#fearlessedchat Archive
The chat topics vary week to week, but they all focus on trying new things and not being afraid to fail, since that is how we learn.
Wednesday September 20, 2017
8:30 PM EDT
participatechat
Sep 20 @ 8:30 PM EDT
Participate in the upcoming
#fearlessedchat
by sharing resources and collaborating at
https://t.co/A9o3VMaXmJ
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 8:30 PM EDT
alllllllright
#fearlessedchat
let's get this MAGIC flowing! Who are you, where are you, what do you do? Favorite HP book/movie?
ReadforCupcakes
Sep 20 @ 8:31 PM EDT
Caren, Library Teacher, North Carolina...Have to admit I haven't read a single HP book!!
#fearlessedchat
Stuczynski_ELA
Sep 20 @ 8:31 PM EDT
Head on over to
#fearlessedchat
for more magical fun!
Stuczynski_ELA
Sep 20 @ 8:31 PM EDT
That's it for tonight... the Hogwarts Express has left the building. Thanks for participating! Snaps go out to
@BatkiewiczK
#122edchat
MrMac_Walker
Sep 20 @ 8:32 PM EDT
Great chat all. Let's keep the good times rolling over at
#fearlessedchat
#122edchat
_on11
Sep 20 @ 8:32 PM EDT
Give it up for
@BatkiewiczK
+
@Stuczynski_ELA
for hosting
#122edchat
tonight! HOLLA! Job well done. Now get over to
#fearlessedchat
. Do it.
megan_hacholski
Sep 20 @ 8:33 PM EDT
Megan, 8th Science, Chicago!
#fearlessedchat
MrMac_Walker
Sep 20 @ 8:33 PM EDT
Rob 4th math science, tx. Goblet of fire is where I fell in love
#fearlessedchat
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 8:33 PM EDT
Ryan Miller here to mod
#fearlessedchat
and I'm a 6th ELAR/SS teacher in Prosper, TX. I LOVE all HP..but any scene with McGonagall is fave
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 8:34 PM EDT
Oh the Triwizard Tournament...I still get edge of my seat with it every time!
#fearlessedchat
In reply to @MrMac_Walker
Suremrsgordon
Sep 20 @ 8:34 PM EDT
Angela Chicago suburb, MS science teacher! Hello!
#fearlessedchat
DMooreSpanish
Sep 20 @ 8:34 PM EDT
Danielle 7th 8th grade Spanish T from Chicago. Fave book and movie is the half blood prince!
#fearlessedchat
_on11
Sep 20 @ 8:35 PM EDT
Hey
#fearlessedchat
. Might be in and out. Bedtimes. Michael A. STEM Facilitator with
@SmartLab_tweets
for
@Simmonsknights1
.
_on11
Sep 20 @ 8:35 PM EDT
Never too late.
#fearlessedchat
is on NOW.
In reply to @MrsAbuRabah
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 8:36 PM EDT
Q1 will be apparating to
#fearlessedchat
in just a moment!
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 8:36 PM EDT
*Crack* Here it is! Q1 for
#fearlessedchat
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 8:37 PM EDT
Solid defense lol my "to read" list is literally a mile long.
#fearlessedchat
In reply to @ReadforCupcakes
ReadforCupcakes
Sep 20 @ 8:37 PM EDT
Such a good Q1!
#fearlessedchat
megan_hacholski
Sep 20 @ 8:37 PM EDT
A1: Make them feel like they're at home. My room is their room. Conversations about real life help them relax.
#fearlessedchat
MrMac_Walker
Sep 20 @ 8:38 PM EDT
A1 Start with greeting every kiddo as soon as I see them. Manners, just like every other action, are contagious
#fearlessedchat
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 8:36 PM EDT
*Crack* Here it is! Q1 for
#fearlessedchat
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 8:38 PM EDT
It is important for them to not feel like guests but like it is theirs too!
#fearlessedchat
In reply to @megan_hacholski
_on11
Sep 20 @ 8:38 PM EDT
A1: A huge smile, fist bump and lots of energy from the minute they walk through the door unitl they leave.
#fearlessedchat
ReadforCupcakes
Sep 20 @ 8:38 PM EDT
A1: It starts with the relationships you build with each Ss. You get to know them, their personalities, their quirks!
