#TLAP Archive
#TLAP is a weekly chat for educators who embrace author, keynote speaker, and moderator David Burgess' approach of teaching like a pirate. Burgess is author of Teach Like A PIRATE: Increase Student Engagement, Boost Your Creativity, and Transform Your Life as an Educator and co-author of P is for PIRATE: Inspirational ABC’s for Educators.
Monday January 4, 2016
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Welcome to ! We are "honoured" to have author, hosting tonight! Thank you for joining us!
Super excited about tonights chat!
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Welcome to ! We are "honoured" to have author, hosting tonight! Thank you for joining us!
Honoured to host tonight. Looking forward to discussing the or wherever the convo goes. Let's get going :)
Hello friends. Thanks so much for joining us as leads us in a discussion of
Hello PIRATE friends and Welcome to - Love the book George, thanks for writing it
Jay, elem.principal from NJ setting sail
Looking forward to tonight's discussion!
there is an epic picture from that meeting taken by
Thank you so much for being here, George.
Yay! I'm currently reading this very book...not very far along but already SO inspired!
To start, here's a tribute to the awesome who passed away yesterday. Check out his work on grading: https://t.co/9FfmG3ynns
Excited to join in it's been too long for me! What better than to ave leading, he loves dog you know!
In a sentence, what message does your book provide for teachers?
Plane touched down like a snowflake landing on a kittens nose, just in time for chat
Chuck from Milrockee, where it is -6° C - excited to see in June at
Thanks for joining us, Jay!
good evening - michael from columbus, ohio - middle division teacher excited to get back onto the ship!
I'm EXCITED for this chat tonight! I'm in the middle of reading this AWESOME book now!
Happy 2016! Excited to see what has to offer in terms of excellent learning this year!
urbie form arizona.. Instructional designer
Hello and ! Excited to get to talk about . Book was awesome! Todd, elem principal in CA!
oh my condolences to his family.
Getting aboard -- Quinn Rollins, Utah. Social Studies. Stuff. Junk.
Wow! That's the best simile I have sen in months! Glad you made it! https://t.co/19bL885mOV
Plane touched down like a snowflake landing on a kittens nose, just in time for chat
Happy Monday, crew! So excited to talk tonight w/
Beth, MS principal from MO.
Excited to tap into the brain of as he hosts tonight! Loved his book
K-5 Illinois Principal
Hi Quinn! Did you "Play Like a PIRATE" today?
Hey ! Megan-high school assistant principal from KS here. Haven't read yet, but hoping to enjoy a great conversation
Jay checking in to from Merton, WI. Excited to learn with tonight! The rest of you will be awesome, too!
Hello Excited to connect & discuss the
Rob from KC. Middle school science
Sandy 5th teacher from Utah excited to be here at to learn with the crew!
Amanda here from Texas. I teach little innovators in third grade
Meggan, 8th grade science & instructional coach, Central TX
Susan Spellman Cann High School Counsello self - directed High School Calgary happy to be joining innovator loved the book
Good evening, all! Amy from Missouri. Reading Specialist; just ordered and anxiously awaiting this book!
. it was actually the pilots expression ;)
Bob Abrams, HS AP, tweeting from IL, moderator. Looking forward to a great tonight
Excited for tonight Innovator's Mindset and Mike from PA
Excited to be joining tonight!
Hi everyone
Thanks for the book
What a great year 2016 will be in education!
Cliff, principal and pirate from NJ joining in tonight. Happy New Year all.
Ryan from IL, technology coordinator and currently making my H is for Hourglass of Rapport.
Hello ! 3rd grade teacher & here in Hingham, MA. Taking a quick time-out then jumping right in with my !
Considering I am an Innovations Teacher I figured I better take a look at tonight! :)
Hello my friend! Great to see you here!
Excited to be at tonight. as host it is bound to be a good chat.
Michael Matera
World History Teacher
Milwaukee Wi
Great to have you with us, Todd!
Hi I'm Jason from WI. Heading home from kid soccer practice for and with
Oscar Uribe from Rochester MN.
Karin from MN. Presented at where was as well.
Glenn here! I brought funyuns!
Love to see you here, Urbie!
Hello all- Jeanne, Elem Teacher from NJ- Excited to learn w/ you all tonight! 's Innovator's Mindset is a terrific read!!
You too! Your tweet made me smile!
Andi...gifted ed teacher in TX. Excited about tonight's chat with !
Hello everyone! Shane, Superintendent from PA excited to participate
Good evening ! Marci from NC here! Just finished where we discussed . Looking forward 2 discussing
Hello ! Jodi, 4th grade teacher in NC. LOVED the book!
Such a huge loss! was an amazing advocate for the best education for Ss & he was a COURAGEOUS educator.
Happy New Year pirates! Tracy, 6th grade science T from MA here. Intrigued and excited about mindsets.
Excited for eduhero hosting tonight! Bethany, elementary lead learner from Arkansas lurking and cooking!
We have SO much in store for you in 2016! Thanks for joining us!
Lucas Leavitt...Las Vegas, NV. Looking forward to a great chat on an outstanding book
Greetings joining tonight from the tundra, aka Iowa. Principal & SpEd director. Excited to learn from Happy New Year y'all
Joel Schleicher, Director of Technology from Grand Forks, ND looking forward to the chat
Dawn from Arkansas. Here to learn!
Angie here MS Instr Coach from coastal SC - got me good and warmed up for
Super excited to have you, Angela! You always much our thinking!
Excited to join tonight! Erin, 3rd grade teacher from DFW. Just read and LOVE it! Glad you are here
I know is hosting - so you multi-taskers will have to work hard to keep up tonight!
Howdy from Wyoming! JH Creative Problem Solving Teacher
Hello! Sarah from Northern WI, 3rd/4th Looping T. Excited to be here!
Just bought today - can't wait to begin reading! Lauren Slanker - 8th grade science teacher in IL
Karen, Lead Learner from Arkansas... Ready to change some mindsets
So thrilled to have you join tonight, Susan!
Nick Davis instructional coach from Iowa glad to join the crew tonight
Hello . Greg, Superintendent in Illinois and host of the , joining the crew tonight.
Lisa from SW Okla, teaching journalism, tech and reading4fun. Started the book last night. Tired tonight, but want chat.
Hi, checking in from Pittsburgh, I teach Spanish, happy to join in tonight!
Laurie Jones HS T from Cen cal by way of HB tonight!
Tim Johnson. Vice-Principal of K-6 French Immersion in Medicine Hat, AB
Alright...first question for coming your way.
LOVE that you already see them as little innovators! https://t.co/QpUaKzkA0d
Amanda here from Texas. I teach little innovators in third grade
Hello all, I'm Paul from SE MN. Can't miss chance to chat w/ . First time chat.
Arrrrr crew! I'm Stefanie a 2nd grade teacher from Peoria, IL. Excited to learn about
Daniel Kilback - Director of Technology at Korea International School - joining from sunny Seoul!
Hi everyone, Joël McLean from Callander, Ontario Canada Hey !
Good Evening. Rishi here from University School of Mulwaukee. Excited to
you know we have do a show with Appy the App dice Pirate one of these days.
Kathy , k-5 Science Coordinator here. Have the book . Haven't read anything yet, working on it.
Kelly from Dripping Springs, Texas
Gifted & Talented Teacher
Axel Gruen Principal in Ft Wayne
Hi Karen! So inspired by your sharing today! and always
Hi, I teach Spanish too. Happy to connect
librarian/tech teacher and instructional coach in Colorado
David here from NW Indiana, with my fellow Pirate, Robyn. We are both 5th grade teachers. Excited for tonight
Q1: Why is “innovation” and the so crucial to education today?
Tina Zita here from Toronto. Loved the book so far. Almost done. So close!
I;m Angela, a 6th grade Alberta pirate hopping aboard this awesome ship!
Hey , Sean in St. Augustine, FL, 3rd grade, checking in. , I've got your book in my "To Read" stack!
LOTS of Texas folks in tonight!
We are thrilled to have you, Greg!
Wendy Powers from Dripping Springs!!
Nili Bartley, MA Tech Int- may be in and out
Thanks for being here, Nick!
Hey Dave! Glad to be here tonight. Such a great book!
Hi Pirate Crew! Lori from Atlanta...7th gr science. Been a while since a chat. Busy with on wed nights!
Peter from Thunder Bay, Canada. Hoping in and out. Looks like a great lineup!
Always love your visuals!
Kheila from PA. Excited to be here and learn with tonight!
is now trending in Canada, ranking 39
Chuck from Milrockee, where it is -6° C - excited to see in June at
Liz 1st grade teacher Arkansas. Excited to learn!
Will Piper, 5th grade world cultural geography teacher, University School of Milwaukee.
Christine from Ontario here!
you should see the books on the kindle and hard copies piled up next to me!
LOVE that! is your "go to" guy for mindset shifts.
Lauren from W. Mass checking in.
I am excited to join tonight!
A1: We can't keep doing things the way we did in the past...the world is changing...so should how we teach & learn!
A1 Exponetial times call for innovative measures. The world demands a new product from edu.
