Hey everyone! Kevin, social studies, from somewhat snowy IN (by somewhat I mean no snow at my house, but drive 20 miles north and you’ve got 6 inches) #sunchat
Kevin, 7th gr history teacher from NW NJ jumping into #sunchat for a few minutes while I watch my daughters jumping into the hotel pool on our trip to Cooperstown this weekend
Morning, #sunchat. I've been thinking about you already this morning, given prior #hacklearning chat about learning networks & role you play in mine. I'm Brian. I teach middle-school students English in CO.
Morning #sunchat ! I planned to be at Palm Sunday mass this morning but since my engine decided to seize yesterday, chatting with you guys is the next best thing :)
Question: Do you feel like #Edutwitter represents what's really going on in education, or do we merely present our own "highlight" reels? Can it do both? Branding vs authenticity....are both important? #sunchat
I personally LOVE my online PLN. Being a part of it has upped my teacher game, and I feel as if I've got the best support team there is. The key is finding your tribe and being active within it. #sunchat
I sure think it is a direct representation. Each day I try my very best to help others on Twitter. It is my passion and why I walk the hallways of Twitterland. #sunchat
4 ways ANY educator can be a LEADER:
1. Get CONNECTED!
2. Curate, create, & share valuable resources with faculty and staff.
3. Invite colleagues into your classroom to see awesome instructional practices.
4. Start a PD book study chat on Voxer.
#HackLearning#Empower18#sunchat
Having an on-line presence comes with great responsibility. SM accounts can be followed and lurked... that means we always need to be "on" as students and parents are seeing us outside of our classroom. There are clear boundaries we should be aware of. #sunchat
That’s a good q. I see lots of tweets, and post my fair share, of what we are doing in class. But I love that. I’ve “borrowed” a lot of ideas from things I saw on Twitter #sunchat
#sunchat we don’t let kids by beer or get a tattoo but we are going to let them set national policy for everyone ?😂🤣🤣🤣👎 winding up young morons to do political hit jobs for the liberal death cult is beyond disgusting. Your kids are liberal cannon fodder people.
#Edutwitter seems like a highlight reel until you jump in and spend time with the #PLN you learn people are in the same place, you grow your resources, sharpen your skills, build your community, check you ideas. #sunchat
Social media, friend or foe? I say false dichotomy, friend & foe. It lowers bar to connecting, which can feed learning, facilitate storytelling. At same time, it's relative ease, omnipresence can cheapen connections & suck time from other meaningful endeavors. #sunchat
I love reading about what other teachers are doing in their classroom thru social media.Its stimulating & encourages me to try new things I "borrowed" #sunchat
I think it’s a bit of both. We have a responsibility to be relentlessly positive in a political climate that piles so much negativity on our profession. #edutwitter has lifted me up and pushed me forward time and time again, and I hope I can do the same for someone else! #sunchat
One of the best things I ever did as a T was join Twitter. I’ve gotten great ideas, but I’ve met even greater people! I could fill up 10 tweets with the members of my #PLN that have inspired me! #sunchat
The "highlight reels" are also amazing ideas of what is going on in classrooms across the country and give others terrific ideas that they can draw from. I am going to share a graphic from @gcouros in a minute that shares this concept. #sunchat
Question: Do you feel like #Edutwitter represents what's really going on in education, or do we merely present our own "highlight" reels? Can it do both? Branding vs authenticity....are both important? #sunchat
#sunchat I think #edutwitter is unrepresentative in 2 ways. 1) There are Ts doing GREAT things that are not here. 2) There are Ts doing nothing innovative that are not here. There are no voices of "why do anything different? I've been doing this for 30 years! What's broken?"
