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NoVAEdChat Jan 11 @ 8:00 PM EST

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Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:00 PM EST

It's almost that time! Get ready for #NoVAedchat!

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:01 PM EST

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Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:02 PM EST

Hey everyone! I'm Margaret - HS Tech Coach from Chantilly #NoVAedchat I love snow days and the peacefulness of an undisturbed snow.

kavester Jan 11 @ 8:02 PM EST

Kris in Richmond, VA; I love taking my boys sledding in the winter. #NoVAedchat

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:03 PM EST

Join us now if you can! #novaedchat #edchat #teachers

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:03 PM EST

Hey Kris! Happy to see you! Did you get enough snow for sledding this past weekend? #NoVAedchat

In reply to @kavester

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:03 PM EST

Hi! I'm Kendra & my favorite thing about winter is when it's over. #novaedchat

witmanedu Jan 11 @ 8:03 PM EST

Tyler here from Alexandria - Tech Facilitator & 7th Grade Science Teacher. My fav thing about winter is the peacefulness of snow #NoVAedchat

timstahmer Jan 11 @ 8:03 PM EST

Hi #NoVAedchat. I’m Tim, somewhere in the Springfield area. My favorite part of winter is that it’s not very long here in the DC area. :)

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:04 PM EST

Such a fun part of winter! I bet they love it. @kavester #NoVAedchat

In reply to @kavester

NoVAEdChat Jan 11 @ 8:05 PM EST

Q1 What is a challenge you’ve faced in your classroom or with your students? #NoVAedchat

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:05 PM EST

That's a definite positive, @timstahmer! #NoVAedchat

In reply to @timstahmer

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:05 PM EST

Hey Tyler! Glad you're here tonight #NoVAedchat @witmanedu

In reply to @witmanedu

CardwellTeachMe Jan 11 @ 8:05 PM EST

Hey @Techy_Margaret!! We got walloped in Virginia Beach and I can't wait to get back to school tomorrow! Too much time home! #NoVAedchat

In reply to @Techy_Margaret

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:05 PM EST

Hi Tyler! Glad you could make it. @witmanedu #NoVAedchat

In reply to @witmanedu

ErinWest_ITRT Jan 11 @ 8:05 PM EST

Hey y'all! Erin from Hanover. Fav thing about winter is cuddly dogs and hot spiced cider+snow days #novaedchat

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:05 PM EST

Teehee, you and @techinteaching are on the same page #NoVAedchat @timstahmer

In reply to @techinteaching, @timstahmer

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:06 PM EST

Whoa! Lots of snow days. We've not had one yet... #novaedchat

kavester Jan 11 @ 8:04 PM EST

We had eight inches. . . so they were very happy. Boys are finally back at school tomorrow.
In reply to @Techy_Margaret

abctec Jan 11 @ 8:06 PM EST

Michelle here - tech specialist atKPES! Fav thing about winter... chillin on my couch with my animals! #NoVAedchat

timstahmer Jan 11 @ 8:06 PM EST

Which is probably why @techinteaching went farther south. :-) #NoVAedchat

In reply to @Techy_Margaret, @techinteaching

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:06 PM EST

Hi Erin! Spiced cider is one of my favorites. @ErinWest_ITRT #NoVAedchat

In reply to @ErinWest_ITRT

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:06 PM EST

Hey Michala! Glad you're here - that's a bunch of snow days!! We're still waiting on our first here in NoVA.. #novaedchat @CardwellTeachMe

In reply to @CardwellTeachMe

kavester Jan 11 @ 8:06 PM EST

A1: It's always a struggle to make some of the math standards relevant to the Ss. #NoVAedchat

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:06 PM EST

First day back? Exciting! @CardwellTeachMe @Techy_Margaret #NoVAedchat

In reply to @CardwellTeachMe, @Techy_Margaret

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:07 PM EST

Yay! Thanks for joining our conversation Erin! We're glad you're here! #NoVAedchat

In reply to @ErinWest_ITRT

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:07 PM EST

#GreatMinds @Techy_Margaret @timstahmer #NoVAedchat

In reply to @Techy_Margaret, @timstahmer

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:07 PM EST

I love that about winter in NoVA, the best thing to do is stay put, all warm and cozy #novaedchat @abctec

In reply to @abctec

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:07 PM EST

Awwww! @abctec #NoVAedchat

In reply to @abctec

BrianHerb17 Jan 11 @ 8:07 PM EST

Sorry #NoVAedchat Can't make it tonight. 9th grade parent orientation. HS here we come. Yikes!

amustREED Jan 11 @ 8:08 PM EST

Hello #novaedchat peeps! Laura from fairfax va. Tech integration gal

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:08 PM EST

A1. Making learning #authentic & #engaging. #novaedchat

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:08 PM EST

Eeeek! High school already!!! Have fun at the orientation #NoVAedchat. See you next week @BrianHerb17

In reply to @BrianHerb17

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:08 PM EST

Hi Laura! Great to see you. @amustREED #NoVAedchat

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acuteteacher Jan 11 @ 8:08 PM EST

hi #novaedchat sorry I'm late - 3 year old bedtime avoidance is high tonight. Katie Eustis G5 classroom Woodley Hills ES in FCPS here

witmanedu Jan 11 @ 8:08 PM EST

Puppy cuddles are definitely on my list of fav things about winter too! #NoVAedchat

In reply to @abctec

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:09 PM EST

We'll miss you, @BrianHerb17! Feel free to catch up later. :) Good luck with HS! #NoVAedchat

In reply to @BrianHerb17

witchyrichy Jan 11 @ 8:09 PM EST

Sorry I'm late #novaedchat Karen in Waverly Snow is gone but we had 3 days snuggled by wood stove reading, crocheting & working a little ;-)

abctec Jan 11 @ 8:09 PM EST

A1: only seeing kiddos once every 2weeks makes it hard to do in depth activities - long time between lessons #NoVAedchat

CardwellTeachMe Jan 11 @ 8:09 PM EST

I am thrilled! I hate missing school. My children are ready too! #NoVAEdChat

In reply to @techinteaching, @Techy_Margaret

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:09 PM EST

A1 Balancing everything. SO many things are happening at once! #NoVAedchat

acuteteacher Jan 11 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1: always trying to balance student interest with standards with readiness with assessment deadlines #novaedchat

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:10 PM EST

Glad you could come, Katie! @acuteteacher #NoVAedchat

In reply to @acuteteacher

witchyrichy Jan 11 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1 I teach grad students & am challenged to get them beyond the sit & git mentality that often comes in higher ed #novaedchat

