#satchat Archive
#Satchat is a weekly Twitter conversation for current and emerging school leaders that takes place every Saturday morning at 7:30 EST. Co-founders and co-moderators are Brad Currie, Scott Rocco, and Billy Krakower. #Satchat's mission is to expand educator's Personal Learning Network (PLNs) that in turn will promote the success of all students.
Saturday January 16, 2016
Thanks for the opportunity to chat this morning about Social Media in Higher Education. Please introduce yourselves.
Rich, 4th Garde Teacher. 65 degrees, warm and sunny here in Florida :-)
GM Foggy in Fort Lauderdale today!
Good morning . Carol ELA consultant from Long Island here for the convo.
Good morning and welcome to . I'm honored to introduce my former college professor and today's guest moderator
Good morning ! Hope everyone had a great week this week. Hope to join in the convo. I am Chris from NJ, a K-8 Principal.
Thank you for moderating on . Finally! I'm a highered student at
Breakfast with my son in the rainy suburbs of Boston and then easing into .
Hi @ all ! I am Torsten from Frankfurt / Main (Germany). Edcuator, Senior-Lecturer (media didactics), Speaker, founder
And so begins another .. urbie, instructional designer from arizona
Good morning, ! Daria from Plainfield, NJ- WL teacher, PhD student
good morning everyone. I am looking forward to a great discussion.
Good Morning Looking forward to learning with you today!
Christina from MD, ELA teacher
PrincipalMN: Good Morning from MN -30 wind chill bradmcurrie ScottRRocco wkrakower mgcjusa LisaMeade23 https://t.co/0tHH3gB3H9
Congrats on the book, Brad. Happy to join this morning. Maureen,elem teacher, MA (taught teacher candidates this fall)
Good Morning from Pete Moran teach in NJ live in PA
Hello . Sue from Hamilton, Ontario Glad to be able to join in again.
I have a dream... that higher ed would connect more with high schools and other grade levels.
Aloha ! WInston, secondary principal from Hawaii
Thanks, Brad. Happy to be here.
Always great to have you on
Lisa from Hershey, PA. I just signed up to be virtual co-op for a preservice teacher this week, so the timing of is perfect.
Josh McLaughlin, Arlington Public Schools. Mild weather in Arlington, Va today.
Good morning everyone from NJ. Proud MS principal of an outstanding school. So great to have leading about higher edu
Good morning Mark G from wet-n-warm Southern NJ checking in. 5th grade teach!
A:1 To not use social media ignores reality. How to use it effectively to foster learning is the question.
Bonnie Curran, Librarian from Richboro Middle S. jOining from Newtown, Pennsy Good Morning All!
Good morning, . Jay, principal from Merton, WI, checking in.
Brad Currie, Evolving Educators LLC Founding Partner, New Jersey
Good morning, ! Ben here from Western NC. Physics & Math teacher.
Good rainy morning , Mary HS Business Ed teacher from CT
Good morning, ! High school French teacher near Charlotte. Last time I taught in , cell phones were still flippy & dumb. 😂
Thank you sir.. i really enjoy the new stuff. it's all new!
Just listening in today. Terri from Florida. Primary teacher
I was briefly in Frankfurt Main over the holidays. Enjoyed some wurst!
Good morning Michael. Looking forward to the
Good morning! MS teacher from NJ here just getting into twitter chats!
Lynne, District Supervisor, Library Media, Broward Schools.
Good morning ! Heather, Staff Development Director from chilly Omaha, NE.
A1 Social media offers an opportunity for educators to quickly access vast information.
Good morning friends! Kristin from Lansing, MI. I will be here for about half of the time before heading to a workout
Buenos dias! Abe from NYC. VP of an elementary school. What's up?
Good morning Chris from KY
Ah did you. Hope you enjoyed your stay.
Good morning . Jacie, asst. super from Pittsburgh.
What’s a pre-service teacher?
Hi Good Morning Spiri from PA, G&T
Hello all, Greg is here. Ele. Admin. From Chattanooga, TN
good morning from Illinois!
Good morning ! I teach first year writing courses at St. John's University in NYC.
Good morning from VA! Cyndi, Dir. of Inst. Excited to learn from our PLN :)
. Thanks, Billy. Always nice to have a greeting echoed back!
Thanks for joining us Bonnie!
Jason from NY. HS AP. Good morning
Jacqueline, teacher, northern NJ joining the chat.
Good Morning, Lisa from Ohio.
Eric from Ohio Middle School Principal, believe social media should be used to promote the positives in your school
Good morning . Dennis, Middle School Principal, from Long Island, NY.
Good morning, peeps from Northeastern PA.
Preservice teachers need a good foundation for their future instruction efforts. Social media like Pinterest helps.
Thanks for joining us Glenn!
Goodmorning Susan from NJ ☔️
Good morning from VT. Tech innovation coach.
Good Morning evetrybody - Don - Long Island MS principal
Hey Glenn! Juli-Anne also in fab NJ! Everything literacy, middle school Hellllllo
In presenting earlier this at the conference, pre service students were not aware of all of the possibilities like
good morning Mike in MD, 6th grade PYP teacher.
Great to have you on the chat
That's a great way to start the weekend. Does one need a for ?
Good Morning, ! Brenda, elementary assistant principal from Massachusetts!
Good morning Kelly, School Librarian for a K-8 district in soggy NJ joining in!
Evening from Sydney. Andrea - nearing the end of school holidays.
Congrats to for being named Digital Principal of The Year
Good morning. Listening to the rhythm of the falling rain here in MA! Elem Tech integrator
Good morning, good to see you again.
Welcome Winston! Must be really late in Hawaii!
"Soggy NJ"=you got that right! Good morning from Plainfield :)
Tools like , Twitter, and FB groups are essential for effective preservice teacher . The keep the conversation going
My post-The world needs more Dr. Curran's. He is truly leading the way and so many others in higher edu should take notes!
Jamie, instructional strategies coach from NJ here
So cool to see so many at !
Good morning . Emily, social studies teacher in NY.
Hi all! Ken from NJ, Supervisor of Instruction. Checking periodically but will be back to read later too!
Welcome Principal of the Year so glad to have you with us!
Chris from GA. HS math. Currently in Nashville at hospital w/Mom so I may be in & out of chat.
good morning from McKinney TX
. I suspect I'm not the only one on who's now thinking, ""?
Q1Should social media be used in teacher education preparation specifically for pre-service teachers?
At your next stay – give me a hint and we can dring apple wine and share ideas
Where in NJ, I am down south in Burlington county
Good morning Lori, Professional Development specialist
morning Daria! NJ is in the house! Juli-Anne in Roselle. Wonderful to learn with you.
Heyoooooo our moderator. Good evening to you in Australia!
Thanks for the mention. Glad to be here!
A1 No. ;-) SoMe should be used in all parts of teacher training, not especially for pre-service teachers.
Denis, K-12 Math Supervisor from NJ and Adjunct Prof art commnity college loving this connected chat today
A1: (part 2) Also future teachers need to learn & model building a PLN on social media is 1 part of that process
Aloha Bill, yes its 2:36. Can't wait for daylight savings time when moves back to 1:30 am
A1: Yes. We vet Ts here on Twitter all testify to the value of the PLN. This is a MUST for preservice Ts. Open Minds in Year 1!
A3: As many as possible: what you will actually use depends on so many variables, best to learn how to navigate many different apps
Happy Saturday from Owasso, OK. Amber McMath 7th Lang arts.
Always glad to have you with us Dennis!
Good Morning - it's a balmy -12 degrees in Grand Forks this morning.
Ned, superintendent from VT. Been awhile
Thanks and for making so valuable!
Taught undergrads who want to teach this fall, told to use term "teacher candidates" rather than pre-service, does it matter?
I still haven't jumped into voxer yet. How are educators using it?
Good morning a bit late. Bill Carozza-elem. principal from NH
a1 we need more of our administrators to keep up with technology and be lead learners TOO.
can't arrive in my hands or on my bookshelf soon enough. So so looking forward!
Good morning! Cindy Reasoner, Principal Amelia ES in central VA.
A1: It's vital that pre-service Ts build a vibrant network of mentors and peers - F2F and virtual. Social media enables the latter.
outlets like Twitter and Voxer provide a 24/7 help center with positive professionals who not only want to help, they want to grow
Good morning , Kayla, Ed tech coach from Knoxville, Tn
Once the connection is made, … ;-) At what time does the come into alignment for ?
Thanks good sir! I had as a professor at & I also speak to his Ss now- Very honored!
Good morning-Doug MSLibtarian from central PA.
A1: Absolutely. Building a will help build community. Look at all of us here
A1 Absolutely! We learn in our grad classes, practicums, and 24/7 on social media. https://t.co/w97ZeYUyhp
Q1Should social media be used in teacher education preparation specifically for pre-service teachers?
A1) Why not!?! Let's give pre-service teachers the most relevant experience possible.
Same with me, Ned. It was a busy Dec and start of Jan. My first time back at in a while.
A1: Absolutely! Pre-service Ts should be aways of both benefits and dangers of using in the classroom
Yes to Q1 given the degree to which we read, write, and think in conjunction with the screens of our devices.
A1:"Strategic social media use can build bridges just as easily as inappropriate social media use can build walls.”
A1) Social media should be used in teacher prep programs, taught with digital citizenship as well.
Good morning and CONGRATS on being named as a Digital Principal for 2016. Well deserved!
A1: Yes, I think it would present an opportunity to explore this tool in a supportive environment.
We had 2 Pre-service teachers using in the fall. and jumped in on twitter chats.
A1: Yes! Soc media is a great connector but it also needs to be taught. It comes with reward but also major responsibility
A1: Yes, we have to stay w/ and ahead of the learning curve for Ts/Ss. How many people are using periscope? Yr Ratings?
A1: Every pre-service T should read the Connected Ed series
Morning ! Fred Ende, Asst. Director of Curriculum, metro NYC.
A1: Of course. Why wouldn't we want future Ts to start learning from the collective knowledge of professionals around the world?
A1. Yes. It would be a great lesson in creating/maintaining a PLN. IT allows pre-service Ts to make connections.
Learning how to utilize a variety of platforms to leverage learning and create collaborative idea flow is vital for all educators…
Our bldg had an awesome student teacher this Fall. We used twitter quiet a bit to share ideas. back and forth.
, Michael Scott, director of professional learning, Lorain City Schools
A1: Social media expands our networks- if used to promote growth and make connections, I say YES!
A1a Silly but [mostly] true.. I knew I wanted to be a sailor some day hearing Beatles’ Yellow Submarine back in ’66..
Thanks Billy! So proud of my school! Wouldn't miss a chance to talk higher edu, especially with
A1 for sure - it's a MUST actually
A1: Its never too early to begin building bridges and connecting.
Do all educators, new or otherwise, understand digital citizenship? Essential before using social media!
A1: When I was a prof, we taught Ss how to sift through materials that are best practice vs. just the "cute" Pinterest ideas
QUESTION 1
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Q1Should social media be used in teacher education preparation specifically for pre-service teachers?
A1: yes, embrace the technology tools that are very much a part of Ss culture, great way to engage and be current
Excited to learn with you this morning!
A1) Social media is a must for pre-service teachers! I include a class hashtag in my syllabus.
A1: yes. Powerful instructional tools for classroom use but also necessary to model digital citizenship for kids.
A1 we need ALL our teachers involved with social media not just pre-service. Veterans need to re-evaluate their toolboxes.
A1) It's the wave of the future, so it only makes sense that PSTs hit the ground running being fluent in the new technology.
A1: Social media,with an emphasis on how to use Twitter for PD and sense of community, should be taught to pre-service Ts.
During the field experience, conversations about ICT, AIS, pedagogy, curriculum
A1 - It plays an important role for teachers. But it should also be mandatory in Administration Prep programs
A1 must be utilized in institutions to prepare preservice teachers for the digital workforce they will enter
I cannot wait to use my !
A1: Pre-service Ts need to learn early that being a connected educator means more than just talking to others Ts in the lounge.
I haven't either, dislike talking in the phone so not sure I'd like an extension of that https://t.co/P0eSkUw2ZH
I still haven't jumped into voxer yet. How are educators using it?
ammmmmmm, BRILLIANT Dan!!! Made my morning!
A1 Higher Ed has an opportunity to MODEL appropriate SM use for students & EXPERIENCE side-by-side learning with/from students.
a1 nextgen teachers know how 2 use Twitter personally - exploring why & how 2 use 4 PLN & instruction shld be in hi Ed syllabus
A1: Absolutely. Social media makes it possible to connect w/ppl who share your vision or push you to see other possibilities.
A1 - SM should be used in Teacher Education ...New Ts should be coming out of college with a virtual established and expanding
A1: I just presented at Nat'l math conf for 2 yr colleges . Lots of talk about Preservice Ts and connected profs.
Good morning . Ryan McLane, principal and co-author of newly released
A1 yes, it will help ensure they know how to use it. Then they can help model the appropriate use skills for Ss
A1) Yes, 21st C Ts should know how to incorporate into lessons, navigate, set guidelines for Ss, demo & model responsibilities
Ditto! And Saturdays are often for an early swim...
A1: They absolutely need to know how to use before getting into education. I suppose they could choose not to use it
A1. Also important to ensure social media usage isn't limited to just one platform. Many options to connect.
We need more principals too!!!
A1: yes, Ts need to learn how to use it effectively to communicate, extend their learning, & educate this next gen of parents & Ss
A1: Yes. Necessary to prepare Ts for today's Ss & parents. Valuable communication tool.
A1: YES! The value of building your PLN is priceless. Future teachers need to know how to use SM to impact their classroom.
A1) Social media is an important resource that pre-service teachers need to know how to access, use and manage.
Morning I'm Allison. Academic Tech Coordinator in K-12 independent school in ATL
A1b These days I’m looking into switching careers to a teacher. Social media’s the touch-point. Social media = micro narrative..
A1: Yes! It extends learning beyond 4 walls
Same here my friend. Really appreciative for all his has done
A1: must be part of pre-service teacher prep, masters degress & programs. The future is NOW!
A1: Definitely! Gotta tap into the power of social media. If we are doing it right now, pre-service Ts can also!
I'd love to teach it!! https://t.co/tnwyTiNH7V
a1 nextgen teachers know how 2 use Twitter personally - exploring why & how 2 use 4 PLN & instruction shld be in hi Ed syllabus
We need to stop thinking of SM as a new tool and start looking at it as one of the main modes of communication in the time we live.
Thank you Scott. Blessed to have a great school community, family, and friends like you from my
A1 Yes there should be a course or part of a course about ways to find resources on Social Media!
in NJ is one of the most cutting edge programs in our state in terms of promoting Twitter for education
A1: It took me YEARS to truly understand the value of for professional learning/growth. Better to start in college
As much as I love , you make such a good point!!
A1 Yes but make it relevant! I have a StuTeach this semester who had some useless Twitter experiences and needs to see its value
A1 Interactive Twitter chats very important.
Also following select blogs for additional cont'd postgraduate habit of learning.
colleague was telling me it's like a walkie talkie. Intriguing. Probably time to explore.
A1. Using social media also allows Pre-service Ts the ability to connect with practicing Ts, more collaboration, more ideas.
April, Prof of Edu in Il. Great topic, as this is something we deal with daily in my position. Excited to hear from everyone.
