#2PencilChat Archive
The #2PencilChat is a weekly conversation about educational technology. As we enter a more student-centered age, let's talk about using all the tools in our toolboxes to be innovative and dynamic teachers.
Tuesday October 24, 2017
7:00 PM EDT
participatechat
Oct 24 @ 7:00 PM EDT
Participate in the upcoming
#2PencilChat
by sharing resources and collaborating at
https://t.co/kw1Hi9ghww
MrsMurat
Oct 24 @ 7:00 PM EDT
My Ss broke the internet with positivity!
https://t.co/mAJMMUrG9V
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#edchat
#reflectiveteacher
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:00 PM EDT
Happy
#WorldMakerDay
& Welcome to the
#2PencilChat
! Let's get our Make on! Say hey, and introduce yourself.
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:01 PM EDT
Hey Everybody! Sean in St. Augustine. Out of all making, I like art the best. How bout you?
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CharityDodd
Oct 24 @ 7:03 PM EDT
Hi everyone!
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Charity from Columbus, OH
ReadforCupcakes
Oct 24 @ 7:03 PM EDT
Hello
#2pencilchat
! Love to make!! My kids get so excited about our
#makertime
! Caren, librarian from North Carolina!
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:03 PM EDT
Howdy Charity!
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In reply to @CharityDodd
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:03 PM EDT
Welcome, Caren! Good to see you again!
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In reply to @ReadforCupcakes
R_CILR
Oct 24 @ 7:04 PM EDT
Hey,
#2pencilchat
! Rebecca from Nevada- I love it when kids just use whatever to make whatever!
#HR4HR
valerietilton
Oct 24 @ 7:04 PM EDT
Hi
#2PencilChat
friends! Valerie from FL joining tonight! I’ve missed everybody!
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:04 PM EDT
Right on, Rebecca!
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In reply to @R_CILR
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:04 PM EDT
Hey Valerie! Good to see you!
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In reply to @valerietilton
massignmenthelp
Oct 24 @ 7:05 PM EDT
The Complete Guide to UK Car Driving Theory Test
https://t.co/skWVo4OBdl
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#ECET2ARChat
AssignmentHelpN
Oct 24 @ 7:05 PM EDT
The SAMR Model: Effective Technology Integration in Classrooms
https://t.co/N8NF3byMeG
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#ECET2ARChat
itsmeSpiri
Oct 24 @ 7:05 PM EDT
Hey hey hey
#2PencilChat
What are we making tonight? Spiri from PA, excited to join in 😊
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:06 PM EDT
Q1 Not every Maker is the same. What do you have for the Builders and Inventors in your class?
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MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:06 PM EDT
Hey Spiri! I guess we're making, ideas?
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In reply to @itsmeSpiri
FoleyKev
Oct 24 @ 7:06 PM EDT
Hi all.Kevin here a Teaching Principal with Irelands first and only School STEAM Room
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CharityDodd
Oct 24 @ 7:06 PM EDT
My daughter’s favorite of all making is art too
@MagicPantsJones
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R_CILR
Oct 24 @ 7:07 PM EDT
Hey, Spiri! Good to see you tonight!
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In reply to @itsmeSpiri
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:07 PM EDT
I was thinking about you today, Kevin - tonight's topic is perfect for you!
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In reply to @FoleyKev
itsmeSpiri
Oct 24 @ 7:07 PM EDT
Hi Sean 😊 It’s been a long time Hope all is well ❤️
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In reply to @MagicPantsJones
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:08 PM EDT
A1 Legos, cardboard, glue, tape, stuff for them to build with!
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teresaamrizzo
Oct 24 @ 7:08 PM EDT
Hello everyone Teresa here from Florida! My favorite part of the day is when my Ss get to create.
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ReadforCupcakes
Oct 24 @ 7:08 PM EDT
My Ss love anything messy!!!
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itsmeSpiri
Oct 24 @ 7:08 PM EDT
Thanks Rebecca 😊 Miss chatting on Twitter
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In reply to @R_CILR
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:08 PM EDT
It has, and it has! How bout you?
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In reply to @itsmeSpiri
hargrove_edu
Oct 24 @ 7:08 PM EDT
Hey! Emily from NC!
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kmichellehowell
Oct 24 @ 7:09 PM EDT
Hey, hey
#2PencilChat
! Michelle, Media Specialist from Daytona Beach here!
CharityDodd
Oct 24 @ 7:09 PM EDT
A1: I'm not in a classroom but Ts I work w/ have
#STEAM
and
#STEM
Bins
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MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:09 PM EDT
Hey there Teresa! It's so much fun to watch 'em makin stuff!
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In reply to @teresaamrizzo
itsmeSpiri
Oct 24 @ 7:09 PM EDT
Yay!!! KEVINNNN 😍 How are you? Hope all is well ❤️
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In reply to @FoleyKev
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:09 PM EDT
Good to see you again, Emily!
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In reply to @hargrove_edu
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:09 PM EDT
Howdy Michelle! Good to see you!
