#seesawchat Archive
#Seesawchat was founded by Seesaw, which is a student-driven digital portfolio that allows teachers and students to share schoolwork with parents.
Thursday August 24, 2017
7:00 PM EDT
participatechat
Aug 24 @ 7:00 PM EDT
Participate in the upcoming
#seesawchat
by sharing resources and collaborating at
https://t.co/WP61Rls7UT
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 24 @ 7:00 PM EDT
Who's ready to
#seesawchat
?
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 24 @ 7:01 PM EDT
Welcome to
#seesawchat
! Here's Q1! We're giving you an opportunity to enter our
#whyiseesaw
contest! Post your video now if you want!
Seesaw
- Moderator
Aug 24 @ 7:03 PM EDT
It's
#Seesawchat
time!! Join us NOW to discuss
#Seesaw
through the
#school
year!
seanmarnold
Aug 24 @ 7:03 PM EDT
A1: Sean, NYC STEM Coach & special educator-we use
@Seesaw
for portfolios & parent communication
#SeesawChat
In reply to @EdTechJulieJ, @Seesaw
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 24 @ 7:04 PM EDT
Say it in a video, tag it with
#whyiseesaw
, and you're entered to win an iPad mini!
#seesawchat
seanmarnold
Aug 24 @ 7:03 PM EDT
A1: Sean, NYC STEM Coach & special educator-we use
@Seesaw
for portfolios & parent communication
#SeesawChat
In reply to @EdTechJulieJ, @Seesaw
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 24 @ 7:05 PM EDT
I'm Julie, former HS ELA teacher and now working in Teacher Community at
@Seesaw
! Hope you can
#seesawchat
with us!
allisonmkurtz
Aug 24 @ 7:05 PM EDT
A1: I'm Allison from NC, 2nd grade teacher, I ❤️ because of the student and parent engagement!
#seesawchat
Mrs_Rhyne
Aug 24 @ 7:06 PM EDT
#SeesawChat
A1
#whyiseesaw
In reply to @EdTechJulieJ
seanmarnold
Aug 24 @ 7:07 PM EDT
Thanks for the info, I’ll get on that.
#SeesawChat
In reply to @EdTechJulieJ
gallianstone
Aug 24 @ 7:07 PM EDT
A1. Severe sped T and Seesaw Ambasador from MA. I love Seesaw for the way it can connect home and school.
#seesawchat
awarrenedtech
Aug 24 @ 7:08 PM EDT
A1: I seesaw because it's such a FREE fabulous app that even my first graders can use it with ease!!!
#seesawchat
#whyiseesaw
In reply to @EdTechJulieJ
MandyS2
Aug 24 @ 7:08 PM EDT
A1 I'm Mandy! I teach 2nd grade in the Chicago suburbs.
#Seesawchat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 24 @ 7:09 PM EDT
Q2 coming in one minute; still plenty of time to join
#seesawchat
!
APSITShannon
Aug 24 @ 7:10 PM EDT
A1: I'm Shannon for Atlanta and I love
@Seesaw
because it easy for both my teachers & students to use.
#Seesawchat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 24 @ 7:10 PM EDT
Not too late to join, we're just getting started! Here's Q2!
#seesawchat
MandyS2
Aug 24 @ 7:12 PM EDT
A1 I love seesaw for building school/home connections. It opens the door to the classroom and students' learning.
#Seesawchat
tonya_thorbahn
Aug 24 @ 7:12 PM EDT
A2: Love the drawing feature for a quick assessment!
#seesawchat
khurlbertne
Aug 24 @ 7:12 PM EDT
Hi. I am Kathy from SA, TX. I LOVE Seesaw bc it helps make thinking visible & helps me understand student learning more deeply
#seesawchat
ACluttsSVHS
Aug 24 @ 7:13 PM EDT
The reason
#whyiseesaw
is bc it keeps student engaged and creates choice in assignments.
#SeesawChat
In reply to @EdTechJulieJ
khurlbertne
Aug 24 @ 7:13 PM EDT
A2 Having students describe and explain their thinking as they solve and explore problems.
#seesawchat
APSITShannon
Aug 24 @ 7:14 PM EDT
A2: I recently used it with 1st graders to demonstrate graphing
#Seesawchat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 24 @ 7:14 PM EDT
A2: I love the math work task cards that you can find at
https://t.co/NGk16xZ9X0
!
#seesawchat
seanmarnold
Aug 24 @ 7:14 PM EDT
A2:in the practice of documenting S work with photos,
@Seesaw
makes putting the projects & info in their digital portfolio easy
#SeesawChat
In reply to @EdTechJulieJ, @Seesaw
Seesaw
- Moderator
Aug 24 @ 7:14 PM EDT
Check out our PD on math + engagement = Seesaw
#seesawchat
We have some tips for you!
gallianstone
Aug 24 @ 7:15 PM EDT
A2. Integrating
#movingmath
and
#bodyscale
learning! Excited to add outdoor learning to the curriculum this year too!
#seesawchat
khurlbertne
Aug 24 @ 7:15 PM EDT
A2 I loved how I can use it to really understand student thinking using Seesaw when they count $, work w/ place value, etc.
#seesawchat
MandyS2
Aug 24 @ 7:15 PM EDT
A2 Last year I took pics of coins and students used video to show how they counted the amounts shown.
#seesawchat
ACluttsSVHS
Aug 24 @ 7:15 PM EDT
Q2 I'm just transitioning from a HS ELA teacher to tech coach. I can't wait to hear math ideas!
