#edtechbridge Archive
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Wednesday April 12, 2017
7:00 PM EDT
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Apr 12 @ 7:00 PM EDT
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EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:00 PM EDT
Welcome to
#Edtechbridge
! We're talking
#DigitalDivide
and
#Edequity
! Please introduce yourself.
MomOfAllCapes
Apr 12 @ 7:01 PM EDT
Hi everyone! Mom, former teacher, DMM
@icivics
! Let's talk
#digitaldivide
and
#edequity
!
#Edtechbridge
MatthewFarber
Apr 12 @ 7:01 PM EDT
Hi all! I'm Matt, educator and GBL author from NJ.
@edutopia
blogger too!
#edtechbridge
supervxn
Apr 12 @ 7:01 PM EDT
#edtechbridge
Hi all, I'm Noa Lahav, a sci T from Israel. Nice to join you.
In reply to @EdTechBridge
supervxn
Apr 12 @ 7:02 PM EDT
Hi Matt. I was hoping to catch you here...
#EdtechBridge
In reply to @MatthewFarber, @edutopia
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:03 PM EDT
Thanks for joining us tonight! Woot! We'll make sure everyone migrates to
#XPLAP
after
#Edtechbridge
!
In reply to @MatthewFarber, @edutopia
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:04 PM EDT
Thanks for joining us tonight! So glad to have you with us!
#Edtechbridge
In reply to @supervxn
supervxn
Apr 12 @ 7:04 PM EDT
I'm reletivly new in the
#gbl
business, hoping to write my PhD. so I'm glad to learn...
#EdtechBridge
In reply to @MatthewFarber, @edutopia
AlexVKluge
Apr 12 @ 7:05 PM EDT
Alex - have always been on the other side of the
#DigitalDivide
. And it's not always a pretty picture.
#EdTechBridge
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:05 PM EDT
Seems like a sparse crowd... tag a friend and remind them to join the discussion!
#edtechbridge
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:05 PM EDT
Woot thanks for joining us tonight! So glad to have you here!
#Edtechbridge
In reply to @AlexVKluge
MomOfAllCapes
Apr 12 @ 7:06 PM EDT
Hey folks! Join the discussion tonight!
@EduGladiator
@edutechguys
@educatoralex
@EduGladiator
#EdtechBridge
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:05 PM EDT
Seems like a sparse crowd... tag a friend and remind them to join the discussion!
#edtechbridge
AlexVKluge
Apr 12 @ 7:06 PM EDT
Good luck!
#EdTechBridge
In reply to @supervxn, @MatthewFarber, @edutopia
nathan_stevens
Apr 12 @ 7:06 PM EDT
Nathan and yep. What's up my bridges?
#edtechbridge
supervxn
Apr 12 @ 7:06 PM EDT
It's 2 am here... but I'm making most of my spring break,
#edtechbridge
In reply to @EdTechBridge
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:07 PM EDT
Question 1 coming up in 3 mins!
#Edtechbridge
MahramusAlyssa
Apr 12 @ 7:07 PM EDT
Hi from Pittsburgh! former Teacher and
@everfi
schools implementation manger
#edtechchat
#EdTechBridge
JeremyDBond
Apr 12 @ 7:07 PM EDT
Jeremy in Connecticut, parent, digcit advocate, education communications specialist for an agency committed to ed equity.
#EdTechBridge
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:00 PM EDT
Welcome to
#Edtechbridge
! We're talking
#DigitalDivide
and
#Edequity
! Please introduce yourself.
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:08 PM EDT
Glad to have you here tonight!
#Edtechbridge
In reply to @JeremyDBond
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:09 PM EDT
Don't forget to tag a friend! Q1 coming up...
#EdTechBridge
supervxn
Apr 12 @ 7:09 PM EDT
That's a lot of stuff.... have you been a teacher at some point?
#EdTechBridge
In reply to @JeremyDBond
MatthewFarber
Apr 12 @ 7:10 PM EDT
Can I tag
@mr_isaacs
?
#EdTechBridge
In reply to @EdTechBridge, @mr_isaacs
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:10 PM EDT
Q1: What are the big questions in equity in edtech right now?
#EdtechBridge
nathan_stevens
Apr 12 @ 7:11 PM EDT
You can if you use spray paint.
#EdTechBridge
In reply to @MatthewFarber, @EdTechBridge, @mr_isaacs
MattHarrisEdD
Apr 12 @ 7:11 PM EDT
Great names on this list:
@edtechdigest
#edtech
award winners 2017
https://t.co/Y8DTpEUdqi
#edtechchat
#edtechbridge
#elearning
nathan_stevens
Apr 12 @ 7:12 PM EDT
A1 to me it would availability and durability of products since we are chasing the consumer grade rabbit hole
#edtechbridge
In reply to @EdTechBridge
MomOfAllCapes
Apr 12 @ 7:12 PM EDT
Have fun teaching! Woot!
#EdtechBridge
In reply to @educatoralex, @EduGladiator, @edutechguys
amishahdotca
Apr 12 @ 7:12 PM EDT
Ami here from
@Peekapak
for
@EdTechBridge
#edtechbridge
In reply to @Peekapak, @EdTechBridge
AlexVKluge
Apr 12 @ 7:12 PM EDT
A1 What are the causes, and how to address them. Financial, knowledge, and cultural issues are all intermingled.
#EdTechBridge
JeremyDBond
Apr 12 @ 7:13 PM EDT
A1) When we get excited about the possibilities of tech, are we leaving anybody out? How do we ensure access for all students?
#EdTechBridge
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:10 PM EDT
Q1: What are the big questions in equity in edtech right now?
#EdtechBridge
MatthewFarber
Apr 12 @ 7:13 PM EDT
A1 How are we defining equity here? OTL the curriculum? Digital divide? Distributed knowledge?
#edtechbridge
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:13 PM EDT
Thanks for joining us tonight! Glad to have you!
#Edtechbridge
In reply to @amishahdotca, @Peekapak
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:14 PM EDT
Did someone say
#edtechbridge
? Steve from NJ here!
amishahdotca
Apr 12 @ 7:14 PM EDT
A1: talking to our users it's often finding accessible options for diverse communities - but it offline options or translated
#EdtechBridge
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:14 PM EDT
Very good question!
#edtechbridge
In reply to @MahramusAlyssa
supervxn
Apr 12 @ 7:14 PM EDT
A1: I would say develoing lesson plans that use
#edtech
but can be aslo implemented without cutting edge tools.
