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KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Hello, #ELLCHAT - are you ready to start?

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Q1) Please post your name, what you teach and where’s you’re from. #ELLCHAT

Paridad_US Jun 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT

A1 Paridad Education Consulting - a group of EL/Bilingual education consultants that work around the US #ellchat

ritaplatt Jun 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT

A1: Rita from WI #ELLCHAT

Sara_n_deepity Jun 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT

#ELLCHAT Sara, English Language Support Teacher, joining today from California.

maggieessig Jun 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT

A1 Maggie from IL - EL/Bilingual Specialist/Consultant for @IL_Resource_Ctr & @Paridad_US #ellchat

CSchlessinger Jun 6 @ 9:04 PM EDT

A1 Caia Schlessinger PreK-1st ESL teacher Highland Park NJ #ELLCHAT

hou_laoshi Jun 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT

A1: Carly, TESOL teacher educator in NYC #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:05 PM EDT

A1 I”m Karen Nemeth - co-host of #ELLCHAT - author, consultant, presenter on earlyed for DLLs via https://t.co/IWsYYGOL9i

TheESOLNinja Jun 6 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Melissa from MD. I teach middle school #ELLCHAT

CarolinaTesol Jun 6 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A1) I'm Richard, a K-12 ESOL teacher, in Florence, SC. #ELLCHAT

Sara_n_deepity Jun 6 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A1) Sara, English Language Support Teacher, joining today from California. #ELLCHAT

mnm12 Jun 6 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Mary/Louisville KY/ Elementary ESL Resource Teacher #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Judie Haynes, author, consultant and former K-6 ESL teacher. #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Don’t forget to start each tweet with the question number for your answer - A1 for Q1 so people can follow the conversation #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:09 PM EDT

As #ELLCHAT progresses, you’ll see tweets that only make sense if you know which question they answer! Thanks!

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Q2) What forms of social networking do you use to get information about teaching ELLs? #ELLCHAT

ritaplatt Jun 6 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A2: Just wrote about this: DIY Prof Dev for cheap or free! https://t.co/VfAZXxAYJ4 #ELLCHAT

HSeslteacher Jun 6 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1: Shaeley, ESL instructional coach from Central Iowa. #ELLChat

mnm12 Jun 6 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A2) Twitter!! #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A2) Twitter, facebook,, Pinterest, email (sorry people my age still use email) #ELLCHAT

MrsYanong Jun 6 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1- Michele Yanong, Bilingual/EL Education Specialist @IL_Resource_Ctr and @Paridad_US #ELLCHAT

Sara_n_deepity Jun 6 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2: Twitter has been a great start. #ELLCHAT

HSeslteacher Jun 6 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2: Twitter, blogs, Voxer group, also Diigo for links. Twitter is my main source, though. #ELLChat

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2) Do you follow ed groups on Facebook? I follow NJTESOL/NJ BE, everythingESL, TESOL EEIS, NJEA. #ELLCHAT

CarolinaTesol Jun 6 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Q2) Twitter #ELLCHAT ;) - Facebook, pinterest, email, edmodo

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT

a2 Seriously, I get such great ideas and links to new articles from many sources that I might miss if not for Twitter! #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A2) Also follow a number of blogs. My favorite @DianeRavitch @Larryferlazzo #ELLCHAT

Paridad_US Jun 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A2 FB, Voxer, reading blogs on Feedly, Twitter #ellchat

MrsYanong Jun 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2- recently using Google+ communities more, along w standard twitter, facebook, etc.. #ELLCHAT

ritaplatt Jun 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2: Online courses, MOOCs, Twitter, Edcamps #ELLCHAT https://t.co/XPOiDuB1Q8

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2 For example, I sign up for @ConorPWilliams DLL workgroup updates, but never receive them, so I depend on Twitter! #ELLCHAT

CSchlessinger Jun 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2 starting with Pinterest, lots of email, Facebook #ELLCHAT

mnm12 Jun 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Q2) Education Connections webinars & group chat https://t.co/8QUTkeG5sX #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2) I agree Karen. I moderate several Facebook pages and get a lot of the articles from Twitter. #ELLCHAT https://t.co/j22sOCg2GQ

