#SwivlChat Archive
#SwivlChat is a discussion for educators and administrators on using Swivl hardware and software tools to improve whole class performance.
Wednesday March 8, 2017
6:00 PM EST
goswivl
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 6:00 PM EST
Welcome to
#SwivlChat
! Let's get started!
#edchat
goswivl
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 6:01 PM EST
Q1 Introduce yourself, tell us where you are, and what you do.
#SwivlChat
#edchat
ATCoachPost
Mar 8 @ 6:01 PM EST
A1: Yvonne Post, Elementary Academic Technology Coach for
@NISD
in San Antonio, TX &
#swivl
Pioneer!
#swivlchat
In reply to @NISD
donovanscience
Mar 8 @ 6:01 PM EST
A1 Patrick Donovan, tech integration specialist from Ames, IA.
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MarkoMarkolovic
Mar 8 @ 6:02 PM EST
Getting ready for
#swivlchat
and getting some work done.
#pilotvanishingpoint
#ipadpro
baronfig…
https://t.co/p909xL2Jjj
carmen_emints
Mar 8 @ 6:03 PM EST
Carmen in Missouri from eMINTS National Center, Instructional Tech Specialist
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dontbegrellous
Mar 8 @ 6:03 PM EST
A1: Brandon Grell, Secondary Academic Tech Coach, San Antonio TX, was lvl 25 in PokemonGo last August
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DrKChilds
Mar 8 @ 6:04 PM EST
Kris; Lubbock, Tx; Asst Prof of STEM
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EmilyMerritt
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 6:04 PM EST
A1: Emily Merritt in Menlo Park, CA here! User Success Manager at Swivl, super stoked for
#SwivlChat
:)
EmilyMerritt
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 6:04 PM EST
@dontbegrellous
you've got me beat! I just hit lvl 20
#SwivlChat
In reply to @dontbegrellous, @dontbegrellous
MarkoMarkolovic
Mar 8 @ 6:05 PM EST
A1: Marko Markolovic, Social Studies Teacher at Blind Brook HS.
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MiaLMorrison
Mar 8 @ 6:05 PM EST
A1 Mia Morrison - tech integrator in central Maine
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Excited to leverage multi device observations with Ss and Ts both!
goswivl
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 6:06 PM EST
Q2 Where did you first learn about Swivl?
#SwivlChat
#edchat
dontbegrellous
Mar 8 @ 6:06 PM EST
maybe someday you can be a Pro+ Trainer lol
#swivlchat
In reply to @EmilyMerritt
dutto1923
Mar 8 @ 6:06 PM EST
#swivlchat
Bethany Dutton film and IT teacher in Cairns,Australia
donovanscience
Mar 8 @ 6:06 PM EST
A2 I saw some tweets about it and my boss had the kickstarter version, been a big fan since.
#SwivlChat
MiaLMorrison
Mar 8 @ 6:07 PM EST
A2 We’ve been using SWIVL’s for a few years now, but advancing to multi device or multi marker ohs will be awesome!
#SwivlChat
ATCoachPost
Mar 8 @ 6:07 PM EST
A2: I first learned about
@goswivl
from my colleague
@dontbegrellous
. Got hooked right away!
#swivlchat
In reply to @goswivl, @dontbegrellous
MarkoMarkolovic
Mar 8 @ 6:07 PM EST
Q2: Not sure. Maybe from Kickstarter. I love the robot.
#SwivlChat
#edchat
Alliebcbe
Mar 8 @ 6:07 PM EST
Allie from Alabama, Instructional Transformation specialist
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carmen_emints
Mar 8 @ 6:07 PM EST
A2: Saw the Swivl at the
#METC
conference a few years ago. It intrigued me and I asked for one as part of a grant
#swivlchat
bigtechcoach
Mar 8 @ 6:07 PM EST
A2: I'm a geek, so I've known about it for a while. I won a Swivl at an
#EdCamp
but have used them for years
#SwivlChat
DrKChilds
Mar 8 @ 6:08 PM EST
A2: Two of my colleagues were using them for student teacher observations. I thought it looked pretty cool & was quickly hooked
#swivlchat
goswivl
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 6:06 PM EST
Q2 Where did you first learn about Swivl?
