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SymbalooEDU - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:00 PM EST

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sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:00 PM EST

Hello #symchat! Sylvia from PA. So happy to be here today to lead a discussion on using STEM in the classroom! #symchat

BcCotter Jan 18 @ 6:01 PM EST

#symchat Greetings Barbara here. FL Tech Specialist currently in the island of St Lucia 😊

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sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:02 PM EST

Nice to see you here for #symchat @BcCotter! Thank you for coming!

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BcCotter Jan 18 @ 6:02 PM EST

#symchat pleased and honored to be here

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jdog90 Jan 18 @ 6:03 PM EST

Hello everyone, from Nebraska!#symchat

sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:03 PM EST

We are talking about STEM on #symchat starting now! Please join us!

sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:04 PM EST

Hello @jdog90! Thank you for joining us today on #Symchat

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sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:04 PM EST

Question 1 is coming up on #Symchat

sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:05 PM EST

Q1 We know what the letters in STEM stand for, but how else would you define/explain what STEM is when talking to others? #symchat

AnastasiaHannek Jan 18 @ 6:07 PM EST

Hello. Sorry I am late. Media specialist from NJ #symchat

jdog90 Jan 18 @ 6:07 PM EST

A1: I would say just a well-rounded education #symchat

sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:08 PM EST

Hello, @AnastasiaHannek , thank you for joining us here on #Symchat

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sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:09 PM EST

bringing real-life situations into everyday learning while applying all involved in STEM @jdog90 #Symchat

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AnastasiaHannek Jan 18 @ 6:09 PM EST

A1: To me is how you can create, design and elaborate on science, tech math, and engineering. #symchat

sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:09 PM EST

Just got started with the first question, @AnastasiaHannek! #Symchat

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sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:10 PM EST

Nice definition, @AnastasiaHannek! #Symchat

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massignmenthelp Jan 18 @ 6:10 PM EST

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sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:10 PM EST

Q2 In your situation, do STEM activities take place school-wide, in just specific classrooms, often, seldom, or never? #symchat

melinda_forward Jan 18 @ 6:11 PM EST

Hi everyone! Melinda Forward here in Albuquerque. #Symchat

AnastasiaHannek Jan 18 @ 6:12 PM EST

A2: We have a stem class all of our students take as an elective. I also love to do a stem challenge in the library. #symchat

sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:12 PM EST

Our faculty has been asked to include STEM activities in our lessons, but most only do a few a year #Symchat

sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:12 PM EST

Hello @melinda_forward! Thank you for joining us on #Symchat

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usabbs Jan 18 @ 6:13 PM EST

HI #symchat Brian from Ga.

AnastasiaHannek Jan 18 @ 6:13 PM EST

A2: Not sure how often they take place. I just started at my position in Dec. I am a big believer in stem and hope to keep adding #symchat

sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:13 PM EST

That is great, @AnastasiaHannek! So STEM is supported by your school and principal. Nice to hear. #Symchat

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sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:13 PM EST

Hello, @usabbs! Thank you for joining us here on #Symchat

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sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:14 PM EST

Let it begin with you, @AnastasiaHannek! Congrats on your new position! #Symchat

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melinda_forward Jan 18 @ 6:14 PM EST

A2 They seem to be isolated. I'm the French teacher, so if they were School-wide I would know anyways. #Symchat

AnastasiaHannek Jan 18 @ 6:15 PM EST

he is amazing, as is my superint. Today we were chatting about adding a makerspace next year. My passion! #symchat

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AbbiGriffin1 Jan 18 @ 6:15 PM EST

Abbi Griffin, Athens AL #symchat

AssignmentHelpN Jan 18 @ 6:15 PM EST

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AbbiGriffin1 Jan 18 @ 6:15 PM EST

A2: I work at a STEMbased elementary school in Athens, AL @ACS_SPARK #symchat. We integrate science throughout our entire curriculum

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sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:15 PM EST

Wow, wonderful news, @AnastasiaHannek! #Symchat

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BrendaMcFry - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:15 PM EST

Hi, Brenda from Lansdowne, PA. Elementary Teacher-Librarian #Symchat

sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:15 PM EST

Thank you for joining us here on #symchat @AbbiGriffin1

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sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:16 PM EST

That is great, @AbbiGriffin1 @ACS_SPARK! We will look to you for some resouces! #Symchat

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BrendaMcFry - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:16 PM EST

Is your makerspace used by all the staff or a dedicated teacher? #symchat

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sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:16 PM EST

