#ADEchat Archive


Tuesday October 3, 2017
9:00 PM EDT

  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    Welcome to #ADEchat. Please introduce yourself.
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Hi! Samantha Lacy (ADE 2015) from Long Island, New York. Former bilingual educator. Assistant Principal #ADEchat
  • gardnerkb1 Oct 3 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Welcome! I am Katie, Salisbury, NC. Kinder ESL teacher #adechat
  • KMillerSAIL Oct 3 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Hi! Kathy Miller Transition Teacher Wisconsin. #ADEChat
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Welcome Kathy! #adechat
    In reply to @KMillerSAIL
  • bethpoydock Oct 3 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Beth Poydock ESLLead teacher Rowan Salisbury NC #ADEchat
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Hi Beth! Welcome! #ADEchat
    In reply to @bethpoydock
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    First question is coming up. #ADEchat
  • gardnerkb1 Oct 3 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Hi Beth! Thanks for joining in #adechat
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    A1: Some Apple products include iPad, Apple Pencil, MacBook Pro, Apple TV, and iPod Touch. #ADEchat
  • emilyfranESL Oct 3 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Hello! Emily - K5 ESL teacher in Concord, NC #adechat
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Hi Emily! Welcome! #ADEchat
    In reply to @emilyfranESL
  • gardnerkb1 Oct 3 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Hi Kathy! Can you tell me more about being a Transition Teacher? #adechat
  • emilyfranESL Oct 3 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    I don’t see question 1 🤔#ADEchat
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Q1: Which Apple products do you use to engage ELLs? #ADEchat
  • EduGladiators Oct 3 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    🔬{NEW} #EduGladiators series: Student Engagement w/expert @STEMigo leading STEM convo SATURDAY! #TeachWriting #adechat #TXLchat #TWOTCW
  • KMillerSAIL Oct 3 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    Sure! Work w/young adults aged 18-21 transitioning from school district services to the adult world (sometimes we say ‘real world’) #ADEchat
    In reply to @gardnerkb1
  • BrutonESL Oct 3 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    Leia Bruton- ESL teacher from NC #adechat
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    Welcome Leia! #adechat
    In reply to @BrutonESL
  • bethpoydock Oct 3 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    MacBooks, iPads. #adechat
  • emilyfranESL Oct 3 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    A1: iPads that’s prettymuch it.?3-5?students have google chrome books #adechat
  • KMillerSAIL Oct 3 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    A1) iPads allow everyone to engage, communicate & share #adechat
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    Questions #2 is coming up #ADEchat
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Q2: How can educators engage English learners? #ADEchat
  • gardnerkb1 Oct 3 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    A1: We use Apple iPads and I would love to get some Apple pencils! #adechat
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    iPads are a great tool to use to communicate with parents who speak another language. #adechat
    In reply to @KMillerSAIL
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A2: Augmented Reality word walls, app smashing, iMovie trailers, audio recordings, virtual tours of native countries,coding #ADEchat
  • theipodteacher Oct 3 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A1: JonSmth here. I love the iPad for just about everything in school. It can’t be beat. #ADEchat
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    Hey Jon! Thanks for joining us! #ADEchat
    In reply to @theipodteacher
  • theipodteacher Oct 3 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A2: provide them with meaningful and authentic tasks. #ADEchat
  • BrutonESL Oct 3 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A1: iPads but I'm looking forward to using iPods with our new VR googles! #adechat
  • gardnerkb1 Oct 3 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A2: I engage my ELLs with a good hook to introduce our new unite of study. Quick video thru a mystery QR code #adechat
  • emilyfranESL Oct 3 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A2: using technology is definitely a way to engage ELs but there must be a teacher-tech balance #adechat
  • theipodteacher Oct 3 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A2: I think @Apple @AppleEDU Clips has some serious potential for vocabulary. #ADEchat
  • thebighop Oct 3 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    Hello everyone, how are we doing tonight? #ADEChat
  • gardnerkb1 Oct 3 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A2: my Ss used @aurasma today to create a Fall Vocab flip book , they loved it! #adechat
  • bethpoydock Oct 3 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A2: virtual field trips, scavenger hunts, vlogs, iMovies trailers... #adechat
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    Hi Andrew! Welcome! #ADEchat
    In reply to @thebighop
  • cindyherren Oct 3 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    Hello - a bit late! #ADEchat
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    How will you use VR with your ELLs? #adechat
    In reply to @BrutonESL
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    Yes, it is a great way to bring vocab to life for ELLs #ADEchat
    In reply to @theipodteacher, @Apple, @AppleEDU
  • BrutonESL Oct 3 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A2: Qr code scavenger hunt (move+tech!), Escape Boxes, viewing video clips as an intro, connect to their life #adechat
  • gardnerkb1 Oct 3 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A2: I just learned about Roundme where we can make our own virtual field trips. #adechat