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In reply to @kmichellehowell
R_CILR
Oct 24 @ 7:10 PM EDT
A1: What I did in my classroom was to be flexible. If a S wasn't into say building, then they could do the project another way.
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MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:10 PM EDT
I love it!
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In reply to @CharityDodd
ReadforCupcakes
Oct 24 @ 7:10 PM EDT
A1: Legos,
#MakeyMakey
, 3D printer, tape, recyclables,
#stikbots
,
#scratch
Encouragement for their ideas!
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MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:10 PM EDT
CRUCIAL!
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In reply to @R_CILR
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:11 PM EDT
Such a solid list!
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In reply to @ReadforCupcakes
CharityDodd
Oct 24 @ 7:11 PM EDT
A1: I've seen sewing machines, my daugher has a 3D pens, vinyl printers, laser cutters, screenpress, 3D printer
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teresaamrizzo
Oct 24 @ 7:11 PM EDT
A1: Gears, locking cubes, play dough, geoboards, lots of art supplies, stamps, and of course
@buncee
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tolbertplant
Oct 24 @ 7:11 PM EDT
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Hi all! Jumping in late from my phone in the passenger seat. Michelle ELA 8th in Houston.
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:12 PM EDT
I would love to spend a week with all that stuff!
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In reply to @CharityDodd
itsmeSpiri
Oct 24 @ 7:12 PM EDT
A1) LOVE seasonal stuff! Pumpkins, Pipe cleaners, Post it notes, Popsicle sticks Produce!! 😂😂
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MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:12 PM EDT
Hi Michelle! I'm glad you could make it! Late is okay with me!
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In reply to @tolbertplant
kmichellehowell
Oct 24 @ 7:12 PM EDT
A1. Cardboard, duct tape, markers, paper, yarn, etc.
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kmichellehowell
Oct 24 @ 7:13 PM EDT
Hi, Rebecca!
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#HR4HR
In reply to @R_CILR
EdCampHAT
Oct 24 @ 7:13 PM EDT
Calling all K-12 Humanities educators...
#2pencilchat
#edchat
#reflectiveteacher
#njed
#sschat
#bfc530
#satchat
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:13 PM EDT
Produce is fun to make with (whether cooking or building!), we did a lot with potatoes!
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In reply to @itsmeSpiri
itsmeSpiri
Oct 24 @ 7:13 PM EDT
Hanging in there, Getting better each day 😊 Thanks pal ❤️
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In reply to @MagicPantsJones
CharityDodd
Oct 24 @ 7:14 PM EDT
A1: Love this list too! #
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kmichellehowell
Oct 24 @ 7:14 PM EDT
Hello, my friend!
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In reply to @MagicPantsJones
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:14 PM EDT
If' you're at Beyonce level, I think you're doing better than better...
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In reply to @itsmeSpiri
nathan_stevens
Oct 24 @ 7:14 PM EDT
A1 this stuff
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In reply to @MagicPantsJones
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:15 PM EDT
Q2 Let's keep going on the various types of Makers. How do we support the Artists and Designers in our midst?
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MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:15 PM EDT
Add hair clippings, and I'm in.
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In reply to @nathan_stevens
itsmeSpiri
Oct 24 @ 7:15 PM EDT
Hello lovey 😘❤️ I always feel so good when you tag me in a Tweet Thank you Love ya ❤️
#PLNLove
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In reply to @valerietilton
FoleyKev
Oct 24 @ 7:16 PM EDT
A1.In my school STEAM Room we have Greenscreen,Maker Space,Minecraft,Bloxels,Lego we Do2 Little bits ,Drones and B Bots
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teresaamrizzo
Oct 24 @ 7:16 PM EDT
A2: Give them time, freedom, encouragement, and praise.
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itsmeSpiri
Oct 24 @ 7:16 PM EDT
I’m glad to hear my friend 😊❤️
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In reply to @FoleyKev
ReadforCupcakes
Oct 24 @ 7:16 PM EDT
A2: Drawing pads, crayons, markers, art books, glue, stickers, foam, string, yarn, cardstock, printed paper
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valerietilton
Oct 24 @ 7:16 PM EDT
A1: I would plan teambuilding days
@provide
items needed for the activity. Ss loved to design and build!
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MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:16 PM EDT
A2 Markers, paper, pens, pencils, crayons, cardboard, notebooks, Buncee....
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alexstubenbort
Oct 24 @ 7:17 PM EDT
A2: As an admin, the entire school is my classroom and I am blessed enough to have an entire art academy at my disposal!
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JoPrestia
Oct 24 @ 7:17 PM EDT
So anyway today I'm on the train 🚂 just to mix things up a bit 😂
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Jo from Wednesday here!!
julie_haden
Oct 24 @ 7:17 PM EDT
Hi
#2pencilchat
friends! Quick hi/ bye!I love using
@Seesaw
with my 1st grade Ss. This S labeled our food experiment for the layers of soil
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:17 PM EDT
That is a nice job perk!
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In reply to @alexstubenbort
R_CILR
Oct 24 @ 7:17 PM EDT
A2: I liked having Ss use paper w/no scissors-they tear the paper w/their hands. They resist, bt then they are amazed!
