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nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:00 PM EDT

#divergED will be in a Q/A format. Mark responses w/ A1...2...etc. This is a 30-min chat, so buckle in!

spiraledu Mar 28 @ 8:00 PM EDT

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spiraledu Mar 26 @ 3:48 PM EDT

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nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:00 PM EDT

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nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Awesome teachers know their comfort zone stands in the way of student success. #education #teaching #divergED #sunchat

lpijanowski Mar 28 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Ready to talk innovative learning environments #divergED. Lissa from GA here. Love reimagining learning spaces for teachers and students!

tsschmidty Mar 28 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Hey there #divergED! Todd, elem principal in CA...looking forward to being inspired and motivated by you all!

WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:01 PM EDT

This chat is chalk full of examples, actions, risk-taking, disruptive innovations, #divergED thinking...so bring it

stephensonmused Mar 28 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Hi, David a music educator and aspiring district leader, here from SC! #divergED

nsulla Mar 28 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Dr. Nancy Sulla is here at #DivergED; creator of the Learner-Active, Technology-Infused Classroom #LATIC; author of:

WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Hey Todd. Good to see you! #divergED

tsschmidty Mar 28 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Hey there #divergED! Todd, elem principal in CA...looking forward to being inspired and motivated by you all!

dougcozad Mar 28 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Doug, Asst. Supt. in Ohio #divergED #eda655

EdTechPeck Mar 28 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Hi everyone glad to be back for one of my fav chats! #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Hi Nancy. Welcome! #divergED

nsulla Mar 28 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Dr. Nancy Sulla is here at #DivergED; creator of the Learner-Active, Technology-Infused Classroom #LATIC; author of:

Wesley_Vinson38 Mar 28 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Wes Vinson, Texas, educator #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Welcome Dr. David! #divergED

stephensonmused Mar 28 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Hi, David a music educator and aspiring district leader, here from SC! #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hey Doug, great to see you! #divergED

In reply to @dougcozad

WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hi Lissa. Great picture! #DivergED

lpijanowski Mar 28 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Ready to talk innovative learning environments #divergED. Lissa from GA here. Love reimagining learning spaces for teachers and students!

Learn2Scaffold Mar 28 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hello Everyone #divergED Debra from #SoCal Instructional Tech Coach

embonds970 Mar 28 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Student at Chapman University, future educator! #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hi Doug. Glad you checked us out! #divergED

dougcozad Mar 28 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Doug, Asst. Supt. in Ohio #divergED #eda655

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Welcome David! #divergED

In reply to @stephensonmused

WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Glad you're back Mike #divergED

EdTechPeck Mar 28 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Hi everyone glad to be back for one of my fav chats! #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Todd!! Great to see you! #divergED

In reply to @tsschmidty

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:03 PM EDT

You know it! #divergED

In reply to @lpijanowski

tsschmidty Mar 28 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Great to see you as well! I see some of my students are here as well, right @embonds970! #divergED

In reply to @embonds970

WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:01 PM EDT
Hey Todd. Good to see you! #divergED
- tsschmidty Mar 28 @ 8:00 PM EDT
  
  Hey there #divergED! Todd, elem principal in CA...looking forward to being inspired and motivated by you all!

WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Good to see you again Debra! #divergED

Learn2Scaffold Mar 28 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hello Everyone #divergED Debra from #SoCal Instructional Tech Coach

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JJBackeberg Mar 28 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Hey #divergED Justin, HS math teacher from WI

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Tonight is the 3rd chat in our series "Innovating Teaching & Learning Together" Tonight's focus is Innov Learning Environments #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Great to see you man! #divergED

In reply to @EdTechPeck

SPEDirectorBISD Mar 28 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Audrey from Texas here! My first divergED chat! #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Hey Wes! #divergED

In reply to @Wesley_Vinson38

PegGrafwallner Mar 28 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Peg, Instructional Coach/Reading Specialist from MKE. My goal is to help Ts shine! #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:04 PM EDT

What's up Audrey! #divergED

In reply to @SPEDirectorBISD

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Welcome Peg! #divergED

In reply to @PegGrafwallner

nsulla Mar 28 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Yay! You've chosen a great career! #diverged

In reply to @embonds970

WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Thanks for joining Emily! #divergED

embonds970 Mar 28 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Student at Chapman University, future educator! #divergED

lpijanowski Mar 28 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Recent renovation in a 5th grade classroom in SD. You should see the "before" pictures. The kids are loving it! #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:02 PM EDT
Hi Lissa. Great picture! #DivergED
- lpijanowski Mar 28 @ 8:00 PM EDT
  
  Ready to talk innovative learning environments #divergED. Lissa from GA here. Love reimagining learning spaces for teachers and students!

Learn2Scaffold Mar 28 @ 8:05 PM EDT

#DivergED @nalang1 I love this!

In reply to @nalang1

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 22 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Many teachers spend their time searching for activities. The best teachers spend their time creating experiences. #education #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Q1 coming up in 1 minute... #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Thanks friend! #divergED

In reply to @Learn2Scaffold

lpijanowski Mar 28 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Amen @nalang1! Love this and teachers who create engaging learning experiences. Break out of the 2x2 box and CREATE! #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 22 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Many teachers spend their time searching for activities. The best teachers spend their time creating experiences. #education #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Q1: Why do our learning environments need to be innovated? #divergED

Grayteach1 Mar 28 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Patsy here from Wy. #divergED

EdTechPeck Mar 28 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1 Does this look like the classroom of the 1900's #divergED

mandy_teacher Mar 28 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Classroom teacher, love discussing data, Nashville, excited to learn, always! #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1: Society & the workplace is becoming more flexible, dynamic, competitive, & global. Learning should spawn it, not react to it. #divergED

SPEDirectorBISD Mar 28 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1 Because out past is NOT their future. #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:09 PM EDT

RTQ1: Why do our learning environments need to be innovated? #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Welcome Amanda! #divergED

In reply to @mandy_teacher

tsschmidty Mar 28 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: because for far too long, people have been doing the exact same thing… It just doesn't work anymore… #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Q1: Why do our learning environments need to be innovated? #divergED

dougcozad Mar 28 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: too many look like 20th century, factory-like..this is not how future leaders learn #divergED #eda655

