The #INeLearn hashtag is used for both asynchronous sharing and synchronous conversations. Include #INeLearn in your tweets if you want to share resources or questions with Indiana educators and school leaders. Asynchronously, the #INeLearn hashtag provides educators across the state of Indiana a central space for sharing. On Thursday evenings beginning at 8 CST/9 EST when you use the #INeLearn hashtag, you are joining a live conversation--the #INeLearn Twitter Chat. For one hour, we interact in real time having a virtual discussion.
It’s time for #INeLearn so let's get the intros rolling!! Share your name, role, and something FUN about YOU. I'll be your moderator this evening! Watch for my tweets and/or @inelearn retweets.
Hey everyone! Tiffany from Scottsburg...I teach 6th now, but I taught elem for ten years before making the hop to middle school. My FUN fact is that I just completed grad school yesterday! WOOHOO!!!! #INeLearn
It’s time for #INeLearn so let's get the intros rolling!! Share your name, role, and something FUN about YOU. I'll be your moderator this evening! Watch for my tweets and/or @inelearn retweets.
Hey, my name is Malachi Burden. This is my first edchat. I am currently attending Trine University for English Secondary Education and will also get a minor in psychology. #INeLearn#teacherbytrine
Q1 I believe elementary students are capable of doing ANYTHING they have the opportunity to try. With the right scaffolding, they can do amazing things! #INeLearn
I am passionate about spreading the knowledge that “Kinders can do it too” when it comes to elearning. Many people tend to doubt a little ones abilities but I have seen them do some amazing things in the realm of elearning! #INelearn
R1: we do need to introduce the experience of eLearning to elementary students in supportive, bite-size experiences to begin with. This will become a common learning experience by the time they reach college (if not sooner!). #INeLearn
R1: we do need to introduce the experience of eLearning to elementary students in supportive, bite-size experiences to begin with. This will become a common learning experience by the time they reach college (if not sooner!). #INeLearn
R1: we do need to introduce the experience of eLearning to elementary students in supportive, bite-size experiences to begin with. This will become a common learning experience by the time they reach college (if not sooner!). #INeLearn
I am and yes especially when it has come to deciding what devices our district goes with next year. I am piloting chrome books with my Kinders and they amaze me! #inelearn
R1: I am passionate that primary students can do so much more when given the chance. Makes me cringe when I hear Ts say KDG can’t do... Or they need a touchscreen for that... Let the kids show you what they know. Creation over Consumption 🙌🏻❤️👩🏻💻#INeLearn
Q2 That all they want to do is play "games." In my experiences, Ss would prefer to engage w/ their peers in active learning supported w/ tech than simply "playing games." #INeLearn
Q2 Misconception: That all they want to do is play "games." In my experiences, Ss would prefer to engage w/ their peers in active learning supported w/ tech than simply "playing games." #INeLearn
R2: I’m sure the biggest misconception is that they won’t know how to use the technology to do eLearning. In watching my own child interact with technology, tablets, smartphones, and computers, I’m amazed at what they’ve been able to accomplished, figure out, and use! #INeLearn
R2: I think that student do wan to play games and will find ways but the key with tech is having students engage with tech in a way that. cultivates learning and doesn't offer the opportunities for distractions. #INeLearn
Tech is so much more intuitive to our Ss than we give them credit for. We have to as teachers recognize that sometimes...they are more savvy than us...and that is awesome. #INeLearn
R2: That it will take kids forever to learn how to login. 🙄 Have the first 5 kids that login become Chromebook experts and help others. 👩🏻💻❤️ #INeLearn
Q3 What are some of the foundational tech skills students need in elementary that prepare them for secondary education? How do we prepare them? #INeLearn
R2: I hear all the time how Kinders are too young to use computers . The reality is the generations have shifted and these children in our classrooms will never know life without technology so we as adults need to embrace their knowledge and abilities #inelearn
R3: We definitely need to focus on #digcit skills, basic computing skills, but to go beyond that - how to use these tools to create and show what they know and learned. Give them opportunities to create with #edtech. #INeLearn
Q3 What are some of the foundational tech skills students need in elementary that prepare them for secondary education? How do we prepare them? #INeLearn
R3 I want my 6th graders to understand the differences between Docs and Drive. Silly, maybe, but Google is critical to collaboration in my classroom. #INeLearn
R3: We definitely need to focus on #digcit skills, basic computing skills, but to go beyond that - how to use these tools to create and show what they know and learned. Give them opportunities to create with #edtech. #INeLearn
Q3 What are some of the foundational tech skills students need in elementary that prepare them for secondary education? How do we prepare them? #INeLearn
Intro: I'm Bree--Kinder teacher from Mishawaka. I'm jumping in a bit late but am passionate about this topic. Even Kinders CAN do it and it's our responsibility to teach it. #INeLearn
R3: #INeLearn agency, self-direction (and YES, this is possible), collaboration through tools, and the fact that their device is a tool for their voice!