A1: It's problem saving outside of the box.
A1: World is changing. Kids are evolving. Expectations are different. Only way to succeed is to have a growth mindset and adjust!
Greg here, Northwest IN. PE teacher and K-5 Tech coach. Ready to go.
Jennifer, District Principal from ON.
Stony, library media guy at Lakeside High School in Hot Springs, AR
Hello from Idaho, ! Marita Diffenbaugh, Implementation Specialist w/ Looking forward to the chat!
Woo hoo! 2 teachers in tonight...big smile!
A1 We are losing Ss to boredom. They don't know how to lrn outside "read & answer ?s at end of chap". They want more & don't know it
I'm an 8th Grade English teacher in California. They say has started . 4 straight days of rain!
A1: The way we've always done it is no longer acceptable, we must relentlessly pursue better for our Ss
A1: We need to be innovative if we want to inspire enrich students lives helping them be better
Thank you sweet friend! I am fired up about school starting back!
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Hi Karen! So inspired by your sharing today! and always
A1 the world is changing so fast that we need to have a different mindset to solve problems in the future
Same here. :) Excited to see so many sweet faces 2nite! Bridget Visser - Literacy Specialist from Texas.
A1 The standard training methods get Ss ready for a world that's disappearing. is a way of staying relevant.
, Marge, grade 3 Edmonton Alberta.
A1: We can't think of new challenges with the fixed and traditional mindset that is commonplace in many arenas
Rich from NJ/PA! Glad to be with the Pirate Crew for this awesome discussion!
The chat is actually in tonight. We are discussing book. Hop on over!
A: Innovation and are crucial today due to the rapid pace things are changing. Must stay current!
Shauna from Winnipeg... Enrichment & Innovation Consultant big fan of ...
A1 We are always learning of a new best way to do things. Innovation is using those new tools to be better than we were.
A1: The world is changing faster and faster. If we don't keep up or teach our kids how to learn and innovate, we've failed them.
A1 Content is no longer king - analyzing, synthesizing, creating, doing it a different way - that rules - that's innovation
It's what our Ss need bc our country and world need ! We have to teach our Ss to think big! Model-found a company like me!
A1 Innovation is a key skill for 21st century learners. We need more entrepreneurs and outside the box thinkers
A1: If we aren’t being innovative, we will be found standing still or at the back of the pack. Need to adjust as we learn, Ts and Ss.
A1: Fixed mindset is disappearing in today's world. We have to stay true to creating and stepping out of our comfort zones to succeed.
This is great! Thanks for sharing.
A1: Well, I think may have said it best but we need to develop thinkers and not repeaters of info https://t.co/i5ILODxGGB
A1) Innovation is important in education today because we want our students to be innovators, so we have to model that behavior
A1 work of The future need people who Will innovate
you are welcome. Remember, .
Betty - Teach high school - Game Design & Multimedia in Oklahoma
So glad to have you with us, Shauna!
A1 It's time to break the "rules".
A1 : If innovation requires a change in our mindset, then it's huge! https://t.co/kFgRa6uTNs
Q1: Why is “innovation” and the so crucial to education today?
A1 Youth are interacting with digital media and the world around them in a way trad. edu. could never handle nnovation is critical
A1: We have to create schools that work for kids. That takes courage and an innovators mindset. Never be afraid to try something new.
A1: Innovation is key for educ. leaders, the book is a great inspiration and guide
A1: Ss need relevance. They need ownership. Innovation gives them ownership and they make their relevance through innovation.
A1 because there is so much catching up to do w rest of already innovating world!
A1: Maybe an has always been important but key today if we want to help ALL students learn https://t.co/f3wsoS7Nnb
Q1: Why is “innovation” and the so crucial to education today?
Joanne from Kingston, Ontario Excited for this!
I just got the book will probably finish tonight.
is critical...but hasn't it always been? I think we keep pushing our T's to push and encourage our S's..motivate!
Totally agree Megan. We can't expect it from kids and not model it ourselves.
I think it's safe to say the majority think innovation is key, but what does innovation entail?
A1: it's not enough to "just teach" students they have to walk out of school with so much more then memorized facts!
Totally agree! Applicable for teachers, students... all educators https://t.co/EBXTX44Wlm
A1: If we aren’t being innovative, we will be found standing still or at the back of the pack. Need to adjust as we learn, Ts and Ss.
A1: The world has changed and doesn't reward compliance and cookie cutting. We want makers not memorizers, creators not consumers.
A1: My son said it best recently talking about creativity: "If people aren't creative, nothing would get done" https://t.co/Ux6NCWuZAe
Q1: Why is “innovation” and the so crucial to education today?
A1 I think innovation has always been crucial to those truly have a passion for education. I'm old, and I had plenty of Ts who were+
I loved the "relentless restlessness" bit in the book.
A1: Innovation in education should ALWAYS be important, as the genius of tomorrow depends on today.
A1. Teachers as well have to continue to learn. We cannot teach the way we taught 20 years ago or how we learned in school
A1: Ts are not keepers of content anymore - that's at the end of their hand via phone. We must lead them to take risks and create.
A1 have to take our knowledge,expand, change,create new/diff otherwise all stays same,no challenges=bored
Jeff, K5 Principal from Northern CA....joining in
A1: Being fixed, besides not preparing Ss, is boring!! Who wants to be bored at school? We want to solve real problems!
A1: Innovation is important b/c Ss have information at their fingertips--what do we offer that's superior? What's in it for them?
A1: It is no longer acceptable to just teach kids! We have to empower kids to be knowledge seekers and foster curiosity.
A1: students won't be prepared for the real-world w/o it. Doing what we've always done will not be good enough. It's a mindshift
Yep! https://t.co/NSiPfFr19T
A1: The world is changing faster and faster. If we don't keep up or teach our kids how to learn and innovate, we've failed them.
A1: Our students deserve to be engaged and have their minds opened; our students can design where their learning goes
A1) So many of our schools need innovating from the ground up! Fortunate to teach in an innovative setting!
A1 it's way too easy to fall into the pattern of "teaching the same way I was taught." Innovation is key in breaking that cycle.
A1: Innovation is seeing the world as it could be, not as it is. Ss should look at the future & think how to make it better!
A1: Innovation drives progress. It helps us move forward and build 21st Century skills. The mindset allows us to maintain perspective.
We don't live in silos. I don't get up on Sat morning and say it's time for my social studies application https://t.co/T5qh3KmCwC
A1 Content is no longer king - analyzing, synthesizing, creating, doing it a different way - that rules - that's innovation
We are preparing today's youth for problems that do not yet exist that they must solve with technologies that do not exist
I would agree...why are people more apt to embracing it now?
A1 Innovation allows us to continue to adapt and change the way we learn and create. https://t.co/ctq1tVp9X1
Q1: Why is “innovation” and the so crucial to education today?
A1: Learners needs continue to evolve and develop, innovative teaching is needed for kids to thrive and grow
A1: Ss don't create like we did. Ss have so much created for them. We must teach them now to innovate if we are to keep moving forward
Erin, joining in from Chicago. Excited to chat about mindset!
A1 +innovative and encouraged me to create and be creative. It's always been there-maybe we've just lost track of some things.
is a good one tonight if you want motivation and inspiration for 2nd semester!
Jonathon from St. Louis joining for a bit tonight.
A1 We've often left brilliant students behind because they didn't fit in our mold. We need to fit them.
What are the things that should not be "innovated"?
A1: Our kids are tired of "doing school". They have so much more to offer... They have AMAZING thoughts and ideas - let them shine!
A1b: Innovation is problem-solving and dream-achieving...it helps our Ss set goals and strive to achieve them!
That's a fantastic way to say it!
A1 Our kids R coming of age in a new world-where new skills/ideas/understanding are required-They must think/create/collab/communicate
A1 The is necessary for the world we live in today, it gives students a powerful way of approaching the world!
A1 Innovation is important because without it everything would come to a standstill.
A1 Because what we have been doing to education has not been working. Teachers and leaders need to be creating and inspire students
is a good one tonight if you want motivation and inspiration for 2nd semester!
A1: We MUST equip Ss to be independent and intentional problem solvers.
A1 Innovation is crucial to Ss heading into the workforce! Innovation mindset will drive people to always seek improvement in life!
I have just the book for you :) To me it is more about a way of thinking then "stuff".
A1: Ss must learn to be innovative, collaborate, problem solve, use critical thinking skills to prepare for jobs that don't exist!
A1: Innovators adapt to change, are flexible, and continue to learn from mistakes...all things our kids need to contribute.
Take the dramamine...this ship is FLYING tonight!
A1: Quote I read today "We need to plant trees that we will never sit under!!!"
A1: We need to be innovative and relevant for our Ss or we are doing them a disservice. Always moving forward!
Agree! We need to teach Ss how to think and problem solve with all of their resources.
Processing/problem solving > Content/knowing https://t.co/WNqg4cl95t
A1 Content is no longer king - analyzing, synthesizing, creating, doing it a different way - that rules - that's innovation
A1 How true... seriously; how can a fixed mindset help move Ss, Ts and admin forward together in 2016?