Learn2Scaffold Mar 28 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: Maybe because our #students are driving the learning environments and Ts should adapt to Ss needs? #DivergED

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Hi Patsy! #divergED

In reply to @Grayteach1

Wesley_Vinson38 Mar 28 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: Our learning environments need to be innovated because we are supposed to be change agents: change filled w/ creative thinking #divergED

polonerd Mar 28 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1 The world around us is being constantly innovated. Why should classrooms still look & operate the same way they did 40 yrs ago #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Hey Peg! #divergED

PegGrafwallner Mar 28 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Peg, Instructional Coach/Reading Specialist from MKE. My goal is to help Ts shine! #divergED

JJBackeberg Mar 28 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: Ss should be the center of the classroom, not the T #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1: What we know about the way we learn & about present & future work spaces requires that we innovate our learning environments #divergED

stephensonmused Mar 28 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1: This generation of Ss is so innovative, & they thrive on things which are different. Daily straight rows (example) is passé. #divergED

elawson1977 Mar 28 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Eric Dir. of Tech & Libraries from York, Maine #diverged

Learn2Scaffold Mar 28 @ 8:10 PM EDT

@dougcozad I like that! And it is true:) #DivergED

In reply to @dougcozad

dougcozad Mar 28 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: too many look like 20th century, factory-like..this is not how future leaders learn #divergED #eda655

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Yes, and it not only doesn't work, it's moving us backwards! #divergED

tsschmidty Mar 28 @ 8:09 PM EDT
A1: because for far too long, people have been doing the exact same thing… It just doesn't work anymore… #divergED
- WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:07 PM EDT
  
  Q1: Why do our learning environments need to be innovated? #divergED

lpijanowski Mar 28 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1) We need spaces that promote creativity, collaboration, and reflect the world of work our students will enter after graduation. #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Q1: Why do our learning environments need to be innovated? #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Welcome Sean! Amen! #divergED

In reply to @polonerd

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Q2 Coming up in 1 minute... #divergED

dougcozad Mar 28 @ 8:11 PM EDT

@polonerd agreed..nothing else in our society looks like it did from 40 years ago #divergED #eda655

In reply to @polonerd

polonerd Mar 28 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1 The world around us is being constantly innovated. Why should classrooms still look & operate the same way they did 40 yrs ago #divergED

mandy_teacher Mar 28 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1: innovation is key for preparing our kids to think outside the original platforms #divergED

embonds970 Mar 28 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1: Learning environments need to be innovated to foster creativity, leadership and individuality #divergED

lpijanowski Mar 28 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Looks like Google or Facebook - Workplaces of innovative companies. I would want to work there. #divergED

EdTechPeck Mar 28 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1 Does this look like the classroom of the 1900's #divergED

Grayteach1 Mar 28 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1It's not just about content anymore it's how you use the content to solve problems, create #divergED

elawson1977 Mar 28 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1: To expect Ts & Ss to be innovative, we should provide them with innovative spaces to think larger than brick & mortar schools #diverged

RupBoysDad Mar 28 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Tom - Network Tech from York, Me #divergED

Learn2Scaffold Mar 28 @ 8:11 PM EDT

@polonerd Great point :) #DivergED

In reply to @polonerd

polonerd Mar 28 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1 The world around us is being constantly innovated. Why should classrooms still look & operate the same way they did 40 yrs ago #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Welcome Justin! #divergED

In reply to @JJBackeberg

SlaterPBISMN Mar 28 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Curt Slater from MN proud Principal at @Wyomingwildcats #divergED

In reply to @Wyomingwildcats

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Q2: It's not all about the furniture...but what furniture innovations are helping transform teaching and learning? #divergED

Wesley_Vinson38 Mar 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1: Also, classes need to be innovated because students need to learn how to think on their feet in a rapidly changing world #divergED

mssal709 Mar 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Heather, High School English, Wisconsin! Hey everyone! #DivergED

polonerd Mar 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Exactly. It promotes teachers using the same lessons & teaching the same year over & over again. Awful plan. #divergED

In reply to @tsschmidty

PegGrafwallner Mar 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1 Get Ss out of rows; focus on collaboration & lrng together. 21st c skills are built on teams. We don't learn in isolation #divergED

lpijanowski Mar 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1) I believe that innovative spaces encourage a different type of instruction. It helps teachers reimagine the learning as well. #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Welcome Eric! #divergED

In reply to @elawson1977

elawson1977 Mar 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1: part 2 Look at innovative companies & their spaces #Google #Apple #Microsoft etc. #diverged

mr_hayes Mar 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Eric from Brazil here. Happy to join us. #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Yes they do! #divergED

In reply to @embonds970

EdTechPeck Mar 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Exactly these spaces are inviting and want us to spend time there. Spaces need to embrace creativity not repress it #divergED

In reply to @lpijanowski

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Welcome Tom! #divergED

In reply to @RupBoysDad

Gavin_Sonntag Mar 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Hello, my name is Gavin. I'm currently a senior in college getting ready to student teach. I'm a middle level education major #divergED

nsulla Mar 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1) Form follows function; innovative T&L require innov physical space! Wrote a blog post on that! #diverged https://t.co/pA5TvSFpjI

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Welcome Curt! #divergED

In reply to @SlaterPBISMN

Grayteach1 Mar 28 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A1 60+% of jobs our elementary kids will have haven't been imagined yet...what are we preparing them for?Teach deep thinking. #divergED

tsschmidty Mar 28 @ 8:13 PM EDT

It sometimes reminds me of a two-year old having a temper tantrum #divergED

In reply to @nalang1

Wesley_Vinson38 Mar 28 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A1: That skill set of being ready to take risks proactively is more important than any other one and crosses subject boundaries. #divergED

dougcozad Mar 28 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A2: flexible seating to fit student preference and mood I actually prefer sitting at a desk to work but many others do not #divergED #eda655

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:13 PM EDT

@mr_hayes Welcome Eric! #divergED

In reply to @mr_hayes

SlaterPBISMN Mar 28 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A2 I love watching teacher use flexible seating to give students the best environment to learn! #divergED

