#akedchat Archive

#akedchat is a great way for Alaska-based educators to share teaching strategies, educational resources, and more.
Monday February 6, 2017
11:00 PM EST
  • participatechat Feb 6 @ 11:00 PM EST
    Participate in the upcoming #akedchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/0shmUYfAWp
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:00 PM EST
    Thanks for joining the discussion tonight! Shall we get started? #akedchat
  • ak_leeg Feb 6 @ 11:00 PM EST
    #akedchat it was beautiful in Juneau today too - felt like fall - well except it was really cold.
    In reply to @joerobison907
  • WalterMuelling Feb 6 @ 11:00 PM EST
    "...just sleep faster, I would recommend." @Schwarzenegger #akedchat
    In reply to @Schwarzenegger
  • joerobison907 Feb 6 @ 11:00 PM EST
    what is PD? #akedchat
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:00 PM EST
    Hi Mr. Muelling! #akedchat
    In reply to @WalterMuelling
  • spiraledu Feb 6 @ 11:00 PM EST
    Thanks #edtechafterdark. We have @nfuerst2 leading #Akedchat starting now! Please feel free to join us in Alaska! #edpiper #ALedchat
    In reply to @nfuerst2
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:01 PM EST
    Joe, it's professional development. I'm all about helping teachers take charge of their PD. #akedchat
    In reply to @joerobison907
  • danvkoch Feb 6 @ 11:02 PM EST
    I was notified about #akedchat by @spiraledu! 1st timer here!
    In reply to @spiraledu
  • joerobison907 Feb 6 @ 11:02 PM EST
    i know... I'm kidding- meaning it as in something i'm not used to - sorry #akedchat
    In reply to @nfuerst2
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:02 PM EST
    Hi Dan! Thanks, @spiraledu #akedchat
    In reply to @danvkoch, @spiraledu
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:03 PM EST
    Q1: When you hear personalized PD, what comes to mind? #akedchat
  • ak_leeg Feb 6 @ 11:03 PM EST
    #akedchat welcome!
    In reply to @danvkoch, @spiraledu
  • Kate_Muelling Feb 6 @ 11:03 PM EST
    #akedchat Welcome!
    In reply to @danvkoch
  • spiraledu Feb 6 @ 11:03 PM EST
    Hi #akedchat thinking hard on favorite quote & got distracted... hard to choose. I'll get back to you
    In reply to @nfuerst2
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:03 PM EST
    Joe, LOL! I hope this chat helps you feel more empowered. #akedchat
    In reply to @joerobison907
  • joerobison907 Feb 6 @ 11:03 PM EST
    welcome!- rule is 1st timers have to moderate- #akedchat
    In reply to @danvkoch, @spiraledu
  • SheelerTech Feb 6 @ 11:04 PM EST
    Good evening. Scott from Ohio checking in. “We only think when confronted with a problem.” - John Dewey #akedchat
  • danvkoch Feb 6 @ 11:04 PM EST
    A1: PD that is tailored not only to your preferences, but your unique classroom situation(s). #akedchat
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:04 PM EST
    Welcome, Scott! #akedchat
    In reply to @SheelerTech
  • danvkoch Feb 6 @ 11:04 PM EST
    Oh really?! #akedchat
    In reply to @joerobison907, @spiraledu
  • EduGladiators Feb 6 @ 11:05 PM EST
    ❤️SATURDAY #EduGladiators series continues w/@PaulONeill1972 moderating - Discipline from the ❤️! #NVedchat #IEedchat #akedchat #edchatHI
  • Kate_Muelling Feb 6 @ 11:05 PM EST
    A1: PD targeted to what I need, when I need it. Taking a page from @jethrojones #akedchat
    In reply to @jethrojones
  • ak_leeg Feb 6 @ 11:05 PM EST
    I get to chose the topic and the level #akedchat edcamp unconference mooc
    In reply to @nfuerst2
  • joerobison907 Feb 6 @ 11:05 PM EST
    great to have you Scott! #akedchat
    In reply to @SheelerTech
  • SheelerTech Feb 6 @ 11:05 PM EST
    A1: Choice and therefore buy in. #akedchat
  • InspiredImpact Feb 6 @ 11:05 PM EST
    Welcome to #akedchat! Glad to have you join us!
