#mdeschat Archive
A weekly chat focusing primarily on educational issues relevant to Elementary School educators based in Maryland.
Thursday November 3, 2016
8:00 PM EDT
evyabel
Nov 3 @ 8:00 PM EDT
Welcome to
#MDESchat
! I'm Evylyn, AP at PEW Spanish Immersion, my favorite tool is Google Maps, love to visit places ;)
missreed
- Moderator
Nov 3 @ 8:01 PM EDT
Yes! So excited for this topic tonight!
#MDESchat
Starts NOW!!
evyabel
Nov 3 @ 7:58 PM EDT
Good evening, Tonight we will share some Google tools that can be used to enhance the learning process and teacher performance
#MDESchat
jazzmeister2013
Nov 3 @ 8:02 PM EDT
Hi
#mdeschat
leaders! Greg- K,
#TeamFelegy
. Favorite tool is probably Google Maps. Use it often, and love to travel.
principal64
- Moderator
Nov 3 @ 8:02 PM EDT
Chris, elementary principal, have used Google calendar and docs a bit
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DeniseFaidley
Nov 3 @ 8:04 PM EDT
Hi! I'm Denise. I'm the AP at Glendale elm and enjoy Google images. I love adding relevant visuals to PD.
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AssignmentHelpN
Nov 3 @ 8:05 PM EDT
5 Major EdTech Highlights From Apple Keynote 2016
https://t.co/ebnuncuH7N
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#MEMSPAchat
#mschat
#TNedchat
#IRAchat
missreed
- Moderator
Nov 3 @ 8:05 PM EDT
I love how google products can be integrated to increase productivity! Can't pick one!! Adds-ons make
#Google
even more exciting!
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TechTia
Nov 3 @ 8:05 PM EDT
RT missreed: Yes! So excited for this topic tonight!
#MDESchat
Starts NOW!!
https://t.co/aFfqToH2lz
evyabel
Nov 3 @ 7:58 PM EDT
Good evening, Tonight we will share some Google tools that can be used to enhance the learning process and teacher performance
#MDESchat
evyabel
Nov 3 @ 8:06 PM EDT
Google shares tools that helps all users to access and share.
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hmccrayjr
Nov 3 @ 8:06 PM EDT
Greetings, high school resident principal, DuVal High and I enjoy using Google Forms
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jazzmeister2013
Nov 3 @ 8:06 PM EDT
Hey Rian! Yes, the Google suite is tremendous in terms of utility and productivity.
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In reply to @missreed
jazzmeister2013
Nov 3 @ 8:07 PM EDT
Hey Chris! Both Calendar and Docs are so helpful.
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In reply to @principal64
jazzmeister2013
Nov 3 @ 8:07 PM EDT
Hey Harold! Welcome to
#mdeschat
this evening!
In reply to @hmccrayjr
WalterReap
- Moderator
Nov 3 @ 8:09 PM EDT
Walt, Principal at
@cristoreybalt
. Glad to be here tonight.
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In reply to @cristoreybalt
learnwholeheart
Nov 3 @ 8:09 PM EDT
A2 I did not know about this!!!! Def going to show some of my kids how to use this!!!
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missreed
- Moderator
Nov 3 @ 8:10 PM EDT
A2: Start from the beginning, It could be used for brainstorming, which might require fast passed sharing of ideas.
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evyabel
Nov 3 @ 8:06 PM EDT
Google shares tools that helps all users to access and share.
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learnwholeheart
Nov 3 @ 8:10 PM EDT
A1 I'm Bonita, 4th grade teacher from
@TylerHeights
My favorite google tool is google classroom!!! I am LOVING it!
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In reply to @TylerHeights
WalterReap
- Moderator
Nov 3 @ 8:11 PM EDT
A1: My favorite Google Tool is the Google Drive.
#TechToolBelt
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hmccrayjr
Nov 3 @ 8:11 PM EDT
A2 I had no idea. Looking forward to see how this works. I will share with my teachers!
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jazzmeister2013
Nov 3 @ 8:11 PM EDT
Hey Walt! Google Drive is a great resource. Access to information from anywhere. Convenient and reliable.
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In reply to @WalterReap
learnwholeheart
Nov 3 @ 8:12 PM EDT
A2 I would use "voice typing" for those students that struggle to complete assignments in a timely manner
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Speak4Power
- Moderator
Nov 3 @ 8:12 PM EDT
Hello scholars! Janice
#SLP
I think it is a perfect tool to develop dictation skills & expanding thoughts
#pgcpsStrong
#pewDiamond
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WalterReap
- Moderator
Nov 3 @ 8:12 PM EDT
A2: I had no idea about the Google voice tool. Thinking about how I might use it as part of the writing process.
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jazzmeister2013
Nov 3 @ 8:13 PM EDT
A2- Was unaware of this, but could see using this option w/ my K Ss when they orally present information.