A1: Innovation should be like breathing for us as educators and leaders. We can no longer settle for anything less.
Love - excited to connect from Ontario
agree and we need in the box thinkers too. Students who are ready for the future unknown.
A1 And it's crucial because without it students stop asking questions, stop wanting to learn more. They stop growing as a learner.
Wow... is pretty busy...trying to keep up!
important to let students create to demonstrate mastery and not become recall agents, want agents of discovery and collaboration
I like the idea of a flexible mindset. I think many times the biggest part of having an
So, I ironically retweet. MT : A1:I think may have said it best-need to develop thinkers-not repeaters of info
Master of great alliterations! https://t.co/MQqUiCiTls
A1: The world has changed and doesn't reward compliance and cookie cutting. We want makers not memorizers, creators not consumers.
A1: We must stop preparing kids for 1984!
A!: Innovation is crucial to education because Ss need more than standardized testing skills to function in this world
A1: Our kids live in a world of innovation
Would I want to be a St in my own class? Another reason to be innovating rather than staying still, I'd expect it
A1 Innovation implies the whole is greater than its parts. Better together. Creating new ways for teaching and learning.
A1 Ss don't really learn when they are not fully engaged and invested in what they are doing, the work needs to matter
A1: The world is full of innovative tech that is ever changing! We must prep Ss to be immersed in this world by bringing it 2 school
This! https://t.co/m2L6GDcUJs
A1: The world has changed and doesn't reward compliance and cookie cutting. We want makers not memorizers, creators not consumers.
It's hard to keep up with an engaged populace!
A1 we shouldn't just be telling Ss what they can ask Siri - we should be helping them make a new, better Siri (maybe called Chucky)
Well said, Kory! https://t.co/u7gOe5JDOX
A1 And it's crucial because without it students stop asking questions, stop wanting to learn more. They stop growing as a learner.
BAHAHHAHAHA :) Nice! So did I :)
Good luck! plus is a powerful combination!
A1- Innovation can drive engagement through the roof. Innovative teachers think differently, keeping students guessing and engaged!
A1 A lot of stuff is changing, or should change. Some can be supported by the usual suspects. Teacher folk have more leverage..
Aww but it was such a good era!! lol
A1:Teaching is so hard and there no such thing as an expert.Complex problems need innovative solutions create something new and better
A1: Innovation is creating a new & better future. Could be 5 min from now or 50 years. Thoughtful innovation leads to powerful change
Ts don't hold the knowledge anymore. S creativity and imagination must be honored
Looking back I SO appreciate so many of my Ts-they really were SO passionate about teaching and our learning.
Awww, thanks Shelley:) It's always one of my favorite times of my week!
Just have your video on in the background. Love the video blog!
EMPOWER! https://t.co/vvQbn4nZgj
A1: It is no longer acceptable to just teach kids! We have to empower kids to be knowledge seekers and foster curiosity.
maybe we have come to the tipping point in ed where we can’t keep going the way we have?
being engaged and engaging is important for us and students
I love the definition of innovation being change that unlocks new value. I use this to measure/evaluate innovation.
A1: Ss today have lots of greats (tech, comm) but have lost lots of chances to innovate as P/T/society let kids take fewer chances
Br Christopher checking in from ks. Glad to with you all!
Absolutely- Our world needs those creative problem solving skills!!
I had some great role models, they continue to inspire me today as a teacher. They were truly innovative.
sharing what I have learned so far it is the students who will create the future if we let them!
A1-our Ss deserve better than the way we've always done things
A1: Don't you want your students to be the best humans they possibly could be? Teach beyond the standards.
Yes! I think your book is going to lead to much innovation in the realm of https://t.co/RCTG7iaITo
A1: Innovation is creating a new & better future. Could be 5 min from now or 50 years. Thoughtful innovation leads to powerful change
Well said ! https://t.co/wfn7xvVwww
A1- Innovation can drive engagement through the roof. Innovative teachers think differently, keeping students guessing and engaged!
A1: We are preparing our Ss for a very different world & in doing so must encourage risk taking and innovation.
is filled w curiosity, creativity, problem solving-so needed in educ today. Passion drives learning. A1
A1 Methinks teachers actually have the keys to the Chevy, influencing up (admin) & downrange (community).. Be a shame not to tap.
A1: Because our job is to help kids to build THEIR future. Not our future.
reading Dewey I always thought his ideas were ahead of the amazing tools at our disposal make it so much easier to implement.
we need to create learning cultures where there are more questions than answers
Great minds.....!! https://t.co/26Hpg4n4iH
So, I ironically retweet. MT : A1:I think may have said it best-need to develop thinkers-not repeaters of info
A1: One of my favourite quotes..."Innovation is expected in all areas of the world except the one you work." Truth?
A1 innovative teachers will lead to innovative students!
This is so true! Innovative thinking is a sense of freedom.
A1.2: Innovation drives inquiry. Inquiry allows for Ss to design the path of learning. Why would we not want that!
A1) Innovating motivates cross-curricular exploration.
The ability to innovate is becoming a career survival skill.
Hey you two - Barbara checking in from Friendswood, TX to learn more about the
Innovation is inspired by your students. Listen to your students. Learn from your students. Co-create value with your students.
This seems simple but it is actually incredibly profound.
A1: BAM! I second that statement. Would include the need to explore ones creativity. https://t.co/RhPEgNKm5B
A1: It is no longer acceptable to just teach kids! We have to empower kids to be knowledge seekers and foster curiosity.
agreed! Knowledge is a commodity now
Jenny from MN joining a little late.
It brings the passion of learning front and center. (Carol ELA consultant from Long Island dropping in)
A1: Innovation involves putting your creativity into action. We need people who are action oriented https://t.co/FrzaC2zPbE
And we don't really know what the world we're prepping them for will be. Ss need to learn how to anticipate needs.
agreed and as educators we must keep up its our obligation to innovate
Question number 2 coming up for ...Please share links, videos or resources if you want.
Theory of Disruptive Innovation...True
Absolutely! https://t.co/FKfMdhAJF5
A1: We have to create schools that work for kids. That takes courage and an innovators mindset. Never be afraid to try something new.
A1 the is also a path towards personal fulfillment-believe we are happier being when creating/innovating/thinking
A1: Innovative Ss can also impact other Ss (and even Ts)
Great to have you here, Carol!
ARGHH! Lurking and finishing a presentation for 2morrow, but if any pirates are up at 10PM EST, come on by !
that hardest piece is that vulnerability that comes with an
nope - hopefully fiction in ed - the non-innovative should be shown the door ... to PD to help them become innovative
Svetlana AP in K-5 Deerfield IL Reading the book now & so excited
Must appreciate the irony in our "out of the box thinking"
Doing what's best for students! https://t.co/LtYzo7SKea
A1: Innovation should be like breathing for us as educators and leaders. We can no longer settle for anything less.
Innovation is the fuel of education. Passion + new ideas leads to growth.
right on! Teaching ought to lead our Ss to strive for their best, not what industry or commerce wants.
Innovation is expected where we work. You have to be innovative to TRULY differentiate for all Ss. No S learns the same
Glad to drop in Shelley-Happy New Year to
So true! And why is that for the career that creates all others? https://t.co/zEz3Jojkld
A1: One of my favourite quotes..."Innovation is expected in all areas of the world except the one you work." Truth?
shapes the world so it's crucial to give students to power to make an impact-they are the future! https://t.co/2sCkPTrRUj
Love that I always say if u can't google the answer ur not applying blooms 2 the fullest
Sweet! Hope you are enjoying it!
a1) simply put.The world is changing faster than we are. Innovation is simply using our mind to evolve our strategies
we need 2 create relevant meaningful instruction N which ads will want to investigate phenomenon & answer their ?s leading to new ?s.
A1 We need to bridge the gap between reality and potential. Developing and practicing an will help Ss do that
School should be about fun AND learning not an either or proposition
A1: Ss need to be able to spot problems, think, try it, solve, fail, and REPEAT
What's the quote? "The illiterate of the 21st century will be those who can't learn and relearn..." Someone help me out here.
do you think? I see lots of small moments of innovation here in Ontario, Canada. Sometimes hard to see the big pic
Fantastic topic already, tonight, ! Can't wait to read the book!
and not just 1 person. Needs to be a collaborative and ground roots movement for lasting success.
A.1: I agree with ! Showing students how to learn by being a learner makes a lasting impact. https://t.co/vA0npcRIdo
A1: We have to create schools that work for kids. That takes courage and an innovators mindset. Never be afraid to try something new.
A1 Both Ss AND Ts need an to help shape/define the direction in which our technologically advanced world is moving
That is a very good thing and I 100% agree.
Q2: What is an example of something you are doing that is innovative in your practice? How has it impacted students?
It absolutely will! I was VERY inspired by this book! I'm working on some pretty new ideas b/c of !
I think innovation exists everywhere - you just need to be apt to see it and embrace it
A1: Innovation engages and excites students to learn
Vulnerability is the birthplace of creativity and innovation Renee' Brown (something similar)
Hard to keep up with all the awesome tonight on !! Great minds asking great questions. Come join!