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#HR4HR
kmichellehowell
Oct 24 @ 7:18 PM EDT
A2. After going to
#makerfaireorlando
on Sunday, I want my Ss to make all the time! After this round of testing, it's on!
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tolbertplant
Oct 24 @ 7:18 PM EDT
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A2 I have markers, colored pencils, glue... The usual. But my artsy 8th graders often carry watercolors, sharpies, etc 2 use
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:18 PM EDT
Hello to the Future Lady on the Train!
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In reply to @JoPrestia
itsmeSpiri
Oct 24 @ 7:19 PM EDT
Be still my heart 😍 You are the BEST Carl Means a lot, Thank You my friend ❤️
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In reply to @GruntledChalkie
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:19 PM EDT
I love added parameters - they force creativity!
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In reply to @R_CILR
nathan_stevens
Oct 24 @ 7:19 PM EDT
That is in there
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In reply to @MagicPantsJones
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:19 PM EDT
PERFECT.
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In reply to @nathan_stevens
alexstubenbort
Oct 24 @ 7:19 PM EDT
PS sorry for being late... Alex here from Citrus County, FL where I’m an AL and 1/3 of
#edtechafterdark
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JoPrestia
Oct 24 @ 7:20 PM EDT
A2 I carry a case full of fun for my T participants
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MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:20 PM EDT
You know I'm just glad you're here, Alex!
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In reply to @alexstubenbort
R_CILR
Oct 24 @ 7:20 PM EDT
It pushed Ss to see and realize what they thought was impossible was really possible!
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#HR4HR
In reply to @MagicPantsJones
CharityDodd
Oct 24 @ 7:20 PM EDT
A2: Clay, modeling clay, 3D Pen
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MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:20 PM EDT
Always bring your own supplies - I like that strategy!
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In reply to @JoPrestia
tolbertplant
Oct 24 @ 7:21 PM EDT
"A full case of fun" - I love it.
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In reply to @JoPrestia
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:21 PM EDT
I need one of those!
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In reply to @CharityDodd
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:21 PM EDT
Right?
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In reply to @tolbertplant, @JoPrestia
kmichellehowell
Oct 24 @ 7:21 PM EDT
#2PencilChat
#HR4HR
In reply to @R_CILR
JoPrestia
Oct 24 @ 7:21 PM EDT
Never fails!
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In reply to @MagicPantsJones
alexstubenbort
Oct 24 @ 7:21 PM EDT
The kids’ talent blows my mind!
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In reply to @MagicPantsJones
itsmeSpiri
Oct 24 @ 7:22 PM EDT
I’m trying to be Fierce like Bey
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In reply to @MagicPantsJones
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:22 PM EDT
Troy GIFs always win with me!
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In reply to @alexstubenbort
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:22 PM EDT
You slay.
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In reply to @itsmeSpiri
kmichellehowell
Oct 24 @ 7:22 PM EDT
Hi, Jo!
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In reply to @JoPrestia
JoPrestia
Oct 24 @ 7:22 PM EDT
I have a pic somewhere let me find it
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In reply to @MagicPantsJones, @tolbertplant
itsmeSpiri
Oct 24 @ 7:23 PM EDT
Welcome Alex! Nice to have you here 😊
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In reply to @alexstubenbort
GrundlerArt
Oct 24 @ 7:23 PM EDT
A2: I model it for Ss by carrying my fav supplies w/ me at all times!
#visualjournals
@derwentpencils
@Sharpie
etc
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In reply to @MagicPantsJones, @derwentpencils, @Sharpie
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:24 PM EDT
Q3 How do you engage the Maker who doesn't know s/he's a Maker?
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kmichellehowell
Oct 24 @ 7:24 PM EDT
Oh my goodness! Yes!
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In reply to @ReadforCupcakes
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:24 PM EDT
I always like to have a sketchbook and a drawing pen with me!
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In reply to @GrundlerArt, @derwentpencils, @Sharpie
nathan_stevens
Oct 24 @ 7:24 PM EDT
A2 sketching and drawing should be part of every design. If not, what are you thinking
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In reply to @MagicPantsJones
nathan_stevens
Oct 24 @ 7:25 PM EDT
A2 art is the basis of the creative and inventive process. So art is there even if you can’t see it directly
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In reply to @MagicPantsJones
tolbertplant
Oct 24 @ 7:25 PM EDT
I don't share this side of me enough for S... All they see is my anchor charts. Def a place I can grow!
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In reply to @GrundlerArt, @MagicPantsJones, @derwentpencils, @Sharpie
itsmeSpiri
Oct 24 @ 7:25 PM EDT
Hi Laura! I always have post it notes on me! My kids LOVE to try & build w/them
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In reply to @GrundlerArt, @MagicPantsJones, @derwentpencils, @Sharpie
ReadforCupcakes
Oct 24 @ 7:25 PM EDT
A3: Makers are all kinds of people! I have 300 Ss, after explaining
#makerfaire
, they ALL have an idea!
