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AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Hi everyone! I’m your moderator for #ETCoaches chat tonight. First Q coming soon. In the meantime, introduce yourselves!

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:01 PM EDT

We will be using Q1: and A1: format. Don’t forget the hashtag #ETCoaches on your tweets! I’m Allison from Lansing, MI Tech Integrationist

MrsMHenning - Moderator May 31 @ 8:03 PM EDT

@AllisonKEDU #ETCoaches - Thanks for moderating tonight!

Katie_M_Ritter - Moderator May 31 @ 8:03 PM EDT

#ETCoaches hi all! Katie from Cincinnati, OH!

danieltmares May 31 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Daniel from Niles, MI going to be in and out most of the night in my first #ETCoaches chat!

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:04 PM EDT

@danieltmares Thanks for joining, Daniel! Jump in when you can! #ETCoaches

MsHaughs May 31 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Hi #ETCoaches! Finally joining in again after a very long hiatus! Amanda, Math/Tech Coach in NorCal

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:05 PM EDT

We’re talking successes tonight - sharing them, celebrating them. Join us! #ETCoaches #edtech #michED

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:05 PM EDT

@MsHaughs Welcome back, Amanda! Happy to have you here! #ETCoaches

MrsMHenning - Moderator May 31 @ 8:05 PM EDT

@danieltmares #ETCoaches Welcome!!

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Q1: As our school year winds down, how do you determine whether it was a “successful” year or not? #ETCoaches

Katie_M_Ritter - Moderator May 31 @ 8:07 PM EDT

@MsHaughs better late than never! 😉 #ETCoaches

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: I find success in reflecting on all the projects and connections Ss made. Reflecting with Ts on tech goals set in Sept. #ETCoaches

ShanaVWhite May 31 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: At least one T became better in integrating tech to enhance student learning. Positive direction your building is going #ETCoaches

danieltmares May 31 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: I reflect upon the year & look back to the starting point - I look to see if there was measurable & unmeasurable growth #ETCoaches

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:10 PM EDT

@danieltmares Reflection is such powerful tool and so great it’s sort of built into our jobs, right? #ETCoaches

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:11 PM EDT

@ShanaVWhite Reaching one is better than reaching none. Great positive outlook! #ETCoaches

danieltmares May 31 @ 8:11 PM EDT

.@AllisonKEDU to be successful, it has to be built into many of the jobs within education, whether you are #ETCoaches or not!

MsHaughs May 31 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1: As a new TOSA, it was all about building relationships. Got more calls than I ever expected. Ts desire to be coached=success! #ETCoaches

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:11 PM EDT

@danieltmares Agreed. Education is lucky that way with the “natural” goal setting. Other jobs don’t get that as much. #ETCoaches

MsHaughs May 31 @ 8:12 PM EDT

@ShanaVWhite Such a good reminder-- it's not about quantity but quality! #ETCoaches

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:12 PM EDT

@MsHaughs Wonderful measure of success. This was my 2nd year & in some blogs measured success if they remember my name/job! #ETCoaches

danieltmares May 31 @ 8:13 PM EDT

.@AllisonKEDU right. plus, ours is much more meaningful than many! We impact lives. We don’t strive to meet a sales goal #ETCoaches

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Q2: What is your most memorable moment/biggest success this year with Ts and/or Ss? #ETCoaches

MsHaughs May 31 @ 8:14 PM EDT

@AllisonKEDU Ha! So true! Not sure everyone knows my name yet, but they at least seem to recognize me ;) #ETCoaches

EdTechCoaches - Moderator May 31 @ 8:15 PM EDT

Make plans to attend the #ETCoaches annual meeting at #ISTE2016 Monday June 27, 5:30-6:45pm MDT. See you there!

ShanaVWhite May 31 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: Google Expeditions and having our first Digital Learning Day be so successful. Both were great victories for both Ts and Ss. #ETCoaches

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: My biggest success is seeing a T utilize GAFE (esp. forms) to move to a more paperless classroom & engage Ss #ETCoaches

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:17 PM EDT

@ShanaVWhite Wonderful! What did you do for Digital Learning Day? Also interested in hearing more apt Expeditions #ETCoaches

MsHaughs May 31 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: Fave moment was T who sent TY email wk after demo to say she already recreated lesson! Quick shift in instruction=exciting! #ETCoaches

danieltmares May 31 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: Making strides with Ss on the impact of social media and practicing good #DigitalCitizenship + and implementing an LMS #ETCoaches