CoriOrlando1 Mar 28 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A1: Ss aren't the same Ss we had 5 yrs ago...1 yr ago. We must change w them. Continuous innovation is needed 2 do right by them. #divergEd

WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Q1: Why do our learning environments need to be innovated? #divergED

nsulla Mar 28 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Definitely! We see the difference as soon as the furniture changes. #divergED #LATIC

In reply to @lpijanowski

mr_hayes Mar 28 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Eric from Brazil here. #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Love it! #divergED

Learn2Scaffold Mar 28 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: Maybe because our #students are driving the learning environments and Ts should adapt to Ss needs? #DivergED

polonerd Mar 28 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Glad to see future Ts here. So many great educators to learn from. #divergED

In reply to @Gavin_Sonntag

stephensonmused Mar 28 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A2: flexible seating, non-fluorescent lighting, relevant/meaningful decor. I'm ordering a set of beanbags for my music chill room! #divergED

PaulaMaeker Mar 28 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Sorry to jump in late! Paula from N Houston excited to learn with the #divergED tribe

TeachFangs Mar 28 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A1 oh yes! We adults have a moral responsibility to provide great learning spaces because #kidsareproductsoftheirenvironment #divergED

SPEDirectorBISD Mar 28 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A2 Couch, wiggle seats, yoga balls, normal chairs, benches, bilabongs, stools, and a recliner or two! #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:15 PM EDT

RTQ2: It's not all about the furniture...but what furniture innovations are helping transform teaching and learning? #divergED

embonds970 Mar 28 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2: Bean bags, standing desks and stability balls! #divergED

m_addisonpate Mar 28 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2: Dynamic seating allowing for different environments to meet the different needs of students. "Starbucks seating" if you will. #divergED

tsschmidty Mar 28 @ 8:15 PM EDT

If you stopped learning the moment you left the classroom as a student, you don't deserve to be in there as a teacher…#divergED

polonerd Mar 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Exactly. It promotes teachers using the same lessons & teaching the same year over & over again. Awful plan. #divergED
In reply to @tsschmidty

AssignmentHelpN Mar 28 @ 8:15 PM EDT

#WCPSMDLead #ctedu #divergED #Teach2Teach #Ohio_MLA Top 10 Books for Studying Macroeconomics https://t.co/KoxqyfE0AZ

PegGrafwallner Mar 28 @ 8:15 PM EDT

So true! Was part of wonderful English lesson last wk - total kinesthetic approach to Catcher in the Rye. Ss loved it #divergED

In reply to @dougcozad

nsulla Mar 28 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2) No 1 seat for each; diff types of seating based on what Ss are doing: flat surface, sm round tables; couches; conf tables; etc #diverged

mr_hayes Mar 28 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A1: Our world is getting more complex. Doing things the same way just doesn't cut it anymore. #divergED

CoriOrlando1 Mar 28 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2: Anything flexible & open creates environment 4 flexible & open thinking. Look for ways to make learning visible-❤️ 360 boards. #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Q2: It's not all about the furniture...but what furniture innovations are helping transform teaching and learning? #divergED

Grayteach1 Mar 28 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2-spaces for collaboration. Not just in classrooms but hallways, libraries, cafeteria...break down "the walls". #divergED

lpijanowski Mar 28 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2) Rethink use of the old furniture. Take legs off, use tables instead of desks, stools instead of chairs, counter height tables. #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Q2: It's not all about the furniture...but what furniture innovations are helping transform teaching and learning? #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2: @ErgoEdTech LearnFit: Ss can collaborate seamlessly & their devices become tools instead of tiny electronic walls. @MikeP_CDWG #divergED

In reply to @ErgoEdTech, @MikeP_CDWG

Gavin_Sonntag Mar 28 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A1) Innovation is key in learning environments because it keeps S's engaged & hungry to learn more! #divergED

EdTechPeck Mar 28 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2 A variety. Different learning opportunities require different environments. #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: Wobble chairs, flex tables for ease of movement, standing desks, and floor spaces are helping innovate classroom environments #divergED

elawson1977 Mar 28 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: I once walked into an office w/ physical rocks for chairs. It inspired people to get up, move around & chat with one another. #diverged

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Bwahahah. HEARD! #divergED

In reply to @tsschmidty

TeachFangs Mar 28 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A1 who wants their work environment to be crummy!? #greatclassroomsarepurposeful #divergED

RupBoysDad Mar 28 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A1) Ss don't want to sit in 1977, they want to see things advanced in the classroom like they do in their on-line environments #divergED

mr_hayes Mar 28 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A1: #divergED

mandy_teacher Mar 28 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Standing desks, yeah I want one for myself! #divergED

m_addisonpate Mar 28 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Addison from Franklin, a little late to the chat. #divergED

Wesley_Vinson38 Mar 28 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: I like standup desks & making the library more like a cafe. I also like cafeterias to have cafe style tables & chairs #divergED

PegGrafwallner Mar 28 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2 Get Ss out of chairs! Standing desks are the way to go! Too much sitting is a lethal activity! #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:17 PM EDT

Q3 Coming up in 1 minute... #divergED

nsulla Mar 28 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2) And Ss will invent their own ideas. #diverged

CoriOrlando1 Mar 28 @ 8:17 PM EDT

Don't know how Ts do this. 1) #boring 2) disservice to Ss #divergED

In reply to @polonerd, @tsschmidty

elawson1977 Mar 28 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: Just had this chat for #MakerSpaces & #LearningCommons in York w/ @RupBoysDad It's all about flexibility in seating/design #diverged

In reply to @RupBoysDad

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:17 PM EDT

Welcome Cori! #divergED

In reply to @CoriOrlando1

PaulaMaeker Mar 28 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2 The end of graveyard rows of desks & the focus on collaborative spaces that encourage voice, innovation & discussion #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Q2: It's not all about the furniture...but what furniture innovations are helping transform teaching and learning? #divergED

inez9900 Mar 28 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: the classroom environment is the third teacher- after teacher and students #divergED

tsschmidty Mar 28 @ 8:17 PM EDT

Wobble stools, rolling desks...so long as students have variety and the opportunity to change throughout the day! #divergED

embonds970 Mar 28 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2: Bean bags, standing desks and stability balls! #divergED

polonerd Mar 28 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: Flexible seating. Especially if Ss can help design and even create it. Pretty sure that would be better than PARCC testing #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:17 PM EDT

