#worldgeochat Archive

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #worldgeochat -the best educhat out there! Tonight we talk about Ditching Textbooks! Who are you, where are you & what do you do?

jmgarner2003 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:00 PM EDT

I'm the same age as the author, which makes her story even more haunting to me. #worldgeochat

In reply to @cartokurtis, @SamMandeville

ecasey77 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:00 PM EDT

8 bells CST time for this Tuesday's edition of #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:01 PM EDT

I'm Chris from suburban Chicago - 7th grade geography and 1 of the 5 #worldgeochat Moderators!

ecasey77 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Ed, 7th grade world geography teacher in Naperville, Il #worldgeochat

Tylerteacherman May 2 @ 9:01 PM EDT

My name is Ben and I am a geography teacher from Fort Mill South Carolina. #ltc8800 #worldgeochat

cartokurtis May 2 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Kurtis Edwards, Ann Arbor Michigan, unemployed graduate in diplomacy/human rights w/a geography undergrad. Hi! #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Hope some of the #penpalchat & #ruraledchat Ts talking about #globaled hop over to join #worldgeochat now!

ms_greencvhs May 2 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Morgan, Canton, GA, Geography/World History teacher #worldgeochat

TheShoe_CMS May 2 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Matt, 7th grade American History from Missouri. #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Good to see you Benjamin! Glad you're in #worldgeochat

In reply to @Tylerteacherman

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:01 PM EDT

YAY YAY YAY! Definitely the best night! Sam here from MA, 7th grade world geography, and 1/5 of the #worldgeochat moderating team!

In reply to @cheffernan75

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Here we are for another hour of the best little educhat on Twitter! Let;s go #worldgeochat'rs!

EmilyLepkowski1 May 2 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Hi #worldgeochat! I'm Emily a former elem. edu. & now @Newsela...excited to chat ditching the textbook

ecasey77 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:01 PM EDT

So pumped to learn about other resources that I can use instead of my very dated 2005 edition textbook #worldgeochat

JohnHonish May 2 @ 9:01 PM EDT

John Honish, 7th gr. geography and 8th gr. US history in Beloit, WI, USA #worldgeochat

LISDTechie May 2 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Kelly, north of Austin, TX. HS Instructional Coach. Currently hosting #gafechat right now, but going to try do both #worldgeochat

jmattmiller May 2 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Hey there #worldgeochat! Matt here, author of #DitchBook. LOVE your topic! I'll be throwing some (pre-scheduled) ideas tonight.

spiraledu May 2 @ 9:02 PM EDT

#worldgeochat I'm Sue, 3rd grade in Alaska (teaching 8 miles above the Arctic circle)

In reply to @cheffernan75

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Are you following #worldgeochat on Facebook or reading the blog? https://t.co/sU2yPBOZZf https://t.co/gO6fpXyxBJ

cartokurtis May 2 @ 9:02 PM EDT

That it would. I follow her on twitter, but I don't believe she posts in English too often. #worldgeochat

In reply to @jmgarner2003, @SamMandeville

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Hey Morgan! Great to see ya! #worldgeochat

In reply to @ms_greencvhs

NatGeoEducation May 2 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Hi, #worldgeochat! It's c/s, ditching textbooks for https://t.co/7uvudhvhzy since 2009.

In reply to @cheffernan75

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Great to see you and @Tylerteacherman joining us tonight for #worldgeochat !

In reply to @cartokurtis, @Tylerteacherman

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Hi Morgan & Kurtis & Matt & Sam & Pete & Emily & Ed & everyone else jumping into #worldgeochat now!

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Always great to have you at the part here @ #worldgeochat!

In reply to @cartokurtis

ecasey77 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Welcome Ben! Glad you could join us this Tuesday! #worldgeochat

In reply to @Tylerteacherman

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Welcome Ben! #worldgeochat

In reply to @Tylerteacherman

MsTurner1027 May 2 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Kayla from Raleigh NC, I currently teach #APWorld #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Hi Kurtis! Glad you could make it tonight! #worldgeochat

In reply to @cartokurtis

EmilyLepkowski1 May 2 @ 9:02 PM EDT

#worldgeochat and the schools that have older editions...can you imagine?

In reply to @ecasey77

n_LODDERHOSE May 2 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Hi Nikki from the university of Missouri #worldgeochat

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:02 PM EDT

So great to see you and @ms_greencvhs back for a great night of #worldgeochat !

In reply to @TheShoe_CMS, @ms_greencvhs

jmgarner2003 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Jennifer from GA , APHG teacher and Co-moderator of #worldgeochat with @ecasey77 @SamMandeville @GeoSpiegs @cheffernan75

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Pete here up in 40 degree #maine! Ready for #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hi Morgan! So glad you could make it! #worldgeochat

In reply to @ms_greencvhs

NewseumED May 2 @ 9:03 PM EDT

We're the education department of the @Newseum! Teaching history, civics and media literacy! #worldgeochat

Jim_dEntremont May 2 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hi #worldgeochat . Jim - 7th grade social studies from MA.

ChoicesProgram May 2 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hi #worldgeochat. The Choices Program in joining you tonight. We are in Providence, RI. The smallest state with the longest name!

EmilyLepkowski1 May 2 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hi @NatGeoEducation ... happy to see you #worldgeochat

NatGeoEducation May 2 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Hi, #worldgeochat! It's c/s, ditching textbooks for https://t.co/7uvudhvhzy since 2009.
In reply to @cheffernan75

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Tonight #worldgeochat is talking about ditching textbooks! Yes - we're going an hour, so hop on over!

In reply to @edventures

MsIppolito May 2 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Made it! Laura from Brampton, Ontario,Canada grade 8 #worldgeochat

NatGeoEducation May 2 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hi, Emily! #worldgeochat

In reply to @EmilyLepkowski1, @Newsela

cartokurtis May 2 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Thanks everyone, I am happy I didn't miss it #worldgeochat I'll add any newbies after, but welcome! This is a fun group.

TeacherRunner42 May 2 @ 9:03 PM EDT

good evening, #worldgeochat - michael from columbus, OH - middle grades teacher

ms_greencvhs May 2 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Thanks! Looking forward to it! #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Those #worldgeochat reminders...

6thgradersrule May 2 @ 9:04 PM EDT

I'm Sara, I'm pacing...Fav former student running for her city council and polls closed about an hour ago. #NewFormOfStress #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Once again we are honored (and slightly giddy) with your attendance and witty banter ;) #worldgeochat

In reply to @NatGeoEducation, @cheffernan75

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:04 PM EDT

You've inspired us to explore specifically with geography! Thank you for dropping by! #worldgeochat

In reply to @jmattmiller

mgevans450 May 2 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Meg here. I am currently an instructional coach for secondary social studies teachers. #worldgeochat

JohnHRaby May 2 @ 9:04 PM EDT

John from Saco, ME. Hist Dept Chair and Tech Integrator. #worldgeochat

lweyerich May 2 @ 9:04 PM EDT

i'm a third year secondary social studies major from the University of Missouri-Columbia #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75

GlobetoGoEd May 2 @ 9:04 PM EDT

I teach 7th grade Geography. I created a website called Globe to Go to share global education resources. #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:04 PM EDT

With geography I don't know how a hard copy textbook could ever stay current. So glad to B 1 to 1 this year! So many resources #worldgeochat

In reply to @EmilyLepkowski1

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:04 PM EDT

You made it!!!!!! #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsIppolito

TheShoe_CMS May 2 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Thanks. It's become one of my favorites. #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @ms_greencvhs

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:05 PM EDT

A few more #worldgeochat reminders...

WeirMB May 2 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Merri SoCal former Teacher Love Geography! Never really used a Text except as add'l resource excited to learn more strategies #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Welcome Nikki! Glad you could join us again this week! #worldgeochat

In reply to @n_LODDERHOSE

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Thanks for swinging by! #worldgeochat

In reply to @ChoicesProgram

jmgarner2003 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Glad to have @cartokurtis @ms_greencvhs and @TheShoe_CMS with us tonight. #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:05 PM EDT

We've got some people from @NatGeoEducation @Newsela & @NewseumED joining #worldgeochat tonight! Let's see who else joins!

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:05 PM EDT

YAY! I'm not too far from Providence (20 minutes to be exact!) #worldgeochat

In reply to @ChoicesProgram

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Welcome back! #worldgeochat

In reply to @n_LODDERHOSE

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:05 PM EDT

So glad you're able to join us!!! #worldgeochat

In reply to @ChoicesProgram

ecasey77 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Hi John! Hope the week is off to a good start. We are in the home stretch now! #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHRaby

storiestoldinsf May 2 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Hey #worldgeochat! Jessica from IL - 7th gr World Geo

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Q1 #worldgeochat

CoachHenkel May 2 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Missing out on #worldgeochat tonight! Have fun everyone!

MrCummingsJJH May 2 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Connor here from Woodridge, IL teaching 7th grade SS #worldgeochat

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:06 PM EDT

It's definitely the best Twitter community out there! So happy you could make it :) #worldgeochat

In reply to @TheShoe_CMS, @ms_greencvhs

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Woo hoo! So glad to have the return of @MsIppolito to #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsIppolito, @MsIppolito

ecasey77 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Welcome Lauren! Glad you could join us this week! #worldgeochat

In reply to @lweyerich, @cheffernan75

ms_greencvhs May 2 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Excited for the chat tonight! #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @TheShoe_CMS

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Welcome to the party :) #worldgeochat

In reply to @GlobetoGoEd

cartokurtis May 2 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A1: some of them are holding my monitor up a bit higher right now. #worldgeochat

jmgarner2003 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:06 PM EDT

@EmilyLepkowski1 thanks for joining! I learned so much about @newsela during the webinar last week. #worldgeochat

JohnHRaby May 2 @ 9:06 PM EDT

I have to keep reminding myself of that. Doesn't feel close yet. What's your last day? #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Such a fun site full of great resources!! Definitely check them out! #worldgeochat

GlobetoGoEd May 2 @ 9:04 PM EDT

I teach 7th grade Geography. I created a website called Globe to Go to share global education resources. #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Sorry - already behind in #worldgeochat! Welcome to everyone!!!

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Hope its a bit warmer by the coast than it is up in Hallowell... ugh, rain... #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHRaby

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1 My texts come out for the intro to the region - some great maps from @NatGeoEducation and a little text. Not much else. #worldgeochat

stephensonmused May 2 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Hi! David, music educator + aspiring district-level leader from SC. We incorporate many SS concepts in music appreciation! #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:07 PM EDT

This is an AMAZING resource!!!! Use it #worldgeochat!

GlobetoGoEd May 2 @ 9:04 PM EDT

I teach 7th grade Geography. I created a website called Globe to Go to share global education resources. #worldgeochat

Tylerteacherman May 2 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1 I use textbooks to teach reading skills. How to dissect text for info and use it to build note taking skills #ltc8800 #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Love the website! https://t.co/zY9VzkFoi4 I'm a fellow 7th grade teacher outside Chicago. #worldgeochat

In reply to @GlobetoGoEd

MsHolmesTeach May 2 @ 9:07 PM EDT

I may be tardy, but I'm here! Mary-Owen, 7th grade WH in Tennessee. #worldgeochat

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Haven't been able to welcome everyone to tonight's chat, but so excited to have you all here and sharing resources and ideas! #worldgeochat

cartokurtis May 2 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1: #worldgeochat I do go back constantly and use them as reference. I never wanted to return them after class (college) Geo and IR books

le_reitz May 2 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Ellie from Illinois, in and out tonight! #worldgeochat

lweyerich May 2 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1. usually textbooks are used as a pre-lesson resource for students to get background knowledge on the topic #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75

Ms_Johnson1617 May 2 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Hello! I'm Amber Johnson from Houston, TX! I'm a second grade Science, Social studies, and Writing teacher! #worldgeochat

JohnHRaby May 2 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1: As a starting point to get lesson ideas esp. when I'm not familiar with the topic. #worldgeochat

TheShoe_CMS May 2 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1. Used to compare w/other sources for historiography, POV, etc. Now they sit on the shelf. Last updated when W. was pres. #worldgeochat

storiestoldinsf May 2 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1: We mostly use it at the beginning of the year to look at the 5 Themes. Past few mos, they have been collecting dust. #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Is this your first chat? Welcome! #worldgeochat

In reply to @MrCummingsJJH

TeacherRunner42 May 2 @ 9:08 PM EDT

a1: our school doesn't use textbooks - pretty revolutionary #worldgeochat

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:08 PM EDT

RT Q1 #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Q1 #worldgeochat

cartokurtis May 2 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1: #worldgeochat there is something consistent and tradition building with text book reading

mgevans450 May 2 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1 to point out to Ss that a textbook author has a point of view and presents their own interpretation of things #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:08 PM EDT

RT Q1 #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Q1 #worldgeochat

JohnHRaby May 2 @ 9:08 PM EDT

It's getting there here in Scarborough. We had a sunny but cool afternoon. Hopefully that sun is headed your way. #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs

EmilyLepkowski1 May 2 @ 9:08 PM EDT

I'm so happy to hear that! #worldgeochat learn more @ our Certification program: https://t.co/FmY2U14Ezo #ncechat

In reply to @jmgarner2003, @Newsela

bmdbq6 May 2 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1: textbooks are good for background information or for extra support for students #worldgeochat

MrCummingsJJH May 2 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1: Our school has banned textbooks for students in social studies. T's can use text books for picking out specific excerpts #worldgeochat

Jim_dEntremont May 2 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1: What's a textbook?.....I use it mainly to have Ss practice basic skills or when I need a succinct source/little time. #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Sad to not have you tonight! Talk soon! #worldgeochat

In reply to @CoachHenkel

mrterborg May 2 @ 9:08 PM EDT

#worldgeochat What's a textbook?