#seesawchat
In reply to @EdTechJulieJ
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 24 @ 7:16 PM EDT
Seesaw teacher community, give Andrea
@ACluttsSVHS
some ideas! ⬇️
#seesawchat
ACluttsSVHS
Aug 24 @ 7:15 PM EDT
Q2 I'm just transitioning from a HS ELA teacher to tech coach. I can't wait to hear math ideas!
#seesawchat
In reply to @EdTechJulieJ
vmleoni
Aug 24 @ 7:16 PM EDT
A1 - I'm late to the party! I'm Vicki, a teacher and AVID District Director in central California.
#seesawchat
missmac100
Aug 24 @ 7:16 PM EDT
A2: I want to use
#Seesaw
during the Global Twitter Math Task this year.
#seesawchat
Mrs_Rhyne
Aug 24 @ 7:16 PM EDT
#SeesawChat
A2 I plan to give Ss the answer to an equation & have theSs write a matching word problem, equation, & show/tell their thinking.
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 24 @ 7:10 PM EDT
Not too late to join, we're just getting started! Here's Q2!
#seesawchat
Seesaw
- Moderator
Aug 24 @ 7:17 PM EDT
We love how this classroom uses Seesaw to find math everywhere they go!
#SeesawChat
MerileeBarring2
Aug 24 @ 11:39 AM EDT
Using Seesaw to find math all around.
@Seesaw
@CHISDCP
@CHISDTechnology
#firstgradeawesome
RaRaPenguin
Aug 24 @ 7:17 PM EDT
Hello! Renee White from NC. I teach first grade.
#SeesawChat
missmac100
Aug 24 @ 7:17 PM EDT
A1: Sorry, late. Just getting in from school. :) I'm Carol. I use Seesaw because it's an easy way to show learning.
#seesawchat
gallianstone
Aug 24 @ 7:17 PM EDT
So much fun! I can't wait to introduce it to my new class!
#seesawchat
In reply to @EdTechJulieJ
lessonsinrm9
Aug 24 @ 7:17 PM EDT
A2 I plan to have the students record themselves completing a math problem as a formative assessment/parent collab.
#Seesawchat
#whyiseesaw
mring_4
Aug 24 @ 7:18 PM EDT
A1: I'm Martha from TX. 4th grade sci/ss. Seesaw Ambassador
#Seesawchat
vmleoni
Aug 24 @ 7:18 PM EDT
A1 - I Seesaw because I love when students SEE their growth and learning. They know they've done well. :)
#seesawchat
JR_TechEd
Aug 24 @ 7:18 PM EDT
Not teaching Math this year but as an Ambassador I'm giving ideas 2 my colleagues on how to create interventions and assessments
#SeesawChat
In reply to @EdTechJulieJ
hmarrs24
- Moderator
Aug 24 @ 7:18 PM EDT
Hey
#SeesawChat
jumping in a little late :) Heather Marrs 3rd grade teacher and edtech teacher leader in Southern Oregon
mring_4
Aug 24 @ 7:19 PM EDT
Q2: I don't teach math, but our students love to illustrate and narrate the steps in a process.
#Seesawchat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 24 @ 7:19 PM EDT
Q3 coming up in one minute!
#seesawchat
srtak02illini
Aug 24 @ 7:19 PM EDT
A1 I'm Kristy from far NW suburbs of Chicago. I use Seesaw w/my middle schoolers because of how awesomely engaging it is.
#Seesawchat
hmarrs24
- Moderator
Aug 24 @ 7:19 PM EDT
A2: Shape scavenger hunts around the school with mini videos & QR codes for Ss to find
#SeesawChat
RaRaPenguin
Aug 24 @ 7:19 PM EDT
A2:Already using
@Seesaw
in many ways for math! Place value name coding, place value room hunts, making a picnic menu w 10s & 1s
#SeesawChat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 24 @ 7:20 PM EDT
We love seeing your tweets every day! Give her ⬇️ a follow if you need ideas for math and
@Seesaw
!
#seesawchat
RaRaPenguin
Aug 24 @ 7:19 PM EDT
A2:Already using
@Seesaw
in many ways for math! Place value name coding, place value room hunts, making a picnic menu w 10s & 1s
#SeesawChat
VilmaManahan
Aug 24 @ 7:20 PM EDT
Hello. Vilma here fr Ontario, Canada.
#whyiseesaw
4 P connection, Ss engagement. Gr8 tool 4 Ts for assessment, feedback & eval.!
#seesawchat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 24 @ 7:20 PM EDT
Let's talk reading for Q3!
#seesawchat
RaRaPenguin
Aug 24 @ 7:20 PM EDT
A2:
#Seesawchat
RaRaPenguin
Aug 24 @ 4:11 PM EDT
Place value is fun when you get to create a picnic menu
@PicCollage
@Seesaw
&
#code
some sight words w 10s & 1s.
#lpeswake
#coding
#STEAM
RaRaPenguin
Aug 24 @ 7:21 PM EDT
A2:
#SeesawChat
RaRaPenguin
Aug 24 @ 4:09 PM EDT
I ❤️how Ss can use place value to
#code
their name
@PicCollage
@Seesaw
& a road for
@OZOBOT
. 10s & 1s are fun!
#lpeswake
#coding
#STEAM
srtak02illini
Aug 24 @ 7:22 PM EDT
A1 cont: I love how it is such a multi-faceted assessment tool since Ss can write, upload files, take pics, & add their voice.
#Seesawchat
missmac100
Aug 24 @ 7:22 PM EDT
A3: I had my 2nd graders read their beginning of the year narrative & expository writing samples. I want them to see growth!
