#tynkerchat Archive

The mission of #TynkerChat: Are we adequately preparing students for an unknown future? Can we, through community and sharing, make this unknown “known?” Let us lift up the conversation about making sure that when our students enter the workforce- they have the skills to thrive. #TynkerChat will be held every Monday, starting March 13th.

Monday April 23, 2018
7:00 PM EDT

drezac - Moderator Apr 23 @ 7:00 PM EDT

Welcome to this week's #TynkerChat! We're getting close to the wrap of the US school year. Let's share some ideas about how to make the best of it! Tell us who you are and where you're from!
WeTeachThemSTEM Apr 23 @ 7:02 PM EDT

Happy Monday, everyone! Jess from FL here. #TynkerChat
drezac - Moderator Apr 23 @ 7:03 PM EDT

We'll be using the typical Q & A format! Join the conversation! First question in 2 min! This we're sharing ideas on how to close out the year with #Coding on a high note. Follow along on our @participate page here: https://t.co/JZuKChWjZP #Tynkerchat #CSK8
drezac - Moderator Apr 23 @ 7:03 PM EDT

Hi Jess! Happy Monday, Spring, and #tynkerchat!
In reply to @WeTeachThemSTEM
pcteachershs Apr 23 @ 7:04 PM EDT

Hello, Paige from NJ, finally welcoming Spring here! #tynkerchat
DavidJLockett Apr 23 @ 7:04 PM EDT

Lets go!!! #TynkerChat
DavidJLockett Apr 23 @ 7:04 PM EDT

Hey 👋🏽 Jess! #Tynkerchat
In reply to @WeTeachThemSTEM
drezac - Moderator Apr 23 @ 7:05 PM EDT

Q1 We're getting closer to the end of the school year. How do you avoid the May slowdown? Projects? Activities? Showcases? #TynkerChat
DavidJLockett Apr 23 @ 7:05 PM EDT

Yes! Definitely one of favorite seasons. #TynkerChat
In reply to @pcteachershs
Dale_Chu Apr 23 @ 7:06 PM EDT

HAPPENING NOW: @drezac leading a chat on making May a maker month. Follow along at #tynkerchat @gotynker
pcteachershs Apr 23 @ 7:08 PM EDT

A1: We are state testing so April/May are unplugged lessons. We review or learn new coding and STEAM concepts. Today we made binary bracelets in 4th grade, 5th my robotic friends, 2nd and 3rd parts of the computer. So engaged. #tynkerchat
drezac - Moderator Apr 23 @ 7:08 PM EDT

You're all so awesomely supportive. #TynkerChat
In reply to @DavidJLockett, @pcteachershs
DavidJLockett Apr 23 @ 7:09 PM EDT

A1. Definitely showcase. Showcasing allows unique projects and SS handiwork to be featured. #TynkerChat
drezac - Moderator Apr 23 @ 7:09 PM EDT

The whole school is unplugged? Or just for #coding? #TynkerChat
In reply to @pcteachershs
MrsA1stGrade Apr 23 @ 7:10 PM EDT

A1: I actually love this time of year for coding because the kids really begin to put everything together #TynkerChat
DavidJLockett Apr 23 @ 7:10 PM EDT

Binary bracelets are a great way to feature #CSunplugged connections. #Tynkerchat
In reply to @pcteachershs
pcteachershs Apr 23 @ 7:10 PM EDT

All digital devices are used during district-wide for state testing. No computers outside of testing rooms. I usually dread it, but this time it allows us to all be more creative, including the teachers. #tynkerchat
In reply to @drezac
mr_isaacs Apr 23 @ 7:10 PM EDT

Oops had the wrong hashtag. Was chatting with myself using #gotynker :). Steve from NJ here #TynkerChat
drezac - Moderator Apr 23 @ 7:11 PM EDT

A1 Are our school maker faire's scheduled? #TynkerChat
In reply to @DavidJLockett
mr_isaacs Apr 23 @ 7:11 PM EDT

