#OhEdChat Archive
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Wednesday May 4, 2016
Welcome to as we discuss innovation & changing education. Introduce yourself & share 1st time you went vs. the norm in life.
For the next hour, I'll be chatting over at . Join in!
Time to innovate! Signing in for tonight's chat
LOL. Thanks for being here again
Adam, 5/6 social studies, St. Michael School, Independence, OH! Go Cavs!!!
Jacki here! 1st vs the norm...let me think about that
James from . First went against the flow by becoming the only KISS fan at my private college in 1996.
Jeremy here. Just finished my grad school application watching the Cavs.
Thanks for being here James
Hello fellow Buckeyes, HS SPED from Akron, OH. Iām a life long NY Jets fan, living near CLE all my life.
Jeromey sheets Lancaster city school two years ago at a presentation from
Ossa Fisher, CMO of , joining for the first time. Thanks for having me! Excited to listen and learn.
Good to see you again Kelli
Char, Curr Dir. and fan They are owning 3 point land tonight
Pat, High School Math, Ashland Ohio, Go Cavs Came from a Mennonite background and thrive in Tech
Thanks for being here Adam. That's right, Go
Ryan Rismiller, Assistant Principal Marion Harding High School
Hi all! Ben Scragg, Program Manager for at The Ohio State University
Tricia Ebner, GIS at Lake Local. My first venture outside the norm: being the only girl to play trumpet in my K-8 school.
Ryan McLane, Principal, Big Walnut. Finally not traveling on a Wednesday.
Questions will be in the form of Q1, Q2, etc. Please answer in format of A1, A2, etc.
Remember to always use when responding
Thanks for joining Reuben!
David here from MO. HS principal. Ready to chat innovation.
Ha! Thanks for being here Doc! Hope all is well
Lori from Canal Winchester hi š
Scott Sheeler, Educational Technologist at The Ohio State University
Hi . Lisa from Vermilion.
Good to see so many regulars & legends in the house tonight and new faces as well. Should be a great night to change education
Thanks for being here Ossa! We love branching out to others
it'll happen. Guaranteed.
I see we have some Cav fans among us!
Jodie, IS in Worthington! Excited to have with us tonight!!
. Julie Novel reporting in to ohedchat.
Great to see you again Char!
Danielle, Early Childhood Education and Coaching student, Ohio University Lancaster. Traded nail polish for roller blades
Let's do this! Neil from - co-moderator of and Bobby Dodd's #1 fan!
I would love for you to be my intern.
Lizzie AHS social studies. Girls like history too!
Hi! Amber from Kent State University. Here to learn!
Good to see you again Ryan! Hope the year is winding down well
Hey, Bobby. Ed Jones, designing badge playlists & pathways!
Hi, Julie! Thanks for being here!
Hi, Lori! So good to see you!
Hello, Lori PD Specialist. I used iPods 1:1 and a word press sight to hold virtual coursework in my ELA section 6 years ago.
wait, who are you again?š good to see you Ryan, and yes, I mean it
Thanks for being here again Tricia! Can always count on you
It would be fun for sure!
Great to have you join us
Good to see you here Mr D
Ann from North Royalton . Glad to finally make it!
Thanks! Right back at'cha!
It was great to see you today, Allie!
****** Q1 is up in one minute ******
Wait... is hazing a part of interning?
Thanks for joining Dave! We are honored to have you join
Marcia Kish... Enjoying this warm Ohio weather... :(
Ray, from Falls Township. Generally a rule follower, lately not so much
Good to see you again Lori! Thanks for helping up learn and grow as always
My favorite way to spend Weds night
great here! Hope the same there!
Thrilled to be here! Looking forward to learning with everyone tonight! https://t.co/4uY8m2Twhg
Thanks for joining Dave! We are honored to have you join
Q1: often asks, āWhat has changed in our world that makes innovation easier and necessary for our students?ā Thoughts?
it's easy to go and talk about Your School Rocks when your school and district actually does.
Welcome, Ann! Glad you're here.
Craig from . Middle level leader. Having a blast celebrating T's this week!
Watertank Math here to chat w/ fellow educators!
I agree, Marcia! It makes life so much more enjoyable!
Leslie in Tampa her to listen and learn. Originally from Akron and AU grad
Thanks for joining Scott! Can't wait to see your ideas and thoughts!
Wow! Thank you so much, Allie! That made my day!
you will be a great resource for our group looking forward to learning with you
Thanks I'm excited for my first !
it's pathetic! I thought we turned the corner already?!
Always good to be here--good to see you!
Thanks for being here Lizza
Best.pd.Ever ....right here, with y'all!!!
...This guy is a monster, Mr. Dodd! You're NOT poaching him, btw... š
Welcome! Glad to have you here.
A1: It's not just technology - but the rate we can access information - we can learn differently now!
Thanks for being here! Great to have college students join us. Good networking possibilities
Technology takes care of the grunt work
A1: The ability to communicate has been a game-changer!
welcome to ! Yes, about time! =)
A1: access to innovative resources and tools has increased and awareness of the need for innovative approaches is higher.
That's great Lori! Thanks for being here!
A1: society is more instant gratification. We need to innovate to maintain that mentality. Yet...instantaneous isn't always best.
A1: and helps me to better understand the design process to innovate!
Any Ohio folks want to mystery skype w/ staff in nj on Monday 3ish to show power of connected Ed? ( not begging yet)
We're glad you're here Ann!
