#RuralEdChat Archive

#RuralEdChat is a chat that focuses on the needs of the rural educator. This chat has been revised by Tammy Neil (@MathNeil), John Martin (@edventures) and Natalee Stotz (@nataleestotz).

Tuesday August 29, 2017
8:30 PM EDT

participatechat Aug 29 @ 8:30 PM EDT

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TG_Neil - Moderator Aug 29 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Good evening, #RuralEdChat How are you doing tonight?
TG_Neil - Moderator Aug 29 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Tonight we are talking about Technology in the Rural school. #ruraledchat
librogirl Aug 29 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Hello @TG_Neil #ruraledchat just happened to be on when I saw this. New to ruraledchat!
TG_Neil - Moderator Aug 29 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Of course the beginning of #ruraledchat about tech and my internet goes out. Still blessed.
TG_Neil - Moderator Aug 29 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Welcome to the conversation. #RuralEdChat
In reply to @librogirl
TG_Neil - Moderator Aug 29 @ 8:39 PM EDT

Here comes the first question. #RuralEdChat
TG_Neil - Moderator Aug 29 @ 8:40 PM EDT

** Q1 ** What is your biggest issue with tech? #RuralEdChat
CaseyJ_edu Aug 29 @ 8:41 PM EDT

There isnt the money for it! #ruraledchat
In reply to @TG_Neil
TG_Neil - Moderator Aug 29 @ 8:43 PM EDT

What can we do to solve that issue? #RuralEdChat
In reply to @CaseyJ_edu
librogirl Aug 29 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A1 #RuralEdChat Plenty of devices in our district, not enough knowledge. One ITF (me) among many schools.
massignmenthelp Aug 29 @ 8:45 PM EDT

The SAMR Model: Effective Technology Integration in Classrooms https://t.co/FKXZPYFim7 #NJed #RuralEdChat #techcoachbookclub
AssignmentHelpN Aug 29 @ 8:45 PM EDT

The SAMR Model: Effective Technology Integration in Classrooms https://t.co/N8NF3byMeG #NJed #RuralEdChat #techcoachbookclub
TG_Neil - Moderator Aug 29 @ 8:45 PM EDT

That is a common problem. How can we solve it? #RuralEdchat
In reply to @librogirl
librogirl Aug 29 @ 8:46 PM EDT

We can solve this issue, by spreading the wealth. Growing "willing" teahcer tech leaders. #RuralEdChat
TG_Neil - Moderator Aug 29 @ 8:47 PM EDT

** Q2 ** How can we insure that the tech we have at school is usable at home? #RuralEdChat
TG_Neil - Moderator Aug 29 @ 8:48 PM EDT

I love growing from within the system. So many opportunities for teachers to become recognized leaders. #RuralEdChat
In reply to @librogirl
mrterborg Aug 29 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Student leaders too. Several schools have Techspert programs @lieberrian (Mike, MD, El LMS crashing from an urban district) #ruraledchat
In reply to @librogirl, @lieberrian
librogirl Aug 29 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A2 #RuralEdChat I think we need to involve more community partners to help w/ funding for equity of access. One thought anyway.
TG_Neil - Moderator Aug 29 @ 8:50 PM EDT

** Q3 ** How do you adjust assignments to account for Ss without internet access at home? #RuralEdChat
jschwartzcen Aug 29 @ 8:51 PM EDT

#RuralEdChat A2 Hi John from Manitoba Canada. We need to work with companies that provide internet in our areas bc often it is lacking .
librogirl Aug 29 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Q3 #RuralEdChat We have taught students to use Offline sync with Google Apps. Also, HS is open to students fairly late.
jschwartzcen Aug 29 @ 8:55 PM EDT

#RuralEdChat A3: I try to give them time in class, at recess and suggest using public library in our area for internet.
TG_Neil - Moderator Aug 29 @ 8:56 PM EDT

** Q4 ** How do you respond to parents/guardians that refuse to let their children "check out" tech for home use? #RuralEdChat
mrterborg Aug 29 @ 8:57 PM EDT

