#seesawchat Archive

#Seesawchat was founded by Seesaw, which is a student-driven digital portfolio that allows teachers and students to share schoolwork with parents.

Thursday May 10, 2018
7:00 PM EDT

  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:00 PM EDT
    It’s #SeesawChat time! We’re chatting about how to encourage family and student collaboration on Seesaw! If you’re new here it’s easy to participate. Read Q1, start a new tweet with A1 and include #SeesawChat in your tweet.
  • Seesaw - Moderator May 10 @ 7:00 PM EDT
    It’s time to #seesawchat! Follow @tracipiltz, she will be tweeting the questions! We can’t wait to learn and share with you!
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:02 PM EDT
    Q1: We LOVE all levels here at #SeesawChat, so please jump in! Introduce yourself & share what your role is at your school. We are chatting about families tonight, so tell us your favorite TV family of all time! #Seesawchat
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:04 PM EDT
    A1: Traci from Montana! I'm a tech integration specialist and former K teacher who loves @seesaw! My fave TV family of all time is the Taylors from Friday Night Lights! Can't wait to hear your faves. #Seesawchat
  • Seesaw - Moderator May 10 @ 7:05 PM EDT
    Still plenty of time to jump into #seesawchat! Follow @TraciPiltz who will be tweeting the questions. We're just getting started and can't wait to share with you! #seesawchat
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:05 PM EDT
    Hi Caitlin! Join in! #seesawchat
    In reply to @MrsHorn88, @Seesaw
  • EdTechBry May 10 @ 7:05 PM EDT
    Don't miss #SeesawChat -- starting now! @Seesaw
  • MrsMcCabeOB May 10 @ 7:06 PM EDT
    Kristen from NJ! First grade teacher. Favorite TV family of all time is definitely The Arnolds from The Wonder Years! #SeesawChat
  • iteach5m May 10 @ 7:06 PM EDT
    A1 Brenda 5th grade teacher from Haddon Twp.Nj. favorite TV family is Modern Family . #SeesawChat
  • Jordan_priestle May 10 @ 7:06 PM EDT
    A1: I’m jordan, from Auckland, New Zealand! Im in class at the moment so going to join when I can. I’m lead teacher in ICT and seesaw ambassador. I love the Adams family 😂😂 #SeesawChat
    • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:02 PM EDT
      Q1: We LOVE all levels here at #SeesawChat, so please jump in! Introduce yourself & share what your role is at your school. We are chatting about families tonight, so tell us your favorite TV family of all time! #Seesawchat
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:07 PM EDT
    Q2: Think about that TV family you mentioned in A1. What qualities make them your favorite & how does that connect to families in your classroom? #Seesawchat
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:07 PM EDT
    Hi Brenda! I love Modern Family!! Thanks for joining in! #Seesawchat
    In reply to @iteach5m
  • EdTechJulieJ May 10 @ 7:07 PM EDT
    Hi, it's Julie from Seesaw! Excited to #seesawchat with you tonight!
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:08 PM EDT
    Hi Kristen! Welcome! Oh, I love the Wonder Years! Thanks for joining in tonight! #Seesawchat
    In reply to @MrsMcCabeOB
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:08 PM EDT
    Hi Julie! Thanks for joining in! #seesawchat
    In reply to @EdTechJulieJ
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:09 PM EDT
    A2: What I love about the Taylors in Friday Night Lights is that they stick together no matter what. I think this is true of families we work w as Ts, too. Ps & Ss have a deep bond & need ways to collaborate to get Ps involved in Ss learning. #seesawchat
  • smanhart4 May 10 @ 7:09 PM EDT
    A1 Shawna. I teach MS Band in MI. Here's a pic of the loves in my own family and one of my faves. #SeesawChat
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:10 PM EDT
    Hi Shawna! So cute - love your pics and the Simpsons are one of my faves, too! Thanks for joining us for #Seesawchat tonight!
