#2PencilChat Archive
The #2PencilChat is a weekly conversation about educational technology. As we enter a more student-centered age, let's talk about using all the tools in our toolboxes to be innovative and dynamic teachers.
Tuesday October 25, 2016
Welcome to the , we're one year old this week! Introduce yourself and share your favorite chat topic. https://t.co/trYBGbW3lQ
Happy birthday to us! Happy birthday to us! Happy birthday, ! Happy birthday to us!
Congrats, , on 's one year anniversary! I haven't made it here as often as I'd like. Cathy from NJ, Grade 8 ELA
Hi, Kristin from St. Augustine, FL. Digital Learning Coach for Flagler County Schools. Happy Birthday
Happy chat birthday (is a phrase I never thought I'd use). How is Saint Augustine?
I'm here I'm here! What a beautiful unicorn!
Thanks & howdy! It's getting better here!
Congratulations on one year B-day! πππππ
Thanks, I made it myself! (I did NOT...)
Are these the actual, actual (hand-written) questions? If so, I am VERY impressed :).
A1: Creating by hand connects brain and kinesthetic learning + reduces tech. distractions
It's digital...we have to go to the Googles for it!
A1. Enhanced creativity, gets stuff into muscle memory/
Thanks Todd! And look, - here's the cake!
A1: we are more invested and often the Ss more engaged
I miss YOU! I was hoping to see you in Tampa.
I got 'em off of the archive! :)
A1. Deeper level of authenticity
So sorry to hear it! Feel better soon!
A1: We gain an understanding of how objects really feel, smell, etc. Concrete before abstract
Happy anniversary, ! Robert here from Los Angeles.
because so many senses are being accessed!
ya that Matthew messes things up!
A1: we are role models to our Ss that "creative" can mean many different things
the innovation can promote motivation
A1 easier to inject heart and soul (matt frat, DC, late, waiting for a bus :-)
That was hammered in in my math methods class!
A1 Confidence in what you can really accomplish on your own. Genuine ownership.
Welcome Robert, and thanks!
A1 Realness. Permanence. Direct control over stuff.
A1 Your brain uses a different cognitive process & is more focused on comprehension when you write! https://t.co/Ocy0iidayX
A1 creating by hand just gives it that loving feeling.. (home made cookies asking 2b maid of honour de⦠https://t.co/LQQWkBR9io
A1: Writing by hand slows things down, reduces distraction
A1: perhaps a more "authentic " product that Ss can feel engaged with...proud of...that they can "create" with their own hand. π
A1 I'm always making cards cause I forget to buy them or just can't find one I like for person
Pride becomes visible to all
A1 Even when you copy, it spends more time in your brain. Not as much sticking from a Ctrl-C.
We have more respect when we can see that it took time and control and planning to make something!
Right! It's more intentional -- Ss really focus. Typing increases reliance on tech to do it for them.
She is the queen of gifs!
A2. Technology replaces pedagogy
A2 being able to understand true size and scale is a 22nd century skill
A bit late to the party but, A1: I think handmade makes it more thought out and intentional. Shoes kids value in handmade too.
A2. Crashes, losing creations (if not stored in the cloud--and even if they are sometimes), glitches.
A2: Tech can open doors, but it can also limit access and stymie progress if it is only tool to show learning
A2: Ss limit their creativity by relying solely on digital. Doing things by hand allows Ss to manipulate things by hand. π
A2 Technology too often adds a layer of distance & disconnect that you do not have with conversation or text, paper & pencil.
A2 Tech doesn't work (loses charge by last period), Ss lose fine-motor abilities, lack of engagement b/c Ss r on tech @ home 2!
A2 With writing, Ss "blame" the device for errors. When they handwrite, they own the accountability.
A2. Pitfall of constant use of electronic devices it is increased distance and disconnection and failure to develop empathy
Q2: Tech does not always equal understanding and authenticity.
A2 My kids think tech replaces the need to think. Plagiarism abounds.
Hi friends! Logan just got sick on me so I'm on mommy duty right now. Sorry I'm missing it tonight. Happy 1 year! You rock!!
A1: Reminds me about authenticity, creativity, regrounding, face-to-face, back to 'roots'
A2 most prototypes start out in a physical form and you need to understand how to work with material
A2.1: Like any tool, there are limitations to what tech can do. Ss need to have a wide variety of tools to choose from.
Well said Agreed! https://t.co/p9NHqhzf8Q
A2 With writing, Ss "blame" the device for errors. When they handwrite, they own the accountability.
exactly. Mess can lead to more discovery!
A2: Going all-tech would cheat students of some of the tactile, creative experiences where we pair art & writing
there needs to be a balance and Ss need to be encouraged to access own creativity
A2: not available everywhere, all the time, sometimes technology doesn't work properly
A2: Ss creativity is limited to the capabilities of the tech tool
A2: Taking away the face-to-face element...there's something to be said for 'the human touch'.
Tech should be the means to share information not the sole project
A2 All in moderation, Baby!
