#TOSAchat Archive
#TOSAChat is a chat on Twitter every Monday night at 8pm PST for TOSAs (teachers on special assignment), including all edtech and instructional coaches.
Monday December 5, 2016
11:00 PM EST
TosaChat
Dec 5 @ 11:00 PM EST
Welcome to tonight’s
#TOSAchat
moderated by
@Roni_Habib
In reply to @Roni_Habib
ptempleton09
Dec 5 @ 11:00 PM EST
So excited to be joining tonight’s
#TOSAchat
with
@Roni_Habib
!
In reply to @Roni_Habib
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:00 PM EST
Kelly from Lake Tahoe, EdTech & Curriculum coordinator & former TOSA.
#TOSAchat
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:00 PM EST
so glad you're here tonight Patsy!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @ptempleton09, @Roni_Habib
thedrmorgan
Dec 5 @ 11:01 PM EST
John, Dir of EdTech in Capistrano Unified.
#tosachat
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:01 PM EST
hi John!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @thedrmorgan
elSrKoeppen
Dec 5 @ 11:01 PM EST
15 Strategies for Motivating Students that Don't Involve Punitive Grading
#TOSAchat
https://t.co/N8gSmleHpN
MongerSheila
Dec 5 @ 11:01 PM EST
Sheila Monger from Gilroy CA in the bay area I'm a Educational Specialist
#TOSAchat
thedrmorgan
Dec 5 @ 11:01 PM EST
hello, how are you doing?
#TOSAchat
In reply to @kmartintahoe
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:01 PM EST
welcome Sheila! Glad you're with us tonight!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @MongerSheila
MsHaughs
Dec 5 @ 11:01 PM EST
Hiiieee
#TOSAchat
! Amanda, math/tech TOSA in Campbell, CA... 'Tis the season for self-care!
Roni_Habib
Dec 5 @ 11:01 PM EST
Hey everyone, today's chat is all about Teachers' wellness as we don't focus on that enough in schools.
#careforthecaregiver
#TOSAchat
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:01 PM EST
Hello All!!! Ben here, an
#edtech
TOSA, from
@alisal_edtech
Excited for 2nites chat with
@Roni_Habib
#tosachat
In reply to @alisal_edtech, @Roni_Habib
Jyoung1219
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:02 PM EST
Joe, Math & STEAM Coach from Palo Alto, CA. Excited for tonight’s
#TOSAchat
with my good friend
@Roni_Habib
In reply to @Roni_Habib
CV_Principal
Dec 5 @ 11:02 PM EST
Victor HS Principal Coachella Valley CA
#tosachat
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:02 PM EST
I'm well. Trying to stay warm. you?
#TOSAchat
In reply to @thedrmorgan
rachelmarker
Dec 5 @ 11:02 PM EST
Rachel, curriculum specialist in Bozeman, MT
#TOSAchat
EdTechSpec
Dec 5 @ 11:02 PM EST
Hello! 🤖 Josh Harris; Salinas, CA; Director of
#EdTech
#AlisalStrong
!
#TOSAchat
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:02 PM EST
Hi Amanda!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @MsHaughs
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:02 PM EST
.
@MongerSheila
thanks for coming!! I am not to far from you down in Salinas!!
#tosachat
In reply to @MongerSheila
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:02 PM EST
welcome Victor!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @CV_Principal
ptempleton09
Dec 5 @ 11:02 PM EST
Patsy Templeton, Tech Coach from Orinda, CA.
#tosachat
KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:02 PM EST
Karly, TOSA from Concord, CA. Excited for
#TOSAChat
=)
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:02 PM EST
Thanks for hosting tonight!!!
#tosachat
In reply to @Roni_Habib
thedrmorgan
Dec 5 @ 11:02 PM EST
doing well. not so cold here though.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @kmartintahoe
AmberKraver
Dec 5 @ 11:02 PM EST
Hello
@Roni_Habib
&
#tosachat
peeps! Amber from Sunnyvale; STEAM TOSA & Teacher
In reply to @Roni_Habib
rachelmarker
Dec 5 @ 11:03 PM EST
Hi friend!!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @MsHaughs
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:03 PM EST
Thanks for joining us Victor
#tosachat
In reply to @CV_Principal
thedrmorgan
Dec 5 @ 11:03 PM EST
not going to lie, saw pics of tahoe and am a little jealous.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @kmartintahoe
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:03 PM EST
Hi Rachel! So glad you're here. btw-your tweet today abt
@joboaler
helped me get a grp to go see her next week!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @rachelmarker, @joboaler
LisaGCeja
Dec 5 @ 11:03 PM EST
😊 Hello
#TOSAchat
! This is Lisa,
#mathteacher
&
#edtech
coach, from Whittier, CA
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:03 PM EST
Woot!!!
#awesomesauce
in da house
#tosachat
EdTechSpec
Dec 5 @ 11:02 PM EST
Hello! 🤖 Josh Harris; Salinas, CA; Director of
#EdTech
#AlisalStrong
!
#TOSAchat
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:03 PM EST
Hi Amber!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @AmberKraver
LaustenTeaching
Dec 5 @ 11:03 PM EST
Ben Lausten, district curriculum specialist joining
#TOSAchat
from snowy Summit County, CO. Excited to talk about mindfulness & positivity!
rachelmarker
Dec 5 @ 11:03 PM EST
No way! Fun! I'm super jealous.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @kmartintahoe, @joboaler
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:03 PM EST
Hey Lisa! Thanks for joining us
#tosachat
In reply to @LisaGCeja
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:03 PM EST
yeah it doesn't suck. :)
#TOSAchat
In reply to @thedrmorgan
EdTechHelper
Dec 5 @ 11:03 PM EST
Bryan, Instructional Media Specialist, Burbank
#TOSAchat
TosaChat
Dec 5 @ 11:04 PM EST
Questions coming up in 1 minute & are on
https://t.co/S5GEugZ4Iy
#TOSAchat
@Roni_Habib
@cogswell_ben
@KarlyMoura
@kmartintahoe
@Jyoung1219
In reply to @Roni_Habib, @cogswell_ben, @KarlyMoura, @kmartintahoe, @Jyoung1219
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:04 PM EST
Hi Lisa! Welcome back!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @LisaGCeja
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:04 PM EST
Hi Ben!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @LaustenTeaching
MsHaughs
Dec 5 @ 11:04 PM EST
Hey Rachel!! 👋🏻
#TOSAchat
In reply to @rachelmarker
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:04 PM EST
i'm so excited!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @rachelmarker, @joboaler
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:04 PM EST
Speaking of which I am gonna turn on the football!
#tosachat
In reply to @CV_Principal
MongerSheila
Dec 5 @ 11:04 PM EST
hey, my old stoppin grounds, started in Glendale
#TOSAchat
In reply to @EdTechHelper
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:04 PM EST
welcome Bryan!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @EdTechHelper
rachelmarker
Dec 5 @ 11:04 PM EST
YES! Snowy here, too! First ski day yesterday. :)))
#TOSAchat
In reply to @LaustenTeaching
ucijp
Dec 5 @ 11:04 PM EST
JP, adjunct and
#csufedtech
candidate.
#TOSAChat
TosaChat
Dec 5 @ 11:05 PM EST
Question 1
#TOSAchat
@Roni_Habib
@cogswell_ben
@KarlyMoura
@kmartintahoe
@Jyoung1219
In reply to @Roni_Habib, @cogswell_ben, @KarlyMoura, @kmartintahoe, @Jyoung1219
EduGladiators
Dec 5 @ 11:05 PM EST
How do you lead &grow in a multigen-workplace?
#EduGladiators
tackles this fierce conversation!
#edchatH
!
#NVedchat
#TOSAchat
#ksedchat
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:05 PM EST
we're supposed to get more later this week. I'm hoping to get some skiing in soon!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @rachelmarker, @LaustenTeaching
rachelmarker
Dec 5 @ 11:05 PM EST
Maybe you can do a little
@periscopeco
while you're there?!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @kmartintahoe, @joboaler, @periscopeco
peerlessgreen
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:05 PM EST
Hi,
#tosachat
! It's Jody! Ed Tech Academic coach in La Habra. I'll be in and out of the chat tonight.
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:05 PM EST
hey friend!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @peerlessgreen
LaustenTeaching
Dec 5 @ 11:05 PM EST
Nice! Today’s powder is one of the first good storms we’ve had! Been cold, but not snowy during Nov.
@rachelmarker
#TOSAchat
rachelmarker
Dec 5 @ 11:04 PM EST
YES! Snowy here, too! First ski day yesterday. :)))
#TOSAchat
In reply to @LaustenTeaching
EdTechHelper
Dec 5 @ 11:05 PM EST
My first
#TOSAchat
#firstTOSAchat
=D
Jyoung1219
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:06 PM EST
A1: Gr2 T inspired me to be a T. As poor reader in Gr1, Gr2 T recognized need & caught me up. Wanted to give that gift to others.
#tosachat
KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:06 PM EST
A1 Not sure. I was 5 when I announced that I was going to become a teacher.
#TOSAChat
ptempleton09
Dec 5 @ 11:06 PM EST
Q1: I never wanted to do anything else. It was also a family thing. 8 out of 12 siblings turned out to be Ts!
@Roni_Habib
#tosachat
In reply to @Roni_Habib
rachelmarker
Dec 5 @ 11:06 PM EST
Looks like u guys are getting dumped on! Our friends' kids in SLT were skiing their street last wk!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @kmartintahoe, @LaustenTeaching
MsHaughs
Dec 5 @ 11:06 PM EST
Hey Kelly!!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @kmartintahoe
ucijp
Dec 5 @ 11:06 PM EST
A1 I wanted to share my knowledge and passion for tech and to move from beyond a hobby.
#TOSAChat
TosaChat
Dec 5 @ 11:05 PM EST
Question 1
#TOSAchat
@Roni_Habib
@cogswell_ben
@KarlyMoura
@kmartintahoe
@Jyoung1219
In reply to @Roni_Habib, @cogswell_ben, @KarlyMoura, @kmartintahoe, @Jyoung1219
peerlessgreen
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:06 PM EST
hola, Amiga!
#tosachat
In reply to @kmartintahoe
thedrmorgan
Dec 5 @ 11:06 PM EST
A1: I wanted a teacher who could teach in a way that I understand. Thought other kids would like that too.
#TOSAchat
MongerSheila
Dec 5 @ 11:06 PM EST
A1: wanted to level the field for all abilities and create a greater sense of social justice
#TOSAchat
rachelmarker
Dec 5 @ 11:06 PM EST
Same. Just getting wintry here. Ready to ski!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @LaustenTeaching
EdTechSpec
Dec 5 @ 11:07 PM EST
A1: I didn’t get into grad school for ASL interpretation...twice. Edu was always “the other plan” I worked on in parallel.
#TOSAchat
MsHaughs
Dec 5 @ 11:07 PM EST
Yay! Welcome!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @EdTechHelper
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:07 PM EST
A1: Gpa was a ms principal (former band T) gma was a cc prof. Aunts & Uncles are all Ts. Teaching is a family passion.
#TOSAchat
CV_Principal
Dec 5 @ 11:07 PM EST
A1 Prove my counselor and many people wrong.
#tosachat
LaustenTeaching
Dec 5 @ 11:07 PM EST
Steamboat has been getting hammered - not nearly enough here in Summit yet… :(
#TOSAchat
@rachelmarker
@kmartintahoe
In reply to @rachelmarker, @kmartintahoe
rachelmarker
Dec 5 @ 11:06 PM EST
Looks like u guys are getting dumped on! Our friends' kids in SLT were skiing their street last wk!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @kmartintahoe, @LaustenTeaching
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:07 PM EST
we still have well over a foot and it hasn't snowed in well over a week.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @rachelmarker, @LaustenTeaching
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:08 PM EST
A1: To try to help make the world a better place through empowering Ss
#tosachat
MsMarshallCMS
Dec 5 @ 11:08 PM EST
Hello
#TOSAchat
joining in a little late.
