#akedchat Archive
#akedchat is a great way for Alaska-based educators to share teaching strategies, educational resources, and more.
Monday April 17, 2017
11:00 PM EDT
participatechat
Apr 17 @ 11:00 PM EDT
Participate in the upcoming
#akedchat
by sharing resources and collaborating at
https://t.co/0shmUYfAWp
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:01 PM EDT
#akedchat
#welcome
nick_schumacher
Apr 17 @ 11:02 PM EDT
Good evening everyone. Nick from Galena Alaska. I am excited to learn with you this evening.
#akedchat
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:03 PM EDT
#akedchat
#LetsGetStarted
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:03 PM EDT
Sam from sunny
#Juneau
, work at DEED. Excited for tonight's chat. Glad u can't hear my happily screaming children over Twitter.
#akedchat
spiraledu
Apr 17 @ 11:04 PM EDT
Hi
#akedchat
Sue, 3rd grade in Fort Yukon. Accessibility is removing obstacles to enhance student learning with their peers
In reply to @saminjuneau
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:05 PM EDT
#akedchat
A1 "the quality of being able to be reached, obtained or used"
imaginarynums
Apr 17 @ 11:05 PM EDT
Samantha, K-12 Technology teacher in Healy checking in!
#akedchat
nick_schumacher
Apr 17 @ 11:05 PM EDT
A1. Making opportunities available to all Ss.
#akedchat
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:03 PM EDT
#akedchat
#LetsGetStarted
Kate_Muelling
Apr 17 @ 11:06 PM EDT
Katherine Muelling, KMS math foundations. Excited to learn about edtech!
#akedchat
WalterMuelling
Apr 17 @ 11:07 PM EDT
Walter Muelling, Orchestra, Kodiak Island.
#akedchat
rownbey
Apr 17 @ 11:07 PM EDT
Rylee, middle school
#sped
Valdez, AK!!
#akedchat
Kate_Muelling
Apr 17 @ 11:07 PM EDT
A1: Accessibility is allowing students access to the content no matter what. Assessing content, not convention.
#akedchat
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:07 PM EDT
Glad you could join Samantha!
#akedchat
In reply to @imaginarynums
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:07 PM EDT
Hey
@spiraledu
. Thanks for being on tonight
#akedchat
In reply to @spiraledu, @spiraledu
rownbey
Apr 17 @ 11:08 PM EDT
A1 content and learning opportunities available to all Ss no matter their location or demographic
#akedchat
WalterMuelling
Apr 17 @ 11:08 PM EDT
A1 It means that every student is able to participate physically, intellectually, socially, and emotionally.
#akedchat
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:08 PM EDT
Thanks
@nick_schumacher
for being on
#akedchat
tonight
In reply to @nick_schumacher, @nick_schumacher
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:08 PM EDT
https://t.co/ayd5GBjtFe
#akedchat
In reply to @WalterMuelling
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:09 PM EDT
#akedchat
Tch2LrnAK
Apr 17 @ 11:09 PM EDT
Hello
#akedchat
! Tammy, Superintendent
@CRSDAK
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:01 PM EDT
#akedchat
#welcome
nick_schumacher
Apr 17 @ 11:09 PM EDT
It sounds like we need to meet the specific needs of every kid if we want accessibility in the classroom!
#akedchat
WalterMuelling
Apr 17 @ 11:08 PM EDT
A1 It means that every student is able to participate physically, intellectually, socially, and emotionally.
#akedchat
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:10 PM EDT
Thanks or being on
#akedchat
@rownbey
In reply to @rownbey, @rownbey
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:10 PM EDT
Great to have you on
#akedchat
@Tch2LrnAK
!!
In reply to @Tch2LrnAK, @CRSDAK, @Tch2LrnAK
nick_schumacher
Apr 17 @ 11:11 PM EDT
A2. We need to meet each kid where they are..wherever that may be.
#akedchat
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:09 PM EDT
#akedchat
Kate_Muelling
Apr 17 @ 11:11 PM EDT
A2: If we do it equitably, any kid who needs help, gets it. Not based on groups or our idea of who might need it.
#akedchat
WalterMuelling
Apr 17 @ 11:11 PM EDT
A2 Prioritizing groups seems like playing favorites, but I do tend to make sure my kids in villages don't get overlooked.
#akedchat
Tch2LrnAK
Apr 17 @ 11:12 PM EDT
A1: Accessibility means all can reach or obtain -- Ss, Ts, Ls, everyone.