Question: Do you feel like #Edutwitter represents what's really going on in education, or do we merely present our own "highlight" reels? Can it do both? Branding vs authenticity....are both important? #sunchat
Thought: If there's "branding," it should be about "consistency." As it would be with any brand, right? What is my tweet doing right now as they have been designed to do in the past: create good content, curate an element of my classroom, or connect with colleagues? #sunchat
Some use twitter as a means of "branding", and there is nothing wrong with that. I am all about elevating the profession in any way we can. But I think the real authentic conversations take place in these edu chats. I see more authencity here than in most staff meetings #sunchat
It seems that #edutwitter reflects a lot of what " could be" - the possibilities outside the status quo- and gives us ways to connect to other visionaries to turn those possibilities into realities. Now I sound like Willy Wonka #sunchat
Here is the graphic I created from what @gcouros stated on Twitter over a year ago. I was SO VERY impressed it was one of the first graphics I made. #sunchat
Most educators on eduTwitter are the most encouraging folks, ones I would love to sit down for a coffee w/& talk shop. There are a few that challenge almost everything you type but not in an encouraging way, but an arrogant crushing way. Thankfully only a few #sunchat
Please share some of your boundaries with Social Media, @susankotch!
My school counseling professors were leery of the ethical implications of such a public forum. #sunchat#edutwitter
#sunchat I think #edutwitter is unrepresentative in 2 ways. 1) There are Ts doing GREAT things that are not here. 2) There are Ts doing nothing innovative that are not here. There are no voices of "why do anything different? I've been doing this for 30 years! What's broken?"
Question: Do you feel like #Edutwitter represents what's really going on in education, or do we merely present our own "highlight" reels? Can it do both? Branding vs authenticity....are both important? #sunchat
Social media is a powerful mechanism for PD because it does a great job of providing choice and heavily differentiating for teaching styles. It honors the incredible variety of teaching models and allows a place for all of them to flourish and be discussed #sunchat
We don't. We share what we are learning and where, perhaps how easy it is. Maybe even invite them over to "observe" a ed-chat. And they will choose to give it a shot or not.
If you observe their class, maybe recommend a solution you learned from Twitter? #sunchat
Jumping in from NJ. Good morning #sunchat I’m Juli-Anne tweeting on behalf of our #EdCamp effort to invite and welcome teachers to first EdCamp in historic #Newark#NJ
Thank you so much Gino - looking forward to being a continued part of the change for education in the Philippines as a small part of the amazing job you and your team are doing - bring on #TIESPH2018
Social Media is helping educators find better ways to facilitate the learning of students. SM allows for the ability to connect, share and learn with amazing educators and those interested in education on a global level. My Social Media page https://t.co/PO2jNzoarD#sunchat
How do we feel about using edu twitter chats as a means of professional learning? What's its value? Would it be appropriate for all educators? #sunchat
I am not against peeking in on the lists of whom others are following... Yes, I steal your followers list! I admit it! And if I go to an edcamp and hear a great speaker, I immediately follow them on twitter. Much of my PD happens through twitter peeps. #sunchat
This is my first Twitter chat and I'm already blown away at how easy it is to follow along with conversations. This is definitely opening up my mind to Twitter for PD. #EDT520#edtech207#sunchat
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I’ve been able to define my SM fairly clearly. #Edutwitter has become my go-to PD resource and idea bank. Facebook remains far more personal Family/friend based. I check my time spent on my SM outlets and my #Twitter use is doubling up my other app usage. #sunchat
Social Media is helping educators find better ways to facilitate the learning of students. SM allows for the ability to connect, share and learn with amazing educators and those interested in education on a global level. My Social Media page https://t.co/PO2jNzoarD#sunchat
I have come across a few but also some true critical friends that are helpful. I was slapped on the wrist for saying “or” (offering an alternative instead of the one proposed) rather than “and” (an alternative in addition to the one proposed) #sunchat
Most educators on eduTwitter are the most encouraging folks, ones I would love to sit down for a coffee w/& talk shop. There are a few that challenge almost everything you type but not in an encouraging way, but an arrogant crushing way. Thankfully only a few #sunchat
It offers facets of big & complex eduworld, particularly uplifting highlights. There's always more going on, which is why I figure me on Twitter & me IRL overlap some, but not entirely (which, come to think of it, would be too much like the Truman Show). #sunchat
Question: Do you feel like #Edutwitter represents what's really going on in education, or do we merely present our own "highlight" reels? Can it do both? Branding vs authenticity....are both important? #sunchat
The highlight reel thing is real, and I love seeing it. But do we post enough about our failures? Each of our #PLN could learn as much from that, and help prop each other up! #sunchat
A1: Agree that we all do share and highlight but that’s the point. I’ve often felt like everything I share may be too dry and boring classroom stuff and then 10 folks dm asking to share Exactly what we did. #sunchat
We don't. We share what we are learning and where, perhaps how easy it is. Maybe even invite them over to "observe" a ed-chat. And they will choose to give it a shot or not.
