in Adam. Hope to see you again! #DitchBook

In reply to @acottos

wpmsad Jan 12 @ 10:26 PM EST

#DitchBook

In reply to @jmattmiller

jkervs Jan 12 @ 10:26 PM EST

A5: I REALLY want them to rename "About" section "Resources"! That's where we post Class Materials, so it should be called that! #DitchBook

kavester Jan 12 @ 10:26 PM EST

Does anyone have a #hyperdoc for #solvingequations? #ditchbook

CodyMaze Jan 12 @ 10:26 PM EST

A3: excited about new Sites...only played a bit. Old sites was NOT for me. #NotACoder #DitchBook

judyblakeney Jan 12 @ 10:26 PM EST

A5 More flexibility& features in #googlesites and expansion of #googleplus somehow I think it should be more #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:24 PM EST

Q5: What changes would you like to see in the future to any Google product? #DitchBook

MsDrasby Jan 12 @ 10:26 PM EST

#ditchbook I would like to see the citations function added to a Google Slides

In reply to @LaurieAnastasio, @KarlyMoura

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:26 PM EST

LOL It's totally awesome! #Ditchbook

In reply to @rachelmarker, @jmattmiller

ReginaFreeland Jan 12 @ 10:26 PM EST

A3: Haven't tried Expeditions. Wondering how to use it. ?? #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:26 PM EST

YES! #DitchBook

polonerd Jan 12 @ 10:24 PM EST

Replace brochure project w/ Spark Page. #DitchBook
In reply to @rachelmarker, @craigklement, @AndersonEdTech, @kimforuria, @canva, @AdobeSpark

SteinbrinkLaura Jan 12 @ 10:26 PM EST

A4: No complaints with any updates /changes. Love ❤️ the Easybib extension for Docs when doing research papers. #DitchBook

sdtitmas Jan 12 @ 10:26 PM EST

I will try it ASAP. Maybe even tomorrow! #DitchBook

In reply to @KarlyMoura, @jmattmiller

MrSteinhauser Jan 12 @ 10:26 PM EST

A5: I would like a "locker" in Classroom so I can organize files 4 easy Ss access, groups in classroom, embedded Forms 4 quizzes #ditchbook

rachelmarker Jan 12 @ 10:26 PM EST

Yeah, it sounds amazing! Okay. First on my To Do tmrw! #Ditchbook

In reply to @KarlyMoura, @jmattmiller

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:26 PM EST

A5 Would LOVE to see Google Drawings app for the ipad! #Ditchbook

LaurieAnastasio Jan 12 @ 10:27 PM EST

A5: I'm struggling with youtube live as hangout on air. Just not getting it. #ditchbook

AndersonEdTech Jan 12 @ 10:27 PM EST

A5: iPad app for Drawings and Forms, it's a drag that those haven't happened yet #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:24 PM EST

Q5: What changes would you like to see in the future to any Google product? #DitchBook

kimforuria Jan 12 @ 10:27 PM EST

A5. Speech to text option in all google drive tools! #Ditchbook

mpotter44 Jan 12 @ 10:27 PM EST

Beyond the title, was Google Educator certification helpful to you as an educator compared to "fiddling"? #DitchBook

jennifuhs4 Jan 12 @ 10:27 PM EST

I thought so too :P #DitchBook

In reply to @SAMRiCroupe, @jmattmiller

MrsStephenson3 Jan 12 @ 10:27 PM EST

Me too! #ditchbook

jennifuhs4 Jan 12 @ 10:25 PM EST

A5: Such a silly request, but I'd love to be able to embed a video from my drive in GoogleSlides (not link) #DitchBook
In reply to @jmattmiller

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:27 PM EST

YES! So easy! My colleague said "Wow these kids would NOT be this excited with our textbook..." #Ditchbook

In reply to @sdtitmas, @jmattmiller

emosier3 Jan 12 @ 10:27 PM EST

A5: Minor thing change - ability to assign points 2 an assignment right when assigning it as opposed to when grading. Not my idea #DitchBook

BioMsJenn Jan 12 @ 10:27 PM EST

A5: More features for Sites. #ditchbook

MaureenHosinski Jan 12 @ 10:27 PM EST

Shared repository of lesson for google classroom #DitchBook

rachelmarker Jan 12 @ 10:27 PM EST

Help me understand how it's diff from a shared folder?! #Ditchbook

In reply to @EdTechMason

LaurieAnastasio Jan 12 @ 10:27 PM EST

Not silly - that would be great! #ditchbook

In reply to @jennifuhs4, @jmattmiller

AndersonEdTech Jan 12 @ 10:27 PM EST

Eliminates a lot of steps of sharing and editing files, I love #teamDrives #ditchbook

In reply to @MrsStephenson3, @EdTechMason

tarheelbd Jan 12 @ 10:28 PM EST

A5 I would like to see a Remove Background for cropping pictures in @googledocs & Slides. Drawing tool for Google Drawing #DitchBook

In reply to @googledocs

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:28 PM EST

That only makes sense ... GDrive and YT are both Google owned. Why not??? Great point! #DitchBook

In reply to @jennifuhs4

StefaniePitzer Jan 12 @ 10:28 PM EST

YES! I completely agree #DitchBook

In reply to @jennifuhs4, @jmattmiller

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:28 PM EST

NOT SILLY! Would love that feature too! #Ditchbook

jennifuhs4 Jan 12 @ 10:25 PM EST

A5: Such a silly request, but I'd love to be able to embed a video from my drive in GoogleSlides (not link) #DitchBook
In reply to @jmattmiller