#akedchat
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:03 PM EDT
#akedchat
#LetsGetStarted
Kate_Muelling
Apr 17 @ 11:13 PM EDT
#akedchat
Agreed. We alter what is necessary for the student, we don't expect the student to alter themselves to learn.
In reply to @nick_schumacher
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:13 PM EDT
A2
#akedchat
For me it goes beyond SWD to ELLs, disconnected students, Ss with challenging behaviors...
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:14 PM EDT
A2 I do think its important to name communities of Ss - to tailor the strategy of inclusion and access
#akedchat
spiraledu
Apr 17 @ 11:15 PM EDT
#akedchat
rural schools need access to faster internet speeds and bandwidth to ensure
#Edtech
equity
In reply to @saminjuneau
Tch2LrnAK
Apr 17 @ 11:15 PM EDT
A2: All of them. Ss w/ special needs, those w/o tech @ home. Equal access for all Ss to support/enhance learning is essential.
#akedchat
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:09 PM EDT
#akedchat
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:16 PM EDT
#akedchat
nick_schumacher
Apr 17 @ 11:17 PM EDT
I second that!
#akedchat
spiraledu
Apr 17 @ 11:15 PM EDT
#akedchat
rural schools need access to faster internet speeds and bandwidth to ensure
#Edtech
equity
In reply to @saminjuneau
spiraledu
Apr 17 @ 11:17 PM EDT
Access to tech at home is huge.
#akedchat
many families here don't have home computers or internet
In reply to @Tch2LrnAK
spiraledu
Apr 17 @ 11:19 PM EDT
I like schools that have check out policies for items
#akedchat
also places that can have internet access after hours or before hours
In reply to @saminjuneau
nick_schumacher
Apr 17 @ 11:19 PM EDT
A3. Unfortunately. Many educators are still trying to control the flow of info...as if new ideas threaten classroom authority
#akedchat
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:16 PM EDT
#akedchat
Tch2LrnAK
Apr 17 @ 11:20 PM EDT
A4: In perfect world
#highspeedinternet
for all! Support 1:1 for all Ss, wifi hotspots, provide access to parents. Teach
#digcit
#akedchat
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:16 PM EDT
#akedchat
WalterMuelling
Apr 17 @ 11:20 PM EDT
A3 Use free or open source programs, or purchase accounts for programs that are free to download for home computers.
#akedchat
#smartmusic
Kate_Muelling
Apr 17 @ 11:20 PM EDT
A3: Teach students how to research so they can find edtech and solutions that work for them.
#akedchat
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:21 PM EDT
#akedchat
I see community libraries as having a positive role to play in democratizing access.
In reply to @spiraledu
Tch2LrnAK
Apr 17 @ 11:21 PM EDT
Agreed
@nick_schumacher
Ss will find info they want and need. Ts must support tech as tool & tch responsibility -not limit access.
#akedchat
nick_schumacher
Apr 17 @ 11:19 PM EDT
A3. Unfortunately. Many educators are still trying to control the flow of info...as if new ideas threaten classroom authority
#akedchat
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:16 PM EDT
#akedchat
nick_schumacher
Apr 17 @ 11:21 PM EDT
A3.2. For some Ts, Ps, Tech Directors and Administrators taking down the barriers will require a paradigm shift in ed. philosophy
#akedchat
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:16 PM EDT
#akedchat
WalterMuelling
Apr 17 @ 11:21 PM EDT
Our high school library checks out laptops to students to take home, and it's really popular. They run out every day.
#akedchat
In reply to @spiraledu, @saminjuneau
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:22 PM EDT
#akedchat
nick_schumacher
Apr 17 @ 11:22 PM EDT
That is Awesome! How is connectivity when the kid gets home?
#akedchat
WalterMuelling
Apr 17 @ 11:21 PM EDT
Our high school library checks out laptops to students to take home, and it's really popular. They run out every day.
#akedchat
In reply to @spiraledu, @saminjuneau
spiraledu
Apr 17 @ 11:23 PM EDT
#akedchat
I liked how at
#aste17
they first said to "put tech away for keynote" but then
@gcouros
said "take it out" & actively listen
In reply to @nick_schumacher, @gcouros
WalterMuelling
Apr 17 @ 11:23 PM EDT
A4 I love browser based apps (free and no download!) but I live and die by
@SmartMusic
for my virtual program.
#akedchat
nick_schumacher
Apr 17 @ 11:24 PM EDT
Embrace the tool and Teach responsibility!
#akedchat
Tch2LrnAK
Apr 17 @ 11:21 PM EDT
Agreed
@nick_schumacher
Ss will find info they want and need. Ts must support tech as tool & tch responsibility -not limit access.
