#edtechbridge Archive
Building an authentic community of #edtech developers and educators to help create better #edtech. Join our #edtechbridge chat monthly on the 2nd Wednesday at 8:00 p.m. ET!
Wednesday May 25, 2016
7:00 PM EDT
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:00 PM EDT
Intro: Share your name, role, location, + favorite piece of swag you've received at a conference/event
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/75HD8dwQtN
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:01 PM EDT
Hi Everyone! Steve, Teacher, Game Design and Development, NJ - Fav Swag = my
@brainpop
#moby
umbrella :)
#edtechbridge
raspberryberet3
May 25 @ 7:01 PM EDT
Shelly from Toronto; Instructional Coach; a cool laptop bag.
#EdTechBridge
mbfxc
May 25 @ 7:02 PM EDT
@katyamuses
Hi, Marialice Curran, cofounder
@digcitsummit
in CT fav swag was a Surface at
@isteconnects
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:02 PM EDT
Speaking of
#swag
also love the cool multicolor USB hub I got - sadly don't remember which company gave it out (oops!)
#edtechbridge
mjelson
May 25 @ 7:02 PM EDT
Michael, Tech Coordinator from NJ and I won a color printer at my last meeting
#woot
#EdTechBridge
WriteOnJulie
May 25 @ 7:02 PM EDT
Julie, VP & Cofounder
#edtech
consulting co
@technologyWIN
in Brandon, FL.
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/cQUiARGnWT
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:00 PM EDT
Intro: Share your name, role, location, + favorite piece of swag you've received at a conference/event
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/75HD8dwQtN
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:02 PM EDT
@mbfxc
@katyamuses
@digcitsummit
@isteconnects
YES! that was a happy year, wasn't it :) and a LOT of Surfaces (is it Surfi)?
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:02 PM EDT
@WriteOnJulie
@technologyWIN
Hi Julie! Welcome :)
#edtechbridge
specialtechie
May 25 @ 7:03 PM EDT
Hi
#EdTechBridge
Pam, Sped educator, My
#edmodo
cape and lots of pens.
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:03 PM EDT
@mjelson
Hi Michaael - NJ in the house :) great prize!
#edtechbridge
mbfxc
May 25 @ 7:03 PM EDT
Sounds good to me!
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/84bDaUKwz0
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:02 PM EDT
@mbfxc
@katyamuses
@digcitsummit
@isteconnects
YES! that was a happy year, wasn't it :) and a LOT of Surfaces (is it Surfi)?
#edtechbridge
ariellehg
May 25 @ 7:03 PM EDT
Arielle- Library Media Specialist from NJ- Favorite
#swag
- signed books!
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:04 PM EDT
Hi
#edtechbridge
! Katya, NYC, UX Research
@brainpop
, I got the softest Tshirt from a motorola event where I did a flash mob once
brianrozinsky
May 25 @ 7:04 PM EDT
Brian, crossing the
#edtechbridge
. I teach MS Ss Eng in CO. Got a swag warm-spot for this velvety soft Edmodo t-shirt.
WriteOnJulie
May 25 @ 7:04 PM EDT
This most awesome laptop bag!
@MiamiDevice
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/4xj9RXaRDc
minnie0672
May 25 @ 7:04 PM EDT
Jennifer, Doctoral Candidate (fun saying that), Orlando, UCF, a cool wire or headphone holder that winds up
#edtechbridge
EdTech_Stories
May 25 @ 7:04 PM EDT
Looking to engage with
#ISTE2016
exhibitors before the event? Check out this Twitter list
https://t.co/a5Uff7OEfX
#EdTechBridge
mbfxc
May 25 @ 7:05 PM EDT
I want a take back on my swag response and I second
@ariellehg
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/J1NJhZ4vwU
ariellehg
May 25 @ 7:03 PM EDT
Arielle- Library Media Specialist from NJ- Favorite
#swag
- signed books!
#edtechbridge
ariellehg
May 25 @ 7:05 PM EDT
@WriteOnJulie
That's AWESOME
#edtechbridge
mjjohnson1216
May 25 @ 7:05 PM EDT
Meredith from IL this is my final year after serving as a principal for 26 years. Swag? R Allington taught me about literacy
#EdTechBridge
specialtechie
May 25 @ 7:05 PM EDT
@minnie0672
My husband and I went to UCF. :)
#EdTechBridge
Rdene915
May 25 @ 7:05 PM EDT
@katyamuses
#edtechbridge
Hi from Pittsburgh, I'm Rachelle, teach Span, French and
#STEAM
culture. Lots of great items, can't pic fav,
mjelson
May 25 @ 7:05 PM EDT
Did you get white loafers too?
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/YVJypi7jsH
WriteOnJulie
May 25 @ 7:04 PM EDT
This most awesome laptop bag!
@MiamiDevice
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/4xj9RXaRDc
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:05 PM EDT
@ariellehg
More NJ in the chat :)
@MarkC_Author
just sent me a number of signed
#minecraft
novels!
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:05 PM EDT
@Rdene915
@katyamuses
Hi Rachelle :)
#edtechbridge
ariellehg
May 25 @ 7:06 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
@MarkC_Author
I'M SO JEALOUS! (yes all caps and an !)
#edtechbridge
mzgrz
May 25 @ 7:06 PM EDT
Michelle from New Jersey second grade. I love a swag bag from
@ClassDojo
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:06 PM EDT
@minnie0672
GRATS on the advanced title :)
#edtechbridge
minnie0672
May 25 @ 7:06 PM EDT
@specialtechie
WOO HOO :) Such a great university
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:06 PM EDT
@brianrozinsky
Hi Brian!
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:07 PM EDT
Q1. How effective are conferences like
#ISTE
for your own PD (and or networking)?
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/DTFyE7xR3i
specialtechie
May 25 @ 7:07 PM EDT
@minnie0672
My daughter wants to go there and do the Disney college program.
#EdTechBridge
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:07 PM EDT
Hey
@mr_isaacs
thanks for being the welcome committee tonight!
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:07 PM EDT
Q1: How effective are conferences like
#ISTE
for your own PD (and / or networking)?
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/ul3OrWLWF6
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:07 PM EDT
Q1. How effective are conferences like
#ISTE
for your own PD (and or networking)?
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/DTFyE7xR3i
brianrozinsky
May 25 @ 7:08 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
Hey back, Steve. Nice to cross paths with you in the p.m.
#edtechbridge
minnie0672
May 25 @ 7:08 PM EDT
A1: I find that conferences are the places I do the best networking.Meeting people who are interested in the same things I am
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:08 PM EDT
@katyamuses
I love welcoming people :)
#edtechbridge
mjjohnson1216
May 25 @ 7:08 PM EDT
A1. When attending with other educators I work with it is tremendous.
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:08 PM EDT
A1. Edtech conferences aren't great for my PD (UX conf are better) BUT awesome for networking with Ts and hard-to-reach admins
#edtechbridge
WriteOnJulie
May 25 @ 7:08 PM EDT
@MiamiDevice
The husband & business partner
@technologyWIN
has been trying to get, trade or steal it from me...unsuccessfully
#EdTechBridge
mbfxc
May 25 @ 7:08 PM EDT
A1
@isteconnects
is my once a year fav conference for my own PD & networking! Int'l opp to meet PLN!
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/elX1E3Ctcr
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:07 PM EDT
Q1. How effective are conferences like
#ISTE
for your own PD (and or networking)?
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/DTFyE7xR3i
WiseDad_Games
May 25 @ 7:08 PM EDT
Ivan Kaltman, K-5 educator, video-game developer, hello all :)
#edtechbridge
ariellehg
May 25 @ 7:09 PM EDT
A1:Conferences are a great place for networking as you are in an area of like minded people, but learning- great for beginning
#edtechbridge
Rdene915
May 25 @ 7:09 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
#edtechbridge
#personalizedPD
#iste
A1 Conf are great, have choice, meet new people, get new ideas,
#pln
, enjoy the exper
WiseDad_Games
May 25 @ 7:09 PM EDT
NJ, morris county
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:09 PM EDT
A1: I really love the networking, especially since becoming connected. I especially love meeting my PLN folks face to face :)
#edtechbridge
raspberryberet3
May 25 @ 7:09 PM EDT
The networking opportunities are great!
#EdTechBridge
specialtechie
May 25 @ 7:09 PM EDT
A1: I haven't had the chance to go to
#ISTE
yet, but
#FETC
has been amazing for inspiration, connections & new ideas.
#EdTechBridge
brianrozinsky
May 25 @ 7:09 PM EDT
A1 As effective as I make them, which is usually pretty effective because I ♡ learning.
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:09 PM EDT
@WiseDad_Games
Welcome back! We still need to schedule a visit - been a bit crazy busy the last week!
#edtechbridge
mbfxc
May 25 @ 7:10 PM EDT
Truth! It is what you are willing to put in!
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/A2vgjTpXK7
brianrozinsky
May 25 @ 7:09 PM EDT
A1 As effective as I make them, which is usually pretty effective because I ♡ learning.
#edtechbridge
specialtechie
May 25 @ 7:10 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
Agreed! It's like seeing a friend you haven't seen in years.
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:10 PM EDT
@ariellehg
It's all about finding your people :)
#edtechbridge
raspberryberet3
May 25 @ 7:10 PM EDT
A1: networking & meeting my Twitter PLN face to face; it's great!
#EdTechBridge
WiseDad_Games
May 25 @ 7:10 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
Hi Steve, I am at your service!
#edtechbridge
mjjohnson1216
May 25 @ 7:10 PM EDT
I love using technology to connect with others when the conf. presenters share the info.