Hi Paula! #divergED

In reply to @PaulaMaeker

elawson1977 Mar 28 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: part 2, simply putting wheels on the bottom of existing furniture can make a huge difference. Build the room for the need. #diverged

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:17 PM EDT

What's up Jim! #divergED

In reply to @TeachFangs

lpijanowski Mar 28 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2) Even the way we organize for learning. Ask the students how they want to organize shelves, materials, tools, tech, and more. #divergED

RupBoysDad Mar 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2) Putting in movable tall table in library w/ tall chairs and allow for stand up #diverged @elawson1977 Move away from traditional library

In reply to @elawson1977

WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Q3: What pedagogies and strategies are being inspired by, or are necessary within, innovative learning environments? #divergED

Learn2Scaffold Mar 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2: So, furniture might have much to do with the type of learning for the environment. #DivergED

dougcozad Mar 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT

@mandy_teacher me too #divergED #eda655

In reply to @mandy_teacher

mandy_teacher Mar 28 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Standing desks, yeah I want one for myself! #divergED

CoriOrlando1 Mar 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Thanks...stumbled in here...intriguing topic!! #divergED

In reply to @nalang1

Grayteach1 Mar 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Whiteboards hung around classroom at sitting-on-floor level so groups can collaborate, make mistakes, erase, try again. #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Welcome Addison! #divergED

In reply to @m_addisonpate

heidiharris515 Mar 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Jumping in late - but didn't want to miss! Heidi - 5th grade teacher from Kansas! #divergED

TeachFangs Mar 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A1 The very best thing in a classroom isn't a thing. It's a person. #whatbusinessareweinanyway? #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Welcome Gavin! #divergED

In reply to @Gavin_Sonntag

Wesley_Vinson38 Mar 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2: We have to remember that students need flexible seats and opportunities to move #divergED

polonerd Mar 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Fortunately those Ts are getting to be fewer and further between #divergED

In reply to @CoriOrlando1, @tsschmidty

SlaterPBISMN Mar 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2I love to help give teachers the chance at flexible seating that supports their learning! Standing Desks make a huge difference #divergED

embonds970 Mar 28 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2: #divergED

PegGrafwallner Mar 28 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A3 A diff way to learn-it is acceptable to "copy" from your neighbor; it's okay to ask questions during the lesson. Collaboration #divergED

mr_hayes Mar 28 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Great idea! #divergED https://t.co/AX0ieRshLk

lpijanowski Mar 28 @ 8:15 PM EDT
A2) Rethink use of the old furniture. Take legs off, use tables instead of desks, stools instead of chairs, counter height tables. #divergED
- nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT
  
  Q2: It's not all about the furniture...but what furniture innovations are helping transform teaching and learning? #divergED

dougcozad Mar 28 @ 8:19 PM EDT

@Wesley_Vinson38 yes movement! #divergED #eda655

In reply to @Wesley_Vinson38

Wesley_Vinson38 Mar 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2: We have to remember that students need flexible seats and opportunities to move #divergED

rlmiller137 Mar 28 @ 8:19 PM EDT

super late! 7th ELAR from TX here for #divergED

_ryanpiper Mar 28 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A3 Ts have to be comfortable not being the only source of information. Ss can and should learn from other Ss! (Ts too!) #divergED

mr_meighen Mar 28 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2: Giving students options beyond traditional desks...balance balls, standing desks, pillows, and bean bags. #divergED

scotttraub Mar 28 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A3:patience and trust #divergEd

WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Q3: What pedagogies and strategies are being inspired by, or are necessary within, innovative learning environments? #divergED

RupBoysDad Mar 28 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A3) Still trying to figure this out in our HS...need to transition mindset before we can transition environment #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Welcome Heidi! #divergED

In reply to @heidiharris515

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:20 PM EDT

No worries, welcome Ryan! #divergED

In reply to @rlmiller137

rlmiller137 Mar 28 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Who doesn't want to learn here? AMAZING! #divergED

embonds970 Mar 28 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2: #divergED

Learn2Scaffold Mar 28 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2: Rather PBL or Inquiry Based Ss should be able to driven their own #learning based on the content presented. #DivergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Q3: What pedagogies and strategies are being inspired by, or are necessary within, innovative learning environments? #divergED

TeachFangs Mar 28 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2 Be specific with your answers, it's not about the furniture de joure- what is the best for kids? #divergED

PaulaMaeker Mar 28 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A3 Student led- give them agency & voice! The opportunity for Ss to share what works- if we listen, they have so much to say. #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Q3: What pedagogies and strategies are being inspired by, or are necessary within, innovative learning environments? #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:21 PM EDT

RTQ3: What pedagogies and strategies are being inspired by, or are necessary within, innovative learning environments? #divergED

polonerd Mar 28 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Movement is huge. Can be as simple as using posted QR codes to check work. #divergED

In reply to @Wesley_Vinson38

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:21 PM EDT

What's up Mitchel!? Words of wisdom on the choice of environment! #divergED

In reply to @mr_meighen

dougcozad Mar 28 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A3: personalized learning one size does not fit all #divergED #eda655

PaulaMaeker Mar 28 @ 8:21 PM EDT

YUP! Beliefs drive behaviors! How can we get the conversation started? #divergED

In reply to @RupBoysDad

Gavin_Sonntag Mar 28 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A2) A GREAT furniture innovation is Everblocks. They're basicially giant Legos that allow S's to customize learning environments #divergED

Grayteach1 Mar 28 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A3True inquiry based learning, Tt fitting standards into what Ss care/passionate reading, writing, digging deeper about. #divergED

rlmiller137 Mar 28 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A1: students are not the same as they were 5, 10, 15 years ago..why should the room be? #DivergEd