Thanks for joining us Ned!
Ignoring social media means a pre-service T becomes a dinosaur before ever setting foot in a classroom. https://t.co/RSFUQy6CD2
The problem with teach SM to preservice Ts ... How many Profs are connected? If they don't believe than their Ss won't believe
This would be an interesting “refresher” course for PD. How did you judge materials?
agreed! Administrators need to learn to self promote their schools effectively.
A1 Many of my teacher candidates had weak tech skills/knowledge, but agree they should be well versed in SM.
devil's advocate: could that knowledge make a new T feel there's a one right way to do the job?
yes it should be used because it shows how if you maintain a growth mindset you can continue to grow
this is a critical skill we can get overwhelmed if we can't sort cute vs best for Ss
Do they? Not sure. I see a lot of Instagram and snapchat.
A1 Seems like each tweet’s like the old MARS (military amateur radio service) connecting distant with near. Over..
A1 Well: In most parts oft Germany the use of SoMe at school is prohibited. :( … So why train teachers…? It is all about privacy.
I like your inclusion of Admins, as school leaders they need to also be current etc...
A1. Absolutely. We are at our best when we're expanding beyond our own circle of space/place. Social medial allows for this.
Yes to digital citizenship. Composing in digital spaces also requires anticipation of unintended audiences https://t.co/GLCy6wEwdv
Do all educators, new or otherwise, understand digital citizenship? Essential before using social media!
I tell my undergrads, the Standards don't measure "cute," so choose ideas thoughtfully!
A1. Absolutely. We need to give NTs access to great resources and help them build a PLN. .
A1) getting young teachers connected to a diverse PLN is imperative in building their awareness that they are never in it alone
Hey Everyone, joining a bit late! Tom here, K-5 Principal from Lexington, MA
A1: I interviewed many P-S Ts from and most thought twitter was useless and about sports fans and actors. they NEED to know!
Yes, we overlook many groups who need the tech as well - must keep current.
A1 FB & Twitter allow preservice teachers to benefit from virtual mentorsare passionate about their expertise.
A1 (Take two) . Had awesome student teacher and I enjoyed connecting and sharing ideas with him thru twitter.
Wanted to come by to support my former professor as he moderates & being a pre-service T not long ago, I wanted to chat!
A1: And to add to that, 2 or more heads are better than one. My best brainstorming happens when I'm discussing the topic w/others.
I really enjoyed introducing Ss to blogging--we had lots of terrific exchanges via that medium.
A1: I think pre-service Ts need to be exposed to everything possible. Overwhelming them is ok. That is real life.
A1: YES! Great potential for 1) parent communication, 2) PD and growth from being part of a PLN 3) eliminating physical boundaries
Glad you could make it today Fred!
A1 If a goal is to help emerging teachers find ways to connect with families and community...then YES!
Great to familiarize pre-service Ts with power of connected education via ! A1
Absolutely should be part of pre service training to inspire good connected, reflective, active, growth-minded habits.
"The teacher without social media is like the pilot without a plane" via
You have a valid point. is a connected prof looking to make positive change in this realm! https://t.co/NosgXCOt7o
The problem with teach SM to preservice Ts ... How many Profs are connected? If they don't believe than their Ss won't believe
A1: Yes. PS Ts should be connected. Opportunity to start as part of culture. Just got new student T. Now I'm excited to start her!
Could train them for their own development https://t.co/8QmLorq8VQ
A1 Well: In most parts oft Germany the use of SoMe at school is prohibited. :( … So why train teachers…? It is all about privacy.
Starr checking in a little late in NY - HS media teacher
can't have weak tech skills in today's teaching arena
Focused the learning on creating online sites, blogs that would serve their practice well.
Welcome Tom, glad you could make it!
A1: Building that on Twitter or FB what can help pre-service Ts grow
I'm exposed to multiple points of view and pedagogical models through my network. Wouldn't worry about that.
A1 I have become addicted to Voxer. A new group has been created for preservice teachers! Contact Valerie Lewis.
The students I meet often need to reimagine uses for Twitter. https://t.co/IIT5CmXxIB
A1 Yes but make it relevant! I have a StuTeach this semester who had some useless Twitter experiences and needs to see its value
A1: Social media builds a pre-service T's PLN. The more connections educators have, the better.
A1: Yes. New Ts need support and Twitter is a great place to surround yourself with passionate educators.
How can we make it relevant? And what were these useless experiences?
We looked at their relationship to what the Ss need at that moment vs. what the research shows is a best practice.
Using this with college Ed also shows how they can effectively communicate to their school and community in a efficient manner
A1 Absolutely! As a former principal it was critical for digital citizenship to be taught to students so yes for teachers
I received my Grad Level Teacher Cert there with Prof Ambrose and Barclay. I agree https://t.co/QHm6L1bzsu
in NJ is one of the most cutting edge programs in our state in terms of promoting Twitter for education
Well said. I would add "extend" and "enrich" to "impact."
A1: YES YES YES- how are we to prepare our Ss in secondary, middle & elementary if their Ts don't understand a common tool of SM?
A1. First I heard about Twitter was from a pre-service teacher-university used it to connect lecturers & sts.
Essential to learn - but not a reason to avoid social media. Some use that fear of making a mistake to never start
I learned that you can text/type instead of speaking into the phone.
Any suggestions of how to do that?
A1: Wondering which social media tools and activities have the greatest impact on adult learning? How do move beyond PLNs?
can't good ideas come from those Pinterest posts you are deriding?
Yeah, I agree, I only know of a few, and they are adjunct professors that I work with daily.
I still don't understand why is so special... help! :)
A1: Most definitely, social media needs to be used in Higher Ed to prepare Ts to be effective professionals and life long learners
A1 I in Ed school college class this year & worked w stdnts / shared power of SM + yin/yang of digital footprint -our HR googles U
absolutely want our new T's understanding the power of social media. Typically the next gen is their to push us to move forward
Young millennial teachers need purpose & motivation so introducing them to the community on Twitter is a smart way to engage them
A1: Yes, for at least 3 reasons: 1) get valuable resources, 2) create PLN/networking, & 3) use in classroom w/ Ss
Exactly, surround them with passionate lifelong learners. https://t.co/dPrv4JIHud
A1: Social media builds a pre-service T's PLN. The more connections educators have, the better.
I know--this was a real issue, and many were less ready to risk than my young students. Had to encourage that.
A1:Modeling digital literacy/blended learning through Edmodo & other platforms.Teach preTs how not 2b seduced by dark side of SM
A1: I love Twitter, but it is just the tool. The great ideas that are shared is what is magic.
I’m part of a virtual co-op that connects pre-service Ts with and tech savvy Ts for this reason
Follow-up:Should we help younger Ts see value in tools like Twitter, or simply help them use tools like Instagram more effectively?
A1: yes. Two reasons- understand how Ss connect in today's world & to open learning windows for themselves.
Educators who want to grow are deeply embedded in their own learning & celebrate mistakes as opportunities! https://t.co/NXwYj4ULGq
outlets like Twitter and Voxer provide a 24/7 help center with positive professionals who not only want to help, they want to grow
What resources do you think are imp for them to know right away?
A1: For specialists, social media provides an opportunity be part of an active PLC that pre-service teachers need to know about
Yes, School Leaders, should understand the learning value of Twitter - not just the marketing side https://t.co/V24ZudRegT
A1 - It plays an important role for teachers. But it should also be mandatory in Administration Prep programs
Networking builds a growth mindset which is critical to model life-long learning. prevents myopic vision
agreed and it's bad that we are still blocking many of them. Must teach kids how to use it!
Social media should be used in higher ed as it is in all ed -- as a way to show transparency and to engage all stakeholders
Not always! don't assume this, I was not pushing until my 30's, just saying.
Interesting dialogue on on SM and ITE (PST). I've used SM for a number of yrs. Also, interesting work by
A1: The platforms are one of many tools that would be useful to pre-service teachers (for PD, in the classroom, etc.).
A1: Think of the advancements that could be developed with Heutagogy and this "Netflix" generation.
A1- social media should be taught as a tool to be innovative, collaborative, & engaging. Try different things & learn from others
A1. Yes, Social media should be taught to pre-service teachers. I encouraged my student teacher to participate in social media.
Thanks everyone Q2 How should social media be used in Higher Education?
I feel like time is the most valuable resource a teacher has. I’m glad your teaching them how to use it wisely!
1A) Social Media should be a "non-negotiable" for pre-service teachers as a way to connect, expand thinking/learn and reflect.
They need to see the value themselves... https://t.co/JTPz3iGU2h
Follow-up:Should we help younger Ts see value in tools like Twitter, or simply help them use tools like Instagram more effectively?
It's a question I'm wondering. Do they need to know? Or, should we meet them where they are (i.e. Instagram?)
A1. Absolutely.The earlier we show Ts how to network, the better hey can develop resources and support before they even land a job.
A2. Social Media in starts an early foundation of creating a PLN, learning how to network, and collaborating.
A1: Wondering which social media tools and activities have the greatest impact on adult learning? How do we go deeper than PLNs?
yes! SM provides some of the best PD, it is important to provide Ts with the tools to use it.
A2: Social media is great for thinking about audience, experiencing an authentic audience beyond the teacher.
Not saying it's all bad...but a lot of it relies on "cute." Pre-service Ts aren't seasoned enough to decipher quality
Ts need to stay current, keep Ss engaged and promote learning, need to understand how to use it to the benefit of their students."
in general they know how to use everything / vine, IG, snapchat, FB, Voxer and so on but definitely have preferences
I agree there is a need to shape their user experience
Great point Jena! Also use social media to grow professionally https://t.co/iB0SaIu6Od
A1 If a goal is to help emerging teachers find ways to connect with families and community...then YES!
Message needs to go out to all Ts. Only 10% of any audience I speak w are connected. A1
A1 It's the efficiency of Twitter that I like. For ex. last week I contacted an author who will participate in ed chat
I could not agree more. School leaders must have an understanding. They're missing out if they don't. https://t.co/1yPlTQWauB
Yes, School Leaders, should understand the learning value of Twitter - not just the marketing side https://t.co/V24ZudRegT
A1 - It plays an important role for teachers. But it should also be mandatory in Administration Prep programs
The use of SM has to be modeled for the students ... have to see its power or will let it fall away.
I've heard that too. Texting better for me https://t.co/XOn9trlNLg
I learned that you can text/type instead of speaking into the phone.
They are creating powerful tribes filled with like-minded people who rely on each other for ideas and support.
Sorry I'm late for this very important date! Kathy here now!
well stated! When used properly Social Media can be a platform supporting Authentic PD for T's https://t.co/WoRBGHLuxD
yes! Meet them where they are at! Show them it's more than social...it's educational
I would agree. So, does it fall on us to model, while at the same time increasing our capacity to use their tools?
SM is a robust tool that we can use to develop a multifaceted communication strategy for kids
A1- Twitter is my best source of PD, and I've been in the trenches almost 40 years. Still learning! They will too.
A2 As an integral part on a voluntary basis.Who,for example, wants to learn from me & denies SoMe,will not notice much of what I do
A2: Joining in and to converse and learn with other teachers, extending their classroom learning
Q3: Preservice teachers should align apps to lessons and level of blooms. Best instructional practices must come first. Then tech!
Making the case for to count as personalized pd? Our Online Prof. Learning Checklist can help! https://t.co/Dha24YjJfr
A1 I was able to make the connection quickly and it will serve many teachers well as we learn.
A2: In HIgher ed, we teach adults. SM can be open for class chats, connecting Ss with other colleges, collab research
A2: can share collectively from their classrooms and encourage discussion & feedback
there is nothing like for tribe building
A2: It’s especially important for doctoral students to have PLN -many of them are very isolated.
https://t.co/9td2zVNAUv
A2 SM allows us to connect with others Educators without geographic boundaries
^DH#WW2 Hollywood movies: compiling a list for my class-any suggestions? Here are some I've found: https://t.co/3kPyhdhgIC
Are you an EdTech leader at your school? We want you to share a leadership strategy w/ others via Voxer! https://t.co/7RpmTz2Eon
Technology is changing, accelerating everything exponentially…understanding these shifts is vital for education be remain relevant.
So true. When fear holds us back, we can't learn.
Maybe social media pre-service prepares digital workforce.. me: it's story of what it's like that inspires during lows
In my classes at New England College, I require students to have Twitter feeds-have to see it as a learning tool.
Yes! Social Media is how many connect/communicate now.
Yes-Instant networking, PD, mentors and so much more with SM.
Issue I see for Ss & younger Ts is that too often tech is seen as entertainment & chill rather than enrich & create.
I am! And many are, but support to use it in HE is not there yet. Need to hear voice from k-12 to say we should use it
Agree, it's a great way to test your ideas, seek support, try things out w/others.
A2: Pre-service Ts should have to model digital citizenship skill sets as a component of coursework
YES! I definitely think so- do you!
Modeling is so important. One of my fave ed prof (now mentor) is using twitter and voxer. Staying current matters.
A2-in higher education, Ss should be exposed to various types of social media, it should be modeled&they should try it on their own
Yes. They already feel like they are on an island, and Twitter allows the to connect.
SM can also be used to connect Ss w/ experts through Skype or Hangouts, also virtual field trips!
A2: can learn from re: social media, so glad the subject finally came up! https://t.co/6MHBrjnSaw
Thanks everyone Q2 How should social media be used in Higher Education?
A1 it's also a great way to help transition from use as a S themselves to use of social media as a professional tool.
Once you can determine quality, you're unstoppable with all that's out there today!
little late and I'll be in and out this morning, but will definitely be catching up later today! Great topic
The Ts of the Pre service Ts gotta be connected for it to work.
I skipped boot camp today. Ugh
Pre service exposure legitimizes and demystifies as well. Greater chance of young Ts embracing the connectivity.
A1. Absolutely. All new Ts should know the power of positive use of SM.
The best way of find resources and how to weed through them once you find them to find the best ones.
Mindshift, Edutopia, Education Week are 3 good ones for ALL educators. https://t.co/MciXVpC6Pd
What resources do you think are imp for them to know right away?
I have found Twitter most useful so far - most teachers connected. You?
Agreed! School leaders must model appropriate use of social media for all.
I do. Who am I to say that Twitter is a better means of connecting than Instagram or Snapchat?
agreed! Would have really helped me - even tho my wife was writing her study too
How will students present themselves online? Who might come across these presentations?
A2) SM should be used for connections and collaborations in Higher Ed.
Beyond PLN's? Bold thinking! What is your vision?
If we turn connecting into a single lesson it will be lost ... has to be integrated into every Education class ...
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A2. Social media is a way to engage Pre-Service Ts in reflection. Reflection through twitter chats, book studies, etc.
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A2 Higher Ed can promote college readiness skills by modeling the use of social media to promote learning. PLN's great resource
see I do. I get in these chats and at times the groupthink is overwhelming. Enough of that in the buildings already.
A2: Higher Ed should model how SM can be used in schools and classrooms. If Ts experience SM, they will be more likely to use it
I found Twitter as well to be most useful.
Seamless integration of tech would benefit all learning. A3
A2: Where do you reach your Ss in ? On of course!
A2: model how it could be used in the classroom, model how resources are shared, help to begin building PLNs
Just do it not as NY resolution, form habit so that it is regular in occurrence. Systems are important, not decisions.