#edtechbridge
mjelson
May 25 @ 7:10 PM EDT
#EdTechBridge
A1: Super effective. It's really the only time I get together w/others who speak my language. I'm an island @ school
spaul6414
May 25 @ 7:11 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
Agree. It's like attending a conference with friends.
#edtechbridge
mzgrz
May 25 @ 7:11 PM EDT
I like conferences but find the smaller ones are better for making connections
#EdTechBridge
mbfxc
May 25 @ 7:11 PM EDT
A1 My fav PD are Edcamps!
#edtechbridge
JessicaBurack
May 25 @ 7:11 PM EDT
A1: conferences fulfill my need for collaboration and conversing with educators in a no-pressures environment
#EdTechBridge
brianrozinsky
May 25 @ 7:11 PM EDT
A1.2 I've found unconferences like edcamps to be rife w/networking opportunities. Another case of: seek & you shall find.
#edtechbridge
specialtechie
May 25 @ 7:11 PM EDT
@mjelson
That's sad. I hear ya!
#EdTechBridge
spaul6414
May 25 @ 7:11 PM EDT
Running a little late. Sandi from NJ. Grt 2b here with my PLN at
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:12 PM EDT
@spaul6414
Welcome Sandi!
#edtechbridge
WriteOnJulie
May 25 @ 7:12 PM EDT
A1 Essential for both! Esp. as the business side of new co
@technologyWIN
was the
#techdir
for 12 yrs
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/eIfo8d85m2
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:07 PM EDT
Q1. How effective are conferences like
#ISTE
for your own PD (and or networking)?
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/DTFyE7xR3i
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:12 PM EDT
A1 - This makes me think how important it is to personalize the experience to meet your needs - different strokes...
#edtechbridge
mjjohnson1216
May 25 @ 7:12 PM EDT
@mjelson
The sunshine you bring to your island looks amazing!
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/Tdmsocg5jc
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:12 PM EDT
@spaul6414
Hey sandi!!!
#edtechbridge
sarahdateechur
May 25 @ 7:12 PM EDT
Hi
#EdTechBridge
! Sarah from VA.
raspberryberet3
May 25 @ 7:12 PM EDT
@mjelson
that's sad but I hear you!
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:12 PM EDT
@sarahdateechur
Hey Sarah! How's things?
#edtechbridge
Rdene915
May 25 @ 7:13 PM EDT
@mbfxc
#edtechbridge
#edcamp
Agree, edcamps are great,
#edcamppgh
@edcampPGH
@Edcampgcc
@edcampGlobal
ariellehg
May 25 @ 7:13 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
It sure makes working fun
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:13 PM EDT
ISTE is especially great because so many of the people I want to see are in one place at one time - love that!
#edtechbridge
spaul6414
May 25 @ 7:13 PM EDT
@specialtechie
@mjelson
That is soooo true! Encouraging each other is a major benefit.
#edtechbridge
brianrozinsky
May 25 @ 7:13 PM EDT
@mzgrz
Like small vs. big school vibe, or small town vs. big city. With those latter monsters, find niche or neighborhood.
#edtechbridge
specialtechie
May 25 @ 7:13 PM EDT
@brianrozinsky
They are awesome!
#EdTechBridge
Edcamps are less of an "educational rock star" setting. Just great T's sharing & connecting.
mbfxc
May 25 @ 7:13 PM EDT
A1 Love conferences like
@digcitsummit
where all voices matter!
https://t.co/KMX9OWXPek
#EdTechBridge
nathan_stevens
May 25 @ 7:13 PM EDT
@katyamuses
A1 the best part is sitting back and chilling with folks. The exchange of ideas outside of the conference
#EdTechBridge
JessicaBurack
May 25 @ 7:13 PM EDT
A1:
#edcamps
!! So psyched for my first one in July!
#EdTechBridge
EdTech_Stories
May 25 @ 7:14 PM EDT
A1) Hope this post which features "5 MUST read
#ISTE2015
posts" answers the question
https://t.co/OKmFleoilw
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:14 PM EDT
@nathan_stevens
@katyamuses
agreed!
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:14 PM EDT
Q2. How can Ts and Devs better communicate and share ideas during a conference/convention?
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/avn8Hvw6gk
specialtechie
May 25 @ 7:14 PM EDT
@JessicaBurack
Which one are you going to?
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:14 PM EDT
@EdTech_Stories
William!!!!!
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:14 PM EDT
@nathan_stevens
Yea I know a few people who don't attend a single session when they go to confs for this reason
#edtechbridge
johnbaldo
May 25 @ 7:14 PM EDT
A1 For me,
#conferences
feel more like reunions with a bit of learning sprinkled in.
#edtechbridge
WriteOnJulie
May 25 @ 7:14 PM EDT
I went backwards
@s_bearden
&
@TG_Neil
@MiamiDevice
(1st conf) got me on
@twitter
then grew PLN
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:14 PM EDT
Q2: How can Ts and Devs better communicate and share ideas during a conference / convention?
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/oBfZ4yG3Yz
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:14 PM EDT
Q2. How can Ts and Devs better communicate and share ideas during a conference/convention?
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/avn8Hvw6gk
spaul6414
May 25 @ 7:15 PM EDT
@katyamuses
Thanks. Finally got the time right. Setup a repeat calendar event! It reminded me.
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:15 PM EDT
A2: It's best when there's context for the relationship to build from - the 'drive by' at a conference is not really conducive
#edtechbridge
nathan_stevens
May 25 @ 7:15 PM EDT
@katyamuses
A1 I really hate any sit and hopefully get. I end up on another planet with them
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/k6cyDbKenK
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:15 PM EDT
@spaul6414
Smart!
#edtechbridge
mbfxc
May 25 @ 7:15 PM EDT
I'm partial to
@edcampct
@edcampBoston
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/gJGhBdEkYx
Rdene915
May 25 @ 7:13 PM EDT
@mbfxc
#edtechbridge
#edcamp
Agree, edcamps are great,
#edcamppgh
@edcampPGH
@Edcampgcc
@edcampGlobal
nathan_stevens
May 25 @ 7:15 PM EDT
@katyamuses
that's me. I like to be part of the learning
#EdTechBridge
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:15 PM EDT
@nathan_stevens
Me too. I end up on my laptop doing work. So why bother even being at the conference?
#edtechbridge
raspberryberet3
May 25 @ 7:15 PM EDT
A2: focus group convos; meet up at night; carousel of convos.
#EdTechBridge
mjelson
May 25 @ 7:16 PM EDT
I've actually had the best connections over coffee on the convention floor
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:16 PM EDT
@nathan_stevens
@katyamuses
one could argue that you spend most of your time on another planet :) (in a good way)
#edtechbridge
nathan_stevens
May 25 @ 7:16 PM EDT
@katyamuses
1 session last year at ISTE and it was on edcamps
#edtechbridge
WriteOnJulie
May 25 @ 7:16 PM EDT
#ISTE
will be my 4th ever conf. 1st two
@MiamiDevice
&
@fetc
Next/3rd comes
@iPadpalooza
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/B7w7NuFKFL
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:13 PM EDT
ISTE is especially great because so many of the people I want to see are in one place at one time - love that!
#edtechbridge
mjelson
May 25 @ 7:16 PM EDT
A2: I've actually had the best connections over coffee on the convention floor
#EdTechBridge
nathan_stevens
May 25 @ 7:16 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
@katyamuses
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/c1hUd3xVYH
brianrozinsky
May 25 @ 7:16 PM EDT
A2 Limited time? Ideal to have a common purpose off the bat.
#edtechbridge
ariellehg
May 25 @ 7:16 PM EDT
Q2: have a conference focus on a limited number of topics. It allows for leveled learners and more in-depth information
#edtechbridge
EdTech_Stories
May 25 @ 7:16 PM EDT
@mbfxc
Only 50 exhibitors attend more than one event out of ISTE, BETT and ASU GSV summit... I feel some disruption coming on!
#EdTechbridge
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:17 PM EDT
A2. Create more intimate environments/sessions at conferences. Talk over coffee instead of over microphones
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:17 PM EDT
#SXSWEdu
is great about having conference sponsored meet ups 'birds of a feather' always great for us
#edtechbridge
folk
nathan_stevens
May 25 @ 7:17 PM EDT
@katyamuses
not me. I bring things to do. Last year I brought my sewing bag
#EdTechBridge
mbfxc
May 25 @ 7:17 PM EDT
A2 A relationship needs to be ongoing. Reaching out at a conference is not the ideal setting
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/1Wni7d6G0Y
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:14 PM EDT
Q2. How can Ts and Devs better communicate and share ideas during a conference/convention?
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/avn8Hvw6gk
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:17 PM EDT
Amen. everything is better over coffee :)
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/ED2xzdWCtf
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:17 PM EDT
A2. Create more intimate environments/sessions at conferences. Talk over coffee instead of over microphones
#edtechbridge
raspberryberet3
May 25 @ 7:17 PM EDT
A2: have a get to know you before delving into tech convos.
#EdTechBridge
JessicaBurack
May 25 @ 7:17 PM EDT
A2: capitalizing on the needs of audience and not making the conference about the presenter -
#meaningful
and
#purposeful
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:17 PM EDT
so agree..
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/fz8ppGUpr8
raspberryberet3
May 25 @ 7:17 PM EDT
A2: have a get to know you before delving into tech convos.
#EdTechBridge
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:17 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
I believe our
#edtechbridge
birds of a feather was at last year's ISTE. That was a great session
nathan_stevens
May 25 @ 7:17 PM EDT
@WriteOnJulie
@s_bearden
@TG_Neil
@MiamiDevice
@twitter
those two are great education people and just plain great people
#EdTechBridge
mbfxc
May 25 @ 7:18 PM EDT
Only way change will be successful is if we have disruptors making it happen!
