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iammrsnix Dec 5 @ 9:00 PM EST

It's time to start! Introduce yourself and tell us your favorite tech toy! @mrvesco #ksedchat

In reply to @mrvesco

LauraGilchrist4 - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:00 PM EST

AMANDA!! I can hear the joy and beautiful music now....Your presence will most definitely be missed tonight. #ksedchat

AmandaBuethe - Moderator Dec 5 @ 8:26 PM EST

Christmas concert is going to keep me away from #ksedchat tonight but can't wait to read all the great ideas for#hourofcode

LauraGilchrist4 - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:01 PM EST

Hello @USD475_STEM!! Great to see you here....and I dig the pro pic. :) #ksedchat #hourofcode

In reply to @USD475_STEM

USD475_STEM Dec 5 @ 8:08 PM EST

Join the #ksedchat tonight starting at 8:00. The topic: The Hour of Code!

PrincipalNyberg Dec 5 @ 9:01 PM EST

Howdy #ksedchat I'm Brant. MS Principal from Wyoming Fav tech toy is my Samsung Galaxy. The world at my fingertips :)

mrvesco - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:02 PM EST

Hey #ksedchat! Tim Vesco, 5th grade teacher. Frontenac, KS. My favorite tech toy is the iPad. Students can do so much with it!

iammrsnix Dec 5 @ 9:03 PM EST

My name is Cassie Nix & I teach 325 6th graders #edtech & #digcit in KCK at #turner202strong My fav tech toy: Google Home! #ksedchat

misszeisler Dec 5 @ 9:03 PM EST

Carmen from McPherson ❤️ Teach 5th grade. I just got an @amazonecho and I ❤️ it! #ksedchat

In reply to @amazonecho

misshaysteach Dec 5 @ 9:03 PM EST

Sorry #ksedchat will not be participating tonight...realized today that it is MY circus and those are MY monkeys #tomorrowwillbebetter

LaBarberaGlenda Dec 5 @ 9:03 PM EST

Glenda from @USD457 Former MS Principal, now sped coordinator. #ksedchat

In reply to @USD457

MissTTimmons Dec 5 @ 9:04 PM EST

Hey There I'm Tiana (University of South Carolina Upstate Student). My fav tech toy is of course my IPhone and IPad #ksedchat

channonreid Dec 5 @ 9:04 PM EST

Hi #ksedchat I'm Channon, pre-service teacher educational student in SC. My fav tech toy is my iPhone.

mark_medstudent Dec 5 @ 9:04 PM EST

Mark Cruz from USD 457 Physics Teacher #ksedchat

JasonKohls Dec 5 @ 9:04 PM EST

Jason from Buhler, HS ELA. IPhone, IPad, MacBook Pro. I love the power we, and our students, have at a click. #ksedchat

MrTCGates Dec 5 @ 9:04 PM EST

Hello #ksedchat. My name is Tyler Gates and I teach high school freshmen in Garden City, KS. My favorite tech tool is GAFE!

mrscooper_2 Dec 5 @ 9:04 PM EST

#ksedchat Erika Cooper 2nd grade teacher from Shawnee, KS. The versatility of an iPad can't be beat!

MrDinkel Dec 5 @ 9:04 PM EST

Dan from Junction City! Excited to be here tonight. #ksedchat

AmyHBroncoFan Dec 5 @ 9:05 PM EST

Hello #ksedchat. My name is Amy. I'm a Middle school teacher from Garden City, KS. My favorite tech toy is my Samsung Galaxy as well!

misszeisler Dec 5 @ 9:05 PM EST

yes!!!! In AWE!! #ksedchat

In reply to @mrvesco

pjcerullo Dec 5 @ 9:05 PM EST

Happy Monday! Phil, 5th grade teacher, from NJ. My favorite tech toy currently is the IPAD. There are so many opportunities for Ss #ksedchat

EHSMrsJ Dec 5 @ 9:05 PM EST

Hey #ksedchat! In & out tonight but excited to catch up later & learn more from @iammrsnix & all of you! Fave toy: Google Cardboard!

LauraGilchrist4 - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:05 PM EST

Hi #ksedchat! I'm InstrCoach at #turner202strong. I consider myself lucky gal to work with the one and only @iammrsnix! #hourofcode

In reply to @iammrsnix

amyanderson2255 Dec 5 @ 9:06 PM EST

#ksedchat Hi! Amy Anderson-Business Teacher-Garden City High School-Garden City, KS-Favorite Tech is Google Docs #HourofCode

LauraGilchrist4 - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:06 PM EST

I need to try Google Home!! #ksedchat

iammrsnix Dec 5 @ 9:03 PM EST

My name is Cassie Nix & I teach 325 6th graders #edtech & #digcit in KCK at #turner202strong My fav tech toy: Google Home! #ksedchat

mark_medstudent Dec 5 @ 9:07 PM EST

Favorite tech toy, I have to agree with most of you the ipad #ksedchat

epixie29 Dec 5 @ 9:07 PM EST

#ksedchat hi I teach in Garden City and use my laptop in the classroom all the time

aboone_angie Dec 5 @ 9:07 PM EST

Angie Boone sped teacher from Cheney, KS. Love my iPad/iPhone. Loved my Simon and Merlin when I was a girl! #ksedchat

LauraGilchrist4 - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:07 PM EST

Hi Dan!! I'm happy you're here. 👏 @MrDinkel #ksedchat

In reply to @MrDinkel

LaBarberaGlenda Dec 5 @ 9:07 PM EST

Love the Garden City folks showing for #ksedchat! Technology brings us together across the state!

