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SEANJFAHEY Jan 14 @ 10:00 PM EST

Welcome everyone! Whose ready to begin? #DitchBook https://t.co/6JjlaMgUMN

SEANJFAHEY Jan 14 @ 10:01 PM EST

Congrats to @KarlyMoura for winning the 1000 bonus points for tonights #ditchbook chat.

FHS_Anton Jan 14 @ 10:01 PM EST

High School social studies teacher from Forsyth (SW Mo.) #moedchat #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:01 PM EST

Mandi from MO, teaching HS, loving #DitchBook chat!

rachelmarker Jan 14 @ 10:01 PM EST

Good evening, #ditchbook! Rachel, Instructional Coach, ditching from Bozeman, MT. https://t.co/kLFZDg7xmH

SEANJFAHEY Jan 14 @ 10:00 PM EST

Welcome everyone! Whose ready to begin? #DitchBook https://t.co/6JjlaMgUMN

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:01 PM EST

Hello, hello #DitchBook! Excited to join @SEANJFAHEY to talk classroom design! (Wondering what these points are gonna earn us later ...)

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:01 PM EST

@FHS_Anton Welcome Brian ... great to have you! #DitchBook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:01 PM EST

@TTmomTT Welcome Mandi! So glad you joined us again tonight! #DITCHbook

SEANJFAHEY Jan 14 @ 10:01 PM EST

@FHS_Anton Welcom. Glad to have you #ditchbook

emosier3 Jan 14 @ 10:01 PM EST

Evan Mosier, Technology Integrationist Lead Teacher & 6th Grade Language Arts teacher, Davenport, Iowa #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:01 PM EST

@TTmomTT Hey Mandi! #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:02 PM EST

@rachelmarker We have a moderator-to-be in the #DItchBook house! Glad to have you, Rachel!

SEANJFAHEY Jan 14 @ 10:02 PM EST

@rachelmarker Next Week's moderator is in the HOUSE!!! #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:02 PM EST

@jmattmiller @SEANJFAHEY HA and I was the annoying kid whose hand shot up first. Whooops. Too competitive... #DITCHbook

farandlow Jan 14 @ 10:02 PM EST

Tammy, 8th grade math teacher, HS Spanish teacher, MSD Wabash Co, IN, Southwood Jr. Sr. High #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:02 PM EST

@emosier3 Evan! Thanks for joining ... and for the #DitchBook love in the Smore you shared today!

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:02 PM EST

@SEANJFAHEY I think a redo is in order ;) #DITCHbook

mrmacsclasses Jan 14 @ 10:02 PM EST

#DitchBook Matt, 8th grade Social Studies, CA

rachelmarker Jan 14 @ 10:02 PM EST

@KarlyMoura Hi Karly! Always love hanging w you in chats! #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Jan 14 @ 10:03 PM EST

We are about ready to go. Q1 is coming up! #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:03 PM EST

@farandlow Hey Tammy! So good to see you! Indiana is definitely representing in #DitchBook tonight!

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:03 PM EST

@FHS_Anton Good evening Brian so glad to have you in #DITCHbook!

rachelmarker Jan 14 @ 10:03 PM EST

@jmattmiller So glad to be here! Looking fwd to learning with y'all tonight! #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:03 PM EST

@rachelmarker I know! Love that we get to chat twice a week! #DITCHbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:03 PM EST

@mrmacsclasses Hey Matt ... good to see you ... again! #DitchBook

SEANJFAHEY Jan 14 @ 10:03 PM EST

@farandlow Welcome! Always glad to see a fellow #ditchbook

SumerfordTina Jan 14 @ 10:03 PM EST

Tina from CA. 5th Grade teacher #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:03 PM EST

@KarlyMoura Great to be back. #DitchBook

SEANJFAHEY Jan 14 @ 10:04 PM EST

Here is Question 1! #ditchbook https://t.co/9fYaTD7lIj

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:04 PM EST

@mrmacsclasses YES! The #hyperdoc king Matt is here! =) #DITCHbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:04 PM EST

@SumerfordTina Hey Tina ... thanks for joining! #DitchBook

mrmacsclasses Jan 14 @ 10:04 PM EST

@jmattmiller Thanks, Matt #ditchbook

golliharsclass Jan 14 @ 10:04 PM EST

#ditchbook @golliharsclass 4th grade from Texas.

farandlow Jan 14 @ 10:04 PM EST

@jmattmiller @SEANJFAHEY Great to be back in the routine #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:04 PM EST

@farandlow Welcome Tammy! So excited to have you here in #DITCHbook!

nathan_stevens Jan 14 @ 10:04 PM EST

Billy Zane, Cali #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:04 PM EST

@SEANJFAHEY @rachelmarker RIGHT??? SO excited!!! =) #DITCHbook

mrmacsclasses Jan 14 @ 10:04 PM EST

@KarlyMoura #DitchBook Thanks, Karly

FHS_Anton Jan 14 @ 10:04 PM EST

Design of room should allow for movement and flexibility to adapt on the fly. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:05 PM EST

A1: Classroom design affects Ss' mood, attention, etc. from the moment they enter the room. Huge advantage or disadvantage. #DitchBook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:05 PM EST

@SumerfordTina Hi Tina! Welcome to #DITCHbook =)

rachelmarker Jan 14 @ 10:05 PM EST

A1: Because Ss need a comfortable space that promotes indep/creative thinking. And Ts need it 4 tchg! No more rows + complacency! #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:05 PM EST

