#ksedchat Archive
 
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Monday September 19, 2016    9:00 PM EDT
 
 
 
 
We invite all our fellow teachers to stay connected w/ PLN! Lead On! Lead Up!      
 
 
 
. is talking abt POWER of  to talk w/thought ldrs to push his thinking. There are  gps in KS! :)  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Welcome Kansas Ed Chat community to tonight's ! Please start off by introducing yourself! Don't forget to… https://t.co/p7iBbBCoF1  
 
 
 
Pumped for  tonight! WELCOME  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Hello ! I'm Taleen from Epic! and thrilled to be here. I run the Master Teacher community at Epic! & wear many other hats... (1/2) 
 
 
 
 
 
Epic! is an all-you-can-read eBook library for kids 12 and under, with over 15,000 books, and is completely FREE to schools  (2/2) 
 
 
 
 
 
4th grade teacher out in Dodge City here!  
 
 
 
 
 
I'm Faith. I teach elementary entertainment technology in Huntsville, AL.  
 
 
 
 
 
 Thank you so much Amanda! Excited to be asking questions on  tonight! 
 
 
 
 
 
Carmen from McPherson! I teach 5th and I am so glad  is here!   
 
 
 
 
 
Hello! BoardOnTrack checking in. We help  boards and are passionate about improving our nation's !  
 
 
 
 
 
Hello! Michelle from Turner here! Looking forward to a great chat tonight.  
 
 
 
 
 
2nd/3rd grade combination classroom teacher from USD#403 Otis-Bison   
 
 
 
 
 
Hey ! Julie, HSELA & K-12 Tech Integration/1:1 iPads. Excited to chat with  tonight! 
 
 
 
 
 
Ashleigh Vieyra, 3rd grade- Kansas! Excited to learn more about an app I already love   
 
 
 
 
 
Hi !  Kara, HS Science teacher in SW KS.  :) 
 
 
 
 
 
I'm Rachel from Hesston- 4th grade. Excited to learn more about Epic books!   
 
 
 
 
 
Welcome  I'm Nick from Towanda!  I teach 6th Grade Math and Science!  
 
 
 
 
 
Tracy Rampy PSU College of ED-good  evening to all  
 
 
 
 
 
I'm Monica I teach 6th grade ELA in KCK.  
 
 
 
 
 
 We are too, Michelle! It is our first time joining  but we are excited to learn from everyone. 
 
 
 
 
 
Hello! A tired Jill checking in tonight. I teach 7-8 Soc Stud at Cheney!  
 
 
 
 
 
Erika Cooper 2nd grade teacher from Shawnee! Happy to be back after missing a few chats 😊  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
I'm Deb from De Soto & I teach 5 th grade.   
 
 
 
 
 
Katie Perez, education consultant . I've been MIA the past couple of . Missed you all! 
 
 
 
 
 
 Awesome! I'll be testing them out on Friday with 7th graders. I love great ideas from other Ts!  
 
 
 
 
 
 
Hello Faith! So glad you're here!   
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
So excited. I just found out I was accepted to   and learn from and with amazing KS teachers  
 
 
 
 
 
Hello this is Melissa from Katy TX  
 
 
 
 
 
Jason from Buhler, HS ELA. Dropping in as I can with the best in Kansas.  
 
 
 
Always enjoy your presence and genius, !  
 
 
 
 
 
Congratulations, Deb Martin!   https://t.co/em5gQVJDfv  
 
 
 
 
 
So excited. I just found out I was accepted to   and learn from and with amazing KS teachers  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Jason Kohls is in the houuuuuse!! :)  https://t.co/lKOlrcG8bS  
 
 
 
 
 
Jason from Buhler, HS ELA. Dropping in as I can with the best in Kansas.  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Hello! Maria Morin from West Broadway MS in Prov, RI. Saw  on  and had to jump in! 
 
 
 
 
 
Happy Monday evening to everyone! Abby Morgan, instructional coach in Overland Park!  Excited for the collaboration  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Justin Coffey from Dodge City High School dropping in to learn more about literacy tonight!  
 
 
 
 
 
Megan 1st grade teacher from Ness City. Excited to be here tonight!  
 
