#pisdedchat Archive
Tuesday February 23, 2016
9:00 PM EST
trudy_fern
Feb 23 @ 9:00 PM EST
Good evening education geniuses! Let's do a roll call...introduce yourself, home campus, your area of expertise!
#pisdedchat
Mr_Braden
Feb 23 @ 9:01 PM EST
Hey
#pisdedchat
! The T’s @ Barron EL were asked to let their S’s know how much they cared abt them- here’s the vid!
https://t.co/J3xNjsk3a5
sew1080
Feb 23 @ 9:01 PM EST
I'm Sarah and I teach 2nd grade.
#pisdedchat
trudy_fern
Feb 23 @ 9:02 PM EST
#pisdedchat
https://t.co/R94eMEbSb4
trudy_fern
Feb 23 @ 9:01 PM EST
Here are some guidelines to help our beginners (and not so beginners) participate and have fun in our discussion.
https://t.co/46cSyrEJR2
Mr_Braden
Feb 23 @ 9:02 PM EST
Ben- AP Barron Elementary- knowing the smartest person in the room is the room is my expertise!
#pisdedchat
trudy_fern
Feb 23 @ 9:02 PM EST
@sew1080
Welcome!
#pisdedchat
hcutshall4
Feb 23 @ 9:02 PM EST
I'm excited to join
#PISDedchat
for my first Twitter Chat!
#onlinelearning
#nevertoolatetostart
@bonnema_anna
#ed500ab6
Skaggslibrary
Feb 23 @ 9:03 PM EST
Nicole Geiler Skaggs librarian
#pisdedchat
@skaggslibrary
trudy_fern
Feb 23 @ 9:03 PM EST
@Skaggslibrary
You are most welcome when ever you can jump in!
#pisdedchat
stephirsch
Feb 23 @ 9:03 PM EST
Hi all! Stephanie from
@PlanoAHS
. 10th grade math in a PBL setting
#pisdedchat
cheryllazarus
Feb 23 @ 9:03 PM EST
#pisdedchat
Cheryl from Wyatt! I will be in and out tonight!
trudy_fern
Feb 23 @ 9:04 PM EST
@hcutshall4
YEA!!!! WELCOME!!
#pisdedchat
texasteacher98
Feb 23 @ 9:05 PM EST
@Mr_Braden
saw this today! I about cried. Sent it my principal and would love to try it at my school.
#pisdedchat
trudy_fern
Feb 23 @ 9:05 PM EST
Q1 coming up in 1 min.
#pisdedchat
texasteacher98
Feb 23 @ 9:06 PM EST
Alyson, ESL specialist from Meadows lurking in the middle of bath time tonight 🛁
#pisdedchat
trudy_fern
Feb 23 @ 9:07 PM EST
Q1 How has using dig tools helped your Ss embrace challenges and persist in the face of setbacks?
#pisdedchat
trudy_fern
Feb 23 @ 9:07 PM EST
@texasteacher98
don't drop your device! lol!
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NancyWTech
- Moderator
Feb 23 @ 9:08 PM EST
Nancy from
@pisdtech
here, popping in a bit late.
#pisdedchat
trudy_fern
Feb 23 @ 9:09 PM EST
A1 It's interesting how students will attempt to master a tech tool no matter how many times they might fail.
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NancyWTech
- Moderator
Feb 23 @ 9:09 PM EST
Welcome, Hannah! We are down here in Texas and are so glad you've made this your first chat!
#pisdedchat
https://t.co/UNzZ4yzraF
hcutshall4
Feb 23 @ 9:02 PM EST
I'm excited to join
#PISDedchat
for my first Twitter Chat!
#onlinelearning
#nevertoolatetostart
@bonnema_anna
#ed500ab6
stephirsch
Feb 23 @ 9:10 PM EST
A1 Access to digital tools gives Ss a feeling that they have places to go to help when they get stuck on a challenging problem.
#pisdedchat
techclara
- Moderator
Feb 23 @ 9:10 PM EST
Hi
#pisdedchat
! I'm Clara from
@pisdtech
! A little late tonight.
stephirsch
Feb 23 @ 9:11 PM EST
@trudy_fern
True! Sometimes having the challenge come from someplace other than the T makes a big difference.
#pisdedchat
techclara
- Moderator
Feb 23 @ 9:11 PM EST
@hcutshall4
@bonnema_anna
Welcome to
#pisdedchat
! We are happy you joined us! 😊
trudy_fern
Feb 23 @ 9:12 PM EST
#pisdedchat
Agreed! Great way to encourage a growth mindset.
https://t.co/4e0iRYSOXd
stephirsch
Feb 23 @ 9:10 PM EST
A1 Access to digital tools gives Ss a feeling that they have places to go to help when they get stuck on a challenging problem.