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(1/2)
missreed
- Moderator
Nov 3 @ 8:13 PM EDT
I love
@flubaroo
and Copy Folder!
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In reply to @flubaroo
evyabel
Nov 3 @ 8:07 PM EDT
which is you favorite add-on?
In reply to @missreed
evyabel
Nov 3 @ 8:13 PM EDT
Q3. You have to download this app, you choose the language and it translates on the fly...and free :)
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WalterReap
- Moderator
Nov 3 @ 8:13 PM EDT
Hey Greg, how's kindergarten this year?
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In reply to @jazzmeister2013
DeniseFaidley
Nov 3 @ 8:13 PM EDT
A2 Google voice is a great scaffold for students to produce written responses. Promotes independence & empowers striving wrtrs
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learnwholeheart
Nov 3 @ 8:14 PM EDT
A2: specifically when students have to read an article AND respond within specific time period I'm thinking guided reading
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jazzmeister2013
Nov 3 @ 8:14 PM EDT
A2- Ss see their words in print. Delivers new relevance and meaning to their ideas.
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WalterReap
- Moderator
Nov 3 @ 8:14 PM EDT
Hey Bonita!
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In reply to @learnwholeheart, @TylerHeights
jazzmeister2013
Nov 3 @ 8:15 PM EDT
Going well, thanks. 22 terrific kindergarten students. They are "problem solvers".
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In reply to @WalterReap
learnwholeheart
Nov 3 @ 8:15 PM EDT
Good to "see" you WalterReap ! I enjoy seeing all the exciting things you have happening this year!
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massignmenthelp
Nov 3 @ 8:15 PM EDT
Internet of things
https://t.co/Ad7HFWOiHD
#mdeschat
#MEMSPAchat
#mschat
#TNedchat
#yalove
#IRAchat
#EduReal
TechTia
Nov 3 @ 8:15 PM EDT
t3pgcps: RT evyabel: Come and have some fun exploring Google Tricks!
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The only thing you need is Google! …
https://t.co/JjyHdNdXDE
WalterReap
- Moderator
Nov 3 @ 8:16 PM EDT
A3: Thinking about our sophomores, who are taking not native Spanish speakers when they are on
@duolingo
and the use of this tool!
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In reply to @duolingo
Speak4Power
- Moderator
Nov 3 @ 8:16 PM EDT
Q3 I have been using Google trans to help me pronounce Spanish bilingual books as I try to honor both languages of instruction
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missreed
- Moderator
Nov 3 @ 8:16 PM EDT
I love the consistant innovation that Google brings to the classroom!
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In reply to @evyabel, @flubaroo
WalterReap
- Moderator
Nov 3 @ 8:16 PM EDT
Been a HUGE learning curve, but I am surrounded by a TEAM of talent.
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In reply to @learnwholeheart
learnwholeheart
Nov 3 @ 8:17 PM EDT
Yes!! I have a specific S in mind- she does not enjoy writing at all- this could be very motivating
@DeniseFaidley
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In reply to @DeniseFaidley
DeniseFaidley
Nov 3 @ 8:18 PM EDT
A3 This is awesome and timely. Good tool to communicate with ELL families, especially languages normally not easily translated
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learnwholeheart
Nov 3 @ 8:20 PM EDT
A3 yes- I know about it, and I have it installed, but I need to use it more!
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evyabel
Nov 3 @ 8:20 PM EDT
Q4. Life is super busy and sometimes we need some help; some tricks on Google Calendar
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WalterReap
- Moderator
Nov 3 @ 8:21 PM EDT
I have to look into this!Thanks!
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In reply to @evyabel, @duolingo
EduGladiators
Nov 3 @ 8:22 PM EDT
NEW SERIES starts Sat "Encouraging Curiosity" w/
@maverikcrq
Asking Good Questions!
#EduGladiators
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#G2Gchat
#atplc
#Leadupteach
missreed
- Moderator
Nov 3 @ 8:22 PM EDT
A4: You can use it to check out items and reserve rooms in your building.
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evyabel
Nov 3 @ 8:20 PM EDT
Q4. Life is super busy and sometimes we need some help; some tricks on Google Calendar
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WalterReap
- Moderator
Nov 3 @ 8:23 PM EDT
Tough choice,I would have to say docs.
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In reply to @evyabel
learnwholeheart
Nov 3 @ 8:23 PM EDT
that is such a great idea!!!
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In reply to @missreed
Speak4Power
- Moderator
Nov 3 @ 8:24 PM EDT
A4 this is a plus and possibly overwhelming. You can have calendar send a text message to your phone when someone adds or changes.
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DeniseFaidley
Nov 3 @ 8:24 PM EDT
A4 Calendar functions are useful if you can send invites, use a scheduling assistant to see others' availability & set reminders
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missreed
- Moderator
Nov 3 @ 8:25 PM EDT
Name the calendar that item or room number. Assign a person to monitor the calendar or make it open. I'll share a video to see it.