 
 
Abby Morgan!! Excited to see you!  https://t.co/tPzPULkTqz  
 
 
 
 
 
Happy Monday evening to everyone! Abby Morgan, instructional coach in Overland Park!  Excited for the collaboration  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Joining late. Tonya, Library Media Specialist, PK-5  
 
 
 
 
 
A1. Love to share my love of reading. Talking about books I'm reading. Reading my faves aloud. Talking about what Ss are reading.  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
A1:  Choices!  Provide literacy choices all over the classroom...digital and paper!   
 
 
 
 
 
 A1 Reading to them children's books to novels. Discussing characters w/ passion to spark interest. Lots o… https://t.co/g3vjDJR0Mc  
 
 
 
 
 
Q1: Near and dear to our hearts here at Epic!. Please see image below for the full question! Excited to hear your t… https://t.co/8wbAjtOWJk  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We are excited to be able to share ideas with you!  
 
 
 
 
 
 
Traci here, teach 1st grade- running late and wrong hash tag  
 
 
 
 
 
A1: Show my enthusiasm, never give up my read aloud time and finding new books to share!  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
A1: Let them CHOOSE what they read! Help them find books that they can't put down. And share your own love of reading!  
 
 
 
 
 
A1 We are really working to give them "sacred time' to read. it is having an effect.   
 
 
 
 
 
A1: Putting books in Ss hands over topics that interest them. Read what they're reading...choice.   
 
 
 
 
 
A1: Find what Ss are passionate about and then find books about their passions.  
 
 
 
 
 
A1: Not something I do w/ my Ss outside my content, but I love to talk books w/ them! Ss love that I love the Harry Potter World!  
 
 
 
 
 
A1- As a former 1st grade teacher- teach them the power of reading & teach them they are readers!  Teach them to love reading!  
 
 
 
 
 
A2-Participate in global read aloud, offer choice, not tie independent reading to a grade or minutes in a calendar. Book talks  
 
 
 
 
 
Eric from Frontenac 7-12 technology  
 
 
 
 
 
 A1 The more you read to children the more they will love reading. Writing stories too. My Ss just wrote c… https://t.co/b4D4ynZe7r  
 
 
 
 
 
Q1: Near and dear to our hearts here at Epic!. Please see image below for the full question! Excited to hear your t… https://t.co/8wbAjtOWJk  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
A1 Read-Alouds!  I will never forget my first grade T reading The Westing Game aloud!  
 
 
 
 
 
A1: We advocate board members use a book club to engage board members. Ts can use same type of engagement technique in classroom.  
 
 
 
 
 
 Just introduced your resource to several teachers last week. They are addicted.  
 
 
 
A1: showing my love for reading and introducing them to as many books as possible, encourage to read what they love !!  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
A1: Have had success w/school common reads, sharing read-alikes. Trying ideas like  this year, abandoning AR/logs.  
 
 
 
 
 
A1 pt2 We also try to talk about what we read in the same way we and kids talk about movies, TV, and music. And relate them.  
 
 
 
 
 
A1: Children can share their favorite stories with the classroom and inspire others to read their favorite stories.   
 
 
 
 
 
Give them opportunities to read for all kinds of purposes.  Read to them, read to each other, read to self!  
 
 
 
 
 
A1) Make reading about imagining, not just inferring   
 
 
 
 
 
A1 Make a personal connection between a book and a S's passion.   
 
 
 
 
 
 Great idea, Meghan! Having them be able to choose gives them more autonomy in their learning.  
 
 
 
 
 
A1: I read to them. Somehow we get away from that in HS, but my Juniors ❤️! They get excited when I pull out the book.  
 
 
 
 
 
A1) I teach HS Algebra, so I'm not the best at this... But I try to share w/ Ss when I teach myself something new from a book  
 
 
 
Yes! Mine r excited to read BFG!  https://t.co/01FK7PKbtV  
 
 
 
 
 
A2-Participate in global read aloud, offer choice, not tie independent reading to a grade or minutes in a calendar. Book talks  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
A1: Giving them choice, exposing and letting them explore different genres often!  
 