I appreciate your confidence in me.
A1: Technology with the ability to collaborate easier acts as an accelerator for innovation.
add me to the fan list. Look forward to Wed nights
A1 The rate of change on the "outside" makes it necessary to change on the "inside." Otherwise, schools will be irrelevant.
pre-service T? Glad to have you here at !
A1: The "distance" between people has shortened. More technology. More efficiency with daily tasks, more time to innovate.
A1: access! Speed to finding relevant material. Causes adjustments to what has to be memorized
A1: & a focus on building conceptual understanding instead of rote memorization
Ashland U or Akron U grad? Welcome back to Ohio!
We leave at 3:20. But we could do it. My Ss love taking on teachers.
I bet he is! Love how he is trying something new!
The real time communications with Ss outside of school, allows us to be role models, but makes me be more focused on education.
A1: Innovation is easier b/c collaboration is easier. We are able to connect with and learn from other around the world
A1 CHANGE is what's happened....nothing is stagnant and we have to think out of the box...which is GOOD! https://t.co/QyXYrDG2mO
Q1: often asks, āWhat has changed in our world that makes innovation easier and necessary for our students?ā Thoughts?
A1-easier-we have the ability to connect with other across the globe-we can Ss share ideas and make a real difference
We use information differently now, too.
A1: the speed with which simple answers can be found. Thankfully, simple answers lead to deeper questions = inquiry!
always a great learning experience!
A1: Technology allows us to branch out and bring our work to the world.
In and out tonight Mike from PA
Bobby Moore better late than never
So true! https://t.co/jDkp4xzxVW
A1: Innovation is easier b/c collaboration is easier. We are able to connect with and learn from other around the world
Alisa from Educational Studies, Ohio State, glad to be here
A1 An endless stream of innovation and information allows for innovation previously unheard of. Do we allow it in the classroom?
How do you see the information being used differently?
A1: technology has made it easier for us to be innovative! We need to be the ones working together to make the most of it!
A1: Technology and the collaboration and research it encourages.
Completely agree! It's about access! We have no excuses why we can't be innovative and creative
A1: the emergence of STEM and the systems approach to the challenges of the 21st century.
A1-necessary-b/c we are preparing Ss for careers that may not exist yet-they must be able to innovate and problem solve
A1: we also live in a world that is no longer neighborhood, but rather global community. We share that through innovation.
I see that we don't have to memorize it - we can go deeper to use it for change.
A1 Again: Technology allows for students to have the whole of human knowledge at their fingertips.
A1 Support in the incorporation of tech in our classrooms.
It allows us to understand, relate to, and develop empathy for one another.
We take it further, more analysis, evaluation, synthesis. Not just "Who are the presidents," but more.
Innovation leads to visible thinking. You can see it in their actions and hear learning in their voices.
Great point , nice way to put it! https://t.co/tIm6a4QPAC
A1: The "distance" between people has shortened. More technology. More efficiency with daily tasks, more time to innovate.
Thanks for being here Jamie!
A1 : 21st century learning opportunities -tech creates an environment of creativity and research - ed as facilitators of learning
A1 The tools that we posses i.e. create new opportunities to engage with the world and people around us
Awesome! No doubt! No distance now with technology
I see Ss curating info, using info to support opinions
access and remembering that tech is a tool not an end all. People are the catalysts for innovation.
it also has changed we are competing against. It is no longer our neighbor but now the world
Innovation is being celebrated and encouraged to solve real world problems.
agree with what I read. Technology is a game changer, for better or worse (social media) overall I say positive
A1: but we need to model innovation through collaborating with Twitter chats. Show it is necessary. Show how to do it.
Yes, and since the information is so easily available, we don't have to spend time on just the info.
Thanks for being here, Alisa!
A1: Our Ss have now turned into a source of knowledge outside of our content and we incorporate their skills into the class
A1: Echoing others technology for sure. I remember the days of chalkboards and Oregon Trails. Technology has been a game changer.
A1: joining late. The world's much smaller thru communication-- students can communicate much faster.
No doubt! The teachers aren't the only ones with the answers anymore - easy to find info using tech
A1: Innovation easier? Unclear - Seems the bar keeps rising. Yes, communication, access 2 info, data processing R all easier 2day
A1 good ?... I'm not immediately sure about easier, but adaptability & flexibility - as learners, citizens https://t.co/qrP0k1TshG
Q1: often asks, āWhat has changed in our world that makes innovation easier and necessary for our students?ā Thoughts?
It's a game changer! https://t.co/y5uDIvZWcV
A1: Echoing others technology for sure. I remember the days of chalkboards and Oregon Trails. Technology has been a game changer.
A1: Success no longer desires compliant factory wrkrs. We're n the innovation age. Need thinkrs, ppl that qstion, fail, try again.
Technology allows professional educators to solve for the unique learning needs of each student.
A1 the rate at which we can obtain and then SHARE our information, the need to identify reliable data
A1: The fact that technology allows learning anytime, anywhere. A great equalizer. Will schools fully use this potential?
Change allows us to positively move forward. Info age moved us to think differently about what we read.
A1:innovation has to be reconsidered daily based on the innovation that came out yesterday.We push each other to out-innovate
Thanks! Looking forward to it all day.
welcome back! Shared another post today about getting hired. Feel free to share! Coming your way!