EdTechHelper
Dec 5 @ 11:08 PM EST
A1: Fell into it really. My first job was as a TA. Never imagined how much fun and fulfillment one could have working with kids :]
#tosachat
KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:08 PM EST
Hey Heather!
#TOSAChat
In reply to @MsMarshallCMS
kerszi
Dec 5 @ 11:08 PM EST
Hi
#tosachat
- it's been a really long time, but I'm super glad to join this chat again! I'm Kathi from NJ...up too late as usual! ;-)
peerlessgreen
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:08 PM EST
A1: I wanted to be an actress. Teaching was my "fall back career." But really, I always wanted to be a teacher. Always.
#TOSAchat
RemScience
Dec 5 @ 11:08 PM EST
#TOSAchat
Good evening!
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:08 PM EST
yay! Welcome back Kathi!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @kerszi
rachelmarker
Dec 5 @ 11:08 PM EST
A1 I always loved kids, but it wasn't until I taught xc skiing/outdoor ed that I got hooked. Eventually to classroom.
#latebloomer
#TOSAchat
KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:08 PM EST
Ahhhh that's cool!
#TOSAChat
In reply to @kmartintahoe
AmberKraver
Dec 5 @ 11:09 PM EST
A1: Teaching in an
#elementary
classroom! Accessibility of
#CSforAll
&
#makered
... Super engaged students developing confidence
#TOSAchat
peerlessgreen
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:09 PM EST
sometimes other plans work out for the best!
#tosachat
In reply to @EdTechSpec
CV_Principal
Dec 5 @ 11:09 PM EST
A1 I am really surprised that this was the profession I chose as I was a very shy person with little self esteem.
#tosachat
FrauSusi
Dec 5 @ 11:09 PM EST
A1: I loved helping people understand the work. I spent my free -Ericsson tutoring in high school
#nerdinthemaking
#TOSAchat
KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:09 PM EST
YAY!! Welcome to
#TeamAwesome
! =)
#TOSAChat
In reply to @EdTechHelper
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:09 PM EST
how powerful for Ss that are like you. You can identify w/ their perspective.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @CV_Principal
giveawaypevva
Dec 5 @ 11:09 PM EST
A1 I am really surprised that this was the profession I chose as I was a very shy person with little self esteem.
#tosachat
peerlessgreen
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:09 PM EST
me too. Gma taught preschool. And my mom had a degree in ed that she didn't use until I went to college.
#tosachat
In reply to @kmartintahoe
KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:09 PM EST
Welcome back Kathi!!!
#TOSAChat
In reply to @kerszi
rachelmarker
Dec 5 @ 11:09 PM EST
So amazing, Patsy! My mom was a T, but I NEVER considered it as a kid.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @ptempleton09, @Roni_Habib
RemScience
Dec 5 @ 11:10 PM EST
A1: "It's in my blood." My granddad said so.
#TOSAchat
https://t.co/pcY9U34pvX
sandramc59
Dec 5 @ 11:10 PM EST
Just joining Sandra from Santa Clara, independent TOSA I guess, if I need a title :) Happy to join in
#TOSAchat
EdTechSpec
Dec 5 @ 11:10 PM EST
...and then you actually did it. Note to self, Karly plays the long game.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @KarlyMoura
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:10 PM EST
A1.1: I wanted to be a karate teacher in 1st grade, but I never managed to learn karate
#tosachat
KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:10 PM EST
That's so cool. I love how that happened.
#TOSAChat
In reply to @EdTechHelper
LaustenTeaching
Dec 5 @ 11:10 PM EST
That's fantastic!!! Hit it for all of us!!
@kmartintahoe
@rachelmarker
#TOSAchat
In reply to @kmartintahoe, @rachelmarker
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:07 PM EST
we still have well over a foot and it hasn't snowed in well over a week.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @rachelmarker, @LaustenTeaching
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:10 PM EST
sounds like my family. My mom is only 1 of 5 that's not a T.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @rachelmarker, @ptempleton09, @Roni_Habib
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:10 PM EST
welcome back Sandra! Glad you're here tonight.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @sandramc59
thedrmorgan
Dec 5 @ 11:11 PM EST
A1: I enjoy the problem solving of turning a complex problem into a simple one. that lead me to teaching.
#TOSAchat
peerlessgreen
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:11 PM EST
as is my stage!
#tosachat
In reply to @EddiesClass
EdTechSpec
Dec 5 @ 11:11 PM EST
Love it! I call that the "Oh yeah? Watch this!" theory of education.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @CV_Principal
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:11 PM EST
Glad to have you here tonight!!
#tosachat
In reply to @sandramc59
MsMarshallCMS
Dec 5 @ 11:11 PM EST
A1 being a teacher was a way to stay in school forever... I just loved school. Still love being a student every chance I get.
#TOSAchat
KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:11 PM EST
Ha! I know. I didn't love middle school so I wanted to be a vet for a few years but came back to teaching in HS =)
#TOSAChat
In reply to @EdTechSpec
kerszi
Dec 5 @ 11:11 PM EST
A1: First I wanted 2 own my own toll booth b/c I thought there was big money in that. Besides that,it was only ever teaching 4 me!
#tosachat
MsHaughs
Dec 5 @ 11:11 PM EST
A1:Think it was always in back of my mind. Tried several things that didn't stick. Passionate abt helping others learn & grow
#TOSAchat
ucijp
Dec 5 @ 11:11 PM EST
I'll be in and out of
#TOSAchat
. I'm trying to get back into Twitter chats.
Monica_M_Daniel
Dec 5 @ 11:11 PM EST
Finally some time to participate in
#TOSAchat
. Monica Tech Coach at McFarland School District
LaustenTeaching
Dec 5 @ 11:11 PM EST
Time for a
#TOSAchat
field trip! We’ll host any who show!
@anichols32
@rachelmarker
@kmartintahoe
In reply to @anichols32, @rachelmarker, @kmartintahoe
anichols32
Dec 5 @ 11:09 PM EST
So lucky! Not even any flakes here Just 65 degrees and cloudy. Will be lucky if see snow at all
In reply to @LaustenTeaching, @rachelmarker, @kmartintahoe
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:11 PM EST
i said i wanted to be a dentist & a cheerleader. Neither of those were true. Maybe an EdTech cheerleader?
#TOSAchat
In reply to @EdTechSpec, @KarlyMoura
sandramc59
Dec 5 @ 11:11 PM EST
A1 Teaching is my encore career. It runs in my blood. And I wanted to make a difference.
#TOSAchat
MicheleCMueller
Dec 5 @ 11:11 PM EST
A1, I had some amazingly fun teachers growing up and I wanted to make learning fun too.
#tosachat
KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:11 PM EST
This is so cool! I love that you wanted to own your own toll booth!!!
#TOSAChat
kerszi
Dec 5 @ 11:11 PM EST
A1: First I wanted 2 own my own toll booth b/c I thought there was big money in that. Besides that,it was only ever teaching 4 me!
#tosachat
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:11 PM EST
Great to have you Monica!
#tosachat
In reply to @Monica_M_Daniel
rachelmarker
Dec 5 @ 11:11 PM EST
Wahoo! Hi friend!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @RemScience
LisaGCeja
Dec 5 @ 11:11 PM EST
"stay in school forever"... awesome reason!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @MsMarshallCMS
thedrmorgan
Dec 5 @ 11:12 PM EST
I wanted to be a vending machine at one point. Same reason.
#tosachat
In reply to @kerszi
ohsoearly
Dec 5 @ 11:12 PM EST
.
@peerlessgreen
teaching is 63.5% acting/entertaining
#TOSAchat
In reply to @peerlessgreen
KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:12 PM EST
HA! YES!!! =)
#TOSAChat
In reply to @kmartintahoe, @EdTechSpec
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:12 PM EST
I think this had an impact for me as well
#tosachat
MicheleCMueller
Dec 5 @ 11:11 PM EST
A1, I had some amazingly fun teachers growing up and I wanted to make learning fun too.
#tosachat
sandramc59
Dec 5 @ 11:12 PM EST
Hi Roni! co- MERIT 09 alum!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @Roni_Habib
CV_Principal
Dec 5 @ 11:12 PM EST
A1 As a life long ELD learner I wanted to make sure I worked directly with those that struggled with learning English.
#TOSAchat
EdTechSpec
Dec 5 @ 11:12 PM EST
HI HEATHER! 😁😁😁
#TOSAchat
In reply to @MsMarshallCMS
KaraDelMar
Dec 5 @ 11:12 PM EST
Oh, I've missed this chat! Kara from Kennewick, Dean K-5, I've been MIA with AdminCert classes.
#TOSAchat
EdTechHelper
Dec 5 @ 11:12 PM EST
Thanks for my first reply. It's my first! This being my first time at
#TOSAchat
In reply to @KarlyMoura
rachelmarker
Dec 5 @ 11:12 PM EST
Ahh, so fun! A
#TOSAchat
ski-up in CO > MT > Tahoe!
In reply to @LaustenTeaching, @anichols32, @kmartintahoe
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:12 PM EST
its been a while for sure! ;)
#tosachat
In reply to @sandramc59
anichols32
Dec 5 @ 11:13 PM EST
Hi! Amy from NC joining in for a bit
#tosachat
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:13 PM EST
reminds me of this.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @EdTechSpec, @CV_Principal
KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:13 PM EST
Wow Josh that is really cool. You must be amazing and do you still interpret?
#TOSAChat
In reply to @EdTechSpec
MsHaughs
Dec 5 @ 11:13 PM EST
Yeah, my style of teaching was definitely influenced by some of my favorites as a kid!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @MicheleCMueller
LaustenTeaching
Dec 5 @ 11:13 PM EST
That’s a very specific statistic… :D
@ohsoearly
@peerlessgreen
#TOSAchat
In reply to @ohsoearly, @peerlessgreen
ohsoearly
Dec 5 @ 11:12 PM EST
.
@peerlessgreen
teaching is 63.5% acting/entertaining
#TOSAchat
In reply to @peerlessgreen
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:13 PM EST
Thats a good one for sure!!!
#tosachat
In reply to @kmartintahoe, @EdTechSpec, @CV_Principal
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:13 PM EST
that would be awesome!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @rachelmarker, @LaustenTeaching, @anichols32
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:13 PM EST
Hi Monica!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @Monica_M_Daniel
peerlessgreen
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:13 PM EST
one of my favorite SNL sketches!
#tosachat
In reply to @ohsoearly
KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:13 PM EST
Welcome back Kara!!! We have missed you too!
#TOSAChat
In reply to @KaraDelMar
rachelmarker
Dec 5 @ 11:13 PM EST
Love 'encore' career! What came before?
#TOSAchat
In reply to @sandramc59
TosaChat
Dec 5 @ 11:14 PM EST
Question 2
#TOSAchat
@Roni_Habib
@cogswell_ben
@KarlyMoura
@kmartintahoe
@Jyoung1219
In reply to @Roni_Habib, @cogswell_ben, @KarlyMoura, @kmartintahoe, @Jyoung1219
LaustenTeaching
Dec 5 @ 11:14 PM EST
Best. Progressive. Party. EVER!
#TOSAchat
@anichols32
@kmartintahoe
@rachelmarker
In reply to @anichols32, @kmartintahoe, @rachelmarker
rachelmarker
Dec 5 @ 11:12 PM EST
Ahh, so fun! A
#TOSAchat
ski-up in CO > MT > Tahoe!
In reply to @LaustenTeaching, @anichols32, @kmartintahoe
Monica_M_Daniel
Dec 5 @ 11:14 PM EST
A1: I have always loved being with kids so I always just thought teaching was what I was meant to do.
#tosachat
ohsoearly
Dec 5 @ 11:14 PM EST
#TOSAchat
because I watched a lot of TV
sandramc59
Dec 5 @ 11:14 PM EST
I didn't want to be a teacher when I was in school b/c it was expected!