If you observe their class, maybe recommend a solution you learned from Twitter? #sunchat
I think you share like anything what you get out of Twitter. At the end of the day, its about choice right. We chose what chats we want to invest in, our PLN, it's great freedom, but I believe I must respect those who chose not Twitter as enacting their freedom as well #sunchat
I love joining Twitter chats. As a school counselor, specialized chats like #scchat#PSCOCCchat apply to my role.
But I like joining chats about instruction and school culture too. It’s great to learn from different perspectives. #sunchat
I've always viewed Twitter as "the ring." We come in here and sometimes we feel like we are doing "lightning rounds." It can be tough in here with four corners tightly-wound around our ideas. I liken Facebook to the corner where we see our "cut man" before going back in. #sunchat
#EduTwitter is anaamzing source of learning. Broadens the spectrum, inculdes more and more diverse voices, brings in expertise, allows for dialogu, creates opportunity. #sunchat
How do we feel about using edu twitter chats as a means of professional learning? What's its value? Would it be appropriate for all educators? #sunchat
Clarifying what I think is your implied point, Kevin: Gold can be mined from how we respond to a failure, more so than the failure itself. Correct me if I'm typing words in your mouth :) #sunchat
The highlight reel thing is real, and I love seeing it. But do we post enough about our failures? Each of our #PLN could learn as much from that, and help prop each other up! #sunchat
Whenever I do something new and another T asks me how I came up with it, and I say “Twitter!” They say “Yeah, I really need to get on the more...” I think they will come along. Or maybe the platform isn’t right for them, but they are excited to do new things I share. #sunchat
I think using Twitter and Twitter Chats would be excellent PD in our own schools. It would connect us as educators. I often feel very isolated in my corner of the building,sometimes see no one. Would connect us ,improve culture. #sunchat
Perhaps. I read there are “no voices of why do anything different.” Regardless, you’re right to an extent, there are teachers not on Twitter. Nothing we can do about that. But I am appreciative of those that are and inspire me/challenge me daily. #sunchat
Good point! I gave up on eduTwitter after an initial try a few years ago, I received a lot of snarkiness b/c I guess I wasn't stating the accepted dogma. But now I fell into a great crowd of just very accepting educators that has made it worthwhile for me to participate #sunchat
Great analogy! I don’t feel the pressure of the ring but there can be some intensity! I have found myself increasingly capable of saying more with less, synthesizing my ideas. #sunchat
I've always viewed Twitter as "the ring." We come in here and sometimes we feel like we are doing "lightning rounds." It can be tough in here with four corners tightly-wound around our ideas. I liken Facebook to the corner where we see our "cut man" before going back in. #sunchat
I feel like some folks are trying to put the most insightful, profound, shock-to-the-system ideas on the table to improve their “cred” but it’s the folks who are dropping real questions as practitioners & are vulnerable to grow that I find to be the best teachers #sunchat
Love growing my PLN through Social Media. None of us are as smart as ALL of us. Please follow @msrodriguezelem She is new to Twitter. She needs a family of edu-peeps. #sunchat
I like what @TheKevinMCline is saying. I think our natural reaction to tweeting about our failures is a need to quickly affirm the teacher. We have enough people trying to tell our story. But there's growth in stopping to say, "Okay. . .say more. . ." Invite reflection. #sunchat
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Morning #sunchat ! I planned to be at Palm Sunday mass this morning but since my engine decided to seize yesterday, chatting with you guys is the next best thing :)
I like what @TheKevinMCline is saying. I think our natural reaction to tweeting about our failures is a need to quickly affirm the teacher. We have enough people trying to tell our story. But there's growth in stopping to say, "Okay. . .say more. . ." Invite reflection. #sunchat
Social media and the awesome educators here literally saved me both professionally and personally. I am forever grateful. #sunchathttps://t.co/yCbrZO76fH
Easy! Stay away from politics of any kind - NEVER speak of specific students or parents, colleagues/admin. No vulgar or inappropriate posts. Pretty much the way we behave in the classroom in front of students is what we need to do here. (Eye rolling is acceptable.) #sunchat
Please share some of your boundaries with Social Media, @susankotch!
