#Ntchat Archive
New Teacher Chat was created to provide weekly mentoring and focus on the needs of new, new to the profession and pre-service teachers. The chat is supportive and practitioner focused.
Wednesday May 4, 2016
For the next hour my tweets are dedicated to talking about how a new T can build a PLN with everyone at .
Welcome to all! I'm the founder and moderator of New Teacher Chat Join me for this time of learning and collaboration!!
I want to thank one of my Co-Mods for joining us tonight!
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Yay! I hope we have some friends joining us tonight! lol
Excited to talk about ways to support and collaborate with new teachers! It truly takes a team!
We have competition with so many chats now! ;)
Welcome! It's great to have you with us. :) Some topics have a bigger interest than others.
We’re a small, but mighty chat...dedicated to being practitioner focused and supportive to new teachers! https://t.co/YdjDV3M4i6
my career is supporting and educating new teachers. Very important topic to me!
Excited to participate in tonight!
Hi ! I am a new teacher from Victoria, BC, Canada. I teach French, Art, and Music at three different schools.
Oh yay! We have some more takers! lol
Excited to begin participating in my first
Howdy and welcome! How awesome to have you join us!
Excited to begin participating in my first
First for me! Graduating next week from THE University of Georgia. Teaching 8th grade in August!
Hey there...well that's cool that you join us on the 6th anniversary of the chat!
How exciting! Well, I'm glad you found us. Was a weekly chat for 5.5 yrs. Now 1st and 3rd Weds. :) https://t.co/shPHjvpEbL
First for me! Graduating next week from THE University of Georgia. Teaching 8th grade in August!
Glad to be here! Congrats on 6 years. :D
I'm Lisa Dabbs Founder from So Cal. Consultant, blogger, speaker, author, Adjunct Prof & former principal.
New Twitter chatters: format is Q1: “question here”. You replay with A1: "your response". Don't forget to include :)
Maria, Student Teacher from PA graduating in two weeks and excited to join tonight's chat!
Three schools? Wow. I hope the commute isn't too bad for you.
Tonight I wanted to chat about the importance of building your Personal Learning Network as a New or Pre-serve T on Soc Media. OK?
I'm Misty Higgins. 6th grade teacher in Bakersfield, Ca. This is my 9th year teaching :)
Welcome to the chat! Great to have you join us!
***Q1***: Let’s define a PLN (personal learning network) What does it mean to you? Let's share.
Q1: People who share, support, and collaborate to support your growth as a teacher.
A1: A group to collab/connect w/ in regards to the teaching profession no matter their geographical location https://t.co/7yxDiv7F0D
***Q1***: Let’s define a PLN (personal learning network) What does it mean to you? Let's share.
A1: I was new to this in 2009 when I joined Twitter. For me a PLN is a community of educators that support me to grow in my work!
Yes! Awesome. :) https://t.co/tunKlEzmBY
Q1: People who share, support, and collaborate to support your growth as a teacher.
A1: PLN is a group of passionate people who share, collaborate, and encourage
Anaya S- 12th year in 5th grade & adjunct faculty in credential program at CSUB!
Love it! My PLN is International! https://t.co/vetfdE6X0E
A1: A group to collab/connect w/ in regards to the teaching profession no matter their geographical location https://t.co/7yxDiv7F0D
***Q1***: Let’s define a PLN (personal learning network) What does it mean to you? Let's share.
A1 a group who helps you stretch your thinking
So Awesome! I too am an adjunct . :)
Ah yes! Encouragement! My experience with my PLN has been nothing short of inspiring.
That is so good to hear! Many don't know what they are missing by not connecting!
A1: A PLN is a network of teachers who help/support, encourage and provide resources. TWITTER is my #1
***Q2***: What would be your suggestions to a new/pre-service teacher on how to start to build a PLN (personal learning network)?
A2: My PLN serves as a mentor for me. As a New T I can participate in twitter chats and ask questions to get advice and ideas
my first few years are the reason why I want to give back to new teachers. I received a ton of support!
Hello !! Laura checking in from a screening! I'm Instr coach at Turner HS in KC!
A2: Start by following professors and well respected names in education. Continue to grow your network by participating in chats
A2: Start with what you got. Keep the emails of all your TEd colleagues and teacher mentors. Expand from there!
A2: get on Twitter, start looking around trying to learn something new...learning takes risks sometimes you have to just go for it!