#seesawchat
hmarrs24
- Moderator
Aug 24 @ 7:22 PM EDT
A3: I create videos using
@puppet
of our leveled books & post them in a "Subject Student" for Ss to access during wkshop
#seesawchat
wendypurple407
Aug 24 @ 7:22 PM EDT
Hello everyone
#seesawchat
Wendy Thompson from NJ jumping on board
BorkJanis
Aug 24 @ 7:22 PM EDT
A2 In division, post completed problems, using c/e to explain/draw how each step was done. Hope they can see the process.
#seesawchat
RaRaPenguin
Aug 24 @ 7:23 PM EDT
A3:❤️Ss to share their reading as a fast fluency check or show strategies they used to solve tricky words or find proof in text.
#SeesawChat
allisonmkurtz
Aug 24 @ 7:23 PM EDT
A2: We use Seesaw for math almost daily! Great exit ticket!
#seesawchat
khurlbertne
Aug 24 @ 7:23 PM EDT
A3 Going to use the awesome passages
@Miss_Dean
put together. Can't wait to use them!
#seesawchat
BethHajder
Aug 24 @ 7:23 PM EDT
A2 having students explain their thinking in math. Recording directions for Math games to use at home.
#seesawchat
hmarrs24
- Moderator
Aug 24 @ 7:23 PM EDT
A3: My Ss get to pick a book &create a listening center that we post in ".Listening Center" subject student for others to access
#seesawchat
MrsLine_K
Aug 24 @ 7:23 PM EDT
A3: Students wore headsets to record their reading, then they illustrated their favorite part with the drawing tool!
#seesawchat
MandyS2
Aug 24 @ 7:23 PM EDT
A3 My students take a pic of published writing and read it. They love sharing their work with families!
#seesawchat
khurlbertne
Aug 24 @ 7:24 PM EDT
A3 Also have kids record themselves reading and allow others to listen and comment on growth.
#seesawchat
seanmarnold
Aug 24 @ 7:24 PM EDT
A3:Not exactly read-aloud, but we use the blogging and text-to-speech to help struggling readers access info
#SeesawChat
In reply to @EdTechJulieJ
srtak02illini
Aug 24 @ 7:24 PM EDT
A1 cont: My goal is to connect my Spanish classes w/other Spanish classes locally, nationally, and internationally.
#Seesawchat
tonya_thorbahn
Aug 24 @ 7:24 PM EDT
A3: Fluency check, reading their own writing and leaving book previews for other students
#Seesawchat
APSITShannon
Aug 24 @ 7:24 PM EDT
A3: Ss could record themselves reading a journal response & listen to their peers & leave feedback
#SeesawChat
gallianstone
Aug 24 @ 7:24 PM EDT
A3. Excited by the new
@seesaw
albums that will finally let me post pics of S communication systems w/ their work!
#AACLiteracy
#seesawchat
RaRaPenguin
Aug 24 @ 7:25 PM EDT
A3: Ss retold a story this year w a pic of book & drew in character too.
#SeesawChat
MmeChantalWP
Aug 24 @ 7:25 PM EDT
Q2. Students could take a pic of a pattern maniupulative game. Using drawing tools, explain the sequence and how it repeats.
#seesawchat
Mrs_Rhyne
Aug 24 @ 7:25 PM EDT
A3 Ss will record their 📖 to track fluency progress&I want to record myself 📖 & print QR codes for Ss to scan &👂during Daily 5.
#seesawchat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 24 @ 7:20 PM EDT
Let's talk reading for Q3!
#seesawchat
BethHajder
Aug 24 @ 7:25 PM EDT
A3 Recording themselves reading and then use our fluency rubric to self assess
#seesawchat
alek_turner
Aug 24 @ 7:25 PM EDT
A1 icoach from Texas and I seesaw become it helps connect learning
#seesawchat
mring_4
Aug 24 @ 7:26 PM EDT
This happened last time I participated in a chat. I see people answering with A3 yet I don't see a Q3 post. What's up?
#Seesawchat
missmac100
Aug 24 @ 7:26 PM EDT
We can't seem to be able to show all the pictures when we add them. What do you think we're doing wrong?
#seesawchat
In reply to @gallianstone, @Seesaw
alek_turner
Aug 24 @ 7:26 PM EDT
A2 I want to help use
@Seesawin
math by using the drawing tool to solve problems
#seesawchat
allisonmkurtz
Aug 24 @ 7:26 PM EDT
A3: Ss record themselves reading a passage or sight words to practice fluency.
#seesawchat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 24 @ 7:26 PM EDT
A3: Don't forget the Reading Fluency task card you can find at
https://t.co/NGk16xZ9X0
!
#seesawchat
MandyS2
Aug 24 @ 7:26 PM EDT
Our elem Spanish teacher
@SraCash
is looking to try
@Seesaw
this year with my 2nd graders this year.
#seesawchat
In reply to @srtak02illini, @SraCash, @Seesaw
alek_turner
Aug 24 @ 7:27 PM EDT
A3 I like to use
@Seesaw
for reading stories students write and peers commenting on what they hear
#seesawchat
londtob
Aug 24 @ 7:27 PM EDT
Hi, I'm from Ontario 🇨🇦. I use
#seesawchat
to document my students nature based learning.
MrssmithOP220
Aug 24 @ 7:27 PM EDT
A3
#seesawchat
Ss create book commercials after reading a book to get other students excited about what they read.
https://t.co/SR7Ohplge3
CPS3rdGraders
Aug 24 @ 7:27 PM EDT
Hey! Abby Gall 3rd Grade from Clarkson, NE
#seesawchat
bbedessem5
Aug 24 @ 7:27 PM EDT
A3: I plan on using
@Seesaw
to have students "read" artwork by using the post photo & voice record features
#SeesawChat
hmarrs24
- Moderator
Aug 24 @ 7:27 PM EDT
I LOVE using
@Seesaw
for fluency checks! Ss get to hear themselves and parents get to hear their child read grade level material!
