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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Welcome to the #MakeItReal EDU-DRAFT! Thanks for joining us!

participatechat Apr 26 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Participate in the upcoming #makeitreal by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/yMwKnN1Bl2

JulieNolanKing Apr 26 @ 9:30 PM EDT

#makeitreal Thanks for sharing @goformative #kidsarenotjustscores

goformative Apr 26 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Here's a great reminder during testing season! TY: @sylviaduckworth #formativechat #stuvoice

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:31 PM EDT

I'm Denis, founder of #MakeItReal where we chat about making relevant learning experiences every day! My NFL Team...the @ChicagoBears

breanneg2011 Apr 26 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Breanne, 7th Grade Math teacher hopping on from KY. Ready for tonight's #makeitreal chat!

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Hi Breanne! Thanks for joining #MakeItReal tonight! How's KY?

In reply to @breanneg2011

WPMadden Apr 26 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Bill from PA. 6th gr math, sci, & ss T. Spent time as interim principal this year, too. Just got 3D printer today. Go steelers #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:33 PM EDT

HI Bill! thanks for coming back to #MakeItReal this week! Have fun with that printer!

In reply to @WPMadden

SteinbrinkLaura Apr 26 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Laura, HS Eng from soggy MO, born in Texas and properly raised to be a @dallascowboys fan! #MakeITReal

WPMadden Apr 26 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Any ideas who the QB is going to be next year? #makeitreal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ, @ChicagoBears

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:34 PM EDT

I'm announcing this month's Instant Relevance Book Giveaway Winner later in the chat! Did you win? We'll see!!! #MakeItReal

RadfordAmy Apr 26 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Amy from TN. 7th grade ELA teacher. Not much of a NFL fan. #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:34 PM EDT

LOts of history with that franchise! Can't go wrong with America's team! Thanks for coming to #MakeItReal

In reply to @SteinbrinkLaura, @dallascowboys

ChouinardJahant Apr 26 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Good evening Denis @MathDenisNJ #MakeItReal A fine evening to you. This is Melissa from Katy TX

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Nope! I've learned not to anticipate anything they do anymore. I'm never right :) #MakeItReal

In reply to @WPMadden, @ChicagoBears

spiraledu Apr 26 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Excited to #makeitreal Sue, 3rd grade in Alaska & lifelong SEAHAWKS fan!

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Hi Amy! Thanks for coming to #MakeItReal No Fanhood necessary to participate :)

In reply to @RadfordAmy

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Hi Melissa! Coming out to TCEA in San Angelo in July! #MakeItReal

In reply to @ChouinardJahant

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Question 1 is about to Kick Off in 1 Minute! #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Hi! Thanks for coming over to #MakeItReal tonight

In reply to @spiraledu

sandra_bays Apr 26 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Hi! Sandra Bay 1st grade Elon,NC #makeitreal

Vaughn_trapped Apr 26 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Sara here from NC. Not a fan of the NFL. I'm a big 10 gal all the way. I teach maths. #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Hi1 Great to see you again #MakeItReal

In reply to @sandra_bays

bmilla84 Apr 26 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Brandi- 1st Grade Teacher from FL! #makeitreal No NFL alliance but huge FL GATORS fan! 🐊SEC🏈!

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Q1: ROUND 1 You’re planning a lesson & are stuck! Who/What is your #1 Draft Choice to go to when you need a lesson kickstart? #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Welcome! Any Big 10ers you're watching go into the daft tomorrow #MakeItReal

In reply to @Vaughn_trapped

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Hi Brandi! Thanks for coming to #MakeItReal tonight

In reply to @bmilla84

SteinbrinkLaura Apr 26 @ 9:37 PM EDT

My 10 year old son is a @steelers fan, if that helps.#MakeItReal

In reply to @WPMadden, @MathDenisNJ, @dallascowboys, @steelers

sandra_bays Apr 26 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Giants fan all the way! #makeitreal

sdtitmas Apr 26 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Scott from NJ. I'm unfortunately a NY Jets season ticket holder #makeitreal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

Vaughn_trapped Apr 26 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Nope. Too busy finishing my PAEMST submission. #MakeItReal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

