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NoVAEdChat Jun 7 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #NoVAedchat! We're talking Visual Literacy today! Tag a friend and share an awesome image to introduce yourself

Techy_Margaret Jun 7 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Hey #NoVAedchat! Sorry I can't be there tonight! I'm at the FCPS Honors Awards ceremony! :) Can't wait to check out the convo tmo!

techinteaching - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Hi Everyone! Welcome to #NoVAedChat. Please introduce yourself and share something you learned today!

GCMLibrary Jun 7 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hi #novaedchat! I'm Krissy, HS Librarian in Falls Church, VA. Glad to see that @techinteaching is already here!!

scholarcation Jun 7 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hey everyone! HS tech coach in Springfield Va. #NoVAedchat

PHES_ITC Jun 7 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Hi #NoVAedchat I'm in & out tonight- Michele, tech coach from Arlington.

GCMLibrary Jun 7 @ 8:04 PM EDT

I forgot the picture! #novaedchat (Sometimes you have to make your own laughs.)

timothy_tanner1 Jun 7 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Good evening! Tim from Charleston #NoVAedchat

NoVAEdChat Jun 7 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Q1 How might visual literacy impact you? In your classroom? As part of your job? https://t.co/SUhm5B9kJ0 #NoVAedchat

abctec Jun 7 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Michelle from Kings Park ES tech specialist #NoVAedchat

GCMLibrary Jun 7 @ 8:06 PM EDT

A1 Visual lit is HUGE in the library. It's how Ss find what they want. How they navigate the space and the tools. #novaedchat

GCMLibrary Jun 7 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Hi MIchelle! #novaedchat

In reply to @abctec

timothy_tanner1 Jun 7 @ 8:06 PM EDT

A1: Visual literacy can have a lasting impact. Ask any marketing firm. #NoVAedchat

GCMLibrary Jun 7 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Hi Tim! Glad you're here! #novaedchat

In reply to @timothy_tanner1

GCMLibrary Jun 7 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Hi Michelle! I think I may be in & out too. Busy time of year and time of day. #novaedchat

In reply to @PHES_ITC

techinteaching - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1 It's definitely important for kids to make meaning of their learning in many ways, not only the traditional. #NOVaedChat

timothy_tanner1 Jun 7 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Likewise! #NoVAedChat

In reply to @GCMLibrary

GCMLibrary Jun 7 @ 8:08 PM EDT

True! And visual lit can be a great way to demonstrate learning too. #novaedchat

In reply to @techinteaching

GCMLibrary Jun 7 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Hi, Summer! Glad you are here tonight! #novaedchat

In reply to @scholarcation

PHES_ITC Jun 7 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: right now, I see a lot of issues w/ #fakenews -- Ss/Ts' inability to discern real media/photos from fake #NoVAedchat

techinteaching - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:09 PM EDT

That's a really good point! #NoVaedChat

In reply to @PHES_ITC

GCMLibrary Jun 7 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Very relevant. And the media is taking advantage of that. #novaedchat

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GCMLibrary Jun 7 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Here's a different kind of visual literacy from my not-quite-12 year old niece who is very upset I'm focused on #novaedchat right now. #gifs

abctec Jun 7 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Here is my awesome image to intro myself. I coach travel softball. This is "Scary Me" #NoVAedchat

GCMLibrary Jun 7 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Ha! That's a serious face! #novaedchat

In reply to @abctec

GCMLibrary Jun 7 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Hey @findreadexplore! You should join #novaedchat for a minute! We're talking about visual literacy.

NoVAEdChat Jun 7 @ 8:15 PM EDT

Q2 What makes visual literacy important now? How has it changed over time? #NoVAedchat

techinteaching - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2 It seems to continue to have a big role in our lives- often we see Apps as a way we need to be visually literate. #NoVaedChat

GCMLibrary Jun 7 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2 I think I've become more skeptical (in a good way) in the way I look at visual media. Questioning sources and bias. #novaedchat

GCMLibrary Jun 7 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2 cont. Also changed the way I communicate. Gifs, emojis, etc help quickly express reactions and emotions. #novaedchat

amustREED Jun 7 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2 we are becoming more visual based on games & social media #novaedchat

PHES_ITC Jun 7 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Q2: we (mostly) used to be able to trust that sources were legit. W/the age of the internet, photoshop & filters...not so much #novaedchat

scholarcation Jun 7 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A1 - I'd be curious to know everyone's definition of visual literacy! #NoVAedchat

PHES_ITC Jun 7 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2: we (mostly) used to be able to trust that sources were legit. W/the age of the internet, photoshop & filters...not so much #NoVAedchat

GCMLibrary Jun 7 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Good thinking! Simplistically: Understanding information from pictures. But I think it's more than that. #novaedchat

In reply to @scholarcation

PHES_ITC Jun 7 @ 8:20 PM EDT

I'd say ability to understand and evaluate visual and written messages #novaedchat