MsIppolito May 2 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1: I barely do but have been enticed with new text from Nelson aligned to inquiry they even teamed up with @NatGeoEducation #worldgeochat

cartokurtis May 2 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Great answer #worldgeochat not something I truly believed until grad school.

In reply to @mgevans450

jmattmiller May 2 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A favorite tool for ditching "textbook" activities: Google Drawings! My resources: https://t.co/eK7WYeQ6sB #worldgeochat #DitchBook

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:09 PM EDT

RT Q1 #worldgeochat

ms_greencvhs May 2 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1: I don't use the textbooks really -except during the foundation of key words and 5 themes #worldgeochat

WeirMB May 2 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1 1st as an overview, then mainly an additional resource / tool for Ss to use also illustrations, graphs, maps, charts #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Ah! The other JJHS is represented tonight! My alma mater! #worldgeochat

In reply to @MrCummingsJJH

ecasey77 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:09 PM EDT

My new blog post today is all about using music in social studies! https://t.co/qcqZMpD9sH #worldgeochat

In reply to @stephensonmused

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1: We use the Geography, Alive! textbook for background information, structure and skill practice (drawing evidence). #worldgeochat

Jessicaraealt May 2 @ 9:09 PM EDT

The old textbooks in my room were great door stops and also gathered the attention of the room when dropped on the floor. #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs

MsTurner1027 May 2 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1: Unless I am absent and my students don't have tech, I don't use it. I teach my students how to properly use their resource #worldgeochat

EmilyLepkowski1 May 2 @ 9:09 PM EDT

This is so interesting...What resources do you pull from? #worldgeochat

MrCummingsJJH May 2 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1: Our school has banned textbooks for students in social studies. T's can use text books for picking out specific excerpts #worldgeochat

jmgarner2003 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1 AP requires each S to have a TB. I give it to them day 1, they take it home, and bring it back after the AP exam. That's it #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Love that you're here - we need to get you and @GetSoundsAround together - music is so important to #worldgeochat

In reply to @stephensonmused, @GetSoundsAround

JohnHonish May 2 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1: hardly ever use them anymore except for a couple things. Hard to stay up to date. Mine talk about strong economy in 🇬🇷😂 #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1: Shhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh Haven't used one since 2007..... #worldgeochat

le_reitz May 2 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1. Contrast the textbook interpretation against current events- just compared Syria and kids were amazed #worldgeochat

6thgradersrule May 2 @ 9:10 PM EDT

#worldgeochat q1 how do you use the text book. As little as possible. We use it to skim information and make-up work.

Jessicaraealt May 2 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1 We did have some great graphs, maps, and charts in some of our history textbooks. #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:10 PM EDT

#worldgeochat has a blog!

ecasey77 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:09 PM EDT

My new blog post today is all about using music in social studies! https://t.co/qcqZMpD9sH #worldgeochat
In reply to @stephensonmused

EmilyLepkowski1 May 2 @ 9:10 PM EDT

@Jessicaraealt you got jokes! #worldgeochat

Jessicaraealt May 2 @ 9:09 PM EDT

The old textbooks in my room were great door stops and also gathered the attention of the room when dropped on the floor. #worldgeochat
In reply to @GeoSpiegs

jjanikis May 2 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1 textbooks can be a guide but should not be the only content source #worldgeochat

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Any specific skills and/or lessons you care to share? #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsTurner1027

JeremyDBond May 2 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Jeremy from CT... thanks for tagging. As a parent, I'm more learning than contributing to this topic. But love talking maps! #worldgeochat

Jim_dEntremont May 2 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1: Found it easier to use less textbook when teaching US history. #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:10 PM EDT

That's awesome - and rare! #worldgeochat

In reply to @TeacherRunner42

TeacherRunner42 May 2 @ 9:10 PM EDT

a1: we've used textbooks to show how history has 'changed' over time #worldgeochat

MrCummingsJJH May 2 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Great to see you my fellow alumni JJHS 07' grad #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75

ms_greencvhs May 2 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1: Our textbook was copyrighted in 2006...#worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:11 PM EDT

lucky you, mine sat in a box in my closet for a decade.... #worldgeochat

In reply to @Jessicaraealt

NatGeoEducation May 2 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1 We use textbooks to see where Ts might want support, and in what ways—activities, reference, maps, videos ... #worldgeochat

TeacherRunner42 May 2 @ 9:11 PM EDT

takes a bit more prep'ing on the Ts part, but so worth it! #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75

storiestoldinsf May 2 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Ours...2003...older than my 7th grdrs. #worldgeochat

In reply to @ms_greencvhs

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Adding current events, connections to past units (sustainable development), and standards are key for expansion of knowledge #worldgeochat

In reply to @jjanikis

mdoran2067 May 2 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1. As a reference tool. Good for the graphics, maps, etc. Not for guiding curriculum. #worldgeochat

cartokurtis May 2 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1: They should always be there and hold importance. The mindless reading gets worse in grad school.. you need the diligence. #worldgeochat

classroomtools May 2 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Have your daughters had a text that contained geographical material? If so, how did their teachers use it with them? #worldgeochat

In reply to @JeremyDBond

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Such a great lesson! Authors Pupose and POV is EVERYWHERE! #worldgeochat

mgevans450 May 2 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1 to point out to Ss that a textbook author has a point of view and presents their own interpretation of things #worldgeochat

GlobetoGoEd May 2 @ 9:12 PM EDT

So inspiring to hear teachers freeing themselves from the textbook! It opens ups so many more possibilities. #worldgeochat

Ms_Johnson1617 May 2 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1- to be honest, I rarely use them anymore. I use technology, Brainpop, or other ways to teach especially in science and SS #worldgeochat

MrCummingsJJH May 2 @ 9:12 PM EDT

All resources we get are from our own research. We have been moving toward an Inquiry approach at our school! #worldgeochat

In reply to @EmilyLepkowski1

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:12 PM EDT

TEACH US YOUR WAYS!! #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs, @MPattenhouse

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:12 PM EDT

yeah but only for two days... then rain for the next forever. #worldgeochat I'm suppose 2 be doing the polar bear triathlon on Saturday, ugh

In reply to @JohnHRaby

6thgradersrule May 2 @ 9:12 PM EDT

#worldgeochat a1 I've kept copies of all the old textbooks to show the kids where we started and where we're headed. Some of it was good.

Jessicaraealt May 2 @ 9:12 PM EDT

The real jokes were some of these "textbooks" I found in some old lockers.....#worldgeochat

In reply to @EmilyLepkowski1

jjanikis May 2 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Out w the old. In w the new #worldgeochat

In reply to @ms_greencvhs

MsHolmesTeach May 2 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1 When I absolutely have to... (Have a stash of 2008 @NatGeoEducation books that are 🔥 though. Those maps are 😍) #worldgeochat

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:13 PM EDT

I get a lot of my maps and references from you guys! You're da best!! #worldgeochat

In reply to @NatGeoEducation

teachpluralism May 2 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A1: we don't have a textbook! We use Encyclopedia articles for critical literacy + looking at whose perspective is heard #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Really???? Love this idea! #worldgeochat

In reply to @MrCummingsJJH

alut2014 May 2 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A1: Our books are so Ss can easily see maps. Unfortunately, the textbooks don't include all modern countries. #worldgeochat #SouthSudan

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Gahhhh I hate the mindless reading! Unfortunately we're heavily using textbook now and it's AWFUL! #worldgeochat

In reply to @cartokurtis

6thgradersrule May 2 @ 9:13 PM EDT

#worldgeochat a1. I also kept all the samples of the books we didn't choose so that I can read up and learn more. #MoreYouKnow

MsIppolito May 2 @ 9:13 PM EDT

it definitely has some interesting ideas #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77, @NatGeoEducation

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Looking at the geographic world through a lens of questioning. #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @MPattenhouse

Newsela May 2 @ 9:14 PM EDT

We would love to support you! #worldgeochat

In reply to @Ms_Johnson1617

rdroraback8 May 2 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Hi #worldgeochat, I hope I'm not too late to join the party! I'm an undergrad from Texas A&M and I'm excited to participate tonight.

MsHolmesTeach May 2 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Also great smart phone stands when students use phones for research. #worldgeochat

In reply to @cartokurtis

alut2014 May 2 @ 9:14 PM EDT

I would love to hear more about this. #worldgeochat

In reply to @MrCummingsJJH, @EmilyLepkowski1

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Yep! That's my story too! The maps don't really change, so they're useful. The rest.... #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsHolmesTeach, @NatGeoEducation

JohnHRaby May 2 @ 9:14 PM EDT

It just adds another challenge. #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs

NatGeoEducation May 2 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Love it. What encyclopedias to you use? #worldgeochat

In reply to @teachpluralism

6thgradersrule May 2 @ 9:14 PM EDT

#Worldgeochat a1. My favorite textbook is a Texas History book from the 1940's. It's divine. (I also left it at the school on accident).

stephensonmused May 2 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Very cool! #sschat had a topic of using music in the SS classroom, a couple of months ago. #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77

ecasey77 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:14 PM EDT

What is currently happening in that society is often reflected in depiction of history @BackStoryRadio great at showing this #worldgeochat

In reply to @TeacherRunner42, @BackStoryRadio

portie_c May 2 @ 9:14 PM EDT

#worldgeochat 45🚫TAXES! https://t.co/xthVAO1wg8

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Never too late!! Welcome to the chat!! #worldgeochat

In reply to @rdroraback8

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Yes! trust the Ts! #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75, @MrCummingsJJH

MsTurner1027 May 2 @ 9:15 PM EDT

My school is also PBL so making a lot of real world connections that aren't found in a textbook is a must #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @Newsela

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Q2 #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:15 PM EDT

I *think* mine might include East Timor - but I'm not 100% sure! #worldgeochat

In reply to @alut2014

Jim_dEntremont May 2 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Our understanding of teaching & learning evolves so quickly that textbooks quickly become out of date. #worldgeochat

stephensonmused May 2 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Thanks, Chris! I connected with @GetSoundsAround a couple of months ago, in a #sschat on using music in the SS classroom. #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75, @GetSoundsAround, @GetSoundsAround

MsHolmesTeach May 2 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A1 Mainly teach world history, though, & do use those books to introduce topics. Book isn't my fave so definitely supplement. #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Oh Laura. The #worldgeochat community has missed you so much!!!

In reply to @MsIppolito, @ecasey77, @NatGeoEducation

MrCummingsJJH May 2 @ 9:15 PM EDT

I am about to post my blog on some books that helped me learn the inquiry based approach after this chat tonight! #worldgeochat

In reply to @alut2014, @EmilyLepkowski1

ecasey77 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Welcome Ryan! Glad you could join in tonight! #worldgeochat

In reply to @rdroraback8

portie_c May 2 @ 9:15 PM EDT

#worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Never too late for #worldgeochat

In reply to @rdroraback8

TheShoe_CMS May 2 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Great leveled resources here, for sure. Used two in the last two days from the daily email. #worldgeochat

Newsela May 2 @ 9:14 PM EDT

We would love to support you! #worldgeochat
In reply to @Ms_Johnson1617

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:16 PM EDT

RT Q2 #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Q2 #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Silver star for this suggestion. #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsHolmesTeach, @cartokurtis

portie_c May 2 @ 9:16 PM EDT

#worldgeochat

classroomtools May 2 @ 9:16 PM EDT

How are Sudan and South Sudan depicted in older textbook maps? #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75, @alut2014

Jim_dEntremont May 2 @ 9:16 PM EDT

TEacher research, student research, or a combination of both? #worldgeochat

In reply to @MrCummingsJJH, @EmilyLepkowski1

ecasey77 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2 There are tons of materials available, yet know it will take time curating resources. Great when you have "go to resources" #worldgeochat

cartokurtis May 2 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2: The authors of those text books often have countless articles that will teach you the same stuff w/less time reading #worldgeochat

JohnHRaby May 2 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2: That you've found an appropriate resource for your Ss, which can be very hard to do at times. #worldgeochat

jjanikis May 2 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2 need to know what other resources can enhance and redefine the "textbook" learning #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Q2 #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:16 PM EDT

RT Q2 #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Q2 #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2 For me, I need to know that I have a reliable resource to use to help guide Ss through content. #worldgeochat

jmattmiller May 2 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Something to think about as you transition away from textbooks ... #worldgeochat #DitchBook

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Some of my Geography Alive! textbooks have South Sudan, some don't. Even though they're all published the same year... #worldgeochat

In reply to @classroomtools, @cheffernan75, @alut2014

ecasey77 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2) Here are some of my go to resources https://t.co/Uovt3Ioh8s #worldgeochat

alut2014 May 2 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2: I want more sustainable, accessible resources! The textbooks are too out of touch with student learning styles. #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Absolutely! And I love that you used the word enhances - makes it better! #worldgeochat

In reply to @jjanikis

le_reitz May 2 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Q2. I need sources with trusted content. Ts don't always have the time to comb through every article to find the best #worldgeochat

MrCummingsJJH May 2 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2: how to model finding resources for your Ss. If you can teach kids to find their own credible sources our job gets easier. #worldgeochat

Tylerteacherman May 2 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2 I aam not anti TB. I just would like a database of resources on the same topics to compare/contrast #ltc8800 #worldgeochat

