#sstlap Archive

Weekly chat 8CST that infuses the ideas of Teach Like a Pirate by Dave Burgess into the Social Studies classroom.
Thursday February 2, 2017
9:00 PM EST
  • MrsMurat Feb 2 @ 9:00 PM EST
    My Ss provide evidence they are digital leaders! https://t.co/Pjh5jwBm4K #scistuchat #sstlap #reg5chat lessonup
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:00 PM EST
    Welcome to #sstlap tonight we are talk about #booksnaps #tlap and how to create our own warehouse of awesome #sstlap adventures
  • participatechat Feb 2 @ 9:00 PM EST
    Participate in the upcoming #sstlap by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/AYOic0QbA2
  • ProfGeorgeEdu Feb 2 @ 9:01 PM EST
    Tyler from MI here! APUSH, WHAP, SST methods and ed tech! #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:02 PM EST
    nice I adjusted the questions tonight to hopefully work better with your ss - #sstlap check out site https://t.co/nVDsOqI5Pi
    In reply to @ProfGeorgeEdu
  • Ryan7Read Feb 2 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Ryan from IL, #STEAM teacher, manager of campus tech fresh from reading: #sldunktank and #startrightnow #sstlap
  • ProfGeorgeEdu Feb 2 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Welcoming my SST independent study Cs: @Daniell622 @MrStricklin and @MrShindorf to the chat. #sstlap
    In reply to @Daniell622, @MrStricklin, @MrShindorf
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Ryan- the man the myth the legend- great to have you #sstlap
    In reply to @Ryan7Read
  • classroomtools Feb 2 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Hi Ben and #sstlap, this is Bill Chapman, a retired secondary social studies teacher, checking in from Berkeley, CA.
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:03 PM EST
    great to have new faces, ideas and preservice Ts here to learn together #sstlap
    In reply to @ProfGeorgeEdu, @Daniell622, @MrStricklin, @MrShindorf
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Thanks for joining- please introduce yourself Name where you're from grade subject What is one thing that has gone well this week #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Great to have you with us as you share so many great ideas Bill #sstlap
    In reply to @classroomtools
  • ProfGeorgeEdu Feb 2 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Agreed 💯 Excellent ways to build a PLN #sstlap
    In reply to @Braz74, @Daniell622, @MrStricklin, @MrShindorf
  • burgessdave Feb 2 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Join @Braz74 for #sstlap right NOW!! They are just getting started! #tlap #scitlap #XPLAP #playLAP #LearnLAP #LeadLAP
  • Ryan7Read Feb 2 @ 9:04 PM EST
    I am not, just a guy with tech and fun... and #megaman. #sstlap
    In reply to @Braz74
  • burgessdave Feb 2 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Your town has been making some news, Bill! ;) #sstlap
    In reply to @classroomtools
  • classroomtools Feb 2 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Thanks Ben, but not too sure that I'll have much to say tonight. We'll see. #sstlap
    In reply to @Braz74
  • jmadlin001 Feb 2 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Hi everyone! Julie from NNY. I teach gr7 & 8 U.S. History. #sstlap
  • CHitch94 Feb 2 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Chris from Bloomington, IN. Teach world history for private online HS. Have had some great convos w/ Ss this week. #sstlap
  • ProfGeorgeEdu Feb 2 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Adding to my post, my week is going great! We are now up to $4k for our NHS charity program for @chadtough #sstlap
    In reply to @chadtough
  • MrStricklin Feb 2 @ 9:05 PM EST
    it's great to be here! Looking forward to broadening my horizon with this type of online learning! #sstlap
    In reply to @Braz74, @ProfGeorgeEdu
  • burgessdave Feb 2 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Welcome! Love students in our chats! #sstlap #tlap
    In reply to @ProfGeorgeEdu, @Daniell622, @MrStricklin, @MrShindorf
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Ben Brazeau tech integrator social studies host of #sstlap Connect with Ts who I haven't worked with to work with ss and using #booksnaps
    • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:04 PM EST
      Thanks for joining- please introduce yourself Name where you're from grade subject What is one thing that has gone well this week #sstlap
  • classroomtools Feb 2 @ 9:06 PM EST
    So it has. Actually it was the campus, which is a separate entity from the town, but still ... #sstlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • Daniell622 Feb 2 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Hello everyone I am Daniell May and I am a Senior majoring in Special Education #sstlap
    In reply to @ProfGeorgeEdu, @Braz74, @MrStricklin, @MrShindorf
  • book_techjunkie Feb 2 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Raquel, K-5 librarian in Green Bay gots lots of work accomplished at our library all day meeting. That doesn't always happen :/ #sstlap
  • Ryan7Read Feb 2 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Of course still trying to get our @WonderWorkshop for the kinders. https://t.co/QilAMgKM8z #sstlap
    In reply to @WonderWorkshop
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Check out https://t.co/nVDsOqI5Pi to get more insight into tonight's chat and share your amazing stuff with the rest of the crew! #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:07 PM EST
    oh much of it is about teaching - things you have done for years #sstlap
    In reply to @classroomtools
  • MrBarry628 Feb 2 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Boom goes the dynamite from the ATL! Matt 8th gr US history & gov... here we go! #sstlap
  • acottos Feb 2 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Adam, 5/6 social studies, Brooklyn, OH! Flexibility has gone well! It's Catholic Schools Week, so our schedules are all changed! #sstlap
  • Ryan7Read Feb 2 @ 9:07 PM EST
    yep, just put in my input. I'm feeling bold after #sldunktank and #startrightnow and my new #sketchnotes #sstlap
    In reply to @Braz74
  • Ryan7Read Feb 2 @ 9:08 PM EST
    BAM!!! #sstlap
    In reply to @MrBarry628
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:08 PM EST
    Welcome to all who jumped in tonight - sorry not keeping up with so many jumping in.. great to have all of you #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:08 PM EST
    Tonight's Qs are at https://t.co/nVDsOqI5Pi #sstlap
  • ProfGeorgeEdu Feb 2 @ 9:08 PM EST
    😂 #sstlap
    In reply to @MrBarry628
  • agoodin1 Feb 2 @ 9:08 PM EST
    #sstlap AG from AR. U.S. History. Songs, poetry, artwork, scrapbook & cereal box project biographies.
