#txeduchat Archive
An informal learning community for educators worldwide. Our passion for learning and connected learning experiences help us to improve our teaching practices. #txeduchat features guest moderators every week.
Sunday February 21, 2016
Hello! I'm Shawna, Future Ready Learning Coordinator for Weatherford ISD! Excited to co-host tonight w/ !
Hi Y'all! Amanda, third grade teacher from Weatherford, TX. Excited to co-host tonight's with
Welcome to tonight! We are glad you are here. Let's start with introductions. Tell us about YOU! Who, where, what do you teach?
Good evening
4th grade teacher from CA
Monica, Special Education teacher, Texas. Looking forward to another amazing tonight, ! :)
Hey Craig! Glad to see you here!
Hi Craig! Glad you are here!
Hi Carl from Emerald Australia
Welcome Monica, always enjoy learning from your tweets!
Hello all! Nancy Jo from Frisco, TX serving in a HS library! Excited to be here tonight!
HS Social Studies Teacher from SW Missouri
Kimberly, Reading Specialist from North Texas checking in to
Good evening! Lynn from Dallas - 4th grade teacher
Nathan, I am part of the "Keeping it Fake" podcast with coving any Topic
Misty, Junior High AP in Azle TX
Hi! Amanda, 3rd grade teacher, Weatherford,TX
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Thank you. Such a honor. Same as you. :)
Jesse James, ELA 9th; Weatherford, TX. Excited to hear what others have done to broaden their students' connections.
Mandy, Elementary IC in TX. This chat coordinates with bedtime...I'll be in and out!
So wonderful to have you with us this evening/or morning as the case may be!
4th Grade teacher of students with disabilities in NJ
Hi everyone! I'm Heather, a middle school teacher-librarian in Hershey, PA joining in for tonights chat
Hey ! So happy you are here!
Carl, glad you're here even with the time difference!
Excited for tonight. I'm Jessica, education consultant, central Texas
Hey Nancy Jo, so great to have you here this evening!
Jacqueline from Weatherford ISD, 5th grade!
thanks Shawna. Always ready to chat
Jodi GT teacher Katy TX. Spent a great day outside enjoying the weather. Now pumped for
Hi Brian, thanks for joining us!
Loryn from San Antonio, TX. 8th Science!
Howdy ~ Barbara, Counselor and Author of checking in for a bit.
Hey! I'm Monika, teacher in Weatherford!
Sara. Elementary Librarian in San Antonio, TX
Can't stay tonight, but I'll be checking the hashtag later. Have a great chat!
Hey ! Andi...gifted education specialist in Texas. Looking forward to chatting with great friends!
Yay! You gave up The Walking Dead for
Welcome Kimberly, thanks for checking in!
Hi Brian! Welcome! As a HS SS teacher, there are so many connection opportunities!
Debbie, Communications Director Looking forward to learning with you all tonight.
Terrie from Katy, TX! 4th grade ELA/SS
Andi, so glad to see you!
Hello everyone! I'm Kharima an Instructional Technology Specialist in Houston, TX
Business Teacher from Katy
Hi Lynn, so great to have you in the discussion on helping Ss connect & learn tonight!
Hi Debbie, so glad you are joining us tonight!
Jenny, 4th grade ELA in from Ohio!
Yes! That's why I decided to stay on for this chat tonight!
Mario from CA. 6th Grade ELA Teacher and Innovation Coordinator.
We will use the Q1:, A1 format for tonight's chat, with ?s alternating from & & RTs from .
Don't forget to use the hashtag when tweeting for the next hour folks! This helps others who are trying to follow along!
Our next "Keeping it Fake" podcast will be about 's new book and Nathan's pet rock
Thanks for joining us, Jenny!
Hi Andi! Glad you are here!
Welcome sir, wonderful to see you as always!
Dan, ES principal in Houston. Good evening!
That title sounds so fancy!
Thanks Tom! I'm excited to learn w/ everyone tonight!
stephanie ryon - 8th grade math in college station ;)
Jen Hrupp, Teacher in Surrey, BC, Canada
Jessi Medlin, 4th ELA/SS, Weatherford, TX
Watch for questions from both hosts tonight! We will retweet them from the account too! https://t.co/a5uVsJu27N
We will use the Q1:, A1 format for tonight's chat, with ?s alternating from & & RTs from .
Good Evening, Steve, a Middle School Assistant Principal from Missouri
Q1 is coming at 8:06, get ready to discuss connected classrooms!
Valerie from Texas, 4th grade
excited to join tonight. I'm Michelle, an ITS from Prosper, TX.
Steve, thank you for joining us!