EdTechPeck Mar 28 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A3 I love the idea of using design thinking to allow Ss to design the space. Tried it last year and Ss loved it. #divergED

embonds970 Mar 28 @ 8:21 PM EDT

YES! #divergED

dougcozad Mar 28 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A3: personalized learning one size does not fit all #divergED #eda655

CoriOrlando1 Mar 28 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A3: Student centered learning! Encourage Ss choice/voice- empower Ss to take hold of their own learning. #inquiry #pbl #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Q3: What pedagogies and strategies are being inspired by, or are necessary within, innovative learning environments? #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3 Differentiation was made for innovative environments; it's tough to NOT differentiate within more contemporary classroom spaces #divergED

mr_meighen Mar 28 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3: Flexibility. Options. Let Ss control how and what they create in the classroom. #divergED

m_addisonpate Mar 28 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3: Personalized engagement, collaborative teaching and learning, better differentiation, independent thinking and initiative. #divergED

stephensonmused Mar 28 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3: PBL, especially! #divergED

lpijanowski Mar 28 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3) 4Cs-Collaboration, Communication, Creativity, & Critical Thinking are necessary & can be inhibited by traditional classrooms. #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Q3: What pedagogies and strategies are being inspired by, or are necessary within, innovative learning environments? #divergED

elawson1977 Mar 28 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3: Innovative spaces encourage student choice/voice. #ProjectBasedLearning #GeniusHour #MakerSpaces #20%Time all benefit #diverged

heidiharris515 Mar 28 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A2 added standing desks, have taken the legs off of desks- kids can stand, work at a table/find a desk where it's quiet. #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:22 PM EDT

#divergED is #trending the awesome here tonight! Excellent convos #PLN!

RupBoysDad Mar 28 @ 8:22 PM EDT

If I knew I would be more successful!! I try to find "champions" to help #diverged

In reply to @PaulaMaeker

rlmiller137 Mar 28 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A2: No furniture. Take it outside! Kids are stuffed inside for 8+ hours a day. Let them see the world! #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Great point Wes! Classrooms should like modern workplaces. #divergED

Wesley_Vinson38 Mar 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1: Also, classes need to be innovated because students need to learn how to think on their feet in a rapidly changing world #divergED

lmhawkhill Mar 28 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A2: Open spaces with tables, sofas, benches, stools, etc are helping transform teaching & learning - Ss need to be comfortable. #divergEd

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Q2: It's not all about the furniture...but what furniture innovations are helping transform teaching and learning? #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Q4 Coming up in 1 minute... #divergED

CoriOrlando1 Mar 28 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3 cont: T is not keeper of knowledge- need to be ok w unknown. Be co-learners w Ss. Need to be adaptive & agile. #divergED

CoriOrlando1 Mar 28 @ 8:21 PM EDT
A3: Student centered learning! Encourage Ss choice/voice- empower Ss to take hold of their own learning. #inquiry #pbl #divergED
- WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT
  
  Q3: What pedagogies and strategies are being inspired by, or are necessary within, innovative learning environments? #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Great environment you have here Lenette! #divergED

In reply to @lmhawkhill

mandy_teacher Mar 28 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Being a TEAM in the classroom.. learn, grow, sometimes fail, but we get back up together! #divergED

MrsRizkalla Mar 28 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A2 alternative seat classroom wide, low tables, rocking seats, half moon balls, bouncy balls, textured seating #divergEd

nsulla Mar 28 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3) The Learner-Active Classroom, of course! #LATIC T becomes a bridge, not a ferry. Paradigm shift! https://t.co/9gjZnAkBZ2 #diverged

tsschmidty Mar 28 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3: @joboaler shows that Carol Dweck's #GrowthMindset is essential for all subjects, especially math! #divergED

In reply to @joboaler

WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Q3: What pedagogies and strategies are being inspired by, or are necessary within, innovative learning environments? #divergED

lpijanowski Mar 28 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3) Student empowerment is both an intent and an outcome when we co-design learning environments that work for students. #divergED

PegGrafwallner Mar 28 @ 8:24 PM EDT

#edchatma & #diverged I am learning so much! Thank you!

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Q4: What obstacles to innovating learning environments exist and how will we overcome them? #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:24 PM EDT

How to Create a Student Proficiency Rubric https://t.co/m82UskBM9f @CorwinPress #divergED

In reply to @CorwinPress

rlmiller137 Mar 28 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3: collaboration, student choice, flexible learning - all are influenced by and on innovative enviroments #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:24 PM EDT

I'm a big fan of Jo and Carol! #divergED

In reply to @tsschmidty, @joboaler

SPEDirectorBISD Mar 28 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3 plenty of movement opportunities during learning to help learning@stick. #divergED

Wesley_Vinson38 Mar 28 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3: Dialogic forum, Skype class "pen pals", self-directed class where students utilize various technology to code or build things #divergED

Gavin_Sonntag Mar 28 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Q3) Total participation techniques are key in every environment where learning occurs #divergED

Grayteach1 Mar 28 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3 Student created goals where they track progress. Ss, not just T giving feedback to Ss. Team vs. sage on the stage. #divergED

nsulla Mar 28 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3) Ss sched own time frm diverse activity list; need diff types of areas to learn based on choices. Divergent & Convergent spaces #diverged

dougcozad Mar 28 @ 8:24 PM EDT

@lpijanowski 21st century skills for 21st century learning! #divergED #eda655

In reply to @lpijanowski

lpijanowski Mar 28 @ 8:22 PM EDT
A3) 4Cs-Collaboration, Communication, Creativity, & Critical Thinking are necessary & can be inhibited by traditional classrooms. #divergED
- WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT
  
  Q3: What pedagogies and strategies are being inspired by, or are necessary within, innovative learning environments? #divergED

lpijanowski Mar 28 @ 8:25 PM EDT

And students come up with the best ideas! #divergED

PaulaMaeker Mar 28 @ 8:20 PM EDT
A3 Student led- give them agency & voice! The opportunity for Ss to share what works- if we listen, they have so much to say. #divergED
- WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT
  
  Q3: What pedagogies and strategies are being inspired by, or are necessary within, innovative learning environments? #divergED

inez9900 Mar 28 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A3: student centered learning everyday #divergED

polonerd Mar 28 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Exactly! Inquiry Based Learning takes Ss further/deeper. Old strategies don't take advantage of tech or Ss creativity #divergED