My school counseling professors were leery of the ethical implications of such a public forum. #sunchat#edutwitter
Advantages I've found: 1. Puts me professionally in bigger room w/wider range of experiences across vaster swath of geography. 2. Inviting platform for introverts, extroverts, ambiverts, alike.
And still that doesn't mean it's necessarily appropriate for all educators. #sunchat
How do we feel about using edu twitter chats as a means of professional learning? What's its value? Would it be appropriate for all educators? #sunchat
Twitter ed chats have been such a blessing in my life! You are connected with some of the best and most dedicated educators across the globe! #sunchat I can’t begin to thank them enough for their support and inspiration!
#sunchat Smart Thinking! So many ideas on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram. Be careful of Pinterest. Lots of great ideas but not always aligned to standards. #sunchat
#sunchat In one chat I admitted that I struggled with a topic for years & am still learning how to do it well. It got zero replies/likes. Totally ignored. All other comments (positive, constructive, encouraging, sharing) always get likes/replies.
Twitter is what we encourage.
I'd really like to see more of this. And, I guess what I mean is a thread wherein a teacher presents a problem that is not met with a series of tweets framed in "Here's what I do" until that teacher has had an opportunity to really share out concerns. Growth is here. #sunchat
I have gotten a lot out of chats, but I love the fast pace and the constant churning of new ideas. I know a lot of Ts who would hate them for he same reasons. We are different types of learners. #sunchat
Well, I already have here:
Effective Debate in Edchats
https://t.co/hA2i89F2bq
It discusses the nature of US edchats and how to productively disagree.
#sunchat
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@cooper1503, @DingleTeach, @tiffanytruitt
I have gotten a lot out of chats, but I love the fast pace and the constant churning of new ideas. I know a lot of Ts who would hate them for he same reasons. We are different types of learners. #sunchat
Amen. I appreciate side-conversation eddies -- like this one! -- that start to swirl in most formal Twitter chats. Value, a couple hundred characters at a time, in that stopping & saying/asking. #sunchat
Absolutely. And I had a friend tell me that if you want to have more people reading your blog, then be part of a blog community. Read other peoples's blogs. Reply to them. Get in the scheduled conversations here. Be an active part by offering affirmations and responses. #sunchat
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@ginoloko, @brianrozinsky, @TheKevinMCline, @Twitter
There will be abt 10-15 children (EdCamp student helpers) @EdCampNEWARK ages 7-14 and depending on how old, feel free to bring along and all children can hang together. Let us know and we Want YOU there!!! #sunchat
For over a year I was afraid to be "real" ... so I watched, learned and took in what others were sharing. Slowly, over time, I began to change and that is when my growth took off :-) #sunchat
I'm getting the sense they are, which is not something I expected. Today's chat has really opened my eyes to some of the constraints of attempting professional learning in such "public" spaces. I feel a shift in my dissertation topic as I type this. #sunchat
I’ve never felt those negative vibes from people sharing highlights. But I’ve also been in many chats where the same tweeps are open and honest about the journey in all its messiness. I’ve never felt anything but supported on #edutwitter! #sunchat
I can't count the number of times I've missed the rest of a scheduled chat because of the gift that is the "eddy" you describe here. And this is perfectly okay. This is what hashtags and archives are for. More important, to me, is the continued follow after. Resource. #sunchat
The beauty is that Twitter is a curated experience. You should not only be getting affirmation, but critique and growth. If not, adjust your PLN accordingly. #sunchat
Good point - I believe within the PLNs we have, we are more likely to post the failures in hopes of gaining insight into why it failed. Relationships are key in getting to that comfort level. Meeting weekly online and building that relationship helps. #sunchat
Is that a general rule or only for your croom account? I agree with most of your rule post, but the anything political part, especially when it is about that side of education, and supporting student agency. #sunchat
For me, it is as authentic as it gets and should be recognized as such! I find it more engaging than much of the PD I have attended over the years. #sunchat
I have gotten a lot out of chats, but I love the fast pace and the constant churning of new ideas. I know a lot of Ts who would hate them for he same reasons. We are different types of learners. #sunchat
Are they mutually exclusive? To me connecting and brainstorming are authentic professional learning. #Edutwitter one of many form of PD but connection and sharing ideas should be a part of all PD. #sunchat
#sunchat Twitter has been a game changer for me professionally. My PLN continue to inspire and support me. (Ive made some really great friends that I count my blessing for)I’ve had opportunities that would have never been possible—and grown so much!
