#wemtachat Archive

School library and technology professionals lead, teach, and support the goals of their school and district in a variety of ways through their professional practice, programs, and spaces. Join the #wemtachat 2016-2017 Twitter chats to collaborate with other library and technology professionals around the world!
Tuesday November 15, 2016
9:00 PM EST
  • WEMTAOnline - Moderator Nov 15 @ 9:00 PM EST
    Welcome to #WEMTAchat! Please introduce yourself!
  • WEMTAOnline - Moderator Nov 15 @ 9:01 PM EST
    Tonight's #WEMTAchat focuses on data and privacy! Here is a blurb from Future Ready to help you understand why it's important!
  • WEMTAOnline - Moderator Nov 15 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Tonight's #WEMTAchat will be co-facilitated by Diane Doersch from Green Bay SD. She is willing to take questions - just tweet @DoerDi!
  • WEMTAOnline - Moderator Nov 15 @ 9:03 PM EST
    It's time for #WEMTAchat Question 1! Remember to put A1 and #wemtachat in your response!
  • MsSchoolLibrary Nov 15 @ 9:03 PM EST
    I'm here! Maegan Heindel, elementary librarian from Madison! #wemtachat
  • pageintraining Nov 15 @ 9:03 PM EST
    I'm a school librarian in southcentral Wisconsin #wemtachat
  • ElizRussell7824 Nov 15 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Elizabeth Russell, Library Media Specialist, joining in. #wemtachat
  • DoerDi Nov 15 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Hello Maegan, glad to see you at #wemtachat!
  • DoerDi Nov 15 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Good to see @ElizRussell7 at #wemtachat
  • pageintraining Nov 15 @ 9:05 PM EST
    A1: My 5th grade students did a self-assessment on their level of comfort using the library independently - use this for planning #wemtachat
  • pageintraining Nov 15 @ 9:06 PM EST
    A1: I use Google Classroom to keep track of student library skills - searching items on Destiny, finding them in library. #wemtachat
  • MsSchoolLibrary Nov 15 @ 9:06 PM EST
    A1: I use data from student pre- and post-tests on research skills that support classroom learning. Also informs my SLO. #wemtachat
  • DoerDi Nov 15 @ 9:06 PM EST
    This is a great idea Sarah. Way to get kids reading for enjoyment. #wemtachat What did they do after they assessed?
    In reply to @pageintraining
  • DoerDi Nov 15 @ 9:07 PM EST
    It’s always good to see that your students have made gains through pre/post testing. #wemtachat
    In reply to @MsSchoolLibrary
  • tweets2jen Nov 15 @ 9:08 PM EST
    Checking in for #WEMTAchat! Jen - LMS - West De Pere!
  • pageintraining Nov 15 @ 9:08 PM EST
    . @DoerDi I shared the trends in newsletter to teachers. Kids learned new ways to use our library catalog #wemtachat Will repeat assessment
    In reply to @DoerDi
  • DoerDi Nov 15 @ 9:09 PM EST
    Classroom is a great way to work with class. Sounds like you are getting Ss off to the right start in the library #wemtachat
    In reply to @pageintraining
  • pageintraining Nov 15 @ 9:09 PM EST
    I also use the data I collect on library/research skills on my SLO #wemtachat
    In reply to @MsSchoolLibrary
  • DoerDi Nov 15 @ 9:10 PM EST
    Wow! This information can definitely inform other teachers. Good idea. Sounds like you’ll post test too! #wemtachat
    In reply to @pageintraining
  • DoerDi Nov 15 @ 9:10 PM EST
    Hey Jen, here we are at #wemtachat. Thanks for organizing!
