#oklaed Archive
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Sunday September 18, 2016
Josh Suber, Union, Energy by Drake
Telannia Norfar; ; We are champions
For those about to rock!
Hello from Wyoming.
Brant, MS Principal
Michelle Waters, 9-11 English, Wayne High School. Overcomer by Mandisa
1. Erin Barnes
2. Epic Charter School
3. I am the Greatest Man that Ever Lived - by Weezer
Drew Price Professional Development dept.
Amanda Smith, 5th ELA/SS, Moore
Kevin Hime Superintendent
Janalyn Taylor, Clinton, Early Childhood principal. Hello all.
Kim, 5th grade little axe, she's just a girl and she's on fire.
angie taylor band final countdown (or funky cold medina?)
Good evening, ! Rob Miller, Asst Supt, Sand Springs. Intro song - Seven Nation Army, White Stripes.
Shirlene, still preservice so no district yet. Geronimo
Bubba Tamez HS principal at Byng, That's My Job.
Jack Reed, Assistant Principal
Steph Hime ELL/EdTech/GT/AP
Hello All! This is Heather, teaching Chemistry in Norman!
Melinda Parks, , 1812 Overture by Tchaikovsky...because cannons and cymbals and assorted fabulousness
Hello I'm Steven, a Middle School Assistant Principal from Missouri, my song would be Eye of the Tiger
Tyler Bridges, Asst Supt for . And according to it's 'A Pistol for Ringo'. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
Mindy Dennison. CAHS vocal music. The Dies Irae from the Mozart Requiem
Sarah Bruehl Lawton Greg Street Good Day!! My daily jam
Kas Nelson, Elem Lead Learner . Gonna hear 2morrow! Thanks 2 !
Hello All! This is Heather, Norman, & She Blinded Me With Science
1- Amy Presley
2 - Broken Arrow Public Schools
3 - Currently? My Chemical Romance, Teenagers (kidding)
Sherry Durkee, Supt. Sand Springs
Dawn Collums, OKCPS, Girls Just want to have fun :)
😊 Julie Bloss, Principal- Grove ECC, HAPPY is my song! 💃
A1: Greet everyone with a smile and a high five
Too excited about 2 follow directions! Song: The Friends Theme song - I'll be there for you.
Q1) What is a creative habit you practice? (professional or personal life)
Alyssa henley 8th science, Lawton PS
Rick Cobb, Mid-Del superintendent Remember the Name
A1: Ohhh. I need to get one of those LOL
Kathy Dunn, Mid-Del Assistant Superintendent, "If I Could Save Time in a Bottle"
A1: I'm a keystone habit kind of person. 'The Power of Habit' is a great book for determining positive habits for successful living.
A1: I always make time to have whole group discussions about our lives. Academics aside I want to know you the person.
A1: My iOS Notes app is insane! From lists of future projects to people I want to learn from!
A1 video production & woodworking
A1 I spend time writing and reading every day.
A2: Does stealing other’s creative count as a habit???
A1 creativity. not a particularly "creative" person but reasonably good at thinking outside the box in problem solving situations.
A1 - I doodle, and totally pick the brains of others
Hello ! Loved speaking at SWOSU on Saturday to so many amazing educators & pumped to be in Woodward, OK for programs tomorrow
A1 I teach 1st grade, every day is a creative adventure. Oh...and I'm in the habit of making up random songs (does that count?).
A1 creative writing and doodling have always been a creative outlet. Can do it anywhere, no prep, old school paper or digital.
A1) Try to deliver positive affirmations in person.
A1) For creativity, I like to write. I also like to cook. When I have time I try to build things in my garage.
A1: I've been doing 30 second video reflections this year and posting them to YouTube.
It's been very theraputic.
Angela Little | Edmond Public School Parent | Business Analyst @ AFA | Pub Ed Advocate
a1 looking people in the eyes, smiling, attempting to be nice even if i don't feel like it
A1: oh and also anything involving 👌🏻
Always looking for ways to get out of the box
I draw lots of cartoons during meetings... it helps me listen
A1) reading often and crocheting
A1: umm...I'm a fine arts T, so...
Most recently, trying to explain The Jabberwocky to my students. That took some creativity.
a1 no high fives here, i know where those junior high kid hands have been. i give them an elbow instead
on our next road trip? I was ready yesterday
love doodling...it can help to get my brain thinking and connecting!
A1: Don't know how creative my habits R but I have a lot of habits to keep me on task & producing. It's the ESTJ-A coming out in me.
Hi ! I loved it so much last week, I am back for more! Todd, Elem principal in CA, jumping in!
A1) Does making lists count as creative? My phone and desk are full of them!!
A1 continued...but I do love to bake, if that counts?
Q2) What past innovations have you utilized during your career as an educator?
A1: my hub says mine is Queen's "I Want it All." 😂😂
Tutaleni Asino checking in a bit late.
A1 using humor to try and make us all feel comfortable.
A1) Sketchnoting, freewriting
Thinking outside the box IS CREATIVE! You don't have to be an "artist" to be creative. :) https://t.co/iyKLlEg1rT
A1 creativity. not a particularly "creative" person but reasonably good at thinking outside the box in problem solving situations.