In reply to @scholarcation

abctec Jun 7 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A2: It helps w/perspective, elicit emotion. develop understanding. changed? It now adds the element of questioning of validity #NoVAedchat

timothy_tanner1 Jun 7 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A2: Immediate media that everyone can take part in at anytime - the news outlet is at your fingertips. Anyone can post anything. #NoVAedchat

GCMLibrary Jun 7 @ 8:22 PM EDT

That evaluation piece feels like it comes naturally to me but I think we have to teach that to our Ss. #novaedchat

In reply to @PHES_ITC, @scholarcation

GCMLibrary Jun 7 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Yes! The immediacy changes media consumption. #novaedchat

In reply to @timothy_tanner1

techinteaching - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Which is a really important skill to have- questioning is critical. #NoVAedChat

In reply to @GCMLibrary

NoVAEdChat Jun 7 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Q3 What might be some benefits / drawbacks of visual literacy? #NoVAedchat

timothy_tanner1 Jun 7 @ 8:25 PM EDT

I think a lot of adults need to be taught that lesson too. #NoVAedChat

In reply to @GCMLibrary, @PHES_ITC, @scholarcation

GCMLibrary Jun 7 @ 8:26 PM EDT

Same here. Different/new application of the same critical thinking we hope to impart on all our Ss. #novaedchat

In reply to @abctec, @PHES_ITC, @scholarcation

GCMLibrary Jun 7 @ 8:26 PM EDT

Sure feels like it some days! #novaedchat

In reply to @timothy_tanner1, @PHES_ITC, @scholarcation

techinteaching - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3 It's definitely important for kids to connect learning to images. I feel like some Ss have a hard time with visuals. #NoVAedChat

abctec Jun 7 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Q3: can be crutch - both good and bad - too reliant on the visual but no depth in understanding or evaluation and missing point #NoVAedchat

GCMLibrary Jun 7 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A3 benefit - I like to use visuals + words to meet accommodate different S abilities & preferences. #novaedchat

timothy_tanner1 Jun 7 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A3: Benefit - the immediate emotion it can bring. Drawback - you can't unseen some things. #NoVAedchat #ew

techinteaching - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:29 PM EDT

bahahahaha! #NoVAedChat

In reply to @timothy_tanner1

GCMLibrary Jun 7 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A3 drawback - The viewer's own perspective will impact the meaning they get from an image. #novaedchat

PHES_ITC Jun 7 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A3: b/c so much info is visual, & b/c it's so pervasive,Ts really need to learn abt & teach Ss how media influences & persuades #novaedchat

PHES_ITC Jun 7 @ 8:32 PM EDT

I guess this is a drawback. Im not sure. I feel like visual literacy used to be kinda artsy. Now everyone needs to know it #novaedchat

PHES_ITC Jun 7 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A3: b/c so much info is visual, & b/c it's so pervasive,Ts really need to learn abt & teach Ss how media influences & persuades #novaedchat

GCMLibrary Jun 7 @ 8:32 PM EDT

#NoVAedchat

In reply to @timothy_tanner1

GCMLibrary Jun 7 @ 8:34 PM EDT

I think the manipulation of media is part of what makes this feel like a drawback. #novaedchat

In reply to @PHES_ITC

timothy_tanner1 Jun 7 @ 8:34 PM EDT

I agree. I also think that sometimes images can speak better than words. Need to teach Ss when each is appropriate to use. #NoVAedchat

In reply to @abctec

BrianHerb17 Jun 7 @ 8:34 PM EDT

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NoVAEdChat Jun 7 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Q4 How might you incorporate visual literacy into you instruction and evaluation of student learning? #NoVAedchat

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GCMLibrary Jun 7 @ 8:35 PM EDT

So glad you're here, Brian! #novaedchat

In reply to @BrianHerb17

amustREED Jun 7 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Ability for Ss & Ts to eval info through #visualliteracy seems to be moving target today #novaedchat

amustREED Jun 7 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A4 ask Ssto incorporate & evaluate visual literacy w/in projects n more. #novaedchat

PHES_ITC Jun 7 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A4: It has to explicitly be taught 2 some extent. Real world ex. for relevance. Use inquiry model-what do I see? What's it mean #novaedchat

GCMLibrary Jun 7 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A4 I'd like to convince some Ts to allow for more visual options to show mastery. Incorporating visual cues into my instruction. #novaedchat

GCMLibrary Jun 7 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A4 cont Incorporate visual examples into our evaluating sources lessons. #novaedchat

BrianHerb17 Jun 7 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A4: Including in instruction is easier. Also offering as a option for Ss in assignments. Evaluation, not as easy. #NoVAedchat

timothy_tanner1 Jun 7 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A4: Having Ss #create a visual representation of what they want to #communicate about their learning can be very powerful. #NoVAedchat.