morganarbogast1 Dec 5 @ 9:07 PM EST

My name is Morgan Arbogast, student at Cedarville University. My fav tech toy is all Google Programs! So many options. #ksedchat

AmyHuntGB Dec 5 @ 9:07 PM EST

Amy Hunt, Dir. of Ed. Tech for @GreenbushESC! #ksedchat

In reply to @GreenbushESC

LauraGilchrist4 - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:08 PM EST

Hello Julie Jacobs! @EHSMrsJ @iammrsnix #ksedchat

In reply to @EHSMrsJ, @iammrsnix

russkahle Dec 5 @ 9:08 PM EST

Good evening #ksedchat Russ Kahle, Tech director and my favorite tech tool is whatever fits the job. iPad, Chromebook or Stone Tablet

rolandteach Dec 5 @ 9:08 PM EST

Hi #ksedchat! I'll be in and out tonight. Trying to get caught up from being sick last week!

LauraGilchrist4 - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:09 PM EST

Hi Amy!! Excited you're here! Hope to meet you one day soon. :) @AmyHuntGB @GreenbushESC #ksedchat

In reply to @AmyHuntGB, @GreenbushESC

leashawolterman Dec 5 @ 9:09 PM EST

Leasha Wolterman 4/5 Instructional Coach #turner202strong and I love my iPad! #ksedchat

LauraGilchrist4 - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:09 PM EST

Hello Hello Angie!! @aboone_angie #ksedchat

In reply to @aboone_angie

iammrsnix Dec 5 @ 9:10 PM EST

First question! Why is coding valuable for our students? @mrvesco #ksedchat

In reply to @mrvesco

spareteacher Dec 5 @ 9:10 PM EST

Hello #ksedchat, Larissa, from Turner! Chiming in for a bit tonight!

oneal_nat Dec 5 @ 9:10 PM EST

Good evening #ksedchat! I'm Natalie from Pittsburg. I teach K-5 ESOL. iPhone is my fav tech tool!

LauraGilchrist4 - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:10 PM EST

I'm glad you're feeling better, Monica Roland!! @rolandteach #ksedchat

In reply to @rolandteach

epixie29 Dec 5 @ 9:11 PM EST

#ksedchat Coding is valuable because it's a marketable skill.

rolandteach Dec 5 @ 9:11 PM EST

Favorite tech toy iPad/iPhone... #ksedchat

LauraGilchrist4 - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:11 PM EST

#ksedchat PLN---Ask Russ about his mad #beatboxing skills. :) #edcampsummitkc

russkahle Dec 5 @ 9:08 PM EST

Good evening #ksedchat Russ Kahle, Tech director and my favorite tech tool is whatever fits the job. iPad, Chromebook or Stone Tablet

mrvesco - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:12 PM EST

A1: Coding is already a big part of their lives, they just don't realize it. It's important that are exposed to it. #ksedchat

iammrsnix Dec 5 @ 9:10 PM EST

First question! Why is coding valuable for our students? @mrvesco #ksedchat
In reply to @mrvesco

russkahle Dec 5 @ 9:12 PM EST

A1 #coding teaches them to think differently and seek out better and more efficient solutions #ksedchat

AmyHuntGB Dec 5 @ 9:12 PM EST

A1: I believe it will be a must-have for our s's to compete in a digital world. Plus it's great for their growing minds! #ksedchat

mark_medstudent Dec 5 @ 9:12 PM EST

A1 #ksedchat we are in the digital age and knowing a the basics of programming is a must

iammrsnix Dec 5 @ 9:13 PM EST

A1: Part of preparing kids for jobs that don't exist yet is giving them skills that will likely be valuable---coding is one #ksedchat

iammrsnix Dec 5 @ 9:13 PM EST

A1: Coding will be integral to SO many diff jobs in the future! Tech will likely be integrated deeply into every single field #ksedchat

MrTCGates Dec 5 @ 9:13 PM EST

Coding is important for many reasons but the problem solving skills it helps build are invaluable across all content #ksedchat

AmyHBroncoFan Dec 5 @ 9:13 PM EST

Most of the jobs that students are facing and will continue to face after graduation lean more towards coding in some form. #KSedchat

oneal_nat Dec 5 @ 9:13 PM EST

A1 #ksedchat

misszeisler Dec 5 @ 9:13 PM EST

A1 #ksedchat

pjcerullo Dec 5 @ 9:14 PM EST

A1: Coding is valuable for Ss because it teaches them problem solving skills, Grit, and design thinking. #ksedchat

PrincipalNyberg Dec 5 @ 9:14 PM EST

#ksedchat A1: I love the combination of creativity and perserverence

aboone_angie Dec 5 @ 9:14 PM EST

A1:love that it makes problem solving fun, Ss have to persevere at times to complete the tasks #ksedchat

spareteacher Dec 5 @ 9:14 PM EST

A1: I think coding is a diff type of thinking and prob solving. Our world needs diff types of thinkers and creators! #ksedchat

LaBarberaGlenda Dec 5 @ 9:14 PM EST

Coding provides creative thinking opportunities with a visible outcome that encourages the love of learning and doing. #ksedchat

LauraGilchrist4 - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:14 PM EST

Fave tech toy is my iphone--so many apps/creation tools/expression tools inside. I also dig photography tech tools.📱📸 #photojojo #ksedchat

mrscooper_2 Dec 5 @ 9:14 PM EST

#ksedchat Teaching coding to Ss creates interest and prepares Ss for their future 21st century jobs.It is skill most of them will need.