#fearlessedchat
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 8:39 PM EDT
A1: I let them make posters and hang them around my room. They range from academic to "I like Pizza" but it is theirs.
#fearlessedchat
_on11
Sep 20 @ 8:39 PM EDT
A1.2: Make them feel valued. I ask, "Would I want to be here if I were a kid?"
#fearlessedchat
BrianJurinek
Sep 20 @ 8:39 PM EDT
A1: Building relationships by taking time to get to know your students. What are their interests?
#fearlessedchat
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 8:39 PM EDT
it is ALL about the relationship! AMEN
#fearlessedchat
ReadforCupcakes
Sep 20 @ 8:38 PM EDT
A1: It starts with the relationships you build with each Ss. You get to know them, their personalities, their quirks!
#fearlessedchat
robinwellshick1
Sep 20 @ 8:39 PM EDT
A1 pre emptive seating, modeling words of mediation and accountability, pushing appropriate convo.Stopping when necessary
#fearlessedchat
_on11
Sep 20 @ 8:40 PM EDT
Come on
@Flood1Tracy
and
@dsimpsonsimmons
,
#fearlessedchat
, now.
MrMac_Walker
Sep 20 @ 8:40 PM EDT
Learn to LOVE and VALUE those quirks!! Not everyone will!
#fearlessedchat
ReadforCupcakes
Sep 20 @ 8:38 PM EDT
A1: It starts with the relationships you build with each Ss. You get to know them, their personalities, their quirks!
#fearlessedchat
DMooreSpanish
Sep 20 @ 8:40 PM EDT
A1 Every classroom should feel special. When Ss walk in they should feel like good
#fearlessedchat
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 8:40 PM EDT
Oooo I love this! knowing when to stop or back off is def. a skill to hone!
#fearlessedchat
In reply to @robinwellshick1
MrMac_Walker
Sep 20 @ 8:40 PM EDT
Literally how I try to run my classroom and reflect on my day.
#fearlessedchat
_on11
Sep 20 @ 8:39 PM EDT
A1.2: Make them feel valued. I ask, "Would I want to be here if I were a kid?"
#fearlessedchat
Suremrsgordon
Sep 20 @ 8:40 PM EDT
A1 We're a team with a foundation built on respect!
#fearlessedchat
megan_hacholski
Sep 20 @ 8:41 PM EDT
Love this!
@VMarinakos121
and I just talked about this at the end of the day
#fearlessedchat
In reply to @MrMac_Walker, @VMarinakos121
BrianJurinek
Sep 20 @ 8:41 PM EDT
A1: Showing support for things they are involved in by attending a concert, school play, or sporting event.
#fearlessedchat
ReadforCupcakes
Sep 20 @ 8:41 PM EDT
A1: I treat them the way I would like to be treated! .
#fearlessedchat
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 8:41 PM EDT
Q2 for
#fearlessedchat
will swoop in with the owls soon!
_on11
Sep 20 @ 8:41 PM EDT
These small investments go such a long way.
#fearlessedchat
BrianJurinek
Sep 20 @ 8:41 PM EDT
A1: Showing support for things they are involved in by attending a concert, school play, or sporting event.
#fearlessedchat
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 8:41 PM EDT
Yes! They see that you care beyond your room, and it means SO much to them!
#fearlessedchat
In reply to @BrianJurinek
joemacchia
Sep 20 @ 8:42 PM EDT
A1. Have them leave it at the door. Writing an index card about what they want to leave behind before they enter.
#fearlessedchat
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 8:42 PM EDT
Owl Mail! Q2 is here for
#fearlessedchat
MrMac_Walker
Sep 20 @ 8:42 PM EDT
Love this! I have a great time going to my kids games and I wish my teachers would have done that
#fearlessedchat
BrianJurinek
Sep 20 @ 8:41 PM EDT
A1: Showing support for things they are involved in by attending a concert, school play, or sporting event.
#fearlessedchat
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 8:43 PM EDT
Oh I love this! It is freeing for them, information for you, and calming for all!
