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mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #6thchat! Please intro yourself, what you teach & where. I'm Kristin, your moderator tonight & I teach ELA & SS in Lansing, MI

SamReisman93 May 16 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Hello #6thchat, I'm Sam from Waukegan, IL and I teach 6th ELA

TrishKing6 May 16 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Good evening #6thchat, I'm Trish in Chattanooga.

TORI_Parde May 16 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Hi, I'm Tori from Nebraska. I teach ELA &a SS, as well! #6thchat

In reply to @mrskochheiser

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Questions are tweeted out beginning at 9:06 and every 6 min. after that. We follow a Q1/A1, Q2/A2 format, etc. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Welcome Sam! Glad to see you tonight! #6thchat

In reply to @SamReisman93

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Sorry about the storm, but welcome to #6thchat tonight!

In reply to @TORI_Parde, @RichardsonLiza, @Mr_Lisek, @michaelschurr1

SamReisman93 May 16 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Glad to be here tonight, this can be a welcome distraction from the heat outside #6thchat

In reply to @mrskochheiser

Teachr4 May 16 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Leigh Anne from SW Indiana ELA #6thchat

ambjorkl May 16 @ 9:02 PM EDT

I'm Ashley, from Ontario! #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hi Trish! Happy Tuesday and welcome to #6thchat

In reply to @TrishKing6

Mr_Lisek May 16 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Good evening, #6thchat! Ryan in Flint, MI -- Social Studies.

TrishKing6 May 16 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hi, thanks! #6thchat

In reply to @mrskochheiser

MrTravisDrake May 16 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Travis from Henryville, IN, and I teach all subjects. We will departmentalize next year and I will teach math only. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hi Leigh Anne! Great to have you on #6thchat tonight...what did you think of the Voice?

In reply to @Teachr4

Teachr4 May 16 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Nice to see a fellow Hoosier. Where is Henryville? #6thchat

In reply to @MrTravisDrake

rnowens May 16 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Rachel from Ohio. 6th grade ELA. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Welcome to #6thchat! Are you excited about teaching math only?

In reply to @MrTravisDrake

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Hi Rachel! Welcome to #6thchat! Glad to have you here!

In reply to @rnowens

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Question 1 is on the slide #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:06 PM EDT

At the point where it's hard to see any of them go! I liked Hunter too. #6thchat

In reply to @Teachr4

rolandteach May 16 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Hello! Monica from KCK ELA... #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1)Being reflective and introspective; determining one's own needs, and then planning to meet one's own needs w/self-study #6thchat

Mr_Lisek May 16 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1: Being able to attend breakout sessions that fit what you need, not a "one size fits all" approach. Edcamp Style. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Does this new change factor into any personalized PD you might want this summer? #6thchat

In reply to @MrTravisDrake

rnowens May 16 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1) Personalized PD is researching what is important to YOU and will help enhance your teaching #6thchat

TrishKing6 May 16 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1. I set goals for myself and seek out resources, opportunities to practice and develop the skills to meet them. #6thchat #PersonalizedPD

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Question 1 is on the slide #6thchat

SamReisman93 May 16 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1:This. Finding your own PD that fits your needs and wants #6thchat

rolandteach May 16 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1: PD on my time with a variety of choices. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Hi Monica! Welcome to #6thchat! Jump in! :)

In reply to @rolandteach

Teachr4 May 16 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1 Finding what works for me. Reflecting on what I want to change and then going after it! #6thchat

TORI_Parde May 16 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Q1: Personal Prof. Development is differentiation for Ts. Ts need their learning where they are at, too! #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:09 PM EDT

I sometimes call it my own "Genius Hour" too #6thchat

rnowens May 16 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1) Personalized PD is researching what is important to YOU and will help enhance your teaching #6thchat

MrTravisDrake May 16 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1 To grow in your weaknesses or passions and to be a cup filler or have your cup filled in the process #6thchat

NRatwatte May 16 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1- personally relevant content that engage growth #6thchat

Teachr4 May 16 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1 Being with like-minded people even if it is half way across the country! #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:10 PM EDT

I like the emphasis on "relevance" in this response! #6thchat

NRatwatte May 16 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1- personally relevant content that engage growth #6thchat

ambjorkl May 16 @ 9:10 PM EDT

knowing what you need to improve, and seeking out sources that will help you #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:11 PM EDT