#seesawchat
In reply to @EdTechJulieJ, @Seesaw
MrsLine_K
Aug 24 @ 7:28 PM EDT
A3- I also plan to record myself reading books that I love so that my students can listen to stories at home.
#seesawchat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 24 @ 7:28 PM EDT
Awesome idea!
#seesawchat
bbedessem5
Aug 24 @ 7:27 PM EDT
A3: I plan on using
@Seesaw
to have students "read" artwork by using the post photo & voice record features
#SeesawChat
BethHajder
Aug 24 @ 7:28 PM EDT
A1 Beth, grade 1, Massachusetts. Brand new to Seesaw. We go back 9/6. Can't wait to get everyone connected
#seesawchat
pls217
Aug 24 @ 7:29 PM EDT
A1 :( late to
#seesawchat
. Pauline tech T in ME. This yr I have my own classes! Excited to intro my new gr 4-8 Ss to create & collaborate.
MrssmithOP220
Aug 24 @ 7:29 PM EDT
A3 Read their writing! Share with the world through the blog!
#seesawchat
https://t.co/P5mYRQwkom
srashoe
Aug 24 @ 7:29 PM EDT
I plan to have students show their work on the SeeSaw platform and share. Then we can instantly all see it on the Promethean.
#seesawchat
BorkJanis
Aug 24 @ 7:29 PM EDT
A3 Find a favorite poem and take a picture of it. Then do a dramatic reading! Can really find the actors/actresses in the group!
#seesawchat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 24 @ 7:29 PM EDT
Q4 coming in one minute!
#seesawchat
VilmaManahan
Aug 24 @ 7:30 PM EDT
A2. I'm running slow. Capture those maths thinking/talks through audio/video.
#seesawchat
https://t.co/mymQ9YGhLH
gallianstone
Aug 24 @ 7:30 PM EDT
Oh no!
#seesawchat
In reply to @missmac100, @Seesaw
MmeChantalWP
Aug 24 @ 7:30 PM EDT
Q3. In K, I have a team of sts read a small guiding reading book. We video their effort and send to their parents. Success.
#seesawchat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 24 @ 7:30 PM EDT
I love Q4 and can't wait to read your answers!
#seesawchat
awarrenedtech
Aug 24 @ 7:31 PM EDT
A3 Students choose a familiar book, & they record it as a video. They take a photo of the text, read, annotate, and record it.
#seesawchat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 24 @ 7:31 PM EDT
Love this!
#seesawchat
BorkJanis
Aug 24 @ 7:29 PM EDT
A3 Find a favorite poem and take a picture of it. Then do a dramatic reading! Can really find the actors/actresses in the group!
#seesawchat
RaRaPenguin
Aug 24 @ 7:32 PM EDT
A4: Not sure of this... would ❤️to get some specials Ts on board.
#SeesawChat
MandyS2
Aug 24 @ 7:32 PM EDT
A3 I've made folders for each book group running in my classrm. Ss do BookSnaps or reflect on rdg and put it in the folder.
#seesawchat
CPS3rdGraders
Aug 24 @ 7:32 PM EDT
Q4 my students do not use Seesaw in Library but I will begin holding book clubs so they are able to share their stories
#seesawchat
MrssmithOP220
Aug 24 @ 7:32 PM EDT
A4
#seesawchat
Ss in the upper grades demo rules and quick tips on how to play new game in PE - video is share with primary- kids teach kids
seanmarnold
Aug 24 @ 7:32 PM EDT
A4:The other teachers are using it, so yes, but will they use it at home? I hope so, taking steps to make that fun & encouraging
#SeesawChat
In reply to @EdTechJulieJ
MrsBremTweets
Aug 24 @ 7:32 PM EDT
Joining late...Kara, 7th grade math (former 4th gr) T from Cary, NC
#SeesawChat
awarrenedtech
Aug 24 @ 7:32 PM EDT
A4: Robotics after school will be using Seesaw as a communication tool with families and to post video and work this year.
#seesawchat
wendypurple407
Aug 24 @ 7:33 PM EDT
As our school has a school account and I'm the administrator,I've add each speciation each home room
#seesawchat
pls217
Aug 24 @ 7:33 PM EDT
A3 I plan to have Ss use
#booksnaps
for
#DigitCit
understanding/reflection.
#seesawchat
hmarrs24
- Moderator
Aug 24 @ 7:33 PM EDT
A4:We don't have separate classes4 those unfortunately :( I haven't used it in PE yet, but am interested to see how others are!
#seesawchat
loridnett
Aug 24 @ 7:33 PM EDT
Have students video themselves explaining how they are solving questions on their exit tickets.
#seesawchat
In reply to @EdTechJulieJ
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 24 @ 7:33 PM EDT
Wow, this sounds amazing!
#seesawchat
awarrenedtech
Aug 24 @ 7:32 PM EDT
A4: Robotics after school will be using Seesaw as a communication tool with families and to post video and work this year.
#seesawchat
MmeChantalWP
Aug 24 @ 7:33 PM EDT
Q4. At the moment, no. We are a handful of homeroom ts using Seesaw.
#seesawchat
MrsLine_K
Aug 24 @ 7:34 PM EDT
A4: Students
@SLCSpearson
will be using
@Seesaw
in each of their specials and hopefully at home too!