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2: Knowing how to have students obtain basic background knowledge #worldgeochat

stephensonmused May 2 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A1a: Currently, I don't use textbooks. But, I am reviewing several texts, b/c we're offering a fall dual enrollment course. #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:18 PM EDT

RT Q2 #worldgeochat

alut2014 May 2 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Weird! Do yo know when they were published? #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @classroomtools, @cheffernan75

portie_c May 2 @ 9:18 PM EDT

#worldgeochat 45🚫TAXES! https://t.co/xthVAO1wg8

EmilyLepkowski1 May 2 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2: Agree w/@ecasey77...Curating takes a lot of work || always push non dominant narratives #worldgeochat

JeremyDBond May 2 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Just asked my 7th grader as I haven't been privy to it this year. She said they use it only in school & isn't only geography. #worldgeochat

In reply to @classroomtools

JohnHRaby May 2 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Great to have a #PLN you can go to and say "I need..." and get lots of responses. #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77

MsIppolito May 2 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2 a clear vision of where you want your students to go in terms of learning. What is the end goal and how can you get there #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2 It's not what you need to know, its what questions do you have+where can you go to find better, more complicated questions #worldgeochat

classroomtools May 2 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Has anyone ever compared geography texts from various nations? #worldgeochat

SoperWritings May 2 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2 - that the textbook budget will be redirected to reliable tech & digital resources #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Teaching Ss to notice these things is a great cue for getting a fix on when the map is from. Borders change! #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @classroomtools, @cheffernan75, @alut2014

6thgradersrule May 2 @ 9:18 PM EDT

#worldgeochat a1 The first year of a new textbook adoption is THE WORST! #findingthemistakes #missingtheproblems

TheShoe_CMS May 2 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2. Already convinced! Too many good #GoOpen & #OER options out there for free. No reason to feel tied to a textbook. #worldgeochat

alut2014 May 2 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Yes, I don't want to hand them anything I come across on Google. #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75

rdroraback8 May 2 @ 9:18 PM EDT

great point, I think using them as an occasional resource rather than the sole source of content is smart. #worldgeochat

In reply to @jjanikis

jjanikis May 2 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Snaps! Reliable, relevant and interactive #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75

Jim_dEntremont May 2 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2: Know that neither you nor your students need a textbook and it is freeing to get away from a textbook. #worldgeochat

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:18 PM EDT

I can check in a bit. @Jim_dEntremont, do you by any chance remember? #worldgeochat

In reply to @alut2014, @classroomtools, @cheffernan75, @Jim_dEntremont

MsHolmesTeach May 2 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Interestingly, my WH spends a lot of time discussing Europe (Middle Ages, Renaissance, etc), but leaves out the Vikings. #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75, @NatGeoEducation

stephensonmused May 2 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A1b: In my review of prospective texts, I'm looking for an engaging curriculum, appealing visuals, & tech resources. #worldgeochat

JohnHonish May 2 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2: I need to know I'm not just making up whatever lessons I feel like. Starts with standards and building off them #worldgeochat

MsTurner1027 May 2 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2: You need to know what resources the students have access to and what they are familar with #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:19 PM EDT

This is horrifying on so many levels. #worldgeochat

KelseyTorpey May 2 @ 9:17 PM EDT

When both factual in correct and morally wrong to put in front of students. Case in point, my world hist text by @PearsonNorthAm @pearson
In reply to @cheffernan75, @PearsonNorthAm, @pearson

6thgradersrule May 2 @ 9:19 PM EDT

#worldgeochat a2 Need to know before stop using. It's okay.... the internet will help you. Let go of the book.

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:19 PM EDT

#worldgeochat GOLD STAR Great stuff in here! You should check it out!

ecasey77 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2) Here are some of my go to resources https://t.co/Uovt3Ioh8s #worldgeochat

teachpluralism May 2 @ 9:19 PM EDT

our school has a subscription to @Britannica School. They have 3 different reading levels available #worldgeochat

In reply to @NatGeoEducation, @Britannica

WeirMB May 2 @ 9:19 PM EDT

#worldgeochat must be trending ;)

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:19 PM EDT

That's why #worldgeochat is the best around!! <3

JohnHRaby May 2 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Great to have a #PLN you can go to and say "I need..." and get lots of responses. #worldgeochat
In reply to @ecasey77

bmdbq6 May 2 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2: that students will still be able to get the necessary information from a reliable source #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:19 PM EDT

So many different ways for Ss to access materials. Goal though to teach Ss to evaluate and find their own #worldgeochat

In reply to @EmilyLepkowski1

Jim_dEntremont May 2 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Different printing runs. #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @classroomtools, @cheffernan75, @alut2014

ms_greencvhs May 2 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Very true! #worldgeochat

In reply to @jmattmiller, @Newsela

JeremyDBond May 2 @ 9:19 PM EDT

But last year I remember... they used a lot of maps, and I loved quizzing her on them. #worldgeochat

In reply to @classroomtools

jmgarner2003 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2 - reliable, updated resources for both Ts and Ss. @ChoicesProgram @Newsela @facinghistory all have great sources #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:19 PM EDT

I was part of a team of educators that developed these questions together as an answer to ditching the textbook #worldgeochat

In reply to @GlobetoGoEd, @SamMandeville, @MPattenhouse

MsIppolito May 2 @ 9:20 PM EDT

that would be very interesting #worldgeochat

In reply to @classroomtools

alut2014 May 2 @ 9:20 PM EDT

In mine, they are labeled as Sudan. No mention of the pre-existing tension between the two. #worldgeochat

In reply to @classroomtools, @cheffernan75

Jim_dEntremont May 2 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Around the time the country split. #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @alut2014, @classroomtools, @cheffernan75

jjanikis May 2 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Access is very important. Something that will also validate their past experiences #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsTurner1027

EduBoyle May 2 @ 9:20 PM EDT

My amazing @Newsela colleagues killing it on #worldgeochat

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Finding the appropriate resources that can help guide students through your standards. Agreed! #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHonish

JohnHRaby May 2 @ 9:20 PM EDT

I noticed @Newsela on the list. Do you have the Pro subscription? #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77, @Newsela

MrCummingsJJH May 2 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Both. Ts make a text set of important sources and then model proper researching skills for Ss to learn 2 find sources themself #worldgeochat

In reply to @Jim_dEntremont, @EmilyLepkowski1

teachpluralism May 2 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2: know your curriculum! what essential understandings are you going for? Also, resources that work for your Ss + content #worldgeochat

KelseyTorpey May 2 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Q2 factually incorrect & morally wrong 2 give 2 Ss example- my world hist text by @PearsonNorthAm @pearson #latentracisim #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:21 PM EDT

I want to work at @newsela! What a happy family! :) #worldgeochat

EduBoyle May 2 @ 9:20 PM EDT

My amazing @Newsela colleagues killing it on #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:21 PM EDT

That #worldgeochat moment when you notice you're 52 posts behind on the feed....

MsHolmesTeach May 2 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Yes! Often bring in other sources (esp PS) & compare to what textbook says. Difference in tone is sometimes startling! #worldgeochat

In reply to @mgevans450

jmattmiller May 2 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Ditching textbooks doesn't mean you have to go TOTALLY digital ... https://t.co/ChsnvjEP9e #worldgeochat #DitchBook

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:22 PM EDT

YUP! YUP! YUP! #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs

ecasey77 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:22 PM EDT

So glad you can make it tonight! @Newsela is the 1st place my Ss go for current events and so much more! Awesome! #worldgeochat

In reply to @EduBoyle, @Newsela, @Newsela

WeirMB May 2 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A2 believe you really just need strong understanding of content, plan well & rely on quality org / Ts many joining us tonight! #worldgeochat

TheShoe_CMS May 2 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Agreed. If we don't know our curriculum w/o a textbook for reference, we probably need to rethink approach, in my opinion. #worldgeochat

In reply to @teachpluralism

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Welcome in @jmattmiller! The man who literally wrote the book on Ditching Textbooks! #worldgeochat #DitchBook

ms_greencvhs May 2 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A2: Finding resources that support the curriculum #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:22 PM EDT

You guys buying rounds next time? Maybe at @NCGE1915 2017? We will be presenting our story! #worldgeochat

In reply to @EduBoyle, @Newsela, @NCGE1915

mrterborg May 2 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Your librarian (should you be fortunate to have one) can help here. #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @JohnHonish

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:23 PM EDT

How would you help newer teachers who are still being taught from textbooks and getting familiar with curriculum? #worldgeochat

In reply to @TheShoe_CMS, @teachpluralism

MsHolmesTeach May 2 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A2 Need to know how to find sources/plan where you're going. Many see book as guide for year; need to make own guide w/o book. #worldgeochat

CHitch94 May 2 @ 9:23 PM EDT

What the heck?!? That is so weird. Why are "European historians" emphasized? #worldgeochat

In reply to @KelseyTorpey, @PearsonNorthAm, @pearson

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:23 PM EDT

#strugglecity (sometimes!) #worldgeochat

In reply to @ms_greencvhs

6thgradersrule May 2 @ 9:23 PM EDT

#Worldgeochat a2 As a World Culture teacher, I need to inspire my kids to travel and see the world. The textbook limits photo ops.

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:23 PM EDT

And #worldgeochat is trending.

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Q3 #worldgeochat

mrterborg May 2 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Check out #primarysources, Google Earth Pro, and let Ss use texts as reference materials. #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @cartokurtis

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Q3 is coming up! And its where some great sharing will happen!!! #worldgeochat

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:24 PM EDT

YAHOO!!!! #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:23 PM EDT

And #worldgeochat is trending.

EmilyLepkowski1 May 2 @ 9:24 PM EDT

@SamMandeville This is a great ? &a it starts with ? What is missing... #worldgeochat

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:23 PM EDT

How would you help newer teachers who are still being taught from textbooks and getting familiar with curriculum? #worldgeochat
In reply to @TheShoe_CMS, @teachpluralism

jmgarner2003 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:24 PM EDT

We have the best media specialist at my school. She always has the best resource suggestions. #worldgeochat

In reply to @mrterborg, @SamMandeville, @JohnHonish

NatGeoEducation May 2 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Did someone say Vikings? Did you see our current event blog this morning? #worldgeochat https://t.co/VHezOCYMfh

In reply to @MsHolmesTeach, @cheffernan75

ms_greencvhs May 2 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Maybe by giving them a guide of the topics to touch on & standards to then look for the resources else where...? #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @TheShoe_CMS, @teachpluralism

JohnHonish May 2 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A3: primary source docs (although some textbooks do have a focus on those) #worldgeochat

mrterborg May 2 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Show them one or two tools / sources. Ease them in. #worldgeochat Oh, model it too. Teach a class for them, if possible.

In reply to @SamMandeville, @TheShoe_CMS, @teachpluralism

caranowou May 2 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Ken from Western Oregon Univ. just arriving #worldgeochat

cartokurtis May 2 @ 9:25 PM EDT

FireColbert... good luck winning that one. #worldgeochat. HA

In reply to @cheffernan75

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:25 PM EDT

You realize I might have to hold you to that.... #worldgeochat ;p

In reply to @Newsela, @EduBoyle, @NCGE1915

Tylerteacherman May 2 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A3. That is too long a list for a tweet. Journal articles, natgeo, videos, ted talks, etc. #ltc8800 #worldgeochat

portie_c May 2 @ 9:25 PM EDT

#worldgeochat

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:25 PM EDT

We don't have a full-time media specialist. If we do, it needs to be promoted more at our school (and I need to be asking) #worldgeochat

In reply to @jmgarner2003, @mrterborg, @JohnHonish

MsHolmesTeach May 2 @ 9:25 PM EDT

What does she study in 7th social studies? My Ss do world history w geo embedded, so we use maps as they correlate w history. #worldgeochat

In reply to @JeremyDBond, @classroomtools

TheShoe_CMS May 2 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Textbooks are great for Ts getting familiar w/concepts, but Ts can't stop there. We've got to model for our Ss & explore #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @teachpluralism

stephensonmused May 2 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A2: Know what you're teaching, rather specifically, over a term. The curriculum + accompanying resources should be solid. #worldgeochat

JohnHRaby May 2 @ 9:26 PM EDT

I spoke on the phone w/ one of your colleagues already. You've got a great product but it's pricey for my school. #worldgeochat

In reply to @walt_peters, @ecasey77, @Newsela

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:26 PM EDT

RT Q3 #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Q3 #worldgeochat

Jim_dEntremont May 2 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Agreed. Using computer or library, a Tcan find nondigital sources to share w/Ss. Takes me back to the turn of the century #worldgeochat

In reply to @jmattmiller

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Great example John! Primary sources are perhaps the BEST sources for Ss! #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHonish

LFU_MissCox May 2 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Jumping in late #worldgeochat ... sorry! Gonna catch up real quick!

caranowou May 2 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A1 It’s one source among many that students can use to analyze for author bias, messages, etc #worldgeochat

MsHolmesTeach May 2 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Love it! This may be a part of our discussion this week. Ss are fascinated by Vikings! #worldgeochat

In reply to @NatGeoEducation, @cheffernan75

mrterborg May 2 @ 9:27 PM EDT

At least you have a part time specialist, but yes. Advocate for us. I'm one. We do books (still essential) and now tech. #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @jmgarner2003, @JohnHonish

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:27 PM EDT

RT Q3 #worldgeochat

alut2014 May 2 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Our county subscribes to an amazing database called @CultureGrams. I would direct them there. Also, share materials!! #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @TheShoe_CMS, @teachpluralism, @CultureGrams

n_LODDERHOSE May 2 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3: Huge fan of Ss analyzing primary sources, national archives is an amazing resource #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:27 PM EDT

I like to show students old, out-of-date atlases from the 19th century. How did people see the world back then? #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75, @JohnHonish

mrscmacc May 2 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Just got here #worldgeochat but excited to jump in!!