A1) I learn how to do things, and I make stuff. I sew, quilt and make fused glass. I guess the habit part is trying new ideas.
John Bennett, Emeritus engineering professor. Song: "Hallijuliah" I don't know why but it's impt to me! https://t.co/xn0l5ZsPRm
If so, then I'm super creative. 😂 https://t.co/pRdHFUw0Hz
A1) Does making lists count as creative? My phone and desk are full of them!!
Hey friend! SO glad you're back!
A2 I used Tom Petty's "Free Fallin" (which is not named after our governor) to introduce poetry. https://t.co/1zx53XlyFZ
A1: Pause. Pause before reacting. Pause before judgment. Pause before speaking. Pause before anger. A simple habit - Pause.
A1: Pinterest patrolling, listening 2 music, collaboration daily with my incredibly creative speech students.
A1- I'm a creative writer... I can come up with a song, poem, rap w/ ease...sometimes I can throw my clarinet in w/ it 🤓
I hope it does...because if so...I am sort of a Jedi-master of list-making!! https://t.co/LNUgb4eYjR
A1) Does making lists count as creative? My phone and desk are full of them!!
a2 during in-service meetings i run a trivia contest for faculty, about faculty. they should be more careful what they post on fb
A2. Created a project based maker classroom for district GT students. https://t.co/SHT2VGQd6L
Q2) What past innovations have you utilized during your career as an educator?
a2 cont. complete with gong and lame prizes for the winning table
A2b I also begin each of my graduate classes with a few lively rounds of Rocks v. Sucks
A2: The iPad is my canvas... watch me create!!!
A1 Everyone Monday is Molecule Monday! Connect Chen with real world via discussion and a Ted Ed Video, just for fun!
I could not miss this! You Oklahoma educators know how to BRING THE LEARNING!
A2) 8 yrs ago, I entered a contest and won my class technology for showing innovative ways to use technology in the classroom.
A1) my personal creative side...fashion and makeup.
A2: tech has made it increasingly easier to attain instant feedback in my rehearsals through recording. https://t.co/RnuZu9E6y9
Q2) What past innovations have you utilized during your career as an educator?
Tawn Rundle, Asst Supt. Merritt Schools joining late!
A2: I think all the way back to coding on my Apple II computer when I was in high school
Sort of started it all for me :)
I want to show me how to smash the animations still!
https://t.co/uOLdIWituv
A2: The iPad is my canvas... watch me create!!!
A2) I bring my creative arts to my kids. We learn math by quilting.If they can use a quilt ruler, they can use any measurement tool!
A2: I find my best innovations are found when I step out of my comfort zone and take a risk. https://t.co/LTiHeegSsX
A1: No sure of question... But I wish I were more artistic - though I am more of a STEAM advocate than a STEM PERSON.
I'm still working on our idea!
A2) Building a classroom library. When I started teaching, this shamefully wasn't even on my radar. Now it's wall to wall books!
A2:as a teacher I implemented TPRS, a physical response teaching method.As a principal we implement frequent activity/ brain breaks
A2:Our school becoming a GAFE school and 1:1, been amazing to see what Ss can create
a2: I also had a classroom NINGS way back when they were all the rage
A2 Flash drives! Smartboard Notebook! Flexible seating! photography for expression Making Ss critique my grants. (Ahem, OUR grants)
Bring acting, music, story telling to the class...show kids it's okay to try something new even if it's not perfect!
A2: my best innovations are taking the students outside the classroom, outside period. A new environment does wonders for the brain.
A2: Technology, technology, technology
a2 something as simple as 'everyone stand up, turn around, sit back down' makes a big difference in focus/attention
Q3) How are the innovations from your (A2) enhancing learning in your classroom?
(or district - if you're an admin)
A2 I create a coffee house for my staff meetings! We can give Starbucks a run for their money when it comes to coffees and teas!
A2 create video to learn, inspire, entertain, grow.....
A2: in the classroom, I used Smartboard & smart notebook 2 let my Ss lead the opening each morning: salutes/word of week/joke/etc
Woot! You should share a list of what you've got.
A2. Honestly having trouble nailing a specific down - spent my career staying involved and applying what's learned.
A2: I have always been an advocate of working on team projects and still strongly advocate for such efforts. https://t.co/UBfjlFCLV0
A2) Start group discussions/meetings with simple ice breaker games - find a reason to smile or laugh.
A2 changing the tone of the cafeteria. Story telling and 20 questions with kids at lunch.
A2) centers/small group instruction in MS
a3 when we come across a new topic i ask some students to google it so they can teach the concept the next day. they love it
💩 Ill move it to a Monday project!
I wish I'd have thought of that! And I'll have everyone know that I DID not mention 🍩s 1st tonight!
A3 nothing like watching yourself work at your craft! Lots to be learned.
A3: From what I can tell the Ss are enjoying things they're learning now not just checking another box. https://t.co/LnHQbEzVn7
A2) All of the tech stuff, from coding to Twitter to videography and photography to blogging.
I feel better when I am outside so I bet my students will too. Don't forget you can move out of your classroom.
A2 We expanded to 6 defined outdoor classrooms & added an ABL activity lab. Teachers know I want 2 see student-led classrooms.