#SeesawChat
MrssmithOP220
Aug 24 @ 7:34 PM EDT
A4 Ss record themselves for recorder testing - T gets to grade later and not miss out on lunch
#seesawchat
APSITShannon
Aug 24 @ 7:34 PM EDT
A4: Ss could use
@seesaw
in art for a "gallery walk" and hear the "artist" describe their "artwork"
#SeesawChat
alek_turner
Aug 24 @ 7:34 PM EDT
A4 I am so excited cause after a staff pd my art teacher will be using them for art portfolios, I'll tweet soon :)
#seesawchat
srtak02illini
Aug 24 @ 7:34 PM EDT
A3: My Ss will be doing a lot of reading aloud using their Spanish so they gain oral proficiency.
#Seesawchat
MandyS2
Aug 24 @ 7:34 PM EDT
A4 I hope specials teachers get on board! We're not Seesaw for Schools, so might be difficult.
#seesawchat
VilmaManahan
Aug 24 @ 7:35 PM EDT
A3. Language. Science. Art. We also printed QR Codes, displayed Ss work in the library.
#seesawchat
https://t.co/mPqr0ElRz0
MrsBremTweets
Aug 24 @ 7:35 PM EDT
A2:I'm only math this year. First day (Monday) getting my MS Ss connected & posting their "Math in their Life".
#seesawchat
#msmathchat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 24 @ 7:10 PM EDT
Not too late to join, we're just getting started! Here's Q2!
#seesawchat
lessonsinrm9
Aug 24 @ 7:35 PM EDT
A3 Ss read science fluency passages to "teach" their parents a topic while really they're reinforcing the content and oral lang
#SeesawChat
In reply to @EdTechJulieJ
allisonmkurtz
Aug 24 @ 7:35 PM EDT
A4: Our specialists are not using Seesaw, but the music Ts child is in my class this year. I did send her PD in PJ's on music.
#seesawchat
MrssmithOP220
Aug 24 @ 7:35 PM EDT
A4 Art T records herself demo instructions on current projects Ss follow at their own pace (also works for Ss who are absent)
#seesawchat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 24 @ 7:35 PM EDT
A4: At my kids' school, each class chooses favorite game in PE, explains & records, adds to Everyone in hroom T's
@Seesaw
class.
#seesawchat
APSITShannon
Aug 24 @ 7:35 PM EDT
A4: My 1st grade twin boys will be using
@seesaw
as their logbook for their science & technology fair projects
#SeesawChat
BorkJanis
Aug 24 @ 7:36 PM EDT
A big question is how to set up classes. Should they be a co-teacher or have whole class share one name? Any advice Seesawers??
#seesawchat
gallianstone
Aug 24 @ 7:36 PM EDT
A4. Short answer: I hope so, but we haven't talked about it yet...
#seesawchat
Seesaw
- Moderator
Aug 24 @ 7:36 PM EDT
Empower artists in your classroom with Seesaw!
https://t.co/mgGXDJXuCR
#seesawchat
mring_4
Aug 24 @ 7:36 PM EDT
Our librarian is totally on board with Seesaw! I'll help her set up folder. As record reading, research, Makerspace, coding.
#Seesawchat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 24 @ 7:36 PM EDT
That's a great idea! ⬇️
#seesawchat
MrssmithOP220
Aug 24 @ 7:35 PM EDT
A4 Art T records herself demo instructions on current projects Ss follow at their own pace (also works for Ss who are absent)
#seesawchat
Mrs_Rhyne
Aug 24 @ 7:37 PM EDT
A4 I want all Ss to have 1 specialist (or more!) with acct access so even Ss w/ inactive 👨👩👧👦 can feel the comment love 💛
#SeesawChat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 24 @ 7:30 PM EDT
I love Q4 and can't wait to read your answers!
#seesawchat
loridnett
Aug 24 @ 7:37 PM EDT
My students will be uploading finished projects from Code to the Future.
#seesawchat
In reply to @EdTechJulieJ
pls217
Aug 24 @ 7:37 PM EDT
Q4 Gr 6-8 we are evolving into Learning Commons &
@Seesaw
blog is an authentic way we will apply
#digitalcitizenship
#seesawchat
MrsBremTweets
Aug 24 @ 7:37 PM EDT
A4: At a new school this year. A few folks use
@Seesaw
. I'm excited to share my 💕 and get specialists (and core) Ts connected!
#SeesawChat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 24 @ 7:30 PM EDT
I love Q4 and can't wait to read your answers!
#seesawchat
smanhart4
Aug 24 @ 7:37 PM EDT
#seesawchat
Super late joining, but hovering and reading! MS Band T here.
VilmaManahan
Aug 24 @ 7:37 PM EDT
A4. We used it to capture the butterflies as they were set free! So exciting.
#seesawchat
https://t.co/4a8hhB9Dwl
gallianstone
Aug 24 @ 7:38 PM EDT
I love this idea. I've always struggled with how to get attention for Ss who's parents don't sign up/comment.
#seesawchat
In reply to @Mrs_Rhyne
bbedessem5
Aug 24 @ 7:38 PM EDT
A4: Seesaw is perfect for showing process not just the product Ss use it in STEM & Art 2 show/reflect stages of
#designthinking
#SeesawChat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 24 @ 7:38 PM EDT
Q5 in
#seesawchat
coming up in two minutes!
Seesaw
- Moderator
Aug 24 @ 7:39 PM EDT
Music Ts! Seesaw is an awesome way to document the learning happening in your classroom! Learn more here
https://t.co/qG0JlqjpW8
#seesawchat
MrsLine_K
Aug 24 @ 7:39 PM EDT
A4: All of the staff
@SLCSpearson
will be exploring
@Seesaw
! We are excited to incorporate Seesaw into our school culture!
#SeesawChat
khurlbertne
Aug 24 @ 7:39 PM EDT
A4 We are using it quite a bit in staff dev. to collaborate. Excited about it. Trying to get more teachers on board.