  • BenvengaJoe Nov 15 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1 Currently I use the data collected to assess where Ss are per standards. Gear my screencasts & lesson to incorporate tar. area #WEMTAchat
  • DoerDi Nov 15 @ 9:11 PM EST
    @pageintraining What do you do when the data shows students haven’t acquired the skills yet? #wemtachat
    In reply to @pageintraining
    • pageintraining Nov 15 @ 9:09 PM EST
      I also use the data I collect on library/research skills on my SLO #wemtachat
      In reply to @MsSchoolLibrary
  • MsSchoolLibrary Nov 15 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1: I use data from circ, LMC website, st work, etc to develop annual report to advocate for my library program. #wemtachat
  • tweets2jen Nov 15 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1: We use BrightBytes data to shape our PD for the year. #wemtachat
  • DoerDi Nov 15 @ 9:12 PM EST
    Joe, welcome to #wemtachat. I like the way you’re willing to go where the data takes you #wemtachat
    In reply to @BenvengaJoe
  • pageintraining Nov 15 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1: My school has a Climate PLC. Data informs our celebrations & reteachings. Helps shape resources to share w/ school & families #wemtachat
  • MsSchoolLibrary Nov 15 @ 9:13 PM EST
    I use formative assessment regularly between pre- and post-test to guide my next instructional steps. #wemtachat
    In reply to @DoerDi, @pageintraining
  • ElizRussell7824 Nov 15 @ 9:13 PM EST
    Q1 I use data to help support students & teachers when it comes to student reading levels. #wemtachat
  • pageintraining Nov 15 @ 9:13 PM EST
    I try to make small groups to finish an activity correctly. Sometimes a lesson gets redone #wemtachat
    In reply to @DoerDi
  • DoerDi Nov 15 @ 9:14 PM EST
    BrightBytes is informative. How did you prioritize? #wemtachat
  • DoerDi Nov 15 @ 9:15 PM EST
    I like the way you’re willing to go where the data takes you. Bravo! #wemtachat
    In reply to @pageintraining
  • pageintraining Nov 15 @ 9:15 PM EST
    Is BryteBytes a subscription resource? I heard it mentioned today but am unfamiliar #wemtachat
    In reply to @tweets2jen
  • WEMTAOnline - Moderator Nov 15 @ 9:16 PM EST
    It's time for Question 2! Remember to put A2 and #wemtachat in your response!
  • DoerDi Nov 15 @ 9:16 PM EST
    What’s your favorite formative assessment tool? #wemtachat
    In reply to @MsSchoolLibrary, @pageintraining
  • angelajoyolson Nov 15 @ 9:17 PM EST
    I'm here! K-12 library media specialist- Southern Door County #wemtachat
  • DoerDi Nov 15 @ 9:17 PM EST
    I’m interested in your answers all! Nobody wants to be the AUP police! #wemtachat
  • DoerDi Nov 15 @ 9:18 PM EST
    Sometimes they just need to see what “welcoming” looks like. #wemtachat
    In reply to @pageintraining
  • DoerDi Nov 15 @ 9:20 PM EST
    Our teachers really like how SeeSaw helps students reflect upon their work. #wemtachat
    In reply to @pageintraining, @MsSchoolLibrary
  • MsSchoolLibrary Nov 15 @ 9:20 PM EST
    Just learned about Recap for student responses via video. Excited to try it to differentiate assessment! #wemtachat
    In reply to @DoerDi, @pageintraining
  • ElizRussell7824 Nov 15 @ 9:20 PM EST
    Q2 Students & families sign the waiver at the start of the school year. School staff is available to families for help if needed. #wemtachat
  • angelajoyolson Nov 15 @ 9:21 PM EST
    A1: We just started using the BrightBytes survey results to guide us in professional development plans!#wemtachat
  • MsSchoolLibrary Nov 15 @ 9:21 PM EST
    A2: Developing student-friendly common language around tech expectations to be taught in library and classrooms. #wemtachat
  • DoerDi Nov 15 @ 9:21 PM EST
    This is a popular one2. I haven’t read the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy on that one yet. #wemtachat
    In reply to @MsSchoolLibrary, @pageintraining
    • MsSchoolLibrary Nov 15 @ 9:20 PM EST
      Just learned about Recap for student responses via video. Excited to try it to differentiate assessment! #wemtachat
      In reply to @DoerDi, @pageintraining
  • DoerDi Nov 15 @ 9:23 PM EST
    @tweets2jen I have always gone by the philosophy start small and be GOOD! #wemtachat
    In reply to @tweets2jen
    • tweets2jen Nov 15 @ 9:21 PM EST
      We took the 3 weakest areas and started there. It's nice to focus on a few things instead of many!