Now if we can only get Nathan's pet rock to write that foreword for the book. Top ten for sure
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Our next "Keeping it Fake" podcast will be about 's new book and Nathan's pet rock
Hi! Marisa, instructional coach, Katy, TX
That's a cool title for a job!!
Hey . Aaron Harris, 10th grade AP World History in Houston.
Bridget Visser, Literacy Specialist joining in now! Hello friends!
Q1: What does it mean to have a connected classroom?
Andrea from Texas. Instructional Coach
hello hello! urbie, instructional designer and aviator
Hi Dan! Glad you are here! Hope you get some connection ideas to take back to your teachers!
Thanks so much! So much fun to get to research and learn new things to bring back to my school.
Kristin from Texas, 3rd grade
Tammy from North Florida I teach Game Design and Intro to Tech
A1: Having a classroom that reaches beyond its four walls to learn, collaborate, and engage.
A1: People working together toward a common goal
Good evening! Social Studies Area Council in Fort Worth, TX
Hey ! Tim. 5th grade teacher. Frontenac, Kansas.
A1: Using available tools to bring all outside resources into the classroom as part of learning process.
Anna - Teacher in Iowa - Excited to you for awhile tonight.
A1- connected to the outside world. Learning from experts, collaborating with other students
Hey ! David here from Missouri - HS principal.
Chuck, HS AP from Columbus, Oh.
A1: It means that my students get to learn with students from other places.
A1: Being connected is more than just having tech. It means students curating worthwhile information. It means getting out there.
Taking learning beyond the classroom in meaningful ways - whether on campus or another continent
A1. It means knowledge is shared. Resources go beyong 4 walls
A1 I think it means connecting your Ss to others outside your building. Sharing learning & providing a genuine audience.
I like that you included collaborate and engage! It definitely needs to be a 2 way connectedness!
A1 A connected clsrm is a place where Ss are reminded that learning doesn't stop at the door. They connect to share learning.
A1: Connected classroom means Ss and T are connected to resources human and nonhuman forms to learn and grow.
A1: Working together as a community of learners. Being connect through conversation and common goals.
A1: providing experiences for kids that they wouldn't be able to have otherwise.
A1Aconnected classroom means that you are using your tech tools to connect with other STs, Ts, and parents.
A1: classrooms that makes content relevant beyond the test next Tuesday.
A1) Connected class means kids connected with each other, working collaboratively, and learn from and with others around world.
A1:All ss in class know how to use tech to reach outside walls to gain knowledge/build relationships w experts
A1: Learning, connecting, sharing, and collaborating with the world. Going beyond the 4 walls of the classroom.
a1: connecting ur classroom beyond your 4 walls - meaningful real world applications & convos 2 extend S’s content understanding
That covers it in so many ways for me too Andi, taking learning outside our classrooms!
A1: It means publishing things for everyone to see, not just your teacher!
Tammy, I love this explanation. Do your students also learn from individuals whom are not students themselves?
A1: Using technology to access learning outside of the classroom, "global learners"
A1 Connected classroom means sharing student products, using classroom shared video sessions.
A1: Having a connected classroom means not limiting your students to only what you can offer. Opening the world up to them.
A1: connected classroom means that Ts & Ss are reaching out in their learning,solving issues, not just throwing tech at people.
Hi Shawna! Glad to join you tonight!
A1: Ss understand how to access ways to collaborate with others outside of the classroom wall.
A1 It means learning happens in and outside of the classroom's 4 walls.
A1 Julie from Chattanooga, TN a connected classroom is one that leverages the outside world of Ss & Experts via tech/visits/SoMe
A1: A connected classroom involves Ts and Ss both learning and contributing to the global community, not just their classroom
A1: No "walls"- showing your Ss that learning can (and does) happen all over.
And making Ss realise that what they do is real https://t.co/GdvcQdB6RZ
A1 I think it means connecting your Ss to others outside your building. Sharing learning & providing a genuine audience.
A1 state, nation or world wide connections
A1- a connected classroom also needs to integrate subjects and concepts.
A1: Breaking down the walls of our silos and connecting with other great minds to help our Ss and Ts succeed
Connected classes are Ss that are globally connected. https://t.co/RrRle5P4I0
Q1: What does it mean to have a connected classroom?
A1:A classroom that engages. collaborates, and uses digital learning on a daily basis. Building Global Digital Citizens!
A1: It means getting your Ss in touch with whomever can help connect them with the learning.
A1:Student centered and fully engaged. Rapport and relationship.
A1 Providing opportunities to learn and share together and with others outside of your own "four walls"
Reminds me of Vegas slogan- What happens in the classroom doesn't stay in the classroom.
A1) Connections to self, to world, and to each other. Deeper than knowing a fact, soul deep.
Definitely...collaborating with others, outside of our classroom, is so beneficial for our students!