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/QEWu9LsSkU
EdTech_Stories
May 25 @ 7:16 PM EDT
@mbfxc
Only 50 exhibitors attend more than one event out of ISTE, BETT and ASU GSV summit... I feel some disruption coming on!
#EdTechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:18 PM EDT
@katyamuses
ah! I think you are right!
#SXSWEdu
meetups are similar and also great - wish we could have one this year
#ISTE16
#edtechbridge
minnie0672
May 25 @ 7:18 PM EDT
A2 - Networking time - be it over coffee, a drink, dinner, etc. I find that's when I make the best connections
#EdTechBridge
johnbaldo
May 25 @ 7:18 PM EDT
A2 Saw
@KCintheNYC
facilitate an
#edtechlove
letter exchange between Ts devs and policymakers @
#SXSWedu
. My fav.
#edtechbridge
#empathy
nathan_stevens
May 25 @ 7:19 PM EDT
@katyamuses
A2 don't go to booths on a swag hunt. Develop relationships. Be a beats tester
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/cHUYpnprGC
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:19 PM EDT
@mbfxc
Agreed. I find conferences good settings to meet ppl I've already connected with. Like fellow
#edtechbridge
chatters
JessicaBurack
May 25 @ 7:19 PM EDT
A2: don't "reuse" and present the same information in the same manner from one conference at a totally different conference
#EdTechBridge
WriteOnJulie
May 25 @ 7:19 PM EDT
A2 offer plenty of follow-up opps: F2F meetings, email,
@twitter
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/9uao40Hv4T
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:14 PM EDT
Q2. How can Ts and Devs better communicate and share ideas during a conference/convention?
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/avn8Hvw6gk
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:19 PM EDT
@nathan_stevens
I have a love hate relationship with swag
#edtechbridge
nathan_stevens
May 25 @ 7:19 PM EDT
@katyamuses
A2 offer pluses and minuses to whatever. Never just one way
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:20 PM EDT
is that the person that gets to test the beats headsets - I'll do that! And yes, beta test products!
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/2xmosnFKhD
nathan_stevens
May 25 @ 7:19 PM EDT
@katyamuses
A2 don't go to booths on a swag hunt. Develop relationships. Be a beats tester
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/cHUYpnprGC
mbfxc
May 25 @ 7:20 PM EDT
A2 Establishing an ongoing relationship & following up at a conference is the ideal
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/4EjVvkRSpg
minnie0672
May 25 @ 7:18 PM EDT
A2 - Networking time - be it over coffee, a drink, dinner, etc. I find that's when I make the best connections
#EdTechBridge
spaul6414
May 25 @ 7:20 PM EDT
@katyamuses
@nathan_stevens
Same here! I usually work on something else.
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:20 PM EDT
Speaking of
#coffee
There will be a
#coffeeEdu
every morning 6am a la
@alicekeeler
also thinking of having a
#CoffeeGBL
#edtechbridge
brianrozinsky
May 25 @ 7:20 PM EDT
A2.2 Backchannels (e.g., Twitter, Voxer, ISTE app, etc.) may create hit-or-miss sharing opportunities.
#edtechbridge
nathan_stevens
May 25 @ 7:20 PM EDT
@katyamuses
I am all about a t-shirt because I am walking billboard for awesomeness
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/wh0H7UYR5m
EdTech_Stories
May 25 @ 7:21 PM EDT
A2) Here's what I'm working on to encourage more WOM referrals, will need some help to make it happen
https://t.co/cbN8v8YuIq
#EdTechBridge
mbfxc
May 25 @ 7:21 PM EDT
@katyamuses
I have some once a year members of my PLN that I love to see & getting to meet new members too
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:21 PM EDT
Q3. What is your best piece of advice for Devs at a conference? For Ts?
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/fA45YND2FX
nathan_stevens
May 25 @ 7:21 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
@katyamuses
I beta test a lot of things
#edtechbridge
ariellehg
May 25 @ 7:21 PM EDT
@minnie0672
This is why I like
#coffeedu
#edtechbridge
Rdene915
May 25 @ 7:21 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
#edtechbridge
#edtech
A2 small groups, be available and set up future meetings, connections, have to build relatshps.
WriteOnJulie
May 25 @ 7:21 PM EDT
So imp to know people's backgrounds before talking
#tech
Don't make assumptions, make relationships
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/sAtHVJw2GI
raspberryberet3
May 25 @ 7:17 PM EDT
A2: have a get to know you before delving into tech convos.
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:21 PM EDT
Q3: What is your best piece of advice for Devs at a conference?
#milliondollarquestion
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/I7QQsqXjCa
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:21 PM EDT
Q3. What is your best piece of advice for Devs at a conference? For Ts?
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/fA45YND2FX
mbfxc
May 25 @ 7:22 PM EDT
Excited to be part of this
@isteconnects
project for
#ISTE2016
!
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/fzP99bI66D
EdTech_Stories
May 25 @ 7:21 PM EDT
A2) Here's what I'm working on to encourage more WOM referrals, will need some help to make it happen
https://t.co/cbN8v8YuIq
#EdTechBridge
nathan_stevens
May 25 @ 7:22 PM EDT
@spaul6414
@katyamuses
sometimes I heckle presentations. Oh I mean participated unexpectedly in presentations
#edtechbridge
alexstubenbort
May 25 @ 7:22 PM EDT
A2: Open dialogue by putting a face to the product. Who is accessible that has a role in the developmental process?
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:22 PM EDT
A3: advice - don't reach out and scan my badge just because I am walking by your booth.
#edtechbridge
nathan_stevens
May 25 @ 7:22 PM EDT
@katyamuses
I also dig stickers. You can keep your pens, trinkets and crap
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:22 PM EDT
A3. For devs - take the time to actually talk to Ts OUTSIDE of a booth/session. For Ts, vice versa!
#edtechbridge
iwearthecrowns
May 25 @ 7:23 PM EDT
@minnie0672
You like adding Doctoral Candidate, dontcha? ;)
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:23 PM EDT
A3: Don't spam mail me before conference telling me why your product is great for my classroom when you don't know me.
#edtechbridge
spaul6414
May 25 @ 7:23 PM EDT
@katyamuses
A1. Big conferences r sometimes too focused tech,not on learning/instruction. Lose sight of real meaning.
#edtechbridge
ariellehg
May 25 @ 7:23 PM EDT
A3: Talk to teachers one to one away from the noise. Have real-world demos.
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:23 PM EDT
Yes! I'll chat with anyone, just don't really want to be 'sold'
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/bmWFeVkzhN
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:22 PM EDT
A3. For devs - take the time to actually talk to Ts OUTSIDE of a booth/session. For Ts, vice versa!
#edtechbridge
alexstubenbort
May 25 @ 7:23 PM EDT
A3Don't sell me on WHAT your product is or HOW it works, but WHY it's what's best for the kids I serve
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/UIsv2r9abx
ShanaVWhite
May 25 @ 7:23 PM EDT
A1: Provide excellent opportunities to meet multiple people in my PLN from all over. Also a chance to connect with others.
#edtechbridge
mbfxc
May 25 @ 7:23 PM EDT
Amen! Don't make me sit thru a talk either! Engage me, create a relationship, get edus & Ss involved
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/1HKt0C4ftC
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:22 PM EDT
A3: advice - don't reach out and scan my badge just because I am walking by your booth.
#edtechbridge
nathan_stevens
May 25 @ 7:24 PM EDT
@katyamuses
A3 be willing to compare your product to others. That is how you find out what you need to work on
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:24 PM EDT
@ariellehg
Some of my most fruitful demos happened at the bar when I happened to have my laptop
#edtechbridge
specialtechie
May 25 @ 7:24 PM EDT
A3: Devs should offer trials if they want feedback, not just sending emails. T's should ask for trials before offering emails.
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:24 PM EDT
spoken like a true
#EdTechBridge
-er :)
https://t.co/TQTbM3Ubjp
mbfxc
May 25 @ 7:23 PM EDT
Amen! Don't make me sit thru a talk either! Engage me, create a relationship, get edus & Ss involved
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/1HKt0C4ftC
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:22 PM EDT
A3: advice - don't reach out and scan my badge just because I am walking by your booth.
#edtechbridge
WriteOnJulie
May 25 @ 7:24 PM EDT
Relationships, relationships, relationships!
#EdTechBridge
#InnovatorsMindset
https://t.co/kssS5fyxc7
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:21 PM EDT
Q3: What is your best piece of advice for Devs at a conference?
#milliondollarquestion
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/I7QQsqXjCa
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:21 PM EDT
Q3. What is your best piece of advice for Devs at a conference? For Ts?
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/fA45YND2FX
brianrozinsky
May 25 @ 7:24 PM EDT
A3 Channel Stephen Covey: "First seek to understand, then to be understood."
#edtechbridge
EdTech_Stories
May 25 @ 7:24 PM EDT
A3) For
#EdTech
cos to appreciate that ppl are at event to network w colleagues and PLN... not to listen to company pitches.
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:24 PM EDT
@ShanaVWhite
Hey Shana!
#edtechbridge
aoakes4
May 25 @ 7:24 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
Agree w/ that sentiment, Steve - having been on the tech side.
#edtechbridge
Also: Have hard copies of stuff for people to take.
ShanaVWhite
May 25 @ 7:24 PM EDT
A3: Take your overt selling cap off for awhile. Actually have a conversation with me and learn about who I am.
#edtechbridge
spaul6414
May 25 @ 7:24 PM EDT
@WriteOnJulie
@raspberryberet3
Agree! Relationships is most important without it might as well talk to the wall.