    In reply to @danvkoch, @spiraledu
  • InspiredImpact Feb 6 @ 11:06 PM EST
    I made it! “He who learns from one who is learning drinks from a flowing river.” – Native American Proverb #akedchat
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:06 PM EST
    Scott, I think about teacher voice too....#akedchat
    In reply to @SheelerTech
  • joerobison907 Feb 6 @ 11:06 PM EST
    A1. anything that promotes a growth mindset and motivates me- either personally or professionally #akedchat
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:06 PM EST
    Hi Tammy! #akedchat
    In reply to @InspiredImpact
  • nick_schumacher Feb 6 @ 11:06 PM EST
    A1. Kata coaching and the continual improvement cycle on a individual level with rapid feedback loops. #akedchat
  • ak_leeg Feb 6 @ 11:06 PM EST
    #akedchat no passing notes
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:07 PM EST
    Q2: scavenger hunt challenge! Share an article that shows different districts around the nation doing personalized teacher PD. #akedchat
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:07 PM EST
    A2: https://t.co/a9qMJhfDXp This article is packed with "how to's". What are your thoughts on your article? #akedchat
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:07 PM EST
    Hi Nick! Wow. #akedchat
    In reply to @nick_schumacher
  • InspiredImpact Feb 6 @ 11:07 PM EST
    PD that is JUST what the learner needs and wants! #akedchat
  • spiraledu Feb 6 @ 11:07 PM EST
    #akedchat personalized PD should be self-identifying an area you want to work on & tracking your learning/growth
    In reply to @nfuerst2
  • joerobison907 Feb 6 @ 11:08 PM EST
    A2. without question - anywhere there is an EdCamp going on #akedchat
  • Kate_Muelling Feb 6 @ 11:08 PM EST
    #akedchat Can you explain Kata coaching?
    In reply to @nick_schumacher
  • AlaskaTeacher Feb 6 @ 11:08 PM EST
    A1: freedom to choose! #akedchat
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:08 PM EST
    Building your own learning path is really powerful.Nice. #akedchat
    In reply to @spiraledu
  • WalterMuelling Feb 6 @ 11:08 PM EST
    A1 Personalized PD means one-on-one work with a mentor or resource. Not constrained by a group's needs, but mine. #akedchat
  • spiraledu Feb 6 @ 11:08 PM EST
    reminds me of my favorite quote "give a man a fish, he eats for a day. Teach a man to fish & he eats for life" #akedchat
    In reply to @InspiredImpact
  • InspiredImpact Feb 6 @ 11:09 PM EST
    So glad to be here with you tonight! Going to be a great chat on #akedchat
    In reply to @nfuerst2
  • Kate_Muelling Feb 6 @ 11:09 PM EST
    A2: Found this book on Amazon #akedchat https://t.co/jBPp43EsRp
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:09 PM EST
    Hi Angie! Choice and voice! Right on. #akedchat
    In reply to @AlaskaTeacher
  • InspiredImpact Feb 6 @ 11:09 PM EST
    Say whaaaaa ???? #akedchat
    In reply to @nick_schumacher
  • SheelerTech Feb 6 @ 11:09 PM EST
    A2: A district in North Carolina does game inspired PD with badging and choice. It looks super awesome. https://t.co/008WQFxmcI #akedchat
  • ak_leeg Feb 6 @ 11:10 PM EST
    #akedchat can I design it and plot my course through it?
    • WalterMuelling Feb 6 @ 11:08 PM EST
      A1 Personalized PD means one-on-one work with a mentor or resource. Not constrained by a group's needs, but mine. #akedchat
  • nick_schumacher Feb 6 @ 11:10 PM EST
    My pleasure. This is a mindset stemming from Dr. Deming's work with the Toyota corporation. #akedchat
  • joerobison907 Feb 6 @ 11:10 PM EST
    those were my thoughts as well - but i figured maybe i was supposed to know what that meant- lol #akedchat
    In reply to @InspiredImpact, @nick_schumacher
  • danvkoch Feb 6 @ 11:11 PM EST
    A2: Studend Led conferences as PD! https://t.co/vv1f9101P1 #akedchat
  • AlaskaTeacher Feb 6 @ 11:11 PM EST
    This looks interesting...and it's free with Kindle Unlimited! https://t.co/DSYT1vF75j #akedchat
  • nick_schumacher Feb 6 @ 11:11 PM EST
    @Kate_Muelling sounds like a topic for my next blog post. I am not good enough for 140 characters... #akedchat
    In reply to @InspiredImpact, @Kate_Muelling
  • InspiredImpact Feb 6 @ 11:12 PM EST
    Have heard quite a bit of positive about Toyota corporation's work with employees #akedchat
    In reply to @nick_schumacher
  • KamiSchools Feb 6 @ 11:12 PM EST
    Hello #Akedchat! Sorry for being late!
  • spiraledu Feb 6 @ 11:12 PM EST
    yes, please guest moderate: our #akedchat schedule is here https://t.co/Fi2gEs2fRR #edtechafterdark crossover!
    In reply to @danvkoch, @joerobison907
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:12 PM EST
    Please be sure to share that blog post with us at #akedchat I think we all want to hear more!