JohnHRaby May 2 @ 9:27 PM EDT

We're still examining it. We may need to pilot for free for a year to demonstrate that we would benefit from going Pro. #worldgeochat

In reply to @walt_peters, @ecasey77, @Newsela

storiestoldinsf May 2 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3: We love @Newsela! #worldgeochat

Jessicaraealt May 2 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3 We used some primary source reference books or from Library of Congress. As many primary sources as we could find. #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Q3 #worldgeochat

mgevans450 May 2 @ 9:27 PM EDT

@DBQProject @ChoicesProgram @Maps101 @Esri have some great resources for human geography #worldgeochat

NewseumED May 2 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3 Go across media types with primary sources: compare print and film media on a subject https://t.co/X1oEoiRiGy #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:27 PM EDT

RT Q3 #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:27 PM EDT

RT Q3 #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A3) Maps, images, infographs, stats, videos, literature, primary sources are a few #worldgeochat

stephensonmused May 2 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A3: Collected articles in a course packet like we used to get in college (Well, college in the 90's! Do they still use those?) #worldgeochat

6thgradersrule May 2 @ 9:28 PM EDT

#Worldgeochat a3 other text based... blogs, articles, TedTalks.... twitter..... & of course the cia factbook is always swoon worthy.

caranowou May 2 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A3 Text comes in multiple forms! Maps, political cartoons, photos, audio/visual, literature (i.e. graphic novels), etc. #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Ahh yes! @CultureGrams is a good friend of #worldgeochat! They have so much great info!

In reply to @alut2014, @SamMandeville, @TheShoe_CMS, @teachpluralism, @CultureGrams, @CultureGrams

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A3: I'm a huge fan of historical literature. Using digital maps, #GoogleEarth, etc. #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75

jjanikis May 2 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A3 @Newsela @NewsHourExtra @vicpasquantonio #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Q3 #worldgeochat

mrterborg May 2 @ 9:28 PM EDT

#primarysources, Library of Congress, @SmithsonianLab, Safari Montage, more, much more. #worldgeochat Personal photos from trips.

In reply to @Tylerteacherman, @SmithsonianLab

cartokurtis May 2 @ 9:28 PM EDT

I was a student who would then take those old maps and draw my own transportation lines and such on them #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs, @cheffernan75, @JohnHonish

NatGeoEducation May 2 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Primary sources FTW! Our pals @USNatArchives have fantastic resources at DocsTeach. #worldgeochat https://t.co/Bg3WXc0ZwI

In reply to @mrterborg, @SamMandeville, @cartokurtis, @USNatArchives

MsTurner1027 May 2 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A3: Primary Source Docs, News articles, Ted Talks, political cartoons, documentaries, comic, there are so many! #worldgeochat

TheShoe_CMS May 2 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Connect them w/#worldgeochat, #sschat, #engchat, etc. Host #OER professional development. Connect w/Ts leaders in the building #worldgeochat

In reply to @ms_greencvhs, @SamMandeville, @teachpluralism

MsHolmesTeach May 2 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Um what about the trading kingdoms of Ghana, Mali, and Songhai? Mansa Musa? The gold and salt trade?? #worldgeochat

In reply to @KelseyTorpey, @cheffernan75, @PearsonNorthAm, @pearson

LFU_MissCox May 2 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A3: the Hemispheres collection from UTexas is pretty good ... interesting topics with varied texts & activities #worldgeochat

MrCummingsJJH May 2 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A3: It may seem pretty basic, but Google. What can a textbook tell you that google cant? Primary sources, nonfiction articles #worldgeochat

ms_greencvhs May 2 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A3: Primary sources, old atlas, and globes, old research, news articles, political cartoons #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:29 PM EDT

The @librarycongress has SOOOO many great primary sources AND organizers for them! #worldgeochat

In reply to @Jessicaraealt, @librarycongress

alut2014 May 2 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Yes, we did a @DBQProject on Colonization of Africa and the Ss spent an entire day discussing the maps. Very fun and engaging. #worldgeochat

In reply to @WeirMB, @ecasey77, @SamMandeville, @classroomtools, @cheffernan75, @DBQProject

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A3: National Geographic, anyone? Bueller? Anyone? #worldgeochat

mgevans450 May 2 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A3 @DBQProject @ChoicesProgram @Esri and @maps101 have some great resources for human geography #worldgeochat

GlobetoGoEd May 2 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A3: National Geographic @NatGeoEducation #worldgeochat

CHuckeba May 2 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Lucky resource for you! I had a great librarian and media specialist at my previous district, right @JulieMosty1 and @jparker6 #worldgeochat

In reply to @jmgarner2003, @mrterborg, @SamMandeville, @JohnHonish, @JulieMosty1, @jparker6

jjanikis May 2 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Primary sources are 🔑 and free! #worldgeochat

In reply to @Jessicaraealt

ecasey77 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:29 PM EDT

@CultureGrams is awesome! We are fortunate that our district subscribes. Very accessible & engaging website for Ss! #worldgeochat

In reply to @alut2014, @SamMandeville, @TheShoe_CMS, @teachpluralism, @CultureGrams, @CultureGrams

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:29 PM EDT

And this is why we love @NewseumED! A wealth of info for #worldgeochat!

NewseumED May 2 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3 Go across media types with primary sources: compare print and film media on a subject https://t.co/X1oEoiRiGy #worldgeochat

alut2014 May 2 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Love them! We are doing a project with it right now. #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75, @SamMandeville, @TheShoe_CMS, @teachpluralism, @CultureGrams

rdroraback8 May 2 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Have you seen asking tougher questions impact student's comprehension in the long run? #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Teaching students how to use Google appropriately is key though. Much agreed!! #worldgeochat

In reply to @MrCummingsJJH

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:29 PM EDT

exactly! #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHonish, @cheffernan75

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:30 PM EDT

How do you use blogs with Ss? Just curious. :) #worldgeochat

In reply to @6thgradersrule

MrCummingsJJH May 2 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A3: cont commonlit, Ted talks, newsela, netflix documentaries, primary source databases, google earth. #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:30 PM EDT

I need to use more DBQs next year! #worldgeochat

In reply to @alut2014, @WeirMB, @SamMandeville, @classroomtools, @cheffernan75, @DBQProject

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Thats awesome, Kurtis! #worldgeochat Let Ss explore their own imaginations of how things could/should have played out

In reply to @cartokurtis, @cheffernan75, @JohnHonish

cartokurtis May 2 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A3: a bit of a fish out of water this chat. But I relied on youtube for lectures by professors and conferences/panels. 1/ #worldgeochat

CHuckeba May 2 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Yes! Docs Teach is a great resource! #worldgeochat

NatGeoEducation May 2 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Primary sources FTW! Our pals @USNatArchives have fantastic resources at DocsTeach. #worldgeochat https://t.co/Bg3WXc0ZwI
In reply to @mrterborg, @SamMandeville, @cartokurtis, @USNatArchives

mrterborg May 2 @ 9:31 PM EDT

They're a great way for setting up student led discussions from PK/K on. #worldgeochat

In reply to @jjanikis, @Jessicaraealt

TheShoe_CMS May 2 @ 9:31 PM EDT

@LOCMaps @SmithsonianLab @PBSLrnMedia primary sources, blogs like @thejuntoblog, podcasts "Ben Franklin's World @lizcovart. #worldgeochat

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Agreed! Me too!! DBQ of the week?? Putting it on the summer "to think" list #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77, @alut2014, @WeirMB, @classroomtools, @cheffernan75, @DBQProject

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:31 PM EDT

You've earned a gold star again. #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsHolmesTeach, @KelseyTorpey, @PearsonNorthAm, @pearson

ChoicesProgram May 2 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A3-Our PD team put together a list of lessons within our curriculum units that have geo connections https://t.co/CNKMjYiclE #worldgeochat

NatGeoEducation May 2 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A3 We've got MapMaker Kits that are AWESOME and useful across all sorts of disciplines. #worldgeochat https://t.co/eBDoaYAs2K

Jim_dEntremont May 2 @ 9:31 PM EDT

We have no media specialist....wait...every teacher is their own media specialist. #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @jmgarner2003, @mrterborg, @JohnHonish

Jessicaraealt May 2 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Also, check out @BooksThatGrow for primary sources differentiated at different ready levels. No, you did not read that wrong. #worldgeochat

Jessicaraealt May 2 @ 9:27 PM EDT
A3 We used some primary source reference books or from Library of Congress. As many primary sources as we could find. #worldgeochat
- cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:24 PM EDT
  
  Q3 #worldgeochat

mrterborg May 2 @ 9:31 PM EDT

I've used LOC maps in 5th grade. Had wonderful discussions. #worldgeochat

In reply to @alut2014, @WeirMB, @ecasey77, @SamMandeville, @classroomtools, @cheffernan75, @DBQProject

JohnHonish May 2 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A3 @nytimes linked from @playfanschool for current events too #worldgeochat

cartokurtis May 2 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A3: seeing their emotions outside of a class, or even outside their own classes, was always inspiring to me. #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Oooh. I don't think I've seen that one from @DBQProject! Need to beg them for a peek! :) #worldgeochat

In reply to @alut2014, @WeirMB, @ecasey77, @SamMandeville, @classroomtools, @DBQProject, @DBQProject

jmattmiller May 2 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Looking for ideas, #worldgeochat? I have an ebook full of them here: https://t.co/OE0W4AqlGp #DitchBook

LFU_MissCox May 2 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A3: using novels is a great idea to consider & it gives you a chance to create cross-curricular work #worldgeochat

cartokurtis May 2 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A3: seeing their emotions outside of a class, or even outside their own classes, was always inspiring to me. #worldgeochat 2/2

NewseumED May 2 @ 9:32 PM EDT

What about non-print artifacts as tools for analysis? https://t.co/ToSBGZJHUz #worldgeochat

In reply to @caranowou

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:32 PM EDT

'tougher' is a loaded word. Think about helping Ss develop the capacity 2 ask increasingly more complicated Qs+then reflect #worldgeochat

In reply to @rdroraback8

MsIppolito May 2 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A3 of course @Newsela, @NatGeoEducation @thenfb, and cnn student news #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Yes! How to search, and refine their search, and evaluate what they find! Databases such as EBSCO are also very helpful. #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @MrCummingsJJH

6thgradersrule May 2 @ 9:32 PM EDT

We annotate the texts. Love using Andrew's stuff because it's real time, easy to read, and vetted. https://t.co/blyLtyPllP #worldgeochat a3

In reply to @cheffernan75

JohnHRaby May 2 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A3: I like the @ChoicesProgram materials but they are tough for many Ss to understand. #worldgeochat

classroomtools May 2 @ 9:32 PM EDT

I used to think that until I met a spectacularly great media specialist. I learned so much from him. #worldgeochat

In reply to @Jim_dEntremont, @SamMandeville, @jmgarner2003, @mrterborg, @JohnHonish

mrterborg May 2 @ 9:32 PM EDT

It all depends on how one searches. Textbooks were/are valid, not everything in G is. #worldgeochat

In reply to @MrCummingsJJH

NatGeoEducation May 2 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A3 We have a new inquiry-based study guide every day on our blog! All sorts of current events. #worldgeochat https://t.co/PCSRgcfzgA

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:32 PM EDT

How have we been working with @NatGeoEducation and NOT known about the encyclopedia they have????? #worldgeochat

NatGeoEducation May 2 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A3 We've got a great encyclopedia! https://t.co/CnJFQeCMc1
In reply to @cheffernan75

CHuckeba May 2 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Agreed! I know a tchr who is always using the librarian as a resource for her Geo class.Great way to expose stdts to cultures! #worldgeochat

In reply to @mrterborg, @SamMandeville, @JohnHonish

le_reitz May 2 @ 9:32 PM EDT

New York Times Upfront is a go-to for quality and integrated primary sources, as is @Newsela @googleearth @NatGeoEducation #worldgeochat

alut2014 May 2 @ 9:32 PM EDT

It is one of my favorites, along with the Gandhi DBQ! #worldgeochat

In reply to @WeirMB, @ecasey77, @SamMandeville, @classroomtools, @cheffernan75, @DBQProject

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Q4 #worldgeochat

mrterborg May 2 @ 9:33 PM EDT

I'd use whatever electronic resources your school/public library has to offer. #worldgeochat

In reply to @MrCummingsJJH

JohnHRaby May 2 @ 9:33 PM EDT

@DBQProject is definitely good for that. #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77, @alut2014, @WeirMB, @SamMandeville, @classroomtools, @cheffernan75, @DBQProject, @DBQProject

TheShoe_CMS May 2 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Absolutely. So much available for free. Some Ts think they alone should hold knowledge or rely on one source #worldgeochat

In reply to @cartokurtis

jmgarner2003 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A3 @nytimes @washingtonpost @DBQProject @newsela @librarycongress and all my #worldgeochat friends.

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Will definitely use this all year next year. Focusing more on current events for the 2017/18 year thanks to @FANgeopolitics! #worldgeochat

NatGeoEducation May 2 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A3 We have a new inquiry-based study guide every day on our blog! All sorts of current events. #worldgeochat https://t.co/PCSRgcfzgA

MsTurner1027 May 2 @ 9:33 PM EDT

I love seminars. Students are super engaged and often go out and find their own resources to build their knowledge. #worldgeochat

mrterborg May 2 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Err. no. Just no. :) #worldgeochat That's kind of like saying every adult can teach.