A3 Encouraging students to have voice and choice in sharing ideas!
A3. I have left the district, but Creating global, career minded learners able to collaborate, problem solve & persevere
A3: most far-reaching is Choose Your Own Adventure (semi EdCamp model) for staff PD
A2) ever evolving technology
A3) As a Tch I would record the lesson on my computer and send it to all my students so they could have the lesson at home.
A3: I am a natural skeptic. I want to understand the whys and hows. Not comfortable w/ status quo thinking. Always pursue "better."
a3 after the fire drill, we wait outside a minute for the crowd to get inside....and we play duck duck goose. 13yearoldslove it!
Q4 My failures & successes mean I can accept same from my Ss. Fexible in changing tools as life changes or tools improve
A3: I think leadership is very adept at utilizing innovative techniques to communicate, solve problems, & complete tasks.
Little late. Chelsey PK-6 special Ed teacher at Canton Public Schools.
Innovations in education are not all tech based.
A3) Promoting technology in PD. Ts (ex. , , , ) are learning through technology & .
A1: I like to immerse myself into new artistic performances; would like to resume acoustic guitar lessons. https://t.co/MKNAvfener
A3) It allows me to teach using my and my Ss interests. is another innovation bringing sports into play.
Nothing like watching yourself on video as you teach/work! Lots to be learned.
A2 and 3 not sure this is innovative, but the smartest thing I've done is national board certification...by far
A3: It is allowing our Ss to be creators, rather than just consumers of information.
My Ts are actually becoming learners too :)
A3 Lets Ts check out of duty earlier, Ss engaged and involved, they are beginning to ask good Qs & think logically, fun @ lunch.
A3: IMO, there isn't a better classroom tech tool than an iPad. I'm changing peeps minds daily!
A2b: as an admin, I use A LOT! Selfies w/the principal & to share quotes/info through SM, Smore newsletters & voxer
A3: learning is more active & student-centered. I LOVE that Ts worry if I come by & Ss are working solo rather than interactively
I don't even drink coffee but I would love to see a pic of this, please?
A3. Been using student led classes for a few years. It madness for more interesting conversations on the subject
a3 several summers i was a national board scorer. best pd i'd ever had at the time and got paid to boot
I love voxer...but it's a battery eater :(
https://t.co/GtOdTteETn
A2b: as an admin, I use A LOT! Selfies w/the principal & to share quotes/info through SM, Smore newsletters & voxer
Q4) What area(s) of improvement can be enhanced or addressed in public education?
GoNoodle! That was a gamechanger for my 8th graders.
A2 I have been incorporating growth mindset & reflective activities into my teaching. Both enhance S learning.
Love Stephen Covey's thought that humans are only specie that can pause btn action and reaction! https://t.co/iND9mh4kNg
A1: Pause. Pause before reacting. Pause before judgment. Pause before speaking. Pause before anger. A simple habit - Pause.
A4) Let's stop the lip service and REALLY put the kids first. Simple, but fixes darn near all of it
. YES! There's not enough centers in secondary.
A3: Made my Ss actors, directors, writers, creators, producers, artists, etc. Best choice I ever fell into.
A4 not possible to answer in 140 character 😕
That sounds so cool! I may sneak into your cafeteria one day.
A4: We still waste a lot of time with state and national testing.
It's like they think we won't teach anything without them...
A4: Besides pay/funding, I personally believe that marketing is the next frontier. If U aren't telling your story, someone else is.
A4) In 140 characters?! We need to break the molds. From classroom structure to content integration to building design.
It was a game changer for me, as a student. https://t.co/w91bTKsxIW
GoNoodle! That was a gamechanger for my 8th graders.
branding, branding, branding...
https://t.co/3vxVSLR5y2
A4: Besides pay/funding, I personally believe that marketing is the next frontier. If U aren't telling your story, someone else is.
Everyone has a story -- and everyone needs to be able to tell their story! https://t.co/yBKjGg9zgT
A4: Besides pay/funding, I personally believe that marketing is the next frontier. If U aren't telling your story, someone else is.
a4: Give teachers more paid time to become better.
A4) Student Engagement, collaboration, and interest based learning.
A4 holy kittycats. I don't even know where to start. Legislators can start doing the job they were elected to do?
A4: definitely making more technology available to our students
A3: Simple use of tech to make b-day selfies 4 kids helps me build relationships & make kids feel special.
A4: needs leaders 4 tomorrow. Be open, listen, & develop your leadership. The opportunity is there to change lives & affect change!
A4 Quick easy methods of formative assessment. Having quick accurate data to know who learned 7 who didn't!
A4: Over-reliance on standardized testing; incorporating passion-based learning; being okay with not having all the answers!
A4 Publc Ed needs to focus on growing thinkers and creators...not tests takers!
A4. Let's actually listen to those in the field instead of well-meaning but uninformed theologians from an ivory tower
A4: Big picture: universally change focus from teaching content to teaching children. We must be more creative to reach all kids.
a4 OBE years ago had somegood points-do we push kids to master things they aren't ready to master?every kid learns at their own rate
A4: Ss should progress according to readiness, not age or grade level divisions. I know - heresy! Would require a paradigm shift.