    In reply to @nick_schumacher
  • DennisDill Feb 6 @ 11:12 PM EST
    Personalized PD coming from district is a bit like an oxymoron ... I'm in a district of 9000 staff ... personalized not happening #akedchat
  • WalterMuelling Feb 6 @ 11:13 PM EST
    Sure! I consider my morning practicing (hooray, music!) and weekend reading to be PD. I do what I need to smile and grow. #akedchat
    In reply to @ak_leeg
  • KamiSchools Feb 6 @ 11:13 PM EST
    A1: Teachers choosing the tech that enters their classroom based on what they want/are passionate about #Akedchat
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:14 PM EST
    That's really interesting, Dennis. What (other than size) holds your district back? #akedchat
    In reply to @DennisDill
  • joerobison907 Feb 6 @ 11:14 PM EST
    A2. there is an element to personalized PD that takes place everyday, in your classroom, as you take risks w/ your students #akedchat
  • SheelerTech Feb 6 @ 11:14 PM EST
    Sure.Not like a much smaller district. But what choices could a big district give on PD? Maybe a few paths of choices? #akedchat
    In reply to @DennisDill
  • spiraledu Feb 6 @ 11:15 PM EST
    remembering to step out of our comfort zone & practice things is a great reminder for what students do! #akedchat
    In reply to @WalterMuelling
  • nick_schumacher Feb 6 @ 11:15 PM EST
    #akedchat. https://t.co/HxWHOpuOk4
  • WalterMuelling Feb 6 @ 11:15 PM EST
    A2 I haven't read it yet, but I just found it for the scavenger hunt and will read it later. https://t.co/kPG7qydY0h #akedchat
  • DennisDill Feb 6 @ 11:15 PM EST
    Personalized PD starts with me ... what do I need ... how do I become a better teacher in my classroom for my kids. #akedchat
  • InspiredImpact Feb 6 @ 11:15 PM EST
    #akedchat A2 https://t.co/JDWiXC3H7z Kettle Morraine SD is way out front!
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:16 PM EST
    Q3: Try & See Challenge! Take about 6 minutes to browse: https://t.co/KIOFrGQty5 Tell us your 1 takeaway from that site. #akedchat
  • joerobison907 Feb 6 @ 11:16 PM EST
    would likely have to be an EdCamp format #akedchat
    In reply to @SheelerTech, @DennisDill
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:16 PM EST
    Truth, Dennis. Truth. It's obviously why you are here tonight. We're so happy you are here. #akedchat
    In reply to @DennisDill
  • DennisDill Feb 6 @ 11:17 PM EST
    size is it ... not to mention the land area of my district is the size of Rhode Island ... #akedchat
    In reply to @nfuerst2
  • Kate_Muelling Feb 6 @ 11:17 PM EST
    #akedchat Makes a lot of sense. Would love to know more about incorporating that into PD and the classroom.
    In reply to @nick_schumacher
  • DennisDill Feb 6 @ 11:18 PM EST
    what I see coming down are district mandated ... we bought this so now use it ... usually test prep related #akedchat
    In reply to @SheelerTech
  • SheelerTech Feb 6 @ 11:18 PM EST
    could be, but those aren't the only way. Some who lean interverted find them very uncomfortable. #akedchat
    In reply to @joerobison907, @DennisDill
  • spiraledu Feb 6 @ 11:18 PM EST
    I'd like to know more about micrcredentials. Any word on Alaska's @AlaskaDEED take on it? #akedchat
    In reply to @nfuerst2, @AlaskaDEED
  • joerobison907 Feb 6 @ 11:18 PM EST
    great point- usually about the worst idea possible as well #akedchat
    In reply to @DennisDill, @SheelerTech
  • DennisDill Feb 6 @ 11:19 PM EST
    I've done an edcamp style training at my school ... teachers liked it #akedchat
    In reply to @joerobison907, @SheelerTech
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:19 PM EST
    Have you heard of @HighlanderInst ? They serve the whole state of Rhode Island...speaking of Rhode Island #akedchat
    In reply to @DennisDill, @HighlanderInst
  • ak_leeg Feb 6 @ 11:20 PM EST
    #akedchat wish we could get one going in Juneau...working on it! But Juneau teachers are doing their own tchr led PD - works well
    • DennisDill Feb 6 @ 11:19 PM EST
      I've done an edcamp style training at my school ... teachers liked it #akedchat
      In reply to @joerobison907, @SheelerTech
  • ak_leeg Feb 6 @ 11:20 PM EST
    @Alaskamath would know...#akedchat
    In reply to @Alaskamath
    • spiraledu Feb 6 @ 11:18 PM EST
      I'd like to know more about micrcredentials. Any word on Alaska's @AlaskaDEED take on it? #akedchat
      In reply to @nfuerst2, @AlaskaDEED
  • Kate_Muelling Feb 6 @ 11:20 PM EST
    #akedchat Agreed. They can also tend to be less goal-oriented.