 
 
 
 
  I have a sign by my door in the hall listing books I am reading. Ss ask about them & I share with them. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Hi all! Sara from WI - Former 1st grade  loving teacher now K-5 Digital Learning Specialist  
 
 
 
 
 
Volora from Southwest Plains Service Center checking in late but excited to be here.   
 
 
 
 
 
A1:  By the time they get to me, they either love or hate - but I try and encourage love by talking about interesting reads  
 
 
 
 
 
  Yes!!! Choice is key, interest & passion leads to great readers 
 
 
 
 
 
A1 Also sharing about what I am reading!! They love hearing about that!   
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Brian Quick, SMSD. Give them choice, use great novels as focus, not just textbooks. Novels should have emotional impact.   
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
A1: Book talks every morning with reserve lists going constantly!   
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Q1: I know this is off target but read with your kids at home. Best time of our day!  
 
 
 
 
 
 introduce yourself and use the  hashtag. We are on question 1. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
A1 I love all the choices  gives to Ss. Lots of great books to love  
 
 
 
 
 
A1 Part 2: tell the S that if they hate the book, return it and speak with  for the right 📚  
 
 
 
 
 
A1:Let Ss choose their books, don't limit book by leveling all reading, provide time to read for fun & time to talk about reading  
 
 
 
 
 
A1 Sharing great books-thru read aloud or book talks.  Recently shared new books with students this way: https://t.co/5irWVzFxGx  
 
 
 
 
 
A2: I suggest books w/in my content if Ss want. I Wish I had more time in class to read novels that go with our topics as a class  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   Yes. Be flexible you really want them to love reading not to feel forced to read. 
 
 
 
 
 
A2. I encourage Ss to read books they are interested in more than what their reading level is. Keep difficulty in the conversation  
 
 
 
 
 
A1: Share my own love of reading, help Ss learn what a good fit book feels like, have a classroom library with a wide variety  
 
 
 
 
 
A2: Students should spend time with assigned books but should be encouraged by Ts/leaders to explore on their own.  
 
 
 
 
 
A2: Ss should be free to explore books of their choice, it's also important to explore books with Ts and peers.   
 
 
 
 
 
  This is bigger than it sounds. Kids feel they cannot "trade out" and instead just quit.  
 
 
 
A2: I think we need to allow them time to explore, even if they have to read via the pics  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
A2: Explore books on their own!! Thinking of myself as a reader... enjoyed this so much more & I think my Ss do too!  
 
 
 
 
 
A1: read the books that kids are reading, connect with authors via twitter, share Rdg life with Ss.  
 
 
 
A2: Durin guided reading they r reading more "their level" but try not to dictate other times of the day!  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
A2 I am fousing on Good Fit Books this ur! As well as using IPICK to make sure the books are a good fit!    
 
 
 
Will I see you at  Oct 14-15?!   
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  Me too. Being a science teacher. Lots of great science children's books. That is what I read aloud. Brain breaks. 
 
 
 
 
 
Penny Blue Lyons HS.  I asked our library to order some "science" related books from Penguin publishing   
 
 
 
 
 
A2: I think a mixture of both- allowing them the choice to free read, while developing them as readers-   
 
 
 
 
 
A2pt2: bonus points if it's a book they are passionate about AND in their reading level!   
 
 
 
 
 
 Have you been able to connect with any authors via Twitter yet?  
 
 
 
 
 
Yes! It is okay to "abandon" books! I would do this as an adult reader, they can too!  https://t.co/hLHQsu8JTO  
 
 
 
 
 
A1 Part 2: tell the S that if they hate the book, return it and speak with  for the right 📚  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
A2: To ❤️ reading they should have choice and be able to read genres they ❤️. Forcing it on them does not make it better.   
 
 
 
 
 
A1: Reading aloud to my students. Hands down. I used to read to my 5th graders. They hated when I stopped.  
 
 
 
 
 
 What types of books do you most enjoy reading?  
 
 
 
 
 
A2 BALANCE Read for different purposes.  I have Ss set goals with books- books they want to grow into, also need time to explore  
 
 
 
 
 
A2  providing time to find the right book. Choice. I ask Ss questions about interest & try to find books about those. Flexibility. 
 