#edtechbridge
JeremyDBond
Apr 12 @ 7:15 PM EDT
No. I cite the roles I think are relevant to the discussion. (I always say parent first; that's the lens I look through.)
#EdTechBridge
In reply to @supervxn
AlexVKluge
Apr 12 @ 7:15 PM EDT
A1 I don't even see a consistent definition equity. Equal opportunities, equal results, or some mixture of them.
#EdTechBridge
nathan_stevens
Apr 12 @ 7:15 PM EDT
A1 having non-digital options to go with the digital tools to balance the learning
#edtechbridge
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:15 PM EDT
We're going to move a little faster tonight. Q2 comin up...
#EdtechBridge
supervxn
Apr 12 @ 7:15 PM EDT
You're absolutely right!
#EdTechBridge
In reply to @JeremyDBond
PledgeCents
Apr 12 @ 7:16 PM EDT
Ahhh,
#EdTechBridge
!!! Almost forgot. Popping in now!
In reply to @nathan_stevens
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:16 PM EDT
Q2. Why can't tech alone create the essential forms of change needed to prepare kids for the rapidly changing future?
#EdtechBridge
MsWallRocks
Apr 12 @ 7:16 PM EDT
A1: Access! And we are struggling with equity of teacher competency for Ss success.
#edtechbridge
technolibrary
Apr 12 @ 7:17 PM EDT
what do you mean by equity?
#edtechbridge
access? Diversity? Gender balance? Socioeconomic?
In reply to @EdTechBridge
MomOfAllCapes
Apr 12 @ 7:17 PM EDT
Glad to have you here tonight!
#EdtechBridge
Questions coming from
@EdTechBridge
In reply to @PledgeCents, @nathan_stevens, @EdTechBridge
PledgeCents
Apr 12 @ 7:17 PM EDT
You have such a valuable product w/
@Peekapak
! Love how you are working closely w/ Ts to meet their individual needs!
#edtechbridge
In reply to @amishahdotca, @Peekapak
nathan_stevens
Apr 12 @ 7:17 PM EDT
Also remember the best cutting edge tool for learning is the one that can't see in the classroom
#edtechbridge
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:17 PM EDT
Thanks for joining toning! It's
@MomOfAllCapes
tweeting from
#Edtechbridge
tonight!
In reply to @mr_isaacs, @MomOfAllCapes
PledgeCents
Apr 12 @ 7:17 PM EDT
Thanks!!! We're big fans of
#edtechbridge
... and happy to join in!
In reply to @MomOfAllCapes, @nathan_stevens, @EdTechBridge
JeremyDBond
Apr 12 @ 7:18 PM EDT
I suppose that's the point of the question. We may all be thinking about different things.
#EdTechBridge
In reply to @MatthewFarber
MomOfAllCapes
Apr 12 @ 7:18 PM EDT
I think all of those!
#EdtechBridge
In reply to @technolibrary, @EdTechBridge
supervxn
Apr 12 @ 7:18 PM EDT
Excellent point!
#edtechbridge
AlexVKluge
Apr 12 @ 7:15 PM EDT
A1 I don't even see a consistent definition equity. Equal opportunities, equal results, or some mixture of them.
#EdTechBridge
DennisDill
Apr 12 @ 7:18 PM EDT
A2 it is NOT about the tech: it is about the learning opportunity created.
#EdTechBridge
MomOfAllCapes
Apr 12 @ 7:18 PM EDT
Q2 is live in the chat guys!
#EdtechBridge
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:16 PM EDT
Q2. Why can't tech alone create the essential forms of change needed to prepare kids for the rapidly changing future?
#EdtechBridge
MsWallRocks
Apr 12 @ 7:19 PM EDT
A2: 'Cause it's not about the tools but how you use them! Teacher preparedness and lessons that foster the 4 C's are critical
#edtechbridge
PledgeCents
Apr 12 @ 7:19 PM EDT
A2: Although tech is incredibly valuable, we must never downplay the importance of 1:1 real-time, face-to-face communication
#edtechbridge
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:16 PM EDT
Q2. Why can't tech alone create the essential forms of change needed to prepare kids for the rapidly changing future?
#EdtechBridge
AlexVKluge
Apr 12 @ 7:19 PM EDT
A2 Questions of the form "Why can't tech (alone) ..." are really loaded. Neither tech or anything else is a magic bullet.
#EdTechBridge
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:19 PM EDT
Great question. Once kids go home teachers aren't in charge.
#Edtechbridge
In reply to @katmndieux, @JeremyDBond
JeremyDBond
Apr 12 @ 7:20 PM EDT
A2) It's mindset that allows and fosters change. Tech doesn't change people. That's up to them.
#EdTechBridge
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:16 PM EDT
Q2. Why can't tech alone create the essential forms of change needed to prepare kids for the rapidly changing future?
#EdtechBridge
supervxn
Apr 12 @ 7:20 PM EDT
A2: There's no use to
#edtech
without a T. The point is to teach Ss how to utilize it to succeed.
#EdtechBridge
In reply to @EdTechBridge
DennisDill
Apr 12 @ 7:20 PM EDT
... do the best with what you have ... not a perfect world
#EdTechBridge
PledgeCents
Apr 12 @ 7:20 PM EDT
Good point! It takes a combination of resources, experiences!
#edtechbridge
In reply to @AlexVKluge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:20 PM EDT
A2: the tech is only as valuable as the problem solver using it. Problem based learning w or wo tech is where it's at!
#edtechbridge
PledgeCents
Apr 12 @ 7:20 PM EDT
Yes!
#edtechbridge
In reply to @JeremyDBond
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:21 PM EDT
Q3 coming up in 2 mins!
#EdtechBridge
MomOfAllCapes
Apr 12 @ 7:21 PM EDT
YAS!
#LetsK12Better
! Teacher PD is essential to success with
#edtech
.
#EdtechBridge
MsWallRocks
Apr 12 @ 7:19 PM EDT
A2: 'Cause it's not about the tools but how you use them! Teacher preparedness and lessons that foster the 4 C's are critical
#edtechbridge
PledgeCents
Apr 12 @ 7:21 PM EDT
Absolutely! Tech is a VALUABLE tool to add to the process, but it's not the end all be all!