#SwivlChat
#edchat
Jyoung1219
Mar 8 @ 6:08 PM EST
Hi
#SwivlChat
. Joe, Math & STEAM Coach from Palo Alto, CA, joining in for my first time. Excited to possibly join Pioneer Program too.
MiaLMorrison
Mar 8 @ 6:08 PM EST
A2 I saw it being used at a conference and then wrote a grant to get 2 for my school
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bigtechcoach
Mar 8 @ 6:08 PM EST
@Alliebcbe
I'm Alabama too! Baldwin County, I'm guessing?
#SwivlChat
In reply to @Alliebcbe, @Alliebcbe
Alliebcbe
Mar 8 @ 6:08 PM EST
@goswivl
was a tool introduced to me by my department coordinator
#swivlchat
In reply to @goswivl
dontbegrellous
Mar 8 @ 6:10 PM EST
A2: Got a hold of one by accident, just happened to be looking for a better way to record in the classroom
#swivlchat
Jyoung1219
Mar 8 @ 6:10 PM EST
A1: First learned of
@goswivl
from
@nancypang7
after she attended ISTE and purchased a unit for PAUSD.
#swivlchat
In reply to @goswivl, @nancypang7
goswivl
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 6:06 PM EST
Q2 Where did you first learn about Swivl?
#SwivlChat
#edchat
donovanscience
Mar 8 @ 6:11 PM EST
A2.2 I was also luck to be part of the Swivl Pioneers a few years ago so we have been using them a lot since.
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goswivl
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 6:12 PM EST
Q3 How do you use Swivl?
#SwivlChat
#edchat
teachercrandall
Mar 8 @ 6:12 PM EST
Jennifer Crandall from Bristol-Warren Regional Schools in RI- joining a bit late..
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Jyoung1219
Mar 8 @ 6:12 PM EST
A2cont: Then got to play with
@goswivl
at workshop & then discuss w other Ts at various edcamps
#SwivlChat
In reply to @goswivl
Jyoung1219
Mar 8 @ 6:13 PM EST
Hi
@EmilyMerritt
. Great to connect with you here on
#SwivlChat
In reply to @EmilyMerritt
donovanscience
Mar 8 @ 6:13 PM EST
A3 We use it a lot to record classroom interactions to share, record coaching conversations, and even help students present.
#SwivlChat
Jyoung1219
Mar 8 @ 6:13 PM EST
A2cont: Lots of coaches&TOSAs on
#TOSAchat
have talked about
@goswivl
throughout past years. Great for coaching & more.
#SwivlChat
In reply to @goswivl
bigtechcoach
Mar 8 @ 6:13 PM EST
A3: Use it for recording PD sessions I present for training others and self assessment.
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ATCoachPost
Mar 8 @ 6:14 PM EST
A3: Here a few ideas: Record T observations, T reflection, staff PD, and S projects.
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Jyoung1219
Mar 8 @ 6:14 PM EST
Score! I've been wanting to win one.
#swivlchat
In reply to @bigtechcoach
dontbegrellous
Mar 8 @ 6:14 PM EST
A3: My fav way to use
@goswivl
is to record myself and then go back see where I can improve, which there is always room
#swivlchat
In reply to @goswivl
MarkoMarkolovic
Mar 8 @ 6:14 PM EST
Q3: I record flipped videos. PIP with Keynote. Ss record interviews and presentations.
#SwivlChat
#edchat
EmilyMerritt
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 6:14 PM EST
You too
@Jyoung1219
! I haven't dropped by PAUSD in a long time, it's good to see some familiar faces at
#SwivlChat
In reply to @Jyoung1219
MiaLMorrison
Mar 8 @ 6:15 PM EST
A3 I look forward to designing T friendly and collaborative eval observations - with reflection & annotations
#SwivlChat
DrKChilds
Mar 8 @ 6:15 PM EST
A3: Teacher observations—Specifically looking at classroom discourse. Capturing my PD presentations.
#swivlchat
goswivl
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 6:12 PM EST
Q3 How do you use Swivl?