@golliharsclass Glad to see you back! #DitchBook

nathan_stevens Jan 14 @ 10:05 PM EST

@SEANJFAHEY A1 because rows suck #ditchbook

emosier3 Jan 14 @ 10:05 PM EST

A1: As Tom Murray explains, if you would put a desk at the front of a grave site, it looks quite similar to a classroom. #ditchbook

CarrieRinaldi Jan 14 @ 10:05 PM EST

Q1: Helps facilitate opportunity and risks..mixed with comfort to do that! #DitchBook

rachelmarker Jan 14 @ 10:05 PM EST

@KarlyMoura @SEANJFAHEY Excited! #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:05 PM EST

Whoops forgot my own intro! Karly, TOSA from SF Bay Area, CA. So excited for #DITCHbook chat tonight =)

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:05 PM EST

@nathan_stevens Will you stop shouting in all of your commercials?!?!? #DitchBook

SEANJFAHEY Jan 14 @ 10:05 PM EST

Can I get an AMEN!!! #ditchbook https://t.co/sPJVOJ2U0G

nathan_stevens Jan 14 @ 10:05 PM EST

@SEANJFAHEY A1 because rows suck #ditchbook

nathan_stevens Jan 14 @ 10:05 PM EST

@SEANJFAHEY a1 design of room need to promote good sight lines #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:06 PM EST

A1: Ss need a great place to learn that meets their needs and learning style. #ditchbook

hannahbketteman Jan 14 @ 10:06 PM EST

Physical design is everything- gives students idea of what kind of class environ they are working with #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:06 PM EST

@nathan_stevens Oops ... that's not Billy Zane. Who am I thinking of? The infomercial guy ... #DitchBook

rachelmarker Jan 14 @ 10:06 PM EST

@emosier3 Exactly. What is the purpose of a T desk anyway? Collects dust + piles! #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:06 PM EST

Adapting on the fly -- and quickly -- is key! If you can mod the room in middle of class, that's gold. #DitchBook https://t.co/9mPuqPjrVI

FHS_Anton Jan 14 @ 10:04 PM EST

Design of room should allow for movement and flexibility to adapt on the fly. #ditchbook

emosier3 Jan 14 @ 10:06 PM EST

A1: Students need to feel welcomed and excited about the layout. Contributes to overall engagement in materials. #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:06 PM EST

@SEANJFAHEY It sets the tone for the room. We spend a LOT of time in there make it a comfortable & engaging learning environment. #DITCHbook

nathan_stevens Jan 14 @ 10:07 PM EST

@jmattmiller sorry it is the only way I know how to act other than stare at you with my smoldering looks #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:07 PM EST

@emosier3 Ha ... that's true! #DitchBook

FHS_Anton Jan 14 @ 10:07 PM EST

@rachelmarker @emosier3 Agree. That's what mine does primarily now. It's against the wall and out of the way so I don't use it! #ditchbook

rachelmarker Jan 14 @ 10:07 PM EST

@jmattmiller @nathan_stevens I totally know (but don't know) who you mean! #ditchbook

mrmacsclasses Jan 14 @ 10:07 PM EST

#DitchBook Room needs to be flexible and adaptable ... And unpredictable https://t.co/pYs9xJYdmJ

golliharsclass Jan 14 @ 10:07 PM EST

#ditchbook A1: Design allows for flow, movement and ingress and egress. It should support student success and the different learning styles

hannahbketteman Jan 14 @ 10:07 PM EST

Hannah from Austin, Tx! English 1 and 2 teacher #ditchbook

nathan_stevens Jan 14 @ 10:07 PM EST

A1 wheels are key. Flexibility to change with activity #ditchbook

farandlow Jan 14 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1: Ss like comfort everywhere they go; even if I don't see that as priority, if it matters to Ss then it needs to matter to me #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:08 PM EST

True. When I moved desks, I would sit in them to see what the board/diff parts of room looked like. #DitchBook https://t.co/mVMZZi4HA8

nathan_stevens Jan 14 @ 10:05 PM EST

@SEANJFAHEY a1 design of room need to promote good sight lines #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:08 PM EST

@mrmacsclasses I LOVE your classroom. Need to schedule a visit sometime =) #DITCHbook

golliharsclass Jan 14 @ 10:08 PM EST

@jmattmiller always glad to join a #ditchbook chat.

rachelmarker Jan 14 @ 10:08 PM EST

@hannahbketteman Yes! Rows = rigidity. Sends msg of potentially teacher-centered space. #ditchbook

coachjohnson51 Jan 14 @ 10:08 PM EST

Joel from Chattanooga TN 8th grade American History #ditchbook

nathan_stevens Jan 14 @ 10:08 PM EST

@SEANJFAHEY Amen #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Jan 14 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1 Resorts, would you stay there if it wasn't clean, comfortable, relaxing. Classroom should be fun inviting spaces to learn #ditchbook

SumerfordTina Jan 14 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1 it boxes us in literally and figuratively. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:08 PM EST

We could ask a similar question ... Why is design of your living room important? #DitchBook https://t.co/Wybc8jB6Il

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:06 PM EST

@SEANJFAHEY It sets the tone for the room. We spend a LOT of time in there make it a comfortable & engaging learning environment. #DITCHbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:08 PM EST