      In reply to @DoerDi
  • BenvengaJoe Nov 15 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A2 Ss in my class collectively make a Tos which usually reflects district policy. Then a day on netiquette. We can improve tho. #WEMTAchat
  • pageintraining Nov 15 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A2: Have kid friendly Digital Contract that tech integrator & I go to classrooms w/ at start of year for intros. Parents get too #wemtachat
  • MsSchoolLibrary Nov 15 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A2: Teaching students explicitly about checking Privacy Policies/Terms of Service on sites they use for the 1st time this year. #wemtachat
  • DoerDi Nov 15 @ 9:24 PM EST
    @BenvengaJoe I like the way you give your class ownership in the authoring of Terms of Service. #wemtachat
    In reply to @BenvengaJoe
    • BenvengaJoe Nov 15 @ 9:23 PM EST
      A2 Ss in my class collectively make a Tos which usually reflects district policy. Then a day on netiquette. We can improve tho. #WEMTAchat
  • pageintraining Nov 15 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A2: When teachers discover new sites to use we work on adding them to district COPPA information site for parents #wemtachat
  • DoerDi Nov 15 @ 9:25 PM EST
    Sarah, what does your COPPA information site include for parents? Sounds like a good idea #wemtachat
    In reply to @pageintraining
  • MsSchoolLibrary Nov 15 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A2: Send info to families monthly on supporting responsible tech use at home. #wemtachat
  • DoerDi Nov 15 @ 9:26 PM EST
    This is a really good skill for students to have @MsSchoolLibrary They need to learn how to keep their info safe #wemtachat
    • MsSchoolLibrary Nov 15 @ 9:24 PM EST
      A2: Teaching students explicitly about checking Privacy Policies/Terms of Service on sites they use for the 1st time this year. #wemtachat
  • BenvengaJoe Nov 15 @ 9:27 PM EST
    Ty and it works well to start however I still need to find a way to improve so it has a long term effect. #wemtachat
    In reply to @DoerDi
  • DoerDi Nov 15 @ 9:28 PM EST
    I like this idea too! Parents need to know and understand responsible use so it can be enforced at home too. #wemtachat @MsSchoolLibrary
  • pageintraining Nov 15 @ 9:28 PM EST
    Definition of personal identifying information, contact info if they don't want students using the sites, terms of use...#wemtachat
    In reply to @DoerDi
  • pageintraining Nov 15 @ 9:28 PM EST
    This is our COPPA information page for families https://t.co/nV3CS78pbb #wemtachat
  • DoerDi Nov 15 @ 9:29 PM EST
    In the past I’ve had kids create little videos about a rule showing the don’ts and do’s. They liked to make them #wemtachat
    In reply to @BenvengaJoe
  • MsSchoolLibrary Nov 15 @ 9:29 PM EST
    What do you think are the most important things to look for when evaluating the Privacy Policy of a new tool for st use? #wemtachat
    In reply to @DoerDi
  • DoerDi Nov 15 @ 9:30 PM EST
    These are all great things for Ts and Ss to be aware of. The PII definition is key vs. directory data #wemtachat
    In reply to @pageintraining
  • WEMTAOnline - Moderator Nov 15 @ 9:31 PM EST
    It's time for Question 3! Remember to put A3 and #wemtachat in your response!
  • tweets2jen Nov 15 @ 9:31 PM EST
    The amazing @DoerDi is facilitating questions about data/privacy during #WEMTAchat tonight! Ask away! She is a wealth of knowledge!
    In reply to @DoerDi
  • DoerDi Nov 15 @ 9:32 PM EST
    I use Privacy Assistance Center’s model Terms as my initial screener https://t.co/1JT6P71gPo #wemtachat PTAC has loads of great resources
    • MsSchoolLibrary Nov 15 @ 9:29 PM EST
      What do you think are the most important things to look for when evaluating the Privacy Policy of a new tool for st use? #wemtachat
      In reply to @DoerDi
  • tweets2jen Nov 15 @ 9:32 PM EST
    A3: It's important to have a Digital Citizenship curriculum in your district. Hard to get everyone to buy-in to it's importance. #WEMTAchat
  • DoerDi Nov 15 @ 9:33 PM EST
    Yes AND content standards covered. When they teach something they’re learning something too! #wemtachat
    • BenvengaJoe Nov 15 @ 9:31 PM EST
      that's a great idea! Could fit that in a 90 min period and still cover content standards needed.