In reply to @Jim_dEntremont, @SamMandeville, @jmgarner2003, @JohnHonish

Newsela May 2 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Get @newsela certified. There's a world of possibility w/ @Newsela, @NatGeoEducation + #worldgeochat: https://t.co/zH0UjKcuvV

TheShoe_CMS May 2 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Yep. Fan of this idea. #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @ecasey77, @alut2014, @WeirMB, @classroomtools, @cheffernan75, @DBQProject

MsIppolito May 2 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Have to check this out #worldgeochat

NatGeoEducation May 2 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A3 We have a new inquiry-based study guide every day on our blog! All sorts of current events. #worldgeochat https://t.co/PCSRgcfzgA

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:34 PM EDT

It is key to teach Ss how to search, not just let them search. efficient keyword usage, et al #worldgeochat

In reply to @mrterborg, @MrCummingsJJH

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Rt Q4 #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Q4 #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:34 PM EDT

RT Q4 #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Q4 #worldgeochat

JohnHRaby May 2 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Any thoughts of putting together curriculum units at different levels? #worldgeochat

In reply to @ChoicesProgram

ms_greencvhs May 2 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Awesome!! Will definitely look into this! #worldgeochat

NatGeoEducation May 2 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A3 We have a new inquiry-based study guide every day on our blog! All sorts of current events. #worldgeochat https://t.co/PCSRgcfzgA

Tylerteacherman May 2 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A4 primary source analysis! Have them read or compare maps and articles to come to their own conclusions. #ltc8800 #worldgeochat

bmdbq6 May 2 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A4: primary source documents and DBQ's #worldgeochat

caranowou May 2 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A4 Analyze other primary & secondary sources (observe, reflect, question) #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:34 PM EDT

In hindsight, someone should have kept a running list of all these resources that have been shared! #worldgeochat

mrscmacc May 2 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A3: @Gilder_Lehrman has some great primary source resources & lessons too #worldgeochat

jmattmiller May 2 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Yes sir! Glad to pop in a bit! #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75

CHuckeba May 2 @ 9:34 PM EDT

And @SHEG_Stanford has some great resources as well! #worldgeochat

In reply to @le_reitz, @Newsela, @googleearth, @NatGeoEducation, @SHEG_Stanford

alut2014 May 2 @ 9:35 PM EDT

As a T in a co-taught setting, I have loved @Newsela. We can all read the same content at our own reading level. #worldgeochat

In reply to @le_reitz, @Newsela, @googleearth, @NatGeoEducation, @Newsela

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Yes please! Definitely going to look more into this :) #worldgeochat

In reply to @Newsela, @NatGeoEducation

LFU_MissCox May 2 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A4: foldables in interactive journals, blogs for reflection & creating review games ... just to name a few #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A4) Teach reading and writing strategies, writing, evaluating sources, inquiry units, mapping labs, creating #worldgeochat

jmattmiller May 2 @ 9:35 PM EDT

My pleasure Sam! #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville

caranowou May 2 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Great point!! #worldgeochat

In reply to @NewseumED

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:35 PM EDT

THANK YOU @ChoicesProgram! This is so great! #worldgeochat

ChoicesProgram May 2 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A3-Our PD team put together a list of lessons within our curriculum units that have geo connections https://t.co/CNKMjYiclE #worldgeochat

MrCummingsJJH May 2 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A4: Annotating the text, generating research questions that take you from one text to another. #worldgeochat

teachpluralism May 2 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A3: we love @Newsela, especially their #primarysources + #famousspeeches. Ss can read at their level +work w/original texts! #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Reflection is the key #worldgeochat

caranowou May 2 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A4 Analyze other primary & secondary sources (observe, reflect, question) #worldgeochat

NewseumED May 2 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A4 Compare historical fiction in film and books to the actual history to build context. https://t.co/XPeyPUwzBM #worldgeochat

NatGeoEducation May 2 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Some of the classiest, most coherent lesson plans out there these days (*cough*that aren't ours) are from @goproject. #worldgeochat

MsTurner1027 May 2 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A4: DBQ, Performance Tasks, Seminars, PBL projects, I've had Ss speed date to learn important people in history #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:36 PM EDT

RT Q4 #worldgeochat

JohnHRaby May 2 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A4: Anything not found on a worksheet. #worldgeochat

schweitzerAPHG May 2 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Have S's highlight and insert textbook vocabulary terms into articles from @NatGeo or any other relatable source. #worldgeochat

Jim_dEntremont May 2 @ 9:36 PM EDT

The reality of our situation is that we must make do with whatever we can do without a media specialist. #worldgeochat

In reply to @mrterborg, @SamMandeville, @jmgarner2003, @JohnHonish

alut2014 May 2 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Agreed, I love CIA World Facebook. I could always use new resources. #worldgeochat

In reply to @Tylerteacherman

JohnHRaby May 2 @ 9:36 PM EDT

That's the answer but it's also a lot of time. #worldgeochat

In reply to @jmgarner2003, @ChoicesProgram

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:36 PM EDT

I keep falling further and further behind in #worldgeochat! Signs of a great chat with so many #ditchbook resources!

NatGeoEducation May 2 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A4 We have great, standards-aligned activities! #worldgeochat https://t.co/V1tcBffGvU

ChoicesProgram May 2 @ 9:37 PM EDT

It's is definitely on our radar as something to think about. #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHRaby

mrscmacc May 2 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A4: Writing to learn. Invite Ss to engage in persuasive civic writing using resources and sources in & outside of textbook #worldgeochat

GoobyCooper May 2 @ 9:37 PM EDT

End of notes #worldgeochat

caranowou May 2 @ 9:37 PM EDT

absolutely! And ongoing! #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs

TheShoe_CMS May 2 @ 9:37 PM EDT

#worldgeochat

cultofpedagogy Apr 30 @ 6:05 PM EDT

When We All Teach Text Structures, Everyone Wins https://t.co/so4IGB4qNI #sschat #ccss #ILAchat #ELAchat

6thgradersrule May 2 @ 9:37 PM EDT

#worldgeochat a4 replacing textbook skill activities. DBQ, PBL, things-without-acroynms...

mrterborg May 2 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Also British Museum & Library, Ancient History site: https://t.co/MnxmHmOLFy, & the Rijksmuseum https://t.co/PkBsNGlbwg #worldgeochat

In reply to @WeirMB, @alut2014, @ecasey77, @SamMandeville, @classroomtools, @cheffernan75, @DBQProject, @librarycongress

ecasey77 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Definitely! When primary sources were added to the site I was thrilled! #worldgeochat

In reply to @teachpluralism, @Newsela

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:37 PM EDT

7th graders find CIA World Factbook hard to navigate. Modeling is key here, but even that sometimes doesn't 100% help #worldgeochat

In reply to @alut2014, @Tylerteacherman

MsIppolito May 2 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Mini and major inquiry. Teaches reading, writing, critical thinking and ss are more engaged when qs come from them. #worldgeochat

JohnHonish May 2 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A4: maybe it's not about replicating textbook skills elsewhere. Part of the shift is to change from consumer to creator #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:37 PM EDT

#worldgeochat standards aligned.... yeah. thats cool. :)

NatGeoEducation May 2 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A4 We have great, standards-aligned activities! #worldgeochat https://t.co/V1tcBffGvU

jmattmiller May 2 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Google has some of the COOLEST mapping tools for geography! https://t.co/aA2CXNGWqL #WorldGeoChat #DitchBook

mrterborg May 2 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Can't argue there. Advocate, beg, tweet, etc. Also use your public library. #worldgeochat

In reply to @Jim_dEntremont, @SamMandeville, @jmgarner2003, @JohnHonish

MrCummingsJJH May 2 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A4 cont: Anything that gets kids away from thinking there is one right answer or source of information. Student led inquires #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A4 Anything you can do with a text, you can do with ANY OTHER PIECE OF TEXT! Central idea, Fact/opinion, POV, discussions ALL! #worldgeochat

NewseumED May 2 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A4 Take on historical roles with a primary source based case study and debate. Connect current issues. https://t.co/WfLOrs2LGm #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Agreed! Getting students to ask their own questions and driving their learning is so important! #worldgeochat

In reply to @MrCummingsJJH

alut2014 May 2 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Yes, sometimes it is information overload for them! #worldgeochat Have you use any simpler resources? I could use some fresh ideas.

In reply to @SamMandeville, @Tylerteacherman

6thgradersrule May 2 @ 9:38 PM EDT

#worldgeochat a4 Analyzing text, documents, and images. We don't do enough of that. We don't do enough of all of it.

JohnHRaby May 2 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Get the @Brown_MATeacher working for you. That's where I first learned about Choices. #worldgeochat

In reply to @ChoicesProgram, @Brown_MATeacher

mrterborg May 2 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Wasn't trying to make light of your situation. it's far too frequent, I'm afraid. #worldgeochat

In reply to @Jim_dEntremont, @SamMandeville, @jmgarner2003, @JohnHonish

CHuckeba May 2 @ 9:38 PM EDT

@GeographyMayde @CoachGarnerMC Have y'all seen this list? #worldgeochat @Amanda_Ankney #katyisdss

ChoicesProgram May 2 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A3-Our PD team put together a list of lessons within our curriculum units that have geo connections https://t.co/CNKMjYiclE #worldgeochat

mrscmacc May 2 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Love love love the speed dating idea 😍 #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsTurner1027

ms_greencvhs May 2 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A4: Give Ss an opportunity to problem solve & actually working w/ the material instead of copying what they see #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:38 PM EDT

If Ts started 'grading' Ss only on their reflections..... we might actually see something magical happen #worldgeochat

In reply to @caranowou

TheShoe_CMS May 2 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A4. Many of the skills practiced in a textbook can be practiced on images, video, music, material culture, etc. #worldgeochat

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:39 PM EDT

There's https://t.co/Iv5Yxw6mfR where they can find exactly what they're looking for #worldgeochat

In reply to @alut2014, @Tylerteacherman

JeremyDBond May 2 @ 9:39 PM EDT

I think similar. She's on India now, she did China. Talked about her writeup on the 1-child policy, clarified Communism. #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsHolmesTeach, @classroomtools

teachpluralism May 2 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A4: Ss can annotate + make connections, write a summary, look for author's bias, find + define words using context + more! #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Favorite activity to do with a primary source. Go! #worldgeochat

Jim_dEntremont May 2 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Our local college library is very helpful, too. #worldgeochat

In reply to @mrterborg, @SamMandeville, @jmgarner2003, @JohnHonish

alut2014 May 2 @ 9:39 PM EDT

You're right, but when I have done it, I have had great success. That is something I could improve on next year. #worldgeochat

6thgradersrule May 2 @ 9:38 PM EDT

#worldgeochat a4 Analyzing text, documents, and images. We don't do enough of that. We don't do enough of all of it.

ecasey77 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:39 PM EDT

When you say mini inquiries do you mean a class period Laura? #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsIppolito

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Tell us more about the Speed Dating! #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsTurner1027

MsTurner1027 May 2 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Its one of my favorite things to do with my students. They get super into it, and they have to justify their "perfect match" #worldgeochat

In reply to @mrscmacc

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:39 PM EDT

mark it up! #worldgeochat

In reply to @TheShoe_CMS

cartokurtis May 2 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Are mapping tools for anything else? haha :P I really like how fluid ESRI is getting across modes too. #worldgeochat

In reply to @jmattmiller

6thgradersrule May 2 @ 9:39 PM EDT

#worldgeochat a4 I'm doing #TxLessonStudy w/ a focus on building bar graphs from tables. Kids didn't know how to build BG! It was a shock.

massignmenthelp May 2 @ 9:40 PM EDT

#ECEchat #learnbps #edchat #edtech #spanstuchat #worldgeochat Tips for Learning Mathematics to Students https://t.co/4jSNAvgzTZ

AssignmentHelpN May 2 @ 9:40 PM EDT

#ECEchat #learnbps #edchat #edtech #spanstuchat #worldgeochat 9 Points Professors Look for in a Term Paper https://t.co/TIlvLrRta3

WeirMB May 2 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A4 Just about any activity requires planning & structure - inquiry based, solutions based, Socratic seminars, small group work #worldgeochat

mrscmacc May 2 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Love this. So much more learning happens when Ss are not on the receiving end. #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHonish

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:40 PM EDT

kinda like having an entrepreneur give a 30sec elevator pitch to get funded #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsTurner1027, @mrscmacc

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:40 PM EDT

We'd love it! I think I speak for all of #worldgeochat

In reply to @ChoicesProgram, @JohnHRaby

ecasey77 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Bring in stats is so important, yet must teach the vocab and what they mean. Like borders they are constantly fluctuating too #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @alut2014, @Tylerteacherman

Jim_dEntremont May 2 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Didn't think you were, but wanted to clarify. #worldgeochat

In reply to @mrterborg, @SamMandeville, @jmgarner2003, @JohnHonish

TheShoe_CMS May 2 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Have Ss create their own textbook (epub or online). What better way to teach those skills? #worldgeochat

caranowou May 2 @ 9:41 PM EDT

I'm confident critical thinking skills would increase drastically! #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs

MsTurner1027 May 2 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Students research a historical figure from the time we are studying, come up with questions they want to ask, and have 90s. #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75

NatGeoEducation May 2 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Ah, @rijksmuseum! This map dress (yeah you read that right) is one of our favorite resources. #worldgeochat https://t.co/HqbK1puk6b

In reply to @mrterborg, @WeirMB, @alut2014, @ecasey77, @SamMandeville, @classroomtools, @cheffernan75, @DBQProject, @librarycongress, @rijksmuseum

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:41 PM EDT

agreed #worldgeochat

In reply to @caranowou

ms_greencvhs May 2 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Awesome idea! #worldgeochat

In reply to @TheShoe_CMS

mrterborg May 2 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Also Way Back machine and the University of North Texas' Cyber Cemetery: https://t.co/Sn0gmSRnYd https://t.co/wOwqHvAJlh #worldgeochat

In reply to @alut2014, @Tylerteacherman

MsHolmesTeach May 2 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Very cool! I don't get that far historically, but always try to clarify concepts like communism when Ss ask. #worldgeochat

In reply to @JeremyDBond, @classroomtools

MsIppolito May 2 @ 9:41 PM EDT

2/2 a see think wonder strategy to build on students questioning skills. #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Q5 #worldgeochat

Jessicaraealt May 2 @ 9:42 PM EDT

I liked a daily Google challenge - you give Ss something to find out and they have to use research skills to find it on Google #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:34 PM EDT
RT Q4 #worldgeochat
- cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:33 PM EDT
  
  Q4 #worldgeochat

le_reitz May 2 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A4. Can't get enough Socratics, Ss write their own interpretive questions; Flash-arguments and Claim-Evidence-Reasoning #worldgeochat

mrterborg May 2 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Must, unfortunately. #worldgeochat

In reply to @Jim_dEntremont, @SamMandeville, @jmgarner2003, @JohnHonish

TheShoe_CMS May 2 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Close reading & annotation or write the rest of the story. #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:42 PM EDT

#worldgeochat GOLD STAR! LOVE THIS!