A3: any book on differentiation- Tomlinson, etc.
A3: inspires me to keep Sketchnoting.
When things break in the physical realm, workarounds are usually easier.
A3: creating "trunks" of artifacts from Lost Boys of Sudan reading, integration of everything learned
A3: The Daily 5 and "The Sisters".
@ the gym so I'm gonna catch up tonight
A3: DBC books offer quite a variety of options
A3 I find creator/teachers like to be super inspirational, especially in terms of mindset.
A3: when I taught (world history ), Ss read "All Quiet on the Western Front". Ss wrote letters, made models, built things!
A3 I am proudly old school. My Ss put all their notes, drafts, collaborations, inquiries, etc. in a composition notebook.
A3 Genius hour!! Thank you, for your expertise & resources!!!
A2. I'm dysgraphic and never do this, but I appreciate the challenge and the stretch when asked to work in the physical world
Incredible PD opportunity with at the Boothbay Literacy Retreat has had a huge influence on writing in our classrm
Oh gosh - Ideas percolating...
"The gym" is a perfect response to A3!!! πππ
Hi ya'll. Nancy from NC jumping in. A3: HS math book from 1972 with awesome word problems for just about any subject area.
Hi Nancy! Welcome, and that sounds fantastic!
A3 Their English composition books are my 8th grade culmination gift to my Ss. Come back yrs later saying they still have 'em
I love the range of answers on this question. You are all so beautiful.
A3: See John Hattie's research!
As has often been the case this past year, not at because it's taco time with the Meddling Kids. Bonne Fete beloved chat!
A4: Use physical movement often to engage the body and mind...innovation will occur!
A3) the Engineer by , Ss build rollercoasters to explore potential & kinetic energy
Merci! And as always: Family First!
A4 Give kids tools, a wide range of examples, and a few parameters, and say, "Do something cool." Great things happen.
A4. Building stuff, especially if it helps solve a problem, learning new ways to learn, like .
A4: Socratic Seminar discussion keeps learning fresh, student-directed
A4 Inspire, engage, & invest thru choice, creativity, challenge, collaboration, critical thinking, controversy, & connections!
A4:always ask Ss what/how they'd solve a problem, answer a question, research new ideas.Ask Ss to think...&write about it.
A4: Devices are only tools...innovation...setting the heart and mind to discovering the 'new', unearthing what is in 'waiting'.
We use Socratic Seminars frequently; the deep thinking is so rewarding!
A4 Scale up/down or change medium. Write in sidewalk chalk. Do it in clay or K'nex. Make a micro book, 6-word story.
Disassemble a toaster (or other small appliance) after guessing how many components. Then draw reassembly instructions.
I'm here! Tweeting from San Antonio and the conference
A4 Ss become makers/builders. Sketch ideas and design prototypes with recyclables. Or enhance/repurpose e existing objects.
Yes! They need to feel free to take charge of their own learning
A4 Have students make paper Instagram photos of history, or books they're reading, or science concepts. (Thanks Katie K!)
A4 Lots of talk about , but forming ideas, insights, & opinions is creative too! No batteries or plugs required.
A4 toys man all about toys. Check out 's book for ideas and understanding
A4. Take large groups of students for a long. Steve Jobs always talked about how he did his best thinking while walking
A4: kids love to see and explore and exerience. Pictures, manipulatives, building blocks, challenges.
A4 cont: because of Ss at love to take things apart!
Hutch! Welcome to the 1st Birthday Chat!
A4: Add in art supplies and you can transform most ideas. Play doh arrays are a favorite.
Conversation is one of my favorite things!
and there are so many ways Ts can be creative with the formation and activities of lit circles
A4 bring back paper, tape and scissors
Love taking Ss for nature walks to inspire writing. Heading out Fri, tho the foliage here is underperforming
cardboard is the king of building material
A5 My kids have shared their physical creations with the class and their parents on .
A5. Let technology enhance and highlight the learning that has taken place already
A5: Green screening with can marry handmade and tech very well!
That would be suggestions.....
A5. Use AR to enhance/share information about art projects.
A5: Create photos and movies of hand-made work, publish work online
A5 Publish!!! Create then share with a broader / more authentic audience.
A5: as much as I love tech, still start many things by hand. Like to "see" how it'll look first. Love the tactile 1st!π
A4: I provide PCT (personal choice time)...Ss gravitate to construct with concrete materials, guided by their imaginations.
A5 that is like Katrina (digital) and Nathan (physical) being together
A5 This yr, want to display Ss leaf watercolor writing projects w/ QR codes linked to audio of them reflecting on process
A5: student-created screencasts or videos teaching how to do the hands-on
Sorry to bounce, but dinner and baths for the kids must happen.
droool ..... she said duct tape
A5b: Create paper or clay art, then animate it with Stop Motion apps.
No, no! Family first! Thanks for coming!