#SwivlChat
#edchat
carmen_emints
Mar 8 @ 6:15 PM EST
A3. Share classroom experiences w/others, video coaching, model instructional strategies, and collaborate on best practices
#swivlchat
Jyoung1219
Mar 8 @ 6:15 PM EST
A3: Have used
@goswivl
to create flipped & blended learning videos for Ss. Def want to use in PD & workshops for Ts
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goswivl
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 6:12 PM EST
Q3 How do you use Swivl?
#SwivlChat
#edchat
MiaLMorrison
Mar 8 @ 6:16 PM EST
A3 In the classroom lots of groupings and collaboration so excellent for sharing & reviewing
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Alliebcbe
Mar 8 @ 6:16 PM EST
A3. We are using swivl as a mentoring tool. Teachers use the robot and we have a coaching session to review and reflect.
#swivlchat
Jyoung1219
Mar 8 @ 6:16 PM EST
As an instructional coach, this is definitely a way I've supported Ts' reflection & continued growth
#swivlchat
dontbegrellous
Mar 8 @ 6:14 PM EST
A3: My fav way to use
@goswivl
is to record myself and then go back see where I can improve, which there is always room
#swivlchat
In reply to @goswivl
teachercrandall
Mar 8 @ 6:16 PM EST
A3- Using Swivl about 1x a week to record lessons. Using Swivl cloud to upload and then sharing the video for feedback
#SwivlChat
carmen_emints
Mar 8 @ 6:16 PM EST
A3. Today trainer shared students used it to observe and improve their peer review process!
#swivlchat
MiaLMorrison
Mar 8 @ 6:16 PM EST
A3 Ts using it to create flipped lessons when away on trips as well as enhance learning beyond class time
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Jyoung1219
Mar 8 @ 6:17 PM EST
You're local too, right. Time to come by again then.
#swivlchat
In reply to @EmilyMerritt
donovanscience
Mar 8 @ 6:17 PM EST
A3-2 I have also used it to record my presentations at conferences and when I lead professional learning - gotta keep improving.
#SwivlChat
MiaLMorrison
Mar 8 @ 6:17 PM EST
A3 Great for recording presentations - whether mine at conferences or Ss in the classroom or during special events / assembly
#SwivlChat
MarkoMarkolovic
Mar 8 @ 6:18 PM EST
It really is. The Ss love seeing the job they did presenting.
#SwivlChat
#edchat
In reply to @MiaLMorrison, @carmen_emints
goswivl
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 6:18 PM EST
Q4 How often do you engage in classroom observations?
#SwivlChat
#edchat
MiaLMorrison
Mar 8 @ 6:18 PM EST
It’s a great opportunity to teach how to give positive and effective feedback / comments
#SwivlChat
In reply to @MarkoMarkolovic, @carmen_emints
EmilyMerritt
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 6:18 PM EST
@Jyoung1219
I will! We're right down the street now, I'll have to stop by sometime!
#SwivlChat
In reply to @Jyoung1219, @Jyoung1219
teachercrandall
Mar 8 @ 6:18 PM EST
A3 I record my lessons for coachto help me improve
#intesniveintervention
lesson & sometimes I record other Ts to learn fromthem
#SwivlChat
Jyoung1219
Mar 8 @ 6:18 PM EST
What's great is when we put the tech in hands of kids. Have them create their own videos.
#SwivlChat
In reply to @MiaLMorrison
MarkoMarkolovic
Mar 8 @ 6:18 PM EST
Agree 100%.
#SwivlChat
#edchat
In reply to @MiaLMorrison, @carmen_emints
techinteaching
Mar 8 @ 6:19 PM EST
As often as teachers ask for it. It's interesting and eye-opening!
@goswivl
#swivlchat
In reply to @goswivl
DrKChilds
Mar 8 @ 6:19 PM EST
A4: Several times per week. What's great about
@goswivl
is Ts can capture themselves daily & see their growth over time.
#swivlchat
goswivl
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 6:18 PM EST
Q4 How often do you engage in classroom observations?
#SwivlChat
#edchat
Jyoung1219
Mar 8 @ 6:19 PM EST
A4: This is the work on instructional coaches. As a Math & STEAM Coach, I do this daily
#SwivlChat
goswivl
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 6:18 PM EST
Q4 How often do you engage in classroom observations?