#seesawchat
mrbrimWC
Aug 24 @ 7:40 PM EDT
@christinamoline
@dbahrenfuss
@anderson_libby
Every Thurs.@ 6. Tons of ideas! Search
#seesawchat
and click latest! U can go back after too!
Seesaw
- Moderator
Aug 24 @ 6:30 PM EDT
Join us for
#seesawchat
in 30 minutes at 4pm PDT! We'll talk about ways to use Seesaw throughout the yr! Can't wait to learn & share ideas!
MrsBremTweets
Aug 24 @ 7:40 PM EDT
I'd recommend co-teachers to try it out 1st, but honestly either works great! Ps can easily see all classes in the Family App. 💕
#seesawchat
In reply to @BorkJanis
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 24 @ 7:40 PM EDT
Keep up the awesome responses! Q5 is here!
#seesawchat
VilmaManahan
Aug 24 @ 7:40 PM EDT
This is something I'd like to do this year. Yes, it is more of the process than the product!
#seesawchat
In reply to @bbedessem5
washclass20
Aug 24 @ 7:40 PM EDT
#seesawchat
I have uploaded instructional videos to Seesaw so parents can see and experience how I am teaching a particular math concept.
smanhart4
Aug 24 @ 7:41 PM EDT
#seesawchat
A1 Shawna Manhart, MS Band in MI. I use Seesaw for playing tests, theory, compositions, blogging, demonstrating posture...
khurlbertne
Aug 24 @ 7:41 PM EDT
A5 Anxious to try out the messaging feature and send kid made newsletters.
#seesawchat
MrssmithOP220
Aug 24 @ 7:42 PM EDT
A5 Excited for messages! Send QR codes home to parents who have no internet connection & blog!
#seesawchat
missmac100
Aug 24 @ 7:42 PM EDT
A5: I love that I can send out messages through Seesaw. I still have 5 parents that need to connect to their journals. :)
#seesawchat
MandyS2
Aug 24 @ 7:42 PM EDT
A5 I've been taking photos of the kids and making albums (yay!) so parents can see what's happening during the day.
#seesawchat
khurlbertne
Aug 24 @ 7:42 PM EDT
A5 Curious. Can parents set up their settings to be notified when announcements are sent out? Like a text?
#seesawchat
pls217
Aug 24 @ 7:42 PM EDT
My PE colleague used last yr & S engagement dramatically changed. T used video as running rec. of skills & habits, shared w Ps
#seesawchat
.
hmarrs24
- Moderator
Aug 24 @ 7:33 PM EDT
A4:We don't have separate classes4 those unfortunately :( I haven't used it in PE yet, but am interested to see how others are!
#seesawchat
Seesaw
- Moderator
Aug 24 @ 7:42 PM EDT
We have an upcoming PD sprint on creating class newsletters in Seesaw. Please join us!
https://t.co/mcTc4MNDiN
#seesawchat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 24 @ 7:42 PM EDT
A5: Here's what I did to help get big kids' families connected!
https://t.co/XdZD8Qcx8K
#seesawchat
seanmarnold
Aug 24 @ 7:42 PM EDT
A5:one of our main uses of
@Seesaw
is sharing S journals & work images with parents-especial because most are ELLs
#SeesawChat
In reply to @EdTechJulieJ, @Seesaw
wendypurple407
Aug 24 @ 7:42 PM EDT
A5:starting a student class newsletter
#seesawchat
with a parent QA corner
mring_4
Aug 24 @ 7:43 PM EDT
A5 occasional announcements. We use Remind at our school.
#Seesawchat
MrsLine_K
Aug 24 @ 7:43 PM EDT
A5: Parents can use
@Seesaw
to see things that their child shared as well as any class announcements or personal notifications.
#SeesawChat
VilmaManahan
Aug 24 @ 7:43 PM EDT
Nice!
#seesawchat
In reply to @srtak02illini
tonya_thorbahn
Aug 24 @ 7:43 PM EDT
A5: Love being able to send family and class announcements
#seesawchat
APSITShannon
Aug 24 @ 7:43 PM EDT
A5: I love that
@Seesaw
provides notifications for parents so they can see the progress of their child
#seesawchat
RaRaPenguin
Aug 24 @ 7:43 PM EDT
A5: ❤️ing the new personal message & announcement feature! So easy to share information for Ps fast!
#SeesawChat
Mrs_Rhyne
Aug 24 @ 7:43 PM EDT
A5 I'm excited to try the new announcement feature to send my "newsletters."
#SeesawChat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 24 @ 7:40 PM EDT
Keep up the awesome responses! Q5 is here!
#seesawchat
MrsBremTweets
Aug 24 @ 7:44 PM EDT
A5:As a MS T, I'm getting families connected asap. All info, assessments dates, school&class reminders will be through
@Seesaw
.
#SeesawChat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 24 @ 7:40 PM EDT
Keep up the awesome responses! Q5 is here!
#seesawchat
VilmaManahan
Aug 24 @ 7:44 PM EDT
Agreed! Before this new feature, I just tagged everyone.
#seesawchat
In reply to @Mrs_Rhyne
MandyS2
Aug 24 @ 7:45 PM EDT
A5 Ss send updates to their families every Friday using any Seesaw tool. Gives Ss choice and Ps can see what they're learning.
#seesawchat
MrssmithOP220
Aug 24 @ 7:45 PM EDT
A5 Love doing my newsletter on Spark Page & share on Seesaw
https://t.co/x5KrBdaGYC
#seesawchat
smanhart4
Aug 24 @ 7:45 PM EDT
#seesawchat
A4 On it! :) (I teach band)
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 24 @ 7:45 PM EDT
A5: My kids' T is using announcements in
@Seesaw
already on Day 1!