  • bsalyer94 Feb 2 @ 9:09 PM EST
    Brandon grade 4 in Reno! Hello! #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:09 PM EST
    nice congrats #sstlap
    In reply to @ProfGeorgeEdu, @chadtough
  • Mr_Lisek Feb 2 @ 9:09 PM EST
    Ryan in MI, 6th World Geo/7th World Hist. #sstlap Had a great time making inferences with climographs with my Ss.
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:10 PM EST
    Q1 If you were to write a book, What would be the title of your book? why? #sstlap #booksnaps #tlap
  • HitchDrive Feb 2 @ 9:10 PM EST
    Jim in IL, 7th US Hist/World Geo/Econ #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:10 PM EST
    it is game changing- have learned so much even stole lessons #sstlap chronicling https://t.co/nVDsOqI5Pi
    In reply to @MrStricklin, @ProfGeorgeEdu
  • burgessdave Feb 2 @ 9:10 PM EST
    "Lots accomplished" and "meeting" are not often used together...so congratulations!! #sstlap
    In reply to @book_techjunkie
  • rsdteacher5 Feb 2 @ 9:10 PM EST
    Dave, 5th grade, St. Louis #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:11 PM EST
    Q1 If you were to write a book would would be the titel #sstlap
  • STLinOK Feb 2 @ 9:11 PM EST
    Amy Presley, HS History w/ OK's largest high school. I'll be in & out of #sstlap tonight :( A good thing this week - Gremlin 1 turned 11!
  • CHitch94 Feb 2 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1) Chasing Eleanor - E. Roosevelt is one of my heroes. She stood for what she believed in, helped others, supported education, etc. #sstlap
  • bsalyer94 Feb 2 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1) neck ties and finger paints! Because I wear ties to school everyday and I wanna teach a looped k-6 classroom and write about it! #sstlap
  • HitchDrive Feb 2 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1 "Life in the Fast Lane from a MS SS Teacher" #sstlap
  • Ryan7Read Feb 2 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1: I @burgessdave might hate me 4 the name "Build like a Pirate" taking the Pirate practices & building into awesomeness 4 Ts & Ss #sstlap
    In reply to @burgessdave
  • Ryan7Read Feb 2 @ 9:12 PM EST
    I would get in the lane with you on that. #sstlap
    In reply to @HitchDrive
  • MrBarry628 Feb 2 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A1: Teaching history, one day at a time... #sstlap
  • Ryan7Read Feb 2 @ 9:13 PM EST
    Hence: "Build like a Pirate" #sstlap
    In reply to @BarbaraGruener, @mjjohnson1216, @TaraMartinEDU
  • agoodin1 Feb 2 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A1 We are Participators not Spectators! Teachers are pushing themselves & students to do more! #noslackers #sstlap
  • CHitch94 Feb 2 @ 9:13 PM EST
    Just heard a story on NPR tonight about the reboot of that 70s t.v. show. :) #sstlap
    In reply to @MrBarry628
  • rsdteacher5 Feb 2 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A1: Room 112: Where Boredom Doesn't Tread. I refuse to teach in the mundane way in which I was as an elementary student. #sstlap
  • MrBarry628 Feb 2 @ 9:14 PM EST
    I hear ya there! 207 ties and 130 of them are social studies themed! #sstlap
    In reply to @bsalyer94
  • classroomtools Feb 2 @ 9:14 PM EST
    A1 Constructing Reality: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow. #sstlap
  • acottos Feb 2 @ 9:14 PM EST
    A1: "Students Matter at All Levels!"...I've taught a wide range of ages...all students want the same thing! Positive relationships! #sstlap
  • Ryan7Read Feb 2 @ 9:14 PM EST
    that sounds awesome. #sstlap
    In reply to @bsalyer94
  • bsalyer94 Feb 2 @ 9:14 PM EST
    oh nice! Way more than my first year self! I've only got about 8 but do have a ss themed one! #sstlap
    In reply to @MrBarry628
  • ProfGeorgeEdu Feb 2 @ 9:14 PM EST
    Ben, do you want high school filling out the Google form or will this be tweeted as normal (Q1, 2, etc) #sstlap
    In reply to @Braz74
  • AssignmentHelpN Feb 2 @ 9:15 PM EST
    #EduAfterHours #sstlap #isedchat #TBookC #SciStuChat #atplc 10 Promises of eLearning: Unrealized or Unrealistic ? https://t.co/tRv8R2gtzw
  • book_techjunkie Feb 2 @ 9:15 PM EST
    That's a lot of ties! #sstlap
    In reply to @MrBarry628, @bsalyer94
  • cheffernan75 Feb 2 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A1 As a Geography T, I'd go with "Around the World in 180 Days Isn't Nearly Enough" #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:16 PM EST
    Q2 PIRATE stands for Passion Immersion Ask and Analyze Rapport Transformation and Enthusiasm What would your educational acronym? #sstlap
  • Mr_Lisek Feb 2 @ 9:16 PM EST
    Facilitating Greatness I've always wanted to write a collection of short stories about strategies used to help Ss create success. #sstlap
  • mhoeckelman Feb 2 @ 9:16 PM EST
    Hey crew. Matt from the STL checking in. Have a bunch of tests to grade tonight #sstlap
  • acottos Feb 2 @ 9:16 PM EST
    A1.2: or "Don't Sit Down and Be Quiet! Why a Noisy Classroom Is a Good Thing!" #sstlap
  • Ryan7Read Feb 2 @ 9:16 PM EST
    A2: UP: "Unconditional Passion" What is your UP? #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:16 PM EST
    love it! #sstlap
    In reply to @acottos
  • MrBarry628 Feb 2 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A2: Wow! That's a tough one! #sstlap
  • ProfGeorgeEdu Feb 2 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A1) A Day in the Life of a Domestic Dad Teacher - the chronicle of Tyler 😂 #sstlap
  • cheffernan75 Feb 2 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A2 CURE - Compassion Understanding Respect Empathy It's been the mantra of this week. #sstlap
    • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:16 PM EST
      Q2 PIRATE stands for Passion Immersion Ask and Analyze Rapport Transformation and Enthusiasm What would your educational acronym? #sstlap
  • HitchDrive Feb 2 @ 9:18 PM EST
    A2...the old sales acronym....AIDCA (Attention, Interest, Desire, Conviction, & Action) #sstlap
  • ProfGeorgeEdu Feb 2 @ 9:18 PM EST
    A2) Perspective, Achievement, Dedication, Domination. - PADD #sstlap
    • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:16 PM EST
      Q2 PIRATE stands for Passion Immersion Ask and Analyze Rapport Transformation and Enthusiasm What would your educational acronym? #sstlap
  • Mr_Lisek Feb 2 @ 9:18 PM EST
    I have 2 written (done for a Master's class). Prof told me to work and get them published. Maybe I dive deeper and go. #sstlap
    In reply to @bsalyer94
  • MrBarry628 Feb 2 @ 9:18 PM EST
