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MmeBurgess - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:00 PM EDT

We will use the Q1/A1 format in tonight's #TECHtalkGA chat! Here's Q1! Don't forget to tell us your name, where you are, and what you do!

participatechat Aug 21 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Participate in the upcoming #TECHtalkGA by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/3AOVdpQs4e

ClintWinter Aug 21 @ 9:00 PM EDT

#techtalkga

In reply to @Chuck_Bell_

MmeBurgess - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:02 PM EDT

#TECHtalkGA A1) Hi all! I'm Angela, District ITS for MS/HS in Forsyth Co. Coolest part for me was getting to watch w/my 15yo son and pups!

MmeBurgess - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:00 PM EDT

We will use the Q1/A1 format in tonight's #TECHtalkGA chat! Here's Q1! Don't forget to tell us your name, where you are, and what you do!

Donita_Hinckley Aug 21 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Donita Hinckley, GADOE, Thomasville. Eclipse was interesting - only about 90% eclipsed down here #TechTalkGA

MmeBurgess - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:02 PM EDT

#TECHtalkGA #HashtagAssist :)

ClintWinter Aug 21 @ 9:03 PM EDT

A1: Clint Winter - IT Coordinator Elbert Co. the Eclipse was really awe inspiring. We had a good view in Elberton #techtalkga

JDigitalLearn Aug 21 @ 9:03 PM EDT

A1 Kris Plummer - Digital Learning Spec from Jefferson, GA. The eclipse was incredible, especially when the animals started up! #techtalkga

GinnyMoy Aug 21 @ 9:03 PM EDT

A1: Ginny Daniels, Suwanee, GA, Media Specialist #TECHtalkGA

MmeBurgess - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:04 PM EDT

#TECHtalkGA Q2: What do you say when teachers complain about technology use eclipsing good teaching?

lwilban Aug 21 @ 9:04 PM EDT

A1: Lisa Wilbanks - Media Specialist - Jackson County - Eclipse was amazing, but didn't get as dark as I thought it would #techtalkga

MmeBurgess - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Yes! So cool! I took an audio recording of all the sounds from my rooftop patio! #eclipse2017 #TECHtalkGA

In reply to @JDigitalLearn

JustMewborn Aug 21 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Justin Mewborn ITS Vickery Creek Middle School Forsyth County. The eclipse was a great experience for our entire school. #techtalkga

iamryanwhite Aug 21 @ 9:04 PM EDT

A1 Ryan White. Awesome to see our solar system at work. #TECHtalkGA

edtechteach3 Aug 21 @ 9:04 PM EDT

I'm Brian DeRose Coord. of Inst. Tech Dawson Co. Ga #techtalkGA

MmeBurgess - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Thanks for joining us, Ginny! #SharonStrong #forsythpln #TECHtalkGA

In reply to @GinnyMoy

MrsBayerLSMS Aug 21 @ 9:05 PM EDT

A1: Sarah, 6th grade ELA teacher in Forsyth, loved seeing how excited the kids were during the eclipse! #TECHtalkGA

Chuck_Bell_ Aug 21 @ 9:05 PM EDT

How are we going to measure how effective we are with our integration of technology into teaching and learning processes? #techtalkga

MmeBurgess - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Agreed, Lisa! Thought it would be darker, but still VERY cool! #Eclipse2017 #TECHtalkGA

In reply to @lwilban

itsleegreen Aug 21 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Lee Green @FloydCoSchools ITS, cooler than I thought it would be. #TECHtalkGA

GinnyMoy Aug 21 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A2: Don't know that we've had that problem. The right use of technology enhances good teaching. #TECHtalkGA

Donita_Hinckley Aug 21 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A2: Technology should enhance teaching not eclipse it #TechTalkGA

iamryanwhite Aug 21 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A2 Tech can't replace good teaching or have a tinder heart for students. Use it as a tool to support great instruction #TECHtalkGA