#2pencilchat
alexstubenbort
Oct 24 @ 7:25 PM EDT
Please tell me you carry them in a fanny pack!
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In reply to @GrundlerArt, @MagicPantsJones, @derwentpencils, @Sharpie
R_CILR
Oct 24 @ 7:25 PM EDT
A3: If I think of myself, I might think I don't like something bc I've never done it b4, so give Ss opportuites to try.
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#HR4HR
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:25 PM EDT
I love this so much, Michelle!
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In reply to @tolbertplant, @GrundlerArt, @derwentpencils, @Sharpie
JoPrestia
Oct 24 @ 7:26 PM EDT
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In reply to @MagicPantsJones, @tolbertplant
kmichellehowell
Oct 24 @ 7:26 PM EDT
Awesome!
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ReadforCupcakes
Oct 24 @ 7:25 PM EDT
A3: Makers are all kinds of people! I have 300 Ss, after explaining
#makerfaire
, they ALL have an idea!
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GrundlerArt
Oct 24 @ 7:26 PM EDT
A3: get messy & have fun - use unusual materials
#shavingcream
#coffee
#tea
#food
- ask an art T for ideas
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#k12ArtChat
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:24 PM EDT
Q3 How do you engage the Maker who doesn't know s/he's a Maker?
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MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:26 PM EDT
SO great!
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In reply to @JoPrestia, @tolbertplant
nathan_stevens
Oct 24 @ 7:26 PM EDT
A2 want to see art, let me add some paint to that
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In reply to @MagicPantsJones
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:27 PM EDT
YES YES YES, and PLAY!
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In reply to @GrundlerArt
tolbertplant
Oct 24 @ 7:27 PM EDT
Hmm... Like any talent, when you see something, say something.
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MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:24 PM EDT
Q3 How do you engage the Maker who doesn't know s/he's a Maker?
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nathan_stevens
Oct 24 @ 7:27 PM EDT
A3 we all create something. Most people think Maker means tech and wood and metal structures
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In reply to @MagicPantsJones
iteachsprouts
Oct 24 @ 7:28 PM EDT
Stacy here--from the mosquito capital, Florida! Just survived ⚽️ practice!
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R_CILR
Oct 24 @ 7:28 PM EDT
Did Ss do that?! So cool!!
#2pencilchat
#HR4HR
In reply to @nathan_stevens, @MagicPantsJones
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:28 PM EDT
A3 Kick up the inspiration! And emphasize that your Making doesn't have to look like anyone else's.
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nathan_stevens
Oct 24 @ 7:28 PM EDT
A3 you know making tacos is a Maker activity
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In reply to @MagicPantsJones
itsmeSpiri
Oct 24 @ 7:28 PM EDT
A3) Classroom enviro says so much, helping Ss feel comfortable enough to try, encourage, support, provide lots opportunities
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kmichellehowell
Oct 24 @ 7:28 PM EDT
A3. Start them with a craft that has the potential to be hacked. After they work through it once, challenge them to run w/it!
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R_CILR
Oct 24 @ 7:28 PM EDT
Great point, Michelle.
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#HR4HR
In reply to @tolbertplant
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:28 PM EDT
Ugh, they're so terrible this fall!
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In reply to @iteachsprouts
nathan_stevens
Oct 24 @ 7:28 PM EDT
I just draw in my pants like Sean does
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In reply to @MagicPantsJones, @GrundlerArt, @derwentpencils, @Sharpie
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:28 PM EDT
And welcome!!!!
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In reply to @iteachsprouts
ReadforCupcakes
Oct 24 @ 7:28 PM EDT
I had 2 students miss recess to research, one brought supplies to make a domino clock, One more week and we can
#make
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alexstubenbort
Oct 24 @ 7:29 PM EDT
A3: Model contentment in your own inadequacy. Something about a teacher willing to share their stickiness goes a long way.
#2PencilChat
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:29 PM EDT
Food prep is some of the most important Making!
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In reply to @nathan_stevens
kmichellehowell
Oct 24 @ 7:29 PM EDT
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In reply to @JoPrestia, @MagicPantsJones, @tolbertplant
hargrove_edu
Oct 24 @ 7:29 PM EDT
A3: I tell them all it takes is an idea, and I ask them what if they could make/have anything...what would it be?
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nathan_stevens
Oct 24 @ 7:29 PM EDT
No in a pocket protector silly
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In reply to @alexstubenbort, @GrundlerArt, @MagicPantsJones, @derwentpencils, @Sharpie
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:29 PM EDT
On, that's ON my pants!
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In reply to @nathan_stevens, @GrundlerArt, @derwentpencils, @Sharpie
teresaamrizzo
Oct 24 @ 7:30 PM EDT
A3 Not a problem with kinders. Frustration is when it's not perfect. Reassurance that it doesn't have to be perfect helps.
#2PencilChat
R_CILR
Oct 24 @ 7:30 PM EDT
Making creating different things normal is so important. That freedom opens the door to creativity!
#2pencilchat
#HR4HR
In reply to @MagicPantsJones
alexstubenbort
Oct 24 @ 7:30 PM EDT
A3: Model contentment in your own inadequacy. Something about a teacher willing to share their suckiness goes a long way.