R3 Beyond Google, I want elem Ss to have many opportunities to CREATE w/ tech. It shouldn't be all programs and practice apps. They have a place, but we are limiting tech without CREATION. #INeLearn
That’s definitely true. That’s why giving them roles would be helpful, so they know what’s expected. And they can be simple roles and rotate them out. #INeLearn
R3: #INeLearn agency, self-direction (and YES, this is possible), collaboration through tools, and the fact that their device is a tool for their voice!
R3: Building a strong foundation with tech skills is critical. Building fluency with navigating apps and websites (Google tools) so that they are easily able to show their understanding w/o letting the tech be a hurdle. #INeLearn
R3: Definitely digital citizenship is critical. Also showing them that technology can be used in so many different , creative ways. It isn’t just making things paperless, it’s about exploring different resources and programs to show your knowledge #inelearn
Q3 What are some of the foundational tech skills students need in elementary that prepare them for secondary education? How do we prepare them? #INeLearn
R4: #INeLearn Exposure/understanding before they come to the classroom... who has one at home, who is learning to just turn their device on... once a baseline is established though, class culture, expectations, and goals can be set! *Just like anything else, right?!
R4 There were always paid apps I REALLY wanted, but we couldn't swing. So vetting what was free was always a process, and I had some missteps. #learningcurve#INeLearn
R4 The biggest one is probably accessibility meaning the time it takes to get their chrome books out and log in. One cart 20 little bodies gets crowded and takes a lot of time #inelearn
R4 There were always paid apps I REALLY wanted, but we couldn't swing. So vetting what was free was always a process, and I had some missteps. #learningcurve#INeLearn
You are right. Device management can be tricky in elem and can cut into instructional time. When we went 1:1, it was literally a time saver. I feel ya! #INeLearn
R4: Managing student devices. Ss can become easily distracted so Ts need to make sure they are using their resources to help keep students on track. #AppleClassroom#INeLearn
R5 This is where those heavy-hitting digital programs can play a great role in the classroom. The ability we have now to directly adjust intervention pathways based on data is unprecedented. The key is using it intentionally and never as a filler. #INeLearn
R4: Management of devices--you need a clear procedure for everything! Building independence & perseverance when tech troubles come up during independent centers. #INeLearn
R5: #INeLearn Personalized learning paths! With quicker feedback and accessibility to materials based on student skill, there are so many different directions Ts can lead Ss and grow them as learners!
Procedures...with a lot of practice...can cut down on device management issues. It may start slow, but with time and practice, the Ss will learn some great responsibility! #INeLearn
R4: Management of devices--you need a clear procedure for everything! Building independence & perseverance when tech troubles come up during independent centers. #INeLearn
R5 I don't think tech should ever replace F2F intervention, but when you can't be with every Ss, tech can play an important role in growing Ss through individualized pathways! #INeLearn
R5: I think student choice for projects and even daily activities can help. Also by having books online, like Epic, can help students work at and above their level. #INeLearn
R6 My Ss loved sketchnoting. In 1st grade that looks very basic, but it truly helped them visualize the stories we were reading together. My current Ss love @Flipgrid with a passion. I keep thinking it might get old, but it doesn't! #INeLearn
Q6: This is not elementary, but I’ve recently encouraged faculty to use @AdobeSpark to help create short, engaging videos and @GoogleForEdu Sites for students to showcase their internships. The results were awesome! #INeLearn
R5: I would create activities that integrated technology that were an extension of the teacher table. I would take those skills and add my voice with instructions to encourage reluctant readers https://t.co/uEiUYCNkIYhttps://t.co/cAFuwwXrf2#INeLearn 👩🏻💻❤️
R5: I think student choice for projects and even daily activities can help. Also by having books online, like Epic, can help students work at and above their level. #INeLearn
R6: Clips, THE CAMERA #INeLearn when kiddos in elementary see themselves in the camera, they LITERALLY can not stop making faces! I say, incorporate that into the instruction, expectation, end goal SOMEHOW!
