#TOSAChat is a chat on Twitter every Monday night at 8pm PST for TOSAs (teachers on special assignment), including all edtech and instructional coaches.
A1: Going to conferences is so important for maintaining out #PLN. Any conference where I can spend a lot of time, social & professional is great, but #EdTechTeam events and #FallCUE have been standout. They’re a good size too. Not always a fan of massive events.
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A1 my FAVE F2F conferences are #CUErockstar#CUE and #ADE Academies. Connecting w my PLN and learning w folks who challenge me always fills my #EDUcup! #TOSAchat
Hey #TOSAChat My 7yo went home sick today and is currently cranking out missed work like a rockstar. Hanging with her through it. Have a great chat! ✌💖 #wheresmsrnow
I think I had some calendar conflicts this year, but I will double check! Careful what you promise cause you might get the whole cogswell clan!! #tosachat
A1 I’ve found a lot of value in #inacol conferences over the years - particularly learning from colleagues doing good work in the research sector, like Michigan Virtual. Also, there’s more ability to connect educators from outside the U.S. #tosachat
A1 I’ve found a lot of value in #inacol conferences over the years - particularly learning from colleagues doing good work in the research sector, like Michigan Virtual. Also, there’s more ability to connect educators from outside the U.S. #tosachat
Wow...those typos are #EPIC! That's what happen when you laptop crashes right before #TOSAchat and you have to rewrite the tweet...twice on the phone. #eyeroll. #IGoHere
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@peerlessgreen, @alisal_edtech, @EdTechAri, @CrazySciTeach, @TechCoachSusan, @MsHaughs, @annkozma723, @kmartintahoe, @teachteKBeck
makes me excited for #OCCUE and things like our local #EdCampNOC! But, you know me...all the FOMO at a large conf - already excited for all the things at #CUE#TOSAchat
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@cogswell_ben, @EdTechSpec, @EdTechAri, @edtechteam, @iste
Hey #tosachat I'm popping in late to say hello! Make sure you find @lhighfill on Twitter and save her playlists! Tons of great curated vids for future lessons/#hyperdocs
Hey #tosachat I'm popping in late to say hello! Make sure you find @lhighfill on Twitter and save her playlists! Tons of great curated vids for future lessons/#hyperdocs
A2:When I think You Tube @lhighfill is the first person who comes to mind. Her channel is such a fabulous resource for laughing, crying and learning! #tosachat
A3: I’m VERY into the work of @DanielPink. All #EduCoaches should read his books “Drive” & “To Sell is Human” They’re about what REALLY motivates humans. Essential for a TOSA’s work (& a T’s).
I have been working on a blog post about this for months.
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A2: I don’t subscribe to any edtech YouTubers. I tend to follow the designers & creatives for inspiration. Current favorite: James Victore https://t.co/3S9k6SxYDO#tosachat
a3 did you mention twitter and youtube...oh uhmm every person I ever talk with, my new journey is to try to connect with them and learn from them no matter their position, it's embedded in #MyWhy#tosachat
A3 @briankoppelman’s podcast “The Moment” is addicting for me - mostly about filmmakers but exploring artists’ defining moments, failures & successes, unpacking key moments. He’s inspired me to start a teacher interview podcast #tosachat
Josh, I'd love a podcast from you, the format could be about anything, but you must deconstruct and call BS when it's there. Also some nice random references to trivia just for that extra flavor...it would be epic #tosachat
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@EdTechSpec, @peerlessgreen, @alisal_edtech, @EdTechAri, @CrazySciTeach, @TechCoachSusan, @MsHaughs, @annkozma723, @kmartintahoe, @teachteKBeck
sounds rad, but Jan is already full for me... maybe 2019 will be the year I make it to #techrodeo! I want some of that orange sauce that @edcampOSjr always posts about... #TOSAchat
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@judyblakeney, @techcoachjuarez, @kat_goyette, @edcampOSjr
I’d say the two main takeaways for me have been: 1. good design takes a lot of hard work, but it’s barely noticed by the end user 🤔
2. you’ll have a whole eternity to think inside the box, so start getting creative 🙃
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Uhhhh, everyone here tonight! I talk about standing on the shoulders of giants in all my sessions. #TOSAchat is full of giants upon whose shoulders I've stood for years
right?! I could go on and on and on...I'm lucky to have so many amazing people in my PLN who inspire me that I have the best kind of trouble listing them all! #TOSAchat
A4: Everyone that helps facilitates this chat is on that list for sure. I can't say enough about how much this chat has helped this year. just a few others @annkozma723@Jstevens009@Catlin_Tucker but there are so many. #TOSAchat
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@TosaChat, @cogswell_ben, @EdTechAri, @KarlyMoura, @kmartintahoe, @Jyoung1219, @peerlessgreen, @annkozma723, @Jstevens009, @Catlin_Tucker
Dang Joe, this is an amazing list, I am just so impressed to be in the same world as you and these folks. We're #BetterTogether and learning together #tosachat
A5: The premise of this question assumes we all need this/have the same kind of home. Not all of us have a “family” at home.