ItsMrsPenrod Apr 26 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Krista from WI teaching 8th grade Lit/Lang 💚💛💚 #GoPackGo #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Welcome to the #MakeItReal EDU-DRAFT! Thanks for joining us!

mr_hayes Apr 26 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Eric, Sped/Math T, from Brazil. Not into the NFL, but I appreciate the Super Bowl. #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Wow! You went all out and spent $40 for season tix to the jets! Good for you :) #MakeItReal

In reply to @sdtitmas

RIsaacRivas Apr 26 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Hey y'all! Isaac from New Mexico. Grade 5 T/Admin Intern! Jumping in late. #MakeItReal

ChouinardJahant Apr 26 @ 9:38 PM EDT

#makeitreal 1st @triciafreyes love to bounce ideas with her, 2nd my students, we plan a lot of lessons as a class- hits purpose, interest

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Q1: ROUND 1 You’re planning a lesson & are stuck! Who/What is your #1 Draft Choice to go to when you need a lesson kickstart? #makeitreal

sandra_bays Apr 26 @ 9:38 PM EDT

My amazing first grade team and @participate for awesome ideas! #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Q1: ROUND 1 You’re planning a lesson & are stuck! Who/What is your #1 Draft Choice to go to when you need a lesson kickstart? #makeitreal

sdtitmas Apr 26 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A1 Twitter hashtags are my go to #1 draft choice. Somebody ALWAYS has a good idea to help me out. #MakeItReal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

spiraledu Apr 26 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Have to recruit some more people for #superbowlsnaps next year! #makeitreal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Ooh! Tough NFC North fight in the house! But it's likely you'll win :) #MakeItReal

In reply to @ItsMrsPenrod

Vaughn_trapped Apr 26 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A1 #MakeItReal My number 1 is definitely Desmos.

breanneg2011 Apr 26 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A1 If I'm stuck lesson-planning, I will trot to Twitter and look for some inspiration & ideas. Anything can be modified to fit! #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Welcome to #MakeItReal

In reply to @mr_hayes

ChouinardJahant Apr 26 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A1 #MakeItReal I have loved sharing ideas with my students- they are great w/feedback & I shape a lot of lessons based on that. I ask them?

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Awesome! It's not often that Ts reach out to Ss for new ideas and inspiration...but they should! #MakeItReal

In reply to @ChouinardJahant, @triciafreyes

WPMadden Apr 26 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A1: @jmattmiller his ideas translate to any subject to make a meaningful engaging lesson for Ss #makeitreal

RadfordAmy Apr 26 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A1. My go-to for new ideas is @TpTdotcom. So many good ideas from it and free1 #MakeItReal

RIsaacRivas Apr 26 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A1: My 5th Grade partner in crime is a great resource, and I ask the kids. They're quite innovative themselves! #MakeItReal

SteinbrinkLaura Apr 26 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A1 ROUND 1: #tlap and #MakeItReal are usually drafted in the first round, but I might consider a BookSnaps trade.

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Q1: ROUND 1 You’re planning a lesson & are stuck! Who/What is your #1 Draft Choice to go to when you need a lesson kickstart? #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Great call! Know where to go to hear people who are talking about what you're looking for! #MakeItReal

In reply to @sdtitmas

ItsMrsPenrod Apr 26 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A1 THE STUDENTS! #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Q1: ROUND 1 You’re planning a lesson & are stuck! Who/What is your #1 Draft Choice to go to when you need a lesson kickstart? #makeitreal

mr_hayes Apr 26 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A1: I usually seek inspiration online then go to Twitter. Sometimes, I just bounce my idea of @meagan_e_kelly She's awesome! #makeitreal

breanneg2011 Apr 26 @ 9:40 PM EDT

I just started doing that since Christmas & I'm mad at myself for not starting it sooner. They have given me so many great ideas #makeitreal

In reply to @ChouinardJahant

sdtitmas Apr 26 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Great point! Ask your learners, they are more creative than we can ever give enough credit for. #makeitreal

In reply to @RIsaacRivas

WPMadden Apr 26 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Ouch. Not a Jets fan, but I still feel for you. #makeitreal

In reply to @sdtitmas, @MathDenisNJ

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:41 PM EDT

IT's the best for math. and the @desmos guys are the greatest! They just made a Fidget Spinner with me! #makeitreal https://t.co/L70kGKw2hN

In reply to @Vaughn_trapped, @Desmos

sdtitmas Apr 26 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Yup! Students need to be consulted. Helps them feel valued & personally invested in the lesson. #MakeItReal

In reply to @ChouinardJahant, @triciafreyes

spiraledu Apr 26 @ 9:42 PM EDT

#makeitreal A1. I love Pinterest! So many ideas that usaully lead to great blogs. Love all the sharing that teachers do! Always inspired!

