#TCEA8Chat Archive

#TCEA8Chat brings together members from TCEA Area 8. Join us twice a month as we share innovative ideas for technology use in classrooms. Led by the TCEA Area 8 Director and members, we also welcome anyone else to join the conversations.

Thursday February 16, 2017
8:00 PM EST

participatechat Feb 16 @ 8:00 PM EST

Participate in the upcoming #TCEA8Chat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/3RzvzgnQ0V
TCEA8Chat - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:00 PM EST

Its 7:00 so let #TCEA8Chat begin w/ Intros. Let us know where you are from and your role. Taking it slow tonight w/only 4 Q's
J_Bimmerle - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:01 PM EST

John - Sulphur Springs - Inst Tech, Who else is able to join us tonight? #TCEA8Chat
Mer_Townsend - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:02 PM EST

Hi there! Meredith Townsend, Digital Learning Specialist #sulsprhs #TCEA8Chat
J_Bimmerle - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:04 PM EST

@Mer_Townsend will it just be the two of us this time around???? Do we have any lurkers? #TCEA8Chat
In reply to @Mer_Townsend, @Mer_Townsend
J_Bimmerle - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:08 PM EST

@Mer_Townsend As we discussed this AM, I am thinking we will move to 8:30 - 9:00 next month. 30 min - 3 Q's Q's released in AM #TCEA8Chat
In reply to @Mer_Townsend, @Mer_Townsend
TCEA8Chat - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:10 PM EST

Q1 What does effective collaboration look like among educators? #TCEA8Chat
J_Bimmerle - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:11 PM EST

A1 it must be focused on student achievement. Like this quote from this article https://t.co/3pyJaU4uC7 #TCEA8Chat
Mer_Townsend - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:12 PM EST

A1 Ts need to truly listen and share ideas outside of their classroom. Better if you can find people outside of your district #TCEA8Chat
mrsbutler209 Feb 16 @ 8:13 PM EST

Alyssa butler - Sulphur Springs. Sorry I’m late #tcea8chat
Mer_Townsend - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:13 PM EST

A1 Ex. at HS we had Ts visit English classes as we tried @breakoutedu 2 get ideas & the wheels were turning! #sharingiscaring #TCEA8Chat
In reply to @breakoutEDU
Mer_Townsend - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:13 PM EST

A1 Ex. at HS we had Ts visit English classes as we tried @breakoutedu 2 get ideas & … #sharingiscaring #TCEA8Chat https://t.co/JqiVXwLCO2
In reply to @breakoutEDU
J_Bimmerle - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:13 PM EST

A1 S's deserve to have T's who are constantly looking to improve their craft. This does not happen in isolation #kidsdesrveit #TCEA8Chat
J_Bimmerle - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:14 PM EST

@mrsbutler209 Glad you could make it, @Mer_Townsend and I are discussing Collaboration, love to hear your thoughts #TCEA8Chat
In reply to @mrsbutler209, @mrsbutler209, @Mer_Townsend
mrsbutler209 Feb 16 @ 8:14 PM EST

A1 - teachers working collaboratively create fun effective lessons for students #tcea8chat
J_Bimmerle - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:16 PM EST

@Mer_Townsend loved reactions of Ts who attended #TCEA17. Easy to think outside the box, when you look to learn more than locally #TCEA8Chat
In reply to @Mer_Townsend, @breakoutEDU, @Mer_Townsend
J_Bimmerle - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:17 PM EST

@mrsbutler209 happy students typically learn a lot better too! #TCEA8Chat
In reply to @mrsbutler209, @mrsbutler209
edtech_savvy - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:18 PM EST

Hey #tcea8chat! Kirby dropping by!
J_Bimmerle - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:19 PM EST

A1 Effective Collaboration among educators also is NONjudgemental. T's must trust those they work with for it to work #TCEA8Chat
J_Bimmerle - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:19 PM EST