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:17 PM EDT

.@MsHaughs Yes!! Love it when that happens! #ETCoaches

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:18 PM EDT

.@danieltmares Awesome success! How are you implementing #digcit? What LMS did you use? #ETCoaches

ShanaVWhite May 31 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@AllisonKEDU Here's our infographic for digital learning day. Tech held up and great learning for all Ss. #ETCoaches https://t.co/tns3XB9gey

danieltmares May 31 @ 8:19 PM EDT

.@AllisonKEDU assemblies and small groups. brought PD in to talk different aspects of law. work on copyright & understanding plag #ETCoaches

Katie_M_Ritter - Moderator May 31 @ 8:20 PM EDT

#ETCoaches A2: I loved seeing things in action after showing teachers. The teachers were willing to take big risks bc they felt confident!

danieltmares May 31 @ 8:20 PM EDT

.@AllisonKEDU we explored OneNote Classnotebook to @CanvasLMS & think we landed on Canvas as we have @PLTWorg in school too #ETCoaches

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:21 PM EDT

@Katie_M_Ritter That confidence boost is huge. Only takes one success to get buy in! #ETCoaches

Katie_M_Ritter - Moderator May 31 @ 8:21 PM EDT

@MsHaughs @AllisonKEDU as long as they know how to find you & get ahold of you, you're in good shape! #ETCoaches

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@danieltmares @CanvasLMS @PLTWorg Interesting. We are partly GAFE district and partly Office 365. Hard to settle on one w/split #ETCoaches

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Phew, time is flying! Q3: How do you give teachers and students the opportunity to share their successes? #ETCoaches

danieltmares May 31 @ 8:23 PM EDT

.@AllisonKEDU we fit the same. Office365 is the one that we are to use, but we have GAFE for @PLTWorg courses. need to settle #ETCoaches

MsHaughs May 31 @ 8:23 PM EDT

@ShanaVWhite Th @AllisonKEDU This is so neat! How did you use the infographic? #ETcoaches

ShanaVWhite May 31 @ 8:24 PM EDT

@MsHaughs @AllisonKEDU share with parents, district people and others in our school so they could visit classes. #ETCoaches

MsHaughs May 31 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3: I showcase T work in my newsletter & ask Ts to co-present topics with me in district mtgs/PD #ETcoaches

EdTechCoaches - Moderator May 31 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Stop by and meet other #ETCoaches during the PLN Networking fair at #ISTE2016 Sunday June 26, 3-5pm MDT https://t.co/L4qbgvwpBn

Katie_M_Ritter - Moderator May 31 @ 8:25 PM EDT

@danieltmares @AllisonKEDU very cool! I did something similar a couple years ago! #ETCoaches https://t.co/AOawKbyp5V

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A3: We tried to utilize late-start days to share “tech tips” or explain how a T has used a particular tool or app. #ETCoaches

MsHaughs May 31 @ 8:25 PM EDT

@ShanaVWhite @AllisonKEDU I love that!! #ETcoaches

ShanaVWhite May 31 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A3: Our principal allows a T to share a tech tip/idea at faculty meetings. One of my goals is to get more Ss work shown next yr. #ETCoaches

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:26 PM EDT

I think it’s so much more powerful for Ts to see/hear from other Ts using a tool. #ETCoaches

danieltmares May 31 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3: highlight & share at PD. Also, have an internal blog that Ts can share their stories with tools/apps they use. More authentic #ETCoaches

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:27 PM EDT

One of my goals is to have a floating sub that would allow Ts to visit other Ts classrooms throughout the day. Reflect at end #ETCoaches

MsHaughs May 31 @ 8:27 PM EDT

@AllisonKEDU Several of our sites are working on this now! Ts loving it! #ETcoaches

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:28 PM EDT

@MsHaughs So powerful. And allows Ts to see implementation, envision for own classroom. Much higher rate of implementation I bet. #ETCoaches

danieltmares May 31 @ 8:29 PM EDT

.@Katie_M_Ritter @AllisonKEDU such an important step to take with Ss because Ts voice will only go so far! find outside voices #ETCoaches

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Semi-related - would love to see the way we deliver PD & set tech goals revamped #ETCoaches

danieltmares May 31 @ 8:30 PM EDT

.@AllisonKEDU what would that look like? How do we do it? I think that theres a huge commitment with Connected Educators to help #ETCoaches

MrsMHenning - Moderator May 31 @ 8:30 PM EDT

@AllisonKEDU #ETCoaches Fabulous idea!