Can use school or public library or internet on buses /some library will check out hotspots #ruraledchat
In reply to @TG_Neil
mrterborg Aug 29 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Budget. Admin buy in from an integration perspective. (Takes time for Ss and Ts to learn how to integrate right. #ruraledchat
In reply to @TG_Neil
librogirl Aug 29 @ 8:59 PM EDT

A4 #RuralEdChat Parent nights so that they can see what students are creating and how they are learning.
mrterborg Aug 29 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Give tech/no tech options, As well as additional class time to complete projects. Extend deadlines. #ruraledchat
In reply to @TG_Neil
mrterborg Aug 29 @ 9:01 PM EDT

A4. What are concerns? Monetary, responsibility, screen time, "evil internet"?#ruraledchat
In reply to @TG_Neil
TG_Neil - Moderator Aug 29 @ 9:01 PM EDT

** Q5 ** How do you respond to the complaint that there's just too much learn to stay ahead of the tech curve? #RuralEdChat
TG_Neil - Moderator Aug 29 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Sometimes it is all of those things all at once. #RuralEdChat
In reply to @mrterborg
librogirl Aug 29 @ 9:04 PM EDT

A5 #RuralEdChat As an ITF, I look for ways to save them time for Ts. Introduce them to #hyperdocs. They will want to use the tech.
mrterborg Aug 29 @ 9:04 PM EDT

A5. Don't. Really. Focus on pedagogy, Treat tech like a fountain pen, #2 pencil, manual typewriter. Tools. Figure out why. #ruraledchat
In reply to @TG_Neil
mrterborg Aug 29 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Planning on doing that this year. Looking forward to it. #ruraledchat
In reply to @librogirl
TG_Neil - Moderator Aug 29 @ 9:08 PM EDT

** Q6 ** How has tech changed rural education? #RuralEdChat
librogirl Aug 29 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A6 #RuralEdChat It's more than just Ss learning to use tech. The community is affected: partnerships, skilled workforce, communication.
librogirl Aug 29 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A6 #RuralEdChat Also, exposing Ss and Ts to what was once impossible: VR, G Suite Collaborative tools, research at your fingertips.
TG_Neil - Moderator Aug 29 @ 9:12 PM EDT

** Q7 ** What new (new to you) tech are you adding to your tool box this year? #RuralEdChat
TG_Neil - Moderator Aug 29 @ 9:12 PM EDT
Q7b: What's the purpose for it? #RuralEdChat
- TG_Neil - Moderator Aug 29 @ 9:12 PM EDT
  
  ** Q7 ** What new (new to you) tech are you adding to your tool box this year? #RuralEdChat
mtartaro Aug 29 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Hello first time here. Really late! Marc here. I'm a Technology Integration Specialist #RuralEdChat
mtartaro Aug 29 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A7 - @flipgrid !!! #RuralEdChat
TG_Neil - Moderator Aug 29 @ 9:14 PM EDT

That's okay, Marc. I suspect many are focused on other issues tonight. Glad you made it. #RuralEdChat
In reply to @mtartaro
mrterborg Aug 29 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Access to things outside of one stoplight / stop sign towns. *Note, I enjoyed my summer long stay in northern North Dakota. #ruraledchat
In reply to @TG_Neil
TG_Neil - Moderator Aug 29 @ 9:17 PM EDT

What are you going to use it for? #RuralEdChat
In reply to @mtartaro, @Flipgrid
librogirl Aug 29 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A7 #RuralEdChat Flipgrid, Deck Toys.
librogirl Aug 29 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A7 #RuralEdChat @Flipgrid for data and assessment options. Deck toys for lesson creation
TG_Neil - Moderator Aug 29 @ 9:20 PM EDT

As we wrap up #RuralEdChat tonight, I want to thank those of you that joined in. It's been a little quiet lately.
librogirl Aug 29 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Thanks for hosting @TG_Neil #RuralEdChat
TG_Neil - Moderator Aug 29 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Please join us next week for #RuralEdChat 8:30 pm edt.
robinhosemann - Moderator Aug 29 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Had to miss #RuralEdChat Thank you to the new visitors who joined the conversation tonight and to @TG_Neil for moderating!