#pisdedchat
NancyWTech
- Moderator
Feb 23 @ 9:12 PM EST
Using digital tools means they have choices, too, so if one doesn't work, they might try another
#pisdedchat
https://t.co/bpJYxxBuTm
trudy_fern
Feb 23 @ 9:07 PM EST
Q1 How has using dig tools helped your Ss embrace challenges and persist in the face of setbacks?
#pisdedchat
Mr_Braden
Feb 23 @ 9:13 PM EST
Dig tools allow S’s w few opps for authentic experiences, to see and participate in things they otherwise might not get to.
#pisdedchat
trudy_fern
Feb 23 @ 9:13 PM EST
I feel you
@sew1080
as a fellow math teacher
#pisdedchat
https://t.co/X9d9475XYA
stephirsch
Feb 23 @ 9:14 PM EST
A1 If Ss need to correct a misunderstanding, there are places to find resources, models, etc. that can clear things up
#pisdedchat
trudy_fern
Feb 23 @ 9:14 PM EST
So true! Please give some examples.
#pisdedchat
https://t.co/FlAZa7mpLT
Mr_Braden
Feb 23 @ 9:13 PM EST
Dig tools allow S’s w few opps for authentic experiences, to see and participate in things they otherwise might not get to.
#pisdedchat
techclara
- Moderator
Feb 23 @ 9:16 PM EST
A1
#pisdedchat
They like voice and choice, too. It gives them a chance to learn new tools and have options.
trudy_fern
Feb 23 @ 9:16 PM EST
Q2 coming up soon!
#pisdedchat
Great way to kick off this chat!
sew1080
Feb 23 @ 9:16 PM EST
A1 Ss can learn from others through dig tools used for collaboration as well
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trudy_fern
Feb 23 @ 9:17 PM EST
ABSOLUTELY! Collaboration is the name of the game!
#pisdedchat
https://t.co/11t7wJPPcm
sew1080
Feb 23 @ 9:16 PM EST
A1 Ss can learn from others through dig tools used for collaboration as well
#pisdedchat
Mr_Braden
Feb 23 @ 9:17 PM EST
@trudy_fern
@Wonderopolis
,
@thekidshouldsee
, Google Expeditions, etc.
#Pisdedchat
ramymahmoud21
Feb 23 @ 9:18 PM EST
Hey guys. Ramy from Williams here
#pisdedchat
sew1080
Feb 23 @ 9:18 PM EST
Virtual field trips as well
#pisdedchat
https://t.co/XEj6Wsw6WO
Mr_Braden
Feb 23 @ 9:17 PM EST
@trudy_fern
@Wonderopolis
,
@thekidshouldsee
, Google Expeditions, etc.
#Pisdedchat
stephirsch
Feb 23 @ 9:18 PM EST
@techclara
Nice! I like to think of it as here is a problem, find the solution using whatever technique/tool you think is best.
#pisdedchat
trudy_fern
Feb 23 @ 9:19 PM EST
Q2 How have you as lead learner in your clsrm shown your Ss an example of growth mindset as you implement new dig learning?
#pisdedchat
trudy_fern
Feb 23 @ 9:19 PM EST
@ramymahmoud21
Welcome! Glad you made it!
#pisdedchat
sew1080
Feb 23 @ 9:19 PM EST
A2 Anytime technology chooses not to work! Ha!
#pisdedchat
AssignmentHelpN
Feb 23 @ 9:20 PM EST
10 Things You Need to Know to Develop
#GrowthMindset
https://t.co/H4M9QnjHSc
#personalizedPD
#PISDedchat
#ReggioPLC
https://t.co/mSMVtWHjgq
ramymahmoud21
Feb 23 @ 9:20 PM EST
A1: Dig tools let Ss know that we as Ts are OK with not being the all-knowing center of information
#pisdedchat
sew1080
Feb 23 @ 9:20 PM EST
A2 No really, I think anytime we show them something new, we're showing we are still learning as much as they are
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trudy_fern
Feb 23 @ 9:21 PM EST
LOL!! That's almost every time! Great example!
#pisdedchat
https://t.co/t2cQuHC0N5
sew1080
Feb 23 @ 9:19 PM EST
A2 Anytime technology chooses not to work! Ha!
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techclara
- Moderator
Feb 23 @ 9:21 PM EST
A2
#pisdedchat
I'm cool with taking a risk and if it fails I let it be seen. We'll always have things to learn; we should be proud of that!
trudy_fern
Feb 23 @ 9:22 PM EST
So very true! We are the facilitators!