MsTurner1027 May 2 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Students research a historical figure from the time we are studying, come up with questions they want to ask, and have 90s. #worldgeochat
In reply to @cheffernan75

LFU_MissCox May 2 @ 9:42 PM EDT

I've thought about this but it seem so daunting, but I guess one has to be a bit crazy to get to the genius! #worldgeochat

In reply to @TheShoe_CMS

6thgradersrule May 2 @ 9:42 PM EDT

#worldgeochat a4 I will say 1 thing about modern textbooks, online versions differentiate reading levels. That is a HUGE plus for my ELL's.

ecasey77 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:42 PM EDT

This is a gr8 idea 4 the start of the year. Assign each Ss a resource & have them speed date share out. See what is out there #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75, @MsTurner1027

teachpluralism May 2 @ 9:42 PM EDT

prep for an opinion essay, compare to a contemporary issue/view, + analyze language used for bias (I couldn't pick just one) #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Many apologies to all the great answers I'm missing! So much going on in #worldgeochat

SusanCampo May 2 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Hey #worldgeochat! Just finished a #peel21st chat on assessment. What's happening here?

MsTurner1027 May 2 @ 9:42 PM EDT

After they meet everyone, they have to propose to their perfect match, and explain why. If both say yes they have a connection #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75

caranowou May 2 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A5 Primary sources (maps, photos, etc) thru inquiry #worldgeochat

jmgarner2003 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:43 PM EDT

how could I forget https://t.co/XGFND7vgme ??? #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @alut2014, @Tylerteacherman

mrterborg May 2 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Good. I visited the local college library while still in HS. Better collection / resources. #worldgeochat

In reply to @Jim_dEntremont, @SamMandeville, @jmgarner2003, @JohnHonish

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Very @Sugatam of you! #worldgeochat

In reply to @Jessicaraealt, @Sugatam

stephensonmused May 2 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A4: Writing prompts, PBL, interdisciplinary lessons, debates...there are so many activities which can replace a textbook #worldgeochat

MsHolmesTeach May 2 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A4 I encourage content creation - film/create videos, write children's books, draw maps, research, etc. #worldgeochat

Tylerteacherman May 2 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A5 Ted talks, cartograms, and there are several website with maps showing cultural and historical info #ltc8800 #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:43 PM EDT

And teaching annotating. Trying to get Ss past just passively highlighting or underlining. Modeling how is important. #worldgeochat

In reply to @TheShoe_CMS, @cheffernan75

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Talking about Ditching Geography Textbooks tonight! #worldgeochat

In reply to @SusanCampo

ChoicesProgram May 2 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Has anyone watched any of our videos? How has Afghanistan's geography affected its history? #worldgeochat https://t.co/4CjhBytEp8

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:44 PM EDT

@ProfessorMike1 and @GarthHolman had students create their own online textbook for history https://t.co/VgMxRtzAmn #worldgeochat

In reply to @TheShoe_CMS, @ProfessorMike1, @GarthHolman

CHuckeba May 2 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Highlight, ask questions, discuss pov, determine context, compare, write the other side, find a matching pol cartoon, etc. #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75

NatGeoEducation May 2 @ 9:44 PM EDT

YES! We did a kind of humorless but insightful read on a Thomas Nast cartoon on Santa in a Union camp. #worldgeochat https://t.co/JkHhfP3WZt

In reply to @JohnHonish, @cheffernan75

mrterborg May 2 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Classroom discussions, shape finding activities, #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75

caranowou May 2 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A5B Also, bring in people from other countries/cultures via videoconferencing, outside speakers #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Awesome Jen! I don't think I ever saw this one! #worldgeochat

In reply to @jmgarner2003, @SamMandeville, @alut2014, @Tylerteacherman

rdroraback8 May 2 @ 9:44 PM EDT

never a bad idea to teach Ss how to evaluate and comprehend sources! Great advice, thanks! #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77

JohnHonish May 2 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A5: I began flipped classroom, created videos with questions on @EDpuzzle to fill gaps from text #worldgeochat https://t.co/cxNRYOx1G0

MsIppolito May 2 @ 9:44 PM EDT

glad to see more peel teachers joining #worldgeochat

In reply to @SusanCampo

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A5 Non text resources? Music from @GetSoundsAround playlists! Everything that @goodglobalcitiz does for @projectexplorer #worldgeochat

NewseumED May 2 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A5 Analyze protest art, see how unfamiliar pop culture of the past is to us now https://t.co/IQfSq4QIX6 #worldgeochat

mrterborg May 2 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Fav. St conversation Rev War -> Civil War -> Star Wars 3D (All appropriately woven into conversation. #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75

cartokurtis May 2 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A5:I really like the digital world and open-source/commons information/I volunteer with https://t.co/xml14sQWDi awesome source #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:45 PM EDT

RT Q5 #worldgeochat

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:45 PM EDT

RT Q5 #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Q5 #worldgeochat

lweyerich May 2 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A5. political cartoons, artwork and music are my favorite ways to switch things up from the usual text sources #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75

SusanCampo May 2 @ 9:45 PM EDT

What's a textbook? JK #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Talking about Ditching Geography Textbooks tonight! #worldgeochat
In reply to @SusanCampo

MsIppolito May 2 @ 9:45 PM EDT

exactly and mystery skype! #worldgeochat

In reply to @caranowou

mrterborg May 2 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Still advocate. Students need access to pleasure reading material in school as well as all of the skills we can teach them. #worldgeochat

In reply to @Jim_dEntremont, @SamMandeville, @jmgarner2003, @JohnHonish

Jessicaraealt May 2 @ 9:45 PM EDT

It was surprisingly difficult for them! And of course I'd google in less than a minute and they thought I was a super genie. #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs, @Sugatam

ChoicesProgram May 2 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Here is another “How has Mexico’s geography affected its history?” #worldgeochat https://t.co/wNayyPCVF0

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:45 PM EDT

RT Q5 #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:45 PM EDT

RT Q5 #worldgeochat

teachpluralism May 2 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A5: Maps, charts, infographics. Also podcasts (love @Radiolab, @ThisAmerLife +@StoryCorps). And of course @brainpop! #worldgeochat

ms_greencvhs May 2 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Neat! I love this variation of speed dating!! I have Ss rotate w/ every1 sharing their info, and they write it down as they go #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsTurner1027, @cheffernan75

ecasey77 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:45 PM EDT

My annotation guide I give students https://t.co/suQJTVj31H #worldgeochat

mrscmacc May 2 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A5: Interactove maps are AWESOME. Check out this one on Jim Crow laws. https://t.co/SXjvDgAAzX #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A5: Google Earth ....(did I just say that out loud?) #worldgeochat

ms_greencvhs May 2 @ 9:46 PM EDT

How do you have them choose their match? Do you have questions? Love it!! :) #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsTurner1027, @cheffernan75

MsIppolito May 2 @ 9:46 PM EDT

such as la guernica from Pablo Picasso #worldgeochat

In reply to @NewseumED

LFU_MissCox May 2 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A5: TED talks are great! The TEDed site is great & you can even create your own! #worldgeochat

mrterborg May 2 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Ditch highlighting. #neuroscience provides evidence it doesn't work. #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77, @TheShoe_CMS, @cheffernan75

cartokurtis May 2 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A5:I enjoy the digital world with open-source/commons information.I volunteer with https://t.co/8V55OPx5nY Awesome source BTW #worldgeochat

Brown_SPS May 2 @ 9:46 PM EDT

One More “How has Turkey's geography affected its history?” https://t.co/i3QL58rKmX #worldgeochat

In reply to @ChoicesProgram

classroomtools May 2 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Drink!!! #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A5: Google Earth ....(did I just say that out loud?) #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A5) Flipped videos, hyperdocs, small group conferencing #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A5 My Ss got so much from playing with @earthoutreach! Caused them to ask a lot of Qs! https://t.co/iOJvVxk4AA #worldgeochat

caranowou May 2 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Yes! Mystery Skype! #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsIppolito

TheShoe_CMS May 2 @ 9:46 PM EDT

I've seen that. Love the other non-text elements as well. #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @ProfessorMike1, @GarthHolman

jmattmiller May 2 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Need content for Ss if you're ditching the textbooks? Some open educational resources (OERs): https://t.co/RLwX9H9eE0 #worldgeochat

MrCummingsJJH May 2 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Q5: Pictures, videos, cartoons, comics(sort of a text), infographics, music #worldgeochat

le_reitz May 2 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Often use your supplementary materials linked on your webpages- engaging videos and links! #worldgeochat

In reply to @ChoicesProgram

mrscmacc May 2 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A5: A5: Interactive maps are AWESOME. Check out this one on rise & fall of Jim Crow. https://t.co/a6pqnVDpDz… #worldgeochat

stephensonmused May 2 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A5: Music, images (WikiCommons-great resource), art collages, maps, charts, student-created documentaries #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Making things 'hard', or 'just outside their comfort zone', is where all the good stuff happens #worldgeochat

In reply to @Jessicaraealt, @Sugatam

Jim_dEntremont May 2 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A5: Go directly to the source, have Ss converse w/those who've experienced what Ss are studying. Listen to their stories. #worldgeochat

schweitzerAPHG May 2 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A5: @Esri story maps can be used give D.I. Ts can vary the order that info is presented based on ?s posed by S's #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:47 PM EDT

waaaaaaaay ahead of you #worldgeochat

In reply to @classroomtools

6thgradersrule May 2 @ 9:47 PM EDT

#worldgeochat a5 nontext instruction... comic strips & graphic novels. Plays and audio tapes. There are some great videos out there too.

GlobetoGoEd May 2 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A5: Some of my favorite films for global ed... @SalamNeighbor, Living on One Dollar, He Named Me Malala, 30 Days episodes #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:47 PM EDT

How could I have forgotten Ted Talks? We just watched this 1 yesterday! https://t.co/FRng8Z2KTr #worldgeochat

In reply to @Tylerteacherman

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Drink! #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs

ChoicesProgram May 2 @ 9:48 PM EDT

One More “How has Turkey's geography affected its history?” https://t.co/LzCKTOduXq #worldgeochat

LFU_MissCox May 2 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A5: also MyMaps is also great to trace content / current events as discussed #worldgeochat

MsHolmesTeach May 2 @ 9:48 PM EDT

This one should've been A5....🙃 #worldgeochat

MsHolmesTeach May 2 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A4 I encourage content creation - film/create videos, write children's books, draw maps, research, etc. #worldgeochat

SusanCampo May 2 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Q5 I like getting students to search twitter. Esp when starting an inquiry. What are people talking about? #digitalliteracy #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Have you met @Jessicaraealt - she'd love to hear more about penpals! #worldgeochat

In reply to @Ragbag01, @Jessicaraealt

NatGeoEducation May 2 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A5 Photography, video, maps, photography, maps, audio, photography, and did I mention maps and pictures? #worldgeochat

MrCummingsJJH May 2 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Interviewing experts! I love this! This is easier to do now that we have social media #worldgeochat

In reply to @Jim_dEntremont

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A5 I like when Ss can build their own content. Google MyMaps has done a great job with making this easy for Ss #worldgeochat

jmgarner2003 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A5 - maps, charts and my favorite non-text resource of all Ted talks @TED_ED #worldgeochat

CHitch94 May 2 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Ss in my online courses last year liked it when put videos into Zaption & then EDpuzzle. Adding context & info so helpful. #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHonish, @EDpuzzle

cartokurtis May 2 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Please, network with https://t.co/1hwqGKYg49, they have an awesome selection of open source text. #worldgeochat They should be on that list

In reply to @jmattmiller

ecasey77 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Its revamped! Differing opinions on this from our #worldgeochat moderators