Ron_Martiello Jan 12 @ 10:28 PM EST

Ditto, Lydia! #DitchBook

In reply to @SAMRiCroupe

AnneKamper Jan 12 @ 10:28 PM EST

Sorry I missed it I will have to read up #DitchBook

MistyMitchellm Jan 12 @ 10:28 PM EST

A5: random and specific- I would like to be able to insert a calendar into a google doc. Can u do that? #Ditchbook

rachelmarker Jan 12 @ 10:28 PM EST

@MrSteinhauser Agreed. I hope this is coming soon @GoogleForEdu! #Ditchbook

In reply to @MrSteinhauser, @GoogleForEdu

DMooreSpanish Jan 12 @ 10:28 PM EST

A5 Really happy about the late submission alert. Been wanting it forever #DitchBook

judyblakeney Jan 12 @ 10:28 PM EST

.@KarlyMoura is there a blogpost out there about this? Surely you would know! #ditchbook

In reply to @KarlyMoura

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:19 PM EST

A3 I LOVE that you can take you class on an Expedition & you DON'T need Google Cardboard! Kids can get 360 views on an ipad! #Ditchbook

zonie71 Jan 12 @ 10:28 PM EST

A5: Be able to change a template after making a copy for all Ss on a GDoc and have it change for all Ss who have a copy. #DitchBook

MViTDiTeach Jan 12 @ 10:28 PM EST

You do the video in Drawings and then insert into slides. Takes a while, but it works #ditchbook

In reply to @jennifuhs4, @jmattmiller

jennifuhs4 Jan 12 @ 10:28 PM EST

Yes. I hate having to upload to youtube in order to embed :) #DitchBook

In reply to @jmattmiller

AndersonEdTech Jan 12 @ 10:28 PM EST

Google "scan TV shows directly into my brain" #ditchbook

In reply to @jmattmiller

AnneKamper Jan 12 @ 10:28 PM EST

A5: I would like to assign attachments within an assignment to students not create separate assignments #DitchBook

polonerd Jan 12 @ 10:28 PM EST

That's where paid LMS has the advantage over Classroom. But Google will just continue to improve - they always do #DitchBook

In reply to @MrSteinhauser

rachelmarker Jan 12 @ 10:28 PM EST

How about a #BreakoutEDU from @Jyoung1219?! #Ditchbook

In reply to @Jyoung1219

kimforuria Jan 12 @ 10:22 PM EST

Does anyone have a hyper doc for MLK? #ditchbook

craigklement - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:29 PM EST

A5: schedule posts in multiple classes, ability to design a course outline like iTunesU in addition to a stream in GC #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:29 PM EST

@sdtitmas Here is a list of expeditions available =) https://t.co/iK5dHcJW6m #ditchbook

In reply to @rachelmarker, @jmattmiller, @sdtitmas

mpotter44 Jan 12 @ 10:29 PM EST

what does the extension do? #ditchbook

In reply to @SteinbrinkLaura

ARutschke Jan 12 @ 10:29 PM EST

Great to see you Marilyn! Good to hear G-sites is more user friendly. @Seesaw has been great for my littles! #ditchbook

In reply to @RunnerGirl13_1, @Seesaw

rachelmarker Jan 12 @ 10:29 PM EST

Me three. Not digging the 'explore' replacement. #Ditchbook

In reply to @KarlyMoura, @MistyMitchellm

AndersonEdTech Jan 12 @ 10:29 PM EST

The individual student assignment is a step in that direction! #ditchbook

In reply to @EdTechMason

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:29 PM EST

Need some Google Cardboard VR viewers. Can do a lot just with one or two viewers in class! #DitchBook

In reply to @ReginaFreeland

LaurieAnastasio Jan 12 @ 10:29 PM EST

A5: Would also like to be able to make new sites view only to groups/individuals Using as dig portfolios. Parent view permission #ditchbook

jennifuhs4 Jan 12 @ 10:29 PM EST

WAIT, really? My mind is blown if you can!!! I'm not sure I follow though #DitchBook

In reply to @MViTDiTeach, @jmattmiller

TTmomTT - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:29 PM EST

A5: When you click on assign to multiple classes (GC) you lose the assign to student feature. Would like to assign across classes #ditchbook

SAMRiCroupe Jan 12 @ 10:29 PM EST

OMG! YES! Scheduling posts in multiple classes gets my vote for sure. #ditchbook

craigklement - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:29 PM EST

A5: schedule posts in multiple classes, ability to design a course outline like iTunesU in addition to a stream in GC #ditchbook

JenniferServiss Jan 12 @ 10:29 PM EST

Google internet access free for all #DitchBook

rachelmarker Jan 12 @ 10:29 PM EST

#KarlyRocks Thank you! #Ditchbook

In reply to @KarlyMoura, @jmattmiller, @sdtitmas

judyblakeney Jan 12 @ 10:29 PM EST

.@KarlyMoura that is a good call! Bring back Research and citations. #EnglishTeachersDreamComeTrue #DitchBook

In reply to @KarlyMoura

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 12 @ 10:22 PM EST

A4 I was bummed when Research turned into Explore and they took away the citations =( #Ditchbook

MrsStephenson3 Jan 12 @ 10:29 PM EST

Thanks for the chat #DitchBook ! Looking forward to joining you all again!

MrSteinhauser Jan 12 @ 10:29 PM EST

Ya, we also have School Loop. @Edmodo also allows this. I just want ONE place that does EVERYTHING I want haha #ditchbook

In reply to @polonerd, @edmodo