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:13 PM EDT

a2 Seriously, I get such great ideas and links to new articles from many sources that I might miss if not for Twitter! #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2 Then I use Facebook and LinkedIN and my blog to share what I found on Twitter. #ELLCHAT

ColorinColorado Jun 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Writing Instruction for ELLs: Videos, Strategies, and More for Grades PreK-12 @ColorinColorado https://t.co/LFmPb2dP6L #ELLChat

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2) Please tell us about edcamps. #ELLCHAT https://t.co/Nfq5CburFN

ritaplatt Jun 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2: Online courses, MOOCs, Twitter, Edcamps #ELLCHAT https://t.co/XPOiDuB1Q8

ritaplatt Jun 6 @ 9:16 PM EDT

@judiehaynes "Un"conferences by teachers for teachers. AMAZING. Check this out: https://t.co/n8Rik5I7dh #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:17 PM EDT

@ColorinColorado has a Facebook page where people can post. #ELLCHAT

HSeslteacher Jun 6 @ 9:17 PM EDT

@CSchlessinger I forgot about Pinterest! Like it for books. Also use Goodreads for professional books about ELLs. #ELLCHAT

ritaplatt Jun 6 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2: I even like TeachersPayTeachers to get ideas. Wish we all still gave it free though... #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2) How do you access the google+ groups? #ELLCHAT https://t.co/4r2Rrb3wmJ

MrsYanong Jun 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2- recently using Google+ communities more, along w standard twitter, facebook, etc.. #ELLCHAT

ritaplatt Jun 6 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2: Someone please say my wiki! LOL! #ELLCHAT https://t.co/3ub4t5VqYV

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:20 PM EDT

@Larryferlazzo You're welcome, Larry! #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2 I host Karen Nemeth at Language Castle LLC on Facebook and ELLs/DLLs in Early Childhood on LinkedIN #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2) Absolutely! I've been on your wiki many times! #ELLCHAT https://t.co/gN7KClmUvG

ritaplatt Jun 6 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2: Someone please say my wiki! LOL! #ELLCHAT https://t.co/3ub4t5VqYV

Paridad_US Jun 6 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2 https://t.co/YcR6j1jPqg - they have great communities where Ts can collaborate and share resources #ellchat https://t.co/C9n09hKaPj

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:18 PM EDT
A2) How do you access the google+ groups? #ELLCHAT https://t.co/4r2Rrb3wmJ
- MrsYanong Jun 6 @ 9:14 PM EDT
  
  A2- recently using Google+ communities more, along w standard twitter, facebook, etc.. #ELLCHAT

ritaplatt Jun 6 @ 9:22 PM EDT

I love @Larryferlazzo too. (No need to thank.) But, if you're not following, you MUST. Goldmines for ESL teachers #ELLCHAT

maggieessig Jun 6 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A2 My colleagues @kepplerlauren & @MaestraOlivia write for the @Paridad_US blog on all topics re: ELs https://t.co/OKwOgNmBji #ellchat

MrsYanong Jun 6 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A2- #ellchat great place to start to build connections- Google+ in your PLN - I Can Do What With Social Media? https://t.co/qddqUHA4UG

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Q2) What forms of social networking do you use specifically to get information about teaching ELLs? #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A2 I also get a lot from the highly active NAEYC Latino Interest Forum Facebook page for young DLLs @jsaenzdeviteri #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A2) And they are really good blogs! #ELLCHAT https://t.co/XptEZEQIFT

maggieessig Jun 6 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A2 My colleagues @kepplerlauren & @MaestraOlivia write for the @Paridad_US blog on all topics re: ELs https://t.co/OKwOgNmBji #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Q3) Why do you think social media provides an effective form of PD for teachers of ELLs? #ELLCHAT

ritaplatt Jun 6 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3: We are BUSY! Can do this in jammies, w/ wine, on our own time! #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3) ESL teachers often work in isolation. Social networking gives them a place to share. #ELLCHAT

Paridad_US Jun 6 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Thanks @judiehaynes! We appreciate your endorsement! #ellchat https://t.co/lLuo1mqvAc