A1 A healthy school environment might have its own twitter chat, and would gladly bring pre-service teachers into it.
A1: some teachers aren't up-to-date with our LMS resources...we need more district initiative and leadership to teach TS SOc M.
A2: I'm not sure, ideally to connect Ss and Ts and open communication or build relationships
Absolutely. I noticed that there's a real need for that since many Ss use SM purely for social, not professional reasons.
Agree. Which scares me about the change in going above 140 characters.
Voxer is special because there are no limits on the size of your discussions or comments.
both. no need to reinvent this effective wheel, but can incorporate new as well.
. Assign a chat in grade level T is interested in. Then model in class by sharing lessons learned.
I hate talking live. The thing about is it provides time to contemplate your reply. Plus you can just listen
With SM I don't need to be an expert, just a facilitator to help connect my Ss to them during their
A2a My MS Ed was online via Capella U. I understand discussion boards are ubiquitous.. I didn’t like ‘em so much tho, non-authentic
A2: social media is a great way to share ideas, but it also reveals much about the world around us; important at all levels of ed
I like being able to actually talk with other educators and I can do it on my own time.
A2: For Profs, research and teaching can't be in a vacuum. They should connect with the K-12 Public ed community in SM
A2. Social Media allows us to connect with others. Breaks down the walls of Higher Education. Professors can bring in experts.
I know you are teaching kids how to use in it chats to show them the powerful tools. Blogging should also be done
I would agree. I just wonder if we should be force feeding a tool like Twitter to learners who other tools in mix.
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And LinkedIn has become amazing--#1 professional platform for finding jobs, connecting.
There are payoffs, like !
A2 Back channeling during class can be an effective way to elicit S reflection and collaboration.
A2: Model use of SM thru an entire Higher Ed program-embed its use- blogs, wikis, chats-go beyond Blackboard& similar platforms
That is disappointing to hear of weak skills- I would have thought the opposite
again, isn't assigning a process limiting? You have to follow an assigned process you are not exploring.
You can text, add pics, short videos, etc. Voxer is so powerful.
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A2 if SM is taught and used we would begin to see new teachers open to using SM as a learning platform.
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A2: social media in - survey results
A2: I wish I had a collegiate PLN. I think my learning and general experience would have been amplified.
and from the flip side (just wrote a book) I love connecting with those who have questions. Win-Win
Yes, pre-service Ts need to be equipped to serve 22nd century Ss. Be prepped to develop future leaders https://t.co/y6Q6eafIUD
I would agree. So, does it fall on us to model, while at the same time increasing our capacity to use their tools?
A1. SM has changed teaching forever. You now can get ideas to improve practice from across the world. This can be done in mins.
A2) SM should be used for connections. It can make the educational experience more global.
I am new to it. Still trying to figure it all out!
yes.. being a 1st year teacher is hard. Twitter can help Ts save time and energy with common problems. https://t.co/aFz65usSiT
A1 It's the efficiency of Twitter that I like. For ex. last week I contacted an author who will participate in ed chat
Should be spaces in every school building dedicated to Ts getting connected w/each other on SM.
In your opinion, what are some of each? Anyone can include ideas! This is awesome to share w my Ss!
RT A2 if SM is taught and used we would begin to see new teachers open to using SM as a learning platform.
Many Ts may have an account, but that doesn't make them connected ... it is not just a conference tool.
If you build a network with growth in mind and not validation, you get multiple viewpoints.
A2. The same way as in regular education: To push boundaries, help reflect, and think differently.
A2b Social media on the other paw is growing one’s portfolio/brand. I think it encourages one to be more -real- I like video..
Yes, , and are all great resources for range of Ts.
A1 I think it's a disservice to be Ts to not teach about multiple tech platforms as a furthering of learning. S's and their own
A2 Great for connections with all levels of educators. Hashtags for classes. Sharing learning with world. https://t.co/Gf3A6tuzTH
Thanks everyone Q2 How should social media be used in Higher Education?
I agree, I like to think or reply when I'm in the right state of mind. Or just listen
LMS is tricky as some are more work than benefit to educators - I found that to be true of our LMS Google is better.
A2 - are we talking all SM? What about SnapChat? Higher Ed kills pk-12 in that arena. We have lots to learn from them too
part 2 Voice comments allow hearing tone and inflection. Variety of perspectives.
Take it one step further by connecting their students globally.
maybe. But that assumes that we in teaching are sure of what is right.
Hi Do you text or talk live? https://t.co/YNjGl3WMgQ
I am not a big phone talker either but I do use and appreciate .
Yes, and I had a student find an internship using a Twitter list she made in her professional field. https://t.co/TcyZCSY97X
And LinkedIn has become amazing--#1 professional platform for finding jobs, connecting.
A2. Studying at Aust university while living in US, I understand benefits of being connected. Be good if all lecturers embraced it
A2: To help pre-service Ts start building the strong & vibrant network of mentors and peers they will use throughout their careers.
A2 Great Qs. My grad students co-moderate Twitter chats for my undergrads. They all love it!
Also undergrads see SM more seriously
A2: First model social media in classroom, then make it part of class, then make it part of learning outside of the classroom.
Love the questions posted ahead of time with times. Great idea, thank you
I agree! Blogging is important - and students learn to WRITE! (Hi Starr, nice to meet you here again :-)
How so? What has been best about using Twitter?
very true Doug - in general educators still live in an isolated profession unless they work hard to get out of box
A2: As a higher ed learner, I think it is used in similar ways to . Connect, learn, research, grow. Repeat.
A2 SM should be used for a specific purpose that advances learning. To connect&learn and publish for audience outside of class.
Unfortunately, you won't hear a loud voice ... too many think of it as another "task" to be completed - see no value
One positive I would say would be doing Mystery Calls or Connecting students beyond the walls.
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I can't figure out why schools use platforms like Blackboard and Canvas when Ss are already using their own.
“: There are payoffs, like !” Exactly
A2) Can start simple, use closed sites, Edmodo, Edublogs then build to include social service projects
I never thought of it this way, but true! It is your portfolio! It is an insight to what you do & how. https://t.co/lXtov3dJX9
A2b Social media on the other paw is growing one’s portfolio/brand. I think it encourages one to be more -real- I like video..
A2. There is added bonus for higher ed Ss of targeted networking; why not connect with sports marketers if that is your major?
A2 access to , connection to the highest level resources, the variety of experts at 1s disposal are integral to
Education has been in an incremental innovation mode for a long time…transformational innovation requires heavy lifting. Get ready.
A2: It would have been interesting to see what profs saw as valuable in the moment through their own sharing
A2. Social media is a way to take research and theory and bring it into the mainstream: it can be a link from higher ed to society
That's excellent. Did they decide to or was this part of the school plan? https://t.co/3bXfDYaxGG
A2 Great Qs. My grad students co-moderate Twitter chats for my undergrads. They all love it!
Also undergrads see SM more seriously
A2 Video sound-bites via or or any number of other authoring apps engages like nobody’s business.
"Only 29% of students in the liberal arts finish their dissertation within 7 years." wow - I believe it
This! Social Media is social, but it can also be informative in a professional capacity. Fun too, but professional!
Yes! https://t.co/UbwMlgBtIF
very true Doug - in general educators still live in an isolated profession unless they work hard to get out of box
Because of social media, I connected with a class of Chinese students to support our social studies unit https://t.co/WibROrbLgl
A2) SM should be used for connections. It can make the educational experience more global.
Agree--I'm worried about that too. I love that unique feature .
Pitf alls what not to post! Or how to use it properly for classroom information
Agreed! I wouldn't be where I am in my own career path and my school community w/o SM and digital PD.
Groupthink is everywhere. Our role as leaders, informal or formal, to recognize, interrupt and challenge it.
Good pt, tech expertise isn't key; being able to promote and model healthy & purposeful use is important https://t.co/ptjbNnjDv7
With SM I don't need to be an expert, just a facilitator to help connect my Ss to them during their
A2: Keep use of SM clear, educational tool 2 b used professionally; don't go down dark side of sharing private things
A2: Last semester in my college course, I had my students create a blog for responding to certain class discussions.
A2) SM can be used to for professional learning, connecting with other pre-service teachers, and showing their work.
Brilliant idea! I love the way this process build legacy and connection. https://t.co/H2K1nUyIWP
A2 Great Qs. My grad students co-moderate Twitter chats for my undergrads. They all love it!
Also undergrads see SM more seriously
A2 Higher ed would be smart to use social as a way to undo hierarchies and encourage free debate among profs, students, and admin.
Good Morning! In Orlando airport, waiting to fly home! Great time at I had a session on connected classrooms!
How can we change that? What can we shift so it's not just another thing to do?
A2 How should SM be used in Higher Education? The answer to that question lies with students. Ask them. And listen for the answer.
A2: I could see where SM would make those in higher ed less of an island. Do not seem as connected as other educators.
Also my reading speed has increased tenfold since using Twitter regularly--another benefit.
A2: Start developing your PLN online early. Wish I had access to these resources and practicing teachers when I was an undergrad
I don't know. I guess I have to look into it more. I'm not sure how it works.
YES!!!! You can go back and review at your leisure! Edcamp Voxer was amazing!
Anthony, HS math teacher in new Jersey.
A2: There role is same as ours. They just don't care, because many have cushy jobs that aren't challenged.
I think modeling of use is great; without trying to make learners adopt any one tool.
My students have the option to abstain from getting Twitter accounts. Join teams. Do related alt teams. https://t.co/WYu0JSBaU9
I would agree. I just wonder if we should be force feeding a tool like Twitter to learners who other tools in mix.
All you need to do is ask! asked and a partnership was formed!
A2: SM has the power to connect students to the global campus, one giant library.
Hi Josh--nice to see you on this platform.
A2 great way for higher ed to tap into feeder patterns to model learning outside a sit and git classroom
the jargon in here is a product of the groupthink I'm talking about.
great pt Dennis - higher ed
A2: we are getting our teachers involved in leading different PD. More effective than hearing it from the principal.
Indeed! One of the fundamentals to being a professional in any vocation is collaboration. We must do better in ed.
Disruptive innovation requires someone to rebuild. I agree.
I promote this with my Doc students at UNC Chapel Hill
Agreed - My fear is that we aren’t listening to Ss… HigherEd can try to monopolize how learning is done and shared
If we think back to our early days on Twitter ... how long did it take to have total buy in? the moment you felt its power.
This could be come a length conversation lets connect.
I say the same exact thing to people.
Yeah, force feeding could lead to negative feelings. Show and entice, but lead learners to choose their tool
I wonder about this. If I'm not going to use something (or don't see value) do I need to know it b/c of my parents?
It does need to be program based and not a single class they can check off their lists! We don’t check off https://t.co/f6g1NaSpuS
A2: Model use of SM thru an entire Higher Ed program-embed its use- blogs, wikis, chats-go beyond Blackboard& similar platforms
I'm having trouble getting into voxer- I much prefer reading peoples comments than the audio piece https://t.co/em8iARkQmp
Hi Do you text or talk live? https://t.co/YNjGl3WMgQ
I am not a big phone talker either but I do use and appreciate .
A2: To increase S learning. If not, then its not useful.
A2: in is about student engagement: while reading Aquinas, post tweets to reflect
agreed. it's like all edtech. Our personalities and styles drive our passion for & use of the tools. Open the door!
we create places of restricted learning?Who is it helping-Ss to fail to be prepared or the Prof who is comfortable
Blackboard allows single source login for Ss & Ts. Well that's the answer I was given.
I was very surprised too, yet I find that many High schools are very traditional.
That would not be allowed in Germany. :(
asynchronous communication.
Voxer is a great way to collaborate and give feedback
A2 it creates a greater sense of community and learning amongst members when done right, so I think it fits mission of higher ed
Many still haven't updated the way they teach to include tech in multiple ways.
So, is it more about explaining benefits of social media and less about current tools available?
Not too late to add to it now and model it for those you mentor like & https://t.co/g6CrEGJq4V
A2: I wish I had a collegiate PLN. I think my learning and general experience would have been amplified.
Also, must keep in mind we cannot really separate our roles as educators from personal when we post.
A2: You can use to share posts from Twitter and class hashtags.
Great way to integrate into learning https://t.co/zWQxxziqBD
A2: First model social media in classroom, then make it part of class, then make it part of learning outside of the classroom.
REal world conversations...
. New Ts need to know there is so much more knowledge beyond the school walls and it is right at their fingertips
A2: Social media is great for those looking to build their PLN. I wish I would have found twitter earlier.
A2 I gave up my doctoral program after a couple years. It was online n i felt discombobulated. Social media blogs/podcasts/vlogs..
Do you Res. take a whole year to test out? Do you you ever stop earlier to see effectiveness?
RT Blackboard allows single source login for Ss & Ts. Well that's the answer I was given. BlackBoard? o_O
I can accept that. We are coming at this from different points of view. Naturally see different things.
The ability to explore and evaluate digital resources, including SM, is a necessary skill for educators today.
Because of social media, I skyped with a class of students from China to support our social studies unit!
A2: I can see a prof starting a # for Ed chats based on required reading. Amp up the discourse and get all voices involves.
A1: SM shld be a vital part of teacher Ed preparation. Learning how 2get/be &stay a connected Ed is paramount
I think each person has their "Aha" moment with it and it is an individualized experience.
A3: Pre-service tchrs should be ready to use Twitter, Celly, Remind etc. to connect with Ss and Ps.
A2) Students need to know that people who are hiring them will be reviewing what they post on social media!
In all areas, social media use starts with what the students are using, not with what teachers "think" is popular.
I would love to record a google hangout with you that discusses both. What do you think?
A2 Bring others together. It’s about stories, watering holes, salt licks.
Process is limiting, but necessary with change to ensure stability. Process + time = opp to exploration https://t.co/E4Xbe2Z3oh
again, isn't assigning a process limiting? You have to follow an assigned process you are not exploring.
Also, I've been wondering a lot about 21st / 22nd century prep. Aren't these skills often tied back to big bucket skills?
What jargon would you prefer? Should we not be looking to grow as Ts? Should we not be modeling this for Ss?
If you're teaching journalism students, you need SM to help them gather information these days!
Educators have great opportunities to THINK about their practice through social media exchange. https://t.co/btaXORif77
Technology is changing, accelerating everything exponentially…understanding these shifts is vital for education be remain relevant.
Profs and undergrad students run research projects to provide students, parents, and teachers feedback.
thank you and Yes! Looking forward to seeing so many amazing ppl!
Keep at it. Q3 What applications should pre-services teachers use to prepare for the classroom?
A1: Yes! We have a responsibility to use the necessary tools to show our preservice Ts how to get & stay connected.
Easy to connect with Ts, share ideas, get resources from orgs. and be inspired to try new things with chats
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Absolutely. I find answers so quickly via Twitter connections--great leads.
A2 higher ed can create levels of learning communities & continue the learning by effectively using social media
A2. I would love to connect with higher ed to support them and their students with use of social media or tech. We can learn more
Excellent point! We often don't think about growing one's portfolio/brand, but it's a true reality of the new "gig economy."
A2: Social media can be used to allow collaborative learning to happen globally. Ivory towers cannot exist in a connected world
It makes sense to work with what we have before us. Turn it in to a powerful learning experience. Screens are here to stay.