#fearlessedchat
In reply to @joemacchia
robinwellshick1
Sep 20 @ 8:43 PM EDT
A2 newsela, kahhot,
#fearlessedchat
MrMac_Walker
Sep 20 @ 8:43 PM EDT
A2
@Flipgrid
@YouTube
@Flocabulary
by a mile
#fearlessedchat
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 8:42 PM EDT
Owl Mail! Q2 is here for
#fearlessedchat
_on11
Sep 20 @ 8:44 PM EDT
A2:
@Flipgrid
,
@Flipgrid
, and
@Flipgrid
.
#fearlessedchat
ReadforCupcakes
Sep 20 @ 8:44 PM EDT
A2: Hmmm..hard one! I love so many!
@nearpod
@flipgrid
& my sound system & stage combo!
#fearlessedchat
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 8:44 PM EDT
Ohhhh we just got a free full trial for the district to flocabulary and I am IN LOVE
#fearlessedchat
In reply to @MrMac_Walker, @Flipgrid, @YouTube, @Flocabulary
megan_hacholski
Sep 20 @ 8:44 PM EDT
A2:
@YouTube
,
@EDpuzzle
,
@scratch
.
#fearlessedchat
_on11
Sep 20 @ 8:45 PM EDT
A2.2: Honestly, the
@SmartLab_tweets
setup is money. Love teaching in Disneyland every day.
@scratch
is also essential.
#fearlessedchat
Flood1Tracy
Sep 20 @ 8:45 PM EDT
Tracy-Principal from Oak Lawn. I love the Sandlot!
#fearlessedchat
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 8:30 PM EDT
alllllllright
#fearlessedchat
let's get this MAGIC flowing! Who are you, where are you, what do you do? Favorite HP book/movie?
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 8:45 PM EDT
A2:
@Flipgrid
@canva
@MackinVIA
(last one is a bit of cheat since it has so many other tools inside lol)
#fearlessedchat
GPearceWSD
Sep 20 @ 8:45 PM EDT
YouTube yes! I can't believe this did not exist when I was in school.
#fearlessedchat
In reply to @megan_hacholski, @YouTube, @EDpuzzle, @scratch
theedpodcast
Sep 20 @ 8:46 PM EDT
#fearlessedchat
A2: determination, flexibility, and relationships.
Suremrsgordon
Sep 20 @ 8:46 PM EDT
A3 Three tools- timer to help with pacing- comfortable seating and lighting- many many pencils!
#fearlessedchat
theedpodcast
Sep 20 @ 8:46 PM EDT
#fearlessedchat
Shane joining late from AB Canada. Teacher and education podcaster.
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 8:46 PM EDT
Well...that one wins tweet of the night...right?
#fearlessedchat
theedpodcast
Sep 20 @ 8:46 PM EDT
#fearlessedchat
A2: determination, flexibility, and relationships.
DMooreSpanish
Sep 20 @ 8:46 PM EDT
A2
@quizlet
@EDpuzzle
@goformative
@Flipgrid
#fearlessedchat
#icheated
MrMac_Walker
Sep 20 @ 8:47 PM EDT
SOCIAL STDIES CURRENT EVENT WEEK IN REVIEW RYAN. DO IT. My kids LOVED it last week
#fearlessedchat
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 8:44 PM EDT
Ohhhh we just got a free full trial for the district to flocabulary and I am IN LOVE
#fearlessedchat
In reply to @MrMac_Walker, @Flipgrid, @YouTube, @Flocabulary
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 8:47 PM EDT
OKAY! Lol I will add it to the plans!
#fearlessedchat
In reply to @MrMac_Walker
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 8:47 PM EDT
Q3 will be popping in by floo powder in just a moment for
#fearlessedchat
_on11
Sep 20 @ 8:48 PM EDT
Jump on in for
#fearlessedchat
. Happening now!
#kidsdeserveit
at 8.
In reply to @punkrocklib, @Stuczynski_ELA, @BatkiewiczK
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 8:48 PM EDT
A3 is here for
#fearlessedchat
What makes you...you?
megan_hacholski
Sep 20 @ 8:49 PM EDT
A3: Willingness to try anything & take lessons where they're meant to go, not where I've written them to go.