In reply to @GeoSpiegs

JohnHonish May 2 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A5 plenty of games provide direct instruction too. https://t.co/p9QtXCrt1o https://t.co/PbPpoqVLgi https://t.co/OWn1hAOcWQ #worldgeochat

MsIppolito May 2 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A5 gamification ...where in the world?! #worldgeochat

ms_greencvhs May 2 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Ok, awesome!!! Thanks for sharing!! :) #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsTurner1027, @cheffernan75

MsHolmesTeach May 2 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Currently doing "March Madness" of history for bell work. Today's: who had the biggest legacy - Mongols or Conquistadors?#worldgeochat

SusanCampo May 2 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Those are fantastic. My students make @EsriStoryMaps too. #worldgeochat

In reply to @schweitzerAPHG, @Esri, @EsriStoryMaps

CHuckeba May 2 @ 9:49 PM EDT

More interactive maps here: https://t.co/ezZiahQ2Zy #worldgeochat

In reply to @mrscmacc

LFU_MissCox May 2 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A5: using VR is also great ... looking forward to integrating it into the course - Ss created & apps! #worldgeochat

mrscmacc May 2 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Best answer yet. So easy to overlook first-hand accounts and interviews, but they are so powerful for students and learning #worldgeochat

In reply to @Jim_dEntremont

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Laura, have you met @SamMandeville? She's our resident #mysteryskype geek! :) #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsIppolito, @caranowou, @SamMandeville

TheShoe_CMS May 2 @ 9:49 PM EDT

I try to frame annotation as having a conversation with someone. Conversation requires speaking & listening. #worldgeochat

In reply to @mrterborg, @ecasey77, @cheffernan75

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Yes to playfanschool! My students are OBSESSED! #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHonish

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Not necessarily different opinions... but still trying to embrace new experiences... #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77

NatGeoEducation May 2 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Fun to check in with historic figures like @LeVostreGC and @KngHnryVIII, too. #worldgeochat

In reply to @SusanCampo, @SamMandeville, @LeVostreGC, @KngHnryVIII

MrsKannekens May 2 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Have you tried https://t.co/DNYtHdGC0v ? Addicting for a #geography/social studies teacher type #worldgeochat

JeremyDBond May 2 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Trying to remember the crux of our convo... some confusion. Apparently they also discussed whether Mao was a "good" Communist! #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsHolmesTeach, @classroomtools

ecasey77 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:50 PM EDT

I didn't know about this TED talk! Thanks Chris! #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75, @Tylerteacherman

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:50 PM EDT

I need to use more podcasts in class! Not just for my own amusement! #worldgeochat

In reply to @teachpluralism, @Radiolab, @ThisAmerLife, @StoryCorps, @brainpop

EverydayTeach May 2 @ 9:50 PM EDT

RT @cheffernan75 A5 My Ss got so much from playing with @earthoutreach! Caused them to ask a lot of... https://t.co/g9m76tjzA2 #worldgeochat

GlobetoGoEd May 2 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A5: Listenwise @listenwiselearn has wonderful podcasts on a variety of global education topics #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Q6 #worldgeochat

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A5: @geoguessr is pretty awesome for forcing Ss to use contextual knowledge and find location #worldgeochat

6thgradersrule May 2 @ 9:51 PM EDT

#worldgeochat a5 NPR stories. My kids always laugh in Aug. when I'll play a clip. By May they're waiting for it. #Listen4Content

cartokurtis May 2 @ 9:51 PM EDT

There is an amazing one about a kid in C. Africa building little solar panels for his village. #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75, @Tylerteacherman

evsmomgen May 2 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Lurking tonight on the #worldgeochat. Forgive me!

Jim_dEntremont May 2 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Nothing like someone's story - told in their voice - to touch someone's heart and accelerate learning. #worldgeochat

In reply to @mrscmacc

Jessicaraealt May 2 @ 9:51 PM EDT

We also did some role playing. As an arts school, my Ss were always interested in picking up a script and putting on a costume #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs

WeirMB May 2 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A5 loved using Polical Cartoons @CagleCartoons has cartoons from all over the world Harpers Judge Puck = treasure trove #worldgeochat

SusanCampo May 2 @ 9:52 PM EDT

It was cool to see Ss call Coke about environmental legacy. They just referred to a site, but it took a lot of nerve to call. #worldgeochat

Jim_dEntremont May 2 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A5: Go directly to the source, have Ss converse w/those who've experienced what Ss are studying. Listen to their stories. #worldgeochat

stephensonmused May 2 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A6: Interview elders concerning a topic relevant to their generation. We interview elders regarding their musical preferences. #worldgeochat

Jim_dEntremont May 2 @ 9:52 PM EDT

The world at our fingertips #worldgeochat

In reply to @MrCummingsJJH

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:52 PM EDT

whatever gets them hooked into the content!!! #worldgeochat

In reply to @Jessicaraealt

mrterborg May 2 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Make their brains hurt. It's good for them. #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs, @Jessicaraealt, @Sugatam

TheShoe_CMS May 2 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Introduced a new topic yesterday through a game. Ss said it was so much easier to learn the material. Find that's typical. #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHonish

LFU_MissCox May 2 @ 9:52 PM EDT

You could have them create their own using CoSpaces... it's pretty awesome! #worldgeochat

In reply to @6thgradersrule

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Oooh. Any chance you remember the name? I'd LOVE to use that @TEDTalks! #worldgeochat

In reply to @cartokurtis, @Tylerteacherman, @TEDTalks

cartokurtis May 2 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Where to being #worldgeochat. you can trace its import as a crossroad throughout all of N & S American history

In reply to @ChoicesProgram, @cheffernan75

6thgradersrule May 2 @ 9:52 PM EDT

#worldgeochat q6 We're having a test review. We'll be playing games and asking questions. #ditchthebook

CHuckeba May 2 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Oh that sounds interesting! What are your fav clips!? #worldgeochat

In reply to @6thgradersrule

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Still trying to figure out how to do "playoffs" Just learning @FANgeopolitics this year! #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHonish, @FANgeopolitics

caranowou May 2 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A6 Analyze primary sources! Here’s link w/great analysis tools to interpret prim sources thru geo lens https://t.co/znjOleqvrT #worldgeochat

Insight4News3 May 2 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Harold's Cross Stadium is being sold to make way for schools #worldgeochat https://t.co/VQQeIu6s0q

teachpluralism May 2 @ 9:53 PM EDT

they can be dual purpose! we listened to @Radiolab History of Football today - was eye opening for Ss. #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75, @Radiolab, @ThisAmerLife, @StoryCorps, @brainpop, @Radiolab

MsHolmesTeach May 2 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Good way to teach digital research skills! Mine give up if their first search doesn't magically give answer they want. #worldgeochat

In reply to @Jessicaraealt, @GeoSpiegs, @Sugatam

mrterborg May 2 @ 9:53 PM EDT

If you like GE, you'll love Google Earth Pro. Desktop. I can use it in math, reading, science, history, and more #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75, @earthoutreach

MrsKannekens May 2 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A6: use @edpuzzle to create questions within videos; I think you can edit thru YouTube now #worldgeochat

ChoicesProgram May 2 @ 9:53 PM EDT

We just published a free lesson on the current food crises in Nigeria, Somalia, South Sudan, & Yemen https://t.co/MOS3Gyhler #worldgeochat

Jim_dEntremont May 2 @ 9:53 PM EDT

That is a powerful experience for them. Remember the time we called Coke...? #worldgeochat

In reply to @SusanCampo

cartokurtis May 2 @ 9:53 PM EDT

I am trying to remember now. Ill let you know. #worldgeochat I've been trying to remember and search.

In reply to @cheffernan75, @Tylerteacherman, @TEDTalks

GlobetoGoEd May 2 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A5: CNN 10 is a great current events source with new episodes daily https://t.co/jxh3SXNvQ0 #worldgeochat

CHitch94 May 2 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Agree! With pro version of @listenwiselearn you get transcripts & access to some additional materials. #worldgeochat

In reply to @GlobetoGoEd, @listenwiselearn, @listenwiselearn

TheShoe_CMS May 2 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A6. Create a Google My Map w/annotations. #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:54 PM EDT

RT Q6 #worldgeochat

classroomtools May 2 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Do you know Henriksson's Non Campus Mentis? https://t.co/IOWEpZGHR0 #worldgeochat

In reply to @flipping_A_tchr, @mrruzicka

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Adding it to my list! Thanks!!! #worldgeochat

In reply to @MrsKannekens

mrterborg May 2 @ 9:54 PM EDT

This works, I think. #worldgeochat

In reply to @TheShoe_CMS, @ecasey77, @cheffernan75

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:54 PM EDT

This #worldgeochat moderator is so far behind he missed Q6....

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:54 PM EDT

RT Q6 #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Q6 #worldgeochat

MsHolmesTeach May 2 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A6 We're in the middle of #AmazingRacePBL & creating content to teach our #3rdgrade friends about the continents! So fun! #worldgeochat

SusanCampo May 2 @ 9:54 PM EDT

*waves from S. Mississauga* I'm a @GraydonHawks and you? #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsIppolito, @GraydonHawks

MrsKannekens May 2 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A6: and lots of layers! #worldgeochat

TheShoe_CMS May 2 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A6. Create a Google My Map w/annotations. #worldgeochat

EmilyLepkowski1 May 2 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A6: Map maker interactive @NatGeoEducation & @Newsela PTRs on mapping #worldgeochat

JohnHonish May 2 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A6 what we ARE doing tomorrow is using CIA world Factbook for 🇨🇳🇺🇸stat compare/contrast & discussion of "superpower status" #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A6 I'd love to teach just through @TEDTalks - start with Danger of a Single Story then put a story together #worldgeochat

Tylerteacherman May 2 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A6 I will be using ted talk-Danger of a single story to bring up discussions about misconceptions on the Middle east #worldgeochat #ltc8800

evsmomgen May 2 @ 9:55 PM EDT

I feel ya. 😩 #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Yup... #AmazingRacePBL is still something I'm wrapping my brain around #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsHolmesTeach

LFU_MissCox May 2 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A6: going to use a TED talk to launch a mini-PBL tomorrow #worldgeochat

mrterborg May 2 @ 9:55 PM EDT

KML files are wonderful things. Get to view Pangea up close. #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs

Newsela May 2 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A6. Our Great Cities articles have a history/geography lens. https://t.co/LUfkEhmF44 #worldgeochat

MsHolmesTeach May 2 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Yes! They get better and get excited when they finally figure out how to pick out key terms to search. #worldgeochat

In reply to @Jessicaraealt, @GeoSpiegs, @Sugatam

TheShoe_CMS May 2 @ 9:55 PM EDT

So many layers! They can turn into something really dynamic. #worldgeochat

In reply to @MrsKannekens

NewseumED May 2 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Definitely. Compare the painting to petition signs from the time? #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsIppolito

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A6 But then Id miss out on great stuff from @NatGeoEducation @NewseumED @Newsela @ChoicesProgram @GlobetoGoEd &everything else #worldgeochat

GlobetoGoEd May 2 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A6: Use https://t.co/0lDMt5pZ9u for teaching about Africa #worldgeochat

NatGeoEducation May 2 @ 9:56 PM EDT

The fantastic collection you did with us about Af/Pak geography is still relevant, too. #worldgeochat https://t.co/e0rDTmzdLM

In reply to @ChoicesProgram

cartokurtis May 2 @ 9:56 PM EDT

I use it over google maps any day. Its a world of information haha #worldgeochat. I just want to control the visible road hierarchy.

In reply to @mrterborg, @cheffernan75, @earthoutreach

MrCummingsJJH May 2 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A6: QFT about an article and have other students answer them. Gallery walk on images about a topic. #worldgeochat

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A6: I'd love to incorporate more @TEDTalks in the class! #worldgeochat

JohnHonish May 2 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A6 we will use @NatGeoEducation global closet calculator next week for globalization, interdependence, comparative advantage #worldgeochat

rdroraback8 May 2 @ 9:56 PM EDT

YES! Google Earth has so many amazing interactive activities, probably my fav resource... #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Forgiven - hopefully you found something you like! #worldgeochat

In reply to @evsmomgen

Jim_dEntremont May 2 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A6: Video, discussion, & reflection. #worldgeochat

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Students are shocked by the Global Closet Calculator! #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHonish, @NatGeoEducation

MsHolmesTeach May 2 @ 9:57 PM EDT

End of year, so we've done a lot of scaffolding along the way...but happy to share in our fun! #AmazingRacePBL #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville

mrterborg May 2 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Ha ha h... Yeah, that would be nice. #worldgeochat I usually do too, unless I want to have Ss do something.

In reply to @cartokurtis, @cheffernan75, @earthoutreach

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A6 I posted this pic earlier teach Ss 2 develop a lens through which they can ask Qs about the world, not just read about it #worldgeochat

stephensonmused May 2 @ 9:57 PM EDT

I see a lot of college students in here. We need you! #mentorchat is, also, including mentees at times in our discussions. #worldgeochat

mrterborg May 2 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Oh, Chrome now has it's own Google Earth. It is frighteningly detailed. #worldgeochat

In reply to @cartokurtis, @cheffernan75, @earthoutreach

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Stay connected to #worldgeochat all week on Twitter, Facebook, & the WGC Blog! https://t.co/gO6fpXgWd9 https://t.co/sU2yPBxoAF

MrsKannekens May 2 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A6: Also try https://t.co/8CCyH55JQr Simpler than CIA factbook, but powerful in its comparisons #WorldGeoChat

JohnHonish May 2 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A6 what we ARE doing tomorrow is using CIA world Factbook for 🇨🇳🇺🇸stat compare/contrast & discussion of "superpower status" #worldgeochat

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:58 PM EDT

As we start to wind down (can you believe it?!) a HUGE round of applause to @cheffernan75 for taking the lead tonight! #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Another one for our summer to do list Sam! #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @MsHolmesTeach

evsmomgen May 2 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Always! This chat gives me LIFE! #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75

ChoicesProgram May 2 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Yes! We also did a lesson with @natgeoeducation on Westward Expansion https://t.co/EEiQXJyqu7 #worldgeochat

In reply to @NatGeoEducation, @NatGeoEducation

caranowou May 2 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Have to run. Thanks #worldgeochat!!

