#UTedChat Archive
#UTedChat happens every Wed. @ 9pm MDT. We discuss educational topics relevant to Utah and the general education landscape.
Wednesday October 25, 2017
11:00 PM EDT
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Oct 25 @ 11:00 PM EDT
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mindyhintze
Oct 25 @ 11:00 PM EDT
Welcome everyone! Thanks for joining me tonight to share ideas about blended/online teaching!
#utedchat
mindyhintze
Oct 25 @ 11:02 PM EDT
Again, tonight the discussion is on blended/online instructional practices.
#utedchat
covili
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:02 PM EDT
Happy to be back at
#UTedChat
after being stuck in I-15 traffic for UEA last week.
#parkinglot
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lars3eb
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:02 PM EDT
Hey all, Derek from
@sedck12
&
@UCET
here for
#UTedChat
! Excited to be talking blended learning &
@CanvasLMS
tonight!
lars3eb
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:03 PM EDT
How was your time down in the best part of the state? And by best I mean the Southern part!
#UTedChat
#BetterDownSouth
In reply to @covili
mindyhintze
Oct 25 @ 11:03 PM EDT
let's focus on instructional practice, not necessarily the LMS, but I may offer ideas on how
@canvaslms
can support
#utedchat
mindyhintze
Oct 25 @ 11:04 PM EDT
I’m happy to be here and I want to know - do you blend your instruction? Teach online?
#utedchat
downrightdave
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:04 PM EDT
I was stuck at Disneyland and the beach for UEA, I know how you feel.
#utedchat
In reply to @covili
contactjak
Oct 25 @ 11:05 PM EDT
Excited to discuss blended learning tonight.
#UTedChat
hjones3000
Oct 25 @ 11:05 PM EDT
Hi,
#UTedChat
! Havilah from
@alpineschools
. Teach me about
@CanvasLMS
!
lars3eb
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:05 PM EDT
I'm good with that approach Mindy. But yes, I'd love to hear some Canvas thoughts as well.
#UTedChat
In reply to @mindyhintze, @CanvasLMS
DaniKSloan
Oct 25 @ 11:05 PM EDT
Hi there! Dani from
@UENpd
and
@ucet
- Blended Learning is one of our focuses this year, excited to chat with
@mindyhintze
!
#utedchat
downrightdave
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:05 PM EDT
all I know about Canvas is that they throw a good ISTE party, that and almost everyone else uses it.
#utedchat
In reply to @hjones3000, @alpineschools, @CanvasLMS
btalonia
Oct 25 @ 11:05 PM EDT
Sorry I can’t join you tonight! Just wanted to give a quick plug to an incredible National Conference in our own backyard! 1/
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lars3eb
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:06 PM EDT
I'm not currently in a classroom, but I do teach some online courses with the
#sedck12
#ETEP
courses.
#UTedChat
downrightdave
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:06 PM EDT
I do the flipped classroom for math, that's kind of blended and teaching online.
#utedchat
In reply to @mindyhintze
DaniKSloan
Oct 25 @ 11:06 PM EDT
All blended learning all the time!
#utedchat
mindyhintze
Oct 25 @ 11:07 PM EDT
It looks like some people are wanting to discuss
@CanvasLMS
. Maybe I can come back soon to focus on the LMS.
#utedchat
MsEhuber
Oct 25 @ 11:07 PM EDT
I can't imagine teaching ELA with Canvas!
#utedchat
lars3eb
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:07 PM EDT
I'm starting a new section of
#DigCit
tomorrow. Perfect timing for the
#DigCitSummit
next week in Provo.
#UTedChat
https://t.co/W3MjnvFu78
mindyhintze
Oct 25 @ 11:07 PM EDT
yes it is absolutely blended/online!
#utedchat
In reply to @downrightdave
ronaldfisher
Oct 25 @ 11:08 PM EDT
4th Grade Teacher from Up North joining into
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MsEhuber
Oct 25 @ 11:08 PM EDT
I'm confused. Where are the Qs & As?
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mindyhintze
Oct 25 @ 11:08 PM EDT
With
@canvaslms
or without? I can't imagine teaching anything without it :)
#utedchat
In reply to @MsEhuber, @CanvasLMS
btalonia
Oct 25 @ 11:08 PM EDT
National Association of Multicultural Education SLC Hilton Nov. 1-5! Join Ed.’s from all over the world! Network face2face! 2/
#utedchat
mindyhintze
Oct 25 @ 11:08 PM EDT
Q1 coming up
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mindyhintze
Oct 25 @ 11:09 PM EDT
Q1 Do you think Ss prefer online/blended learning? Why/why not?
