#MdEdChat Archive
Maryland EdChat (#mdedchat) is a weekly discussion on Twitter that focuses on issues facing educators in the State of Maryland. Previous guests on the chat have included Todd Whitaker, Annette Breaux, Rick Wormeli, Dave Burgess, and Eric Sheninger. Participants have "attended" from Maryland, Iowa, Virginia, North Carolina, Georgia, Washington, Rhode Island, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Illinois, Kansas, Indiana, Alabama, Texas, California, and Arkansas.
Tuesday February 9, 2016
Here we go, welcome to .Today will be discussing Please take a moment and introduce yourself.
Hey everybody! Justin from Baltimore. 4th Grade Teacher Really excited to be here and for
I am Bob Sinclair, Principal of John Poole Middle School in Poolesville, MD. Excited to attend next week!
Hi guys! Justin from Frederick. 5th Grade Teacher and STEM Leader
Hi! Angie here from MSDE - I support PD across the state and a co-founder of So excited for Monday!
Ashley Link from Lansdowne Middle School. 7th grade social studies & GT/AA facilitator! Excited to be a part of a new chat tonight
Tracy Jeffcott media specialist at Somerset Elementary in excited to attend
Hi! I'm Julia Hill from . I am a math teacher and tech/instructional coach.
Hello All, I'm Casey from I'm a 3rd grade teacher!
Hi everyone! Valerie from Perry Hall.
Hey! Jaime from MSDE! It's my first Edcamp and I'm super excited to be part of such a great movement
Hi! I'm Kathy, an elementary Instructional Resource Teacher in Southern MD-- excited for both and !!!
To help everyone follow & participate in the chat, will use the Q and A format, be sure to start your answer with an A and include
Hi! Kristi from Frederick...
My first twitter chat! Shannon from Howard CTY schools, elementary instructional ed tchr
Kim from Carroll County. HS media
Awesome!!! Welcome, and enjoy!
Hello Fellow EdCampers! Susan from Frederick.
Hi! I'm Natalie from Baltmore. I teach ed tech
Get ready for a great hour , the first question is on the way
Hooray! Thank you joining us tonight! https://t.co/asnoPqmR2Q
My first twitter chat! Shannon from Howard CTY schools, elementary instructional ed tchr
Tonight we are excited to be talking about as we prepare for on 2/16
Q1: What does the movement mean to you?
Be sure to use so we can all see your answers!
Hello EdCampers! Kelli from Frederick Co.
A.1 allows me to personalize my PD and network. Grassroots- not coroporat-feeling
A1: I have never been to an but looking forward to the open concept of PD and learning from others
A1: The model inspires me to and be better as it promotes teacher voice and choice with topic and time
A1: to me the movement means taking a day to discuss best practice and challenges with colleagues to find support
To me the movement means everyone can be included in the conversation about teaching & learning w technology.
Lisa ELA Coach from Caroline County!! Can't wait for Monday!!
Meeting new colleagues, making great connections, and having the opportunity to learn new things
A1: EdCamps are authentic, relevant PD for Ts. Personalized learning for professionals.
I love Edcamps! Guerrilla PD!
A1: s have allowed me to choose my own professional learning&provide personalized learning options for teachers.
Personalized PD is such a powerful component of the movement
love the grassroots word choice. is organic and that promotes teacher growth
A1 great conversations, learning and no sage on the stage
A1: This will be my 1st . Excited to learn about this model as my Lit Spec. stated how much she loved it.
Hi ! Happy to be here tonight!
A1. is learning from other teachers, growing your PLN, and having a decision in how you want to grow professionally!
A1. Meeting new colleagues, making great connections, and having the opportunity to learn new things
Love seeing my peeps!!! Welcome Lynn
A1: A chance to collaborate, connect, learn a lot and share knowledge, but also be inspired by amazing teachers!
A1: I love that respects the knowledge of the room. I learn so much from the collective
Glad you will be experiencing your first next week at ! You have a lot to offer!!
A1: I have never attended but idea of personalized PD is incredible! We personalize lessons for Ss, we are Ss too!!!!
means that I get to choose what I want to learn based on what is best for my students.