#akedchat
nick_schumacher
Apr 17 @ 11:19 PM EDT
A3. Unfortunately. Many educators are still trying to control the flow of info...as if new ideas threaten classroom authority
#akedchat
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:16 PM EDT
#akedchat
Kate_Muelling
Apr 17 @ 11:25 PM EDT
A4: We use OneDrive and the Microsoft Suite with students, but it's not necessarily easily accessible...
#akedchat
WalterMuelling
Apr 17 @ 11:25 PM EDT
No idea, but I assume the kids that take them have internet at home. Our public library is open until 9pm and has free wifi, too.
#akedchat
In reply to @nick_schumacher
Tch2LrnAK
Apr 17 @ 11:25 PM EDT
A4: We love
#chromebooks
&
#googleEDU
tools. Accessible, easy to use & manage.
@nearpod
&
@activelylearn
are FAVs of both Ts & Ss.
#akedchat
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:22 PM EDT
#akedchat
nick_schumacher
Apr 17 @ 11:25 PM EDT
I am not sure if it is hardware or software...but the Google platform is hard to beat for collaboration and sharing information.
#akedchat
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:22 PM EDT
#akedchat
rownbey
Apr 17 @ 11:26 PM EDT
A3 Stakeholders need to feel heard as well as supported, filtering decisions from this place will help create buy in
#akedchat
Tch2LrnAK
Apr 17 @ 11:27 PM EDT
@spiraledu
I use
@Twitter
to capture & communicate at conferences like
#aste17
& pd in general. Tech is tool...like pen & paper.
#akedchat
spiraledu
Apr 17 @ 11:23 PM EDT
#akedchat
I liked how at
#aste17
they first said to "put tech away for keynote" but then
@gcouros
said "take it out" & actively listen
In reply to @nick_schumacher, @gcouros
rownbey
Apr 17 @ 11:28 PM EDT
A4
@GoogleForEdu
is my number one go to; subscriptions I like too are
@DiscoveryEd
@IXLLearning
#akedchat
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:29 PM EDT
#akedchat
Tch2LrnAK
Apr 17 @ 11:30 PM EDT
Yes
@rownbey
@IXLLearning
rocks!
@noredink
is fab too!
#akedchat
rownbey
Apr 17 @ 11:28 PM EDT
A4
@GoogleForEdu
is my number one go to; subscriptions I like too are
@DiscoveryEd
@IXLLearning
#akedchat
rownbey
Apr 17 @ 11:31 PM EDT
A5 My admin has been VERY open to my ideas so I totally use BYOD I guide Ss to apps that make access easy on their personal device
#akedchat
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:32 PM EDT
A4 I am glad that the EDU platforms have really gotten on board w/ embracing all students -
@Google
,
@MicrosoftEDU
and
@AppleEDU
#akedchat
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:34 PM EDT
@rownbey
Again, browser-based helps here
#akedchat
In reply to @rownbey, @rownbey
Tch2LrnAK
Apr 17 @ 11:34 PM EDT
A5: Lots of ways to make
#edtech
accessible...but deploying device ensures equity.
#BYOD
another way...but only if Ss have tech.
#akedchat
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:29 PM EDT
#akedchat
becky_moren
Apr 17 @ 11:35 PM EDT
Hi
#akedchat
... joining late!
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:36 PM EDT
#akedchat
rownbey
Apr 17 @ 11:36 PM EDT
equity is a huge factor. We have Ss who lose their school device as a consequence (not my fave), so I use
#byod
2 keep rolling!
#akedchat
In reply to @Tch2LrnAK
Tch2LrnAK
Apr 17 @ 11:36 PM EDT
A5.2:
@crsdak
has worked hard to ensure device equity for all. As result, every S in every CR has tons of opps to learn via tech.
#akedchat
Tch2LrnAK
Apr 17 @ 11:34 PM EDT
A5: Lots of ways to make
#edtech
accessible...but deploying device ensures equity.
#BYOD
another way...but only if Ss have tech.
#akedchat
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:29 PM EDT
#akedchat
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:37 PM EDT
A5 There things like providing accommodating spaces (w WiFi) for using tech and allowing students to collaborate...
#akedchat
Tch2LrnAK
Apr 17 @ 11:38 PM EDT
A6: Hire amazing
#edtech
support to keep things rolling! Thx
@CRSDTech
! Grants hv helped w/ purchases. Clear processes important.
#akedchat
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:36 PM EDT
#akedchat
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:38 PM EDT
Q6 Or just one trick!