#pisdedchat
https://t.co/8gVyecDiiZ
ramymahmoud21
Feb 23 @ 9:20 PM EST
A1: Dig tools let Ss know that we as Ts are OK with not being the all-knowing center of information
#pisdedchat
stephirsch
Feb 23 @ 9:22 PM EST
A2 I’m open & honest about my proficiency with any tool. Here is something awesome, let’s become more awesome with it together!
#pisdedchat
LillyJensby
Feb 23 @ 9:23 PM EST
A2: dig tools allow Ss to be in the driver seat, Ts model success through failing forward philosophy
#pisdedchat
texasteacher98
Feb 23 @ 9:23 PM EST
A2 I think the fact that I wouldn't call myself a "LEAD learner." I'm learning right alongside them.
#pisdedchat
sew1080
Feb 23 @ 9:23 PM EST
A2 I think we need to be open to our Ss teaching us about new tech/dig tools as well. Let them show us a thing or two!
#pisdedchat
trudy_fern
Feb 23 @ 9:23 PM EST
A2 I encourage my Ss to fail (first attempt in learning) everyday, otherwise they won't grow mathematically
#pisdedchat
Mr_Braden
Feb 23 @ 9:24 PM EST
A2- Looking 4ward to rdg answers - this is the most important article on G mindset I’ve read in a while.
https://t.co/yMvvL0tKX0
#pisdedchat
ramymahmoud21
Feb 23 @ 9:24 PM EST
A2: openly trying a new tool with Ss that could very likely fail shows them your own willingness to struggle and take risks
#pisdedchat
sew1080
Feb 23 @ 9:25 PM EST
My kids LOVE that acronym!
#pisdedchat
https://t.co/YrYwCXyhBM
trudy_fern
Feb 23 @ 9:23 PM EST
A2 I encourage my Ss to fail (first attempt in learning) everyday, otherwise they won't grow mathematically
#pisdedchat
trudy_fern
Feb 23 @ 9:26 PM EST
Q3 coming up!
#pisdedchat
Greses88
Feb 23 @ 9:26 PM EST
Greses Perez, Meadows Elementary, bilingual educator, Math-Science
#pisdedchat
https://t.co/AiFZIk0jgM
stephirsch
Feb 23 @ 9:27 PM EST
Ss know so much more than us about so many things!! It's important to give them the chance to lead too
#pisdedchat
https://t.co/Z9Cuvml1sG
sew1080
Feb 23 @ 9:23 PM EST
A2 I think we need to be open to our Ss teaching us about new tech/dig tools as well. Let them show us a thing or two!
#pisdedchat
trudy_fern
Feb 23 @ 9:28 PM EST
Q3 Have you considered becoming a Google Certified Educator? How would that benefit you and/or your Ss?
#pisdedchat
trudy_fern
Feb 23 @ 9:28 PM EST
Thanks to
@TechKnowLeah
for Q3!
#pisdedchat
krismmcdonald
Feb 23 @ 9:28 PM EST
A2: I like to remind myself and Ss that we didn't fail, we just learned how not to do it.
#pisdedchat
techclara
- Moderator
Feb 23 @ 9:28 PM EST
@ramymahmoud21
I agree! Ss need to see us as learners and Ss need to be given chances to be leaders.
#pisdedchat
BettyKoonce
Feb 23 @ 9:29 PM EST
#pisdedchat
@trudy_fern
Acc. to Jane McGonigal Ss belief they can master dig tools is attitude needed to solve prob.
https://t.co/JS7Y5iTAtw
trudy_fern
Feb 23 @ 9:09 PM EST
A1 It's interesting how students will attempt to master a tech tool no matter how many times they might fail.
#pisdedchat
techclara
- Moderator
Feb 23 @ 9:29 PM EST
A3
#pisdedchat
Oh yes! Our whole team will be done this month! And we are happy to help with studying!
stephirsch
Feb 23 @ 9:30 PM EST
A3 Yes! It has benefitted myself and Ss because I can pass along the new tips and tools We’re all more efficient and productive
#pisdedchat
trudy_fern
Feb 23 @ 9:30 PM EST
@Greses88
Welcome!
#pisdedchat
techclara
- Moderator
Feb 23 @ 9:30 PM EST
Sign up for free, quick reminders about
#pisdedchat
! Text
@pisdedchat
to 81010 and you're in! Quick, free, easy!
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MrMooreGeo
Feb 23 @ 9:30 PM EST
A3: It's my #1 goal this summer!