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:11 PM EST

I'm with you on that. I always have 100000000 things going! @Techy_Margaret #NoVAedchat

In reply to @Techy_Margaret

amustREED Jan 11 @ 8:11 PM EST

A1 consistent motivation & completion of tasks by over committed Ss #novaedchat

timstahmer Jan 11 @ 8:11 PM EST

It’s tough to find much that’s relevant to students in most of the K12 math curriculum. It needs a major overhaul. #NoVAedchat

kavester Jan 11 @ 8:06 PM EST

A1: It's always a struggle to make some of the math standards relevant to the Ss. #NoVAedchat

tifferdu Jan 11 @ 8:11 PM EST

I avoid bedtime too!! #NoVAedchat 😜

In reply to @acuteteacher

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:11 PM EST

*waves* Hey Karen! I think the same thing is a struggle with PD at time #TheWayWeveAlwaysDoneIt #NoVAedchat @witchyrichy

In reply to @witchyrichy

coreythornblad Jan 11 @ 8:11 PM EST

Hi #NoVAedchat so happy to be joining/sorry I'm late. FCPS 7th and 8th grade social studies teacher at Kilmer Middle

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:11 PM EST

I'm glad you get to head back then. Hopefully your break was revitalizing! @CardwellTeachMe @Techy_Margaret #NoVAedchat

In reply to @CardwellTeachMe, @Techy_Margaret

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:12 PM EST

We're glad you're here Corey! #NoVAedchat @coreythornblad

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tifferdu Jan 11 @ 8:12 PM EST

#NoVAedchat

In reply to @abctec

abctec Jan 11 @ 8:12 PM EST

and she is a rescue from a hoarding situation so makes it even more special :) #novaedchat #humanesociety

In reply to @witmanedu

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:12 PM EST

YES! We've been challenging ours w/the same, & modeling what we want to see them do (= a challenge for us) @witchyrichy #NoVAedchat

In reply to @witchyrichy

ErinWest_ITRT Jan 11 @ 8:12 PM EST

A1 I'm at 2 schools. Trying to meet the needs of my learners (Ts) and stay relevant to where they're headed and what they need. #novaedchat

GCMLibrary Jan 11 @ 8:12 PM EST

Hi, Krissy as HS librarian from Falls Church. My fave thing is snow days! And scarves. And sweaters. And sweatshirts. #cozy #novaedchat

mafarrace Jan 11 @ 8:12 PM EST

Hi - must be a KMS thing! Sorry I'm late too! Missie from Falls Church! #NoVAedchat

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:13 PM EST

Yay! Glad you're here, Corey! @coreythornblad #NoVAedchat

In reply to @coreythornblad

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:13 PM EST

I think this could be a statement on education everywhere. I hope we see some relief on this soon #NoVAedchat @acuteteacher

acuteteacher Jan 11 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1: always trying to balance student interest with standards with readiness with assessment deadlines #novaedchat

tifferdu Jan 11 @ 8:13 PM EST

yay!! So glad you love it! I just got a new Erin Condren one for Xmas and I love it! #NoVAedchat

In reply to @acuteteacher

coreythornblad Jan 11 @ 8:13 PM EST

A1: I struggle to motivate reluctant learners. That said, it is a struggle worth winning. #Novaedchat

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:14 PM EST

That's such a struggle for kids...overcommitted = stinky! @amustREED #NoVAedchat

In reply to @amustREED

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:14 PM EST

Hey Krissy and Missie! Glad you are both here! @mafarrace @GCMLibrary #NoVAedchat

In reply to @mafarrace, @GCMLibrary

GCMLibrary Jan 11 @ 8:14 PM EST

A1 a big struggle is building self-reliance in students. I want to help! But need Ss to learn to do it themselves. #novaedchat

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:14 PM EST

Glad you're here, MIssie! How's Falls Church tonight? @mafarrace #NoVAedchat

In reply to @mafarrace

NoVAEdChat Jan 11 @ 8:15 PM EST

Q2 If you can envision a perfect situation to address it, what might it look like? #NoVAedchat

coreythornblad Jan 11 @ 8:15 PM EST

Yes! We have to support without enabling. I struggle w/ this daily. #NoVAedchat

In reply to @GCMLibrary

witmanedu Jan 11 @ 8:15 PM EST

A1: Motivation can definitely be a struggle - especially after a long winter break! #NoVAedchat

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:15 PM EST

So many of these apply to both Ts and to Ss depending on who is doing the learning #NoVAedchat #challenges @GCMLibrary

GCMLibrary Jan 11 @ 8:14 PM EST

A1 a big struggle is building self-reliance in students. I want to help! But need Ss to learn to do it themselves. #novaedchat

vste Jan 11 @ 8:15 PM EST

modeling is huge: I've sat thru more than one lecture on project-based learning in my day :-) #novaedchat

In reply to @techinteaching, @witchyrichy

GCMLibrary Jan 11 @ 8:15 PM EST

This is another big challenge! Need to try 💯 different things which can get exhausting. #novaedchat

In reply to @coreythornblad

MrDeSando Jan 11 @ 8:15 PM EST

A1: Trying to get Ts to buy in to something new and out of the box. It seems always the same Ts who try it out. #NoVAedchat

mafarrace Jan 11 @ 8:16 PM EST

Biggest is not 2 have all the pushing come from me- to give Ss time 2 see how far they will take themselves b4 I step in. #NoVAedchat

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:16 PM EST

Definitely! Independent skill building is critical! @GCMLibrary #NoVAedchat

In reply to @GCMLibrary

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:16 PM EST

Snow days like that sound cozy! What are you reading? #NoVAedchat @witchyrichy

In reply to @witchyrichy

witchyrichy Jan 11 @ 8:16 PM EST

modeling is huge: I've sat thru more than one lecture on project-based learning in my day :-) #novaedchat

In reply to @techinteaching, @witchyrichy

acuteteacher Jan 11 @ 8:16 PM EST

A2: montessori model - students come in mon, see the learning targets for the week, decide what to work on, self assess...beauty #novaedchat

witmanedu Jan 11 @ 8:16 PM EST

Could not agree with this more! Always have those early adopters but gotta get more reluctant ones on board! #NoVAedchat

In reply to @MrDeSando

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:17 PM EST

For sure! At the start, new things = scary for kids. @MrDeSando #NoVAedchat

In reply to @MrDeSando

abctec Jan 11 @ 8:17 PM EST

Q2: not having tech class be a special (like Pe and Music). More co-teaching IN the classroom for seamless tech integration. #NoVAedchat