Lynne PBS Media and Teachers.Do are other great platforms for terrific content.
when a state principal of the yr said, here's my number, call me so we can talk more about this.
Thank Mike. You do great things with your students. They are so lucky and their future students are too
I’m a huge fan of and I’ve used it in my elementary classroom and in graduate level classes https://t.co/rGP0vzGsUU
A2) Can start simple, use closed sites, Edmodo, Edublogs then build to include social service projects
Sure I might bring Brad and Scott with me. Our new book should be out in April on how educators can use Twitter.
So, what does this look like? Do I still have to be "associated" with a Twitter team?
A3: too many to list. But Ts can find/try/refine apps by being here to talk to Ts, learn whats in the schools they're entering
A3: It depends, anything to help them reflect, grow, decide, and try again
Future teachers need to learn whatever they can from ones who have been there. This often doesn't include their professors.
If educators get connected early, they might be more apt to share with colleagues later.
Took me years! Until I attended and read book.
This is a challenge because traditionally they must be separate. SM changes that.
A2. I shared the importance of social media and connecting with other professionals with my pre-service teacher.
Welcome back we are on Q3
Yeah, but do they care to do that? or are they just complacent?
. So... jargon and groupthink are bad? Hmmm...
A2 Should begin developing a PLN on Twitter but also start blogging, join a teacher group on FB.
What another gr8 tool to increase parent engagement with SM in the classroom. Connect home to classroom.
A1: While I agree Twitter should be taught, the SM Ts & Ss use will change; so that needs to be recognized & taught as well.
so many restrictions on the secondary level... need to change it. Need to make sure new Ts are comfy
You got that right! https://t.co/5BJmxEZ2PU
A2: SM has the power to connect students to the global campus, one giant library.
A3: is a great app to use to learn more about teaching & stay up to date on best practices.
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Keep at it. Q3 What applications should pre-services teachers use to prepare for the classroom?
Perhaps build it in to k-12 using instructional coaches to add value and support when needed in trying something new.
Good point! Not sure if higher ed has felt that power yet. Happening in pockets, but a slow process. https://t.co/I5RAGrW99X
If we think back to our early days on Twitter ... how long did it take to have total buy in? the moment you felt its power.
Which means, we have to become comfortable with more than one tool. Time for me to expand. :)
That's a good example. Examples help teachers candidates to buy in.
via MOOC's learned how social media can be a valuable learning tool if used appropriately ~ teaching digital citizenship a Must!
A1 Important for professors to allow social media as source for research assignments.
A2 My BusComm Ss develop & are active on for networking & prof dev. I tell Ss: rdg blogs are homework for them postgrad!
Glad you could join us Henry!
really? Can make a private group
How fun would that be? Posing ?s about a class reading & prof or T moderating a discussion via Twitter chat https://t.co/QnJ8ZN5a07
A2: I can see a prof starting a # for Ed chats based on required reading. Amp up the discourse and get all voices involves.
Need to make sure students and teachers see the power of being able to grow & enhance what you do through using social media
Ever since I was part of the first Twitter Math Camp, I have promoted the use of SM for all Ss and Ts. Amazing tool and people
I love the small voxer groups. Do not like the large ones with 100 people.
Value my PLN, but how can social media do more than share information and ideas? More questions than a vision
Teacher candidates LOVED the Ted Talks--very inspiring and motivational.
Collaborative conversations lead to increased learning. A1
Agreed- the need for is essential in working with SM. Modeling, connecting, collaborating.
How do we move people beyond just "using?"
We in return provide a space where pre-service and student-teachers from can work with students.
new teachers:
connect
network
find your mentors
what is trending in ed?
A3: Pre-service tchrs should be required to design a model classroom blog, included with philosophy of ed, goals etc.
I hated this in grad class. It was fake/forced, just like mandatory discussion posts. Gives bad name
A2: Using social media in higher ed provides Ss with a way to access resources globally through a strong PLN.
A2: Social media is a great way to build your PLN. Wish I had joined Twitter earlier.
In a myriad of ways, technology is shifting society at a turbulent pace…K-Higher Ed must be much more proactive to prepare kids.
A3. Apps that allow them to grow professionally as well as provide support/ideas for their Ss.
A2: I know has been very active in getting on SM and trying to connect. I commend them!
I'm in a few, but I don't love big voxer groups to be honest... too much. I like small 1 to 1 or a few
So, how do we share the value?
q3 Asking what app to use isnt relevant. ALL ts should know why & when to use different apps- Not how to use. Apps change quickly
has been a way to expand a conversation that starts on Twitter. More elaboration & our loud thinking https://t.co/S2bblrMmel
I'm having trouble getting into voxer- I much prefer reading peoples comments than the audio piece https://t.co/em8iARkQmp
Hi Do you text or talk live? https://t.co/YNjGl3WMgQ
I am not a big phone talker either but I do use and appreciate .
The way traditional outlets adapt and drive digital change will be a chapter in journalism studies soon, no?
LOVE this Sylwia! Was just on ur TL and liked so many great tweets. Happy New Year lady!
it is always good when you can get more people involved in the conversation
it's like developing a flexibility to adapt to any tool and use it to help Ss and Ts grow.
Students make a twitter list they want to follow within their field/interest.
Yes, but often in ed. using "buzz-words" sparks stakeholder attention, which ultimately supports new ideas https://t.co/ZfWgpeqe23
Also, I've been wondering a lot about 21st / 22nd century prep. Aren't these skills often tied back to big bucket skills?
A2: I use with my course .
Missed getting in on this this morning but could you please include me in the archive if you post one? Thanks!
and that's what I'd like to see more of in a Twitter chat. More challenge, less confirmation and back patting.
A2 Thar’s book-learnin n doin learning.. social media might help bridge the two way before pre-service teachers’ feet touch floor..
A2: SM use in should be the same as used in k12 Ed-communication with Ss, articulation among Ss, eportfolios, global PBL
Well, Googles stores data on severs in the U.S. under U.S.-Law: Privacy laws in EU are more strict. So no.
Nontweeting student might use Storify to report back to class on group's list.
Right. To me, that's what we need to be teaching. . .
A3. Asking what app to use isnt relevant. ALL ts should know why & when to use different apps- Not how to use. Apps change quickly
A3 The app isn't as important as the connetions and learning.
Just thinking. Why would social media be considered an expert source for research?
A3- there are so many to list. One of my favorites that I just started using this year is . Engaging & simple!
Awesome! My Ss don't often believe me, so having an authoritative voice would be amazing!
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which poses a Q: when do we stop chasing the next best thing?
Me either, I wouldn't be as happy or engaged in ed either. Might have left profession w/out SM
A2: Using SM in higher Ed lets Ss see bigger picture. Hook into PLNs, collaborate beyond campus, feel empowered, set vision.
oh no! I can see that this move in the wrong hands could be a pain. Is there a way to make it authentic?
SM is your personal web of experts ... not just about connecting other Ts, but connecting to scientists ... musicians ... artists
that is a tremendous point the needs to be reiterated in all preservice courses.
A2. SM should be used at the very least to check their digital footprints so they can see what future employers will see.
A3: Twitter is a good place to start. Shows pre-Ts how to use the #, build a PLN, participate in a chat, engage Ss & Ps
We do the same thing. Teacher driven PD can empower teachers and allow for diverse learning topics
Power of social media has enhanced me professionally more than any class or book, have meant people who made a lifelong impact
Also love that Voxer, allows me to hear intonation. You can hear emotion, on Voxer. https://t.co/YMA0V5vD3Y
has been a way to expand a conversation that starts on Twitter. More elaboration & our loud thinking https://t.co/S2bblrMmel
I'm having trouble getting into voxer- I much prefer reading peoples comments than the audio piece https://t.co/em8iARkQmp
Hi Do you text or talk live? https://t.co/YNjGl3WMgQ
I am not a big phone talker either but I do use and appreciate .
Nice! Turns out there are more uses for SM than narcissistic photos of what you are eating! :)
please have your inservice teachers follow
Q3 - first determine what concepts and understandings - then figure out how tech/apps/platforms support the learning.
agreed! When Supt and Principals model the connected life benefits then it will sink in still too many do see light
A3: Better question- Why are we restricting applications at higher edu level? Don't we want higher leveling convos?
exactly. We need to show sm for what it is, a tool https://t.co/Q6U3m0CKcI
Agreed- the need for is essential in working with SM. Modeling, connecting, collaborating.
A3: I think exposure to all types of apps (info sending collaboration assessment) should be provided so S's can decide what's best
It does. Guess I was thinking more in terms of private in that only Ss with code can join space.
A3: Definitely twitter... I think and too.
A3: don't overload T with so many Apps, overwhelming to those trying to also learn the discipline
I think the true value of an LMS is students practicing dig cit in a "safe" environment.
A3: Preservice teachers should utilize social media tools that they are comfortable with like Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest
A3:Ss should be exposed to a variety of platforms and pick the one that works for them. SM for PD, etc. only works if you use it
I think we all have different preferences when it comes to social media--good to introduce many.
It is about collecting data of student by fb. It is not about public / private group. is a bit Angst.
Latest buzz for St John's University: https://t.co/oNnVWAIUW6 - RT Good morning ! I teach first year writing courses at...
I should hope yes. I teach my students to source, report and live tweet events
I would prefer no jargon. Jargon is used to separate and elevate: the enemy of communication.
RT: DariaPizzuto: ProfKennethKunz As much as I love , you make such a good point!!
By having Higher Ed. Profs inviting recent alumni into lectures to discuss these values w/pre-service Ts https://t.co/p1NzSqV5u5
So, how do we share the value?
Maybe. Unless buzzwords become so used, that the critical mass isn't sure what they mean; mindset, inquiry, are two exs.
A3 . twitter, and experience with an LMS are paramount for preservice teacher!
The social media we choose says a lot about who we are, what our goals are w/medium.
Honored to connect with & here on
A3: Edmodo, Twitter, Remind, Voxer
A3.The flexibility of Voxer & how it brings that personal side to communication-needs to be explored by more eds.
A3:Preservice teachers get little 2 no learning on multimodal communication.Essential understanding for writing,reading, connecting
I’m also having a hard time getting into voxer (i prefer to text vs phone call for the same reason)
agreed. They need to know what's out there and make their own choices
A2 Social media should be used in higher Ed to hear a variety of global perspectives. For a fresh approach!
Twitter is very good for me as elem teacher because time is at a premium.
Putting a number on it kills authenticity. I should be inspired to respond, not be forced.
IMO viral spread of ideas & resources is informally changing Ed at virtual grassroots - models are key
We often think of disruption in terms of companies, markets…it’s also about mindsets. Need to reflect on evolving our mental models
not sure where you're coming from here. You're saying they're not?
A3a Hm.. I see in a lot of tweets how modeling is a bit better than telling. Just doing it begins the model’ing. “See what I did?”
Share more. . . need more details to reflect on this.
We have connected with professionals who have then presented PD to our district by us choosing from a global menu so to speak
A2: Great way for Ss to voice opinion about social issues & be more aware of current events
A3 Ts must understand Digital Citizenship, Digital Literacy & difference between professional & personal communication.
Twitter is my business card ...
My Tech pages https://t.co/rhtEBHuUf9 has pages for Twitter, Pinterest, EduClipper... https://t.co/MQlYXt18It
A3: Preservice teachers should utilize social media tools that they are comfortable with like Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest
speaks out for & will be a presentator at
A3: pre service ts should learn a variety of current apps for PC, Mac, cloud, etc. bc it will change & we always need to adapt
Difficult to describe without jargon in 140 characters. Why I use multiple modes of social media to connect.
Twitter seems like the obvious choice, but as technology grows/changes, new opportunities will emerge.
. this is why it is important to learn how to leverage technology for supporting learning & not just consuming
Not sure. Modeling practices and measuring outcomes is a place to start. Share, share, share. What else?
A student of mine wrote about how her Twitter identity / picture was stolen. She called her piece, "How Social Is Your Media?"
Usaidit. Professional growth! If I'm not attending or reading 3orso books, I'm in a twitter chat
Haha I'm still having aha moments about Twitter!! 😊🎉 https://t.co/WngiTiGSGV
If we think back to our early days on Twitter ... how long did it take to have total buy in? the moment you felt its power.
A3. Use tools that will help them connect with others, learn + have a support system when they start teaching. Tools will change.
We've started a new idea w/ Voxer groups where we ask people to "present" a session called
I've decided the most important skill for me to develop is time management
. I know a school in Florida that has kids pick their own apps, learn 'em, and teach 'em.
restrictions EVERYWHERE!Pains me that children are receiving less resources while other schools are excelling w/ them
Not opposed to it- did the edcamp voxer- Good for some, but other people's audio were not helpful https://t.co/x8QEYUiKd5
has been a way to expand a conversation that starts on Twitter. More elaboration & our loud thinking https://t.co/S2bblrMmel
I'm having trouble getting into voxer- I much prefer reading peoples comments than the audio piece https://t.co/em8iARkQmp
Hi Do you text or talk live? https://t.co/YNjGl3WMgQ
I am not a big phone talker either but I do use and appreciate .
A3. For Ss things like , , , etc. apps that engage Ss in learning.
A2: More collaboration between k-12 and HE needs to occur. It's not so much the tool but how you use it.
A3: The human (virtual) professional connection would be a top rec for pre-service edus. Chats can be catalysts for empowerment.
A3b I have two iPads.. a mini and a Pro. The time I have available gates which I use. Some kinda mobile device for recording ideas.
Yes and this saves a lot of time--since you can get implement new research, studies right away.
But i can and will not check, what the students are doing by themselve ;-)
Tools for pre-service Ts? Currently I would say Twitter, Snapchat, Instagram. But also productivity; i.e. Slack/Do.
A2: we have a lot of folk here (including myself) - using in calls for different techniques
A3- professors could consider using Google Classroom for their ed. class bc many schools are/will be schools!
. They gather groups and teach the apps in round-robin sessions. , they call it.
A3: Skills & mindset over applications. New Ts need to see the possibilities of having their classrooms connected & collaborating.
A3: No set list. Needs vary by T level/subj. Definitely Twitter. So many others some that I haven't learned yet.
Just 1 in 5 teachers were using SM regularly w/ students in 2014
Great question especially for current/veteran educators. https://t.co/vLDz5Zgcta
How can we change that? What can we shift so it's not just another thing to do?
Many Higher Ed. Ts are doing so such as with great success; more need to join the movement https://t.co/I3iBGzOIm9
How fun would that be? Posing ?s about a class reading & prof or T moderating a discussion via Twitter chat https://t.co/QnJ8ZN5a07
A2: I can see a prof starting a # for Ed chats based on required reading. Amp up the discourse and get all voices involves.
A2 College students love/want guidance postgrad. In class,they eagerly develop soc media 4 professional use, guidance, PD postgrad.
I need to find a way to do stuff like this.
I've been using to share student learning and now the kids are watching the replays to help their learning
if a higher ed community doesn't want people to learn as top mission, then it's not a place you want to be
Well said! One must always be curating the best tool for the need. Why learning from peers in a PLN is so essential.
profs work w/ staff & students on research projects as well, in a environment.
Professionals have to understand Social Media is key that opens many doors when used for a mission/goal rather than entertainment
A3- Twitter is the best place to start in my opinion!