A1: my students final project is creating a game. No downtime. In fact the biggest challenge is time management to finish on time #gdwams #TynkerChat
drezac - Moderator Apr 23 @ 7:12 PM EDT

Q2 The end of the year is a good time to experiment with collaboration and integration. What are your success stories with #STEM #Coding collaboration and integration? #TynkerChat
pcteachershs Apr 23 @ 7:12 PM EDT

I show a few videos including one from @Brainpop and two from @code.org Ss get the concepts through #differentiatedlearning #tynkerchat
In reply to @DavidJLockett, @brainpop, @code
WeTeachThemSTEM Apr 23 @ 7:12 PM EDT

A1: This is a really great time to do genius hour/passion projects. #tynkerchat
mr_isaacs Apr 23 @ 7:12 PM EDT

Making. I had wrong hashtag. Join us at #tynkerchat
In reply to @vasey103
drezac - Moderator Apr 23 @ 7:13 PM EDT

Welcome @mr_isaacs! #TynkerChat
In reply to @mr_isaacs, @mr_isaacs
DavidJLockett Apr 23 @ 7:13 PM EDT

A2. We’re looking at new ways to integrate Python. #tynkerchat
pcteachershs Apr 23 @ 7:14 PM EDT

A2: Last two weeks of school Ss will create a final project. Looking forward to see them create something based on what they learned all year. #tynkerchat
pcteachershs Apr 23 @ 7:14 PM EDT

What grade is using Python? #tynkerchat
In reply to @DavidJLockett
DavidJLockett Apr 23 @ 7:15 PM EDT

Middle 6-8. #Tynkerchat
In reply to @pcteachershs
drezac - Moderator Apr 23 @ 7:15 PM EDT
Hopefuly you saw this, @DavidJLockett #python #TynkerChat
- drezac - Moderator Apr 22 @ 1:21 PM EDT
  
  Go to the 2:14 mark of the @Starwars Show to hear some very excited #girlswhocode on how #Python was used in the making of #TheLastJedi. Arts and technology continue to collide! #CSK8 #TynkerChat
  
  starwars Apr 18 @ 3:38 PM EDT
  
  Solo: A Star Wars Story writers Lawrence and @JonKasdan discuss their love of #HanSolo and crafting their story on The #StarWarsShow!
dhanson39 Apr 23 @ 7:16 PM EDT

A1 I liked to do projects to wrap up the year and than final week showcase those projects #tynkerchat
pcteachershs Apr 23 @ 7:16 PM EDT

Would love to try it out with my 5th grade, hopefully I'll have time before they graduate in June. #tynkerchat
In reply to @DavidJLockett
mr_isaacs Apr 23 @ 7:16 PM EDT

Thanks! Those email reminders are key! #TynkerChat
In reply to @drezac
mr_isaacs Apr 23 @ 7:17 PM EDT

Please share! I want to get my kids more into @ThePSF as well #tynkerchat
In reply to @DavidJLockett, @ThePSF
drezac - Moderator Apr 23 @ 7:18 PM EDT

Q3: What have you always wanted to do with teaching #Coding or @gotynker that you'd like try? What's the next step for you? #TynkerChat
drezac - Moderator Apr 23 @ 7:18 PM EDT
Would love to see you create a @gotynker #python notebook. #TynkerChat
- DavidJLockett Apr 23 @ 7:13 PM EDT
  
  A2. We’re looking at new ways to integrate Python. #tynkerchat
drezac - Moderator Apr 23 @ 7:20 PM EDT

A3 Here's a whole bunch of #javascript games from @gotynker. Save and remix. https://t.co/tTqtaqhNHE #tynkerchat
pcteachershs Apr 23 @ 7:21 PM EDT

Q3: More integration in the classroom. I want my Ss to create projects for LA, SS, Science and for the classroom Ts to encourage these projects. Instead of dioramas and book reports, Ss should create in @gotynker #tynkerchat
DavidJLockett Apr 23 @ 7:21 PM EDT