ErinWest_ITRT Jan 11 @ 8:17 PM EST

Q2: having an ITRT for each school. Still would keep me busy, but consistently being available would be utopian #novaedchat

GCMLibrary Jan 11 @ 8:17 PM EST

A2 I show them once. Give them tools and resources to refer back to when they have Qs. We move on to the next challenge. #magic #novaedchat

amustREED Jan 11 @ 8:17 PM EST

Getting Ts & Ss believe sometimes more upfront work will payoff in the https://t.co/jZC7u7EB6k can do it! #novaedchat

tifferdu Jan 11 @ 8:17 PM EST

A1. Creating enough different learning spaces to meet all learning styles. Why not group kids by learning style/gradelevel? #NoVAedchat

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:17 PM EST

Woof! Isn't that the worst? Gotta walk the walk! @vste @witchyrichy #NoVAedchat

In reply to @vste, @witchyrichy

witmanedu Jan 11 @ 8:18 PM EST

A2: In a perfect world, we'd look at the concept of self-motivation - Where does it come from? How do we cultivate in ourselves? #NoVAedchat

coreythornblad Jan 11 @ 8:18 PM EST

So true! I find often the only way to get buy-in is to do it w/ the handful that will & hope others follow. #NoVAedchat

In reply to @MrDeSando

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:18 PM EST

A2 - perfect means I would have more time and less requirements. I think I could do all things better if I wasn't spread so thin #NoVAedchat

abctec Jan 11 @ 8:18 PM EST

this would be so ideal! #novaedchat

In reply to @acuteteacher

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:18 PM EST

It's so hard to not have consistent, QUALITY support! @ErinWest_ITRT #NoVAedchat

In reply to @ErinWest_ITRT

timstahmer Jan 11 @ 8:19 PM EST

A2: A “perfect” situation would involve students in choosing what they want to learn & how they will demonstrate that learning. #NoVAedchat

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:19 PM EST

LOVE montessori! @acuteteacher #NoVAedchat

In reply to @acuteteacher

amustREED Jan 11 @ 8:19 PM EST

A2 embrace #personalizedlearning w S participation in process #novaedchat #fearlesslearners is a great 6step bk to get started by 2 Ts

GCMLibrary Jan 11 @ 8:19 PM EST

Love that you think about this!! In college my biggest frustrations were lectures about how we can't just lecture. #novaedchat

In reply to @witchyrichy, @techinteaching

kavester Jan 11 @ 8:19 PM EST

A2: Less standards to teach, allowing me more time to dive into the topics and provide opportunities to develop relevance #NoVAedchat

witmanedu Jan 11 @ 8:19 PM EST

Love this type of setup! I wish more admin were open to it! #NoVAedchat

In reply to @acuteteacher

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:19 PM EST

Ooooh I like this! @dmhicks has some S choice built in with her learning menus in HS Eng #NoVAedchat

In reply to @dmhicks

acuteteacher Jan 11 @ 8:16 PM EST

A2: montessori model - students come in mon, see the learning targets for the week, decide what to work on, self assess...beauty #novaedchat

tifferdu Jan 11 @ 8:20 PM EST

A2. Create different learning style spaces throughout the school and let students choose their own space for each lesson. #NoVAedchat

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:20 PM EST

At the same time, being careful not to overwhelm/burn out those early adopters! #NoVAedchat @witmanedu

In reply to @witmanedu

witmanedu Jan 11 @ 8:16 PM EST

Could not agree with this more! Always have those early adopters but gotta get more reluctant ones on board! #NoVAedchat
In reply to @MrDeSando

coreythornblad Jan 11 @ 8:20 PM EST

A2: in an ideal world, history standards would emphasize skills as much as content and multiple choice would disappear. #dreams #NoVAedchat

EdfromEdTech Jan 11 @ 8:20 PM EST

Sorry I'm late. Ed from SC and I love skiing in the winter #novaedchat

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:21 PM EST

YES- I never understood why it was made into a special. It takes you away from working w/teachers to integrate as a tool @abctec #NoVAedchat

In reply to @abctec

abctec Jan 11 @ 8:21 PM EST

@witmanedu I think this would help with skill AND will... #novaedchat

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witmanedu Jan 11 @ 8:18 PM EST

A2: In a perfect world, we'd look at the concept of self-motivation - Where does it come from? How do we cultivate in ourselves? #NoVAedchat

CardwellTeachMe Jan 11 @ 8:21 PM EST

Always a struggle. I want to give everything my 100% but my math doesn't always work as intended. My family shouldn't suffer. #NoVAedchat

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:18 PM EST

A2 - perfect means I would have more time and less requirements. I think I could do all things better if I wasn't spread so thin #NoVAedchat

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:21 PM EST

I agree! This is hugely important - not only for workload but for the relationships that are vital to our jobs! #novaedchat @ErinWest_ITRT

In reply to @ErinWest_ITRT

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:21 PM EST

#NoVAedchat

witmanedu Jan 11 @ 8:21 PM EST

Agreed! Meet them where they're at and go from there!
In reply to @Techy_Margaret

EdfromEdTech Jan 11 @ 8:21 PM EST

A1 I notice a lot of Ss too focused on grade and not process or having fun learning #novaedchat

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:21 PM EST

Glad you're here, @EdfromEdTech! Good to see you. #NoVAedchat

In reply to @EdfromEdTech

timstahmer Jan 11 @ 8:21 PM EST

Unfortunately, too many teachers think project-based learning means they choose the project, same for each student. #NoVAedchat

witchyrichy Jan 11 @ 8:16 PM EST

modeling is huge: I've sat thru more than one lecture on project-based learning in my day :-) #novaedchat
In reply to @techinteaching, @witchyrichy

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:21 PM EST

Yes! #NoVAedchat

acuteteacher Jan 11 @ 8:20 PM EST

how amazing would this be if it were the expectation rather than the exception?
In reply to @Techy_Margaret, @dmhicks

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:22 PM EST

Yes. Boo on standardized testing (and grades, generally)! @coreythornblad #NoVAedchat

In reply to @coreythornblad

MrDeSando Jan 11 @ 8:22 PM EST

A2:If Ts could see that I'm not just putting new things on them just for the sake of it,there is a method to the madness. #novaedchat

witmanedu Jan 11 @ 8:22 PM EST

I wish this was the type of setup that every school had. Sadly our school is in a similar boat as yours... #NoVAedchat