MmeBurgess - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:06 PM EDT

It really was so cool and surreal, wasn't it?? #TECHtalkGA

In reply to @iamryanwhite

itsleegreen Aug 21 @ 9:07 PM EDT

It creeped me out when the crickets started chirping and the street lights turned on. #TechTalkGA

In reply to @MmeBurgess, @lwilban

ClintWinter Aug 21 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A2: We have to prepare our students for jobs that do not yet https://t.co/wmwlJMzqzL reinforces and redefines good instruction. #TECHtalkGA

MmeBurgess - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:08 PM EDT

#TECHtalkGA A2: I always ask how they define good teaching and why they believe technology use eclipses that, then go from there

MmeBurgess - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:04 PM EDT

#TECHtalkGA Q2: What do you say when teachers complain about technology use eclipsing good teaching?

JDigitalLearn Aug 21 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A2 - A great teacher with concerns about technology is still a great teacher. #techtalkga

JustMewborn Aug 21 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A2: Technology will enhance teaching if the teacher is an effective anner and has experience in delivering good instruction #techtalkga

MmeBurgess - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:09 PM EDT

#TECHtalkGA Agreed, Chuck! At some point, we have to measure the effectiveness of what we call "good teaching" AND "technology integration"!

Chuck_Bell_ Aug 21 @ 9:05 PM EDT

How are we going to measure how effective we are with our integration of technology into teaching and learning processes? #techtalkga

JustMewborn Aug 21 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Planner #techtalkga

lwilban Aug 21 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A2: I agree with others - tech should make great teaching even better. Look at SAMR model - how are they using tech? #techtalkga

MmeBurgess - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:10 PM EDT

#TECHtalkGA Q3: How do you encourage teachers to use technology in a way that it doesn't block out student learning?

MmeBurgess - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Spot on, Ginny! The "right use"! #TECHtalkGA

GinnyMoy Aug 21 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A2: Don't know that we've had that problem. The right use of technology enhances good teaching. #TECHtalkGA

MmeBurgess - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Totally agree! #TECHtalkGA

In reply to @Donita_Hinckley

ClintWinter Aug 21 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Absolutely! AND are we using it effectively #TECHtalkGA

In reply to @lwilban

MmeBurgess - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Right! It's a tool, just like anything else you bring into the classroom! #TECHtalkGA

iamryanwhite Aug 21 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A2 Tech can't replace good teaching or have a tinder heart for students. Use it as a tool to support great instruction #TECHtalkGA

ClintWinter Aug 21 @ 9:11 PM EDT

@CAnneMcLeod welcome to #TECHtalkGA

JustMewborn Aug 21 @ 9:12 PM EDT

It is important to coach these teachers in effective planning of these lessons before they dive right in. #techtalkga

iamryanwhite Aug 21 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A3 Like my dad says : use the right tool for the job. Don't overly complicate a lesson & if it fails, do something different. #TECHtalkGA

Chuck_Bell_ Aug 21 @ 9:12 PM EDT

#techtalkga Must have lots of great modeling taking place from all levels of the school district.

lwilban Aug 21 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A3: Find out what students are and can be creating with tech. #techtalkga

MmeBurgess - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:13 PM EDT

#TECHtalkGA A3: I always ask teachers what they want students to achieve/show/do and then try to choose a tool that will maximize learning!

MmeBurgess - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:10 PM EDT

#TECHtalkGA Q3: How do you encourage teachers to use technology in a way that it doesn't block out student learning?

JDigitalLearn Aug 21 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A3: Use tech in a way that drives the learning, not a way that just goes along with it. Inquiry, creation. #techtalkga

JustMewborn Aug 21 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A3 Continued: just because a lesson used tech, doesnt mean that its effective. #techtalkga

itsleegreen Aug 21 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A3 Start with the goal in mind. Don't force it and make good things happen. #TECHtalkGA

GinnyMoy Aug 21 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A3: If you teach tech tool w/in the context it will be used, students would then use it to show what they wonder/learn/know. #TECHtalkGA

iamryanwhite Aug 21 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Start with the end in mind when looking for a tool. #TECHtalkGA

In reply to @MmeBurgess

edtechteach3 Aug 21 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A3 Learning needs to be student centered- not teacher driven. Tech should be a tool or medium for Ss creativity #techtalkGA

MmeBurgess - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:15 PM EDT

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT for #TECHtalkGA! We're halfway through & want to shine in a big way at #GAETC17! Join us F2F on Tues 11.7.17 7:30-?!