A5. 2D animation is my current favorite thing, which weds technical prowess and tactile proficiency https://t.co/I3o62xnNoS
A5) designing anything then recording the making to improve production. Kind of like watching a recording of yourself. π
Thanks Amber! I know the feeling!
A5: recorded our Carpool Karaoke
A5 I'm trying really hard to get HS to include QR links to AV material on posters
Oop, time to make silent reading phones again!
A5: offers a great 'bridge' between 'hand-made' and digital!
I just saw you post and had to share. Exactly what my kiddos are working on this week!!!β¦ https://t.co/rFdrQKKJd2
A5 Recorded Socratic Seminars as a visual for guided reflection.
You can also use a backchannel to enhance the conversation and involve more Ss
A5) Written story boards, then use iMovie to create fictional movie
A4 Being a listening ear, empathetic and practices help
Yes! We do this sometimes with inner and outer circles. Great variation to keep all engaged.
I'm game! Please tell me more.
same here...sometimes I have two conversations going on linked w/ backchannel
Almost fell off couch laughing.....
Happy Birthday
I'm late to the party but making a stylish entrance
That's awesome and creepy and cute all at the same time!
A5: HS kids in taking hand drawings from 3rd graders in class and digitizing them.
A6:when studying ancient China- asked Ss to create what they read about...learned about-Lego Great Walls, terra cotta warriors !
Definitely agree! Middle grades write & publish books 4 ES.
not one of mine - just found it on you tube funny though...
A6) Exploring/Recreating Digestion w/oatmeal & pantyhose, making blood w/red dyed Cheerios, marshmallows, raisins & apple juice
A6: My personal favorite is to bring art into the classroom. Things get messy, but the S work never fails to amaze me.
Great. My daughter is currently battling her 3hr 45 min Final Year 12 English exam - so a bit nervous
A6 (although there is a digital component) has some awesome hands-on engagement!
A6. Pretty much anything that involves construction, hands-on creating.
did you bring cake? It's b'day! Oh wait that's another chat LOL
A6: kids loved writing on post it notes and placing those into wordless picture books. Great fun. does this!
that could work...I have both circles backchanneling in response to discussion of verbal circles
A6) I love to stage hypertheticals where each S takes a role and we go through how they would react in a situation
A6 An activity Ss love is to create personalized license plates for characters in the novels we read. Brilliance in 8 letters!
Cake. Did someone say cake?
We had so much fun with our first - working on writing our second Breakout this week!
A6=any tool that requires hand motions + make your own chair from corrugate and sit in it the rest of the week.
Sorry! I'm so late! Helping my student teaching daughter discussing assessment!
Olivia! That means Walter and Asterix are close by!
A6 my Ss once highjacked Ts as they walked passed the room to pose for caricatures
how are you? Are you all recovering still?
Yes, but they also get to integrate the other circle's discussion
Teresa the people who well colour must make a killing where you are
There's still a lot of need, but St. Augustine is open for business!
not entirely sure. Just found it.
I totally missed 6 bc of but
A7: Managing a blended classroom? How to help parents? fellow teachers? students?
is now trending in USA, ranking 47
I'm too short and stocky to pull that look off!
A7: would love to hear more about how folks go from analog to digital, processes and perspectives . π
A7 we could name topics in hand written letters or cards to each other and send them in the post?? LOL!
think of the drawing space on there
A7. Bring parents in to the school to create with their kids?
Empathy: creating empathetic, global citizens of tomorrow
Something something engagement...
Pff - I like your side action!
A7 how to make time out of no time
Kids are inspired by their own writing and a finished published books. https://t.co/CvhRtsexVb
back then, you didn't exist. Wordless books were borrowed from library. Had to return them. Lol. Now you've upped the game!
We learned from Hermione, that only works for a bit...
Outsourcing!
Wait, that may actually be a good answer...
I like MC Hammer with those pants. Not with cycling shorts.
It could. It gives a chance for all to participate and have voices heard on some level + helps Ss think of response
A7: helping students learn F2F social skills in a digital world
A7) The Gifted Child & Growth Mindset, would love to see a "Prom Theme" chat...prom was not fun π’ https://t.co/0YulAwSCjS
yes I thought so -maybe we should just take photos and post cause they may not get there in time for next heh
Hello sorry late for the party!π
A7 The Flannelgraph? (Still included in 2016 in Dominican teaching degrees, btw.)
A7 how to grow a fantastic mustache by ISTE would be a great topic
A7 How to tell the difference between meaningful making and "language arts and crafts" crap
Thanks, everyone! Have a great evening!
Yep!
https://t.co/5gGBW8ngEr
A7 How to tell the difference between meaningful making and "language arts and crafts" crap
Thanks for a fun chat on a tough evening! Made my evening! Have a great week everyone!
A7) ideas for 10 min. mini lessons as a little filler at the end, a great hook at the front, or a lotta fun in the middle
Great chat! Thanks for a great first year :).
Thank you for the exquisite questions and entire team for the thought provoking chat!
service learning projects?