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MsEhuber
Oct 25 @ 11:09 PM EDT
@mindyhintze
without! I love canvas! Oops!
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lars3eb
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:09 PM EDT
You can teach just about anything in a blended format. And
@CanvasLMS
is a great tool, but the principles are the important part.
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MsEhuber
Oct 25 @ 11:10 PM EDT
A1 I think my population (Low SES) enjoys in class learning more. My ss struggle with tech & get frustrated easily.
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TCSDSupt
Oct 25 @ 11:10 PM EDT
Shout out to
@lars3eb
and
#UTedChat
. TCSD in the house! Great topic tonight.
ronaldfisher
Oct 25 @ 11:11 PM EDT
Building this site to integrate the new
@BeInternetAwesome
with the new Google
#Interland
https://t.co/sOziffTX3u
#UTedChat
In reply to @lars3eb
DaniKSloan
Oct 25 @ 11:11 PM EDT
A1: I think students like being able to go at their own pace & learn in their own space - blended/online learning allows them to.
#utedchat
lars3eb
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:11 PM EDT
A1 I think Ss prefer well thought out courses wether online/blended/traditional or what not. The more planning the better.
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mindyhintze
Oct 25 @ 11:11 PM EDT
Did you know the number one reason students drop out of blended or online courses is because of frustration with technology?
#utedchat
In reply to @MsEhuber
downrightdave
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:11 PM EDT
One of my students said she didn't used to like homework but she likes our math videos, plus she can get them done in class often.
#utedchat
In reply to @mindyhintze
btalonia
Oct 25 @ 11:12 PM EDT
Sat. 11/4 (8 am-4 pm) UT. Educator & Student Day! Almost 200 already registered! For more info see:
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#UTedChat
3/
lars3eb
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:12 PM EDT
A1.5 But I think it depends on the training as well. If Ss have never had the chance to see how blended works it's difficult.
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covili
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:12 PM EDT
A1 My college Ss are fairly split. Most love the convenience of online, but still value the f-2-f connection of in-person.
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chrferrin
Oct 25 @ 11:12 PM EDT
A1 My ss like that they can go at their own pace at home, and get questions answered in class.
#utedchat
EdTecHakk
Oct 25 @ 11:12 PM EDT
Sorry I’m late! Just flew in from Denver and boy are my arms tired.
#utedchat
Michael Hakkarinen from
@UENpd
LynetteYorgason
Oct 25 @ 11:12 PM EDT
#utedchat
A1 I have slowly moved over to a flipped classroom based on student feedback because they preferred it. So I think they do!
MsEhuber
Oct 25 @ 11:13 PM EDT
Makes sense! I coached my mother through SO many computer "issues" while she was getting her bachelors degree.
#UTedChat
In reply to @mindyhintze
_reidford
Oct 25 @ 11:13 PM EDT
A1: No. they prefer
https://t.co/05vNX7QX67
learning is more engaging because it’s facilitated using tools that are relevant.
#utedchat
TCSDSupt
Oct 25 @ 11:13 PM EDT
I’ve been wondering about blended/flipped leadership and blended techniques for administrators. May be another good topic?
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EdTecHakk
Oct 25 @ 11:13 PM EDT
A1: S’s prefer blended learning? Depends on the learner, the topic, tech and teachers’ proficiency with blending instruction.
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lars3eb
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:13 PM EDT
Thanks Dr. Rogers! Good to have you join
#UTedChat
tonight. Would love to hear some of the ways
@TooeleSchools
is using blended learning.
In reply to @TCSDSupt, @tooeleschools
mzeyhakk
Oct 25 @ 11:13 PM EDT
A1: Depends on the Ss, but I think many prefer a blended environment where they can do some self-paced and still ask Qs in person.
#utedchat
btalonia
Oct 25 @ 11:14 PM EDT
Please help us share the word to local educators who advocate for multicultural students! 4/4
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ronaldfisher
Oct 25 @ 11:14 PM EDT
A1 I think that blended learning is an attempt to control the environment, but it isn't reaching the different learners
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mindyhintze
Oct 25 @ 11:14 PM EDT
and as my 17 year old said "If it's not relevant right now, it's not relevant!"
#utedchat
In reply to @_reidford
downrightdave
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:14 PM EDT
Our vice principal did flipped PD for us. A bunch of levels and badges to earn if you mastered concepts. It was great!
#utedchat
In reply to @TCSDSupt
lars3eb
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:14 PM EDT
That's an awesome site Ronald! I may have to borrow/steal it from you when you finish. ;)
#UTedChat
In reply to @ronaldfisher
contactjak
Oct 25 @ 11:15 PM EDT
A1: Students prefer individualized attention to unique needs that blended learning provides.