So true. You all have no idea how important your sharing, ideas, and encouragement have been...working all yr. w/o contract! #6thchat

In reply to @Teachr4

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Question 2 is on the slide #6thchat

betweenmargins May 16 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1 - and I would add: finding a way to bring back to your PLN and share with others you know may be in the same boat! #6thchat

rnowens May 16 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1) Personalized PD is researching what is important to YOU and will help enhance your teaching #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Q2) Last yr. I studied play & gamification--read bks, attended conf, pursued twitter chats (#xplap) made plan @mrmatera @jedikermit #6thchat

rnowens May 16 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A2) If I know there is an area I want to strengthen I will search out classes/other PD to do on my own time #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:13 PM EDT

No...over 300 days now... :( #6thchat

In reply to @rnowens, @Teachr4

Teachr4 May 16 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A2 I have participated in summer book studies. Read, reflect and share thoughts on a google doc. Simple yet beneficial. #6thchat

TrishKing6 May 16 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A2. I've gone to 2 edcamps, enrolled in classes, joined Twitter & started chatting, reading books, attend & present at conferences #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Question 2 is on the slide #6thchat

rolandteach May 16 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A2:Our district has done a great job with #PersonalizedPD using @BadgeList...completed 73 badges this spring & ❤️'d every moment! #6thchat

KRScienceLady May 16 @ 9:13 PM EDT

I wanted to learn Google so I searched for ways to learn. I am a user , now to see what I can learn to utilize better #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Nice...spreading the word, the wealthy and the world with one another #6thchat

In reply to @betweenmargins

rnowens May 16 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2) I am constantly reading books for PD. I just got Dynamic Teaching today thanks to the #6thchat folks last week!

MrTravisDrake May 16 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2 By following Ts on Twitter from chats and listening to their ideas. Doesn't take long for my curiosity to turn into development #6thchat

KRScienceLady May 16 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Edcamps , and my Twitter PLN are all a regular part of my professional learning #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:14 PM EDT

What has been your focus when you present at conferences? #6thchat

In reply to @TrishKing6

SamReisman93 May 16 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2: I was really interested in gamification so I attended EdCamps, read #XPLAP, and attended sessions at ICE16 #6thchat

Mr_Lisek May 16 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2: Starts with my Twitter PLN, grows into edcamps and presentation opportunities, reading ed books to grow based on reflection. #6thchat

NRatwatte May 16 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2- 💚PLN on twitter many chat opportunities bring perspectives and connections for professional networks #6thchat

Teachr4 May 16 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Twitter is the BEST and cheapest PD! #6thchat

MrTravisDrake May 16 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2 By following Ts on Twitter from chats and listening to their ideas. Doesn't take long for my curiosity to turn into development #6thchat

betweenmargins May 16 @ 9:15 PM EDT

PS Hey #6thchat! Ashleigh here! I teach 6th grade literacy in southeast DC :)

massignmenthelp May 16 @ 9:15 PM EDT

#mwlibchat #123princhat #6thchat #ADEchat #CSISDchat #CTEChat #jcedchat Top 5 Concerns Students Have While Writing https://t.co/QNgbrlLwjX

PrincipalSmart May 16 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Hello everyone! #6thchat Michelle from Saskatchewan, Canada jumping in. Grade 6 ELA teacher and principal.

staceyreeder May 16 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A1 Grow what you know, fill in your gaps, or extend your existing knowledge & skills. What do you want/need to know! #6thchat

rnowens May 16 @ 9:15 PM EDT

This is how I found out about #breakoutedu and started creating digital breakouts the first weekend I learned! #6thchat

MrTravisDrake May 16 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2 By following Ts on Twitter from chats and listening to their ideas. Doesn't take long for my curiosity to turn into development #6thchat

KRScienceLady May 16 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Im reading Leaders of their Own Learning Ron Berger, have quite a few in my pile #6thchat

rnowens May 16 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2) I am constantly reading books for PD. I just got Dynamic Teaching today thanks to the #6thchat folks last week!

