#edtechbridge Archive
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Wednesday March 23, 2016
7:00 PM EDT
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:00 PM EDT
Q0: Welcome to
#EdTechBridge
- Please introduce yourself with name / location / role and what comes to mind when you hear 'robot'?
MrsMurat
Mar 23 @ 7:00 PM EDT
Students combat haters and trolls. Would love your feedback. TY!
https://t.co/Gy7VfoeMlD
#reflectiveteacher
#dojochat
#edtechbridge
#digcit
CREATOMbuilder
Mar 23 @ 7:01 PM EDT
Hope you're doing well
@katyamuses
. I'm in the ATL this week for
#designthinking
and
#innovation
coaching.
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:01 PM EDT
Hey All and WELCOME! Steve from NJ - I'm the lucky guy who teaches game design and development to cool MS kids like
@akash
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 23 @ 7:02 PM EDT
Hi all! Katya, NYC, UX Research
@brainpop
, when I hear "robot" I think of Lego Robotics
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lavadragon0986
Mar 23 @ 7:02 PM EDT
#EdTechBridge
To me a robot is someone who can do what regular humans cannot. They have a heart, and they help protect people if need be.
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:02 PM EDT
When I hear robot I think of automation, seems like roomba always comes to mind :)
#edtechbridge
minnie0672
Mar 23 @ 7:02 PM EDT
A0 - Hi all! Jennifer from Orlando - Full time phd student
@ucf
studying special education
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:02 PM EDT
@katyamuses
@brainpop
yeah, Lego mindstorms, etc. come to mind for me. Good marketing
@lego
:)
#edtechbridge
robbiestells
Mar 23 @ 7:02 PM EDT
A0: Rob Steller/CT/Product Manager, Developer. How soon I can become a robot
#cyborg
#edtechbridge
minnie0672
Mar 23 @ 7:03 PM EDT
When I hear robot I think of engagement
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lavadragon0986
Mar 23 @ 7:03 PM EDT
#EdTechBridge
That is a full on Leiji Matsumoto quote right there
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:03 PM EDT
@minnie0672
@ucf
Hey there! so great to see you here!
#edtechbridge
akashcoolman123
Mar 23 @ 7:03 PM EDT
#edtechbridge
A0: Akash, student from wams and I think of robot retaliation, jk i think a better future
raspberryberet3
Mar 23 @ 7:04 PM EDT
Shelly from Toronto; Instructional Coach
#EdTechBridge
WillcottJulie
Mar 23 @ 7:04 PM EDT
Julie Willcott. Maine STEM educator/innovator. Robots are programmable beings we humans create.
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:04 PM EDT
@robbiestells
when
#googleglass
seemed like a thing, it felt like we were closing in on cyborg
#edtechbridge
CREATOMbuilder
Mar 23 @ 7:04 PM EDT
When I hear robot I think of a new intelligence added to the mix -
#BladeRunner
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:04 PM EDT
@akashcoolman123
Yes - let's make sure robots stay on the side of good!!!
#edtechbridge
AlexVKluge
Mar 23 @ 7:04 PM EDT
A0 Alex,
#Edtech
and tech innovator in Austin, Tx. Robots => displacement of routine labor.
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:05 PM EDT
@raspberryberet3
Hey Shelly! Always graet to see you :)
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 23 @ 7:05 PM EDT
These robot icebreaker answers are hilarious
#edtechbridge
GrammarFlip
Mar 23 @ 7:05 PM EDT
Your vs. You're
#flipclass
#blendedlearning
#esl
#ntchat
#mschat
#edtechbridge
#langchat
#ukedchat
#bced
#abed
#byod
https://t.co/3lGGmF1CkW
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:05 PM EDT
@WillcottJulie
yes, we must always remember that we program them!
#edtechbridge
AlexVKluge
Mar 23 @ 7:05 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
Watching the terminator much, are we?
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robbiestells
Mar 23 @ 7:05 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
My plan is to slowly embed technology into me ;) Smartwatches and headsets are a step
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:05 PM EDT
@katyamuses
yeah, great icebraker :)
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WillcottJulie
Mar 23 @ 7:05 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
At least until they learn how to program us.
#EdTechBridge
raspberryberet3
Mar 23 @ 7:05 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
thanks Steven! It's been a bit nuts last few weeks; glad to be back!!
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:06 PM EDT
@GrammarFlip
hopefully the robots are taught proper grammar
#edtechbridge
nogginfuel
Mar 23 @ 7:06 PM EDT
A0. Jef / SC / design & entrepreneur
#EdTechBridge
BcCotter
Mar 23 @ 7:06 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
Greetings
#edtechbridge
/rs
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:06 PM EDT
@robbiestells
my phone is already an extension of me as I suppose are some of my other devices - guess I'm almost there!
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:07 PM EDT
@robbiestells
less chance of dropping and breaking the technology :)
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:07 PM EDT
@nogginfuel
Hey Jef!
#edtechbridge
akashcoolman123
Mar 23 @ 7:07 PM EDT
Ready to rock and roll
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/Rk1bAyjIZx
MrPoynter
Mar 23 @ 7:07 PM EDT
Chris, ESL, Ohio, Learning coding in hopes of teaching Ss next year.
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 23 @ 7:07 PM EDT
Ready to talk robotics and coding.. Q1 coming soon
#edtechbridge
AlexVKluge
Mar 23 @ 7:07 PM EDT
We landed a robot the size of a car on the surface of Mars from a rocket powered sky crane!
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:07 PM EDT
@MrPoynter
awesome! Welcome to the chat :)
#edtechbridge
missfplunkett
Mar 23 @ 7:07 PM EDT
I'm Faith! I teach entertainment technology in AL! When I hear the word robot,I think of my classroom. We are always on the go.
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:08 PM EDT
Q1: What EdTech tools are particularly good at teaching coding? Why?
#edtechbridge
robbiestells
Mar 23 @ 7:08 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
Haha we're talking about that topic right now on
@TheCommentist
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:08 PM EDT
@akashcoolman123
have you met
@nathan_stevens
yet? you too are chat twins...
#edtechbridge
lavadragon0986
Mar 23 @ 7:08 PM EDT
#EdTechBridge
Oops, I was forgetting the #. Sorry.
lavadragon0986
Mar 23 @ 7:09 PM EDT
#EdTechBridge
Hello world!
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:09 PM EDT
Robots have already beat the best jeopardy and chess players. what's next?
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:09 PM EDT
@lavadragon0986
that's pretty witty for tonight's chat :)
#edtechbridge
lavadragon0986
Mar 23 @ 7:10 PM EDT
#EdTechBridge
A1: I believe that something like code combat is the most engaging way to teach coding, as a game already demands engagement.
CREATOMbuilder
Mar 23 @ 7:10 PM EDT
A1. .
@scratch
is a good start; also like what .
@groklearning
for teaching
#python
but a good low tech is looking behind html
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:10 PM EDT
Please provide links as you share tools as they will be curated with the transcript
#edtechbridge
minnie0672
Mar 23 @ 7:10 PM EDT
A1 - We are using Blockly with our K students with Down Syndrome
#EdTechBridge
AlexVKluge
Mar 23 @ 7:10 PM EDT
A1 For K-8 Scratch and it's descendants seem to do quite well.
#EdTechBridge
missfplunkett
Mar 23 @ 7:10 PM EDT
A1:,We love
https://t.co/3XcjjErNYC
,
@kodable
,
@gotynker
, Scratch Jr., and
@MinecraftEdu
(computercraft mod).
#EdTechBridge
raspberryberet3
Mar 23 @ 7:10 PM EDT
A1:
@OZOBOT
, Scratch, lightbot,
https://t.co/ydFlxNMx8o
, hopscotch, code academy
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 23 @ 7:11 PM EDT
A1. I like coding tools that are game-like.
@gotynker
and
@codemonkeystu
are 2 that come to mind
#edtechbridge
MrSchoenbart
Mar 23 @ 7:11 PM EDT
NEW POST:
#GAFE
Impact Report: What Teachers Need at
https://t.co/PKDRYrROBK
#edtechbridge
#edchat
#gafechat
https://t.co/1jgjf0Zc2D
nogginfuel
Mar 23 @ 7:11 PM EDT
A1.