A1: is really about PD that addresses my current needs-- in a collaborative forum
Iooking fwd to hearing what other counties in the state of MD are doing to integrate technology into content
A1- I love the chance to have leaders born, and also the idea is choice !
You're going to love it - I'm addicted!
Thank you that truly means a lot and looking forward to
Yes! Teachers are professionals and should be provided many options for learning. https://t.co/dj7PQ2RxpZ
A1: EdCamps are authentic, relevant PD for Ts. Personalized learning for professionals.
movement helps educators come together to learn and share things we are passionate about
A1: I also find the models provides a great time to reflect and realize the decisions we make daily are truly special
A1: EdCamp means that everyone gets what they need! True personalized pd.
A1- outside of the personalization, I love the ability to make connections and learn from colleagues from other systems
Love all the learning that takes place teacher to teacher. The room is smarter than any individual.
Very excited for you-- hope your first is as great as mine was at '15!
Glad you will be there Jill! LB knows what she is talking about. :)
A. I find I get motivated by listening to other professional's ideas. PD from others in the field is the best way to learn
A1 Edcamps are PD, but more truly they are a conversation.
A1- my first was and I absolutely loved it and learned soooo much!!
A1. s Staying ahead of the curve of PL so that when I'm planning for my group my ideas remain fresh.
Conversations can be very powerful! https://t.co/GWcBcIsQfR
A1 Edcamps are PD, but more truly they are a conversation.
Nothing beats learning from others who are passionate about what they do. Enthusiasm is contagious.
A1- the environment of an , no vendors, participant driven learning, relaxed, makes for an awesome learning environment
A1 Also love that anyone can be the expert-- we get to learn above and beyond a presentation; we learn from real experiences.
Yes! Recharging to stay fresh! https://t.co/gfybiL983y
A1. s Staying ahead of the curve of PL so that when I'm planning for my group my ideas remain fresh.
The connections made at have led to so many additional avenues for learning. Priceless!
A1 is learning WITH colleagues not just from them.
It's so important to stay ahead of the curve of PL to provide our Ss highly engaged learning environments
As a good man once said "the only expert in the room is the room" https://t.co/e41ANvgFl3
A1 Also love that anyone can be the expert-- we get to learn above and beyond a presentation; we learn from real experiences.
Q2- Many have mentioned personalization. How do you like to personalize your learning during an experience?
. Totally agree! The conversation allows for problem solving-- so valuable!
A.2 I like to meet up with like-minded people with different experiences and maybe similar outlooks. Learn from others
A2: Ask questions, be a part of the collective, and utilize the law of my two feet. Engagement in the process is key!
A2: I find sessions which have topics I'm not familiar with or only have a vague idea. The next session I try to do the opposite
Q2 I'm looking forward to experience personalizing my learning at my first EdCamp experience!
A2: I like the idea of learning from others who have real experience in the PL they are sharing
A2: I personalize my learning by sharing ideas, asking questions around my current challenges, and moving to another room .
. And those attending are there by choice. They're engaged & motivated to learn leading to awesome conversations!
A2 I love the come and go as you need options to personalize
A2 I believe in the law of 2 feet. Also will put stuff on the board that I want to learn about.
A2: Use the Google Docs to keep an eye on the conversation in other rooms if interested in multiple topics. Split time.
Q2 Start with a topic of interest and see where it goes-- usually somewhere pretty awesome!
A2: Looking forward to collaborating w/others and gathering new ideas/strategies to meet needs of my 5th graders and my K Ss.
A2- Attend sessions that I know nothing about and walk away feeling motivated and excited about amazing new ideas
Law of 2 feet for those who do not know, if the session does not meet your needs, move on to one that does https://t.co/rbTopvslto
A2 I believe in the law of 2 feet. Also will put stuff on the board that I want to learn about.
Q2 curious how the day will work, as this is the 4 me. Ready!
A2- By stepping out of my comfort zone and selecting sessions that will challenge my thinking and better my Ss
that's a great suggestion. I'll make sure to share that with too!
A2: I personalize my experience by suggesting sessions and choosing the sessions I want to go to. Love the 2 feet rule too!
Tech makes us better able to multi-task at EdCamps! Also follow the conversation on Twitter to learn.
Never been to but loving these responses!