@coachjohnson51 Welcome to #DITCHbook chat Joel! =)

nathan_stevens Jan 14 @ 10:09 PM EST

A1 room also needs to be colorful. I hate white classrooms #ditchbook

farandlow Jan 14 @ 10:09 PM EST

A1 Ss need to see each other, not always the screen, board, etc. #ditchbook

rachelmarker Jan 14 @ 10:09 PM EST

@mrmacsclasses Hi Matt! Yes, flexible is great. Love the space you and your Ss have created! #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Jan 14 @ 10:09 PM EST

This is amazing @mrmacsclasses #ditchbook https://t.co/hxRc966x9z

mrmacsclasses Jan 14 @ 10:07 PM EST

#DitchBook Room needs to be flexible and adaptable ... And unpredictable https://t.co/pYs9xJYdmJ

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:09 PM EST

@jmattmiller True! #DITCHbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:09 PM EST

@rachelmarker @nathan_stevens Billy Mays, the OxiClean guy (may he rest in peace), NOT Billy Zane. #DitchBook #InfomercialDistraction

golliharsclass Jan 14 @ 10:10 PM EST

#ditchbook A1: this year I've moved away from defined groups or individual desks and allowed students to choose where they want to learn.

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:10 PM EST

@coachjohnson51 Oh that's exciting! It's a fabulous group! =) #DITCHbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:10 PM EST

Unpredictable classroom design. Good thing or bad thing? Can it be both? #DitchBook https://t.co/kc4Wf30888

mrmacsclasses Jan 14 @ 10:07 PM EST

#DitchBook Room needs to be flexible and adaptable ... And unpredictable https://t.co/pYs9xJYdmJ

AssignmentHelpN Jan 14 @ 10:10 PM EST

Top 5 Emerging EdTech Trends you Must Know in 2016 https://t.co/WYBZFBXkiI #ditchbook #moedchat #edchat #elearning https://t.co/DJKVkkJJBC

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:10 PM EST

@hannahbketteman Hey Hannah! Thanks for joining! I've been to Austin once. Very cool town! #DitchBook

FHS_Anton Jan 14 @ 10:10 PM EST

@nathan_stevens I let the students clutter the walls with work and workspaces to organize and share thoughts! #ditchbook

nathan_stevens Jan 14 @ 10:11 PM EST

@jmattmiller @rachelmarker this is who is participating in the chat tonight #DitchBook https://t.co/EvpfWG2OJc

golliharsclass Jan 14 @ 10:11 PM EST

#ditchbook A1 (cont'd) I even have a couch and lawn chairs and two plastic crates that students love to curl into.

rachelmarker Jan 14 @ 10:11 PM EST

@jmattmiller Precisely. Space where we spend lots of time needs to be welcoming, comfortable, with variety. #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Jan 14 @ 10:11 PM EST

Great Start! Moving on to Question 2 #ditchbook https://t.co/TFfgUeV3c2

ccstechgirl Jan 14 @ 10:11 PM EST

A1: Sitting in a hard chair at a tiny desk for 90 minutes is enough to make anyone a grumpy learner. Comfy matters! #ditchbook

mrmacsclasses Jan 14 @ 10:11 PM EST

@rachelmarker Yes, Ss helped to design this #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:11 PM EST

@coachjohnson51 Thanks for jumping in Joel! I know some other cool ppl from Chattanooga: @teachintechgal @chargerrific #DitchBook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:11 PM EST

@mrmacsclasses @jmattmiller AhH it's my dream! Trying to hard to make it happen Let's start a gofundme account! Bring Matt to CA! #DITCHbook

MsSandersECS Jan 14 @ 10:11 PM EST

@EnosHistory remember to add the hashtag! #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Jan 14 @ 10:12 PM EST

A teacher friend of mine has redesigned her classroom to help Ss focus: use stability balls for chairs https://t.co/ix8NlsQfnS #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:12 PM EST

@farandlow Agreed ... Ss should see each other, but to what extent may depend on task and their personalities. #DitchBook

SEANJFAHEY Jan 14 @ 10:12 PM EST

Would love for you to share your insight but wait for the bonus questions #ditchbook https://t.co/0HwtfGpndI

mrmacsclasses Jan 14 @ 10:11 PM EST

@rachelmarker Yes, Ss helped to design this #DitchBook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:12 PM EST

@SEANJFAHEY Important to have a design that works for different learning styles. #DITCHbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:12 PM EST

@golliharsclass How has that gone, letting students sit where they want to learn? #DitchBook

nathan_stevens Jan 14 @ 10:12 PM EST

@SEANJFAHEY A2 get rid of those one armed desks #ditchbook

emosier3 Jan 14 @ 10:12 PM EST

A2: I'd love to hear other opinions on this, but I believe it starts with a teacher's attitude when students enter the classroom! #ditchbook

nathan_stevens Jan 14 @ 10:13 PM EST

@SEANJFAHEY A2 supply more cake #ditchbook https://t.co/2wnDugdOUs

TTmomTT - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:13 PM EST

@SEANJFAHEY Ss like my son who likes to move A LOT in the classroom really benefit from the stability ball #ditchbook

farandlow Jan 14 @ 10:13 PM EST

A2: Displaying Ss work all around walls, ceiling, door, table centerpieces formed from Ss work #ditchbook