A4: Reduce the # of state/national tests we are required to do and allow us to go deeper in our curriculum
If we aren't paying teachers for learning when they're off-contract, we're doing it wrong. https://t.co/E6b8vEhXJP
a4: Give teachers more paid time to become better.
Make'em stand up. No sitting down & eventually they do. I was militantly perky about it Ask Isham about it
Move away from grading schools and making sure each student gets what they need to be successful https://t.co/pf5ZvCDNNu
A) perception that teachers only want to teach to have summers "off"
A4 besides the obvious of course, we need more emphasis on in our schools. We aren't taking this as seriously as we should!
Okay looks fun tonight. I wanna play!
Josh Flores, your friendly neighborhood Secondary ELA Director.
A4- We have to differentiate. We must move from the one size fits all lesson plan and teaching technique.
My thoughts exactly! Where do we start?? The list is long! https://t.co/NRveEL9XLF
A4 holy kittycats. I don't even know where to start. Legislators can start doing the job they were elected to do?
A2) (DHI) Daylight Hologram Imaging. Comes in handy when Hydra is up to no good! Two places at one time. https://t.co/HxzxkXSA19
RT A4- We have to differentiate. We must move from the one size fits all lesson plan and teaching technique.
A4b: Rather than just giving answers, helping kids ask really good questions
A4) You know, if I could top a class off at 25, I don't think I'd ask for anything ever again!
A4 Restructure of the school year...
Q5) Why was your (A4) an area of improvement for public education?
A4: Where to start... Student-Centered, no textbooks, no grades, no age-control - only mastery, ... https://t.co/QiH5SP0u25
I need to learn more from and
A4) mental health needs of our students, can't ignore!
A4 Talk up Ts who are doing great things for kids. They deserve to be acknowledged!
A4)I want anyone who can improve things outside of my control to ask me what needs to be improved. Bonus points for listening/doing.
PREACH! Many times the innovation is in how you relate/empathize/interact with your students and colleagues https://t.co/lotn9vBD9X
Innovations in education are not all tech based.
A5:
Because we need to drag, pull, and cajole too many people into the 21st century when it comes to education!
A4: I need to see that the students are just as important to admin as they're to me. I need to see that you like your job!
a5: T's are expected to keep up with many changes - and often aren't given adequate training in order to do so.
A5 We have a bad habit of trying to do too much, then wonder why teachers get frustrated with us. https://t.co/NPRAzIJHMH
A4 Ts being active advocates in legislation; tell people about ed & vote! Or outsiders will only c this... https://t.co/CyeDFycyVg
A3: As much as possible, Ts are sharing more, connecting more, and staying updated with State & Federal news https://t.co/O8WCHOtnGm
A5) If we can't break the molds of education, how can we expect our Ss to do so in society?
A4 let me keep learning about things that will enhance my teaching, content or pedagogy, & have the time to bring that into my class
A5 formative assessment not new but not used enough. Too many S's left behind. Must know & get creative on solutions.
I could answer #4 all night long...
A5: Bc teacher shortage will beget a leader shortage, and can't afford a leader shortage during the time we need to be at our best.
A4: Because our Ss truly do not understand the consequences of bad They need us to show the positives!
A5) Because if my staff is always looking to get better, our school will continually get better https://t.co/jaVpIdFN0i
A5 Because our Ss truly do not understand the consequences of bad They need us to show the positives!
A5: Because we need to facilitate / mentor effective learning, not teach students anything!!! https://t.co/NOfCpEZRX2
A5) Too many outside things influencing education that aren't about actual education of kids. Keep it simple & you dump the stink
A4: We could individually focus more on pedagogy & research; less on standardized ____ (fill-in-the-blank). https://t.co/QVl4nEUhHH
Bradford out injured again!
A5) Until St engagement & collaboration improve in HS then Ts will struggle to capture the interest of Ss.
A5 The ability to think & create are tools nessary for success. If we don't give Ss the tools they need, we all pay the price!
That could be a t-shirt saying :)
https://t.co/OEUQze5HYe
A5) Too many outside things influencing education that aren't about actual education of kids. Keep it simple & you dump the stink
A4 the perception of teachers
A5: Education is stuck in the last century. Kids need diff skills to succeed today. Focus on teaching kids how to learn, not what.
A5: instead of fighting the technology these kids know, we need to embrace it. Teach them using their media, not ours.!
A5b:
Because if teachers get to own their learning, they are more likely to give students that same opportunity!
A5: Bc learning needs to be year round. Average families aren't farming anymore
A5 It's easy to feel unsupported or that our voice doesn't matter. Ts r largest group in OK, if we all act then they have 2 listen
A5 because many future teachers are pushed away by things like "but your too smart to be a teacher" what does that even mean?!?!
A5:Public Ed still operates as an egg carton of separate classes & grade levels determined by age alone rather than readiness/learng
A5 I spend time during the summer trying to learn new things, but I have little time while I'm teaching to implement well
A5: because believe it or not some folks just do it for a job and not for the kids. not me, but some.
Cushing High School Biology Teacher here!!
Q6) What is your favorite technology tool for educational purposes? Why?