    A2: HISTORY - How Interesting Stories Transform Our Reason of Youth!!! #sstlap
  • book_techjunkie Feb 2 @ 9:18 PM EST
    A1 "The Noisy Library" I love having the kids excited and making noise in the library I don't like it quiet #sstlap
  • jmadlin001 Feb 2 @ 9:18 PM EST
    A1 History in the Trenches: Middle School Social Studies. #sstlap #heuveltontech
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:18 PM EST
    nice and i like facilitating- get out of our ss way and let them shine not about us #sstlap
    • Mr_Lisek Feb 2 @ 9:16 PM EST
      Facilitating Greatness I've always wanted to write a collection of short stories about strategies used to help Ss create success. #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:18 PM EST
    Chris great to see you! #sstlap
    In reply to @cheffernan75
  • Ryan7Read Feb 2 @ 9:19 PM EST
    Now that's an acronym. #sstlap
    In reply to @MrBarry628
  • Ryan7Read Feb 2 @ 9:19 PM EST
    Dun Dun Dun! #sstlap
    In reply to @jmadlin001
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:19 PM EST
    nice -- and so many other awesome days afer #sstlap
  • cheffernan75 Feb 2 @ 9:19 PM EST
    well thank you. It seriously has been so needed over the last week. #sstlap
    In reply to @CHitch94
  • STLinOK Feb 2 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A1/2 DUCK Soup (Don't Underestimate Clever Kids) - hodge-podge of those stories we keep because nobody believes they really happened #sstlap
  • book_techjunkie Feb 2 @ 9:19 PM EST
    These stories are the best! #sstlap
    In reply to @STLinOK
  • cheffernan75 Feb 2 @ 9:20 PM EST
    don't know if I can stay the full hour, but I'll try to be in #sstlap as long as possible!
    In reply to @Braz74
  • ProfGeorgeEdu Feb 2 @ 9:20 PM EST
    Being a teacher has made me a better father, and being a father a better teacher. #sstlap
    In reply to @Braz74
  • massignmenthelp Feb 2 @ 9:20 PM EST
    #EduAfterHours #sstlap #isedchat #TBookC #SciStuChat #atplc #ICEilchat Project based learning https://t.co/u8MMjb1Oxk
  • Ryan7Read Feb 2 @ 9:20 PM EST
    we have a place called Duck Soup Coup near by. #sstlap
    In reply to @STLinOK
  • acottos Feb 2 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2: PEACE...Passion Equals Awesome Compasssionate Educators! #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:20 PM EST
    agree so much- want to excel to model so students see what is possible and go beyond #sstlap
  • CHitch94 Feb 2 @ 9:21 PM EST
    A2) F - Fun (and freedom) R- Respect (and relationships) E - Excitement (and empathy) S - Stories H - High expectations #sstlap
  • Ryan7Read Feb 2 @ 9:21 PM EST
    I like. #sstlap
    In reply to @CHitch94
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:22 PM EST
    Q3 How do you build rapport? What do the first days of class look like in your room? #sstlap #booksnaps #tlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:22 PM EST
    I agree, but always feel like I am coming up short in both as can't give either full attention-miss out but love both #sstlap
    In reply to @ProfGeorgeEdu
  • cheffernan75 Feb 2 @ 9:22 PM EST
    Love each of those! #sstlap
    In reply to @CHitch94
  • SteinbrinkLaura Feb 2 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A1: Swooping in fro MO because I like this question. I'm thinking "Create Like A Pirate." #sstlap
  • jmadlin001 Feb 2 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A2 My acronym would be ARE (awareness of the wider world, respect for themselves & others and empathy) #sstlap #heuveltontech
  • Ryan7Read Feb 2 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A3: Love share, what do you love, what do you want to know about another person, how can you turn it into something awesome! #sstlap
  • EduGladiators Feb 2 @ 9:22 PM EST
    🗽 Join #EduGladiators SATURDAY! NEW series - We are Family & @mathieu_w leads diversity convo! #NGSSchat #SAMedchat #saskedchat #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:22 PM EST
    appreciate you being here as long as you can.. I created a form on https://t.co/nVDsOqI5Pi hoping Ts share lessons #sstlap
    In reply to @cheffernan75
  • ProfGeorgeEdu Feb 2 @ 9:22 PM EST
    Couldn't agree more. #sstlap
    In reply to @Braz74
  • classroomtools Feb 2 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A3 Get kids talking, interacting, sharing. See https://t.co/noPs9BRR9B #sstlap
  • acottos Feb 2 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A3: learn little facts about each student. No lessons take place until I build some form of connection with each student! #sstlap
  • HitchDrive Feb 2 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A3 we do everything & anything to get the Ss to show who they are and make connections...fun, games, and a few fun surveys. #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:23 PM EST
    So many great responses- sorry I am not caught up yet with all of them- the questions weren't posting the right pics working on it #sstlap
  • ProfGeorgeEdu Feb 2 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A3) Getting to know my Ss. He history doesn't change, but the people learning does. Find commonalities. #sstlap
  • cheffernan75 Feb 2 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A3 I'm changing your Q a bit @Braz74 - after winter break, had to rebuild rapport by setting personal & class goals. #sstlap
    In reply to @Braz74
  • STLinOK Feb 2 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A3: No syllabus talk for days. QODs, stories, etc #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:24 PM EST
    love that you put fun in your answer- should be this all the time focus on students enjoying the experience of learning #sstlap
    In reply to @HitchDrive
  • CHitch94 Feb 2 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A3) Some getting to know you games, establishing class expectations (what do Ss want out of class, how do we make that happen). #sstlap
  • MrStricklin Feb 2 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A1)Stricklin's Guide to Changing The Statistics -Growing up in an area of poverty has pushed me to rise against the statistical norm #sstlap
  • book_techjunkie Feb 2 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A3 It's all in the names. I make sure I get names correct and say them as much as I can when I see them in the hallway #sstlap
  • cheffernan75 Feb 2 @ 9:24 PM EST
    after break we made posters for each class goal & table tents to remind us & peers of personal goals were working on. #sstlap
    In reply to @Braz74