R5: I am able to differentiate so much easier with technology because I can modify group assignments in Seesaw and assign things based on student achievement. I utilize many different programs for enrichment and I am able to assign different tasks based on their needs #inelearn
R6: Clips, THE CAMERA #INeLearn when kiddos in elementary see themselves in the camera, they LITERALLY can not stop making faces! I say, incorporate that into the instruction, expectation, end goal SOMEHOW!
Hola from Valparaiso! I’m an elementary tech integration coach. Just got home after a CRAZY day!! So I’ll mostly be creeping on tonight’s chat! #INeLearn
R6: Any project with video and audio :) They LOVE! This was a project we did with KDG book buddies Don’t Let the Pigeon Be the Principal https://t.co/ppcnIKrFze#INeLearn ❤️
R6: My favorite are #hyperdocs. There's so much learning you can pack into these and students are engaged. Ss favorites are always anything that involves creating (Flipgrid, Seesaw, PicCollage, Book Creator). #INeLearn
R6: My kids love Pink Cat Games. They also love @quizizz and @Classkick (they love waiting for me to give them stickers). Creating, recording, and drawing in @Seesaw is also another favorite #INeLearn
R7: #INeLearn I think center time (shout out to @techlaurenDSC for sharing some classroom experiences with me!) is the perfect opportunity for Ss to practice workflow with/without tech integrated with the skills they are learning
R7: Seesaw is the best for that! I love that students can draw annotate and video themselves showing their DOK. Great way to blend what they learned hands on with tech 👩🏻💻❤️ #INeLearn
R7: #INeLearn I think center time (shout out to @techlaurenDSC for sharing some classroom experiences with me!) is the perfect opportunity for Ss to practice workflow with/without tech integrated with the skills they are learning
R7: Many Times if students have created something I will have them photograph it or record it on Seesaw to show the class or their families. You can also spark conversation after a learning experience using flip grid #INeLearn
R7: I like using tech for littles to share their thinking about a hands on project. This way they can reach a larger audience! FlipGrid, Seesaw, Dojo Portfolios! #INeLearn
R8 I was still a novice at this when I taught elem. I think it starts w/ the Ss own community. Bring people in. Skype, of course. Mostly, just show them that there is an entire world they are connected to beyond their bubble. #INeLearn
R7: Love Seesaw to showcase learning during hands-on centers.
Drawing/Painting along with directed drawings on Art for Kids Hub. Slow motion app to make sight words with letter magnets. Lots of possibilities to blend hands-on learning with tech! #INeLearn
… And with technology today, there are no boundaries, which is great! You can video-in experts, other students, and guest speakers! @GoogleARVR allows you to take students to places that weren’t accessible before! #INeLearn
R8 I was still a novice at this when I taught elem. I think it starts w/ the Ss own community. Bring people in. Skype, of course. Mostly, just show them that there is an entire world they are connected to beyond their bubble. #INeLearn
Wrapping it Up! What did you take away from tonight's chat? How will you use it as you plan for the rest of the year ahead? What perspectives did you gain? #INeLearn
WU: I am happy to see that there are so many educators who believe that elementary students can do eLearning and that they have great ideas on how to do this. Thank you all! Keep this up!! I’m excited that our children will be part of this world. #INeLearn
Wrapping it Up! What did you take away from tonight's chat? How will you use it as you plan for the rest of the year ahead? What perspectives did you gain? #INeLearn
R8: With elementary Ss I can connect to a global audience through Twitter!I’m in the drivers seat. But I make sure to make Ss part of the process before I post! #INeLearn
WU Tonight's chat reminds me just how amazing our elementary people are. By sharing your voice tonight, you give us secondary people hope that our future Ss are having amazing experiences we can build on later! YOU ARE AMAZING! #INeLearn
R8: Connected Educators group on Google+ is amazing for this as is Twitter! Right now we are doing #recessweather19 and collaborating w/primary learners all over the US looking at weather. It's great to show them a world other than what they see daily. #INeLearn
R8: Connected Educators group on Google+ is amazing for this as is Twitter! Right now we are doing #recessweather19 and collaborating w/primary learners all over the US looking at weather. It's great to show them a world other than what they see daily. #INeLearn
WU: Elementary Ss and Ts are both capable of using technology to enhance learning. And now I have so many more resources to look into. @T_Copple great questions and I look forward to more elementary focused chats with #INeLearn this year!
This former elem teacher LOVED every minute of this chat! Thanks for sharing #INeLearn. Be sure to tune in next week at 9pm for another great chat w/ @inelearn!
Elementary friends!!! You are ALWAYS welcome with us at 9pm on Thursday nights. Your voice matters! It all starts with YOU and your willingness to provide our youngest learners w/ amazing opportunities. THANK YOU! #INeLearn