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:25 PM EDT
A2) And they are really good blogs! #ELLCHAT https://t.co/XptEZEQIFT
- maggieessig Jun 6 @ 9:23 PM EDT
  
  A2 My colleagues @kepplerlauren & @MaestraOlivia write for the @Paridad_US blog on all topics re: ELs https://t.co/OKwOgNmBji #ellchat

ritaplatt Jun 6 @ 9:28 PM EDT

@judiehaynes Ha! Was just typing that same sentence! Often only 1 ESL tr in a building, need to reach out to connect to colleagues #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A3) Social media PD is cost effective and customizable and driven by practioners. #ELLCHAT

mnm12 Jun 6 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A3) A lot of ESL teachers are isolated in a school in my state. it helps build collegial relationships #ELLCHAT

Paridad_US Jun 6 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A3 Often EL/bilingual specialists are the only ones in a school/dist & social media gives them opportunity to connect with others #ellchat

Sara_n_deepity Jun 6 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A3: It is accessible and provides multiple resources. Gain multiple perspectives. #ELLCHAT

mnm12 Jun 6 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A3) Convenience #ELLCHAT

CarolinaTesol Jun 6 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A3) May sound ridiculous, but sometimes I get more feedback and questions in a social media forum than a face to face PD. #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A3) I was very isolated in first 15 years of teaching ESL. I started a county group for teachers of ELLs. #ELLCHAT https://t.co/AuQlyoqu1e

mnm12 Jun 6 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A3) A lot of ESL teachers are isolated in a school in my state. it helps build collegial relationships #ELLCHAT

MrsYanong Jun 6 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A3- totally doing #ellchat under the covers right now while waiting for my toddler to settle to sleep! https://t.co/dHAqv5sgV0

ritaplatt Jun 6 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3: We are BUSY! Can do this in jammies, w/ wine, on our own time! #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A3) It doesn't sound ridiculous. it's so true. #ELLCHAT https://t.co/ToqeARZ50r

CarolinaTesol Jun 6 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A3) May sound ridiculous, but sometimes I get more feedback and questions in a social media forum than a face to face PD. #ELLCHAT

mamabooch1 Jun 6 @ 9:31 PM EDT

AND relevant! RT @judiehaynes: A3) Social media PD is cost effective and customizable and driven by practioners. #ELLCHAT

mnm12 Jun 6 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A3) It's good practice for us b/c it's the way MANY kids prefer to learn #ELLCHAT

dmaduliwilliams Jun 6 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A3: I appreciate perspectives from all age, grade, & skill levels - don't get that only in my college #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A3 GREAT way social media helps me learn - following different conference Twitterfeeds to get impressions, inspiration, links #ELLCHAT

TheESOLNinja Jun 6 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A3: It provides an opportunity to learn about trends in different parts of the country/world from the comfort of my home #ELLCHAT

HSeslteacher Jun 6 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A3: I love Twitter for PD because I can crowd source & ask experts anytime that I might otherwise see only at conferences. #ELLChat

Paridad_US Jun 6 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A3 - Agree! Connections with educators from other disciplines can enrich your teaching practice! #ellchat https://t.co/b9lwMm7CpP

dmaduliwilliams Jun 6 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A3: I appreciate perspectives from all age, grade, & skill levels - don't get that only in my college #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Q4) One thing social networking can give you is a learning community (PLN). How do LearningCom benefit your teaching practices? #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A3 a lot of what informs my work is to hear what kinds of questions are being asked, what tchrs need for DLLs via social media #ELLCHAT

HSeslteacher Jun 6 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A4: Already alluded to power of PLN - ask Qs as needed. Also @TheESOLNinja said diff parts of country & world have new perspectives #ELLCHAT

maggieessig Jun 6 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A3 I am still amazed at how easy it is to talk to great education authors and though leaders via Twitter! #ellchat https://t.co/zwtFl9IwVg