mrvesco - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:14 PM EST

A1: Coding = Creating Isn't that what we want our students to be doing in our classrooms? #ksedchat

morganarbogast1 Dec 5 @ 9:14 PM EST

A1: Coding allows for critical thinking and problem solving development which as mentioned will make them marketable in the future #ksedchat

mark_medstudent Dec 5 @ 9:15 PM EST

A1 Coding also develops the students' higher order thinking skills #ksedchat

channonreid Dec 5 @ 9:15 PM EST

A1: Coding is integral for their problem solving development. #ksedchat

PrincipalNyberg Dec 5 @ 9:15 PM EST

The world so need these people! #ksedchat

spareteacher Dec 5 @ 9:14 PM EST

A1: I think coding is a diff type of thinking and prob solving. Our world needs diff types of thinkers and creators! #ksedchat

misszeisler Dec 5 @ 9:15 PM EST

YES! #ksedchat https://t.co/igtAYKkT1c

mrvesco - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:14 PM EST

A1: Coding = Creating Isn't that what we want our students to be doing in our classrooms? #ksedchat

amyanderson2255 Dec 5 @ 9:15 PM EST

A1 #ksedchat Coding is a great skill & introducing & exposing students to it is important #HourofCode

MrDinkel Dec 5 @ 9:16 PM EST

A1: coding teaches many skills that are hard to teach and assess; logic, critical thinking, collaboration, perseverance #ksedchat

LauraGilchrist4 - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:16 PM EST

Hi Amy! I keep seeing @USD457 Garden City edus on Twitter & #ksedchat. Ts networking for ideas, resources, connections=good for kids! BRAVO!

AmyHBroncoFan Dec 5 @ 9:05 PM EST

Hello #ksedchat. My name is Amy. I'm a Middle school teacher from Garden City, KS. My favorite tech toy is my Samsung Galaxy as well!

Arcadia_Parson Dec 5 @ 9:16 PM EST

A1: "Not learning to code is like not learning to read." I fully believe this & can't imagine removing it from my curriculum! #ksedchat

aboone_angie Dec 5 @ 9:17 PM EST

A1 cont: it also allows Ss who don't always feel success in paper pencil tasks to shine #ksedchat

PrincipalNyberg Dec 5 @ 9:17 PM EST

#ksedchat It teaches students that there are multiple ways to accomplish the same task. They can then hunt for efficiency.

iammrsnix Dec 5 @ 9:17 PM EST

encourages accepting failure and persistence too! #ksedchat

In reply to @spareteacher

amyanderson2255 Dec 5 @ 9:17 PM EST

A1 #ksedchat teaches problem solving #HourofCode

JenniferMFarr Dec 5 @ 9:18 PM EST

A1: coding is needed to teach perseverance and 21st skills. Learning is unlesrning and relearning...that's coding #ksedchat

spareteacher Dec 5 @ 9:18 PM EST

So true! It is a new type of “lego” if that makes sense. But legos are still cool! #ksedchat

In reply to @iammrsnix

mrvesco - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:18 PM EST

A1: Coding is also so much fun! #ksedchat

iammrsnix Dec 5 @ 9:18 PM EST

A1: also cause IT'S FUN DANG IT!!! #ksedchat

MrTCGates Dec 5 @ 9:19 PM EST

A1 I can't count the number of times coding has given that "quiet" student a voice in the classroom. #ksedchat

iammrsnix Dec 5 @ 9:19 PM EST

Legos is one of our options during tech stations, still have lots of kids that choose it #ksedchat

In reply to @spareteacher

iammrsnix Dec 5 @ 9:20 PM EST

Second question--What have you done for hour of code in the past? @mrvesco #ksedchat

In reply to @mrvesco

teachbleggett Dec 5 @ 9:20 PM EST

A1) Coding is great for thinking. Allows to fail & try again, problem solve & celebrate accomplishments. Builds many skills #ksedchat

iammrsnix Dec 5 @ 9:20 PM EST

FYI I used @canva to create the question images tonight, great graphic design website! #ksedchat

In reply to @canva

russkahle Dec 5 @ 9:21 PM EST

#ksedchat @LauraGilchrist4 😁

In reply to @LauraGilchrist4

PrincipalNyberg Dec 5 @ 9:21 PM EST

It can help eliminate fear of failure! The power of "yet". I love this! #ksedchat

teachbleggett Dec 5 @ 9:20 PM EST

A1) Coding is great for thinking. Allows to fail & try again, problem solve & celebrate accomplishments. Builds many skills #ksedchat

misszeisler Dec 5 @ 9:21 PM EST

A2) #HourofCode website activities mainly #ksedchat

iammrsnix Dec 5 @ 9:22 PM EST

A2: We have done a class period of coding on @codeorg & played with some of our coding robotics like @SpheroEdu & @WonderWorkshop #ksedchat

In reply to @codeorg, @SpheroEdu, @WonderWorkshop

mark_medstudent Dec 5 @ 9:22 PM EST

In Physics, coding can help you predict the "behavior" of a particle or a body in motion in the future like Milankovitch Cycles #ksedchat

mrvesco - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:22 PM EST

A2: Last year was our first year participating in the #HourofCode. Students K-5 did @codeorg activities. #ksedchat

In reply to @codeorg

JenniferMFarr Dec 5 @ 9:22 PM EST

A2: we have done district and bldg tracking of hours. Need some fun ideas to spice it up!! #help #ksedchat

LauraGilchrist4 - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:22 PM EST

Former stu of mine taught himself to code (sev yrs back)-Youtube. Wrote weightroom app for his HS-30k lines code. Tech career now! #ksedchat

MrTCGates Dec 5 @ 9:22 PM EST

A2 I've used #HourofCode lots of times to introduce basic concepts using the block coding to prepare for other coding languages #ksedchat