#edtechbridge
nathan_stevens
May 25 @ 7:24 PM EDT
@katyamuses
A3 talk to
@mr_isaacs
and me
#EdTechBridge
minnie0672
May 25 @ 7:25 PM EDT
A3 - for Ts don't be afraid to go up to talk to that presenter that you've idolized/read/etc They are excited to talk to you!
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:25 PM EDT
Yes! Yes! Yes!
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/bP9WjcwfR1
WriteOnJulie
May 25 @ 7:24 PM EDT
Relationships, relationships, relationships!
#EdTechBridge
#InnovatorsMindset
https://t.co/kssS5fyxc7
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:21 PM EDT
Q3: What is your best piece of advice for Devs at a conference?
#milliondollarquestion
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/I7QQsqXjCa
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:21 PM EDT
Q3. What is your best piece of advice for Devs at a conference? For Ts?
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/fA45YND2FX
raspberryberet3
May 25 @ 7:25 PM EDT
A3: I need to know why I should use it; what's learning? I can figure out how on my own.
#EdTechBridge
MrSchoenbart
May 25 @ 7:25 PM EDT
NEW POST:
#GeniusHour
: What Students Think at
https://t.co/H2t71R7pyH
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/XZpbXBhU3L
Rdene915
May 25 @ 7:25 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
#edtechbridge
A3 Value space and diff perspectives, tell about product/tool in way that is meaningfl to T, what can it help us do
mbfxc
May 25 @ 7:25 PM EDT
I always like when the developers are out of booths & in the blogger's cafe NOT to sell but to listen!
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/p0QfyZLGna
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:23 PM EDT
Yes! I'll chat with anyone, just don't really want to be 'sold'
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/bmWFeVkzhN
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:22 PM EDT
A3. For devs - take the time to actually talk to Ts OUTSIDE of a booth/session. For Ts, vice versa!
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:25 PM EDT
Amen!
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/O9hPm86UVw
EdTech_Stories
May 25 @ 7:24 PM EDT
A3) For
#EdTech
cos to appreciate that ppl are at event to network w colleagues and PLN... not to listen to company pitches.
#EdTechBridge
minnie0672
May 25 @ 7:25 PM EDT
A3 - for devs if I tell you that I can't afford it please know that's the truth and stop trying to sell it to me
#EdTechBridge
WriteOnJulie
May 25 @ 7:25 PM EDT
Yes!
#EdTechBridge
#edtech
https://t.co/KKV4KgbYVd
specialtechie
May 25 @ 7:24 PM EDT
A3: Devs should offer trials if they want feedback, not just sending emails. T's should ask for trials before offering emails.
#EdTechBridge
nathan_stevens
May 25 @ 7:26 PM EDT
@katyamuses
A3 play some music and let's dance
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/6OT3UyCv7I
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:26 PM EDT
@aoakes4
Hey, buddy! Will you be at
#ISTE16
?
#edtechbridge
ShanaVWhite
May 25 @ 7:26 PM EDT
A3: Also I'm a huge introvert so don't be pushy. Its great I'm out in the crowds. Don't be a huge turn off and be pushy.
#EdTechBridge
specialtechie
May 25 @ 7:26 PM EDT
@raspberryberet3
Yes and how is it better than what I'm already using.
#EdTechBridge
meloniewallace
May 25 @ 7:26 PM EDT
A3 make real connections w people who could use ur product and with those who will give you feedback to make ur product better
#edtechbridge
raspberryberet3
May 25 @ 7:26 PM EDT
A3: talk TO me not AT me!
#EdTechBridge
ShanaVWhite
May 25 @ 7:26 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
hey Steven!! In the middle of lifting and wanted to pop in! How are you?
#EdTechBridge
raspberryberet3
May 25 @ 7:26 PM EDT
A3: it's all about building relationships!!
#EdTechBridge
raspberryberet3
May 25 @ 7:27 PM EDT
A3: how about a free trial w/ some T & Ss feedback?
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:27 PM EDT
Right and be open to feedback. Creating a relationship is a much better sales pitch than sales pitch
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/JxafYL1gFJ
Rdene915
May 25 @ 7:25 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
#edtechbridge
A3 Value space and diff perspectives, tell about product/tool in way that is meaningfl to T, what can it help us do
nathan_stevens
May 25 @ 7:27 PM EDT
@ShanaVWhite
Hi Shana
#EdTechBridge
mbfxc
May 25 @ 7:27 PM EDT
A3 I don't like the pushy sales pitch either. Not interested in a product if it doesn't speak 4 itself
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/flDZcgNIOR
ShanaVWhite
May 25 @ 7:26 PM EDT
A3: Also I'm a huge introvert so don't be pushy. Its great I'm out in the crowds. Don't be a huge turn off and be pushy.
#EdTechBridge
aoakes4
May 25 @ 7:28 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
Will not, my friend. In Denver, right?
#ISTE2016
#edtechbridge
Hey, you got time for a call next week?
nathan_stevens
May 25 @ 7:28 PM EDT
@katyamuses
@mr_isaacs
I forgot
#suckupchat
#EdTechBridge
brianrozinsky
May 25 @ 7:28 PM EDT
@ShanaVWhite
Perhaps conferences should start color-coding badges to signal personal space preferences? Mood badges? :)
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:28 PM EDT
Q4. What's your strategy in the expo hall? When do you chat with an edtech co you've never heard of?
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/so6y9JxtZm
specialtechie
May 25 @ 7:28 PM EDT
@raspberryberet3
Yep. that's what I say too.
#EdTechBridge
iwearthecrowns
May 25 @ 7:28 PM EDT
I really don't like when people strategically bot their blog posts during chats
#SorryNotSorry
#EdTechBridge
#TastesLikeSpamToMe
😡
ariellehg
May 25 @ 7:28 PM EDT
The best ideas come from listening to others
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/xIuWFHvZNW
mbfxc
May 25 @ 7:25 PM EDT
I always like when the developers are out of booths & in the blogger's cafe NOT to sell but to listen!
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/p0QfyZLGna
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:23 PM EDT
Yes! I'll chat with anyone, just don't really want to be 'sold'
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/bmWFeVkzhN
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:22 PM EDT
A3. For devs - take the time to actually talk to Ts OUTSIDE of a booth/session. For Ts, vice versa!
#edtechbridge
WriteOnJulie
May 25 @ 7:28 PM EDT
Always be able to offer the Why. Know who you're talking to enough to know if they need How
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/a2SQgIznNi
raspberryberet3
May 25 @ 7:25 PM EDT
A3: I need to know why I should use it; what's learning? I can figure out how on my own.
#EdTechBridge
choosito
May 25 @ 7:28 PM EDT
We're listening. Thank you all for the advice. Love the idea of listening & learning from educators in the bloggers cafe.
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:28 PM EDT
@ShanaVWhite
Good point. It must be tough to be in sales, but when you don't try to sell you can be more effective :)
#edtechbridge
EdTech_Stories
May 25 @ 7:28 PM EDT
@meloniewallace
If edu cracks this issue then I recon there would be A LOT less sales calls
https://t.co/rzZaIFSHKj
#EdTechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:29 PM EDT
@meloniewallace
Amen!
#edtechbridge
nathan_stevens
May 25 @ 7:29 PM EDT
@katyamuses
I wouldn't say no to a piece of cake
#EdTechBridge
#cakechat
https://t.co/rJXmBozEEI
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:29 PM EDT
Yes!
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/Cn9JZ0xDcC
raspberryberet3
May 25 @ 7:26 PM EDT
A3: talk TO me not AT me!
#EdTechBridge
polonerd
May 25 @ 7:29 PM EDT
@katyamuses
I'll chat with new companies especially if booth looks quiet. More time for real conversation.
#EdTechBridge
mbfxc
May 25 @ 7:29 PM EDT
A4 I avoid the expo hall! Rather be in the blogger's cafe having a convo, seeing a demo, being engaged
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/7k9CERZr8G
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:28 PM EDT
Q4. What's your strategy in the expo hall? When do you chat with an edtech co you've never heard of?
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/so6y9JxtZm
specialtechie
May 25 @ 7:29 PM EDT
@choosito
Now see...I feel more important already.
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:29 PM EDT
@ShanaVWhite
I'm great, thanks! You? Will you be at
#ISTE16
? Doing anything with
@brainpop
?
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:29 PM EDT
@raspberryberet3
Yes!
#edtechbridge
ariellehg
May 25 @ 7:29 PM EDT
A4: 3 major things-referral from a colleague, they solve a problem I need fixing, their product looks engaging AND educational
#edtechbridge
raspberryberet3
May 25 @ 7:29 PM EDT
A4: honestly? 1st thing that attracts me is how they set up their booth.
#EdTechBridge
polonerd
May 25 @ 7:30 PM EDT
@nathan_stevens
@katyamuses
Cake would be better than a T-shirt.
#EdTechBridge
nathan_stevens
May 25 @ 7:30 PM EDT
@katyamuses
A4 I find my vendor friends and hang out and pub their product. Find me with
@tinkercad
@DremelEdu
booth at ISTE
#edtechbridge
ariellehg
May 25 @ 7:30 PM EDT
@raspberryberet3
We are a visual society. This is important.
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:30 PM EDT
@aoakes4
sure thing. Let's figure out a time!
#edtechbridge
WriteOnJulie
May 25 @ 7:30 PM EDT
A4 Go to a product I'm already interested in & know some about or a person I already know
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/Rjks2B1e5o
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:28 PM EDT
Q4. What's your strategy in the expo hall? When do you chat with an edtech co you've never heard of?