#pisdedchat
Greses88
Feb 23 @ 9:31 PM EST
A2: I'm never afraid to show to my Ss that I'm far from perfect. I learn from my mistakes, and make my failures worth it
#pisdedchat
techclara
- Moderator
Feb 23 @ 9:31 PM EST
Hello
#risdchat
! I am Clara from
@pisdtech
and I'm double dipping between this and
#pisdedchat
!
NancyWTech
- Moderator
Feb 23 @ 9:31 PM EST
I learned SO MUCH going through the cert process! Gives me more helpful tools to share with others!
#pisdedchat
https://t.co/aTDhhKyDdH
trudy_fern
Feb 23 @ 9:28 PM EST
Q3 Have you considered becoming a Google Certified Educator? How would that benefit you and/or your Ss?
#pisdedchat
Greses88
Feb 23 @ 9:31 PM EST
@trudy_fern
thank you for moderating the chat today!
#pisdedchat
sew1080
Feb 23 @ 9:32 PM EST
A3 I think that just became my new goal!
#pisdedchat
SOC54
Feb 23 @ 9:32 PM EST
Sometimes I think (no pun intended, just uncontrolled laughter) we forget best technology rest upon our shoulders.Turn it on too!
#pisdedchat
trudy_fern
Feb 23 @ 9:32 PM EST
A3 Yes! I plan to reach my goal by August!
#pisdedchat
texasteacher98
Feb 23 @ 9:32 PM EST
A3 I would love to try. I've become obsessed with Google this year.
#pisdedchat
trudy_fern
Feb 23 @ 9:34 PM EST
Sounds like we need some study sessions this summer
#pisdedchat
NancyWTech
- Moderator
Feb 23 @ 9:34 PM EST
@MrMooreGeo
I'd been thinking about it forever! I decided over winter break to just do it - so I did! Great feeling!
#pisdedchat
Skaggslibrary
Feb 23 @ 9:34 PM EST
A3: varied apps for Ss learning styles, more tech lit, organization, data collection
#pisdedchat
@SkaggsElem
https://t.co/Uyoe5IsfjL
trudy_fern
Feb 23 @ 9:35 PM EST
Q4 in 1 minute
#pisdedchat
texasteacher98
Feb 23 @ 9:35 PM EST
@trudy_fern
And maybe a field trip to Google in Austin
#pisdedchat
😉
trudy_fern
Feb 23 @ 9:36 PM EST
@texasteacher98
YASSSS!
#pisdedchat
trudy_fern
Feb 23 @ 9:37 PM EST
Q4 How do u use dig tools to help your Ss form ideas to solve problems, innov designs, create new concepts/processes/products?
#pisdedchat
matthew_arend
Feb 23 @ 9:37 PM EST
My Moment - Day 36 - Learning is a Process
https://t.co/DUMd51517o
#leadupchat
#cpchat
#KidsDeserveIt
#pisdedchat
https://t.co/DI6P3RkJeS
stephirsch
Feb 23 @ 9:39 PM EST
A4 Use lots of modelling tools, be it a calc like
@desmos
or an applet from
@wolframalpha
. Experience it and then form questions
#pisdedchat
techclara
- Moderator
Feb 23 @ 9:40 PM EST
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trudy_fern
Feb 23 @ 9:40 PM EST
A4 I liked my Ss using
@GetKahoot
to form their own questions about two step equations for others to play
#pisdedchat
RobinStokes24
Feb 23 @ 9:41 PM EST
A3: Didn't even know that existed....sounds like a great learning opp! Thanks
#pisdedchat
trudy_fern
Feb 23 @ 9:42 PM EST
@RobinStokes24
Definitely check it out!
#pisdedchat
MrKhanYe_
Feb 23 @ 9:43 PM EST
@trudy_fern
#pisdedchat
students create their own kahoots, quizlets, and charades to help further their own and their peers learning.
Skaggslibrary
Feb 23 @ 9:43 PM EST
A4 Ss coming to the problem with solution oriented thinking first, then apply appropriate tech tools
#pisdedchat
https://t.co/UXjJXID8Js
trudy_fern
Feb 23 @ 9:44 PM EST
A4 In learning about volume, my Ss are using online lego manipulatives to create rectangular prisms and calculate volume
#pisdedchat
cheryllazarus
Feb 23 @ 9:44 PM EST
A4: similar to
@trudy_fern
. Stats create Google docs w/questions I use to make a new quizizz. They love seeing their own ?'s
#pisdedchat
sew1080
Feb 23 @ 9:45 PM EST
@cheryllazarus
@trudy_fern
I had not thought of letting my Ss create their own Kahoot. Love it!