#seesawchat
RaRaPenguin
Aug 24 @ 7:45 PM EDT
A5: I also send S spelling lists through
@Seesaw
for Ps & read through the words.
#SeesawChat
bbedessem5
Aug 24 @ 7:45 PM EDT
A5:Back to school night parents stopped by to say their Ss would never talk about school, but now they have conversation starter
#seesawchat
BethHajder
Aug 24 @ 7:46 PM EDT
A5 Love the ability to translate and I think it will be easier to manage because all the contacts are in 1 place
#seesawchat
wendypurple407
Aug 24 @ 7:46 PM EDT
A5:Love the translation feature for connecting with all families
#seesawchat
MandyS2
Aug 24 @ 7:46 PM EDT
A5 I take pics of anchor charts, Ss working, Ss work hanging on bulletin boards, you name it! Parents want to see!
#Seesawchat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 24 @ 7:46 PM EDT
This is the best! Love hearing comments like this from Ts and families!
#seesawchat
bbedessem5
Aug 24 @ 7:45 PM EDT
A5:Back to school night parents stopped by to say their Ss would never talk about school, but now they have conversation starter
#seesawchat
smanhart4
Aug 24 @ 7:46 PM EDT
#seesawchat
A5 Announcements for concerts, fundraisers, etc; Conferences! Reminders!
gallianstone
Aug 24 @ 7:46 PM EDT
A5. Already use it to share pictures, videos, and newsletters. Curious to see how messages work for daily notes home.
#seesawchat
MrssmithOP220
Aug 24 @ 7:47 PM EDT
A5 Seesaw changes the conversation from "how was school today?" to "I loved the piece of writing you shared w/ your class today"
#seesawchat
awarrenedtech
Aug 24 @ 7:47 PM EDT
A5 This year I will switch over from Class Dojo to Seesaw as a form of parent communication. Thanks for adding this feature!
#seesawchat
Seesaw
- Moderator
Aug 24 @ 7:47 PM EDT
We have another upcoming PD sprint on announcements in
#Seesaw
! Join us to learn more!
https://t.co/MRXFggGeEt
#seesawchat
VilmaManahan
Aug 24 @ 7:48 PM EDT
A5. How can I not continue to use
@Seesaw
to communicate w/ parents? They ❤️ it!
#seesawchat
barrigertz
Aug 24 @ 7:48 PM EDT
Having fun uploading content to
@Seesaw
to show what's new in the library
#SeesawChat
#librarylove
#digcit
allisonmkurtz
Aug 24 @ 7:48 PM EDT
A5: I've been sending "newsletters" through announcements. Ps are commenting on Ss work. Hoping to connect more Ps @ conferences
#Seesawchat
MrssmithOP220
Aug 24 @ 7:49 PM EDT
A5 Changed my behavior calendar to digital with help from Seesaw - good alt for class dojo
https://t.co/HdNG47MJEf
#seesawchat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 24 @ 7:49 PM EDT
Our last
#seesawchat
Q is coming up, but don't forget there's still plenty of time to enter your
#whyiseesaw
video if you haven't already!
hmarrs24
- Moderator
Aug 24 @ 7:49 PM EDT
A5: I'll be creating an orientation video for Ps & send it out on
@Seesaw
to start the year off!
#SeesawChat
MrsBremTweets
Aug 24 @ 7:49 PM EDT
THIS is(1 reason) why I'm going to use
@Seesaw
w/my 7thgr classes.Teen parents still want to know what their child is learning.
#SeesawChat
bbedessem5
Aug 24 @ 7:45 PM EDT
A5:Back to school night parents stopped by to say their Ss would never talk about school, but now they have conversation starter
#seesawchat
VilmaManahan
Aug 24 @ 7:50 PM EDT
You'll remember! Ideas just keep on flowing once you start using
@Seesaw
. You want to CAPTURE EVERYTHING!
#seesawchat
In reply to @BorkJanis, @Seesaw
loridnett
Aug 24 @ 7:50 PM EDT
A5: sending out our bi-weekly newsletter, reminders of upcoming events, happy notes about student growth/progress, and much more
#seesawchat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 24 @ 7:50 PM EDT
We love our
@Seesaw
teacher community and can't wait to hear from you on Q6!
#seesawchat
Seesaw
- Moderator
Aug 24 @ 7:50 PM EDT
Introduce yourself to your classroom with our Meet the Teacher template!
https://t.co/shujS8bE9W
#seesawchat
ACluttsSVHS
Aug 24 @ 7:51 PM EDT
A5
@Seesaw
gives "big kid" parents a window into the "nothing" answer.
#whatdidyoudotoday
#seesawchat
MandyS2
Aug 24 @ 7:51 PM EDT
A5 I shared a photo album of pics of our classroom with a welcome message before the 1st day of school. Helped the transition.
#seesawchat
pls217
Aug 24 @ 7:51 PM EDT
A5 This yr I have my own Ps! I will post Newsletters & I'll try new msg
#seesawchat
. Used notes last yr to post coding club updates.
VilmaManahan
Aug 24 @ 7:51 PM EDT
Yes! And I've only used it for the last 3 months of school when I took over the class.
#seesawchat
In reply to @Seesaw
missmac100
Aug 24 @ 7:51 PM EDT
A6: I would love the ability to not add something to the classroom feed. I'd also like parents to be able to see the skills.
#seesawchat
BethHajder
Aug 24 @ 7:52 PM EDT
A6 Love the ideas and the Facebook community. The PD has been great.