MmeBurgess - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Agreed! I've sat through plenty of BAD lessons filled with good tech used poorly! #TECHtalkGA

JustMewborn Aug 21 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A3 Continued: just because a lesson used tech, doesnt mean that its effective. #techtalkga

MmeBurgess - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:16 PM EDT

#TECHtalkGA Q4: How are teachers at your school using technology in a way to let student achievement shine?

MmeBurgess - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Yes! Think about the Ss first, not the teacher! Tech integration needs to focus on Ss learning goals, not Ts! #TECHtalkGA

edtechteach3 Aug 21 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A3 Learning needs to be student centered- not teacher driven. Tech should be a tool or medium for Ss creativity #techtalkGA

ClintWinter Aug 21 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A3: #techtalkga I think that it is important to balance the "wow" factor of technology with the actual implementation. Technology should

ClintWinter Aug 21 @ 9:17 PM EDT

promote innovation and creativity and teach the standards in a meaningful way #TECHtalkGA

CLoweryITS Aug 21 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A4: by allowing students to use their own voice. Cookie cutter projects have no place in a student-led classroom. #techtalkga

MmeBurgess - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:19 PM EDT

#TECHtalkGA #HashtagAssist :) Welcome, @tamatrotti

tamatrotti Aug 21 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Hi everyone, just joining late - Q2: Actually in my new school just the opposite - need ways to get them interested and using the tech.
In reply to @MmeBurgess

iamryanwhite Aug 21 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A4 Technology opens opportunities for students to express themselves that were previously inconceivable. #TECHtalkGA

lwilban Aug 21 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A4: more teachers are helping elem. students create their own websites to showcase their achievements and growth #TECHtalkGA

JustMewborn Aug 21 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A4: Students in the past at VCMS have used Kizoa, Nearpod and Powtoons to present genius hour topics. Ready for #flipgrid. #techtalkga

tamatrotti Aug 21 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Q3: #techtalkga by modeling for teachers. I want to show teachers specific things they can do with tech. so S can then show their learning.

In reply to @MmeBurgess

ClintWinter Aug 21 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A4: #techtalkga we are rolling out Chromebooks and Google Classroom for the first time here at @ElbertCoSchools!

MmeBurgess - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:21 PM EDT

#TECHtalkGA A4: #forsythpln, chime in! I see plenty of awesome things in CRs of @MrsBayerLSMS, @Pridg_LHS, @M_G_Wilson, @BrysonBridget, etc!

MmeBurgess - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:16 PM EDT

#TECHtalkGA Q4: How are teachers at your school using technology in a way to let student achievement shine?

ClintWinter Aug 21 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A4: Excited to see how are ss and teachers embrace collaboration and differentiation #TECHtalkGA

itsleegreen Aug 21 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A4 we have an AP Capstone course where teachers like @raedjones85 & @rlggrg are challenging kids to produce meaningful content. #TECHtalkGA

MmeBurgess - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Love @flipgrid! LMK if you need help intro-ing it! #TECHtalkGA #forsythpln

In reply to @JustMewborn, @Flipgrid

GinnyMoy Aug 21 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3: Google Classroom, Wixie, posting to ItsLearning, PicCollage, making QR codes of student work #TECHtalkGA

MmeBurgess - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:24 PM EDT

#TECHtalkGA Q5: What recommendations do you have for teachers trying to pinhole a lesson into a trendy tool?

