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Braz74 - Moderator Jun 2 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #sstlap I am running late so please make yourself at home and connect with others jumping in tonight!

tritondboyle Jun 2 @ 9:01 PM EDT

#sstlap Dan from North Shore of Boston. First time attendee. Looking forward to #summer

Chucktaft Jun 2 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Hey #sstlap - Chuck from Milrockee, 8th AmStud, love to chat about what we can do together to grow this #summer!

MrBarry628 Jun 2 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hey gang! Sorry I am going to miss tonight, eighth-grade graduation! #sstlap

dragonmark_101 Jun 2 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hi #sstlap Derik here from Wisconsin

Braz74 - Moderator Jun 2 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Questions start 8:10 be ready to rock the summer time vibe tonight - #sstlap

TeachBowTie Jun 2 @ 9:06 PM EDT

DQ checking in and out from Boston. Got a job interview tomorrow. Gonna embrace my inner pirate. Hitting sack early. Nite #sstlap

jmadlin001 Jun 2 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Hi all! Julie from NNY. I teach gr7 & 8 US His and APUSH. #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jun 2 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Q1 #sstlap Summertime https://t.co/cB8oOaGALV https://t.co/nBbclchd27

historytechie Jun 2 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Good evening #sstlap Liz hs World & APGov T from a HOT CA joining tonight

Chucktaft Jun 2 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1 #sstlap teaching some exploratory summer school, a lot of baseball, reading, and making #USMspark happen

tritondboyle Jun 2 @ 9:12 PM EDT

#sstlap spending time w/the kids & prepping for two new courses.

dragonmark_101 Jun 2 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1: somehow ended up teaching dinosaurs, games, colonial history, and world cultures to elementary students #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jun 2 @ 9:12 PM EDT

#sstlap just getting home. Will join fully when kiddos in bed. Thanks for joining tonight. Sorry I am running late.

historytechie Jun 2 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A1 finishing week 2 of summer school tomorrow. Having fun w/ #BreakOutEDU couple of conferences & down time in DC & WA. Beach time #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jun 2 @ 9:14 PM EDT

@scottmpetri the week of June 30 I could definitely use a host. Will be returning from #ISTE2016 #sstlap

historytechie Jun 2 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A1 Looking forward to reading to read! Can't wait to turn off my alarm. #sstlap

tritondboyle Jun 2 @ 9:16 PM EDT

@historytechie #sstlap love @breakoutEDU. Spent much time recently down the digital rabbit hole they have created.

Braz74 - Moderator Jun 2 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A1 soccer soccer and did I mention soccer. And usmsmerspark and #iste2016 and hanging with my fam beyond soccer #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jun 2 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Q2 #sstlap Summer Plans https://t.co/Rixkewewq9

dragonmark_101 Jun 2 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A1: I'm looking forward to have the same students in the same building every day this summer #sstlap

jmadlin001 Jun 2 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A1. Not doing PD this summer. 1st time in YEARS. I will be in the River. #sstlap

Chucktaft Jun 2 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2 #sstlap summer is a time to recharge, do R&D and #personalizedpd, get outside, spend time with family, and not grade anything

historytechie Jun 2 @ 9:19 PM EDT

@tritondboyle @breakoutEDU Yes- love that it gets them working & thinking. Going to work on creating a few this summer #sstlap

tritondboyle Jun 2 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2 #summer is the time to read and make next year better than this one was for us and our students. #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jun 2 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Yes almost forgot about the books I just got - so much awesomeness!! #sstlap https://t.co/etH1yjoBAd

historytechie Jun 2 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A1 Looking forward to reading to read! Can't wait to turn off my alarm. #sstlap

jshoja Jun 2 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A1. Looking forward to lots of lazy beach days this summer - what new "teacher books" should I read while sunbathing? #sstlap

historytechie Jun 2 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2 Summer= read, travel, alarm off, and time to explore & grow as an educator and person #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jun 2 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2 is definitely about reflecting on past year and prepping for next year making new ticket lessons #sstlap

historytechie Jun 2 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Yes- have my Ss evals from World & APGov... will start doing the same in a couple of weeks #sstlap https://t.co/CAus8Z8Z8p