#rebelwithacause
#TOSAchat
In reply to @rachelmarker, @ptempleton09, @Roni_Habib
kerszi
Dec 5 @ 11:14 PM EST
Big dreams. Big dreams. We were innovative before innovative was cool!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @thedrmorgan
AmberKraver
Dec 5 @ 11:14 PM EST
A1: I told my son's TK principal that they needed to start teaching
#CSforAll
... So she asked me if I would do it 😜
#tosachat
rachelmarker
Dec 5 @ 11:14 PM EST
Aha! Well done. Pushing boundaries!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @sandramc59, @ptempleton09, @Roni_Habib
peerlessgreen
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:14 PM EST
yes, and 79.4% of all statistics are made up on the spot :)
#tosachat
In reply to @LaustenTeaching, @ohsoearly
Jyoung1219
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:15 PM EST
A2: Starting career as Gr1 T was incredible to help Ss learn to read.
@annkozma723
& I love beauty in young readers taking flight
#tosachat
In reply to @annkozma723
anichols32
Dec 5 @ 11:15 PM EST
A2 Love making connections with Ss and building relationships. Learn from Ss every day. Best job ever!
#tosachat
CaseyDunley
Dec 5 @ 11:15 PM EST
A1 I love social studies! I had amazing elementary Ts who had lasting impacts on my love of learning & how I like to learn. 👍
#TOSAchat
EdTechSpec
Dec 5 @ 11:15 PM EST
RIGHT!? I was jus thinking I'm glad acting didn't take over for you...or else we wouldn't have met
#TOSAchat
In reply to @peerlessgreen
thedrmorgan
Dec 5 @ 11:15 PM EST
A2: I never expected that the more I would try to help someone, the more they wanted to cuss me out.
#TOSAchat
rachelmarker
Dec 5 @ 11:15 PM EST
Yay! Glad you're here!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @KaraDelMar
ohsoearly
Dec 5 @ 11:15 PM EST
saw it in a journal....somewhere....
#data
#TOSAchat
In reply to @LaustenTeaching, @peerlessgreen
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:15 PM EST
A2: Most of it has been amazing, challenging, and nourishing, but sometimes the pace of systematic change can be stifling
#tosachat
MongerSheila
Dec 5 @ 11:15 PM EST
A2:So much more difficult, espc since I move around and have multiple sites, seems Im always starting over to try n change culture
#TOSAchat
TosaChat
Dec 5 @ 11:14 PM EST
Question 2
#TOSAchat
@Roni_Habib
@cogswell_ben
@KarlyMoura
@kmartintahoe
@Jyoung1219
In reply to @Roni_Habib, @cogswell_ben, @KarlyMoura, @kmartintahoe, @Jyoung1219
ptempleton09
Dec 5 @ 11:16 PM EST
A2 It's much more consuming that I had ever thought. Much more rewarding 2. Being in constant learning mode was also not planned!
#tosachat
thedrmorgan
Dec 5 @ 11:16 PM EST
Other just never understood. Look at us now.
#tosachat
In reply to @kerszi
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:16 PM EST
Jody I thought this was your fave?
https://t.co/i6k7ZeCWJx
#TOSAchat
In reply to @peerlessgreen, @ohsoearly
Roni_Habib
Dec 5 @ 11:16 PM EST
A2 - Before teaching I never realized how much "crap" Ts have to deal with outside of teaching students. That can get in the way.
#TOSAchat
KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:16 PM EST
A2 Some years it was exactly like I imagined it would be. Some yrs it was really rough & I needed reminding about why I was there
#TOSAChat
ohsoearly
Dec 5 @ 11:16 PM EST
#TOSAchat
did my answer get me the job?
MicheleCMueller
Dec 5 @ 11:16 PM EST
Teaching is incredibe! It's where I thrive and challenge myself to try new things. Summers off pretty much sealed the deal!
#tosachat
RemScience
Dec 5 @ 11:16 PM EST
A2: All that and a bag of chips! It just keeps getting better, exceeding expectations.
#TOSAchat
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:16 PM EST
I definitely feel like this sometimes
#tosachat
In reply to @Roni_Habib
EdTechSpec
Dec 5 @ 11:17 PM EST
A2: More political than I thought; More both amazing & disappointing Ts than I expected; Family partnerships have been harder.
#TOSAchat
CV_Principal
Dec 5 @ 11:17 PM EST
A2 I struggled at the beginning like most. I even asked why am I working with these middle school crazy kids. Fell in love.
#TOSAchat
ucijp
Dec 5 @ 11:17 PM EST
A2 I didn't realize how much I had to learn. You don't know stuff until you have to teach it.
#tosachat
TosaChat
Dec 5 @ 11:14 PM EST
Question 2
#TOSAchat
@Roni_Habib
@cogswell_ben
@KarlyMoura
@kmartintahoe
@Jyoung1219
In reply to @Roni_Habib, @cogswell_ben, @KarlyMoura, @kmartintahoe, @Jyoung1219
EdTechSpec
Dec 5 @ 11:17 PM EST
I think there are far more "introverted" ppl in edu than most expect. Do you find you're shyer with adults than Ss?
#TOSAchat
In reply to @CV_Principal
peerlessgreen
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:17 PM EST
It is-- truly. But I do love me some old school Jon Lovitz!
#tosachat
In reply to @kmartintahoe, @ohsoearly, @YouTube
thedrmorgan
Dec 5 @ 11:17 PM EST
A2: never expected that teaching had so much to do with relationships. Helped being a coach. Felt like more of a mentor than T.
#TOSAchat
LaustenTeaching
Dec 5 @ 11:17 PM EST
When preparation fails...
@ohsoearly
#tosachat
@peerlessgreen
In reply to @ohsoearly, @peerlessgreen
sandramc59
Dec 5 @ 11:17 PM EST
A2 Dad was a HS physics T so I had a pretty good idea re workload. Surprised by bureaucracy & how resistant to change some Ts are
#TOSAchat
kerszi
Dec 5 @ 11:17 PM EST
A2: I'm in the game over 20 years. It's evolved; was more fun 20 years ago. Now too data-y. Still love seeing kids go AHA!, tho.
#tosachat
rachelmarker
Dec 5 @ 11:17 PM EST
I second that. Pace can be glacial...
#TOSAchat
In reply to @cogswell_ben
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:17 PM EST
A2: I never realized how EXHAUSTED I'd be at the end of a day. Hard to explain to a non-T.
#TOSAchat
thedrmorgan
Dec 5 @ 11:18 PM EST
PREACH
#TOSAchat
In reply to @ucijp
FrauSusi
Dec 5 @ 11:18 PM EST
Q2: Time w/Ss is & has been the continuing motivation. Teenage stress & struggle = heartbreaking. Parents respect us less
#TOSAchat
MarkLoundy
Dec 5 @ 11:18 PM EST
@TosaChat
Coming in late: Mark Loundy Instructional technology specialist K-5 makerspace chief Silicon Valley
#TOSAChat
In reply to @TosaChat
LisaGCeja
Dec 5 @ 11:18 PM EST
A2: There are 2 ways to sum up a teaching day: ❎They don't pay me enough to do this ✅They actually pay me to do this?! 😍
#TOSAchat
KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:18 PM EST
It can be all consuming.
#TOSAChat
In reply to @kmartintahoe
MsMarshallCMS
Dec 5 @ 11:18 PM EST
A2 TBH-I cried a lot the first few years. I tried to adopt a student. It was really hard/😢to deal w how tough the kids had it.
#TOSAchat
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:18 PM EST
this is seriously the best side convo of the night.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @thedrmorgan, @kerszi
ohsoearly
Dec 5 @ 11:18 PM EST
A2
#TOSAchat
I never thought I'd buy into the "oh it's so personally rewarding" stuff- but it kinda is
MongerSheila
Dec 5 @ 11:18 PM EST
Perfecto!
#TOSAchat
LisaGCeja
Dec 5 @ 11:18 PM EST
A2: There are 2 ways to sum up a teaching day: ❎They don't pay me enough to do this ✅They actually pay me to do this?! 😍
#TOSAchat
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:18 PM EST
just keep cracking away
#tosachat
#justkeepswimming
In reply to @rachelmarker
Roni_Habib
Dec 5 @ 11:18 PM EST
that's a great question... I love working with both but I think you are right. What do y'all think?
#TOSAchat
In reply to @EdTechSpec, @CV_Principal
EdTechSpec
Dec 5 @ 11:18 PM EST
Sometimes looking back at my expectations going into Edu, I think “awwww, so sweet & naive.” :-D
#TOSAchat
In reply to @Roni_Habib
rachelmarker
Dec 5 @ 11:18 PM EST
A2 Don't realize until your there how all-consuming it can be. The emotional connections are both wonderful and exhausting!
#TOSAchat
thedrmorgan
Dec 5 @ 11:19 PM EST
Definitely took a nostalgic walk down a street of hopes and dreams.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @kmartintahoe, @kerszi
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:19 PM EST
I think this often, but still feel niave as well
#tosachat
In reply to @EdTechSpec, @Roni_Habib
LaustenTeaching
Dec 5 @ 11:19 PM EST
It doesn’t matter how hard the day is - something amazing happened with a kid. No other job (even in edu.) has that.
#TOSAchat
#ssdedu
TosaChat
Dec 5 @ 11:14 PM EST
Question 2
#TOSAchat
@Roni_Habib
@cogswell_ben
@KarlyMoura
@kmartintahoe
@Jyoung1219
In reply to @Roni_Habib, @cogswell_ben, @KarlyMoura, @kmartintahoe, @Jyoung1219
KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:19 PM EST
You too?? I totally did that. Hubby said I would eventually want to adopt them all and we couldn't =(
#TOSAChat
In reply to @MsMarshallCMS
rachelmarker
Dec 5 @ 11:19 PM EST
And don't forget to celebrate the small wins
#TOSAchat
In reply to @cogswell_ben
Monica_M_Daniel
Dec 5 @ 11:19 PM EST
A2: My first 2 years were rough. I never anticipated all the politics and the workload outside of teaching my students.
#TOSAchat
Roni_Habib
Dec 5 @ 11:19 PM EST
Couldn't agree more. Relationships should always come first. Connection matters more than anything.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @thedrmorgan
EdTechHelper
Dec 5 @ 11:19 PM EST
A2: Didn't really consider teaching as a profession. Now that I'm in education, I'm excited to be part of the
#tosachat
revolution!
ohsoearly
Dec 5 @ 11:19 PM EST
A2
#TOSAchat
I remember before I started teaching when I enjoyed grading. That was so cute.
jyothisoto
Dec 5 @ 11:19 PM EST
#TOSAchat
A2: The behavior management thing has always been a pain for me...always looking for a hook so I don't have to deal with it. :)
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:19 PM EST
i still dislike the politics of it. And how I have to think thru how I"m going to spin things. Thank goodness 4 my
#TOSAchat
PLN
In reply to @EdTechSpec
peerlessgreen
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:19 PM EST
A2: it's been rollercoaster. Started just like i thought it would. Then I felt stifled for many yrs. Now it's back like it was.
#TOSAchat
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:19 PM EST
totally agree with this. The ups and downs are exhausting!
#tosachat
In reply to @rachelmarker
rachelmarker
Dec 5 @ 11:20 PM EST
This was my initial (internal) response. Glad you said it! So true.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @Roni_Habib
MarkLoundy
Dec 5 @ 11:20 PM EST
@TosaChat
A1 I fell into education in 2012 — my fourth career. I fell in love with it when I discovered I had something to offer.
#TOSAChat
In reply to @TosaChat
ucijp
Dec 5 @ 11:20 PM EST
Sometimes the bovine poop extends to Ss too. ;-)
#tosachat
In reply to @Roni_Habib
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:20 PM EST
#trudat
#tosachat
rachelmarker
Dec 5 @ 11:19 PM EST
And don't forget to celebrate the small wins
#TOSAchat
In reply to @cogswell_ben
sandramc59
Dec 5 @ 11:20 PM EST
LOL YES! I used to love helping my dad grade papers. Not so much fun now.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @ohsoearly
MistaB10
Dec 5 @ 11:20 PM EST
Agree! Love that...'way too data-y'.