MrDinkel Dec 5 @ 9:22 PM EST

they are pretty AWESOME! #ksedchat

In reply to @iammrsnix

pjcerullo Dec 5 @ 9:22 PM EST

A2: I have used @kodable , spent an hour doing coding on @codeorg , and we did low tech coding (paper commands). #ksedchat

In reply to @kodable, @codeorg

aboone_angie Dec 5 @ 9:23 PM EST

A2: just starting out, but I like https://t.co/647iIyGfEW, easy for me as a T and challenging for my Ss #ksedchat

PrincipalNyberg Dec 5 @ 9:23 PM EST

#ksedchat A2: Ss that participate are entered into a drawing for fun prizes. Even more, Ts were also entered if they participated :)

leashawolterman Dec 5 @ 9:23 PM EST

Took the words out of my mouth!! A1: Code is engaging! #ksedchat

iammrsnix Dec 5 @ 9:18 PM EST

A1: also cause IT'S FUN DANG IT!!! #ksedchat

colton_j_gibson Dec 5 @ 9:23 PM EST

Colton Gibson, student of @TechIntegratio1 . Favorite tech toy is my iPhone - communication & endless information. #ksedchat

In reply to @TechIntegratio1

mrscooper_2 Dec 5 @ 9:24 PM EST

A2 Just https://t.co/H5HTCCOIwT Hour of Code.This year I am trying to include a new activity everyday. @Seesaw has great resources!#ksedchat

In reply to @Seesaw

MrDinkel Dec 5 @ 9:24 PM EST

Last year we hosted a whole district code-a-thon. K-5 students participated using https://t.co/O2M9zZgdWb. We totaled 4,000 hours #ksedchat

JenniferMFarr Dec 5 @ 9:24 PM EST

A2: this past week I have used WeDo 2.0 and Spheros. Should use that for hour of code!? #ksedchat

amyanderson2255 Dec 5 @ 9:24 PM EST

A2) #ksedchat Heard about #HourofCode last school year, but have not tried it in my classes yet. Hopefully in the near future!

iammrsnix Dec 5 @ 9:25 PM EST

we did something similar and kids loved it! I like your idea of involving Ts #ksedchat

In reply to @PrincipalNyberg

mark_medstudent Dec 5 @ 9:25 PM EST

A2: We use it when students design their bridge projects. They can see how the brdige will behave in certain conditions #ksedchat

kyocumtlc Dec 5 @ 9:25 PM EST

#ksedchat We have started coding at all grade levels kids love it

pjcerullo Dec 5 @ 9:25 PM EST

How does that work? #ksedchat

In reply to @mark_medstudent

PrincipalNyberg Dec 5 @ 9:26 PM EST

It helped motivate one of my Ts to learn coding on their own so she could create an exploratory class this year :) #ksedchat

iammrsnix Dec 5 @ 9:25 PM EST

we did something similar and kids loved it! I like your idea of involving Ts #ksedchat
In reply to @PrincipalNyberg

MrDinkel Dec 5 @ 9:26 PM EST

A2: we also provided some "unplugged" activities for our youngest students. #ksedchat

AmyHBroncoFan Dec 5 @ 9:26 PM EST

I haven't started yet. But am quite intrigued and looking forward to playing with it. #KSedchat

morganarbogast1 Dec 5 @ 9:26 PM EST

A2: since I am a student,I haven't used any but https://t.co/CrC7sz8M5c seems easy and fun for Ss #ksedchat

epixie29 Dec 5 @ 9:26 PM EST

I looked at #hourofcode today and played with one of the tutorials #ksedchat

colton_j_gibson Dec 5 @ 9:27 PM EST

A1: Reasons to teach code: jobs. The world is becoming closer to technology & coding is how to keep advancing. #ksedchat

mrvesco - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:27 PM EST

I would recommend starting with @codeorg. If you need any help starting @mccall_kelley is great resource! #ksedchat

In reply to @AmyHBroncoFan, @codeorg, @mccall_kelley

AmyHuntGB Dec 5 @ 9:27 PM EST

A2: just help t's get the resources they need. #ksedchat

MrDinkel Dec 5 @ 9:27 PM EST

Is anyone doing anything to engage parents in coding? #ksedchat

Arcadia_Parson Dec 5 @ 9:27 PM EST

Story today: S hacked #Minecraft code to open up & drop uninvited players in his world into lave! So cool what Ss come up with! #ksedchat

PrincipalNyberg Dec 5 @ 9:28 PM EST

What a great idea! #ksedchat

MrDinkel Dec 5 @ 9:27 PM EST

Is anyone doing anything to engage parents in coding? #ksedchat

iammrsnix Dec 5 @ 9:28 PM EST

Not much, I did send out a message abt hour of code, a video explanation, & workshops they could sign their kids up for #ksedchat

In reply to @MrDinkel

oneal_nat Dec 5 @ 9:29 PM EST

A2: #ksedchat my kids love @codeorg. Easy and fun!!!

