#ALTIC Archive

The official chat of the Alabama Technology Integration Coach Certification program, a project of the Alabama Leaders in Educational Technology.
Monday October 9, 2017
9:00 PM EDT
  • Go_ALET Oct 9 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    Welcome to the 1st ALPHA cohort chat for @Go_ALET #altic program. Introduce yourself.
  • jmarkcoleman - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    Mark Coleman, District Technology Instructor, Montgomery Public Schools. Happy Monday everyone! #ALTIC
  • WendyHenderson0 Oct 9 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    Wendy Henderson, ITF, Limestone County Schools #altic
  • mumms - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    Glad to see you here! @mrsnettles4th #altic
  • carpese Oct 9 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    Excited to get started! #ALTIC
  • BryanPhillips Oct 9 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    Lurking. Watching the #ALTIC chat.
    In reply to @Go_ALET
  • kristigreeson Oct 9 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    Hi everyone! Kristi Greeson, ITF Hartselle High School- Happy FALL BREAK! #ALTIC
  • bctechteacher Oct 9 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Jeremy King Baldwin County Public Schools. Ed Tech Support Cord. ALTC instructor. #ALTIC
  • camruns - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Cameron McKinley Technology Integration Coach Hoover City #ALTIC
  • amandacdykes Oct 9 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Hey everyone! Amanda, Instructional Tech Coach, Jefcoed. Hope y'all are having a better Monday than my weird one! #altic
  • drjray - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Excited to see everyone tonight! Jennifer Alexiou-Ray professor of instructional tech @Montevallo #ALTIC Moderator
  • kelli_lane - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Welcome @kristigreeson. Doing anything fun for fall break? #altic
    In reply to @kristigreeson, @kristigreeson
  • BrookeKHudson Oct 9 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Brooke Hudson, Media Specialist/Tech Coach, Morgan County. #ALTIC
  • 3littlenutters Oct 9 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Hi all!! Tech Coach for K-5 in Hoover city schools #ALTIC
    In reply to @Go_ALET
  • BethJParker Oct 9 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Looking forward to tonight's Chat! Beth Parker Technology Integration Support Cullman County #altic
  • kelli_lane - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Glad to have you here, @WendyHenderson0 #altic
    In reply to @WendyHenderson0, @WendyHenderson0
  • theabeea Oct 9 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Thea Patrick, Tech Coord, Mtn Brook Elementary. Glad to be here tonight. #altic
  • Kim_Lindsey00 Oct 9 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Kim Lindsey, Cullman County Schools, Secondary Instructional Coach. Excited to get started!#ALTIC
  • vrcurtis Oct 9 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Valerie Curtis, Pell City High School Tech Coach #ALTIC
  • hulonsi Oct 9 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Hi I’m Stephanie Hulon, Curriculum Leader Baldwin County Public Schools. Glad to be here! #ALTIC
  • drjray - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Great to see you @amandacdykes #ALTIC
    In reply to @amandacdykes, @amandacdykes
  • mumms - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Sharon Mumm Tech Coord from @BrookwoodForest #altic
  • kelli_lane - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Hey @BethJParker. Are you keeping @ITDC_BGuthrie in line? #altic
    In reply to @BethJParker, @BethJParker, @ITDC_BGuthrie
  • drjray - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Welcome @BethJParker #ALTIC
    In reply to @BethJParker, @BethJParker
  • drjray - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Hey! @3littlenutters #ALTIC
    In reply to @3littlenutters, @Go_ALET, @3littlenutters
  • kristigreeson Oct 9 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Making sure the couch doesnt run away! #ALTIC
    In reply to @kelli_lane
  • sbrosetta Oct 9 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Stephanie Rosetta, Trussville City Schools District Tech Specialist #ALTIC
  • msangiec11 Oct 9 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Angela Clark Shelby County Technology Program Specialist #ALTIC
  • kelli_lane - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Kelli Lane, Tech Int Coordinator, Hoover City and VP PD of @Go_ALET. Excited to see the ALPHA cohort tonight #altic
  • carpese Oct 9 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Sara Carpenter, Tech Coach, Hoover, AL #ALTIC
  • vrcurtis Oct 9 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Hey Angela! #altic
    In reply to @msangiec11
  • drjray - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Hi @msangiec11! Great to see you #ALTiC
    In reply to @msangiec11, @msangiec11
  • drjray - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Hi Sara! Great to see you #ALTIC
    In reply to @carpese
  • kelli_lane - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Hey @msangiec11. Welcome to the chat! #altic
    In reply to @msangiec11, @msangiec11
  • JHTechCoach Oct 9 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    #ALTIC Hi. Jan Hosey, Tech coach from Huntsville City Schools.
  • BamaTNT Oct 9 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Just snooping and watching. #altic
  • mumms - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Hope everyone survived #Nate ok! #altic
  • drjray - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Love that! Ha! @kristigreeson #ALTIC
  • kelli_lane - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    I heard some exciting news for Paine Ele @sbrosetta #altic
    In reply to @sbrosetta, @sbrosetta
  • bctechteacher Oct 9 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    #nate wasn't much I slept through it. #ALTIC
  • JackieDJenn Oct 9 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Greetings! Jackie Jennings, Instructional Technology Coach at Fort Payne City Schools #altic
  • drjray - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Great to have you @BamaTNT snoop away! #ALTIC
    In reply to @BamaTNT, @BamaTNT
  • casiebarksdale Oct 9 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Casie Barksdale, ITF, Limestone County Schools . #altic
  • mumms - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Do tell! #altic
    In reply to @kelli_lane, @sbrosetta
  • vsullivan Oct 9 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Vickey Sullivan, Technology Specialist, Madison County Schools #ALTIC
  • kelli_lane - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Jump in @BamaTNT . #altic
    In reply to @BamaTNT, @BamaTNT
  • sbrosetta Oct 9 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    I haven't heard anything yet...lol! Enjoying day off #ALTIC
    In reply to @kelli_lane
  • jmarkcoleman - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    @bctechteacher I almost slept through our 45 minutes without power during #nate #ALTIC
  • mrsnettles4th Oct 9 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    Good evening! Curriculum Leader for @BCBESchools. Excited to learn! #altic
  • drjray - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    Hi @JHTechCoach Great to see you tonight! #ALTIC
    In reply to @JHTechCoach, @JHTechCoach
  • kelli_lane - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    PTO fundraiser = more Chromebooks and learning for PE. #altic.