@edtech_savvy good to see you. Only 4 questions tonight. Slowing it down and still trying to encourage newbies! #TCEA8Chat
In reply to @edtech_savvy, @edtech_savvy
Mer_Townsend - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:19 PM EST

glad you could stop by! #tcea8chat
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edtech_savvy - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:20 PM EST

A1- effective collaboration is preceded w/communication! Willingness to share ideas & build upon each other! #tcea8chat
Mer_Townsend - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:20 PM EST

can be so hard for some. One reason I am fearful of presenting....just have to get over it! #tcea8chat
In reply to @J_Bimmerle
edtech_savvy - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:20 PM EST

We have to think win win! If we collaborate w/one another, you win, I win and ultimately students win! #tcea8chat
Mer_Townsend - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:22 PM EST

absolutely! So next thing is how do we get Ts to collaborate. We know its good....what's next step? #tcea8chat
In reply to @edtech_savvy
J_Bimmerle - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:22 PM EST

@edtech_savvy That last part of S's winning is the key!!!! Teaching is too tough these days to be effective w/out collaboration #TCEA8Chat
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Mer_Townsend - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:22 PM EST

world geography is freshmen #tcea8chat
In reply to @mrsbutler209
edtech_savvy - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:22 PM EST

start small by presenting at #netx17! #tcea8chat #shamelessplug
In reply to @Mer_Townsend, @J_Bimmerle
J_Bimmerle - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:23 PM EST

@edtech_savvy PLUG AWAY, get your link in there. We will be sharing ours as well. This chat is for those exact things! #TCEA8Chat
In reply to @edtech_savvy, @Mer_Townsend, @edtech_savvy
edtech_savvy - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:24 PM EST

you have to change the mindset! All about having that paradigm shift. Model collaboration. Share benefits. Live it! #tcea8chat
In reply to @Mer_Townsend
Mer_Townsend - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:24 PM EST

great point. #tcea8chat
In reply to @edtech_savvy
edtech_savvy - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:24 PM EST

we are REALLY REALLY low on presenters. Freaking out a little actually lol #tcea8chat #netx17
In reply to @J_Bimmerle, @Mer_Townsend
TCEA8Chat - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:25 PM EST

Q2 - How can school/district leaders foster collaboration among educators? #TCEA8Chat
Mer_Townsend - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:25 PM EST

not sure. I will check and find out. That would be a great tie in! #tcea8chat
In reply to @mrsbutler209
Mer_Townsend - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:26 PM EST

A2: I would love to see our district create a twitter chat to collaborate with others in the district and get admin feedback #TCEA8Chat
J_Bimmerle - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:26 PM EST

#SLCGameOn will be @ Sulphur Springs MS June 7th - 9th we'd love to have you! Fill out your info here. https://t.co/uV70xzl1XB #TCEA8Chat
edtech_savvy - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:26 PM EST

A2- flashback to that paradigm shift I was talking about. Focus on mindset of growth & encourage it. Win-win! #tcea8chat
edtech_savvy - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:27 PM EST

If we work together- we can achieve something neither of us could do on our own! #tcea8chat
J_Bimmerle - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:27 PM EST

@edtech_savvy I have some names of some Area 8 and Area 10 folks that I need to get to you. I have been recruiting for both! #TCEA8Chat
In reply to @edtech_savvy, @Mer_Townsend, @edtech_savvy
Mer_Townsend - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:27 PM EST

A2: but it has 2 start at the top & there has 2 be buy in there first, & understanding of the importance of collab. w/in district #TCEA8Chat
Mer_Townsend - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:27 PM EST
Yes @mrsbutler209 is going to throw down some amazing #onenote stuff! #tcea8chat
In reply to @mrsbutler209
- J_Bimmerle - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:26 PM EST
  
  #SLCGameOn will be @ Sulphur Springs MS June 7th - 9th we'd love to have you! Fill out your info here. https://t.co/uV70xzl1XB #TCEA8Chat
edtech_savvy - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:27 PM EST

we need 'em! #tcea8chat
In reply to @J_Bimmerle, @Mer_Townsend
mrsbutler209 Feb 16 @ 8:28 PM EST