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

bmilla84 Apr 26 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A1: My 1st grade team @CaldwellElemen! They help bring to life my crazy ideas for lessons! They are always GAME! 💙 them! #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Having that partner is awesome! A teammate is an awesome 1st round pick! #MakeItReal

In reply to @RIsaacRivas

ChouinardJahant Apr 26 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Pinterest is awesome! #makeitreal

In reply to @spiraledu, @MathDenisNJ

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Question 2 takes the lead in 1 minute! #MakeItReal

mr_hayes Apr 26 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A1: Now, if I already have an idea in mind, I ask my class. They either help me make it improvements or shoot it down. #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:43 PM EDT

I'd take #booksnaps in round 1 for sure :) #MakeItReal

In reply to @SteinbrinkLaura

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:43 PM EDT

That's some good crowsourcing! #MakeItReal

In reply to @ItsMrsPenrod

RIsaacRivas Apr 26 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Relinquishing control can prove to be game changing. #makeitreal

In reply to @sdtitmas

breanneg2011 Apr 26 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Speaking of drafts when you're stuck, brainstorming fidget spinner ideas to use as a proportionality review. Ideas? #makeitreal #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Q2: EDU-Draft Round 2! Leadership makes or breaks a school. Who would you love to draft into your district as a leader? #MakeItReal

mr_hayes Apr 26 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A1: I was really excited about doing an origami lesson for geo, but they were less than enthused, as an please don't make us. #makeitreal

SteinbrinkLaura Apr 26 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Glad you picked up on that. Somehow lost my hashtag. Love #BookSnaps #MakeItReal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Awesome reminder! @pinterest is the gateway to lots of blogs and resources! #MakeItReal

In reply to @spiraledu, @Pinterest

ChouinardJahant Apr 26 @ 9:44 PM EDT

You sir. #makeitreal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Love that they can tell when it will work or not. Intuitive kids #MakeItReal

In reply to @mr_hayes

WPMadden Apr 26 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Yes! Got my 3D printer today & first thing Ss asked if they could make was a spinner. I said absolutely #makeitreal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ, @Vaughn_trapped, @Desmos

ChouinardJahant Apr 26 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A2 #MakeItReal Todd Nesloney @TechNinjaTodd @awelcome Adam Welcome from #kidsdeserveit

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Thank you. humbled by that response and appreciative too :) #MakeItReal

In reply to @ChouinardJahant

ItsMrsPenrod Apr 26 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A2 My district is the best already- adding in @pernilleripp @donalynbooks @markbarnes19 and @burgessdave would be icing on the 🎂#makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Q2: EDU-Draft Round 2! Leadership makes or breaks a school. Who would you love to draft into your district as a leader? #MakeItReal

breanneg2011 Apr 26 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A2 I could choose from a grab bag of any active educator on Twitter and be confident in a school leader. #makeitreal

treverreeh Apr 26 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A2: @bmowinkel would be amazing to have as an administrator, he fights for teachers and students. #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:46 PM EDT

how'd it turn out? #MakeItReal

In reply to @WPMadden, @Vaughn_trapped, @Desmos

RadfordAmy Apr 26 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A2. Big fan of @jmattmiller- both his website and his blog. #MakeItReal

RIsaacRivas Apr 26 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Mildly…ok incredibly obsessed with spinners! #MakeItReal

In reply to @WPMadden, @MathDenisNJ, @Vaughn_trapped, @Desmos

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:46 PM EDT

nice lineup!!! I'd take that team anyday! #MakeItReal

In reply to @ItsMrsPenrod, @pernilleripp, @donalynbooks, @markbarnes19, @burgessdave

sdtitmas Apr 26 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A2 Love to have any of my #eduheros in district in offical/unofficial leadership roles. @burgessdave @jmattmiller @PaulSolarz #MakeItReal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ, @burgessdave, @jmattmiller, @PaulSolarz