    In reply to @mumms, @sbrosetta
  • vrcurtis Oct 9 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    Hey Vickey! Glad to see you! Excited to learn with you tonight! #ALTIC
    In reply to @vsullivan
  • PattiHenderson2 Oct 9 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    Q1: TIC goals: assist teachers to integrate tech, provide help & support as confidence builds & insecurities are overcome #ALTIC
  • sbrosetta Oct 9 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    Need more of me! But that def will be awesome. I know they want more and more! #ALTIC
    In reply to @kelli_lane, @mumms
  • Go_ALET Oct 9 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    Q1: What do you hope to accomplish as an instructional coach? #ALTIC
  • BethJParker Oct 9 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    Empowered Teachers and Students District Wide #ALTIC
  • BrookeKHudson Oct 9 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    A1: My goal is to empower teachers and ultimately impact student learning. #ALTIC
  • Ceramies Oct 9 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Sabrina Frost, Instructional Partner in a 1:1 district. Athens, AL #altic
  • jmarkcoleman - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    A1 Help teachers implement tools and strategies to leverage technology to improve teaching and learning in their classrooms. #ALTIC
  • camruns - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    A1: Partner with teachers to help them meet goals, engage students, and transform education. #ALTIC
  • theabeea Oct 9 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    A1: Help teachers integrate tech, increase student engagement and knowledge. Build empathy at all levels. #altic
  • sbrosetta Oct 9 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    A1: for teachers to have deeper learning that will in turn impact their classroom #ALTIC
  • WendyHenderson0 Oct 9 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    A1: I hope to establish great working relationships with teachers that foster dialogue which transforms student learning #altic
  • mrsnettles4th Oct 9 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    A:1 Hoping to take the dialogical approach to coaching to improve student outcomes. #altic
  • carpese Oct 9 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    A1: As a IC I hope to empower Ts to learn and to change beyond what they thought was possible alone. #ALTIC
  • hulonsi Oct 9 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A1-to be a partner with my teachers with the goal of supporting student learning #ALTIC
  • vrcurtis Oct 9 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A1: Dialogical coaching, deep learning, & authentic relationships with teachers! #ALTIC
    In reply to @Go_ALET
  • Kim_Lindsey00 Oct 9 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    Inspire teachers to use tools and strategies for differentiated instruction for today's engaged learners. #ALTIC
  • kelli_lane - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    What would an empowered teacher's classroom look like when you visit? #altic
    In reply to @BrookeKHudson
  • kristigreeson Oct 9 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A1 help teachers to try new things, be a partner and resource for them, which in the end will increase student learning #ALTIC
  • JackieDJenn Oct 9 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A1: Transformed classrooms with T's secure in their technology integration resulting in S's success #altic
  • kelli_lane - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    Welcome @Ceramies . Thanks for joining the #altic chat
    In reply to @Ceramies, @Ceramies
  • kelli_lane - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    How do you work to build empathy with your teachers? #altic
    In reply to @theabeea
  • 3littlenutters Oct 9 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A1: help T's set goals & provide support until those goals are met. @Go_ALET #ALTIC
  • Ceramies Oct 9 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A1: To serve teachers, offer new tech ideas, be supportive, model, and to always make a difference. #altic
    • Go_ALET Oct 9 @ 9:09 PM EDT
      Q1: What do you hope to accomplish as an instructional coach? #ALTIC
  • JHTechCoach Oct 9 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    I want to see real instructional change - teachers integrating tech in ways that engage and challenge students. #ALTIC
  • mumms - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    Did you like what @jimknight99 said about deep learning? #altic
    In reply to @sbrosetta, @jimknight99
  • drjray - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    That deep learning is what it's really all about! #ALTIC
    In reply to @JHTechCoach
  • BrookeKHudson Oct 9 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    No fear as they integrate tools and have the strategies needed to be successful for deep learning to take place in their students. #ALTIC
    In reply to @kelli_lane
  • theabeea Oct 9 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    Modeling, providing out-of-comfort zone experiences that have scaffolded support. #altic
  • mumms - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    Great goal! #altic
    In reply to @BethJParker
  • sbrosetta Oct 9 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    Yes! It goes right along with what our district team is studying too. #ALTIC
    In reply to @mumms, @jimknight99
  • Kim_Lindsey00 Oct 9 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    Empowered teachers foster empowered learners. #ALTIC
  • drjray - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    what is your district team studying? #ALTIC
    In reply to @sbrosetta, @mumms, @jimknight99
  • kelli_lane - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    #altic
    • amandacdykes Oct 9 @ 9:10 PM EDT
      A1: To assist teachers in tech integration. To form more relationships with teachers. Be more present in schools. In end - Student Learning
      In reply to @Go_ALET
  • mumms - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    love that - they need to believe to infinity and beyond - #altic
    In reply to @carpese
  • kelli_lane - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    What would an empowered teacher's classroom look like in your district? What would you see/hear? #altic
    In reply to @Kim_Lindsey00
  • msangiec11 Oct 9 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A1: My goal is to be more intentional in every interaction with teachers and help them improve their practice #ALTIC
  • casiebarksdale Oct 9 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A1: Work on relationships, foster an engaged environment, model and support teachers to be innovative WHILE incorporating tech #altic
  • bctechteacher Oct 9 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    How might you classify or describe the instructional change you want? #ALTIC
    In reply to @JHTechCoach
  • vsullivan Oct 9 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    I think that building relationships is so important--trust! #ALTIC
    In reply to @amandacdykes, @Go_ALET
  • Kim_Lindsey00 Oct 9 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    @kelli_lane. Student choice in learning, teacher facilitator, learning within & outside of the 4 walls of the classroom. #ALTIC
  • mumms - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    I'm glad you mentioned relationships - it's a constant goal of mine! #altic
    In reply to @casiebarksdale
  • Go_ALET Oct 9 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    Q2: In your opinion what is the hardest part of being an Instructional Coach as defined on page 2? #ALTIC
  • bctechteacher Oct 9 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    How might you be more intentional and do you think you can help make change by modeling intentional interactions? #ALTIC
    In reply to @msangiec11
  • carpese Oct 9 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A2 The hardest part of being an IC is tuning out the day-to-day grind to focus on the big picture. #ALTIC