  • Mr_Lisek Feb 2 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A3: Team building challenges. Ss work to solve puzzles together and create a culture of "keep trying" until successful. #sstlap
  • mrterborg Feb 2 @ 9:24 PM EST
    #globaledchat #sstlap #scilap #weirded
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:25 PM EST
    great response- always a work in progress and seeing areas for improvement and taking action is great example #sstlap
    In reply to @cheffernan75
  • jmadlin001 Feb 2 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A3 I greet Ss at the door, I ask Ss to complete learning & interest surveys. #sstlap #heuveltontech
  • ProfGeorgeEdu Feb 2 @ 9:25 PM EST
    It is rough at times. My three year old is beginning to ask if I'll stay home and play cars 😩 #sstlap
    In reply to @bsalyer94, @Braz74
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:25 PM EST
    love it- except lessons happening as you build the report just not jumping into content- all are learning from day 1 #sstlap
    • acottos Feb 2 @ 9:23 PM EST
      A3: learn little facts about each student. No lessons take place until I build some form of connection with each student! #sstlap
  • bsalyer94 Feb 2 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A3) knowing their names! Writing welcome to class notes. And making sure they know what to expect! #highexpectations #sstlap
  • rsdteacher5 Feb 2 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A3 By finding time to have one on one conversations with each student within the first week. #sstlap
  • Mr_Lisek Feb 2 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A3.2: First 2 weeks on nothing but procedure and team building. Ss created comics using iPads & Google Slides to demo procedures. #sstlap
  • cheffernan75 Feb 2 @ 9:26 PM EST
    it was so necessary - this year was crushing me before break. Really enjoying them now! #sstlap
    In reply to @Braz74
  • ProfGeorgeEdu Feb 2 @ 9:26 PM EST
    NICE! It is unreal the difference that money makes in a district. #sstlap
    In reply to @MrStricklin
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:26 PM EST
    yes names means personal connection is a big deal to ss #sstlap
    In reply to @bsalyer94
  • cheffernan75 Feb 2 @ 9:26 PM EST
    what's a sample QOD? #sstlap
    In reply to @STLinOK
  • acottos Feb 2 @ 9:27 PM EST
    very true! I mean content lessons...of course life lessons are happening along the way! #sstlap
    In reply to @Braz74
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:27 PM EST
    awesome to hear- have had sim experience- needed a chance to refocus and reconnect as comunity #sstlap
    In reply to @cheffernan75
  • ProfGeorgeEdu Feb 2 @ 9:27 PM EST
    A3) in be past I have had Ss practice essay outlines on their own life to adopt to AP expectations. #sstlap
  • Daniell622 Feb 2 @ 9:27 PM EST
    The title of my book would be The World Through My Eyes, people would know what I have been through and where I am headed #sstlap
    In reply to @Braz74
  • STLinOK Feb 2 @ 9:27 PM EST
    If you won Megamillions, but had to start a charity having to do with school with half the $...what would it be? #sstlap
    In reply to @cheffernan75
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:28 PM EST
    Q4 How do you Preheat the Grill? #sstlap #booksnaps #tlap
  • HitchDrive Feb 2 @ 9:28 PM EST
    A4 An interesting pic, question, video, game.... #sstlap
  • cheffernan75 Feb 2 @ 9:29 PM EST
    perfect! Love those types of Qs (though I fear the answers some of my Ss would give ;) ) #sstlap
    In reply to @STLinOK
  • Ryan7Read Feb 2 @ 9:29 PM EST
    A4: I bring in the props. Today was the #funkpop for my digital #PlayLAP project in #STEAM. kids went bonkers over it. #sstlap
  • classroomtools Feb 2 @ 9:29 PM EST
    A4 Different types of short warm-ups. https://t.co/BxuRNPJNRt #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:29 PM EST
    nice - powerful title!! I have ss share stories of thier lives and they have experienced more tragedy in short lives than I #sstlap
    • Daniell622 Feb 2 @ 9:27 PM EST
      The title of my book would be The World Through My Eyes, people would know what I have been through and where I am headed #sstlap
      In reply to @Braz74
  • CHitch94 Feb 2 @ 9:29 PM EST
    A4) Change room around (when I taught face to face), play some music related to the topic, give mysterious hint day before. #sstlap
  • STLinOK Feb 2 @ 9:29 PM EST
    A4: When I stop myself to go close the usually open door...the Ss perk up quick. They know I'm about to stir it up #sstlap
  • cheffernan75 Feb 2 @ 9:30 PM EST
    it made all the difference in the world. & it's great to watch other Ss help their peers with their goal! #sstlap
    In reply to @Braz74
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:30 PM EST
    nice! great goal- even better if you accomplish because it builds the community you need to do all other things #sstlap
    In reply to @rsdteacher5
  • cheffernan75 Feb 2 @ 9:31 PM EST
    I need to figure out how to do that! In my dream - I'd have an ice cream Social before Day 1 to meet more Ss! #sstlap
    In reply to @rsdteacher5
  • HitchDrive Feb 2 @ 9:31 PM EST
    love the mysterious hint the day before! #sstlap
    In reply to @CHitch94
  • bsalyer94 Feb 2 @ 9:31 PM EST
    I love when I get to present an activity with no instruction and let them think and discuss before I say anything! #sstlap
  • acottos Feb 2 @ 9:31 PM EST
    A4: songs, images, interesting vocabulary, what if questions...anything that makes the next thing seem like a must see event! #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:32 PM EST
    with pic-saw strategy show 1/2 a pic or zoomed in image-have ss guess what it is-- show and discuss pic and how connects #sstlap
    In reply to @HitchDrive
  • Mr_Lisek Feb 2 @ 9:32 PM EST
    I stud. taught with 2003 Mich. TOY, who wrote the book Best Year Ever. I saw the success he had. Never looked back. #sstlap
    In reply to @bsalyer94
  • SteinbrinkLaura Feb 2 @ 9:32 PM EST
    A3: Day one is a nerdy @PearDeck to get to know them pretty well, then a slideshow pres on their summer for day 2. I make one too. #sstlap
    In reply to @PearDeck
  • cherylabla Feb 2 @ 9:32 PM EST
    So small, but has a huge impact! #sstlap
    • acottos Feb 2 @ 9:23 PM EST
      A3: learn little facts about each student. No lessons take place until I build some form of connection with each student! #sstlap
  • HitchDrive Feb 2 @ 9:32 PM EST
    love it....will use...great idea #sstlap
    In reply to @Mr_Lisek, @bsalyer94