SusanCampo May 2 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Yes! There are so many amazing tweeps here. #worldgeochat

In reply to @evsmomgen, @GeoSpiegs

GlobetoGoEd May 2 @ 9:58 PM EDT

#worldgeochat Let me know if you would like to see other types of resources on Globe to Go. My hope is to create a comprehensive website.

MsIppolito May 2 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Hans Rosling has some great ones. His insight will be greatly missed in he Geo world #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @TEDTalks

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Hey - as things wrap up - tell #worldgeochat about @Newsela & @NatGeoEducation Certifications!!

SamMandeville May 2 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Keep 'em coming! #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77, @MsHolmesTeach

CHitch94 May 2 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Enjoyed lurking in #worldgeochat tonight. Lots of great ideas shared.

cartokurtis May 2 @ 9:59 PM EDT

I'm still rebelling against the notion of using something new w/G. Earth. #worldgeochat. I'll need to get over that. HaHa

In reply to @mrterborg, @cheffernan75, @earthoutreach

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Upcoming #worldgeochat topics... https://t.co/iY7UwPV6Za

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Ever miss a #worldgeochat Check the archives! https://t.co/sX14eT8tpC

MsHolmesTeach May 2 @ 9:59 PM EDT

CIA World Factbook is a great resource! We use it to compare ancient populations to current information! #worldgeochat

In reply to @JohnHonish

ecasey77 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Oh no! 9 PM already! That was one of the fastest moving #worldgeochat EVER! You guys rock! Thanks so much for sharing so many awesome ideas!

ReinkeKristi May 2 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A6 tomorrow we are in day 3 of a virtual tour of Asia! I believe it is the Taj Mahal day? #StudentEngagement #jhtweets #worldgeochat

LFU_MissCox May 2 @ 9:59 PM EDT

It's about VR and the HoloLens' capabilities... we're gamifying a class novel about the VR world so it fits #worldgeochat

In reply to @ReinkeKristi

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:59 PM EDT

YES! They have GREAT Africa resources! LEarned about the at the @TGC_IREX Symposium! #worldgeochat

In reply to @GlobetoGoEd, @TGC_IREX

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 10:00 PM EDT

I can't believe that #worldgeochat is over! Thank you to @cheffernan75 @SamMandeville @ecasey77 @jmgarner2003 for moderating tonight!

Jim_dEntremont May 2 @ 10:00 PM EDT

@HansRosling videos are phenomenal. #worldgeochat

In reply to @MsIppolito, @SamMandeville, @TEDTalks, @HansRosling

evsmomgen May 2 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Preach! Always such a great chat! 👏🏼 #worldgeochat

In reply to @SamMandeville, @cheffernan75

SamMandeville May 2 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Much agreed! Per usual, my head is SPINNING! #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Oh no! 9 PM already! That was one of the fastest moving #worldgeochat EVER! You guys rock! Thanks so much for sharing so many awesome ideas!

cartokurtis May 2 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Can you turn the 3d off when you want to though, with Chrome Earth? #worldgeochat. It is awesome, but can muddy things up too

In reply to @mrterborg, @cheffernan75, @earthoutreach

NewseumED May 2 @ 10:00 PM EDT

#NEDucators wanted! Apply for our FREE teacher institute July 12-14. Deadline: May 7 https://t.co/1kRybFMlx4 #worldgeochat

ecasey77 - Moderator May 2 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Thank you @cheffernan75 for leading this week's chat! #worldgeochat

mrterborg May 2 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Value of teaching geography /culture in El school? #worldgeochat

WeirMB May 2 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Goodnight #worldgeochat - what a great community I am thankful that y'all are in the classroom & empowering so many Ss to be active learners

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 10:00 PM EDT

You know you want to bookmark the #worldgeochat archives!

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Ever miss a #worldgeochat Check the archives! https://t.co/sX14eT8tpC

TheShoe_CMS May 2 @ 10:00 PM EDT

I'll have to go catch up on everything I'm sure I missed. Thanks for a great idea-packed chat #worldgeochat Thanks @cheffernan75

ecasey77 - Moderator May 2 @ 10:00 PM EDT

What is on tap for next week Chris? #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Dear #worldgeochat - you make me better. I hope we make you better.

mrterborg May 2 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Not sure. I just discovered Chrome Earth yesterday. Used it today. #worldgeochat

In reply to @cartokurtis, @cheffernan75, @earthoutreach

SamMandeville May 2 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Gold star for use of Disney GIF! #worldgeochat

In reply to @GeoSpiegs, @cheffernan75, @ecasey77, @jmgarner2003

GeoSpiegs - Moderator May 2 @ 10:01 PM EDT

focus, refine, reflect, refine, reword, simplify, refine..... #worldgeochat

In reply to @Jessicaraealt, @MsHolmesTeach, @Sugatam

ecasey77 - Moderator May 2 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Good night Merri! #worldgeochat

In reply to @WeirMB

teachpluralism May 2 @ 10:01 PM EDT

A6: Use @SmithsonianNMAI blog Meet Native America to contrast with #native voices in other sources https://t.co/maOMBAacA2 #worldgeochat

WeirMB May 2 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Hoping @GeoJo22 is enjoying the #WhiteSox game tonight! #worldgeochat

MsIppolito May 2 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Great chat on #ditchingthetextbook glad I made It to share in all the fantastic ideas this pln has. Could barely keep up! #worldgeochat

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Tonights #worldgeochat transcript! https://t.co/iyyXOhB3oF

SamMandeville May 2 @ 10:01 PM EDT

We're discussing connecting students globally! Aka MYSTERY SKYPE (and more!) #worldgeochat

In reply to @ecasey77

mrscmacc May 2 @ 10:01 PM EDT

A6: students write "I've known" poems (ala Hughes) from perspectives of historical figures #worldgeochat

6thgradersrule May 2 @ 10:01 PM EDT

#worldgeochat a6 Don't forget Thursday is #MayTheFourthBeWithYou Day. Get creative with your lessons!

mrterborg May 2 @ 10:01 PM EDT

I'm very happy with G Earth Pro. I usually revert to that unless I need Ss to use their own devices. Not available for them. #worldgeochat

In reply to @cartokurtis, @cheffernan75, @earthoutreach

LFU_MissCox May 2 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Thanks #worldgeochat for mother round of info & resources that I can use w/ my Ss!

NewseumED May 2 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Thanks #worldgeochat for the awesome discussion tonight. Great way to spend a Tue night hearing ideas from so many inspired educators!

NatGeoEducation May 2 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Well since you brought it up ... Sign up for the next cohort & be a part of our community! #worldgeochat https://t.co/RCTdXqLzHs

In reply to @cheffernan75, @Newsela

Jim_dEntremont May 2 @ 10:02 PM EDT

I'm outta breathe #worldgeochat. Have a good night all.

teachpluralism May 2 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Good night all! Thanks for sharing ideas + enthusiasm. Till the next chat! #worldgeochat

evsmomgen May 2 @ 10:02 PM EDT

I second this and cheers all of you!👇🏻🎉👏🏼 #worldgeochat

WeirMB May 2 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Goodnight #worldgeochat - what a great community I am thankful that y'all are in the classroom & empowering so many Ss to be active learners

cheffernan75 - Moderator May 2 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Any chance you'll do some distance ones? I'd love to participate, but can't get to DC w/out the whole fam! :) #worldgeochat

In reply to @NewseumED

Jessicaraealt May 2 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Wow this was a fast moving and information packed chat! Thanks for the learning #worldgeochat

Newsela May 2 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Become @Newsela certified + get your Ss making connections between nonfiction + the world around them. #worldgeochat https://t.co/zH0UjKcuvV

MsIppolito May 2 @ 10:03 PM EDT

I was here for the whole thing and still feel like I missed out! #worldgeochat

In reply to @ReinkeKristi

cartokurtis May 2 @ 10:03 PM EDT

There is just something in being able to move the globe around like you can in G Earth. I can journey anywhere I want #worldgeochat

In reply to @mrterborg, @cheffernan75, @earthoutreach

cartokurtis May 2 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Thanks to the wiki icons, I can get lost in information too. #worldgeochat

In reply to @mrterborg, @cheffernan75, @earthoutreach

mrterborg May 2 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Yeah. And it's only going to get .... better? Creepier? #worldgeochat

In reply to @cartokurtis, @cheffernan75, @earthoutreach

jmgarner2003 - Moderator May 2 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Thanks @cheffernan75 for hosting a great #worldgeochat on ditching the textbook. Awesome chat!

mrterborg May 2 @ 10:04 PM EDT

And if you have a GPS that can save tracks, you can create your own map files ... #worldgeochat

In reply to @cartokurtis, @cheffernan75, @earthoutreach

cartokurtis May 2 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Sometimes creepy. The Germans have it down though. Just force Google to blur stuff. Haha #worldgeochat

In reply to @mrterborg, @cheffernan75, @earthoutreach

mrterborg May 2 @ 10:05 PM EDT

So take your family .... :) #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75, @NewseumED

CHuckeba May 2 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Were you lurking in the #worldgeochat tonight @mgevans450 ? I need lots of time to explore all the new ideas! #katyisdss

cartokurtis May 2 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Really? That I did not know. It makes shapefiles and datasets? Wow. #worldgeochat

In reply to @mrterborg, @cheffernan75, @earthoutreach

mrterborg May 2 @ 10:06 PM EDT

My Ss think it's creepy. And they're 8 and 6 and 10 and .. :) #worldgeochat

In reply to @cartokurtis, @cheffernan75, @earthoutreach

NatGeoEducation May 2 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Caveat: It was textbook-based ... but the newer entries are always being updated. #worldgeochat

In reply to @cheffernan75

MsIppolito May 2 @ 10:06 PM EDT

yep you must do it #worldgeochat

In reply to @ReinkeKristi

mrterborg May 2 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Maybe. This might be backwards. You can import datasets into Google earth. #worldgeochat

In reply to @cartokurtis, @cheffernan75, @earthoutreach

mrterborg May 2 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Not sure about exporting sets from GE. #worldgeochat

In reply to @cartokurtis, @cheffernan75, @earthoutreach

cartokurtis May 2 @ 10:09 PM EDT

I do love the tech w/maps and what not, but I am more attuned w/ human/cultural geography #worldgeochat

In reply to @mrterborg, @cheffernan75, @earthoutreach

cartokurtis May 2 @ 10:11 PM EDT

What do they do when you tell them it is all their phones making the creepy possible? #worldgeochat

In reply to @mrterborg, @cheffernan75, @earthoutreach

mrterborg May 2 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Yeah, I try and infuse it. I use pictures that are linked from w/n GE. #worldgeochat and those old maps from the 1500s .... .... ....

In reply to @cartokurtis, @cheffernan75, @earthoutreach

domaincheckplug May 2 @ 10:11 PM EDT

https://t.co/FJCL3anax3 is available @cartokurtis! Click ->https://t.co/mmFKss5Dh4 #worldgeochat #Domain #Domains #Trending

NatGeoEducation May 2 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A teardrop on the cheek of time, yes. :-) #worldgeochat https://t.co/HwB66mwrt7

In reply to @MsIppolito, @ReinkeKristi

mrterborg May 2 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Oh, some have accused google (and others) of stalking them. #worldgeochat

In reply to @cartokurtis, @cheffernan75, @earthoutreach

mrterborg May 2 @ 10:12 PM EDT

I try and teach a pretty involved #digcit lesson regarding this in 5th or 6th grade. #worldgeochat

In reply to @cartokurtis, @cheffernan75, @earthoutreach

cartokurtis May 2 @ 10:12 PM EDT

It is great that GE allows for so much flexibility #worldgeochat

In reply to @mrterborg, @cheffernan75, @earthoutreach

mrterborg May 2 @ 10:13 PM EDT

My Ss enjoy seeing their school, there's even a photo of it under construction. #worldgeochat

In reply to @cartokurtis, @cheffernan75, @earthoutreach

cartokurtis May 2 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Sliding those timeline bars can be really fun, but they can get confusing too. #worldgeochat

In reply to @mrterborg, @cheffernan75, @earthoutreach

cartokurtis May 2 @ 10:20 PM EDT

https://t.co/j5V0orGrix #worldgeochat @TEDxTeen @KelvinDoeSL Found him! 😁

In reply to @cheffernan75, @Tylerteacherman, @TEDTalks, @TEDxTeen, @KelvinDoeSL

cartokurtis May 2 @ 10:25 PM EDT

Or so you don't see them using it #worldgeochat haha

In reply to @MsHolmesTeach

nipponupdate May 2 @ 10:27 PM EDT

#iZombie , Joe Budden , #RebelOnBET , #worldgeochat , #TheFlash , #BelowDeckMed , Bobby Ryan , #ItHappenedOneNight