A6: The chrome books we have for each of our students
A4 & A5: We need to have a culture of mentoring. Grateful for the people who are my mentors
a6 student devices and google, old fashioned writing, some cool apps
A6) whatever they aren't expecting: sometimes it's cardboard, others it's their Chrome books
A6) If we are talking favorite and not most used, I'm going with my sewing machine. :) So many things can be learned through sewing.
A6) My go-to is for 7th grade English. Second only to pencil, paper, and a comfy bean bag.
A6: iPad of course, but with that, and
a6: Document Camera. It allows for a lot of flexibility and in an instant you can give S's an audience by throwing their paper on it
A5- Differentiation is vital because instructional time is being wasted on curriculum that doesn't fit students' needs.
A6 keeping it simple--remind for communication and Facebook for collaborating with other teachers in my discipline
we have to get quicker at adjusting as the world changes. Have to stop preparing S's for a world that was! https://t.co/gom1UCKigd
A5: Education is stuck in the last century. Kids need diff skills to succeed today. Focus on teaching kids how to learn, not what.
A5 I meet teachers w/low confidence to be decisive about curriculum/instruction; too burdened w/test prep https://t.co/jDuBuadiMf
A3: Students working together with teacher mentoring / facilitating lead much better to effective learning! https://t.co/qaRz0ZlIAN
A6) iPad. I use it as a college student and love it. I'm learning to use it as a t and still love it. So many ways to use it
Agreed! https://t.co/N5LeakMSCz
A6) whatever they aren't expecting: sometimes it's cardboard, others it's their Chrome books
A6: Cardboard...
It has limitless possibilities to be creative, innovative, and intriguing!
https://t.co/Rq9OhMjl0x
Personal growth= Twitter, Student Creations and sharing learning= Shadow Puppet
A6 hmm..1:1 tech device access that provides students more control of their learning (when properly implemented)
A6: As an ed admin, 'the Twitter' is great. And I like for perusing education articles to find new ideas and research.
A6: My phone. I'd be lost without it.
...yes I've become that guy
A6) the app Calendars 5 - I would be lost w/out it 😁
A6 Right now, for practical purposes & S empowerment, I love Google Classroom.
A6) The mind is the best tech in the clsrm, it can make all the tools (smrt brd, ipads, etc.) bring lessons alive.
Just learning See-saw. It looks like the Ss will love it and I definitely like what I see so far
A6 continued love kahoot too. Always gets the kids excited
A6 Sounds basic, but the large monitor in my office has been vital for collaborations during PLCs. Ts can share from own devices.
A6 White boards & markers: easy visual, easy to revise answers, easy for Ss to move around & see each other's work
A6: I love plickers BC It engages every student and they love to see the anonymous results. it doesn't single out.
A6 hard to choose 1. Anything that allows S's to create to show mastery.
Amy Karnes Principal Allen Bowden Life In the Fast Lane (I might like to drive fast cars)
True...what would I do without a document camera & smart board! I take 4 granted how much I depend on them!! https://t.co/0r6DGP1RKZ
a6: Document Camera. It allows for a lot of flexibility and in an instant you can give S's an audience by throwing their paper on it
A6 A classic book in audio version!
A6: The alarm clock on my iPhone. Dings bring us together to solve issues and plan for success! https://t.co/0DqypZgSrl
that's awesome!!' You are going to be an AMAZING teacher!!
It is my office and fits neatly in my pocket...it also keeps me out of my office...
https://t.co/6DJDDcBLoP
A6: My phone. I'd be lost without it.
...yes I've become that guy
can I add this in my newsletter?
A6: Too many possible answers. The common ingredient in any effective tech tool is that it causes kids to think. Really think!
Cara Regier, Cordell PS math teacher
A6: I'm on my iPad constantly. Such a great on-the-go tool.
A6) whatever is necessary for the task/process. Student choice is important
My office that keeps me out of my office...I like that :)
That is so cool! I would love to see what we could do with a laser engraver!! https://t.co/Tis9h2lsg1
We go through A LOT of cardboard. We've been taking apart amazon boxes as they come in to use in the laser engraver
I love plickers too! Super-easy to use. Our Kinders use it!
Q7) Where do you find new ideas or activities? (Resources)
A7 that would have to be and Pinterest
A7: Books written by people much smarter than I - (oh and the interwebs...)
A7 TWITTER!!! And is my BFF!
A6b Epic (free online books), Google Play (online books), for organizing
Those are some smart toddlers and cats...
https://t.co/5uESpMGwl7
I know some former toddlers and some cats who would agree.
A1 creative ways to calm down upset little ones & jr highers & convince 2 return & participate
a7 the hotel bar at state convention! (not for drinking, for sharing ideas!)
A6 WordPress
It levels up PD to include pre-discussions and post-work. No more 1-stop workshops. https://t.co/or7CndW6J4
We are starting with ESGI assessment tool at our site. Anxious to hear parent input after conferences. Ts are excited.
As a 1st year teacher, I reach out to fellow teachers for feedback and advice. Being social is innovative! https://t.co/GeHWSOAzFC
A7: shows me most of my new ideas. Or Twitter period. Or Pinterest. & TpT.
A7: shows me most of my new ideas. Or Twitter period. Or Pinterest. & TpT.