Yes! Love that talks about moving from pockets of innovation to cultures of innovation!
A1 Perceptions are everything. Probably it'd be a great idea to market what innovation/mindsets look/feel like to avoid problems.
A1 innovation brings an infinite possibilities for kids who are already tought to do as we have always do
Its like saying "Well, we've always done it this way". We can't afford it to be a truth. https://t.co/c7Cm0p0hY2
A1: One of my favourite quotes..."Innovation is expected in all areas of the world except the one you work." Truth?
Love, love , love this!! This is how I've been feeling this year and feeling misunderstood in my district https://t.co/2UhhB1HHAs
Got to get back to making instruction engaging, relevant & authentic -stop talking bout preparing 4 the 21st century -its passed us by
And because the world has changed, educators must change. We must innovate. We must model being creators. https://t.co/TR3jgiWP3N
A1: The world has changed and doesn't reward compliance and cookie cutting. We want makers not memorizers, creators not consumers.
A1:Innovation gives Ss opportunities to explore, design, change things. Need to know that their ideas are valuable/worth being heard.
A2 I aim to give Ss choice in how they respond to/curate their learning.
Absolutely if we don't have an mindset we all lose out https://t.co/UEAKsZ8jcI
A1 Both Ss AND Ts need an to help shape/define the direction in which our technologically advanced world is moving
A2: Revamped our site PD model so that teachers can follow passions and interests...that has led to innovation in the class!
A2: I am currently helping my friend transform his art room into a full classroom https://t.co/VYkwToLAPt Our Ss want to create
A1: We may stop asking questions that Google can answer.
HUGE fan of after meeting him and experiencing his passion in TX last August.
A1: We should be teaching how to change the world not letting the world change education. We must be innovators to do this
A2: I reframe PD so that staff have a model for different approaches that integrate tech or twitter PLN https://t.co/r1148rwKLo
A1: I have many Ss that are much smarter than I am. I just need to get out of their way as they get their innovation on.
A2 Letting students lead in the classroom design. They work where they are comfortable. Not just in a standard traditional classroom.
A2: Incorporating makerspace into "everyday" learning. Currently teaching multiplication via Maker as purely a facilitator of learning
A2) Genius hour. Variations in difft grade levels in prek-8. Students own interests are key. Validated their interests over mine!
A2: They want to innovate, break beyond their walls at school and home to be the leaders of tomorrow.
A2 I give Ss time to follow their own rabbit holes during -ish time.
A2: We revamped our after school program to move from interventions to creativity, building on strengths, and STEM activites.
Sometimes...but that is exactly the type of challenge that PIRATES like best :)
A2 sharing my own making/inventing process (an email activated chicken treat feeder) shows them living big and crazy is fun
agreed about profound. Need to let the students discover those answers too. Not just delivered in a PowerPoint.
A2 Asking students to help design the program of learning each semester. It creates ownership & engagement
Yes, Please! I am waiting for that day!
Casey from MO joining late. Off my unplugged sabbatical!
Doing this with our PD and Ts should be the model -- if that's how we want Ss to be taught. https://t.co/AxEiGIe1eb
A2: Revamped our site PD model so that teachers can follow passions and interests...that has led to innovation in the class!
A2 , one of my fav. Authentic problems scaffolding students as work towards goal. Maybe not solve the first try, but eventually
2) with true innovation you are never guaranteed success. I like to be innovative by admitting when my innovations fail miserably.
Ss need to apply their knowledge not waste time on memorizing then they will do incredible things cure diseases a1
A2 We have dedicated Play Time in class every day to let kids explore.
A2 Equipping students to lead more than they follow.
A2- Creating Tech 'n Sixty videos to help provide timely PD on innovative topics for peers to learn & try, then apply to help Ss
A2) I constantly work to put myself in the seat of the learner. How is what I am doing affecting them? How can I influence?
A2 I'm beginning the move toward personalized learning. Kids want a say in what and how they learn.
Ss love It is amazing to see what they come up with.
. You are not alone. Hang in there! It is a battle worth fighting. :) Be the light that gives others courage to follow you!
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Yes, and it's not just about engagement--but meaning and motivation in the process. not
A2: One thing is participating in the challenge with
Making sure we are acknowledging greatness
A2 - Teaching and learning coding with my students - Learning how to be creators.
We did something like this at our school this yr. Ts engaged & excited.
A2: Innovation is about becoming better and GF Ts are more connected and learning from each other through a weekly/local gfedchat
A2) Not sure if it falls under innovative but I'm working to move PD in our building to a personalized model, giving Ts choice/freedom
A2: Incorporated multisensory teaching techniques. Activating the WHOLE brain!
A2: Using technology in our School Counselling program to assist students with
The minute you think innovation is someone else's job, you're done.
A2 waaay too often PD is the most stultifyingest pedagogy ever. Ts should be engaged, involved. https://t.co/AxEiGIe1eb
A2: Revamped our site PD model so that teachers can follow passions and interests...that has led to innovation in the class!
I love that. We are way less likely to be innovative in areas we hate.
A2: Making the priority in our classroom. Focusing on their passions and encouraging innovation.
A2: supporting multiple schools currently along their path of . Developing free wifi directory 4 students w/o access
Innovators take time to take risks, learn from others, collaborate and work to make changes which enhance their practice
A2: Working with 5th/6th teachers to develop a "flex" schedule in an effort to create personalized learning.
I am passionate about teaching my students how they can Make a Difference TODAY! We need to give kids the opportunity!
A2: It's been awesome to redefine PD w/ &
A2: Alternative seating! Choices everywhere! Ss are learning what works best for them.
A2-empowering and supporting Ts to make informed choices for their students when designing lessons, not just complying to a curriculum
A2: Working on some pop up makerspaces for schools and how to support in new ways. https://t.co/NkZNwk6Dtn
Q2: What is an example of something you are doing that is innovative in your practice? How has it impacted students?
Oops! Better late than never! Amy from Frederick, MD, 7th grade Medieval History!
Love that I always say if u can google the answer ur not applying blooms 2 the fullest that was can not can't lol
They are really liking the chance to learn from colleagues or pursue their own interests...love seeing the creativity!
A2 Chairing digital learning initiative, rethinking learning spaces, time, and learning path in district
A2 : I'm helping principals create new and relevant PD opportunities for their staff or themselves.
A2 Also asking students for input in assessment design - it makes for fun learning
Yes! https://t.co/kZFhyuwTN4
Yes, and it's not just about engagement--but meaning and motivation in the process. not
A2 I am becoming a yes man principal to anybody that comes with innovate ideas.
A2 You know, I don't know if anything I do is overly innovative, but I try to make sure that my Ss know I respect&value their voice.
A2) I have been my class. Here is this year's intro video for students. EPIC https://t.co/yxAIpeFY2W Love the voice over!
A2: Incorporating a number of new tools to help increase engagement. Can’t wait to get all of our . Pushing Ts to new levels.
Thank you for sharing Mandy!
A2 Listening to Ss about what projects/writing/topics they want to explore, getting ideas from them, more collaborative and S centered
A2: By providing outlets for - collecting their thoughts & ideas to drive our learning
Q2 acoustically enhanced classrooms, deskless, project based, student choice & ownership, music, authentic relevant & fun instruction
A2: having students create projects using GAFE with Ss in other countries to learn about cultures
A2 Letting Ss choose how to show their learning, choose tool and how to present info, choice!
Our art room is also pushing us to create in new ways and get our tech for our Ss who want and need it. https://t.co/VYkwToLAPt
A2: Self-Directed learning having Ss dig deeper, youth films, Tiger Talks, 3D printing S inventions.
I agree. I am lurking and reading and hearting things. Can't do much more.
A2: Our junior high held its first student EdCamp today. So important to give kids a voice in their own learning.
Fantastic!! No doubt you have engaged learners in your classroom!! Way to go! https://t.co/lIiy7XMW8C
A2: Incorporating makerspace into "everyday" learning. Currently teaching multiplication via Maker as purely a facilitator of learning
A1-I am trying Genius Hour for the first time-when last year's Ss saw this year's Ss projects-they asked why we didn't do last year
The community has been amazing. Pushing thinking daily! https://t.co/V5bBZrW1WG
A2: One thing is participating in the challenge with
Making sure we are acknowledging greatness
A2 sharing our new company class With The députee of our Town so that he can sponsors The idea ?
A2 Giving kids choice in how or what they learn leads to innovative thinkers.
Exactly! It goes back to providing differentiation in our classrooms by modeling it for our teachers!
A2. I have create CNN at our school Connaught News Network. Here is a sample on my YouTube channel. https://t.co/CyEfNiBpA9
A2: As be innovative in how you do classroom visits and feedback. Visit often, appreciate, notice impact, honor risk-taking
A2 Implicitly teaching Thinking Skills-Naming them, practicing them, nurturing them! Ss improve at questioning, logic, connecting, etc
A2: meets the definition to me! We strive to do the same. Becomes intentional. https://t.co/Edu6mFYTBw
A2) Not sure if it falls under innovative but I'm working to move PD in our building to a personalized model, giving Ts choice/freedom
I love to give Ss the chance to show me how! It's ok to learn from them.