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/so6y9JxtZm
minnie0672
May 25 @ 7:30 PM EDT
A4 - when something they have at their booth catches my eye
#EdTechBridge
nathan_stevens
May 25 @ 7:31 PM EDT
@katyamuses
A4 being in higher Ed , a lot of the products are a waste of time for me
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:31 PM EDT
@brianrozinsky
@ShanaVWhite
That would be awesome! I use my creeper mug to define my personal space needs :)
#edtechbridge
mbfxc
May 25 @ 7:31 PM EDT
Don't sell, engage. Don't talk, show. Build an ongoing relationship & see value in the 2 way street
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/KOVnJV1qcN
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:28 PM EDT
@ShanaVWhite
Good point. It must be tough to be in sales, but when you don't try to sell you can be more effective :)
#edtechbridge
choosito
May 25 @ 7:31 PM EDT
@specialtechie
feels good when an educator can use that statement.
#edtechbridge
nathan_stevens
May 25 @ 7:31 PM EDT
@polonerd
@katyamuses
T-shirts are forever
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:31 PM EDT
Q4: What's your strategy in the expo hall? When do you chat with an edtech company you never heard of?
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/jYKQJX0BOt
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:28 PM EDT
Q4. What's your strategy in the expo hall? When do you chat with an edtech co you've never heard of?
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/so6y9JxtZm
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:32 PM EDT
@polonerd
@nathan_stevens
I found out that companies often get fined for bringing food in. U gotta pay $$$ to hand out cake
#edtechbridge
polonerd
May 25 @ 7:32 PM EDT
@nathan_stevens
@katyamuses
but it's cake. that's all I got. I love cake.
#EdTechBridge
specialtechie
May 25 @ 7:32 PM EDT
A4: Hit all the required booths for give-aways 1st, then go to my favs, then look for engaging booths.
#EdTechBridge
WriteOnJulie
May 25 @ 7:32 PM EDT
@nathan_stevens
What about a free taco bar? ;o)
#edtechbridge
ariellehg
May 25 @ 7:32 PM EDT
A4- SWAG. But good swag
#edtechbridge
Peekapak
May 25 @ 7:32 PM EDT
A3: @ Peekapak we talk to as many ppl by hosting coffee meetups & doing fun things to inspire and excite (games & freebies)
#EdTechBridge
meloniewallace
May 25 @ 7:32 PM EDT
A4 my strategy is usually to go to new companies
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:32 PM EDT
@choosito
good point - places like the bloggers cafe create a safe neutral space for networking :)
#edtechbridge
nathan_stevens
May 25 @ 7:32 PM EDT
@katyamuses
@polonerd
ok let's have a little get together later and let the cake flow
#cakechat
#edtechbridge
edtechjam
May 25 @ 7:32 PM EDT
@polonerd
@katyamuses
On the vendor side, we appreciate that, too. No worse feeling than not addressing Qs during a mad rush.
#edtechbridge
EdTech_Stories
May 25 @ 7:33 PM EDT
@mbfxc
Excited to be collaborating with you and some other pirates on this project Marialcie!
#EdTechbridge
edtechjam
May 25 @ 7:33 PM EDT
@iwearthecrowns
You tell 'em, Knives! Twitter etiquette is a real thing.
#edtechbridge
nathan_stevens
May 25 @ 7:33 PM EDT
@WriteOnJulie
I all over a taco bar
#tacochat
#edtechbridge
polonerd
May 25 @ 7:33 PM EDT
@katyamuses
@nathan_stevens
That makes sense - clean up fees. Our grads couldn't have balloons or we got fined if it flew away
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:33 PM EDT
@polonerd
@nathan_stevens
@katyamuses
mmmmmm cake - more booths should hand out cake :)
#edtechbridge
mbfxc
May 25 @ 7:33 PM EDT
A4 Do you ever feel that we sell ourselves when we settle for the give aways?
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/GBrMU3IzQZ
specialtechie
May 25 @ 7:32 PM EDT
A4: Hit all the required booths for give-aways 1st, then go to my favs, then look for engaging booths.
#EdTechBridge
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:33 PM EDT
Sometimes I think it's more worthwhile for cos to have no presence on expo floor at all. Just informal networking.
#edtechbridge
specialtechie
May 25 @ 7:33 PM EDT
@choosito
It makes me want to check out what you have to offer too.
#EdTechBridge
WriteOnJulie
May 25 @ 7:33 PM EDT
@nathan_stevens
@katyamuses
seriously tho, when faced w going to food vendor or not eating & going to exhibitors..
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:34 PM EDT
Actually, as we talk about this I think it would be great for booths to offer coffee and a comfortable place to sit.
#edtechbridge
nathan_stevens
May 25 @ 7:34 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
@polonerd
@katyamuses
see I think this is the start of the cake booth
#cakechat
#edtechbridge
spaul6414
May 25 @ 7:34 PM EDT
For the expo hall. I check out new stuff primarily. Then think how could be applied to my tchrs and Ss.
#EdTechBridge
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:35 PM EDT
Q5. What is your strategy/experience with following up after a conference?
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/4ObpCqORP2
mbfxc
May 25 @ 7:35 PM EDT
Hope
#edtechbridge
joins us on
@declara
project for
@isteconnects
! Great opp for
#ISTE2016
PLNs 2 engage!
#notatiste
https://t.co/hkACBtqiHl
EdTech_Stories
May 25 @ 7:33 PM EDT
@mbfxc
Excited to be collaborating with you and some other pirates on this project Marialcie!
#EdTechbridge
Rdene915
May 25 @ 7:35 PM EDT
@katyamuses
#edtechbridge
#edtech
A4 I always have a plan of who I def want to talk to & meet F2F, & just walk and see what grabs my attn
brianrozinsky
May 25 @ 7:35 PM EDT
A4 Expo hall litmus test: Am I learning something valuable here? Yes=stay & chat. No=keep moving.
#edtechbridge
nathan_stevens
May 25 @ 7:35 PM EDT
@edtechjam
@iwearthecrowns
how do you feel about our cake discussion
#edtechbridge
ariellehg
May 25 @ 7:35 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
Yes. Booths need to be bigger to move aside and have a real conversation
#edtechbridge
specialtechie
May 25 @ 7:35 PM EDT
@mbfxc
Sometimes, but one day...I'm gonna be that girl!
#EdTechBridge
aoakes4
May 25 @ 7:35 PM EDT
A4: Might suggest: Try to chat, if you really want time to chat, when sessions are happening. Fewer people. Less madness/rush.
#edtechbridge
nathan_stevens
May 25 @ 7:35 PM EDT
@edtechjam
@iwearthecrowns
Jam did you see about my dance with vendors tweet earlier in the chat. That was for you
#edtechbridge
minnie0672
May 25 @ 7:35 PM EDT
A5 - I take business cards and write a note on the back to remind myself the connection and send emails on my trip home
#EdTechBridge
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:36 PM EDT
@aoakes4
Good suggestion, and another reason so many avoid sessions
#edtechbridge
choosito
May 25 @ 7:36 PM EDT
@specialtechie
thanks Pam. Plenty of time for that. I've learned to never interrupt a twitter chat.
#edtechbridge
raspberryberet3
May 25 @ 7:36 PM EDT
A5: email; Twitter; Skype, GHO, Google apps.
#EdTechBridge
edtechjam
May 25 @ 7:36 PM EDT
@nathan_stevens
@iwearthecrowns
This is an accurate representation of my feelings.
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/LCGcD9Acap
specialtechie
May 25 @ 7:36 PM EDT
@aoakes4
Kind of like going on rides at Disney during the parades.
#EdTechBridge
nathan_stevens
May 25 @ 7:36 PM EDT
@katyamuses
A5 I guess it really depends now on the vendors cake strategy
#EdTechBridge
#cakechat
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:36 PM EDT
@Peekapak
will you have coffee :) and
@TuyetDiana
?
#EdTechBridge
iwearthecrowns
May 25 @ 7:37 PM EDT
@nathan_stevens
@edtechjam
Cake?!? Count me in! 🍰
#EdTechBridge
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:37 PM EDT
A5. I try to save a few key business cards and write on the card where we met and what we talked about. Email a few days later
#edtechbridge
Peekapak
May 25 @ 7:37 PM EDT
A5: We always followup right away after the conference-everything is still fresh in minds. It takes extra time but worth it!
#EdTechBridge
Rdene915
May 25 @ 7:37 PM EDT
@katyamuses
#edtechbridge
A5 I have sent questions/thank yous, requests, will follow up, once have time to look things over.
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:37 PM EDT
.
@yogibobags
needs to have a booth at
#ISTE16
-let's all meet there! Actually just submitted my order for classroom furniture!
#EdTechBridge
mzgrz
May 25 @ 7:37 PM EDT
A5 I try to make sure I use the product and follow up. Sometimes it doesn't happen right away though
#EdTechBridge
mbfxc
May 25 @ 7:37 PM EDT
A5 This is critical! So many contacts & resources. How do we follow up?
@EdTech_Stories
has solution
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/niXR7weEDj
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:35 PM EDT
Q5. What is your strategy/experience with following up after a conference?
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/4ObpCqORP2
polonerd
May 25 @ 7:37 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
@nathan_stevens
@katyamuses
We'll set a time to meet during ISTE at Mermaids Bakery- Cupcakes, Cakes & Pies
#EdTechBridge
nathan_stevens
May 25 @ 7:37 PM EDT
@katyamuses
A5 just offer me my 1% of my next purchase and I am fine
#EdTechBridge
WriteOnJulie
May 25 @ 7:38 PM EDT
.
@fetc
we kept going back to
@bretford
ahh, comfy seats, marker board tables to play on & charging!
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/vxmP3Mf9v1
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:34 PM EDT
Actually, as we talk about this I think it would be great for booths to offer coffee and a comfortable place to sit.
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:38 PM EDT
@polonerd
@nathan_stevens
@katyamuses
tell me when!
@iwearthecrowns
and I are there!