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lars3eb
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:16 PM EDT
And those videos are awesome b/c they help Ss rewatch or move faster than in class alone. I love sharing them w/ Ts as well.
#UTedChat
In reply to @downrightdave, @mindyhintze
ronaldfisher
Oct 25 @ 11:16 PM EDT
that goes against the mindset I have, technology should bridge the gap not divide Red Sea
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In reply to @mindyhintze, @MsEhuber
mindyhintze
Oct 25 @ 11:16 PM EDT
Just a reminder to add
#utedchat
to your tweets! I think I'm missing some comments :(
FarrBfarr
Oct 25 @ 11:16 PM EDT
I believe that sometimes we undervalue the f-2-f interaction of in-person - such interaction is valuable
#utedchat
In reply to @covili
MsEhuber
Oct 25 @ 11:16 PM EDT
We have some flipped PD on Canvas too. We win t-shirts or gift cards tho ;)
#utedchat
In reply to @downrightdave, @TCSDSupt
mindyhintze
Oct 25 @ 11:17 PM EDT
Yes, it should. But students themselves have said they are not as tech savvy as teachers assume they are.
#utedchat
In reply to @ronaldfisher, @MsEhuber
lars3eb
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:18 PM EDT
Great topic idea. Is
@TooeleSchools
participating in the Blended Learning training w/
@UENpd
? We just worked w/
@washk12
today.
#UTedChat
In reply to @TCSDSupt, @tooeleschools, @UENpd, @washk12
mindyhintze
Oct 25 @ 11:18 PM EDT
Coming up in 2 min, Q2
#utedchat
mzeyhakk
Oct 25 @ 11:18 PM EDT
Agree! No one is born knowing how all tech works. Learning how to post on social media isn't the same as taking an online course.
#utedchat
In reply to @mindyhintze, @ronaldfisher, @MsEhuber
MsEhuber
Oct 25 @ 11:18 PM EDT
I had to teach a few kids this year how to plug in a chromebook.
#utedchat
They were trying to pluginto the usb and headphone spot
In reply to @mindyhintze, @ronaldfisher
DaniKSloan
Oct 25 @ 11:18 PM EDT
I definitely learned this the hard way with my undergrads - I just assumed they’d be tech savvy... not always the case!
#utedchat
In reply to @mindyhintze, @ronaldfisher, @MsEhuber
ronaldfisher
Oct 25 @ 11:19 PM EDT
All tied up, LA vs. Astros and multi-tasking with
#UTedChat
lars3eb
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:19 PM EDT
Yeah, there are too many variables to Blended Learning to say Yes or No Ss prefer it. But if done well, BL can be VERY effective.
#UTedChat
In reply to @EdTecHakk
mindyhintze
Oct 25 @ 11:20 PM EDT
Q2 Do you think Ts prefer online/blended teaching? Why/why not?
#utedchat
downrightdave
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:20 PM EDT
A2: It's a lot of work on the front end, but it sure is nice when you get it working.
#utedchat
In reply to @mindyhintze
HCraigPritchard
Oct 25 @ 11:21 PM EDT
Craig from Springville joining a bit late. Excited to participate in
#utedchat
tonight and hear how everyone is doing
#blendedlearning
mzeyhakk
Oct 25 @ 11:21 PM EDT
A2: Again, depends on how comfortable the T is with the tech being used for blending. Also depends on if they were forced or not.
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lars3eb
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:21 PM EDT
Which is one reason why I really like
@Flipgrid
as a tool to facilitate in some pseudo F2F time when using blended learning.
#UTedChat
In reply to @FarrBfarr, @covili, @Flipgrid
EdTecHakk
Oct 25 @ 11:21 PM EDT
A2: Teachers prefer engaging learning and successful students, but fear change. Blended Learning = both!
#utedchat
MsEhuber
Oct 25 @ 11:21 PM EDT
A2: I like online/blended. Allows me to spend more time teaching and less time grading.
#utedchat
covili
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:21 PM EDT
Amen! We need to work with Ss to effectively use tech tools.
#UTedChat
In reply to @DaniKSloan, @mindyhintze, @ronaldfisher, @MsEhuber
ronaldfisher
Oct 25 @ 11:22 PM EDT
A2 Type A personalities - (Most teachers) like to have control of the in and output BL accomplishes this by keeping it in a LMS
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DaniKSloan
Oct 25 @ 11:22 PM EDT
A2: I prefer teaching in a blended environment. I can provide more scaffolded resources for my Ss and answer questions in my PJs.