In reply to @abctec

DianeHarazin Jan 11 @ 8:22 PM EST

Hey, just popped in. #novaedchat

coreythornblad Jan 11 @ 8:22 PM EST

that would be "perfect." Choice, self-direction and authentic assessment. #NoVAedchat

In reply to @timstahmer

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:22 PM EST

Absolutely! x100!!! @timstahmer #NoVAedchat

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timstahmer Jan 11 @ 8:22 PM EST

Of course, because that means giving up some control. A scary thing for many teachers & something they need to learn how to do. #NoVAedchat

amustREED Jan 11 @ 8:21 PM EST

Makes so much sense but so hard to get Ts to DO it

coreythornblad Jan 11 @ 8:23 PM EST

Yes! Exactly. Real-world skills that can serve any path students end up taking in life! #NoVAedchat

In reply to @kavester

abctec Jan 11 @ 8:23 PM EST

@techinteaching luckily my librarian and I work collaboratively on a two week rotation AND follow CLT notes regularly #novaedchat

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:21 PM EST

YES- I never understood why it was made into a special. It takes you away from working w/teachers to integrate as a tool @abctec #NoVAedchat
In reply to @abctec

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:23 PM EST

*waves* Hey Diane! Glad you're here! #NoVAedchat @DianeHarazin

In reply to @DianeHarazin

EdfromEdTech Jan 11 @ 8:23 PM EST

A2 I'd love 2 see more classrooms where failure is okay and kids focus on process and enjoy learning instead of only grade #novaedchat

kavester Jan 11 @ 8:23 PM EST

My favorite SS class was spent discussing events and what we should learn from them, I don't even recall a test ever being given #novaedchat

coreythornblad Jan 11 @ 8:20 PM EST

A2: in an ideal world, history standards would emphasize skills as much as content and multiple choice would disappear. #dreams #NoVAedchat

tifferdu Jan 11 @ 8:23 PM EST

and where they will learn it, as well as what platform they will use! #NoVAedchat

In reply to @timstahmer

CardwellTeachMe Jan 11 @ 8:23 PM EST

This is where I want to go. However we have the constraints of SOLs and other testing that doesn't always align. #NoVAedchat

timstahmer Jan 11 @ 8:19 PM EST

A2: A “perfect” situation would involve students in choosing what they want to learn & how they will demonstrate that learning. #NoVAedchat

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:23 PM EST

Wrong, wrong, wrong! Here's some info: https://t.co/SIUMYJP0aJ @timstahmer #NoVAedchat @vste

In reply to @timstahmer, @vste

coreythornblad Jan 11 @ 8:23 PM EST

Welcome! #NoVAedchat

In reply to @EdfromEdTech

GCMLibrary Jan 11 @ 8:24 PM EST

This is the only way I get to teach. Gotta start somewhere!! #novaedchat #spark

In reply to @coreythornblad, @MrDeSando

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:24 PM EST

So true. The 'token economy', work for grades. Can we get rid of grades? Please? @EdfromEdTech #NoVAedchat

In reply to @EdfromEdTech

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:24 PM EST

Ts too! Had a T tell me she didn't want to do any reading "unless she got points" & then fuss about kids only working for grades #novaedchat

EdfromEdTech Jan 11 @ 8:21 PM EST

A1 I notice a lot of Ss too focused on grade and not process or having fun learning #novaedchat

NoVAEdChat Jan 11 @ 8:25 PM EST

Q3 Where do you find new ideas and practices to improve your students’ learning? #NoVAedchat

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:25 PM EST

Oh, for sure!! #NoVAedchat @ErinWest_ITRT

In reply to @ErinWest_ITRT

ErinWest_ITRT Jan 11 @ 8:23 PM EST

absolutely! Those 5 minute drop by convos build relationships that transcend PD
In reply to @Techy_Margaret

acuteteacher Jan 11 @ 8:25 PM EST

A3: TWITTER #novaedchat

Wine4theWhine Jan 11 @ 8:26 PM EST

Hey guys! Jumping in! Q3: Twitter, Pinterest, BOOKS, PLN #ideasareeverywhere #NoVAedchat

abctec Jan 11 @ 8:26 PM EST

A3: from Ts, from research and publications, from kickstarter😜, from STUDENTS #NoVAedchat

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:26 PM EST

Oh no, never!.. although I'm agreeing with you, in this case- @timstahmer :D #NoVAedchat

In reply to @timstahmer

witchyrichy Jan 11 @ 8:26 PM EST

But it takes a ton of PD for teachers & support as kids make transition to this kind of learning #novaedchat

In reply to @techinteaching, @timstahmer

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:26 PM EST

That's a little less awful, then :) @abctec #NoVAedchat

In reply to @abctec

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:27 PM EST

Hey everyone! Remember to always include the hashtag #NoVAedchat in all your tweets so everyone in the chat can see them!

timstahmer Jan 11 @ 8:27 PM EST

There are many examples of schools that are doing a good job with PBL. Unfortunately, they are still a very small percentage. #NoVAedchat

witchyrichy Jan 11 @ 8:25 PM EST

New Tech is school w/in a school approach that has adopted project based learning. Those teachers do PBL right!
In reply to @techinteaching, @timstahmer

tifferdu Jan 11 @ 8:27 PM EST

❤️ 2 C competency based courses where you get to keep trying until you prove competency. Grades are so 💯 yrs ago #NoVAedchat

In reply to @EdfromEdTech

kavester Jan 11 @ 8:27 PM EST

A3: conferences; twitter; PLN; and listening to what Ts and Ss want to do in their classroom #novaedchat

ErinWest_ITRT Jan 11 @ 8:27 PM EST

A3: twitter, Google searches, twitter, my ITRT PLC #squad , twitter... #novaedchat

witchyrichy Jan 11 @ 8:27 PM EST

Oh you meant Tim's way was the wrong way? #novaedchat

In reply to @techinteaching, @timstahmer

EdfromEdTech Jan 11 @ 8:27 PM EST

during hour of Code a few kids had a meltdown. Felt so bad that they couldn't enjoy 60 mins of a fun activity #novaedchat

In reply to @techinteaching

MrDeSando Jan 11 @ 8:27 PM EST

A3:Twitter charts and tweets,colleagues,Google+ Communities, conferences. #novaedchat