@codewars
@codefightclub
and peer coding
#EdTechBridge
@mr_isaacs
lavadragon0986
Mar 23 @ 7:11 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
#edtechbridge
I have to keep the theme going don't I? If True Keep Discussion going Else Sleep
akashcoolman123
Mar 23 @ 7:11 PM EDT
#edtechbridge
A1: using movies and videos to show the possibilites of coding to motivate the student to do more
https://t.co/LlSHOYSntO
robbiestells
Mar 23 @ 7:11 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
And Go!
#edtechbridge
AlexVKluge
Mar 23 @ 7:11 PM EDT
A1 For 9-12, and beyond, real world applications are more important. And the best fit depends on personal preferences.
#EdTechBridge
MrPoynter
Mar 23 @ 7:12 PM EDT
A1:
@SparkFunEDU
has a great starter kit & guidebook. Impressive progression of simple circuits & basic coding.
#edtechbridge
raspberryberet3
Mar 23 @ 7:12 PM EDT
Love these two!! There are so many!!
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/6L0otSgV7N
katyamuses
Mar 23 @ 7:11 PM EDT
A1. I like coding tools that are game-like.
@gotynker
and
@codemonkeystu
are 2 that come to mind
#edtechbridge
lavadragon0986
Mar 23 @ 7:12 PM EDT
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/ij7PMyrJi2
djsardine
Mar 23 @ 7:12 PM EDT
@missfplunkett
@kodable
@gotynker
@MinecraftEdu
how do you use the turtles in computercraft?
#EdTechBridge
participatelrn
Mar 23 @ 7:12 PM EDT
A1: Star Wars Building a Galaxy with code is a fun place to start
https://t.co/TVVI8F9tL9
#edtechbridge
AlexVKluge
Mar 23 @ 7:12 PM EDT
A1 But JavaScript is likely to be useful, as is Java, both the language and the drink.
#EdTechBridge
Todd_Lash
Mar 23 @ 7:12 PM EDT
A1: Teachers who code themselves and are willing to play are good at teaching coding
@mr_isaacs
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:13 PM EDT
join
@lucasgillispie
@rafranzdavis
@bronst
and I w/
@jeffbradbury
https://t.co/GJ0jnvTpOt
podcast Sun 7pm ET topic
#minecraft
#edtechbridge
wgrantsmith
Mar 23 @ 7:13 PM EDT
A1 - Depends on what type you want, check out his blog article on student-centric vs pre-directed:
https://t.co/FY3UFIkY5v
#edtechbridge
dmp_gctc
Mar 23 @ 7:13 PM EDT
A1: Good tools to teach coding --
@scratch
-
@MITAppInventor
-
@CodeHS
-
@tickleapp
-
@khanacademy
@SpheroEdu
#edtechbridge
Rdene915
Mar 23 @ 7:13 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
#edtechbridge
Hi from Pittsburgh, Spanish teacher &
#STEAM
hummingbirds, A1 I've used
@scratch
@codeorg
#minecraft
@MinecraftEdu
MrPoynter
Mar 23 @ 7:13 PM EDT
A1: I use
@PixelPressGame
for last 2 weeks w/ 2nd & 3rd grade. Program & play games. Super fun as a 24th grader too!
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:14 PM EDT
A1:
https://t.co/wVOd9rFOsV
is fun way to code your way through the game
#coding
#kidscancode
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:14 PM EDT
A1:
https://t.co/KTEcbp3TkP
is fun way to code your way through the game
#coding
#kidscancode
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 23 @ 7:14 PM EDT
@wgrantsmith
Good point. Lots of good coding tools are exploratory but that never worked for me
#edtechbridge
AlexVKluge
Mar 23 @ 7:14 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
They are doing pretty well with Go now too.
#EdTechBridge
missfplunkett
Mar 23 @ 7:14 PM EDT
@djsardine
@kodable
@gotynker
@MinecraftEdu
Students can program the turtles to move, dig, mine, etc.
#EdTechBridge
raspberryberet3
Mar 23 @ 7:14 PM EDT
Yes; very true! I'm continuing to learn & improve my skills
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/Eizl6jqUbw
Todd_Lash
Mar 23 @ 7:12 PM EDT
A1: Teachers who code themselves and are willing to play are good at teaching coding
@mr_isaacs
#edtechbridge
AlexVKluge
Mar 23 @ 7:14 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
Though these are more AI than robotics. There is no mechanical component.
#EdTechBridge
cybraryman1
Mar 23 @ 7:14 PM EDT
My Robotics page
https://t.co/Ylx93jjJnO
Coding page
https://t.co/jWV6CD2Ire
#edtechbridge
CREATOMbuilder
Mar 23 @ 7:14 PM EDT
@MrPoynter
.
@SparkFunEDU
has some great interactive accessories for coding.
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:14 PM EDT
A1: certainly a fan of
https://t.co/tqxwQkczbq
for introductory programming with block coding - great starting point
#edtechbridge
djsardine
Mar 23 @ 7:14 PM EDT
A1:Dont forget unplugged tools for coding
#EdTechBridge
@dmp_gctc
@scratch
@MITAppInventor
@CodeHS
@tickleapp
lavadragon0986
Mar 23 @ 7:15 PM EDT
@dmp_gctc
@scratch
@MITAppInventor
@CodeHS
@tickleapp
@khanacademy
@SpheroEdu
#Edtechbridge
Oh yeah! Sphero is perfect!
bobbylox
Mar 23 @ 7:15 PM EDT
A1: I'm working on something I hope will work pretty well. Fantasy game inspired by YA:
https://t.co/sMOFlD8qJT
#edtechbridge
@mr_isaacs
BcCotter
Mar 23 @ 7:15 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
A1.
https://t.co/yYkd1ns858
For ease of use, developing interest, user friendly for Ss, Ts and Ps :-)
#EdTechBridge
MrPoynter
Mar 23 @ 7:15 PM EDT
A1:
@CodeCombat
is also a blast. Learn coding whilst battling orgs & villains.
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 23 @ 7:15 PM EDT
@cybraryman1
Always coming through with the resources!
#edtechbridge
WillcottJulie
Mar 23 @ 7:15 PM EDT
A1:
@SpheroEdu
- with
#LightningLab
https://t.co/8Hfq6DgvIV
โฆ
#EdTechBridge
dmp_gctc
Mar 23 @ 7:15 PM EDT
A1:
@adafruit
makes several
@arduino
&
@Raspberry_Pi
kits -- I hope to check out wearble tech
#edtechbridge
icivics
Mar 23 @ 7:15 PM EDT
#EdTechBridge
has just begun! Join the discussion tonight!
https://t.co/cWKhl4Myxr
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:08 PM EDT
Q1: What EdTech tools are particularly good at teaching coding? Why?
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 23 @ 7:15 PM EDT
Q2 coming soon.. let's see if I can change my bebe's diaper real fast first
#multitasking
#edtechbridge
lavadragon0986
Mar 23 @ 7:16 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
#EdTechBridge
I said multiple times. I feel so ignored
#CriEryTim
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:16 PM EDT
Q2: What robotics programs for students are successful? Why?
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:16 PM EDT
A1: I've always been a fan of MSWLogo thanks to Seymour Papert!
https://t.co/H15L0XWMcr
Who doesn't love to program turtles?
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:16 PM EDT
A1: I've always been a fan of MSWLogo thanks to Seymour Papert!
https://t.co/fArp1CMphw
Who doesn't love to program turtles?
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:16 PM EDT
@lavadragon0986
you do? say it isn't so!
#edtechbridge
djsardine
Mar 23 @ 7:17 PM EDT
Codemancer is my Jam!
#EdTechBridge
#games4ed
https://t.co/8KSXIpUUka
bobbylox
Mar 23 @ 7:15 PM EDT
A1: I'm working on something I hope will work pretty well. Fantasy game inspired by YA:
https://t.co/sMOFlD8qJT
#edtechbridge
@mr_isaacs
MomOfAllCapes
Mar 23 @ 7:17 PM EDT
A1.