#edtechbridge
In reply to @DennisDill
MatthewFarber
Apr 12 @ 7:21 PM EDT
A2 Ts facilitate transfer, not actually much diff that text-to-real world connections (i.e. horse in a book, horse at a farm)
#edtechbridge
DennisDill
Apr 12 @ 7:21 PM EDT
I may not have a 3D printer but I have a saw, nails. And a big pile of wood to use.
#EdTechBridge
nathan_stevens
Apr 12 @ 7:21 PM EDT
A2 tech can't make you a better thinker. It can help you find knowledge but it is the student that had to apply it
#edtechbridge
In reply to @EdTechBridge
supervxn
Apr 12 @ 7:21 PM EDT
yes, but because of that the term has to be defined and agreed upon. otherwise we won't understand each other
#edtechbridge
In reply to @JeremyDBond, @MatthewFarber
AlexVKluge
Apr 12 @ 7:22 PM EDT
A2.a The expectation for the magic bullet is always doomed to failure. And reflects management or design issues.
#EdTechBridge
PledgeCents
Apr 12 @ 7:22 PM EDT
Which is JUST as valuable of a lesson!
#edtechbridge
In reply to @DennisDill
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:22 PM EDT
Q3. What professional development and tech do teachers need to level the playing field for their students?
#EdtechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:23 PM EDT
Yet another late night for you, eh??
#edtechbridge
In reply to @supervxn, @JeremyDBond, @MatthewFarber
nathan_stevens
Apr 12 @ 7:23 PM EDT
We have always been brothers
#EdtechBridge
In reply to @mr_isaacs
JeremyDBond
Apr 12 @ 7:23 PM EDT
There are logistical and financial issues involved, but schools remaining open for tech use would help bridge access divides.
#EdTechBridge
katmndieux
Apr 12 @ 7:18 PM EDT
A1. How do we sustain or support access to tech outside school hours?
In reply to @JeremyDBond, @EdTechBridge
MomOfAllCapes
Apr 12 @ 7:23 PM EDT
Love this answer!
#EdtechBridge
nathan_stevens
Apr 12 @ 7:21 PM EDT
A2 tech can't make you a better thinker. It can help you find knowledge but it is the student that had to apply it
#edtechbridge
In reply to @EdTechBridge
PledgeCents
Apr 12 @ 7:23 PM EDT
& meaningful Teacher PD to be exact... Ts need time to explore the product, not just be thrown into it!
#edtechbridge
In reply to @MomOfAllCapes
PledgeCents
Apr 12 @ 7:23 PM EDT
#PBL
for the win!
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:20 PM EDT
A2: the tech is only as valuable as the problem solver using it. Problem based learning w or wo tech is where it's at!
#edtechbridge
nathan_stevens
Apr 12 @ 7:24 PM EDT
Between the gifs I am a heavy thinker
#edtechbridge
In reply to @MomOfAllCapes
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:24 PM EDT
Teachers are critical to the process.
#edtechbridge
supervxn
Apr 12 @ 7:20 PM EDT
A2: There's no use to
#edtech
without a T. The point is to teach Ss how to utilize it to succeed.
#EdtechBridge
In reply to @EdTechBridge
PledgeCents
Apr 12 @ 7:24 PM EDT
LOVE. (but also doesn't mean that you can't work towards getting more than what you have!) :)
#edtechbridge
In reply to @DennisDill
JeremyDBond
Apr 12 @ 7:24 PM EDT
How would you define it?
#EdTechBridge
In reply to @supervxn, @MatthewFarber
supervxn
Apr 12 @ 7:24 PM EDT
yup! Passover break is the best!!!
#edtechbridge
. How are you doing?
In reply to @mr_isaacs, @JeremyDBond, @MatthewFarber
MsWallRocks
Apr 12 @ 7:24 PM EDT
A3: Hands-on and real. We deliver PD to Ts that they can turn around and mimic tomorrow in the classroom. Train by example.
#edtechbridge
MomOfAllCapes
Apr 12 @ 7:24 PM EDT
Q3 is in the chat! Teacher PD focused...
#EdtechBridge
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:22 PM EDT
Q3. What professional development and tech do teachers need to level the playing field for their students?
#EdtechBridge
MatthewFarber
Apr 12 @ 7:24 PM EDT
A3 Not one-size-fits-all PD. Let's bring teacher agency back to PD, and have that in classrooms as well
#edtechbridge
PledgeCents
Apr 12 @ 7:25 PM EDT
<3
#edtechbridge
In reply to @nathan_stevens, @MomOfAllCapes
MrSchoenbart
Apr 12 @ 7:25 PM EDT
NEW POST: Rethinking the Option of Failure After
#LHRICTLI
at
https://t.co/CagSQPflPb
#edtechbridge
AlexVKluge
Apr 12 @ 7:25 PM EDT
Well, that would be EdEch then :)
#EdTechBridge
In reply to @supervxn, @EdTechBridge
nathan_stevens
Apr 12 @ 7:25 PM EDT
A3 how to balance the digital and non-digital tools to create a level playing field
#edtechbridge
In reply to @EdTechBridge
PledgeCents
Apr 12 @ 7:26 PM EDT
In the same way that we must present something new to our Ss!
#edtechbridge
MsWallRocks
Apr 12 @ 7:24 PM EDT
A3: Hands-on and real. We deliver PD to Ts that they can turn around and mimic tomorrow in the classroom. Train by example.
#edtechbridge
DennisDill
Apr 12 @ 7:26 PM EDT
Note my stack of wood ... old school 3D making ... yes they are coding in the same room
#edtechbridge
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:26 PM EDT
Missed your earlier question 😳 Equity as defined by leveling the playing field so all Ss have access to quality experiences.
#Edtechbridge
In reply to @MatthewFarber
PledgeCents
Apr 12 @ 7:26 PM EDT
A3: Meaningful, hands-on PD where Ts can explore... teach them the same way they're expected 2 teach Ss!
#edtechbridge
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:22 PM EDT
Q3. What professional development and tech do teachers need to level the playing field for their students?
#EdtechBridge
supervxn
Apr 12 @ 7:26 PM EDT
That's a tough Q because I'm not an English speaker. I would define it as fairness in opportunities. I hope I'm close...
#EdTechBridge
In reply to @JeremyDBond, @MatthewFarber
MahramusAlyssa
Apr 12 @ 7:27 PM EDT
A3: learn learn learn!
#edtech
changes constantly and Ss are typically savy so we must be as well.