If what you do motivates and drives you, it can become the place where you feel best. Most of my friends are in #Edtech-that’s where I relax.
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So many! Some favorites include @annkozma723@cogswell_ben@KarlyMoura - I pick those three in particular because they are all in similar roles as I am and I glean much from what they create and share! #tosachat
Indeed, I almost think that might be a great idea @pearse_margie has a great list of math people, maybe we need a list of just people we're thankful for #tosachat
A5: Running has been a great way to destress and spend time with my better half and also playing video games as well I can send my mind to foreign lands #tosachat
.A5: Time at home has truly been time at home. Priorities change when there’s JOY in my life. Work doesn’t define me; who I am with my family & friends define me #tosachat
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@TosaChat, @cogswell_ben, @EdTechAri, @KarlyMoura, @kmartintahoe, @peerlessgreen
A5: Call it competitive relaxation. When I'm not playing with my daughters or drinking red wine with my beloved, I'm still running wild on the soccer pitch. After 30 years and an arthritic knee, I'm still going. #tosachat
I'll agree with the video game destresser. Nintendo Switch has been great. Even better when I get to play with the kiddos. Anything with the fam is always fun. #TOSAchat
A5 hammock time. slow strolls at the beach. burying my nose in a book. going to Disneyland or a movie. traveling. disconnecting. I'm working hard this year to create more balance. If you don't make it happen, it won't happen. #TOSAchat
I don't "work" two nights in a row or else I feel like I'm never shut off. I balance one night work, one night TV watching w/ hubby, one night reading non-edu stuff. #tosachat
A6: Listen without offering advice or a "fix". And remind folks a break is coming soon and to start thinking about what self-care activity they will do in that time. #tosachat
A6: Listen without offering advice or a "fix". And remind folks a break is coming soon and to start thinking about what self-care activity they will do in that time. #tosachat
On a mission to save kids from watching videos all day in class as the break approaches. Share this #hyperdoc (hypersite?) with your elementary teachers this week! https://t.co/j8KMbywDlP. Inspired by the creative TOSAs at @usdlearns#TOSAchat
It can be such an isolating profession sometimes. People just want to talk to someone who understands & don't always want/need a solution. And follow it up w/ some genuine encouragement. #tosachat
A6 words of encouragement, funny texts, silly posts on social, volunteering, little surprises, a reminder that they can and they will... and that I am there to help if needed. #TOSAchat
On a mission to save kids from watching videos all day in class as the break approaches. Share this #hyperdoc (hypersite?) with your elementary teachers this week! https://t.co/j8KMbywDlP. Inspired by the creative TOSAs at @usdlearns#TOSAchat
A6: Oh wait...I think this is the question that crashed my MBA.
My answer included Nerf Guns & That is wasn't just Ts who need help to get thru this phase. Luckily, we have #TOSAChat...but sometimes more is needed.
A6: Oh wait...I think this is the question that crashed my MBA.
My answer included Nerf Guns & That is wasn't just Ts who need help to get thru this phase. Luckily, we have #TOSAChat...but sometimes more is needed.