A1 āSmallerā world, abundance of resources, & need for problem solving/critical thinking in info age
Agreed. Let the lesson drive what tech to use (if any), don't let tech drive the lesson
I've also started to think about the tools and devices that have not been created yet to do those jobs
A1 trad systems were designed around industrial rev...we are currently in the middle of the second industrial rev. Time to innov
****** Q2 is up in one minute *******
A1: Ss have changed. They know how to find the answers. They are more globally aware and can learn any time.
A1: Tech tools make accessing info/collaborating more efficient freeing up time to be innovative - try new ideas
A1: Name an occupation where the bar ISN'T raised evry day due to availabilty of info, resources, testimonies, connections via web
Technology allows us to give our students so much more these days! https://t.co/wP4pYEYxhJ
A1: we also live in a world that is no longer neighborhood, but rather global community. We share that through innovation.
Absolutely! https://t.co/VbKbDm1efD
Change allows us to positively move forward. Info age moved us to think differently about what we read.
hello! Glad to see u here! personalization is much more difficult without the support of software and instant data.
A1: Technology, yes, but more about collaboration - facilitated by technology.
Exactly! Of course, if a T can get Ss to grow with chalk, I will buy them as much as they need
So true we are given technology and the expectation is to use it, but it has to fit.
Q2: What are factors needed to create a culture of innovation in a classroom/building/community? Must-Have's for the culture
Thanks for being here Cathy!
me too! Ss (and us) need to be flexible and able to try new things, take risks, keep on the cutting edge
A1: Technology the equalizer for 21st century learning
Ubiquitous learning! Def take a look at Nicholas Burbules' work out of U of Illinois on this front! https://t.co/JugKUT7NUl
A1: The fact that technology allows learning anytime, anywhere. A great equalizer. Will schools fully use this potential?
A1: Tech has totally changed the way I teach history. šš¼ dates and facts, hello critical thinking and collaboration
Yes, technology just makes the collaboration and information availability possible. https://t.co/oCNCEbBb5j
A1: Technology, yes, but more about collaboration - facilitated by technology.
Innovative truly comes to life within an educational system when there is tight Digital Convergence.
it adds entirely new layers of learning, discovery and collaboration. Spot on!
a2: The team has to understand the design thinking process - prototyping is essential!
Thanks Bobby. Great to be here.
A1: said 200 yrs ago riding horse & shooting gun necssry 4 survival. Now we do it 4 sport. What will become sport n 21 C?
however let the data the tech provides inform instructional approaches, foci, and strategies utilized.
A2: A "want" to be better no matter what others think. If we don't help our Ss we are failing.
A2 risk taking, reflective collaborators who model these qualities every day https://t.co/e8M6zD3RCr
Q2: What are factors needed to create a culture of innovation in a classroom/building/community? Must-Have's for the culture
A2: Culture of innovation starts with bring together the community to develop a new vision statement for learning.
Its more like name an occupation where your job will not be eliminated due to technology, information, etc.
Hi Carl from Emerald Australia dropping in
A1: It is more than just using tech it is making the technology work for us to help determine pace, place, and path for each Ss
A1, cont: also simultaneously doing a podcast right now. The social connections & possibilities are what makes "easier"
A2: The goal is to create iterative ideas and designs for feedback and improvement - one more one and done!
the way we utilize the technology to instruct correctly is the key.
A2: said it earlier - it needs to begin with empathy!
A2 Respect for each other when one falters in their innovative thought. Respect them for trying, pushing themselves!
A2-factors: risk taking, collaboration, problem solving
A2) Need to let people know that you have trust and confidence that they can take risks
A2: open mind. Create the mentality that everyone that enters this room will be a teacher and a learner
A2 Better thinking - creative thinking, big picture thinking, willingness to take risks.
A2 As a teacher I need to feel supported to take risks, Ss need that too.
A2: Administrators & teaching colleagues who trust your professional judgement & insist on conversations about the work!
A2: buy in from top to bottom. Every member of the school community needs input. Ss, Ts, As, staff, custodial. All are important.
A2: Buy-in and a growth mindset/willingness to make mistakes for our kids https://t.co/idXHaCkoq1
Q2: What are factors needed to create a culture of innovation in a classroom/building/community? Must-Have's for the culture
A2: must haves are people who are willing to take risks, not afraid to fail and willing to listen to others
A2: Must-have: culture willing to take risks & not fear or penalize failure; sees failure as part of the process of innovating.
Thanks for jumping in Carl - I was in Canberra with last month!
A2 openness and willingness to fail, to learn
A2: There needs to be alignment of leadership, curriculum, instruction, digital ecosystem, and professional learning.
A2: We must understand the importance making our kids learners and critical thinkers, not human flash cards wearing Air Jordans.
A2: Understanding of the design model (from last weeks chat), creativity, open minds, and curiosity
no doubt. calls that the "innovative mindset"
A2: A risk-taking climate where everyone respects creativity and enjoys adventure. No idea is too crazy https://t.co/jIm3bkI6yv
great idea tech to help inform - on a frequent basis so that we don't have to wait until next year
A2: (on repeat) Psychological safety jumps to mind. I love this story by : https://t.co/mMpWlxlj6N https://t.co/SpVaFDvpsM
Q2: What are factors needed to create a culture of innovation in a classroom/building/community? Must-Have's for the culture
We need to have the ability to venture out and try new things. Like creating the first blended learning class
A2: Must have a willingness to try. And, an open mind. Without each, culture of innovation will be hindered.