  • Mr_Lisek Feb 2 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A4: Anytime I can intro with a song or video, kids perk up and are ready. #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:33 PM EST
    great examples - love to have you share ideas on form https://t.co/nVDsOqI5Pi especially online teaching lessons #sstlap
    In reply to @CHitch94
  • MrStricklin Feb 2 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A2) Learn Inspire Fight Excel - L.I.F.E. #sstlap
  • cherylabla Feb 2 @ 9:33 PM EST
    Awesome! #sstlap
    • acottos Feb 2 @ 9:20 PM EST
      A2: PEACE...Passion Equals Awesome Compasssionate Educators! #sstlap
  • rsdteacher5 Feb 2 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A4 Sell the next day like car salesman. Like to tell Ss the next day is so great that if they are sick, have mom drag bed to class. #sstlap
  • ProfGeorgeEdu Feb 2 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A4) well designed bell ringers! We had one on banning pop (showed them a clip from That Sugar Film) to introduce prohibition #sstlap
  • book_techjunkie Feb 2 @ 9:33 PM EST
    Songs are a great way to get kids involved and excited! #sstlap
    In reply to @Mr_Lisek
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:34 PM EST
    Q5 Don't lose momentum in the transitions- How do you keep the high level of energy and flow of engagement? #sstlap #booksnaps #tlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:34 PM EST
    Q5 Don't lose the momentum in the transitions- How do you keep the high level of energy and flow of engagement? #sstlap
  • SteinbrinkLaura Feb 2 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A4: Depends . I decorate my door, my room, myself, all of those or none. I may just to a kinesthetic preheat. #sstlap
  • Ryan7Read Feb 2 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A5: I went thru this today. It's keeping what you wants the Ss to learn & understand. If it falls apart, pick up a piece and go. #sstlap
  • HitchDrive Feb 2 @ 9:35 PM EST
    always make sure they have everything they (Ss) need at beg of class.....countdown in diff languages during transitions #sstlap
  • HitchDrive Feb 2 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A5 always make sure they have everything they (Ss) need at beg of class.....countdown in diff languages during transitions #sstlap
  • CHitch94 Feb 2 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A5) Plan well. Have Ss practice getting desks into diff formations early in year. Timed them. Made for easier transitions later. #sstlap
  • MrStricklin Feb 2 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A3)Get students comfortable with the environment you provide, while pushing them to understand expectations and motivation you have #sstlap
  • cheffernan75 Feb 2 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A5 The tease...build up what comes next so they WANT to transition quickly! #sstlap
  • burgessdave Feb 2 @ 9:36 PM EST
    Absolutely loving the #BookSnaps questions for #sstlap tonight, @Braz74 #sweet! cc: @TaraMartinEDU #tlap
    In reply to @Braz74, @TaraMartinEDU
  • ProfGeorgeEdu Feb 2 @ 9:36 PM EST
    A5) Cliffhangers and scaffolding. You always have to blend/merge lessons together. Current events help too #sstlap
    • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:34 PM EST
      Q5 Don't lose the momentum in the transitions- How do you keep the high level of energy and flow of engagement? #sstlap
  • bsalyer94 Feb 2 @ 9:36 PM EST
    A5) all about the expectations and procedures. 2 minute warnings, kids being exciting about the material helps get them moving too!#sstlap
  • Daniell622 Feb 2 @ 9:36 PM EST
    Q2) C.R.A.P.S: Continue to Reach for Academic Power and Success #sstlap
    In reply to @Braz74
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:37 PM EST
    Definitely excited about the potential of #booksnaps thanks @TaraMartinEDU for sharing the idea #sstlap
    In reply to @TaraMartinEDU
  • acottos Feb 2 @ 9:37 PM EST
    A5: I stand in the hallway telling the previous class not to say anything about what we did to the next class...it builds curiosity! #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:37 PM EST
    NIce - great acronym!! #sstlap
    • Daniell622 Feb 2 @ 9:36 PM EST
      Q2) C.R.A.P.S: Continue to Reach for Academic Power and Success #sstlap
      In reply to @Braz74
  • Ryan7Read Feb 2 @ 9:37 PM EST
    I'm working on getting more #booksnaps to my Ts and Ss right now. #sstlap
    In reply to @Braz74, @TaraMartinEDU
  • rsdteacher5 Feb 2 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A5 Spend time on transition procedures at beginning of year. Also play a transition "song" with a high energy beat. Love the 80's! #sstlap
  • cherylabla Feb 2 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A5) I think when we, the teacher makes it exciting and interesting for us, the students follow. Fun! Exciting! Relevant for all! #sstlap
  • MrStricklin Feb 2 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A4) Bellringers bellringers bellringers. Catch their attention early and challenge them from the moment they walk through your door. #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:38 PM EST
    Songs- even having ss create their own songs #sstlap
    • acottos Feb 2 @ 9:31 PM EST
      A4: songs, images, interesting vocabulary, what if questions...anything that makes the next thing seem like a must see event! #sstlap
  • SteinbrinkLaura Feb 2 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A5: I work hard to keep my own energy and enthusiasm up as we transition, I stay focused on the goal, and I admit when I fail at it. #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:39 PM EST
    Pear deck is awesome! get to connect to ss #sstlap
    In reply to @SteinbrinkLaura, @PearDeck
  • ProfGeorgeEdu Feb 2 @ 9:39 PM EST
    I brought this in to teach primary sources! LOVE this! #sstlap
    In reply to @Braz74, @TaraMartinEDU
  • cherylabla Feb 2 @ 9:39 PM EST
    Absolutely! #sstlap
    • MrStricklin Feb 2 @ 9:38 PM EST
      A4) Bellringers bellringers bellringers. Catch their attention early and challenge them from the moment they walk through your door. #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:39 PM EST
    My phone is popping with notifications- sorry I havn'et responded - i am not ignoring you just can't keep up #sstlap
  • STLinOK Feb 2 @ 9:39 PM EST
    Bedtime for small fry - gotta bow out early. Always a great way to end the day #sstlap Hoping to catch a few of you at #METC17!