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:15 PM EDT

We will have to compare ideas and thoughts on this one. Maybe we should start a shared @padlet to post ideas, questions, etc #6thchat

In reply to @rnowens, @padlet

rolandteach May 16 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2: collaboration with like minded Ts for book chats #6thchat

TORI_Parde May 16 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2: I love @EdCampOmaha. I also participate in PD every single day with my amazing colleagues. The hallway is prime spot! #6thchat

ambjorkl May 16 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2: I'm currently doing my masters. Taking a class about social media in the classroom, which has lead me to twitter chats #6thchat

rnowens May 16 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Would love that! #6thchat

In reply to @mrskochheiser, @padlet

PrincipalSmart May 16 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2 Summer is a time to slide in searches, book reading and reflecting on things we put priority on. #6thchat

TrishKing6 May 16 @ 9:16 PM EDT

In Oct. I presented on Ss' Questions- generating, collecting, sorting & finding answers (routines, visible thinking) #6thchat

In reply to @mrskochheiser

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Wonderful! Thanks for joining! Love DC...so much to do! #6thchat

In reply to @betweenmargins

Mr_Lisek May 16 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Any of the @burgessdave PIRATE books are an awesome way to grow your teaching craft. #TLAP is on my summer re-read list. #6thchat

In reply to @SamReisman93, @burgessdave

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Hi Michelle! Welcome! Glad to have you jump in! #6thchat

In reply to @PrincipalSmart

PrincipalSmart May 16 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Reading is a favourite of mine as well. #6thchat

In reply to @rnowens

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Question 3 is on the slide #6thchat

TrishKing6 May 16 @ 9:18 PM EDT

& co-pres. on a Civic Engagement course I co-facilitated. In 6 weeks presenting @girlsschools Interdisciplinary co-teaching w/PBL #6thchat

In reply to @mrskochheiser, @girlsschools

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:18 PM EDT

I will do it! :) Look for a link to tweet to you soon! #6thchat

In reply to @rnowens, @padlet

betweenmargins May 16 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2:Not Free-Devour books on own. Choose favorite educators. Talk about them ad nauseam until admin funds me going to their stuff :) #6thchat

TORI_Parde May 16 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Is anyone else dreaming of world travels as people introduce themselves? #6thChat

In reply to @mrskochheiser, @betweenmargins

Mr_Lisek May 16 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2: Every year I re-read Best Year Ever by Bill Cecil to help prepare myself for the year. I learn something new every time. #6thchat

SamReisman93 May 16 @ 9:18 PM EDT

That's a great one, I consistently go back for classroom ideas #6thchat

In reply to @Mr_Lisek, @burgessdave

rolandteach May 16 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2: Attending Edcamps & various T meet ups around our city. #6thchat

staceyreeder May 16 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Q2 Seek opportunities to discuss new learning! It's like pinball magic when one idea sparks another through informed discussion! #6thchat

KRScienceLady May 16 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Im a #ngss junkie ,I present & learn from participants. Just finished series of NGSS Proficiency Performance Assessments workshops #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A3) #HyperDocs, going gradeless, deeper reading & sketchnoting; also recommiting to my own writing. #6thchat

rnowens May 16 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A3) I constantly feel like there is a better way to teach grammar/writing. Looking into mentor text/sentences. #6thchat

Mr_Lisek May 16 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A3: Collaborative learning strategies, technology integration, active engagement, grading, formative assessment. #6thchat

burgessdave May 16 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Thanks to both of you!! #6thchat #tlap #XPLAP

In reply to @Mr_Lisek, @SamReisman93

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Sounds fabulous! I find I improve my own teaching when I present to others. It's a different kind of PD #6thchat

In reply to @TrishKing6

betweenmargins May 16 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A1: Free - Twitter gods. @nErDcampMI (and all the others). #edcamps all around #6thchat

SamReisman93 May 16 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A3: Gamification, Workshop/center model, & Genius Hour are my big 3 for the Summer #6thchat

AssignmentHelpN May 16 @ 9:20 PM EDT

#mwlibchat #123princhat #6thchat #ADEchat #CSISDchat #CTEChat The Ultimate 60 Ways To Use an iPad in the Classroom https://t.co/Du9eR0MYRB

TrishKing6 May 16 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Yes! Different skill set too-- lots of growth. #6thchat

In reply to @mrskochheiser

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Always...sometimes when @HowardKiyuna joins, I can't help but California dream a bit...especially during Michigan winters #6thchat