FHS_Anton Jan 14 @ 10:13 PM EST

A2: Again, I think s's need to have room to work, move, share, collaborate. Rooms should be organized in this way. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:13 PM EST

@nathan_stevens @rachelmarker Right. Handsome man you are, Billy ... not quite as handsome as our official #DitchBook supermodel though.

ccstechgirl Jan 14 @ 10:13 PM EST

A2: Have students help design them. #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Jan 14 @ 10:13 PM EST

@KarlyMoura @mrmacsclasses @jmattmiller I like having Matt in Indiana :) #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:13 PM EST

@KarlyMoura @mrmacsclasses We must make this happen sometime! #DitchBook

hannahbketteman Jan 14 @ 10:13 PM EST

A2: Ss need to be able to work and "play" in the same space! Flexibility is most important #DitchBook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:13 PM EST

@SEANJFAHEY @mrmacsclasses @jmattmiller We will give him back... probably. #DITCHbook

golliharsclass Jan 14 @ 10:13 PM EST

#ditchbook A2: I love movement in the classroom and usually that's where I get the most engagement and creativity.

nathan_stevens Jan 14 @ 10:13 PM EST

@SEANJFAHEY A2 Ask Tay Tay #ditchbook https://t.co/AJisu5ePIh

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:14 PM EST

@SEANJFAHEY @KarlyMoura @mrmacsclasses LOL ... don't worry Sean ... I'm not going anywhere. :) #DitchBook

MsSandersECS Jan 14 @ 10:14 PM EST

A1. It matters bc it's where we live. It should feel like an awesome co-created space. No desks in rows #ditchbook https://t.co/avbdRKFyBT

SEANJFAHEY Jan 14 @ 10:04 PM EST

Here is Question 1! #ditchbook https://t.co/9fYaTD7lIj

TTmomTT - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2: having Ss create the artwork/ displays for the wall. Except for Yoda, yoda must stay. #ditchbook

mrmacsclasses Jan 14 @ 10:14 PM EST

@jmattmiller @SEANJFAHEY @KarlyMoura Sorry Matt, I thought you already told him #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:15 PM EST

@ccstechgirl Good call Kate! (Hey, another Hoosier in the house!) #DitchBook

SEANJFAHEY Jan 14 @ 10:15 PM EST

Again this guy always has the right answers! #ditchbook https://t.co/lKTvAhujPX

nathan_stevens Jan 14 @ 10:13 PM EST

@SEANJFAHEY A2 supply more cake #ditchbook https://t.co/2wnDugdOUs

mrsvalencia201 Jan 14 @ 10:15 PM EST

Hola, Brenda Valencia here, sixth grade ELA/ELD & math, ditching from So California #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:15 PM EST

@KarlyMoura @SEANJFAHEY @mrmacsclasses #NoRestrainingOrdersPlease #DitchBook

MistyMitchellm Jan 14 @ 10:15 PM EST

Sorry I'm late! Misty media/EdTech Hudson, TX! #ditchbook

MsSandersECS Jan 14 @ 10:16 PM EST

@EnosHistory just making sure you saw Q1! #ditchbook https://t.co/avbdRKFyBT

SEANJFAHEY Jan 14 @ 10:04 PM EST

Here is Question 1! #ditchbook https://t.co/9fYaTD7lIj

coachjohnson51 Jan 14 @ 10:16 PM EST

A2 Freedom of movement, space to work, freedom for T to move in and around. Access to resources easily #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:16 PM EST

@mrsvalencia201 Sweet! Glad you're here Brenda ... jump right in! #DitchBook

SumerfordTina Jan 14 @ 10:16 PM EST

Ss and TS need to be able to move and work/learn together. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:16 PM EST

@MistyMitchellm Misty, your tardiness is unacceptable! Just kidding. Glad you're here. #DItchBook

rachelmarker Jan 14 @ 10:16 PM EST

A2 Flexible spaces promote discussion, collaboration. Variety of space gives Ss options. Needs to be plenty of small-group spots. #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:16 PM EST

@jmattmiller @SEANJFAHEY @mrmacsclasses Ha ha ha! There's the hashtag! =) #DITCHbook

jchristie23 Jan 14 @ 10:16 PM EST

I just ordered a large wall sticker with the quote "truly wonderful the mind of a child is-Yoda #ditchbook https://t.co/GSKja12UjE

TTmomTT - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2: having Ss create the artwork/ displays for the wall. Except for Yoda, yoda must stay. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:17 PM EST

LOVE THIS!! #DItchBook https://t.co/jZBYB5cNWr

jchristie23 Jan 14 @ 10:16 PM EST
I just ordered a large wall sticker with the quote "truly wonderful the mind of a child is-Yoda #ditchbook https://t.co/GSKja12UjE
- TTmomTT - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:14 PM EST
  
  A2: having Ss create the artwork/ displays for the wall. Except for Yoda, yoda must stay. #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:17 PM EST

@MistyMitchellm Hi Misty! So glad you made it =) Better late than never #DITCHbook

MistyMitchellm Jan 14 @ 10:17 PM EST

A1: the physical design & aesthetics of ANY space affects the attitudes and comfort level of the people in it! #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Jan 14 @ 10:17 PM EST

A2 @gcouros tweeted to hold off giving all Ss same tech. Why do they have to have same seating. Give them what they need to learn #ditchbook

nathan_stevens Jan 14 @ 10:17 PM EST

#DitchBook I don't think the Hoff has the juice to save education #ditchbook https://t.co/G5CAuzlpXm

nathan_stevens Jan 14 @ 10:17 PM EST

#DitchBook I don't think the Hoff has the juice to save education #ditchbook https://t.co/G5CAuzlpXm

ohsoearly Jan 14 @ 10:17 PM EST

Hi #DitchBook - I just want a student created blanket fort in the classroom https://t.co/BJ1zw4S8go

sandyrotto Jan 14 @ 10:17 PM EST

Hi there, #ditchbook Sandy from MN checking in after a long day, ending w/5 hrs of conferences. Happy to be home to chat w/you fine people.