A2 Relationships, 4Cs, challenge-based learning Ts & Ss willing to think out-of-box
A2: Acceptance, no celebration that Ts no longer MASTER of content. Mindset shift.
A1: Innovation comes from seeing a need - culture that is reflective, team centered has higher capacity for innovation
A2: we can't be afraid to fail, learn lessons of the past, or be afraid of what we might find at the end of innovation!
Great point Julie! Thanks for joining!
thanks for hopping in! Glad to have you here...
A2: Access-- inequities exist. Growth mindsets. Modeling by district/ building leaders. Encouraging and saying yes.
Good point. How do you get there?
A2 We have to be comfortable with ambiguity, with asking questions instead of wanting just right answers.
A2: Collaboration, Co-Planning, Co-Teaching, & sharing best practices providing feedback 2 peers. That's where innovation thrives!
A little chilly - spent a few days in Sydney - loved the whole experience! Huge thanks to
A2: Find the balance b/w standardized test - ACT/SAT and skills - dispositions the world desires. Tough one.
A2: Collaboration and buy-in. Challenge and support. The needs of the Ss changed bc of society's influence. Ts need the resources.
Innovation demand trying new things. https://t.co/bc9X7duAna
We need to have the ability to venture out and try new things. Like creating the first blended learning class
Trust is key - I agree with that.
A2: innovation needs to begin with the free flow of thought without a fear of judgment. Be willing to listen and accept ideas.
I have learned this process from u! This process allows authenticity b/c everyone is involved in the initiative
A2 it begins with a unified vision that places Ss learning at the center respect, trust, and leadership keep moving the needle
A2: give them legit problems to solve. How can we make the parent pickup line faster? How can we make the lunch line go quicker?
So true Jacki.
You have to feel that it is OK to take those risks https://t.co/BMOg2rrHCg
A2-factors: risk taking, collaboration, problem solving
Yes! Ts engaging in meaningful, professional discussion to improve & impact learning!
Yes Cathy! Saying "Yes" takes the fear of failure away and makes it an opportunity for growth
We must fail forward and constantly reflect. https://t.co/VgdSUBP6RO
A2: we can't be afraid to fail, learn lessons of the past, or be afraid of what we might find at the end of innovation!
Practically, we can't punish our teachers or students for failing if they are trying new things.
Need courage to try new things and freedom to fail. My aspiration for my building!
A2-I think we need to remember that it's okay to be in what feels like a mess. Things can't always be predictable
A2 Ts willing to be vulnerable & try new things & Admins who reward it
A2: Need a common understanding of what "learning" looks like. Need positive supportive lrn envrnmt so Ss can fail & learn from it
A2: The support to challenge the status quo for the betterment of student learning
Thanks for be here Doc! You're dead on, trust is huge! Ss and Staff need to know you have their back to try new things
A2: we must also value the input of all involved. Brainstorming has nothing on thinking without bias!
A2 I'd say a willingness to have some fun! Sometimes we get so serious in education. Learning should be fun!
we instantly respond to the students learning needs!
A2: Building relationships, listening to Ss, know what their passions are and create opportunities for them to explore them.
Also comfortable with not knowing the answers--maybe not being sure how exactly to find/get to answers!
Itās been 24 hours of chat it seems.
Support from colleagues & rapport with Ss who are willing to take a leap of faith
I can't wait for you to read the article for our grounding tomorrow morning!
A2: Clear non-negotiables. What is it that our Ss WILL learn upon leaving this class?
Love the facilitating piece. It's a drive toward student-led learning
A2: Facilitate - let ss own learning through technology - ask - already know where to go for learning
Willing to disrupt the status quo. A powerful enemy of innovation.
- messes often lead to the best results! You have to play around a bit to find what's best
Yes - love that ! Teacher & Learner simultaneously. https://t.co/cbPgsOdfyi
A2: open mind. Create the mentality that everyone that enters this room will be a teacher and a learner
Trust is so important! Ts and Ss need to know you are there to support them. Always assume positive intent
Great stuff Ray! Your staff should follow your lead!
We undo innovation everyday when a bell rings. An angel may get its wings, but innovation is stymied.
A2: Staff shared this today after school. It's traits of how we operate. They recognize and appreciate. https://t.co/umzJudXscp
A2: A risk-taking climate where everyone respects creativity and enjoys adventure. No idea is too crazy https://t.co/jIm3bkI6yv
So true Leslie. Schools are pretty sterile places without fun
LOL! So true https://t.co/FoDM0QhaVL
We undo innovation everyday when a bell rings. An angel may get its wings, but innovation is stymied.
I hate bells...but we still have them so I guess I don't hate them enough. :) https://t.co/rHO2ui3mFE
We undo innovation everyday when a bell rings. An angel may get its wings, but innovation is stymied.
yes - and we should step back and let them respond to their own Needs - who better but them
So true! https://t.co/gpkz4sQ2nM
We undo innovation everyday when a bell rings. An angel may get its wings, but innovation is stymied.
******* Q3 is up in one minute *******
Pushing beyond the comfort zone is part of risk-taking endeavor that pays off. A2
have the GIF Wars begun ;)
Often the biggest opportunities for learning are the biggest failures.
A2: Must ask What experience are we trying to give students?
I like the idea that we need to teach Ss how to curate resources to support their own lrng
This is excellent advice! Trust is overlooked between Ss & Ts https://t.co/UnycsOYS40
Trust is so important! Ts and Ss need to know you are there to support them. Always assume positive intent
I agree. Buy-in seems to be the sticking point, but if everyone has a voice, the collaboration is authentic.