In reply to @TORI_Parde, @betweenmargins, @HowardKiyuna

KRScienceLady May 16 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Have a Hyperdoc book on my table waiting for me #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A3) #HyperDocs, going gradeless, deeper reading & sketchnoting; also recommiting to my own writing. #6thchat

MrTravisDrake May 16 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A3 using Google Classroom more... Waiting for district to implement 1-1 technology, very limited now #6thchat

betweenmargins May 16 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2: Free: Twitter gods. @nErDcampMI (and NJ and LI...and...). #edcamps all around! #6thchat

TORI_Parde May 16 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A3: I am all about building a community of learners. I need to continue to grow in this arena. Reach 'em before you teach 'em! #6thchat

Mr_Lisek May 16 @ 9:20 PM EDT

#XPLAP and #DITCHBook are on purchase list to read this summer. Saw @jmattmiller present and loved his ideas. #6thchat

In reply to @burgessdave, @SamReisman93, @jmattmiller

rolandteach May 16 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Game based learning #tlap #xlap...writing & technology #6thchat

Teachr4 May 16 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2 I will give a shoutout here to #cyberPD. A huge group of Ts studying one text. Fabulous thinking. @CathyMere @litlearningzone #6thchat

PrincipalSmart May 16 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A3 Work on my writing lessons, gather and organize resources. Determined to organize a workable Maker space for the school #6thchat

SamReisman93 May 16 @ 9:21 PM EDT

I plan to pick up a copy of @JoyKirr's book "Shift This" soon too. Knowing her through Twitter and EdCamps I'm excited to read it #6thchat

In reply to @burgessdave, @Mr_Lisek, @JoyKirr

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:21 PM EDT

I read the Hyperdoc book last year and have used some this year, but haven't created my own...baby steps #6thchat

In reply to @KRScienceLady

burgessdave May 16 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Great stuff!! #6thchat

In reply to @SamReisman93, @Mr_Lisek, @JoyKirr

SamReisman93 May 16 @ 9:22 PM EDT

I'm going to add this to my list too #6thchat

In reply to @KRScienceLady

betweenmargins May 16 @ 9:22 PM EDT

I do love myself the District....but I won't lie...it's a smiiiiidgen messy in this town right now ;) #6thchat

In reply to @mrskochheiser, @TORI_Parde, @HowardKiyuna

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:22 PM EDT

I did Gamification last year, so this summer I want to revisit what I did, and begin to make improvements and additions #6thchat

In reply to @SamReisman93

Teachr4 May 16 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3 Socratic Seminar. Been playing with that for two weeks and it has been great. #6thchat

TrishKing6 May 16 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3. Sketchnoting, google educator certification, maybe another language, more innovative collaboration, professional writing #6thchat

Mr_Lisek May 16 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Do you have any resources you could share about your implementation of Socratic Seminar? Would love to try this w/my classes. #6thchat

In reply to @Teachr4

SamReisman93 May 16 @ 9:23 PM EDT

I consistently look at it to try it out, and just put it off. I think it's one of those things if I start the yr w/ it I will do it #6thchat

In reply to @mrskochheiser

rolandteach May 16 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3: Digging into Genius Hour this summer hopefully implement in the fall...#6thchat

staceyreeder May 16 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Q3 Personalized classroom blended learning inquiry & problem-based learning, all things in the Google G Suite = might certify! #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Question 4 is on the slide #6thchat

rnowens May 16 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3) I'm also trying to go digital with my ELA notebooks next year #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A4) While summer means freedom, I usually intentionally carve out time & schedule PD for me; usually early in the day #6thchat

rnowens May 16 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A4) I usually find a topic I'm interested in and dive in head first! I tend to become obsessed. #6thchat

SamReisman93 May 16 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A4: Pick at least one day a week to spend a solid chunk of time just researching/planning into these things #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Great book is Mechanically Inclined by @writeguyjeff and 10 Things Every Writer should Know...both natural, authentic. #6thchat

In reply to @rnowens, @writeguyjeff

PrincipalSmart May 16 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A4 plan my reading time-working through my stack of books. Leave much more flexibility on my time on line. #6thchat

Teachr4 May 16 @ 9:26 PM EDT

This has some great start-up videos. i have mostly just searched the internet. https://t.co/clLvN5KZn1 #6thchat @rnowens