      In reply to @DoerDi
  • pageintraining Nov 15 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A3: We include digital citizenship in guidance class, library class & try to integrate across curriculum #wemtachat
  • DoerDi Nov 15 @ 9:34 PM EST
    @tweets2jen What do you use as compelling reasons as to why Ts need to pay attention to it? #wemtachat
    In reply to @tweets2jen
    • tweets2jen Nov 15 @ 9:32 PM EST
      A3: It's important to have a Digital Citizenship curriculum in your district. Hard to get everyone to buy-in to it's importance. #WEMTAchat
  • MsSchoolLibrary Nov 15 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A3: Lessons in every grade level about what info should be private, what to do when website or individual asks for private info. #wemtachat
  • pageintraining Nov 15 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A3: The past two years, we've had a district wide Digital Citizenship week w/ daily newsletters home K-12 #wemtachat
  • DoerDi Nov 15 @ 9:36 PM EST
    #wemtachat Do you handle that through library or integrated into content? #wemtachat
    In reply to @MsSchoolLibrary
  • pageintraining Nov 15 @ 9:36 PM EST
    A3: I like using the Digital Citizenship Survival Toolkit with my 5th grade students https://t.co/ARzkvCxX93 #wemtachat
  • ElizRussell7824 Nov 15 @ 9:36 PM EST
    Q3 We review A number of Internet Safety activities to help students become good digital citizens. #WEMTAchat
  • DoerDi Nov 15 @ 9:37 PM EST
    @pageintraining This is a good idea. Do all classes participate? #wemtachat
    In reply to @pageintraining
    • pageintraining Nov 15 @ 9:35 PM EST
      A3: The past two years, we've had a district wide Digital Citizenship week w/ daily newsletters home K-12 #wemtachat
  • pageintraining Nov 15 @ 9:38 PM EST
    We've had kids sign pledges during lunch. Information goes home in school weekly email blast ahead of time #wemtachat
    In reply to @DoerDi
  • tweets2jen Nov 15 @ 9:38 PM EST
    I encourage them 2 look @ what horrible mistakes adults are making online? HAHA! I think, like always, it's a time thing. #wemtachat
    In reply to @DoerDi
  • DoerDi Nov 15 @ 9:39 PM EST
    Boy oh boy, this could be a very humorous lesson! #wemtachat
    In reply to @tweets2jen
  • BenvengaJoe Nov 15 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A3: Use Dig. Citizenship from #hyperdoc & then Ss google themselves to see what they find. 2nd half they look at Snapchat/FB/etc. #wemtachat
  • tweets2jen Nov 15 @ 9:41 PM EST
    So many wonderful examples in the last month of life... LOL :) #wemtachat
    In reply to @DoerDi
  • DoerDi Nov 15 @ 9:41 PM EST
    @benvengaJo Ahh, the digital footprint lesson. This is a good lesson for ALL, including adults! #wemtachat
    • BenvengaJoe Nov 15 @ 9:39 PM EST
      A3: Use Dig. Citizenship from #hyperdoc & then Ss google themselves to see what they find. 2nd half they look at Snapchat/FB/etc. #wemtachat
  • DoerDi Nov 15 @ 9:42 PM EST
    Well, new first lady will be addressing this via her platform, right? #wemtachat
    In reply to @tweets2jen
  • tweets2jen Nov 15 @ 9:42 PM EST
    In all seriousness, great to use tools that allow kids to "practice" real social media feeling. Love Seesaw for this. #wemtachat
    In reply to @DoerDi
  • ElizRussell7824 Nov 15 @ 9:43 PM EST
    Q3 @CommonSense is a great resource for digital citizenship activities! #WEMTAchat
    In reply to @CommonSense
  • DoerDi Nov 15 @ 9:43 PM EST
    @tweets2jen Who better to share their work with then their parents/guardians #wemtachat
    In reply to @tweets2jen
    • tweets2jen Nov 15 @ 9:42 PM EST
      In all seriousness, great to use tools that allow kids to "practice" real social media feeling. Love Seesaw for this. #wemtachat
      In reply to @DoerDi
  • pageintraining Nov 15 @ 9:44 PM EST
    I used to use Edmodo for this same thing #wemtachat
    In reply to @tweets2jen, @DoerDi
  • DoerDi Nov 15 @ 9:44 PM EST
    @elizrussell7 YES! And they have ratings on media resources too. #wemtachat
  • tweets2jen Nov 15 @ 9:44 PM EST
    & even deeper-need to help kids understand the algorithms that are shaping their online views. So crazy. Often forgotten #wemtachat
    In reply to @DoerDi
  • WEMTAOnline - Moderator Nov 15 @ 9:45 PM EST
    It's time for Question 4! Remember to put A4 and #wemtachat in your response!