Teachers are the experts! We don't need to rely on outside entities for PL. https://t.co/2hKOYovTS7
A2: I like the idea of learning from others who have real experience in the PL they are sharing
A2 connecting w/ people to continue the conversation after
It is so important to use those ideas you walk away with to enhance learning for Ss and Ts.
great point! following the back channel is a great way to learn! Also a great way to continue afterwards
Absolutely personalize by picking your topic & adding it to the board!
Hi I'm Mike from PG County
A2. I personalize my learning by suggesting or choosing topics that reflect my professional needs & the needs of those I support.
A2- I love to multi-task, so I following the discussion on Twitter through sessions and following the notes on the google docs
I've never been to an so I'm paying attention to all the tips I'm seeing.
Wow! this chat it rocking!!! Keep it up, Question 3 is on the way
I love the two feet rule!
I'm doing Southern MD. Are you doing Bmore?
A2: I love the opportunity to use the rule of two feet to move to the session that is most valuable for my learning
Don't be shy about putting your ideas on the board! This ensures that the day meets your needs. https://t.co/FxEnIjZBx2
A2 I believe in the law of 2 feet. Also will put stuff on the board that I want to learn about.
just googled Law of 2 Feet -- great concept
What is the two feet rule?
Be sure to use the so we can see all of your awesome thoughts and ideas tonight
Unfortunately we aren't physically going but will be following it on Twitter!
That is so true! I love to learn from teachers that are in the classroom and understand Ss the best!
. I love that I can follow along on Twitter & see notes for sessions I missed b/c there are so many great topics.
Q3: What topic(s) do you hope to learn more about from your collagues at ?
Great advice And participate in the smackdown! https://t.co/EUib4pJSJY
Don't be shy about putting your ideas on the board! This ensures that the day meets your needs. https://t.co/FxEnIjZBx2
A2 I believe in the law of 2 feet. Also will put stuff on the board that I want to learn about.
I will make sure to Tweet awesome resources for you then!
A.2 By capitalizing on time outside of the "formal" sessions by talking to people I don't know.
law of 2 feet = you stay as long as you want. No harm, no foul if you leave at any point.
If a room isn't meeting your needs, use your two feet to find the room that is best for you!
If a session is not meeting your needs, then you are encouraged to walk out & go to a new session. https://t.co/bxlY2SAbHa
What is the two feet rule?
A3: Going in with open mind for anything - but would love to learn new strategies to demonstrate close rdg & math pblm slvg
A3 information ethics, student run genius bars, integrating into the curriculum
Is there a schedule board for on the Eastern Shore?
I'm thinking about tech, multicultural experiences involving in Peru, and .
A3- Resources for differentiation, world cultures, & geography
A3 student engagement; EdTech best practices Instructional technology PD
Yes! A board overflowing with ideas offers so many more choices. https://t.co/aPnGaav6dt
Don't be shy about putting your ideas on the board! This ensures that the day meets your needs. https://t.co/FxEnIjZBx2
A2 I believe in the law of 2 feet. Also will put stuff on the board that I want to learn about.
It will be created that morning, based on the participant input and shared in a shared doc
A3: I really looking forward to learning about iPad applications, mission and vision statement writing, & FUN!
A3 I want to play at . Great cross-curricular game for all ages. I learned from
A3: I would love to learn more about gamifying education and creating a more Ss centered classroom
Q3: ed tech tools as well as lesson ideas to stimulate creativity
Genius Hour, special projects (unique "things" implemented by individual/school), developing content for flipped learning...& more
A3: Technology & truly anything that will benefit my Ss.
A3. I'm hoping to learn more about flipped Professional Development and how it's working in schools that are trying it
Just because you put two feet in the session, doesn't mean you can't go to another.
all Edcamps have a schedule board that is made that day by the participants. I love that we are brainstorming here!
A3: Universal Design for Learning, beginning stages thru expert stages. How that can be useful for collecting data w/the Ss.
A3: I want to learn how schools are creating personalized PD for teachers
it's a whole different culture than traditional conferences. I love it!
A3: I'm very interested in digital text as well as the latest & greatest in ed tech
Are you doing the MSDE book study on Flipped PD? https://t.co/x2F8OsGKML
A3. I'm hoping to learn more about flipped Professional Development and how it's working in schools that are trying it
Jamie, you should stop by the chat at the top of the hour for more ideas on flipped PD
it's so fun. I can send you an invite if you wanna check it out. Just join blue team lol.