In reply to @codeorg

kyocumtlc Dec 5 @ 9:29 PM EST

#ksedchat Its are able to really do so much by themselves. They collaborate so well. I’m glad I didn’t let me lack of knowledge stop me.

colton_j_gibson Dec 5 @ 9:27 PM EST

A1: Reasons to teach code: jobs. The world is becoming closer to technology & coding is how to keep advancing. #ksedchat

iammrsnix Dec 5 @ 9:29 PM EST

new @codeorg lessons called "minecraft designer" let students control the objects (sheep drop diamonds, etc) #ksedchat

In reply to @Arcadia_Parson, @codeorg

colton_j_gibson Dec 5 @ 9:29 PM EST

A2: Talk to @TechIntegratio1 about hour of code. She has very many ideas and activities that have proven successful. #ksedchat

In reply to @TechIntegratio1

LauraGilchrist4 - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:29 PM EST

You got it, @russkahle. :) #ksedchat

In reply to @russkahle

misstopliff Dec 5 @ 9:30 PM EST

A1: Valuable because it is an emerging literacy. Tech is everywhere, and I would not be surprised if we all need code skills soon. #ksedchat

kyocumtlc Dec 5 @ 9:30 PM EST

#ksedchat https://t.co/uXZEtooMCg all the way.. They do local trainings. Easy to self teach.

mrvesco - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:27 PM EST

I would recommend starting with @codeorg. If you need any help starting @mccall_kelley is great resource! #ksedchat
In reply to @AmyHBroncoFan, @codeorg, @mccall_kelley

iammrsnix Dec 5 @ 9:30 PM EST

Question 3: How do you make hour of code relevant to your content or age group? @mrvesco #ksedchat

In reply to @mrvesco

iammrsnix Dec 5 @ 9:30 PM EST

seriously, heard so many Ts say "I wouldn't know where to start, I don't get it!" Your kids do, just ask them! #ksedchat

In reply to @kyocumtlc

mrvesco - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:31 PM EST

A3: Today we talked about video games. We talked about how they could make their own games rather than just play them. #ksedchat

kyocumtlc Dec 5 @ 9:31 PM EST

#ksedchat I am going to incorporate into make space night so parent get to try coding.

MrDinkel Dec 5 @ 9:27 PM EST

Is anyone doing anything to engage parents in coding? #ksedchat

aboone_angie Dec 5 @ 9:31 PM EST

#ksedchat

aboone_angie Dec 5 @ 9:30 PM EST

https://t.co/yFuczClwTH will let you share what you have created, my S sends the cool stuff he designs to parent

epixie29 Dec 5 @ 9:32 PM EST

I just learned about Hour of Code today #ksedchat

misstopliff Dec 5 @ 9:32 PM EST

A2: We code a bit on a regular basis, so #hourofcode is a way to focus on it for more endurance, persistence, and resilience #ksedchat

PrincipalNyberg Dec 5 @ 9:32 PM EST

#ksedchat A3: When my MS Ss made the connection with Minecraft...the rest was history :)

iammrsnix Dec 5 @ 9:32 PM EST

Start with convo, let them try flappy bird/minecraft designer on @codeorg then move onto creating games in @hopscotch or @scratch #ksedchat

mrvesco - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:31 PM EST

A3: Today we talked about video games. We talked about how they could make their own games rather than just play them. #ksedchat

epixie29 Dec 5 @ 9:32 PM EST

I tried #hourofcode and thought it was easy to follow and easy to learn #ksedchat

LaBarberaGlenda Dec 5 @ 9:32 PM EST

A3. Kids love technology. Just ask and they will tell you what they find relevant. :-) #ksedchat

AmyHuntGB Dec 5 @ 9:33 PM EST

A3: one of the interesting things I've seen is a teacher using #coding to teach/ explain types of hacking to MS s's for relevancy #ksedchat

morganarbogast1 Dec 5 @ 9:33 PM EST

A3: many paths of coding include simple math skills for #earlyed #ksedchat

JenniferMFarr Dec 5 @ 9:33 PM EST

A3: watch the video that shows jobs that coding applies to from https://t.co/6toJejODBy, brainstorm jobs with coding #ksedchat

MrDinkel Dec 5 @ 9:33 PM EST

great idea. I think it is a very important topic to share with our parents. #ksedchat

In reply to @kyocumtlc

MrTCGates Dec 5 @ 9:33 PM EST

A3 I have S's explore some of the easier levels on https://t.co/nV8B16P9gM before starting any Python, html5, CSS etc for class #ksedchat

Arcadia_Parson Dec 5 @ 9:33 PM EST

So TRUE! Every time other Ts ask me, I unabashedly tell them Ss know way more than me. We learn together! #ksedchat

In reply to @iammrsnix, @kyocumtlc

fireweedlc Dec 5 @ 9:34 PM EST

@MrDinkel great idea! Going to work on that! 1st yr of 1:1 iPad & this would be fabulous way to keep families in the loop! #ksedchat

MrDinkel Dec 5 @ 9:27 PM EST

Is anyone doing anything to engage parents in coding? #ksedchat

PrincipalNyberg Dec 5 @ 9:34 PM EST

Yes. So interesting. #ksedchat

AmyHuntGB Dec 5 @ 9:33 PM EST

A3: one of the interesting things I've seen is a teacher using #coding to teach/ explain types of hacking to MS s's for relevancy #ksedchat

JenniferMFarr Dec 5 @ 9:34 PM EST

A3: talk about what problem solving skills they used #ksedchat

mccall_kelley Dec 5 @ 9:34 PM EST

Hey all..Here is my website of resources..some https://t.co/v2up75NzEE and some are one I've found: https://t.co/Lpfc2smBJN #ksedchat

mark_medstudent Dec 5 @ 9:34 PM EST

A3 For example, the game "Angry Birds" I tell students that there's a lot of Physics involved in that game. #ksedchat