To add one more twist to this. A few times recently I have seen some folks who have, legitimately, questioned a change agent and have seen the "tribe" respond in a rather negative way that closed down the convo. This could be the exception but found it disturbing. #sunchat
I've found that people, once they get to know each other via chats, will take their conversations into less public groups on other platforms such as Voxer, Skype or Google Hangouts. With increased trust comes increased willingness to display vulnerabilities. #sunchat
Yes. I try as much to respond and build a relationship, especially when I moderate a chat. It can be overwhelming but I try to read all answers or review them afterwards. #sunchat
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@PaulWHankins, @brianrozinsky, @TheKevinMCline, @Twitter
I was going to click the ❤, but a reply seemed more appropriate :) Being able to reflect with teachers around the country & globe feels like a heady, enriching opportunity. #sunchat
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@ginoloko, @PaulWHankins, @TheKevinMCline, @Twitter
I know I have found a group at times that I would like to follow up with in a deeper way. I have never attempted to pull that group together... #sunchat
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@effortfuleduktr, @TheKevinMCline, @tiffanytruitt
"Your job is to be an advocate for education...stand up and support what's right for children." @bshuldiner implores @ASCD members to actively engage with the legislative process. Lots of support in the room! #Empower18
Interesting read! I can definately see this. It can be tough to pushback in a convo sometimes. @brianrozinsky mentioned the side conversations. I think that's where the growth is? Maybe... Authentic and fierce discourse and debate are powerful learning tools. Thanks YOU! #sunchat
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@effortfuleduktr, @DingleTeach, @tiffanytruitt, @brianrozinsky
I was going to click the ❤, but a reply seemed more appropriate :) Being able to reflect with teachers around the country & globe feels like a heady, enriching opportunity. #sunchat
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@ginoloko, @PaulWHankins, @TheKevinMCline, @Twitter
I think it depends on the learner. If you look at the theories of professional learning, some teachers have no problem running with an idea shared during brainstorming. Others need coaching cycles, etc. It's why I don't feel twitter is effective PD for ALL teachers. #sunchat
Are they mutually exclusive? To me connecting and brainstorming are authentic professional learning. #Edutwitter one of many form of PD but connection and sharing ideas should be a part of all PD. #sunchat
Hah my problem (🤷🏻♂️) is that I’m pretty what you see is what you get everywhere, incl Twitter, and that prolly rubs some peeps the wrong way 😂 #sunchat
Most educators on eduTwitter are the most encouraging folks, ones I would love to sit down for a coffee w/& talk shop. There are a few that challenge almost everything you type but not in an encouraging way, but an arrogant crushing way. Thankfully only a few #sunchat
This has happened for me and four others who found we were all reading Maja Wilson's Re-IMAGINING WRITING ASSESSMENT. We took our small group over to Voxer. At last check, there is well over three hours of "Vox" that we have created together in response and reflection. #sunchat
This has happened for me and four others who found we were all reading Maja Wilson's Re-IMAGINING WRITING ASSESSMENT. We took our small group over to Voxer. At last check, there is well over three hours of "Vox" that we have created together in response and reflection. #sunchat
Before you pass judgment I certainly hope you will check out what has been created by https://t.co/S5pzTtgW6A - how educators will be able to collaborate on the site, how many books and resources are there, how they can jump into google hangouts and talk about a concept #sunchat
I think it depends on the learner. If you look at the theories of professional learning, some teachers have no problem running with an idea shared during brainstorming. Others need coaching cycles, etc. It's why I don't feel twitter is effective PD for ALL teachers. #sunchat
Are they mutually exclusive? To me connecting and brainstorming are authentic professional learning. #Edutwitter one of many form of PD but connection and sharing ideas should be a part of all PD. #sunchat
Hah my problem (🤷🏻♂️) is that I’m pretty what you see is what you get everywhere, incl Twitter, and that prolly rubs some peeps the wrong way 😂 #sunchat
Ahh, I see your point. Even in those coaching cycles, though, there needs to be the connection and brainstorming. Ts need to have a voice. And certainly #edutwitter shouldn’t be the ONLY item in your PD diet! I love to run with an idea, but I also love lab classrooms. #sunchat
It's kind of like fishing, I suppose. Through the PD Book Bait out into the stream and see who bites. One way to do this is probably to simply ask (and I've seen blog series like this): "What are you reading?" Find one or two in a similar title and invite interaction. #sunchat
I think it is an organic "thing". The open dialogu of #Sunchat promotes it all on its own. A BIG focus but no real structure gives way to great conversations...