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:27 PM EST

Glad you're here tonight Danielle!! #NoVAedchat @Wine4theWhine

In reply to @Wine4theWhine

EduGladiators Jan 11 @ 8:28 PM EST

🍎 #EduGladiators BACK SATURDAY w/@bethhill2829 ▶️ Join her LIVE afterwards https://t.co/llHTUyNGHU #WCPSSchat #ILAchat #edbeat #NoVAedchat

abctec Jan 11 @ 8:28 PM EST

but one-sided... not a two way street :( #novaedchat

In reply to @techinteaching

GCMLibrary Jan 11 @ 8:28 PM EST

A3 y'all give me new ideas and inspiration. Twitter and my #pln for the win. #NoVAedchat

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:28 PM EST

True, no time like the present to start. Rather than find new idea to 'try' each yr, let's stick w/1 @witchyrichy @timstahmer #NoVAedchat

In reply to @witchyrichy, @timstahmer

coreythornblad Jan 11 @ 8:28 PM EST

A3: Twitter, blogs, podcasts, conferences and amazing educators in my PLN. #NoVAedchat

witmanedu Jan 11 @ 8:28 PM EST

#NoVAedchat

witmanedu Jan 11 @ 8:27 PM EST

Yessss!!!!!!
In reply to @acuteteacher

witchyrichy Jan 11 @ 8:28 PM EST

guilty, sorry, I'll do better #novaedchat get too excited with convo

In reply to @Techy_Margaret

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:28 PM EST

A3 Here are my answers in order - 1. Twitter 2. Voxer 3. Blogs 4. Emails like Edsurge/Marshall Memo 5. My friends/PLN #NoVAedchat

abctec Jan 11 @ 8:28 PM EST

one sided with Ts. My librarian and I work together so well! #novaedchat she is amazing!

In reply to @techinteaching

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:29 PM EST

It takes time to learn to do it right...commit to trying for 3-4 years and see what Ts can do! @witchyrichy @timstahmer #NoVAedchat

In reply to @witchyrichy, @timstahmer

EdfromEdTech Jan 11 @ 8:29 PM EST

A3. Last few weeks, big emphasis on daily reading. Fresh ideas from books has me motivated to be different and challenge myself #novaedchat

witmanedu Jan 11 @ 8:29 PM EST

A3: From colleagues, pinterest, books, blogs, and TWITTER #NoVAedchat #PersonalizedLearning

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:29 PM EST

No apologies!! Just a friendly reminder :) It's just a hard habit to build and I don't want to miss anyone's tweets #novaedchat @witchyrichy

In reply to @witchyrichy

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:29 PM EST

Sad but SO common. @EdfromEdTech #NoVAedchat

In reply to @EdfromEdTech

Wine4theWhine Jan 11 @ 8:29 PM EST

I LOVE #bookencouragement! #NoVAedchat

In reply to @EdfromEdTech

timstahmer Jan 11 @ 8:29 PM EST

Very true. Which is why HS teachers who try PBL are frustrated unless kids had experiences in lower grades. Must start in ES. #NoVAedchat

witchyrichy Jan 11 @ 8:26 PM EST

But it takes a ton of PD for teachers & support as kids make transition to this kind of learning #novaedchat
In reply to @techinteaching, @timstahmer

witchyrichy Jan 11 @ 8:30 PM EST

A3 Twitter, live convos with other profs, blogs, tinkering myself, talking to my students #novaedchat

mafarrace Jan 11 @ 8:30 PM EST

A3 Pinterest, Twitter, fabulous #fcpswl county dept #NoVAedchat

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:30 PM EST

A3 Twitter and my teams. For sure. #novaedchat #NoVAedchat

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:31 PM EST

Ok, bonus #NoVAedchat question: Q3.5 We know Twitter is AMAZING - how can we get our colleagues to see that too?

coreythornblad Jan 11 @ 8:31 PM EST

A3: I have to give a shout out to my co-collaborator Gretchen Hazlin @libraryms; we create great things for students & it's fun. #NoVAedchat

In reply to @libraryms

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:31 PM EST

Or at least have some district support to make the transition smoother. @timstahmer #NoVAedchat

In reply to @timstahmer

kavester Jan 11 @ 8:31 PM EST

A3 It still amazes me how many Ts won't use Twitter as an idea generator. #novaedchat

tifferdu Jan 11 @ 8:31 PM EST

A3. The best 💡 s always came from the Ss in my classroom. They have a lot to say about their own education, even in 3rd grade! #NoVAedchat

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:32 PM EST

There's always sooo many good bits of info in there!! #NoVAedchat

ErinWest_ITRT Jan 11 @ 8:31 PM EST

ooh yeah! Marshall Memo. I find that's usually right on the pulse point of what I'm dealing with.
In reply to @Techy_Margaret

witchyrichy Jan 11 @ 8:32 PM EST

Projects are often collaborative can degenerate into "group work" New Tech has students hold each other accountable #novaedchat

In reply to @timstahmer

timstahmer Jan 11 @ 8:32 PM EST

A3: Twitter, blogs (yes, they are still a thing), and select conferences (like EduCon), mostly in hallway conversations. #NoVAedchat

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:32 PM EST

Agreed! It's such a great, free, thoughtful resource. @kavester #NoVAedchat

In reply to @kavester

acuteteacher Jan 11 @ 8:32 PM EST

A3.5 - doing a Twitter mini PD Friday for staff with ideas I got FROM YOU! :) #NoVAedchat

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:33 PM EST

I love this! It sounds like y'all have a good thing going. @coreythornblad @libraryms #NoVAedchat

In reply to @coreythornblad, @libraryms

kavester Jan 11 @ 8:33 PM EST

A3.5 I travel to different schools. Whenever I share an activity I developed, Ts asked where I got the idea. TWITTER #novaedchat

CardwellTeachMe Jan 11 @ 8:33 PM EST

A3: My PLN, colleagues, blogs, my classes and professors, lots of journal articles and ed books!! #NoVAedchat

EdfromEdTech Jan 11 @ 8:33 PM EST

Where has the love of learning gone? Ts need some PD time to explore their own interests (even if not Ed based) #NoVAedchat

In reply to @Techy_Margaret

witmanedu Jan 11 @ 8:33 PM EST

A3.5: I've tried alot . Best results were when shown power of global audience like with @edu_match etc. #NoVAedchat

In reply to @edu_match

witchyrichy Jan 11 @ 8:33 PM EST

Great to get feedback from students. They know when something isn't working for them or different ways to learn. #novaedchat

