#globaledchat Archive
A weekly chat covering topics related to teaching with a global perspective. A rotating cast of guest hosts include education experts and influencers. A must-follow for all educators who would like to open their classroom to global opportunities! Hosted by @HSingmaster and sponsored by @AsiaSocietyEDU
Thursday July 14, 2016
Welcome to ! This week, we’re talking about global ed , with guest moderator Chelsea Waite at Digital Promise .
Let’s start with an icebreaker: give a shout-out to someone you want to recognize for inspiring work as a global educator.
Great to be here! Looking forward to learning from all of you this evening.
Had a blast spending Monday w/ at day , 3 Global Ambassadors!
Hi ! Dropping in briefly tonight, though I'll mostly be observing I think. Looking fwd to leaning more about microcredentials
Welcome Rylan - glad you can join us!
Hi! Renee White from NC & I teach 1st grade. I want to shout out to for being an awesome globaled inspiration.
Welcome Renee! Thanks for joining us!
Welcome Renee - always glad to have you with us!
My global learning has been inspired by https://t.co/I0vt4KgL5P
Let’s start with an icebreaker: give a shout-out to someone you want to recognize for inspiring work as a global educator.
Q1: In what ways have you engaged with Global PD online? (MOOCs, courses, PLNs, badges, conferences, other?)
Hi is a global educator. Great ideas for connecting globally. Also for
Hey Greg! Glad you are with us tonight!
- What trends do you see in online PD for educators?
Awesome! Thanks for joining us!
We see teachers learning from many different sources. “Seat time” isn’t the only way to gain new skills.
A1 Tonight’s is one way. https://t.co/WLuJvf6wKw LearnIng from others worldwide, not just the UK.
Q1: In what ways have you engaged with Global PD online? (MOOCs, courses, PLNs, badges, conferences, other?)
Hi Sharon - so glad you can be with us! I agree that is wonderful!
A1: I am just getting started by engaging in this chat &following great leaders like &
A1 Created global lessons thanks to who introduced me to a new way of thinking about inquiry.
1 trend is flexibility: teachers want customized learning based on interests/needs, in their own schedules.
- Agree the chance to connect with worldwide audience makes these chats so valuable! https://t.co/Ax30bmsqyb
A1 Tonight’s is one way. https://t.co/WLuJvf6wKw LearnIng from others worldwide, not just the UK.
Q1: In what ways have you engaged with Global PD online? (MOOCs, courses, PLNs, badges, conferences, other?)
Way to go creating resources online for PD! https://t.co/yWbpfzV5Ou
A1 Created global lessons thanks to who introduced me to a new way of thinking about inquiry.
A1: For me, PLNs (like ) and conferences mostly. Shouts to & :) https://t.co/IrdsYQaiZ1
Q1: In what ways have you engaged with Global PD online? (MOOCs, courses, PLNs, badges, conferences, other?)
A1- We all do it... Wikipedia
Jumping into conversation for a bit. Joe Rodriguez 5th grade teacher Ambassador School of Global Education in Los Angeles
Great resources - Any other good PLNs & conferences to share?
Q2: How do you represent & share what you’ve learned & accomplished as a global educator on your resume or in your reviews?
This chat is a great start! Small changes & reflection on how your practice is impacted =solid PD! https://t.co/8bz1Pd4OGy
A1: I am just getting started by engaging in this chat &following great leaders like &
Thanks Sharon! I am fortunate to learn from you.
Welcome ! Glad you're with us
good to be back for another session! excited to see 's POV, been meaning to connect with them
A1: I'm building diversity liaison for my school. Looking for resources to start a PLN for my staff. Have ❤️'d
Glad you can join us this evening, Evin!
A2 I blog, present with students/parents to share, reflect & inspire.
Thanks for sharing; hadn't heard of this one!
A2: This is reflected in how you teach:reaching both required content& global connections so a digital portfolio may be best.
A2- List destinations traveled, focus curriculum work on global Ed, and highlight intro sentence on global perspectives
Hi! I teach in Loudoun County, Virginia, a very globally minded school district.