#TOSAchat
#truth
In reply to @kerszi
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:20 PM EST
We are glad to have you!!!
#tosachat
EdTechHelper
Dec 5 @ 11:19 PM EST
A2: Didn't really consider teaching as a profession. Now that I'm in education, I'm excited to be part of the
#tosachat
revolution!
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:20 PM EST
really goes to show a T's depth of knowledge if they're an amazing T.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @ucijp
RemScience
Dec 5 @ 11:20 PM EST
I do. And I'm an extrovert. A theatre girl. You've seen the costumes. Lol
#TOSAchat
In reply to @EdTechSpec, @CV_Principal
peerlessgreen
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:20 PM EST
me too, but I feel like at least the creativity of teaching is coming back
#tosachat
In reply to @kerszi
thedrmorgan
Dec 5 @ 11:20 PM EST
HS T. kids wanted an authentic connection. They can hate science all they want, but I could get them to work for me.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @Roni_Habib
CaseyDunley
Dec 5 @ 11:20 PM EST
A2 Started in a small private school. Taught multiple subjects 5-8. Trial by fire. I had no idea being a T was such hard work.
#TosaChat
sandramc59
Dec 5 @ 11:21 PM EST
YAY for not feeling stifled!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @peerlessgreen
annkozma723
Dec 5 @ 11:21 PM EST
This. You said this so perfectly.
@Jyoung1219
#tosachat
In reply to @Jyoung1219
Jyoung1219
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:15 PM EST
A2: Starting career as Gr1 T was incredible to help Ss learn to read.
@annkozma723
& I love beauty in young readers taking flight
#tosachat
In reply to @annkozma723
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:21 PM EST
totes agree. I invited my own parents to come shadow me so they could see all the directions we get pulled in.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @Monica_M_Daniel
LaustenTeaching
Dec 5 @ 11:21 PM EST
Definitely! Education is, by nature, personal to those involved. It makes the politics more… intense.
#tosachat
@Monica_M_Daniel
Monica_M_Daniel
Dec 5 @ 11:19 PM EST
A2: My first 2 years were rough. I never anticipated all the politics and the workload outside of teaching my students.
#TOSAchat
kerszi
Dec 5 @ 11:21 PM EST
A walk down that street might take a toll on ya!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @thedrmorgan, @kmartintahoe
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:21 PM EST
this can be a challenge for sure!!
#bettereveryyear
#tosachat
In reply to @jyothisoto
KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:21 PM EST
YES!!!!! This right there. Totally on point.
#TOSAChat
LisaGCeja
Dec 5 @ 11:18 PM EST
A2: There are 2 ways to sum up a teaching day: ❎They don't pay me enough to do this ✅They actually pay me to do this?! 😍
#TOSAchat
rachelmarker
Dec 5 @ 11:21 PM EST
There's no other job quite like it, I don't think. Worth it, but I have to work hard to strike the balance!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @cogswell_ben
AmberKraver
Dec 5 @ 11:21 PM EST
A2: Surprised. I've learned what a risk taker & researcher I am, & others aren't. And ... students are THE BEST. It's a privilege.
#tosachat
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:22 PM EST
it's the part of my current role that exhausts me most.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @CV_Principal, @EdTechSpec
kerszi
Dec 5 @ 11:22 PM EST
I agree....it's getting better in the past 2-3 years. I think
#PBL
and
#MakerEd
movements are having an effect.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @peerlessgreen
rachelmarker
Dec 5 @ 11:22 PM EST
Absolutely. Major ebbs and flows, ups and downs.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @KarlyMoura
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:22 PM EST
thats what I am constantly working on
#tosachat
In reply to @rachelmarker
MsMarshallCMS
Dec 5 @ 11:22 PM EST
I've been asked b4 too. My answer is in the classroom we r family. I'm not shy around fam
#TOSAchat
In reply to @RemScience, @EdTechSpec, @CV_Principal
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:22 PM EST
I really like the new and interesting challenges
#tosachat
In reply to @MarkLoundy, @TosaChat
Naclem44
Dec 5 @ 11:22 PM EST
A2 This explains it all.
#TOSAchat
TosaChat
Dec 5 @ 11:23 PM EST
Question 3
#TOSAchat
@Roni_Habib
@cogswell_ben
@KarlyMoura
@kmartintahoe
@Jyoung1219
In reply to @Roni_Habib, @cogswell_ben, @KarlyMoura, @kmartintahoe, @Jyoung1219
jyothisoto
Dec 5 @ 11:23 PM EST
yes! I have actually heard teachers ask what Pinterest is...whaaat?
#TOSAchat
In reply to @AmberKraver
peerlessgreen
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:23 PM EST
big time. I think back to my first 2 yrs teaching ESL (as it was called "back then") and everything we did was "maker."
#tosachat
In reply to @kerszi
KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:23 PM EST
A3 I would start teacher genius hour.
#TOSAChat
ohsoearly
Dec 5 @ 11:23 PM EST
#TOSAchat
now I really can't get this song out of my head now
Jyoung1219
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:24 PM EST
A3: Def T 20% time. Provide opps for Ts to explore their passions. Add
#healthylivingedu
focuses for Ts: yoga, running, food, …
#tosachat
rachelmarker
Dec 5 @ 11:24 PM EST
So fun! I'm sure your life experiences enrich the Ss you work with!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @MarkLoundy, @TosaChat
MsHaughs
Dec 5 @ 11:24 PM EST
A2: Hopes & dreams part fulfilled everyday, but nobody warned me about all the politics, paperwork, mtgs...
#TOSAchat
TosaChat
Dec 5 @ 11:14 PM EST
Question 2
#TOSAchat
@Roni_Habib
@cogswell_ben
@KarlyMoura
@kmartintahoe
@Jyoung1219
In reply to @Roni_Habib, @cogswell_ben, @KarlyMoura, @kmartintahoe, @Jyoung1219
thedrmorgan
Dec 5 @ 11:24 PM EST
and we have a winner for the awesome award tonight. NICE.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @kerszi, @kmartintahoe
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:24 PM EST
happy to help. ;
#TOSAchat
In reply to @peerlessgreen
sandramc59
Dec 5 @ 11:24 PM EST
A3 I'd flip staff meetings and differentiate staff PD, great ?? so much more ....
#TOSAchat
Jyoung1219
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:24 PM EST
Must have been such a great experience for the kiddos
#TOSAchat
In reply to @peerlessgreen, @kerszi
anichols32
Dec 5 @ 11:24 PM EST
A3 Give every class a TARDIS so that we could all make more of the once resource we all need more of...TIME
#TOSAchat
MongerSheila
Dec 5 @ 11:24 PM EST
A3: I wish I could teach them to let go of control and let the kids guide more lessons My sites are too regimented!
#TOSAchat
TosaChat
Dec 5 @ 11:23 PM EST
Question 3
#TOSAchat
@Roni_Habib
@cogswell_ben
@KarlyMoura
@kmartintahoe
@Jyoung1219
In reply to @Roni_Habib, @cogswell_ben, @KarlyMoura, @kmartintahoe, @Jyoung1219
Jyoung1219
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:24 PM EST
What is Pinterest? :)
#TOSAchat
In reply to @jyothisoto, @AmberKraver
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:24 PM EST
A3: Give teachers more time to plan and collaborate, have a Barista in the teachers lounge, reduce class size
#tosachat
peerlessgreen
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:25 PM EST
it's the best! The best! You should hear my 10yo Girlchild rock this tune.
#tosachat
In reply to @ohsoearly
MistaB10
Dec 5 @ 11:25 PM EST
A1: Influenced by four amazing teachers. 15yrs to perfect my craft w Ss & now I help Ts w technology. Miss it though...
#TOSAchat
TosaChat
Dec 5 @ 11:05 PM EST
Question 1
#TOSAchat
@Roni_Habib
@cogswell_ben
@KarlyMoura
@kmartintahoe
@Jyoung1219
In reply to @Roni_Habib, @cogswell_ben, @KarlyMoura, @kmartintahoe, @Jyoung1219
EdTechSpec
Dec 5 @ 11:25 PM EST
I know, "I hate the politics" is more popular stance...but I don't hate them. I kinda like 'em 😈
#TOSAchat
In reply to @kmartintahoe, @CV_Principal
ohsoearly
Dec 5 @ 11:25 PM EST
A3
#TOSAchat
not for everyone, but I'm a hugger
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:25 PM EST
Thanks!! It does!
#tosachat
In reply to @EdTechHelper
MarkLoundy
Dec 5 @ 11:25 PM EST
@rachelmarker
I use everything. All of it. It's like I've been training for this all my life.
#TOSAChat
In reply to @rachelmarker
rachelmarker
Dec 5 @ 11:24 PM EST
So fun! I'm sure your life experiences enrich the Ss you work with!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @MarkLoundy, @TosaChat
Mrsmaulsby
Dec 5 @ 11:25 PM EST
Q2---My experience of being a T has overwhelming exceeded my expectations. Still my dream job. Explore and play with Lit. and Ss.
#tosachat
Jyoung1219
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:25 PM EST
I have a storm trooper shirt with that same concept.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @Naclem44
Roni_Habib
Dec 5 @ 11:25 PM EST
Time (or lack thereof) is definitely going to be a big theme here....
#TOSAchat
In reply to @anichols32
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:25 PM EST
they just exhaust me. I like the planning but not all. the. time.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @EdTechSpec, @CV_Principal
jyothisoto
Dec 5 @ 11:25 PM EST
#TOSAchat
A3: Add more collaboration time and less testing time!
EdTechSpec
Dec 5 @ 11:26 PM EST
A3: I work at a district level. I would reduce class size to 20 for anyone willing to try
#PBL
& more
#edtech
integration.
#TOSAchat
kerszi
Dec 5 @ 11:26 PM EST
Oh no....it's stuck in mine now, too. This one usually lingers for a few days, too!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @ohsoearly
rachelmarker
Dec 5 @ 11:26 PM EST
This is interesting. I think there are more introverts than we think
#TOSAchat
In reply to @MsMarshallCMS, @RemScience, @EdTechSpec, @CV_Principal
ucijp
Dec 5 @ 11:26 PM EST
A3 Ss have all these support systems but
#adjunctlife
is left to fend for selves.
#TOSAchat
TosaChat
Dec 5 @ 11:23 PM EST
Question 3
#TOSAchat
@Roni_Habib
@cogswell_ben
@KarlyMoura
@kmartintahoe
@Jyoung1219
In reply to @Roni_Habib, @cogswell_ben, @KarlyMoura, @kmartintahoe, @Jyoung1219
KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:26 PM EST
Great minds Joe =)
#TOSAChat
In reply to @Jyoung1219
MsMarshallCMS
Dec 5 @ 11:26 PM EST
A3 Mindfulness training for everyone.
#TOSAchat
ohsoearly
Dec 5 @ 11:26 PM EST
Peace out
#TOSAchat
. Time for This Is Us with those I live with
LaustenTeaching
Dec 5 @ 11:26 PM EST
A3: Time! Give Ts time to do peer observation, lesson study, genius hour - They’re passionately invested; time to refine the craft
#TOSAchat
TosaChat
Dec 5 @ 11:23 PM EST
Question 3
#TOSAchat
@Roni_Habib
@cogswell_ben
@KarlyMoura
@kmartintahoe
@Jyoung1219
In reply to @Roni_Habib, @cogswell_ben, @KarlyMoura, @kmartintahoe, @Jyoung1219
rachelmarker
Dec 5 @ 11:26 PM EST
The struggle is real!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @Monica_M_Daniel, @cogswell_ben
AmberKraver
Dec 5 @ 11:26 PM EST
A3: I would take things off their plates; provide collaborative prep time; manage parents as experts in PBL; allow risks/failure
#TOSAchat
anichols32
Dec 5 @ 11:26 PM EST
Now that would be a powerful addition!