A1: connecting your classroom is allowing your students real world experience with experts, community members, other Ss
A1: Learning from others and providing experiences beyond the four walls of the school.
Great way to put it Jesse, "learning doesn't stop at the door!"
A1) A connected classroom shares and learns from other classrooms and experts. They have knocked down walls.
A1 I think using a variety of tools & resources beyond your classroom.Connecting Ss with other classrooms and or professionals.
love that you added “providing opportunities” ;)
Our best learning experiences happen when we are collaborating with outside experts!
For sure! Being connected allows our s's to be able to "get published" to relevant audience so easily!
A1 Dunno for sure but I expect to shortly..
Yes! What do they say, the bigger the audience, the more effort? Do you find that to be true? https://t.co/5LrGIqM2Wo
A1 Connected classroom means sharing student products, using classroom shared video sessions.
I like that you mention Global Digital Citizens.
A1: taking the learning of the classroom outside of the brick and mortar. Sharing your learning with classrooms around the world
So true. Why limit their learning to those walls that surround them.
https://t.co/pa1AYXL64S
A1: Learning from others and providing experiences beyond the four walls of the school.
A1 a CC also leverages outside stakeholders to give students more experiences
Love this answer. Do connections always have to be digital?
Amen friend! https://t.co/oUP05EGU8p
A1: A connected classroom involves Ts and Ss both learning and contributing to the global community, not just their classroom
A1 agreed Connected Ss spend time in authentic learning & share outside their classroom!
Q2: How can students benefit from bringing outsiders into the classroom?
A1: St have an easy connection to others in the classroom. Assignments facilitate the desire to research and solve global issues.
Thanks! So often my Ss believe that learning is just based on a lesson. They don't consider the informal learning
A1 A connected classroom feels more authentic. It's not separate from the rest of the "real world."
A1: connected means linked to something...outside world, other subject, other people, other objectives etc..
Tina from TN, ready to grow w/ my tweeps!
This is why I love virtual field trips!
A1. It means authenticity & sts having the opportunity 2 have learning connect with others to gain more insight. Real audience
Important to help them understand their role in the digital world.
https://t.co/4jVjI9ZSO9
A1:A classroom that engages. collaborates, and uses digital learning on a daily basis. Building Global Digital Citizens!
Connected classrooms create a climate where Ss can share their learning globally
A1 authentic and meaningful learning and collaboration beyond the classroom
. Most definitely. I encourage it.
A1: Additionally, being connected means having access, but I'm not sure if we discuss that a bit later.
the walls are false anyway
Not just knocking down walls, but opening up possibilities. https://t.co/HFdb9F1Fix
A1) A connected classroom shares and learns from other classrooms and experts. They have knocked down walls.
A1: a connected classroom is one in which the walls between your class and others aren't there. Invite others in. Collaborate.
A2: Level of expertise and knowledge goes beyond what T can offer
A1: Connected to each other, to others outside school walls, to experiences, to the world, etc.
Hello . Mary Ann, librarian McAllen,TX. Will be in and out of chat
A1a Recently a Texas innovation specialist asked if I knew any Arizona teachers might be interested in a GHO..
I know you do, bc you're phenomenal!
That authentic audience means so much more than worksheets and papers.
plus we are daylight savings at the moment.
A2: By learning from real experts. Talking to a dolphin trainer about dolphins is so much more meaningful than Wikipedia!
Yes, and to get feedback from others on what they have learned and discoverd.
which virtual field trips are your favorites?
Naomi from North Florida -Elm. Instructional Coach just checking in...
A2: Diversity, perspective, and context
real audience converts to real world experiences!
Yes! Something your class does regularly! Glad you are here! https://t.co/sq835wweRg
A1: No "walls"- showing your Ss that learning can (and does) happen all over.
A2: outsiders being brought into your class opens the class up to more ideas, talents and viewpoints.
It's HUGE to also show Ss how we do this as adult learners too. They love that! https://t.co/fZbjICyant
A1: Learning from others and providing experiences beyond the four walls of the school.
A2: In history, bringing outsiders in shows Ss differences in historical "facts" that we learn. Not all Ss learn the same things.
It gives them an authentic and genuine learning experience and motivates Ss to continue learning on their own.
YES! love this, too. In a low tech district (me), ANY kind of connection is GOLD, tech or not!
A1: In elementary school I am often the conduit for kids, connecting them to places & experiences beyond their "normal" lives.
A2: Ss can benefit from exposure to new thoughts & growth opportunities that differ from the norm
A2: Learning from a different perspective is essential to being a productive citizen
A1b Ergo a connected classroom is actually two or more connected by people & technology. Help & info are out there.
I tell my students that it is their duty to share what they have learn back to community
A1:Ts & Ss are not limited by their classroom walls & connections happen in an instant https://t.co/abvH1vK7By
Q1: What does it mean to have a connected classroom?