@Twitter
webinars, decamps
#edtechbridge
supervxn
Apr 12 @ 7:27 PM EDT
😉
#EdTechBridge
In reply to @AlexVKluge, @EdTechBridge
MomOfAllCapes
Apr 12 @ 7:27 PM EDT
This is amazing. Love this! Looks like a class I'd want to be in!
#EdtechBridge
DennisDill
Apr 12 @ 7:26 PM EDT
Note my stack of wood ... old school 3D making ... yes they are coding in the same room
#edtechbridge
PledgeCents
Apr 12 @ 7:27 PM EDT
<3!!!
#edtechbridge
In reply to @DennisDill
MomOfAllCapes
Apr 12 @ 7:28 PM EDT
We must remember that everyone isn't a native english speaker when tech is involved. Equity/access has many definitions.
#EdtechBridge
supervxn
Apr 12 @ 7:26 PM EDT
That's a tough Q because I'm not an English speaker. I would define it as fairness in opportunities. I hope I'm close...
#EdTechBridge
In reply to @JeremyDBond, @MatthewFarber
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:29 PM EDT
#Edtechbridge
katmndieux
Apr 12 @ 7:28 PM EDT
But pd could be around how to use the tech easily in the class so as to be faster and easier to be on the fly flexible.
In reply to @EdTechBridge
JeremyDBond
Apr 12 @ 7:29 PM EDT
A3) Ed tech is an opportunity to learn across roles. To ensure equity in access, seek expertise & teach parents AND teachers.
#EdTechBridge
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:22 PM EDT
Q3. What professional development and tech do teachers need to level the playing field for their students?
#EdtechBridge
PledgeCents
Apr 12 @ 7:29 PM EDT
Also... Who's on spring break this week?! If that's you... hope you are making the best of it! (AKA lots of relaxing!)
#edtechbridge
WiseDad_Games
Apr 12 @ 7:30 PM EDT
A3: Game based learning, including digital games.
#edtechbridge
MomOfAllCapes
Apr 12 @ 7:30 PM EDT
Q4 coming up in 3 mins!
#EdtechBridge
PledgeCents
Apr 12 @ 7:30 PM EDT
#GBL
should be in EVERY classroom, some way... some how!
#edtechbridge
In reply to @WiseDad_Games
WiseDad_Games
Apr 12 @ 7:31 PM EDT
Few few T's are gamers in K-5; the concepts of games for learning is very unorthodox to many of them.
#edtechbridge
ShanaVWhite
Apr 12 @ 7:31 PM EDT
A2: Because we work with human beings. Tech is one thing. Good educators are focused on impacting lives.
#EdtechBridge
PledgeCents
Apr 12 @ 7:31 PM EDT
Hey friends!
#PCeduchat
with our friend/partner
@SutoriApp
is at 8pm EST... but why not pop into
#EDtechbridge
until then? Happening now!
MomOfAllCapes
Apr 12 @ 7:30 PM EDT
Q4 coming up in 3 mins!
#EdtechBridge
DennisDill
Apr 12 @ 7:31 PM EDT
A3 Every teacher brings something special to the table ... find that something special and use it.
#EdtechBridge
AlexVKluge
Apr 12 @ 7:32 PM EDT
A3 Adaptive and active learning can be a big win here, providing differentiated content at scale.
#EdTechBridge
MomOfAllCapes
Apr 12 @ 7:32 PM EDT
Thanks for joining
#EdtechBridge
tonight!
In reply to @ShanaVWhite
MatthewFarber
Apr 12 @ 7:32 PM EDT
3 Ways to Use Game-Based Learning
https://t.co/OqScYWNgbV
#edtechbridge
In reply to @PledgeCents, @WiseDad_Games
JeremyDBond
Apr 12 @ 7:32 PM EDT
Agreed. It may also be a solution for some students and some issues. It's just there isn't one thing that works for everybody.
#EdTechBridge
In reply to @AlexVKluge
nathan_stevens
Apr 12 @ 7:33 PM EDT
I think most classrooms. It is hard to say all
#edtechbridge
In reply to @PledgeCents, @WiseDad_Games
PledgeCents
Apr 12 @ 7:33 PM EDT
Unfortunately true... however, have seen many Ts repurpose different board games for classroom instruction!
#edtechbridge
In reply to @WiseDad_Games
MomOfAllCapes
Apr 12 @ 7:33 PM EDT
Love this. Ts have the special sauce that make education actually work for kids. We MUST invest in them, cultivating talents.
#EdtechBridge
DennisDill
Apr 12 @ 7:31 PM EDT
A3 Every teacher brings something special to the table ... find that something special and use it.
#EdtechBridge
ShanaVWhite
Apr 12 @ 7:33 PM EDT
A3: Not buzzword filled. Practical, purposeful, and meaningful. Focused on solid instruction being enhanced w/ tech.
#EdtechBridge
PledgeCents
Apr 12 @ 7:33 PM EDT
#EDtechbridge
- always down for more
#GBL
resources! Spread the good word!
MatthewFarber
Apr 12 @ 7:32 PM EDT
3 Ways to Use Game-Based Learning
https://t.co/OqScYWNgbV
#edtechbridge
In reply to @PledgeCents, @WiseDad_Games
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:33 PM EDT
Q4. How can teachers and tech companies promote greater inclusion, diversity, equity and access through technology?
#edtechbridge
PledgeCents
Apr 12 @ 7:33 PM EDT
Absolutely! Ts included!
#edtechbridge
In reply to @MahramusAlyssa, @EdTechBridge
nathan_stevens
Apr 12 @ 7:33 PM EDT
Working with games is a tool in the apron of education
#edtechbridge
In reply to @PledgeCents, @WiseDad_Games
AlexVKluge
Apr 12 @ 7:34 PM EDT
True, but this reflects a misstep in the education culture. Play (gaming) evolved as a learning mechanism.
#EdTechBridge
In reply to @WiseDad_Games
PledgeCents
Apr 12 @ 7:34 PM EDT
Is there a situation where you'd think it couldn't be adapted?
#edtechbridge
In reply to @nathan_stevens, @WiseDad_Games
JeremyDBond
Apr 12 @ 7:34 PM EDT
Sounds good to me.
#EdTechBridge
In reply to @supervxn, @MatthewFarber
MomOfAllCapes
Apr 12 @ 7:34 PM EDT
We'd love to have
#PCeduchat
and
#XPLAP
folks join us for the next 25mins!