#utedchat
mindyhintze
Oct 25 @ 11:22 PM EDT
that's something I see around the world that is a barrier to Ts jumping into blended/online teaching - the front load is so big
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In reply to @downrightdave
ronaldfisher
Oct 25 @ 11:23 PM EDT
Here, Here!!! Exactly!
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MsEhuber
Oct 25 @ 11:21 PM EDT
A2: I like online/blended. Allows me to spend more time teaching and less time grading.
#utedchat
lars3eb
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:23 PM EDT
A2 I think if Ts receive enough support they can like blended learning, but w/o training, many hate it! Shows importance of PD.
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mzeyhakk
Oct 25 @ 11:23 PM EDT
Are you making videos in your PJs? If so I understand why your classes are so popular!! (kidding) :-)
#utedchat
In reply to @DaniKSloan
EdTecHakk
Oct 25 @ 11:23 PM EDT
There’s a difference between “tech savvy” and “tech fluent” - and students need to be fluent to learn in a tech environment.
#utedchat
In reply to @covili, @DaniKSloan, @mindyhintze, @ronaldfisher, @MsEhuber
mindyhintze
Oct 25 @ 11:23 PM EDT
The other thing I hear often is using an LMS and blending allows Ts to do more teaching
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Oct 25 @ 11:24 PM EDT
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lars3eb
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:24 PM EDT
A2 When we help Ts see benefits (why) & then help them get started w/ the how they often become supporters of Blended Learning.
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mindyhintze
Oct 25 @ 11:25 PM EDT
Coming up in 2 min, Q3
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mzeyhakk
Oct 25 @ 11:25 PM EDT
They also become the ones who will pitch a fit the day the tech stops working or they threaten to remove it. :-)
#utedchat
In reply to @lars3eb
DaniKSloan
Oct 25 @ 11:25 PM EDT
Yes! And more one on one time addressing student needs!
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In reply to @mindyhintze
lars3eb
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:25 PM EDT
Exactly, but with enough help & training, they can see the benefit & how blended learning can increase both. Gotta have the PD.
#UTedChat
In reply to @EdTecHakk
EdTecHakk
Oct 25 @ 11:26 PM EDT
Good tech allows good teachers to reach more students in more ways. Bad teaching with tech is just really expensive bad teaching.
#utedchat
covili
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:26 PM EDT
A2 I love online learning for how it reinforces concepts I’ve taught in class. Classroom energy is my fav part of teaching.
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missplott
Oct 25 @ 11:26 PM EDT
It’s great when you use it... didn’t get a message today though 🤷🏻♀️
#imoldandforgetful
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Oct 25 @ 11:24 PM EDT
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mindyhintze
Oct 25 @ 11:27 PM EDT
Q3 What are some of the challenges with blended/online courses?
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FarrBfarr
Oct 25 @ 11:27 PM EDT
Agree - it's about doing what's best for kids - giving Ts time/training/support -
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In reply to @downrightdave, @mindyhintze
lars3eb
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:27 PM EDT
I think it would be very beneficial to talk with
@Brooksby
at
@UENpd
about sending someone for
#LBDL
training.
#UTedChat
@Covili
@DaniKSloan
In reply to @TCSDSupt, @tooeleschools, @UENpd, @washk12, @brooksby, @UENpd, @covili, @DaniKSloan
LynetteYorgason
Oct 25 @ 11:28 PM EDT
#utedchat
a2 while I love online learning there is a big learning curve and a TON of work on the front end. It's daunting and I'm tech savvy
mzeyhakk
Oct 25 @ 11:28 PM EDT
A3: When the tech can't keep up with what needs to happen in the land of school real-time Ts, Ss and parents get frustrated.
#utedchat
EdTecHakk
Oct 25 @ 11:28 PM EDT
A3 part 1: Biggest Challenge currently in Utah with blended learning is data. Specifically SIS/LMS integration.
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lars3eb
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:29 PM EDT
You mainly like it for the PJs aspect, which many people wear their PJs as clothes these days.
#UTedChat
In reply to @DaniKSloan
DaniKSloan
Oct 25 @ 11:29 PM EDT
A3: It is initially difficult to decide what to do online and what to do in class. I find having a discussion due b4 class is 👌🏽
#utedchat
mindyhintze
Oct 25 @ 11:29 PM EDT
so the front loading, lack of adequate PD, and tech illiterate students sound like universal challenges
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EdTecHakk
Oct 25 @ 11:30 PM EDT
A3 part 2: How is it my TomTom watch can tell my phone my HR and steps all day but not all classroom tech plays well together? :-(
#utedchat
ronaldfisher
Oct 25 @ 11:30 PM EDT
A3 Time, It is best if you can lay it all out before you start, a syllabus all laid out you can lay out the semester or content
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mindyhintze
Oct 25 @ 11:30 PM EDT
Data is a universal challenge too
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In reply to @EdTecHakk
lars3eb
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:30 PM EDT
I always tell teachers they won't fully see the benefit on an LMS until the 2nd time they teach the course after setting it up.