WPMadden Apr 26 @ 9:47 PM EDT

I have come to appreciate & like those times anymore. Always learn something from those lessons. #makeitreal

In reply to @mr_hayes

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Awesome pick, and great characteristics of a leader! #MakeItReal

In reply to @treverreeh, @bmowinkel

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:47 PM EDT

blogged about it last night at https://t.co/JmvfnZECrl #MakeItReal

In reply to @RIsaacRivas, @WPMadden, @Vaughn_trapped, @Desmos

Vaughn_trapped Apr 26 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A2: You @MathDenisNJ. Just change that J to a C and you're here! #MakeItReal

mr_hayes Apr 26 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A2: I would love @mexusmx or @nalang1 #makeitreal

RadfordAmy Apr 26 @ 9:48 PM EDT

I meant to say his podcast and his website. #MakeItReal

RadfordAmy Apr 26 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A2. Big fan of @jmattmiller- both his website and his blog. #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:48 PM EDT

NOt a bad letter switch! It would also enhance my weather situation. Thank you :) #MakeItReal

In reply to @Vaughn_trapped

sandra_bays Apr 26 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A2- Someone who puts the students first and hasn't lost touch with the reality of what it is like to be in the trenches each day #MakeItReal

treverreeh Apr 26 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A1: go to is @MrOrr_geek @ddmeyer @mathequalslove @robertkaplinsky all have great activities that engage learners. #MakeItReal

sdtitmas Apr 26 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A2 pt2 Really any of these very inspiring Twitter peeps/ my PLN would be awesome, including you Denis! #MakeItReal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ

RIsaacRivas Apr 26 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A2: @donalynbooks & @burgessdave would be my dream team. #MakeItReal

ChouinardJahant Apr 26 @ 9:49 PM EDT

I want to be Dave Burgess when I grow up #MakeItReal @burgessdave Yo ho yo ho a pirates life for me

WPMadden Apr 26 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A2: @BethHouf & @ToddWhitaker both full of knowledge & never stop learning. Always trying new things. #makeitreal

SteinbrinkLaura Apr 26 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A2: I'd wait for a later round 2 grab @jmattmiller or @BethHouf while other fight over the top picks. #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Q2: EDU-Draft Round 2! Leadership makes or breaks a school. Who would you love to draft into your district as a leader? #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Thanks Scott! I'm seeing so many future leaders here on twitter each day. You're all growing into it! #MakeItReal

In reply to @sdtitmas

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Question 3 is coming up in 1 minute! Are you ready? #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Good Luck! They're at the top of the leaderboard too! #MakeItReal

In reply to @SteinbrinkLaura, @jmattmiller, @BethHouf

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Q3: EDU-DRAFT Round 3 You’re starting your EdTech Team for next year's classes! What Tech Tool is your #1 Draft and Why? #MakeItReal

WPMadden Apr 26 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Didn't make anything yet. Just set printer up today. But plan on printing by next week. Soooo excited & kids too #MakeItReal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ, @Vaughn_trapped, @Desmos

ChouinardJahant Apr 26 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Alana Stanton @StantonAlana because her generosity & kindness would bring Mindfulness & compassion to every school she visited. #MakeItReal

SteinbrinkLaura Apr 26 @ 9:51 PM EDT

True! But I might get one under the right draft circumstances! 👍🏻#MakeItReal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ, @jmattmiller, @BethHouf

mr_hayes Apr 26 @ 9:51 PM EDT

I second that. How could I have forgotten about those two inspiring leaders. #MakeItReal

WPMadden Apr 26 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A2: @BethHouf & @ToddWhitaker both full of knowledge & never stop learning. Always trying new things. #makeitreal

PrincipalTam Apr 26 @ 9:51 PM EDT

If I could draft anyone, it'd definitely be Coach John Wooden... #Teamwork #CoachingMatters #PyramidofSuccess #MakeItReal @HarperforKids

In reply to @MathDenisNJ, @HarperforKids

RIsaacRivas Apr 26 @ 9:51 PM EDT

The Book Whisperer was a life changer! Would love to meet her in person. #MakeItReal