Braz74 - Moderator Jun 2 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2 is definitely about reflecting on past year and prepping for next year making new ticket lessons #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jun 2 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Jealous- not a lot of beaches around hear #sstlap https://t.co/FytNQjP2Bs

jshoja Jun 2 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A1. Looking forward to lots of lazy beach days this summer - what new "teacher books" should I read while sunbathing? #sstlap

tritondboyle Jun 2 @ 9:23 PM EDT

@historytechie @breakoutEDU Made my first one around the 19th Amendment. The competition with other groups & themslves=fun to watch #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jun 2 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Q3 #sstlap https://t.co/8HOhH66iZp

Braz74 - Moderator Jun 2 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Love to talk more about what you have done. Just starting to get into this. #sstlap https://t.co/Nc0chpI0i2

tritondboyle Jun 2 @ 9:16 PM EDT

@historytechie #sstlap love @breakoutEDU. Spent much time recently down the digital rabbit hole they have created.

jmadlin001 Jun 2 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A2 Reflecting on the past year. What worked, what didn't and how can I make it better. #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jun 2 @ 9:25 PM EDT

#sstlap - small crew tonight but hoping this one gets retweeted so we get more topics and hosts for the summer

tritondboyle Jun 2 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3: @Braz74 Could that be a topic for a session? #sstlap

historytechie Jun 2 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3 Don't think it is a whole chat topic, but would like to learn bout setting up & creating speed dating activities #sstlap

STLinOK Jun 2 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Super bummed to be missing out on #sstlap tonight, but in OKC working on iTunesU course stuff with @OSSBAoklahoma Will catch the archive!

Braz74 - Moderator Jun 2 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Yes- definitely - would you like to host a discussion/chat on #breakoutedu in social studies? #sstlap https://t.co/OOvj5sJcl1

tritondboyle Jun 2 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3: @Braz74 Could that be a topic for a session? #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jun 2 @ 9:29 PM EDT

I like the potential for speed dating- uses/topics - set up- expectations and set up. #sstlap https://t.co/kqsIWZAJLC

historytechie Jun 2 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3 Don't think it is a whole chat topic, but would like to learn bout setting up & creating speed dating activities #sstlap

dropstepdunk Jun 2 @ 9:30 PM EDT

If you haven't checked out @Mr_Neilson_CMS #CivilWar Project, you're missing out. #sschat #sstlap https://t.co/BsuBAnaO2l #MC_EA3

Braz74 - Moderator Jun 2 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Wow. You will have to share the final product. #sstlap https://t.co/F9vOHy1W0u

STLinOK Jun 2 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Super bummed to be missing out on #sstlap tonight, but in OKC working on iTunesU course stuff with @OSSBAoklahoma Will catch the archive!

tritondboyle Jun 2 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Have never hosted a chat of any kind before, but I will give it a shot. Would need tips and ideas about starting one. #sstlap @Braz74

jshoja Jun 2 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A3. Getting ideas for how to mix current politics into next year's lessons #sstlap

jmadlin001 Jun 2 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A3 Social St in a 1:1 device classroom, flipping Soc St class... #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jun 2 @ 9:32 PM EDT

@tritondboyle definitely assist - generally 6-8 questions about a topic- share some resources examples. #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jun 2 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Q4 #sstlap https://t.co/9g0ShVZD7Z

historytechie Jun 2 @ 9:32 PM EDT

@jshoja @Newsela & @procon_org have great resources to use. Also, @Flipboard is a great tool to curate articles for Ss #sstlap

STLinOK Jun 2 @ 9:33 PM EDT

@Braz74 w/ a course I haven't taught in a long time, but I've found my groove. Def a good refresher and nice to see build process. #sstlap

tritondboyle Jun 2 @ 9:33 PM EDT

@Braz74 #sstlap OK, will look at calendar and let you know a good date. Early guess would be mid-July.