@codeorg
#HourOfCode
breaks coding down like building blocks.
@playthefoos
app makes computational thought tangible
#EdtechBridge
BcCotter
Mar 23 @ 7:17 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
@lucasgillispie
@RafranzDavis
@BronSt
@JeffBradbury
Did anyone take part in the
#Minecraft
challenge?
#EdTechBridge
wgrantsmith
Mar 23 @ 7:17 PM EDT
A1 - Feel free to check out my massive list of rated and sortable resources here:
https://t.co/d0JSpiaFUS
#EdTechBridge
Find the best match!
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:17 PM EDT
@katyamuses
hah - something rarely heard in a chat :) and probably something you didn't expect to tweet :)
#edtechbridge
mzgrz
Mar 23 @ 7:17 PM EDT
A1 I like
@BitsboxKids
because it gives Ss more choices to create in code
#EdTechBridge
AlexVKluge
Mar 23 @ 7:17 PM EDT
The Royal Bank of Scotland fireds 220, will use robots to answer customerโs investment questions.
https://t.co/0nvZcKvQf8
#EdTechBridge
nogginfuel
Mar 23 @ 7:18 PM EDT
A2.
@LEGOMindstormsN
and
@littleBits
&
@iRobot
has a hacker kit that looks great
#EdTechBridge
@mr_isaacs
akashcoolman123
Mar 23 @ 7:18 PM EDT
#edtechbridge
2: well the program is called the brain and a lego mindstorm kit, the student will eventually learn themselves to build robots
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:18 PM EDT
@djsardine
Cool - thanks for sharing this! Link to info on codemancer -
https://t.co/QdnMvOCT4U
#kidscancode
&kill dragons
#edtechbridge
djsardine
Mar 23 @ 7:18 PM EDT
A1:Cubelets are so awesome. Seconds to learn. Tons of application. Intro for K-3
#EdTechBridge
@mr_isaacs
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:19 PM EDT
@wgrantsmith
Thanks! We are going to have quite the curated resource collection after tonight!
#edtechbridge
BcCotter
Mar 23 @ 7:19 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
A2. The ones tied to other core content and allows them to Really Problem Solve while being Creative
#makerspace
#EdTechBridge
akashcoolman123
Mar 23 @ 7:19 PM EDT
#edtechbridge
@lavadrag
#edtechbridge
@lavadragon0986
HEYO another student in the house!
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:19 PM EDT
Did the question and answer feature in
@participatelrn
temporarily disappear?
#edtechbridge
djsardine
Mar 23 @ 7:19 PM EDT
@missfplunkett
@kodable
@gotynker
@MinecraftEdu
work in teams or solo?
#EdTechBridge
MomOfAllCapes
Mar 23 @ 7:20 PM EDT
A2. Just learned about
@brixotoys
. It's like
@LEGO_Group
meets robotics and circuits!
#EdtechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:20 PM EDT
@djsardine
please provide a link for cubelets. Thanks!
#edtechbridge
edubabbIe
Mar 23 @ 7:20 PM EDT
Similarly, state education departments and there is a complex whole.
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:20 PM EDT
@akashcoolman123
the brain is important. Don't try to program robots without one!
#edtechbridge
WillcottJulie
Mar 23 @ 7:20 PM EDT
@dmp_gctc
@adafruit
@arduino
@Raspberry_Pi
I love wearable tech.
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/onF2hl97JP
BcCotter
Mar 23 @ 7:20 PM EDT
A2.cont'd. W/
#makerspace
robotics programs, Ss explore a range of possibilities. Given more choices, autonomy and ownership
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:20 PM EDT
@nogginfuel
@LEGOMindstormsN
@littleBits
@iRobot
please post direct links for our curated resource collection to share
#edtechbridge
lavadragon0986
Mar 23 @ 7:21 PM EDT
@akashcoolman123
#EdTechBridge
LEZGOO
Todd_Lash
Mar 23 @ 7:21 PM EDT
A2: What age? Also, platforms & tools by themselves are not successful. It's about people implementing them.
@mr_isaacs
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:21 PM EDT
@mzgrz
@BitsboxKids
please provide the link to bitsbox so people can have the link with the curated resources :)
#edtechbridge
missfplunkett
Mar 23 @ 7:21 PM EDT
@djsardine
@MinecraftEdu
They work solo but in the same world. We might do group Projects toward the end of the year.
#EdTechBridge
participatelrn
Mar 23 @ 7:22 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
Seeing it here. You are not? Questions & Answers is now a default setting in progress
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/GRtamHnzwK
mzgrz
Mar 23 @ 7:22 PM EDT
https://t.co/caQFLhvZOs
#EdTechBridge
mzgrz
Mar 23 @ 7:22 PM EDT
https://t.co/XJWPwBkGsv
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:23 PM EDT
A2: still really want to get my hands on
@ozobot
and
@sphero
https://t.co/GTHM9Rglcc
https://t.co/rCahyq9vVe
#edtechbridge
Todd_Lash
Mar 23 @ 7:23 PM EDT
There are no magic bullet tools for teaching CS. Focus on people/community and specific goals.
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:23 PM EDT
@mzgrz
thanks :)
#edtechbridge
djsardine
Mar 23 @ 7:23 PM EDT
Cubelets great Robotics Intro tool
https://t.co/I1pOeZjUPW
@modrobotics
#EdTechBridge
@mr_isaacs
davidbychkov
Mar 23 @ 7:23 PM EDT
adafruit: RT WillcottJulie: dmp_gctc adafruit arduino Raspberry_Pi I love wearable tech.
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/4BnUSBviFT
Rdene915
Mar 23 @ 7:23 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
#EdTechBridge
A2 like seeing the ones used when I go to
#makerspace
, also success depends on level, purpose, goals, etc :)
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:24 PM EDT
Q3:What is the biggest challenge in implementing coding and robotics into curriculum?
#edtechbridge
minnie0672
Mar 23 @ 7:24 PM EDT
Our kids here would love this!
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/rugXw8B0jO
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:23 PM EDT
A2: still really want to get my hands on
@ozobot
and
@sphero
https://t.co/GTHM9Rglcc
https://t.co/rCahyq9vVe
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 23 @ 7:24 PM EDT
@Todd_Lash
Totally. What's a good example of a specific goal?
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:24 PM EDT
I've worked a bit with the
#finchrobot
https://t.co/BTpaZDdP1C
definitely cool and easy to get started with- chord a bit bulky
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:24 PM EDT
I've worked a bit with the
#finchrobot
https://t.co/HXKy26pjZd
definitely cool and easy to get started with- chord a bit bulky
#edtechbridge
wgrantsmith
Mar 23 @ 7:24 PM EDT
A2 -
@Sphero
are great for grades 3+ with
@tickleapp
https://t.co/0JP5wHCRCv
#EdTechBridge
VisionsByVicky
Mar 23 @ 7:24 PM EDT
A2: It very much depends on the age of the students, the budget, and what you want to do with them, IMO.
#edtechbridge
lavadragon0986
Mar 23 @ 7:24 PM EDT
#EdTechBridge
Actually, now that I think about it more, the first robots that come to my mind are Daft Punk
https://t.co/UsbfHOS2Mp
raspberryberet3
Mar 23 @ 7:24 PM EDT
You will have fun with
@OZOBOT
:)
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/BPsND6Imtg
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:23 PM EDT
A2: still really want to get my hands on
@ozobot
and
@sphero
https://t.co/GTHM9Rglcc
https://t.co/rCahyq9vVe
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 23 @ 7:24 PM EDT
I mean, besides "time"
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/un2zGpUZLA
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:24 PM EDT
Q3:What is the biggest challenge in implementing coding and robotics into curriculum?
#edtechbridge
nogginfuel
Mar 23 @ 7:25 PM EDT
A2.
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/XUMchZOsIY
https://t.co/5ubXRmbWDf
https://t.co/2RM37aAa2L
djsardine
Mar 23 @ 7:25 PM EDT
@bobbylox
you're doing good work sir. Play = learning
#EdTechBridge
mzgrz
Mar 23 @ 7:25 PM EDT
A3 biggest challenge is time and resources. I don't have any robotics bc it's too expensive on my own
#EdTechBridge
wgrantsmith
Mar 23 @ 7:25 PM EDT
A2 -
@OZOBOT
is great if using v2 with OzoBlockly
https://t.co/iuUf4xmCdw
#EdTechBridge
WillcottJulie
Mar 23 @ 7:25 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
@sphero
...coming soon to a classroom near you ...