    In reply to @SheelerTech
  • SheelerTech Feb 6 @ 11:20 PM EST
    Gotcha. That doesn't make PD fun or engaging. Admin buy-in is key. #akedchat
    In reply to @DennisDill
  • DennisDill Feb 6 @ 11:20 PM EST
    @BenBo370 we have a variety of online PD but that is dealing with mandates not necessarily making me a better teacher #akedchat
    In reply to @BenBo370
  • nick_schumacher Feb 6 @ 11:20 PM EST
    So true. We need to model this skill for our Ss. Show the kids it is OK to try, fail and move forward. #akedchat
    • spiraledu Feb 6 @ 11:15 PM EST
      remembering to step out of our comfort zone & practice things is a great reminder for what students do! #akedchat
      In reply to @WalterMuelling
  • ak_leeg Feb 6 @ 11:21 PM EST
    #akedchat Bloomboard is great love all the Minecraft resources...
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:22 PM EST
    I know there is interest. @InspiredImpact might have some insight #akedchat
    In reply to @spiraledu, @InspiredImpact
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:22 PM EST
    Dennis, that's a good point. Larger districts can personalize through guiding building level PD options. #akedchat
    In reply to @DennisDill
  • DennisDill Feb 6 @ 11:23 PM EST
    edcamp concept is great but giving up that saturday ... is tough ... #akedchat call me selfish but I like my weekends
    In reply to @ak_leeg
  • Kate_Muelling Feb 6 @ 11:23 PM EST
    #akedchat Teaching a Growth Mindset in my classroom has been HUGE in meeting this goal.
    In reply to @nick_schumacher
  • InspiredImpact Feb 6 @ 11:24 PM EST
    #akedchat A3: Super resources on @bloomboard Use of @TeachingChannel videos is great!
    In reply to @BloomBoard, @TeachingChannel
  • ak_leeg Feb 6 @ 11:24 PM EST
    #akedchat Agreed :-) they prefer school nights...different structures for different individuals...
    In reply to @DennisDill
  • WalterMuelling Feb 6 @ 11:24 PM EST
    A3 There is actually stuff about music on BlookBoard! Real stuff! I may actually poke around this more and see what it is... #akedchat
  • nick_schumacher Feb 6 @ 11:25 PM EST
    good on you! Your kids will really benefit from this. #Whytry has some great resources as well. #akedchat
    In reply to @Kate_Muelling
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:25 PM EST
    That's the whole voice and choice aspect of personalized PD. #akedchat
    In reply to @ak_leeg, @DennisDill
  • DennisDill Feb 6 @ 11:25 PM EST
    we have new schools opening every year ... dozens if not 100s of vacancies at any given time ... #akedchat
    In reply to @Mwren13
  • InspiredImpact Feb 6 @ 11:25 PM EST
    is very interested ... #akedchat
    In reply to @spiraledu, @AlaskaDEED
  • InspiredImpact Feb 6 @ 11:27 PM EST
    @AlaskaDEED still looking into it. #akedchat
    In reply to @nfuerst2, @spiraledu, @AlaskaDEED
  • joerobison907 Feb 6 @ 11:27 PM EST
    did i miss a question? #akedchat
  • SheelerTech Feb 6 @ 11:27 PM EST
    100%. Thanks for having a critical opinion! They are hard to find on a Twitter Ed Chat. Not everyone can agree. #akedchat
    In reply to @DennisDill
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:27 PM EST
    If we can work together and design microcredential paths for recert that would be awesome. #akedchat
    In reply to @InspiredImpact, @spiraledu, @AlaskaDEED
  • DennisDill Feb 6 @ 11:27 PM EST
    Honestly if I have to wait for district to prep a PD on a topic how personalized or timely is it? #akedchat
  • joerobison907 Feb 6 @ 11:27 PM EST
    great point #akedchat
    In reply to @DennisDill
  • InspiredImpact Feb 6 @ 11:27 PM EST
    Maybe mini-EdCamps - buy your staff pizza and go 4-7ish #akedchat
    In reply to @DennisDill
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:28 PM EST
    Q4: https://t.co/KIOFrH84WF offers micro-credential opportunities. What have you heard about micro-credentialing? #akedchat
  • AlexandraOtto Feb 6 @ 11:28 PM EST
    #akedchat A3 I love the Minecraft math stuff! I did a tutorial on Minecraft in geometry last year; I plan to do more this year!
    In reply to @nfuerst2
  • ak_leeg Feb 6 @ 11:28 PM EST
    #akedchat exactly!