#ISTE16
#edtechbridge
nathan_stevens
May 25 @ 7:38 PM EDT
@edtechjam
@iwearthecrowns
I find that you are one of the few vendors that will dance with me.
#supportJam
#edtechbridge
Peekapak
May 25 @ 7:38 PM EDT
.
@mr_isaacs
@TuyetDiana
absolutely! :D
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:39 PM EDT
Speaking of this, at
@minefaire
we are creating a Teachers' lounge with comfy furniture, computers,
#minecraft
taught by kids
#edtechbridge
nathan_stevens
May 25 @ 7:39 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
@polonerd
@katyamuses
@iwearthecrowns
done. Let's get on this
#edtechbridge
mbfxc
May 25 @ 7:39 PM EDT
A5 I like to invite contacts into my class via Skype, GHO or Twitter! Best way 2 continue relationship
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/1vK4chphU6
raspberryberet3
May 25 @ 7:36 PM EDT
A5: email; Twitter; Skype, GHO, Google apps.
#EdTechBridge
specialtechie
May 25 @ 7:39 PM EDT
@WriteOnJulie
@fetc
@bretford
Love
#FETC
, my first favorite.
#EdTechBridge
@brainpop
is my stop. Gotta get a pic with Moby!
aoakes4
May 25 @ 7:39 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
@Peekapak
@TuyetDiana
Well, this home roaster demands that it be good coffee, not hotel/conf center swill. :)
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:39 PM EDT
@Peekapak
@TuyetDiana
OK _ see you there :)
#ISTE15
#coffeePeekapak
#edtechbridge
EdTech_Stories
May 25 @ 7:39 PM EDT
@mbfxc
You won't find much swag at a stand if I was organising it. Seriously, I'm not kidding ;)
https://t.co/GG62FmduyF
#EdTechBridge
nathan_stevens
May 25 @ 7:39 PM EDT
@polonerd
@mr_isaacs
@katyamuses
@iwearthecrowns
let's make a session at the cake store
#edtechbridge
ariellehg
May 25 @ 7:40 PM EDT
@mbfxc
I would love to Skypet with Vendors. I find it hard when I have 70-90 kids per grade instead of 1 classroom
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:40 PM EDT
@nathan_stevens
@polonerd
@katyamuses
@iwearthecrowns
absolutely
#CoffeeGBL
or
#CoffeeEDU
or #cupcake#EDU
#edtechbridge
raspberryberet3
May 25 @ 7:40 PM EDT
Yup I've done the same!
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/ThgeAJDefW
mbfxc
May 25 @ 7:39 PM EDT
A5 I like to invite contacts into my class via Skype, GHO or Twitter! Best way 2 continue relationship
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/1vK4chphU6
raspberryberet3
May 25 @ 7:36 PM EDT
A5: email; Twitter; Skype, GHO, Google apps.
#EdTechBridge
Q_i_a_n_a
May 25 @ 7:40 PM EDT
A5: I don't wait until the conference is over, usually I follow up with an email that same evening/day via email if I can.
#EdTechBridge
choosito
May 25 @ 7:40 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
gr8 place 2 meet authors, EdTech leaders, or just those that are new & curious. Love the open & friendly atmosphere
#edtechbridge
edtechjam
May 25 @ 7:40 PM EDT
@nathan_stevens
@iwearthecrowns
Sigh, you guys will have to Periscope a dance for me while I'm back in NY -_-
#SupportJamsFoot
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:40 PM EDT
me too! Great to bring industry professionals in!
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/sFIYbWGII4
raspberryberet3
May 25 @ 7:40 PM EDT
Yup I've done the same!
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/ThgeAJDefW
mbfxc
May 25 @ 7:39 PM EDT
A5 I like to invite contacts into my class via Skype, GHO or Twitter! Best way 2 continue relationship
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/1vK4chphU6
raspberryberet3
May 25 @ 7:36 PM EDT
A5: email; Twitter; Skype, GHO, Google apps.
#EdTechBridge
brianrozinsky
May 25 @ 7:40 PM EDT
A5 Spit-balling here, having never tried, but I suspect
https://t.co/OInbLWGNWo
could help automate (impersonal) follow-up.
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:41 PM EDT
@raspberryberet3
This is a great idea!
#edtechbridge
EdTech_Stories
May 25 @ 7:41 PM EDT
@katyamuses
That's a trend I'm seeing a lot of innovative companies with n stands at major edu events.
#EdTechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:41 PM EDT
Can we just pack our bags and head to
#ISTE16
now?
@isteconnects
#ISTE2016
#edtechbridge
nathan_stevens
May 25 @ 7:41 PM EDT
@edtechjam
@iwearthecrowns
I will dance with anyone at the
@DremelEdu
booth when I am not presenting
#edtechbridge
mbfxc
May 25 @ 7:41 PM EDT
Make sure you are following
@jlscheffer
@BHShelpdesk
! Love how they engage vendors on GHO
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/GMSAN3lxZC
ariellehg
May 25 @ 7:40 PM EDT
@mbfxc
I would love to Skypet with Vendors. I find it hard when I have 70-90 kids per grade instead of 1 classroom
#edtechbridge
Q_i_a_n_a
May 25 @ 7:41 PM EDT
A4: This is a good question! I'll read through the answers
#EdTechBridge
eusebiusclay
May 25 @ 7:41 PM EDT
We should make typing classes mandatory in every elementary school, and students need a more intuitive keyboard.
#EdTechBridge
ariellehg
May 25 @ 7:41 PM EDT
Coffee wins my heart every time. But it's hard to move around a conference with it. I want real food!
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:41 PM EDT
@mbfxc
@jlscheffer
@BHShelpdesk
AWESOME! Love the student help desk podcast idea!
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:42 PM EDT
Q6. What is your most memorable edtech conference experience?
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/MfGQm4XSUO
mbfxc
May 25 @ 7:42 PM EDT
Don't forget all the
#notatiste
folks too! They'll have virtual bags packed!
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/R0uu9k8zqU
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:41 PM EDT
Can we just pack our bags and head to
#ISTE16
now?
@isteconnects
#ISTE2016
#edtechbridge
WriteOnJulie
May 25 @ 7:42 PM EDT
A5 I call, email, like on FB or connect on
@twitter
, even place an order. Don't like when I end up getting junk emails from
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:42 PM EDT
Q6: What is your most memorable edtech conference experience?
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/tDG51nv3nX
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:42 PM EDT
Q6. What is your most memorable edtech conference experience?
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/MfGQm4XSUO
Peekapak
May 25 @ 7:42 PM EDT
.
@ariellehg
haha what would be your ideal "real food"?
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:43 PM EDT
@mbfxc
of course - you're definitely coming with us :)
#edtechbridge
spaul6414
May 25 @ 7:43 PM EDT
@choosito
@mr_isaacs
Totally agree. Great place to also share ideas.
#edtechbridge
nathan_stevens
May 25 @ 7:43 PM EDT
@katyamuses
A6 meeting all my Twitter friends in person and connecting with my
#edufiance
#edtechbridge
WriteOnJulie
May 25 @ 7:43 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
@isteconnects
Nope, got to go to
@iPadpalooza
in Austin first!
@technologyWIN
is presenting!
#EdTechBridge
Q_i_a_n_a
May 25 @ 7:43 PM EDT
A3: Connect w/ individuals on a human level first! Where are they from? Enjoying conf? Before you dive in. Then seek advice
#edtechbridge
minnie0672
May 25 @ 7:43 PM EDT
A6 - Haven't been to an edtech conference but my best conference experience was meeting
@CoTeachPro
the first time
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:44 PM EDT
A6: Attending my first
#ISTE
with
@brainpop
& helping out in the booth, being made to feel part of the team (family)
#awesome
#edtechbridge
ariellehg
May 25 @ 7:44 PM EDT
@Peekapak
Something quick but delicious: dumplings, empanadas, meatballs, tacos, sushi... I can go on all dau
#edtechbridge
raspberryberet3
May 25 @ 7:44 PM EDT
A6:
#ISTE
last year; met a lot of great ppl & networked w/ my Phd professors!
#EdTechBridge
nathan_stevens
May 25 @ 7:44 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
@mbfxc
of those at
#notatiste
will have to provide their own cake
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:44 PM EDT
A6. ISTE birds of a feather
#edtechbridge
session last year was pretty special
@mzgrz
@TaliaArbit
@molapus
WiseDad_Games
May 25 @ 7:44 PM EDT
A6: Not really an answer, but if anybody in my district has ever been to one....they haven't shared.
#edtechbridge
spaul6414
May 25 @ 7:44 PM EDT
@Peekapak
Yes, yes yes! Coffee meet ups are awesome. Wish I could go to more but seem to always have something else going on.
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:44 PM EDT
@nathan_stevens
@mbfxc
Who are you kidding? You'll supply plenty of virtual cake!
#edtechbridge
mbfxc
May 25 @ 7:44 PM EDT
A6 Blogger's cafe is my favorite location because of the opportunity to truly engage
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/S3TfQFZ2tT
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:42 PM EDT
Q6. What is your most memorable edtech conference experience?
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/MfGQm4XSUO
WriteOnJulie
May 25 @ 7:44 PM EDT
@nathan_stevens
@edtechjam
@iwearthecrowns
@DremelEdu
Got good 90s dance music?
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:45 PM EDT
@WiseDad_Games
:(
#edtechbridge
edtechjam
May 25 @ 7:45 PM EDT
A6 Sharing a mustache selfie with
@nathan_stevens
. Wendy's at midnight with
@TechedUpTeacher
. Seeing all my PLN friends IRL.
#edtechbridge
mbfxc
May 25 @ 7:45 PM EDT
Birds of a feather certainly do flock together!