A2: I recommend new/pre-service Ts to join chats, ask questions, and share ideas Also, check out
A2 Follow hashtags (#) that pertain to your grade level, subject area & interests. My Ed Hashtags page https://t.co/53cYyWfx0o
A2: My suggestion would be to find a mentor on Twitter, and lurk and learn. Take some time to get comfy with the space.
Q2: I always suggest they find a chat in their area of PD to follow - they can then find like minded people to learn from
How wonderful! Great to connect with you!
Read/lurk, share -ask Qs ;no Q too small) and follow range of edutweeps-don't confine to ge/subject https://t.co/kEP4Q6iuvo
***Q2***: What would be your suggestions to a new/pre-service teacher on how to start to build a PLN (personal learning network)?
just followed that account! Will have to check it out later..getting involved in chats is huge!
A2: Get the extension for your browser and check out this calendar https://t.co/cJJ8cgHqgy https://t.co/5MUmTK9ixH
***Q2***: What would be your suggestions to a new/pre-service teacher on how to start to build a PLN (personal learning network)?
I love that idea! Stretch and grow out of your comfort zone. :) https://t.co/zYFEcEweiG
Q2: I always suggest they find a chat in their area of PD to follow - they can then find like minded people to learn from
Q2: I also build twitter use into our class - the PSTs find a new resource, book recommendation, etc. to share with the cohort
Many mentors-like international too for varied voices/ideas After 18yrs-my PLN keeps inspiring me! https://t.co/ODKuu93FEw
A2: My suggestion would be to find a mentor on Twitter, and lurk and learn. Take some time to get comfy with the space.
Well said! Great ideas! https://t.co/Lf2R0qwkBp
Read/lurk, share -ask Qs ;no Q too small) and follow range of edutweeps-don't confine to ge/subject https://t.co/kEP4Q6iuvo
***Q2***: What would be your suggestions to a new/pre-service teacher on how to start to build a PLN (personal learning network)?
A1: As a college student who is a part of this chat cause of a class I am taking, talk to professors about how to start/build a PLN
True-but also look for questioning/dissenting voices. They push thinking/practice. https://t.co/NUkwJ32v1C
Q2: I always suggest they find a chat in their area of PD to follow - they can then find like minded people to learn from
A2: I would start my PLN by following these 5 educators:
A2: pick a chat area you want to focus on. I picked 1 thing a year 2 immerse myself into which usually led to learning 3 things a yr
Believe the hype, my man. I've made several connection in the past hour. It's crazy.
Yes...such a great way to get started! https://t.co/ppbPpZtWMb
A2: pick a chat area you want to focus on. I picked 1 thing a year 2 immerse myself into which usually led to learning 3 things a yr
Thanks for joining us. 6 years this week on Twitter for our chat. :)
This! Nothing is worse than falling victim to yes-men and women. I think it's only healthy to hear alternative views
***Q3***: How can this PLN (personal learning network) support you as a new teacher in your work? Give me one specific idea!
A2: Your PLN isn't just the people you follow on Twitter, though they are an amazing and diverse resource!!!
Yep-some chats work for to stall T geek out! Building https://t.co/oYb4ZOjIhL
Believe the hype, my man. I've made several connection in the past hour. It's crazy.
This is so true! It spans many areas of social media and face to face. I love and connect there often!
as safe place to ask questions/share ideas outside your school team. Plethora of ideas/opinions!
A2: as far as Twitter goes find experts in the atria u want to learn & follow some of who they follow.
Q3: thinking back to my first year in HE, I valued the array of perspectives/tools used by those not in my immediate network/field
Yes...very good specific support. :)
A2 get active on twitter, follow and react; read blogs and react, write your own blog and share
A3: be a place to share ideas and receive feedback on lessons that might have worked and might not have worked
A3: also, it's important to take risks...encourage us to step out of our comfort zone and try new things!
A3: It provides Ts w/resources & ideas...for example, Global Real Aloud by what a great opportunity for my Ss :)
A3: I'm rewriting my sci books & learning NGSS. I chose NGSS chats & met . Trying to keep up is futile but I try.
Ugh! Autocorrect again! "Total Teacher geek out " just like crew
A3: PLN got me my 1st teaching job. DMd a Tchr 3 yrs ago 2 help her class, applied to job post on Twitter in Aug, started in Sept.
A3: I'd say that it can support you to grow in the areas of your work that are still a struggle. Like tech to support your pedagogy.
A3: I also think an e-PLN allows new teachers to bring ideas to their school team - which can build confidence & a sense of value
Haha. We must be on the same wavelength because I interpreted it as if the typo didn't exist!