#EdtechBridge
PledgeCents
Apr 12 @ 7:31 PM EDT
Hey friends!
#PCeduchat
with our friend/partner
@SutoriApp
is at 8pm EST... but why not pop into
#EDtechbridge
until then? Happening now!
MomOfAllCapes
Apr 12 @ 7:30 PM EDT
Q4 coming up in 3 mins!
#EdtechBridge
DennisDill
Apr 12 @ 7:35 PM EDT
Maybe we are getting so caught up with getting all teachers to be the same that we are not looking at their overlooked gifts.
#edtechbridge
supervxn
Apr 12 @ 7:35 PM EDT
A3: I think the answer to inequity is NOT more tech. It's training Ts to build lesson plans that get the same results W /WO
#edtechbridge
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:22 PM EDT
Q3. What professional development and tech do teachers need to level the playing field for their students?
#EdtechBridge
ShanaVWhite
Apr 12 @ 7:35 PM EDT
A4: Actually take action steps. Quit talking about it. Diversify your staff. Diversify your conferences. Quit with lip service
#EdtechBridge
MomOfAllCapes
Apr 12 @ 7:35 PM EDT
Q4 is live in the chat!
#EdtechBridge
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:33 PM EDT
Q4. How can teachers and tech companies promote greater inclusion, diversity, equity and access through technology?
#edtechbridge
PledgeCents
Apr 12 @ 7:35 PM EDT
Always loved exploring
#GBL
w/ kiddos...especially when they're working in small groups & u can make ur way around the room!
#edtechbridge
In reply to @nathan_stevens, @WiseDad_Games
MahramusAlyssa
Apr 12 @ 7:35 PM EDT
I'm proud that
@everfi
provides all of their programs at no cost for all Ss and Ts. Work w/ Ts to find best imp. for them
#edtechbridge
PledgeCents
Apr 12 @ 7:36 PM EDT
As you should!!!
#edtechbridge
In reply to @djsardine, @nathan_stevens, @WiseDad_Games
nathan_stevens
Apr 12 @ 7:36 PM EDT
Kids should be allowed to explain use what ever the my deem the best for the task
#edtechbridge
In reply to @PledgeCents, @WiseDad_Games
MomOfAllCapes
Apr 12 @ 7:36 PM EDT
YES! As my college bball coach used to say/yell "Don't talk about it, be about it!" Action is everything!
#EdtechBridge
ShanaVWhite
Apr 12 @ 7:35 PM EDT
A4: Actually take action steps. Quit talking about it. Diversify your staff. Diversify your conferences. Quit with lip service
#EdtechBridge
PledgeCents
Apr 12 @ 7:36 PM EDT
Happy to share this great resource!!!
#GBL
#edtechbridge
#games4ed
#edtech
MatthewFarber
Apr 12 @ 7:34 PM EDT
There is my GBL book, newly expanded & revised -- out this week!
https://t.co/aPBJIgTkaq
:)
In reply to @PledgeCents
JeremyDBond
Apr 12 @ 7:37 PM EDT
A4) Greater inclusion can happen if you add more stakeholders to that equation. Administration. Community. Families. STUDENTS.
#EdTechBridge
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:33 PM EDT
Q4. How can teachers and tech companies promote greater inclusion, diversity, equity and access through technology?
#edtechbridge
MatthewFarber
Apr 12 @ 7:37 PM EDT
A4 There is a gap in which digital games are becoming a "privileged pedagogy," used in more affluent districts
#EdTechBridge
DennisDill
Apr 12 @ 7:37 PM EDT
I don't want to work with a teacher like me ... I want to be part of a team that complements each other.
#edtechbridge
In reply to @MomOfAllCapes
amishahdotca
Apr 12 @ 7:37 PM EDT
A4. Edtech companies can promote greater inclusion & diversity designing for today's classroom. We do this via our characters:
#edtechbridge
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:37 PM EDT
Q5. Coming up in 3 mins!
#edtechbridge
MGrundel
Apr 12 @ 7:37 PM EDT
Q4: Ts / Districts must partner up w/ tech companies in order to achieve success for Ss. Tech companies must provide support
#edtechbridge
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:38 PM EDT
We have some really great conversation going on tonight! Keep it going folks!
#edtechbridge
nathan_stevens
Apr 12 @ 7:38 PM EDT
A4 create open ended projects that allow for students to select the best tool for the task
#edtechbridge
In reply to @EdTechBridge
aus_teach
Apr 12 @ 7:38 PM EDT
Modern teaching often forgets the importance of context and the unique charisma each teachers brings.
#edtechbridge
DennisDill
Apr 12 @ 7:31 PM EDT
A3 Every teacher brings something special to the table ... find that something special and use it.
#EdtechBridge
PledgeCents
Apr 12 @ 7:38 PM EDT
You mean Ss creating games, too? Because totally down for that!
#edtechbridge
In reply to @nathan_stevens, @WiseDad_Games
MomOfAllCapes
Apr 12 @ 7:38 PM EDT
Love the term "privileged pedagogy"
@MatthewFarber
!
#EdtechBridge
MatthewFarber
Apr 12 @ 7:37 PM EDT
A4 There is a gap in which digital games are becoming a "privileged pedagogy," used in more affluent districts
#EdTechBridge
AlexVKluge
Apr 12 @ 7:38 PM EDT
A4 For a start, ensure exposure to diversity. Skype, GHO, or other visual interaction, with diverse practitioners.
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:39 PM EDT
Double header tonight.
#edtechbridge
now and up next
#xplap
#xplapchat
with
@MatthewFarber
#bringit
MsWallRocks
Apr 12 @ 7:39 PM EDT
A4: That's a loaded question! Diverse graphic representation, gender free encouragement, and UDL TOOLS!
#edtechbridge
GetSoundsAround
Apr 12 @ 7:39 PM EDT
Indeed, the science AND art of teaching is a creative tension that needs to be valued.
#EdtechBridge
In reply to @DennisDill
PledgeCents
Apr 12 @ 7:39 PM EDT
Love us some
@Peekapak
! Using diverse characters to teach
#SEL
! (U can raise for them here, BTW :)
https://t.co/dKsl6PkVjK
)
#edtechbridge
amishahdotca
Apr 12 @ 7:37 PM EDT
A4. Edtech companies can promote greater inclusion & diversity designing for today's classroom. We do this via our characters:
#edtechbridge
WiseDad_Games
Apr 12 @ 7:39 PM EDT
A4: Good digital games level the playing field for all students: preparation for future learning.