In reply to @Grayteach1

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A4: Obstacles to innovation are perceived. Innovating simply (not easily) begins with deciding to do so. #divergED

RupBoysDad Mar 28 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Q4) In my HS, too much "always has been"...need to shift to what could be. I still have a math teacher using overhead projector! #diverged

heidiharris515 Mar 28 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A3 all inspiration & innovation that's successful in my CR lately has been driven by S need.Amazing to watch S lead/teach & drive #divergED

lmhawkhill Mar 28 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A4: Growth Mindsets are most needed! Ts that are willing to transition from Ts led to Ss centered classrooms. #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Q3: What pedagogies and strategies are being inspired by, or are necessary within, innovative learning environments? #divergED

mssal709 Mar 28 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A2: I have couches, bean bags, and a glider. I hope to get rid of desks in the ear future! #diverged

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Q2: It's not all about the furniture...but what furniture innovations are helping transform teaching and learning? #divergED

CoriOrlando1 Mar 28 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A4: We are our own obstacles @ times. Starts w mindset shift. We need to find a way to make it happen Bc it's what Ss need. #diverged

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Q4: What obstacles to innovating learning environments exist and how will we overcome them? #divergED

polonerd Mar 28 @ 8:26 PM EDT

I want to do this to our faculty lounge/workroom. It's amazing. #divergED

In reply to @inez9900

m_addisonpate Mar 28 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A4: 💰 , commitment, creativity and faith. Fix = Get involved politically, lead not just follow, collaborate, and pray. :) #divergED

stephensonmused Mar 28 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A4: The building itself, stakeholders opposed to new ideas, limits on furniture-types. #divergED

tsschmidty Mar 28 @ 8:26 PM EDT

I am reading her book after hearing her at #cue17! Blown away by how we need to change #MathematicalMindsets #divergED

In reply to @nalang1, @joboaler

RupBoysDad Mar 28 @ 8:26 PM EDT

Q4 Cont - Need to find ways to get ways to have them visual a new way of thinking and teaching #divergED

mr_hayes Mar 28 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A3: I'm seeing globally connected classrooms. #divergED

PaulaMaeker Mar 28 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A4 Budget. "Well, the taxpayers paid for those desks, so we can't just get rid of them!" Cue eye roll. #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Q4: What obstacles to innovating learning environments exist and how will we overcome them? #divergED

rlmiller137 Mar 28 @ 8:26 PM EDT

perfectly stated! #DivergED

lpijanowski Mar 28 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3) Student empowerment is both an intent and an outcome when we co-design learning environments that work for students. #divergED

mr_meighen Mar 28 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A4: The traditional mindset and expectations of what learning "should" look like. Direct instruction cannot always be expectation. #divergED

elawson1977 Mar 28 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A4: Time and Money. The two largest hurdles in education. We can overcome these though if we think creatively. Get Ss involved too #diverged

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:26 PM EDT

I will be referencing her for sure my next book! #divergED

In reply to @tsschmidty, @joboaler

PaulaMaeker Mar 28 @ 8:26 PM EDT

DECIDE is a magical word. #divergED

In reply to @nalang1

WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:26 PM EDT

Amen! #divergED

lpijanowski Mar 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1) I believe that innovative spaces encourage a different type of instruction. It helps teachers reimagine the learning as well. #divergED

Learn2Scaffold Mar 28 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A4: My 1st thought is money but the largest obstacle is Ts mindset and trust the fact that they do not need to T the way the use 2 #DivergED

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Q4: What obstacles to innovating learning environments exist and how will we overcome them? #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:27 PM EDT

RTQ4: What obstacles to innovating learning environments exist and how will we overcome them? #divergED

mr_hayes Mar 28 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A4: There is a fear to change and sometimes an unwillingness to try new approaches. #divergED

nsulla Mar 28 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3) Need facilitation grid to capture learning as its happening! #diverged Tool: https://t.co/VqrcPh0dVy Video: https://t.co/nkDOHf8uiI

WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Hi Eric! Thanks for joining from Brazil! #divergED

Gavin_Sonntag Mar 28 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Q4) Having a determined mindset that strives to create a positive & innovative learning space for S's will overcome any obstacle #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Well point! #divergED

nsulla Mar 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1) Form follows function; innovative T&L require innov physical space! Wrote a blog post on that! #diverged https://t.co/pA5TvSFpjI

CoriOrlando1 Mar 28 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Instead of 'what if...' it should be 'why not...'? #divergED

In reply to @RupBoysDad

WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A4: Aside from cost-obstacles, new learning environments won't mean much if not complemented by innovative pedagogies & strategies #divergED

lpijanowski Mar 28 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A4) Biggest barrier is budget and support from leadership to think outside the box. So, REUSE, REIMAGINE and LET GO! #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Q4: What obstacles to innovating learning environments exist and how will we overcome them? #divergED

Wesley_Vinson38 Mar 28 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A3: Oops, I didn't think about differentiation: in content, tasks, and products coupled w/community interests where possible #divergED

RupBoysDad Mar 28 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Do they realize that eventually the become more expensive to upkeep! #divergED

In reply to @PaulaMaeker

Grayteach1 Mar 28 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A3-20% time (genius hour) #divergED

nsulla Mar 28 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A4) Money; Ts put out note to community & got tons of furniture. Fear of not having everyone face front. Fear of loss of control. #diverged

mr_hayes Mar 28 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A4: Took me forever to go to blended learning, and now I don't know how I lived without it. #divergED

heidiharris515 Mar 28 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A4 Time for T's to see the greatness of other T's in action. Peer observation and Twitter chats to gain a broad PLN! ;) #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Thanks for joining Paula! So good to see you! #divergED

PaulaMaeker Mar 28 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Sorry to jump in late! Paula from N Houston excited to learn with the #divergED tribe

rlmiller137 Mar 28 @ 8:28 PM EDT

This is the teacher's motto!!! We do this with lesson plans...why not enviroment? #divergED