#akedchat
rownbey
Apr 17 @ 11:39 PM EDT
A6
#byod
, browser-based platforms, my own personal devices too, old iPhone, iPod, and my macbook that I let Ss use in class
#akedchat
Kate_Muelling
Apr 17 @ 11:39 PM EDT
A6: I use
@theMathLearningCente
r apps to use tech as manipulatives in math
#akedchat
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:40 PM EDT
#akedchat
"Clear processes important" Yep! Helps everyone.
In reply to @Tch2LrnAK, @CRSDTech
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:40 PM EDT
'browser-based' - I see a theme here :)
#akedchat
In reply to @rownbey
WalterMuelling
Apr 17 @ 11:41 PM EDT
A6 Using free apps Ss can download on phones, making an online sheet music repository, & linking other resources from our website.
#akedchat
becky_moren
Apr 17 @ 11:41 PM EDT
A6 - Group kids on limited set of WeDo Robotics kits
#bettertogether
#googlecalendar
to schedule computer lab
#akedchat
spiraledu
Apr 17 @ 11:42 PM EDT
Tip 1: I encourage mine to go on App Store & we try out new apps to see if we should get them for whole class to learn with
#akedchat
In reply to @saminjuneau
nick_schumacher
Apr 17 @ 11:42 PM EDT
A6. Invest in our people. Support the Ts w/ the crazy ideas. Empower personal growth so Ts can empower our Ss with new ideas.
#akedchat
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:43 PM EDT
#akedchat
Tch2LrnAK
Apr 17 @ 11:43 PM EDT
A6.2: Keep pressing forward. We don't stop using txtbks when run short/don't have one for each S. Same should be true for
#EdTech
#akedchat
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:36 PM EDT
#akedchat
becky_moren
Apr 17 @ 11:44 PM EDT
or Ss to empower Ts! My Ss teach me daily when it comes to tech.
#akedchat
In reply to @nick_schumacher
Tch2LrnAK
Apr 17 @ 11:45 PM EDT
Yes
@becky_moren
!
#googlecalendar
to schedule shared lab/devices -- use tech tools to manage use.
#SmartThinking
#efficient
#akedchat
becky_moren
Apr 17 @ 11:41 PM EDT
A6 - Group kids on limited set of WeDo Robotics kits
#bettertogether
#googlecalendar
to schedule computer lab
#akedchat
nick_schumacher
Apr 17 @ 11:45 PM EDT
Good on you! Far too often Ts are too intimidated to learn from the Ss.
#akedchat
becky_moren
Apr 17 @ 11:44 PM EDT
or Ss to empower Ts! My Ss teach me daily when it comes to tech.
#akedchat
In reply to @nick_schumacher
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:45 PM EDT
@nick_schumacher
Agree that Ts are central to promoting
#access
and
#equity
. They r in the trenches and know the Ss needs best.
#akedchat
becky_moren
Apr 17 @ 11:46 PM EDT
Yep, love the quote "We're all teachers, we're all learners" .
#akedchat
In reply to @nick_schumacher
nick_schumacher
Apr 17 @ 11:47 PM EDT
A7. Each learning objective comes with a unique path to mastery. Tech increases the possibilities of ways to learn and grow.
#akedchat
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:43 PM EDT
#akedchat
Tch2LrnAK
Apr 17 @ 11:47 PM EDT
A7:
@twitter
&
#twitterpd
offers up motherlode of ideas for every setting and for every stakeholder. Conf's like
#ASTE
&
@nacol
#akedchat
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:43 PM EDT
#akedchat
nick_schumacher
Apr 17 @ 11:49 PM EDT
A7.2. It is important to listen to and learn from one another as well. Tech can bring people together.
#akedchat
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:43 PM EDT
#akedchat
spiraledu
Apr 17 @ 11:49 PM EDT
#akedchat
tip 2: model how to use google & YouTube to answer our every day wonders. They are goof researchers now
In reply to @saminjuneau
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:50 PM EDT
A7 I like the idea of engaging SpEd, ELL and specialty staff to plot, plan and tailor PL to meet the needs of Ts and Ss
#edcamp
#akedchat
becky_moren
Apr 17 @ 11:50 PM EDT
Attended my 1st
#aste
17. still reeling from the inspiration! And can't wait to check out these other resources. I luv Twitter!
#akedchat
In reply to @Tch2LrnAK, @Twitter, @nacol
rownbey
Apr 17 @ 11:50 PM EDT
A7
@twitter
is my biggest one that helps me think of creative ways to use
#edtech
and like minded
#innovative
Ts
#akedchat
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:51 PM EDT
#akedchat
#lastquestion
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:52 PM EDT
@nick_schumacher
"Tech can bring people together" I think the challenge and fun of innovation brings out the best in educators.