In reply to @treverreeh, @donalynbooks, @burgessdave

sdtitmas Apr 26 @ 9:51 PM EDT

We'll have to check the official draft order to see who has dibs 🤷🏼‍♂️ #MakeItReal

In reply to @ItsMrsPenrod, @MathDenisNJ, @burgessdave, @jmattmiller, @PaulSolarz

BethHouf Apr 26 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Wow! Thank you so much Bill! #MakeItReal

In reply to @WPMadden, @ToddWhitaker

RadfordAmy Apr 26 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A3. Easy choice. My number one pick is @flipgrid. It is a game-changer. #MakeItReal

ChouinardJahant Apr 26 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A3 #MakeItReal Nearpod @nearpod & @audioBoom tied love Podcasting & interactive lessons Ss & I can build with Nearpod a

Ryan7Read Apr 26 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A3: say hello to my @OZOBOTthey will bring #steam from science to math and bring real world questions #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Congrats to this month's Book Giveaway Winner Trevor Moon! @teacher22973 Takes Home the Prize!! #MakeItReal Enter at https://t.co/JmvfnZWdiT

Vaughn_trapped Apr 26 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A3: Well, duh! @desmos of course! (I so want to get non math people to try it!) #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:53 PM EDT

make sure you join @sdtitmas @flipgrid chat! #MakeItReal

In reply to @RadfordAmy, @flipgrid, @sdtitmas, @flipgrid

BethHouf Apr 26 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Thanks Laura!! #MakeItReal

In reply to @SteinbrinkLaura, @jmattmiller

ItsMrsPenrod Apr 26 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A3 G Suite- all of the creation & collaboration opportunities are too sweet to pass up #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Q3: EDU-DRAFT Round 3 You’re starting your EdTech Team for next year's classes! What Tech Tool is your #1 Draft and Why? #MakeItReal

mr_hayes Apr 26 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A3: GAFE for sure, especially if I had just one pick. Can't get any more versitale than @GoogleForEdu #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Get them into it with polygraph. use images of cartoons, or book quotes or whatever. then they'll see #MakeItReal

In reply to @Vaughn_trapped, @Desmos

RIsaacRivas Apr 26 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A3: My current obsession is Flip Grid. It's such a great formative assessment tool & levels the playing field for ALL learners. #MakeItReal

WPMadden Apr 26 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A3: G Suite for Edu. @JustinTech & I creating gamification PD w/ it. Started already w/ it & it is taking off. Ts are excited! #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:54 PM EDT

That's my top pick too! #MakeItReal

In reply to @ItsMrsPenrod

breanneg2011 Apr 26 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A3 I'm claiming @Desmos and @goformative. My Ss love them both & they are user friendly and effective! #makeitreal

RadfordAmy Apr 26 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Same choice for me! #MakeItReal

In reply to @RIsaacRivas

bmilla84 Apr 26 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A2: Huge fan of @awelcome & @TechNinjaTodd! They made a huge impact at our school! Would 💙them in our district! #kidsdeserveit #makeitreal

mr_hayes Apr 26 @ 9:54 PM EDT

I hear you there. #MakeItReal

In reply to @ItsMrsPenrod

Vaughn_trapped Apr 26 @ 9:54 PM EDT

or a cardsort. #MakeItReal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ, @Desmos

AKammerman Apr 26 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Never tried flipgrid, but my interest is now piqued! #makeitreal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:55 PM EDT

good call. easy to make and engage in. #MakeItReal

In reply to @Vaughn_trapped, @Desmos

Vaughn_trapped Apr 26 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Say more. #MakeItReal

In reply to @RIsaacRivas

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:55 PM EDT

That's why we chat every week!!! New ideas every time #MakeItReal

In reply to @AKammerman

RIsaacRivas Apr 26 @ 9:55 PM EDT

DO IT! Your kids will love it! #MakeItReal

In reply to @AKammerman

SteinbrinkLaura Apr 26 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A3: Let's choose #HyperDocs for personalized learning but keep options open for a @PearDeck trade. #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Q3: EDU-DRAFT Round 3 You’re starting your EdTech Team for next year's classes! What Tech Tool is your #1 Draft and Why? #MakeItReal

mr_hayes Apr 26 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A3: My 2nd pick would be @Schoology and @Desmos (What did I do in math before desmos?) #makeitreal

sdtitmas Apr 26 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Congrats! It's a great book that only gets better when it's free. #MakeItReal