 
 
 
 
A2 I want them reading what they are interested in 1st. That's why I love the audio option, for S that struggle to access text.  
 
 
 
 
 
A2 I am fox using on strategy groups for reading instruction rather than about the GR book groups! It's been amazing!   
 
 
 
 
 
 yep! We are skyping with one tomorrow! But we tweet them all the time!  
 
 
 
 
 
A2:  Amazing how my feelings chg'd towards this when my son reached 4th gr and loved rdg but resented leveled test restrictions.  
 
 
 
 
 
A2-Small group time is for leveled material. Independent is sacred time to read to self or with a partner.  
 
 
 
 
 
A2: IMO Ss should spend more time exploring interests not rdg level- , need 2 b taught how 2 find bks appropriate 4 their rdg  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 I agree! Encourages Ss to ask peers and family to help them too.  
 
 
 
 
 
A2) A combination of both.  Student choice is essential.  Plus reading is reading!    
 
 
 
 
 
A2: I thinks it's important to have time for both.  
 
 
 
 
 
   Yes! It amazes me how many Ts force them to finish! Why??  
 
 
 
 
 
For independent reading: CHOICE. Leveled have their place in a classroom but should not be attached to them when at the library  
 
 
 
 
 
Love I'm not the only one that feels this way!  https://t.co/SILX2C0hFi  
 
 
 
 
 
A2-Small group time is for leveled material. Independent is sacred time to read to self or with a partner.  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
I have worked at schools w/ levels and w/out.When you take the level away Ss begin to take ownership of their reading  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   Our librarian has a lot of great authors come to book share- local & best selling. Ss love them. 
 
 
 
 
 
A2 On their own WITH guidance! I don't read 30 mins every night. I read books I want to read. Why is it different for them?   
 
 
 
 
 
Been intro'ing  2 Ss all lst wk We talk about how 2 find bks we're intersted in & then open 2 see if it's a good fit  
 
 
 
 
 
A2:  I'm so glad I wasn't restricted to levels when I was a kid.  I read well beyond my age, but I also enjoyed "easy reading"   
 
 
 
 
 
A2: As a student I HATED to be forced to read certain books. I read ALL. THE. TIME. I would refuse to read others as a protest  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 One of our favorite parts about Twitter chats is being able to connect - and empathize - with likeminded people!  
 
 
 
 
 
A2b:  if kids are interested in what they are reading, that is 90% of the battle.  They will want more, and eventually grow  
 
 
 
Yes! I never said no even when my 5th graders wanted to read Pig and Elephant books! They loved them!  https://t.co/MOcwAzUvyi  
 
 
 
 
 
A2:  I'm so glad I wasn't restricted to levels when I was a kid.  I read well beyond my age, but I also enjoyed "easy reading"   
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Hey guys.. go follow  - an awesome 2nd grade T- joining  for the first time! 
 
 
 
 
 
  Can't force levels. I was reading far above my level when I was young. I wanted a choice. 
 
 
 
 
 
Can I get an AMEN!?!?!??!  https://t.co/n7NeRvMraa  
 
 
 
 
 
A2 On their own WITH guidance! I don't read 30 mins every night. I read books I want to read. Why is it different for them?   
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  The first book my children read by themselves- so cool & they are so proud. They chose not me. 
 
 
 
 
 
 I agree, even though I keep going back to the last McCarthy novel bc I feel I owe it to him to finish it!  
 
 
 
 
 
A2: When we read books in class groups I did love many of them I would never have picked, but my reading time should be my choice  
 
 
 
 
 
A2- Also believe Ss will read above their rdg level when rdg bks they have background knowledge about. Why restrict by rdg level?  
 
 
 
 
 
A2: my daughter answered this for me! "I'd rather read my own-hey, this is from  what!" She though that was cool!  
 
 
 
 
 
 you are the one who showed me  first!  
 
 
 
 
 
 We love seeing scholars so involved in their learning!  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  Sometimes we get assigned books but end up loving them. But need both free time to just revel in the magic of words 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Choice definitely helps develop interests and passions. Awesome to see Ss make connections & delve deeper 2 learn more.  
 