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:17 PM EST

@mrsvalencia201 Welcome Brenda! So glad you joined us =) #DITCHbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:17 PM EST

Does anyone have an example of something they've been able to do because of flexible classroom design? #DitchBook

mrsvalencia201 Jan 14 @ 10:17 PM EST

A1 I used to have 'cemetery' seating last year. This year it's changed to 'restaurant style'! Ss blog! #ditchbook https://t.co/8wc2kTJo9N

SEANJFAHEY Jan 14 @ 10:18 PM EST

Question 3 #ditchbook https://t.co/2PfXGzvS70

TTmomTT - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:18 PM EST

@jchristie23 ❤️ #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:18 PM EST

We keep saying flexible classroom design is important ... I'd love to see some examples! :) #DitchBook

Chucktaft Jan 14 @ 10:18 PM EST

A1 #ditchbook - it's not a classroom - it's a courtroom, speakeasy, WWI trenches, Depression Era soup kitchen, Ind Hall, and everything else

MsSandersECS Jan 14 @ 10:18 PM EST

Yes! Love naming corners/center of the room: makerspace, brainstorm corner, feedback circle etc. #ditchbook https://t.co/6xRVu34Zl3

rachelmarker Jan 14 @ 10:16 PM EST

A2 Flexible spaces promote discussion, collaboration. Variety of space gives Ss options. Needs to be plenty of small-group spots. #ditchbook

CarrieRinaldi Jan 14 @ 10:18 PM EST

We have an amazing teacher who let the students change the design! Results were amazing! #DitchBook

nathan_stevens Jan 14 @ 10:18 PM EST

@ohsoearly how long did it take them to build that scene #ditchbook

rachelmarker Jan 14 @ 10:18 PM EST

@sandyrotto And you have any brain power left after a long day of conferences?! #dedication #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Jan 14 @ 10:19 PM EST

@jmattmiller I want to know too because I'm tempted to implement it in my room #ditchbook

nathan_stevens Jan 14 @ 10:19 PM EST

@SEANJFAHEY @gcouros wobble wobble #DitchBook

emosier3 Jan 14 @ 10:19 PM EST

A3: One without a budget and loads of technology available! ;-) One can dream, right?! #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:19 PM EST

21st Cent Classroom should look kinda like this ... Starbucks. https://t.co/IbSx8UgTzW #DitchBook cc @MrsDelz

rachelmarker Jan 14 @ 10:19 PM EST

@MsSandersECS What great ways to subtly encourage these activities among your Ss! (brainstorm, make, give feedback). Love it! #ditchbook

MistyMitchellm Jan 14 @ 10:19 PM EST

A2: pay attention to how kids interact w/things in a room. Sometimes their organizational patterns are not the same as an adult. #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:19 PM EST

@mrmacsclasses is an amazing 21st century classroom design! #DITCHbook https://t.co/rik1p5Tuvu

mrmacsclasses Jan 14 @ 10:07 PM EST

#DitchBook Room needs to be flexible and adaptable ... And unpredictable https://t.co/pYs9xJYdmJ

TTmomTT - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:19 PM EST

A3: If resources weren't an issue, different types of seating, different heights of desks, coffee shop/ book store style #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:19 PM EST

You sound kinda like @burgessdave when you talk like that, @ChuckTaft! #DitchBook #tlap https://t.co/5vWF9i1uCQ

Chucktaft Jan 14 @ 10:18 PM EST

A1 #ditchbook - it's not a classroom - it's a courtroom, speakeasy, WWI trenches, Depression Era soup kitchen, Ind Hall, and everything else

nathan_stevens Jan 14 @ 10:19 PM EST

@SEANJFAHEY A3 various styles of tables and seating #DitchBook

beebekienstra Jan 14 @ 10:20 PM EST

@jmattmiller flexible arrangement? try living on the coordinate plane! it's life changing! https://t.co/IqqzO8SWUH #ditchbook

golliharsclass Jan 14 @ 10:20 PM EST

#ditchbook @jmattmiller I've got students on exercise balls, couches, lawn chairs & regular traditional desks and chairs. Some people stand

hannahbketteman Jan 14 @ 10:20 PM EST

.@jmattmiller created "cattle cars"'for holocaust unit, moved things around to display jail in TKAM #ditchbook https://t.co/wBA8Eqr29m

mrsvalencia201 Jan 14 @ 10:20 PM EST

A1 part 2, no assigned seating, no seating chart, only a class photo chart for the guest teacher. Students choose where to sit! #DitchBook

stephanieferris Jan 14 @ 10:20 PM EST

#DitchBook A3 Ss working in different comfortable positions all around the room.Floor, chairs, comfy seating, table,no table. No limits!