In the end our job is the advancement of education for our kids, and we have to be able to grow in order for this to happen. Sharing our successes/failure, supporting each other, challenging each other, advocating for Ss all keys! #sunchat
Uniquely each of us are looking for something that we need as educators. Twitter becomes this resource whether it is affirmation or constructive criticism. I think we understand what each person needs as we interact with our PLN. Respect is key! #sunchat
Absolutely - I know it, believe me. But the risk of alienating those who follow or can assist you in your PLN is not worth it. We are here in EdChats to grow and learn, not preach. There are political hashtags for that. That's the beauty of the #. #sunchat
If you have to start the conversation about twitter as PD with the statement: "For me..." then maybe we have to agree it's not for everyone. It works for certain audiences. We can still LOVE #EduTwitter and admit its limitations. #sunchat
Edu Twitter is ‘on demand’, timely, meeting professional learning needs, engaging, global in scope, deals with very real and current edu issues, welcomes all voices and offers many resources and follow-up...I’d say that’s authentic PL! 😊 #sunchat
I have gotten a lot out of chats, but I love the fast pace and the constant churning of new ideas. I know a lot of Ts who would hate them for he same reasons. We are different types of learners. #sunchat
I like to remind myself of this too. . .what does my profile say about me as an educator who wants to be a part of a larger Twitter-based PLN? Can people see my grade level? My content area? My certifications? My professional organization memberships? Chat I might lead? #sunchat
Yes and I know that a tweet or two have sparked conversations offline for me that have lead to meeting and working with others. We may not always see the ripple effect of twitter. #sunchat
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@DingleTeach, @mexusmx, @effortfuleduktr, @TheKevinMCline, @tiffanytruitt
I like to remind myself of this too. . .what does my profile say about me as an educator who wants to be a part of a larger Twitter-based PLN? Can people see my grade level? My content area? My certifications? My professional organization memberships? Chat I might lead? #sunchat
Truth Paul! Twitter chats lead to personal engagement across professional work and into sacred spaces of Friendship. @ValeriaBrownEdu and I’ve been talking about a GHO and coffee just to catch up #offtwitterline 🤓 #sunchat
I've found that people, once they get to know each other via chats, will take their conversations into less public groups on other platforms such as Voxer, Skype or Google Hangouts. With increased trust comes increased willingness to display vulnerabilities. #sunchat
I've found so much inspiration and learned so much through #edutwitter the last 3 weeks. Chats have helped me connect globally to other educators and renewed my passion. It can sometimes feel like a "brag reel" but how else do we share the great work happening? #sunchat
Right on, Meredith! Can’t get much more authentic, in my humble opinion! You can also try (in your school) what you learn about and come back for additional conversation and support! Online mentorship! #sunchat
I seek community with edus who see teaching as political and who are growing in that work. I am respectful to all with whom I engage. Imo we are not serving our students if we can’t be honest. #sunchat
Yes. Like that. But, if we think about it, that profile piece is our Twitter equivalent of the "elevator pitch." It's the virtual glance at the name badge that helps us to recognize familiarity and perhaps the other person's purpose for being here. I follow book people. #sunchat
Branding is a basic concept that goes back for centuries - it's just labeled differently now. Didn't everyone's Mom teach them to put their best foot forward? How do you want others to see you? That is branding. You own it. Nurture it. #sunchat
My croom account is all croom stuff. My personal, however, is my voice, and while I think about what I tweet, and I’m going to use it to advocate. #sunchat
Uniquely each of us are looking for something that we need as educators. Twitter becomes this resource whether it is affirmation or constructive criticism. I think we understand what each person needs as we interact with our PLN. Respect is key! #sunchat
I'd love to see more discussion of challenges and problem solving through #edutwitter. I wouldnt call it "failures" because it is only a failure if you give up. I would love to find a chat where teachers pose "How would you..." questions to help each other brainstorm. #sunchat