Fantastic! I'll be reading that later!
A2: Going on year 4 of flipping my jr. high math classroom. Haven't taught a lecture in 4 years. Students/parents love it!
Ss must have a voice!! Excellent! https://t.co/U17apopT0Y
A2 Also asking students for input in assessment design - it makes for fun learning
A2) Week long integrated units in gr 6-8 this month. Varying themes. Collab among team teachers. Awesome!
Any models, ideas, or topics you willing to share? Going through the same process at my school.
A1 Ss' future and what it brings has yet to be created. Our Ss have that job. We need to prepare them to create their future world.
A2 I show my Ss that I still get excited about learning, and that I don't know it all and I still asks lots and lots of questions.
I love this idea. We often decorate the whole room before they arrive and doesn't make it our room.
a2: Innovative classroom seating. Completely removed all traditional seats and chairs and replaced w multiple choices of seating
A2 Working hard on student-led classroom & this year
A2. By providing Little Bits, Legos and hopefully some robots to Ss and Ts to use in the library and classroom to make anything
A2: All staff development must model the teaching we want to see in our classrooms. #
Practicewhatyoupreach
A2: Participating in the challenges gives me a framework to grow and develop as a lead learner and principal.
A2: empowering students to guide their own learning through goal setting. & Tearing down the norm and demanding more
A2) I also worked with staff to create this policy that allows PD points for Twitter chats and research https://t.co/kVJtnLKD2V
What platform are you using for gamification?
One of the best ways I differentiated in my classroom was with and game inspired design.
great stuff with that. Learning to infuse that myself.
Thank you, Jay! and I hope the challenges help grow their muscles! https://t.co/uuAVgzs5lf
A2: One thing is participating in the challenge with
Making sure we are acknowledging greatness
A2: Stopped collecting and grading math classwork. Students do it with much more quality and consistency than when I collected/graded.
Truth. https://t.co/SQ4WXTgAmW
A2: All staff development must model the teaching we want to see in our classrooms. #
Practicewhatyoupreach
Bringing it to my site has kept me ( and my teachers) from going insane when it is done at the district level!
. don't let the staff know or they might turn your car into a piece of art
proficiency based learning, rather than deficiency. Nice!
A2 In the same way that innovation is a mindset, I think innovating in the classroom is more than just developing an "innovating unit"
My school has also implemented a Genius Hour this year. Work in progress...
Love this. Wish my district would begin to look more @ this!
A2 I try to question the status quo and make Ss think of alternatives
A2:Empowering Ss to be active developers in their learning, LISTEN & remain flexible to what they need, take risks, FAIL often
Thanks! I like to believe that it is. :)
A2: We often 4get about the power of reflection. Reflection forces us 2 refine &encourages further discovery. https://t.co/JTB4Goa8iR
Q2: What is an example of something you are doing that is innovative in your practice? How has it impacted students?
A2. To add to my earlier post, students are directors, broadcasters, writers and editors of our weekly newscast.
A2: bringing a into our school. Letting S's try, fail, think, tinker, brand, invent. Also drives our S's
A2 I will be learning about together with the students in the next month, & I know almost nothing now. https://t.co/LqfE4r8HMV
Q2: What is an example of something you are doing that is innovative in your practice? How has it impacted students?
A1 We know more about how our Ss learn, & how the brain works. We need to reflect our changing world in our schools & practice
watching this chat tonight. While I avoid watching The Bachelorette. Great topic.
Allowing Ss in to redesign our classroom to create more environment on a budget!
A2: Adding stand-up desks and flexible workspace options, , implementing student created video newsletters
A2: I model vulnerability and honesty. I own up to my mistakes and walk my Ss through my thought process.
A2: Restructuring intervention to WIN {What I Need} Time. Meeting the needs of ALL learners and giving choice to Ss!
A2: If Innovation = making something you do even better, I would say listening to & ACTING on Ss Voice/Input to create better lessons.
Thank you for all those that are sharing actions they have taken to make learning better for kids during .
A2 encoding, participating to a lego contest, creating a debate on twitter and connected With classes all around The globe
Tisha from So Oregon jumping in late!
A2: I have not started yet but I am going to begin videos of Ss with Ts of math center activities in order to create a library for Ts
A2 Working with principals to increase collaboration and differentiated PD. Modeling is trickling down to classroom level
A2: A cool new add on for the iPad is the Got if for Ts/Ss and my own daughter! Check it out!
We have , DASH from and in our classroom - check them out if you haven’t yet
A2 In the process of reframing our new teacher mentor program & looking to include different ways to engage their learning
Megan, do you find that Ts take advantage of it to ditch PD completely--what accountability do they have?
Same biz concept as ROI? MT love def of innovation-change that unlocks newvalue-use to measure innovation
Mandy is truly a leader who embraces a
yes passion is so important that's whymany companies like Google believe inthe 80/20 model &why works
A2: Be an actor instead of a spectator. Walk the talk.
A2 Blurring the lines between subjects, because in life, math is not separate from science or language or geography...
A2 allowing Ss to pick where they sit, also, moved to tables instead of desks this year, changes the feel of the room
A2: Staff development/staff meetings cannot be things that I can send in an email
Totally agree, and we learn in the process and build relatshps by engaging and then empowering them
That is so great because it is something YOU wanted to explore and implement!
A2 Removing standard structure from classroom, allowing Ss to work how they choose.
A2 just administered a student engagement survey to our 1600 3rd-8th grade students. Sharing prelim data 1/11 Ss voice to innovate
A2: starting After school program "innovation club" & my 5th graders will be inventing for a unit I created
My Sci ss constantly researching, collaborating, working through problems. love being a collaborative curator!
A2a I support clinicians PD. reflects my innovative mindset. Example: at on non-traditional Ss..
Need to make school a place of exploration where students are eager to learn, connect, and grow. Adults must develop rapport with S's
Ha! I said the same thing in a lot of words and I forgot to it! LOL!
A2; I am teaching the 21st century skills using . I plan to lead with empathy
That's how my classroom was redesigned. Genius Hour comes to life!
A2. Creating a Learning commons that embeds PD for Ts & allows for innovation & authentic tasks to empower Ss https://t.co/ouJYdv0ao7
Q2: What is an example of something you are doing that is innovative in your practice? How has it impacted students?
A2: Took the plunge & gave more opportunities to code this year w/o being 100% comfortable w/ the subject - Ss know more than me :)
A2:designing programming assignments that help students reach their goals and their clients' goals (clients are city departments)
this book is on my list! I can't wait to read it!
So exciting! We are going on 3 yrs. It has changed everything & made my classroom meaningful and relevant again!
I look to scratch, so accessible and initiative
Great acronym for such a critical component of what we do!
a2) innovation is often context dependent. We are all agents of change which in itself is leading innovations forward
A2: Allowing Ss in to redesign our classroom to create more environment on a budget!
A2 Say yes to teachers' ideas as often as possible.
I LOVE ! I am teaching a MS class! It is AMAZING :)
A2 working on Personalized PD for Ts who have been "Sit & Get'd" to death. Focused on pedagogy - tech will come with it.
I appreciate how your post features collaboration at its best! Create, Share, Analyze, Curate https://t.co/LVErYF2D0F
A2: exploring coding apps myself and having a K-5 coding curriculum for all students
A2: Our library team & our Ts like to turn the library into specific eras of study! Makes content real for Ss https://t.co/giI5TSUmPn
A2: (I got carried away...) https://t.co/uVrJPOd71d
A2: Working with to up our PD game, add choice, &personalization, & our own #.
It's not about activities that fall in line w/ standards, where all Ss do this one thing but--individual curation using certain tools.
Sharing my Ss' creations on blogs gives my Ss voice and EMPOWERS them. This viewed 1000+ times today! https://t.co/NONlOFbZgs
A2 Listening to Students and Teachers and learning with them; discovering things together and supporting their thinking
A1: kids need to be ready for what life throws at them
gr. group meetings r now a forum for our teachers to share the risks they are taking in classroom & the impact it has for Ss learning
That is awesome...taking your interests and remembering the value of empathy when implementing!
I can't keep up with tonight! The ideas are scrolling fast.
Aww! Thanks! Being a lead learner requires that out of the box thinking and willing to take risks and fail!
you should share the details of this in a blog
A2: I think the answer to this Q is-- continually trying new thingsto help Ts integrate tech & help Ss learn is my way of innovating
A2b Learning about non-traditional Ss made me change language in learning materials to be more inclusive, coaching instructors too.
We live in an amazing world with amazing kids. Thanks for teaching them to share in an amazing way.
space can truly be innovative. Look at our own learning spaces.
I am hoping to add standing tables - want to see if ss are interested in designing them for measurement
And greatness can look all kinds of different. :) Acknowledge things that fail because of value of risk taking https://t.co/3e42ROMth2
A2: One thing is participating in the challenge with
Making sure we are acknowledging greatness
This is wonderful! They will remember this far more than any other lesson!