ccstechgirl Jan 14 @ 10:20 PM EST

A3: I think the campfire, wateringhole, mountaintop, cave model is really interesting. #ditchbook

ohsoearly Jan 14 @ 10:20 PM EST

@nathan_stevens I'd love to know...I need to build one in the library #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:20 PM EST

@ccstechgirl Sound interesting! Would love to hear more! #DITCHbook

CarrieRinaldi Jan 14 @ 10:20 PM EST

Q3: Still trying to figure that out. Teach 1st grade!.Couches, bouncy chairs, game chairs, tables with No name tags! #DitchBook

SEANJFAHEY Jan 14 @ 10:20 PM EST

You beat me to the punch! But exactly! #ditchbook https://t.co/hcEN5h8uRk

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:19 PM EST

21st Cent Classroom should look kinda like this ... Starbucks. https://t.co/IbSx8UgTzW #DitchBook cc @MrsDelz

BBaumeyer Jan 14 @ 10:21 PM EST

A3: mobile and fluid. Ss should be able to move around easily. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:21 PM EST

Naming spaces in the classroom for certain activities. Love it! Why do you think it's so effective? #DitchBook https://t.co/BTvLlWFom9

MsSandersECS Jan 14 @ 10:18 PM EST
Yes! Love naming corners/center of the room: makerspace, brainstorm corner, feedback circle etc. #ditchbook https://t.co/6xRVu34Zl3
- rachelmarker Jan 14 @ 10:16 PM EST
  
  A2 Flexible spaces promote discussion, collaboration. Variety of space gives Ss options. Needs to be plenty of small-group spots. #ditchbook

rachelmarker Jan 14 @ 10:21 PM EST

@jmattmiller Guided reading on the floor w banana seats; small rugs throughout; rocking chairs for Ss to share writing; bean bags.#ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:21 PM EST

This doesn't work for every class. #freshmen #ditchbook https://t.co/BbFh4LBetZ

mrsvalencia201 Jan 14 @ 10:20 PM EST

A1 part 2, no assigned seating, no seating chart, only a class photo chart for the guest teacher. Students choose where to sit! #DitchBook

ohsoearly Jan 14 @ 10:21 PM EST

#DitchBook flexible space = tables move #megadesk https://t.co/diy1mw6UFF

MsSandersECS Jan 14 @ 10:21 PM EST

Loves those words: flexible, adaptable, unpredictable learning space #ditchbook cc: @EnosHistory https://t.co/5Hpq1d19vG

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:19 PM EST
@mrmacsclasses is an amazing 21st century classroom design! #DITCHbook https://t.co/rik1p5Tuvu
- mrmacsclasses Jan 14 @ 10:07 PM EST
  
  #DitchBook Room needs to be flexible and adaptable ... And unpredictable https://t.co/pYs9xJYdmJ

Chucktaft Jan 14 @ 10:21 PM EST

A3 #ditchbook @jmattmiller @burgessdave he is much taller and funnier - and #tlap ier

farandlow Jan 14 @ 10:22 PM EST

@jmattmiller You mean something like break piñatas #ditchbook https://t.co/MPk2KCJ1XJ

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:22 PM EST

Cool idea! #DitchBook https://t.co/UDbS086uaL

beebekienstra Jan 14 @ 10:20 PM EST

@jmattmiller flexible arrangement? try living on the coordinate plane! it's life changing! https://t.co/IqqzO8SWUH #ditchbook

beebekienstra Jan 14 @ 10:22 PM EST

life on the plane - found a picture #ditchbook https://t.co/R9J8dgBbPZ

MsSandersECS Jan 14 @ 10:22 PM EST

It's freedom within form. We have norms but co-create the names & expectations for those learning spaces #ditchbook https://t.co/YS2VmSW1jj

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:21 PM EST
Naming spaces in the classroom for certain activities. Love it! Why do you think it's so effective? #DitchBook https://t.co/BTvLlWFom9
- MsSandersECS Jan 14 @ 10:18 PM EST
  
  Yes! Love naming corners/center of the room: makerspace, brainstorm corner, feedback circle etc. #ditchbook https://t.co/6xRVu34Zl3
  
  rachelmarker Jan 14 @ 10:16 PM EST
  
  A2 Flexible spaces promote discussion, collaboration. Variety of space gives Ss options. Needs to be plenty of small-group spots. #ditchbook

hannahbketteman Jan 14 @ 10:22 PM EST

A3: easy to maneuver/comm with others, w/o COLLAB 21st century learning doesn't exist #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:22 PM EST

BOOM! Awesome design, Hannah! #DitchBook https://t.co/tHJqksrGpO

hannahbketteman Jan 14 @ 10:20 PM EST

.@jmattmiller created "cattle cars"'for holocaust unit, moved things around to display jail in TKAM #ditchbook https://t.co/wBA8Eqr29m

SumerfordTina Jan 14 @ 10:22 PM EST

A3: fluid, mobile, comfortable, tech-accessible. #ditchbook

sandyrotto Jan 14 @ 10:22 PM EST

@rachelmarker No...none. Lounging, watching American Idol, eating a late supper, and lurking in #ditchbook