#tosachat
In reply to @MsMarshallCMS
MongerSheila
Dec 5 @ 11:26 PM EST
A3: model multiple modes of demonstration, get out of the pen and paper model! Ss should have choice of demonstration
#TOSAchat
Roni_Habib
Dec 5 @ 11:27 PM EST
YES!!! :)
#TOSAchat
#eqschools
In reply to @MsMarshallCMS
FrauSusi
Dec 5 @ 11:27 PM EST
Q3: less time & emphasis on testing. Takes time away from instruction. Ts evaluated on Ss testing, Ss aren't invested in it.
#TOSAchat
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:27 PM EST
YES! Me for the win!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @ohsoearly
EdTechHelper
Dec 5 @ 11:27 PM EST
A3: I've noticed some teachers get lost in the "politics" of it all and can have a hard time focusing on what they love to do
#tosachat
CaseyDunley
Dec 5 @ 11:27 PM EST
A3 Smaller class sizes. More autonomy. More PBL. A flexible school day. More tech resources. A building set up for Ss to learn.
#TosaChat
EdTechSpec
Dec 5 @ 11:27 PM EST
Me too! Ppl assume since Ts work with Ss, we're all be extros--not so IME.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @rachelmarker, @MsMarshallCMS, @RemScience, @CV_Principal
ucijp
Dec 5 @ 11:27 PM EST
A3 continued... We end up being each other's sound boards to stay sane.
#TOSAchat
jyothisoto
Dec 5 @ 11:27 PM EST
awesome idea!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @EdTechSpec
MarkLoundy
Dec 5 @ 11:27 PM EST
Because of my experiences, I can innovate from directions that wouldn't have occurred to me with a conventional path
#TOSAChat
In reply to @rachelmarker
LisaGCeja
Dec 5 @ 11:28 PM EST
A3: Ts would have collaborative planning time & be recognized for their hard work more often. Oh & open bar happy hour weekly! 😉🍷
#TOSAchat
thedrmorgan
Dec 5 @ 11:28 PM EST
A3: Get rid of the "one more thing"
#TOSAchat
LaustenTeaching
Dec 5 @ 11:28 PM EST
As always, have to put in a mid-chat plug for people to expand their
#PLN
- see if you can follow 3 new people!
#TOSAchat
KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:28 PM EST
Thanks for joining us Aron! =)
#TOSAChat
In reply to @ohsoearly
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:29 PM EST
Great Idea Ben!
#tosachat
LaustenTeaching
Dec 5 @ 11:28 PM EST
As always, have to put in a mid-chat plug for people to expand their
#PLN
- see if you can follow 3 new people!
#TOSAchat
kerszi
Dec 5 @ 11:29 PM EST
A3: More instruc & tech coaches as supports, remove red tape barriers where possible, embrace shared leadership, & free coffee!
#tosachat
MongerSheila
Dec 5 @ 11:29 PM EST
A3: In my perfect school, it is open forum of Ss w/ Ts as coaches in a large flexible space! 100 Ss to 5 Ts, why not?
#TOSAchat
Roni_Habib
Dec 5 @ 11:29 PM EST
Hey guys, here is a shameless plug for my next conference on April 22 and 23. Teaching to the human core
https://t.co/6Be5NN0k0Z
#TOSAchat
rachelmarker
Dec 5 @ 11:29 PM EST
Many are extros. You can't miss 'em! Impt for introvrts to play role!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @EdTechSpec, @MsMarshallCMS, @RemScience, @CV_Principal
EdTechHelper
Dec 5 @ 11:29 PM EST
A3: With regard to tech. Teachers like an empathetic support person who can help achieve their tech goals for their classroom
#TOSAchat
KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:29 PM EST
Open bar happy hour???? I'm coming to work for you!
#TOSAChat
In reply to @LisaGCeja
sandramc59
Dec 5 @ 11:30 PM EST
A3 Ban the phrase "we've always done it this way..."
#TOSAchat
CV_Principal
Dec 5 @ 11:30 PM EST
A3 No Periods. No Bells. No Grades. Creation of Innovative Centers. Student Led Conferences. Blended Instruction.
#tosachat
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:30 PM EST
done!!!
#tosachat
In reply to @LaustenTeaching
thedrmorgan
Dec 5 @ 11:30 PM EST
I can't hit the heart enough times on this one.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @sandramc59
gailrm10
Dec 5 @ 11:30 PM EST
Join Educators around the Globe at
#ettsummit
#TOSAchat
#caedchat
EdTechTeacher21
Dec 5 @ 8:03 PM EST
Tomorrow is the last day to save on
#ettSummit
San Diego!
https://t.co/uWjtr6GLNu
rachelmarker
Dec 5 @ 11:30 PM EST
Agree. I did many things before teaching, too. Def expands my perspective and how I approach my teaching.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @MarkLoundy
peerlessgreen
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:30 PM EST
A3: Fun to me is music and games. So
#BreakoutEDU
staff mtgs and music/movies trivia games. Also I would want Ts feeing valued.
#TOSAchat
EdTechSpec
Dec 5 @ 11:30 PM EST
Fo' sho! I always to find one as a thought partner
#TOSAchat
In reply to @rachelmarker, @MsMarshallCMS, @RemScience, @CV_Principal
MarkLoundy
Dec 5 @ 11:31 PM EST
A3 Smaller classes, dedicated circulatiing co-teachers to allow more PD and innovation. Almost zero testing.
#TOSAChat
In reply to @TosaChat
LaustenTeaching
Dec 5 @ 11:31 PM EST
Great idea! To play in context: What meetings can be hosted off-campus?
#TOSAchat
@KarlyMoura
@LisaGCeja
In reply to @KarlyMoura, @LisaGCeja
KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:29 PM EST
Open bar happy hour???? I'm coming to work for you!
#TOSAChat
In reply to @LisaGCeja
LisaGCeja
Dec 5 @ 11:31 PM EST
hah! Yep, that's how we'd end every week if I had a school. It would be a mandatory meeting.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @KarlyMoura
kerszi
Dec 5 @ 11:31 PM EST
It looks great! Wow!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @Roni_Habib
KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:31 PM EST
BAM! I'm there =)
#TOSAChat
In reply to @LisaGCeja
sandramc59
Dec 5 @ 11:31 PM EST
YES! I think my life experience made me a better teacher!
#tosachat
In reply to @rachelmarker, @MarkLoundy
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:31 PM EST
ban the TTWWADI!
@friEdTechnology
#TOSAchat
In reply to @sandramc59, @friEdTechnology
JoyceBronwyn
Dec 5 @ 11:31 PM EST
#tosachat
Hi everyone, Bronwyn in Australia just jumped in to your chat but love what I am reading.
TosaChat
Dec 5 @ 11:32 PM EST
Question 4
#TOSAchat
@Roni_Habib
@cogswell_ben
@KarlyMoura
@kmartintahoe
@Jyoung1219
In reply to @Roni_Habib, @cogswell_ben, @KarlyMoura, @kmartintahoe, @Jyoung1219
MsHaughs
Dec 5 @ 11:32 PM EST
Barista... good call!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @cogswell_ben
MarkLoundy
Dec 5 @ 11:32 PM EST
Stop it, Joe.
#TOSAChat
In reply to @Jyoung1219
LaustenTeaching
Dec 5 @ 11:32 PM EST
FTW - nice work
@cogswell_ben
#TOSAchat
It’s amazing how often we forget to take the 0.2 seconds to click “follow” on new, great people!
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:30 PM EST
done!!!
#tosachat
In reply to @LaustenTeaching
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:32 PM EST
seriously!! I little caffeine can go a long way
#tosachat
In reply to @CaseyDunley
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:32 PM EST
omg NO to staff meetings that could have been an email! So tired of those!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @peerlessgreen
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:32 PM EST
Thanks for joining us from the other side of the pond
#tosachat
In reply to @JoyceBronwyn
Monica_M_Daniel
Dec 5 @ 11:32 PM EST
A3: Minimize class time, help minimize busy work and provide more positive feedback.
#TOSAChat
RemScience
Dec 5 @ 11:32 PM EST
A3: Trying new things. Rewarding accomplishments. Celebrating Ss and Ts. My current P does a lot of this. It's
#eduawesome
#TOSAchat
Jyoung1219
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:32 PM EST
Welcome Bronwyn. We're glad you're here.
#tosachat
In reply to @JoyceBronwyn
JoyceBronwyn
Dec 5 @ 11:32 PM EST
#tosachat
Q3 Teachers need to hear good job more often, thanks and support to trial new ideas & collaborative approaches.
Jyoung1219
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:33 PM EST
A4: I think time management & project management are key things for me. Managing huge # of emails too!
#tosachat
SkyWinings
Dec 5 @ 11:33 PM EST
Ya... that's impossible... they think we show movies and put our feet up reading a newspaper like the old days
#TOSAchat
In reply to @kmartintahoe
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:33 PM EST
can't function without coffee
#tosachat
In reply to @MsHaughs
CV_Principal
Dec 5 @ 11:33 PM EST
A3 Learning through Play and Discovery
#tosachat
MarkLoundy
Dec 5 @ 11:33 PM EST
@ohsoearly
More hugs!
#TOSAChat
In reply to @ohsoearly
ohsoearly
Dec 5 @ 11:25 PM EST
A3
#TOSAchat
not for everyone, but I'm a hugger
kerszi
Dec 5 @ 11:33 PM EST
From NJ? Not sure if I can pull that one off,but I sure would love to! I want 2 spend more time learning from CA edus!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @Roni_Habib
peerlessgreen
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:33 PM EST
of course. But team building is important. So we'd come together for breakouts and talk about necessary stuff.
#tosachat
In reply to @kmartintahoe
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:33 PM EST
welcome Bronwyn! We still have another 30 min. Glad you're here.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @JoyceBronwyn
Jyoung1219
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:33 PM EST
I never check my account. Don't even know why I still have it.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @MarkLoundy
JoyceBronwyn
Dec 5 @ 11:33 PM EST
We got rid of our all meeting must have a PD focus emails for admin stuff.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @kmartintahoe, @peerlessgreen
EdTechSpec
Dec 5 @ 11:34 PM EST
A4: To some of you, this may sound like
#weakSauce
, but: Drop Outlook & MS Office, use
#Gmail
&
#GSuiteEdu
#EfficiencyMatters
#TOSAChat
Jyoung1219
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:34 PM EST
For me it's sleep
#tosachat
In reply to @cogswell_ben, @MsHaughs
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:34 PM EST
that's awesome!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @JoyceBronwyn, @peerlessgreen
MarkLoundy
Dec 5 @ 11:34 PM EST
Ditto. But others make great use of it.
#TOSAChat
In reply to @Jyoung1219
MongerSheila
Dec 5 @ 11:34 PM EST
A4: I wish for more Ss contact time and less Admin time
#TOSAchat
TosaChat
Dec 5 @ 11:32 PM EST
Question 4
#TOSAchat
@Roni_Habib
@cogswell_ben
@KarlyMoura
@kmartintahoe
@Jyoung1219
In reply to @Roni_Habib, @cogswell_ben, @KarlyMoura, @kmartintahoe, @Jyoung1219
RemScience
Dec 5 @ 11:34 PM EST
A3: part 2 Teach Ts to be fearless. Encourage them to teach Ss the same. Then reward victories.
#TOSAchat
anichols32
Dec 5 @ 11:34 PM EST
Have to get up in 5 hours. Popping out to get some sleep.
#tosachat
KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:34 PM EST
Thanks for the reminder Ben!! Done. =)
#TOSAChat
LaustenTeaching
Dec 5 @ 11:28 PM EST
As always, have to put in a mid-chat plug for people to expand their
#PLN
- see if you can follow 3 new people!
#TOSAchat
rachelmarker
Dec 5 @ 11:34 PM EST
A3 Free americanos + 10-min massages. Less data collection. Encourage culture of innovation and sharing ideas, wins and fails!