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WalterReap
- Moderator
Nov 3 @ 8:26 PM EDT
A4: All of those calendar ideas makes me feel like I need a
#gafesummit
for rooks!
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evyabel
Nov 3 @ 8:27 PM EDT
Tonight
#MDESchat
shares Google Tricks, there is more to explore; stay tuned and please feel free to share... we never know it all! :)
evyabel
Nov 3 @ 8:28 PM EDT
How do you use Google Drawings?
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WalterReap
- Moderator
Nov 3 @ 8:30 PM EDT
Yes, but I am not there yet. That idea goes into my "notes for next year file".
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In reply to @evyabel
missreed
- Moderator
Nov 3 @ 8:30 PM EDT
Video for Room Reservations:
https://t.co/BXIf554llz
Don't believe PG has room feature but we can make it work still w/o +
#Watch
#mdeschat
learnwholeheart
Nov 3 @ 8:30 PM EDT
A4: I have students work on research project pres & electronic interactive notebooks on google slides.Sharing docs on drive=colab
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missreed
- Moderator
Nov 3 @ 8:33 PM EDT
A5: Love the suggestion feature that goes along w
@googledocs
that is great for discussion before making a revision as a team
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In reply to @googledocs
DeniseFaidley
Nov 3 @ 8:34 PM EDT
A5 Collaboration occurs with Google docs...walk thru tools jointly created & shared
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WalterReap
- Moderator
Nov 3 @ 8:34 PM EDT
Yes, I was in a classroom where Honors English students were giving feedback to one another using docs.
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In reply to @evyabel
WalterReap
- Moderator
Nov 3 @ 8:38 PM EDT
A5: A high school biology teacher used docs for Ss to self assess whether they accomplished the day's objectives.
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evyabel
Nov 3 @ 8:38 PM EDT
#mdeschat
now is time to collect!
missreed
- Moderator
Nov 3 @ 8:39 PM EDT
Here are 6 features for writing with collaboration!
https://t.co/7wbJMsN1zk
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learnwholeheart
Nov 3 @ 8:40 PM EDT
A6: I use google forms 4 my "bathroom sign out" 😂 But I definitely want 2 use it more 4 quizzes- I use google classroom at the mo
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missreed
- Moderator
Nov 3 @ 8:40 PM EDT
A6: I love the quick conversion from numbers to graphs! It helps pinpoint glows and grows quickl!
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evyabel
Nov 3 @ 8:38 PM EDT
#mdeschat
now is time to collect!
evyabel
Nov 3 @ 8:41 PM EDT
You can't miss this opportunity
#MDESchat
Learning is not over!
TechTia
Nov 3 @ 8:40 PM EDT
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missreed
- Moderator
Nov 3 @ 8:41 PM EDT
A6: I created a questioner on teachers use of Cornell Notes in instruction and the results were powerful and quickly interperted!
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WalterReap
- Moderator
Nov 3 @ 8:43 PM EDT
A6: Thinking of how I can use the new forms when meeting w/ student groups i.e. class officers or Ss wanting to give feedback.
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DeniseFaidley
Nov 3 @ 8:43 PM EDT
A6 Accessing pre-made Google forms would be a great time saver used for formative assessment or an engaging use of tech in class.
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missreed
- Moderator
Nov 3 @ 8:44 PM EDT
Truly! Anything to save time to make a stronger applicable impact for our growth!
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In reply to @evyabel
evyabel
Nov 3 @ 8:48 PM EDT
Comercial: WAIT! I forgot to share about Google Photos... you have to learn about this; is the best!
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WalterReap
- Moderator
Nov 3 @ 8:49 PM EDT
Evelyn, sounds like a tutorial is coming my way soon. I have a group wanting a debate club!
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In reply to @evyabel
evyabel
Nov 3 @ 8:50 PM EDT
#MDESchat
now is time to get serious; time to research!
missreed
- Moderator
Nov 3 @ 8:51 PM EDT
Immediate Feedback for students! Google Forms! :)
https://t.co/Y3FZqa5dAN
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WalterReap
- Moderator
Nov 3 @ 8:53 PM EDT
Evylyn, noticed I mistyped your name, sorry. Can you pre-program names when using Google voice?
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In reply to @evyabel
evyabel
Nov 3 @ 8:56 PM EDT
We are a learning community and we love learning, let's continue sharing and growing!
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@pgcps
In reply to @pgcps
WalterReap
- Moderator
Nov 3 @ 8:57 PM EDT
Oh my gosh, you will love
@cristoreybalt
. Students love sharing their stories with visitors!
#MDESchat
In reply to @evyabel, @cristoreybalt
missreed
- Moderator
Nov 3 @ 8:58 PM EDT
I tend to use
@CiteThisForMe
for my papers even though I know about
@googledocs
research feature. I'll explore the pros and cons.
#MDESchat
evyabel
Nov 3 @ 8:55 PM EDT
and it works great even with scholar papers ;)
In reply to @missreed