@k_weir1 and I are PUMPED #TCEA8chat
In reply to @Mer_Townsend, @k_weir1
Mer_Townsend - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:29 PM EST

@breanna_richey I see you lurking! Add something to the convo and get some credit for our challenge. We are on Q2 #TCEA8Chat
In reply to @breanna_richey
mrsbutler209 Feb 16 @ 8:29 PM EST

@breanna_richey you're here #tcea8chat
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J_Bimmerle - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:29 PM EST

@Mer_Townsend thats what THIS chat is, and we struggle to get anyone here. need some key support!!! #TCEA8Chat
In reply to @Mer_Townsend, @Mer_Townsend
mrsbutler209 Feb 16 @ 8:30 PM EST

YES!!! It’s nice to be able to spitball outside the team for some perspective, even though my team is awesome! #tcea8chat
In reply to @Mer_Townsend
J_Bimmerle - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:31 PM EST

@Mer_Townsend its the glue that binds it all. As one of our leaders says, "they respect what you inspect" #TCEA8Chat
In reply to @Mer_Townsend, @Mer_Townsend
J_Bimmerle - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:31 PM EST

@Mer_Townsend yes she is! #TCEA8Chat
In reply to @Mer_Townsend, @mrsbutler209, @Mer_Townsend
Mer_Townsend - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:32 PM EST

trust me, I never knew just how much until this job. I see every subj & see how I could've done it in my own class. #tcea8chat
In reply to @mrsbutler209
J_Bimmerle - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:32 PM EST

@edtech_savvy have no fear you will be good. Did you all talk to the apple guy, that will help some #TCEA8Chat
In reply to @edtech_savvy, @Mer_Townsend, @edtech_savvy
J_Bimmerle - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:34 PM EST

A2 School or district leaders foster collaborative environments by digging in and collaborating with T's. Walk the walk, simple! #TCEA8Chat
J_Bimmerle - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:36 PM EST

you do AWESOME work. If you dont present and share, you are cheating kids. Truth! So get over it and share away! #TCEA8chat
In reply to @Mer_Townsend
J_Bimmerle - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:37 PM EST

dont worry our crew will support you however we possibly can. As long as dates dont mess things up. #tcea8chat
In reply to @edtech_savvy, @Mer_Townsend
TCEA8Chat - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:38 PM EST

Q3 - What do you see in a classroom where students are collaborating effectively? #TCEA8Chat
Mer_Townsend - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:38 PM EST

yes, he models effective use of tech quite often! I would like him to present at SLC. #tcea8chat
In reply to @mrsbutler209, @J_Bimmerle
J_Bimmerle - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:38 PM EST

@mrsbutler209 @ddriversshs is working hard to set an example. Simple things go a LONG way! #TCEA8Chat
In reply to @mrsbutler209, @mrsbutler209, @ddriversshs
J_Bimmerle - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:40 PM EST

@TxTechChick was bragging about the power of that book last week! I will join you!!!!!!!! #TCEA8Chat
In reply to @gilleytweet, @TxTechChick
Mer_Townsend - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:40 PM EST

A3 On task talking, researching, maybe even a little frustration, asking questions #TCEA8Chat
breanna_richey Feb 16 @ 8:40 PM EST

A3- Teachers who set up an inviting classroom, students won't effectively collaborate until we make them feel like they can! #TCEA8Chat
J_Bimmerle - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:40 PM EST

@Mer_Townsend Agreed this is a must!!!! #TCEA8Chat
In reply to @Mer_Townsend, @mrsbutler209, @Mer_Townsend
J_Bimmerle - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:41 PM EST