    In reply to @smanhart4
  • TechCoachSusan May 10 @ 7:11 PM EDT
    Hellllo #SeesawChat! A1: Susan Stewart - Tech Coach from CA here! Huge fan of the dysfunctional Bundy Family :)
  • iteach5m May 10 @ 7:11 PM EDT
    A2: Families come in all different kinds. My families all love Seesaw! Everyone likes to know what is happening at school! #SeesawChat
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:11 PM EDT
    HAHA! I was thinking of them, too. So funny! Thanks for joining in! #seesawchat
    In reply to @TechCoachSusan
  • Jordan_priestle May 10 @ 7:11 PM EDT
    A2: I love how family orientated they are, always wanting to hear about each other and see what is going on. I love how Seesaw can help make those key family attributes happen in class #seesawchat
    • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:07 PM EDT
      Q2: Think about that TV family you mentioned in A1. What qualities make them your favorite & how does that connect to families in your classroom? #Seesawchat
  • MrsMcCabeOB May 10 @ 7:12 PM EDT
    A2: The Arnolds on The Wonder Years are so relatable! You gotta love that overworked, grouchy with the alka seltzer! With Seesaw, Mr. Arnold could be more connected to his children’s classroom #seesawchat
  • RobMcKEdu May 10 @ 7:12 PM EDT
    A1: love the “This is Us” family #seesawchat
    In reply to @TraciPiltz
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:12 PM EDT
    Yes!! I find that once Ps get used to having it, they are super disappointed when their kiddo moves to a new grade/class that doesn't use @seesaw. #seesawchat
    In reply to @iteach5m, @Seesaw
  • MrsHorn88 May 10 @ 7:12 PM EDT
    First grade teacher from STL! My favorite TV family is either the whole family from Modern Family OR from Arrested Development #seesawchat
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:12 PM EDT
    Absolutely! Well said, Jordan! #seesawchat
    In reply to @Jordan_priestle
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:14 PM EDT
    Q3: What does family and student collaboration mean to you? #Seesawchat
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:14 PM EDT
    Hi Caitlin! Omigosh I have been watching @arresteddev season 4 to get ready for season 5 and forgot how much I love that family! Ha! Thanks for joining in tonight! #seesawchat
    In reply to @MrsHorn88, @arresteddev
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:16 PM EDT
    A3: Ps & Ss working together towards one goal. This could be a family project or families knowing how to support their kids' learning (i.e. reading w them, knowing how to help w math, etc). #Seesawchat
  • Jordan_priestle May 10 @ 7:16 PM EDT
    A3: working together, helping each other, encouragement and love. Being able to see how each other is going, reflect and give feedback! #seesawchat
  • Seesaw - Moderator May 10 @ 7:16 PM EDT
    #seesawchat
  • mberelson May 10 @ 7:17 PM EDT
    A1. Mary Berelson from Truckee Ca. @Seesaw Ambassador. Enjoyed the Parenthood and Modern Family families. Love connecting my Ss families to our classroom with @Seesaw. #Seesawchat
    • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:00 PM EDT
      It’s #SeesawChat time! We’re chatting about how to encourage family and student collaboration on Seesaw! If you’re new here it’s easy to participate. Read Q1, start a new tweet with A1 and include #SeesawChat in your tweet.