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Q4: Some Ts are very eager to share. How do you encourage reluctant Ts to share their successes? #ETCoaches

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@danieltmares More of a coaching & feedback model. Ts choose their goals (1-3) and have specific & targeted PD to help meet #ETCoaches

ShanaVWhite May 31 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A4: Give them confidence. Equip them with knowledge. Take a back seat as a coach and empower them to assert themselves #ETCoaches

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@danieltmares We meet many times throughout the yr, evaluate & assess. Set new goals as old ones are met #ETCoaches

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@danieltmares Challenge is, I think, the time & level of commitment from all - admin, Ts, and coaches. #ETCoaches

MsHaughs May 31 @ 8:32 PM EDT

@AllisonKEDU Looking fwd to seeing others' responses-- need suggestions. Right now I share their work anonymously w/permission #ETcoaches

hapyeaster May 31 @ 8:32 PM EDT

I'm moving to a 365 dist away from GAfE and I'm in a panic! #ETCoaches what's 365 like? https://t.co/XUSIXT9woQ

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:22 PM EDT

@danieltmares @CanvasLMS @PLTWorg Interesting. We are partly GAFE district and partly Office 365. Hard to settle on one w/split #ETCoaches

danieltmares May 31 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A4: Provide safe zone & control the voices. The same Ts can’t share all the time. same way to have more voices in the classroom #ETCoaches

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:33 PM EDT

.@MsHaughs I think starting small - have Ts share one “little” thing they do in a staff mtg. makes it low risk; build a movement #ETCoaches

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:34 PM EDT

.@hapyeaster I LOVE GAFE & haven’t explore all of 365 fully. But know they are doing a lot for interactivity & creation online #ETCoaches

danieltmares May 31 @ 8:34 PM EDT

.@hapyeaster it will take some getting used to, the integration into Office Suite is nice. Structure and tools are different tho #ETCoaches

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A4: We have a district newsletter, but I utilize my personal blog, Twitter, & Facebook more to share Ss work and Ts connecting #ETCoaches

ingetang May 31 @ 8:35 PM EDT

The latest praxis!! https://t.co/pRCLmBX2f5 Thanks to @amhk1 @JoelFanMusic @EMBASSYInterior #edtech #etcoaches

hooperc97 May 31 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A4 I've asked quieter teachers to help facilitate pd, with another teacher if needed to boost confidence #ETCoaches

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Hardest part I find with district newsletters is that for Ts, it’s “one more thing” and falls to the bottom of the list #ETCoaches

danieltmares May 31 @ 8:36 PM EDT

.@AllisonKEDU how are you creating it? Is it a PDF that they have to open? What about using MailChimp or Smore to share? #ETCoaches

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Could have Ss be in charge of tweeting out (or posting in a closed LMS) once/week what they’ve learned? Anyone using instagram? #ETCoaches

hapyeaster May 31 @ 8:37 PM EDT

I'm moving into an instructional strategist position in a neighboring district. #ETCoaches https://t.co/uZWRbCwl4h

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:34 PM EDT

.@hapyeaster Why the move? Just curious

hooperc97 May 31 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A4 Finding ways for teachers to share in smaller groups can help break down the silos #ETCoaches

hapyeaster May 31 @ 8:39 PM EDT

I've just been full force GAfE for so long, certified, 1:1; hard to imagine anything as glorious #ETCoaches https://t.co/ra05G01O8J

danieltmares May 31 @ 8:34 PM EDT

.@hapyeaster it will take some getting used to, the integration into Office Suite is nice. Structure and tools are different tho #ETCoaches

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Q5: I know this seems sort of obvious, but…Why are success stories important to your school? #ETCoaches

ShanaVWhite May 31 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A5: Helps reinforce you are on the right path. Helps encourage the Cs that they are doing a good job. We need encouragement too #ETCoaches

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:41 PM EDT

@ShanaVWhite Absolutely! We all like to hear positive feedback and that what we’re doing is good! #ETCoaches

danieltmares May 31 @ 8:41 PM EDT

.@hapyeaster its not the tool, its how it is used! You’ll find a way. similar background and had to adjust as well. took time #ETCoaches

danieltmares May 31 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A5: Help to show the opportunities of #EDtech in the classroom and the endless possibilities of tech improving education for Ss #ETCoaches

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A5: Teaching in MI is a bit challenging of late so it’s impt for Ts to feel empowered and encouraged, not defeated & demoralized #ETCoaches