#edtechbridge
PledgeCents
Apr 12 @ 7:40 PM EDT
sry for the plug... they're just really amazing, so we thought we'd share a way to easily bring them to your classroom!! :)
#edtechbridge
In reply to @amishahdotca
DennisDill
Apr 12 @ 7:40 PM EDT
We must all teach to our strengths ... be us ... can't copy another and expect to be happy
#edtechbridge
In reply to @aus_teach
WiseDad_Games
Apr 12 @ 7:40 PM EDT
@PledgeCents
Yes! Doing that in Advanced Coding Club using the RPG Maker engine.
#edtechbridge
In reply to @PledgeCents, @nathan_stevens, @PledgeCents
MomOfAllCapes
Apr 12 @ 7:40 PM EDT
I think artwork in games is a great way to promote diversity and inclusion. Check out
@iCivics
latest update
#edtechbridge
#TeachLocal
InternallyValid
Apr 12 @ 7:40 PM EDT
A4: Any ideas for the solution to this?
#EdTechBridge
In reply to @MatthewFarber
JeremyDBond
Apr 12 @ 7:41 PM EDT
That matters. Thank you.
#EdTechBridge
In reply to @amishahdotca
PledgeCents
Apr 12 @ 7:41 PM EDT
Many Ss are able to shine when exploring
#GBL
in ways that they otherwise might not have the opportunity!
#edtechbridge
WiseDad_Games
Apr 12 @ 7:39 PM EDT
A4: Good digital games level the playing field for all students: preparation for future learning.
#edtechbridge
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:41 PM EDT
Q5. What can school boards do to ensure that every student has equitable access to the highest quality ed-experiences?
#edtechbridge
PledgeCents
Apr 12 @ 7:41 PM EDT
Love! How much structure are they provided for the assignment?
#edtechbridge
In reply to @WiseDad_Games, @nathan_stevens
nathan_stevens
Apr 12 @ 7:41 PM EDT
All of the above
#edtechbridge
In reply to @PledgeCents, @WiseDad_Games
MomOfAllCapes
Apr 12 @ 7:42 PM EDT
Q5. is live and in the chat!
#EdtechBridge
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:41 PM EDT
Q5. What can school boards do to ensure that every student has equitable access to the highest quality ed-experiences?
#edtechbridge
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:42 PM EDT
This is an excellent idea! Hacking the lack of tech access
#edtechbridge
In reply to @katmndieux
PledgeCents
Apr 12 @ 7:42 PM EDT
Oh, yes! You've got a double-awesome break! Hope you're enjoying :)
#edtechbridge
In reply to @supervxn
aus_teach
Apr 12 @ 7:43 PM EDT
If we copy each other then we are forgetting our students.
#edtechbridge
DennisDill
Apr 12 @ 7:40 PM EDT
We must all teach to our strengths ... be us ... can't copy another and expect to be happy
#edtechbridge
In reply to @aus_teach
PledgeCents
Apr 12 @ 7:43 PM EDT
If budget is tight, perhaps allow more opportunities 1 test products before purchasing, to ensure they're the best "fit" 4 Ss.
#edtechbridge
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:41 PM EDT
Q5. What can school boards do to ensure that every student has equitable access to the highest quality ed-experiences?
#edtechbridge
supervxn
Apr 12 @ 7:43 PM EDT
What would you say about junior high then?😢
#edtechbridge
In reply to @WiseDad_Games
MsWallRocks
Apr 12 @ 7:43 PM EDT
A5: Put their money into classrooms (preferably tech!)! Purposeful planning, data-driven tech decisions, systematic rollouts
#edtechbridge
supervxn
Apr 12 @ 7:44 PM EDT
yup yup.
#edtechbridge
In reply to @PledgeCents
PledgeCents
Apr 12 @ 7:44 PM EDT
Loving the sound of this...! Do you have many Ss involved? Would have LOVED an opportunity like that in school!
#edtechbridge
In reply to @WiseDad_Games, @nathan_stevens
JeremyDBond
Apr 12 @ 7:44 PM EDT
A5) Ask this question themselves. They're there to support districts and hold them accountable.
#EdTechBridge
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:41 PM EDT
Q5. What can school boards do to ensure that every student has equitable access to the highest quality ed-experiences?
#edtechbridge
LoganPriess
Apr 12 @ 7:44 PM EDT
A3. Educators need to learn the technological contexts learners inhabit. Learn the tech to use it!
#edtechbridge
supervxn
Apr 12 @ 7:45 PM EDT
Game development sure... but gamer T's?
#edtechbridge
In reply to @WiseDad_Games
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:46 PM EDT
Q6 is about
#OER
... coming up in 2 mins!
#edtechbridge
MahramusAlyssa
Apr 12 @ 7:46 PM EDT
A5: Do their research, ask Ts what supports their work, visit the classroom, include the community
#edtechbridge
klusfyab
Apr 12 @ 7:47 PM EDT
#edtechbridge
@pledgecents
Allowing teachers to use and test free open resources online. So many great free tools out there.
In reply to @PledgeCents, @PledgeCents
MsWallRocks
Apr 12 @ 7:47 PM EDT
@MahramusAlyssa
"Visit the classroom"!!! YASSSSS! More of this!
#edtechbridge
In reply to @MahramusAlyssa, @MahramusAlyssa
supervxn
Apr 12 @ 7:47 PM EDT
Like me, I hope.
#edtechbridge
In reply to @WiseDad_Games
AlexVKluge
Apr 12 @ 7:47 PM EDT
A5 Start w/low hanging fruit - what is the most easily addressed impediment in your current environment?
#EdTechBridge
PledgeCents
Apr 12 @ 7:47 PM EDT
Absolutely!
#edtechbridge
In reply to @klusfyab
PledgeCents
Apr 12 @ 7:48 PM EDT
That's awesome!! What a fantastic opportunity for them!
#edtechbridge
In reply to @WiseDad_Games, @nathan_stevens
aus_teach
Apr 12 @ 7:48 PM EDT
This is a good point of debate. We would be forever learning new tech. Be pedagogically flexible to allow student use.
#edtechbridge
LoganPriess
Apr 12 @ 7:44 PM EDT
A3. Educators need to learn the technological contexts learners inhabit. Learn the tech to use it!