  • vsullivan Oct 9 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    I love that "scaffolding" commitment! So important. #ALTIC
    In reply to @theabeea
  • camruns - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A2: Teachers having time to reflect, have dialogue and set goals #ALTIC
  • jmarkcoleman - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A2 Establishing a collaborative relationship with teachers, one that lets them feel like we are working together #ALTIC
  • WendyHenderson0 Oct 9 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    I believe the hardest part is the initial establishment of an equal relationship and not one viewed as master-apprentice. #altic
  • sbrosetta Oct 9 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    A2: Getting the Ts to partner and dedicate time needed for collaboration #ALTIC
  • amandacdykes Oct 9 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    Definitely "provide support until goals are met." So often it is hard for me to get into the schools, coming back is another hurdle #altic
    In reply to @Go_ALET
  • Kim_Lindsey00 Oct 9 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    A2 Finding the time to commit to supporting every teacher until goals are met. #ALTIC
  • jmarkcoleman - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    @carpese So many things to do in the day that don't affect teaching and learning. We are pulled away from what we actually do #ALTIC
  • BrookeKHudson Oct 9 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    A2: Time to see the goals through to the end. In my own experience, I don't always make it back to that. #ALTIC
  • JackieDJenn Oct 9 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    A@: Monitoring progress is difficult due to time and numbers of T's needing support daily. #ALTIC
  • drjray - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    That is touch @carpese The bigger picture is hard sometimes. #ALTIC
    • carpese Oct 9 @ 9:18 PM EDT
      A2 The hardest part of being an IC is tuning out the day-to-day grind to focus on the big picture. #ALTIC
  • Kim_Lindsey00 Oct 9 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    @amandacdykes I totally agree. Time. #ALTIC
  • bctechteacher Oct 9 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    What might be the first step for someone wanting to make the first move into establishing and equal relationship? #ALTIC
    In reply to @WendyHenderson0
  • theabeea Oct 9 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    A2: Measuring goal progress. Easy to measure immediate impact but I'm interested in long-term change. #altic
  • vsullivan Oct 9 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    I agree--building relationships is so important--trust! #ALTIC
    In reply to @vrcurtis, @Go_ALET
  • mumms - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    A2: creating the time and urgency with admins and teachers - getting invited in! #altic
    In reply to @Go_ALET
  • 3littlenutters Oct 9 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    A2: suggesting teaching strategies that best fit that T. Being a listener @Go_ALET #ALTIC
  • amandacdykes Oct 9 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    I feel like a lot of admins think, ok she came, check it off. While I am trying to follow up w/teachers and begging to come back #altic
    In reply to @Go_ALET
  • JHTechCoach Oct 9 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    A2. In my experience the hardest thing is finding the time to build coaching relationships w/ Ts. #ALTIC
  • PattiHenderson2 Oct 9 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    Q2: Analyzing the current reality, is the most difficult part of instructional coaching as it can be awkward & sometimes painful. #ALTIC
    In reply to @Go_ALET
  • drjray - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    It's hard for all, especially with all of the other facets of the job #ALTIC
    • amandacdykes Oct 9 @ 9:19 PM EDT
      Definitely "provide support until goals are met." So often it is hard for me to get into the schools, coming back is another hurdle #altic
      In reply to @Go_ALET
  • Ceramies Oct 9 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    A2: Getting teachers to value the extra time needed to plan and collaborate together. #ALTIC
    • Go_ALET Oct 9 @ 9:18 PM EDT
      Q2: In your opinion what is the hardest part of being an Instructional Coach as defined on page 2? #ALTIC
  • bctechteacher Oct 9 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    Why do you think that is? #ALTIC
    In reply to @JHTechCoach
  • camruns - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    Definitely a hurdle to overcome #altic
    In reply to @jmarkcoleman, @carpese
  • carpese Oct 9 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    SO TRUE!!!! RT @theabeea: A2: Measuring goal progress. Easy to measure immediate impact but I'm interested in long-term change. #altic
  • vsullivan Oct 9 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    Building those relationships is so important--trust! #ALTIC
    In reply to @WendyHenderson0
  • WendyHenderson0 Oct 9 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    I like the ideas mentioned by Jim Knight about videoing the lesson as a way into the Impact Cycle #altic
    In reply to @bctechteacher
  • theabeea Oct 9 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    Big picture is easy to lose focus on #ALTIC
    In reply to @carpese
  • jmarkcoleman - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    @theabeea Many times crafting those long term goals is the hard part. Short term is easy but where do we want these Ts and Ss to go? #ALTIC
  • amandacdykes Oct 9 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    by the time i make it to all the schools, they forget why I was there the first time. #altic
    In reply to @drjray
  • mrsnettles4th Oct 9 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A:2 I think the hardest part is enrolling teachers in a school that doesn't already have that kind of culture. Looking forward to digging into the IC's Toolkit. #altic
  • mumms - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    you are so right Wendy - I think that is harder in Ed Tech coaching than in other Instructional coaching fields #altic
    In reply to @WendyHenderson0
  • vrcurtis Oct 9 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A2: The hardest part for me is balancing the fix-it jobs and coaching.. carefully prioritizing and taking time for reflection. #altic
  • BethJParker Oct 9 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A2: It's like helping a soldier in the middle of D-Day become a better soldier. #ALTIC
  • kristigreeson Oct 9 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A2 Having the time to follow up on the goals set... how are things progressing over time? #ALTIC
  • drjray - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    I bet, especially with as many schools as you have #ALTIC
    In reply to @amandacdykes
  • theabeea Oct 9 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    Building the importance of common planning is huge! #ALTIC
    In reply to @Ceramies
  • WendyHenderson0 Oct 9 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    Yes they are! The beauty of those relationships is that once you gain the trust, it is solid and impactful! #altic
    In reply to @vsullivan
  • amandacdykes Oct 9 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    That is a huge problem I think we all find. #altic
    In reply to @vrcurtis
  • jmarkcoleman - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    @amandacdykes "what did we talk about last time?" #bigsystemproblems #ALTIC
  • BrookeKHudson Oct 9 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    It's definitely a culture change for Ts (and coaches) to feel comfortable with the process. #ALTIC
    In reply to @mrsnettles4th
  • camruns - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    @BethJParker What a perfect description! #ALTIC
    • BethJParker Oct 9 @ 9:22 PM EDT
      A2: It's like helping a soldier in the middle of D-Day become a better soldier. #ALTIC