  • KMillerSAIL Oct 3 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    Communication is more timely & I think useful since we started w/iPads. #adechat
    In reply to @DrLacy
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    Do you have any examples to share? #adechat
    In reply to @BrutonESL
  • cindyherren Oct 3 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A2 using iPad to show video for vocabulary has been helpful - 40 newcomers alone since the beg of year in 1 elem in our district #ADEchat
  • KMillerSAIL Oct 3 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A2) Ss enjoy creating video projects using multiple languages. They are helping to teach me as well! #adechat
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    This sounds like a common trend and it is great to have a tool to help bridge gaps. #adechat
    In reply to @cindyherren
  • thebighop Oct 3 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A2: Creating a wordless story book in Book Creator. My +1 tonight is my wife, Program Coordinator of BBE at WSU in Detroit. #ADEChat
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    Wow! I love how you are using the tool not only to teach students, but also to learn. #adechat
    In reply to @KMillerSAIL
  • gardnerkb1 Oct 3 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    wow! where do you usually get your videos from for your newcomers? #ADEchat
    In reply to @cindyherren
  • gardnerkb1 Oct 3 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    I love this idea , especially for newcomers or early elementary. #ADEchat
    In reply to @thebighop
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    Wordless storybook in Book Creator sounds like a great ideas, especially for newcomers.#adechat
    In reply to @thebighop
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    Question #3 is coming up. #adechat
  • gardnerkb1 Oct 3 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    Have you used @Uniteforliteracy ? Great resource with books translated into many different languages. #adechat
    In reply to @cindyherren
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    Q3: What are some apps you use to engage English language learners? #ADEchat
  • massignmenthelp Oct 3 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    The SAMR Model: Effective Technology Integration in Classrooms https://t.co/FKXZPYFim7 #ADEchat #CSISDchat #CTEChat
  • massignmenthelp Oct 3 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    The Complete Guide to UK Car Driving Theory Test https://t.co/skWVo4OBdl #ADEchat #CSISDchat #CTEChat
  • AssignmentHelpN Oct 3 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    The SAMR Model: Effective Technology Integration in Classrooms https://t.co/N8NF3byMeG #ADEchat #CSISDchat #CTEChat
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    A3: Clips, @aurasma, @bloxelsbuilder, @DoInkTweets @gotynker, iMovie, GarageBand, Numbers, Keynote, @BookCreatorApp, @scratch #ADEchat
  • KMillerSAIL Oct 3 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    Authentic modeling-I could hear it several times before I’m close on pronunciation . Then I am not distracting Ss from their work. #adechat
    In reply to @DrLacy
  • thebighop Oct 3 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    A2: Any type of shared environment, Google Docs, wiki that allows for collaborative language learning. #ADEChat
  • a_p_johnson Oct 3 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    A3: Just started using Clips. #ADEchat
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    Collaboration is an integral part of creating a warm learning environment for ELLs. #ADEchat
    In reply to @thebighop
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    Hey Anthony! Welcome! #adechat
    In reply to @a_p_johnson
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    I am loving the @Flipgrid. So many options for ELLs to keep them engaged and developing language! #adechat
    In reply to @theipodteacher, @BookCreatorApp, @Flocabulary, @Plotagon, @Flipgrid, @quizlet, @Flipgrid
  • KMillerSAIL Oct 3 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A3) iMovie, Clips, @BookCreatorApp & @explainevrythng are favorites for all #adechat
  • gardnerkb1 Oct 3 @ 9:23 PM EDT
  • emilyfranESL Oct 3 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A3: I use @Seesaw @SpellingCity, word match, @writereaderapp, magnetic ABC, hookedPhonics #adechat
  • boesca Oct 3 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A3: @brainpop, @BrainPOPESL, @poppletny are all good for engaging ELLs and all learners #ADEchat
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    My ELLs are addicted to @Seesaw. I also love it because parents have access to their child's work! Great way to communicate #adechat
    In reply to @emilyfranESL, @Seesaw, @SpellingCity, @writereaderapp, @Seesaw
  • thebighop Oct 3 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    A3: Social Meda Apps that have limited text, is less daunting to ELL's. Helps focus on content words, less about grammar. #ADEChat
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    Hi Cheryl! Thanks for joining! #adechat
    In reply to @boesca, @brainpop, @BrainPOPESL, @poppletny
  • gardnerkb1 Oct 3 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    A3: I recently learned about DeckToys , has anyone tried it? #adechat
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    This helps reduce stress and fear of using the second language. #adechat
    In reply to @thebighop
  • emilyfranESL Oct 3 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    Great apps to engage #ELs 👇🏼 #adechat
  • gardnerkb1 Oct 3 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    Yes we love @Seesaw! I send a weekly #Clips newsletter to my ESL parents informing them of what we r learning in their native lang. #ADEchat
    In reply to @DrLacy, @emilyfranESL, @Seesaw, @SpellingCity, @writereaderapp, @Seesaw
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    These are all great tools to assess ELLs and keep them engaged! #adechat
    In reply to @BrutonESL, @Seesaw, @poppletny, @Flipgrid, @GetKahoot