Hello, @BrendaMcFry Thank you for joining us here on #Symchat

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melinda_forward Jan 18 @ 6:16 PM EST

A1 I always think of very practical applications of STEM skills that help Ss create new things in the world from their imagination #Symchat

sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:17 PM EST

Great question, @BrendaMcFry @AnastasiaHannek #Symchat

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sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:17 PM EST

Nice thinking, @melinda_forward ! #Symchat

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AnastasiaHannek Jan 18 @ 6:17 PM EST

kinda a sidenote. over wkend visited Frank Insti. in Philly with fam. Rob. display made me realize once aga. how important stem is #symchat

dhorndorff Jan 18 @ 6:18 PM EST

Join late..Denise Orndorff from Virginia #symchat

Tech_Curric117 Jan 18 @ 6:18 PM EST

Hi #symchat, Natalie from the Chicago suburbs

dhorndorff Jan 18 @ 6:18 PM EST

A2 - We have a STEM might for families and then activities vary from classroom to classroom #symchat

sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:18 PM EST

Q3 What could be done to help get schools or reluctant teachers involved in embracing STEM? #Symchat

AnastasiaHannek Jan 18 @ 6:18 PM EST

We don't have one yet. But it would be in the library and open to students and staff. So many possibilities! #symchat

BrendaMcFry - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:16 PM EST

Is your makerspace used by all the staff or a dedicated teacher? #symchat
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sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:19 PM EST

Thank you for joining us on #symchat @dhorndorff! No late slip needed!

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sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:19 PM EST

Hello, @Tech_Curric117! Thank you for joining us! #Symchat

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AnastasiaHannek Jan 18 @ 6:19 PM EST

Q3: Professional dev centered around STEM #symchat

sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:19 PM EST

That sounds like fun. Is it well attended? @dhorndorff #Symchat

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BrendaMcFry - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:20 PM EST

We just started an after school 5 week STEAM program for our 2nd graders. 12 kids signed up. We are looking at it as first step! #Symchat

AnastasiaHannek Jan 18 @ 6:20 PM EST

Q3: as media spec./tech trainer I find that I must be the leader in this dept. #symchat

AbbiGriffin1 Jan 18 @ 6:20 PM EST

A1: STEM is a way to teach and embed collaboration. It gives Ss a chance to think creatively and logically #symchat

sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:20 PM EST

Giving all of our arrivals a chance to catch up with the questions! #symchat

usabbs Jan 18 @ 6:20 PM EST

show the value of teaching #STEM and how it relates to real life applications. #symchat

sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:21 PM EST

Yes, and bring in reluctant teachers slowly while modeling for them @AnastasiaHannek #Symchat

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sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:21 PM EST

Well stated, @AbbiGriffin1 #Symchat

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sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:22 PM EST

So important @usabbs! #Symchat

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Tech_Curric117 Jan 18 @ 6:22 PM EST

A3 My school adopted Project Lead the Way this year and several teachers attended training. It's a great program! #symchat

AnastasiaHannek Jan 18 @ 6:22 PM EST

Q3: I use symbaloo to create stem related weblinks for teachers. #symchat

sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:22 PM EST

Sounds nice, can you provide a link, @Tech_Curric117? #Symchat

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dhorndorff Jan 18 @ 6:23 PM EST

A3 Baby steps - get one teacher per grade level and let them have a terrific experience and the word spreads! #symchat

sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:23 PM EST

I have a few @symbaloo STEM webmixes to share later. I hope you will share yours as well! @AnastasiaHannek #Symchat

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BrendaMcFry - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:23 PM EST

share links please! #symchat

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sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:23 PM EST

YES! @dhorndorff #Symchat

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BrendaMcFry - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:23 PM EST

share links please #symchat

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sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:23 PM EST

Q4: What reasons/excuses do you hear for teachers not wanting to implement STEM activities into their classrooms? #symchat

AbbiGriffin1 Jan 18 @ 6:24 PM EST

A3:start by teaching the Ts the engineering process. show Ts how 2 integrate. It 's an extension 2 what ur doing not another thing #symchat

Tech_Curric117 Jan 18 @ 6:24 PM EST

#symchat https://t.co/4YvALGZAOQ They have a variety of science and engineering courses for grades K-12

sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:24 PM EST

A4 Time seems to be the number one reason I hear for anything not being attempted, whether it is valid or not #Symchat

jdog90 Jan 18 @ 6:25 PM EST

A4: Time! #symchat

melinda_forward Jan 18 @ 6:25 PM EST

A3 I think a School-wide activity, I'm a fan of challenges, that everyone could participate in. Maybe with a theme. #Symchat