#edtechbridge
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:48 PM EDT
Q6. How might
#OER
(Open Educational Resources) be used to help bridge the
#digitaldivide
?
#EdtechBridge
JeremyDBond
Apr 12 @ 7:48 PM EDT
YES... yet still uncomfortable with the idea that some kids would do with tech and some without. Kids have a right to equity.
#EdTechBridge
supervxn
Apr 12 @ 7:35 PM EDT
A3: I think the answer to inequity is NOT more tech. It's training Ts to build lesson plans that get the same results W /WO
#edtechbridge
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:22 PM EDT
Q3. What professional development and tech do teachers need to level the playing field for their students?
#EdtechBridge
MsWallRocks
Apr 12 @ 7:48 PM EDT
@MahramusAlyssa
Or talk to a student about what works/doesn't work for their learning! From the mouths of babes...
#edtechbridge
In reply to @MahramusAlyssa, @MahramusAlyssa
klusfyab
Apr 12 @ 7:49 PM EDT
#edtechbridge
@aus_teach
Great point! We teach our students to be individuals. We need to model that by using our strengths to teach.
In reply to @DennisDill, @aus_teach, @aus_teach
AlexVKluge
Apr 12 @ 7:49 PM EDT
A5.a How do you address it? Lather, rinse, repeat.
#EdTechBridge
MomOfAllCapes
Apr 12 @ 7:49 PM EDT
EXACTLY!
#EdtechBridge
JeremyDBond
Apr 12 @ 7:48 PM EDT
YES... yet still uncomfortable with the idea that some kids would do with tech and some without. Kids have a right to equity.
#EdTechBridge
supervxn
Apr 12 @ 7:35 PM EDT
A3: I think the answer to inequity is NOT more tech. It's training Ts to build lesson plans that get the same results W /WO
#edtechbridge
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:22 PM EDT
Q3. What professional development and tech do teachers need to level the playing field for their students?
#EdtechBridge
supervxn
Apr 12 @ 7:49 PM EDT
A4: I think the companies don't care about equity at all. The're all about $$$. So it's up to us.
#edtechbridge
In reply to @EdTechBridge
MomOfAllCapes
Apr 12 @ 7:50 PM EDT
Sadly, future survival and economic freedom is dependent upon familiarity with technology. We have to do better as a society.
#EdtechBridge
In reply to @JeremyDBond
MomOfAllCapes
Apr 12 @ 7:51 PM EDT
Q6. Is live in the chat!
#EdtechBridge
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:48 PM EDT
Q6. How might
#OER
(Open Educational Resources) be used to help bridge the
#digitaldivide
?
#EdtechBridge
LoganPriess
Apr 12 @ 7:51 PM EDT
A6. OER is to digital education as libraries are to books. Everyone should have a library card and favorite OER.
#edtechbridge
MsWallRocks
Apr 12 @ 7:51 PM EDT
A6.a: Had a conversation today about the future changes coming to student education with MOOCs and microcredentials.
#edtechbridge
supervxn
Apr 12 @ 7:51 PM EDT
On the other hand, privileged kids have the right to equity for them too.
#EdTechBridge
In reply to @JeremyDBond
JeremyDBond
Apr 12 @ 7:51 PM EDT
Play is how learning begins. It's imagining what we can do. We never entirely lose that.
#EdTechBridge
AlexVKluge
Apr 12 @ 7:34 PM EDT
True, but this reflects a misstep in the education culture. Play (gaming) evolved as a learning mechanism.
#EdTechBridge
In reply to @WiseDad_Games
AlexVKluge
Apr 12 @ 7:51 PM EDT
Probably true. If the decision makers, the buyer, insists on it the companies will follow.
#EdTechBridge
In reply to @supervxn, @EdTechBridge
katmndieux
Apr 12 @ 7:51 PM EDT
Hard to find but we're out there.
#EdtechBridge
In reply to @supervxn, @WiseDad_Games
PledgeCents
Apr 12 @ 7:52 PM EDT
It's tough to say that about all! We work w/ many companies who are SO invested in the needs and opinions of their teachers..
#edtechbridge
In reply to @supervxn, @EdTechBridge
babyexpert4u
Apr 12 @ 7:52 PM EDT
A2 Because technology is a tool. Kids still need support (social scaffolding) to learn how to use it effectively!
#edtechbridge
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:16 PM EDT
Q2. Why can't tech alone create the essential forms of change needed to prepare kids for the rapidly changing future?
#EdtechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:52 PM EDT
A6:
#OER
helps bridge gap IF we have the devices ...
#EdTechBridge
MomOfAllCapes
Apr 12 @ 7:51 PM EDT
Q6. Is live in the chat!
#EdtechBridge
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:48 PM EDT
Q6. How might
#OER
(Open Educational Resources) be used to help bridge the
#digitaldivide
?
#EdtechBridge
keith_guarino
Apr 12 @ 7:52 PM EDT
Skills, Discovery & Solutions
@njed
#kidsdeserveit
#edtechbridge
@MGrundel
@connollm1
@barrykid1
Ty
@jrochelle
jrochelle
- Moderator
Apr 7 @ 1:06 PM EDT
I want my kids to learn how to FIND a chemistry formula perhaps, not memorize it. But mostly to learn to solve new problems
#education
MsWallRocks
Apr 12 @ 7:52 PM EDT
A6.b: The district side of me worries about the vetting of OER. How do we evaluate quality?
#edtechbridge
MomOfAllCapes
Apr 12 @ 7:52 PM EDT
Libraries are often the key to bridging the
#digitaldivide
for many communities. Libraries are amazing!
#EdtechBridge
LoganPriess
Apr 12 @ 7:51 PM EDT
A6. OER is to digital education as libraries are to books. Everyone should have a library card and favorite OER.
#edtechbridge
AlexVKluge
Apr 12 @ 7:53 PM EDT
A6 OER provides free or reduced cost access to instructional content. Making it possible to do more with a fixed budget.
#EdTechBridge
klusfyab
Apr 12 @ 7:53 PM EDT
A6 OER supplement curriculum resources well. Help schools stay up to date with resources instead of using out of date material
#edtechbridge
In reply to @EdTechBridge
PledgeCents
Apr 12 @ 7:53 PM EDT
How do we get more Ts putting emphasis on this?
#edtechbridge
In reply to @katmndieux, @supervxn, @WiseDad_Games
supervxn
Apr 12 @ 7:53 PM EDT
If we show stakeholders what is good
#edtech
it will be more affordable eventually I think.