In reply to @lpijanowski

CoriOrlando1 Mar 28 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Absolutely- a bean bag means nothing if T lecture & worksheets are still the norm. #divergED

In reply to @WeberEducation

mr_hayes Mar 28 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A4: My Ss are so much more engaged. They get so excited about doing math that they don't want to leave the class. #divergED

polonerd Mar 28 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A4: Besides budget, what about aligning w/ curriculum and other Ts? Needs to be a team effort and collaborative. #divergED

MrsRizkalla Mar 28 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A4 Fear due to change or old habits, negative peer influence, budge... #divergED

PaulaMaeker Mar 28 @ 8:29 PM EDT

love learning with this crew! #divergED

In reply to @WeberEducation

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Haha, please do! That's what it's about here. Innovation is all about leveraging the impossible. #divergED

In reply to @m_addisonpate

Learn2Scaffold Mar 28 @ 8:29 PM EDT

@RupBoysDad I am assuming these Ts are not comfortable with the overhead projector :) #divergED

In reply to @RupBoysDad

RupBoysDad Mar 28 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Q4) In my HS, too much "always has been"...need to shift to what could be. I still have a math teacher using overhead projector! #diverged

RupBoysDad Mar 28 @ 8:29 PM EDT

As with everyone, we have teachers that have been around for 30 yrs...and they are obstinate!! #divergED

In reply to @CoriOrlando1

inez9900 Mar 28 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A4: teacher PD may not support innovation, fixed mindsets- #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Thank you everyone for joining us this evening! See you back next week! #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:30 PM EDT

See you next week on #divergED for the last chat in this series

dougcozad Mar 28 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4: teachers not thinking beyond their classroom, principals not thinking beyond their schools ...collaborate with others #divergED #eda65

RupBoysDad Mar 28 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Q4) In my HS, too much "always has been"...need to shift to what could be. I still have a math teacher using overhead projector! #diverged

lmhawkhill Mar 28 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4: Some obstacles would be Ts not willing to change, funding, sticking with structure rather than flexibility. #divergEd

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Q4: What obstacles to innovating learning environments exist and how will we overcome them? #divergED

PaulaMaeker Mar 28 @ 8:30 PM EDT

exactly! Lol! #divergED

In reply to @RupBoysDad

MrsRizkalla Mar 28 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4: There is always a way to overcome by surrounding yourself w/ likeminded peers, looking for grants and being resourceful #divergED

rlmiller137 Mar 28 @ 8:30 PM EDT

just discussed this in #edchat -- needs to change ASAP...innovation is key to student's continued success #divergED

In reply to @inez9900

rownbey Mar 28 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4 lack of vision at admin level or among other Ts can create an environment not conducive to #innovation #divergED

rownbey Mar 28 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4 lack of vision at admin level or among other Ts can create an environment not conducive to #innovation #divergED https://t.co/K3ITWoMDi0

CoriOrlando1 Mar 28 @ 8:30 PM EDT

YET...I have met some fantastic Ts that are innovating upon retirement. #mindset #divergED

In reply to @RupBoysDad

MrPowley Mar 28 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4 running into this now. Trying to use TaleBlazer but have to learn it, then ensure Ss tech will support it, then integrate it. #divergED

Wesley_Vinson38 Mar 28 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4: Funding can be an obstacle: overcome w/ grants & creating meaningful products so innovation can continue after the grant ends #DivergED

lpijanowski Mar 28 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Absolutely! I have seen amazing things happen on a shoe string budget and a supportive principal! #divergED

rlmiller137 Mar 28 @ 8:28 PM EDT

This is the teacher's motto!!! We do this with lesson plans...why not enviroment? #divergED
In reply to @lpijanowski

RosaIsiah - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Join me for #WeLeadEd chat at 6pm PST TONIGHT! I can't wait to talk about Social Emotional Intelligence w/you! #atplc @leadupchat #DivergEd

polonerd Mar 28 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Peer observation is so underutilized. So difficult for Ts to get out of their silos. Need to show them WHY. #divergED

In reply to @heidiharris515

dougcozad Mar 28 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@RupBoysDad only thing worse is using a Smarboard the same as an overhead projector! #divergED #eda655

In reply to @RupBoysDad

RupBoysDad Mar 28 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Q4) In my HS, too much "always has been"...need to shift to what could be. I still have a math teacher using overhead projector! #diverged

CoriOrlando1 Mar 28 @ 8:31 PM EDT

GREAT- I wrote a blog about it 😉 #divergED

In reply to @RupBoysDad, @elawson1977

mr_hayes Mar 28 @ 8:31 PM EDT

I realized that I without trying new approaches I was not growing and reaching my Ss. #divergED

In reply to @elawson1977

PegGrafwallner Mar 28 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A2 While you prefer sitting at desk; someone else might prefer something else. Your flexibility shows Ss u r willing 2 listen 2 Ss #divergED

dougcozad Mar 28 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A2: flexible seating to fit student preference and mood I actually prefer sitting at a desk to work but many others do not #divergED #eda655

nsulla Mar 28 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Always too fast! I've got to go re-read! Have an awesome week my #diverged chat friends.

m_addisonpate Mar 28 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Agreed. I think the difference between ideas and innovations can greatly depend on the obstacles. Impossible is relative. #divergED

In reply to @nalang1

PaulaMaeker Mar 28 @ 8:31 PM EDT

TY @nalang1 & @WeberEducation for continuing to ask questions that move us forward! #divergED

In reply to @nalang1, @WeberEducation

MrPowley Mar 28 @ 8:31 PM EDT

time and obligations always a factor in this #diverged

In reply to @heidiharris515

Learn2Scaffold Mar 28 @ 8:31 PM EDT

@lmhawkhill Yes, not will to change is a huge obstacle. Sad to say :( #DivergED

In reply to @lmhawkhill

lmhawkhill Mar 28 @ 8:30 PM EDT
A4: Some obstacles would be Ts not willing to change, funding, sticking with structure rather than flexibility. #divergEd
- nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:24 PM EDT
  
  Q4: What obstacles to innovating learning environments exist and how will we overcome them? #divergED

Wesley_Vinson38 Mar 28 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A4: Sometimes pedagogical innovation has to be systematic to be effective because of discursive practices #divergED

Grayteach1 Mar 28 @ 8:31 PM EDT

#divergED Reminds me of "what's the best that can happen instead of what's the worst that could happen."