AbbiGriffin1 Jan 18 @ 6:25 PM EST

A4: time.. the process takes time, the builds/activities take time... they often see it as just another thing #symchat

sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:26 PM EST

Yes, great advice! #Symchat

AbbiGriffin1 Jan 18 @ 6:24 PM EST

A3:start by teaching the Ts the engineering process. show Ts how 2 integrate. It 's an extension 2 what ur doing not another thing #symchat

sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:26 PM EST

Thank you, @Tech_Curric117 #Symchat

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sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:26 PM EST

Yes, @jdog90 Time, space, and money! #Symchat

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AbbiGriffin1 Jan 18 @ 6:26 PM EST

A4: control... to do STEM/STEAM teachers must give Ss control. Ts have to step back. That can be scary #symchat

sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:27 PM EST

That would be fun, educational, and relevant, @melinda_forward! #Symchat

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MrsPstorytime Jan 18 @ 6:27 PM EST

#symchat wanted 2 let all K-4 teachers on the chat today know I'm Skyping Feb 8 & March 8th. If you'd like to join DM me your contact info

dhorndorff Jan 18 @ 6:27 PM EST

What do I not teach so I can do the activity?My response it all works together you are not giving up anything you are adding to it! #symchat

melinda_forward Jan 18 @ 6:27 PM EST

A3 I think there are a lot of us who aren't sure how to incorporate STEM in our classes. I'm open to it, need a place to start #Symchat

dhorndorff Jan 18 @ 6:28 PM EST

school wide activities work great bc everyone will participate! #symchat

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Tech_Curric117 Jan 18 @ 6:28 PM EST

Agreed, @AbbiGriffin1. They also believe that time for exploration is time wasted. #symchat

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usabbs Jan 18 @ 6:29 PM EST

FREE @SymbalooEDU resources #symchat STEM resources https://t.co/2UIRedTh1U

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usabbs Jan 18 @ 6:29 PM EST

FREE @SymbalooEDU resources #symchat STEM resources https://t.co/0i35z10WQW

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AbbiGriffin1 Jan 18 @ 6:29 PM EST

A4: resources... you need stuff, we use a lot of recyclables and parents send it in but we do use a lot of 'stuff' #symchat

sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:29 PM EST

Q5 For teachers who already do or want to implement STEM, what is your biggest obstacle in STEM education? #Symchat

usabbs Jan 18 @ 6:30 PM EST

#STEM makes Students do the working not the Ts #symchat

dhorndorff Jan 18 @ 6:30 PM EST

A4 giving up control of the classroom and letting students take control of their learning! #symchat

BcCotter Jan 18 @ 6:30 PM EST

A1 #symchat Seriously Teaching Educational Metamorphosis. Making that change in teaching and education full steam ahead

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sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:30 PM EST

We can hope so @BcCotter! #Symchat

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BrendaMcFry - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:31 PM EST

A5: it works best with smaller groups. we have classes with 30 children who are not always well behaved. it makes if difficult #Symchat

sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:31 PM EST

Yes, and we get a lot of the material ourselves. Some schools have rooms full of STEM supplies! #symchat

AbbiGriffin1 Jan 18 @ 6:29 PM EST

A4: resources... you need stuff, we use a lot of recyclables and parents send it in but we do use a lot of 'stuff' #symchat

melinda_forward Jan 18 @ 6:31 PM EST

especially if it is very directed. Big high schools can be harder, experience speaking, but it is possible w structure #symchat

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BcCotter Jan 18 @ 6:31 PM EST

A2 #symchat community wide. Getting all involved in what STEAM and STREAM and STEM truly affords ALL the opportunity to grow/learn

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sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:32 PM EST

Q6 What does STEM look like to a person passing by your classroom? #symchat

sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:33 PM EST

I saw a quote that "if it isn't messy, then it isn't STEM" lol #Symchat

Tech_Curric117 Jan 18 @ 6:33 PM EST

@MuseMoore Currently our junior high is the only school in the district implementing PLTW #symchat

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BcCotter Jan 18 @ 6:33 PM EST

A4 That time, resources and know how being a barrier.#symchat

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sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:34 PM EST

Knowing how is key. We want teachers to do these things, but there isn't PD and model available at times to show them @BcCotter #Symchat

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AbbiGriffin1 Jan 18 @ 6:35 PM EST