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:18 PM EDT
    Great answer - love the part about reflecting and giving feedback. It's awesome that as a P, @Seesaw gives me a way to view my daughter's work & provide her with feedback & encouragement throughout her day, plus know what we could practice together at home. #seesawchat
    In reply to @Jordan_priestle, @Seesaw
  • MrsMcCabeOB May 10 @ 7:18 PM EDT
    A3: Seesaw strengthens that Home- school connection on a regular basis. Parents love seeing student work. Students love having their family as an audience! Getting comments from parents on their work is great encouragement. #seesawchat
  • MrsHorn88 May 10 @ 7:19 PM EDT
    A3: Family and student collaboration means all involved take ownership in the child's learning. Students develop such pride in their work when they know it is seen or shared, so family involvement is so important! #seesawchat
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:19 PM EDT
    Hi Mary, welcome! I looooved Parenthood! Such a great show. Thanks for joining in tonight. #seesawchat
    In reply to @mberelson, @Seesaw
  • emily_doran14 May 10 @ 7:19 PM EDT
    Q3. Family and student collaborations means that our parents are connected to what we are learning in the classroom so they can truly be apart of their child’s education. It means blending learning between home and school. #SeesawChat
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:20 PM EDT
    Absolutely! It is wonderful for both Ps & Ss to have this home-school connection. #seesawchat
    In reply to @MrsMcCabeOB
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:20 PM EDT
    Love this part about taking ownership - so true! #seesawchat
    In reply to @MrsHorn88
  • mberelson May 10 @ 7:21 PM EDT
    A3. Encouragement from Ps to Ss. Pride from Ss to Ps. Witnessing such blossoming and increase in Ss (and Ps! Lol) self confidence is so heart warming. #SeesawChat
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:21 PM EDT
    Yes! So many Ps don't know how to help or what questions to ask Ss. I think @seesaw really helps bridge this gap in such an amazing and supportive way. #seesawchat
    In reply to @emily_doran14, @Seesaw
  • smanhart4 May 10 @ 7:22 PM EDT
    A2 I love The Simpsons. Honest characters. All with their own 'flaws,' but who for the most part are good people just trying to enjoy their lives & each other (sometimes--lol). I think that would be true of all my Ss' families-and my own too. #SeesawChat
  • EdTechJulieJ May 10 @ 7:22 PM EDT
    I'm spending way too much time thinking about other TV families, @TraciPiltz! 😂 #seesawchat
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:23 PM EDT
    Yes, this is so true! The families we work with, we may not always agree with, but they most often have their kiddos' interests at the heart of everything they do. #seesawchat
    In reply to @smanhart4
  • iteach5m May 10 @ 7:23 PM EDT
    A3: @seesaw gives parents an opportunity to see their child’s work in real-time. It is authentic and gives a starting point for conversation. I no longer have to explain what we are doing in class. @Seesaw shows it! #SeesawChat
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:24 PM EDT
    Hahaha I know! It took me way too long to put these slides together because I was having too much fun, LOL. #seesawchat
    In reply to @EdTechJulieJ
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:25 PM EDT
    Authentic!! Yes!!!! And such a great starting point for conversations about S progress with Ps! #seesawchat
    In reply to @iteach5m, @Seesaw
  • EdTechBry May 10 @ 7:25 PM EDT
    So powerful. There should be no surprises for families and students. #SeesawChat @Seesaw @iteach5m
    • iteach5m May 10 @ 7:23 PM EDT
      A3: @seesaw gives parents an opportunity to see their child’s work in real-time. It is authentic and gives a starting point for conversation. I no longer have to explain what we are doing in class. @Seesaw shows it! #SeesawChat
  • EdTechVic May 10 @ 7:25 PM EDT
    "What does family and student collaboration mean to you?" Great response @MrsHorn88 I totally agree. When Ss have an audience, they develop a sense of pride and ownership & it leads to higher quality work! Win win #seesawchat
    • MrsHorn88 May 10 @ 7:19 PM EDT
      A3: Family and student collaboration means all involved take ownership in the child's learning. Students develop such pride in their work when they know it is seen or shared, so family involvement is so important! #seesawchat
  • BethHajder May 10 @ 7:26 PM EDT