#SwivlChat
#edchat
donovanscience
Mar 8 @ 6:19 PM EST
A4 We are starting to use it more and more for classroom observation, think it would be more powerful the more we do that.
#SwivlChat
techinteaching
Mar 8 @ 6:20 PM EST
LOVE this. It would be great for that.
#swivlchat
MiaLMorrison
Mar 8 @ 6:20 PM EST
A3
@goswivl
awesome for coaching - sports, professional arena, in the classroom, anywhere! Great for reviewing and discussion
#SwivlChat
In reply to @goswivl
dontbegrellous
Mar 8 @ 6:20 PM EST
A4: As a coach, I probably sit in classes at least once a week and randomly pop into classes everyday
#swivlchat
Jyoung1219
Mar 8 @ 6:20 PM EST
Wonderful way to partner with your coach!
#swivlchat
teachercrandall
Mar 8 @ 6:18 PM EST
A3 I record my lessons for coachto help me improve
#intesniveintervention
lesson & sometimes I record other Ts to learn fromthem
#SwivlChat
techinteaching
Mar 8 @ 6:20 PM EST
As a coach , I'd definitely be into that!
@teachercrandall
@goswivl
#swivlchat
In reply to @teachercrandall, @goswivl
MarkoMarkolovic
Mar 8 @ 6:20 PM EST
A4: Not that often. I have seen just about everyone in my department teach and we have a talented group of ppl in our dept.
#SwivlChat
ATCoachPost
Mar 8 @ 6:21 PM EST
A4: I am able to visit classrooms often at least a few per week!
#swivlchat
bigtechcoach
Mar 8 @ 6:21 PM EST
A4: Informal observations occur weekly (even though I am state based), more formal observations monthly.
#SwivlChat
Alliebcbe
Mar 8 @ 6:21 PM EST
A4. I do several classroom observations per month with my designated "mentees," but also with teachers that wish for support.
#swivlchat
MiaLMorrison
Mar 8 @ 6:21 PM EST
A4 The more you use
@goswivl
for observation, review, reflection - more comfortable everyone gets, part of the daily landscape!
#SwivlChat
In reply to @goswivl
donovanscience
Mar 8 @ 6:21 PM EST
I think it is powerful for coaching, especially because you have that 3rd party data
#SwivlChat
In reply to @techinteaching, @teachercrandall, @goswivl
Jyoung1219
Mar 8 @ 6:22 PM EST
Great to connect with a fellow coach. Have you heard of
@TosaChat
& its #? Great place for coaches&TOSAs
#swivlchat
In reply to @dontbegrellous, @TosaChat
MiaLMorrison
Mar 8 @ 6:22 PM EST
Yes, Ss use the
@goswivl
to capture outside school activities for inclusion in digital portfolios
#SwivlChat
In reply to @teachercrandall, @Jyoung1219, @goswivl
carmen_emints
Mar 8 @ 6:22 PM EST
A4. Only see participants 1 or 2 times per year. Hoping Swivl will give opportunities for observing and mentoring
#swivlchat
techinteaching
Mar 8 @ 6:22 PM EST
I could definitely see that as being the case...maybe more so than a person!
#swivlchat
@MiaLMorrison
@goswivl
In reply to @MiaLMorrison, @goswivl
MiaLMorrison
Mar 8 @ 6:23 PM EST
YES explaining and seeing are two very powerful tools to use together
#SwivlChat
In reply to @donovanscience, @techinteaching, @teachercrandall, @goswivl
techinteaching
Mar 8 @ 6:23 PM EST
#TOSAchat
is a great community for sure!
#swivlchat
@Jyoung1219
@dontbegrellous
@TosaChat
In reply to @Jyoung1219, @dontbegrellous, @TosaChat
goswivl
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 6:24 PM EST
Q5 What’s the value in including students in video observations?
#SwivlChat
#edchat
Jyoung1219
Mar 8 @ 6:24 PM EST
Coaching is sometimes a lonely practice & position. Connect with others on
#TOSAchat
#swivlchat
In reply to @techinteaching, @dontbegrellous, @TosaChat
donovanscience
Mar 8 @ 6:24 PM EST
A5 I think you can tell more about what is happening in terms of learning, by seeing what students are doing and reacting
#SwivlChat
bigtechcoach
Mar 8 @ 6:24 PM EST
A5: Verification that the students understand!