In reply to @Mr_Lisek, @rnowens

TrishKing6 May 16 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A4. I need to schedule it in so I remember to follow through when other things like puppies and sunshine capture my attention. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Question 4 is on the slide #6thchat

MrTravisDrake May 16 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A4 A jack of all trades is a master of none. I want to skim a few topics and then master the ones I feel will be best for the kids. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Next wk we will have the wonderful @yoopertechgeek Sarah to talk Maker Spaces! She will have lots of ideas. Be sure to be here #6thchat

In reply to @PrincipalSmart, @yoopertechgeek

Teachr4 May 16 @ 9:27 PM EDT

I keep adding that to my list! #6thchat

In reply to @rolandteach

betweenmargins May 16 @ 9:27 PM EDT

love this idea! #6thchat

In reply to @SamReisman93

SamReisman93 May 16 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Very good and true insight #6thchat

MrTravisDrake May 16 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A4 A jack of all trades is a master of none. I want to skim a few topics and then master the ones I feel will be best for the kids. #6thchat

rolandteach May 16 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A4: District #personalizedPD is a start! Used @BadgeList this spring ❤️it! Earned 73 badges, learned a lot earning more in summer #6thchat

Teachr4 May 16 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A3 Also working on getting in more speaking and listening in with my AoWs. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:29 PM EDT

I am using @duolingo to brush up on my French. I'm enjoying it as it's on my mobile device so when I'm stuck or have extra time #6thchat

In reply to @TrishKing6, @duolingo

Teachr4 May 16 @ 9:29 PM EDT

On The Voice Finals night?! #6thchat :)

In reply to @mrskochheiser, @PrincipalSmart, @yoopertechgeek

Mr_Lisek May 16 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A4: I've already started planning my summer PD schedule and added several more Twitter chats to my reminder calendar. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Question 5 is on the slide #6thchat

betweenmargins May 16 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Google Classroom was a game changer for me with this this year. Do you have other ideas you're trying? @GoogleForEdu #6thchat

In reply to @rnowens, @GoogleForEdu

PrincipalSmart May 16 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Ha, ha! You will have to listen and type. Like me and my hockey games! #6thchat

In reply to @Teachr4, @mrskochheiser, @yoopertechgeek

staceyreeder May 16 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A4 PLAN to invest time in yourself! Already scheduled collaboration time w other ELA teachers in my district too #merakis #6th chat #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A5) Last yr I kept and shared a @padlet for others to see my work, add to it, comment on it. Talk to Ts in person & on twitter #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Socratic Circles by Matt Copeland #6thchat

In reply to @Mr_Lisek, @Teachr4

SamReisman93 May 16 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A5: I want to get into blogging over the Summer to keep myself accountable, as well as finding others @ summer job to share w/ #6thchat

Teachr4 May 16 @ 9:31 PM EDT

My professional garden is more like wild flowers....just throw something out and hope it blooms! #6thchat

TrishKing6 May 16 @ 9:26 PM EDT
A4. I need to schedule it in so I remember to follow through when other things like puppies and sunshine capture my attention. #6thchat
- mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:24 PM EDT
  
  Question 4 is on the slide #6thchat

rnowens May 16 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A5) I haven't blogged in quite some time, but might start back up. Definitely will be tweeting! #6thchat

Mr_Lisek May 16 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A5: I started blogging as a New Years resolution. I keep my presentation schedule, resources, and reflect on 1 platform. (1/2) #6thchat

MrTravisDrake May 16 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Neglected to mention seeing Kelly Gallagher this past summer. He really opened my mind to different writing ideas. #6thchat

Teachr4 May 16 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Someone else recommended that to me this week too, but haven't looked at it yet. #6thchat

In reply to @mrskochheiser, @Mr_Lisek

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:32 PM EDT

One thing @mrmatera said was not to worry if it's not all perfect or put together; just get started and then add to it/change it #6thchat

In reply to @SamReisman93, @mrmatera

PrincipalSmart May 16 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A5 It would be great to get blogging again! I do miss it, but so hard to fit in. #6thchat

Mr_Lisek May 16 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A5: I post a link to my blog to share and keep myself accountable to post something each week. (2/2) #6thchat

staceyreeder May 16 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Tell me more about Shift This! Just looked it up. Sounds interesting... #6thchat