#fearlessedchat
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 8:50 PM EDT
A3: Being the guinea pig and getting down on the kids level. I am a giant kid in everyday life...so yea its the same lol
#fearlessedchat
DMooreSpanish
Sep 20 @ 8:50 PM EDT
A3 always trying new things in order to make learning less daunting, strong relationships and lots of laughs
#fearlessedchat
_on11
Sep 20 @ 8:51 PM EDT
A3: A heart that is bigger than his brain. Sometimes emotions get in the way of common sense.
#fearlessedchat
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 8:48 PM EDT
A3 is here for
#fearlessedchat
What makes you...you?
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 8:51 PM EDT
I wish they were called lesson guides and not plans...plans sounds so...final.
#fearlessedchat
In reply to @megan_hacholski
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 8:51 PM EDT
but it is part of what makes you such an amazing educator and PLN member.
#fearlessedchat
In reply to @_on11
robinwellshick1
Sep 20 @ 8:51 PM EDT
A# I don't one. I like the freedom of being open and adaptable. I do not have one personally either
#fearlessedchat
ReadforCupcakes
Sep 20 @ 8:51 PM EDT
A3: I see the Ss as individuals, not test scores, not ieps, just mini humans that want to be engaged and loved!
#fearlessedchat
Flood1Tracy
Sep 20 @ 8:51 PM EDT
A3- Hopefully its my ability to laugh at myself and share laughs with T's and S's each day.
#fearlessedchat
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 8:48 PM EDT
A3 is here for
#fearlessedchat
What makes you...you?
_on11
Sep 20 @ 8:51 PM EDT
Love you, Ryan.
#fearlessedchat
In reply to @rlmiller137
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 8:52 PM EDT
get ready! Q4 will be here before you can say Quidditch!
#fearlessedchat
theedpodcast
Sep 20 @ 8:52 PM EDT
#fearlessedchat
A3: probably humor and stupid songs that I make up.
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 8:53 PM EDT
Told you so! Q4 is here for
#fearlessedchat
Suremrsgordon
Sep 20 @ 8:53 PM EDT
A3 I feel lucky to truly love what I teach- science! It's part of everything so it doesn't stop when I get home!
#fearlessedchat
MrMac_Walker
Sep 20 @ 8:54 PM EDT
A3 Loud and ready to learn new things. Same for the rest of my life really
#fearlessedchat
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 8:48 PM EDT
A3 is here for
#fearlessedchat
What makes you...you?
ReadforCupcakes
Sep 20 @ 8:54 PM EDT
A3: And I'm awesomely fun, and they get to do all this cool stuff in library class just because Mrs. Long is a nerd!
#fearlessedchat
megan_hacholski
Sep 20 @ 8:54 PM EDT
A4: Show Ss that what they're learning can help CHANGE the world. 8th graders esp. understand & are inspired by that idea.
#fearlessedchat
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 8:54 PM EDT
What? You're loud? Nah....
#fearlessedchat
In reply to @MrMac_Walker
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 8:55 PM EDT
A4: It is important so there is a "why" behind the "what" we do in school.
#fearlessedchat
_on11
Sep 20 @ 8:55 PM EDT
A4: There is so much more than what is happening in our class, school, or community. Global connectivity is essential.
#fearlessedchat
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 8:53 PM EDT
Told you so! Q4 is here for
#fearlessedchat
MrMac_Walker
Sep 20 @ 8:56 PM EDT
A4 The end goal are productive thoughtful adults who are able to critically think in the REAL WORLD.
#fearlessedchat
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 8:53 PM EDT
Told you so! Q4 is here for
#fearlessedchat
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 8:56 PM EDT
WOW the time flew by! Last Q will be up in 1 minute...and it is my favorite!
#fearlessedchat
joemacchia
Sep 20 @ 8:57 PM EDT
A4.
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_on11
Sep 20 @ 8:57 PM EDT
A4.2: If you are trying to develop Ss that can be successful in the global economy, why wouldn't we build bridges out?
#fearlessedchat
DMooreSpanish
Sep 20 @ 8:57 PM EDT
A4 If you arent making connections there really is no point. The world can teach Ss just as much as we can. We have 2use it
#fearlessedchat
Flood1Tracy
Sep 20 @ 8:57 PM EDT
Sometimes students need to be led to the why and sometimes they provide it and remind us!