    • DennisDill Feb 6 @ 11:27 PM EST
      Honestly if I have to wait for district to prep a PD on a topic how personalized or timely is it? #akedchat
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:28 PM EST
    Agreed. Voice and choice in preparing your own learning path is what @KettleMoraineMS is doing https://t.co/y2HBXA45hS #akedchat
    In reply to @DennisDill, @KettleMoraineMS
  • spiraledu Feb 6 @ 11:28 PM EST
    yes, that would be amazing! #akedchat excellent education every day for teacher too #aklearns
    In reply to @nfuerst2, @InspiredImpact, @AlaskaDEED
  • ak_leeg Feb 6 @ 11:28 PM EST
    #akedchat
    • ak_leeg Feb 6 @ 11:27 PM EST
      Promise of teachers developing and maintaining their own PD plans tracked by district...course not district led
  • nick_schumacher Feb 6 @ 11:29 PM EST
    #akedchat
  • DennisDill Feb 6 @ 11:29 PM EST
    following 6000+ on Twitter. none of which are my district PD people. fairly certain they don't have access to knowledge like I do #akedchat
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:30 PM EST
    So ready to help build those teacher choice learning paths #aklearns #akedchat
    In reply to @spiraledu, @InspiredImpact, @AlaskaDEED
  • spiraledu Feb 6 @ 11:30 PM EST
    I have my masters & when taking classes, I'd like it to go towards something rather than just having random credits #akedchat
    In reply to @nfuerst2
  • joerobison907 Feb 6 @ 11:31 PM EST
    I think we can sometimes overthink PD-I do better if I find something I want to do well, and pursue it- too many options sometimes #akedchat
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:31 PM EST
    Agreed. Wouldn't it be cool to choose a microcredential path toward an endorsement? #akedchat #aklearns
    In reply to @spiraledu
  • nick_schumacher Feb 6 @ 11:32 PM EST
    I am sorry to hear that Dennis. What are some things your district is working on to meet the needs of kids in Flat? #akedchat
    In reply to @DennisDill
  • nick_schumacher Feb 6 @ 11:32 PM EST
    Florida. Sorry. #akedchat
    In reply to @DennisDill
  • spiraledu Feb 6 @ 11:32 PM EST
    I do like to explore different topics, part of what helps me is exposure to different ideas I can apply #akedchat
    In reply to @joerobison907
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:33 PM EST
    Sounds like you could lead the change from the inside. Do you have a coworker or 2 you could bring into #akedchat with you?
    In reply to @DennisDill
  • InspiredImpact Feb 6 @ 11:33 PM EST
    I can definitely help AK teachers with that! #akedchat Speaking of personalized PD ... 50+ Learning Plans opening on #AkPLN
    In reply to @nick_schumacher
  • joerobison907 Feb 6 @ 11:33 PM EST
    agreed- but I think it's similar to what we present Ss- sometimes too much information can be overwhelming #akedchat
    In reply to @spiraledu
  • SheelerTech Feb 6 @ 11:33 PM EST
    100%.I found watching other teachers teach very valuable.The best part about being a SpeEd teacher was co-teaching. #akedchat
    In reply to @joerobison907
  • DennisDill Feb 6 @ 11:33 PM EST
    they are doing the best they can but I'm a realist ... they can't keep up with someone like me ... I'm connected #akedchat
    In reply to @nick_schumacher
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:34 PM EST
    Q5: follow-up: How will personalized PD for teachers change student learning? Or will it? #akedchat
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:34 PM EST
    Q5: How do you think personalized PD changes teacher training? What's exciting? What's scary? What's the challenge? #akedchat
  • spiraledu Feb 6 @ 11:34 PM EST
    @WalterMuelling I once took a PD on middle school music & learned so much. #akedchat it was on music in Middle Ages! So many new ideas!
