#WCSTechChat Archive | Participate

YvetteJobe1 - Moderator Jun 13 @ 7:30 PM EDT

It's that time! Welcome to #WCSTechChat! I'm your moderator for tonight. Let's start with introductions include your role and district.

participatechat Jun 13 @ 7:30 PM EDT

Participate in the upcoming #WCSTechChat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/HEXiYyKXc6

MichelleEdwar25 Jun 13 @ 7:31 PM EDT

Happy Tuesday! Michelle, ITF from Wilson. #WCSTechChat

TheTechNerdette Jun 13 @ 7:31 PM EDT

Hi all! Christine - ITF from Wilson, NC! #WCSTechChat

ItsMrsPenrod Jun 13 @ 7:31 PM EDT

Krista from WI teaching 8th gr ELA. Never been to #wcstechchat & not even sure what it stands for but I'm excited to chat anyway! 😁

techguybeneck Jun 13 @ 7:32 PM EDT

Good Evening, I am Chris Beneck, ITF for Wilson County Schools assigned to Hunt High School. #WCSTechChat

techiecurrie Jun 13 @ 7:32 PM EDT

Hello! Donna Currie ITF from Wilson #WCSTechChat

TheTechNerdette Jun 13 @ 7:32 PM EDT

Awesome!! Welcome Krista! :-D #WCSTechChat

In reply to @ItsMrsPenrod

TheTechNerdette Jun 13 @ 7:34 PM EDT

Of course! #wcstechchat is open to all! Can't wait to start sharing and learning from one another! 😃

In reply to @ItsMrsPenrod

YvetteJobe1 - Moderator Jun 13 @ 7:35 PM EDT

Our first question is coming up. #WCSTechChat. Save characters by using Ss (students) and Ts (teachers).

JosephHayesJr Jun 13 @ 7:35 PM EDT

Joe. ITF-Wilson, NC #wcstechchat

YvetteJobe1 - Moderator Jun 13 @ 7:36 PM EDT

Yes...this chat is for everyone excited about education and giving the best to our Ss. #WCSTechChat

In reply to @ItsMrsPenrod, @TheTechNerdette

techguybeneck Jun 13 @ 7:36 PM EDT

@ItsMrsPenrod What kind of devices do you use in your classroom way up there in WI? #WCSTechChat

YvetteJobe1 - Moderator Jun 13 @ 7:36 PM EDT

Here's our first question of the night! #WCSTechChat

TechyColbert Jun 13 @ 7:37 PM EDT

Suzanne Colbert, current ITF, future School Improvement Coach for Wilson County Schools. #wcstechchat

In reply to @YvetteJobe1

techguybeneck Jun 13 @ 7:38 PM EDT

A1: One thing that I tried this year that worked really well for several of my teachers was hyperdocs. #WCSTechChat

JosephHayesJr Jun 13 @ 7:38 PM EDT

A1- Planning 1:1 with teachers and immediately implementing lesson with students. #wcstechchat

TechyColbert Jun 13 @ 7:39 PM EDT

A1: I went out on a limb and tried #GeniusHour with 5th graders. Giving them a voice & choice. Learning experience for all. #WCSTechChat

In reply to @YvetteJobe1

TheTechNerdette Jun 13 @ 7:39 PM EDT

A1: Digital Breakouts! Learned about them at @NCTies. I'd like to purchase a @breakoutEDU kit and try this next year. #WCSTechChat

TheTechNerdette Jun 13 @ 7:40 PM EDT

I'd like to try that next year with my tech club! #WCSTechChat

In reply to @TechyColbert, @YvetteJobe1

ItsMrsPenrod Jun 13 @ 7:40 PM EDT

A1 Ss used Google docs & drawings to create story planners 4 sci-fi stories they wrote, Ss created documentaries using iMovie #wcstechchat

TechyColbert Jun 13 @ 7:40 PM EDT

#NCDLCN folks join us for #wcstechchat going on now!

techiecurrie Jun 13 @ 7:40 PM EDT

A1 Google Slides with 4th and 5th graders #WCSTechChat

YvetteJobe1 - Moderator Jun 13 @ 7:40 PM EDT

Question #2 coming up in two minutes. #WCSTechChat

TheTechNerdette Jun 13 @ 7:41 PM EDT

I love Google Drawings! Never thought to use them to create story planners - will have to share with my 8th grade ELA T! #WCSTechChat

In reply to @ItsMrsPenrod

YvetteJobe1 - Moderator Jun 13 @ 7:42 PM EDT

Here's our second question of the night! #WCSTechChat

heatherclaudine Jun 13 @ 7:43 PM EDT

@TheTechNerdette I'm here! Hi, everyone! I'm Heather 8th ELA from Wilson. #wcstechchat