In reply to @CoriOrlando1, @RupBoysDad

CoriOrlando1 Mar 28 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Then let's change that PD model? #divergED

In reply to @inez9900

teachingBrewer Mar 28 @ 8:32 PM EDT

#divergED A2: Lighting has impacted student's calm & focus. Fluorescents have blockers. We love twinkle lights, lava lamps, and sunshine.

rlmiller137 Mar 28 @ 8:32 PM EDT

PINEAPPLE CHART! We just started one and it is soooo great for this! #DivergED

In reply to @polonerd, @heidiharris515

CoriOrlando1 Mar 28 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Thanks for letting me pop in!!! #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Thank you everyone for joining us this evening! See you back next week! #divergED

RupBoysDad Mar 28 @ 8:33 PM EDT

I have too, and if I can get them on board then I can have them help get others on board #divergED

In reply to @CoriOrlando1

lmhawkhill Mar 28 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Absolutely! #divergEd

In reply to @Learn2Scaffold

RupBoysDad Mar 28 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Send a link! I would love to read it #divergED

In reply to @CoriOrlando1, @elawson1977

CoriOrlando1 Mar 28 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Let's not plan for what we 'think might happen', but for 'what we want to happen'. #divergED

In reply to @Grayteach1, @RupBoysDad

rlmiller137 Mar 28 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Thanks @nalang1 for an awesome #DivergED chat tonight! Hope to see you tomorrow at #FearlessEdChat tomorrow!

In reply to @nalang1

polonerd Mar 28 @ 8:34 PM EDT

If we want innovation & growth mindset, PD must model this. Sitting at tables listening to presenter isn't innovative #divergED

In reply to @inez9900

lpijanowski Mar 28 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Thanks @WeberEducation and @nalang1! Loved this topic! Keep 'em coming for #divergED groupies.

In reply to @WeberEducation, @nalang1

CoriOrlando1 Mar 28 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Sure do! https://t.co/rS5dz0Tou4 #divergED

In reply to @elawson1977, @RupBoysDad

alexstubenbort Mar 28 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Just missed it! I'll have to check out the transcript via @participate! #divergED

In reply to @nalang1, @participate

gdorn1 Mar 28 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A1. Learning environments need to be innovated to allow for creative thinking and learning! #diverged

polonerd Mar 28 @ 8:35 PM EDT

I would love to know how many times I've posted this link. Huge Fan! https://t.co/T8CXm6eKXd #divergED

In reply to @heidiharris515, @rlmiller137

Grayteach1 Mar 28 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A4 State testing. So many Ts wanting to prepare Ss for "the test".But "the test" is such a small moment in time in a Ss experience #divergED

lmhawkhill Mar 28 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Thanks so much! This chat was very INSPIRING! Enjoy the rest of the week! Until next time....#divergEd

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:30 AM EDT

Teach with gusto. As if you'll only get one shot. Each and every time. #edchat #education #teaching #divergED

CoriOrlando1 Mar 28 @ 8:35 PM EDT

That's right! Start w the 1sr followers! https://t.co/DSJdsl2bUO #divergED

In reply to @RupBoysDad

mr_hayes Mar 28 @ 8:35 PM EDT

I've gone to so many PD on changing how we teach. Then couldn't use it. Why send a T to training if change wouldn't be supported? #divergED

CoriOrlando1 Mar 28 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Here you go: https://t.co/rS5dz0Tou4 #divergED

In reply to @RupBoysDad, @elawson1977

Learn2Scaffold Mar 28 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Thank you @WeberEducation and @nalang1! I enjoy the discussions #divergED

In reply to @WeberEducation, @nalang1

mr_hayes Mar 28 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Enjoyed the chat! Have a great week! #divergED

CoriOrlando1 Mar 28 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Learned that from @DCulberhouse :) Its a good one. #divergED

In reply to @Grayteach1, @RupBoysDad, @DCulberhouse

RupBoysDad Mar 28 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Thanks so much! #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Thank you everyone for joining us this evening! See you back next week! #divergED

dougcozad Mar 28 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Thanks @nalang1 for facilitating #divergED #eda655

In reply to @nalang1

nalang1 - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Thank you everyone for joining us this evening! See you back next week! #divergED

gdorn1 Mar 28 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Flexible seating, bean bag seats, stools on wheels, bouncy balls, pedal chairs, flourescent lighting, cafe type seating env. #diverged

Grayteach1 Mar 28 @ 8:38 PM EDT

#divergED Kept the overhead lights off for years. Even as a coach, lamps are my lighting of choice.

In reply to @teachingBrewer

gdorn1 Mar 28 @ 8:40 PM EDT

In our school district, the summit program is being used which is a blended learning type of program for the students. #diverged

RupBoysDad Mar 28 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Great thoughts @CoriOrlando1, a lot like what I am trying, blurring likes of IT and TI. Always need to learn more! #divergED

CoriOrlando1 Mar 28 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Here you go: https://t.co/rS5dz0Tou4 #divergED
In reply to @RupBoysDad, @elawson1977

rlmiller137 Mar 28 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Hope to see you there! #divergED #1to1techat #tlap #LLAP #edtechbridge

rlmiller137 Mar 28 @ 4:30 PM EDT

Join me for the 1st #FearlessEdChat ! Learn new things, grow PLN, be fearless! RT please!! #edtechchat #tlap #edchat #TEDEdChat #ntchat

gdorn1 Mar 28 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A4.Change needs to happen. The only thing that holds you back is fear! Take the leap of faith! We need to grow and learn! #diverged

lpijanowski Mar 28 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Great job, @TorianWhite and @FCHSDugan. Timely topic #GLISIchat. Now on to #cultureED @ 9:00 & #divergED was at 8:00. Great chat night!

GLISI Mar 28 @ 8:57 PM EDT

Please join us in thanking our fantastic friends & moderators @TorianWhite & @FCHSDugan #GLISIchat
In reply to @TorianWhite, @FCHSDugan