  • kelli_lane - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    Agree. Moving from tasks to innovation a constant struggle for a coach. @carpese says the tasks get her foot in the door to innovate. #altic
    In reply to @vrcurtis, @carpese
  • drjray - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    Developing the coaching culture can be a difficult hurdle to jump! #ALTIC
    • mrsnettles4th Oct 9 @ 9:22 PM EDT
      A:2 I think the hardest part is enrolling teachers in a school that doesn't already have that kind of culture. Looking forward to digging into the IC's Toolkit. #altic
  • msangiec11 Oct 9 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A2: Allotting the appropriate amount of time to have meaningful conversations and securing the commitment of teachers #ALTIC
  • kelli_lane - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    Stealing this one. #altic
    In reply to @BethJParker
  • bctechteacher Oct 9 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    So are we just light coaching so much because we don't have time. what if we chunked teachers and worked on a group at a time? #ALTIC
  • drjray - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    This was always hardest for me too, @vrcurtis when you are responsible for both and know Ts need both #ALTiC
    • vrcurtis Oct 9 @ 9:22 PM EDT
      A2: The hardest part for me is balancing the fix-it jobs and coaching.. carefully prioritizing and taking time for reflection. #altic
  • kelli_lane - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    This will be an excellent framework for your work. #altic
    In reply to @mrsnettles4th
  • amandacdykes Oct 9 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    Yeah I feel like I get those follow ups and support at some schools while others I don't push because I don't have time get there. #altic
    In reply to @drjray
  • BamaTNT Oct 9 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    Perfect example #ALTiC
    • BethJParker Oct 9 @ 9:22 PM EDT
      A2: It's like helping a soldier in the middle of D-Day become a better soldier. #ALTIC
  • theabeea Oct 9 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    I want Ts and Ss to have skills needed to not need me anymore. Be future ready. #ALTIC
    In reply to @jmarkcoleman
  • vrcurtis Oct 9 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    I definitely see the benefit of being in their room- very nonthreatening & allows me 2 show that their problems are important to me. #ALTIC
    In reply to @kelli_lane, @carpese
  • Go_ALET Oct 9 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    Q3: Coaches guide their behavior by partnership principles-which principle resonates with you? Why? pg. 5 #ALTIC
  • JHTechCoach Oct 9 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    I liked Knight’s comment somewhere about part of our job being to prioritize the deep needs over the shallow ones. #ALTIC
  • WendyHenderson0 Oct 9 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    I feel like we are provided the time only to do light coaching, but we have to be creative in order to dig deep! #altic
    In reply to @bctechteacher
  • bctechteacher Oct 9 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    I think we are seeing more and more of that but it's just now starting to catch up #ALTIC
    In reply to @theabeea, @jmarkcoleman
  • amandacdykes Oct 9 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    That is a huge goal for me this year. I have a few schools and a few groups open to this and I'm running with it. #altic
    In reply to @bctechteacher
  • camruns - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A3: Equality, choice, and dialogue. Especially equality -both partners share as equals and coaches should listen with empathy. #ALTIC
  • vrcurtis Oct 9 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    That's my goal this year; to work with 3-5 deeply. #ALTIC
    In reply to @bctechteacher
  • drjray - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    Absolutely! #ALTIC
    • WendyHenderson0 Oct 9 @ 9:26 PM EDT
      I feel like we are provided the time only to do light coaching, but we have to be creative in order to dig deep! #altic
      In reply to @bctechteacher
  • WendyHenderson0 Oct 9 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A3: Dialogue resonates with me because I feel that is crucial to establishing the relationship needed for success. #altic
  • bctechteacher Oct 9 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    Maybe we only did deep with a few teachers each semester and try to light coach everyone else? Changing one can change many #ALTIC
    In reply to @WendyHenderson0
  • carpese Oct 9 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A3 dialogue is a focus for me. I loved ALET keynote “Are you listening to talk or listening to learn?” That hit home. #altic
  • jmarkcoleman - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    @amandacdykes I'm always asking if I am favoring a receptive school or shunning a difficult one. What is happening with those Ss? #ALTIC
  • mumms - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    It's definitely a benefit and a curse - some only see you as a break\fix person #altic
    In reply to @vrcurtis, @kelli_lane, @carpese
  • casiebarksdale Oct 9 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A2: Making sure that you take the time to follow the process. Keep relationships and conversations as a key part of coaching. #altic
  • BethJParker Oct 9 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A3: Reciprocity - Both learn from each other. #ALTIC
  • Kim_Lindsey00 Oct 9 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A3 Choice and dialogue resonate with me. Teachers need to feel ownership in the change. #ALTIC
  • 3littlenutters Oct 9 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A3:Equality once T's thinks at all u guys aren't a team and the coach thinks he/she knows it all the relationship is OVER! @Go_ALET #ALTIC
  • Ceramies Oct 9 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A3: Praxis always hits me hard. Because Ts can choose to try something new or they can choose not to. I struggle with accepting that. #altic
    • Go_ALET Oct 9 @ 9:26 PM EDT
      Q3: Coaches guide their behavior by partnership principles-which principle resonates with you? Why? pg. 5 #ALTIC
  • vsullivan Oct 9 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    Oh, wow! That's a great mind picture to describe our situations as Tech coaches. #ALTIC
    In reply to @BethJParker
  • drjray - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A3 Reflection...I live in this world all the time and it's one of my fav parts of the process bc I learn so much as well #ALTIC
  • JHTechCoach Oct 9 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    Like in my classroom, I try to focus on the informal leaders in a grade level and hope for the learning to spread. #ALTIC
  • sbrosetta Oct 9 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A3: All of them! But I think giving Ts choice is extremely important in helping build the relationship with them #ALTIC
  • BrookeKHudson Oct 9 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A3: Voice resonates because it shows that the teacher is a valuable part opening the door for dialogue and choice. #ALTIC
  • bctechteacher Oct 9 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A3 Learning is not studying or coping it's Reflection. That's the best skill you can teach a T. Reflect over what we did. #ALTIC
  • theabeea Oct 9 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A3: Equality. Building empathy goes both ways. Teacher-coach relationship can be a vulnerable process. #altic
  • amandacdykes Oct 9 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A3: I think "equality" bc I always start all meetings letting teachers know I'm one of them & asking what I can do to help & listen #altic
    In reply to @Go_ALET
  • jmarkcoleman - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    A3 Choice resonates with me. Teachers must have agency in their technology integration or it be ineffective #ALTIC