LauraGilchrist4 - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:34 PM EST

#ksedchat-->THIS! https://t.co/CNlIOdYvF4 #hourofcode

aboone_angie Dec 5 @ 9:35 PM EST

I will tell you exactly how I started, told student to type https://t.co/647iIyGfEW into google. #ksedchat

iammrsnix Dec 5 @ 9:30 PM EST

seriously, heard so many Ts say "I wouldn't know where to start, I don't get it!" Your kids do, just ask them! #ksedchat
In reply to @kyocumtlc

mccall_kelley Dec 5 @ 9:35 PM EST

A3: Every app, game and website they play is developed from coding... #ksedchat

iammrsnix Dec 5 @ 9:30 PM EST

Question 3: How do you make hour of code relevant to your content or age group? @mrvesco #ksedchat
In reply to @mrvesco

MrDinkel Dec 5 @ 9:35 PM EST

A3: I am a STEM Coach so the connection is pretty easy. The greatest challenge is convincing Ts that it is relevant for their Ss #ksedchat

cmccartney93 Dec 5 @ 9:36 PM EST

Sorry catching up! #ksedchat

pjcerullo Dec 5 @ 9:36 PM EST

A3: We make connections between the things they love and coding Videogames, webgames, etc. #ksedchat

colton_j_gibson Dec 5 @ 9:36 PM EST

A3:As a HS student, less restrictions keep attention.Give tools and allow creativity. @TechIntegratio1 letting Ss code Vive games. #ksedchat

In reply to @TechIntegratio1

amyanderson2255 Dec 5 @ 9:36 PM EST

A3) #ksedchat- I'm just starting out, but I'm sure there is always a way to connect #HourofCode with your content & grade level-Always A Way

iammrsnix Dec 5 @ 9:37 PM EST

A3: Talk about why it matters in terms of future jobs, etc. Otw some of my kids don't care or find it fun and will just whine #ksedchat

mccall_kelley Dec 5 @ 9:37 PM EST

Coding is the language of computers. Where do we not deal with computers? It's time to learn the language... #ksedchat #coding #hourofcode

MrDinkel Dec 5 @ 9:35 PM EST

A3: I am a STEM Coach so the connection is pretty easy. The greatest challenge is convincing Ts that it is relevant for their Ss #ksedchat

epixie29 Dec 5 @ 9:38 PM EST

#ksedchat Coding is essential because so many future jobs havent been created yet. Coding can take you places.

AmyHBroncoFan Dec 5 @ 9:38 PM EST

Most jobs are technology based and expressing to the students how coding is becoming more and more prevalent. #KSedchat

Arcadia_Parson Dec 5 @ 9:38 PM EST

A S noticed Unity on my class lab computers. "When are we going to make our own video games?" I didn't even know what it did... #ksedchat

kyocumtlc Dec 5 @ 9:38 PM EST

#ksedchat I have seen lesson that connect coding and content - love them. I don’t understand enough to do them myself - YET.

amyanderson2255 Dec 5 @ 9:36 PM EST

A3) #ksedchat- I'm just starting out, but I'm sure there is always a way to connect #HourofCode with your content & grade level-Always A Way

colton_j_gibson Dec 5 @ 9:39 PM EST

A2/A3: Incorporating into Makerspace/@BobcatiStudio nights allows code mentoring for Ss and parents. Talk to @TechIntegratio1 . #ksedchat

In reply to @BobcatiStudio, @TechIntegratio1

misstopliff Dec 5 @ 9:39 PM EST

A3: Using EV3s is perfect for operations on decimals, bc the circumf. of tires is a decimal. Real life application of that skill. #ksedchat

mrvesco - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:39 PM EST

Be sure to give my GREAT principal @cmccartney93 a follow #ksedchat. I'm not just saying this because she brought cinnamon rolls Friday : )

cmccartney93 Dec 5 @ 9:36 PM EST

Sorry catching up! #ksedchat

epixie29 Dec 5 @ 9:39 PM EST

I'd love to do a Makerspace as I'm a MS librarian #ksedchat

In reply to @colton_j_gibson, @BobcatiStudio, @TechIntegratio1

iammrsnix Dec 5 @ 9:40 PM EST

Question 4-- What are ways we can build on coding after this week? @mrvesco #ksedchat

In reply to @mrvesco

MissTTimmons Dec 5 @ 9:40 PM EST

A3) When is technology not used in today's society? Most jobs are always looking for more and new technology. #ksedchat

iammrsnix Dec 5 @ 9:41 PM EST

A4: We will be launching our CODING CHALLENGE! Students will have 4 months to complete the @codeorg classes and earn a party #ksedchat

In reply to @codeorg

JenniferMFarr Dec 5 @ 9:41 PM EST

A4: https://t.co/6toJejODBy has good courses to keep kids challenged and making it meaningful #ksedchat

pynn1320 Dec 5 @ 9:41 PM EST

Oy! Late🙈 #ksedchat

JenniferMFarr Dec 5 @ 9:41 PM EST

A4: encourage robotics and seek different challenges for students #ksedchat

fireweedlc Dec 5 @ 9:41 PM EST

A3 - Everything relates to science! My challenge for the yr: Name something that doesn't relate to, rely on, or use Sci. :) #ksedchat

mrvesco - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:41 PM EST

A4: I try to encourage many Ss to continue coding during #geniushour. #ksedchat

epixie29 Dec 5 @ 9:41 PM EST

A4 #ksedchat my school could go anywhere our comp teacher is a first year inexperienced teacher who could use some help in this area

iammrsnix Dec 5 @ 9:42 PM EST

A4: Make it an anchor activity in your class. Kids that like it will keep going back to it. Work it into lessons when it applies #ksedchat

kyocumtlc Dec 5 @ 9:42 PM EST

#ksedchat We are going to start a girls code club after school to keep the interest up.