#TOSAchat
peerlessgreen
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:34 PM EST
one of the sites I work with is slowly dabbling in Edcamp style staff mtgs. So beneficial for all
#tosachat
In reply to @JoyceBronwyn, @kmartintahoe
jyothisoto
Dec 5 @ 11:34 PM EST
#TOSAchat
A4: PAPERWORK! So many spreadsheets, data, etc....need an assistant!
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:34 PM EST
A4: I didn't have an answer till this one came up ;)
#tosachat
EdTechSpec
Dec 5 @ 11:34 PM EST
A4: To some of you, this may sound like
#weakSauce
, but: Drop Outlook & MS Office, use
#Gmail
&
#GSuiteEdu
#EfficiencyMatters
#TOSAChat
sandramc59
Dec 5 @ 11:34 PM EST
A5 I'd like the teachers I'm coaching to have more release time to work w/ me and observe others.
#TOSAchat
JoyceBronwyn
Dec 5 @ 11:34 PM EST
just finished class and am student free
#TOSAchat
In reply to @cogswell_ben
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:35 PM EST
A4.2: This is my other answer for this question
#tosachat
rachelmarker
Dec 5 @ 11:34 PM EST
A3 Free americanos + 10-min massages. Less data collection. Encourage culture of innovation and sharing ideas, wins and fails!
#TOSAchat
Jyoung1219
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:35 PM EST
And a clean & organized work space.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @cogswell_ben, @MsHaughs
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:35 PM EST
PREACH!
#TOSAchat
EdTechSpec
Dec 5 @ 11:34 PM EST
A4: To some of you, this may sound like
#weakSauce
, but: Drop Outlook & MS Office, use
#Gmail
&
#GSuiteEdu
#EfficiencyMatters
#TOSAChat
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:35 PM EST
I can do that at work, but a impossible at home :p
#tosachat
In reply to @Jyoung1219, @MsHaughs
Jyoung1219
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:35 PM EST
@TosaChat
@Roni_Habib
@cogswell_ben
@KarlyMoura
@kmartintahoe
Powerful tweet!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @MongerSheila, @TosaChat, @Roni_Habib, @cogswell_ben, @KarlyMoura, @kmartintahoe
rachelmarker
Dec 5 @ 11:35 PM EST
Good thing I'm 7 mins behind. Happy to accommodate. :)
#TOSAchat
In reply to @cogswell_ben
peerlessgreen
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:35 PM EST
#tosachat
#fluffysquishy
In reply to @MarkLoundy, @ohsoearly
teachteKBeck
Dec 5 @ 11:35 PM EST
Or leadership meetings.
#TOSAchat
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:32 PM EST
omg NO to staff meetings that could have been an email! So tired of those!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @peerlessgreen
kerszi
Dec 5 @ 11:35 PM EST
A4: This changes all the time for me. Right now, it's expediency. Quicker decisions, changes, actions.
#tosachat
rachelmarker
Dec 5 @ 11:35 PM EST
Great reminder!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @LaustenTeaching
ucijp
Dec 5 @ 11:35 PM EST
A4 I really wish for
#highered
to stop treating
#adjuncts
as 2nd class citizens. An entire school is crammed into one tiny office.
#TOSAchat
TosaChat
Dec 5 @ 11:32 PM EST
Question 4
#TOSAchat
@Roni_Habib
@cogswell_ben
@KarlyMoura
@kmartintahoe
@Jyoung1219
In reply to @Roni_Habib, @cogswell_ben, @KarlyMoura, @kmartintahoe, @Jyoung1219
LaustenTeaching
Dec 5 @ 11:36 PM EST
OOOOHH! I like this!
@jyothisoto
Lift some of the clerical tasks so Ts can focus on teaching
#TOSAchat
In reply to @jyothisoto
jyothisoto
Dec 5 @ 11:34 PM EST
#TOSAchat
A4: PAPERWORK! So many spreadsheets, data, etc....need an assistant!
MsMarshallCMS
Dec 5 @ 11:36 PM EST
A4 More time for peer observation would be great
#TOSAchat
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:36 PM EST
very nice!!
#tosachat
In reply to @JoyceBronwyn
sandramc59
Dec 5 @ 11:36 PM EST
A5 oh and it would be nice if the union didn't bash TOSAs
#TOSAchat
@MongerSheila
In reply to @MongerSheila
rachelmarker
Dec 5 @ 11:36 PM EST
It's impt to feel recognized and valued. I wrote my boss a TY note for that just this week!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @RemScience
RemScience
Dec 5 @ 11:36 PM EST
A4: My ideas, my adventures, my attempts to be fearless. And I'm actually getting that. It's amazing!
#TOSAchat
JoyceBronwyn
Dec 5 @ 11:36 PM EST
#tosachat
for teachers to take risks they need to know that they can. I take them without permission & worry later & my Ss flourish.
KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:36 PM EST
A4 I wish we could trade roles more often. I think having to plan/present pd would create an appreciation for how hard it can be +
#TOSAChat
CV_Principal
Dec 5 @ 11:36 PM EST
Q4 People willing to have a growth mindset.
#tosachat
LaustenTeaching
Dec 5 @ 11:37 PM EST
#tosachat
Uh-oh - device death = early departure. Great to see everyone - talk next week!
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:37 PM EST
I don't understand this even though i've
#beenthere
#TOSAchat
In reply to @sandramc59, @MongerSheila
MongerSheila
Dec 5 @ 11:37 PM EST
A4: the support I need is in admin time, scheduling, paperwork, meeting prep... How can I do all this AND TEACH!
#TOSAchat
LisaGCeja
Dec 5 @ 11:37 PM EST
Yes, a pet peeve of mine if staff is still using non-digital, non-collaborative, non-live tools.
#gsuiteedu
please!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @EdTechSpec
JoyceBronwyn
Dec 5 @ 11:37 PM EST
Wow would love to know more about this Jody.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @peerlessgreen, @kmartintahoe
KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:37 PM EST
A4.b I wish I could be in the classroom for longer periods of time to stay more relevant. As a TOSA I forget day to day stuff.
#TOSAChat
ucijp
Dec 5 @ 11:37 PM EST
A4 continued - Some days where I have to hold office hours somewhere else on campus because of the overcrowded
#adjunct
office.
#TOSAchat
CaseyDunley
Dec 5 @ 11:38 PM EST
A4 Organization & emsils? No, seriously, the paperwork & data collection. My desk looks like sticky notes are trying to take over!
#TOSAchat
Monica_M_Daniel
Dec 5 @ 11:38 PM EST
A4: I cover more than one school site so I'd say more support from principals.
#TOSAChat
EdTechSpec
Dec 5 @ 11:38 PM EST
It could only have been an email if everyone would read their damn email!!!
#TOSAchat
😡😤
In reply to @kmartintahoe, @peerlessgreen
ucijp
Dec 5 @ 11:38 PM EST
A4 continued - On some days I have to hold office hours somewhere else on campus because of the overcrowded
#adjunct
office.
#TOSAchat
JoyceBronwyn
Dec 5 @ 11:38 PM EST
#tosachat
Q4 Support for my globalised classroom, for having Ss that can think outside the box, being creative - Feel like a lone solider!
EQ_Schools
Dec 5 @ 11:39 PM EST
O.K - one more plug - for my new podcast with my brother
#TOSAchat
Be happy, whatever the F*** that means
https://t.co/gdWPGOeOUv
Roni_Habib
Dec 5 @ 11:39 PM EST
O.K - one more plug - for my new podcast with my brother
#TOSAchat
Be happy, whatever the F*** that means
https://t.co/TNa9yKokyb
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:39 PM EST
i know. :(
#TOSAchat
In reply to @EdTechSpec, @peerlessgreen
EdTechHelper
Dec 5 @ 11:39 PM EST
Tech ed supporters, especially first responders, need customer service training to ensure they are prepped to meet ED expectations
#TOSAchat
rachelmarker
Dec 5 @ 11:39 PM EST
A4 Following
@MsMarshallCMS
lead: more time for peer observation. And longer planning periods in K-5.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @MsMarshallCMS
KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:39 PM EST
I have to say I'm pretty dang lucky with the amount of admin and teacher support I have
@SunTerrace1
. Very thankful.
#TOSAChat
In reply to @SunTerrace1
MsHaughs
Dec 5 @ 11:40 PM EST
I'm sooo much better in an organized place too! Somehow as a TOSA tho I can't keep my office clean 😕
#tosachat
In reply to @Jyoung1219, @cogswell_ben
slogue89
Dec 5 @ 11:40 PM EST
I miss
#TOSAchat
this dang workout is killing me...I'll be back soon. Hi everyone!
MongerSheila
Dec 5 @ 11:40 PM EST
hearing you! I have had up to 4 sites at a time, each principal has different level of support, understanding! YIKES
#TOSAchat
Monica_M_Daniel
Dec 5 @ 11:38 PM EST
A4: I cover more than one school site so I'd say more support from principals.
#TOSAChat
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:40 PM EST
it's about the only thing I can keep clean. my drive is a mess
#tosachat
In reply to @MsHaughs, @Jyoung1219
MarkLoundy
Dec 5 @ 11:40 PM EST
Pet peeve.
#TOSAChat
In reply to @EdTechSpec
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:40 PM EST
A4: I need a data assistant. like full time 6 hours a day.
#TOSAchat
TosaChat
Dec 5 @ 11:41 PM EST
Question 5
#TOSAchat
@Roni_Habib
@cogswell_ben
@KarlyMoura
@kmartintahoe
@Jyoung1219
In reply to @Roni_Habib, @cogswell_ben, @KarlyMoura, @kmartintahoe, @Jyoung1219
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:41 PM EST
Keep up the good work sir
#tosachat
In reply to @slogue89
peerlessgreen
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:41 PM EST
Started "Lavatory Learning" posters this yr. Ts complained. I said, "Well, if you'd read your email..."
#tosachat
In reply to @EdTechSpec, @kmartintahoe
Jyoung1219
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:41 PM EST
My work Drive is better than my personal gmail drive. Fortunately
#TOSAchat
In reply to @cogswell_ben, @MsHaughs
Roni_Habib
Dec 5 @ 11:41 PM EST
Q4 - I wish I could have a virtual assistant who would do all the grading and data entry for me. Would that be nice?
#TOSAchat
JoyceBronwyn
Dec 5 @ 11:41 PM EST
#tosachat
Q4 Big whinge is I wish we had time to write reports instead of using all our own time. They take so long!!!!
Jyoung1219
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:41 PM EST
Office? You have a whole office? Cool
#TOSAchat
In reply to @MsHaughs, @cogswell_ben
sandramc59
Dec 5 @ 11:41 PM EST
A5 what come up is, "but what about the kids..."
#TOSAchat
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:41 PM EST
A5: It stresses me out bc the work will have to get done. No one else will do my job. since i have like 4 jobs in 1.
#TOSAchat
SkyWinings
Dec 5 @ 11:41 PM EST
A4: Have a team of Ts/ Tosa to validate best practices &
#innovation
- T:S ratio is too Hi @ HS - & site of great colleagues
#TOSAchat
Jyoung1219
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:42 PM EST
A5: More time for myself = more running, greater happiness, more reading, more 20% time, connecting w others, …
#tosachat
KaraDelMar
Dec 5 @ 11:42 PM EST
A4: Teacher teams working together at top capacity.
#tosachat
MongerSheila
Dec 5 @ 11:42 PM EST
A5 I wake up already behind on the day!
#TOSAchat
#FOMO
TosaChat
Dec 5 @ 11:41 PM EST
Question 5
#TOSAchat
@Roni_Habib
@cogswell_ben
@KarlyMoura
@kmartintahoe
@Jyoung1219
In reply to @Roni_Habib, @cogswell_ben, @KarlyMoura, @kmartintahoe, @Jyoung1219
MsHaughs
Dec 5 @ 11:42 PM EST
Oooh, massages too?? The suggestions are getting better & better!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @rachelmarker
LisaGCeja
Dec 5 @ 11:42 PM EST
Oh my, "Lavatory Learning"... I have to steal that one!