In reply to @tifferdu

abctec Jan 11 @ 8:33 PM EST

A3.5 encourage participation in PD and chats this way... encourage admin to use it! That was a turning point for some of my Ts #NoVAedchat

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:33 PM EST

YES!!! Having a buddy to plan, bounce ideas and work with is so important to support change and new ideas! #NoVAedchat

coreythornblad Jan 11 @ 8:31 PM EST

A3: I have to give a shout out to my co-collaborator Gretchen Hazlin @libraryms; we create great things for students & it's fun. #NoVAedchat
In reply to @libraryms

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:34 PM EST

Yay! Glad you're using it. I have a podcast/checklists coming soon to share. :) #Level2? @acuteteacher #NoVAedchat

In reply to @acuteteacher

coreythornblad Jan 11 @ 8:34 PM EST

A3.5: we hosted a slow chat at Kilmer this summer to intro Ts to Twitter. Ts got points and tried something new at a easy pace. #NoVAedchat

timstahmer Jan 11 @ 8:34 PM EST

Very true. Distinguishing between genuine collaboration on a project & “group work” is hard. Takes time to learn the former. #NoVAedchat

witchyrichy Jan 11 @ 8:32 PM EST

Projects are often collaborative can degenerate into "group work" New Tech has students hold each other accountable #novaedchat
In reply to @timstahmer

AdamBrownEDU Jan 11 @ 8:34 PM EST

A3. Your PLN is your best resource. #NoVAedchat

LindaMitch2783 Jan 11 @ 8:34 PM EST

#novaedchat late but here....catching up @LindaMitch2783 from PWCS

In reply to @LindaMitch2783

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:34 PM EST

YES! Always student feedback...it's hard to remember to take action on that feedback, though! @witchyrichy @tifferdu #NoVAedchat

In reply to @witchyrichy, @tifferdu

Wine4theWhine Jan 11 @ 8:34 PM EST

Totally agree with this! #TeacherGeniusHour #PassionProjects #NoVAedchat

In reply to @EdfromEdTech, @Techy_Margaret

NoVAEdChat Jan 11 @ 8:35 PM EST

Q4 What new/innovative instructional/classroom ideas have you heard about? #NoVAedchat

ErinWest_ITRT Jan 11 @ 8:35 PM EST

A3.5 I will be curating all these answers as often feel like Sisyphus #novaedchat

witmanedu Jan 11 @ 8:35 PM EST

I would love to hear more about this! What does this entail? Helping set up their twitter acct? Their first tweet? #NoVAedchat

In reply to @acuteteacher

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:35 PM EST

Yep, I'm curious and always want to know more. IDK how Ts who don't have a <3 of learning help Ss develop that #novaedchat @EdfromEdTech

In reply to @EdfromEdTech

abctec Jan 11 @ 8:35 PM EST

A3.5 @tifferdu remember the TC-F reunion at your school with all of our schools? Twitter was a huge part of that PD #NoVAedchat

In reply to @tifferdu

twoguysde Jan 11 @ 8:35 PM EST

It allows us to share our mistakes & hope others learn from them..please don't make this teacher mistake😬https://t.co/qn8zpxUu8Q #NoVAedchat

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:35 PM EST

I'd say mostly 'school-ed' out of them by 4th grade. @EdfromEdTech @Techy_Margaret #NoVAedchat #standardizedTesting #shoutyTs

In reply to @EdfromEdTech, @Techy_Margaret

witmanedu Jan 11 @ 8:35 PM EST

This is exactly why I love @EdcampUSA! It's #PersonalizedLearning at its best! #NoVAedchat

In reply to @EdfromEdTech, @Techy_Margaret, @EdcampUSA

GCMLibrary Jan 11 @ 8:36 PM EST

And a buddy keeps me accountable too! #novaedchat @coreythornblad @libraryms

In reply to @Techy_Margaret, @coreythornblad, @libraryms

timstahmer Jan 11 @ 8:36 PM EST

Would be nice if every teacher could be given the time to drop in on a colleague or two, even in the same building. #NoVAedchat

kavester Jan 11 @ 8:33 PM EST

A3.5 I travel to different schools. Whenever I share an activity I developed, Ts asked where I got the idea. TWITTER #novaedchat

LindaMitch2783 Jan 11 @ 8:36 PM EST

A3 #NoVaedchat @NoVAEdChat twitter!

In reply to @NoVAEdChat

abctec Jan 11 @ 8:36 PM EST

great way to intro twitter! #novaedchat

In reply to @coreythornblad

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:36 PM EST

We did #TwitterPartyPD - it worked for some Ts. Resources here you can use https://t.co/AxpLD7vgDh #NoVAedchat @MrDeSando @ErinWest_ITRT

In reply to @MrDeSando, @ErinWest_ITRT

witmanedu Jan 11 @ 8:36 PM EST

Love this idea! (I might have to steal it!) #NoVAedchat

In reply to @coreythornblad

edu_match Jan 11 @ 8:36 PM EST

thanks Tyler! Love learning with you! #NoVAedchat

In reply to @witmanedu

mafarrace Jan 11 @ 8:36 PM EST

A3.5 I think showing how used & sharing how we discover. Colleague said TY 4 starting him w/twitter - said he's finally into it #NoVAedchat

tifferdu Jan 11 @ 8:36 PM EST

you U do it right then! Edu is a moving platform and if you don't leap now, you will wait 4ever! #NoVAedchat

In reply to @techinteaching, @witchyrichy

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:36 PM EST

Here's some resources you can use: https://t.co/Tyo8IiOKGR @witmanedu @acuteteacher #NoVAedchat

In reply to @witmanedu, @acuteteacher

tifferdu Jan 11 @ 8:37 PM EST

yes! It was great! #NoVAedchat

In reply to @abctec

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:37 PM EST

YAAAAASSS!! Edcamp is amazing. Plus those connections with others in edu #NoVAedchat @witmanedu @EdfromEdTech @EdcampUSA #edcampNoVA

In reply to @witmanedu, @EdfromEdTech, @EdcampUSA

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:37 PM EST

Yes! We've added this into some of our cohort programs- #ClassroomRounds (I think @@Techy_Margaret might be too?) @timstahmer #NoVAedchat

In reply to @Techy_Margaret, @timstahmer

GCMLibrary Jan 11 @ 8:38 PM EST

A3.5 @libraryms & I had a Twitter boot camp for librarians who were interested in Twitter. Set up baby steps and deadlines. #novaedchat