A2 classroom space is vital. The more space you have to group Ss, the better working environment pending the structure you setup.
A2 culture shift from points = grade to learning > points, grade, etc
A2 going our of my Own teacher box so that I can be an example to my kids about innovation...
Leila from Escondido better late than never. Long day
good thought that will bring passion back to ed. Teach all Ss to grow as learners in positive ways.
Having admin that completely support you taking "risks", totally pushes you to be more innovative.
Thanks Angela, I am glad you liked , I am even more happy you are putting it into practice.
A2: Mastery for several years + redesign of mindset of classroom to allow for deeper conversation
You will love it, my friend!
A2: Finding pathways to force problem solving in students. You only have three moves to get the around these obstacles. Go.
A2: Redesign a curriculum review process so that Ts are engaged, empowered, innovative every year not every 10
We have video newsletters, daily positive message on Instagram and allow students to create videos to demonstrate mastery
creating lesson videos with students to share with their parents. Parents love it!
A2: I share w/ Ss new inventions & have them come up w/ answers to school, community, world problems & come up w/ answers.
I want to do the same with my COURSE. How are you scaffolding?
A2- focusing on student leadership & confidence. Impacts Ss & Ts
A2 Last yr, I ran chats w/my 4th graders-they were logging on 20 min early craving to connect & learn- I couldn't believe it
A2 STEAM start up as a result of saying yes to a T's dream.
A1. culinary arts. Amazing food truck race is well under way in culinary 3. Working on MANY ideas from
So glad you made it, Leila!
Very powerful--break down whatever barriers are in the way https://t.co/bPNEe35iWb
A2 I am becoming a yes man principal to anybody that comes with innovate ideas.
A2: built library of YA lit in my career tech center. Choice reading part of classroom instruction
A2: We've started Social Stations in counseling classes to sharpen our leadership skills. Ss LOVE 'em. https://t.co/0iGAt722TY
I will. As soon as I get it up I will let you know. Thanks, for the motivation.
A2 something I am doing is growing my PLN and learning from twitter chats,
That is a brilliant intervention in itself! Real application to fill the gaps in learning!
A2) set up a district hashtag to share learning by staff and students
So many amazing ideas and people sharing on this chat. I can't keep up!
A2: I'm dumping lesson plans this year. Poetry contest comes up: let's do it! Board mtg as platform for argumentative writing: YES!
A2: Another key component in supporting innovation is learning to lead with yes...love finding ways for Ts to implement their ideas!
comes from choice & passionate Ts allowing voice to rise. A2
I love this! My kiddos are just starting to make their own math tutorials. I love that you're creating it as a T resource.
Get rid of what is not needed. We often pile on initiatives that we should be getting rid of.
This is a great idea! Then offering time for Ts and Ss to share something they tried.
A2: I constantly ask folks to give me critical feedback on my efforts.
agreed, the support of admin is so important, and drives the
YUS!!!! https://t.co/j0qADUjrBF
A1: The world has changed and doesn't reward compliance and cookie cutting. We want makers not memorizers, creators not consumers.
A2 I open up rooms for my Ss to have a group talking area.
Fantastic, Bethany! https://t.co/GKa6Kkqjzo
A2: We revamped our after school program to move from interventions to creativity, building on strengths, and STEM activites.
A3) Genius hour, incorporating Raspberry Pi into science/STEM lessons, integrating more digital literacy
Chris, elementary principal-Greenwich,CT joining. Hey & all!
A2: We also encourage Ss to share innovative tech in the library: These 3 Ss presented 3D printing to Ss https://t.co/Iso2Cbl1vK
A1 new and old problems cannot be solve with old solutions. If old problems still exist it is because old solutions didn't worked
Spent a lot of time here Mike looks great! I couldn't see the spread sheet though. I used sheets in my case as well.
A2 Implementing flipped & individualized PD,appreciating the value of old couches in a classroom
Alright peeps...about to share question 3.
You're making it REAL. That's what it's about! https://t.co/fF0Su9ZeSJ
A2: I'm dumping lesson plans this year. Poetry contest comes up: let's do it! Board mtg as platform for argumentative writing: YES!
YES, YES, YES! Before you look at what to add to the plate... look at what should come off of it! https://t.co/QivqReeEFL
Get rid of what is not needed. We often pile on initiatives that we should be getting rid of.
So many here tonight thanks for all you do to help students a great way to start the year seeing such caring
Hope to make them into QR codes so Ss can use them when they need a reminder at the center. https://t.co/Ipjbo9JOxZ
I love this! My kiddos are just starting to make their own math tutorials. I love that you're creating it as a T resource.
That's what I would hope. Glad that it's working well. My district is exploring possible improvements.
Hi ! Finally on the road back to SD, 8+ hours from Sacramento. Glad to make 2nd half of the chat!
create that space and time where Ts & Ss can create together. Same topic / same passion.
A2: Working to stop thinking in terms of AGE..limit kids by sticking them n a grade based only on age. Look @ skill base,interest. etc
Very true. Key is for school leaders to empower their teachers by providing opportunity for innovation. https://t.co/Hln312p1w4
A2: Another key component in supporting innovation is learning to lead with yes...love finding ways for Ts to implement their ideas!
A2: Innovation lunches where teachers come together to ignite new ideas.
A2:Krista from Apple Valley, MN. We implemented genius hour in connection to STEM, giving students choice and they make an impact.
Absolutely...and it is important for staff members to support admin who are trying to model innovation. https://t.co/3E808NMNZY
Having admin that completely support you taking "risks", totally pushes you to be more innovative.
Love it. You need constructive feedback to grow
A2 Adding more elements of gamification in my class! New challenges, and
Q3: Why is "innovation" crucial to leadership in schools?
I also like the phrase "You can't see if a flower is growing if you keep pulling it up out of the ground."
Hello ! Sorry I'm late to the party. Glad to be here now, & excited to have leading the way tonight! Welcome aboard, George!
A2 Teaching my Ss they have a powerful voice & can use tech to make a + difference. Our M.A.D project outcomes https://t.co/RZbWUqAGIn
A2 Destination Imagination is an engaging amazing program that promotes the creative process, collaboration and resilience
focus on artist of the month and creating stations for students to explore create read write video and research
We are thrilled you are here, Mari! Keep your seatbelt on - is flying fast.
A2: If I need to hire a new teacher, I make sure to add questions about technology and innovation
amen in life all subjects r intwine
I want to have convo with to move my to Class!
Interesting! Can you expand on what this looked like?
Have you tried yet with your Ss. If so, thoughts?
I found it to be valuable and meaningful PD for my staff as well! Great way to empower them to build their own PLN
Digital Divas Dinners! https://t.co/oaoBEHL8JA
A2: Innovation lunches where teachers come together to ignite new ideas.
A3 The body will move where the head is facing.
A3) Do as I say, not as I do!
Doesn't quite work like that, does it?
A3 As edcators we ALL need to practice what we preach. If the leaders don't model it, how can we expect Ts to?
A3 Because you need to lead by example and inspiration.
A3: If leadership isn't leading the way for then how are Ts and Ss suppose to embrace it and fly with it? They must.
Carolyn in North Texas jumping in. Interested in starting maker space for our school.
A2) Reflect by looking at things from a different perspectives. Many times new isn't needed, but a refocus.
A3 If leaders don't take a risk and innovate, why would the teachers or students? Take a chance and model! https://t.co/hFQGYdtcjD
Q3: Why is "innovation" crucial to leadership in schools?
A3: Leaders must not only model but also be innovators themselves in what they do
Rethink how we group kids for learning! https://t.co/1qOYTTlOsy
A2: Working to stop thinking in terms of AGE..limit kids by sticking them n a grade based only on age. Look @ skill base,interest. etc
A3 This question is GREAT one! Admins need to make sure they are not doing same old, same old. If it's not working, fix it, change it.
Can you tell me more about that? Sounds awesome!
Very true. We talk about bandwidth - meaning personal bandwidth. Are we stretched too thin? https://t.co/0uTGA5tEem
YES, YES, YES! Before you look at what to add to the plate... look at what should come off of it! https://t.co/QivqReeEFL
Get rid of what is not needed. We often pile on initiatives that we should be getting rid of.
make the classroom a creative agency not a worksheet marketplace
A2: is redefining teaching and learning for me.
A3 bc too often leaders fall into the that's the way we've always done it. If you want new results you have to try new things
I'm buckled in with my fuzzy blanket, ready to go!
Yes! I've created two breakouts and my students absolutely love it!!
A3: Innovation is the agent of change which is desperately needed in school leadership. Innovation must be modeled for T buy in.
A3 Ts, Parents have more choices than ever w education. Give them a reason to be in your school/district/classroom. Inspire them.
A special welcome to my Greenwich, CT colleague, Tricia Raneri! Innovating together in our district! https://t.co/8EYcMgJXDx
A1: kids need to be ready for what life throws at them
Absolutely! It's definitely a two-way street. Trust/support <=> innovation https://t.co/eiLG0jlu9j
Absolutely...and it is important for staff members to support admin who are trying to model innovation. https://t.co/3E808NMNZY
Having admin that completely support you taking "risks", totally pushes you to be more innovative.
that's awesome! Promote communication, writing practice, idea sharing
A3. I follow . I also follow and Lots of great stuff there.