Great points. Do you have a portfolio of your own, or do you plan to make one?
Lots of connections with EFL educators all over the world. You can always find a helping hand.
Welcome Jennifer! We love Loudoun's One to the World initiative.
Wikipedia gets used way more than people admit! Always encouraging kids to references as teaches!
has been active since 2007 or before. AKA the Webheads in Action.
A2 I participate in global opportunities to collaborate; global collaboration, International Dot Day
A2 Learned about through chat. Shared it at the live TeachMeet.
I like the sources in wikidpedia for research. The article is the starting point.
A2 Would personally say I need to blog more. Great way of consolidating and also sharing.
A2: have done global read aloud past two years.
Great idea Does your supervisor review your portfolio as part of your formal review? https://t.co/2uRiVqVhJP
A2: This is reflected in how you teach:reaching both required content& global connections so a digital portfolio may be best.
Do you ever include links on your resume to work you've done that's shared online?
Right now my portfolio is my Twitter feed&website.❤️make 1 but own wants on back burner to Ss&family. https://t.co/2ZMPPrSVoq
Great points. Do you have a portfolio of your own, or do you plan to make one?
is awesome! I look forward to it every year. https://t.co/OswKOXiPQw
A2 I participate in global opportunities to collaborate; global collaboration, International Dot Day
Hi - glad you are joining. How did you enjoy our 99 degree day in the DC area? https://t.co/TWIwwTbDu6
Hi! I teach in Loudoun County, Virginia, a very globally minded school district.
Q3: How has your global learning been recognized by your supervisor or organizational leaders? If it hasn’t, why not?
A2 Thinking also more about & how I can use inquiry as an opportunity to open ?'s in Kindergarten globally.
A2 My classes share their learning through blogs, Twitter and Great way of involving others.
Great resource, thanks as always, Joe!
no but we are permitted to being any pics or artifacts to back up evals.
Important perspective - many priorities can make it hard to dedicate time to a portfolio from scratch https://t.co/Zv5iene7FM
Right now my portfolio is my Twitter feed&website.❤️make 1 but own wants on back burner to Ss&family. https://t.co/2ZMPPrSVoq
Great points. Do you have a portfolio of your own, or do you plan to make one?
A2: I created a shared folder in evernote. My digital portfolio. It was key in getting my last two positions
Takes discipline/time & I'm always struggling with inspiration sources. Maybe you get plenty in your classroom?
A2: Part two. I added student work samples from the last ten years :) All our work on the web.
- How have your students responded to it? Have had the chance to connect it to projects or other instruction?
A3 It has been noted and I have been allowed to share my like for Twitter with staff but not totally endorsed.
A3 I have support from leadership to pursue ideas globally as well as PD. Received innovation award 1 year.
- It is a step in the right direction. You have the global cert for teachers in NC? How is that demonstrated?
Q3: Widely recognized and encouraged! STEM is all about solving global problems & real world context https://t.co/1LjGy9Nf6q
Q3: How has your global learning been recognized by your supervisor or organizational leaders? If it hasn’t, why not?
A3: Hasn't really been a priority. I do share out and let my admins in the loop. I work for kid smiles.
A3- Assign projects w/ a challenging perspective (Asian perspective Crusades, illustrate interactions of religious diverging
A3:global connections are encouraged&supported in our school. Most important is educating our Ss how to live in this day&age.
Have you tried ? There is a word limit and fellow teachers share short anecdotes.
That is amazing, congrats! What kind of PD (from what sources) do you choose to pursue?
A3: I do see myself taking on a lead teacher role with my new school. Share a little and learn a lot is my motto
-Love evidence was an element to securing a position you were excited about. Hope the field moves in this direction
Hi! I'm Holly in FL :) Sorry I'm late- excited to chat
I use a visual portfolio linked to traditional resume-has photos & some videos on one scrolling page https://t.co/XwA9OSak88
Q2: How do you represent & share what you’ve learned & accomplished as a global educator on your resume or in your reviews?