A7 I'm part of two collaborative networks of AP teachers on Facebook...they are life savers"
A7 Twitter, Pinterest...PLN
They are the best!!! Limits your need to plan in advance... and limits copies you have to make ... I love them
A6: The basic internet access tool... Ss need to gather, understand, assess for value, organize, & use info. https://t.co/nlByDPmn9n
A7) Twitter, Pinterest, Facebook, Edcamps, connecting with other educators
A7: My PLN is what I lean heavily on. You guys have so many great ideas!
A7: I really love teaching channel and
A6: as a leader, my phone-learning via my PLN is @ my fingertips. For Ss, iPad-versatile, variety of apps & uses 4 all ages
A7: Twitter, OkSci, Leadership peeps
A7 Pinterest, workshops, edcamp, Twitter, Facebook
A7) Google, friends and family, other Ts, the Ss, my own activities and travels. Essentially everyone and everything.
A7) TchCh, Conferences, Journals, Internet, YouTube, I look at other subjects and imagine an ELA angle to it, listen to other Ts
A7: Wherever the heck I can drag, stumble, beg, design, corrupt from/with others. Twitter & FB are first hits, but not above bribes
A7: From my peeps! From my PLN and from Reading everything ed related in sight!
Lol you're missing the best part, right ?!?! That's when the ideas flow! https://t.co/GxNrMa5Xuk
a7 the hotel bar at state convention! (not for drinking, for sharing ideas!)
A7- Twitter, Voxer, Pinterest, NAESP, CCOSA, OAESP- networking w/ incredible Oklahomans 😉
Love it! Mix old and new! https://t.co/x15X2ECzom
A6 White boards & markers: easy visual, easy to revise answers, easy for Ss to move around & see each other's work
Yup! https://t.co/feNBWBNB9H
A7: Wherever the heck I can drag, stumble, beg, design, corrupt from/with others. Twitter & FB are first hits, but not above bribes
a6 after ankle surgery, i taught some classes from home by skype, sub in the room and me on the screen larger than life
Having a seasoned teacher give me advice helps tremendously! It helps me find new ways of reaching every S https://t.co/w1518eZTiq
A7 My colleagues 1st, Pintrest, then Google
A7: Definitely Conferences, Twitter &
Q8) What do you believe an administrator's role should be regarding new ideas or practices?
A7: better question may be who do I not get new ideas from. Teachers shouldn't be left to come up w/their own curriculum.
A7 By thinking 💭 then talking it out with my peers; if they wouldn't listen to me process out loud I'd be lost! I ❤️ collaboration
A8: To get the crap out of the way and let them happen.
A8) Freedom to try and support when needed. My Principal is awesome at this!
That's exactly what I was going to say
a8: They should look for them and encourage teachers to look for them
A8: share with me as if I have a brain in my head, then let's support each other as we figure out how it fits w/ us
A2 years of mentoring teens & parents A3 help restore relationships so kids feel safe accepted & can get back to learning
A8 don't get in the way of risk taking and good ideas.
A8 Admin need to be the lead learner in the building. Not simply enough to give Ts freedom, they need to model it too!
a8: Provide time and $$ for teachers to collaborate and fine-tune the new idea for classroom success. https://t.co/WcWnh9B3OW
A7 Visiting classrooms, Smart Brief on EdTech, ED Week, https://t.co/bBU5D9pEKo , Nat'l Teacher of the Year blog, etc
A8 head cheerleader and facilitator...make it simple for me to improve my practice!
A7: The things that make me smarter & more creative are the books I read & the people I meet. Then just try. https://t.co/84QiDTBtAy
A5 Teh Twitter, conferences and PD, talking to my peeps, my brain
A7: Social Media LINKS - that enable me to get more 'original' sources and broader reasoning. https://t.co/9YO9GvikIw
Now I'm sad that I'm missing the chat tonight because the 1st question is how I asked my students to intrdouce themselves.
A8b Remember that not every good idea is a good idea. Just because you saw it at a conference doesn't mean it fits in your schools.
A7 not afraid to ask other teachers. We have great teachers who will always share.
A8 show support and learn about it w Ts. Realize not all ideas are one size fits all for Ts.
A8 provide a supportive atmosphere, ideas, inspiration
A8: I think they should be driving the truck full of the best of these. A forward thinking administrator is definitely the best kind
Have a plan in each district from elementary up for each subject. Cross grade collaboration about curriculum https://t.co/jNIVMiS8R3
A8) Admin should have the same role with creativity that we do with our Ss! Model, lead, educate, equip, sit back, watch, be amazed.
A8: Admin should refrain from attaching themselves to ONE thing and attempting to push for it to be used BY everyone...
A8) To get Ts resources/tools needed, cheerlead (encourage/inspire), and then get outta the way https://t.co/aoOzSkGvkC
Such a great point! Reflection is important https://t.co/Yds5hR8iUk
A8b Remember that not every good idea is a good idea. Just because you saw it at a conference doesn't mean it fits in your schools.
A8) Don't ask anything of your teachers that you aren't willing to do yourself!! https://t.co/s8kwl8uljH
Q8) What do you believe an administrator's role should be regarding new ideas or practices?