In reply to @SamReisman93, @burgessdave, @Mr_Lisek, @JoyKirr

Teachr4 May 16 @ 9:32 PM EDT

#6thchat

litlearningzone May 16 @ 9:32 PM EDT

#cyberPD is an amazing community to be a part of every summer! Love learning together around one book! So many voices to push our thinking!
In reply to @Teachr4, @CathyMere

TrishKing6 May 16 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A5. Calendar alerts & scheduling around days I'm on campus for orientation planning or supervising service projects or the gym #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Question 5 is on the slide #6thchat

Teachr4 May 16 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Saw him and Penny Kittle a couple summers ago...amazing! #6thchat

In reply to @MrTravisDrake

rolandteach May 16 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A5: Hoping to get back to my blog a few times this summer. #badges4bears will help me set goals...I want to earn 4 badges in June. #6thchat

mrmatera May 16 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Very true... I said that and believe that... Hope you guys get started #6thchat Check out #xplap for many ideas on how to add #gamification

In reply to @mrskochheiser, @SamReisman93

betweenmargins May 16 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A3 - Want to increase giving writing feedback to kids efficiently, often, and in a way THEY own ingesting it #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Sorry! You will have to jump in when you can! Don't miss it! #6thchat

In reply to @PrincipalSmart, @Teachr4, @yoopertechgeek

burgessdave May 16 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Hi, Stacey! I wrote about it hear: https://t.co/qADb1Hmr7p #ShiftThis is a great read and @JoyKirr is awesome! #6thchat #tlap

In reply to @staceyreeder, @SamReisman93, @Mr_Lisek, @JoyKirr, @JoyKirr

TORI_Parde May 16 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A5 I read when we are traveling. I have to recharge & if I am too strict with my time, I get overwhelmed with time flying by. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Question 6 is on the slide #6thchat

betweenmargins May 16 @ 9:36 PM EDT

I use tagged docs/1 document for ntbk. But numbering docs before titles of pages/docs/assignments (001, 002, 003) changed my life. #6thchat

In reply to @rnowens, @GoogleForEdu

Teachr4 May 16 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A5 It helps if you have other Ts to help you stay accountable. Summer groups are great. #6thchat

Mr_Lisek May 16 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A growth mindset is something every learner should keep in mind. Great wisdom by @mrmatera! #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:32 PM EDT

One thing @mrmatera said was not to worry if it's not all perfect or put together; just get started and then add to it/change it #6thchat
In reply to @SamReisman93, @mrmatera

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Yes, important not to spread too thin. #6thchat

In reply to @MrTravisDrake

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A6) All pirate and pirate related chats #learnlap #tlap #xplap and leadership chats like #satchat and #leadupchat #6thchat

SamReisman93 May 16 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A6: @alicekeeler is a great follow for anything Google #6thchat

Teachr4 May 16 @ 9:37 PM EDT

#g2great on Thursday is a fantastic chat! So many inspiring teachers each week. Usually literacy focus. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Question 6 is on the slide #6thchat

MrTravisDrake May 16 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A6 #satchat Saturday Mornings at 7:30 am est #6thchat

TrishKing6 May 16 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A6. #satchat #nt2t #bfc530 #edumoves #tnedchat #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Question 6 is on the slide #6thchat

Mr_Lisek May 16 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A6: #mschat is a great chat (Thurs. 8pm) to interact with middle school educators. Mods: @blocht574 and @DruTomlin_AMLE w/guests #6thchat

TORI_Parde May 16 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A6: @StephanieToelle @heine_sara @boycem3 are all good follows. I also love following the #ipadacademy #6thchat

KRScienceLady May 16 @ 9:38 PM EDT

I very much agree! #6thchat

SamReisman93 May 16 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A6: @alicekeeler is a great follow for anything Google #6thchat

PrincipalSmart May 16 @ 9:39 PM EDT

#saskedchat in Thursdays @8:00 SK and #leadupchat on Saturday mornings #6thchat

rolandteach May 16 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A6 #ksedcaht #NVedchat #moedchat are all wonderful chats to follow. #6thchat

SamReisman93 May 16 @ 9:40 PM EDT

I consistently want to join this chat and always forget since I never wrote down when it was...#6thchat