#UTedChat
In reply to @mindyhintze, @downrightdave
contactjak
Oct 25 @ 11:31 PM EDT
A3: T’s need good assessment data to inform good, immediately accessible instructional tools -
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TCSDSupt
Oct 25 @ 11:31 PM EDT
A3: Funding. Network reliability. Ongoing PD. Wireless capacity.
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lars3eb
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:31 PM EDT
It takes a lot of work to front load the tool, but then they can start to reap the benefits the next time they teach.
#UTedChat
In reply to @mindyhintze, @downrightdave
mindyhintze
Oct 25 @ 11:31 PM EDT
this is why
@canvaslms
supports LTI standards and promote open source solutions. We want everyone to play nicely together
#utedchat
In reply to @EdTecHakk, @CanvasLMS
lars3eb
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:32 PM EDT
It's totally a mindset shift and that's hard to do. But the sooner we help them see the benefit the sooner they're willing to try.
#UTedChat
In reply to @FarrBfarr, @EdTecHakk
mindyhintze
Oct 25 @ 11:32 PM EDT
Is classroom/behavior management an issue in blended/online?
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TCSDSupt
Oct 25 @ 11:33 PM EDT
A3: I would also add Digital Citizenship and Data Privacy/Security as big challenges.
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lars3eb
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:33 PM EDT
Not only that, knowing how to use a device isn't the same thing as knowing how to use it for learning. Big difference between two.
#UTedChat
In reply to @EdTecHakk, @covili, @DaniKSloan, @mindyhintze, @ronaldfisher, @MsEhuber
DaniKSloan
Oct 25 @ 11:33 PM EDT
Yes!! My LMS is much more organized than my teacher filing cabinet. Just copy my course, take out what didn’t work and add new!
#utedchat
In reply to @lars3eb, @mindyhintze, @downrightdave
ronaldfisher
Oct 25 @ 11:34 PM EDT
It can be, but it can also support
#gamification
so it becomes a catalyst to classroom management
#UTedChat
In reply to @mindyhintze
EdTecHakk
Oct 25 @ 11:34 PM EDT
You bring up a good point about importance of setting clear online behavior expectations at the start of a course / school year.
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In reply to @mindyhintze
mindyhintze
Oct 25 @ 11:34 PM EDT
Coming up in 2 min, Q4
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lars3eb
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:35 PM EDT
And that's totally a benefit of using an LMS for blended/online learning. I didn't teach w/ 1 in the classroom but wish I had.
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In reply to @DaniKSloan, @mindyhintze, @downrightdave
EdTecHakk
Oct 25 @ 11:35 PM EDT
Excellent point Ron - Gamification + Classroom Management = Student Success in a fun learning environment.
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In reply to @ronaldfisher, @mindyhintze
ronaldfisher
Oct 25 @ 11:35 PM EDT
It's a lot easier to manage versus the old Filing Cabinet that is back in your Classroom / Office
#UTedChat
- manage even on Vacation.
In reply to @DaniKSloan, @lars3eb, @mindyhintze, @downrightdave
mzeyhakk
Oct 25 @ 11:35 PM EDT
One of the reasons I prefer blended to totally online in K-12 is for the ability to meet in person to set expectations up front.
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In reply to @mindyhintze
lars3eb
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:36 PM EDT
My bad! So sorry. I thought I had it scheduled, but I guess I didn't. I usually schedule that right after each chat for next week.
#UTedChat
In reply to @missplott
FarrBfarr
Oct 25 @ 11:36 PM EDT
Like our Ss - helping Ts see the "WHY" is critical in getting buy in/willingness
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In reply to @lars3eb, @EdTecHakk
mindyhintze
Oct 25 @ 11:36 PM EDT
Q4 What are some ways to get students engaged in the online content?
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HCraigPritchard
Oct 25 @ 11:36 PM EDT
A3 Can take a lot of time/effort to plan, tech-based vs in-person? Options for differentiation, ability levels, etc
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covili
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:37 PM EDT
A3 I find the biggest challenge for me is providing quality content, in an engaging way for my Ss.