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/jG93ILgDVf
lavadragon0986
Mar 23 @ 7:25 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
@OZOBOT
@Sphero
#EdTechBridge
That BB-8 Droid looks awesome, but the head makes it impractical. I'm going more towards a MK2
BcCotter
Mar 23 @ 7:25 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
@OZOBOT
@Sphero
@Sphero
is OUT OF THIS WORLD fun, engaging and AWESOME for programmers novice and experts alike
#EdTechBridge
minnie0672
Mar 23 @ 7:25 PM EDT
A3 - I think the biggest challenge is really getting Ts onboard to see how it can directly relate to curriculum
#EdTechBridge
VisionsByVicky
Mar 23 @ 7:25 PM EDT
Definitely agree on this.
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/wjfhj33xaB
mzgrz
Mar 23 @ 7:25 PM EDT
A3 biggest challenge is time and resources. I don't have any robotics bc it's too expensive on my own
#EdTechBridge
nogginfuel
Mar 23 @ 7:26 PM EDT
A3. I'm not a T but would think time & cost
@mr_isaacs
#EdTechBridge
akashcoolman123
Mar 23 @ 7:26 PM EDT
#Edtechbridge
A3: well for starters students have a lack of interest in the coding part, and those who are interested in robotics give up
raspberryberet3
Mar 23 @ 7:26 PM EDT
A3: funding, time, materials/resources, buy-in
#edtechbridge
ShanaVWhite
Mar 23 @ 7:26 PM EDT
A1: Scratch has been great for me. Touch developer as well. I'm excited to learn code.
https://t.co/sZYBpj3drP
has great stuff
#edtechbridge
akashcoolman123
Mar 23 @ 7:26 PM EDT
#edtechbridge
may the star wars merchandise be with you + shipping tax
https://t.co/IuFol3jJwx
WillcottJulie
Mar 23 @ 7:25 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
@sphero
...coming soon to a classroom near you ...
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/jG93ILgDVf
katyamuses
Mar 23 @ 7:27 PM EDT
A3: It seems like resources and easy implementation are big hurdles here
#edtechbridge
lavadragon0986
Mar 23 @ 7:27 PM EDT
#EdTechBridge
Oops, almost forgot there were questions to answer. Well, I'd say that my A3 would be that so many people are resisting tech
ShiftParadigm
Mar 23 @ 7:27 PM EDT
Read new post: MY LIVING QUILT: STITCHED WITH LOVE - The Heartland Series
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/M7yXWjftQy
wgrantsmith
Mar 23 @ 7:27 PM EDT
A3 -Wish we didn't have to squeeze coding & robotics into curriculum, should be a subject important enough to teach on its own
#EdTechBridge
Rdene915
Mar 23 @ 7:27 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
#EdTechBridge
A3 I would think training needed, time, access to resources, connecting curric w/ coding, T comfort levels
raspberryberet3
Mar 23 @ 7:27 PM EDT
A3: linking to curriculum for Ts & Ps; need to focus on developing the skills related to coding & robotics
#edtechbridge
BcCotter
Mar 23 @ 7:27 PM EDT
@raspberryberet3
@OZOBOT
Haven't tried the
@ozobot
yet. Looking forward to it and giving my 2cents on it too :-)
#EdTechBridge
AlexVKluge
Mar 23 @ 7:27 PM EDT
A3 Professional development for the teachers, and fitting it into the curriculum while still meeting requirements.
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:27 PM EDT
A3: I think a challenge is 'where do we teach it / where does it fit?' Is it part of the computer curriculum, math, etc
#edtechbridge
dmp_gctc
Mar 23 @ 7:27 PM EDT
A2:
@CodeHS
successful -Ss learn from text & videos -Ss write simple code & watch code run to move Karel the dog
#edtechBridge
mzgrz
Mar 23 @ 7:27 PM EDT
I disagree. My Ss would code all day if I let them.
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/b0rAEQLMlG
akashcoolman123
Mar 23 @ 7:26 PM EDT
#Edtechbridge
A3: well for starters students have a lack of interest in the coding part, and those who are interested in robotics give up
katyamuses
Mar 23 @ 7:27 PM EDT
@AlexVKluge
Yep - the key part being still meeting requirements
#edtechbridge
LucyKosturko
Mar 23 @ 7:28 PM EDT
Hi! Lucy from Raleigh nc joining late!
#EdTechBridge
ShanaVWhite
Mar 23 @ 7:28 PM EDT
A3: Time...but I'm going to create time. Adding a coding makerspace to our media center and a CS/Maker Club in the fall
#EdTechBridge
raspberryberet3
Mar 23 @ 7:28 PM EDT
A3: have to find a way to motivate some Ss; what is goal/purpose? What problem can you solve?
#edtechbridge
robbiestells
Mar 23 @ 7:28 PM EDT
A3: Making sure it aligns to standards (even though it totally does!) and training teachers
#edtechbridge
lavadragon0986
Mar 23 @ 7:28 PM EDT
@akashcoolman123
#EdTechBridge
True. Students might not be interested and an uninterested programmer is a bad programmer
JulianMiller
Mar 23 @ 7:28 PM EDT
Julian from Chicago also joining a little late. Love what I'm seeing.
#edtechbridge
dmp_gctc
Mar 23 @ 7:28 PM EDT
A2:
@codehs
successful because it starts with simple programs and becomes more difficult
#edtechbridge
CREATOMbuilder
Mar 23 @ 7:28 PM EDT
A3. T's facilitating the innovation process & T's afraid to use code & robotics if they don't have expertise
#edtechbridge
minnie0672
Mar 23 @ 7:29 PM EDT
Absolutely - and when you want to implement w/little ones they don't have a comp curriculum
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/ZJms6kgFC7
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:27 PM EDT
A3: I think a challenge is 'where do we teach it / where does it fit?' Is it part of the computer curriculum, math, etc
#edtechbridge
Todd_Lash
Mar 23 @ 7:29 PM EDT
Depends on how you r using coding. CS goal (basic understanding of conditionals) or core subject goal (math )
@katyamuses
#EdTechBridge
AlexVKluge
Mar 23 @ 7:29 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
I think it should be mixed into almost every topic, but people love their silos.
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:29 PM EDT
@akashcoolman123
really? is it the type of coding environment? I think gradual move from visual coding to hard coding is imp
#edtechbridge
raspberryberet3
Mar 23 @ 7:29 PM EDT
@BcCotter
@OZOBOT
loved playing w/ it as an adult lol :)
#EdTechBridge
minnie0672
Mar 23 @ 7:29 PM EDT
PD is definitely difficult and if it's not ongoing there is a further issue
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/6grw5QswXQ
AlexVKluge
Mar 23 @ 7:27 PM EDT
A3 Professional development for the teachers, and fitting it into the curriculum while still meeting requirements.
#EdTechBridge
dmp_gctc
Mar 23 @ 7:29 PM EDT
A2:
@codehs
&
@MITAppInventor
successful because they run in the browser - IT Department does not need to install
#edTechBridge
lavadragon0986
Mar 23 @ 7:29 PM EDT
#EdTechBridge
@mr_isaacs
Yeah, code literacy would be an issue. However, we could teach that by having students learn multiple things @ once
JulianMiller
Mar 23 @ 7:30 PM EDT
A3: "coding" is a tool. It can and should be applied in many situations. Ask Ss how they'd teach a robot to make toast
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 23 @ 7:30 PM EDT
@minnie0672
Really good point. Since most Ts are learning coding/robotics too, PD cant be one and done
#edtechbridge
ShanaVWhite
Mar 23 @ 7:30 PM EDT
A3: Teacher buy in is huge. Help your Ts see value in CS and coding in general. I know
@NicolRHoward
has a coding club for Ts
#edtechbridge
BcCotter
Mar 23 @ 7:31 PM EDT
@minnie0672
I had to create curriculum for comp Sci Prek so as to allow for successful progression to K and beyond.