#2PencilChat
nathan_stevens
Oct 24 @ 7:30 PM EDT
@tishrich
would agree with that
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MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:29 PM EDT
Food prep is some of the most important Making!
#2PencilChat
In reply to @nathan_stevens
valerietilton
Oct 24 @ 7:30 PM EDT
A3: I was amazed at how Ss creativity &indiv gifts would appear when put in collab groups.
#2PencilChat
I asked that each contribute to proj
tolbertplant
Oct 24 @ 7:30 PM EDT
#2pencilchat
there are a lot of unknowing makers with the slime making craze... How can we funnel this into other pursuits?
kmichellehowell
Oct 24 @ 7:30 PM EDT
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In reply to @nathan_stevens, @alexstubenbort, @GrundlerArt, @MagicPantsJones, @derwentpencils, @Sharpie
GrundlerArt
Oct 24 @ 7:31 PM EDT
What else do you ❤️ to carry?A peek into my bag of tricks, watercolor, brushes, flair pens, washitape, gluesticks, sharpies
#2PencilChat
In reply to @itsmeSpiri, @MagicPantsJones, @derwentpencils, @Sharpie
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:31 PM EDT
A3 Tell them that you want them to make ugly things! And dumb stories. It takes the pressure off!
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teresaamrizzo
Oct 24 @ 7:31 PM EDT
A3: and I am terrible at drawing so I just show them how bad I am and then they all feel more confident lol
#2PencilChat
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:31 PM EDT
I like your thinking here.
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In reply to @tolbertplant
kmichellehowell
Oct 24 @ 7:31 PM EDT
One of my favorite kinds of making!
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In reply to @MagicPantsJones, @nathan_stevens
nathan_stevens
Oct 24 @ 7:31 PM EDT
Whoops. Why is the i next to the o on a keyboard?
#reAlly
#really
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In reply to @MagicPantsJones, @GrundlerArt, @derwentpencils, @Sharpie
iteachsprouts
Oct 24 @ 7:31 PM EDT
A3: One of the joys of firsties, most think they're good at everything and aren't afraid to explore!
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MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:32 PM EDT
And yet, if you did a book of 100 bad drawings on purpose, there's going to be something interesting there...
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In reply to @teresaamrizzo
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:33 PM EDT
Q4 What books do you use in your classroom to inspire the Makers in your care?
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GrundlerArt
Oct 24 @ 7:33 PM EDT
Lol!! I’m not that cool! Just a bag full of various pencil bags - full of art making stuff
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MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:33 PM EDT
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In reply to @nathan_stevens, @GrundlerArt, @derwentpencils, @Sharpie
valerietilton
Oct 24 @ 7:33 PM EDT
I had the usual suspects: paper, tape, markers, stickers, glitter, glue. HS Ss loved it!
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ReadforCupcakes
Oct 24 @ 7:34 PM EDT
A4: Always start the year with The Most Magnificent Thing, teaches
#growthmindset
and that
#mistakes
are normal!
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alexstubenbort
Oct 24 @ 7:34 PM EDT
Genius Hour Project brainstorming session, I challenged kids to come up with their WORST idea. Then they had 2 find value in it
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MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:31 PM EDT
A3 Tell them that you want them to make ugly things! And dumb stories. It takes the pressure off!
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itsmeSpiri
Oct 24 @ 7:34 PM EDT
Receipts! Ask Ss to double check make sure I wasn’t overcharged, then they make comic strip on back of it
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#ripoff
#lifeskill
In reply to @GrundlerArt, @MagicPantsJones, @derwentpencils, @Sharpie
teresaamrizzo
Oct 24 @ 7:35 PM EDT
Definitely interesting, thats for sure!!!
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In reply to @MagicPantsJones
ChrisQuinn64
Oct 24 @ 7:35 PM EDT
A3: Help them to BELIEVE that anything is possible! You believing in them can be transformative!
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iteachsprouts
Oct 24 @ 7:35 PM EDT
A4: Two favorites--Not a Box 📦 and The Most Magnificent Thing!
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GrundlerArt
Oct 24 @ 7:35 PM EDT
Great idea
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#k12ArtChat
In reply to @itsmeSpiri, @MagicPantsJones, @derwentpencils, @Sharpie
R_CILR
Oct 24 @ 7:35 PM EDT
A4: Horray for Diffendoofer Day-Dr. Seuss! I❤️showing Ss the drawings in back of book of the contraptions used in book!
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kmichellehowell
Oct 24 @ 7:36 PM EDT
A4. Ed Emberly books, the "How to Draw" books, books about artists, and arts and crafts books.
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MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:36 PM EDT
This is why we're platonic soul mates...
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alexstubenbort
Oct 24 @ 7:34 PM EDT
Genius Hour Project brainstorming session, I challenged kids to come up with their WORST idea. Then they had 2 find value in it
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MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:31 PM EDT
A3 Tell them that you want them to make ugly things! And dumb stories. It takes the pressure off!