HSeslteacher Jun 6 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A3: I love Twitter for PD because I can crowd source & ask experts anytime that I might otherwise see only at conferences. #ELLChat

dmaduliwilliams Jun 6 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A4: I have made changes or tried something new the very next day after seeing an interesting post from a colleague on soc media! #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A4) What I love about #ELLCHAT in particular is that a teacher has the opportunity to exchange ideas with seasoned prof. #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A4) What I love about #ELLCHAT in particular is that a teacher has the opportunity to exchange ideas with seasoned prof. #ELLCHAT

HSeslteacher Jun 6 @ 9:36 PM EDT

@Sara_n_deepity By crowd source, I mean I can ask a question about nearly anything ed related & get answers back via Twitter. #ELLCHAT

CSchlessinger Jun 6 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A4 lots of ideas that I can use right away in my classroom #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A4) An LC can be building based but on social media it becomes globally based. #ELLCHAT

Paridad_US Jun 6 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A4 You have a finger on the pulse of EL/bilingual education across the country! Very important when you're trying to innovate! #ellchat

mnm12 Jun 6 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A4)Lots of great research/strategies to share when presenting PD #ELLCHAT

TheESOLNinja Jun 6 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A4: The links to various articles have helped me reflect on my practice #ELLCHAT

dmaduliwilliams Jun 6 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Q2: Don't forget Instagram! And my two fav English blogs (works for ELL too) Laura Randazzo & Caitlin Tucker #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A4) PLN essential to collaboration needed for CCSS & standardized testing. #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A4 I might react to a new article or policy, but if one of my PLN colleagues sees it differently, gives me new perspective #ELLCHAT

Paridad_US Jun 6 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A4 Social media is also a great vehicle for Ts to showcase great instruction & successes of ELs in the classroom #ellchat

edubabbIe Jun 6 @ 9:40 PM EDT

The home environments that emphasize understanding do not prohibit its use. #ellchat

ritaplatt Jun 6 @ 9:41 PM EDT

@Paridad_US YES! @yourschoolrocks we must use social media to change the public's perception of public schools. #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A4) I love going on #ELLCHAT and seeing authors like @AndreaHonigsfel or @Jechev. #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A4) I love going on #ELLCHAT and seeing authors like @AndreaHonigsfel or @Jechev. #ELLCHAT

dmaduliwilliams Jun 6 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Q1: (late arrival) ESOL Prof at San Diego Miramar College, previously City College of San Francisco #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A4) You always make me see things differently!! #ELLCHAT https://t.co/9nX4ZJXXcy

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A4 I might react to a new article or policy, but if one of my PLN colleagues sees it differently, gives me new perspective #ELLCHAT

ritaplatt Jun 6 @ 9:42 PM EDT

@judiehaynes @KarenNemethEdM Awe! Co-moderator LOVE! ;) #ELLCHAT

Sara_n_deepity Jun 6 @ 9:42 PM EDT

@Paridad_US I see more and more of this and it really brings parents into the conversation. :) #ELLCHAT

HSeslteacher Jun 6 @ 9:43 PM EDT

@judiehaynes Here's a new research article by @doccarpenter about EdCamps https://t.co/vAWIevTksH #ELLChat

AndreaHonigsfel Jun 6 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Connecting professionally can be done really effectively online and via social media #ELLCHAT https://t.co/ssyz5q9B99

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A4) PLN essential to collaboration needed for CCSS & standardized testing. #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Q5) What tips do you have for people who are trying to build their PLN? #ELLCHAT

AndreaHonigsfel Jun 6 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A4 I love to post links to resources and articles and also look at what others share #ELLCHAT

ritaplatt Jun 6 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A5: Start by looking at who some folks you admire follow and them follow them too. #ELLCHAT

TwitLiveEvents Jun 6 @ 9:45 PM EDT

June 06, 2016 at 10:00PM Twitter Chat - #ellchat #TwitterChat Visit https://t.co/52cTeoQ3Zw for more events.

dmaduliwilliams Jun 6 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A5: Start hunting around, see who others are following, join some edchats #ELLCHAT

AndreaHonigsfel Jun 6 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A5 focus on one social media tool such as Twitter first and master it by watching how others use it #ELLCHAT

Paridad_US Jun 6 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A5 Don't feel like you have to catch up on everything you missed when you were gone! Learn what you can when you're on! #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:46 PM EDT

BTW #ELLCHAT @CSchlessinger is the new VP & Conference Chair of NJTESOL/NJBE.