    A1 Beth 1st grade teacher in MA. Favorite TV family has to be the Ingalls. #seesawchat
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:27 PM EDT
    My daughter's T uses @seesaw and our P-T conference was like "soo .... what do we talk about?" LOL I already felt so totally informed of her progress by viewing her daily @seesaw posts. #seesawchat
    In reply to @EdTechBry, @Seesaw, @iteach5m, @Seesaw, @Seesaw
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:27 PM EDT
    Hi Beth! Thanks for joining in. The Ingalls are a classic! #seesawchat
    In reply to @BethHajder
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:28 PM EDT
    Q4: What traditional methods have you used to encourage your families and students to collaborate on projects? #Seesawchat
  • MrssmithOP220 May 10 @ 7:28 PM EDT
    Dropping in to say a quick hello! Sophia from Chicago 2nd grade T #SeesawChat
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:29 PM EDT
    Hi Sophia! Thanks for popping in! #seesawchat
    In reply to @MrssmithOP220
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:30 PM EDT
    A4: I used to send home projects where Ps & Ss created or built something together. Also sent home leveled books and asked that Ss read to their families at least 15 min each night. #seesawchat
  • BethHajder May 10 @ 7:30 PM EDT
    A2 What I like about the Ingalls is that they always pulled together. Families today are working hard to stay connected to each other even when they work crazy hours. Co-parenting also can be challenging #seesawchat
  • Jordan_priestle May 10 @ 7:31 PM EDT
    A4: I create videos showing parents how to collaborate or work on their learning, what it looks like for them and sentence frames to help them. As we have lots of ELL parents, they find this helpful! @seesaw translate features makes that helpful and able to happen #SeesawChat
    • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:28 PM EDT
      Q4: What traditional methods have you used to encourage your families and students to collaborate on projects? #Seesawchat
  • MrssmithOP220 May 10 @ 7:31 PM EDT
    I wanted to be sure to talk about the families I work with! They want so bad to support their children but with a language barrier they didn't feel like they could! @seesaw gives them that power to participate! Life changing for them and for me! #SeesawChat
  • smanhart4 May 10 @ 7:32 PM EDT
    A3 @Seesaw opens up the door into what used to be the mysterious world of band. We do a lot more than just prepare for concerts. I love that Ps can see beyond 'the curtain': the learning, the engagement, etc. & feel comfortable talking/sharing about/w/their Ss. #SeesawChat
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:32 PM EDT
    Yes! Absolutely! Great answer! #seesawchat
    In reply to @BethHajder
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:33 PM EDT
    This is so powerful, Jordan! Thanks for sharing! #seesawchat
    In reply to @Jordan_priestle, @Seesaw
  • BethHajder May 10 @ 7:33 PM EDT
    A3 Family and Student collaboration to me, means that everyone is on the same page. Families know the academic expectations and support Ss. Ss share what they are learning. It isn’t a guessing game. #seesawchat
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:34 PM EDT
    Thanks for sharing this, Sophia! Amazing! I started my career teaching in AZ & worked w many families who only spoke Spanish. I think often of how different that experience would have been for me (and them) if I had a tool like @Seesaw at the time! #seesawchat
    In reply to @MrssmithOP220, @Seesaw, @Seesaw
  • emily_doran14 May 10 @ 7:34 PM EDT
    Q4. Some traditional methods I have used include sending home emails regarding an upcoming project, guided reading books for parents and student to read together each night and paper based projects to complete together at home. #Seesawchat #LetsTransformLearning
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:35 PM EDT
    Q5: How have you used Seesaw to encourage family and student collaboration in your class? If you haven’t tried this yet, give an idea of what you might like to try. #Seesawchat
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:35 PM EDT
    I love this, Shawna! I think @seesaw is such a perfect partner for music, band, orchestra, choir, etc Ts!! #seesawchat
    In reply to @smanhart4, @Seesaw, @Seesaw
  • Seesaw - Moderator May 10 @ 7:35 PM EDT
    Use https://t.co/WxNOA1e4n2 to help introduce Seesaw to your students’ parents and families! #seesawchat
  • awarrenedtech May 10 @ 7:35 PM EDT
    #seesawchat Jumping in to say hi! 1st grade, Garden Grove, CA.