#pisdedchat
trudy_fern
Feb 23 @ 9:45 PM EST
Excellent use of tech for Ss to create instead of absorbing
#pisdedchat
https://t.co/3czHbQ94we
MrKhanYe_
Feb 23 @ 9:43 PM EST
@trudy_fern
#pisdedchat
students create their own kahoots, quizlets, and charades to help further their own and their peers learning.
trudy_fern
Feb 23 @ 9:46 PM EST
That's an EXCELLENT idea! Way to create ownership!
#pisdedchat
https://t.co/wsAQv6pTtm
cheryllazarus
Feb 23 @ 9:44 PM EST
A4: similar to
@trudy_fern
. Stats create Google docs w/questions I use to make a new quizizz. They love seeing their own ?'s
#pisdedchat
stephirsch
Feb 23 @ 9:47 PM EST
A4 Often, when faced with a problem situation, my Ss find a better way to solve it. I love to share (and steal) their fav tools!
#pisdedchat
trudy_fern
Feb 23 @ 9:48 PM EST
Q5 The days of rote learning are fading. How can dig tools help Ss prototype designs/concepts/product/solutions&test&refine them
#pisdedchat
techclara
- Moderator
Feb 23 @ 9:50 PM EST
@crjonesboney
We are planning to join the two for a Tuesday in May!
#risdchat
#pisdedchat
techclara
- Moderator
Feb 23 @ 9:50 PM EST
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#pisdedchat
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trudy_fern
Feb 23 @ 9:51 PM EST
A5 I've introduced
@scratch
computer programming to my remedial math classes to help Ss test and refine their original programs
#pisdedchat
techclara
- Moderator
Feb 23 @ 9:52 PM EST
We love to have you join
#pisdedchat
on March 1 to discuss Growth Mindset with
@cheryllazarus
! 8pm CST!
cheryllazarus
Feb 23 @ 9:52 PM EST
#pisdedchat
A5: digital tools take away the "I am not creative"complaint. I see more creativity and risk taking.
stephirsch
Feb 23 @ 9:52 PM EST
A5 Modeling tools! How do things fit together? What are the components of things? Synthesis & analysis! Can test with these too
#pisdedchat
trudy_fern
Feb 23 @ 9:53 PM EST
Q6 How do dig tools help develop those critical thinking skills necessary to reason through complex issues or to think logically
#pisdedchat
techclara
- Moderator
Feb 23 @ 9:55 PM EST
Please join
#pisdedchat
on March 1 at 8pm CST as
@cheryllazarus
moderates a chat on Growth Mindset!
Skaggslibrary
Feb 23 @ 9:55 PM EST
A5
https://t.co/wDiw8WEF4Y
#pisdedchat
stephirsch
Feb 23 @ 9:56 PM EST
Oops.
#pisdedchat
https://t.co/D7FNagpgv7
stephirsch
Feb 23 @ 9:54 PM EST
A5 Our kids are making things with
@SketchUp
,
@unity3d
and
@blender3d
. They can see their animations in action and adapt
#pisddchat
sew1080
Feb 23 @ 9:56 PM EST
A6 Having younger Ss, just intro to code was a big deal this year. They loved problem solving w the critical thinking
#pisdedchat
trudy_fern
Feb 23 @ 9:57 PM EST
A6 Dig tools allow for time to processing b/c Ss can refine or change their product very easily
#pisdedchat
Skaggslibrary
Feb 23 @ 9:57 PM EST
A6
https://t.co/2rlpzlHBI6
#pisdedchat
@Skaggslibrary
@SkaggsElem
stephirsch
Feb 23 @ 9:58 PM EST
A6 Ask higher level ?s and use the tools to tackle some of the initial research/concept. Get feedback from outside audiences too
#pisdedchat
stephirsch
Feb 23 @ 9:59 PM EST
A6 Logical thinking goes hand in hand with any programming or coding tool.
#pisdedchat
trudy_fern
Feb 23 @ 10:00 PM EST
This was quite a treat! As usual we are surrounded by the best minds in the country!
#pisdedchat
it's a wrap!
spirrison
Feb 23 @ 10:00 PM EST
Collect resources from
#PISDedchat
https://t.co/l48SWfYNj3
https://t.co/rv4K1rzm63
@artwithbailey
@techclara
@TechKnowLeah
sew1080
Feb 23 @ 10:00 PM EST
Thanks
@trudy_fern
! Once again, I was inspired and learned a lot!
#pisdedchat
ramymahmoud21
Feb 23 @ 10:00 PM EST
A6: we don't give them answers, but encouragement to figure things out for themselves.
#pisdedchat