 
 
 
 
Hey ! Late to the party and might leave early. Growing a baby + my 3yo + teaching MS + house remodel = 😴 
 
 
 
A3: I search for all the free options I can, I do spend lots of my own money on books tough   
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  My 5yo is hooked on the Mummies read with me   
 
 
 
I'm extremely lucky, but I feel like the more I try to inspire and goose the right book for the right kid, the more books I "need"  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
A3) I arrange for my schools to get books donated from used book stores   
 
 
 
 
 
 Blessed that no our library is amazing with a great librarian. My class library are mostly science childr… https://t.co/BsY9TrgS4d  
 
 
 
 
 
A3:  My librarian came to me last year and asked if there was a class set I wanted.  I chose Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks  
 
 
 
 
 
A3 Of course, we live in KS-little $ for anything. I've sought out grants.  
 
 
 
 
 
I am lucky to be at a school with financially supportive parents. Still, I have spent hundreds on books. It is worth it and needed  
 
 
 
 
 
A3b:  Had kids not in the class asking to read.  I said of course!  This year, I'm going to try for The Martian.    
 
 
 
 
 
  Me too Traci. Then I can share with my children. 
 
 
 
 
 
A3: Fortunately, no. Get 2nd-hand books and always go to my BFF ! We also give some fundraised $ to our library.  
 
 
 
 
 
Q3: They have definitely affected our school library! Librarian has trouble balancing keeping up w/ new books and budget. ☹️  
 
 
 
 
 
A3: I've never been given a classroom budget for books. I scour garage sales, library sales, and the discount book stores.  
 
 
 
 
 
A3 Classroom  library I am responsible for so I am always looking for deals! Using  and  helps a lot!  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
A3: Ebooks, the Alabama Virtual Library, & city library are great resources. We also raise a lot of $$ through book fairs.  
 
 
 
"Choose" 😁  https://t.co/79dbByYiwn  
 
 
 
I'm extremely lucky, but I feel like the more I try to inspire and goose the right book for the right kid, the more books I "need"  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Just today asked about buying 15 books for my Multicultural Lit. class. The A: not sure if we have the money. 😐  
 
 
 
 
 
A3. We haven't been hit too hard. There are many great options like  that help though!  
 
 
 
 
 
A3:  USD113 joined the state library system.  Increased the book selection for students and saved district monies  
 
 
 
 
 
A3-Not my class library. After 20 odd years in multiple grades I've got tons!Yet, I keep adding more with Scholastic bonus points  
 
 
 
I have ss this year totally into dirt bikes, so had to go find them books  https://t.co/Vx3Pf02qFn  
 
 
 
"Choose" 😁  https://t.co/79dbByYiwn  
 
 
 
I'm extremely lucky, but I feel like the more I try to inspire and goose the right book for the right kid, the more books I "need"  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
A3: Have won Limeades4Learning a few times in past for books, rely on  now for inter-library loaning popular books.  
 
 
 
 
 
A3: I spend more of my $ on classroom books but I read them too, soooo... Win-win?!  
 
 
 
 
 
A3- Budget cuts always an issue BUT can never have too many bks.  is another fab way to get books into kids' hands  
 
 
 
 
 
A3: I've collected books from various sources even having Ss trade books, Always wish I had more updated books.   
 
 
 
 
 
 Can't like that statement  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Amber from Buhler jumping in late  
 
 
 
 
 
 We have a gr8 organization called Books are Wings here in RI that provides gently used & loved books to children.  
 
 
 
 
 
A3: My librarian and I & a few other teachers also visit McKays books in Nashville. They are cheap & are a blessing to teachers!  
 
 
 
 
 
   My school district school libraries connected so we borrow from one another too. It's awesome. 
 
 
 
 
 
Thank God for Amazon's cheap books and used options!   
 
 
 
 
 
A3  a great way to get books!   
 
 
 
 
 
A3:  Always thought this was so cool...a co-T of mine always donated a book to her child's classroom on his/her bday each yr!    
 
 
 
 
 
A3:Epic has saved me in the book purchasing area!   
 