A3 Help them not feel overwhelmed since an actual teacher realistically uses 2 or 3 and probably only 1 or 2 really well.
So true. I thought Lehmann discussed the idea of disruption in an interesting way in book, Building School 2.0
at minimum. there are so many, but these are bound to show up in their new jobs
Great I will have you added! Stay tuned!
SM is a grassroots thing ... individual teachers modeling ...others see its value and try ... buy in comes later
A3b Rather than discrete apps I’d think more about applications: HMW do this rather than do this with that app.
Maybe I'm in the minority, but I've never come across a T who got worse because he/she used SM to network. Have you?
makes sense. Catch their hearts & then their minds. Create a passion for it. Hope most in higher Ed have a fire lit!
A3: I've never tried it but it scares me for it sounds overwhelming https://t.co/g4zfvDn7bR
A3.The flexibility of Voxer & how it brings that personal side to communication-needs to be explored by more eds.
A3 Pre-service Ts also need to practice using their S. Media to reach out to experts to get answers for themselves = later for Ss
I might move beyond discussing to "doing" with pre-service. Makes it more real (at least for me). .
A3 I would love pre-services teachers to learn the "app" of improv to prepare for the classroom
A3: (continued) & apps are essential to learn
I think yes. It's about communicating with them in their preferred method. Some text, some fb, some instagram, some tweet
A3 Not sure which ones matter to use other than to use a variety! Know different options for use with Ss and colleagues.
He took a balanced look at "disruption" - not all positive.
Privacy should be all our angst! Are we aware of who knows, collects, and keeps what?
This is making me 'feel a way'. Gotta getonthis thing!
Many Ts see Twitter as marketing/ branding tool... Need to change that perspective and integrate more in our practice
got ya! cause it would be private :)
. I'm in Voxer group - in DC meeting recently & brings up group - we'd never met f2f before
A3. More concerned pre-service Ts learn how to operate in semi-prof mode w SM. Be personable not personal. Specific app unimportant
A3: Pre-service teachers just need to learn productivity tools like GAFE to help with work flow. That is biggest obstacle.
I teach higher ed, I use Google Classroom.
A3) The applications don't matter as much as the great ideas being shared/utilized.
I think we want PS teachers to be confident enough to share learning & thinking w/ others & take risks https://t.co/nvuAuKeCYQ
Share more. . . need more details to reflect on this.
The more we communicate, collaborate, create idea flow, more we resist becoming insulated in ‘genetic drift’, stasis and status quo
Just bend some rules, find ways around, show it works. I'm glad to have such supportive admin
A3 - is there one shoe fits all? I know at High School, I like to keep up with what kids are using?
A3 Instagram as a way to communicate w/ parents. Basically I'd encourage looking at apps already using from a new perspective
A3: High-quality exemplars FTW! aggregates model lessons, videos, student work for Common Core-aligned practice
great way to learn the S side of Google Classroom
This needs to begin at the earliest levels of education, students are creating a digital footprint younger and younger
If you don't know tech or social media, you're not going to be hired in most places.
A3: Beside the obvious Twitter, they need a way to curate/share resources they learn about, like or Pinterest
Social media is another way we can formatively assess students Get more reticent students in https://t.co/zom8xsQvtQ
A3. Google Apps for Education is a wonderful place to start. Free, easy & used by many boards.
If you're not online, you're not going to be able to keep up.
A3) I don't focus on programs, but rather topics.... social media, dig. cit, communication, student learning, teacher tools.
A3: Maybe tinker with some formative assessment tools like socrative or plickers. Use that to inform your instruction
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ohhhhhhh Daniel! I like the way you think.
come join us Sunday talking about innovation/creativity in schools.
Related personal question: what applications are more user-friendly for elementary kids? https://t.co/jH9Hugj9kp
Keep at it. Q3 What applications should pre-services teachers use to prepare for the classroom?
A3c Blogsy for blogging. Paper for ideating [awesome with Apple Pencil). Plotagon for storyboarding. I’m getting into WorkVisual..
Great job everyone. . . Q4 How can we teach pre-service teachers the pitfalls of the digital landscapes?
A4: They probably use digital landscapes more than most, but haven't encountered the pitfalls yet.
Start small. Connect with small group. I only have 2 groups & then ppl I speak one-on-one. Make it work for you
agreed with Google Classroom. Love seeing MS having discussions all day & night- Empowered autonomy!
is trending on Twitter in
Pre service teachers should look into apps such twitter, weebly, remind, YouTube, Dropbox to name a few
Agreed. I know younger generation loves Snapchat. I can't understand it. https://t.co/6dMPaZRzez
I think we all have different preferences when it comes to social media--good to introduce many.
BTW is now trending! Ts & Ps rock
A3: Ts should try many apps & see which ones to keep/which ones to get rid of i.e. - cannot figure that one out :)
travesty! seriously need to change the stigma
awesome!!! I'm sure it's working out great. We should encourage others to do so as well!
Making homework connected to your world, connecting to classmates and comm, along with relevant &!interactive is possible with SM
A4: Reflective writing. Writing about social media use causes us to be more thoughtful about how and when to engage.
SM makes conferences like far more personal ... meeting up with Tweeps is like a reunion ... hugs and laughs
If my daughter had listened to me about Diigo she would not have lost all of her application resources when drive died.
A3 Also, SM can be the bridge to open students eyes that there are opinions other than their own, or local ones they are exposed to
A4: Emphasize (and practice) the importance of separating personal and professional SM accounts
Agree. But data driven systems need data.Have to find good solutions for privacy in data driven contexts.
A3 Tellagami n ChatterPix for being crazy (in some environments they’re lifesavers)..
agreed. It's great for high school too. Have taught students the value for learning
Continual PD on Twitter edu chats A3
Tools like facilitate tribe building. If preservice Ts fill theirs with novices and experts they can overcome the pitfalls
A3: pre service Ts should focus on learning the art of teaching from veterans Ts. Voxer, Twitter and blogs are great for learning
I agree, and many I know do, but I talk and talked with pre-service Ts a lot and don't know if that is the case.
Sharing real life examples is key. Also exhibiting how tools can exist in professional/personal realms?
Utilize the hashtag to stay current with and share digital resources
travesty! seriously need to change the stigma https://t.co/1zqG9btzIp
yes and at the early eps too the adult version is full of jungpal vibessss
We need to demonstrate how useful it is in Edu, even if Prof isn't using it, they need to let Ss explore
Many young teachers come only knowing Word products. They need exposure to other, more powerful tools https://t.co/qHBmorkMNc
A3: Pre-service teachers just need to learn productivity tools like GAFE to help with work flow. That is biggest obstacle.
Yet w/13 and under rules, we are limited w/ regard to use w/young children. We tweet out as class when we have questions
A4) By being aware of them ourselves! Always being one step ahead (or trying to).
A3:Focus teacher learning on multimodal skills through the practice w/ tools.When you focus on tool, they will be outdated quickly!
The platform isn't the point...it's the discourse. Love this. https://t.co/61YAiRFGLu
A3) The applications don't matter as much as the great ideas being shared/utilized.
A3: is a must. Great for connecting with students and parents.
I. Love. This. Ts should have to do the same.
This is truly an info-rich website for new T's and everyone else in Ed!
A3.Connecting on social media can be overwhelming for a pre-service teacher to know where to start. Encouragement is a huge factor.
I 2nd this question! My Ss are too young to legally have access to accounts on some of the more pop SM. El ed ideas?
Social media allows for global collaboration, which, if we had before could have helped so many convos https://t.co/gBfnboMbc0
A4: Separate SM accounts the same way you separate personal & pro wardrobes. I'd never wear my running clothes to work
that's really amazing! If we have such an incredible, engaging, simple, and free resource, why not use it??
the most irreplaceable part of success with SM is the educator behind the screen using it effectively regardless of what app
Question 4
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Great job everyone. . . Q4 How can we teach pre-service teachers the pitfalls of the digital landscapes?
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A3 Oh yeah, and Periscope for sharing out a moment with far away others.
hey Henry! Happy New Year! Hope all is awesome with you!
A4: pre-service Ts need to research current events in news & courts to understand pitfalls
thanks Billy hope you are well
Change is never all positive…or comfortable. Disruption doesn’t care, just does. Drucker calls it Age of Discontinuity
Works for me with timezones. I have my US friends I check in with- every few weeks or mths. Some are very busy :)
I agree, Mike. I like that the kids are being more comfortable and they are learning
A4 Model correct use, have them Google themselves, personal and professional accounts. https://t.co/bHMFnJ0wCM
Great job everyone. . . Q4 How can we teach pre-service teachers the pitfalls of the digital landscapes?
Preservice teachers are in college and grad school. Couldn't we just use their personal stories to teach social media pitfalls?
A3: Of course, for continuous PD.
If a prof isn't comfortable using tech, they either need to learn or move on. No apologies.
Right. Which means we aren't teaching a tool so much, as helping Ss see what is out there.
A4: SAMR model helped me think about the pitfalls. Let's show pre service students the SAMR model
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A3: I recommend 1. twitter, 2. twitter 3. twitter and just stick with it, build your otherwise it gets overwhelming
A3: Have all prof in each course set up a shared Google Doc- Record each application they use for all prof & Ss to see
A3: I use Pinterest in my pre-service instruction to provide a platform to collect and share lesson ideas. https://t.co/3ctA1rRECw
. Many pre-service Ts are more knowledgeable about SM and tech than veteran Ts.
This book AMAZING resource for pre-service teachers
A4. Sharing our experiences. Make sure to be purposeful in what we are doing w/social media. Importance of personal/prof. accounts.
Iget all my best lessons from there :)
A3: Google hangouts, Skype, Remind, Twitter, are a few of my favorites.
Fostering PD via Twitter conversations in real time works better than just discussing it. Agree, Fred.
A4: You don't teach pitfalls, you live them. Just be there to support, but let them jump in.
A4: Preservice teachers need digital mentors to show them the proper way to utilize social media to better themselves & others
A3 as a relatively new teacher I recommend twitter and blogs/ blog compilation apps to get started
absolutely! Great way to model that it's more than just food pics and selfies. admittedly-I own a selfie stick
Spot on and I'd add successes too! Cream also rises to the top! https://t.co/8ZpWgTvf2S
A4: pre-service Ts need to research current events in news & courts to understand pitfalls
completely agree. There needs to be a difference between professional and personal communication
The only important factors on platform is making sure all of them have access to it, & FREE helps get them started
Modeling correct use is key!
If you think of it, share the name of the school in FL.
Yes, my teen daughters and friends are always putting things on their "story" https://t.co/7s09tfdeFd
Snapchat is a disaster for teachers in schools that allow smart phones
A4: keep your professional social media accounts separate from your personal ones.
A4: we can teach but sometimes learning the hard way, first hand is the only way they actually learn; be there to support
A4: They need to examine multiple viewpoints online BEFORE deciding that something is factual.
A3 also.... Pinterest !!!
yes ... I hit on this in session ... that is a powerful thing
A3: Should know how & why GHOs & GAFE suite can break down classroom walls.
A4 by telling them to have non-digital parachute for when tech fails. Be able to still teach w/out it. https://t.co/MUOLnUZUAy
A4: preservice trs usually more exp on social media, good & bad. Need to know their brand is what is being developed on Socialmedia
Yes! It's part of the discussion but not cited for research. 140 ch isn't enough for research.
Well is trending 1 on US Trends today!
Nice job everyone!
Great convo going on.
Effective use of social media to support education can be a "Big" learning curve for all stakeholders
Great rec! When i started, many rec'd eating lunch with other dept Ts. Those talks led to great ideas! https://t.co/IWtChxytoy
A3 as a relatively new teacher I recommend twitter and blogs/ blog compilation apps to get started
I think have a profs. "lurk" and see how their Ss are already using it.Might be surprising.
A3: Preservice Ts can 1st tap into familiar apps, but with new voice & perspective as a collaborative educator.
A3 Thing i absolutely love about mobile apps v desktop: syllables. Mobile less is more. Easier to think, share. Big words = yuck
Lurking on ! Teachers discussing various social media, but little/no mention of the gorilla … FB!
Thanks for sharing. I know the interest level is there, but the HOW and WHY are missing for Ts on this one.
A4: One simple answer- smart employers research SM pages before hiring someone SM is your permanent record
SM is not just about Knowledge building ... it empowers ... validates ... it is a game changer
increasing a willingness to evolve is paramount to successful implementation of technology
Follow the Twitter handle to stay in the loop with worldwide professional growth opportunities
Indeed! Speaks to why it is so important to have a strong PLN that models appropriate, professional use of SM.
We need to accelerate our thinking…just beginning to discuss ideas like tolerance for ambiguity. J&J was discussing this in 1996.
. does more knowledgeable equate to effective application w/ Ss?
A4 encourage observing first. Then jump in.
How do you model failure with social media and limit the amount of fallout for you or the students?
A4 Have pre-service teachers trade names & SM, give them an admin persona ("stuff old guy...") & ask if they'd hire their peer
A4: NOTHING like modeling to demo preservice Ts can learn how to navigate pitfalls thru real time how to's on feeds
A4. So many stories of people who weren't taught to use as examples
A4. By experiencing them in low stakes formats. Shouldn't we know how it could feel to have someone post info about us online?
I love that you said that! 140 ch. is not enough for a lot! haha, some think it is everything though.
What are the pitfalls we should be teaching them not to fall into. Even the most solid citizens fall - but how you get up is huge
define worse. To me finding new ways to do the same things school always does is worse. And I see a lot of that.
A4: A representative from the Attorney General’s office gives a powerful ‘scare them straight’ digital footprint talk to schools
Enjoyed the selfie stick confession. :)
Especially as policies and laws are continually evolving in this arena. https://t.co/vEwIBaMFWL
A4: pre-service Ts need to research current events in news & courts to understand pitfalls
A4: I honestly think most of them know the pitfalls already- they have grown up with this technology/digital world
very cool way to connect more intimate global discussion groups - like that a lot -
A4 digital footprint can be powerful in a positive OR negative way - etiquette is so important
because your supports and helps you grow as an educator
Or have a guest speaker for a day. There are plenty of us out there that would love to share
A4: Experiential learning; provide scenarios abt the pitfalls. I learned an important lesson about SM this week. Wasnt fun.
and also to stay current with research & trends
I almost included cat pics then remembered I post pics from my app so...too funny
So true https://t.co/h3mqF5dtjA
A3 Pre-service Ts also need to practice using their S. Media to reach out to experts to get answers for themselves = later for Ss
So many schools block FB that we don't think of it when we think of schools--though I think it should be open.
A4: Show examples! Encourage them to set their own personal boundaries with use of SM and to know their audience
A4a “What’s wrong with this picture?”
how is easy enough and why is for resources... my students are used to me with the periscope now
Ok. Knowledgeable how? And do they understand reach and implications?
A4) Unfortunately there are many real-life examples of what not to do online. We have to be an example of positive social media use
knowing Microsoft office is no longer impressive
A4. I worry some tchrs & sts don't see how to stay professional-every tweet, post, etc can be seen by many for yrs to come.
and are good ones. https://t.co/heKc33cjmy
Related personal question: what applications are more user-friendly for elementary kids? https://t.co/jH9Hugj9kp
Keep at it. Q3 What applications should pre-services teachers use to prepare for the classroom?
"" shows up as trending topic in United States at rank 1.