That's the way it should be.
self paced, self driven, self motivated, creating lifelong learners!
Q3: discusses engagement vs. empowerment in innovation. Which 1 is more important to establish a culture of innovation?
welcome to ! Thanks for hopping in! Still riding the from on Monday!
A3: Empowering Ss āopens-upā their potential as learners and allows them to explore meaningful content.
A3 Empowerment is the ultimate. Total ownership and passion-driven.
A3: we must engage students to then empower them which then leads to more engagement. They are both important!
the power of Twitter. š
A3 hard to rank importance but I think empowering is priority then people confidently become engaged https://t.co/0ZNKmz60Az
Q3: discusses engagement vs. empowerment in innovation. Which 1 is more important to establish a culture of innovation?
A3: nailed it with their mission "To EMPOWER a community of learners who will change the world."
A3: I'm leaning towards engagement. Ts must compete w/ fast-moving, Google-it society. Ss must be engaged in order to own lrning.
Wait. No picture for Q3? Or did I miss it? Feeling cheated. https://t.co/OzKAChOBSn
Q3: discusses engagement vs. empowerment in innovation. Which 1 is more important to establish a culture of innovation?
I have the same feeling about bells - bells are for cows not ss
A3-I think that if you're empowered to believe that your ideas can change things then you'll be engaged-so EMPOWERMENT
A3: Empowerment is where we need to work towards. Compliant, engaged, empowered. Yay
A3: Empowering! It's like teaching the person to fish for a lifetime!
Engagement is a great place to be. Empowerment is even better. https://t.co/RcxqrA8M6b
A3: we must engage students to then empower them which then leads to more engagement. They are both important!
A3 students have to feel empowered, have ownership of their learning down to physical space in order to be fully engaged.
Q3: I feel like engagement has to come first and then empowerment will happen. Get them interested to be empowered.
A3: Saw someone say the other day that people already ARE empowered; just helps inspire action https://t.co/gxJEKv170o
A3: we're all going to say "both" but I'm going to do it in s different way. "If we can dream it, we can do it"~ Walt Disney
A3) Engagement must be set right. Empowerment helps but without engagement you are just strong at "who cares"
A3: So tough! Empowerment b/c engagement doesn't mean action. Empowerment implies reflection and action!
Innovation must place the learner at the center. A modern curriculum, integrated technology, aligned PD, strong leadership.
Seems like we admire "innovation" to the point of no action. Culture must embrace the action! GET IN THERE AND GET MESSY!
That's a great way of putting it! https://t.co/qwhMtknRpN
A3: Empowering! It's like teaching the person to fish for a lifetime!
There's one there. Don't worry, I didn't steal any of your sunsets or lonely walks down the beach for my image
A3 Empowerment puts Ss & Ts, in control of - engagement then follows
A3: empowerment for teachers to make changes necessary in their class to increase student success
A3: What a loaded Q. There has to be a certain amount of engagement for there to be empowerment and trust
A3: Engagement is a precursor to empowerment; empowerment ignites the action that results in an impact https://t.co/uShMxel8JU
Q3- Engagement is most important and Empowerment is a way to get at engagement.
A3 tough one! Anxious to see what everyone else says, can you create a poll??
A3: Empowerment: I direct what's going on--I have the power to develop and implement ideas. The root power says it all.
You beat, Craig. It was great having the mods w . Loving the partnership. https://t.co/5SxGzv228j
welcome to ! Thanks for hopping in! Still riding the from on Monday!
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A3: empowerment creates ownership! Ownership creates want to improve leading to potential discussions for others to be engaged
A3: empowering leads to engagement which leads to new ideas leads to innovation...also places Ts in position to facilitate.
A3: Empowerment is an element of culture- engagement is an outcome of empowerment
A3: Henry Ford needed engaged workers, but the factory didn't necessarily want them to be empowered.
A3: One leads to the other or vice versa. If ones engaged will they see their empowerment? If empowered, will that engage others?
So true! Sometimes I think it boils down to excuses - many have them
Q3: False choice. Empowerment = Engagement. They are two sides of the same coin. One feeds the other.
there's a difference between taking a risk and failing and doing things sloppily and failing. Not the same.
A3: I don't think you can pick one over the other. Ss should can be engaged through our empowerment of their learning/growth
They are for cat. Teaching kids is like herding cats, right?
..."we've always done it this way..." <<<< the / killer
A3 giving power to those who are not natural leaders opens the door to engagement of all
A3: Empowerment allows for teachers to own their teaching and students to own their learning. Owning > using someone else's ideas
A3: If a student doesn't feel empowered to do anything about the challenge, they won't stay engaged very long.
A2 Engagement-do this because it's interesting.
Empowerment-do this because it matters to you, is meaningful, makes a difference
A3: Engaged students are learners, empowered students are teachers
A3: Both but empowerment comes first. Once that positive environment is set, students are more engaged+ ready for next challenge
So, would you agree that engagement produce results & empowerment produces ownership of learning.
Are you differentiating failing from failing with effort? https://t.co/a7yDjroP2r
there's a difference between taking a risk and failing and doing things sloppily and failing. Not the same.
Yeh, he & are the masters of images - snow covered mountains, flowers w/ water on the pedals
and while I'm at it, Big Shout Out to and for the Art/FCS course in Interior Design!
Innovators are difference makers w xray vision to look into the future & make changes.