  • vrcurtis Oct 9 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    A3: Dialogue resonates most with me because it's critical to effective communication. Truly listening and respecting what Ts think. #altic
    • Go_ALET Oct 9 @ 9:26 PM EDT
      Q3: Coaches guide their behavior by partnership principles-which principle resonates with you? Why? pg. 5 #ALTIC
  • JackieDJenn Oct 9 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    A3:Praxis-b/c this principle acts with productivity and meaningfulness-true learning #ALTIC
  • PattiHenderson2 Oct 9 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    Q3: Dialogue is the principle that stands out for me.Dialogue is quality conversation and respectful listening by both parties .#ALTIC
    In reply to @Go_ALET
  • jmarkcoleman - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    A3 Choice resonates with me. Teachers must have agency in their technology integration or it will be ineffective #ALTIC
  • kelli_lane - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    A3: For me, voice resonated. Open and candid (even difficult) conversations show trust in the partnership. #altic
  • kristigreeson Oct 9 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    A3 Voice- Ts need to know that they are being heard... and that you are there for them. To me this job is ALL about relationships #ALTIC
  • bctechteacher Oct 9 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    I wonder if we truly dialogue sometimes or do T's just want to hear how to do it not talk through it. #ALTIC
    In reply to @vrcurtis
  • msangiec11 Oct 9 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    A3: Choice is huge bc Ts need to be invested in the cycle and have input #ALTIC
  • mumms - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    A3: Reciprocity - I loved "when one teachers, two learn." I always am learning when I work with a teacher #altic
  • mrsnettles4th Oct 9 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    A:3 Reciprocity resonates with me because of the approach I want to take with my teachers... as an elementary teacher working with secondary T's I want them to know that I'm learning right alongside them, and they have a lot to offer me as well. #altic
  • kelli_lane - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    I like @jimknight99 description of dialogue as "thinking partners" #altic
    In reply to @PattiHenderson2, @Go_ALET, @jimknight99
  • elisagharris Oct 9 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    A3:Choice resonates most.It is easy to tell Ts what to do but allowing them to choose empowers them and helps build confidence #ALTIC
    In reply to @Go_ALET
  • amandacdykes Oct 9 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    Yeah I go through a huge cycle of guilt with this. I get upset then angry then beat myself up. Makes me crazy to leave one out. #altic
    In reply to @jmarkcoleman
  • JHTechCoach Oct 9 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    A3. Reflection. It’s what really leads to learning for me, & it’s what I see least in teachers I coach b/c of time, again. #ALTIC
  • hulonsi Oct 9 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    A2: finding the time to dig deep #ALTIC
  • drjray - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    Loved this quote too, @mumms #ALTIC
    • mumms - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:31 PM EDT
      A3: Reciprocity - I loved "when one teachers, two learn." I always am learning when I work with a teacher #altic
  • vrcurtis Oct 9 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    You're right. I think though if we carefully and skillfully engage in inquiry, we can pull their thoughts out. #ALTIC
    In reply to @bctechteacher
  • hulonsi Oct 9 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    A3: reciprocity resonates with me. I want teachers to know I’m their partner and a support for them #ALTIC
  • Go_ALET Oct 9 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    Q4: How can we take surface coaching and make it deep coaching ? #ALTIC
  • mumms - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    I am really getting to appreciate a "good" difficult conversation these days - #altic
    In reply to @kelli_lane
  • amandacdykes Oct 9 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    A3: I also kept coming back to Praxis. I wonder if I give opportunity for not only reflection but helping to guide the next action #altic
    In reply to @Go_ALET
  • carpese Oct 9 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    A4 By spending more time with the Ts on purposeful reflection and implementation. #ALTIC
  • JHTechCoach Oct 9 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    It takes more time to let teachers explore and reflect than it does to just tell them, so telling is what they often ask me for. #ALTIC
  • casiebarksdale Oct 9 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    A3: Choice and Dialogue- I need the T to have buy-in and the dialogue is so important for a successful cycle #altic
  • camruns - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    A4: Not be afraid to say no to “trivial requests for support” and focus on the things that can really improve teaching and learning #ALTIC
  • WendyHenderson0 Oct 9 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    A4: By going through the impact cycle, where Ts and ICs Identify, Learn and Improve together as a team #altic
  • jmarkcoleman - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    @carpese I just need a few more hours in the eight hour day #altic
  • jmarkcoleman - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    A4: It has to be a process of goals, implementation and reflection, not just “here’s a tool, use it.” #ALTIC
  • bctechteacher Oct 9 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    A4. I think it comes down to picking a few willing to change and push the effort at them. It will spread. #ALTIC
  • WendyHenderson0 Oct 9 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    If you discover a way to get more hours in a day, please let me know! #altic
    In reply to @jmarkcoleman, @carpese
  • kristigreeson Oct 9 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    A4 Reflection and listening to Ts, learning together #ALTIC
  • JHTechCoach Oct 9 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    A4. I think I need to be more purposefully encouraging of reflection and empowering of Ts to choose for themselves. #ALTIC
  • BrookeKHudson Oct 9 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    A4: Setting goals, implementing, measuring the outcome, reflecting. Teacher involvement and choice at every step. #ALTIC
  • theabeea Oct 9 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    A4: Surface coaching is the gateway drug to deep stuff. Build that relationship. Then ramp up to impact strategies. #altic
  • amandacdykes Oct 9 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    A4: I have to step out of my own comfort zone. I'm good at the surface stuff, being "Amanda" the supporter for my goals ...#altic
    In reply to @Go_ALET
  • WendyHenderson0 Oct 9 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    Improvement is definitely contagious among Ts. You need to get buy-in with a few and then you will have more! #altic
    In reply to @bctechteacher
  • kelli_lane - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    A4: Deep coaching pushes coaches to guide teachers to reflect and set goals. Deep learning should be the outcome of deep coaching. #altic
  • bctechteacher Oct 9 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    Most of what I see in coaching is just setting the table and letting T's pick out what fits for them. #ALTIC
  • Kim_Lindsey00 Oct 9 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A4 Setting goals, strategies, reflections, and dialogue as teachers and IC's form trusting relationships. #ALTIC
  • mrsnettles4th Oct 9 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A:4 This is a true struggle for me bc I feel like my district wants me to reach the masses as opposed to going deep w a smaller number. But if we take the dialogical approach, I feel like deep learning can happen especially if we "provide suppot until goals are met." #altic