Yes! In the making. #TynkerChat
In reply to @drezac, @gotynker
mr_isaacs Apr 23 @ 7:22 PM EDT
#TynkerChat
- mr_isaacs Apr 23 @ 7:20 PM EDT
  
  A3: great question. I’m going to #picademy in June so I guess more coding with @Raspberry_Pi and #python. Also always delving deeper in coding with #minecraftedu @PlayCraftLearn #codebuilder @gotynker
  
  drezac - Moderator Apr 23 @ 7:18 PM EDT
  
  Q3: What have you always wanted to do with teaching #Coding or @gotynker that you'd like try? What's the next step for you? #TynkerChat
drezac - Moderator Apr 23 @ 7:23 PM EDT
Remixing and building on ideas is totally fine with coding. Encouraged! #tynkerchat
- drezac - Moderator Apr 23 @ 7:20 PM EDT
  
  A3 Here's a whole bunch of #javascript games from @gotynker. Save and remix. https://t.co/tTqtaqhNHE #tynkerchat
drezac - Moderator Apr 23 @ 7:24 PM EDT

Q4 Final Question for #TynkerChat tonight: How can you engage- not just students- but your fellow teachers in #coding in these last few weeks? Can we make any teacher a #coding teacher?
WeTeachThemSTEM Apr 23 @ 7:24 PM EDT

A2: collaborative projects are exciting! I love giving my students longer projects that require more in depth collaboration and continuous analysis as we work towards a big goal such as a STEM night or student showcase. #TynkerChat
drezac - Moderator Apr 23 @ 7:24 PM EDT

Awesome. You'll love @Raspberry_Pi Academy! You must share what you learn! #tynkerchat
In reply to @mr_isaacs, @Raspberry_Pi
pcteachershs Apr 23 @ 7:26 PM EDT

A4: I am facilitating @code.org CSF workshops this summer and working on some @littlebits presentations. @teachcode #tynkerchat
DavidJLockett Apr 23 @ 7:26 PM EDT

Looking forward to #PiAcademy this summer! #TynkerChat
In reply to @mr_isaacs, @Raspberry_Pi, @gotynker
mr_isaacs Apr 23 @ 7:27 PM EDT
A5: introduce colleagues to #100daysofcode @_100DaysOfCode as well as @codeorg @gotynker @scratch and emphasize the value in coding for everyone / across the curriculum. I’ve been able to offer some #hourofcode PD and that’s a start. #tynkerchat #codingisfun #teacherscancode
- drezac - Moderator Apr 23 @ 7:24 PM EDT
  
  Q4 Final Question for #TynkerChat tonight: How can you engage- not just students- but your fellow teachers in #coding in these last few weeks? Can we make any teacher a #coding teacher?
DavidJLockett Apr 23 @ 7:27 PM EDT

A4. Any teacher can be a Coding teacher. Integrate. Integrate. Integrate. #TynkerChat
mr_isaacs Apr 23 @ 7:27 PM EDT

Pretty excited! Are you a #picademy alum? #tynkerchat
In reply to @drezac, @Raspberry_Pi
mr_isaacs Apr 23 @ 7:28 PM EDT

Which one are you attending? I’m going to NJ end of June #picademy @Raspberry_Pi #TynkerChat
In reply to @DavidJLockett, @Raspberry_Pi, @gotynker, @Raspberry_Pi
DavidJLockett Apr 23 @ 7:29 PM EDT

Denver-June. #tynkerchat
In reply to @mr_isaacs, @Raspberry_Pi
mr_isaacs Apr 23 @ 7:29 PM EDT

Guess I got ahead of myself. Should have been A4 :) #tynkerchat
WeTeachThemSTEM Apr 23 @ 7:29 PM EDT

A3: I want to explore more of the STEM lessons in @gotynker that such amazing make cross-curricular connections. Time to elevate my Blue Ribbon status to a yr2 and get ready for next year's adventures in coding! #tynkerchat
drezac - Moderator Apr 23 @ 7:30 PM EDT

This was great! Thank you so much for joining #TynkerChat today! Let's continue to share and invite those who wish to make #coding a reality for all!