A8 Trust the T. Let them try it out & see what happens. A safe environment empowers Ts & positively affects S learning
A8 Have a growth-mindset, provide support, and have an open mind!
This way the next teacher in line is not playing catch up or guessing what the S knows or not. https://t.co/bvtpmFQ3Jf
a8 encourage mentoring, provide donuts, bring donuts, offer donuts, step-aside (to go get donuts)
Always more than oen way to skin a cat right?
A8: Model innovation, encourage it, fan the flames of passion for your Ts, and give them what they need to succeed!
A8 Admins should model and foster new ideas and practices. They should also give time and space for failure and iteration.
absolutely! I hate it when we stifle bc we think EVERYONE should do the same thing! How boring!
A8) I believe I should encourage innovation, monitor for success, look for ways to help or improve. Mostly be supportive of Ts
A8: make sure the teachers know it's a safe place to take risks for the benefit of students.
A8 I encourage my teachers to take risks & I share ideas. I applaud innovation & excuse miss steps that are a result of innovation.
A8 Be willing to learn alongside Ts not just pass the idea on and walk away.
A8 letting you know its ok to try something new even if it doesnt work.
LIES! Just kidding, I know of what you speak.
Q9) What do you believe a teacher's role should be regarding new ideas or practices?
Michael Reid Accountability Director Joining late.
A9 The Ts role should be to evaluate new ideas, test and tune the best ones for the Ss.
I have to agree! Our facebook groups are an amazing place of collaboration full of amazing Ts!!
A8: Encourage people to generate & test all kinds of new ideas. Work to kill bad ideas and most of good ones, too. Stay focused.
oh and... I WISH!! I'd like to tour that noggin!
A8 also, give an innovation time....and support the teachers if there's pushback
I use Plickers everyday for my bell ringers. Ss are mystified by it, and it is easy to use. . Ty https://t.co/gIJ9CbZKu8
A9 Be the lead! Or an outside source will do it. We trust each other & r more likely to try it too if it comes from one of us.
A9) Willing participant. And that means both in their own mindset & in the dictates from above them.
A9 Be the learner they want their Ss to be.
A9 Never be content with what you're doing. Steal every idea you can. Smile and nod at your admin. https://t.co/qvp9TKkgSZ
not even close. It's all capital hill high school
A9: Be willing to willing to experiment...and don't be afraid to learn something new from your students! https://t.co/aAgNGpDqyJ
I redid our sched this year to provide embedded PLC for teachers during the school day. Best decision ever!
a8 i'd like to be able to watch other teachers in my building. we never get to see each other in the trenches and help
Q9) The Ts should be the ones willing to suggest and try new ideas with an understanding it may not work but having no fear.
A9) Evaluate them, try them, reflect on them, adapt them, repeat.
A8) Model, encourage, and celebrate innovation.
Q9 Research and share new ideas, have a plan for implementation, be prepared to make changes along the way!
A9: it's my job to bring new fresh ideas to my kids and facilitate while they bring them to life. Stand back and watch the magic.
A8B: If we chase every new "good idea", our Ts will get quickly overwhelmed. So will we.
Ask Q's that help oneself grow. Don't shut down an idea because its new and not your process. https://t.co/Co8nmzRPCu
A9: To be constantly looking for them & trying to find ways to implement them to benefit ALL students! 'tBeScared
A9: Always be open to new ideas. Give the idea the time for Consideration - adapting only if it makes sense! https://t.co/ZDIpNSspQk
A9 research and plan ahead carefully...and seek feedback from your kids. It's good for them to know you're trying something new
A9: Top priority as a teacher to embrace, encourage and model for our Ss!
A9 be willing to realize new & better ways will never be discovered if we aren't willing to reflect & grow.
I love https://t.co/org9QITaZ1
a8 encourage mentoring, provide donuts, bring donuts, offer donuts, step-aside (to go get donuts)
A9: All teachers SHOULD be committed to continuous improvement. This should involve finding and experimenting w/ new practices
A9: The best innovative practices in our schools are the brainstorms and passions of Teachers. Role= reflection and charging on!
A9b Don't be afraid to learn from students and let them take the lead.
A9 Try new things! If you aren't ready yet, support those who are! Be an encourager.
YES! https://t.co/jtHHhtBUQ8
A9: To be constantly looking for them & trying to find ways to implement them to benefit ALL students! 'tBeScared
Be open to try new things. And actually try them with an open mind! https://t.co/GoVyJCHkfn
Q9) What do you believe a teacher's role should be regarding new ideas or practices?
A9 reflect on how new things are working and get feedback from Ss
a9: The key here - though is to use what works - rather than what we like, or what is fun.. Sometimes these are one in the same
A9. Learn about your students life, be personal, them implement the right tech and watch them bloom!
Poll 10A)
How do you feel towards virtual days, IF every student had internet access away from school?
A9 Teach your Ss not just how to think creatively but how to follow through. This is so hard.
A9. Be willing to give it a try - just like we ask of our students !!!
A9: Bottom up innovation is where most of the best ideas originate. This includes Ss. Ts are the practitioners and know what works.
This !!!!!!!! https://t.co/gLZ63qJJbL
A9: All teachers SHOULD be committed to continuous improvement. This should involve finding and experimenting w/ new practices
Teachers need to have open minds and should embrace new and innovative teaching methods.