  • JackieDJenn Oct 9 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A4: That is a hard one to answer-I feel I need more of me-I do choose a handful to focus on deep coaching each semester #ALTIC
  • mumms - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    Gateway drug -can't help but want more! Addicted to learning! love it @theabeea #altic
    In reply to @theabeea, @theabeea
  • elisagharris Oct 9 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A4:Taking the time to collaborate and reflect w/Ts will take coaching deeper #altic
  • hulonsi Oct 9 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A4: “coaching requires saying no to trivial requests for support”....I want to be intentional in my focus of how I support #ALTIC
  • bctechteacher Oct 9 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    It also requires more from the coach. It's not easy work. You have to be after it every day. #ALTIC
    In reply to @kelli_lane
  • Ceramies Oct 9 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A4: Being more intentional about revisiting teachers after they say they want to plan together. They'll forget, so I must follow-up. #ALTIC
    • Go_ALET Oct 9 @ 9:34 PM EDT
      Q4: How can we take surface coaching and make it deep coaching ? #ALTIC
  • kelli_lane - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    Definitely impossible to deeply coach all. How do your teachers enroll? #altic
    In reply to @JackieDJenn
  • amandacdykes Oct 9 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    A4: but I'm not always first to try something that could be a disaster or give teachers more choices. Deeper convos have to happen. #altic
    In reply to @Go_ALET
  • BethJParker Oct 9 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    A4: I've "done" more surface coaching. Hoping this has helped me build trust needed for deep coaching. #ALTIC
  • vrcurtis Oct 9 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    A4: When we have 2 get outside our comfort zone, when we fail, & pick back up & keep going. That's where deep learning happens. #ALTIC
  • 3littlenutters Oct 9 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    A4: helping T's work outside their comfort zone- support, knowledge & modeling @Go_ALET #ALTIC
  • WendyHenderson0 Oct 9 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    Being intentional is crucial, but definitely a shortcoming with me! Gotta work on that. #altic
    In reply to @hulonsi
  • drjray - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    Do you think by focusing on less with deeper coaching will also help you build to the deep coaching? #ALTIC
    In reply to @BethJParker
  • mumms - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    I agree - and I admire our ALPHA cohort #altic for wanting to learn and grow
    In reply to @bctechteacher, @kelli_lane
  • Kim_Lindsey00 Oct 9 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    I agree @BethJParker it has start somewhere. Just getting in through the door of their classroom is sometimes a hurdle. #ALTIC
  • msangiec11 Oct 9 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A4: be willing to ask the difficult questions, give honest feedback and give Ts a chance to reflect #ALTIC
  • vsullivan Oct 9 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    Yes, this! #ALTIC
    In reply to @carpese
  • BethJParker Oct 9 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    Love the word "intentional!" #ALTIC
    In reply to @WendyHenderson0, @hulonsi
  • drjray - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    Very true @BethJParker & @Kim_Lindsey00 #ALTIC
    In reply to @Kim_Lindsey00, @BethJParker, @BethJParker, @Kim_Lindsey00
  • jmarkcoleman - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    @elisagharris I love it when there is an actual collaboration and you see the wheels turning and are able to help direct them #altic
  • elisagharris Oct 9 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    I find myself doing more surface coaching as well.#altic
    In reply to @BethJParker
  • PattiHenderson2 Oct 9 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    A4: Deep coaching requires the coach to think about T's individually, spend time in reflection and help to set goals and followup.. #ALTIC
    In reply to @Go_ALET
  • JackieDJenn Oct 9 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    I teach a small group "surface" skill and then ask for those interested in going to the next level.#ALTIC
    In reply to @kelli_lane
  • sbrosetta Oct 9 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    A4: getting the Ts to want deep learning; set goals, reflect, have dialogue #ALTIC
  • amandacdykes Oct 9 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    YES!! I just want in... #altic
    In reply to @Kim_Lindsey00, @BethJParker
  • kelli_lane - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    To me, deep coaching pushes a coach further. Don't have all the answers.Have to research. Light coaching- after school faculty PD. #altic
  • Go_ALET Oct 9 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    Q5: What kind of support do you need from admins or partner coaches to be successful? #ALTIC
  • jimknight99 Oct 9 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    I just want to say I'm grateful for the chance to learn from your comments. Thanks. #ALTIC
  • carpese Oct 9 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    A5 I love that my partner coaches challenge me to grow! That’s the best support I can ask for! #ALTIC
  • casiebarksdale Oct 9 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    A4: Observations, 1:1 time, comm., modeling, post conferences, reflection. If I'm doing all of this with 1 T, my focus is deep #altic
  • jmarkcoleman - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    I want to be the guy that shows you what CAN be done, not what MUST be done. It is difficult to get some Ts to understand your role. #altic
  • JackieDJenn Oct 9 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    I have had succes with this in supporting collaboration projects with Google Sites and stations #ALTIC
    In reply to @kelli_lane
  • drjray - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    Thx @jimknight99 we are enjoying the study of your latest book! #ALTiC
    • jimknight99 Oct 9 @ 9:42 PM EDT
      I just want to say I'm grateful for the chance to learn from your comments. Thanks. #ALTIC
  • BethJParker Oct 9 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    Definitely, and the support I'm getting from you guys. #ALTIC
    In reply to @drjray
  • Ceramies Oct 9 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A5: I need their respect and understanding of what our role is. Plus, I need their partnership! I can't do my job w/o them! #altic
    • Go_ALET Oct 9 @ 9:42 PM EDT
      Q5: What kind of support do you need from admins or partner coaches to be successful? #ALTIC
  • JHTechCoach Oct 9 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    For me a lot of times getting in starts with questions like, “What’d you do this weekend?” If I’m lucky it leads to trust and more. #ALTIC
  • amandacdykes Oct 9 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A5: I feel like a lot of admins just see me as the tech PD girl. I wish there was a common definition for "tech integration" so... #altic
    In reply to @Go_ALET
  • camruns - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A5: Admins who understand impact cycle, give teachers voice & choice & time & are willing to try new ways of "hearing" teacher voice #ALTIC
  • WendyHenderson0 Oct 9 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    Q6: I need time and support of my role as a dialogical coach as opposed to the assumption of directive coaching. #altic
  • jmarkcoleman - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A5 We are TIC, not printer repair or service technician. Admins must provide time and resources to work with teachers not computers #ALTIC
  • mumms - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A4: I have found taking the time to plan and talk with admins they will support you #altic