#SwivlChat
techinteaching
Mar 8 @ 6:25 PM EST
A5 esp when it comes to knowing about what kids are supposed to be learning!
@goswivl
#swivlchat
In reply to @goswivl
ATCoachPost
Mar 8 @ 6:25 PM EST
A5: You get to see the 'big' picture. Watch Ss engage with others and how they are responding to your instruction. Very powerful!
#swivlchat
DrKChilds
Mar 8 @ 6:25 PM EST
A5: Classrooms should be student centered & focused. Thus we should be assessing Ss in observations & not just teacher actions
#swivlchat
goswivl
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 6:24 PM EST
Q5 What’s the value in including students in video observations?
#SwivlChat
#edchat
Jyoung1219
Mar 8 @ 6:26 PM EST
A5: Ask Ss for their feedback. AND have Ss record own videos w
@goswivl
. Empower them. Share
#studentvoice
#swivlchat
goswivl
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 6:24 PM EST
Q5 What’s the value in including students in video observations?
#SwivlChat
#edchat
MiaLMorrison
Mar 8 @ 6:26 PM EST
Yes, Multi device
@goswivl
offers opportunity to be part of all collaborative group work
#SwivlChat
In reply to @donovanscience, @goswivl
Alliebcbe
Mar 8 @ 6:26 PM EST
A5. You can't teach without interacting with students. Why wouldn't you include them in observations?
#swivlchat
techinteaching
Mar 8 @ 6:26 PM EST
A5 ...& getting feedback on instruction. They're the client!
@goswivl
#swivlchat
In reply to @goswivl
dontbegrellous
Mar 8 @ 6:26 PM EST
A5: when reflecting you really need to also see the kids reactions, you might be awesome, but ur kids might be asleep lol
#swivlchat
donovanscience
Mar 8 @ 6:27 PM EST
I am looking forward to trying out the Pro+ with students, hoping to do so after break, should be great info
#SwivlChat
In reply to @MiaLMorrison
carmen_emints
Mar 8 @ 6:27 PM EST
A5. Ts get to see and reflect on Ss reactions, excitement, and conversation. Be a "fly on the wall"! Great anecdotals
#swivlchat
MiaLMorrison
Mar 8 @ 6:27 PM EST
It’s awesome!
#SwivlChat
In reply to @donovanscience
Jyoung1219
Mar 8 @ 6:27 PM EST
Wonderful tweet & message for all.
#swivlchat
#edchat
Alliebcbe
Mar 8 @ 6:26 PM EST
A5. You can't teach without interacting with students. Why wouldn't you include them in observations?
#swivlchat
techinteaching
Mar 8 @ 6:28 PM EST
Absolutely can be. Building a
#PLN
is a great way to expand your skills & connect w/others
@Jyoung1219
@dontbegrellous
@TosaChat
#swivlchat
In reply to @Jyoung1219, @dontbegrellous, @TosaChat
teachercrandall
Mar 8 @ 6:29 PM EST
A5 Students show leadership when they teach other students how to use technology.
#SwivlChat
Jyoung1219
Mar 8 @ 6:29 PM EST
That's huge. Great to hear. Our TOSA team is getting cut in half next year. Budget cuts
#swivlchat
In reply to @dontbegrellous, @techinteaching, @TosaChat
goswivl
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 6:30 PM EST
Q6 Are you familiar with Individualized Observations?
#SwivlChat
#edchat
techinteaching
Mar 8 @ 6:30 PM EST
Woof. That stinks.
@Jyoung1219
@dontbegrellous
@TosaChat
#swivlchat
In reply to @Jyoung1219, @dontbegrellous, @TosaChat
Alliebcbe
Mar 8 @ 6:31 PM EST
A6. I guess not...how are they different from a typical observation?
#swivlchat
MarkoMarkolovic
Mar 8 @ 6:31 PM EST
A5: Ss can help adjust lessons. They are willing to give feedback. Ts need to ask.
#SwivlChat
ATCoachPost
Mar 8 @ 6:31 PM EST
A6: Yes! I've been using the Pro+ app w/ my Ts and they are loving it.