 
 
AGREE! Reading is personal. Reading is an exploration and curiosity. If we take that away, stunts learner/reader agency. karalu79  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 I always read them too. I can't help myself! ;)  
 
 
 
 
 
 Better late than never, Amber!  
 
 
 
 
 
A3: , ,  great options for funding  
 
 
 
 
 
A3b-Class sets are harder to get, but have been lucky w/bonus points & am thinking about   for more.  
 
 
 
 
 
Oh gesh--late again this week!  Danae- first grade  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
A3+: I'm trying to buy fewer books on Kindle (for my own leisure reading) b/c at least when I buy paperbacks I can share w/kiddos!  
 
 
 
 
 
Jumping in super late  just got back from volleyball! Kara 6th grade Hutchinson. 
 
 
 
 
 
A3 we combined ms and hs into one library.   Side question - can student "borrow" digital copies of books?  I read more on phone  
 
 
 
 
 
A3  Amazon is good but eBay is so cheap. I get lots of used books for .50-1.00 just need to search deep 
 
 
 
 
 
A3: I use all the resources I can- online books, library collections, donors choose grants, and scholastic points  
 
 
 
A3: Epic has been great for my non fiction selection Bc I tend to not personally buy as many as I "should"  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
A4: First...Time. Time to teach Ss the tech and how to use it well  
 
 
 
 
 
A4 using for a useful and purposeful reason, and not just using it for the sake of it. Also, troubleshooting in class is no Bueno.  
 
 
 
A4: getting all ss trained and then to have it all work  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
A local business helped out with some donated funds for tiny libraries in our hallways. Also kinds doing the tiny libraries adds   
 
 
 
 
 
A3: I get a lot from scholastic also garage sales.  
 
 
 
 
 
Q4 Using it WELL! I want to integrate it and use it as digital worksheets!   
 
 
 
 
 
A4: biggest challenge with tech is it doesn't work bc I'm clueless.  
 
 
 
 
 
 I know  has the Kindle Lending Library.  I know there are others too.   
 
 
 
 
 
A3 I write grants, use , & accept donations of books our Ss will enjoy. Budget is limited so have 2 b resourceful   
 
 
 
 
 
A4: making sure that I am using technology in ways that transform student learning, not just as a substitute for paper-pencil.  
 
 
 
 
 
A3: for my career there have always been budget issues so that $ for classroom lib has always come out of my pocket  
 
 
 
 
 
A4-Not having enough & then when I do, finding time to learn it, implement it. Twitter PLN has helped a lot.  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
A4b: The planning almost doubles when I have to plan a backup tech option in case 1st option doesn't work & a paper pencil backup.  
 
 
 
 
 
 A4 Band Width. Old laptops are slow slow slow to start & log on. But blessed if need tech we have it. Not… https://t.co/q3P52ce9EG  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
You said perfectly what I feel and strive to do.  https://t.co/VxM99dw2Yv  
 
 
 
 
 
A4: making sure that I am using technology in ways that transform student learning, not just as a substitute for paper-pencil.  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
A4:  At this point, my biggest tech issue is distractions for kiddos.  Never get away from that, but we manage.  lol    
 
 
 
 
 
YES! Absolutely we have to be so careful about balancing that fine line.  https://t.co/AYFZVgZW3i  
 
 
 
 
 
A4: making sure that I am using technology in ways that transform student learning, not just as a substitute for paper-pencil.  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Ss don't know how to use the technology correctly. Ss come to see me for tech instruction. Been teaching  &   
 
 
 
 
 
A4: tech that won't work or limited tech that is only engaging a few kids at a time, juggling the resources   
 
 
 
 
 
A3:  My previous district donated a book to the building library in memory of staff loved ones instead of sending flowers.   
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
A4  I am a proponent of hands on learning like a makerspace but tech comes into play for purposeful learning-virtual labs, webquest 
 
 
 
 
 
A4c: Staying current and using tech to enhance learning, not just replace paper/pencil  
 
 
 
 
 
A4: Many ideas I have would be so much more effective if 1:1! Hopefully in the future. & management! Someone always needs help.  
 
 
 
 
 
A4: not having enough technology to go around between two classrooms!  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
A4: trying to get students to think beyond using a slides presentation and looking further to make their presentations better.   
 