A3 coding, robots, PD implentation for staff who are already overwhelmed by tching demands
A3. Curious to see what others are doing in different school systems. Would like to discuss student-centered classrooms & SAMR.
I would love to talk about tools
❤ ️seeing my MCPS colleagues learning with other edu professionals. - exhibiting standard V
A3: I would love to explore Google cardboard more
cool. Will send invite now. I can show you Thursday too. Are you on Voxer?
A3- using a in the , & how teachers are integrating in their classrooms
great point about different districts. We all have differences but we all are working for the same goal: KIDS!
A3- im an ed tech student of and and I want to learn techskills that apply k-12 & higher ed 😎
Building those connections throughout the state is so powerful!! https://t.co/HMwRTdc8cZ
A3. Curious to see what others are doing in different school systems. Would like to discuss student-centered classrooms & SAMR.
Can't wait to hear more with question 4!!! It is up next
A3. Also excited about the with ! That will be fun!
A4: Brain targeted teaching, implementing movement in the classroom, using twitter to unite communities, FUN
Blended learning and personalized instruction are initiatives in Worcester County so they're high on my list.
A3-I want to learn about using Chromebooks in the classroom and blended learning
Your connections start today, be sure you are following those you are learning with tonight
A.4 I want to share about online primary sources for US History and online tools. Love EdCamp Smackdowns
A4: I would be interested in sharing about coding resources such as that I use with my Ss to enhance learning
A3 Robots, MakeyMakey, and more.
So important! Do not let the conversation stop just because the Twitter Chat stops! https://t.co/oLJQrX2fPs
Your connections start today, be sure you are following those you are learning with tonight
A4: I won a year subscription to at the last and love this tech resource and so do my students!
Please do! I love mine but always want to learn more!
ways I have built excitement w/Ss & Ts when making tech/curr connections
A4: I'm willing to share about the verbal discourse in my room. Kids are doing amazing things in small group discussions.
I have an Afterschool Makey Makey club; we must connect
I would love to learn more about MakeyMakey!
Make sure you tweet your new learning! I'm interested in both but will be at the Western site.
A4. Streamlining instruction and making the most out of learning by involving Makerspace activities with Ss
A4 Interactive Ebooks. Using them in and out of school
A4. Looking forward to the media specialists coming together to see what we come up with to talk about! Tons to share.
A4. Always like sharing information about & how technology can facilitate the formative assessment process.
We are using Chromebooks in many classrooms across Wor. Co. to create blended learning environments.
Sounds good. After school.
A4: Newsela as a resource for digital texts, other technology, professional resources, looking forward to collaboration
Already learning stuff tonight! Just wait until Monday's
A4 hoping there will be conversations about Universal Design for Learning!
Awesome. I will have to remember to pack and charge the tiny robots.
it would be so amazing to do a MD Media Edcamp!
Woot Woot! Maryland Educators rock - they do not even wait until the event! https://t.co/qdlIcsN5xM
Already learning stuff tonight! Just wait until Monday's
A4 student led discussions
Michael specialist joining late. Kids in bed and a blazing.
Continue to use the and to continue the conversation throughout the week, at the event, and beyond
A4: flipped dept meeting using and video/screencasts
which site will you all be at? Pop up makerspace?
Hoping that there is Makey Makey discussion at South-- it came into my Robotics club tonight!
Used MakeyMakey with my Pre-K students and others.
Every location will have a MakerSpace thanks to https://t.co/sRdoCN53qn
which site will you all be at? Pop up makerspace?
Is Brain targeted teaching similar to whole brain teaching?
Got too into reading the amazing thread, here comes Q5
I'm curious to know how other schools are blending instruction in their CTE classes.
I was wondering the same thing. The topic picked my interest.
A4 - PreK robots - , in conjunction w/ other topics.
I've never met a blended learning specialist before! Intrigued!
awesome! Do you know what will be there?
Must remember my robots ...
A.5 Get your phones out of your face and talk with people
Each location will have a different "maker" opportunity. https://t.co/mbS5VH3QEA
awesome! Do you know what will be there?