#swivlchat
donovanscience
Mar 8 @ 6:32 PM EST
A6 Starting to look more into it. Definitely something I want to explore more in order to share with others.
#SwivlChat
techinteaching
Mar 8 @ 6:33 PM EST
I'm not! Info here:
https://t.co/uBhobulHW0
@goswivl
#swivlchat
In reply to @goswivl
MiaLMorrison
Mar 8 @ 6:33 PM EST
A6 Yes, individualized observations are awesome for both Ss and Ts - in the classroom and out!
#SwivlChat
carmen_emints
Mar 8 @ 6:33 PM EST
Please share more info about this!
#Swivlchat
In reply to @ATCoachPost
teachercrandall
Mar 8 @ 6:33 PM EST
Formative assessment: When you record students in the classroom with
@goswivl
@devin_kearns
teaching
#reading
#SwivlChat
MarkoMarkolovic
Mar 8 @ 6:33 PM EST
A6: An interesting concept. Ts are asked to differentiate for Ss but Ts are asked to conform to the same rubric for evaluation.
#SwivlChat
ATCoachPost
Mar 8 @ 6:33 PM EST
Check out my Twitter page. I have a few pictures & videos of it in action!
#swivlchat
In reply to @carmen_emints
techinteaching
Mar 8 @ 6:33 PM EST
Pro+ actually sounds pretty useful!
#swivlchat
@goswivl
In reply to @goswivl
EmilyMerritt
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 6:34 PM EST
@Alliebcbe
they're observations where you can see not only the teacher, but each student in class too
https://t.co/Wv76dxjnun
#SwivlChat
In reply to @Alliebcbe, @Alliebcbe
dontbegrellous
Mar 8 @ 6:34 PM EST
A6: I have yet to get to use it, but I can def see the potential. I have an AVID and HS english class I want to use it in
#swivlchat
MarkoMarkolovic
Mar 8 @ 6:35 PM EST
Getting ready for
#swivlchat
and getting some work done.
#pilotvanishingpoint
#ipadpro
baronfig…
https://t.co/p909xL2Jjj
goswivl
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 6:36 PM EST
Q7 What advice do you have for teachers who are nervous to be videoed?
#SwivlChat
#edchat
Alliebcbe
Mar 8 @ 6:37 PM EST
A7. Record yourself often, even if you never watch the video. Gives you and the Ss a chance to get used to it being there.
#swivlchat
donovanscience
Mar 8 @ 6:37 PM EST
A7 Only way we can see ourselves teach and the upsides when sharing with others, using it for reflection, or coaching are great!
#SwivlChat
dontbegrellous
Mar 8 @ 6:37 PM EST
A7:ensure that you 2 are the only ones that will be viewing it and think of it as a before/after photo in a weight loss challenge
#swivlchat
donovanscience
Mar 8 @ 6:38 PM EST
A7-2 Also, the more you do it, the more you get comfortable with it. Used to be nervous but don't even think about it anymore.
#SwivlChat
MiaLMorrison
Mar 8 @ 6:38 PM EST
A7 Start small & with a project/work day where you feel very comfortable then try again & again until part of daily landscape
#SwivlChat
ATCoachPost
Mar 8 @ 6:38 PM EST
A7: Take the risk and try it! Only you, the T, will view. If you like it then share it!
#swivlchat
DrKChilds
Mar 8 @ 6:38 PM EST
A8: After 5 min of being captured you will totally forget you are being captured. 1/2
#swivlchat
goswivl
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 6:36 PM EST
Q7 What advice do you have for teachers who are nervous to be videoed?
#SwivlChat
#edchat
carmen_emints
Mar 8 @ 6:38 PM EST
A7. Have Ts practice in fun way. Video yourself and share. Assure Ts they decide who sees content w/ cloud sharing.
#swivlchat
MiaLMorrison
Mar 8 @ 6:39 PM EST
A7 Model taking risks and moving outside your comfort zone for Ss! Go for it!
#SwivlChat
DrKChilds
Mar 8 @ 6:39 PM EST
A7: After 5 minutes of being captured you will forget you are being captured. 1/2
#swivlchat
goswivl
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 6:36 PM EST
Q7 What advice do you have for teachers who are nervous to be videoed?