In reply to @Mr_Lisek, @blocht574, @DruTomlin_AMLE

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:40 PM EDT

I have not done that. I will have to check it out. I have read @StarrSackstein book on Hacking Assessment, but not podcast. Thanks! #6thchat

In reply to @rnowens, @StarrSackstein

staceyreeder May 16 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A6 #G2Great, #LLAP, #TLAP, #titletalk, Google peeps like @alicekeeler, @Catlin_Tucker, @ericcurts #6thchat

internet4classr May 16 @ 9:41 PM EDT

INFO: Quick Flash II.Multiplication https://t.co/oMItISYatX #3rdchat #4thchat #5thchat #6thchat #mathchat

Mr_Lisek May 16 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Put it in your calendar. #mschat is a great group of educators. I have gotten several presentation opportunities from this PLN. #6thchat

In reply to @SamReisman93, @blocht574, @DruTomlin_AMLE

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Share out your blog link to inspire us if you want! :) #6thchat

In reply to @Mr_Lisek

HowardKiyuna May 16 @ 9:41 PM EDT

I'm working late to prep for my Asst to take over. Going to the Google I/O Wed-Fri. Things like this replace a long summer for me. #6thchat

In reply to @mrskochheiser, @TORI_Parde, @betweenmargins

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Question 7 is on the slide #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Lucky...would love to see him in person! I bet he did share wonderful ideas! #6thchat

In reply to @MrTravisDrake

Mr_Lisek May 16 @ 9:42 PM EDT

https://t.co/UGYS8xqPz2 This week's topic: Fads in the Middle #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Share out your blog link to inspire us if you want! :) #6thchat
In reply to @Mr_Lisek

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A7) As I mentioned, I use @padlet & also have blogged in the past (but have gotten away from that). I like good old-fashioned paper #6thchat

rnowens May 16 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A6) I've been listening to the #hacklearning podcast as well as Hacking Engagement. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:43 PM EDT

I agree! I try to hop on #mschat when I can, or at least I keep a column open on @TweetDeck so I can review #6thchat

In reply to @Mr_Lisek, @SamReisman93, @blocht574, @DruTomlin_AMLE, @TweetDeck

PrincipalSmart May 16 @ 9:43 PM EDT

My blog https://t.co/haEeTtPuxl It needs work and has been neglected. #6thchat

SamReisman93 May 16 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A7: Amazon top sellers list and recommended books based on what I have looked at/purchased #6thchat

Mr_Lisek May 16 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A7: I am constantly updating this page (https://t.co/4nuNejrBoR) of resources. It really helps when planning new activities. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Can I guess? Fidget spinners? #6thchat

In reply to @Mr_Lisek

HowardKiyuna May 16 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A7: Google I/O is inspiring. Instructable. Maker Faire/magazine. Youtube. #6thchat

TORI_Parde May 16 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A7 If you are an @AppleEDU district become an Apple Cert. T. I enjoyed it and learned a ton! #6thchat

Teachr4 May 16 @ 9:45 PM EDT

We just did an article of the week about this. Most engaged they have been this year! #6thchat

In reply to @mrskochheiser, @Mr_Lisek

Mr_Lisek May 16 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Bottle flip, dabbing, and fidget spinners. All annoying, but I found a way to make it part of our routine. #6thchat

In reply to @mrskochheiser

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:45 PM EDT

I also keep adding digital resources for my classroom here: https://t.co/wWoVqidAu0 Feel free to look around. #6thchat

KRScienceLady May 16 @ 9:46 PM EDT

#6thchat. My padlet. https://t.co/yOYcdvvYXt

staceyreeder May 16 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Our Tech Integration Specialist has recommended your blog all year. Love it! #6thchat

In reply to @ericcurts, @alicekeeler, @Catlin_Tucker

MsMarshallCMS May 16 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Hey #6thchat better late than never, right?