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:40 PM EST
    Q6 What motivates you to achieve greatness and what are your goals to achieve your awesomeness? #sstlap #booksnaps #tlap
  • Mr_Lisek Feb 2 @ 9:40 PM EST
    A5: Have a learning activity available focus Ss on the task at hand right away. Hands on makes it better. #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:40 PM EST
    great example- and the change i think is huge as last because it comes after reflection -- #sstlap
    In reply to @MrShindorf
  • SteinbrinkLaura Feb 2 @ 9:40 PM EST
    Agreed! I love it, and if you haven't tried the student -paced mode, you should.#sstlap
    In reply to @Braz74, @PearDeck
  • Ryan7Read Feb 2 @ 9:40 PM EST
    A6: My family. #sstlap
  • MrStricklin Feb 2 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A5)avoid transitions altogether. Dont give students the boredom of a lull, rather challenge their thought process as you transition. #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:41 PM EST
    YES!!! this is great! such a good example! #sstlap
  • TaraMartinEDU Feb 2 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A4 Mozart hook or the Involved Audience Hook... I love playing music (Ss self-select songs) & when it stops we are back in. #sstlap
  • sgormanyogi Feb 2 @ 9:41 PM EST
    #sstlap. Coming in late. Don't know Qs. My answers: show movie clips to hook, use sports metaphors, props as metaphors, dress up.
  • ProfGeorgeEdu Feb 2 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A6) my boys, professional goals, and the hugs at graduation. You will always know when you have achieved this. #sstlap
  • CHitch94 Feb 2 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A6) Motivation is trying to ensure that every S learns much about history & him/herself. Model lifelong learning. #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:42 PM EST
    I am not an artist but love the drawing hook or use tech to create visual #sstlap
    • TaraMartinEDU Feb 2 @ 9:41 PM EST
      A4 Mozart hook or the Involved Audience Hook... I love playing music (Ss self-select songs) & when it stops we are back in. #sstlap
  • ProfGeorgeEdu Feb 2 @ 9:42 PM EST
    Well said, Travis. #sstlap
    In reply to @MrStricklin
  • cherylabla Feb 2 @ 9:42 PM EST
    A6) The pure joy and happiness on the faces of others. #sstlap
  • Ryan7Read Feb 2 @ 9:42 PM EST
    how very, very true. #sstlap
    In reply to @ProfGeorgeEdu
  • Meems852 Feb 2 @ 9:42 PM EST
    Sorry I'm super late! #sstlap
  • acottos Feb 2 @ 9:43 PM EST
    A6: my students. When they become interested, I want to build on it! I want to give them all the resources I can. I do it for them! #sstlap
  • rsdteacher5 Feb 2 @ 9:43 PM EST
    A6 Hunger to meet the level of my mentors like Ron Clark and Dave Burgess. Always pushing to raise my game to their level. #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:43 PM EST
    saw your posts a couple of times- sorry didn't get to connect sooner-- tonight is flying by #sstlap
    • STLinOK Feb 2 @ 9:39 PM EST
      Bedtime for small fry - gotta bow out early. Always a great way to end the day #sstlap Hoping to catch a few of you at #METC17!
  • TaraMartinEDU Feb 2 @ 9:43 PM EST
    A5 Mozart hook or the Involved Audience Hook I love playing music (Ss self-select songs/playlist) & when it stops we are back in. #sstlap
  • HitchDrive Feb 2 @ 9:43 PM EST
    A6 - love teaching bc of all of the change each day brings with the differing Ss' needs. #sstlap
  • Meems852 Feb 2 @ 9:44 PM EST
    A6 my students are my motivation!! I love seeing them excited about learning history! It's the best! #sstlap
  • ProfGeorgeEdu Feb 2 @ 9:44 PM EST
    Side fact, my Ss are all about 80s hair bands right now on Pandora (not complaining at all!) #sstlap
    In reply to @Braz74
  • sgormanyogi Feb 2 @ 9:44 PM EST
    A4 #sstlap. Used War of 1812 Basketball. Wrote on board 1st Quarter, 2ndQ, 3rdQ, 4thQ. Boys were on edge of 💺. Even had half time game plan
  • Ryan7Read Feb 2 @ 9:44 PM EST
    gnarly! #sstlap
    In reply to @ProfGeorgeEdu, @Braz74
  • bsalyer94 Feb 2 @ 9:44 PM EST
    A6) my motativation is the love from the kids at home and at school. My goals are to never stop learning and maybe teach at univ. :)#sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:44 PM EST
    A6 the fear of not living up to my own expectations- Failure- not for myself but for my students -I know I can do better -just do it #sstlap
  • CHitch94 Feb 2 @ 9:44 PM EST
    Love when they say, "I never was interested in/good at history before but now I love it!" :) :) :) #sstlap
    In reply to @Meems852
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:45 PM EST
    yes - we all enjoy doing things- sense of accomplishment when we create things #sstlap
    • Mr_Lisek Feb 2 @ 9:40 PM EST
      A5: Have a learning activity available focus Ss on the task at hand right away. Hands on makes it better. #sstlap
  • Daniell622 Feb 2 @ 9:45 PM EST
    A3)My students will create name cards&draw something that is unique about them.Everyweek I would learn a fun fact about them #sstlap
    In reply to @Braz74
  • MrStricklin Feb 2 @ 9:45 PM EST
    A6)Poverty based statistics. Show students your own struggle to prove that nothing comes easy. Life isnt fair, so lets L.I.F.E. #sstlap
  • Meems852 Feb 2 @ 9:45 PM EST
    that is the best!!!! Another favorite is when Ss say they want to be history teachers now Bc of my class!❤ #sstlap
    In reply to @CHitch94
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:45 PM EST
    kind of a review of many of the #tlap principles using #booksnaps tonight #sstlap
    • sgormanyogi Feb 2 @ 9:41 PM EST
      #sstlap. Coming in late. Don't know Qs. My answers: show movie clips to hook, use sports metaphors, props as metaphors, dress up.