A3 I feel energy and enthusiasm of my students daily. They are my champions.
will have to look more into this. 😊
So glad to hear this is the case - where are you geographically located? Is it across the district?
Welcome Holly - glad you're here!
Great to have a digital footprint and being able to curate is my next step.
What and where is your new job? Is it a different role too? What are you looking forward to?
A3: can't say admins have been interested, but will have new principal this year who may be more engaged with the projects.
Great to hear! How do lead teachers get nominated/chosen at your new school?
I was a tech coach last school year and moving into the Ambassador School of Global Education school
I'm in Tampa- Hillsborough County (8th Largest Public School District in the nation)
Interesting - I've not heard of it but sounds like a great resource. Brevity is almost always a ++ https://t.co/qkJmnVWlMW
Have you tried ? There is a word limit and fellow teachers share short anecdotes.
-Where are you seeing teachers make a big contribution to PD planning in their districts? How does it happen?
Online chats like tonight as well as my own curiosity about learning inspires me to try new ideas, perspectives.
I'll be participating again this year too 😊
Well, it is an in house process. I am a "lead" teacher by modeling and taking the lead. Not a formal role "yet"
Fingers crossed - what you're doing is important and deserves recognition!
Catherine from Fresno CA. Joining in late bc I'm on my way back home with my Ss. Our Summer program is awesome.
welcome and glad to hear that Tampa takes#PD seriously! I'll be there in Feb for
Good luck and have fun! https://t.co/JCuekxEpCl
I was a tech coach last school year and moving into the Ambassador School of Global Education school
are a few places I check in frequently.
Excellent! So glad you are joining. We're talking and recognition fm supervisors. Thoughts?
Love this video!!! It's definitely a favorite!
A3: I received much support for the intl youth summit I created in Loudoun from the district, esp &
Seeing more ownership in Tch run PD, esp with unconference format. A "risk" at 1st, then flourishes https://t.co/oOV97NIO9g
-Where are you seeing teachers make a big contribution to PD planning in their districts? How does it happen?
A4: I am a "certified" online instructor. I actually like the edcamp PD format as a networking starting point
This year I'm doing GRA with first grade- what about you?
It makes me think of really making ppl know they are important and matter bc of their hard work https://t.co/EeTHrHdd50
Excellent! So glad you are joining. We're talking and recognition fm supervisors. Thoughts?
Q5: How is your school/district/organization PD designed for teachers to learn and lead the learning of others?
I am also doing wih my 5th graders. You will love the author study.
- it takes a lot of time and energy to run a successful unconference. It should be recognized and valued!
Definitely. Anecdotally, districts w/ the best global PD options are those listening closely to teacher needs
A5: In L.A. it is called MyPLN and it is teacher led. .
Agree & esp re valuing it!! IMO so worth it afterward- I love seeing the connections & empowerment
Thanks for a great chat. Gotta run. Looking forward to connecting with you all.
Yes & requires humble educators to candidly promote their own accomplishments & contributions! https://t.co/9cKAoRFE3b
It makes me think of really making ppl know they are important and matter bc of their hard work https://t.co/EeTHrHdd50
Excellent! So glad you are joining. We're talking and recognition fm supervisors. Thoughts?
A5: We have a few early release days per yr. some usually dedicated to Ts teaching/small PD sessions others interested in etc.
Can also start small- i.e unconference style vs. faculty meeting :)
Thank you all so much. Enjoyed being here
Thanks for chatting with us Sharon!
Sounds fantastic- who chooses topics/ style? nice re interest-driven! :)
A5: PLCs, PLNs like and group travel with reflection as well as publishing work that shares learning with those peers
- Thanks for joining, Sharon! Hope to see you back in the next few weeks for book club!
- Glad you were able to join this week, Joe!
Love the emphasis here on documenting, publishing and sharing your learnings from PLCs & PLNs. https://t.co/QWQ0fu2mTD
A5: PLCs, PLNs like and group travel with reflection as well as publishing work that shares learning with those peers
A5: Mostly internal PD- we also have great success connecting with others via social media!