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itsmeSpiri
Oct 24 @ 7:36 PM EDT
HiChris 😊 Totally spot on My Friend 😊👌🏻
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In reply to @ChrisQuinn64
nathan_stevens
Oct 24 @ 7:36 PM EDT
A4 books? Who uses books for Maker? I use my brain.
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@gravescolleen
In reply to @MagicPantsJones, @gravescolleen
ChrisQuinn64
Oct 24 @ 7:36 PM EDT
A2: We have an art studio, a drafting table and an amazing blocks centre in our K classroom.
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kmichellehowell
Oct 24 @ 7:37 PM EDT
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In reply to @ReadforCupcakes
teresaamrizzo
Oct 24 @ 7:37 PM EDT
A4 "Beautiful Oops"
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itsmeSpiri
Oct 24 @ 7:37 PM EDT
Thanks my friend 😊❤️
#KissYourBrain
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In reply to @GrundlerArt, @MagicPantsJones, @derwentpencils, @Sharpie
JoPrestia
Oct 24 @ 7:37 PM EDT
Whoops sorry got distracted I'm still on the train in a tunnel 🚊 😂
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GrundlerArt
Oct 24 @ 7:38 PM EDT
His books/illustrations inspired me to go into
#artsed
#k12ArtChat
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In reply to @R_CILR
nathan_stevens
Oct 24 @ 7:38 PM EDT
A4 I use where the wild things are as a starter for design
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In reply to @MagicPantsJones
itsmeSpiri
Oct 24 @ 7:38 PM EDT
Love this idea Rebecca 😍
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R_CILR
Oct 24 @ 7:35 PM EDT
A4: Horray for Diffendoofer Day-Dr. Seuss! I❤️showing Ss the drawings in back of book of the contraptions used in book!
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#HR4HR
R_CILR
Oct 24 @ 7:39 PM EDT
Thanks, Spiri!
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#HR4HR
In reply to @itsmeSpiri
GrundlerArt
Oct 24 @ 7:39 PM EDT
It’s taken me a while to get comfortable but now everyone knows I draw/journal all the time
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In reply to @tolbertplant, @MagicPantsJones, @derwentpencils, @Sharpie
nathan_stevens
Oct 24 @ 7:39 PM EDT
A4 most books have a jumping off point that can lead to design
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In reply to @MagicPantsJones
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:39 PM EDT
A4 I always like art books with stuff that doesn't "look like" art to the kids. It doesn't need to look like a photo!
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GrundlerArt
Oct 24 @ 7:40 PM EDT
Gotta go pick my our oldest from play rehearsal - see you soon
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kmichellehowell
Oct 24 @ 7:40 PM EDT
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In reply to @nathan_stevens, @MagicPantsJones
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:40 PM EDT
Thanks for coming, Laura!
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In reply to @GrundlerArt
ChrisQuinn64
Oct 24 @ 7:40 PM EDT
You have taught me well, my dear! 💕 Grateful!
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In reply to @itsmeSpiri
JoPrestia
Oct 24 @ 7:40 PM EDT
A4 Art books of course! Oh and pop ups ❤️
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itsmeSpiri
Oct 24 @ 7:41 PM EDT
A4) Love
@andreabeaty
Rosie Revere, Iggy Peck books
#MustHave
#MustRead
#MustMake
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R_CILR
Oct 24 @ 7:41 PM EDT
That is so cool, Laura!
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In reply to @GrundlerArt
alexstubenbort
Oct 24 @ 7:41 PM EDT
Some favs: -The 1in. Ruler -Mosquito Attracting Candle -The Shock Collar Necktie -Stick-free Tape -Incompetent Nanny Service
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In reply to @MagicPantsJones
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:41 PM EDT
I LOVE these books so much!
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itsmeSpiri
Oct 24 @ 7:41 PM EDT
A4) Love
@andreabeaty
Rosie Revere, Iggy Peck books
#MustHave
#MustRead
#MustMake
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nathan_stevens
Oct 24 @ 7:41 PM EDT
I have done 5 projects off this book
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In reply to @kmichellehowell, @MagicPantsJones
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:41 PM EDT
The Big Orange Splot by
@DanielPinkwater
is always a favorite!
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R_CILR
Oct 24 @ 7:42 PM EDT
You're welcome, Stacy!
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In reply to @iteachsprouts
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:42 PM EDT
Q5 How do YOU find the time to encourage students to be Makers?
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EduGladiators
Oct 24 @ 7:42 PM EDT
#EduGladiators
wraps October series on Ss Engagement SATURDAY w/
@TopDogTeaching
on
#flexibleseating
#edchat
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#Scratchedchat
JoPrestia
Oct 24 @ 7:42 PM EDT
Many still have the remnants of paint and chalks from the Ss and they smell like an art room ❤️
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JoPrestia
Oct 24 @ 7:40 PM EDT
A4 Art books of course! Oh and pop ups ❤️
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nathan_stevens
Oct 24 @ 7:42 PM EDT
@MagicPantsJones
you know the iggy pop kids book is great for many projects
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MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:43 PM EDT
What a wonderful smell!