#SwivlChat
#edchat
DrKChilds
Mar 8 @ 6:39 PM EST
A7: In addition, consider how it will benefit improving your instructional practice. The benefits outweigh the downside. 2/2
#swivlchat
goswivl
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 6:36 PM EST
Q7 What advice do you have for teachers who are nervous to be videoed?
#SwivlChat
#edchat
MarkoMarkolovic
Mar 8 @ 6:40 PM EST
A7: Teaching is about evolving and meeting needs of students. Don't be concerned with perfection.
#SwivlChat
#edchat
Jyoung1219
Mar 8 @ 6:41 PM EST
A6: Individualized Observations is an essential part of education - Teacher to Students, Admins to teachers, Admins to Ss
#swivlchat
goswivl
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 6:30 PM EST
Q6 Are you familiar with Individualized Observations?
#SwivlChat
#edchat
goswivl
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 6:42 PM EST
Q8 How do you choose what tech to bring into the classroom?
#SwivlChat
#edchat
donovanscience
Mar 8 @ 6:42 PM EST
A8 The tech has to assist effective pedagogy, tech by itself will not lead to learning, only when paired with good pedagogy
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Jyoung1219
Mar 8 @ 6:42 PM EST
A7: Video self first for no one else but you as the audience. Get used to camera & process & tool of reflection
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goswivl
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 6:36 PM EST
Q7 What advice do you have for teachers who are nervous to be videoed?
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#edchat
MiaLMorrison
Mar 8 @ 6:42 PM EST
And don’t forget S to S, T to T, A to A :)
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In reply to @Jyoung1219
dontbegrellous
Mar 8 @ 6:42 PM EST
A8: depends on the situation and the subject, gotta go with whatever makes sense and the most beneficial
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carmen_emints
Mar 8 @ 6:42 PM EST
A8: Determine what tools best meet the learning objective.
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MarkoMarkolovic
Mar 8 @ 6:42 PM EST
A7: No one is perfect and if they say they are amazing they are lying and hiding behind their own insecurities.
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ATCoachPost
Mar 8 @ 6:43 PM EST
A8: What is the goal and purpose of the lesson? Choose the right tool (tech) that fits the lesson best!
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DrKChilds
Mar 8 @ 6:43 PM EST
A8: I based my decisions upon the impact it will have on student engagement and student achievement.
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goswivl
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 6:42 PM EST
Q8 How do you choose what tech to bring into the classroom?
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Alliebcbe
Mar 8 @ 6:43 PM EST
A8. I base my tech choices on the objectives of the class, the needs of the students, and the devices they are using.
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MiaLMorrison
Mar 8 @ 6:43 PM EST
A8 Introduce as much as possible throughout semester and give choice along way - let Ss drive the learning in all ways
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Jyoung1219
Mar 8 @ 6:43 PM EST
A8: Personally for me, I'm an early adopter of things. I give whatever I can get my hands on a shot
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goswivl
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 6:42 PM EST
Q8 How do you choose what tech to bring into the classroom?
#SwivlChat
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teachercrandall
Mar 8 @ 6:44 PM EST
@goswivl
to improve reading
#intensiveintervention
.with group collaborative discussion from the coach
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In reply to @goswivl
MarkoMarkolovic
Mar 8 @ 6:45 PM EST
A8: Which tools help achieve the goal for that lesson?
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MarkoMarkolovic
Mar 8 @ 6:46 PM EST
A8: If its collaboration then its using
@trello
or
@padlet
to assess where the whole class is during the lesson.
#SwivlChat
In reply to @trello, @padlet
donovanscience
Mar 8 @ 6:46 PM EST
A8-2 Technology should improve the learning, need to be open to new ideas and methods though, don't aim for digital substitution
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MarkoMarkolovic
Mar 8 @ 6:47 PM EST
A8: If it's having Ss show or demonstrate learning then it's using
@explainevrythng
or
@BookCreatorApp
to collect a product.
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In reply to @explainevrythng, @BookCreatorApp
MarkoMarkolovic
Mar 8 @ 6:47 PM EST
Q8: In the end it's about student choice.
#SwivlChat
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goswivl
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 6:48 PM EST
Q9 Do you use Twitter for PD? How?