Usually staff is surveyed about interests & admin recruits T leaders to share. (Diff tech, STEM, etc) https://t.co/R408aCS8IQ
Sounds fantastic- who chooses topics/ style? nice re interest-driven! :)
I'm sure our grantees would love to submit this way rather than our lengthy interim reporting form! https://t.co/hrJAgqwJIz
Makes sense to start small, build confidence, gauge interests & capabilities. Good approach! https://t.co/98b6R5JAwc
Can also start small- i.e unconference style vs. faculty meeting :)
Q6: What do you know about micro-credentials? What might be some benefits to using micro-credentials as a option?
A6: I know I like the flexibility of topic and the ability to really undertake reflective practice.
So important to leverage expertise from teachers in your own school - lots to share & learn.
What types of topics lend themselves for Microcredentials?
A6: Don't know much but could see motivation & flexibility as benefits.
A6 Not heard the term micro-credentials before. What are they?
Micro-credentials represent 1 competency. Ex: using discussion protocols to lead a whole-class discussion on a global issue
Yes! (via ) https://t.co/HLiSv5ZCdf
So important to leverage expertise from teachers in your own school - lots to share & learn.
- Chelsea's definition is way better than mine https://t.co/ZWt18eg53u
Micro-credentials represent 1 competency. Ex: using discussion protocols to lead a whole-class discussion on a global issue
Important note: MC topics must be able to be demonstrated & assessed, since they are awarded based on evidence teachers submit
I'm curious to hear from fellow folk: How popular or widely used are microcredentials where you are?
Which is where the reflective practice piece comes in. Too much pd ends with just exposure to concept! https://t.co/EbbX5I8626
Important note: MC topics must be able to be demonstrated & assessed, since they are awarded based on evidence teachers submit
Educators are using MCs to set PD goals and pathways - e.g. what 3 skills do I want to focus on this year?
thanks for an informative chat! Have to run.
Q7: What types of resources does the field need to bring greater of teachers resources for developing global mindsets?
Always glad to have you with us, Renee! Have a great week!
And micro-credentials help demonstrate learning & application of learning in reviews, for new positions, etc.
A7: I heard teacher driven resources Loud and CLEAR on tonight's chat! https://t.co/3dK2J1Q0WB
Q7: What types of resources does the field need to bring greater of teachers resources for developing global mindsets?
Thank you for the info. We don’t use the term MC in the UK; we use term ‘targets’ or ‘aims’. https://t.co/ped1P3pTmK
How have educators been utilizing their microcredentials in the PD plans?
A7: The field needs to recognize teachers for learning from a whole range of sources, and help share strategies
That makes sense - micro-credentials can be used as ways to demonstrate that you've accomplished your PD target
Definitely! Are there districts who champion this already, ? I've heard Long Beach is one https://t.co/IQFSVloc2p
A7: The field needs to recognize teachers for learning from a whole range of sources, and help share strategies
Even more tangible opps for connecting & co-learning. Looking fwd to global collab as the norm! https://t.co/quYOj6qOaS
Q7: What types of resources does the field need to bring greater of teachers resources for developing global mindsets?
My work is cut out for me. Job security! Hooray!
One we are working with is , among others pursuing personalized PD for educators
Forgot to pop in! Busy packing for the weekend of moving kids back to school. Have a great night!
7 states also recognize micro-credentials as evidence of professional learning: MT, TX, IL, PA, MD, MA, NC
Join us next week for Book Club, Kathy and hope your kids have a smooth transition back to school!
Thanks for joining us this evening. Thanks to for co-leading and sharing their work with micro-credentials!
Great news! I'll let my contacts in MT, TX, IL, PA, MD, MA, and NC know this is the case! https://t.co/OutNRpqUcL
7 states also recognize micro-credentials as evidence of professional learning: MT, TX, IL, PA, MD, MA, NC
Thanks for the opportunity, and great to chat with everyone! Happy to continue the convo anytime