#TOSAchat
peerlessgreen
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:41 PM EST
Started "Lavatory Learning" posters this yr. Ts complained. I said, "Well, if you'd read your email..."
#tosachat
In reply to @EdTechSpec, @kmartintahoe
MarkLoundy
Dec 5 @ 11:42 PM EST
@KarlyMoura
Same here at
@DeVargasSchool
#TOSAChat
In reply to @KarlyMoura, @DeVargasSchool
KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:39 PM EST
I have to say I'm pretty dang lucky with the amount of admin and teacher support I have
@SunTerrace1
. Very thankful.
#TOSAChat
In reply to @SunTerrace1
rachelmarker
Dec 5 @ 11:42 PM EST
Gotta scram early tonight
#TOSAchat
. TY
@roni_habib
for a great chat!
In reply to @Roni_Habib
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:42 PM EST
A5: I need to say no to the one more thing. I am getting better at it but still need some work
#tosachat
peerlessgreen
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:42 PM EST
It is. How does this behavior get enabled? Why does this problem still exist?
#tosachat
@EdTechSpec
@kmartintahoe
In reply to @CV_Principal, @EdTechSpec, @kmartintahoe
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:42 PM EST
thanks for the great convo!
#tosachat
In reply to @rachelmarker
EdTechSpec
Dec 5 @ 11:42 PM EST
I 💘 you so much right now. You're my favoritest one of all.
#HellaGoogley
@kmartintahoe
#TOSAchat
In reply to @peerlessgreen, @kmartintahoe
RemScience
Dec 5 @ 11:43 PM EST
Yes!!! I now direct all email to my phone but would be nice to only have one work email.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @EdTechSpec
Roni_Habib
Dec 5 @ 11:43 PM EST
And makes you a much better teacher.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @Jyoung1219
KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:43 PM EST
A5 Guilt
#TOSAChat
sandramc59
Dec 5 @ 11:43 PM EST
A5 cont. That said, self care is super important, work life balance, all that. Life is short, make it worth it
#tosachat
peerlessgreen
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:43 PM EST
I'll send you my links. :)
#tosachat
@EdTechSpec
@kmartintahoe
In reply to @LisaGCeja, @EdTechSpec, @kmartintahoe
MsMarshallCMS
Dec 5 @ 11:43 PM EST
Who needs Pinterest when there's so many amazing things you forgot about in your Drive
#TOSAchat
In reply to @cogswell_ben, @MsHaughs, @Jyoung1219
SkyWinings
Dec 5 @ 11:43 PM EST
Don't we all have multiple jobs.....Ts, psychologist, parent, mentor, creator of curriculum, tech of
#gafe
..etc
#TOSAchat
In reply to @kmartintahoe
JoyceBronwyn
Dec 5 @ 11:43 PM EST
#tosachat
Q5 Family time, less exhaustion, a social life and actually sitting having a conversation with my husband some times.
LisaGCeja
Dec 5 @ 11:43 PM EST
Yes, links please! Thank you. :)
#TOSAchat
In reply to @peerlessgreen, @EdTechSpec, @kmartintahoe
EdTechSpec
Dec 5 @ 11:44 PM EST
A5: Literally this: “Oh, that reminds me, I was going to get my former therapist to help me find a new one local to me.”
#TOSAchat
😂 😁👍
MarkLoundy
Dec 5 @ 11:44 PM EST
A5 I break out in a cold sweat. The workaholic thing is working for me at this point in my life.
#TOSAChat
In reply to @TosaChat
sandramc59
Dec 5 @ 11:44 PM EST
Oh yes, which is BS...we are all teachers!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @CaseyDunley, @MongerSheila
kerszi
Dec 5 @ 11:44 PM EST
A5: Dorkiest answer ever: Tending to my work IS tending to myself b/c I really, really enjoy it! I'm so lucky!
#tosachat
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:44 PM EST
my last P stopped printing emails & required Ts to check daily. Not reading wasnt excuse.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @peerlessgreen, @CV_Principal, @EdTechSpec
peerlessgreen
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:44 PM EST
AWWWWW, thanks! Totally took the idea from the mothership.
#tosachat
In reply to @EdTechSpec, @kmartintahoe
MarkLoundy
Dec 5 @ 11:44 PM EST
A5 I'm actually pretty balanced.
#TOSAChat
In reply to @TosaChat
RemScience
Dec 5 @ 11:44 PM EST
A5: Google Classroom and pedicures. Ha!
#TOSAchat
ucijp
Dec 5 @ 11:44 PM EST
A5 I'll be getting my much needed vacation in the winter.
#TOSAchat
TosaChat
Dec 5 @ 11:41 PM EST
Question 5
#TOSAchat
@Roni_Habib
@cogswell_ben
@KarlyMoura
@kmartintahoe
@Jyoung1219
In reply to @Roni_Habib, @cogswell_ben, @KarlyMoura, @kmartintahoe, @Jyoung1219
EdTechSpec
Dec 5 @ 11:44 PM EST
Due to ppl who say things like: "You want me to teach, or read email!?"
#FalseDichotomy
#TOSAchat
In reply to @peerlessgreen, @CV_Principal, @kmartintahoe
jyothisoto
Dec 5 @ 11:45 PM EST
#TOSAchat
A5: when I am actually able to unplug, I am able to deal with home better but then when I reconnect with work there are mointains!
JoyceBronwyn
Dec 5 @ 11:45 PM EST
#tosachat
Q5 More time to dedicate to my passion of
#globaled
to upgrade my website
https://t.co/wfDBOBT6MY
& travel to visit schools.
JoyceBronwyn
Dec 5 @ 11:45 PM EST
#tosachat
Q5 More time to dedicate to my passion of
#globaled
to upgrade my website
https://t.co/6IM2Ufh3kC
& travel to visit schools.
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:45 PM EST
never had a pedi, but I am open! Sounds like it might be nice minus the color on nails
#tosachat
In reply to @RemScience
MsMarshallCMS
Dec 5 @ 11:45 PM EST
I invited ALL to a party @ my house at the end of an email just to see if anyone read it
#TOSAchat
In reply to @EdTechSpec, @kmartintahoe, @peerlessgreen
kerszi
Dec 5 @ 11:45 PM EST
Yup! I'm with ya!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @MarkLoundy, @TosaChat
MsHaughs
Dec 5 @ 11:45 PM EST
A4:This! Would love support making this happen.
#TOSAchat
KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:37 PM EST
A4.b I wish I could be in the classroom for longer periods of time to stay more relevant. As a TOSA I forget day to day stuff.
#TOSAChat
RemScience
Dec 5 @ 11:45 PM EST
Palm Springs pedis?
#cue17
#TOSAchat
In reply to @cogswell_ben
SkyWinings
Dec 5 @ 11:45 PM EST
I'm a jelly fish
#TOSAchat
In reply to @MarkLoundy, @TosaChat
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:46 PM EST
YES! I love this! What a great check!
#TOSAchat
MsMarshallCMS
Dec 5 @ 11:45 PM EST
I invited ALL to a party @ my house at the end of an email just to see if anyone read it
#TOSAchat
In reply to @EdTechSpec, @kmartintahoe, @peerlessgreen
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:46 PM EST
this sounds nice!!
#tosachat
In reply to @RemScience
EdTechHelper
Dec 5 @ 11:46 PM EST
A5: Just getting started so I'm not looking to work less at this pt. Trying to find ways to improve
#EfficiencyMatters
#tosachat
MsHaughs
Dec 5 @ 11:46 PM EST
The TOSA Oasis for all the TOSAs :) 🌴🍹
#TOSAchat
In reply to @Jyoung1219, @cogswell_ben
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:46 PM EST
took me a lot of practice
#tosachat
In reply to @CV_Principal
LisaGCeja
Dec 5 @ 11:46 PM EST
That's a genius idea!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @MsMarshallCMS, @EdTechSpec, @kmartintahoe, @peerlessgreen
kerszi
Dec 5 @ 11:46 PM EST
@TosaChat
Random question: is TOSA a California term? A west-coast term? I don't think anyone back East knows it. (I didn't.)
#tosachat
In reply to @TosaChat
Monica_M_Daniel
Dec 5 @ 11:46 PM EST
A5: Panic because I just don't have time for that. However, I really really enjoy the work.
#TOSAchat
CV_Principal
Dec 5 @ 11:47 PM EST
A5 Making myself leave early. More ME time.
#TOSAchat
CaseyDunley
Dec 5 @ 11:47 PM EST
A5 I need to give myself time to read all the professional reading on my desk. No time. Maybe I need to set up SSR for me daily!
#TOSAchat
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:48 PM EST
not Cali specific. But I think it's more prevalent in the West.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @kerszi, @TosaChat
RemScience
Dec 5 @ 11:48 PM EST
I got one during
#cue14
Remember, National overlaps my birthday every year pretty much.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @cogswell_ben
peerlessgreen
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:48 PM EST
yes! How many showed!? One P mentioned putting prize hooks in emails to get Ts to read.
#tosachat
In reply to @MsMarshallCMS, @EdTechSpec, @kmartintahoe
EdTechSpec
Dec 5 @ 11:48 PM EST
Yes, I think it is, def western. I have run into this same ? from folks back east at conferences here and in CO.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @kerszi, @TosaChat
MsHaughs
Dec 5 @ 11:48 PM EST
Subscribed!!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @Roni_Habib
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:48 PM EST
Can we just book the whole place and can i have a cocktail at the same time?
#tosachat
In reply to @RemScience
TosaChat
Dec 5 @ 11:49 PM EST
Question 6
#TOSAchat
@Roni_Habib
@cogswell_ben
@KarlyMoura
@kmartintahoe
@Jyoung1219
In reply to @Roni_Habib, @cogswell_ben, @KarlyMoura, @kmartintahoe, @Jyoung1219
peerlessgreen
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:49 PM EST
working on building the lav learning website. Will post links ASAP!!
#tosachat
In reply to @LisaGCeja, @EdTechSpec, @kmartintahoe
Jyoung1219
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:49 PM EST
Fantastic efforts to build global connections.
@sr_tutor
@JenWilliamsEdu
#TOSAchat
In reply to @JoyceBronwyn, @sr_tutor, @JenWilliamsEdu
MsMarshallCMS
Dec 5 @ 11:49 PM EST
A5 If I tended to myself more, I'd get more sleep>feel healthier>be able to do more work. I really need to sleep more.
#TOSAchat
RemScience
Dec 5 @ 11:49 PM EST
I had wine with mine. I'll have to look up the place.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @cogswell_ben
Jyoung1219
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:50 PM EST
A6: Possibilities An important message to remember as coaches.
#tosachat
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:50 PM EST
yeah i hear you.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @MsMarshallCMS
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:50 PM EST
i'm in
#tosachat
In reply to @RemScience
ucijp
Dec 5 @ 11:50 PM EST
Come to think of it, I really need my own bot.
#tosachat
KaraDelMar
Dec 5 @ 11:50 PM EST
A5: I'm not very good at tending to myself...
#TOSAchat
RemScience
Dec 5 @ 11:50 PM EST
Rock on!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @cogswell_ben
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:50 PM EST
you and me both, sister!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @KaraDelMar
Jyoung1219
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:51 PM EST
A6cont: My boss has this quote written on her board. Inspired by it, I created this image.
#tosachat
Monica_M_Daniel
Dec 5 @ 11:51 PM EST
I hear you same here
#TOSAchat
In reply to @KaraDelMar
kerszi
Dec 5 @ 11:51 PM EST
Me too! And on that note, it's midnight in NJ and I think it's time to hit the hay! G'nite,
#TOSAchat
friends!