And because of twitter my students HAVE noticed a change in my classroom culture and curriculum https://t.co/wxwyMS8W2A
A7: better question may be who do I not get new ideas from. Teachers shouldn't be left to come up w/their own curriculum.
A9 Be Iron Man...
...and then reflect about it in a blog post later and hashtag that bad boy. https://t.co/GGouKjm4yz
Poll Q10B)
Do you value blended learning models? (Split Class: Traditional and Online)
A10a) WHOLLY support virtual days given the internet access/devices to support it.
Q10C)
Does the flipped classroom model intrigue you? (Ss watch lesson at home- clarific. & exten. at school)
This idea fascinates me. Unfortunately, it's not realistic for my district. https://t.co/vrgO6vKOBL
Poll 10A)
How do you feel towards virtual days, IF every student had internet access away from school?
Also important for T's to know when to get out of S's way! https://t.co/mlYy4wM5LD
A9: Bottom up innovation is where most of the best ideas originate. This includes Ss. Ts are the practitioners and know what works.
A9cont) Dawning the suit doesn't just mean...fighting Hydra! Put it on for your students everyday! https://t.co/dqtOpCVurn
Go for it! Then show me results. Reflect for further improvement, implementation, or scrapping. https://t.co/C3KQynLE9E
my summers are now spent honing my craft teaching broadcasting so MY STUDENTS are the reason I like summers! https://t.co/W6OO6psaSM
A) perception that teachers only want to teach to have summers "off"
A10 like the idea, but what keeps us from being lumped in w/failing virtual?
Blended learning, flipped classroom, etc does not take In account the poor districts and this makes me sad. in a perfect world.
a10 virtual days - mixed thoughts. seems wonderful but reality idk...
A10: I think virtual lrng will become more commonplace in next decade, most likely due to continued erosion of education funding.
A10abc: It depends on the kid. We should find the best learning situation for each S. and not force those on any other S.
Be resilient! If something doesnt work, dont be hard on yourself. Pick yourself back and try again! https://t.co/Z40vP0uM5G
Unfortunately, I believe this will be the reason we see more of it. Not to improve learning https://t.co/ZZhc6jGA6s
A10: I think virtual lrng will become more commonplace in next decade, most likely due to continued erosion of education funding.
A10 Hmmm...I love the idea for upper grades, but elem need more support and guidance. https://t.co/5xPZ3ew05Y
Q10C)
Does the flipped classroom model intrigue you? (Ss watch lesson at home- clarific. & exten. at school)
Haters gonna hate. It doesn't matter what we do. We won't change their minds. https://t.co/S4gvKGvriB
A10 like the idea, but what keeps us from being lumped in w/failing virtual?
I exist in the virtual world but I'm not sure the discipline is their for the masses. https://t.co/erOew2F4Yp
Poll 10A)
How do you feel towards virtual days, IF every student had internet access away from school?
BOOM! https://t.co/UcNL99oKfe
A10: I think virtual lrng will become more commonplace in next decade, most likely due to continued erosion of education funding.
When I assign PBL I have to allow for time at school to complete project. They can't do it at home.
Planning & implementation are key! Enrichment very different than all curriculum delivered virtually. https://t.co/IAxmwRgklQ
A10 like the idea, but what keeps us from being lumped in w/failing virtual?
A10a more realistic for HS. Def be beneficial for college readiness.
For flipped/blended? Still physically interacting with the students in the classroom makes big dif https://t.co/9dBpX3CaCI
A10 like the idea, but what keeps us from being lumped in w/failing virtual?
Sad but almost certainly dead on... https://t.co/x6QHxeM66E
A10: I think virtual lrng will become more commonplace in next decade, most likely due to continued erosion of education funding.
Thank you to the participants of tonight! I hope this reflection has helped us in some way.
A10a Hmmm...I love the idea for upper grades, but elem need more support and guidance.
Prophetic! https://t.co/PfTeLfVotS
A10: I think virtual lrng will become more commonplace in next decade, most likely due to continued erosion of education funding.
A10: Every T should do some sort of flipped learning. Even elem could help parents with learning videos!
Thank you you were amazing!!! https://t.co/HMgOA63yrm
Thank you to the participants of tonight! I hope this reflection has helped us in some way.
10ABC: How do we get these ideas into all of our districts, even the not so well of districts? All Ok Ss should have these tools
Alrighty , I'm off to . You should swing by and say hello.
Great chat. Thanks for moderating
A9 look4 them, steal, try, communicate W/admin & Ts, reflect, modify as needed. Never stop innovating. https://t.co/FiAOOwwbZC
. Also, I *want* to see them work. It helps me understand their thinking & love to see how them struggle then triumph
Shout out to , , , , for participating in .
We’re bringing Pokemon Go to OTA Encyclo-Media this yr - here’s “14 ways to bring (it) to (your) school” https://t.co/7h7wTtIJtH
Great topic, chat, and moderating, ... Good night Gracie!!!
Both chats on Sunday night. We really need to get together. .
A10c I like the idea...could allow for more time activily learning and creating.
Interesting chat! Thanks !
Thank you for the chat tonight.