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/yutfvamOkp
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:44 PM EDT
A6. ISTE birds of a feather
#edtechbridge
session last year was pretty special
@mzgrz
@TaliaArbit
@molapus
nathan_stevens
May 25 @ 7:45 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
@mbfxc
#cakechat
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/RBLbEF2KPQ
spaul6414
May 25 @ 7:45 PM EDT
@ariellehg
YES!
#edtechbridge
Peekapak
May 25 @ 7:45 PM EDT
A6:
#itse
is incredible. We're really looking forward to being there again this year!!
#EdTechBridge
nathan_stevens
May 25 @ 7:45 PM EDT
@edtechjam
@TechedUpTeacher
you went to Wendy's with Chris. Where was I?
#edtechbridge
specialtechie
May 25 @ 7:45 PM EDT
A6:
#fetc2016
I did a poster session and went to
#edtechkaroke
I can't wait for
#fetc2017
(but won't rush summer)
#EdTechBridge
EdTech_Stories
May 25 @ 7:46 PM EDT
A5) I do things that ppl don't have the time to do and/or is mundane but feel could be of value
https://t.co/EC2Moz8Lnl
#EdTechBridge
choosito
May 25 @ 7:46 PM EDT
A6 My first conf. Felt alone and overwhelmed. Didn't know where to dive in. Then just did. Connected w/ others. Now hooked.
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:46 PM EDT
A6: A great memory was Pizza at the buy one give one place in Philly with
@pauldarvasi
@TaliaArbit
@iwearthecrowns
@juliasween
#edtechbridge
edtechjam
May 25 @ 7:46 PM EDT
A6 Here's a good one from a conference earlier this year... so many great memories.
#edtechbridge
#peachciroc
https://t.co/ds6xmIqgwD
Peekapak
May 25 @ 7:46 PM EDT
.
@ariellehg
we love all those foods, too, and will keep them in mind! :p
#EdTechBridge
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:46 PM EDT
@choosito
Which conference was it?
#edtechbridge
mzgrz
May 25 @ 7:46 PM EDT
A6
#sxswedu16
with
@TaliaArbit
@edtechjam
@mr_isaacs
and meeting innovators
@PaulDarvasi
@PeggySheehy
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:46 PM EDT
@edtechjam
love this picture!!! Wish I was there but glad my lovely wife was!
#edtechbridge
Rdene915
May 25 @ 7:46 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
@katyamuses
#EdTechBridge
A6
#iste2015
for meeting F2F
#pln
& members
@GmSimNetwork
@ISTEMLN
, &
@peteandc
in PA great grp
mbfxc
May 25 @ 7:46 PM EDT
I'm presenting w/
@digcitizen
@jasonohler
for
#digcit
@isteconnects
PLN at
#ISTE2016
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/xhy8mkk89C
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:43 PM EDT
@mbfxc
of course - you're definitely coming with us :)
#edtechbridge
ISTEMLN
May 25 @ 7:46 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
@katyamuses
#EdTechBridge
A6
#iste2015
for meeting F2F
#pln
& members
@GmSimNetwork
, &
@peteandc
in PA great grp via @ dene915
edtechjam
May 25 @ 7:47 PM EDT
A6 Basically, building these digital relationships F2F is so invaluable. My heart breaks knowing I may miss ISTE this year.
#edtechbridge
nathan_stevens
May 25 @ 7:47 PM EDT
@WriteOnJulie
@edtechjam
@iwearthecrowns
@DremelEdu
always
#edtechbridge
choosito
May 25 @ 7:47 PM EDT
@katyamuses
ISTE
#edtechbridge
edtechjam
May 25 @ 7:48 PM EDT
@mzgrz
@TaliaArbit
@mr_isaacs
@PaulDarvasi
@PeggySheehy
Yes, an amazing time, friend!
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/T3eNhGyKrr
ariellehg
May 25 @ 7:48 PM EDT
Sorry. I've got to go a little early. Thanks all for the great convos.
#edtechbridge
edtechjam
May 25 @ 7:48 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
We missed you terribly!
#edtechbridge
WriteOnJulie
May 25 @ 7:48 PM EDT
A6 Dining adventure w
@karkau
@technologyWIN
#edtechbridge
nathan_stevens
May 25 @ 7:48 PM EDT
@edtechjam
@TechedUpTeacher
#boom
#pics
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/rlgXVw0kyX
EdTech_Stories
May 25 @ 7:48 PM EDT
@mbfxc
Thanks Marialice, here's one of the collections I've pulled together so far:
#ISTE2016
sessions
https://t.co/cBJymyV9BS
#EdTechBridge
TaliaArbit
May 25 @ 7:49 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
@PaulDarvasi
@iwearthecrowns
@JuliaSween
, loved that adventure! What an inspiring place.
#Edtechbridge
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:49 PM EDT
Q7. How do you use the summer differently than the school year for PD?
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/uU5NeUj6kW
TaliaArbit
May 25 @ 7:49 PM EDT
Yes yes yes!
#Edtechbridge
https://t.co/74Jq8NrMbd
mzgrz
May 25 @ 7:46 PM EDT
A6
#sxswedu16
with
@TaliaArbit
@edtechjam
@mr_isaacs
and meeting innovators
@PaulDarvasi
@PeggySheehy
#EdTechBridge
edtechjam
May 25 @ 7:49 PM EDT
@nathan_stevens
@TechedUpTeacher
Post-IES party last year. It was a disaster... Chris can confirm. :D
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/rBLvG7IVAU
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:50 PM EDT
A6: great conference ish memory - Seeing BNL/Violent Femmees/Colin Hayes w/
@artdabbler3
@iwearthecrowns
@bronst
@pauldarvasi
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:50 PM EDT
A6: so many memories - all revolve around the people I was with :)
#edtechbridge
edtechjam
May 25 @ 7:50 PM EDT
@nathan_stevens
@TechedUpTeacher
a whole ~*~collage~*~?! I am honored
#edtechbridge
mbfxc
May 25 @ 7:50 PM EDT
These collections will help with engaging before, during & after
#ISTE2016
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/sMF98dl29o
EdTech_Stories
May 25 @ 7:48 PM EDT
@mbfxc
Thanks Marialice, here's one of the collections I've pulled together so far:
#ISTE2016
sessions
https://t.co/cBJymyV9BS
#EdTechBridge
raspberryberet3
May 25 @ 7:50 PM EDT
A7: a little more self directed & personal; blog, read, brainstorm.
#EdTechBridge
edtechjam
May 25 @ 7:50 PM EDT
@nathan_stevens
@TechedUpTeacher
Not so sure about that guy on the right, though
#edtechbridge
minnie0672
May 25 @ 7:50 PM EDT
A7 - I do my own personal PD over the summer not something that the school requires
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:50 PM EDT
@RusulAlrubail
@isteconnects
YAY!!!!!
#EdTechBridge
WiseDad_Games
May 25 @ 7:51 PM EDT
A7: Lots more reading, self-directed.
#edtechbridge
brianrozinsky
May 25 @ 7:51 PM EDT
A7 For one, I don't hyperventilate as much.
#edtechbridge
edtechjam
May 25 @ 7:51 PM EDT
@ariellehg
Thanks for joining us tonight!
#edtechbridge
specialtechie
May 25 @ 7:51 PM EDT
A7: I'd love to find a good
#edcamp
and I use Twitter chats for PD and Book Studies. Oh, and pinterest planning
#EdTechBridge
minnie0672
May 25 @ 7:51 PM EDT
A7 - also explore new areas over the summer
#EdTechBridge
spaul6414
May 25 @ 7:51 PM EDT
@edtechjam
Same here. Will be missing ISTE this year.
#edtechbridge
TaliaArbit
May 25 @ 7:51 PM EDT
@edtechjam
, love your face in that photo. Quintessential Emily =)
#edtechbridge
WriteOnJulie
May 25 @ 7:51 PM EDT
A7 More freedom to travel & farther & even include a vacation too.
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/PH3hpvL0Xs
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:49 PM EDT
Q7. How do you use the summer differently than the school year for PD?
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/uU5NeUj6kW
mbfxc
May 25 @ 7:51 PM EDT
Q7 I need 2 unplug & recharge during the summer. After ISTE I take a break until
@edcampCT
in August!
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/m4vUR9t8Oq
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:49 PM EDT
Q7. How do you use the summer differently than the school year for PD?
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/uU5NeUj6kW
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:51 PM EDT
#SXSWEdu
was awesome - always is - great memories - the Dan Rather moment was pretty epic :)
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/UMrFx2AKcL
edtechjam
May 25 @ 7:48 PM EDT
@mzgrz
@TaliaArbit
@mr_isaacs
@PaulDarvasi
@PeggySheehy
Yes, an amazing time, friend!
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/T3eNhGyKrr
specialtechie
May 25 @ 7:52 PM EDT
Last
#fetc
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/G5uEkXSh03
JuliaSween
May 25 @ 7:52 PM EDT
Hey
#EdTechBridge
! I'm always asleep in Ireland when this chat happens, but I'm in Ohio & want to jump in for the last ten mins!
raspberryberet3
May 25 @ 7:52 PM EDT
@spaul6414
@edtechjam
me too!! 😢😢😢
#EdTechBridge
#ISTE
TaliaArbit
May 25 @ 7:52 PM EDT
I see a great
#Edtechbridge
topic here! Personal PD for the summer?
@mr_isaacs
@katyamuses
@edtechjam
@mzgrz
https://t.co/cP6Gy23gDl
minnie0672
May 25 @ 7:50 PM EDT
A7 - I do my own personal PD over the summer not something that the school requires
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:52 PM EDT
Q7: How do you use summer differently than the school year for PD?