So does engagement come first? Do you need to be engaged to be empowered?
Wow! Yes! Empowered students ARE teachers b/c they model for others.
A3: We can engage our students, but they must feel and be encouraged by empowerment!
Talked with an elementary kid today. He was unhappy because they've been doing nothing but standardized tests for 2 weeks.
Lack of empowerment is the biggest obstacle to learning. Ss have been conditioned to give Ts what they are looking for.
agreed I find that creating an engaging environment in my classroom leads to empowerment of Ss
The question is: How do we do this well in a world of high stakes assessments?
A:3 Without engagement empowerment difficult. But without empowerment culture of innovation for learning impossible.
Not sure there is an order. Empowerment results in engagement, not always the other way.
That's a toss up 4 me. Engage others w the ideas to empower greatness!
A3: I believe both are uniquely important. Teachers need to feel empowered to become engaged. Co-construct WITH the teachers!
A3: From admin perspective - Do ur professional learning session for Ts lead to engagement or empowerment? There's ur answer.
A3: Innovation is creativity in action. We must empower Ss to make them producers, not just consumers https://t.co/TERUBPAK6x
Thnx! I just keep thinking that I can't empower ownership if students aren't engaged w/ learning.
Engagement is a great way to cultivate empowerment.
Definitely interconnected
A3: When ss are empowered they are engaged
BOOM! Sankey just lit the fuse!
I think as educators we need to be careful with saying all failure is okay.
leads to and that's what we want.
A3 Ss who are engaged will learn for grades, but Ss who are empowered will learn for themselves
Great thought! https://t.co/kxsBEb5SGq
A3: From admin perspective - Do ur professional learning session for Ts lead to engagement or empowerment? There's ur answer.
Enjoying all the insight from the convo!
****** Q4 is up in one minute *******
That's my challenge to myself all the time - my mentor , challenges me to reflect on this all the time!
Aiming for empowerment, which means there has to be ownership. https://t.co/l9ikSRP82K
A3: From admin perspective - Do ur professional learning session for Ts lead to engagement or empowerment? There's ur answer.
Remember you lit the fuse! š
It is! Give the Ss power and teaching becomes easier
. That's a great point. That's why I added the effort part. Not all failure is created equal.
This is exactly true. https://t.co/BsWLrKdBNM
A3 Ss who are engaged will learn for grades, but Ss who are empowered will learn for themselves
A3: The empowered student creates a new way to go about the challenge. Students can be superheroes!
Results look good on tests but ownership lasts a lifetime https://t.co/Oo3fimcZxH
So, would you agree that engagement produce results & empowerment produces ownership of learning.
Interesting viewpoint. I keep thinking that Ss must be engaged w/ lrning b4 empowered to own it. No right answer.
Q4: What is the relationship between connecting, collaborating, and innovation? What do they mean to each other?
Are teachers empowered to increase their innovation?
Yes, we shouldn't act like school is just preparation for life. Students can make a difference now. https://t.co/TVMvGdxxwq
A3: The empowered student creates a new way to go about the challenge. Students can be superheroes!
A3: The best way to engage is empowerment-ownership of learning - self guidance isn't that what 21st century learning is all about
Great quote! https://t.co/kYEzZvteA7
Wow! What a question! I believe empowerment, because when we empower teachers the upper end is awesome.
A4: Who said it? George? The enemy of innovation is isolation.
is empowering his teachers to be innovative so student engagement will increase! New courses
Right, ownership is the end result. It's what we aim for. Ss need to be engaged/involved w/ learning.
A4: called it earlier - we need to have empathy and take the time to understand who/what we want to change.
Indeed thanks for being the bomb on that on
A4: Connecting and collaborating brings more minds together to make ideas bigger and better https://t.co/sedtdtffTD
A4: We need to collaborate to develop our a new shared vision, subsequently leading to new innovation.
A4: we can't teach on our own. We need other Ts to share new discoveries. We need to show Ss that they need to do the same!
A4: The relationship is a desire for lifelong learning and instilling this in our Ss.
In order to truly be innovative you need to be working collaboratively with others!Connecting with others is a key to your success!
A4: They are all processes - it's not a checkbox you mark and move to the next one. Takes time and focus with constant attention
A4: We need to collaborate to develop our new shared vision, subsequently leading to new innovation.
A4: they create a cycle! When you get to innovate, you return to connect and collaboration! What if they stopped with the Walkman
A4: Ts who are connected and collaborating(TIME) can innovate and lead to great S learning
A4 innovation+collaboration+connection are deeply interconnected-To innovate, we must collaborate. To collaborate, we must connect
A4: Connection + Creativity + Innovation = Employability skills for jobs of the future. Need to teach our Student all 3 skills
Key is to ensure failure is not seen as an "identity" but rather an "outcome" - can & should be overcome. https://t.co/cUQBknPAT9
I think as educators we need to be careful with saying all failure is okay.
Connecting, Collaborating, Innovating are the threads to make . A4
That's the goal! Our personal learning plans attempt to allow Ts opportunity to own their learning.
A4: Build innovation by connecting ideas and collaborating about what Ss need to increase learning which leads to innovation
Empowering someone or a TEAM is or can be VERY nerve racking!
He's a rascal for sure that needs to be exterminated!
A4: Connecting is putting puzzle together, collaborating is working together on connecting and innovation happens when all mixes
A4: Few jobs are performed in isolation today. Ability to communicate thoughts, intentions, etc n variety of mediums so important.