TheTechNerdette Jun 13 @ 7:43 PM EDT

I started off with one of the ones from the @breakoutEDU site to introduce DBs. Then I created my own using Sheets and Forms. #wcstechchat

In reply to @TechyColbert, @ncties, @breakoutEDU, @breakoutEDU

TheTechNerdette Jun 13 @ 7:43 PM EDT

YAY! Glad you could make it! #WCSTechChat @speightmiddle

In reply to @heatherclaudine, @speightmiddle

TechyColbert Jun 13 @ 7:45 PM EDT

A2 As part of the #GeniusHour a S created her own @weebly https://t.co/9uuDDYd1ha Completely self taught/guided @miranda_walls #WCSTechChat

In reply to @YvetteJobe1, @weebly, @miranda_walls

MichelleEdwar25 Jun 13 @ 7:45 PM EDT

A2 Ss published their writing demonstrating multiple text structures in an old newspaper format using a Google slides template. #WCSTechChat

TheTechNerdette Jun 13 @ 7:46 PM EDT

A2: Interactive digital organizers using #googledrawings. Ss used this to learn the difference between bacteria and viruses. #WCSTechChat

techiecurrie Jun 13 @ 7:46 PM EDT

A2 Ss researched animals. And then used greenscreen to put themselves in the animal habitats as they told about their animals #WCSTechChat

techguybeneck Jun 13 @ 7:47 PM EDT

A2 Ss also published writing for a discovery lesson in AP US History in eBooks that were shared online using Padlet.#WCSTechChat

TechyColbert Jun 13 @ 7:47 PM EDT

A2 I guess everyone is searching for their S projects...haha #PackedUp4Summer #wcstechchat

JosephHayesJr Jun 13 @ 7:47 PM EDT

A2: Ss created history raps https://t.co/oqVdDtY5Ye #wcstechchat

heatherclaudine Jun 13 @ 7:48 PM EDT

A2 This year I gave a menu for book report choices. One choice was to create a prezi. Ss LOVED it! #wcstechchat

TheTechNerdette Jun 13 @ 7:48 PM EDT

love @padlet! #WCSTechChat

In reply to @techguybeneck, @padlet

TheTechNerdette Jun 13 @ 7:49 PM EDT

Awesome! Will have to share this with my SS teachers! #WCSTechChat

In reply to @JosephHayesJr

YvetteJobe1 - Moderator Jun 13 @ 7:49 PM EDT

Love these creative ways to engage students and integrate technology! Here's question 3! #WCSTechChat

techguybeneck Jun 13 @ 7:50 PM EDT

A2 Here are the final products: https://t.co/mFb9QLTJG5 #WCSTechChat

TheTechNerdette Jun 13 @ 7:50 PM EDT

Prezi is starting to grow on me. As long as they aren't routed to go in spirals haha! #motionsick #wcstechchat

In reply to @heatherclaudine

YvetteJobe1 - Moderator Jun 13 @ 7:51 PM EDT

Thank you for sharing student products! #WCSTechChat

In reply to @techguybeneck

ItsMrsPenrod Jun 13 @ 7:51 PM EDT

A3 The documentaries could have been better if they weren't done at the end of year. Ran out of time to make them quality #wcstechchat

TechyColbert Jun 13 @ 7:51 PM EDT

A3 Hmmm...I would say keeping a calm disposition and making sure to have a plan B (C & D) when battling technical difficulties. #wcstechchat

In reply to @YvetteJobe1

techguybeneck Jun 13 @ 7:53 PM EDT

A3 A green screen project proved to be a bit too extensive for the time we had. I learned valuable time management skills.#WCSTechChat

techiecurrie Jun 13 @ 7:54 PM EDT

Q3 When working with kinders have a zero session on spacebar and shift keys! Then you can get to the content of the lesson. #WCSTechChat

MichelleEdwar25 Jun 13 @ 7:55 PM EDT

A3 Filming in the main office with too many student groups at one time. Spread out EVERYWHERE! :-D #WCSTechChat

TheTechNerdette Jun 13 @ 7:55 PM EDT

A3 Learned to stay ahead of the Ss when it came to digital breakout activities and password to prevent cheating/sharing. #WCSTechChat

heatherclaudine Jun 13 @ 7:55 PM EDT

A3: Reading To Kill A Mockingbird. Got a bit bored, but learned how to make it more exciting & interactive as we progressed. #wcstechchat

JosephHayesJr Jun 13 @ 7:55 PM EDT

A3: Quality of digital products suffer when Ts refuse to use/implement rubrics. #wcstechchat