  • Ryan7Read Feb 2 @ 9:45 PM EST
    I'm getting told by my better half: "to get the kid to bed!" So, I'm going to go.#sstlap
  • MrStricklin Feb 2 @ 9:46 PM EST
    L.I.F.E. again means Learn, Inspire, Fight, Excel. #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:46 PM EST
    Q7 FUN!! Let's have some fun! School and learning should be fun, so how to you make learning fun? #sstlap #booksnaps #tlap
  • Ryan7Read Feb 2 @ 9:46 PM EST
    Thanks for the support from everyone during my mother's chemo starting by the way. Means a lot. #sstlap
  • ProfGeorgeEdu Feb 2 @ 9:46 PM EST
    Anytime you can model an example to convey message or teach a concept the Ss will rally behind you! #sstlap
    In reply to @MrStricklin
  • SteinbrinkLaura Feb 2 @ 9:46 PM EST
    A6: I coach 2 sports & hate losing. I tell my Eng Ss that we'll work so our state scores will be #1 in our conf. Internally driven. #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:46 PM EST
    Amy great to see you as always-- how are you #sstlap
  • Ryan7Read Feb 2 @ 9:46 PM EST
    I'll just do my broken record for my @DonorsChoose at the end: https://t.co/QilAMgKM8z night all. #sstlap
    In reply to @DonorsChoose
  • cherylabla Feb 2 @ 9:46 PM EST
    Great idea! #sstlap
    • Daniell622 Feb 2 @ 9:45 PM EST
      A3)My students will create name cards&draw something that is unique about them.Everyweek I would learn a fun fact about them #sstlap
      In reply to @Braz74
  • sgormanyogi Feb 2 @ 9:47 PM EST
    A4 #sstlap. Throw primary sources & random objects in a pizza box. Give Ss 30 minutes to explain ? Subject using all ingredients.
  • cherylabla Feb 2 @ 9:47 PM EST
    Best compliment! #sstlap
    • Meems852 Feb 2 @ 9:45 PM EST
      that is the best!!!! Another favorite is when Ss say they want to be history teachers now Bc of my class!❤ #sstlap
      In reply to @CHitch94
  • Mr_Lisek Feb 2 @ 9:47 PM EST
    A6: Making myself into a recognized teacher to a wide audience. Not for the fame, because I am on top of the game. Be with the best. #sstlap
  • HitchDrive Feb 2 @ 9:47 PM EST
    Q7 Smile, be passionate, and constantly think of what engage's students. Games, creative activities, S choice,...have fun yourself #sstlap
  • acottos Feb 2 @ 9:47 PM EST
    A7: live your passion! Admit your faults! Be silly! Embarrass yourself! Laugh with students! Sing with students! Dance with them! #sstlap
  • CHitch94 Feb 2 @ 9:47 PM EST
    A7) Music, simulations, variety, excitement, opportunities to be creative, etc. #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:47 PM EST
    Plugging the sharing of great lesson https://t.co/nVDsOqI5Pi please add ideas to the form will continue to add them to site Thanks #sstlap
  • jmadlin001 Feb 2 @ 9:48 PM EST
    . Agreed!!! I have a couple former Ss who are Social Studies teachers. #sstlap
    In reply to @Meems852, @CHitch94
  • TaraMartinEDU Feb 2 @ 9:48 PM EST
    A6 I heart change & seeking new ways to motivate Ts & Ss! THAT motivates me to strive to attain my "purpose!" NEVER plateauing! #sstlap
  • bsalyer94 Feb 2 @ 9:48 PM EST
    A7) squirted a ss with a syringe of water today to explain the importance of not squirting them outside of our experiment hehe :)#sstlap
  • ProfGeorgeEdu Feb 2 @ 9:48 PM EST
    A7) singing instructions or performing a riff of a modern song to dated content "Down Once More - Russian Tsars" #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:49 PM EST
    I am wonding if skitch or another program would allow adding texts or other things to pic #sstlap
    In reply to @sgormanyogi
  • Mr_Lisek Feb 2 @ 9:49 PM EST
    A7: QR scavenger hunt is a huge hit. https://t.co/h5DgjDzawo Green screen movies, class floor global grid, Google Maps scav. hunt. #sstlap
  • ProfGeorgeEdu Feb 2 @ 9:49 PM EST
    A7.2) Acting out roles too. Nothing screams impact like being a Union General occupying your table and demanding things! #sstlap
  • TaraMartinEDU Feb 2 @ 9:50 PM EST
    @ProfGeorgeEdu LOVE THIS! #BookSnaps #sstlap and primary sources! YOU ROCK! Check this out @PK5Cramer
    In reply to @ProfGeorgeEdu, @PK5Cramer
    • ProfGeorgeEdu Feb 2 @ 9:39 PM EST
      I brought this in to teach primary sources! LOVE this! #sstlap
      In reply to @Braz74, @TaraMartinEDU
  • MrStricklin Feb 2 @ 9:50 PM EST
    A7)Relate to students: music, art, soc media, all these things can show your students that you too like to have fun in school. #sstlap
  • Mr_Lisek Feb 2 @ 9:50 PM EST
    A7.2: Rapping population growth, dancing map distortions and accuracies, Roman Empire news casts #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:50 PM EST
    Fridays were always fun- why not everyday- games, activities, music playing- ss have choice - stop lecturing and just guide #sstlap
  • Daniell622 Feb 2 @ 9:51 PM EST
    A4)My anticipatory set will always be an engaging activity to get students excited about the lesson. Ex: Playing a video. #sstlap
    In reply to @Braz74
  • jmadlin001 Feb 2 @ 9:51 PM EST
    A7 We play Kahoot and jeopardy. #sstlap #heuveltontech
  • SteinbrinkLaura Feb 2 @ 9:51 PM EST
    A7: I don't do boring, so I bring in guest speakers, dress up in costumes, play music, dab, @GetKahoot reviews, @PowToon summaries, #sstlap