MrsBayerLSMS Aug 21 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A4: encouraging students to collaborate and give one another feedback using G-Suite tools #TECHtalkGA

JDigitalLearn Aug 21 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A5 A nailgun is fun to use, but you don't need it to build a birdhouse. #techtalkga

MmeBurgess - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Oh! My former school just started AP Capstone! @lrobinson2564, good resources for you! #TECHtalkGA :)

In reply to @itsleegreen, @raedjones85, @rlggrg, @lrobinson2564

MrsBayerLSMS Aug 21 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A5: define learning Target 1st. Need a clear idea of what learners should be able to do. Only then can you choose tools to help #TECHtalkGA

lwilban Aug 21 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A5: Tech should support a lesson - tool should NOT be the driver and the focus #TECHtalkGA

ClintWinter Aug 21 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A5: What is your end goal? Does the tool support it #TECHtalkGA

iamryanwhite Aug 21 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A5 Will this tool engage students and improve student learning? If not, move on. #TECHtalkGA

Donita_Hinckley Aug 21 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A5: The lesson has to take precedence -use a tool only if it will enhance the lesson. #TechTalkGA

MmeBurgess - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Love this analogy from @JDigitalLearn ! Great way to show the point of tech as just another tool! #TECHtalkGA

JDigitalLearn Aug 21 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A5 A nailgun is fun to use, but you don't need it to build a birdhouse. #techtalkga

edtechteach3 Aug 21 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A5 Go for it!! If I have a T using a trendy tool... pinhole the heck out of it haha #techtalkGA

GinnyMoy Aug 21 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A5: Technology should make your job easier, not harder. Let me, or ITS, help you find the right tool! #TECHtalkGA

ClintWinter Aug 21 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A5: The tool should support the learning. The learning should not support the tool. #techtalkga

MmeBurgess - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Yep! Exactly!! #TECHtalkGA

lwilban Aug 21 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A5: Tech should support a lesson - tool should NOT be the driver and the focus #TECHtalkGA

CLoweryITS Aug 21 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A5 Like @tonyvincent said, don't marry a tool. 👀at the concept you want 2 teach and find a way 2 support. Not always the trendy. #techtalkga

JustMewborn Aug 21 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A5: I explain to teachers that the tech tool should fit the instruction they are delivering. #techtalkga

MmeBurgess - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:29 PM EDT

#TECHtalkGA Q6: Last question! How can we help teachers and students use technology through all the phases of the year?

MmeBurgess - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:29 PM EDT

So key! MSs have so much to offer, not just ITS! Find your goal, then choose right resources and tools! #TECHtalkGA

GinnyMoy Aug 21 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A5: Technology should make your job easier, not harder. Let me, or ITS, help you find the right tool! #TECHtalkGA

iamryanwhite Aug 21 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A6 For teachers: ensure that PL is given in meaningful, manageable, and applicable chunks. Don't waste their time. #TECHtalkGA

lwilban Aug 21 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A6: I plan on being much better about providing consistent and ongoing PD that directly supports needs in my school. #techtalkGA

ClintWinter Aug 21 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A6: #techtalkga by understanding that it's a race not a sprint.

JDigitalLearn Aug 21 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A6 Get in the classroom as much as possible, be as available as possible. Goal is to spend as little time as possible in office #techtalkga

ClintWinter Aug 21 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A6: Have supports for ts and ss to always have meaningful access to being able to learn WHY and HOW to use tech in the classroom #techtalkga

Lpstieve Aug 21 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Definitely missed the best #TECHtalkGA yet! 🙄Looking through tweets and comments lots of great information being shared and swapped. 👍💯

GinnyMoy Aug 21 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A6: Continue professional development trainings, share resources & ideas, and collaborate! #TECHtalkGA

JustMewborn Aug 21 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A6: Throughout the year it is inportant to give teachers creative ideas that are effective. This engages them.#techtalkga

itsleegreen Aug 21 @ 9:32 PM EDT

#TechTalkGA

In reply to @iamryanwhite

MmeBurgess - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:32 PM EDT

#TECHtalkGA A6: I think it's important to remember our goals for the entire year, not just what we thought was important over the summer!