 
 
 
 
Q4: Front loading students on how to use certain apps or websites of the beginning of the year.But if pays off later.  
 
 
 
 
 
A4: My biggest challenge right now is getting the wifi to actually work each class period.  
 
 
 
 
 
  Yes. For authentic learning not substitution. Pencils & paper are kinda amazing tools too. 
 
 
 
 
 
A4: The biggest challenge in  is getting everybody on the same page. But once edtech is seen as helpful the school thrives.  
 
 
 
 
 
A5: Take the time to teach them, don't do it for them! Then they can teach others too!  
 
 
 
 
 
A5 We have to do this. We have to model resp use of social media and inform on digital footprints.  
 
 
 
 
 
Especially when needing to order from certain companies and need better bindings so bks $25 each- ouch!  https://t.co/JqlmHS3zgp  
 
 
 
 
 
Q3: They have definitely affected our school library! Librarian has trouble balancing keeping up w/ new books and budget. ☹️  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
A5-Provide opportunities to be a digital citizen, teach/model what it looks like & revisit lesson when necessary.  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  I am a blended class so a lot on line at home before I see them as well. Canvas  best tools ever. 
 
 
 
 
 
A4: HS, I've noticed everyone using different apps. I think the problem is with consistency or limit to a few. Confusing for some  
 
 
 
 
 
A5: pushing Ss to find new resources to use then teaching others house to use it. Also modeling+modeling  https://t.co/XpfhCKqti8  
 
 
 
A5:can't start dig cit.  too early ss need to understand the impact using the internet can have, common sense media has good stuff  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Yes! Ss need to learn!!   https://t.co/PkUhiF2FN6  
 
 
 
 
 
A5: Take the time to teach them, don't do it for them! Then they can teach others too!  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Hopping in on the last bit of my fave chat,  
 
 
 
 
 
A5:  Exposure is the first step!   We still have districts that the firewall prevents many opportunities.  :( 
 
 
 
 
 
Practice, guidance, trust. I teach 6th...most come to me with some level of digital competence.   
 
 
 
 
 
A5:  Plenty of scaffolding. Teach, model, rinse, repeat.  ;)  
 
 
 
 
 
A4 Our 1 to 1 computers upgraded to solid state hard drives has been a huge step forward for my classes.  
 
 
 
 
 
A4- Equity- 4 t0 5 devices with 25 + kids just doesn't cut it when trying to integrate seemlessly  
 
 
 
 
 
A5: I really try to teach kids to source a document and look for bias...Ha sometimes I think they leave not trusting anything  
 
 
 
 
 
A5: Digital literacy is HUGE! And it encompasses so much!   
 
 
 
 
 
 A5 Modeling a safe, respectful online presence. Providing opportunities for Ss to use technology in authe… https://t.co/8yGo25WBpa  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Good to "see" you tonight!  :D   
 
 
 
 
 
A5This if the 1st year we have really dipped our toes in dig lit. Epic!, Chromebooks, Seesaw, iPads are all making this a reality.  
 
 
 
 
 
A4) Access to it.  Having admin allow Ss allow for BYOD and use cell phones in the classroom.    
 
 
 
 
 
A5: Take time to teach explicitly key basic skills, and then ample time to practice and explore.  
 
 
 
 
 
A5: Even in 2nd grade how to research/find information you're  looking for.What tool be most appropriate ex. Epic book v. Google  
 
 
 
 
 
 A5 our sch has a few guest speakers come discuss digital safety & your digital footprint. I discuss safe searches & social media 
 
 
 
 
 
A5: Remember to teach  and provide Ss time to apply learning.  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
A5. Continual conversations about good digital citizenship in general.  
 
 
 
 
 
A5: Use tech tools authentically so that there is a NEED for Ss to be digitally literate!  
 
 
 
 
 
A5 Model appropriate use of technology. Ss love Tech but need to be taught. Model, discuss, review with Ss  
 
 
 
 
 
 We'd LOVE to set up a 1:1 chat w/ one of our co-founders for anyone who is interested in learning more :)  
 
 
 
 
 
A5: Model use of different dig literacy apps, Ss can listen to text, then write reflections.  
 