Braz74 - Moderator Jun 2 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Feeling like a neglectful host - on my phone while getting kids to bed- not winning as a host or dad. #sstlap

historytechie Jun 2 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A4 Conversations w/T friends, edcamps, also here on Twitter! #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jun 2 @ 9:35 PM EDT

@historytechie I did it for #sstlap once we got to know each other did sociology meet sociologists -edcampgb meet f2f PLN

jshoja Jun 2 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A3. Getting ideas for incorporating social studies in a makerspace, more hands-on projects #sstlap

Chucktaft Jun 2 @ 9:37 PM EDT

#sstlap how about everyone getting involved in International #PatioPD day on July 14? https://t.co/vCQxUS9eTt

DeanaElmore Jun 2 @ 9:39 PM EDT

@Chucktaft I would love to join in!! #summerlearning #sstlap

jmadlin001 Jun 2 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A4 Well I'll be working at my other job as city historian. Super excited! #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jun 2 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Q5 #sstlap https://t.co/Y1bWKn2Fqx

historytechie Jun 2 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A5 Learn to cook some more veggie recipes... working on getting healthier! #sstlap

tritondboyle Jun 2 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A5: figure out ways to have Ss problem solve, think critically, & write better #sstlap

dragonmark_101 Jun 2 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A5: Taking an online spatial analysis class to brush up on my geography skills #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jun 2 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A5 work on google certification - #BreakOutEDU and new tech integration #sstlap

historytechie Jun 2 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A5 Professionally: Dig into the C3 and structure more inquiry opportunities for my Ss. #sstlap

Chucktaft Jun 2 @ 9:44 PM EDT

@historytechie good call on the #c3framework - I'm a big fan Liz! #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jun 2 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Same here- slow start here need to eat better live better to feel better a huge summer goal for me #sstlap https://t.co/XW2vtJtjfu

historytechie Jun 2 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A5 Learn to cook some more veggie recipes... working on getting healthier! #sstlap

Chucktaft Jun 2 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A5 #sstlap I'd like to finish the Google cert ... which means starting the google cert

tritondboyle Jun 2 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Google Certification is definitely on the list as well. #sstlap https://t.co/ccoTIYbjbV

Braz74 - Moderator Jun 2 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A5 work on google certification - #BreakOutEDU and new tech integration #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jun 2 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Yes get them to be thinkers and doers - doesn't matter what the content is- life skills before factoids #sstlap https://t.co/3rzdnboacO

tritondboyle Jun 2 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A5: figure out ways to have Ss problem solve, think critically, & write better #sstlap

classroomtools Jun 2 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A5 I plan to delve more deeply into cosmology, neuroscience and the nature of time. #sstlap

Chucktaft Jun 2 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A5 #sstlap personally, I gotta get is shape - any shape, instead of the gelatinous shape I have now

Braz74 - Moderator Jun 2 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Nice you should connect with @GeoPenny about geography too #sstlap https://t.co/n1kfhLQc3Z

dragonmark_101 Jun 2 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A5: Taking an online spatial analysis class to brush up on my geography skills #sstlap

dankrutka Jun 2 @ 9:46 PM EDT

If you ever use documentaries, movies, or clips in your class then this episode is a must. #edchat #sstlap #sschat https://t.co/pcfE6fPk85

VisionsOfEd Jun 2 @ 4:10 PM EDT

ICYMI: Ep. 12 (a.k.a the Godzilla episode) is up. Oh, & @Jeremy_Stoddard talks using film in school: https://t.co/0gv8NCtLvh #sschat #edchat

N_Davidson18 Jun 2 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Late to the chat tonight. Nikki from Calgary #sstlap

Chucktaft Jun 2 @ 9:46 PM EDT

@tritondboyle back at you there, Daniel #sstlap

N_Davidson18 Jun 2 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A5 Goal is to find ways to incorporate tech in a meaningful way. #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jun 2 @ 9:47 PM EDT

You always one up my answer! 😄 love that you continue your quest for new learning! #sstlap https://t.co/sA109VU7ki

classroomtools Jun 2 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A5 I plan to delve more deeply into cosmology, neuroscience and the nature of time. #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jun 2 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Q6 #sstlap https://t.co/bePlREAmUw

N_Davidson18 Jun 2 @ 9:48 PM EDT

@Chucktaft I'm thinking about diving into that program. When I have time. Hahaha. #sstlap

TheSSFrees Jun 2 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A5 I put this together to stretch my teaching and those in my PLN in the summer when we have time to. #sstlap https://t.co/GqaTGdG3ZZ

Braz74 - Moderator Jun 2 @ 9:49 PM EDT

@N_Davidson18 I was late too so no tardy pass needed tonight. Great to see you again #sstlap

tritondboyle Jun 2 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A6: To stick to my guns & what I believe is right for my Ss - more reading & writing than others in my dept might think. #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jun 2 @ 9:50 PM EDT