A5 do not come in prepared to present something, but come ready to discuss a topic. Everyone is a presenter.
A5: Connect with others and follow them online to learn the amazing things they do
A5 Remember that it's a conversation, not a presentation. I made that mistake my first time lol.
A3: Would love a at > some tools
A5: If you are new to Twitter, go to the Twitter 101 session. Be friendly and make friends!
Everyone throwing in their 2 cents will be worth $1 milion of aha moments. I'll also be presenting at CG16
will there be a list of resources ahead of time?
A5: Trust your passions and use them to guide the sessions you choose. If you aren't into it, you won't learn as much.
I will be helping out at the Maker section at the Frederick location! Pop in and say hi! https://t.co/PTURRr7MAC
Each location will have a different "maker" opportunity. https://t.co/mbS5VH3QEA
awesome! Do you know what will be there?
A5: Bring your device power cord! ;) Be engaged, be open, but it's okay to take at your own pace. It's about your PD needs.
A5: Jump right into the experience, don't hesitate to add to the Schedule Board, & move to the session that is best for you
come check out , it is hopping tonight about
As teaching and learning should be. My students know I can call on anyone at any time.
That sounds awesome. Any resource you can share would be appreciated
A5. Don't be afraid to use the rule of 2 feet! Don't be afraid to contribute to the conversation. We all have something to share.
My students (5th) grade would rock this.
A5: Love this advice. Great questions for those of us who have never attended before.
Tee hee, it sounds almost exotic when you put it that way. The simplest way to explain it is . . .
A5 EdCamp will be what you make of it. Be an active participant & bring an open mind!
Resources will be created onsite by participants. =) https://t.co/EVsQL3pook
will there be a list of resources ahead of time?
Maybe even an extra battery for your IOS device?
A5- it helps to make sure you have a google account
In the makerspace? We bring our own?
A5- Go for it all! You can go in and out of sessions as you want. It's worth it to stay until the end!
Great advice! https://t.co/NpFShjMjXL
A5. Don't be afraid to use the rule of 2 feet! Don't be afraid to contribute to the conversation. We all have something to share.
yessss!!! Omg you should come to on 5/7, and invite your students too!
A5- Be sure to BE A PARTICIPANT, do not be passive, actively engage, learn, collaborate, and collect
A5: advice: Write Twitter handle on nametag. Don't be shy about moving sessions. Take notes & review them next day
. . . is that I faithfully "translate" in-person into online & forms.
These aren't tech students - just discussions about
QUESTION what to bring? iPhone, iPad, Chromebook all? https://t.co/M3PAK6eoTx
A5- Be sure to BE A PARTICIPANT, do not be passive, actively engage, learn, collaborate, and collect
Great advice. I can't wait to be actively engaged with other educators in Frederick.
Thanks for that advice. I could easily become overwhelmed and feel like I'm missing out on something.
okay, amazingly we are almost at the end of the hour already, Q6 is coming up quick
that's ok, we love them all!
A5 if you are new to Twitter, "break your egg" with a picture so that people in your sessions can easily follow you!
Resources will be available onsite for the Maker-space. https://t.co/0ojvj8NELs
In the makerspace? We bring our own?
Q6: Been discussing this, but how can we encourage follow-up & continu conversations after ? https://t.co/txHV9OFb68
One that can hold the best charge, go online, and type into Google Docs. https://t.co/BM9ExRGSvd
QUESTION what to bring? iPhone, iPad, Chromebook all? https://t.co/M3PAK6eoTx
A5- Be sure to BE A PARTICIPANT, do not be passive, actively engage, learn, collaborate, and collect
Hope you'll join to discuss in a few minutes
A5. Revisit session notes pages & Twitter feed for . Even if you didn't attend the sessions, you can still learn!
A6 One of the important things is to build our PLNs thru the EdCamp, so we are all continuing to talk & learn from each other
A6: Use twitter during the event and follow others. Then join and shameless plug Weds 9-10pm https://t.co/k2VQEJbPGS
I felt overwhelmed my first time... ok to just take it in and be a listener.
A6 Involve students & classes in other districts will develop. Otherwise may become more work for us.