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/h5vsw8Qvb9
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:49 PM EDT
Q7. How do you use the summer differently than the school year for PD?
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/uU5NeUj6kW
ShanaVWhite
May 25 @ 7:53 PM EDT
A6: Looking fwd to
#ISTE2016
to make new memories. Recently at
@TeachCode
finally got to meet 1 of my PLN sisters
@msEdtechie
#EdTechBridge
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:53 PM EDT
A7. Summer is actually busier at work for me than school year since we are prepping for next yr, so less PD
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:53 PM EDT
A7: I get to a lot of conferences over summer - always feels a little more relaxed than during year - nice dinners, PLN time
#edtechbridge
WriteOnJulie
May 25 @ 7:53 PM EDT
This year is a fun two week adventure of Austin for a week & then straight to CO w/o coming home first!
@iPadpalooza
#ISTE
#edtechbridge
WiseDad_Games
May 25 @ 7:53 PM EDT
A7: And of course, lots more time for a big project.
#edtechbridge
JuliaSween
May 25 @ 7:53 PM EDT
A7: What's nice abt the summer is the time that we have to really explore new tools!
#EdTechBridge
More able to push my comfort zone!
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:53 PM EDT
@WriteOnJulie
@iPadpalooza
Awesome!
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:53 PM EDT
@JuliaSween
truth!
#edtechbridge
spaul6414
May 25 @ 7:54 PM EDT
A7. I do my own PD during the summer. Online webinars, Coursera courses, edcamps, etc.
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:54 PM EDT
@JuliaSween
Will you make it across the pond to
#ISTE16
?
#edtechbridge
JuliaSween
May 25 @ 7:54 PM EDT
@WiseDad_Games
That's true! I've always got a list of things I would LOVE to do if I had some more time. Summer IS that time.
#EdTechBridge
TTMobile_us
May 25 @ 7:54 PM EDT
#EdTechBridge
is now trending in USA, ranking 47
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:54 PM EDT
A7: Summer provides opportunity to learn some of those things we've been needing more time for - but where does summer go?
#edtechbridge
molapus
May 25 @ 7:55 PM EDT
This was pretty awesome this past school year too
@katyamuses
@sarahdateechur
@Q_i_a_n_a
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/azlYf69fB5
brianrozinsky
May 25 @ 7:55 PM EDT
A7.2 Increasingly, my prof learning resembles year-round school. No summer break, but also delightfully self-directed.
#edtechbridge
specialtechie
May 25 @ 7:55 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
It does fly!
#EdTechBridge
raspberryberet3
May 25 @ 7:55 PM EDT
@edtechjam
@spaul6414
right back atcha!!
#EdTechBridge
#ISTE
spaul6414
May 25 @ 7:55 PM EDT
@edtechjam
@raspberryberet3
I love these doggies!
#edtechbridge
JuliaSween
May 25 @ 7:55 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
I'm going to be going to more state-based conferences this summer, so no ISTE this year. :(
#EdTechBridge
But, AR, TN, & CA :)
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:55 PM EDT
@molapus
@katyamuses
@sarahdateechur
@Q_i_a_n_a
yeah, i was a bit jelly about that one!
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:55 PM EDT
Speaking of conferences... what's on everyone's summer conference schedule?
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:55 PM EDT
@molapus
@sarahdateechur
@Q_i_a_n_a
Yes that was a great night!
#edtechbridge
TechedUpTeacher
May 25 @ 7:55 PM EDT
@edtechjam
@nathan_stevens
bad news bears
#EdTechBridge
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:56 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
Actually.. nothing! Can you believe it?
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:56 PM EDT
OUTRO: Name, role, location and what you'd like to talk about next time on
#edtechbridge
mbfxc
May 25 @ 7:56 PM EDT
#WhereIsMerve
:) If I go to any vendor's stand, I go to see
@molapus
b/c it's about the relationship!
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/IgcsaJj0iZ
molapus
May 25 @ 7:55 PM EDT
This was pretty awesome this past school year too
@katyamuses
@sarahdateechur
@Q_i_a_n_a
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/azlYf69fB5
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:56 PM EDT
I'm heading to
#ISTE16
#seriousplayconf
#GIE16
#gamingedu
(philly)
#GENCON
#edtechbridge
WiseDad_Games
May 25 @ 7:56 PM EDT
@JuliaSween
What is #1 on your list?
#edtechbridge
Rdene915
May 25 @ 7:56 PM EDT
@katyamuses
#edtechbridge
#personalizedPD
A7 More time to explore, reflect & plan, read a lot more, I stay really busy but less stress :)
Michelle4EDU
May 25 @ 7:56 PM EDT
Hey
#EdTechBridge
feel free to jump over to
#HCPSTeach
as we discuss student engagement at 8 pm. 👍
https://t.co/kdnuAZ3mks
cybraryman1
May 25 @ 7:56 PM EDT
My Summer Learning page
https://t.co/u9v5MfkFF6
#EdTechBridge
JuliaSween
May 25 @ 7:56 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
It's so true--we better not blink! :)
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:56 PM EDT
@katyamuses
I can not really, but wonderful for you to be able to spend the time at home - but you will be missed!!!
#edtechbridge
WriteOnJulie
May 25 @ 7:56 PM EDT
By staying longer & combining into vacation, get
#familytime
&
#travel
experiences
#edtechbridge
Peekapak
May 25 @ 7:56 PM EDT
We use summers to offer teachers free PD webinars. Our webinar this Fri is about activities for the end of the school year!
#EdTechBridge
PledgeCents
May 25 @ 7:57 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
anyone heading to
#ISTE2016
?
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:57 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
Go to lots of happy hours for me!
#edtechbridge
kirish43
May 25 @ 7:57 PM EDT
#edtechbridge
A7 Instead of the doing thr PD the district wants I get to choose the PD I'm interested in
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:57 PM EDT
Outro: Steve, Teacher, game design and development, .. how bout Creating opportunities for global collaboration w
@pauldarvasi
#edtechbridge
JuliaSween
May 25 @ 7:57 PM EDT
@WiseDad_Games
Honestly, #1 is to fully invest in learning to code. I always endorse it for Ss, but I want to know it myself!
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:57 PM EDT
@PledgeCents
you betcha! Will you be there?
#edtechbridge
PledgeCents
May 25 @ 7:57 PM EDT
@spaul6414
hope you do some of that online pd at a beach or somewhere sunny :)
#edtechbridge
nathan_stevens
May 25 @ 7:57 PM EDT
@katyamuses
nathan, cinnamon, at Katys's place, more about vendors and cakes
#EdTechBridge
specialtechie
May 25 @ 7:58 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
GoogleFest SC, hopefully
#edcampvolusia
and Research to Practice Institute SC
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:58 PM EDT
@cybraryman1
Hey Jerry :)
#edtechbridge
raspberryberet3
May 25 @ 7:58 PM EDT
@Peekapak
I've got a great one if you're interested :)
#EdTechBridge
minnie0672
May 25 @ 7:58 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
I'll be spending 8 weeks in DC on an internship with National Association of State Directors of Special Ed
#edtechbridge
TaliaArbit
May 25 @ 7:58 PM EDT
Outro: I'm digging the topic of personalized summer PD! Would be great to discuss more.
#Edtechbridge
RandallSampson
May 25 @ 7:58 PM EDT
Yeah🎉
#SipAndPin
Summer Party .
@Starbucks
gift cards are going out!
https://t.co/EHiJl7QONC
#EdTechBridge
#satchat
https://t.co/gyPU4dykgn
kirish43
May 25 @ 7:58 PM EDT
#edtechbridge
although summer vacation here in Mi is around 6 weeks
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:58 PM EDT
.
@molapus
will you be at
#ISTE16
?
#edtechbridge
PledgeCents
May 25 @ 7:59 PM EDT
@JuliaSween
able to push comfort zone without worrying about planning for school the next day / week :)
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
May 25 @ 7:59 PM EDT
Katya, NYC, UX Research
@brainpop
, signing off. Great chat again!
#edtechbridge
raspberryberet3
May 25 @ 7:59 PM EDT
Shelly, Toronto, Instructional Coach, collaborating in global scale. Need to go beyond the school.
#EdTechBridge
choosito
May 25 @ 7:59 PM EDT
@brianrozinsky
love seeing so many connected eds sharing experiences from themselves & ss cont. Learning on their own
#edtechbridge
Rdene915
May 25 @ 7:59 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
#edtechbridge
@USMSpark
#iste2016
EdCamp US DOE
@edcampGlobal
And will check the
@TheEduCal
for others
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:59 PM EDT
@TaliaArbit
We should bring in
@RandallSampson
for a chat on Summer
#PersonalizedPD
for sure!
#edtechbridge
PledgeCents
May 25 @ 7:59 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
we're helping some Ts get there :)
#edtechbridge
iwearthecrowns
May 25 @ 7:59 PM EDT
@edtechjam
#TheresHuddy
!
@HudmasterFlex
#EdTechBridge
specialtechie
May 25 @ 7:59 PM EDT
@minnie0672
@mr_isaacs
Nice! I'm a Sped person too. Sounds like a great opp!
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
May 25 @ 7:59 PM EDT
@minnie0672
fantastic!!!!!!!
#edtechbridge
polonerd
May 25 @ 7:59 PM EDT
Outro: Can't wait for ISTE & Summer Spark. Actually connect with so many awesome educators
#EdTechBridge
TaliaArbit
May 25 @ 7:59 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
@PaulDarvasi
, I second this topic. We want Paul! We want Paul! 🙌🏽
#Edtechbridge
Q_i_a_n_a
May 25 @ 7:59 PM EDT
@katyamuses
@molapus
@sarahdateechur
that was a great night#
#edtechbridge