 
 
 
 
I don't use any Ebola stuff right now. But I'd love to try it- especially if the selection is good w high quality texts.   
 
 
 
 
 
A5) Challenge & engage Ss to acquire and gather the info they need to develop into deeper learning they can use   
 
 
 
 
 
A6. Love  and we also have   
 
 
 
 
 
A6 , Science A-Z,  Storyworks,   
 
 
 
 
 
A5: have 2 remember that Ss r digital natives but don't know how to use tech academically. Must teach them how 2 use tech 2 learn  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
A6: I do not use a lot of e-reader items, looking for ideas  
 
 
 
 
 
A6 I will start stations in lib soon. , Hoopla, & Once Click Digital are choices we can use--since Ss are 1:1 CBs.   
 
 
 
 
 
A6: Ss and Ts love these:     
 
 
 
 
 
A6: I used  's audible to read Sarny w/ 8th Ss. Low rdg level, but is confusing. The "actor" reads it so well!  
 
 
 
 
 
A6: epic books, reading A to Z  
 
 
 
 
 
A6: I wish  was around when I was in the classroom! I suggest it as a resource for Ts using my science curriculum!  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
A6. I'm also looking at . Which I've heard good things about it.  
 
 
 
 
 
A6  Stemcipes & Scholastic for articles of different reading levels. Science World Magazine. National Archives has great lessons. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
A6:  Right now I use journal articles, , etc.  Looking for more ideas to incorporate with HS Science.   
 
 
 
 
 
I don't use ereaders bc I prefer books. BUT I need to change that. As I'm limiting lots for kids. Some may prefer ereaders.   
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
NewsELA is great it expensive for the pro version. On free trial right now.   
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
A6 Love  and Open Ebooks. Gr8 free resources for Ss with access across different devices.  
 
 
 
 
 
A6: Love , but looks like I also need to add  to my list!   
 
 
 
 
 
Thank you  for facilitating.  Logging off... until next time .  Always great professional learning! 
 
 
 
 
 
Or I'm limiting what books r available to kids by not using ereaders. Motto for this yr "Easiest for me doesn't mean best 4 kids"  
 
 
 
 
 
 Tech is just so prevalent nowadays that introducing students can be helpful. But books are great too!  
 
 
 
 
 
A6: I'm also a big fan of  and   
 
 
 
 
 
My HS Ss choose the ones they like. We do have Open EBooks as an app option for their iPads.  
 
 
 
 
 
 I have looked at this before and think it works be great for teaching current events & research  https://t.co/1MC3a2xRFn  
 
 
 
 
 
A6. I'm also looking at . Which I've heard good things about it.  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
A6:   (1st year and LOVING all the choices!) and News-O-Matic app  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Thank you  you are all insightful and eduheroes! Thank you for letting me chat with you tonight. https://t.co/7vfmv6l47O  
 
 
 
Big THANKS to  for a GREAT  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Have a great week all my  peeps and thanks  for joining us. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Thanks and sorry I jumped in late. Good ideas to check out for my room. Have a good night all.   
 
 
 
 
 
Thank you ! Fantastic chat!!   
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Wow! This chat has been incredible. Thanks for sharing your thoughts with us and the community. Thank you & goodnight!  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 peeps ROCK!  https://t.co/snFUxZpnbV  
 
 
 
 
 
 It's been such a blast! A whirlwind of wonderful opinions and ideas from a passionate group 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Thanks  for another great evening!  Hope you all have a wonderful week!  :D 
 
 
 
 
 
Thank you  for providing such an amazing resource for teachers that is free!  
 
 
 
 
 
So glad I was able to join in tonight. Love starting my week with . Thanks  for moderating. 
 
 
 
 
 
Had two great chats tonight with  and . Please feel free to connect so we can further share ideas on ! 
 
 
 
 
 
Thanks  for your great post about .  
That is where I first heard about this amazing app!   
 
 
 
 
 
Thanks  and  So glad I happened upon your chat tonight! Thanks everyone for sharing gr8 ideas. 
 
 
 
 
 
Sigh. Another night, another missed .😔 I know I missed good stuff tonight--will be excited to look at the archive!