#EdTechBridge
dmp_gctc
Mar 23 @ 7:31 PM EDT
A2:
@MITAppInventor
successful instruction thru text - videos - examples & gallery of apps created by Ss
#EdTechBridge
akashcoolman123
Mar 23 @ 7:31 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
in the end I think it depends on the student, if they are interested or not,mean those who don't understand fear
#Edtechbridge
ShanaVWhite
Mar 23 @ 7:31 PM EDT
Sorry I'm late, finishing up my work out. Shana from Atlanta. Great topic
@mr_isaacs
๐
#edtechbridge
MathFlashcards
Mar 23 @ 7:32 PM EDT
Sphero | Connected Entertainment Robots
https://t.co/R2Q6gj6pg5
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/OAj16EIzCK
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:32 PM EDT
Q4:How can students be designers while learning to code or learning robotics?
#edtechbridge
akashcoolman123
Mar 23 @ 7:32 PM EDT
@nathan_stevens
Mr.Stevens welcome back!
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:32 PM EDT
@wgrantsmith
agreed - computer teachers could/should move away from teaching software and move to coding IMO
#edtechbridge
lavadragon0986
Mar 23 @ 7:32 PM EDT
#EdTechBridge
A3 We could replace integrate programming into elementary computer classes without much issue.
AlexVKluge
Mar 23 @ 7:32 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
@Rdene915
@DavidBillikopf
@MrPalumboDHS
@allcancode
An actual robot, on Mars!
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/qS0SnEzXaI
robbiestells
Mar 23 @ 7:32 PM EDT
Coding is prevalent in nearly everything today. Shouldn't be too difficult to relate it to other lessons/standards
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 23 @ 7:32 PM EDT
Q4 in the house!
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/PJGca3y1vm
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:32 PM EDT
Q4:How can students be designers while learning to code or learning robotics?
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:33 PM EDT
@wgrantsmith
we have a great cycle and elective program that includes robotics, game design, programming - grades 7/8
#edtechbridge
WillcottJulie
Mar 23 @ 7:33 PM EDT
@BcCotter
@raspberryberet3
I get great response from Ts, esp. those new to coding, with
@OZOBOT
.
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/lcKnDNYz6j
JulianMiller
Mar 23 @ 7:33 PM EDT
A4: Leaning in inquiry-first. If the questions come from students, the work will flow naturally in that direction.
#edtechbridge
akashcoolman123
Mar 23 @ 7:33 PM EDT
#edtechbridge
how most students imagine coding for the first time seeing it
https://t.co/VPjWU4YvLN
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:33 PM EDT
A4: design should be integral part of the process. I like to follow a watch it / recreate it / mod it / design your own model
#edtechbridge
robbiestells
Mar 23 @ 7:34 PM EDT
A4: teach Ss the whole design process (font end) as well as entrepreneurial elements of tech startups
#edtechbridge
CGedtech
Mar 23 @ 7:34 PM EDT
A2: Now that you can blockly code with
@OZOBOT
I find them really worth it for the younger students.
#edtechbridge
LucyKosturko
Mar 23 @ 7:34 PM EDT
A4: designing their own obstacle courses shows they understand the limitations and constraints of programming a robot
#EdTechBridge
wgrantsmith
Mar 23 @ 7:34 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
Totally agree, AESD retrained all their "Tech" teachers to teach coding a couple years ago:
https://t.co/wKLiQr2Abk
#EdTechBridge
raspberryberet3
Mar 23 @ 7:34 PM EDT
A4: link it to curriculum; what is a big idea & driving Q you can ask leading to personalized learning& problem to solve?
#edtechbridge
nogginfuel
Mar 23 @ 7:34 PM EDT
A4. Experimentation & documenting their process.
#EdTechBridge
@mr_isaacs
nathan_stevens
Mar 23 @ 7:34 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
A3 for me it is not as much learning coding as it is learning how to problem solve
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/x8Xao6y1xX
robbiestells
Mar 23 @ 7:34 PM EDT
More schools/districts need to adopt computer science into their curriculum
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/vK66ceeb0r
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:33 PM EDT
@wgrantsmith
we have a great cycle and elective program that includes robotics, game design, programming - grades 7/8
#edtechbridge
nathan_stevens
Mar 23 @ 7:34 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
A3 the getting started phase. Once we are in, students are rolling
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/5JQsdAn9wp
Rdene915
Mar 23 @ 7:34 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
#edtechbridge
A4 create something to house the robot,my class uses
@birdbraintech
to build robot w/culture and programs,creative!
ohcanadatweet
Mar 23 @ 7:35 PM EDT
#EdTechBridge
saw an awesome #360 of this rover in African desert for its trails before it went 2 Mars
@AlexVKluge
https://t.co/BFqGheiBO9
AlexVKluge
Mar 23 @ 7:32 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
@Rdene915
@DavidBillikopf
@MrPalumboDHS
@allcancode
An actual robot, on Mars!
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/qS0SnEzXaI
akashcoolman123
Mar 23 @ 7:35 PM EDT
#edtechbridge
A4: Robots don't have to be bland take everything including different topics to make that robot fab
https://t.co/ssSevfKBLc
minnie0672
Mar 23 @ 7:35 PM EDT
A4 I completely agree with
@robbiestells
get the students involved from the beginning
#EdTechBridge
raspberryberet3
Mar 23 @ 7:35 PM EDT
A4: design process allows Ss to learn to fail, re-design, experiment, & persevere
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:35 PM EDT
Yes - a true studio model! (what I strive for)
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/9cAgKiqe1q
robbiestells
Mar 23 @ 7:34 PM EDT
A4: teach Ss the whole design process (font end) as well as entrepreneurial elements of tech startups
#edtechbridge
nathan_stevens
Mar 23 @ 7:35 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
A4 design open ended projects or design activities where they need to create a part
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/6fLuCYkmZT
lavadragon0986
Mar 23 @ 7:36 PM EDT
#EdTechBridge
I think I am experiencing heavy lag. The price of not charging my phone
BcCotter
Mar 23 @ 7:36 PM EDT
A4. Provide problematic scenarios/tasks. Make them realistic & "everydayish" or practical. Have them tweak existing ones :-)
#EdTechBridge
MrPoynter
Mar 23 @ 7:36 PM EDT
A3: Learning it. It's like learning a 2nd language! I've been documenting my progress here:
@MrPoyntersPi
#edtechbridge
AlexVKluge
Mar 23 @ 7:36 PM EDT
A4 This is a confusing question. Software engineering is all about creativity it must be an intrinsic part of the program.
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:36 PM EDT
@nathan_stevens
for sure! nice to see you btw. Have you met my student
@akashcoolman123
- you and he would get along famoulsy
#edtechbridge
dmp_gctc
Mar 23 @ 7:36 PM EDT
A3: Challenges -keeping up with tech -learning how 2 use software & hardware -creating projects
#EdTechBridge
raspberryberet3
Mar 23 @ 7:36 PM EDT
A4: design process also great for self-reflection, assessment as learning, & peer assessment
#edtechbridge
nathan_stevens
Mar 23 @ 7:36 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
@akashcoolman123
I am cool with most peeps. I like his tweets
#edtechbridge
AlexVKluge
Mar 23 @ 7:37 PM EDT
A4 Provided task or goal driven discussions and projects, not detailed prescriptions.
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:37 PM EDT
A4: Coding is mostly a function of copying code until the kids are involved in entire design process and making it relevant
#edtechbridge
spaul6414
Mar 23 @ 7:37 PM EDT
@wgrantsmith
@mr_isaacs
@educationweek
Totally agree they should be separate courses. Not software driven.
#edtechbridge
akashcoolman123
Mar 23 @ 7:37 PM EDT
#edtechbridge
what do you think
@lavadragon0986
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:37 PM EDT
@spaul6414
@wgrantsmith
@educationweek
Hey sandi! nice to see you :)
#edtechbridge
nathan_stevens
Mar 23 @ 7:38 PM EDT
@katyamuses
@mr_isaacs
we are currently learning how to built homemade quad copters
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/B3hoPDImfW
spaul6414
Mar 23 @ 7:38 PM EDT
Sorry I am late. Sandi from NJ. Previous CS teachers. Believer in coding for kids.