#akedchat
In reply to @nick_schumacher, @nick_schumacher
Tch2LrnAK
Apr 17 @ 11:52 PM EDT
#ASTE17
was something, wasn't it
@becky_moren
?!
@alicekeeler
&
@gcouros
make it my FAVORITE
#aste
ever over last 15 yrs.
#akedchat
#edcha
becky_moren
Apr 17 @ 11:50 PM EDT
Attended my 1st
#aste
17. still reeling from the inspiration! And can't wait to check out these other resources. I luv Twitter!
#akedchat
In reply to @Tch2LrnAK, @Twitter, @nacol
spiraledu
Apr 17 @ 11:53 PM EDT
#Akedchat
Love this because they find new ones I wouldn't normally use. Gives them good practice on what's a good learning app & what isn't
spiraledu
Apr 17 @ 11:42 PM EDT
Tip 1: I encourage mine to go on App Store & we try out new apps to see if we should get them for whole class to learn with
#akedchat
In reply to @saminjuneau
WalterMuelling
Apr 17 @ 11:53 PM EDT
A8 An open mind goes a long way, and try to answer questions with yes more than no.
#akedchat
Tch2LrnAK
Apr 17 @ 11:53 PM EDT
@rownbey
So glad you discovered
@Twitter
! I learn from you every single day!
#twitterpln
#akedchat
#alicekeelerfanclub
rownbey
Apr 17 @ 11:50 PM EDT
A7
@twitter
is my biggest one that helps me think of creative ways to use
#edtech
and like minded
#innovative
Ts
#akedchat
rownbey
Apr 17 @ 11:53 PM EDT
A8 Find Ts and
#tweeps
doing it well and better than you! I blog 2 and share it w/my admin in hopes it will catch fire
#akedchat
becky_moren
Apr 17 @ 11:54 PM EDT
Yes
@WalterMuelling
ditto that!
#akedchat
In reply to @WalterMuelling, @WalterMuelling
spiraledu
Apr 17 @ 11:54 PM EDT
@donorschoose
has been amazing for me this year. Funded
@WonderWorkshop
robots and
@bloxelsbuilder
for hands-on coding
#akedchat
In reply to @saminjuneau, @DonorsChoose, @WonderWorkshop, @bloxelsbuilder
nick_schumacher
Apr 17 @ 11:54 PM EDT
A8 Set a goal or objective. Work towards that end. Ignore the naysayers, maintain focus, take small steps and keep moving forward
#akedchat
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:51 PM EDT
#akedchat
#lastquestion
rownbey
Apr 17 @ 11:55 PM EDT
Recent blog "What Are You Giving Your Students They Can't Get For Themselves on
@YouTube
"
https://t.co/h7PSpj3oZW
#akedchat
#reflectgrowth
Tch2LrnAK
Apr 17 @ 11:55 PM EDT
A8: Press on! Find ways to provide devices; support innovative Ts; encourage curiosity & deep learning for every S, every day.
#akedchat
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:51 PM EDT
#akedchat
#lastquestion
rownbey
Apr 17 @ 11:56 PM EDT
Thanks! and I'm so glad I found
@twitter
too!! My mind is going a million mph w/all the great stuff on here!!
#akedchat
In reply to @Tch2LrnAK, @Twitter, @Twitter
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:56 PM EDT
A8 I think some of it is just mining the gems already in your sphere
#akedchat
nick_schumacher
Apr 17 @ 11:57 PM EDT
WOW! I have tried to make YES my default answer. What a positive difference in the climate of the school!
#akedchat
WalterMuelling
Apr 17 @ 11:53 PM EDT
A8 An open mind goes a long way, and try to answer questions with yes more than no.
#akedchat
spiraledu
Apr 17 @ 11:57 PM EDT
Did you see that video of the single mom who built a house via
@YouTube
videos? So inspiring!
#akedchat
#immooc
In reply to @rownbey, @YouTube, @YouTube
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:57 PM EDT
A8 And asking the questions - how can we do this in a way that includes more Ss? More Ts? More families?
#akedchat
saminjuneau
Apr 17 @ 11:58 PM EDT
You gota share that one!
#akedchat
In reply to @spiraledu, @rownbey, @YouTube
spiraledu
Apr 17 @ 11:59 PM EDT
Thank you
@saminjuneau
Join us next week on 4/24 for
#Akedchat
when we chat about "Culture of Accountability"