In reply to @libraryms

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:38 PM EST

We are doing this in our building this year & it's a game changer! SO many convos and ideas being shared across dept #novaedchat @timstahmer

In reply to @timstahmer

timstahmer Jan 11 @ 8:38 PM EST

Other countries have built-in time for teacher PD & collaboration. Would improve teaching & learning immensely in US schools. #NoVAedchat

EdfromEdTech Jan 11 @ 8:33 PM EST

Where has the love of learning gone? Ts need some PD time to explore their own interests (even if not Ed based) #NoVAedchat
In reply to @Techy_Margaret

witmanedu Jan 11 @ 8:38 PM EST

Thank you! #NoVAedchat

In reply to @techinteaching, @acuteteacher

LindaMitch2783 Jan 11 @ 8:38 PM EST

A4 @NoVAEdChat #NoVaedchat my PLN had a small "ignite" potluck a week ago. I got lots there. We just shared one goal each = ideas for all

In reply to @NoVAEdChat

EdfromEdTech Jan 11 @ 8:38 PM EST

agreed! So much talent and knowledge in 1 building! Admin need develop plan 4 Ts to help learn from each other. #NoVAedchat

In reply to @timstahmer

LindaMitch2783 Jan 11 @ 8:39 PM EST

such a good idea.#NoVaedchat

In reply to @GCMLibrary, @libraryms

witmanedu Jan 11 @ 8:39 PM EST

Love this idea! We've explored learning walks this year and it's getting better. #NoVAedchat

In reply to @timstahmer

Wine4theWhine Jan 11 @ 8:39 PM EST

Love the idea of getting together in person to pump each other up! #NoVAedchat

In reply to @LindaMitch2783, @NoVAEdChat

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:39 PM EST

Yep! All of the above. We even did a twitter chat while they were there. #NoVAedchat @witmanedu @acuteteacher

In reply to @witmanedu, @acuteteacher

abctec Jan 11 @ 8:39 PM EST

Q4: new to me... #breakout activities and using the CS unplugged acitivties and modifying #learntolearn #legos #NoVAedchat

tifferdu Jan 11 @ 8:40 PM EST

don't do what?Group kids by learning style instead of Grd level? Visual learners, kinesthetic, auditory etc?Why not? #NoVAedchat

In reply to @doctorwhy

TechTia Jan 11 @ 8:40 PM EST

witmanedu thanks Tyler! Love learning with you! #NoVAedchat

mafarrace Jan 11 @ 8:40 PM EST

A4 Biggest is ditch the textbook w/permission & cheers from high up for taking lead. I'm exhausted but motivated. Ss succeeding #NoVAedchat

coreythornblad Jan 11 @ 8:40 PM EST

A3.5: my blog entry from BubbleUp Classroom on tips for Ts wanting to start Twitter https://t.co/j0yLA0ee9K #NoVAedchat @libraryms

In reply to @libraryms

witmanedu Jan 11 @ 8:40 PM EST

Wow! That's awesome! I need to get working on setting up something like this at my school! #NoVAedchat

In reply to @Techy_Margaret, @acuteteacher

abctec Jan 11 @ 8:41 PM EST

A3: we are implementing an #observeme initiative to learning from our colleagues throughout the day #NoVAedchat

witmanedu Jan 11 @ 8:42 PM EST

Love the #observeme initiative! I've been looking at how we could implement it at our school this year! #NoVAedchat

In reply to @abctec

LindaMitch2783 Jan 11 @ 8:42 PM EST

learning walks? tell me more #NoVaedchat

In reply to @witmanedu, @timstahmer

AdamBrownEDU Jan 11 @ 8:42 PM EST

A4. Always intrigued by student-led conferencing. #NoVAedchat

EdfromEdTech Jan 11 @ 8:42 PM EST

picked up "Start with Why" the other day. Next on my list. Thanks for suggestion! #NoVAedchat

In reply to @Wine4theWhine

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:42 PM EST

The Twitter cookies are important too! #NoVAedchat #AlwaysHaveCookies @witmanedu @acuteteacher

In reply to @witmanedu, @acuteteacher

Techy_Margaret Dec 7 @ 12:19 PM EST

Didn't make it to our #twitterpartyPD session? Get your cookies in the #hackerspace #vste15 https://t.co/iMUbyO41J5

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:43 PM EST

You're welcome. We'll have some new stuff coming soon! @witmanedu @acuteteacher #NoVAedchat

In reply to @witmanedu, @acuteteacher

abctec Jan 11 @ 8:43 PM EST

just getting in going. have posted a whiteboard in our lounge with a week/time grid - Ts volunteer or request help #novaedchat

In reply to @witmanedu

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:43 PM EST

just visit a colleague, observe & learn. We have a focus, form to complete for reflection #novaedchat @LindaMitch2783 @witmanedu @timstahmer

In reply to @LindaMitch2783, @witmanedu, @timstahmer

mafarrace Jan 11 @ 8:43 PM EST

I wish more did this. I love to do it because I love seeing students a different way. #novaedchat

abctec Jan 11 @ 8:41 PM EST

A3: we are implementing an #observeme initiative to learning from our colleagues throughout the day #NoVAedchat

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:44 PM EST

Check out Pineapple Charts too! https://t.co/roX5wRkkCq #NoVAedchat @witmanedu @abctec

In reply to @witmanedu, @abctec

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:44 PM EST

I'd say they're critical...esp when it's your recipe. @Techy_Margaret @witmanedu @acuteteacher #NoVAedchat

In reply to @Techy_Margaret, @witmanedu, @acuteteacher

coreythornblad Jan 11 @ 8:44 PM EST

how has this been received by the staff? I want to know more! #NoVAedchat

In reply to @abctec

NoVAEdChat Jan 11 @ 8:45 PM EST

Q5 What innovative instructional practices would you like to learn more about? (if you have resources for these please share!) #NoVAedchat

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:45 PM EST

Thanks! I'm going to do these for our mini-faculty meetings and instructional council Twitter PD next month! #novaedchat @coreythornblad

In reply to @coreythornblad

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:45 PM EST

A4 I'm SO into #BlendedLearning this year. #novaedchat

witmanedu Jan 11 @ 8:45 PM EST

will do! #NoVAedchat

In reply to @Techy_Margaret, @abctec

mafarrace Jan 11 @ 8:45 PM EST

Ahhh, like the pineapple way! #NoVAedchat

abctec Jan 11 @ 8:43 PM EST

just getting in going. have posted a whiteboard in our lounge with a week/time grid - Ts volunteer or request help #novaedchat
In reply to @witmanedu

tifferdu Jan 11 @ 8:45 PM EST

Also.Why can't kids just work on a few subjects at a time if they need 2 instead of 6 or 7 ongoing?Circus it ain't 🤹‍♂️ #NoVAedchat