So true, be sure to build your PLN tonight, follow those you are learning from! https://t.co/kyQf6UXkba
A6 One of the important things is to build our PLNs thru the EdCamp, so we are all continuing to talk & learn from each other
I'm a former bilingual elem teacher but I now focus on adult-facing blended .
A6 connect through Twitter, meet up weekly with
Depending on what you want to do. I like iPads in the classroom
A6- Stay connected to the teachers you meet. The learning doesn't have to stop at the end of get everyone's info
Great idea! Move beyond connecting with each other and connect your classrooms! https://t.co/CTSKxaNRgV
A6 Involve students & classes in other districts will develop. Otherwise may become more work for us.
Agree 100%, we need to make sure that we are persistent about continuing to move forward, grow and develop https://t.co/Q7kGTaWhXG
A6: Good question because we are really good at introducing new things but not so good at sustaining new skills.
Great reminder! I turned PLN acquaintances into friends last year because of broken Twitter eggs! https://t.co/7GbKYBHJNu
A5 if you are new to Twitter, "break your egg" with a picture so that people in your sessions can easily follow you!
A6: make a PLN voxer group who have similar interest; try to do a collab project with a new colleague
Great idea! Hopefully I'll remember to do that.
now I have to goggle what maker space is...so far behind!
Learned about whole brain in the fall. Tried it &I worked well
A6- It's also nice to take group notes to share on a Google Doc! You can all add to and edit later on!
A6 Pace yourself. Don't worry about doing everything, before, during, after. Fail.
A6- Aside from interacting online, a bunch of us organized a coffee meet-up six months later
Yes, these should be set up by site on the website, so that we can all learn from each other! https://t.co/ihMFI4CsBs
A6- It's also nice to take group notes to share on a Google Doc! You can all add to and edit later on!
Pick 2 or 3 new things/skills to implement this year. Track the rest.
What an awesome state and group of educators we have!!! Looking forward to collaborating
A6. Get involved in Twitter discussions and make lots of new friends from all over MD that can share innovative and new ideas
would love an invite to the next one 😉
A6: live on after sessions have ended. With newly-improved comment notifications, collaboration can continue.
A6. Streghthen the connections you make sharing & communicating throughout the school year. Bounce ideas off of each other.
I want to take a minute to thank and MSDE for the great vision and support with
A6.Follow up ea mos w/Docs from ea region as a deep dive during edchat.Break it into 4 mos? Or find like topics across the regions
I also want to thank them for allowing me to moderate such a powerful and informative
A6 Did my first . Wanted to over last 3 yrs. Too much going on. Things can wait. Tech is always changing
A6:I'm hoping & (and others) blog about their experience! & that periscopes!
Thanks for a great chat! As we look to keep going note we will have a post . We will discuss life after on March 15th.
And we want to thank you for being an amazing moderator! It take a village to make our state awesome! https://t.co/B0HVZZV4AD
I want to take a minute to thank and MSDE for the great vision and support with
You can count on it! https://t.co/K5TR6O4il0
A6:I'm hoping & (and others) blog about their experience! & that periscopes!
Eastern Shore, let's do this!!! https://t.co/OUxv4nq2nS
A6- Aside from interacting online, a bunch of us organized a coffee meet-up six months later
Please take a moment to Thank He did wonderful tonight! Keep the discussion moving all week
When you grow as a professional, students will grow too! Thank you for all you do!
Thank you for moderating a great learning experience tonight. Can't wait for on Monday!!!
Thanks for a great ! Looking forward to continuing the learning on M
Yes! Would love to read blogs from each of the sites. Definitely need one from too! https://t.co/WRpFJtXY1j
A6:I'm hoping & (and others) blog about their experience! & that periscopes!
thanks so much! Same here. Are you going this year? Also, what location of will you be?
It was my pleasure Hope to meet many of you Monday and to continue to connect with others online!!!
It was my pleasure Hope to meet many of you Monday and to continue to connect with others online!!!
Thank you for getting us ready for -- I'm fired up and ready to learn and collaborate! https://t.co/fcNYmZt03z
I also want to thank them for allowing me to moderate such a powerful and informative
Thanks ! Excited to learn together Monday.
Thanks for a great ! Looking forward to continuing the learning on Monday at .
So energizing! Really great!