Amen! “: A4: They need to examine multiple viewpoints online BEFORE deciding that something is factual.”
Did you share that lesson with students?
agree! And a willingness to fail in the name of learning
A4: Add'l thought on my response: not only determine if source is factual, but also read 2+ viewpoints. Click beyond 1st entry.
Many teacher candidates get involved in on Tues and I love to hear what they say, ask--adds value
It's called being part of the problem or part of the solution. One can't ignore best practices and remain relevant.
A4 to be careful w/ protecting their reputation.
Right. I've found Twitter PD is better when we're using it in the same space and talking as we tweet.
Said it all in just one tweet! Yes! https://t.co/rSt5HrhTWV
A4. Sharing our experiences. Make sure to be purposeful in what we are doing w/social media. Importance of personal/prof. accounts.
A4 Share out “This is what we think (do we know it all???) is good practice..” the link to it. Get a conversation going.
we need to get them to stop lurking and start leading ...
A4 Let them explore and make mistakes, Guide and advise along the way
we are definitely not reading the same tweets.
True but I have 2 teens and am amazed at how into global events they are and the discussions they have using SM.
A4. Our pre-service teachers have grown up in a social media world. They know the pitfalls already. They need PD to build a PLN.
A4 have them prepare a lesson then turn the wifi off - and then tell them they still need to teach
Nice advice. We all need manageable starting point.
I just don't see that. I see Ts finding better ways create experiences for Ss that weren't possible before.
A:3 Need right tools to match tasks: document learning, share learning, foster critical thinking, problem solving, collaboration.
I agree, but they don't have the vast knowledge that one can gain from using these prof. learning tools
Very true! https://t.co/R1giDklMpw
A4: I honestly think most of them know the pitfalls already- they have grown up with this technology/digital world
agreed- development of a Growth Mindset is crucial-
It's so much easier for Ss to save their SM efforts for later reference and share than paper files.
A4: Pre-service teachers need to see the variety and range of guidelines by different schools.
Having grads co-mod twitter chats for undergrad study/learning sessions is part of my course structures. https://t.co/yeft23cplf
That's excellent. Did they decide to or was this part of the school plan? https://t.co/3bXfDYaxGG
A2 Great Qs. My grad students co-moderate Twitter chats for my undergrads. They all love it!
Also undergrads see SM more seriously
A1: I think teachers of all levels need to be reminded of what "appropriate" looks like on social media.
Love it. Such a great idea.
Agreed, great to use with elem ed. Any others? Would love to hear more suggestions
I don't know there is failure with SM, just bad choices.When they come up you address. Pro-active work is discussions.
agreed. I'm trying to get folks at my school to see the value.
A4: Honest conversations. In a world of social media, you must be careful about what you are sharing and keep your own identity.
Near the tri-state area? Come to = March 12. A great day of learning, even for pre-service Ts. https://t.co/VaEBGliUx2
A4: If digital citizenship is a skill then you can't passively learn it. Have to exercise it to build up your social media muscle.
Ah, OK. Maybe they'd block other social media if they are "too" popular i.e. many people wanted to use them? ;-)
Q4 Teaching T's benefits of SM & pitfalls such as losing your job if used inappropriately.
A4 The whole premise behind social media isn’t teaching it’s engaging. What do you think about what i think (or find interesting)?
A4: do not just go by hearsay, pull some research - Social Media Risks and Benefits scholarly article https://t.co/5XiiuRXhj3
“: A4 to be careful w/ protecting their reputation. ” Or maybe we should help them build a strong one?
“: A4 to be careful w/ protecting their reputation. ” Or maybe we should help them build a strong one?
A4:Best way to help new teachers thrive in a ubiquitous digital environment is by sharing where they can find info. & support
A4. And yet some are too scared to use SM because they've heard stories. Mentoring or w'shops cld help.
ohhhhh this lady Starr can read my mind about wanting to know more about TY!
Maybe sharing those experiences in a reflective blog post, and sharing that with profs might open eyes.
Well put Ben. I got nervous tweeting that, then thought "It's simply the truth"
Growing network of connected edus who explore, question, discover avenues to learning by seeing limitless possibilities on SM
I agree, Andrea. We need to show them how to and remind them of their digital footprint
More willing to participate and interact. Share a voice on SM.
A5 like I would with Ss. Show examples. What is/ isnt acceptable. Have a conversation. Each district will have different rules.
A4: I try to teach my middle grade Ss that what they put online is the beginning of their brand. I try teaching and forewarning.
A5: Build PLNs early and often. My most valuable PLN connections are friends from college and grad school.
We must explain PLNs in the classroom, in face to face conversations. Share our own tribe and demo its power. Seeing is believing
A5: Connect them here. both & encourage preservice Ts to join the PLN. More chats should reach out to Univ
A4) They've experienced pitfalls in social realm but as they head into edu, SM use must be professional. https://t.co/HfDALyrFoh
A4: I honestly think most of them know the pitfalls already- they have grown up with this technology/digital world
A4 Yes - be mature and professional but we shouldn't make preservice Ts paranoid
I will just say it: If you're a Prof of Education - Educating future Ts and you're not modeling SM you're doing them a disservice
A4. And yet some are too scared to use SM because they've heard stories. Mentoring or w'shops cld help. Absolutely!
we need to drown these out with the right kinds of models
The same thing we teach our elementary students! https://t.co/zoSmkdaZAt
A4 digital footprint can be powerful in a positive OR negative way - etiquette is so important
Twitter chats are great, but not a source of information without links. They are like sentence starters.
A4) I usually do a GHO with great examples like and her to show the students they can do it too!
Lots of fear out there by BOEs, Supt, Admins & Parents about the dark side of SM.
A2: Social media is a great way to share educational articles and research links with other educators.
A4: (continued) use tech to enhance instruction, inspire curiosity, & empower ss & ts (not encumber them)
Also reflect on the pitfall and learn from it https://t.co/vsBefcmy6P
A4: You don't teach pitfalls, you live them. Just be there to support, but let them jump in.
Maybe doodle for scheduling group projects.
A4: Have pre-service T's join education chats, blog and post on social media, and have them start their own chat to grow PLN.
A4 cont'd. Ensure digital citizenship is in teacher training & how to integrate into classroom appropriately.
Moving quickly - thanks so much everyone -- Q5 How can we help pre-service teachers build their PLNs?
As one who hires new Ts as well, seeing their SM presence and willingness to learn is a nice addition to the whole picture
One danger of the digital landscape is the temptation to believe you read. There are a lot if opinions out there not based on fact.
That is a great idea. I think you helped me set my goal for the year. Blogging.
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of course. If they are younger mid20's they likely learned to communicate via social media.
A3 oh my word how can I forget the beauty of Google hangouts??????
A5: Let them explore- here's a twitter presentation I shared w/ teachers yesterday- feel free to use it! https://t.co/37rfzmI52A
I'm thinking about how we do this appropriately. Seems Ss should experience it for real, but that can be hard to do.
A5 They have to start their activities at SoMe. We can help them building a network. But the first step is in their responsibility.
1 problem of mistakes in SM, is its permanent & employers can see. 1 lesson for pre-service Ts is to remain prof.
Yes! You tell your story - what story do you want told? https://t.co/yrNljdgli2
A4: I try to teach my middle grade Ss that what they put online is the beginning of their brand. I try teaching and forewarning.
not too sure about that. Many don't understand inappropriate and have a hard time with the concept.
Hi! New to . A4 new teachers should use technology to enhance learning but be prepared for when it is down.
Hi! New to . A4 new teachers should use technology to enhance learning but be prepared for when it is down.
Twitter chats can be a great source of ideas and network building for new teachers...
A4 my experience when i interview brand new Ts - they seem to have gotten the message that SM is silly and dangerous to careers
And if joining a chat is too intimidating (or fast paced like ), they still can learn from lurking. https://t.co/zL7ZWllzat
A4: Have pre-service T's join education chats, blog and post on social media, and have them start their own chat to grow PLN.
Great point. I got some of our Ts started this week, & that's what they all want to know. Where do I go?
More communication between K-12 and higher ed needs to happen, especially regarding the power of a digital footprint.
Glad I will be able to make it this semester.
A5) By showing them its value! If they buy in, they will want to learn more, just like anything else.
That's the value of a true, PLN (emphasis on the P). Otherwise it's just an echo chamber. Vital for today's topic.
A4: Be encouraging and share with pre-service teachers. They will be quick to follow and may teach you some things as well.
Start a class account, show them what it looks like, live it with them. Then trust you have done your job.
Yes Hangouts are great!!!!
It's not "one size fits all" :)
Building your personal brand on social media. Good or bad it's their choice.
One danger of the digital landscape is believing everything you read. There are a lot of opinions out there not based on fact.
. Is this your first time in a twitter chat?
Yes. Many see value for personal networking; less comfortable expanding to professional.
Welcome glad you could join us.
A5: PLNs from college live and work all over the state and country. Valuable perspective from outside your geo region
A4 Offer time for educators to collaborate on how SM has been positive and dangerous
A5: Suggest a # and let them explore!
. That is why mentor programs are important- tech usage needs to be part of it- along w/ other nuts/bolts
A5: Next time the question should replace "pre-service Ts"to "professors." We lack so many higher profs in PLN&SM mindsets
Which is worse- a negative dig footprint or no dig footprint? I say no footprint!
A4 A while back someone told me the purpose of high school is to keep Ss alive for college. Same for pre-service? Don’t die online.
A4: Model, have open communication & assure understanding of current SM Ss are using. Personal use of SM should also be discussed.
Right. And there is a connection here. Admin who welcome often work w/ Ts who do too. :)
For working parents, social media has been a life saver. Many pre-service teachers are working parents.
Happy to connect with you ! Looking forward to learning from you!
A5. Join twitter chats. Attend Edcamps or free events. Connect and build a PLN.
Digital citizenship learning is vital for stds and staff! What is our digital footprint?
Some unis make it a requirement - set up twitter acc, join a chat & post a tweet. They have to see value. https://t.co/zgv94Tx27W
A4: Have pre-service T's join education chats, blog and post on social media, and have them start their own chat to grow PLN.
A5. Reaching out to them. Invite them into Twitter chats, book studies, etc. Have them follow hash tags that spark interest.
A4: I think every T has a different risk tolerance-some will not touch it, some will do too much, there has to be a balance
And where do those paper files end up? Publish online, & we have them forever. Create positive Dig Footprint
Yes. Model and build a strong digital footprint. Awesome idea .
All chats contain jargon and groupthink. But this one is powered by people who care about Ss and education.
How do you respond to parents or other teachers who don’t want to be on SM?
agree. Creating a culture of paranoia will shut down potential growth by being a connected educator.
A5- give them names of people to follow, tweet out their handle, encourage them to participate in chats, participate in
A4 & A5 encourage preservice teachers to grow their PLN by reaching out and following other educators on Twitter.
most Eds on SM are so positive and willing to share. Encourage each other to move forward
I agree. Did you know research shows pre-service Ts use techn LESS in classrm than 5-10 yr Ts?
I now ask each of our student teachers to also write a guest blog post about our school for me.
A5 every pre-service T should come w/ built in cohort as a starter kit for a PLN they have a shared exp, build from there
A4: Use it in the classroom. Practice appropriate usage.
Writing a blog post on it as we speak 😎
A4: In near future, preservice Ts will have learned digital citizenship in K-12. Teach how to teach & model DC skills to their Ss.
I think we can do more to share solutions to problems facing education at all levels.
A5: I think you build your PLN by getting involved. Join a chat group that you feel comfortable with and go from there.
A4 Pre-service Ts need to learn what I teach Ss in BusComm re networking (in class, at confs, when volunteering, anywhere).
A4 Best to enculturate ps teachers to the riches of digital media prof. learning via chats/discussions with connected educators.
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A5. Welcome comfort. Encourage F2F networking strategies at confs and regional meetings. Also welcome online PLC development.
A5: By taking the initiative to reach-out to higher ed partners in your community, region, & beyond. Initiate the conversation!
A5: by being accessible & offering to assist. We have to want everyone to get better.
Agree--hopefully they can grow that work. I had them create a resource website that the can grow as they learn.
A5 Get 'em in Twitter chats to find educators to follow, then get 'em on Voxer & Facebook w/same educators. https://t.co/GfSclNrePk
Moving quickly - thanks so much everyone -- Q5 How can we help pre-service teachers build their PLNs?
just mentioned to my head tech facilitator that I want to talk about SM to the bldg techs. She agreed
Right! We teach elem Ss that SM is so much more than posting selfies
A5: suggest a few chats to follow being one of them! And create a chat just for them to practice, get comfortable
A4 teach digital citizen lessons and digital leadership lessons to new t and ss
A5 give new Ts homework as part of their mentoring to find something on social media helpful to their craft to share each session
That said, I can understand someone with a severe jargon allergy *hating* twitter chats... ;)
Also had them open up blogs to write, reflect, share.
Which is worse- a negative dig footprint or no dig footprint? I say no footprint! ” A positive one
That's a great idea, gonna use that.
That's what I have heard. Mind you, if you're "John Smith" or something, it's pretty hard too!
Students know how to use social media but not always how to use to make an impact and grow. It is our job to teach and model
that message needs to start in kindergarten and continue through college
All Edus must be aware of story of the Dodo Bird and what is referred to as ‘genetic drift’…disruption, irrelevance can be swift.
A5) Edcamps are a good start. Connect w pre-service Ts and start conversations. Great way to build a PLN. https://t.co/yH0hdXdi19
Moving quickly - thanks so much everyone -- Q5 How can we help pre-service teachers build their PLNs?
A5. The thing about networking, just like PDL, is that there is not one way to do it, just ingredients to always include.
Some advice:
1 Share Good Practice
2 Don't Feed The Trolls
3 Stay Positive
4 Be You
5 Keep It Real
This is great! Love that you model what you want to see, & give them ownership. Powerful
because the reputation began the minute they entered a school.
A4: Strong leadership that uses SM in your own district can help model how to use it & pairs it with a message of we WANT you to!
A4: New Ts must know tech enhances instruction. Start with solid pedagogical strategies, then find a tool to transform the learning
A5: Teach them the value of PLNs is in the relationships, not the technology.
A4: Same as we do w/elementary Ss; model, practice, model, make it relevant.
A5 part of my PDP this year to use online learning resources to build my flipped classroom.
agreed. That is coming from higher Ed. They don't know the power SM has to help and/or hurt your career.
your kids are all retarded, who cares
Ps, no response, their choice. Ts. "Okay, wish you would". Can't force anything, that is drop in bucket.
Further had them sign up for multiple platforms we use w/Ss like TenMarks, Khan Academy. .
So many of the college visits we went on were asking about a portfolio. Great way to help Ss build one.
Yes. Helping learners see that PD can be PDL is key!
Social Media is important part of today's world and something which is going to remain so we must make it a part of our education
Go get speedgeeking, Fred!
A4 clinical supervising teachers shld B great models using SM 4 PLN & instruction work w student tchers on it
A5. Help grow their PLN by engaging in yours. Have people in your network follow them. Invite them to networking events.
Thanks. We're proud that the hacks are impacting Ts in many countries
Yes!You must definitely keep this in mind.
Yes, a little encouragement & a person willing to answer questions is all it takes to move most of us in a new direction!