MsNatalieMercer Jun 13 @ 7:57 PM EDT

Late to the party! Excited to join #WCSTechChat I am Natalie Mercer, ITF Wilson County Schools

TechyColbert Jun 13 @ 7:57 PM EDT

A3 @MichelleEdwar25 reminded me of this...pre planning better "quiet spaces" for recording audio. The hall is a gamble! #wcstechchat

YvetteJobe1 - Moderator Jun 13 @ 7:58 PM EDT

Here it is!! Question 4 - Remember to use the A1, A2 format and include #WCSTechChat in your response :-)

MsNatalieMercer Jun 13 @ 7:59 PM EDT

A3 - Attempted a science simulation using almost 30 @Spheros. It was pretty chaotic! Had to regroup #WCSTechChat

techiecurrie Jun 13 @ 7:59 PM EDT

A4 Quizlet Live, The Answer Pad, Quizizz, are a few favoirties #WCSTechChat

heatherclaudine Jun 13 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Kahoot! Quizziz and old-fashioned debates. #wcstechchat

TheTechNerdette Jun 13 @ 8:00 PM EDT

A4: We used Quizizz and had students create their class Quizizz using EOG prep questions. #WCSTechChat

TechyColbert Jun 13 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Sorry, guys, can't stay for the whole chat tonight. Will def check later so I don't miss anything! #wcstechchat

MichelleEdwar25 Jun 13 @ 8:01 PM EDT

A4 Quizlet, Quizzizz, Kahoot! have been favorites of our Ts and Ss. #WCSTechChat

techguybeneck Jun 13 @ 8:02 PM EDT

A4 We used class blogs to review and share in a couple of classes. It was different, definitely something to try again.#WCSTechChat

JosephHayesJr Jun 13 @ 8:02 PM EDT

A4: Plickers after devices were collected. #wcstechchat

TheTechNerdette Jun 13 @ 8:02 PM EDT

A4: Blended learning and grouping based off of data. Ts facilitate and Ss learn/review from one another. #WCSTechChat

YvetteJobe1 - Moderator Jun 13 @ 8:02 PM EDT

You all are on a roll!! I can't believe we are already halfway through! Here is question 5! #WCSTechChat

JosephHayesJr Jun 13 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Q5: mobile devices for VR activities #wcstechchat

techguybeneck Jun 13 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Q5 I think a refresher on best practices for classroom management in a 1:1 environment.#WCSTechChat

MsNatalieMercer Jun 13 @ 8:03 PM EDT

A4: Main thing is address lots of learning styles: get students moving, use multi-media formats, & allow them to create #WCSTechChat

MsNatalieMercer Jun 13 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Yes! This! #WCSTechChat!

techguybeneck Jun 13 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Q5 I think a refresher on best practices for classroom management in a 1:1 environment.#WCSTechChat

TheTechNerdette Jun 13 @ 8:04 PM EDT

A5 Blended learning and how to differentiate with the use of chromebooks. Also, Google Classroom is at the top of my PD list! #WCSTechChat

techiecurrie Jun 13 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Q5 Google classroom for elementary. #WCSTechChat

heatherclaudine Jun 13 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Q5: I think some of our staff would benefit from Google Classroom PD. There are a lot of new things you can do on there! #wcstechchat

MsNatalieMercer Jun 13 @ 8:05 PM EDT

A5: I need some PD on how to keep my Google drive from being a HOT MESS! Anyone else? #WCSTechChat

YvetteJobe1 - Moderator Jun 13 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Question 6 coming up in two minutes! Remember to use the A1, A2 format. #WCSTechChat

TheTechNerdette Jun 13 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Hahah already planned! :-p #wcstechchat #yourITFgotyaback

In reply to @heatherclaudine

MichelleEdwar25 Jun 13 @ 8:05 PM EDT

A5 @techguybeneck I agree for some. Also online literacy strategies for non-ELA Ts. #WCSTechChat

sharma3704 Jun 13 @ 8:06 PM EDT

A5 understanding that technology is a tool. How you use effectively makes all the difference #WCSTechChat

JosephHayesJr Jun 13 @ 8:06 PM EDT

A5: In a 1:1 environment..all tech, all the time maybe not the best for engagement and learning. close devices and discuss #wcstechchat

MichelleEdwar25 Jun 13 @ 8:06 PM EDT

No matter how hard I try...#WCSTechChat

In reply to @MsNatalieMercer

TheTechNerdette Jun 13 @ 8:07 PM EDT

I find organizing my Google Drive therapeutic. Does that make me weird? #maybe #WCSTechChat