#SwivlChat
#edchat
donovanscience
Mar 8 @ 6:48 PM EST
A9 We share out great things we are doing and ideas, we also have tried our own district Twitter chat, restarting it soon!
#SwivlChat
carmen_emints
Mar 8 @ 6:49 PM EST
A9:Personal PD-Participate in chats, mine resources. Share ideas and resources with others. Nothing formal.
#swivlchat
MarkoMarkolovic
Mar 8 @ 6:49 PM EST
A9: I follow amazing teachers who share what they are doing in their classrooms.
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donovanscience
Mar 8 @ 6:49 PM EST
A9-2 I use it for my own learning by getting outside of my bubble and learning what others are doing or thinking
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dontbegrellous
Mar 8 @ 6:49 PM EST
A9: I use it to record my PDs and make a split screen video so they can see/hear me and whatever is on the projector
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ATCoachPost
Mar 8 @ 6:50 PM EST
A9: Yes. I have used it for book studies, faculty PD, and our district has a Twitter Chat 2x month.
#swivlchat
Alliebcbe
Mar 8 @ 6:50 PM EST
A9. Yeah, in fact, I'm doing it now!
#swivlchat
Jyoung1219
Mar 8 @ 6:50 PM EST
Absolutely. I ran out of characters
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MiaLMorrison
Mar 8 @ 6:42 PM EST
And don’t forget S to S, T to T, A to A :)
#SwivlChat
In reply to @Jyoung1219
MarkoMarkolovic
Mar 8 @ 6:51 PM EST
A9: Also follow great developers or product companies who encourage teachers to experiment and take risks in their classrooms.
#SwivlChat
Jyoung1219
Mar 8 @ 6:51 PM EST
A9: Absolutely. Twitter is best form of self-initiated PD. Connect w other educators, build PLN, challenge own thinking
#swivlchat
goswivl
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 6:48 PM EST
Q9 Do you use Twitter for PD? How?
#SwivlChat
#edchat
donovanscience
Mar 8 @ 6:51 PM EST
Twitter chats like this one are great for connecting with other great educators, building connections and learning
#SwivlChat
MiaLMorrison
Mar 8 @ 6:52 PM EST
A9 Twitter for PD : YES Join us on
#ADEchat
- Tuesday’s 9pm EST
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goswivl
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 6:54 PM EST
Q10 Have you heard of the Swivl Pioneer program? Are you interested in joining?
#SwivlChat
#edchat
donovanscience
Mar 8 @ 6:55 PM EST
A10 Been a Swivl Pioneer for a bit now, very happy to be part of this group!
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Alliebcbe
Mar 8 @ 6:55 PM EST
A10. I think I've already applied, but I'm not sure...
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ATCoachPost
Mar 8 @ 6:55 PM EST
A10: Yes! My colleague
@dontbegrellous
are
#swivl
pioneers. Excited to be part of this program.
#swivlchat
In reply to @dontbegrellous
ATCoachPost
Mar 8 @ 6:56 PM EST
A10: Yes! My colleague
@dontbegrellous
and I are
#swivl
pioneers. Excited to be part of this program.
#swivlchat
In reply to @dontbegrellous
DrKChilds
Mar 8 @ 6:56 PM EST
A10: Yes. It is an awesome program. I ♥️ It!
#swivlchat
MiaLMorrison
Mar 8 @ 6:56 PM EST
A10 Yes, I am and would love to see more ways to connect with others to share ideas and inspiration
#SwivlChat
Jyoung1219
Mar 8 @ 6:56 PM EST
A10: Yes, excited to be in phase 2 of applying for the Pioneer program.
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goswivl
- Moderator
Mar 8 @ 6:54 PM EST
Q10 Have you heard of the Swivl Pioneer program? Are you interested in joining?
#SwivlChat
#edchat
MarkoMarkolovic
Mar 8 @ 6:56 PM EST
A:10 I am a member and I absolutely think everyone should have a swivl in their clasroom.
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MiaLMorrison
Mar 8 @ 6:59 PM EST
#NEXTSTEPS
Great to meet you all and hope we have more opportunities to connect and share
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carmen_emints
Mar 8 @ 6:59 PM EST
Have to run! Thanks for the chat!
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