  • Seesaw - Moderator May 10 @ 7:35 PM EDT
    Powerful share from Sophia!⬇️#seesawchat
    • MrssmithOP220 May 10 @ 7:31 PM EDT
      I wanted to be sure to talk about the families I work with! They want so bad to support their children but with a language barrier they didn't feel like they could! @seesaw gives them that power to participate! Life changing for them and for me! #SeesawChat
  • MrssmithOP220 May 10 @ 7:35 PM EDT
    When parents get a daily peek in to the classroom, there are no surprises for formal conversations! This is my favorite part of connections! #SeesawChat
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:35 PM EDT
    And @seesaw is such a powerful way to communicate this to Ps! #seesawchat
    In reply to @BethHajder, @Seesaw
  • BethHajder May 10 @ 7:36 PM EDT
    A4 I have assigned projects in the past. Create a poster or diorama. I also send home games to play to reinforce math skills. #seesawchat
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:36 PM EDT
    Hi! Thanks for popping in! #seesawchat
    In reply to @awarrenedtech
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:37 PM EDT
    A5: Love that @seesaw gives Ps an idea of what Ss are learning & doing in school. T videos or S screencasts show Ps what they're working on & T can even post reading strategies to help Ps feel comfortable reading w kids at home. Love when Ps comment on Ss work! #seesawchat
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:37 PM EDT
    Yes! And love that they hear so much from their Ss perspective/voice. #seesawchat
    In reply to @MrssmithOP220
  • MrsHorn88 May 10 @ 7:38 PM EDT
    A5: I've only used for a month (have not connected Ps b/c I've been exploring for myself). Next year I want to begin with goal setting so parents can be involved in that process. As Ps get more familiar with SeeSaw I will incorporate reading & other activities #seesawchat
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:38 PM EDT
    YES! I have been soooo lucky that so far my daughter's Ts have been @seesaw users!! #seesawchat
    In reply to @BethHajder, @Seesaw, @Seesaw
  • awarrenedtech May 10 @ 7:39 PM EDT
    #seesawchat A1 Favorite TV Family Full House
  • MrsHorn88 May 10 @ 7:39 PM EDT
    A5: I also want to experiment using Seesaw with homework, like having students record practicing sight words, reading just right books, practicing math facts, etc. This would save so much paper and make homework more fun for my kiddos! #seesawchat
  • Jordan_priestle May 10 @ 7:39 PM EDT
    Q5: Every single aspect of @Seesaw allows for collaboration! Sharing, the commenting, the liking, the blog to connect further, the multiple family members that can be added, the ability to share from Seesaw = just AMAZING! #SeesawChat
    • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:35 PM EDT
      Q5: How have you used Seesaw to encourage family and student collaboration in your class? If you haven’t tried this yet, give an idea of what you might like to try. #Seesawchat
  • awarrenedtech May 10 @ 7:40 PM EDT
    #seesawchat A1 Another Favorite TV family Family Ties
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:40 PM EDT
    Have mercy! Yes! #seesawchat
    In reply to @awarrenedtech
  • patty_509 May 10 @ 7:41 PM EDT
    Hi, I'm Patty for 1st grade in KS. I've found that Grandmas leave the best comments. #seesawchat
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:41 PM EDT
    This is a great plan, Caitlin! I'm a tech integration coach in my district and so many Ts start this way-end of the year, play around a bit & then start strong in fall & connect Ps once they feel more comfortable. #seesawchat
    In reply to @MrsHorn88
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:41 PM EDT
    So many awesome things to do - have you played much with activities yet? #seesawchat
    In reply to @MrsHorn88
  • MrsMcCabeOB May 10 @ 7:41 PM EDT
    A5 started using Seesaw halfwaythrough the school year. Next fall I will be using Itright from the start with families! I think having students & parents create videos for each other at back to school night stating their goals for the year. #seesawchat
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:42 PM EDT
    Q6: What are some ways you have utilized or could utilize the parent messaging/Seesaw Inbox to encourage collaboration between students & their families? #Seesawchat
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:42 PM EDT
    YES! I love the grandparents that are connected - they usually comment so quickly & Ss are thrilled! #seesawchat
    In reply to @patty_509
  • BethHajder May 10 @ 7:43 PM EDT
    A5 I have used @Seesaw to post model projects and send reminders. It is a great way to spark ideas for families. I have also created videos of how to play some of our math games, so families can watch them if they forget how to play. #seesawchat
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:44 PM EDT
    A6: I haven't used this yet (I'm not a classroom T), but see SO MUCH POTENTIAL for Ss & Ps working on a fun project at home, then posting to @seesaw through messaging. When S is on a family trip, they could post pics to their class! #seesawchat
  • EdTechJulieJ May 10 @ 7:44 PM EDT
    A6: My kids' teachers had an awesome idea over a recent school break to take/send pics of different family activities we were doing with our free/out-of-school time. So easy now that we can add pics/videos to Messages! #seesawchat
  • MrsMcCabeOB May 10 @ 7:44 PM EDT
    A5 started using Seesaw halfway through the school year. Next year it will be from day 1! Ss and Ps can create first day of school messages to each other and at back to school night record their goals for the school year #seesawchat
  • catherine_leam May 10 @ 7:45 PM EDT
    #earlyyears #PYPEY educators , wondering about pros and cons of @seesaw VS Storypark #seesawchat . #PLN Please share any tips/links for eportfolios/blogs for 3-6 yr olds here. Thanks. #PYPconnectED https://t.co/EAODLVh8Cw
  • Seesaw - Moderator May 10 @ 7:45 PM EDT
    Use any of Seesaw’s built-in tools to make teacher-family communication more meaningful and fun! #seesawchat https://t.co/CjWLYeiwAJ
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:45 PM EDT
    Love the idea of using to provide quick tips or instructions for Ps. Even as a T myself, my son would sometimes come home with a project or math I didn't understand. How nice to have T explanations or examples available on @seesaw! #seesawchat
    In reply to @BethHajder, @Seesaw, @Seesaw
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:46 PM EDT
    I love this! On vacations, too! I would have Ps ask me for "homework" for their kids to take when they missed school. I'd rather say keep a journal in @seesaw & show us your trip while you're gone! #seesawchat
    In reply to @EdTechJulieJ, @Seesaw
  • awarrenedtech May 10 @ 7:47 PM EDT
    #seesawchat A2 The TV family reminds me of the families that I deal with most of the time; a majority of them care about their child's success.