In reply to @MsNatalieMercer

YvetteJobe1 - Moderator Jun 13 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Here's question 6! #WCSTechChat

heatherclaudine Jun 13 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Seconded!! #wcstechchat

In reply to @MsNatalieMercer

JosephHayesJr Jun 13 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Q6: besides being a little taller and wider...more authentic learning opportunities and student centered 4c's activities #wcstechchat

MichelleEdwar25 Jun 13 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A6 Ss learned valuable collaboration skills thanks to multiple projects and Google. #WCSTechChat

sharma3704 Jun 13 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A6 math and reading growth reports from iReady #WCSTechChat

techguybeneck Jun 13 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A6 I know the students I worked with grew because they were able to use the tools and info we covered in new and different ways.#WCSTechChat

TheTechNerdette Jun 13 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A6 Ss are becoming more comfortable in expressing their creativity through projects and our makerspace. #WCSTechChat

heatherclaudine Jun 13 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A6 Most Ss started turning in work on Google Classroom without me pestering them nonstop! They learned I actually checked work! #wcstechchat

wilsontechfac Jun 13 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Hi everyone! I'm late to the party. TF from Wilson County! #WCSTechChat

techiecurrie Jun 13 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A6 student are becoming producers not just consumers of technology #wcstechchat

MsNatalieMercer Jun 13 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A6-I have seen growth in my teachers use of technology - more risk taking and confidence, which I see as a plus! #WCSTechChat

YvetteJobe1 - Moderator Jun 13 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Just two questions left! Here is question 7! #WCSTechChat

wilsontechfac Jun 13 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A6: By getting comfortable using Chrome apps, they were able to search for apps and exts that helped enhance their learning. #WCSTechChat

sharma3704 Jun 13 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A6 We also used HML Scale scores and EVAAS projections. Most Ss grew this year:))#WCSTechChat @fhmsbucks @Chbaggett

techguybeneck Jun 13 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A7 I would definitely like to implement more VR for virtual field trips. #WCSTechChat

MichelleEdwar25 Jun 13 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A7 Looking for Sphero lessons. #WCSTechChat

MsNatalieMercer Jun 13 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A7 I am wanting to find a solution for our K-2 Ss logging in and using 3rd party apps. Want to explore @clever #WCSTechChat

sharma3704 Jun 13 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A7 My science teachers are on to @googlesites for interactive lessons. So proud of them @_foreducation #WCSTechChat

wilsontechfac Jun 13 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A7: More hands on ideas for our maker-space playground and how to implement robotics when only have students for 45 mins. #WCSTechChat

techiecurrie Jun 13 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A7 Hoping to explore more interactive ebooks next year #wcstechchat

TheTechNerdette Jun 13 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A7 I'd like our school to try youtube live. Will try next year with our news team. Inspired by @TechyColbert @WellsBeavers! #WCSTechChat

YvetteJobe1 - Moderator Jun 13 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Our time together is quickly coming to a close. Last question of the evening! #WCSTechChat

MichelleEdwar25 Jun 13 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A8 Set up makerspaces at home and encourage creativity. https://t.co/AItWhsejsh #WCStechchat

JosephHayesJr Jun 13 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A8: Coding your own video game. #wcstechchat

techguybeneck Jun 13 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A8 Taking pictures using Google Street View and posting them to Google Maps! #WCSTechChat

techiecurrie Jun 13 @ 8:25 PM EDT

https://t.co/kuIndKh5oL #wcstechchat

TheTechNerdette Jun 13 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A8 Make a green screen video using @DoInkTweets's app, a green tablecloth, and an ipad! #WCSTechChat

heatherclaudine Jun 13 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A8 I know it isn't tech, but I wish parents would READ with their kids! #wcstechchat

JosephHayesJr Jun 13 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A8: Using 360 degree camera to make a virtual field trip video through neighborhood #WCStechchat

techiecurrie Jun 13 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A8 Ss could use @BookCreatorApp to create their own story #wcstechchat

YvetteJobe1 - Moderator Jun 13 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Thank you for joining us tonight! Hope join our next chat, July 11th. Until then,have a great summer! https://t.co/AlHGRgz0SA #WCSTechChat

JosephHayesJr Jun 13 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A8: Using tinkercad and 3d printer to design and print a product that could be sold at flee markets or online. #WCStechchat

TheTechNerdette Jun 13 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A8 Find random odds and ends around the house or the dollar tree and create something innovative! #WCSTechChat

wilsontechfac Jun 13 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A8: Robotics at home with household materials! https://t.co/8OWRFEKsQG #WCSTechChat

MichelleEdwar25 Jun 13 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Good Night, Everyone! #WCSTechChat