#edtechbridge
Q_i_a_n_a
Mar 23 @ 7:38 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
@OZOBOT
@Sphero
send me one too! :)
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:38 PM EDT
@AlexVKluge
I certainly agree. I think the question is opening up thought beyond 'teaching coding' for coding sake
#edtechbridge
jpcostume
Mar 23 @ 7:39 PM EDT
#DinahDeservesTheWorld
,
#EdTechBridge
, Tanaka , Joe Garagiola ,
#WeddingFail
,
#denverblizzard
,
#WeStandWithZoe
MrPoynter
Mar 23 @ 7:39 PM EDT
A4: I think it's less about the writing of code and more about the hacking & tinkering with copy & paste code.
#LearnByFailing
#edtechbridge
nathan_stevens
Mar 23 @ 7:39 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
A4 we are also building underwater robots. Follow
#tde385
for our class updates
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/Yt1PrcRUgx
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:39 PM EDT
@nathan_stevens
@katyamuses
that is beyond awesome. We should set up a skype session between classes some time so much awesome
#edtechbridge
dmp_gctc
Mar 23 @ 7:39 PM EDT
A4: Projects & Mods created & planned by students
#edtechBridge
robbiestells
Mar 23 @ 7:39 PM EDT
I'll be working on trying to do something like this in Hartford
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/BkEW9J5b5K
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:35 PM EDT
Yes - a true studio model! (what I strive for)
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/9cAgKiqe1q
robbiestells
Mar 23 @ 7:34 PM EDT
A4: teach Ss the whole design process (font end) as well as entrepreneurial elements of tech startups
#edtechbridge
TTMobile_us
Mar 23 @ 7:39 PM EDT
#EdTechBridge
is now trending in USA, ranking 49
kerszi
Mar 23 @ 7:39 PM EDT
I'm late, too, but I made it for once! Kathi from NJ here, an elem tech teacher. Hi all!
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:39 PM EDT
@robbiestells
pick my brain anytime - it's such a great learning environment
#edtechbridge
MathFlashcards
Mar 23 @ 7:40 PM EDT
Rob Steller on Twitter
https://t.co/Wykvfhopf4
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/8XnfnS2rtt
Q_i_a_n_a
Mar 23 @ 7:40 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
@nogginfuel
@LEGOMindstormsN
@littleBits
@iRobot
another good one is
@kithub
!!
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:40 PM EDT
@kerszi
YAY! Hey buddy!
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:40 PM EDT
Q5: When it comes to coding, how can we work within the confines of class schedule to create meaningful experiences?
#edtechbridge
akashcoolman123
Mar 23 @ 7:40 PM EDT
@MrPoynter
but to hack one must learn to code
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:40 PM EDT
@Q_i_a_n_a
@nogginfuel
@LEGOMindstormsN
@littleBits
@iRobot
@kithub
Hey Qiana!
#edtechbridge
nathan_stevens
Mar 23 @ 7:40 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
@katyamuses
my college students are in class st 8:30. We need to gho because I HATE skype
#edtechbridge
edubabbIe
Mar 23 @ 7:40 PM EDT
These are generally founded and sponsored studies related to each individual's learning.
#edtechbridge
lavadragon0986
Mar 23 @ 7:40 PM EDT
#Fighthelag
#Edtechbridge
https://t.co/vg9hOY5mSv
CGedtech
Mar 23 @ 7:40 PM EDT
A3: Making the learning more meaningful than just doing it because "it is a tech class" is a huge challenge; I still struggle.
#edtechbridge
akashcoolman123
Mar 23 @ 7:40 PM EDT
#edtechbridge
yes and do it on Friday so I have a suit on!
https://t.co/8e7ISt1NiK
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:39 PM EDT
@nathan_stevens
@katyamuses
that is beyond awesome. We should set up a skype session between classes some time so much awesome
#edtechbridge
kerszi
Mar 23 @ 7:40 PM EDT
@nathan_stevens
@mr_isaacs
Wow! That's pretty dang amazing!
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:41 PM EDT
@Q_i_a_n_a
@nogginfuel
@LEGOMindstormsN
@littleBits
@iRobot
@kithub
check out Kithub on facebook
https://t.co/egB8SEYhO4
#edtechbridge
lppnupb
Mar 23 @ 7:41 PM EDT
Increase Your foIIowersโ
https://t.co/XQgGqBfuHe
#EdTechBridge
#ICFJLatam
Joe Garagiola Alex Rodriguez
#WednesdayWisdom
katyamuses
Mar 23 @ 7:41 PM EDT
@kerszi
welcome!
#edtechbridge
spaul6414
Mar 23 @ 7:41 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
@wgrantsmith
@educationweek
I planned to be here because this is a major interest for me. Time got away from me!
#edtechbridge
dmp_gctc
Mar 23 @ 7:41 PM EDT
A4: Students use
@MITAppInventor
to design & code apps that run on
@googlenexus
tablets
#EdTechBridge
nathan_stevens
Mar 23 @ 7:41 PM EDT
@LucyKosturko
we had students build courses from objects in classroom
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/nSsvtkEL6B
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:41 PM EDT
@CGedtech
bring student passion into the mix and it will be relevant for sure! game design speaks well to that :)
#edtechbridge
Q_i_a_n_a
Mar 23 @ 7:42 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
@nogginfuel
@LEGOMindstormsN
@littleBits
@iRobot
@kithub
hey friend!
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:42 PM EDT
@akashcoolman123
hah - good idea :) that and
@mysteryskype
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 23 @ 7:42 PM EDT
Q5 here!
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/EDEuxqPIhU
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:40 PM EDT
Q5: When it comes to coding, how can we work within the confines of class schedule to create meaningful experiences?
#edtechbridge
LucyKosturko
Mar 23 @ 7:42 PM EDT
@nathan_stevens
that's great! Watching Ss refine their course is just as valuable as the coding component
#edtechbridge
nogginfuel
Mar 23 @ 7:42 PM EDT
A5. Code a form print it out & fill it in. Code a calculator then do math
#EdTechBridge
#humor
@mr_isaacs
akashcoolman123
Mar 23 @ 7:42 PM EDT
#edtechbridge
A5: well if one has to code they need patience a good teacher, and a lot of jazz music to properly learn not memorize coding
AlexVKluge
Mar 23 @ 7:43 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
I like the application of computers & software in multiple disciplines. Not just in a coding class.
#EdTechBridge
raspberryberet3
Mar 23 @ 7:43 PM EDT
A5: need to make cross-curricular links & develop important skills such as problem solving, collaboration, reasoning etc...
#edtechbridge
spaul6414
Mar 23 @ 7:43 PM EDT
@CGedtech
Relate it to what they know. They all use cellphones, watch TV, play electronic games and use the Internet.
#edtechbridge
Rdene915
Mar 23 @ 7:43 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
#EdTechBridge
A5 Do best we can, teach abt process, tinkering, ongoing learning, share exper, maybe Ss will want to come in more
katyamuses
Mar 23 @ 7:43 PM EDT
A5- keep our learning goals specific focused and quick to approach/achieve
#edtechbridge
AlexVKluge
Mar 23 @ 7:44 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
Math & visualization, Art & visualization, History & visualization, hmmm, do I detect a trend here?
#EdTechBridge
CREATOMbuilder
Mar 23 @ 7:44 PM EDT
A5. Provide access to the technology during out of class hours (recess & study hall) let S's work on their own.
#edtechbridge
minnie0672
Mar 23 @ 7:44 PM EDT
Love this idea!
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/kcN9Rm16ak
nogginfuel
Mar 23 @ 7:42 PM EDT
A5. Code a form print it out & fill it in. Code a calculator then do math
#EdTechBridge
#humor
@mr_isaacs
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:44 PM EDT
A5: important to teach time management and have students set daily goals
#edtechbridge
WillcottJulie
Mar 23 @ 7:44 PM EDT
@Rdene915
@mr_isaacs
Motivated students will also get to work faster when they get to class.