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lars3eb
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:37 PM EDT
If we can't help Ts to see the Why then we won't get the Ss to see it either b/c the Ts won't be using it. HAVE to start w/ Why!
#UTedChat
In reply to @FarrBfarr, @EdTecHakk
mindyhintze
Oct 25 @ 11:38 PM EDT
It's a good thing I asked Q4 to help you get some ideas about engagement ;)
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In reply to @covili
ronaldfisher
Oct 25 @ 11:38 PM EDT
A4 because it is BL in a LMS, use the extra time to get to know the students and design content to match meet the learning
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lars3eb
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:38 PM EDT
A3 Getting the platform/tool set-up is a HUGE challenge b/c it is so much work. Some Ts don't want to try b/c of all the work.
#UTedChat
mzeyhakk
Oct 25 @ 11:38 PM EDT
A4: Images, infographics, videos, memes, GIFs and all interactive fun things help!
#utedchat
lars3eb
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:39 PM EDT
A3 It's also getting some Ts to change what they've always done. It's okay to change what you're doing if it'll help you.
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contactjak
Oct 25 @ 11:39 PM EDT
A4: Teachers holding regular data chats with Ss is key to student engagement and ownership
#utedchat
ronaldfisher
Oct 25 @ 11:40 PM EDT
it's reaching all learners, every Ss - yes, hard to do that! but find balance and find ways to differentiate single assignments.
#UTedChat
In reply to @HCraigPritchard
covili
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:40 PM EDT
Just thinking the same thing
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In reply to @mindyhintze
DaniKSloan
Oct 25 @ 11:40 PM EDT
A4: Going along with
@mzeyhakk
’s comments, engaging media and fun/rad YouTubes. When I need to learn something, YouTube is my jam.
#utedchat
lars3eb
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:40 PM EDT
YES! 100% Yes!
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In reply to @EdTecHakk
chrferrin
Oct 25 @ 11:41 PM EDT
A4 It helps for Ss to have a task for watching/reading/interacting - notes, practice problems, response, etc
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mindyhintze
Oct 25 @ 11:41 PM EDT
What about teacher presence in the online space?
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lars3eb
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:42 PM EDT
I feel like those answers are the concerns for LOTS of education issues. Especially the Funding part.
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covili
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:42 PM EDT
A4 One way to engage my learners is finding activities my students can do collaboratively. Love creating groups in Canvas.
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KevinWasden
Oct 25 @ 11:42 PM EDT
As an art teacher, everything was hands-on in the studio. The feedback and interaction couldn’t be replicated online.
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DaniKSloan
Oct 25 @ 11:43 PM EDT
A4: Creating assignments that wouldn’t be possible w/o an LMS. Making relevant, collaborative, engaging assignments to assess Ss.
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mindyhintze
Oct 25 @ 11:43 PM EDT
have you seen Arc - Instructure's video tool? Allows you to add real time comments and see when students paused or skipped ahead.
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In reply to @chrferrin
lars3eb
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:43 PM EDT
I think management is an issue in any teaching format, which is why you have to have CLEAR expectations no matter the format.
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In reply to @mindyhintze
mzeyhakk
Oct 25 @ 11:43 PM EDT
I read this as I love cheating in groups! which is precisely the reason for groups :-) to encourage cheating...er.. collaboration.
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In reply to @covili
jesslow27
Oct 25 @ 11:43 PM EDT
A3 I want to do more blended learning, but access to tech and network reliability are huge barriers
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DaniKSloan
Oct 25 @ 11:43 PM EDT
Great question! I think teachers should be involved to guide the conversation, but not take over the online space.
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In reply to @mindyhintze
ronaldfisher
Oct 25 @ 11:43 PM EDT
A4 BL, there are more opportunities to find online content in order to engage all learners. I like hooking Google Apps to my LMS
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EdTecHakk
Oct 25 @ 11:43 PM EDT
A4:
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mindyhintze
Oct 25 @ 11:44 PM EDT
Interesting, we have a lot of art teachers using
@canvaslms
and they say the feedback is easier in the online space
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In reply to @KevinWasden, @CanvasLMS
lars3eb
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:44 PM EDT
The sooner we see
#DigCit
as a need for all classroom teachers to work with the better. We need to get passed the yearly assembly.
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In reply to @TCSDSupt
ronaldfisher
Oct 25 @ 11:44 PM EDT
Arc is that only in
@CanvasLMS
explain some more.
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In reply to @mindyhintze, @chrferrin, @CanvasLMS
EdTecHakk
Oct 25 @ 11:44 PM EDT
My favorite
@canvaslms
feature is SpeedGrader for instant online feedback. So much better than waiting until Monday for grades.