@breanna_richey It is crazy how important this is. HS and MS students need to know its safe to take risks and share! Great point #TCEA8Chat
In reply to @breanna_richey, @breanna_richey
Mer_Townsend - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:41 PM EST

atta girl! I knew you were there! That is a great answer! Space matters! Rows don't foster collaboration! #tcea8chat
In reply to @breanna_richey
edtech_savvy - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:41 PM EST

A3- organized chaos! #TCEA8chat
Mer_Townsend - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:42 PM EST

I will have to check that out. Haven't heard of it. #tcea8chat
In reply to @J_Bimmerle, @gilleytweet, @TxTechChick
J_Bimmerle - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:42 PM EST
@murphree_kim this is info for the Aug. conf we talked about in Dekalb and Texarkana. YOu need to present there too if you can! #tcea8chat
- edtech_savvy - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:30 PM EST
  
  https://t.co/ekCjirSYYX
  In reply to @Mer_Townsend, @J_Bimmerle
Mer_Townsend - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:42 PM EST

I think the secondary classes lose this. Elementary does it all the time...so why? #tcea8chat
In reply to @breanna_richey
Mer_Townsend - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:43 PM EST

To follow A3, what do you do when they aren't collaborating effectively? I think redirecting is an important function of the T. #TCEA8Chat
mrsbutler209 Feb 16 @ 8:43 PM EST

A3- i hear lots of, “oh, oh, oh’s” and, “let’s do...” a steady excited buzz about the room #tcea8chat
Mer_Townsend - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:43 PM EST

agreed! #tcea8chat
In reply to @mrsbutler209
mrsbutler209 Feb 16 @ 8:43 PM EST

A3- I see kids who are NEVER engaged leading a group and working to keep others focused #tcea8chat
mrsbutler209 Feb 16 @ 8:44 PM EST
We have to invite them to feel comfortable with tech first! #tcea8chat https://t.co/PAJ4aj2KYf
- breanna_richey Feb 16 @ 8:40 PM EST
  
  A3- Teachers who set up an inviting classroom, students won't effectively collaborate until we make them feel like they can! #TCEA8Chat
ddriversshs Feb 16 @ 8:45 PM EST

I am think you are low presenters...LOL #TCEA8Chat
In reply to @J_Bimmerle, @Mer_Townsend, @mrsbutler209
J_Bimmerle - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:45 PM EST

ok lets have that convo right now...... ANYTHING, you would be good at presenting anything you do! #tcea8chat
In reply to @Mer_Townsend
Mer_Townsend - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:46 PM EST

you stop that and get on this kool-aid! #tcea8chat
In reply to @ddriversshs, @J_Bimmerle, @mrsbutler209
Mer_Townsend - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:47 PM EST

yep. Like I Dont know why we Dont use more stations in HS Works well at lower levels. #tcea8chat
In reply to @breanna_richey
mrsbutler209 Feb 16 @ 8:48 PM EST

PREACH #tcea8chat
In reply to @breanna_richey
J_Bimmerle - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:48 PM EST

A3 S's who take in information, process it, and attempt to find solutions, and will revise until they do. More persistent w/help #TCEA8Chat
Mer_Townsend - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:49 PM EST

That is the TRUTH! Must practice what we preach! #TCEA8Chat
In reply to @breanna_richey, @mrsbutler209
J_Bimmerle - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:49 PM EST

@mrsbutler209 Love this answer. YES you find out things about kids that prove they CAN do anything! #TCEA8Chat
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TCEA8Chat - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:50 PM EST

Q4 - What lessons, tools, ideas do you use to create a collaborative environment in your classes/trainings? #TCEA8Chat
J_Bimmerle - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:50 PM EST

@ddriversshs nope but you are high on the list to facilitate a session or two! #TCEA8Chat
In reply to @ddriversshs, @Mer_Townsend, @mrsbutler209, @ddriversshs
Mer_Townsend - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:50 PM EST

yes, I think they should b wk long stations! or multi-day stations....this was convo on way to TCEA #tcea8chat
In reply to @mrsbutler209, @breanna_richey
Mer_Townsend - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:51 PM EST