A4: It takes all three to really make magic happen--connect, then collaborate & innovate, together.
A4: If you connect with others and don't collaborate or innovate, what is the point!? All three items must be present.
so innovation is the result of empowerment & engagement results in involvement
A4: Ss connect prior lrng to new ideas, collaborate to improve on idea which leads to innovation
A4: connecting and collaborating leads to innovation
A4 Our ideas improve when we test them against multiple perspectives.
A4: The epitome of innovation is: "A lot of times, people donāt know what they want until you show it to them.ā - Steve Job
So hard for us Type-A personalities who like to check things off the list.
A4: Is it safe to say engagement and empowerment? Culmination of diff ideas & perspectives are endless https://t.co/7TN1hm5Lwz
Q4: What is the relationship between connecting, collaborating, and innovation? What do they mean to each other?
I could add another line to my ...leading to innovation. (connecting, collaborating, innovating) https://t.co/Hsfo8aa1OI
Amen! I struggle and constantly have to balance this - that's why I love working with our team!
Help! I missed question 4...distracted
A4 Innovation comes out of collaborating and connecting. Opening thinking w/ others brings insights & stronger work for Ss and Ts
A4: Innovation comes from continuously learning from those around us
Create a collaborative environment that invites vigor & innovation in. A4
A4: True. In instruction they should all be within the teaching and learning. https://t.co/AetpQvJWCC
A4: It takes all three to really make magic happen--connect, then collaborate & innovate, together.
A4: Connect the interested parties. Parties collaborate because of a shared goal. Innovation can result but often takes time.
Sure it is! They both can play a huge role!
A4:We need to collab w/ ppl to provide innovative ideas. Collab produces ideas/vision that didn't exist b4 https://t.co/TZWAyg7AVi
Yes Ossa. It's got to be about process and individuals not just the end. Different outcomes are still great learning
Should be happening all the time. A4
A4: Without connecting and relationships, collaborating and innovating have little chance of sustainability.
Exactly! We have to be trending #1 by now
A4 Innovation thrives when we move from competition to cooperation.
collaborative environments invite vigor and innovation in A4
A4: connecting and collaboration when it is intentional leads to the best innovation
Purposeful scheduling helps to put that time in teachers schedules
Awesome! Glad I saw that tweet!
Purpose and intention are crucial to innovation https://t.co/rBULRsJc9w
A4: connecting and collaboration when it is intentional leads to the best innovation
A4: Actually, "RELATIONSHIP = most important word there. Everything starts there: w/ human-centric stuff! https://t.co/YKeuEPpcDw
Still hearing stories of competitive environments - mindsets need to change to thrive. A4
A4 Collaboration helps us consider and value each other's ideas.
Even someone who works and creates in isolation eventually wants someone to see what they have done. It's all connected.
******* Q5 is up in one minute *******
A4 if the goal is to create we must connect,share ideas & improve on previous work- even Newton had help! https://t.co/CZ2pjLrYwg
Excellent lessons tonight by counting by 3s, adding within 100
A4 School structures do not lend well to connections and collaboration for teachers- squash innovation. Time to rebuild the box.
True but it is not happening on a regular basis in many places I know of.
excellent pt I challenge my Ss perspectives in History daily but how ofen we as Ts forget to practice what we preach!
Yes!!, Cant favorite this enough https://t.co/keKkjWP0OB
Excellent lessons tonight by counting by 3s, adding within 100
value of others ideas is key in collaboration
Q5: After realizing the importance of connecting and collaborating with innovation, list examples of innovation you see each day.
We can guide+provide a platform for our Ss but they should be leading the innovation thru collaboration https://t.co/O1Ct7UM8gN
A4:We need to collab w/ ppl to provide innovative ideas. Collab produces ideas/vision that didn't exist b4 https://t.co/TZWAyg7AVi
A4: Schools must provide time for teachers to connect in order to increase innovation
#4 now. Hillary is hurting us
I agree, Julie! Trust fosters the work.
A5: I see & the team taking intentional time to play w/ new apps - just to get exposure https://t.co/h218mShN9k
Q5: After realizing the importance of connecting and collaborating with innovation, list examples of innovation you see each day.
A5: I see it daily where we prototype ideas or agendas and build them over time! Love working with in this process!
I would totally agree that innovation would occur from a highly motivated person GREAT PT
A5: Twitter is an innovative way to learn and grow. I learn things every day. This is collab. to the max https://t.co/BaJCi2UjGg
Great example! Trying out new tech to experiment
Great answer , Watertank Math agrees! https://t.co/60TEAfy47z
A2 - Community involvement, understanding the issues of the students re: access, equity
A5: The way a teacher can modify a lesson on the spot when they realize their students are way ahead/behind on the topic
A5: My school has been charged w/ innovating edu. What does our ideal school look like? Staff mtgs & great convo about this.
And the other thing i emphasise about "shoulders of giants" is we have learnt from their mistakes too
A5: just talking to Ts & Ss. Finding their interests allows me to connect interests to lessons. Collaborate through relationships.
Pushing new ideas for PD, like the model.
A5: The PBL work happening in my district. Getting started--baby steps--still exciting.
A5: Genius hour - ss coding and creating resources to share across the nation and globe
Empowerment builds self-confidence and a growth mindset. https://t.co/Uwl5MrSD3d
A3: Empowering! It's like teaching the person to fish for a lifetime!
A5: getting artsy tonight with his images. Oh those font colors...