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mindyhintze
Oct 25 @ 11:44 PM EDT
Coming up in 2 min, Q5
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FarrBfarr
Oct 25 @ 11:45 PM EDT
Once you know better, you do better - simple concept - challenging for some T's apply - exciting to see those T's that do
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In reply to @lars3eb
lars3eb
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:45 PM EDT
Do you have anyone attending the
#DigCitSummit
in Provo next week? If not, you should send someone(s).
https://t.co/W3MjnvFu78
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In reply to @TCSDSupt
ronaldfisher
Oct 25 @ 11:45 PM EDT
Astros ahead in
@WorldSeries
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mindyhintze
Oct 25 @ 11:46 PM EDT
It's a completely separate software that integrates seamlessly with
@Canvaslms
See more here
https://t.co/c5a1JOzb46
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In reply to @ronaldfisher, @chrferrin, @CanvasLMS, @CanvasLMS
mindyhintze
Oct 25 @ 11:46 PM EDT
Q5 What are some ways to build online community in the blended/online course?
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ronaldfisher
Oct 25 @ 11:46 PM EDT
It can be the Ss online Portfolio also.
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In reply to @mindyhintze, @KevinWasden, @CanvasLMS
EdTecHakk
Oct 25 @ 11:46 PM EDT
HS Art teacher Mike W at
@HillcrestHighSc
did amazing things using
@canvaslms
surveys for students to self-reflect on their work.
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In reply to @mindyhintze, @KevinWasden, @CanvasLMS, @HillcrestHighSc, @CanvasLMS
covili
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:46 PM EDT
If you’re not chea…err - collaborating, you’re not trying.
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In reply to @mzeyhakk
DaniKSloan
Oct 25 @ 11:46 PM EDT
SpeedGrader and “Message students who...” is life changing in the
@CanvasLMS
gradebook.
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EdTecHakk
Oct 25 @ 11:44 PM EDT
My favorite
@canvaslms
feature is SpeedGrader for instant online feedback. So much better than waiting until Monday for grades.
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lars3eb
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:48 PM EDT
A4 Whenever you can allow for
#StuChoice
&
#StuVoice
you're gonna have engaged students. Try to find ways for choice.
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mzeyhakk
Oct 25 @ 11:48 PM EDT
A5: Discussions & low-stress, high success collaboration activities are a good way to start.
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ronaldfisher
Oct 25 @ 11:48 PM EDT
A5 The ability to do online Collaboration increases with LMS - the Ss can share and give peer feedback safely
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DaniKSloan
Oct 25 @ 11:49 PM EDT
A5a: I feel like the teacher’s online space is an existention of their classroom. It should be different for each educator.
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EdTecHakk
Oct 25 @ 11:49 PM EDT
What? It’s still on? Fox?
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In reply to @ronaldfisher, @WorldSeries
lars3eb
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:49 PM EDT
A4 I always suggest making sure everyone has a pic set for their avatar. Helps personalize the course seeing faces.
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DaniKSloan
Oct 25 @ 11:49 PM EDT
A5b: It needs to be a safe learning environment and students should be taught about
#digcit
and how to give appropriate feedback.
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ronaldfisher
Oct 25 @ 11:50 PM EDT
Dodgers up to bat next.
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In reply to @EdTecHakk, @WorldSeries
downrightdave
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:50 PM EDT
Yeah, profile pictures should show your face...
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In reply to @lars3eb
DaniKSloan
Oct 25 @ 11:51 PM EDT
A5c: Having student/teacher pictures, sharing stories, collaborating all help to build a positive online learning environment.
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FarrBfarr
Oct 25 @ 11:51 PM EDT
Choice + Voice = Student ownership/engagement - more times Ss can feel like they are behind the wheel driving the bus the better
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In reply to @lars3eb
lars3eb
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:51 PM EDT
And it's easy to differentiate assignments w/ an LMS b/c everyone is working but not realizing it's w/ diff stuff.
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In reply to @ronaldfisher, @HCraigPritchard
covili
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:52 PM EDT
Thanks to
@mindyhintze
for leading the discussion tonight. Next week
@berylgirl
is moderating in
#UTedChat
as we talk library media tools.
ronaldfisher
Oct 25 @ 11:52 PM EDT
Or at least a piece of who you are!
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In reply to @downrightdave, @lars3eb
FarrBfarr
Oct 25 @ 11:52 PM EDT
Building those relationships/connections - SUPER valuable!