There you go! I love your pespective! https://t.co/AEZQ438KDx
A3: also, it's important to take risks...encourage us to step out of our comfort zone and try new things!
A3: It can slso support you to have a lens to the world not accessible in your school building.
Maths via game shows.
365 things to make students go "Hmmm"
Punctuation via 50s detectives.
https://t.co/hDZ23sVjRW
yes! Just because it's "what everyone has always done" doesn't mean u r forced to jump on board. Branch out
Shows you are a T too-eyes skip the spelling error and go to heart of the intended meaning ;).
A3: Went 2 & had lunch. Discussed groups 2 write textbooks. They were surprised I used Twitter 2 con next.
That is so amazing! That has also been the case for me in my work, and authorship. Such a poweful resource!
A3 usable tips tried and tested; forming groups using online random generators, flippity for example
Power of the https://t.co/mcvB9qBO07
Believe the hype, my man. I've made several connection in the past hour. It's crazy.
***Q4***: Where can a new teacher seek mentors and resources to support their work in building a PLN? Thoughts?
new teachers - are you aware there is a twitter chat for you? - connect with veteran and other new educators
Thank you! I have learned so much at that school. I wish I never had to leave!
A4: That might be a tough one. I'd say get a mentor who is already on Twitter and have them connect you to good peeps to follow.
following great on fb or Twitter, reaching out to mentors at other schools,great supervising teachers,etc
A4: the number of connections I have made on Twitter is incredible! So many amazing veteran educators that support me
A4: being in an amazing school with educators who are on Twitter helps as well 😊
Agreed! Good ones! https://t.co/bA90gJqVFT
following great on fb or Twitter, reaching out to mentors at other schools,great supervising teachers,etc
A4 My Grade Level PLN page https://t.co/3rdwNnf1Vg Great educators to follow from EC - MS See: My pages for My Mavens
A4: I'd start on Twitter these days and the initiate contact. Find someone with common goals/projects. https://t.co/3i0I7TmvaI
***Q4***: Where can a new teacher seek mentors and resources to support their work in building a PLN? Thoughts?
A4: also if you are still in college, connected professors would be a great resource! Thanks for all of the support
A4: blogs, vlogs, chats, podcasts, voxer, periscope are all excellent resources. Follow who you admire and who inspires you.
Oh yea! Such a good idea...wish there was a resource for those. Maybe could help? ;) https://t.co/89ZGuhMnZf
A4: also if you are still in college, connected professors would be a great resource! Thanks for all of the support
A4: Find someone familiar with the platform and participate in on the 1st and 3rd weeks of every month ;D https://t.co/5acEhOPKyq
***Q4***: Where can a new teacher seek mentors and resources to support their work in building a PLN? Thoughts?
D'oh! I totally missed the blog piece. Love that you brought that up! https://t.co/D9PVqeUkK3
A4: blogs, vlogs, chats, podcasts, voxer, periscope are all excellent resources. Follow who you admire and who inspires you.
Shoutout to for a course pretty much dedicated to establishing a https://t.co/aW4WJngdYq
Oh yea! Such a good idea...wish there was a resource for those. Maybe could help? ;) https://t.co/89ZGuhMnZf
A4: also if you are still in college, connected professors would be a great resource! Thanks for all of the support
Yay! Awe...so kind. I appreciate that! https://t.co/88UEasNYUK
A4: Find someone familiar with the platform and participate in on the 1st and 3rd weeks of every month ;D https://t.co/5acEhOPKyq
***Q4***: Where can a new teacher seek mentors and resources to support their work in building a PLN? Thoughts?
Thanks for a great chat tonight! I'll be back in two weeks for sure!
Ok all...we have a few minutes left! I have 3 of my books that I am giving away tonight as a 6th yr treat!
It was great chatting with the great folks at ! New/Soon-to-be should follow for updates on the next chat!
First winner is ! DM me CJ so I can get your address to ship it out!
A4 use twitter or other social media, no need to confine to just one mentor, reach out with specific questions
You are my next winner! DM me so I can get my book shipped out to you! :)
And Kathryn...you are the 3rd winner! DM me so I can get my book shipped out to you. :)
Thx for shout out CJ or should I say ?
So grateful to you for being here with me tonight! and Bringing with you!
me too. Its such a safe place to learn and explore topics relevant to new teachers with great mentors/participants
Thank you! It's a labor of love for sure. :)