A5: Edcamps on a regional scale.
A5-a giant white board in my office filled w/ ideas of things we want to try in order to create a new school experience for kids
A5: We're charged to "dream big" and create an innovating lrn campus. We get to reinvent school. How cool is that?
innovation is so much fun!!!
A5: I see teachers finding real world problems for their students to solve/getting out of the way to let them solve the problems.
Absolutely! Hope to see you at
A5: Up and down my hall, everyday. Just tell a teacher there is a problem. Then stand back and watch.
A5: Innovation = SWEEEET PD days he's got in the works for this summer.
A5 21st century learners desire innovation - who are we to hold them back
shout out for innovating PD in our district
There are TONS of real world problems to solve in this world. Pull your head out of your objectives and look around.
Thanks for all of your help !!
A5 I see lots of creativity, risk taking, and student voice in so many of our classrooms.
Signing off early tonight. Loved learning from everyone's great ideas. Thanks, Bobby, for moderating. Stellar job!
A5: OSU is changing their online learning system to something completely new. Collabs from diff offices. https://t.co/saFmYYCLhX
Q5: After realizing the importance of connecting and collaborating with innovation, list examples of innovation you see each day.
Late sign in from Allen....
Awesome! Sooo excited to hear about it
A5: Just for fun - This is my mind on a daily basis. It kind of models the process of any idea https://t.co/8FeAKxpTPU
**** Q6 is up in one minute ****
A5 Really like the emphasis on Relationships! https://t.co/vL2h0Ia7zA
A5: just talking to Ts & Ss. Finding their interests allows me to connect interests to lessons. Collaborate through relationships.
Our Ts are innovative in their willingness to do whatever it takes to meet the needs of our Ss based on data analysis thru TBTs
I think these edchats are incredibly innovative!
And Canvas is ripe for innovation! https://t.co/NdI2rUYUEZ
A5: OSU is changing their online learning system to something completely new. Collabs from diff offices. https://t.co/saFmYYCLhX
Q5: After realizing the importance of connecting and collaborating with innovation, list examples of innovation you see each day.
has been great. Ss trade problems and respond on twitter. They love it.
Q6: What is the biggest barrier to innovation in classrooms & schools?
must be the leadership. A-MAZE-ING!
planning on being there! Looking at best places to stay!
Q5: Lots of new ideas for using to do all kinds of things by Ss & Ts.
Love it! And so will current AND future students. Great piece to market! Get in touch if you want ideas
He was showing me how many people played his game.
A6: Time, no time for planning or collaborating.
awesome, Adam! It'll be epic!
I'd love to! Motivational quotes aplenty
A5: Love seeing district-to-district connections and collaborations b/t Ts and Ss.
A6 Holding on to outdated notions. We just can't seem to shake some of them.
sure is has been doing a great job. It's a huge project that needs a lot of support.
A5: T's are embracing 1:1. Embedding tech to support instruction and guide teaching and learning. Impressive.
A6: Not believing in your own good idea.
A6: In WV, still normal (perhaps encouraged) to rely on school-district to provide adequate lrng opps to maintain relevance w/Ss.
A6" The biggest barrier to innovation in our schools are the words, "Yeah, but..."
We had a student featured for his work - I understand - so exciting
A5: I get to learn about Canvas next week--new (to me) tool with lots of potential. Already collab. w/colleagues. Excited!
or "but ,we have always done it that way" https://t.co/cHGHQOU1fg
A6" The biggest barrier to innovation in our schools are the words, "Yeah, but..."
A6: resistance and complacency. Those that do not reflect are fine with the status quo
A6: The MANY things that are on our plates! We are balancing too many things in the air!
We worry too much about "how" and too little about "why." https://t.co/DwMHas43DU
A6" The biggest barrier to innovation in our schools are the words, "Yeah, but..."
A6: not willing to try or explore options
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A6: Mindset/ wanting to stay in the box
A5 Willingness to fail and sometimes challenging norms.
A6: Fear. Plain and simple.
A6: People who get frustrated with the process and just want to be told what to do.
A6: Using test scores to validate or change school operations.
Thanks for sharing, teachers/students are the ones that make it happen!
Hard to stop being creatures of habit https://t.co/bYrTVWCaNZ
A6 Holding on to outdated notions. We just can't seem to shake some of them.
A6: People who settle for good...
A6: Seeing things as barriers instead of opportunities for innovation IS the biggest barrier.
A6: willingness to change. Battles between Ts who want to innovate and those who don't. Some need to see to believe b4 changing.
I use Canvas for my Master's program very useful and powerful
A6: my gut reaction: we limit ourselves b/c we presume/assume it isn't possible. = everything https://t.co/ldA5rdlyVh
A6 Biggest barrier is a fixed mindset of educations - the inability to have a vision for the future
A6: "We tried it before "
No doubt! Truly a shame too! Just hurts the students in the end.
A6: An unwillingness to LISTEN before speaking.
A6: Skills required for ACT/SAT SBAC PARCC not matching those desired by employers.
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One is the content silos, Ts should co-plan more often https://t.co/pVCvPdxnu0
A6 Holding on to outdated notions. We just can't seem to shake some of them.
I loved that one Ray. B/c I've mostly experienced competition & little cooperation.
A6: Ss, Ts, community, lack of resources, disparities between districts...the list can go on.
A6 Lack of willingness to step out of the comfort zone
I agree. The daily schedule doesn't help either.