    In reply to @WalterMuelling
  • nick_schumacher Feb 6 @ 11:34 PM EST
    😆 #akpln #akedchat
    In reply to @InspiredImpact
  • DennisDill Feb 6 @ 11:34 PM EST
    most of my co workers are asleep 😴 #akedchat
    In reply to @nfuerst2
  • ak_leeg Feb 6 @ 11:35 PM EST
    #akedchat A5 It should - if tchrs are lifelong learners and can recognize their areas of need in PD then it should be more focused
    In reply to @nfuerst2
  • spiraledu Feb 6 @ 11:35 PM EST
    YES! That's exactly what I would love. Don't want to have to get a 2nd masters to get another endorsement #akedchat
    In reply to @nfuerst2
  • DennisDill Feb 6 @ 11:35 PM EST
    I do trainings at my school based on what teachers want #akedchat
    In reply to @nfuerst2
  • joerobison907 Feb 6 @ 11:35 PM EST
    @SheelerTech often times the best PD is right down the hall- although I know that can be more difficult in some of the rural areas #akedchat
    In reply to @SheelerTech
  • InspiredImpact Feb 6 @ 11:35 PM EST
    Yes! #AkPLN is building on AK teachers learning from other AK teachers #akedchat
    In reply to @SheelerTech, @joerobison907
  • Kate_Muelling Feb 6 @ 11:35 PM EST
    A5: When teachers are engaged in their own learning, they will be more engaging with students. #akedchat
  • joerobison907 Feb 6 @ 11:36 PM EST
    this is one of the best ideas i've ever seen- I am looking forward to this resource #akedchat
    In reply to @InspiredImpact
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:36 PM EST
    You Eastcoasters! LOL! Start your own chat-we'll come support you and engage your coworkers! #akedchat
    In reply to @DennisDill
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:36 PM EST
    Word. #akedchat
    In reply to @spiraledu
  • Kate_Muelling Feb 6 @ 11:37 PM EST
    #akedchat My math department observes each other every year for PD. Extraordinary opportunity! @AlexandraOtto @DianneGrupp
    In reply to @joerobison907, @AlexandraOtto, @DianneGrupp
  • InspiredImpact Feb 6 @ 11:37 PM EST
    Provides just what the teacher needs to provide just what the students need. Nobody sits bored. Everybody learns. #akedchat
    • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:34 PM EST
      Q5: How do you think personalized PD changes teacher training? What's exciting? What's scary? What's the challenge? #akedchat
  • nick_schumacher Feb 6 @ 11:37 PM EST
    A5. Empowered teachers and inspired schools lead to engaged students. #akedchat
    • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:34 PM EST
      Q5: follow-up: How will personalized PD for teachers change student learning? Or will it? #akedchat
  • spiraledu Feb 6 @ 11:37 PM EST
    @joerobison907 I love this illustration. Find the knowledge sent you want to make! #akedchat https://t.co/cEQBz3nUrL
    In reply to @joerobison907
  • WalterMuelling Feb 6 @ 11:37 PM EST
    A4 That school district in WI links teacher pay to microcredentials. They're not doing it to get better but to not lose their job. #akedchat
  • DennisDill Feb 6 @ 11:37 PM EST
    I used to moderate the #Fledchat with @TG_Neil ... she is pretty awesome... #akedchat
    In reply to @nfuerst2, @TG_Neil
  • joerobison907 Feb 6 @ 11:37 PM EST
    A5. concerning student learning- you can't foster growth if you are not growing yourself- it will effect your classroom #akedchat
  • InspiredImpact Feb 6 @ 11:37 PM EST
    Scary is not having "control"; trusting teachers to use the time for learning #akedchat
    • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:34 PM EST
      Q5: How do you think personalized PD changes teacher training? What's exciting? What's scary? What's the challenge? #akedchat
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:38 PM EST
    #akedchat What changes for me, is that we fall into the trap of teaching like we've been taught-what happens when we are taught differently?
  • spiraledu Feb 6 @ 11:39 PM EST
    it can be great & scary because it takes the control away from district to provide & puts in hands of teachers. #akedchat
    In reply to @nfuerst2
  • InspiredImpact Feb 6 @ 11:39 PM EST
    Which is exactly why using #AkPLN is helpful for rural teachers! Provides access to other rural Ts in your position. #akedchat
    • joerobison907 Feb 6 @ 11:35 PM EST
      @SheelerTech often times the best PD is right down the hall- although I know that can be more difficult in some of the rural areas #akedchat
      In reply to @SheelerTech
  • Kate_Muelling Feb 6 @ 11:40 PM EST
    A5: I model learning - always telling Ss about PD opportunities! They aren't surprised anymore that teachers are learners, too. #akedchat
  • spiraledu Feb 6 @ 11:40 PM EST
    I've seen so many people just click through the slides of those mandated trainings #akedchat
    In reply to @InspiredImpact
  • joerobison907 Feb 6 @ 11:40 PM EST
    absolutely - hope teachers in rural areas really take advantage of this #akedchat
    In reply to @InspiredImpact
  • ak_leeg Feb 6 @ 11:40 PM EST
    A5 If tchrs aren't accustomed to charting their own lrng it could be paralyzing...coaching or mentoring could help w/goal setting #akedchat
  • WalterMuelling Feb 6 @ 11:41 PM EST
    A5 It may force teachers to take PD more seriously. It takes away the excuse that PD isn't what we need or want. #akedchat
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:41 PM EST
    It does? So, the teachers don't get to choose their learning path or propose a learning path? #akedchat
    In reply to @WalterMuelling
  • InspiredImpact Feb 6 @ 11:41 PM EST
    Oh my goodness! You need your own #AkPLN group to support you in this! The possibilities ... #akedchat
  • joerobison907 Feb 6 @ 11:42 PM EST
    Ts who have a growth mindset are going to find great personalized PD- those that don't are going to only sit through slides #akedchat
  • spiraledu Feb 6 @ 11:42 PM EST
    this is where Having a PLN is great, you can keep each other accountable #akedchat
    In reply to @ak_leeg
  • InspiredImpact Feb 6 @ 11:43 PM EST
    #akedchat A5: When good models for professional learning are experienced, they pave the way to good facilitation of student learning.
    • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:34 PM EST
      Q5: follow-up: How will personalized PD for teachers change student learning? Or will it? #akedchat
  • spiraledu Feb 6 @ 11:43 PM EST
    So hard to imagine a teacher without growth mindset... should be a licensing requirement ;) #akedchat
    In reply to @joerobison907
  • joerobison907 Feb 6 @ 11:44 PM EST
    well- there's a reason you are on @Twitter on a regular basis checking out #edchats- you have a growth mindset #akedchat
    In reply to @spiraledu, @Twitter
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:45 PM EST
    Q6: Is personalized PD about a model of implementation or an application of tools? Or is both? What are your thoughts? #akedchat
  • InspiredImpact Feb 6 @ 11:45 PM EST
    We need to get you an #AkPLN group to host! #akedchat
    In reply to @joerobison907
  • WalterMuelling Feb 6 @ 11:45 PM EST
    Some probably chose carefully to grow, but with how things are in WI I'm sure people are getting creds to keep afloat. #akedchat
    In reply to @nfuerst2
  • spiraledu Feb 6 @ 11:45 PM EST
    #akedchat Yes, if department of education wants better student learning, they need to focus on teacher growth! :)
    • SheelerTech Feb 6 @ 11:43 PM EST
      what about "No teacher left behind"?
      In reply to @joerobison907
  • Kate_Muelling Feb 6 @ 11:45 PM EST
    #akedchat I didn't come by mine naturally... I learned about a #growthmindset, and worked for it.
    In reply to @spiraledu, @joerobison907
  • joerobison907 Feb 6 @ 11:46 PM EST
    million $ question-how do you get Ts out of traditional mindset and methods-Ss suffer b/c Ts don't seek to get better #akedchat
    In reply to @SheelerTech
  • Kate_Muelling Feb 6 @ 11:46 PM EST
    A6: I think personalized PD is whatever you need it to be. That's the beauty of it! #akedchat
  • spiraledu Feb 6 @ 11:46 PM EST
    that's so interesting to hear! I can't imagine not being constantly curious like I am #akedchat Im a PD junkie
    In reply to @Kate_Muelling, @joerobison907
  • joerobison907 Feb 6 @ 11:47 PM EST
    same here- my developed pursuit of PD has resulted in both a growth mindset and motivation #akedchat
    In reply to @Kate_Muelling, @spiraledu
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:47 PM EST
    It's always good to hear many perspectives. I've been following the story closely but want to hear more. #akedchat
    In reply to @WalterMuelling
  • Kate_Muelling Feb 6 @ 11:47 PM EST
    #akedchat I am now, but in HS and college I was definitely a Fixed Mindset person. @spiraledu
    In reply to @spiraledu
  • joerobison907 Feb 6 @ 11:48 PM EST
    sign me up! - whatever that means... lol #akedchat
    In reply to @InspiredImpact
  • nick_schumacher Feb 6 @ 11:48 PM EST
    A6. I think it is more about learning your growth needs - setting a goal and making a plan to see it through. #akedchat
  • InspiredImpact Feb 6 @ 11:48 PM EST
    I know from experience many Ts come into session w the mindset that it's not what they need or want. Challenging #akedchat
    In reply to @WalterMuelling
  • WalterMuelling Feb 6 @ 11:49 PM EST
    I'll gladly tell you all about my views on WI education when I have >140 characters. There's a reason I moved to AK. #akedchat
    In reply to @nfuerst2
  • InspiredImpact Feb 6 @ 11:49 PM EST
    Unfortunately, they exist :( #akedchat
    In reply to @spiraledu, @joerobison907
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:50 PM EST
    Q7: Take a look at the Q6 graphic. What are you doing now to personalize your PD? What do you want to try? #akedchat #personalizepdchallenge
  • Kate_Muelling Feb 6 @ 11:50 PM EST
    #akedchat That's why a #mindsetrevolution may be the first thing that needs to happen!
    In reply to @InspiredImpact, @WalterMuelling
  • SheelerTech Feb 6 @ 11:50 PM EST
    I haven't solved it either.But I find their relatable peers will at least open doors.Admin and super techies won't. #akedchat
    In reply to @joerobison907
  • spiraledu Feb 6 @ 11:50 PM EST
    #akedchat just curious, did you go to public or private school? I went to private school &had access to so many opportunities
    In reply to @Kate_Muelling
  • joerobison907 Feb 6 @ 11:50 PM EST
    yes they do- which is another topic I would be interested in discussing #akedchat
    In reply to @InspiredImpact, @spiraledu
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:51 PM EST
    We'll have to get the fams together over an eggnog and you'll have more time to educate me. :) #akedchat
    In reply to @WalterMuelling
  • spiraledu Feb 6 @ 11:51 PM EST
    https://t.co/Fi2gEs2fRR Ok! Let's pick a date. Co-mods? ;) #akedchat
    In reply to @joerobison907, @InspiredImpact
  • InspiredImpact Feb 6 @ 11:51 PM EST
    #akedchat A6: Personalized PD is about a mindset ... for admin ... for teachers. Choice of PD models. Choice of tools.
    • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:45 PM EST
      Q6: Is personalized PD about a model of implementation or an application of tools? Or is both? What are your thoughts? #akedchat
  • Kate_Muelling Feb 6 @ 11:51 PM EST
    #akedchat Public HS in WI, private college in MN.
    In reply to @spiraledu
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:52 PM EST
    Agreed. How do you identify your growth needs? #akedchat
    In reply to @nick_schumacher
  • AlaskaTeacher Feb 6 @ 11:53 PM EST
    A7: I want to do some informal book clubs with my colleagues! #akedchat
  • joerobison907 Feb 6 @ 11:53 PM EST
    A6. I have been inspired to start a blog- first post on my new website should be done this week sometime #akedchat
  • SheelerTech Feb 6 @ 11:53 PM EST
    A6: I think model of implementation is more important. The tools will change too often. #akedchat
  • InspiredImpact Feb 6 @ 11:54 PM EST
    Me, too. But I have had a love of learning, which developed into a growth mindset. #akedchat
    In reply to @Kate_Muelling, @spiraledu
  • nick_schumacher Feb 6 @ 11:54 PM EST
    I am looking forward to reading this Joe! #akedchat
    In reply to @joerobison907
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:54 PM EST
    That's a good point, Scott. It's got to seem accessible and doable. #akedchat
    In reply to @SheelerTech, @joerobison907
  • WalterMuelling Feb 6 @ 11:54 PM EST
    A7 I miss big conferences. I remember thinking there were other orchestra teachers out there in the world somewhere... #akedchat
  • Kate_Muelling Feb 6 @ 11:54 PM EST
    #akedchat My problem is narrowing down the growth needs I see to what I can reasonably do now; there are so many!
    In reply to @nfuerst2, @nick_schumacher
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:55 PM EST
    Q8: Here is a list of resources for personalizing your own PD. What else can I help you access? #akedchat
  • spiraledu Feb 6 @ 11:55 PM EST
    how about in Elementary? Did your school foster curiosity or compliance? #akedchat so interesting to reflect on own Ed
    In reply to @Kate_Muelling
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:55 PM EST
    I wonder if that could fall under a personalized PD learning path. :) #akedchat
    In reply to @WalterMuelling
  • SheelerTech Feb 6 @ 11:55 PM EST
    Students do the same thing in those teachers' classrooms. Both might be right. #akedchat
    In reply to @InspiredImpact, @WalterMuelling
  • joerobison907 Feb 6 @ 11:55 PM EST
    there should be more PD on the importance of relationships and the classroom environment you create- nothing succeeds w/o that #akedchat
  • nick_schumacher Feb 6 @ 11:56 PM EST
    this is where KATA coaching can help! #akedchat
    In reply to @Kate_Muelling, @nfuerst2
  • ak_leeg Feb 6 @ 11:56 PM EST
    #diffimooc 5 minutes till our chat! I was over in #akedchat which is awesome and starts an hour before ours on Monday!
  • Kate_Muelling Feb 6 @ 11:56 PM EST
    #akedchat I was the stereotypical 'gifted child' who was always told how smart I was - so I became protective of that 'smartness'
    In reply to @spiraledu
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:57 PM EST
    @InspiredImpact has the tool you need to keep it easy & fit all schedules #akpln #aklearns #akedchat
    In reply to @AlaskaTeacher, @InspiredImpact
  • WalterMuelling Feb 6 @ 11:57 PM EST
    At WMEA, you could choose between dozens of sessions or go to the vendor room if none were interesting. It was great! #akedchat
    In reply to @nfuerst2
  • nfuerst2 Feb 6 @ 11:57 PM EST
    Don't forget to share it with us! #akedchat
    In reply to @joerobison907
  • joerobison907 Feb 6 @ 11:58 PM EST
    absolutely- i'm excited about it #akedchat
    In reply to @InspiredImpact
  • spiraledu Feb 6 @ 11:59 PM EST
    did your school challenge you or did you get bored? #akedchat
    In reply to @Kate_Muelling
  • nick_schumacher Feb 6 @ 11:59 PM EST
    A8. Set aside time for learning. This is so very important! Schedule time for your own growth and strategic thinking #akedchat
  • nfuerst2 Feb 7 @ 12:00 AM EST
    I can't believe we've come to the end of our time together already! Thanks for chatting with me tonight! #akedchat