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:47 PM EDT
    Love that idea! #seesawchat
    In reply to @EdTechJulieJ
  • BethHajder May 10 @ 7:47 PM EDT
    A6 Students know that I message their families. Sometimes they will ask me to remind their families about events. I also have commenting on, so Ss love when they receive a note from Family members on their work #seesawchat
  • emily_doran14 May 10 @ 7:47 PM EDT
    Q5. I love using @Seesaw to send home quick reminders for the week and to share my students progress! I love being able to share learning and “ah-ha” moments in real time! Seeing the parents respond right back makes the school to home connection even stronger! #SeesawChat
  • awarrenedtech May 10 @ 7:48 PM EDT
    #seesawchat A2 They are filled with ups and downs, and sometimes requires finesse to maneuver.
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:49 PM EDT
    Q7: How can you use Seesaw this summer to encourage family & student collaboration even when school is out? #Seesawchat
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:49 PM EDT
    Yes! Love all of this. Event reminders are so great, and easy to do. Love that it's all in one place for Ts and Ps! #seesawchat
    In reply to @BethHajder
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:49 PM EDT
    Yes! Great answer! #seesawchat
    In reply to @awarrenedtech
  • Seesaw - Moderator May 10 @ 7:50 PM EDT
    Summer doesn’t mean saying goodbye to your students OR to Seesaw! Join us to discover ways to stay connected with your students even when school is out of session. #seesawchat https://t.co/o1RQaPteA3
  • awarrenedtech May 10 @ 7:50 PM EDT
    #seesawchat A3 Family and student collaboration is the sharing of learning, and sometimes that is a teachable moment for parents.
  • EdTechVic May 10 @ 7:51 PM EDT
    Yes! Think about all the amazing things happening at home that you can capture using these tools! So many possibilities :) @TraciPiltz #seesawchat
    • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:44 PM EDT
      A6: I haven't used this yet (I'm not a classroom T), but see SO MUCH POTENTIAL for Ss & Ps working on a fun project at home, then posting to @seesaw through messaging. When S is on a family trip, they could post pics to their class! #seesawchat
  • kmcclurecoleman May 10 @ 7:51 PM EDT
    Yes! The translation to home language piece in @seesaw is such a helpful tool for our families who speak other languages at home. And to be able to translate their comments into english allows for communication to be less frustrating for both Ps and Ts. #SeesawChat
    In reply to @MrssmithOP220, @Seesaw, @Seesaw
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:51 PM EDT
    It is awesome! Once you share an activity with them they’ll see it in the activity tab 💡. It’ll have a little red circle to alert them something is there. #seesawchat
    In reply to @MrsHorn88
  • MrsHorn88 May 10 @ 7:51 PM EDT
    A7: Since I didn't connect Ps this year, next year I hope to have Ss share books they read over the summer to encourage summer reading. They can tell me their favorite part, what it was about, or what they learned from the book! #seesawchat
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:52 PM EDT
    A7: Some Ts build a summer calendar w tasks Ss can complete to continue their learning. Would be fun to build summer @seesaw challenges for Ss to complete & post from home all summer long! Could be fun things Ps & Ss could do together (go to library, trip to zoo, etc) #seesawchat
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:52 PM EDT
    This is an awesome idea!! #seesawchat
    In reply to @EdTechJulieJ, @BethHajder
  • awarrenedtech May 10 @ 7:53 PM EDT
    #seesawchat A4 We do 100 things chart. The parents and student would count 100 things and glue them in a design.