    In reply to @GetKahoot, @PowToon
  • cherylabla Feb 2 @ 9:51 PM EST
    A6) Fun short video clips that lighten the mood, and give us all a smile as we learn on! #sstlap
  • Meems852 Feb 2 @ 9:51 PM EST
    A7 Gamification, acting like an excited crazy person everyday, finding out Ss interests and making connections to content! #sstlap
  • ProfGeorgeEdu Feb 2 @ 9:51 PM EST
    Search through #snapcapp and you'll find more. My APUSH Ss are awesome! #sstlap
    In reply to @TaraMartinEDU, @PK5Cramer
  • Meems852 Feb 2 @ 9:51 PM EST
    A7 simulations, building challenges, breakouts are all student favs! #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:52 PM EST
    A7 student choice as well - let them create here are some ideas https://t.co/Qn23d7lRnY #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:52 PM EST
    Q8 You set sail on your journey to greatness - who is coming along for the ride? How do you get other's on board? #booksnaps #tlap #sstlap
  • HitchDrive Feb 2 @ 9:53 PM EST
    A8 My wife and kids...always helping row. Team of teachers helping each other=concerted efforts can't fail. #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:53 PM EST
    love seeing the ideas you have shared- hopeing to chronicle great lessons for all #sstlap crew https://t.co/nVDsOqI5Pi there is a form
    • Meems852 Feb 2 @ 9:51 PM EST
      A7 Gamification, acting like an excited crazy person everyday, finding out Ss interests and making connections to content! #sstlap
  • Meems852 Feb 2 @ 9:54 PM EST
    A8 I did a #tlap book study! It was awesome forming a crew of Pirates and helping each other make awesome new lessons!! #sstlap
  • jmadlin001 Feb 2 @ 9:54 PM EST
    A8 I work with an awesome team of teachers. #sstlap #heuveltontech
  • CHitch94 Feb 2 @ 9:54 PM EST
    A8) Lead by example, tell your story, share ideas, be supportive colleague, etc. Will take anyone along who wants to join. :) #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:55 PM EST
    A8 #sstlap #gbedchat #tlap crews - pull teachers I work with along to share the awesome stuff they and ss are doing- sharing not=bragging
  • bsalyer94 Feb 2 @ 9:55 PM EST
    A8) taking my wife and the teacher I student taught for. convincing others to hop on board through pure energy and unlimited passion!#sstlap
  • ProfGeorgeEdu Feb 2 @ 9:55 PM EST
    A8) Family first, Bob Harper to keep me fit, my Bible for perspective, my boys will want the Paw Patrol, and my PLN for nerdy convos #sstlap
  • acottos Feb 2 @ 9:55 PM EST
    A8: I have a group of supporters. They will be with me no matter what. I will show the why and the how to get support! They'll join! #sstlap
  • Mr_Lisek Feb 2 @ 9:55 PM EST
    A8: Wife & kids, Twitter PLN, my teaching team. We all work together to keep the fire going daily. #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:55 PM EST
    love family friends and colleagues all in it together #sstlap
    • HitchDrive Feb 2 @ 9:53 PM EST
      A8 My wife and kids...always helping row. Team of teachers helping each other=concerted efforts can't fail. #sstlap
  • Daniell622 Feb 2 @ 9:55 PM EST
    A5) Put students into groups and switch students around. Play music once in a while. Whole/small group discussions. Debates? #sstlap
    In reply to @Braz74
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:56 PM EST
    thanks- will share the spreadsheet for all to see until I get get ideas on the site in more formal manner #sstlap
    In reply to @Meems852
  • NatashaRRivera Feb 2 @ 9:56 PM EST
    A7- I get my Ss creating, moving, singing, throwing kooshballs at the SmartBoard. If I'm having fun, Ss are surely having fun too #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:57 PM EST
    Q9 - You don't need a ticket to ride, but you want to create lessons ss would buy tickets to participate in. #booksnaps #tlap #sstlap
  • HitchDrive Feb 2 @ 9:57 PM EST
    A8 also the Twitter & Google+ PLN...give me new things to fail/succeed at #sstlap
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:57 PM EST
    @ProfGeorgeEdu always wonder what first timers think of the chat- if it is a good one- pressure to live up to that A game always #sstlap
    In reply to @ProfGeorgeEdu
  • mrterborg Feb 2 @ 9:57 PM EST
    #sstlap #tlap #weirded Wow. #HistoryTaughtUs
  • ProfGeorgeEdu Feb 2 @ 9:58 PM EST
    They have to journal about it, will share their blog posts! I have DM chat with them going too as we go. #sstlap
    In reply to @Braz74
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:58 PM EST
    yes- and sometimes we don't want to transition as it wrecks the activity- like kids doing something then telling them to sit down #sstlap
    • Caleb_G_Lee Feb 2 @ 9:57 PM EST
      I believe good transitions are grounded in routine and expectation.
      In reply to @Braz74
  • Braz74 - Moderator Feb 2 @ 9:59 PM EST
    thanks for the feedback- appreciate you being here #sstlap
    In reply to @bsalyer94, @ProfGeorgeEdu
  • SteinbrinkLaura Feb 2 @ 9:59 PM EST
    A8: As many Ts as I can but is a surprisingly slow process. Me + something cool=Implement immediately. Others, no so much. #sstlap