  • emilyfranESL Oct 3 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    What’s it about?!? #adechat
    In reply to @gardnerkb1
  • thebighop Oct 3 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    I hope we all remember the built in iOS accessibility features! #ADEChat
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    Which are your favorite features? #adechat
    In reply to @thebighop
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    Question #4 is coming up soon. #adechat
  • gardnerkb1 Oct 3 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    I used @Flipgrid at our ESL parent involvement meeting last week, they left a video with a message of encouragement. #ADEchat
    In reply to @DrLacy, @theipodteacher, @BookCreatorApp, @Flocabulary, @Plotagon, @Flipgrid, @quizlet, @Flipgrid
  • theipodteacher Oct 3 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    Great idea. #adechat
    In reply to @gardnerkb1, @DrLacy, @BookCreatorApp, @Flocabulary, @Plotagon, @Flipgrid, @quizlet
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    Q4: How can tech be used to help ELLs easily transition into learning the new language? #ADEchat
  • gardnerkb1 Oct 3 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    Yes! Great and easy to use supports for our ELLs #ADEchat
    In reply to @thebighop
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    My ELLs use that often! great feature! #adechat
    In reply to @thebighop
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    A4: create new learning opportunities for ELLs and creating a safe environment to celebrate failure. #adechat
  • BrutonESL Oct 3 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    A4: Ss can use @GoogleTransIate to ease transitions. Also @duolingo and Rosetta Stone can be used in "free time"#adechat
  • gardnerkb1 Oct 3 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    A4: Tech can make transitioning easier and less scary. A fun prompt with Digital programs to create pencil to paper products. #adechat
  • KMillerSAIL Oct 3 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    A4) Being able to interact w/ audio & video multiple times-w/earbuds others do not know. Also, Siri helps with clarity practice. #adechat
  • RSSESL Oct 3 @ 9:33 PM EDT
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    I love the idea of using Siri for clarity/fluency practice. #adechat
    In reply to @KMillerSAIL
  • BrutonESL Oct 3 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    A4: Tech allows us to differentiate instruction. Assignments in native language, use of visuals, assist in producing language #adechat
  • emilyfranESL Oct 3 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    A5: tech that allows students the opportunity to share what they know, even if in native lang, will help ELs quick access to L2 #ADEchat
  • gardnerkb1 Oct 3 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    A4: Shy or quiet Ss are less anxious to speak into iPad to create video response than speaking in front of a large group #adechat
  • a_p_johnson Oct 3 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    A4: Give them a platform to showcase work in their native language. #adechat
  • thebighop Oct 3 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    A4: QR codes to help with translation and differentiation for learning. This can be used to help parents of ELL's who visit class. #ADEChat
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    Celebrating ELLs and providing a platform to showcase L1 will keep them engaged and developing L2 over time. #adechat
    In reply to @a_p_johnson
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    This is helpful to keep parents engaged too #adechat
    In reply to @thebighop
  • thebighop Oct 3 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    A4: You don't want ELL's to lose native language, so digital books in native language, literacy skills transfer across languages. #ADEChat
  • gardnerkb1 Oct 3 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    What are some good apps/programs you like to use to have Ss showcase their work? #ADEchat
    In reply to @a_p_johnson
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    @EpicKidsBooks has some great books in multiple languages. #adechat
    In reply to @thebighop, @EpicKidsBooks
  • bethpoydock Oct 3 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    #ADEchat A4: Google Translate "Word Lens"
  • KMillerSAIL Oct 3 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    Amazing to watch the persistence young adults will demonstrate b/c they really want to use Siri. #adechat
    In reply to @BrutonESL, @DrLacy
  • RSSESL Oct 3 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    #ADEchat Unite for Literacy also has multilingual supports
  • bethpoydock Oct 3 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    #ADEchat Unite for Literacy also has multilingual supports
  • gardnerkb1 Oct 3 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    Yes, I always stress to Ss and parents to continue to use and learn native lang. #ADEchat
    In reply to @thebighop
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    Development of L1 is important to help students acquire L2. #adechat
    In reply to @thebighop
  • thebighop Oct 3 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A4: Audio books: Allows ELL's to hear language and see the words to make connections. #adechat
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    I always think about BICS and CALPS. The iPad offers a number of apps and tools to help with the transfer of language skills. #adechat
    In reply to @thebighop
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    Q5: Are there any disadvantages to using tech to engage ELLs? #ADEChat
  • gardnerkb1 Oct 3 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    A4: Virtual field trips or Google Earth allows ELLs to show and teach other Ss about their culture or where they came from. #adechat
  • bethpoydock Oct 3 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    A5: Too dependent on translators or native language supports.... the teacher must GRR!!!! #ADEChat