A3: If innovation is modeled, the Ss and Ts will follow. Crucial that leaders push themselves to adapt and encourage mistakes.
a3: Leaders with a vision create schools where teachers and students want to be
Status quo is not an option. Gradual change is not good enough. If not us, who? If not now, when? https://t.co/Jr1zu1uRSK
Q3: Why is "innovation" crucial to leadership in schools?
so far so good but it's on loan. Why our needs to get funded.
I have a student teacher w/ me. She doesn't know much about technology, unfortunately.
3) it's only leadership if going somewhere new. Leaders must inspire a vision and direction. They must "sell" the innovation
LOVE our Digital Diva Dinners! So inspiring. Always walk away with new ideas to bravely try! https://t.co/sXPiCDuCBt
Digital Divas Dinners! https://t.co/oaoBEHL8JA
A2: Innovation lunches where teachers come together to ignite new ideas.
And how can they encourage and foster a culture of innovation?
A3: Innovative leadership encourages others to see innovation as the gamechanger that it is. Encourages boldness, inspires greatness.
A3: Leaders have to model "thinking different". Ts and staff need to know that you value fresh and creative ideas.
QR codes are an awesome way to help make them more accessible! Nice idea :)
A1: The innovative mindset creates a ripple effect on how we approach our career challenges which spurs creative growth.
Q3. Innovation needs to be the culture of the school for the Ss, Ts and parents.
A3 Leadership is crucial to successful schools. Innovation = growth, taking risks, making a difference, just being better.
A3 if leadership isn't innovating, those that do are rebels (with a cause) - luckily I have an innovative admin
A3: We can't be complacent.stretch our minds, fail, try, use our and go for it.model for our S's and T's https://t.co/KaKMWRvZ8M
Q3: Why is "innovation" crucial to leadership in schools?
A3: don't cover up weaknesses. Acknowledge them and be innovative with a community/team wide game plan. Be creative & brainstorm
A3 Admins must allow fast horses to lead. Admins need to help slower horses feel part of the pack. Colloboration and empathy.
You repeated his information in making a point about repeating information?
A3 : Leadership needs to model what is to happen in the classroom. Fractals, as might say
A3 Reluctant Ts will not risk their own comfort if leadership not stepping out. Innovative Ts will become subversive
A2: Say "Why not?" instead of NO to . Be a leader, not a hero.
A2 We do innovative things, but I feel we're more responsive to Ss. We need to use them as our guide so that THEY can be innovators.
A3 Our org will never rise above our leadership. We must led and model the way.
Love this! I am learning more about integrating art into the classroom. Would love to hear what you do!
A3: When developing future ready schools and students we need to model what we want and take risks https://t.co/hGntE25KWM
A3 Admin:Teacher is analogous to Teacher:Student. Modeling of innovation should be similar in both relationships.
A3. Leaders need to lead by example, be risk takers, challenge the status quo & empower Ts to do the same= innovation
A2: Our school created a student-led Genius Bar which is open the entire school day. It's available to students AND teachers!
A3 Leadership includes all leading with Students, Parents need to be more involved More ideas the better!
A3: Ts must be given a culture where innovation can occur. Need to be empowered to feel comfortable & supported taking risks
A3: The bar will always creep higher and higher. Eventually, you need to innovate if you want to reach it. The routine won't cut it.
A3: The more schools I see, the more I see the need for innovative leadership. We need to think different to create better for kids.
A3 do you want a staff who, at end of day r just exhausted, or exhausted+want more?
HEIDI! So wonderful to see you my friend! I hope all is well :)
A3) Leadership can really set the tone for risk-taking.
agreed! Start w/the WHY. Show Ts the affordances of & that will drive the need for training https://t.co/NpwZsro9hH
A3: Agree 100%! https://t.co/WwrtF3T4Rs
a3: Leaders with a vision create schools where teachers and students want to be
plan for dynamic discussions around a real problem in the community that students want to solve
A3: Leaders model what they want to see happen with kids. Leaders must be willing to do what they ask others to do. Vulnerability.
I am talking with my Admin to get going in our schools. Is it as awesome as it looks? https://t.co/h1erdpDIx6
A2: is redefining teaching and learning for me.
It is our job to take risks as leaders so staff & students know that is culture. Everyone taking risks will lead to positive momentum
A3: Leaders need to remove any barriers that stand in the way; just like we want our kids to think differently our adults should too
A3: Innovative leaders create opportunities for teachers to expand their learning options which benefits the whole school culture.
A3 I've worked w/good and bad leadership. The good ones know how important it is to not just go along w/crowd. To do what's best4Ss.
A3 monkey see, monkey do - if leaders are innovating, the rest will follow - becomes culture (but doesn't have to be just top down)
Angela!!! Hello, friend! So great to see you here AND follow you on FB! Happy New Year!
Great point https://t.co/YOwVvRqpoe
A3: Leaders have to model "thinking different". Ts and staff need to know that you value fresh and creative ideas.
A3) gives us the atmosphere to grow continuously. It is about progressing and deepening understanding.
A3-Leadership at any level serves as a model for those you are leading! Innovative leaders will engender innovative "followers"
As educators today I believe we need to question everything in terms of learning, & lead w/ students in mind not complacency
A3: Innovative leaders inspire teachers and Ss to think differently, challenge traditional practices, and push the limits
A3: good leaders support Ts taking risks and pushing the boundaries for S growth. They set the tempo in the school
Wow! Student Ts should be learning these in methods classes.
A3-same old same old isn't good enough for anyone anymore including teachers and admin!
A3: Innovation & having an follows right along with Passions & Enthusiasm--- They're contagious!
Absolutely! It makes it SO much easier, when leadership models & embraces innovation themselves!
A3: Leaders also need to model that it's "FUN" to be creative and innovative. Help your team enjoy the ride!
I like this, Patricia. https://t.co/ksQ04nnRbO
plan for dynamic discussions around a real problem in the community that students want to solve
a3 not only model innovation but support & encourage risk taking
A3: Leaders must be willing to be vulnerable I believe it may be the most important first step. Important for MANY reasons
A3: Since innovation means improving something great, we must take ourselves and be better :)
Edison:failures r learng ways not2make lightbulb-Don't let failure create fear MT Acknow failure-value of risk taking
A3 Because it recognises learning as a living, growing, ever changing relational exchange, not an of pouring knowledge into a head
A3: leadership is responsible for carrying the vision for the school, innovation is essential to growth
A3: The status quo protects failures of the past, not hope for the future. As leaders, we must reimagine schools and dream big.
A3 Innovative leaders must see the world beyond our classrms & be ready to break down those walls so Ss can problemsolve, create, grow
A3: students need to see models of innovation. Must be the norm of schools. Not the exception.
A3 Important to model it,be open to change, new ideas, risks, growth, help others to build skills
A3: To retain/recruit top talent,leadership needs to stay innovative in their methods. Also, the school environment risks = stale.
A3: School leaders should innovate because it is more FUN!
I think that is very important. Teachers need to understand "learning" more than anything else.
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A3: Innovation allows us not to get stagnate. When embrace innovation, more room to take risks, learn, grow, reflect, & become better.
A3: How can we expect our team to stretch if we are unwilling to step out as leaders? An Innovative mindset reframes the conversation.
A3: Innovative leaders are transparent, open about failure/mistakes, authentic by learning out loud.
A3 Without Innovation there is regression, and it is contagious, got to break from the bonds, spoken from experience
A3- Innovation can mean to think differently which is important help all learning styles within a class/school! So ALL grow!
Hey! Does everyone know that is going to be the keynote conference this summer? !
A3: We always need 2 find new ways of doing things. My innovation in 1998 was running a coax thru my house to play Starcraft w/bro.
A3: It's hard without support and guidance. If you don't see it, then you don't always know what's missing. https://t.co/wEm27xwREA
Q3: Why is "innovation" crucial to leadership in schools?
Q3 Leaders need to model a mindset of inquiring/innovating forward. As we learn more, we are accountable to our new knowledge.
A3) Leadership is about being vulnerable and learning alongside those you serve.
Love it Jeanne. See problems as an opportunity to learn https://t.co/iGXOiKg5Wv
A3 Innovative leaders must see the world beyond our classrms & be ready to break down those walls so Ss can problemsolve, create, grow
Let students lead and you'll see a lot of innovative ideas! They need opportunities/voice It's their education
A3 Today's problems aren't going 2 b solved only using yesterday's answers-innovation needs to happen at all levels, leaders included
Agree completely, but it also takes a lot of work and sometimes that scares others off.
A3: innovation keeps things fresh and helps Ss see the role they might play in their own learning process, Ts can learn from the Ss.
Important we work as leaders to ensure that everyone works together as change agents to lead school to uncharted waters
A3: Innovation is a mindset and that organizations around the world are looking for this skill
A3: also the very definition of leader encompasses much of what an innovator is & does. Take risks and lead out to make a difference
A3: The "leaders" (all can be leaders) can and must expand those pockets of innovation.