MmeBurgess - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:29 PM EDT

#TECHtalkGA Q6: Last question! How can we help teachers and students use technology through all the phases of the year?

MrsBayerLSMS Aug 21 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A6: brainstorm, collaborate and share! model a growth mindset - for students and for teachers too #TECHtalkGA

ClintWinter Aug 21 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A6: also to let ts know that it is ok to screw up and fail with technology. If it doesn't go well do it again #embracethesuck #TECHtalkGA

ReeseCares Aug 21 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A1 Nadia here! Super late because I just learned about this chat. #eclipse today was BEAUTIFUL! Would've liked to see it solo. #TECHtalkGA

MmeBurgess - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Thanks for the great chat, #TECHtalkGA! Remember to plan to meet up F2F at #GAETC17 on Tu PM in the Marriott lobby, 7:30-?? Spread the word!

CLoweryITS Aug 21 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A6 Encourage and support them like they encourage and support their students. #techtalkga

MmeBurgess - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:34 PM EDT

#TECHtalkGA That's been my goal so far in new role: days spent not training at schools are to be spent at multiple schools with multiple Ts!

JDigitalLearn Aug 21 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A6 Get in the classroom as much as possible, be as available as possible. Goal is to spend as little time as possible in office #techtalkga

iamryanwhite Aug 21 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Thank you @MmeBurgess for moderating #TECHtalkGA! See you at #GAETC17

MmeBurgess - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Missed you but hope to see you next week for #TECHtalkGA

In reply to @Lpstieve

MmeBurgess - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:35 PM EDT

#TECHtalkGA Follow up! Have an idea or opinion? Let us know! https://t.co/n0S9WuQ755

JustMewborn Aug 21 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A6:Teachers will allreciate and want more tech coaching if they see that its effective. #TECHtalkGA

ReeseCares Aug 21 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A2 I understand their concern. Tech has often been prized as "the best thing", but often times Ts don't see the why. Seeing... #TECHtalkGA

MmeBurgess - Moderator Aug 21 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Welcome, even late, @ReeseCares! Please come back to join us next week at 9pm for #TECHtalkGA!

In reply to @ReeseCares, @ReeseCares

GinnyMoy Aug 21 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Thanks @MmeBurgess! #TECHtalkGA

ReeseCares Aug 21 @ 9:37 PM EDT

...the value of using diff tech readies Ts to use these intruments to enhance learning journey, not just for the sake of using #TECHtalkGA

ClintWinter Aug 21 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Thinking again to Q6: what would you Try with technology if you knew it was ok to fail #techtalkga?

ReeseCares Aug 21 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A3 There have to be oops for exploring, questioning, and discovery in learning. If using tech leverages these, great!! #TECHtalkGA

iamryanwhite Aug 21 @ 9:39 PM EDT

If you fall on your face, you're moving forward. We're getting in with Clever and definitely failing forward, but it'll be ok. #TECHtalkGA

In reply to @ClintWinter

ReeseCares Aug 21 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A4 Ss have opp 2 share artifacts of learning though @Seesaw. I see how proud of their work they are. They can't wait 2 share! #TECHtalkGA

ReeseCares Aug 21 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A5 There are so many tech tools out there. Don't eat the elephant at once. Take small bites to see what works for your Ss #TECHtalkGA

ReeseCares Aug 21 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A6 Let Ts play! We know our Ss have to create/play to learn. Let Ts play with tech to see what hey discover and love/dislike. #TECHtalkGA

ClintWinter Aug 21 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Thanks everyone. I hope you all had a wonderful totaled eclipse. #techtalkga

Lpstieve Aug 21 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A6 #techtalkGA this great motivation

JustMewborn Aug 21 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Absolutely. Take a calculated risk. #techtalkga

ClintWinter Aug 21 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A6: also to let ts know that it is ok to screw up and fail with technology. If it doesn't go well do it again #embracethesuck #TECHtalkGA