Thank you, Chris! There is also a section for recommendations as it is a work in progress. Amazing educators have made terrific suggestions so we can continue to improve it together. I look forward to molding it over time :-) #sunchat
Right on, Meredith! Can’t get much more authentic, in my humble opinion! You can also try (in your school) what you learn about and come back for additional conversation and support! Online mentorship! #sunchat
Agree and find it fascinating & a little frustrating. Would love to explore this issue more, lemme know. I realize it's largely cultural, but why (I ask the psych teacher :)? Watch U.K.'s Prime Minister's Qs to see how they address their leader vs U.S. pols #mindblowing#sunchat
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@effortfuleduktr, @DingleTeach, @tiffanytruitt
I want to thank you guys for today's chat, which turned into one of my favorite since joining the #sunchat crew. It doesn't hurt it's connected to my dissertation topic, and you guys have me thinking like WHOA #sunchat
Agreed, Kevin. There is a level of anonymity that seemingly gives some the ability to be less than courageous and respectful. I often wonder if you were face-to-face with that same person, would the convo look/sound different? #sunchat
And not that my profile pic's an example of what I'm trying to say here. My students know this is the "forward presentation." I cannot maintain this look for very long. But, can I recognize you if I were to see you at a conference. You in the real life? I look like this. #sunchat
Branding is a basic concept that goes back for centuries - it's just labeled differently now. Didn't everyone's Mom teach them to put their best foot forward? How do you want others to see you? That is branding. You own it. Nurture it. #sunchat
Personally, I'm not interested in how folks "brand themselves" but instead, how they show up in the work. My experience has been that self-proclaimed labels are often a red flag more than an invitation for connection. #sunchat
Less about whether we share the work, great or otherwise; more about how we share it. Tone matters & social media 101 could offer a master class about ins/outs. (I believe those participating in edchats like #sunchat are learning by doing.)
AotW: When I was accepted into @vupeabodyTLUS program & taught in 1 of the most urban schools in the city. I learned so much & refined my teaching in ways that I never could’ve before. I became more culturally responsive too. Lots of growth. #disruptingEdu#sunchat
QotW: Growth happens outside of our comfort zones. Share an example of when a challenge became an unforeseen opportunity. #disruptingEdu#sunchat#leadupchat
Thanks for the compliment. Adobe Spark, and Canva - long ago I even just used Word :-) Here is the graphic I think explains the power of Twitter #sunchat
Have a great week #sunchat! This was a good opportunity to share this morning. Maybe a new # is in the works to talk about and share struggles, issues, etc... What say you @effortfuleduktr ? Change starts with us. Thank you @tiffanytruitt pushing the limit.
There are many chats out there that discuss problems and obstacles. I'd suggest using @participate to view chat transcripts that fit your interests/needs. #sunchat
I intentionally follow a few people I don’t usually agree with by I think it’s important to see other perspectives and challenge my own assumptions. Has made the #edutwitter experience much more reflective for me. #sunchat
Wait. Fishing metaphor? Who started this? No. . .really. . .I appreciate an extended analogy. And, you're right. It's about the same things we want (need) for our students to connect with our content: finesse, time, patience. . .and sometimes, rewinding and recasting. #sunchat
#sunchat The very Ts that do that often describe themselves as good listeners, open to hearing other views, etc. and have a cult (political) following of Ss. And yet some portion of their Ss sit their in shamed silence completely terrified to offer a different view. Irony?
In reply to
@jamesmccrary, @susankotch, @DingleTeach
By the way, this is really the extent of what I know about fishing. I don't want to misrepresent. You know, my father tried to get me to learn how to fish, but I found deeper satisfaction in the skipping of stones. It was good for me (and for the fish too, it seems). #sunchat
It takes time. I agree that it happens organically. Sometimes, the connections only last for a short while. Other times, those connections become more of a routine. #sunchat
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#onted#edtech#adedu#sunchat