@Chucktaft in the same boat #sstlap

historytechie Jun 2 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A6 Don't tell Ss not to worry about Trump- he wont be in long. Ss called me on "lying" to them BIG time. NEVER saw that one. #sstlap

TheSSFrees Jun 2 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A6 More tech (1:1) is a very delicate beast if it is to be used most effectively. #sstlap

tritondboyle Jun 2 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A6: Had Ss do lit circles w/classic short stories connected to historical time period w/blog posts to follow #sstlap

N_Davidson18 Jun 2 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Finding out how much the really quiet Ss who look totally bored actually enjoyed my class. Don't judge books by covers. #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jun 2 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A6 small movement forward is still movement towards positive change! #sstlap

historytechie Jun 2 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A6 So many- Remember to laugh more with the Ss. Keep on moving upward... small growth is growth. #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jun 2 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Q7 #sstlap https://t.co/gLQPPVNLbS

classroomtools Jun 2 @ 9:54 PM EDT

@Braz74 Yes! Every 1,000 mile voyage begins with a single step. #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jun 2 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A6 meet them where they are- that includes Ts and to do that you have to build relationships and be patient but persuasive #sstlap

N_Davidson18 Jun 2 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A6 giving more open ended projects and choice means more fun for me on the assessment end #sstlap

jmadlin001 Jun 2 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A6 Go where student interests take you. #sstlap

historytechie Jun 2 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Agree- pleasantly surprised by some of the notes I received from Ss the last days of school. #sstlap https://t.co/prduA4MZdA

N_Davidson18 Jun 2 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Finding out how much the really quiet Ss who look totally bored actually enjoyed my class. Don't judge books by covers. #sstlap

Chucktaft Jun 2 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A6 #sstlap Be positive. Always. Even in February.

Braz74 - Moderator Jun 2 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Worked w/ shy Ss today recording colony commercial- WOW just WOW is best explanation hearing their products #sstlap https://t.co/Jm4cV7aXZe

N_Davidson18 Jun 2 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Finding out how much the really quiet Ss who look totally bored actually enjoyed my class. Don't judge books by covers. #sstlap

N_Davidson18 Jun 2 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A7 Focus on the Ss. Ignore the "trends and fads" if they don't work for your kids. Don't sacrifice sleep. #sstlap

TheSSFrees Jun 2 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A7 Stick with it. It's worth it. I learned just as much in my 10th year as I did in others. Constantly growing. #sstlap

classroomtools Jun 2 @ 9:56 PM EDT

@Braz74 Humankind's spread across the globe took place at the rate of about 2 miles per generation. #sstlap

tritondboyle Jun 2 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A7: Don't be afraid to make mistakes & share those with your Ss. Help them to see that you don't have all of the answers either #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jun 2 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Yes live laugh love! And be willing to laugh at self - can't take self too seriously. #sstlap https://t.co/k8vvpuYBlo

historytechie Jun 2 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A6 So many- Remember to laugh more with the Ss. Keep on moving upward... small growth is growth. #sstlap

N_Davidson18 Jun 2 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A7 shake every kid's hand as they enter class; sets a great atmosphere of mutual respect #sstlap

historytechie Jun 2 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A7 Dont be afraid to try things. You will fail- embrace it, do so w/Ss and work things out together. #sstlap Laugh & get on Twitter!

N_Davidson18 Jun 2 @ 9:58 PM EDT

My quietest kids gave me a beautiful handmade card and a Dr. Who blanket in thanks. I might have cried. #sstlap https://t.co/kZckMicbqB

historytechie Jun 2 @ 9:55 PM EDT
Agree- pleasantly surprised by some of the notes I received from Ss the last days of school. #sstlap https://t.co/prduA4MZdA
- N_Davidson18 Jun 2 @ 9:53 PM EDT
  
  Finding out how much the really quiet Ss who look totally bored actually enjoyed my class. Don't judge books by covers. #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Jun 2 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A7 wish advice- relationships most important - factoids and MC are not measures of learning - finally let ss create and redo! #sstlap

N_Davidson18 Jun 2 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A7 Admit mistakes; be human; apologize when needed; smile and laugh every day #sstlap

jmadlin001 Jun 2 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A7 What are your goals for Ss? Empathy, respect & awareness of the world are more important than content. #sstlap