  • MsSchoolLibrary Nov 15 @ 9:45 PM EST
    I love this too! I created mini-lessons for the classroom that complement each CSM lesson I teach in LMC. #wemtachat
    In reply to @ElizRussell7824
  • tweets2jen Nov 15 @ 9:45 PM EST
    Yes! We use their curriculum in WDP. #wemtachat
    In reply to @ElizRussell7824, @CommonSense
  • DoerDi Nov 15 @ 9:46 PM EST
    @benvengaJoe As a side note, the’ve got a really good terms of service and privacy policy. #wemtachat
    In reply to @BenvengaJoe
    • BenvengaJoe Nov 15 @ 9:44 PM EST
      I'm behind on @Seesaw and trying to catch up as I hear so many good things! Just need time to see how I can implement.
      In reply to @tweets2jen, @DoerDi, @Seesaw
  • BenvengaJoe Nov 15 @ 9:46 PM EST
    Thanks @ElizRussell7824 That's good to know. I never thought to look there. Will def look into it. @CommonSense #WEMTAchat
    In reply to @ElizRussell7824, @CommonSense
  • DoerDi Nov 15 @ 9:47 PM EST
    You’ll like the resources! #wemtachat
    In reply to @BenvengaJoe, @ElizRussell7824, @CommonSense
  • tweets2jen Nov 15 @ 9:48 PM EST
    Yes they do! Another thing I love about @Seesaw! #wemtachat
    In reply to @DoerDi, @Seesaw
  • MsSchoolLibrary Nov 15 @ 9:49 PM EST
    Initial lesson in library, then classroom teachers support. Plagiarism, web eval, etc are taught in context of research. #wemtachat
    In reply to @DoerDi
  • BenvengaJoe Nov 15 @ 9:49 PM EST
    I did watch the webinar today. My wife laughed when she heard how many hours of avail. vids there are #wemtachat
    In reply to @Seesaw, @tweets2jen, @DoerDi
  • DoerDi Nov 15 @ 9:50 PM EST
    So many important concepts to cover. Thanks for taking the time to start S out right! #wemtachat
    In reply to @MsSchoolLibrary
  • pageintraining Nov 15 @ 9:50 PM EST
    If your district has Brainpop, it has some great Digital Citizenship movies & activites https://t.co/JhvBy1Ca2Z #wemtachat
  • tweets2jen Nov 15 @ 9:51 PM EST
    HAHAHA....yah you can certainly get lost in there. Good Xmas vacation activity? LOL :) #wemtachat
    In reply to @BenvengaJoe, @Seesaw, @DoerDi
  • ElizRussell7824 Nov 15 @ 9:52 PM EST
    Q4 @ConnectSafely is a great resource to help protect student data & security! #wemtachat
    In reply to @ConnectSafely
  • DoerDi Nov 15 @ 9:53 PM EST
    @ElizRussell7824 That’s a new one to me. I will have to check that one out. Thanks for the tip #wemtachat
    In reply to @ElizRussell7824
  • DoerDi Nov 15 @ 9:57 PM EST
    #wemtachat we have about 4 minutes left. Anything I can help you with regarding student data privacy/security?
  • pageintraining Nov 15 @ 9:58 PM EST
    What do you recommend in terms of student data privacy with Google Add-Ons, Extensions, etc? #wemtachat
  • WEMTAOnline - Moderator Nov 15 @ 9:59 PM EST
    Thank you for joining us for #WEMTAchat tonight! Thanks again, @DoerDi for co-facilitating! Please join us on Jan. 17th for our next one!
  • DoerDi Nov 15 @ 9:59 PM EST
    In Green Bay we put the add-ons/extensions in the same boat as any other app. Do you have single sign on? #wemtachat
    In reply to @pageintraining
  • tweets2jen Nov 15 @ 9:59 PM EST
    We were "trending" tonight! #wemtachat How fun! :)