In reply to @MathDenisNJ, @teacher22973

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Great calls again! #MakeItReal

In reply to @SteinbrinkLaura, @PearDeck

treverreeh Apr 26 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A3: first round Seesaw. Second round Quizizz or Quizalize, sleeper pick: Desmos (at least for non-mathy folks) #MakeItReal

ChouinardJahant Apr 26 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A4 #MakeItReal I am loving @padlet

sandra_bays Apr 26 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A3- Just getting comfortable in tech world so appreciate all of the suggestions! #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Thanks for another excellent #MakeItReal Chat! Miss some great comments? The archive is here: https://t.co/totsEzA6j8

Ryan7Read Apr 26 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Nice choice #MakeItReal

In reply to @SteinbrinkLaura, @PearDeck

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 9:57 PM EDT

have you seen Schoology has a locked assessment screen now? just like parcc or SB. #MakeItReal

In reply to @mr_hayes, @Schoology, @Desmos

ChouinardJahant Apr 26 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Thank you Denis @MathDenisNJ #MakeItReal for a great chat!

Ryan7Read Apr 26 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Sorry I came so late long day tomorrow will be longer #MakeItReal

sandra_bays Apr 26 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Tks @MathDenisNJ for great chat! #MakeItReal

WPMadden Apr 26 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Thanks! It is really taking off. Ts voluntarily doing PD on nice sunny Saturday and Sundays! #makeitreal

In reply to @ItsMrsPenrod, @JustinTech

bmilla84 Apr 26 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A3: Love using @flipgrid @Seesaw @codeorg ! Game changers in the classroom!!! #makeitreal

WPMadden Apr 26 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Thank you everyone! Love this chat but it goes so quick. Have a great week! #makeitreal

SteinbrinkLaura Apr 26 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Great chat, #MakeItReal crew! It's always a short furious burst of great ideas! Thanks @MathDenisNJ

mr_hayes Apr 26 @ 10:00 PM EDT

I love desmos. Have you seen this amazing list of desmos activities for middle school? https://t.co/g80FPRaCd0 #MakeItReal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Have a great week everyone! Check https://t.co/JmvfnZECrl for new updates and the chat archive! #MakeItReal

breanneg2011 Apr 26 @ 10:01 PM EDT

I love that Ss can draw/write in their responses. It also makes it easy to display great student work & love the live results! #makeitreal

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sdtitmas Apr 26 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Another great #makeitreal chat worth staying up "late" for. Thanks Denis.

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WPMadden Apr 26 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Read ur post last night. Couldn't agree with your position more. Problem is always the solution. #MakeItReal

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mr_hayes Apr 26 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Yes! It is great! Love @Schoology #MakeItReal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Let's just keep sending that message! #MakeItReal

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mr_hayes Apr 26 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Thanks for the recommendation! Check this out: https://t.co/g80FPRaCd0 #MakeItReal

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breanneg2011 Apr 26 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Looking at plans for next year and what I want to do more of/remove & I was needing something like this desperately! Thanks! #makeitreal

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mr_hayes Apr 26 @ 10:07 PM EDT

I'll have to check out your blog. Love making math real with Ss. I feel like I am just scratching the surface. You know? #MakeItReal

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MathDenisNJ - Moderator Apr 26 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Keep scratching. Before you know it, you'll be free! #makeitreal

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mr_hayes Apr 26 @ 10:09 PM EDT

When I stumbled across this list, felt like finding gold. No problem. Love sharing resources. I'm teaching 6th grade this year. #MakeItReal

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mr_hayes Apr 26 @ 10:10 PM EDT

I hope so. I am getting there. Slowly but surely. Thanks! #MakeItReal

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breanneg2011 Apr 26 @ 10:11 PM EDT

I'm teaching 7th! I'm always game to share resources. My favorite thing! #MakeItReal

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mr_hayes Apr 26 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Funny! I do a peer tutoring club after school, and most of the Ss coming in for help are in 7th grade. I should be going to you. #MakeItReal

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burgessdave Apr 26 @ 10:24 PM EDT

Ha!! Thanks...it may not be all it's cracked up to be! #warning! #MakeItReal 😂

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