  • Seesaw - Moderator May 10 @ 7:55 PM EDT
    Thanks for joining us for #seesawchat, and special thanks to @tracipiltz for moderating! Be sure to follow others in the chat to grow your PLN!
  • emily_doran14 May 10 @ 7:55 PM EDT
    Q6. I love that my parents can send me messages and I can quickly get back to them! I am excited to see where my students will go this summer and stay connected through Seesaw messages! #OhThePlacesTheyllGo #SeesawChat
  • EdTechJulieJ May 10 @ 7:55 PM EDT
    Thanks for hosting an awesome #seesawchat tonight, @TraciPiltz! Love your Seesaw enthusiasm!
  • BethHajder May 10 @ 7:55 PM EDT
    A7 Last year, I mailed out the get to know you letter with the S QR codes in Aug. I had a video tour if our classroom and read a story. It worked really well. I will do it again this year. I also might add some of the game videos and send the games home in the letter #seesawchat
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:56 PM EDT
    I hope you discovered some awesome ideas for encouraging family & student collaboration! #seesawchat
  • kmcclurecoleman May 10 @ 7:56 PM EDT
    A5: @seesaw has been a great tool for showing Ps what is going on in a Ss P.E. class. Not just throwing out the basketballs kind of class. I used to give a fitness challenge out though seesaw and the Ps /Ss would post a picutre/video of them comleting the task. #SeesawChat
  • awarrenedtech May 10 @ 7:56 PM EDT
    #seesawchat A5 When I post the students work, the parents sometimes write encouraging notes to their child. Most of them like the ❤ icon.
  • emily_doran14 May 10 @ 7:56 PM EDT
    Love this idea! Definitely going to try it out this summer with my students!! 😀 #SeesawChat #TransformProsper
    • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:52 PM EDT
      A7: Some Ts build a summer calendar w tasks Ss can complete to continue their learning. Would be fun to build summer @seesaw challenges for Ss to complete & post from home all summer long! Could be fun things Ps & Ss could do together (go to library, trip to zoo, etc) #seesawchat
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:57 PM EDT
    So much fun, thanks for having me! #seesawchat
    In reply to @EdTechJulieJ
  • Seesaw - Moderator May 10 @ 7:57 PM EDT
    #SeesawChat
    • mbrig29 May 10 @ 7:54 PM EDT
      @Seesaw - just fabulous on 1:1 devices. Anyone using it successfully on shared iPads?? Looking for ideas. :)
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:57 PM EDT
    Yes! I am excited to see how Ts use the messaging over the summer to stay connected with Ps & Ss! #seesawchat
    In reply to @emily_doran14
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:57 PM EDT
    Thank you! So much fun! #seesawchat
    In reply to @Seesaw
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:58 PM EDT
    Great ideas, Beth! #seesawchat
    In reply to @BethHajder
  • awarrenedtech May 10 @ 7:58 PM EDT
    #seesawchat A6 I haven't use the messaging inbox with the parents and students yet, but something I might try tomorrow. They can send a mother's day note to their mom.
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:59 PM EDT
    I work with many Ts who use @seesaw on a shared lab. Works great! Just teach Ss to login and logout. Setting different class themes/colors is helpful, too, to differentiate between different classes. #seesawchat
    In reply to @Seesaw, @Seesaw
  • iteach5m May 10 @ 7:59 PM EDT
    Great chat. I had to step away for a bit but lookingg forward to checking out all the comments, ideas, and suggestions. The @seesaw community is awesome. #SeesawChat
  • TraciPiltz May 10 @ 7:59 PM EDT
    Fun idea! #seesawchat
    In reply to @awarrenedtech