A5: Time. I think all teachers feel that way. Nothing new. Getting everything in and doing it well #symchat

sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:36 PM EST

Any takers on Q6 What does STEM look like to a person passing by your classroom? #symchat

sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:37 PM EST

It is ok! Let's move on to Q7 Do you have a set time frame for your STEM activities? #symchat

dhorndorff Jan 18 @ 6:38 PM EST

A6 I would hope WOW what an awesome way to motivate students to learn! I want my child in that room #symchat

AbbiGriffin1 Jan 18 @ 6:38 PM EST

A6:prolly looks messy & like play! But that's what it is😜 it could also look like we stole all the toilet paper rolls in the school #symchat

Tech_Curric117 Jan 18 @ 6:38 PM EST

A6 Ss engaged in collaborative, hands-on exploration, Ts as facilitators and seamless and meaningful use of technology #symchat

sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:38 PM EST

Always great having other students and teachers looking in with that expression, lol #symchat

dhorndorff Jan 18 @ 6:38 PM EST

A6 I would hope WOW what an awesome way to motivate students to learn! I want my child in that room #symchat

sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:39 PM EST

I guess they know who to go to find them, @AbbiGriffin1! #symchat

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dhorndorff Jan 18 @ 6:39 PM EST

A7 a rough outline but depends on the student enagement! #symchat

sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:40 PM EST

You all are offering so many great ideas! Keep it up! #Symchat

AbbiGriffin1 Jan 18 @ 6:40 PM EST

A7. We do 2-3 builds a month. 1 w/ parents monthly at school. Each activity is based on the activity approx. 1 hr (I teach Kinder) #symchat

sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:40 PM EST

Q8 Please share some of the wonderful STEM activities you have completed with your students. Any links to their work? #symchat

melinda_forward Jan 18 @ 6:40 PM EST

#Symchat I think bc it is STEM, it would be easier to incorporate. It needs to be set up so Ts don't have to work extra hard

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sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:41 PM EST

With parents? That is great @AbbiGriffin1! #Symchat

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BcCotter Jan 18 @ 6:41 PM EST

A6 Constructive chaos #symchat 😊

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Tech_Curric117 Jan 18 @ 6:42 PM EST

So true. Education is constantly evolving and keeping all stakeholders involved is essential to success #symchat

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sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:42 PM EST

Love it, @BcCotter ! #Symchat

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sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:42 PM EST

We have done the spaghetti/marshmallow challenge this year through @ProjectsByJen #Symchat

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AbbiGriffin1 Jan 18 @ 6:42 PM EST

At Christmas we built Santa an emergency back up Sleigh #symchat

BcCotter Jan 18 @ 6:42 PM EST

A7 Prefer not to. Allow it to be integrated in the regular learning environment so as to no see it as a separate entity #symchat

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sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:43 PM EST

What a great idea! #Symchat

AbbiGriffin1 Jan 18 @ 6:42 PM EST

At Christmas we built Santa an emergency back up Sleigh #symchat

dhorndorff Jan 18 @ 6:43 PM EST

A8 We took a spin on if you get a mouse a cookie and the other books in that series they had a build about each book to go through #symchat

AbbiGriffin1 Jan 18 @ 6:43 PM EST

We build a shelter to protect the pilgrims! #symchat

melinda_forward Jan 18 @ 6:43 PM EST

#symchat Sounds like my kind of learning! Hands-on fun, disguises what Ss sometimes see as hard.

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sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:44 PM EST

Love it! #Symchat

AbbiGriffin1 Jan 18 @ 6:43 PM EST

We build a shelter to protect the pilgrims! #symchat

sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:44 PM EST

neat! What grade level? @dhorndorff #Symchat

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melinda_forward Jan 18 @ 6:45 PM EST

#symchat the seamless part sounds a bit intimidating for this French teacher. Is it possible to create a school wide lesson?

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sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:45 PM EST

Great point, @BcCotter #Symchat

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sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:46 PM EST

#Symchat

AbbiGriffin1 Jan 18 @ 6:45 PM EST

it's awesome.The last Friday of the month the parents are invited 3 take part in our build. The parents have more fun than the Ss!
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sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:46 PM EST

#symchat

dhorndorff Jan 18 @ 6:45 PM EST

k-5 - we had the rotation for our parent/child STEM night
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sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:47 PM EST

Q9 There are so many STEM resources available to help teachers get started in STEM. Can you please share some? #symchat

Tech_Curric117 Jan 18 @ 6:47 PM EST

@melinda_forward #symchat By seamless, I mean not disconnected from curriculum. Truly meaningful use of technology within the lesson

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sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:47 PM EST

You know @cybraryman1 would have some! https://t.co/d6kPZstGbF #symchat

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AbbiGriffin1 Jan 18 @ 6:47 PM EST