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In reply to @JoPrestia
teresaamrizzo
Oct 24 @ 7:43 PM EDT
A5 Integrate small amounts into every subject, it's how I keep them engaged.
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MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:43 PM EDT
Until tonight, I had no idea...off to Amazon after!
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In reply to @nathan_stevens
ReadforCupcakes
Oct 24 @ 7:43 PM EDT
A5: We do
#make
activities every 3 weeks as a class, genius hour every Wednesday after school, and have Maker Mondays planned!
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JoPrestia
Oct 24 @ 7:43 PM EDT
Drawing with their 'other' hand helps with that - best drawings ever!!
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In reply to @MagicPantsJones
JoPrestia
Oct 24 @ 7:44 PM EDT
Well mostly
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In reply to @MagicPantsJones
kmichellehowell
Oct 24 @ 7:44 PM EDT
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In reply to @nathan_stevens, @MagicPantsJones
nathan_stevens
Oct 24 @ 7:44 PM EDT
A5 share with them what you like to do and let them explore and create representations of knowledge
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In reply to @MagicPantsJones
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:44 PM EDT
Wait, have you gaslit me? Is there no book? I trusted you! All I find is copies of Lust for Life.
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In reply to @nathan_stevens
Robcat17
Oct 24 @ 7:45 PM EDT
My favorite? Student invented an “electric baby gate”!
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In reply to @MagicPantsJones
JoPrestia
Oct 24 @ 7:45 PM EDT
Gotta get off the train now have a great Wednesday 😘
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nathan_stevens
Oct 24 @ 7:45 PM EDT
No book. Just fun.
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In reply to @MagicPantsJones
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:45 PM EDT
You too! Cheers!
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In reply to @JoPrestia
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:45 PM EDT
Cooooool!
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In reply to @Robcat17
ChrisQuinn64
Oct 24 @ 7:45 PM EDT
A4: Beautiful Ooops! Ish. What Do You Do With An Idea? Flotsam. Not A Box.
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kmichellehowell
Oct 24 @ 7:45 PM EDT
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In reply to @Robcat17, @MagicPantsJones
teresaamrizzo
Oct 24 @ 7:46 PM EDT
Love doing invention convention with my students, their inventions are amazing.
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In reply to @Robcat17, @MagicPantsJones
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:46 PM EDT
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In reply to @nathan_stevens
iteachsprouts
Oct 24 @ 7:46 PM EDT
My own 💙💙 are doing Genius Hour. One is learning Arabic and the other is researching aliens. This made my teacher ❤️ 😊.
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Robcat17
Oct 24 @ 7:47 PM EDT
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To some extent, shouldn’t all things creating, be creative? A5
In reply to @MagicPantsJones
kmichellehowell
Oct 24 @ 7:47 PM EDT
Make it a great one, Jo!
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In reply to @JoPrestia
alexstubenbort
Oct 24 @ 7:47 PM EDT
A5: I’m starting to resent the MakerSpace movement as some misconstrue the selected area as THE only place 4 making on campus
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ChrisQuinn64
Oct 24 @ 7:48 PM EDT
A5:Makerspace need to happen whenever it is needed...’read’ your kids, sense the interest, support the passion, let them guide.
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Robcat17
Oct 24 @ 7:49 PM EDT
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cool, creative but oooooooh so wrong! 😎
In reply to @MagicPantsJones
teresaamrizzo
Oct 24 @ 7:49 PM EDT
Good point! Heard these are predicted to be more of a fad.
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In reply to @alexstubenbort
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:50 PM EDT
Well, there is a LITTLE potential for danger...
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In reply to @Robcat17
alexstubenbort
Oct 24 @ 7:50 PM EDT
But kids creating, making, innovating is no fad. Pray we don’t throw the proverbial baby out with the bath water
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In reply to @teresaamrizzo
valerietilton
Oct 24 @ 7:50 PM EDT
My “Makers”
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iteachsprouts
Oct 24 @ 7:50 PM EDT
A5: I wish there was more time. I'm using it as a station choice this year. It's very popular! I ❤️ watching their creativity.
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MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:51 PM EDT
Q6 Is it all Make Make Make, or is there a time to share as well?
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R_CILR
Oct 24 @ 7:51 PM EDT
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#HR4HR
In reply to @valerietilton
Robcat17
Oct 24 @ 7:51 PM EDT
Just to be clear, you know an electric cattle fence? Same principle!
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In reply to @MagicPantsJones
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:52 PM EDT
Oh gosh! I was thinking an automatic gate of some sort! That's funnier, and wronger! (I know, not a word...)
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In reply to @Robcat17
nathan_stevens
Oct 24 @ 7:52 PM EDT
A5 include the interests in their design. Builds empathy into build
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In reply to @MagicPantsJones
teresaamrizzo
Oct 24 @ 7:52 PM EDT
most definitely!! I see more play being incorporated into the classroom. May this is the reinvention of makerspaces.