#fearlessedchat
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 8:53 PM EDT
Told you so! Q4 is here for
#fearlessedchat
ReadforCupcakes
Sep 20 @ 8:57 PM EDT
A4: Ss need to see what they are learning and doing will have an impact on their future!
#authentic
#fearlessedchat
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 8:58 PM EDT
the final Q is here for
#fearlessedchat
tonight! I love you guys! ALWAYS ;-)
theedpodcast
Sep 20 @ 8:58 PM EDT
#fearlessedchat
A4: Our classrooms ARE the real world. The less disparity btwn class and world, the better!
Suremrsgordon
Sep 20 @ 8:58 PM EDT
A4 S's "light up" when they connect learning to their lives! It'a essential!
#fearlessedchat
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 8:58 PM EDT
YEs! I don't know how many times I hear "when will I use this?" When? I'll show you!
#fearlessedchat
In reply to @ReadforCupcakes
_on11
Sep 20 @ 8:58 PM EDT
Love this. Helping kids recognize that their voice matters NOW, and not just when they are gainfully employed.
#fearlessedchat
In reply to @megan_hacholski
megan_hacholski
Sep 20 @ 8:59 PM EDT
A5: Stop trying to make things perfect. Let the Ss do the majority of the talking. Relax. Have FUN.
#fearlessedchat
theedpodcast
Sep 20 @ 8:59 PM EDT
#fearlessedchat
A5: Hey first year teacher me - calm down! Relax
GPearceWSD
Sep 20 @ 8:59 PM EDT
A4) Ss have a hard time seeing the relevance of skills that we spend so much time on in school. Ss see problems differently
#fearlessedchat
MrMac_Walker
Sep 20 @ 8:59 PM EDT
If we don't build the bridge to the real world w/Ss, Ss Will find other not necessarily reputable places to fill that void
#fearlessedchat
DMooreSpanish
Sep 20 @ 8:57 PM EDT
A4 If you arent making connections there really is no point. The world can teach Ss just as much as we can. We have 2use it
#fearlessedchat
DMooreSpanish
Sep 20 @ 9:00 PM EDT
A5 don't take on to much. And if a P and Ss invite you to dinner always go!
#fearlessedchat
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 9:00 PM EDT
A5: You will NOT get EVERYTHING done. It is okay! Breathe!
#fearlessedchat
ReadforCupcakes
Sep 20 @ 9:00 PM EDT
A5: Lighten up! Don't sweat the small stuff, & worry about what is important!
#fearlessedchat
Oh! And kill you co-workers with kindness!
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 9:00 PM EDT
This is so true. I would so rather me be their window and bridge than some of the other places I see them looking
#fearlessedchat
In reply to @MrMac_Walker
MrMac_Walker
Sep 20 @ 9:01 PM EDT
A5 Build the relationship, the rest will come. Yes the other stuff really can wait.
#fearlessedchat
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 8:58 PM EDT
the final Q is here for
#fearlessedchat
tonight! I love you guys! ALWAYS ;-)
joemacchia
Sep 20 @ 9:01 PM EDT
A5.
#fearlessedchat
megan_hacholski
Sep 20 @ 9:01 PM EDT
A5B: Don't be afraid of parents.
#fearlessedchat
rlmiller137
- Moderator
Sep 20 @ 9:02 PM EDT
#Fearlessedchat
and
#122edchat
this has truly been a magical night! Thank you for all you do for students and your PLN!
Suremrsgordon
Sep 20 @ 9:03 PM EDT
A5 If S's are engaged, slow it down and let it all sink in!
#fearlessedchat
DMooreSpanish
Sep 20 @ 9:04 PM EDT
Thanks
@rlmiller137
#fearlessedchat
Theres nothing like a chat with a theme!
Suremrsgordon
Sep 20 @ 9:05 PM EDT
Thank you!
#Fearlessedchat
GMcKinney2
Sep 20 @ 9:20 PM EDT
#fearlessedchat
and
#122edchat
both rocking
#HarryPotter
themes tonight? And I missed them BOTH??