A5: Ss build PLNs as part of courses. In addition, we host so our Ss can practice using SM appropriately
True because there was no learning opportunity! No risk, no gain
We used almost no paper all term--laptops required at every class (that presented a problem to some.)
It's important to model the academic impact of learning this way https://t.co/MyiZRNtMnJ
Students know how to use social media but not always how to use to make an impact and grow. It is our job to teach and model
A4 All students deserve to succeed post-college & that means strong active networks. Community: always the center of any success.
A5) Model, suggest, include them, I love share w/ colleagues what I've learned from all of you
A5: build by creating comfort spaces 4presrvc Ts by modeling, demoing, get a buddy, tweet in realtime grad class. Doers do.
I think also creating a class, building, or district chat can be helpful to get started the feed can be a bit much!
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A5: A major reason why I received Digital Principal of the Year was due to the benefits of my . They made me better!
So valid! https://t.co/FNRIyJOZTU
A4: Have pre-service T's join education chats, blog and post on social media, and have them start their own chat to grow PLN.
How do you teach Ss "how" to build PLNs?
Teaching pre-service Ss to use SM professionally is just one necessary part of the process of teaching them to be professionals.
Have you noticed a change in your Ss?
A5: recommend Ts and chats to follow.
Yes, Jason because they have .Message has to go to all edus:join convos, share, learn,
I would totally disagree, f2f interview and Q's can tell you so much more. You can hide behind computer or phone.
don't post anything you wouldn't want your grandma to see 😊
Lots of great chats out there with amazing connected educators https://t.co/Vp7LLOih0A
A5: suggest a few chats to follow being one of them! And create a chat just for them to practice, get comfortable
A5: connect NTs & pre-serv Ts with pros in the field; be "un-isolated" from the very beginning
I think that most people who prohibit tech and social media do not use it much, don't understand it.
Extremely important do discuss & revisit pitfalls often. https://t.co/HVouDzq1c0
Q4 Teaching T's benefits of SM & pitfalls such as losing your job if used inappropriately.
Heard differing views. Know brilliant prof who finds can't manage demands of social media w/students; uses only email.
I always check data after hearing "we do this" or "we do that". If their data no better than ours, I dismiss it.
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A great book discussing this is Master the Media by Some eye-opening examples there!
As fellow educators we should all be following each other back to grow our own PLN. Practice what we preach!
Being in education was an isolating profession for a long time. It's no longer the case.
I think there some twitter handles like are like gateway "drugs" to great plns https://t.co/COSGCduuIL
A5- give them names of people to follow, tweet out their handle, encourage them to participate in chats, participate in
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Right. And if we keep that in mind, than clearly we need to be exploring them with Ss.
A5 It’s easy to get complacent, listen to same ol’ voices over n over. Mix it up. Lots to learn from others.
Makes sense. Can't try new things when they're trying to keep head above water. 2 bad it's 'new things'
yes I have. Very disheartening. I have also witness PR people telling Ts that SM is bad and will hurt their career
I tend to see TW chats as professional discussions more than political debates.
A5. I guided my pre-service teacher to connect w/ professional people, companies, and galleries in the world to help build a PLN.
Beautiful idea! Oh how I wished I was a teacher at your school https://t.co/zDLBxN5L4E
I now ask each of our student teachers to also write a guest blog post about our school for me.
Beautiful idea! Oh how I wished I was a teacher at your school https://t.co/zDLBxN5L4E
I now ask each of our student teachers to also write a guest blog post about our school for me.
Definitely. Ss created both an ePortfolio and resource website--very helpful.
I've done some PDs, but haven't been able to break through yet. Not giving up!
Wow, that is really surprising. Common sense suggests the opposite. I wonder why?
A5: We can help preservice teachers by having universities open their doors to social media and making it a requirement
I guess what I'm wondering is, how do we show Ss that a PLN is more than just a group for a project.
Tuning into a little late today - ready to scroll through tweets on this post- rainy morning in New York.
I love that the hashtag is going strong!! So proud to be an alumni
not doubting anyone's intentions. questioning how impressed we sometimes are with our intentions.
A5: Professional organizations must connect with pre-service programs. Connect early & often. does.
Having my own ePortfolio has helped me attain grants, jobs, connections--very efficient and valuable.
I hope that new Ts don't just view SM as a hinderance to being hired; hope Ts understand all Ed uses of SM https://t.co/oUYkulLs8T
A4 my experience when i interview brand new Ts - they seem to have gotten the message that SM is silly and dangerous to careers
As the kiddos say Maureen, "Facts!"
Q4 - I'm amazed how much learning my daughter gets everyday off of SnapChat stories. K-12 is missing another boat on this one
encouragement is key. Plus model and show examples of info and ideas you have found via social media.
I find you need to seek out conversation in chats. Other wise, you're right: surface.
Definitely! Teachers need time to plan and reflect.
A great Rider success story on the value of PLNs.
Sometimes I ask my PLN to follow staff new to Twitter. I need to do more of that. https://t.co/JtVkxFkM85
give them some tweeps to follow as a starting point plus blogs to look and chats to partake in.
We tell them they don't have a choice. Nicely, of course:)
awesome chat! Hate to cut out early but the kiddos are demanding I join in their play. Have a great weekend.
what an honor! Congratulations!
I prune my ePortfolio and content websites like a garden--constantly enriching, "weeding," sharing, updating.
I teach young students so we use for our portfolio. It has become a verb in class.
So important- educators need to see leaders taking risks and learning- MODEL, make mistakes, LEARN
A5: Educators should lead the way by doing a Twitter demo, take time to explore w/some content-specific contact lists.
Real Goal=> to foster ongoing PD via SM A5
A5: is a great way to learn about/how to chat have created a very supportive chat group!
A5) It needs to be embedded early in training, not an "ad-on." It should be part of professional learning within from the start.
A5 differentiate your instruction to meet T where they're at - principal instructional practices are no different
. Down with that. We could all use a little humility and honesty--and our language could as well.
Blogging is a great way to get students to learn to use their voices to brand themselves!
In a sense those platforms are like my "babies" since they reflect the best of my professional work, research.
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A5: 1. Mentoring 2. Explore slowly and 3. Find what works for them
Right. On some level, there is some selfish thinking in all of us. Besides for others, we want to know why us?
The door I'm near is open . :) https://t.co/nItp0dCGvP
A5: We can help preservice teachers by having universities open their doors to social media and making it a requirement
Yes we do! We have to support our pre-service teachers & help them excel. https://t.co/GaIdR6pwcy
A5: Professional organizations must connect with pre-service programs. Connect early & often. does.
Absolutely true Maureen. How to change this? https://t.co/kdHAWgdte1
I think that most people who prohibit tech and social media do not use it much, don't understand it.
I think we're at xroads. They didn't use it as S, so they don't take what they do pers. to prof.
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ugh! well -- parents think ti also... EdCamps are a great antidote to this...
So true - Social Media part of life. Educate students on how to properly use it.
are school districts giving teachers PD hours for PLN's? If so how r you tracking?
A5) You have to model it! Find & chats that peek their interests. If they find it useful-they'll use it as a teacher.
it's a good idea. Use your PLN to engage new staff new to twitter and to make them feel welcome.
That's true of many innovations. There are two antidotes to fear: humour (short term) and knowledge (long term)
Good morning miss positive. Yes. There are a lot of educators who act like their side is obviously the best.
Unless you're a specialist, LOL. ;)
A5 I wouldn't force PLNs as a course task unless it has a clearly defined purpose.In French,we have PLNs when we connect w/natives.
A5a have a lot to offer anyone to grow their PLN. No agenda forces (in a nice way) forging connections. Diversity is good.
I know I always say this but, couldn't have done it without you! Thank you, thank you! https://t.co/I2a4bxZ4b6
A great Rider success story on the value of PLNs.
A5: Pre-service Ts should attend free conferences like Edcamp. We reached out to local colleges, but few took us up on opportunity
A4. Using SM in a prof manner is a gr8 place to start. I stand that you want a diff opinion. That's what get you thinking
And yet, this isn't so easy. Ss come to us with views already present on "proper" use.
Many said that they saw teaching and education much differently after the course and tech integration.
yes limited for Ss but not professional growth.
A5 novice T's can feel so alone, a PLN can be a Mentoring team. It can be a lifeline but it has to be created before crisis arise
They need to see the purpose! https://t.co/Esknn4PPX3
I guess what I'm wondering is, how do we show Ss that a PLN is more than just a group for a project.
Some were frustrated and unwilling to embrace the "lifelong learning" aspects of teaching.
A5 Start when they enter the program and don't wait until internship. An entire lesson plan built from help of digital PLN?
Indeed! Social media offers all Ts, including pre-service Ts, the opportunity for "PD de jour" - to learn & grow daily.
I feel many see no footprint as smart/saavy. I don't think that makes sense in how we communicate and connect these days
A5 shouldn't preservice ts be building their portfolio?? They should see immediate benefit of building pln & doc their learning
One project was a "lifelong learning" project to exemplify the kind of learning T's continually have to do.
OMG, so true - It needs to be embedded early in training, not an "ad-on."
Yes. Otherwise we see them as triage tools, needed only for the worst situations.
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A5: Admin need to assign new Ts mentors, & help both connect to wider audiences via collaborative district events, or social media.
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A5: Take time during new teacher orientation to get them started on a
just like they come with many views our job to expose open their eyes & help them make informed decisions
A6 Check out my handy Blogging 101: https://t.co/QFu7pfuWpY
Focus on why important for all K12/univ students.
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Love that you're plugging this great here on doc. YOU inspire!
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very true! I still consider myself a "lurker" as I feel more comfortable sometimes just to soak everything in
I'm off to my workout. Thank you for an inspiring start to my day.
I agree. How do we do this?
A6: start them blogging for reflection in Yr 1 of ed program. Build it from reflection to lesson creation to philosophy
A6: Blogging? You reap what you sow. You've got to get started & find a level that fits your weekly schedule
Show newbies several great blog posts and discuss how they drive PD.
I didnt b/c the experience wasnt developmentally appropriate. I did share w/colleagues. They were shocked. https://t.co/qVEtcPZwSH
Did you share that lesson with students?
A6: Re blogging, one of the best ways to learn to write is to write for an audience.
Sometimes the teachers need to ask the students what social networks they use to learn. It can help the teachers instruction.
truly amazing. You all should be so proud!!
. I agree! Knowledge does not equal ability to apply
I've Magpied that idea now! &:-)
Right! Challenge your comfort zone in everything you do, including social media.
Please explain--I don't understand "facts"
What better way to build a PLN than F2F connections with teachers! Lets hope more attend next time!
From research, Higher Ed isn't using it enough. PS Ts don't see it modeled in their learning.
It's nice to know that once they begin, 100% of them will agree in a few weeks "this is really useful"
A5 Going a little further out helps, too. in Phoenix was a bit different than .. singly good both better.
I think taking the safe route is a fixed mindset. It’s sad when that is the rewarded path
Social media and dig cit aren't isolated lessons. They should permeate all aspects of what we do in the classroom.
Social media and dig cit aren't isolated lessons. They should permeate all aspects of what we do in the classroom.
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it's about encouraging and supporting rather than forcing. Twitter like so many other tools doesn't work for all.
Still trending - great professionals Q6 How can we help pre-service teachers learn the benefits of blogging and risk-taking?
Find out what their needs are and connect this to the development of their PLN
A6: With blogging, teachers can experience writing as a tool for knowing and not just expressing.
“: wish I'd had time at to visit with you - takeaways from conf? Great convo, I wish more supes attended
A6: Style is important for successful blogging. Striking a balance between info & personal opinion.
A6 To tell the truth: They have to make own experiences. They may ask, yes, but they have to find / create their own voice in SoMe!
A6: My blog suffered thru Holidays. Lesson? It's OK if you don't post daily or take time off https://t.co/WyV6Lkwxxg
Yes, people love Seesaw. We're a Google school so I used Google sites and apps a lot.
Trying to recruit friends to SM? Share SM tools @ https://t.co/oyg2v4C7ox Screencasts, tutorials, printable handouts
A5) Ss need 2 B self-directed learners - social media lends 2 that. Much of their learning will be prescribed by requirements.
Wow! Thanks for the shout-out Kevin! https://t.co/Yo2qYhIFOq
I think there some twitter handles like are like gateway "drugs" to great plns https://t.co/COSGCduuIL
A5- give them names of people to follow, tweet out their handle, encourage them to participate in chats, participate in
A5: Invite preservice Ts into our own PLNs, existing hubs across apps. Model how PLNs enhance their own & their Ss learning.
A6: Question: why is blogging and risk-taking in the same question?...
A6 blogging is perfect way to reflect & eval self. We are all vulnerable so blog like a diary, but post when you are comfortable
I agree to an extent. Although sometimes I can use logic to form an opinion. I don't need research to support every idea.
A6. Blogging? Design a class blog where all can participate and share learning, thinking, reflecting.
we do it by not attaching a project/grade/assignment to the use of it. Just enter them in. Share what they find
Yet some didn't like the graphic limitations of Google Sites and chose Weebly instead.
SAFE, SAVVY, ETHICAL use of SM & tech
True! Even less than common names might have doubles online w/ less than savory employment!
We must include a major important group to learn SM. PARENTS! To support the process & monitor their kids.
Great Q Fred.
Profs/Ts need to teach social media in a context w Ss viewed pre-professionally.
A3 Great Q!New Ts need to know that (Australian)major school systems have own LMS for eLearning.Be sure what you create you can use
have students see the daily conversations that happen on Twitter.
A6. Have Ss start a blog during their coursework. Use blogging as a reflective tool, have the read others blogs.
I led the class w/a Google site--all assignment links, materials, etc linked there.
Well said! Provides a proactive foundation one can rely on when the rough seas come...and they will.
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Still trending - great professionals Q6 How can we help pre-service teachers learn the benefits of blogging and risk-taking?
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A6: Ts are reflective educators and blogging allows for that
lurking is still learning! I think its important to listen and find value & prevent feeling overwhelmed
as mentioned b4, when it important, they'll do it and guessing most do nothing beyond the school day.
A6. Risk-taking? I've always found the best way to do this is take risks myself. Otherwise, others wonder, "Why should I bother?"
Greater risk = greater reward https://t.co/dkTf7CvkZI
I think taking the safe route is a fixed mindset. It’s sad when that is the rewarded path
A6 If we’re going to hear little voices in our heads sometimes how much better if they’re teachers/practitioners voices?
Mahalo Sylwia. Very humbled to be named with awesome educators like Bobby and Glenn.
Resume builders need to resist forcing their own ideas. Challenge your teachers to cultivate their own ideas and presence.
read YOUR SCHOOLS ROCKS....by and great book on using SM and the positive impact
A6 Provide opportunities to practice blogging and risk-taking safely. Then have them share with the world. https://t.co/4rpa2izsXn
Still trending - great professionals Q6 How can we help pre-service teachers learn the benefits of blogging and risk-taking?
we have a national faculty member on our staff,
The New Teacher Project has some interesting reading on supporting / preparing new T's
I'm still hesitant to blog myself. 😬😬😬
Mission of schools must be instructing Ss on what a is and how to create safe, quality one
. So isn't thinking of the children? What kind of covos/keywords would you like to hear?
thanks for a good discussion. Enjoy the weekend!