A4 Big fan of @breakoutedu and how it naturally lends itself to collaboration. Also the use of #office products online. #TCEA8Chat
In reply to @breakoutEDU
Mer_Townsend - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:51 PM EST

it was one time.#tcea8chat
In reply to @ddriversshs, @J_Bimmerle, @mrsbutler209
J_Bimmerle - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:51 PM EST
And here is tonights FINAL question. #TCEA8Chat
- J_Bimmerle - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:50 PM EST
  
  @ddriversshs nope but you are high on the list to facilitate a session or two! #TCEA8Chat
  In reply to @ddriversshs, @Mer_Townsend, @mrsbutler209, @ddriversshs
J_Bimmerle - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:52 PM EST
oops here is tonights final question! #TCEA8Chat
- TCEA8Chat - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:50 PM EST
  
  Q4 - What lessons, tools, ideas do you use to create a collaborative environment in your classes/trainings? #TCEA8Chat
mrsbutler209 Feb 16 @ 8:52 PM EST

I love the collab space in OneNote. My kids made a “meme” section to share in when we did research to make it more fun 😂 #tcea8chat
cdolat Feb 16 @ 8:53 PM EST

Effective students collaboration occurs through the use of protocols, roles and setting norms. Crashing the party @J_Bimmerle! #TCEA8Chat
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Mer_Townsend - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:53 PM EST

YES! Love that! It's ok to have fun! Fun often = engagement. School doesn't have to suck the life out of you! #tcea8chat
In reply to @mrsbutler209
Mer_Townsend - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:54 PM EST

see @ddriversshs even he messes up with tech! #tcea8chat
In reply to @J_Bimmerle, @ddriversshs
J_Bimmerle - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:54 PM EST

Yeah you butchered that! So what, you kept trying! the 10 emails were great! #tcea8chat
In reply to @ddriversshs, @Mer_Townsend, @mrsbutler209
edtech_savvy - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:54 PM EST

Haven't used this but hoping to get some insight! Anything good to share about VoiceThread? #tcea8chat
J_Bimmerle - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:55 PM EST

Thanks for crashing. Always good to get your valuable input! #tcea8chat
In reply to @cdolat
Mer_Townsend - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:55 PM EST

absolutely. you know I am your girl if you want to talk about new ideas! I am all in! #tcea8chat
In reply to @mrsbutler209, @breanna_richey
breanna_richey Feb 16 @ 8:56 PM EST

Q4 - Making time to let kids talk about the books they're reading! They love to listen to each other's book recommendations! #TCEA8Chat
J_Bimmerle - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:56 PM EST

@edtech_savvy I havent messed with it much either. #TCEA8Chat
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edtech_savvy - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:57 PM EST

Teaching an online course this summer and looking to make it as collaborative and immersive as possible. Any tips? #tcea8chat
TCEA8Chat - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:58 PM EST

Its a wrap, thanks for joining tonight, if you missed us live, a transcript is available at https://t.co/SRIQmaQRMX #TCEA8Chat
J_Bimmerle - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:58 PM EST

A4 OneNote is great, and this one i really want to mess with more https://t.co/VBZ2KRn1AL @spiraleducation #TCEA8Chat
In reply to @SpiralEducation
J_Bimmerle - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:59 PM EST

@edtech_savvy ooh look at @participate for the Collections piece. Other social bookmarking things too but I like collections. #TCEA8Chat
In reply to @edtech_savvy, @edtech_savvy, @participate
J_Bimmerle - Moderator Feb 16 @ 8:59 PM EST

@edtech_savvy https://t.co/tvQPQjNHfD is another simple tool that fosters sharing of resources. just simple tools #TCEA8Chat
In reply to @edtech_savvy, @edtech_savvy
participatechat Feb 16 @ 9:00 PM EST

#TCEA8Chat just ended! Transcripts and curated resources are now available at https://t.co/3RzvzgnQ0V