HSeslteacher Jun 6 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A5: I love to"mine" for new accounts to follow by looking at who like-minded users follow & who follows them. #ELLCHAT

Paridad_US Jun 6 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A5 Agree @AndreaHonigsfel! No one becomes a PLN ninja overnight! #ellchat https://t.co/c3IceQofud

AndreaHonigsfel Jun 6 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A5 focus on one social media tool such as Twitter first and master it by watching how others use it #ELLCHAT

HSeslteacher Jun 6 @ 9:47 PM EDT

@Paridad_US This is huge! So many Twitter newbies get overwhelmed, but you pick & choose what read based on your interests & time. #ELLChat

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A5) I followed friends who were already on Twitter and followed their followers. Also, chat participation give you new contacts. #ELLCHAT

doccarpenter Jun 6 @ 9:47 PM EDT

@HSeslteacher @judiehaynes and a shorter article from Ed leadership mag https://t.co/LnuqPY3XYm also about edcamps #ellchat

ritaplatt Jun 6 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A5: Be kind to yourself. Only do as much as you want to do. Don't make it another stress point. #ELLCHAT

dmaduliwilliams Jun 6 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A5: Nothing wrong with lurking as you get your feet wet exploring! #ELLCHAT

MrsYanong Jun 6 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A5- you have permission to lurk when building your pln! I was a receptive participant for a bit before putting my own thoughts out #ellchat

maggieessig Jun 6 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A5 Just like an EL's silent period! #ellchat https://t.co/1UvOw3aDMr

MrsYanong Jun 6 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A5- you have permission to lurk when building your pln! I was a receptive participant for a bit before putting my own thoughts out #ellchat

maggieessig Jun 6 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A5 I like to shoiw this video to Ts who are starting to grow their PLN #ellchat https://t.co/5YOndoTPtR

TheESOLNinja Jun 6 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A5: Start off with one social media tool and hunt around until you find a community that you connect with #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A5 I followed well-known people and observed them on social media until I formed my own ways of interacting #ELLCHAT

dmaduliwilliams Jun 6 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A5: Even 5 min can be helpful! I check Twitter on the sidelines of my kids' basketball practices. #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A5) So true! I also like that we have attracted people to our #ELLCHAT stream who post every day. https://t.co/AIqzouUbiZ

MrsYanong Jun 6 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A5- you have permission to lurk when building your pln! I was a receptive participant for a bit before putting my own thoughts out #ellchat

maggieessig Jun 6 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A5 I created a "Getting Started on Twitter" Who to Follow" cheat sheet for Ts https://t.co/66Hsq0xkf0 #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A5) Karen & I usually tell people to be sure to follow other people in the chat. There are always new people. #ELLCHAT

mnm12 Jun 6 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A5) Share what you really care about &what matters to kids. You will find like-minded others #ELLCHAT

maggieessig Jun 6 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A5 When I teach the Tech Instruction for ELs grad class I have Ts do Twitter Bingo to get their feet wet https://t.co/FfMnjdJiwA #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A5) I follow about 90% of people on the 1st page. I went to #EDCHAT website and followed everyone on it. #ELLCHAT https://t.co/J8ZRqGLnnQ

maggieessig Jun 6 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A5 I created a "Getting Started on Twitter" Who to Follow" cheat sheet for Ts https://t.co/66Hsq0xkf0 #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:56 PM EDT

@doccarpenter @HSeslteacher Thank you Jeff! #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A5 I also comb through tweets I like and try additional hashtags they use - like stepping stones to new connections #ELLCHAT

ritaplatt Jun 6 @ 9:58 PM EDT

If You Need it, Get it! Do-It-Yourself Professional Development in the 21st Century @wtwledu #tlap #ELLCHAT https://t.co/XPOiDuB1Q8

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A5 but I NEVER retweet something until I’ve read it. Too many people share based on misleading headlines! #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 6 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Thanks you for contributing to #ELLCHAT. See you next week!