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In reply to @alexstubenbort
llschool1
Oct 24 @ 7:53 PM EDT
Stopping by to say hi. 🤓
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Robcat17
Oct 24 @ 7:53 PM EDT
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A6:Does anyone else find their students need to be taught to share? And how to?
In reply to @MagicPantsJones
ReadforCupcakes
Oct 24 @ 7:53 PM EDT
A6: They have to present &reflect on improvement. Thinking about using
@Flipgrid
for students to share with the world!
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MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:53 PM EDT
WHat's up, Double L? It's good to see you!
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In reply to @llschool1, @julie_haden, @mtnsatheart
alexstubenbort
Oct 24 @ 7:53 PM EDT
A6: Bummed not to be in the classroom when this question is posed. I’d love to have a
@MagicPantsJones
-inspired class podcast
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itsmeSpiri
Oct 24 @ 7:53 PM EDT
A6) Definitely share, reflect, remodel & recreate, same reason 2 get new iPhone ever year, Make It Better
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ChrisQuinn64
Oct 24 @ 7:53 PM EDT
A6: Class reflection time, posting selections of learning as part of electronic portfolio via
@Seesaw
.
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R_CILR
Oct 24 @ 7:54 PM EDT
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#HR4HR
https://t.co/b99e3orbZk
In reply to @MagicPantsJones
PosProject
Oct 24 @ 7:52 PM EDT
#character
#creativity
#otherpeoplematter
iteachsprouts
Oct 24 @ 7:54 PM EDT
A6: Mine grab an iPad & take pictures. We go through them & send to families via
@ClassDojo
.
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kmichellehowell
Oct 24 @ 7:54 PM EDT
A6. Once they create, they share however they feel comfortable---display, podcast,
@Seesaw
,
@Buncee
, etc.
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MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:54 PM EDT
Hmmmm.....
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In reply to @alexstubenbort
R_CILR
Oct 24 @ 7:54 PM EDT
Love this, Chris!
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#HR4HR
In reply to @ChrisQuinn64
mtnsatheart
Oct 24 @ 7:54 PM EDT
#sdedchat
and a
#2Pencilchat
about
#makerspace
both tonight! Eeeeeeek! Oh boy!
valerietilton
Oct 24 @ 7:55 PM EDT
Love you guys
#2pencilchat
! You put the “ace” in Maker Space! Thanks for another great chat!
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:55 PM EDT
Hey there Katrina!!!!!!!!!!!
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In reply to @mtnsatheart
teresaamrizzo
Oct 24 @ 7:55 PM EDT
A6: Presentation makes it authentic. Ss love sharing their creations, which supports public speaking, confidence and Ss review.
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MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:55 PM EDT
You just made me laugh out loud!
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In reply to @valerietilton
ChrisQuinn64
Oct 24 @ 7:55 PM EDT
@MagicPantsJones
did a fantastic job as our moderator tonight...Wouldn’t you agree? 😊👍😉
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kmichellehowell
Oct 24 @ 7:56 PM EDT
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In reply to @Robcat17, @MagicPantsJones
nathan_stevens
Oct 24 @ 7:56 PM EDT
It Maker ed not makerspace silly goose
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In reply to @valerietilton
ChrisQuinn64
Oct 24 @ 7:56 PM EDT
Thanks, everyone, for a great and inspiring discussion!
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MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:56 PM EDT
Have students share their process in a
@Buncee
, on
@Seesaw
, or in blog posts! Or just make a journal and share that.
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cathylw2
Oct 24 @ 7:57 PM EDT
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This!
@lmllearning
, you are proof of innovation/inquiry alive in the classroom!
alexstubenbort
Oct 24 @ 7:50 PM EDT
But kids creating, making, innovating is no fad. Pray we don’t throw the proverbial baby out with the bath water
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In reply to @teresaamrizzo
R_CILR
Oct 24 @ 7:57 PM EDT
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#HR4HR
In reply to @ChrisQuinn64, @MagicPantsJones
alexstubenbort
Oct 24 @ 7:57 PM EDT
Things that make James Vanderbeek go...
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In reply to @MagicPantsJones
kmichellehowell
Oct 24 @ 7:57 PM EDT
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In reply to @ChrisQuinn64, @MagicPantsJones
MagicPantsJones
- Moderator
Oct 24 @ 7:58 PM EDT
Thank you for being a big hearted friend, Chris!
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In reply to @ChrisQuinn64
kmichellehowell
Oct 24 @ 7:58 PM EDT
Thanks for sharing your creative ideas
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! You all...
ChrisQuinn64
Oct 24 @ 7:59 PM EDT
You inspire every day, my friend! So grateful!
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In reply to @MagicPantsJones
teresaamrizzo
Oct 24 @ 7:59 PM EDT
Holy Cow! Where did the hour go?? Thanks again for a great chat!!
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mtnsatheart
Oct 24 @ 7:59 PM EDT
A5: Ss can create in the am instead of work. It's incorporated into projects. In the past, I've had an entire block of create
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In reply to @MagicPantsJones
teresaamrizzo
Oct 24 @ 7:59 PM EDT
Have a great night!
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In reply to @kmichellehowell