  • gardnerkb1 Oct 3 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    A4: We Skype or FaceTime with other K ESL Ss to share our classwork or discuss things we are learning. #adechat
  • BrutonESL Oct 3 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    A5: When teachers use tech OVER authentic communication or experiences. Or Tech is used in place of teacher support #adechat
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    I do find that frustrating when educators use tech in place of teacher support, especially for ELLs. #adechat
    In reply to @BrutonESL
  • a_p_johnson Oct 3 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    A5: Nope! :) #adechat
  • thebighop Oct 3 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    A5: Communication is not just about language, gestures, and tone play an important roll in the cultural layer of language. #AdeChat
  • emilyfranESL Oct 3 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A5: when tech is used by ELs just for entertainment and not for effectiveness to learn and acquire content and language #ADEchat
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    Limited use of SAMR and we don't spend time using the device to develop L1 & L2. #adechat
    In reply to @emilyfranESL
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    Using authentic voices are critical to learning a new language. Valid point here. #adechat
    In reply to @thebighop
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    A5: Lack of human connection can be a negative. Ss relying on it for answers, etc. #adechat
  • gardnerkb1 Oct 3 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    A5: Sometimes our Ss do not have internet in the home so their device they take home from school has little use #adechat
  • thebighop Oct 3 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    A5: Must be mindful of content language and social language. #AdeChat
  • APRedd Oct 3 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    A1: My Native Spanish class is making Clips about aspects of their culture they want to share. Publishing in L1 and L2. #ADEchat
    In reply to @pamelalamela
  • emilyfranESL Oct 3 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    It already happens at home...let’s not do it at school! #Adechat
    In reply to @DrLacy
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    The technology divide is a real issue that impacts our ELLs. #adechat
    In reply to @gardnerkb1
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    Our final question is coming up soon. #adechat
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    Q6: What is something you learned from this chat you will use to engage your ELLs? #ADEchat
  • APRedd Oct 3 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    A2: The internet connects us to the Ss home country, language, and culture. We can learn more about Ss than ever before! #ADEchat
    In reply to @DrLacy
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    I love the iPad because we are able to FaceTime with the native countries of our Ss. #adechat
    In reply to @APRedd
  • thebighop Oct 3 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    A6: I learned from Dr. H that using audio and video provide multiple opportunities for production and comprehension. #ADEChat
  • gardnerkb1 Oct 3 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A6: I would like to try making wordless books with @BookCreatorApp #adechat
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    The development of Wernicke's area & Broca's area of the brain are key to learning a language & staying engaged. iPad helps! #adechat
    In reply to @thebighop
  • BrutonESL Oct 3 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    A6: I learned about Roundme to create virtual field trips to provide learning experiences for ELs. #adechat
  • APRedd Oct 3 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    I ❤️ when Ss use Book Creator and Keynote. Ss tell their story and show what they know. Easy to adapt to diff. proficiency levels #adechat
    In reply to @DrLacy
  • emilyfranESL Oct 3 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    A6: I want to try the QR codes @gardnerkb1 does with her Kindergartners to support their reading and writing 💕✨ #adechat
  • gardnerkb1 Oct 3 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    Also many of our Tests are taken online now, ELLs need to be comfortable with using digital tools. #ADEchat
    In reply to @thebighop
  • BrutonESL Oct 3 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    Thanks for the chat everyone and intellectual conversation. This tired mama is going to bed. Look forward to the next #adechat
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    These are great apps to help develop language over time and allow ELLs to see growth. Plus they are fun to use! #adechat
    In reply to @APRedd
  • gardnerkb1 Oct 3 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    Thank you for joining in! #ADEchat
    In reply to @BrutonESL
  • KMillerSAIL Oct 3 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    A6) Loved the idea of @Flipgrid messages of encouragement, learning more about https://t.co/0LV1xPOQUU & plan a virtual field trip #ADEchat
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    Scaffolds are important for ELLs to ensure they are engaged and have a support as they develop L2. #adechat
    In reply to @emilyfranESL, @gardnerkb1
  • APRedd Oct 3 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    A4: We are using Live Titles in Clips in both English and Spanish. The Ss love using it. Helps Ss monitor their pronunciation too #ADEchat
    In reply to @DrLacy
  • thebighop Oct 3 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    Thank you for hosting tonight's chat! Tonight's conversation really engaged my wife, I'll get her on Twitter yet! #ADEChat
  • DrLacy Oct 3 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    Thank you everyone for joining us for #ADEchat this evening! Please join #ADEchat next week.