A3 With any innovation comes some potential for it not to work Need to show that it's ok to take a chance If it doesn't work Try again
A3) share your passion for your work even as a Ed leader. More exciting for everyone
A3: Many great points so far! Having an allows me to take that first step, be a co-learner w the community
A3: Am I weird, or does anyone else just find the WORD "innovation" exciting? It's so awesome & necessary, isn't it?
A3 It is crucial bc Ts need to feel safe to take risks and try new and innovative things! Without this kind of support it can't happen
A3: Modeling of Innovation is a critical component leaders must show as an example for Ts & Ss. Fuels the fire!
. fun is recreation bc it re-creates you, that deserves to be the work of learning
We also need to remember that leadership does not just mean administration! Teachers are leaders too :)
requires a and I have butted heads with a lot of fixed mindsets that have squashed innovation
A3: When leaders allow Ts to be innovators they are compelled to let Ss become innovative.
A3: leadership is needed so that we can become innovators. Schools is not your grandma's classroom of the last decade. 21st century
Watchin' and doing some . It's a good night.
Thanks! I have an email chain from my principal discussing the same exact thing today. Big focus for us is the WHY!
A3. Ts and Ss look to leaders to model innovative ideas, inspire, be passionate, and encourage to take risks.....
Sorry - hate to run - have to make the Mr. some supper. I'll catch up on in the transcripts!
A3 Ts are more willing to take risks and embrace failure when leaders encourage and embrace it too
A3: Just as Ts need to model for Ss we need leaders to have an & inspire Ts who might not take the initiative
A3) When the leaders are innovative, they are like "I got your back" when I try new things...
all aspects of education for sure.
A3: Many Ts think what would their leader want? A strong, innovative leader understands this an inspires Ts to create what they want!
YES! Love this! We have AMAZING kids with AMAZING ideas! https://t.co/MKsjSi5ziS
A1: Our kids are tired of "doing school". They have so much more to offer... They have AMAZING thoughts and ideas - let them shine!
A3: What I really want to say about innovative leadership is pick up a book! Reading is the best way to grow as a leader & too few do
A.3 Leadership has to be willing to let you take risks and try new things.
Thanks for the pitch, Heidi - it's gonna be sparkerrific! (New word for the experience) https://t.co/onISPbDZcx
Hey! Does everyone know that is going to be the keynote conference this summer? !
Extending the definition of leadership, how should school boards be encouraging and supporting innovation?
A3: Innovation is only possible in the right environment. Innovative administrators create the right environment for Ts to take risks
A3 Innovation can come from anywhere starvation, pressure and perspective shift are felt (via ) leadership helps focus effort
A3: To be an innovative teacher means an administrator is supporting innovation.
Think I learned more about leadership from playing sports than many other areas.
A3: "Leaders" are innovative and risk takers! They must model, encourage, and motivate!
A3 Innovation is about taking risks & moving beyond the status quo. If Ts/Ss/admin feel empowered/supported a school will move forward
A3: Leaders that innovate can create a climate of innovative collab in the school. Ts can lead this movement too!
No, I agree! It's a fun inspirational word!
A3: requires a and I have butted heads with a lot of fixed mindsets that have squashed innovation
I second that one. Leadership in education looks many different ways. https://t.co/RzQGNodG0P
We also need to remember that leadership does not just mean administration! Teachers are leaders too :)
And they love that choice!
A3: The reverse is also true, should not b underestimated! Staff can inspire school administrators 2 innovate too!
A3: Leaders need 2 encourage risk taking & discovery. Model getting outside the box, & lead w/ transparency. choice & voice in PD
THIS too! Get others involved- one mindset https://t.co/yg4HqlDd5U
Extending the definition of leadership, how should school boards be encouraging and supporting innovation?
Really enjoying this discussion - thinking maybe I should read ?
Well said, my friend. Well said! That's EXACTLY what a great leader does! https://t.co/hH5BFFdMV0
A3: Many Ts think what would their leader want? A strong, innovative leader understands this an inspires Ts to create what they want!
A3: When innovation permeates through every facet & with all stakeholders there is POWER & real change! https://t.co/6XddOgjUcr
Yes and students too. https://t.co/xQCoYOn0mE
We also need to remember that leadership does not just mean administration! Teachers are leaders too :)
A3: innovation takes hard work and effort, there are no short cuts to quality experiences and positive outcomes
A3 As educators we need to question everything in schools today, & lead w/ students & learning in mind not complacency!
innovators take risks learn from mistakes but keep trying these ideas we share foster resiliency and grit!!!
AMEN, Sister! It makes me crazy that we have educators/leaders who don't read and stay current! https://t.co/jwOPAYZ2yl
A3: What I really want to say about innovative leadership is pick up a book! Reading is the best way to grow as a leader & too few do
Absolutely! is our driving force within our learning community and beyond!
True. I couldn't agree more.
yes I think Bc "innovation" equals Walt Disney.
Yes! And that feels great!
Great resources out there for leadership on Design Thinking. Allow teachers to design an effective classroom. Collaboration a must.
A3: Talked to another principal that told me "I can't remember the last time I read a professional book." I cringed!
So true! And Ss too! https://t.co/jlXYE93LTD
We also need to remember that leadership does not just mean administration! Teachers are leaders too :)
A3--First Attempt In Learning (FAIL)--it's ok to fail and leaders need to model that also; resiliency; perseverance are great skills
I will second that. https://t.co/8r5ieVDxto
Think I learned more about leadership from playing sports than many other areas.
Oh Catherine, you must get the book! I'm hoping will sign my copy this summer!
We are all co-leaders if we have an we collaborate to make schools better
A3 : If leadership is about serving, what and how well do we want to serve?
Need to innovate! Be a risk taker. Be more dog :)
are you following the chat is leading right now? It's also about innovation.
Leadership can come from any level. Influencing others to become better. Not reserved for admin.
Happy New Year to you as well! I am LOVING seeing you on FB :)
A3 innovative leaders + innovatve Ts ===> innovative Ss ====> brighter future - plus it's a ton more fun than memorizing dates
A3 I am a "literacy" coach but my boss allows me to coach unit planning & math, and mentor. Blur the instructional lines.
This is very true for me, as well. Then coaching took it to a new level.
Yes! We must be ready to part w/ "nostalgia practices" that keep our Ss mired in past- so we can guide them to be innovators
A3 Yes. Sometimes the perceived message from admin is "conform, innovation will be punished," so toxic. https://t.co/iuP7aD3OwS
A3: Many Ts think what would their leader want? A strong, innovative leader understands this an inspires Ts to create what they want!
I like your note about leading alongside Jenny. Great point!
A3: I was so inspired by a former admin because of his "out of box" thinking that I wanted to try new things.
A3 Love this! Innovation doesn't have to be top down. Innovative Ts who ignite Ss will get admin's attention, too!
A3. Innovative leaders can communicate the WHY. He/she can put the ego aside and do what is best for our community.
A3: I want to work w/a leader not for a boss! I want to be given opportunities to take risks not follow the way it has always been!
What does "innovative leadership" look like?
I think this when faced w/ a decision & specifically what my 1st principal would have wanted. 20 yrs later! https://t.co/dtaNcucj2m
A3: Many Ts think what would their leader want? A strong, innovative leader understands this an inspires Ts to create what they want!
Yes the right support lets you try new things and believes it is worth the effort for learning. https://t.co/ee9fjxsCrS
A3: Innovation is only possible in the right environment. Innovative administrators create the right environment for Ts to take risks
Thank you! We are so glad to have you with us tonight!
and reading models for Ss & Ts the importance of lifelong learning, which is key in being innovative and progressive
A3 innovative leaders + innovatve Ts ===> innovative Ss ====> brighter future - plus it's a ton more fun than memorizing dates
A3: To not have innovative leadership is like saying "We want 21st C Ss, but use 20th C strategies, please." https://t.co/zjUhRNliDR
Q3: Why is "innovation" crucial to leadership in schools?
flexible grouping but student choose grp based on self-determined level of understanding. Ownership of learning!
I definitely will! Was reading a post by and she was recommending it!
:) It's right in my job title! MT : A3: Am I weird, or does anyone else find the WORD "innovation" exciting?
A.3 - Joy and perseverance can be found when learners are free to be innovative w/ ideas & projects! https://t.co/MWReOg6TwN
Q3: Why is "innovation" crucial to leadership in schools?
A3:leaders must relentlessly advocate for resources requested by folks who are innovating then share the incredible ways they r used
If you start walking, the head's gonna have to start looking!
That would be an AMAZING conversation :) It isn't such a leap.
A3. Need to be careful with 'initiative-itis.' Some Ts feel like a small piece of butter on a big piece of bread.
A3 Ts must see a model of innovative teaching, leading, & learning by their teacher leaders too https://t.co/O7HVRwy4mw
Q3: Why is "innovation" crucial to leadership in schools?
Innovative schools pursue progress, not perfection.
A3: Asking "what's next" will push us to become better. Innovation is the process to get there.
You should instroduce them to Twitter !