In reply to @MsMarshallCMS
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:51 PM EST
night Kathi! Thanks for joining us!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @kerszi, @MsMarshallCMS
Jyoung1219
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:52 PM EST
A6cont: I created this image from what my colleague
@manglaozaduv
said earlier in the year. Great daily focus
#tosachat
ucijp
Dec 5 @ 11:52 PM EST
A6 One day I won't have to freeway fly anymore?
#tosachat
#fulltimeby40
TosaChat
Dec 5 @ 11:49 PM EST
Question 6
#TOSAchat
@Roni_Habib
@cogswell_ben
@KarlyMoura
@kmartintahoe
@Jyoung1219
In reply to @Roni_Habib, @cogswell_ben, @KarlyMoura, @kmartintahoe, @Jyoung1219
KaraDelMar
Dec 5 @ 11:52 PM EST
I wake up at 3:00 AM and think school thoughts. UGH!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @Roni_Habib
MongerSheila
Dec 5 @ 11:52 PM EST
A6: I have done this! "I am expanding my circle of influence" was my first.
#choosegratitude
#choosehappiness
@sandramc59
#TOSAchat
In reply to @sandramc59
Naclem44
Dec 5 @ 11:52 PM EST
Q6 Make a collage of all the nice things the "trouble students" have written, as a reminder that things are going to be alright.
#TOSAchat
KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:52 PM EST
Me too. =(
#TOSAChat
In reply to @KaraDelMar, @Roni_Habib
MsHaughs
Dec 5 @ 11:52 PM EST
Me too... Work & hobbies overlap a bit :)
#TOSAchat
In reply to @kerszi
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:52 PM EST
A6: Each day I am smiling and growing with those around me
#tosachat
Jyoung1219
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:53 PM EST
A6cont: I always go back to my passion. This image was created by 1 of my
#eduheroes
@JenWilliamsEdu
#tosachat
In reply to @JenWilliamsEdu
EdTechSpec
Dec 5 @ 11:53 PM EST
And by "early" do you mean "on time."
#Guilty
#TOSAchat
I rarely leave work before 6.
In reply to @CV_Principal
Mrsmaulsby
Dec 5 @ 11:53 PM EST
I have approx. 25 years in the classroom and each time I venture out, I feel I lose that relevance TOO quickly.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @KarlyMoura
KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:53 PM EST
@MsHaughs
yupppp same here! Creating
#HyperDocs
is my Happy Place!
#NotAshamed
#TOSAChat
In reply to @kerszi, @MsHaughs
RemScience
Dec 5 @ 11:53 PM EST
A6: Each day I am inspired by the creativity of my Ss and by the willingness to try new things by my colleagues.
#outsidethebox
#TOSAchat
peerlessgreen
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:53 PM EST
A6: You mean like, "You're good enough, you're smart enough, and doggone it, people like you,"? ~Stuart Smalley
#tosachat
SkyWinings
Dec 5 @ 11:53 PM EST
I'm on my 3rd lab (2 digital) & flippped prelabs - save time to get time in past four days.taking care of my need.please advise???
#TOSAchat
MarkLoundy
Dec 5 @ 11:53 PM EST
@TosaChat
Here's my current favorite.
#TOSAChat
In reply to @TosaChat
Naclem44
Dec 5 @ 11:54 PM EST
Q6 Teachers want to inspire students, but the inverse - inspiration from students to teachers - is powerful too!
#tosachat
EdTechHelper
Dec 5 @ 11:54 PM EST
You definitely are! I think I along with all of
#TOSAchat
are in your circle now ;)
#GoodVibes
In reply to @MongerSheila
KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:54 PM EST
It happens fast =( But this job allows me to be w/ my kiddo being home 50%. Gotta find a way w/o going back full time
#TOSAchat
In reply to @Mrsmaulsby
EdTechSpec
Dec 5 @ 11:54 PM EST
I feel ya!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @CV_Principal
RemScience
Dec 5 @ 11:54 PM EST
I'm getting better with
#hyperdocs
#TOSAchat
In reply to @KarlyMoura, @kerszi, @MsHaughs
sandramc59
Dec 5 @ 11:54 PM EST
A6 I try to remember this every day
#tosachat
TosaChat
Dec 5 @ 11:55 PM EST
Bonus Question 7
#TOSAchat
@Roni_Habib
@cogswell_ben
@KarlyMoura
@kmartintahoe
@Jyoung1219
In reply to @Roni_Habib, @cogswell_ben, @KarlyMoura, @kmartintahoe, @Jyoung1219
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:55 PM EST
A6: this.
#TOSAchat
CaseyDunley
Dec 5 @ 11:55 PM EST
A6 "The work I do matters." Or just for me "I am whole, perfect, strong, powerful, loving, harmonious and happy." - Charles Haanel
#TOSAchat
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:55 PM EST
A6b: this as well.
#TOSAchat
sandramc59
Dec 5 @ 11:55 PM EST
A7 Choice
#TOSAchat
MarkLoundy
Dec 5 @ 11:55 PM EST
That's why I don't don affirmations. They make me feel like Stuart Smalley when I'm really Stuart Smartass.
#TOSAChat
In reply to @peerlessgreen
EdTechHelper
Dec 5 @ 11:55 PM EST
That's awesome. Thanks for passing on that inspiration Rebekah! :]
#TOSAchat
In reply to @RemScience
Jyoung1219
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:56 PM EST
A7: Add music.
#TOSAchat
has a playlist from a previous chat.
https://t.co/lyZFSxsSzu
@cogswell_ben
@KarlyMoura
@kmartintahoe
@Roni_Habib
In reply to @cogswell_ben, @KarlyMoura, @kmartintahoe, @Roni_Habib
KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:56 PM EST
A6 My motto is Learn, Try, Reflect, Repeat. Just need to remember I am always on that path somewhere.
#TOSAchat
LisaGCeja
Dec 5 @ 11:56 PM EST
A6: This is one of my favorites I have saved to remind me off what's most important.
#TOSAchat
ucijp
Dec 5 @ 11:56 PM EST
A6 On a serious note, every failure is a learning experience.
#tosachat
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:56 PM EST
A7: Same as teaching. PASSION. if the presenter isn't passionate-it shows.
#TOSAchat
MongerSheila
Dec 5 @ 11:56 PM EST
A7: Relevance! we need to choose our destiny... I ask my Ss to do this, however rarely take the opportunity
#TOSAchat
TosaChat
Dec 5 @ 11:55 PM EST
Bonus Question 7
#TOSAchat
@Roni_Habib
@cogswell_ben
@KarlyMoura
@kmartintahoe
@Jyoung1219
In reply to @Roni_Habib, @cogswell_ben, @KarlyMoura, @kmartintahoe, @Jyoung1219
KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:56 PM EST
A7 Awesome: Chocolate, giveaways, music, LOADS of collab time.
#TOSAChat
peerlessgreen
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:56 PM EST
I think I'm in that same boat with you!
#tosachat
In reply to @MarkLoundy
MarkLoundy
Dec 5 @ 11:57 PM EST
A7 Realizing that I have no limits that aren't self-imposed.
#TOSAChat
In reply to @TosaChat
MsMarshallCMS
Dec 5 @ 11:57 PM EST
A6 Mine would probably be bitmoji's
#TOSAchat
cogswell_ben
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:57 PM EST
A7: A chance to dive in, think, and apply
#tosachat
LisaGCeja
Dec 5 @ 11:57 PM EST
A6: This is one of my favorites that I have saved to remind me of what's most important.
#TOSAchat
SkyWinings
Dec 5 @ 11:57 PM EST
A7: PD mostly suck 4 me. Usually a waste of time & political. My idea of PD is 1 on 1
#TOSAchat
Roni_Habib
Dec 5 @ 11:57 PM EST
Hey everyone, Please retweet about the EQ Schools Conference
https://t.co/6Be5NN0k0Z
We're shooting for 700 educators in April!
#TOSAchat
RemScience
Dec 5 @ 11:57 PM EST
This is fabulous!
#TOSAchat
In reply to @KarlyMoura
KarlyMoura
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:57 PM EST
A7 NOT Awesome: No chocolate, read from powerpoint, sit and get =(
#TOSAChat
EdTechSpec
Dec 5 @ 11:58 PM EST
Bonus A7: Useful, original ideas, presented coherently in a way that doesn’t insult my professionalism. Materials I can use after.
#TOSAChat
Monica_M_Daniel
Dec 5 @ 11:58 PM EST
A6: Your work matters and is needed!
#TOSAchat
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:58 PM EST
i LOVE small grp trainings. So much easier to personalize.
#TOSAchat
In reply to @SkyWinings
MarkLoundy
Dec 5 @ 11:58 PM EST
@kmartintahoe
for the WIN!
#TOSAChat
In reply to @kmartintahoe
kmartintahoe
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:55 PM EST
A6b: this as well.
#TOSAchat
ucijp
Dec 5 @ 11:58 PM EST
A7 Awesome: Engaged and willing participants. Not awesome: No advertisement or incentives.
#tosachat
TosaChat
Dec 5 @ 11:55 PM EST
Bonus Question 7
#TOSAchat
@Roni_Habib
@cogswell_ben
@KarlyMoura
@kmartintahoe
@Jyoung1219
In reply to @Roni_Habib, @cogswell_ben, @KarlyMoura, @kmartintahoe, @Jyoung1219
peerlessgreen
- Moderator
Dec 5 @ 11:58 PM EST
love this. So true! I need to remember it too.
#tosachat
In reply to @KarlyMoura
RemScience
Dec 5 @ 11:58 PM EST
A7: Engagement.
#TOSAchat
MsHaughs
Dec 5 @ 11:58 PM EST
A7: Good PD gets me excited to do something different or try something new!
#TOSAchat
TosaChat
Dec 5 @ 11:55 PM EST
Bonus Question 7
#TOSAchat
@Roni_Habib
@cogswell_ben
@KarlyMoura
@kmartintahoe
@Jyoung1219
In reply to @Roni_Habib, @cogswell_ben, @KarlyMoura, @kmartintahoe, @Jyoung1219
SkyWinings
Dec 5 @ 11:58 PM EST
Give me someone to work on a personal project with....you know
#TOSAchat
CaseyDunley
Dec 5 @ 11:58 PM EST
A7 PD is awesome when everyone is in the flow bc the work is focused on an authentic need. Less awesome in a large group/staff mtg.
#TOSAchat
TosaChat
Dec 5 @ 11:59 PM EST
Thank you ALL!
#TOSAchat
@Roni_Habib
@cogswell_ben
@KarlyMoura
@kmartintahoe
@Jyoung1219
In reply to @Roni_Habib, @cogswell_ben, @KarlyMoura, @kmartintahoe, @Jyoung1219
sandramc59
Dec 5 @ 11:59 PM EST
Mine would be you
@MongerSheila
#TOSAchat
In reply to @MongerSheila
SkyWinings
Dec 5 @ 11:58 PM EST
Give me someone to work on a personal project with....you know
#TOSAchat
KaraDelMar
Dec 5 @ 11:59 PM EST
A7: PD that is differentiated, interactive, timely, engaging. I'm asking for a lot. And this type isn't always easy to provide.
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Naclem44
Dec 5 @ 11:59 PM EST
A7: What do you all think of TeachUps as a form of PD?
https://t.co/vzVL72PgLe
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sandramc59
Dec 5 @ 11:59 PM EST
Great chat! Thanks all!
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FrauSusi
Dec 5 @ 11:59 PM EST
A7: collaboration time = awesome! Sit 'n git = not so awesome for staff & coaches
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EdTechHelper
Dec 5 @ 11:59 PM EST
Thanks for my first
#TOSAchat
everyone! I had a blast! Hope to see you all in the future!
#TakeCare
Roni_Habib
Dec 5 @ 11:59 PM EST
Tonight was fun y'all. Thank you for the great conversation!
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TosaChat
Dec 6 @ 12:00 AM EST
Join us next week as
@jenniferabrams
&
@Jyoung1219
co-moderates
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Multigen Workplace - Working with Millennials and All.