iammrsnix Dec 5 @ 9:40 PM EST

Question 4-- What are ways we can build on coding after this week? @mrvesco #ksedchat
In reply to @mrvesco

teachbleggett Dec 5 @ 9:43 PM EST

A4) Tie it into standards. My Ss would write narrative stories from creations. Identify main idea & use evidence to support, etc. #ksedchat

morganarbogast1 Dec 5 @ 9:43 PM EST

A4: keeping kids engaged by presenting new ideas, games, and ways of incorporating coding in lessons #ksedchat

PrincipalNyberg Dec 5 @ 9:43 PM EST

#ksedchat A4: I have this crazy idea that one day my Ss will be able to create their own apps.

kyocumtlc Dec 5 @ 9:43 PM EST

#ksedchat Coding is a great activity when students are waiting for the rest of the class to complete an activity

mrvesco - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:41 PM EST

A4: I try to encourage many Ss to continue coding during #geniushour. #ksedchat

amyanderson2255 Dec 5 @ 9:43 PM EST

A4) #ksedchat Since I'm just starting out, I'm going to try https://t.co/oM0MQBdpYy in my classroom & then build from that #HourofCode

Arcadia_Parson Dec 5 @ 9:43 PM EST

A3:I start by showing them @codeorg videos from CS industry moguls. They also love learning they can make their own games! #ksedchat

In reply to @codeorg

mrvesco - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:44 PM EST

A4: I have 2 Ss who are coding a Sphero to go from my room to the principal office. Many Ss are wanting to try after they finish. #ksedchat

fireweedlc Dec 5 @ 9:44 PM EST

Me too @epixie39👀as a club or in class as options to show understanding or use of concepts. #ksedchat

epixie29 Dec 5 @ 9:39 PM EST

I'd love to do a Makerspace as I'm a MS librarian #ksedchat
In reply to @colton_j_gibson, @BobcatiStudio, @TechIntegratio1

AmyHBroncoFan Dec 5 @ 9:44 PM EST

For me, "the rookie", play around with all the good suggestions on my own. Then have my students start with a one. #KSedchat

teachbleggett Dec 5 @ 9:44 PM EST

Ss would also share coding creations & classes around world would use Padlet to give feedback. Ss would blog about process too. #ksedchat

colton_j_gibson Dec 5 @ 9:44 PM EST

A4: Let students try Unity in order to expand the "application" part of their coding knowledge & education. #ksedchat

iammrsnix Dec 5 @ 9:45 PM EST

Did I mention I made a rap video to launch it?? #ksedchat https://t.co/5XAr6PGxHA

In reply to @misstopliff, @Mr_GrantStucky, @misskeplinger

MrTCGates Dec 5 @ 9:45 PM EST

A4 I have had great luck moving from HoC to CodeCombat. I encourage students to reach a certain level by a deadline #ksedchat

MrDinkel Dec 5 @ 9:45 PM EST

A4: look for opportunities for the application of learned skills. Robotics seems like a natural fit. #ksedchat

mark_medstudent Dec 5 @ 9:46 PM EST

A4 Using basic coding in class so students can appreciate its importance #ksedchat

iammrsnix Dec 5 @ 9:46 PM EST

what kid doesn't love robots?! @SpheroEdu is a big hit in my classroom #ksedchat

In reply to @MrDinkel, @SpheroEdu

MrDinkel Dec 5 @ 9:47 PM EST

Does anyone follow a building/district coding sequence? Or are we still too early in the process? #ksedchat

russkahle Dec 5 @ 9:48 PM EST

A4 Adopt a class pet robot like #sphero #dashanddot #beebot #ozobot #spherobb8 or code during indoor recess #ksedchat

colton_j_gibson Dec 5 @ 9:49 PM EST

Speaking of robots, Dot and Dash are a big hit amongst all ages in our district. #ksedchat

In reply to @iammrsnix, @MrDinkel

kyocumtlc Dec 5 @ 9:49 PM EST

All of those are great additions. #ksedchat

russkahle Dec 5 @ 9:48 PM EST

A4 Adopt a class pet robot like #sphero #dashanddot #beebot #ozobot #spherobb8 or code during indoor recess #ksedchat

iammrsnix Dec 5 @ 9:50 PM EST

Final question and perhaps the most important! Share resources for other teachers for hour of code @mrvesco #ksedchat

pjcerullo Dec 5 @ 9:50 PM EST

That is a fun idea! Maybe I'll adopt a BB8! #ksedchat

In reply to @russkahle

fireweedlc Dec 5 @ 9:50 PM EST

2nd sem plan to use coding as part of Guided Studies-our intervention time 4 all -so Genius Hr or when finished with target skills #ksedchat

iammrsnix Dec 5 @ 9:51 PM EST

A5: Obvious fav is @codeorg & they've create a really good page this year that allows you to filter by device, age, level, etc #ksedchat

In reply to @codeorg

StarfishEmily Dec 5 @ 9:51 PM EST

A4 As part of a product for a PBL or ALU. #designprocess #ksedchat

mrvesco - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:51 PM EST

A5: My students tried out Swift Playground app today on the iPad. It was fun and challenging. #ksedchat

iammrsnix Dec 5 @ 9:51 PM EST

have those too! have some kids that are trying to teach Dash to play 3 blind mice #ksedchat

In reply to @colton_j_gibson, @MrDinkel

kyocumtlc Dec 5 @ 9:51 PM EST

Important point - access for all students, not just students that are ready or have earned it. #ksedchat

fireweedlc Dec 5 @ 9:50 PM EST

2nd sem plan to use coding as part of Guided Studies-our intervention time 4 all -so Genius Hr or when finished with target skills #ksedchat