Teachr4 May 16 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A7 My blogging communities are a big part of my PD. Blogging changed my teaching in so many ways. #6thchat https://t.co/jG1fpkk7E8

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:47 PM EDT

We tied them into talking about "culture" in Social Studies and the role of fads from pet rocks to their current spinners #6thchat

In reply to @Teachr4, @Mr_Lisek

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Question 8 is on the slide #6thchat

MsMarshallCMS May 16 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A7 I like Google keep for keeping things organized, feedly for keeping up with blogs, voxer and Google hangouts for collaboration #6thchat

betweenmargins May 16 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A7 - @pernilleripp blog & books, @donalynbooks books, @nerdybookclub blog, @MisterMinor (check the new podcast with @HeinemannPub) #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A8) This summer my personalized PD goal is to create a hyperdoc. #6thchat

SamReisman93 May 16 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A8: Keep up to date with it. Consistently find new and exciting things to try out for the fall #6thchat

Teachr4 May 16 @ 9:49 PM EDT

My goal is to redo my curriculum map. I will have a new teaching partner so its a good time for change. #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Question 8 is on the slide #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Yes! Lots of great talk tonight! #6thchat

In reply to @MsMarshallCMS

PrincipalSmart May 16 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A8 Research and organize a school Maker space. #excited #6thchat

Mr_Lisek May 16 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Oakland Co. (MI) has a great Fads lesson (https://t.co/M99mFIJVSt) (https://t.co/5VKfF30g5x). My Ss love the old fads. #6thchat

In reply to @mrskochheiser, @Teachr4

rnowens May 16 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A8) Create a digital ELA notebook #6thchat

MsMarshallCMS May 16 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Podcasts are great PD too #6thchat

Teachr4 May 16 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Has anyone tried the Chrome extension Print Friendly and PDF? turns websites, articles, blogs into a printable PDF. Great! #6thchat

Teachr4 May 16 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Would love to hear how you are gong to do this. #6thchat

In reply to @rnowens

MsMarshallCMS May 16 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A8 I'd really like to work on my book stack of "to be reads" so many books so little time. #6thchat

TORI_Parde May 16 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A8 To make mem. w/ my family and learn a lil' along the way.To read and implement 1 or 2 changes that will be meaningful to my Ss. #6thchat

staceyreeder May 16 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A8 Integrate two new teammates into our grade-level personalized learning plans - add their ideas to grow what we do! #6thchat

Mr_Lisek May 16 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A8: This summer, my personalized PD goal is to get through half of my summer reading list. (Balanced calendar means less time.) #6thchat

MsMarshallCMS May 16 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A8 (part 2) my PD goal is to get better at facilitating PD #6thchat

Teachr4 May 16 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Here's a great @pennykittle video. Its an hour and 35 minutes and golden nuggets galore! #6thchat https://t.co/aMhPduHctQ

staceyreeder May 16 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A8 I am also going to relax w my family and ENJOY a break!! #6thchat

betweenmargins May 16 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A8 - grow my ability to foster more frequent and authentic writing and increase leverage of writing feedback #6thchat

Teachr4 May 16 @ 9:53 PM EDT

I use it a lot for articles of the week and things I want to print off for my own resources. #6thchat

In reply to @rnowens

PrincipalSmart May 16 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Yes! #6thchat

staceyreeder May 16 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A8 I am also going to relax w my family and ENJOY a break!! #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Here's a shared @padlet for us to add ideas, thoughts on Dynamic Teaching book! Anyone can join! https://t.co/LAvIj2eQMb #6thchat

In reply to @rnowens, @padlet

Teachr4 May 16 @ 9:55 PM EDT

I gotta sign off! Thanks @mrskochheiser for another great chat! #6thchat

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Absolutely! All about balance! #6thchat

staceyreeder May 16 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A8 I am also going to relax w my family and ENJOY a break!! #6thchat

Teachr4 May 16 @ 9:56 PM EDT

I have thought about ordering that one. #6thchat

In reply to @mrskochheiser, @rnowens, @padlet

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Yes...that's the one I used and integrated new ones, researched #6thchat

In reply to @Mr_Lisek, @Teachr4

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:57 PM EDT

This #6thchat always goes by so quickly! Thanks for all the inspiration and ideas! Next wk: Makerspaces w/ guest moderator @yoopertechgeek

PrincipalSmart May 16 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Have a great night everyone! #6thchat

Mr_Lisek May 16 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Thanks for the always engaging #6thchat, @mrskochheiser! Have a great evening, all!

mrskochheiser - Moderator May 16 @ 9:58 PM EDT

If you do, join in and add ideas, thoughts! #6thchat

In reply to @Teachr4, @rnowens, @padlet

rnowens May 16 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Thanks for a great chat! Lots to think about! #6thchat