DennisDill Jan 14 @ 10:22 PM EST

@jmattmiller flexi classroom design starts with letting kids sit/stand where they are comfortable. How are they most productive? #DitchBook

beebekienstra Jan 14 @ 10:22 PM EST

@jmattmiller they get their "address" for the day when they enter - find their desk; learn it really well! #ditchbook

rachelmarker Jan 14 @ 10:23 PM EST

@sandyrotto Sounds perfect. Welcome home! #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:23 PM EST

@BBaumeyer Exactly! #Ditchbook

MsSandersECS Jan 14 @ 10:23 PM EST

Also why things on wheels are awesome when possible #ditchbook https://t.co/UdYr7RWWJv

ohsoearly Jan 14 @ 10:21 PM EST

#DitchBook flexible space = tables move #megadesk https://t.co/diy1mw6UFF

MistyMitchellm Jan 14 @ 10:23 PM EST

This is a diagram of how my science classroom was set up. #ditchbook https://t.co/SNA5s42NdP

ccstechgirl Jan 14 @ 10:23 PM EST

Here are a couple of links: https://t.co/DYqNz4mDwf https://t.co/ega9NLPylG #ditchbook https://t.co/szIdgVn6YT

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:20 PM EST

@ccstechgirl Sound interesting! Would love to hear more! #DITCHbook

coachjohnson51 Jan 14 @ 10:24 PM EST

A3: open, walkways, moveability, not rigid set up, transitional #DitchBook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:24 PM EST

Our STEM lab has high tables for kids to stand, pillows, rugs, whiteboard doors along w/ our LEGO wall =) It's a fun space #DITCHbook

SEANJFAHEY Jan 14 @ 10:24 PM EST

On to Question 4 Remember...DITCH = Different, Innovative, Tech-Laden, Creative, Hands-on #ditchbook https://t.co/2NfM0ucwCI

nathan_stevens Jan 14 @ 10:24 PM EST

@ohsoearly me too #ditchbook

golliharsclass Jan 14 @ 10:24 PM EST

#ditchbook I'd love to get rid of the desks and get tables. I took one fr a resource room and my Ss love it. I think it makes them feel big

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:24 PM EST

@ccstechgirl Thanks! #DITCHbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:24 PM EST

@sandyrotto @rachelmarker Happy to have you lurking ... happy you're alive! #DitchBook

hannahbketteman Jan 14 @ 10:24 PM EST

@TTmomTT @mrsvalencia201 agreed. 9th usually needs limits but can adapt towards EOY #ditchbook

ohsoearly Jan 14 @ 10:25 PM EST

@nathan_stevens a little inspiration - although I prefer Blanketsburg #ditchbook https://t.co/oMzPiIzJb5

MistyMitchellm Jan 14 @ 10:25 PM EST

Yes! Don't force kids to sit down! I don't like to sit down all day!!!! #ditchbook https://t.co/wbZISr4Isw

DennisDill Jan 14 @ 10:22 PM EST

@jmattmiller flexi classroom design starts with letting kids sit/stand where they are comfortable. How are they most productive? #DitchBook

SEANJFAHEY Jan 14 @ 10:25 PM EST

I had a feeling through culmination of our chat we might be close to answering Q4, but keep going! #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:25 PM EST

@sandyrotto Hi Sandy! Love having the OG of #DITCHbook here. Lurk away. You deserve a break =)

stephanieferris Jan 14 @ 10:25 PM EST

#DitchBook A3 Ss work spaces all around the room. White board office space, collaboration and endless engagement

rachelmarker Jan 14 @ 10:25 PM EST

A4 The most immediate change I'd make is ditching the teacher desk. It is abt the Ss, not the T! #ditchbook

MsSandersECS Jan 14 @ 10:25 PM EST

Big fan of thrift stores! Painted an old desk with whiteboard paint for a brainstorm corner #ditchbook https://t.co/k1WLzvklbK

golliharsclass Jan 14 @ 10:24 PM EST

#ditchbook I'd love to get rid of the desks and get tables. I took one fr a resource room and my Ss love it. I think it makes them feel big

mrmacsclasses Jan 14 @ 10:25 PM EST

@BBaumeyer Move around, freedom! flexibility exactly #ditchbook https://t.co/ko3oV52QfV

beebekienstra Jan 14 @ 10:25 PM EST

@Math_m_Addicts @Melissa_Minnix duct tape is really hard to remove; using painters tape this year. #ditchbook

emosier3 Jan 14 @ 10:25 PM EST

A4: Allow students to develop the seating layout for the day (within reason :-)). Gets them involved and they can take ownership. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:25 PM EST

A4: For tech-laden, classrooms must consider charging ... school devices AND student devices (in my opinion). #DitchBook

golliharsclass Jan 14 @ 10:26 PM EST

#ditchbook A5: Buy some throw pillows? And rug remnants. I'm flexible.

coachjohnson51 Jan 14 @ 10:26 PM EST

A4 Ss close enough together to work together far enough to not annoy. Ts getting away from the DESK #DitchBook

SofiaGeorgelos Jan 14 @ 10:26 PM EST

@jmattmiller @MrsDelz my Starbucks classroom ... #ditchbook https://t.co/wTFpFGjb9t

ohsoearly Jan 14 @ 10:26 PM EST

#ditchbook even if you have desks...move them! https://t.co/PnNbBq1MMq

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:26 PM EST

A4: Simple change for creativity: Write a fun ? on the board and encourage Ss to have fun answering it. All day, all classes. #DitchBook