StarfishEmily Dec 5 @ 9:51 PM EST

A4 build am app to make the would a better place #ksedchat

iammrsnix Dec 5 @ 9:51 PM EST

thank you! I am not a natural rapper, but it helps if you have no shame! #ksedchat

In reply to @MrDinkel

rolandteach Dec 5 @ 9:51 PM EST

Great job @iammrsnix! #ksedchat

In reply to @iammrsnix

iammrsnix Dec 5 @ 9:52 PM EST

thanks! I feel so fancy :D #ksedchat

In reply to @rolandteach

AmyHBroncoFan Dec 5 @ 9:52 PM EST

Yes please!!!! #KSedchat

amyanderson2255 Dec 5 @ 9:52 PM EST

A5) #ksedchat since I'm new to this I don't have a resource to share, but I sure have gained a lot of great resources from this chat. Thanks

mrvesco - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:52 PM EST

A5: Here is another coding website I've played around with. https://t.co/liutGGxnlh @EraseAllKittens #ksedchat

In reply to @EraseAllKittens

epixie29 Dec 5 @ 9:52 PM EST

#ksedchat I just wish I had resources to share! LOL

iammrsnix Dec 5 @ 9:53 PM EST

A5: Check @YouTube for great vids to show kids about why coding matters, famous people talking about coding, or tutorials #ksedchat

In reply to @YouTube

StarfishEmily Dec 5 @ 9:53 PM EST

Drag and Drop Coding to finish a narrative writing piece in code @gotynker @WVSmallCoin #ksedchat

In reply to @gotynker, @WVSmallCoin

kyocumtlc Dec 5 @ 9:53 PM EST

#ksedchat thanks all!!!

JenniferMFarr Dec 5 @ 9:53 PM EST

@cassienix #ksedchat

In reply to @cassienix

fireweedlc Dec 5 @ 9:53 PM EST

We hope to have access 2nd sem to this! Love to hear about others' experience #ksedchat

mrvesco - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:51 PM EST

A5: My students tried out Swift Playground app today on the iPad. It was fun and challenging. #ksedchat

JenniferMFarr Dec 5 @ 9:54 PM EST

#ksedchat what a great twitter chat! @iammrsnix

In reply to @iammrsnix

morganarbogast1 Dec 5 @ 9:54 PM EST

A5: New as well to all of this. Thanks for the resources! #ksedchat

EHSMrsJ Dec 5 @ 9:54 PM EST

Thanks #ksedchat & don't forget to join us for Seesaw and Coding on Thurs. at 4PST/6CST! #seesawcoders #hourofcode #CSEdWeek #seesawchat

iammrsnix Dec 5 @ 9:54 PM EST

thank you! my first time moderating! :D #ksedchat

In reply to @JenniferMFarr

StarfishEmily Dec 5 @ 9:55 PM EST

I am loving @codinginswift, iOS Playgrounds @PlayOsmo #ksedchat

In reply to @codinginswift, @PlayOsmo

mark_medstudent Dec 5 @ 9:55 PM EST

Thank you for the resources #ksedchat

PrincipalNyberg Dec 5 @ 9:55 PM EST

Great work @iammrsnix Fun #ksedchat. Lots of great info.

In reply to @iammrsnix

mrvesco - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:55 PM EST

Thank you to @iammrsnix for leading #ksedchat tonight and sharing her amazing rap skills with all of us!

In reply to @iammrsnix

LaBarberaGlenda Dec 5 @ 9:55 PM EST

Great learning tonight. Thanks @iammrsnix ! #ksedchat

In reply to @iammrsnix

pjcerullo Dec 5 @ 9:55 PM EST

A5: Anyone tried Hopscotch? It is a coding game making app. #ksedchat

colton_j_gibson Dec 5 @ 9:55 PM EST

A5: Osmo kits, Dot and Dash, & Unity are well-liked and keep Ss attention. #ksedchat

MrDinkel Dec 5 @ 9:56 PM EST

It always goes so fast! Thank you everyone for the great chat. #ksedchat

aboone_angie Dec 5 @ 9:56 PM EST

Thanks so much @iammrsnix, love #ksedchat, gave me the courage to try coding with my Ss.

In reply to @iammrsnix

AmyHBroncoFan Dec 5 @ 9:57 PM EST

Thanks everyone! #KSedchat

mrvesco - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:58 PM EST

Be sure to come back next Monday at 8:00 pm cst to talk about Teacher Professional Growth with @DHEPrincipal. #ksedchat

fireweedlc Dec 5 @ 9:58 PM EST

Thxs for the reboot. Needed it today! Have a great week all! #ksedchat

LauraGilchrist4 - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:58 PM EST

Agree! ThankYou @iammrsnix for leading & lighting the way tonight re: #hourofcode #coding. Thank you #KSedchat PLN friends! #celebratemonday

JenniferMFarr Dec 5 @ 9:54 PM EST

#ksedchat what a great twitter chat! @iammrsnix
In reply to @iammrsnix

iammrsnix Dec 5 @ 9:59 PM EST

Thank you for coming to #ksedchat tonight! I had a blast w/ you. I encourage you to get in there & code w/ your kids this week! #hourofcode

mrvesco - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:59 PM EST

Here is a QR Code sheet I created that will take you to the #HourofCode lessons on @codeorg. Enjoy! #ksedchat https://t.co/YBbeCMu1Nj

In reply to @codeorg

LauraGilchrist4 - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:59 PM EST

Yay!! Have a great week with the kids, Angie!! #ksedchat

aboone_angie Dec 5 @ 9:56 PM EST

Thanks so much @iammrsnix, love #ksedchat, gave me the courage to try coding with my Ss.
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