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:42 PM EDT

@danieltmares I think this is key, esp for Ts who might not be fully on board with #edtech #ETCoaches

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:43 PM EDT

We’ve been using social media more to share Ss stories and experiences. Easier for parents to re-share & get positive news out #ETCoaches

danieltmares May 31 @ 8:44 PM EDT

.@hooperc97 @hapyeaster Sway is a pretty cool story telling tool - i like it a lot and so do my students when they create a story #ETCoaches

EdTechCoaches - Moderator May 31 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Don’t miss the lineup of great presenters at the #ISTE2016 #ETCoaches Playground Tuesday June 28, 9:30-1 MDT https://t.co/sxlONpvE5M

hooperc97 May 31 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A5 Help your teachers get their success stories out, fosters continued creativity and encouragement #ETCoaches

danieltmares May 31 @ 8:45 PM EDT

.@AllisonKEDU so important to provide the chunks to get them over the tipping point - need to find more ways to help Ts get there #ETCoaches

hapyeaster May 31 @ 8:45 PM EDT

@hooperc97 @danieltmares yes, saw Sway at TCEA, so I'm excited to use it! #ETCoaches

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:45 PM EDT

@danieltmares @hooperc97 @hapyeaster Have heard a little bit about Sway. Any examples you can share? #ETCoaches

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Q6: What do you do to ensure you end your school year successfully? Or begin your school year successfully? #ETCoaches

hooperc97 May 31 @ 8:46 PM EDT

@hapyeaster @danieltmares one day you'll be able to use this transition experience as an example to your new teachers #ETCoaches

MsHaughs May 31 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A6: Wrapping up the yr by reflecting on what worked/what didn't in yr1 Making adjustments & outlining coaching goals for next yr #ETcoaches

hooperc97 May 31 @ 8:48 PM EDT

@AllisonKEDU @danieltmares @hapyeaster I don't have any as we are still only gafe but would like to explore it more #ETCoaches

danieltmares May 31 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A6: Reflect. Continue to build PLN to get more ideas and look for ways to implement. Meet with Admin to set goals for next year #ETCoaches

ShanaVWhite May 31 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A6: Continuing to learn this summer. Planning for the fall now. New ideas/plans for year 2 as tech coord at my school #ETCoaches

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A6: I use an eval form after each coaching session & EOY to assess T goals & my own coaching. sometimes scary to be vulnerable #ETCoaches

hooperc97 May 31 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A6 check in with all teachers I can, especially ones who were new this year, reflect #ETCoaches

MrsMHenning - Moderator May 31 @ 8:51 PM EDT

@AllisonKEDU #ETCoaches Yes it can be scary, but very smart thing to do.

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:52 PM EDT

@MrsMHenning Agreed! Most Ts are nice…but you always remember the not-so-nice ones! They are ones you grow most from tho! #ETCoaches

hooperc97 May 31 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A6 begin prepping for new year with some new tools, how-to vids, get up on updates, etc #ETCoaches

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:53 PM EDT

@hooperc97 I love creating videos/screencasts when I have real time instead of my quick ones rife w/ “uhh” and “um” #ETCoaches

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Q7: What goals do you set for the year to ensure success? Or, how do you work with Admin to ensure you’re utilized? #ETCoaches

hooperc97 May 31 @ 8:54 PM EDT

@AllisonKEDU yes, great to have them ready as go-to s in the fall #ETCoaches

EdTechCoaches - Moderator May 31 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Thanks @AllisonKEDU for moderating the #ETCoaches chat today and our PLN for participating. Hope to see you at #ISTE2016

HubbardsStacy May 31 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Plan PD for next year based on teacher feedback #ETCoaches

ShanaVWhite May 31 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A7: Meet with them regularly. Make sure my vision matches school goals. Share passionately. Use feedback from Ts/Ss as a guide #ETCoaches

AllisonKEDU May 31 @ 8:57 PM EDT

Thank you to all who participated in #ETCoaches chat! Hope to see many of you at #ISTE2016!!

danieltmares May 31 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A7: We are exploring 1:1 and full LMS integration into the school, next year will focus on that. Meet with admin to set goals #ETCoaches

danieltmares May 31 @ 8:58 PM EDT

.@AllisonKEDU thank you for moderating tonight! I enjoyed the chat! #ETCoaches

MrsMHenning - Moderator May 31 @ 8:59 PM EDT

@AllisonKEDU #ETCoaches - THANK YOU for two great sessions today!