SEANJFAHEY Jan 14 @ 10:26 PM EST

This was an important question we brought up at our school too. Old buildings don't have as many outlets #ditchbook https://t.co/chcfxTcdWN

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:25 PM EST

A4: For tech-laden, classrooms must consider charging ... school devices AND student devices (in my opinion). #DitchBook

rachelmarker Jan 14 @ 10:26 PM EST

A4 b) Another easy change: let kids stand whenever they want. Ss can stand on sides/back of grp during any direct instr. #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:27 PM EST

Can't make the plunge yet. I do so much planning & work there. I'm rarely by it when I teach though. #ditchbook https://t.co/oJqeBrreN9

rachelmarker Jan 14 @ 10:25 PM EST

A4 The most immediate change I'd make is ditching the teacher desk. It is abt the Ss, not the T! #ditchbook

mrsvalencia201 Jan 14 @ 10:27 PM EST

A2 student input, student choice makes a difference. #DitchBook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:27 PM EST

@SEANJFAHEY A4 A simple thing to do would be to ask the kids for their input =) #DITCHbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:27 PM EST

I love the GIF/meme class design battle going on between @ohsoearly @nathan_stevens. #DitchBook

ohsoearly Jan 14 @ 10:27 PM EST

#ditchbook @jmattmiller you get a power strip! You get a power strip! You get a power strip! https://t.co/f91dmVG5b7

Chucktaft Jan 14 @ 10:27 PM EST

A4 #ditchbook no seating charts - change the room set up every day - or move class outside of the room

rachelmarker Jan 14 @ 10:27 PM EST

@TTmomTT I hear that. Scoot off to far corner? Less of a focal point was my thinking. #ditchbook

ccstechgirl Jan 14 @ 10:27 PM EST

Here's the dream classroom I just designed for my innovator application: https://t.co/AUGgfNmHIN Clearly $$ not an issue. :) #ditchbook

SumerfordTina Jan 14 @ 10:28 PM EST

A4: Like the idea of penta-shaped groups or Ss standing at workstations. #ditchbook

coachjohnson51 Jan 14 @ 10:28 PM EST

@jmattmiller That is a struggle when building designed before went 1:1 #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:28 PM EST

@jmattmiller You mean we have to consider how we charge devices? #DITCHbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:28 PM EST

@MistyMitchellm This is KEY! We must remember the sitting factor. Strange, but it's exhausting all day! #DitchBook https://t.co/7mYrfz7ssi

MistyMitchellm Jan 14 @ 10:25 PM EST
Yes! Don't force kids to sit down! I don't like to sit down all day!!!! #ditchbook https://t.co/wbZISr4Isw
- DennisDill Jan 14 @ 10:22 PM EST
  
  @jmattmiller flexi classroom design starts with letting kids sit/stand where they are comfortable. How are they most productive? #DitchBook

SEANJFAHEY Jan 14 @ 10:28 PM EST

Got a "learn something new" calendar and shared the tidbits w/ Ss they loved it. #ditchbook https://t.co/MujWY2dEfR

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:26 PM EST

A4: Simple change for creativity: Write a fun ? on the board and encourage Ss to have fun answering it. All day, all classes. #DitchBook

mrsvalencia201 Jan 14 @ 10:28 PM EST

@hannahbketteman @TTmomTT That's what I worried about when I started teaching 6th graders. A lot has changed... Them or me? #ditchbook

MistyMitchellm Jan 14 @ 10:28 PM EST

A4: allow kids who want to to turn their chairs over and "perch" some of 'em ❤️ it! It's weird but go with it. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:29 PM EST

Sounds like the class of my dreams! #DitchBook https://t.co/L8YB66dylL

stephanieferris Jan 14 @ 10:25 PM EST

#DitchBook A3 Ss work spaces all around the room. White board office space, collaboration and endless engagement

ccstechgirl Jan 14 @ 10:29 PM EST

A4: Rearrange the desks/tables. Let kids choose to sit on the floor. Or stand. #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:29 PM EST

A4: My tables are in pods. Would like different heights so kids can stand. Some fun seating not a table for collab. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Jan 14 @ 10:29 PM EST

Genius! #DitchBook https://t.co/MGejTWbggk

MsSandersECS Jan 14 @ 10:25 PM EST
Big fan of thrift stores! Painted an old desk with whiteboard paint for a brainstorm corner #ditchbook https://t.co/k1WLzvklbK
- golliharsclass Jan 14 @ 10:24 PM EST
  
  #ditchbook I'd love to get rid of the desks and get tables. I took one fr a resource room and my Ss love it. I think it makes them feel big

rachelmarker Jan 14 @ 10:29 PM EST

@ohsoearly And desks don't have to be the enemy. Just ditch the rows! Small pods will promote S discussion. #ditchbook

beebekienstra Jan 14 @ 10:29 PM EST

@jmattmiller @MistyMitchellm I have a few who stand or move ALOT. don't care as long as they aren't bothering anyone #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Jan 14 @ 10:29 PM EST

For creativity, I have had discussions with my E-Coach of floor to ceiling dry erase paint on my walls. #ditchbook

coachjohnson51 Jan 14 @ 10:29 PM EST

have used three different classroom setups in one 80 minute block #DitchBook