  • elisagharris Oct 9 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A5: Support from admin is time for collaboration and the reflection needed for deep coaching/learning #altic
  • Kim_Lindsey00 Oct 9 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    Q5 Reinforcement from admins with their walk-through expectations and the pd they provide would be greatly appreciated. #ALTIC
  • Go_ALET Oct 9 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    Thank you, @jimknight99 . We will meet monthly to discuss The Impact Cycle. We are a group of tech coaches in AL. @Go_ALET #altic
    • jimknight99 Oct 9 @ 9:42 PM EDT
      I just want to say I'm grateful for the chance to learn from your comments. Thanks. #ALTIC
  • theabeea Oct 9 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A5: Empathy. Acceptance. Room to fail. And someone to talk to...reciprocity. #altic
  • JackieDJenn Oct 9 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    I love being in the room and witnessing first hand the student engagement too #ALTIC
    In reply to @jmarkcoleman, @elisagharris
  • amandacdykes Oct 9 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A5: ...they could see it isn't happening and there is more than just PD to do. #altic
    In reply to @Go_ALET
  • sbrosetta Oct 9 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A5: Having them assist/support in getting Ts on board, their partnership, Prof Dev, and their leadership #ALTIC
  • msangiec11 Oct 9 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    Q5: Admins, supply time and recognize Ts efforts. Need collaborative ideas from other Cvs #ALTIC
  • 3littlenutters Oct 9 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A5: trust and knowing we are all here for the same outcome student & T growth @Go_ALET #ALTIC
  • kristigreeson Oct 9 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A5 Admins that are open to new ideas & support collaboration- I am very lucky to have this! #ALTIC
  • BrookeKHudson Oct 9 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    A5: Vision and commitment from admins. I also want a partner coach to pour into me to improve my coaching. #ALTIC
  • JHTechCoach Oct 9 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    A5. From admins I need an understanding that real coaching requires time with a teacher. I have great support from other TCs in HCS. #ALTIC
  • camruns - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    Room to fail so important. "Failing forward" #altic
    • theabeea Oct 9 @ 9:44 PM EDT
      A5: Empathy. Acceptance. Room to fail. And someone to talk to...reciprocity. #altic
  • mumms - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    @jimknight99 & we are just on Chapter 1! Can't wait to read the rest. Love deep learning with this group of dedicated tech coaches #altic
  • vrcurtis Oct 9 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    A5: Full support; Understanding and respect...financial support helps too ;-) #ALTIC
  • hulonsi Oct 9 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    A5: collaboration is key! ICs pour into others, but they need support from their partner ICs. Sharing ideas, brainstorming #ALTIC
  • BethJParker Oct 9 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    A5: We have great support from admins and partner coaches. Wish all saw our role as helping empower teachers and students to succeed. #ALTIC
  • kelli_lane - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    A5: How about an opportunity to visit the schools of tech coaches in #altic?
  • amandacdykes Oct 9 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    A5: only one other tech coach and this is 3rd in 3 years so I feel like I don't have that relationship for support, yet. #altic
    In reply to @Go_ALET
  • vsullivan Oct 9 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    Me, too, Stephanie, but it is hard for me to say no to those little things yet knowing that what I want to help with is so much more! #ALTIC
    In reply to @hulonsi
  • kelli_lane - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    Do you partner with the other coaches in your school/district? #altic
  • Kim_Lindsey00 Oct 9 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    @kelli_lane That would be AWESOME! Yes Please! #ALTIC
  • mumms - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    hopefully Amanda this group will be a great support for you! #altic
    In reply to @amandacdykes, @Go_ALET
  • TechySewell Oct 9 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    Going to have to join #ALTIC next time. I’ve been missing out.
  • kristigreeson Oct 9 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    WOULD LOVE THIS! #ALTIC
  • vsullivan Oct 9 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    Jackie, it is hard, and sometimes having to decide which "handful" to assist is difficult. #ALTIC
    In reply to @JackieDJenn
  • WendyHenderson0 Oct 9 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    We are fortunate in Limestone County Schools that we have a great group of ITFs that partner with ICs to support students #altic
    In reply to @kelli_lane
  • theabeea Oct 9 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    Yes, tech coords + building reading and math coaches + admins (who were coaches and now coach in a new way) #ALTIC #BetterAsATeam
    In reply to @kelli_lane
  • amandacdykes Oct 9 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    yeah it definitely is, and other coaches I connect with on Voxer, facebook, etc, those relationships keep me moving. #altic
    In reply to @mumms, @Go_ALET
  • jmarkcoleman - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    My coaching partners let me bounce ideas and collaborate. They are good at pushing us forward. #ALTIC
  • camruns - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    I agree. Easy to read and able to use new learning right away. Thank you @jimknight99 #altic
    In reply to @mumms, @jimknight99, @jimknight99
  • PattiHenderson2 Oct 9 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    Q5 Admins should recognize when teachers are substituting a device for paper/pencil, should value true integration. #ALTIC, #SAMR
    In reply to @Go_ALET
  • drjray - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    We would love to have you @TechySewell #ALTIC
  • kristigreeson Oct 9 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    Yes Hartselle has a GREAT team! I love working with all of our ITFs (even @BamaTNT is ok!) #ALTIC
  • vsullivan Oct 9 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    Yes, this! My requests from Administrators sometimes is "train them all"--like a waterhose and I want the "slow drip" of the faucet. #ALTIC
    In reply to @mrsnettles4th
  • JackieDJenn Oct 9 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    A5: Support by providing time with the T's from admins is important #ALTIC
  • elisagharris Oct 9 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    Luckily, we do in Hartselle and have great support from admin.#altic
    In reply to @kelli_lane
  • jmarkcoleman - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    @PattiHenderson2 A worksheet is a worksheet, even if you type on it. #altic
  • Go_ALET Oct 9 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    Final Q:What stood out to you when reading Ch.1 of the Impact Cycle by @jimknight99 ?What will you take back to your role tomorrow? #ALTIC
  • kelli_lane - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    A5: Growing admins is key. Best model in the building. #altic
  • casiebarksdale Oct 9 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    A5: Admin understanding of the role and expectations of Ts to participate in cycles. #altic
  • amandacdykes Oct 9 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    YES. TO. THAT! If they don't get SAMR or ISTE Standards, then it is like fighting a losing battle. #altic
    In reply to @PattiHenderson2, @Go_ALET
  • BryanPhillips Oct 9 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    As an #alcto , I want to tell all of you in #altic congrats and thank you for working with our kids everyday. We appreciate you.