LindaMitch2783 Jan 11 @ 8:45 PM EST

Thanks for this! #NoVaedchat

In reply to @Techy_Margaret, @witmanedu, @abctec

coreythornblad Jan 11 @ 8:45 PM EST

so glad it is useful to you! #NoVAedchat

In reply to @Techy_Margaret

EdfromEdTech Jan 11 @ 8:46 PM EST

A4. Love the project tuning process from High Tech High. Great 4 narrowing down to best ideas and inspiring innovative solution #novaedchat

kavester Jan 11 @ 8:46 PM EST

A4: my new obsession is developing and sharing #Hyperdocs and #breakoutedu #novaedchat

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:46 PM EST

Have you seen @Mr_B_Teacher blog about student led conferences? https://t.co/cvL93291Zu #novaedchat @AdamBrownEDU

In reply to @Mr_B_Teacher, @AdamBrownEDU

Wine4theWhine Jan 11 @ 8:46 PM EST

Q5: Flexible Seating! Another edchat about it starting in 10 mins! #135edchat #NoVAedchat

abctec Jan 11 @ 8:46 PM EST

we developed the process at our leadership team...just startin. introduced to our staff today! Stay tuned #novaedchat

In reply to @coreythornblad

AdamBrownEDU Jan 11 @ 8:46 PM EST

A5. Not sure I can pick one. Ready to learn about all of them. #vaguebuttrue #NoVAedchat

Wine4theWhine Jan 11 @ 8:47 PM EST

Q5: also class meetings! Read about in Positive Discipline- super easy and authentic way to give students voice #NoVAedchat

coreythornblad Jan 11 @ 8:47 PM EST

My co-teacher and I set up flexible seating in our middle school classroom this year #NoVAedchat

In reply to @Wine4theWhine

witmanedu Jan 11 @ 8:47 PM EST

A4: I introduced coding and animation into my classes using @scratch I love the new engagement it brought to my Ss! #NoVAedchat #HourofCode

In reply to @scratch

coreythornblad Jan 11 @ 8:47 PM EST

keep us posted! #NoVAedchat

In reply to @abctec

techinteaching - Moderator Jan 11 @ 8:47 PM EST

Yes! I would love to see more real #PBL going on. @EdfromEdTech #TransformCCSD #NoVAedchat

In reply to @EdfromEdTech

kavester Jan 11 @ 8:48 PM EST

A5: That being said, just learned about #Hyperdocs + #breakoutedu in Dec so I would <3 any resources/examples Ts want to share #novaedchat

kavester Jan 11 @ 8:46 PM EST

A4: my new obsession is developing and sharing #Hyperdocs and #breakoutedu #novaedchat

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:49 PM EST

We've done it in several classrooms at our HS too! It's spreading :) #NoVAedchat @coreythornblad @Wine4theWhine

In reply to @coreythornblad, @Wine4theWhine

witmanedu Jan 11 @ 8:49 PM EST

Would love to hear about this! Currently teaching 7th grade science! #NoVAedchat

In reply to @coreythornblad, @Wine4theWhine

rsklarew Jan 11 @ 8:49 PM EST

Startup in Reston https://t.co/1frnEY6x5h need K-3 teachers to help design auto-grading system for paper worksheets & tests #novaedchat

LindaMitch2783 Jan 11 @ 8:49 PM EST

A5 not sure...am creatng 7th gr humanities less for library at school FUN -- looking for resources on LA SS blend #NoVaedchat

In reply to @NoVAEdChat

mafarrace Jan 11 @ 8:49 PM EST

A5 Working to improve knowledge & ease of use of lesson design using authentic resources instead of textbook #NoVAedchat

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:50 PM EST

A5 I want to learn how to guide Ss to ask real questions and search for answers. Not teacher asked questions. #NoVAedchat #buildcuriosity

coreythornblad Jan 11 @ 8:50 PM EST

A5: PBL, hyperdocs, googleclassroom, literacy strategies, blended learning, gamification to name a few #NoVAedchat - never stop learning!

EdfromEdTech Jan 11 @ 8:50 PM EST

A5 I'd like to improve skill set in several areas to continue supporting our Ts #breakoutedu #blendedlearning #PBL #hyperdocs #novaedchat

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:50 PM EST

Those have been some of my same focus areas this year!! #NoVAedchat #greatminds @EdfromEdTech

In reply to @EdfromEdTech

Wine4theWhine Jan 11 @ 8:50 PM EST

Have you read Who's Doing the Work? #thebestatthis! #NoVAedchat

In reply to @Techy_Margaret

tifferdu Jan 11 @ 8:51 PM EST

A5. Giving Ss a learning styles test to gauge how to meet their needs at the start. #NoVAedchat https://t.co/feEFTTTpT9

coreythornblad Jan 11 @ 8:51 PM EST

overall all in all it's awesome. It changes the vibe of the room, increases collaboration. #NoVAedchat

In reply to @witmanedu, @Wine4theWhine

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:51 PM EST

I have not! I'm adding it to my list right now. Thanks!! #NoVAedchat @Wine4theWhine

In reply to @Wine4theWhine

abctec Jan 11 @ 8:51 PM EST

A5:💜 #breakouts. Super cool activity! We are creating one for the next staff dev to intro to Ts. Excited! #novaedchat @szymteach

kavester Jan 11 @ 8:48 PM EST
A5: That being said, just learned about #Hyperdocs + #breakoutedu in Dec so I would <3 any resources/examples Ts want to share #novaedchat
- kavester Jan 11 @ 8:46 PM EST
  
  A4: my new obsession is developing and sharing #Hyperdocs and #breakoutedu #novaedchat

witmanedu Jan 11 @ 8:52 PM EST

A5: I want to learn more about #Hyperdocs I've started using them more and more but would love to see their true potential! #NoVAedchat

kavester Jan 11 @ 8:52 PM EST

You have got to check out this book. https://t.co/c1qk2fkF19 #novaedchat

Techy_Margaret Jan 11 @ 8:50 PM EST

A5 I want to learn how to guide Ss to ask real questions and search for answers. Not teacher asked questions. #NoVAedchat #buildcuriosity

Wine4theWhine Jan 11 @ 8:52 PM EST