#EdTechBridge
eduappsandmore
Mar 23 @ 7:44 PM EDT
A5 I had to go outside the schedule and have an after school coding club. My P will try to give me a class for it next year
#edtechbridge
nathan_stevens
Mar 23 @ 7:44 PM EDT
@katyamuses
@mr_isaacs
A5 Hunan body coding for anything
#EdTechBridge
nogginfuel
Mar 23 @ 7:44 PM EDT
@minnie0672
@mr_isaacs
thanks ๐
#EdTechBridge
spaul6414
Mar 23 @ 7:44 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
@nathan_stevens
@katyamuses
Me, me, me! Can you include by programming classes?
#edtechbridge
CGedtech
Mar 23 @ 7:45 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
I agree! I do a game design unit with 5th grade. Part of it we code our games in
@koduGameLab
#edtechbridge
nathan_stevens
Mar 23 @ 7:45 PM EDT
@LucyKosturko
here is
@Sphero
going through the course
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/4tioZZECB4
kerszi
Mar 23 @ 7:45 PM EDT
A5: I struggle with this. I'm the computer teacher & have been told not to teach it! Grrrrr....
#edtechbridge
BcCotter
Mar 23 @ 7:45 PM EDT
@katyamuses
A5. "HOLISTIC" CODING Coding is not just tech. It is Life. It is & can be/should be integrated w/ core curriculum
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:45 PM EDT
A5: I am fortunate in that my students have class every day and kids are often motivated to continue at home (not assigned)
#edtechbridge
minnie0672
Mar 23 @ 7:45 PM EDT
A5 - embed coding into math lessons - have a center for coding in math -
#EdTechBridge
cvarsalona
Mar 23 @ 7:45 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
@katyamuses
Sorry, I was planning to join in
#EdTechBridge
but am having big technical issues with my iMac.
nathan_stevens
Mar 23 @ 7:46 PM EDT
A5 code the movement of the Oregon trail
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/j61JmBndW5
robbiestells
Mar 23 @ 7:46 PM EDT
A5: Good way to teach product development cycles and agile process. Break up larger projects into small coding chunks
#edtechbridge
dmp_gctc
Mar 23 @ 7:46 PM EDT
A5: Ss build
#Minecraft
models -learn 2 work thru collaboration -learn Boolean Algebra & logic building & using redstone
#edtechbridge
kerszi
Mar 23 @ 7:46 PM EDT
@eduappsandmore
That's what I had to do, also. It's tough.
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:46 PM EDT
Did you know we have a facebook page?
https://t.co/qPiOafd1vg
and slack channel?
#edtechbridge
eduappsandmore
Mar 23 @ 7:46 PM EDT
A5 and we had our first โmini coderโ join today, 6 years old and he comes to the middle school for the club
#edtechbridge
#coding
katyamuses
Mar 23 @ 7:46 PM EDT
@kerszi
whoa.. Why?
#EdTechBridge
spaul6414
Mar 23 @ 7:46 PM EDT
@Q_i_a_n_a
@mr_isaacs
@OZOBOT
@Sphero
I bought a Sphero for myself just to have some fun! Drives the cat crazy!
#edtechbridge
LucyKosturko
Mar 23 @ 7:46 PM EDT
@nathan_stevens
what app are you using to program
@sphero
?
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:46 PM EDT
A5: working / coding in
#minecraft
is great because kids definitely continue to work outside of class :)
#edtechbridge
Q_i_a_n_a
Mar 23 @ 7:46 PM EDT
A5: perhaps lessons from perceptual learning. Breaking it down in little bits building by scaffolding. Connect to their lives.
#edtechbridge
robbiestells
Mar 23 @ 7:47 PM EDT
Getting students access to IDEs and coding programs outside of school is huge
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/TOdaTRVgb2
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:45 PM EDT
A5: I am fortunate in that my students have class every day and kids are often motivated to continue at home (not assigned)
#edtechbridge
ohcanadatweet
Mar 23 @ 7:47 PM EDT
A5 any specific lesson goals out there that support standards?
#EdTechBridge
nathan_stevens
Mar 23 @ 7:47 PM EDT
Code your day in the classroom by figuring about their movement
#EdTechBridge
kerszi
Mar 23 @ 7:47 PM EDT
@CGedtech
@mr_isaacs
@koduGameLab
That's what I want- at least approval 2 teach a UNIT of some coding for each grade level.
#EdTechBridge
ohcanadatweet
Mar 23 @ 7:47 PM EDT
@minnie0672
could you share your examples, I love the idea!
#EdTechBridge
eduappsandmore
Mar 23 @ 7:48 PM EDT
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/Q2mITwJh2R
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:48 PM EDT
Q6:What is the best way to integrate robotics into school/structured learning time?
#edtechbridge
akashcoolman123
Mar 23 @ 7:48 PM EDT
#edtechbridge
dang caught me red handed
https://t.co/C4xCQNZsxW
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:46 PM EDT
A5: working / coding in
#minecraft
is great because kids definitely continue to work outside of class :)
#edtechbridge
nathan_stevens
Mar 23 @ 7:48 PM EDT
@LucyKosturko
@Sphero
we use
@tickleapp
but you can also use
@gotynker
app
#EdTechBridge
JAVIERJavier51
Mar 23 @ 7:48 PM EDT
dmp_gctc adafruit arduino Raspberry_Pi I love wearable tech.
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/culsdoHz9C
bobby__dodd
Mar 23 @ 7:48 PM EDT
Keep the PD going & Join
#ohedchat
at 9 PM (EST) to discuss recharging your school year.
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/aXLT3Cim58
kerszi
Mar 23 @ 7:49 PM EDT
@katyamuses
Supervisor said stick to NJ Standard 8.1. Keyboarding, word processing, dig cit, presentations...the basics.
#EdTechBridge
WillcottJulie
Mar 23 @ 7:49 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
A6. Start them young.
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/in8HuR1hhY
spaul6414
Mar 23 @ 7:49 PM EDT
@BcCotter
@katyamuses
Totally agree! It's really Logic! Higher order thinking for Ss.
#edtechbridge
coding should be done at all grades.
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:49 PM EDT
@spaul6414
@nathan_stevens
@katyamuses
sure!
#edtechbridge
AlexVKluge
Mar 23 @ 7:49 PM EDT
@robbiestells
All the big professional IDEs are free or have free versions.
#EdTechBridge
kerszi
Mar 23 @ 7:50 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
@CGedtech
@koduGameLab
I'm plugging away. Masking slow changes. Fighting the good fight!
#EdTechBridge
nickmhc
Mar 23 @ 7:50 PM EDT
I read
@codehs
as "coders" in a
#Boston
#accent
in my head
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/dyAFcTsOk8
dmp_gctc
Mar 23 @ 7:28 PM EDT
A2:
@codehs
successful because it starts with simple programs and becomes more difficult
#edtechbridge
ohcanadatweet
Mar 23 @ 7:50 PM EDT
A6 collaborate w/ other Ts, see how the ELA, Math, SS teacher could integrate learning goals 2 support standards
#EdTechBridge
akashcoolman123
Mar 23 @ 7:50 PM EDT
#edtechbridge
A6: well robotics requires math and some elements of science, for example how the angles change and if there is a pattern
robbiestells
Mar 23 @ 7:50 PM EDT
For sure! Tons of free online documentation and videos to learn on your own as well
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/YKSbgFCAfR
AlexVKluge
Mar 23 @ 7:49 PM EDT
@robbiestells
All the big professional IDEs are free or have free versions.
#EdTechBridge
Q_i_a_n_a
Mar 23 @ 7:51 PM EDT
Lack of Access leads to significant misunderstanding around interest and motivation. Equity matters & we can't overlook facts
#edtechbridge
spaul6414
Mar 23 @ 7:51 PM EDT
@nathan_stevens
Just spoke to my Social Studies tchr abt playing Oregon Trail in clsrm. Told him abt the coding aspects.
#edtechbridge
VisionsByVicky
Mar 23 @ 7:51 PM EDT
A6: Explore a curricular topic. For example, use Spheros to learn about relationship or time & speed to distance.