#EdTechBridge
In reply to @AlexVKluge, @EdTechBridge
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:53 PM EDT
Q7. How can
#makered
&
#makerspaces
be used to enhance learning and bridge the
#digitalDivide
?
#EdtechBridge
amishahdotca
Apr 12 @ 7:53 PM EDT
A6. I think
#OER
can help bridge the
#digitaldivide
- we're offering our free materials on platforms like
@AmazonEdu
#EdtechBridge
MomOfAllCapes
Apr 12 @ 7:54 PM EDT
Love this answer. PERFECT!
#EdtechBridge
AlexVKluge
Apr 12 @ 7:53 PM EDT
A6 OER provides free or reduced cost access to instructional content. Making it possible to do more with a fixed budget.
#EdTechBridge
JeremyDBond
Apr 12 @ 7:54 PM EDT
Where the definition of equity gets muddy. It's not having the same thing--that's equality. It's access to whatever they need.
#EdTechBridge
In reply to @supervxn
MomOfAllCapes
Apr 12 @ 7:54 PM EDT
Q7 is live in the chat!
#EdtechBridge
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:53 PM EDT
Q7. How can
#makered
&
#makerspaces
be used to enhance learning and bridge the
#digitalDivide
?
#EdtechBridge
supervxn
Apr 12 @ 7:55 PM EDT
that's what I think also. but privileged kids have needs too.
#EdTechBridge
In reply to @JeremyDBond
katmndieux
Apr 12 @ 7:55 PM EDT
#EdtechBridge
to add to that, finding tech compatible curriculum that we aren't required 2 chg evry yr or 2 yrs.
In reply to @klusfyab, @EdTechBridge
PledgeCents
Apr 12 @ 7:55 PM EDT
Just a few tips 4
#PCeduchat
w/
@SutoriApp
starting @ 8pm EST! We can't wait to chat w/ you!
#edtechbridge
#edtech
https://t.co/d9OnZOtYsZ
aus_teach
Apr 12 @ 7:55 PM EDT
Emerging digital thinking suggests a need for creative thinking ...as the way forward. The technology is a given.
#edtechbridge
In reply to @MomOfAllCapes, @JeremyDBond
BlackRocketLLC
Apr 12 @ 7:55 PM EDT
Looks like a great chat! Sorry we missed it. We are an
#Edtech
Co, that seeks to empower Ts and Ss to be creative/innovative
#edtechbridge
PledgeCents
Apr 12 @ 7:55 PM EDT
Games for learning as part of classroom instruction!
#edtechbridge
In reply to @supervxn, @katmndieux, @WiseDad_Games
AlexVKluge
Apr 12 @ 7:56 PM EDT
A6
#OER
helps counter the increase in textbook costs.
https://t.co/oHV08JdiEO
#EdTechBridge
amishahdotca
Apr 12 @ 7:56 PM EDT
A7. I love how libraries are becoming
#makerspaces
to make it accessible for students to learn new tech such as 3D printing
#EdtechBridge
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:56 PM EDT
Time flies when you have a blast... but before you go answer Q8!
#edtechbridge
PledgeCents
Apr 12 @ 7:56 PM EDT
Yes... you really hit all the main points. A strong
#PLN
to help spread the word also helps!
#edtechbridge
In reply to @WiseDad_Games, @katmndieux, @supervxn
WiseDad_Games
Apr 12 @ 7:56 PM EDT
@AlexVKluge
Textbook costs to districts should be $0: among least effective for learning, they should all be jettisoned.
#edtechbridge
In reply to @AlexVKluge, @AlexVKluge
JeremyDBond
Apr 12 @ 7:56 PM EDT
Absolutely. All kids have a right to access to an excellent education, and all the tools that entails in the 21st century.
#EdTechBridge
MomOfAllCapes
Apr 12 @ 7:50 PM EDT
Sadly, future survival and economic freedom is dependent upon familiarity with technology. We have to do better as a society.
#EdtechBridge
In reply to @JeremyDBond
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:57 PM EDT
Q8. What free or low cost opportunities are available to increase student interest in technology? (Share examples)
#EdtechBridge
MsWallRocks
Apr 12 @ 7:57 PM EDT
A7: Makerspaces bring STEM to life! We cycle back around to hands-on. Srsly, Ss motivation dsn't get better than
#makered
#edtechbridge
WiseDad_Games
Apr 12 @ 7:57 PM EDT
@JeremyDBond
Teach For America's mission: educational equity and excellence for all.
#edtechbridge
In reply to @JeremyDBond, @JeremyDBond
MomOfAllCapes
Apr 12 @ 7:58 PM EDT
LOVING all of this great discussion. Don't forget to answer Q8
#edtechbridge
EdTechBridge
- Moderator
Apr 12 @ 7:57 PM EDT
Q8. What free or low cost opportunities are available to increase student interest in technology? (Share examples)
#EdtechBridge
JeremyDBond
Apr 12 @ 7:58 PM EDT
Of course, but does working toward equity ever involve taking something away?
#EdTechBridge
In reply to @supervxn
WiseDad_Games
Apr 12 @ 7:58 PM EDT
A8: Sydney's World is free for all schools and educational use.
#edtechbridge
BlackRocketLLC
Apr 12 @ 7:58 PM EDT
Thanks for the invite! We hope to join and help bring our innovative approach to
#GBL
and
#gamedesign
to Ts in this community
#EdTechBridge
In reply to @MomOfAllCapes
MomOfAllCapes
Apr 12 @ 7:59 PM EDT
Yes. Love it. Check out
@Makerspaces_com
they're always sharing cool examples!
#EdtechBridge
MsWallRocks
Apr 12 @ 7:57 PM EDT
A7: Makerspaces bring STEM to life! We cycle back around to hands-on. Srsly, Ss motivation dsn't get better than
#makered
#edtechbridge
JeremyDBond
Apr 12 @ 7:59 PM EDT
That describes many missions!
#EdTechBridge
In reply to @WiseDad_Games
PledgeCents
Apr 12 @ 7:59 PM EDT
Thanks for another great chat,
#edtechbridge
! We're about to start
#PCeduchat
with
@SutoriApp
:) Hope 2 see some of u there!
MsWallRocks
Apr 12 @ 7:59 PM EDT
A8: Coding clubs. *drops mic*
#edtechbridge