True. I don't get why it doesn't work for ppl....but i do see where edus force backchanneling just to do it.
Maybe if they'd had input. I wish we all asked our students what they wanted/needed more within the curriculum.
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A6) They need to understand that, while it's a risk, it's also a great opportunity available.
A6: Set the example, encouragement and support.
A6) Be transparent about your own SM risks and humble about when they weren't home runs.
A6 In the Navy before reporting to a new duty station/ship we’d connect with a sponsor. Do pre-service teachers do that?
One way. But to see value of PLN, we have to see how it helps others, and ourselves, right?
I'm not new to Twitter but I find chats tough to follow. Much happier reading an archive after the fact. chats favor the quick.
A6. Model risk taking, the importance of risk taking, and how it impacts learning/teaching.
Kate in VT tuning into late. Just had an awesome week of PD opportunities rain down on me. Life is good!
Ok this is an area I struggle with! I try to blog but I can't seem to stick with it. I'm the wrong person to ask!:-(
Yes!! These should be modeled in daily lessons. Not "today is digital life day" https://t.co/NntRaGj7na
Social media and dig cit aren't isolated lessons. They should permeate all aspects of what we do in the classroom.
like the point on wider audiences. Is also about encouraging new Ts to question and challenge ideas; to be open.
Yup Christina! 'younger generation' not on snapchat & feeling old 🙃
A6: blogging is a great place for pre service Ts to reflect on their learning.
It's definitely changing thanks to outside influences in ed more than inside influences.
A6: Maybe by showing the benefits of them, having them try some, always modeling. Experiential learning prob best.
A6 FInally, note that in my Blogging 101 https://t.co/QFu7pfuWpY
Emphasis is on service, not on self-promotion. Very important.
A blog is 1 piece of SM puzzle. I think most pre service teachers have a strength already, build on that. And it may not be a blog
A6: through reading & creating a growth mindset. Copy what others do for student growth. Take time to reflect on teaching practice
Q6 blogging and Risk taking are two completely different things that may be connected... Teach risk taking
I also try to interact and promote their tweets to encourage them to continue to share
Danielle, I think we have the same brain 😊 https://t.co/UapC29GnA1
A6. Model risk taking, the importance of risk taking, and how it impacts learning/teaching.
You need to know how... But I do question how active you have to be sometimes.
A6 as we become transparent we open the door to criticism...but we also open it to celebration
World outside of ed is honoring online effort, work. Parents and Ss are supporting too--they're pushing it forward.
A5: Must show Ts that PLN should include diff groups of Ts. As a HS Math T, I've learned lots from Elementary Ts & non-math Ts.
It is Not about managing and communicating with students - it is about helping the Ss connect with other Eds -
I think so. I'm primarily focused on adult ed, and it is the same. (1/2)
A6: Blogging is the great educational equalizer. Educators can share, reflect, and impact. No one cares what title you hold
We need to create arenas where pre-service can have access to innovative and creative practices. Those discussions are happening…
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Q1. Would rather have sTs learn Dewey than Twitter. sm is a tool... Practice, philosophy and approach will bring w it new tech
I woke just in time for this... ready to learn
A6. A benefit of blogging and risk taking with pre-service teachers: a more reflective, risk taking profession.
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everything for a purpose plus we need to acknowledge that we are all different so no tool will work for all.
All you have to do is live int he world, watch the news, desire to learn and you're convinced about SM and tech.
Absolutely a good way to model. I do the same and I want to interact, so it is real, not fake.
A6: just starting to blog/just the processing of my thoughts/ideas have made issues more clear to me and inspired some new actions
Good morning! So important to teach about looking at all sides of an issue. And knowing your own value.
A6. Leading pre-service teachers to enjoy blogging and risk-taking is hard to do. But, introduce them to , they will learn.
Before I attempt to show any one way, I have to learn where folks are. (2/2)
I think Twitter has multiple uses and each of us needs to decide how it best works for us. https://t.co/ze9Bgwj4Yi
I'm not new to Twitter but I find chats tough to follow. Much happier reading an archive after the fact. chats favor the quick.
And several years ago, I tried it w/Twitter when it was a bit new. Wasn't worth it for our purposes. &error
I do love reading other blogs :-) Will try to start blogging again😳
A6 for new T's every single day is risk taking. Blogging will encourage confidence & steady improvement in their craft
Which kind of change is more powerful?
A6 Give opportunity to practice at meetings, events, in-service, etc. Build a culture of risk taking in all areas
Educators on : please connect with me on FB. Jodi Stiller Meier. Started a positivity group: The Happy Teacher Challenge.
can I join this group? We are not older but wiser😊 https://t.co/ntDbot3dab
Yup Christina! 'younger generation' not on snapchat & feeling old 🙃
Have you tried Tweetdeck? It definitely helps. Also just scroll through a couple. I could never read every post
Educators on : please connect with me on FB. Jodi Stiller Meier. Started a positivity group: The Happy Teacher Challenge.
What's the deal with ? Doesn't the question have enough communities? Who ARE these people?
Good point--I need to build up that humor side--so frustrated for years about lack of tech, now it's changing finally.
What a great as usual. Thank you to our moderator today & everyone. Best to all for Dr. King Day!
A5 Administrators we need to build in time in the day for PLN opportunities. Portion of PLC time needs to be learning.
A6: Have a purpose! Our Ts & Admin have blogs & twitter accts to update & share their Ss learning.. it’s contagious! !
Thanks Tara. Hope all is well
true - I let SM fit into my life, not fitting my life around SM still trying to find the right balance
A6: Preservice Ts learn reflective practice. Blogging is polished version & serves as reflection & professional collaboration.
Even then the rate of return beyond just thinking sometimes is marginal, but it is fun.
Can Educators expect Ss to use social media, technology properly if we don't model it? Professional Learning is keep up w/ trends
Late to but what to echo . As an adjunct I see how blogging & collaborating w g+ enhances growth for pre service Ts
A6: Help them understand that with risks comes the chance of failure, but that is ok, learn and grow from the experience
Yes But I lrned value from embedding self in it. No one said "this is why it's worth it" Ts should see 1st hand
. I work in the innovation world, and jargon grows like mutant kudzu there! You gotta call it out.
true. I was the same. Tried twitter then walked away. I then came back years later and it worked for me.
and I loved hearing your cat and pony presentation. Lots of good ideas. Collaborative Competition
A6 A central tenet of instructional design is don’t do something for learners they can do for themselves..
Absolutely. Ss said to me recently, "You always use Twitter." I said, "Yes."
A6. Also valuing the risks they take. Not all risks look the same and that's okay. Move to be uncomfortable, but be true to you.
A6: always act as a model of what you want to see - work with the preservice teachers assigned to your school
Great way to model. Can transfer that to other forms/media.
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A6- I tell my Ss all the time that I encourage mistakes bc they provide an amazing platform to grow
rEad book about blogging. It will help! You can do it. “: I'm still hesitant to blog myself. 😬😬😬”
A6 Blogging allows Pre-Ts the opportunity to reflect on their learning, education or daily life. We are better when we reflect
Q6: Risk-taking is about learning. Value it. If I stay in my comfort zone, I'm not moving forward. Share your own risks & failures
I was responding to this without knowing it in my last tweet. Says a lot.
I've connected with so many who visit our school, affect our learning, provide opportunities--awesome.
A5 Share 15 active professionally oriented teacher bloggers with new teachers - introduce them to with -
A6 Most Pre Service Ts have portfolios, why not allow blogging to be part of that?
A6: Re student blogging - it’s also important to encourage S’s to make thoughtful comments on other blogs.
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Def. an important part. When/how?
exist. They are good. 1Q a week. I like both RT & slow chats. Summaries are great.
A6 Modeling & celebrating those Ts who are connected as educators will inspire SM use for tomorrow's Ts. Brian, HS princ from Mass
A6: Hope to shepherd my lambs to the bay this May to see horseshoe crab orgies--may be the educational event of the year.
A6) Archiving is crucial. It's what writing is about! This is a truth they'll pass on to Ss. Blogging is a great first step.
Absolutely! Many students still need to learn that anycommunication is not private diary, but a social act. https://t.co/SBeW0deabM
Before I attempt to show any one way, I have to learn where folks are. (2/2)
A6: Ts need the time to practice blogging without taking it live & get feedback from experienced peers
A6: for blogging=reflection, pre-service Ts may feel uncomfortable with putting themselves out there, how do we encourage that?...
Mornin' ! I'd send back yawning & coffee emoticons if I was awake enough! RESPECT for making at 7:30 every Sat!!!
Inspiration for learning always trumps coercion of learning. Always.
Late to too. Blogging has been a huge use and growth for me and other Ts and Ss.
Yes. But I would like to know reasons why Twitter for PL doesn't work. 1/2
Absolutely. I've heard those that never use warn of so many detriments w/o real experience.
A bunch of balloons floated up my screen. Now I recall changing my birthdate to the night my Dad banged my Mom thus conceiving me.
Why does it have to be an either/or? Can't we learn Dewey and Twitter at the same time?
A6: Blogging can't be forced. It must flow so you can reflect, grow, share & connect.
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A6: May be a week behind--just woke up. =)
And even if they did, you wouldn't necessarily see that until you put yourself in there.
A5 cont'd. Once the PLN learning starts T's will incorporate on their own when they see the power behind the learning
A6: Blogging feels so empowering! And yes it doesn't matter what title you hold, even unemployed Ts feel its worth 🙊
2/2 When I hear it, those edus don't do any connecting and learning anyhow.
an interesting piece. Makes me think of the issues associated with categorisation.
Ooo that’s good-be apart of telling your school’s story. Build yr own brand, don’t let someone else do it! https://t.co/nw9yOT5HSE
A6: sorry I missed the chat recovering from very hard for us to influence preservice teachers - up to the university
true - but I try to give myself a deadline otherwise I'd never get it done
Right. The best way to have real private conversation is F2F, one on one. :)
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very kind of you. Thank you
A6 Celebrate the reflective practitioner.
We are trying to build that into our lessons. Challenging, but worth it.
Thank you to my former college professor and good friend for guest moderating . You da man!
We're integrating into Middle School Advisory/Homeroom program.
A6 Used to be people were fearful of “Not invented here.” Social media blows that up big time. Create or borrow/steal (attribution)
Thanks, ! Great chat today- enjoy your day!
If you don't risk anything, you won't gain anything. New techniques mixed with the old is the right way to go, In my opinion
Right. Not context should ever be removed from PDL!
HUGE Thank You to our PLN & Guest Moderator for an engaging chat
Thanks to my comoderators:
mainly just understanding student choices, higher Ed decisions, my every day teaching methods, tx for asking!
A6 again, tie rewards to what you want to promote. Ex. Often awards for good attendance. What about for good risks or good PD?
Yes! Steady improvement through reflection and a platform to collaborate, challenge, & question!
or further your learning about Dewey on Twitter
A6-even in 3rd grade we blog! Coming up with a thought,sharing it, having it validated,reading others' thoughts,commenting=powerful
Maybe suggest "refocusing on students" as a topic to the moderators.
A6) Risk taking is about learning, coming out of you comfort zone, moving forward and providing more for Ss
Q6: require them to do so and tweet out powerful ones so they see how quick comments come in. They need to learn by doing!
at that time I was reading a lot as part of a masters programme so couldn't align journals and a 140char tweet.
Should we be teaching earlier?
Thanks for the opportunity. A great morning.
Forcing use of SM in edu doesn't work well. Encouragement through actual practice works.
Per blogging, the idea that you can write something and put it out there for ANYONE to see is still mind blowing.
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Very impt 2talk into the acronyms. Name/Define/Explain them! Newbie Ts must understand purpose/trajectory of
A6 share good stories as example. Allow your school to see the positive work being done as an example is cheaper!
And thank you and for an amazing
Thanks Bonnie :)
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rEad book about blogging. It will help! You can do it. “: I'm still hesitant to blog myself. 😬😬😬”
with and its blogging feature our youngest students are able to share what they are learning with the world.
totally agree, you can't 'force' teachers to use SM long way to go!
very much agree. Forcing any tool or technique is almost guaranteed to end in failure.
Agree--"either/or" is not needed in most situations--most situations should be seen w/continuum in mind.
A great big "Thank YOU" to all who participated in today's chat about Social Media and Higher Education. I learned so much.
Exactly! In a perfect world the PD/PL should ultimately benefit the Ss https://t.co/B7pz6SgliJ
Right. Not context should ever be removed from PDL!
👏 And it fulfills the standards the students need to accomplish
A6: When you have a good story to tell, blogging is easy. All Ts, including pre-service Ts, have stories that need to be told.
Thanks, for another great morning. I always love learning alongside you!
A6- before my Ss blog, I ALWAYS model an example & stress it being so okay to have a difference in opinions
Yes! I post one to two a month. If inspired I do more.
I teach Dewey so Ss can use their library (and other libraries) independently. That's bad? ;)
Thanks for a thought provoking Happy to be back chatting. Have a great day!
So true! grateful for & for really helping my preservs develop their PLNs NOW! https://t.co/dTlGNrQszM
A5 novice T's can feel so alone, a PLN can be a Mentoring team. It can be a lifeline but it has to be created before crisis arise
THanks all for sharing. Several tabs to explore, many from .
A6 & encourage/nurture others to do the same.
A6 Hi from Jakarta - supporting teachers by modelling and showing them how Ss can learn through global connection
Honored by your follow and -- always provides us w/ the best opportunity to meet new friends.
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And it can. Doesn't have to be difficult. Remember purpose, format, and audience!
Thank you , appreciate the effort and time that goes into this!
So enjoyed my conversation at today. Thank you all and to moderators
Thanks for another great !
Thanks to all. My First blog post, inspired by a PLN member I met here who encouraged me to write https://t.co/llKtu0jMQX Thanks!
Thank you for convo this morning to start the day
A6 encourage teachers to research information they can use in their own class from blogs then, give back with their own blog
Thank you for allowing to push the mindsets of many this am. If you're not following him, you must!!
I'll check it out, thanks!
How do you help edus embed?
For me, sometimes chats are about absorbing. Thanks for many ideas & fodder while I was lurking this am.
A6 Allow pre-service teachers to blog about their learning & their method to integrate into learning. Place 2 start for comfort
Conectedness is a way for new and old Ed's to learn! I discovered this last night – fantastic, right?? https://t.co/O49KNLi1AD
Here is a picture of 20,703 glow sticks each representing a book read by a student at Brookman Elementary! https://t.co/6OEwzFpApF
Thanks everyone for a fun chat. Eating breakfast then going for a run.
Thank You to for moderating today’s chat. Another amazing
A6:how about acknowledging risk-taking when we see it on site, in our buildings.It doesn't need to be online in order to be a risk.
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So enjoyed my conversation at today. Thank you all and to moderators
Agree but do encourage as much as you can.
took me sometime 2truly understand as well as for every awesome chat out there
A6 Growth mindset in univ Ss: most successful when they're treated/viewed as young professionals, not kids. https://t.co/gCUM2muStw
great tool for educators wonderful support! - we need more admin to blog to their staff
experimenting with new software and tools in lessons and being open with students when it doesn't go as planned.
Yes! One of many positives from course at is an expectation to bld a . Preservice Ts see value
tHank you! Make it a great day!
Thanks for sharing your voice!