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:51 PM EDT
#edtechbridge
via
@participatelrn
- great chat environment with curated transcript and resources
https://t.co/E9lNLqaRBp
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:51 PM EDT
#edtechbridge
via
@participatelrn
- great chat environment with curated transcript and resources
https://t.co/eWk3QJd9Tm
spaul6414
Mar 23 @ 7:51 PM EDT
@kerszi
@Q_i_a_n_a
@mr_isaacs
@OZOBOT
@Sphero
She is very forgivening!
#edtechbridge
ohcanadatweet
Mar 23 @ 7:52 PM EDT
@minnie0672
nice!! If you can, would love be to see pics/ lesson ideas. I love the stations ideas!!
#EdTechBridge
BcCotter
Mar 23 @ 7:52 PM EDT
A6. My fave, school and community based
#makerspaces
Get Ps, Ts, Ss Admin, businesses involved. It's + than tech class
#EdTechBridge
AlexVKluge
Mar 23 @ 7:52 PM EDT
@robbiestells
NetBeans
https://t.co/xzCfZksYtY
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:52 PM EDT
A6: We have robotics classes so that allows for it in structured learning time for sure
#edtechbridge
WillcottJulie
Mar 23 @ 7:53 PM EDT
@VisionsByVicky
So many ways to integrate
@SpheroEdu
into the classroom.
https://t.co/jS3X5x7fSx
#EdTechBridge
spaul6414
Mar 23 @ 7:53 PM EDT
@akashcoolman123
Totally STEM!
#edtechbridge
kerszi
Mar 23 @ 7:53 PM EDT
Sing it, sista! Not just during the
#HourOfCode
๐๐ผ๐๐ผ๐๐ผ
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/LHPJiMF7ho
spaul6414
Mar 23 @ 7:49 PM EDT
@BcCotter
@katyamuses
Totally agree! It's really Logic! Higher order thinking for Ss.
#edtechbridge
coding should be done at all grades.
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:53 PM EDT
A6: I think when we consider using robots to solve problems we find more opportunities to integrate in all curricular areas
#edtechbridge
AlexVKluge
Mar 23 @ 7:53 PM EDT
@robbiestells
Eclipse
https://t.co/uy7gH6w03x
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:53 PM EDT
A6: not such a fan of the idea of structured learning time - maybe we need to change the time for learning model
#edtechbridge
ddchirinos
Mar 23 @ 7:54 PM EDT
Increase Your foIIowersโ Curt Schilling
#AkaiGurley
#AztecWarfare2
Linda Burnham
#EdTechBridge
#travelbuf
#Entrepalooza16
Rueben Randle
robbiestells
Mar 23 @ 7:54 PM EDT
@AlexVKluge
I'm pretty sure Xamarin has a free (or cheap) education edition
#edtechbridge
katekor11
Mar 23 @ 7:54 PM EDT
Students combat haters and trolls. Would love your feedback. TY!
https://t.co/Oe2Xy57t9g
#reflectiveteacher
#dojochat
#edtechbridge
#digcit
LucyKosturko
Mar 23 @ 7:54 PM EDT
@nathan_stevens
you can read about it here:
https://t.co/64R85RSr0C
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/Hwkc6KGERW
Todd_Lash
Mar 23 @ 7:55 PM EDT
Friends at
#EdTechBridge
keep talking coding! The
#csk8
chat begins at 8EST. We are talking Math and CS. Join us!
spaul6414
Mar 23 @ 7:55 PM EDT
Was trying to work on grant for Sp Ed using a Nao for Autistic Ss but have Comp Sci classes wite the code
#edtechbridge
dmp_gctc
Mar 23 @ 7:55 PM EDT
A6:
#gameDesign
& coding work well together -robotics allows students to test coding skills
#edtechbridge
minnie0672
Mar 23 @ 7:55 PM EDT
Couldn't agree more!!!!
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/fQSKN2QHvR
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:53 PM EDT
A6: not such a fan of the idea of structured learning time - maybe we need to change the time for learning model
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:55 PM EDT
@ShanaVWhite
Thanks for joining us!
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 23 @ 7:55 PM EDT
Spent most of tonight's chat retweeting. It's hard to tweet with the baby on your lap
#edtechbridge
CREATOMbuilder
Mar 23 @ 7:55 PM EDT
What if robots were used to test out our ideas rather than solving them for us?
#edtechbridge
.
@mr_isaacs
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:56 PM EDT
Q7: Outro : Let's close with an outro - name / location / role / ideas for future
#edtechbridge
chats.
akashcoolman123
Mar 23 @ 7:56 PM EDT
#edtechbridge
it's all about that knowledge at the end of the day
https://t.co/YvGYvB5wbl
spaul6414
Mar 23 @ 7:56 PM EDT
The logic behind coding is important for every Ss. Algorithms and seeing the results of their code.
#edtechbridge
gailrm10
Mar 23 @ 7:57 PM EDT
Design Thinking Webinar Starting in 3 minutes!
#edchat
#designthinking
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/mmB17J7YtA
https://t.co/qR952ULTBs
EdTechTeacher21
Mar 23 @ 7:00 PM EDT
In one hour! Design Thinking in the Classroom. Don't miss examples, strategies, and more!
https://t.co/mmdYnM5qKl
https://t.co/mmdYnM5qKl
akashcoolman123
Mar 23 @ 7:57 PM EDT
#edtechbridge
Akash man of coolness, WAMS middle school, a student with knowledge, and a world with more coding/robot knowledge
katyamuses
Mar 23 @ 7:57 PM EDT
Great chat, all! Have to sign off a few min early. Goodnight!
#edtechbridge
robbiestells
Mar 23 @ 7:57 PM EDT
Yes!
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/KE2ZoIVHga
spaul6414
Mar 23 @ 7:56 PM EDT
The logic behind coding is important for every Ss. Algorithms and seeing the results of their code.
#edtechbridge
CGedtech
Mar 23 @ 7:57 PM EDT
A6: I think Sphere is perfect for covering a lot of concepts such as time/distance, measurement and more.
#edtechbridge
BcCotter
Mar 23 @ 7:57 PM EDT
We (USA) are still lagging in
#STEAM
bec/e we've taken out the FUN in learning.
#coding
can bring that fun back. Integrate.
#EdTechBridge
Q_i_a_n_a
Mar 23 @ 7:57 PM EDT
@katyamuses
we still love you! Elevating others voice is just as valuable.
#EdTechBridge
kerszi
Mar 23 @ 7:57 PM EDT
@spaul6414
...and the debugging! (Problem solving) That's my favorite part!
#EdTechBridge
๐ค
LucyKosturko
Mar 23 @ 7:57 PM EDT
If you live in or around the RDU area:
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/3ITcvyLsqt
SASeducator
Mar 22 @ 8:00 PM EDT
BIG NEWS: Application now open for our Summer Teacher Institute!
#edchat
@wcpss
@STEM_WCPSS
https://t.co/JWSPomqlkB
https://t.co/LNRqHExGM4
CREATOMbuilder
Mar 23 @ 7:58 PM EDT
Kathy Fritz
#designthinking
coach and ed tech founder living in
#Savannah
but rocking it in
#Atlanta
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:58 PM EDT
Join
@lucasgillispie
@RafranzDavis
@bronst
& I Sun 7p ET for
@TeacherCast
podcast
#minecraft
in edu
https://t.co/D3RT6O06yK
#edtechbridge
akashcoolman123
Mar 23 @ 7:58 PM EDT
#edtechbridge
everyone do the robot
https://t.co/XmuMTEpIKa
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:58 PM EDT
Geez time is running out!
#edtechbridge
CGedtech
Mar 23 @ 7:58 PM EDT
A6: If two Spheroz are headed towards each other at x speed.... :)
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:59 PM EDT
Outro: Steve from NJ - I support students as they create video games
#ilovemyjob
future chat - more coding and robotics!
#edtechbridge
nickmhc
Mar 23 @ 7:59 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
if anyone in
#NYC
wants to use the 450 person EDU innovators Meetup I claimed to hold
#EdTechBridge
in person, let me know
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:59 PM EDT
@nickmhc
when and where? sounds great!
#edtechbridge