  • carpese Oct 9 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    Pretty cool when the author joins your book group! #ALTIC
    • jimknight99 Oct 9 @ 9:42 PM EDT
      I just want to say I'm grateful for the chance to learn from your comments. Thanks. #ALTIC
  • mrsnettles4th Oct 9 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    A:5 Support and encouragement! Need the teachers to see that they value and respect us. #altic
  • jmarkcoleman - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    FA Helping our teachers grow means pushing ourselves to grow, not only in tech skills but in techniques of effective implementation. #ALTIC
  • drjray - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    FA: The idea of partnership. Everyone is in it for better student learning and engagement #ALTIC
  • theabeea Oct 9 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    A6: I felt convicted to listen more. Tomorrow I will open my ears and be still. #altic
  • WendyHenderson0 Oct 9 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    FQ: The characteristics of a true partnership and how it differs from a top down approach. Food for thought in moving forward #altic
  • camruns - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    A6: The simple visual picture he painted of what a coach does. Sharing that w/teachers and goal setting, then continuing the cycle #ALTIC
  • Kim_Lindsey00 Oct 9 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    FA I love to haiku "Tell less and ask more. Your advice is not as good As you think it is. #needtolistenmore #ALTIC
  • elisagharris Oct 9 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    FA:Definitely the deeper coaching/learning.I am guilty of doing more surface coaching and want to move toward the deeper coaching #altic
  • Ceramies Oct 9 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    FA: Listening to learn and dialogue are crucial. I've been working on this for a couple of years now! #altic
    • Go_ALET Oct 9 @ 9:50 PM EDT
      Final Q:What stood out to you when reading Ch.1 of the Impact Cycle by @jimknight99 ?What will you take back to your role tomorrow? #ALTIC
  • sbrosetta Oct 9 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    FQ: We also have to be willing to go deeper w/our learning if we want Ts too. "Learning & change are essential" #ALTIC
  • BrookeKHudson Oct 9 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    FA: Realizing I do a lot more surface coaching than deep coaching and do not allow enough for partnership. #ALTIC
  • camruns - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    Love this! #altic
    In reply to @Kim_Lindsey00
  • bctechteacher Oct 9 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    FA: I feel like he validated some thoughts I've been having about mentors and coaches It helps to find out your not alone #ALTIC
  • amandacdykes Oct 9 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    A6: When I look at my notes these words keep coming back: Partners, Trust, Listen and Goals. I have the first 2, But I need to... #altic
    In reply to @Go_ALET, @jimknight99
  • kristigreeson Oct 9 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    FA: No matter what role each person may have- we all learn something from each other. #ALTIC
  • amandacdykes Oct 9 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    A6: ...need to have more meaning for convos and set more goals with teachers not for teachers. #altic
    In reply to @Go_ALET, @jimknight99
  • JHTechCoach Oct 9 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    FA. I think giving teachers - not principals or district leaders- more voice in the coaching process. #ALTIC
  • jmarkcoleman - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    @BrookeKHudson It is an easy trap to fall into, especially since so many Ts and As are content with surface level. #ALTIC
  • camruns - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    @Kim_Lindsey00 Love this! #altic
  • mumms - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    FA: I loved @jimknight99 personal stories of deep learning - could really relate - helped paint a picture and saw importance #altic
  • carpese Oct 9 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    FA: Start digging in deep! Follow up, follow up, follow up! #ALTIC
  • BethJParker Oct 9 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    Final A: Deep coaching, deep learning, the motivating power of learning. I'm motivated to be a better motivator! Thanks @jimknight99 #ALTIC
  • WendyHenderson0 Oct 9 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    I think he made a great point with how "professional success without personal success is pretty hollow" #altic
    In reply to @mumms, @jimknight99
  • Ceramies Oct 9 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    I have a new Jim Knight book to go and buy now! Yay! #altic
  • vrcurtis Oct 9 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    FA:We need each other 2grow. "We often choose ignorance over deep learning."-mainly bc deep lrning can be painful. Help each other! #ALTIC
  • msangiec11 Oct 9 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    Q6: coaching convos are planned and purposeful so I will be more mindful of this role shift in how I approach Ts and Admins #ALTIC
  • mrsnettles4th Oct 9 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    FA: Definitely focusing on deeper coaching rather than surface coaching and moving away from facilitative model as I aim for dialogical. #altic
  • PattiHenderson2 Oct 9 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    A6. Tommorrow I will listen to identify T's ready to try deep learning WITH me. 7 schools w/230 T's means prioritizing is a MUST.#ALTIC
    In reply to @Go_ALET, @jimknight99
  • Kim_Lindsey00 Oct 9 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    @vrcurtis deep learning can be painful...no pain, no gain... #ALTIC
    In reply to @vrcurtis, @vrcurtis
  • hulonsi Oct 9 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    FinalQ: I want to be an IC that supports teachers in deep learning. this takes time & requires intentional conversations! #ALTIC
  • casiebarksdale Oct 9 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    FA: focus on going deeper! Say no to distractions! #altic
  • Go_ALET Oct 9 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    Thank you alpha #altic members & course leaders for a powerful chat tonight. Don't wait to take action on deep coaching- start tomorrow.
  • mumms - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    Don't forget #ALTIC chat at 8pm central on 11/6 on Chapter 2 of #TheImpactCycle by @jimknight99
  • drjray - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    Great chat! See y'all next time #ALTIC
  • camruns - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    FA: Going to reflect on workbook questions to hopefully improve my coaching --though reflecting during homecoming week is hard! :) #ALTIC
  • amandacdykes Oct 9 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    Have a great week everyone! #altic
    In reply to @Go_ALET
  • jmarkcoleman - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    Looking forward to Chapter 2 on 11/6 #altic
  • WendyHenderson0 Oct 9 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    Have a great week! Looking forward to our next chat! #altic
  • vrcurtis Oct 9 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    I agree. It's so difficult! I feel like a squirrel sometimes. #ALTIC
    In reply to @casiebarksdale
  • camruns - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    Thanks everyone for the insights. See you on 11/6 #ALTIC
  • jmarkcoleman - Moderator Oct 9 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    Have a good week everyone #altic