GCMLibrary Jun 7 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Could be a great way to show reflection, if not evaluation. #novaedchat

In reply to @BrianHerb17

monica_gennello Jun 7 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A1-VisLit is a great way to help kids visualize and better remember the info in class. I also find it super helpful in my life! #novaedchat

GCMLibrary Jun 7 @ 8:41 PM EDT

I like to color code things. I use it in my life too!! #novaedchat

In reply to @monica_gennello

acuteteacher Jun 7 @ 8:42 PM EDT

She has a good reason for missing #novaedchat @Techy_Margaret yay!!!!

BrianHerb17 Jun 7 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A4: Nice fit with persuasive writing in English. Visuals can be useful in presenting info to support an argument. #NoVAedchat

timothy_tanner1 Jun 7 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Great to have visual as part of reflection. #NoVAedchat

In reply to @GCMLibrary, @BrianHerb17

techinteaching - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:43 PM EDT

It really can...and activates different parts of the brain. #NoVAedChat

In reply to @timothy_tanner1

GCMLibrary Jun 7 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Oh yeah she does! Super star!! #novaedchat

In reply to @acuteteacher, @Techy_Margaret

GCMLibrary Jun 7 @ 8:44 PM EDT

And different S strengths. Might get more out of a S who is less comfortable in other literacies. #novaedchat

In reply to @techinteaching, @timothy_tanner1

NoVAEdChat Jun 7 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Q5 This article calls “picting” the new literacy. What do you think? https://t.co/ULkdAgul1v #NoVAedchat

GCMLibrary Jun 7 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Same!! Keep a to do list on my calendar but resort back to pen and paper when I'm super busy. #novaedchat

In reply to @monica_gennello

GCMLibrary Jun 7 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A5 Not sure I'd call it new. I think "picting" is a part of visual literacy and is def more prevalent than it used to be. #novaedchat

BrianHerb17 Jun 7 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A5 Maybe going too far. The change from text to pics may be partially due to our fairly recent ability to send pics easily. #NoVAedchat

techinteaching - Moderator Jun 7 @ 8:49 PM EDT

That's an interesting point. #NoVAedChat

In reply to @BrianHerb17

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monica_gennello Jun 7 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A3 easily accessible, but info can be faked and people need to be literate #novaedchat

timothy_tanner1 Jun 7 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A5: Cameras on phones have moved everyone in that direction - whether taking pics of food or a truly historical moment. #NoVAedchat

GCMLibrary Jun 7 @ 8:51 PM EDT

No film. No development time. Pics are available with a quick keyword search. Huge impact on text -> pics. #novaedchat

In reply to @techinteaching, @BrianHerb17

PHES_ITC Jun 7 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A5: images are appealing-It's not new. (TLDR) I also don't think that it replaces. Ts need 2 find ways 2 harness this interest #novaedchat

BrianHerb17 Jun 7 @ 8:52 PM EDT

Showing my age, but I had an acoustic modem & websites were once all text. But Ts can include pics & VisLit to create interest #NoVAedchat

BrianHerb17 Jun 7 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A5 Maybe going too far. The change from text to pics may be partially due to our fairly recent ability to send pics easily. #NoVAedchat

monica_gennello Jun 7 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A4 I try to add visual lectures, videos, graphic organizers, etc. to instruction. Keeps kids engaged too! #novaedchat

NoVAEdChat Jun 7 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Q6 I’ll help my students develop visual literacy by …. #NoVAedchat

GCMLibrary Jun 7 @ 8:55 PM EDT

I mean, this won't replace text, but I'm not sure I could describe this feeling / life goal as well as this video does. #novaedchat

justinmduke May 5 @ 11:37 PM EDT

the term "life goals" gets bandied about too much, but this group of capybaras in a hot tub has achieved everything that I want in life

monica_gennello Jun 7 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A5 - it's definitely an AWESOME form of communication, but writing skills should still be emphasized as well! #novaedchat

GCMLibrary Jun 7 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A6 by upping my "visual" game in lessons & signage in the library. Encourage my Ss to think critically about info inc. visuals. #novaedchat

BrianHerb17 Jun 7 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A6 Including visuals in lessons & helping Ss learn how visuals can augment txt. Giving assignments that encourage use of Visuals #NoVAedchat

NatalieBerry472 Jun 7 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A5: Picting allows for more communication and more connection for users, doesn't necessarily better these though #novaedchat

monica_gennello Jun 7 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A6 teach fair use/copyright, source validity, how to use various technologies, modeling more visual lit in the classroom! #novaedchat

NoVAEdChat Jun 7 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Thanks for joining us tonight for #NoVAedchat! See you next Wednesday!!

timothy_tanner1 Jun 7 @ 8:59 PM EDT

A6: ...providing examples/comparisons of and opportunities to use visual literacy. #NoVAedchat

GCMLibrary Jun 7 @ 8:59 PM EDT

More isn't always better! #novaedchat

In reply to @NatalieBerry472