We also try to work STEMy activities into our literacy and math Stations #symchat

sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:48 PM EST

40 STEM activities for Kids via @Playdough2Plato https://t.co/tWuoIfxWKo #symchat

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sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:49 PM EST

Found some nice STEM webmixes in our @Symbaloo gallery https://t.co/dGPktvMOOd #symchat

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sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:49 PM EST

Elementary STEM on @symbaloo https://t.co/CZ08Slmedp #symchat

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BcCotter Jan 18 @ 6:49 PM EST

@SymbalooEDU A9 One of my faves https://t.co/tpZDlaOayD #symchat

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AbbiGriffin1 Jan 18 @ 6:49 PM EST

https://t.co/W2fyXWOTYR #symchat

usabbs Jan 18 @ 6:49 PM EST

#symchat stem https://t.co/2UIRedTh1U

usabbs Jan 18 @ 6:49 PM EST

#symchat stem https://t.co/5uQliUjRKc

sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:50 PM EST

Great! Thank you for sharing #Symchat

BcCotter Jan 18 @ 6:49 PM EST

@SymbalooEDU A9 One of my faves https://t.co/tpZDlaOayD #symchat
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AbbiGriffin1 Jan 18 @ 6:51 PM EST

A9: I also love plain old Pinterest! #symchat

sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:51 PM EST

Thank you foe sharing, @usabbs! Your webmixes are wonderful! #Symchat

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sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:51 PM EST

Another @symbaloo STEM webmix https://t.co/q70zudjzZQ #symchat

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melinda_forward Jan 18 @ 6:51 PM EST

A9 #symchat Thank you! Im.sure I can find something for my class! Always looking for hands-on activities

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sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:52 PM EST

Q10 How can #STEM be incorporated into other subject areas? #Symchat

melinda_forward Jan 18 @ 6:53 PM EST

#symchat that sounds great! I can find time for activities that tie into my French lessons.

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AbbiGriffin1 Jan 18 @ 6:54 PM EST

A10: we are currently doing an integrated unit with STEM activities and Fairy Tales. #symchat

ronniecharrier Jan 18 @ 6:54 PM EST

A5 I think the hardest challenge is creating the school culture so that these lessons are supported and reinforced. #symchat

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sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:55 PM EST

Q11 To summarize, what is your number one reason for the importance of having STEM activities in classrooms? #symchat

sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:55 PM EST

I agree. Support, consistency is so important! @ronniecharrier #Symchat

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AbbiGriffin1 Jan 18 @ 6:55 PM EST

A10: when teaching a science concept we do all of our literature, vocabulary, and comprehension based around that concept #symchat

ronniecharrier Jan 18 @ 6:55 PM EST

Having students create interactive history projects is one of my favorites. #symchat

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BcCotter Jan 18 @ 6:56 PM EST

#symchat @SymbalooEDU A10 Not separating it from other subjects. No need to say it's STEM period. Just allow Ss B creative, learn, have fun

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dhorndorff Jan 18 @ 6:56 PM EST

excellent point - you have to have support! #symchat

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sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:56 PM EST

Can you share any examples @ronniecharrier? That sounds neat. #Symchat

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dhorndorff Jan 18 @ 6:56 PM EST

A11 You will be surprised which students benefit the most from the STEM activity! #symchat

AbbiGriffin1 Jan 18 @ 6:57 PM EST

A11: Ss must be interested and engaged to truly learn. I think incorporating STEM does this for my students #symchat

BcCotter Jan 18 @ 6:57 PM EST

@SymbalooEDU #symchat A11 To foster a holistic, humane, creative, fun, learner

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sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:57 PM EST

Last question...drum roll please! Q12 Is STEM here to stay? #Symchat

dhorndorff Jan 18 @ 6:57 PM EST

absolutely! #symchat

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ronniecharrier Jan 18 @ 6:57 PM EST

the key is having data to support why, then use evidence based practices. #symchat

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sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:58 PM EST

So true, @dhorndorff! #Symchat

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sabuller - Moderator Jan 18 @ 6:59 PM EST

You all were so helpful tonight! Thank you for coming and sharing your knowledge of STEM #Symchat

dhorndorff Jan 18 @ 6:59 PM EST

A12 One can hope the answer is yes bc the learning of the student is so hands-on,interactive, and engaging! #symchat

SymbalooEDU - Moderator Jan 18 @ 7:00 PM EST

Thank you everyone for joining #symchat tonight! Special thanks to @sabuller for hosting! See you all next week at 3PM PST.

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