#seesawchat
missmac100
Aug 24 @ 7:52 PM EDT
A6: Clarification: I want the ability to approve a post so parents can see it but not add it to the classroom feed. :)
#seesawchat
Seesaw
- Moderator
Aug 24 @ 7:52 PM EDT
Hey Stacie! Type
#seesawchat
into twitter and you'll be able to join in on the conversation! This is not a webinar :)
In reply to @SeaofKinder, @EdTechJulieJ
MandyS2
Aug 24 @ 7:52 PM EDT
A6 I'd love to see updates to the Android app for the latest features. It's hard to be limited on some devices.
#seesawchat
MrssmithOP220
Aug 24 @ 7:53 PM EDT
A6 Seesaw has changed so much since I began 2 yrs ago but.. Write on PDF, record on each photo now with multi photo opt
#seesawchat
mring_4
Aug 24 @ 7:53 PM EDT
A6 The updates have made it even easier to use. I ❤️all the extras you offer us, such as templates.
#Seesawchat
RaRaPenguin
Aug 24 @ 7:53 PM EDT
A6: ❤️message feature! Ss would like to be able to post captions to individual pics when loading multiple in.
#SeesawChat
wendypurple407
Aug 24 @ 7:53 PM EDT
Loving the updates and the ability to schedule the release of announcements would be great
#seesawchat
MrsBremTweets
Aug 24 @ 7:54 PM EDT
A6:I'd ❤️to have the OPTION to have Ss message the teacher. Love the 5.0 upgrades. Can't wait for the school yr to start to use!
#SeesawChat
MandyS2
Aug 24 @ 7:54 PM EDT
A6 I agree! I like to share photos with Ps but not have to put in journals. Not able to in the announcement feature yet.
#seesawchat
missmac100
Aug 24 @ 7:51 PM EDT
A6: I would love the ability to not add something to the classroom feed. I'd also like parents to be able to see the skills.
#seesawchat
RaRaPenguin
Aug 24 @ 7:54 PM EDT
Hate to head out early but it's bath night for my littles. 😉
#SeesawChat
BorkJanis
Aug 24 @ 7:54 PM EDT
I loved sharing the new updates at our BTS PD. I've had so many staff come and ask me to help get them started!
#seesawchat
hmarrs24
- Moderator
Aug 24 @ 7:54 PM EDT
A6: I LOVE the new updates!! Would love it if I could add an image or PDF to the Parent Announcements to streamline newsletters
#seesawchat
Mrs_Rhyne
Aug 24 @ 7:55 PM EDT
#SeesawChat
A6 I'm excited to implement all new features next week when school starts.
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 24 @ 7:50 PM EDT
We love our
@Seesaw
teacher community and can't wait to hear from you on Q6!
#seesawchat
VilmaManahan
Aug 24 @ 7:56 PM EDT
A5. A PD I went to. When Ps are connected & their child goes 2 next T & it's not the same, Ps feel the T isn't doing anything.
#seesawchat
MrssmithOP220
Aug 24 @ 7:56 PM EDT
A6 If you can't add image or PDF to message maybe an attachment option?
#seesawchat
MrsBremTweets
Aug 24 @ 7:56 PM EDT
I second this wish! ✨
#SeesawChat
In reply to @hmarrs24
APSITShannon
Aug 24 @ 7:56 PM EDT
A6: Gearing up to train teachers and share all the new features
#seesawchat
smanhart4
Aug 24 @ 7:56 PM EDT
#seesawchat
A6 Loving the upgrades. Presented today and yesterday to all grades/curriculum--people are excited about all
@Seesaw
can do! :)
pls217
Aug 24 @ 7:56 PM EDT
Perfect timing! I'm creating my classes, school starts next week!!
#seesawchat
Seesaw
- Moderator
Aug 24 @ 7:50 PM EDT
Introduce yourself to your classroom with our Meet the Teacher template!
https://t.co/shujS8bE9W
#seesawchat
tonya_thorbahn
Aug 24 @ 7:57 PM EDT
#whyiseesaw
#seesawchat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 24 @ 7:57 PM EDT
Don't forget to connect with us on FB and Instagram, too!
#seesawchat
gallianstone
Aug 24 @ 7:57 PM EDT
A6. I'd love to see auditory feedback w/i the interface (buttons)
#a11y
#inclusion
#seesawchat
allisonmkurtz
Aug 24 @ 7:57 PM EDT
A6: I love the updates and being able to message parents! I would ❤️ if photos and files could be attached to announcements.
#seesawchat
VilmaManahan
Aug 24 @ 7:58 PM EDT
A6. I'm looking forward to be using the new features of
@Seesaw
and as an ambassador, I continue to promote the love!
#seesawchat
MrssmithOP220
Aug 24 @ 7:58 PM EDT
A6 Possible to transfer teacher content from one year to the next.
#seesawchat
BorkJanis
Aug 24 @ 7:58 PM EDT
A6 I love the copy/edit. Now we have Fix-it-Up Fridays, Make-it-Better Mondays.
#seesawchat
tonya_thorbahn
Aug 24 @ 7:59 PM EDT
A6: loving the new updates. Would really like an option for private teacher folders but with parent access
#seesawchat
EdTechJulieJ
Aug 24 @ 7:59 PM EDT
We're winding down, so thanks for another awesome
#seesawchat
, everybody! Loved your ideas & feedback!
awarrenedtech
Aug 24 @ 7:59 PM EDT
A6 ❤️ the new
@Seesaw
features and updates!!! Hosted a PD today and new teachers are excited to use it!!!
#seesawchat
MandyS2
Aug 24 @ 7:59 PM EDT
A6 Is there a way to edit without copying first? Would like the option to revise without making an add'l journal post.
#Seesawchat