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In reply to @DaniKSloan
mindyhintze
Oct 25 @ 11:52 PM EDT
Coming up in 2 minutes, Q6
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lars3eb
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:52 PM EDT
I'm so glad it's not just M. Hakkarinen or else I'd have NO idea which M. Hakkarinen I'm talking to. ;)
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In reply to @mzeyhakk, @EdTecHakk
HSG_UT
Oct 25 @ 11:52 PM EDT
Hey
#UtEdChat
don’t forget to take the statewide teacher survey after the chat!!
https://t.co/nPKj6uivGZ
even better email it to coworkers
mindyhintze
Oct 25 @ 11:53 PM EDT
Thanks for letting me!
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In reply to @covili, @berylgirl
EdTecHakk
Oct 25 @ 11:53 PM EDT
It doesn’t matter. We share a brain. Wait. She’s tell me not to write that.
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In reply to @lars3eb, @mzeyhakk
lars3eb
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:53 PM EDT
He's giving me crap for my Simpson-style profile pic. Oh well, it kind of looks like me, but with more hair.
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In reply to @mzeyhakk, @downrightdave
downrightdave
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:54 PM EDT
Maybe my profile picture should be my feet.
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In reply to @lars3eb, @mzeyhakk
mindyhintze
Oct 25 @ 11:54 PM EDT
Q6 let’s wrap this chat up with advice you have for Ts just getting started in the online space
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mzeyhakk
Oct 25 @ 11:54 PM EDT
You can safely assume that most posts referencing Star Wars are him.
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In reply to @lars3eb, @EdTecHakk
lars3eb
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:55 PM EDT
You know, that's a huge part to having a successful blended learning experience. It's also difficult but needs to be a priority.
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In reply to @mindyhintze
EdTecHakk
Oct 25 @ 11:55 PM EDT
A6: Think Star Wars “Rule of Two”, but with online learning it’s “Rule of One” - one task at a time, one class at a time.
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DaniKSloan
Oct 25 @ 11:56 PM EDT
A6: Start small with something that gets you excited about blended teaching and then build from there! Baby steps!
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lars3eb
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:56 PM EDT
No, but you could still have Ss take pics of the art to submit the assignment and help keep things organized. That's the blended.
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In reply to @KevinWasden
mindyhintze
Oct 25 @ 11:56 PM EDT
A6 start small, don't think you have to do allthethings right off the bat (sports analogy - go sportsball)
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ronaldfisher
Oct 25 @ 11:56 PM EDT
WHich one is you? Zaphod Beeblebrox - Hitchhikers Guide
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In reply to @EdTecHakk, @lars3eb, @mzeyhakk
EdTecHakk
Oct 25 @ 11:57 PM EDT
A6: The Simplest Way To Start, is to SIMPLY START!
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DaniKSloan
Oct 25 @ 11:57 PM EDT
Awesome chat tonight,
@mindyhintze
! Thank you! Well worth staying up past my bedtime. 😉
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lars3eb
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:57 PM EDT
I think you could have lots of great resources in the online portion but yes, the majority of the class would be firsthand f2f.
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In reply to @KevinWasden
ronaldfisher
Oct 25 @ 11:57 PM EDT
Only if the Jazz are winning in the background ...
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In reply to @downrightdave, @lars3eb, @mzeyhakk
tabitha_pacheco
Oct 25 @ 11:57 PM EDT
A6- I have 6 years teaching online— it’s a paradigm shift. Anything you can do in a classroom you CAN do in a virtual class!
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mzeyhakk
Oct 25 @ 11:57 PM EDT
A6: You are a teacher. You know things. You're the adult. Cursing at a computer isn't useful but makes you feel better.
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lars3eb
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:58 PM EDT
I hope I'd be able to tell the writer strictly by the content of the tweet, but names alone would be difficult.
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In reply to @mzeyhakk, @EdTecHakk
TCSDSupt
Oct 25 @ 11:58 PM EDT
Thanks for a great twitter chat!
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In reply to @mindyhintze
ronaldfisher
Oct 25 @ 11:58 PM EDT
A6 - JUST DO IT! It is worth it!
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mindyhintze
Oct 25 @ 11:58 PM EDT
Thanks everyone for an awesome conversation!
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lars3eb
- Moderator
Oct 25 @ 11:59 PM EDT
It's worth the effort and then some!
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In reply to @tabitha_pacheco
mindyhintze
Oct 25 @ 11:59 PM EDT
It was a pleasure to be a part of
#utedchat
this evening!
KevinWasden
Oct 25 @ 11:59 PM EDT
LMS works for portfolios, reflection, and some critique, but for skill mastery, I want to see more than digital provides.
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In reply to @mindyhintze, @CanvasLMS