A2: Students benefit by learning from real experts instead of a textbook.
Yes...the word authentic is so important. It makes them internalize the why of what they are doing.
A2: Exposure and perspective! Two things that no lecture/video/activity can do without the authenticity of connecting.
A2 It's great for students to hear from experts and people who are doing good things in the community.
A2: It helps them realize that the words we learn in class aren't just vocabulary words. Somebody actually uses them!
A2 Ss need to understand that learning is more than grades. It's about the learning that happens "between the lines"
A2 The more voices heard and discussed the more perspectives students interact with and learn from (tolerance & knowledge)
Q2: Ss get too comfortable and complacent if all we offer them is us. They need to see how others learn too.
A2. Im a teacher, a facilitator. I dont have the day to day knowledge and experience others can give my Ss
A2: By gaining a more global perspective beyond the norms of their classroom.
Here are a few pics of our experts...Helps my Ss make connections and understand the "why". https://t.co/NfahvaNdGs
A2 It opens STs and Ts to perspectives of many and NOT just a few! Nothing is skewed!
A2 It helps make what they do authentic
Definitely not, but digital connection is what most of my Ss mention in their own home lives.
And feel that their information/wonders are valid.
And it's very unlikely your teacher was training dolphins before they took their teaching job :) https://t.co/zRYyewvzVA
A2: By learning from real experts. Talking to a dolphin trainer about dolphins is so much more meaningful than Wikipedia!
And it models for our Ss! https://t.co/Jso1DDxf13
Important to help them understand their role in the digital world.
https://t.co/4jVjI9ZSO9
A1:A classroom that engages. collaborates, and uses digital learning on a daily basis. Building Global Digital Citizens!
Q2: richer more authentic experience; real-world connection; relevant and "real"
A2: Ss become more invested in the learning if there will be an audience outside of their teacher and fellow Ss
A2: differing global perspectives- interactive learning from professionals in the field as opposed to a textbook. Collaboration.
Love this, learning from many, seeing through other's eyes, & putting ourselves in different shoes as we learn!
Regardless of school size, there are always more smart people on the outside, than on the inside, of your school.
A2: Bringing outsiders into the class makes it REAL DEAL!
a2: perspective. relevancy. ownership. reality check. Also builds S’s soft skills during interactions!
Yes, couldn't agree more. We welcome experts from our community in as well. https://t.co/ArPsIu4voO
YES! love this, too. In a low tech district (me), ANY kind of connection is GOLD, tech or not!
A2: Brings in a new perspective and maybe a breath of fresh air
A2: Getting an expert into the room is awesome for ss to learn--Had Greg Myre from NPR discuss Mid East relations via phone
Q2: St see embrace a new perspective when different cultures are introduced to the classroom.
A2 Outsiders that connect w/our Ss offer a different point of view - that's true diversity
Love this, Monica. https://t.co/LhvMnV7igX
A2: Learning from a different perspective is essential to being a productive citizen
A2: For many Ss, the only experiences they will have outside of their area will come from connected classroom experiences.
A2: My husband, who works at NASA, has been a guest scientist in lots of classes worldwide. Such a win-win to bring experts in.
It is always so exciting to see all of you tear down walls & collaborate on ideas that might engage/excite/inspire learners
A2 We've had many professionals in this year to speak with our students and it's been amazing.
A2 opens door to the huge world by helping them think globally, it varies the views the normally see, it gives a broader audience
yes, and it is memorable for the Ss.
A2: So many benefits! They see their T isn't the "expert" in everything & different opportunities when they grow up!
A2: Ss can benefit by hearing different perspectives, and also having a larger group to collaborate with.
A2- bringing experts into the classroom helps clarify any misconceptions Ss may have created or have been told.
A2 They can see the various conditions and educational resources that Ss have around the world.
A2: I don't know all the answers. I have to allow my Ss opportunities to explore beyond our school building and city.
recently Ss asked qs about Antarctica. Set up twitter chat with someone there. So more real
A2: For Ss to see beyond their community is awesome. To realize they are a part of the world - priceless.
A2: Outsiders =more ppl, more brains, more creativity, more ways of looking at topics, ideas, everything! The more the merrier!
A2: Real-world applications in action! And I t saves Ts from having to give the "I promise you'll use this one day!" speech ;)
A2: Because other folks know more about specific topics and keeping kids from that resource is irresponsible.
Yes...and that makes it worth it all!
THIS --->>> https://t.co/Mg77wtaMxR
A2: For many Ss, the only experiences they will have outside of their area will come from connected classroom experiences.
A2 bringing in outsiders helps build community and empowered (& tolerant) citizens
A2 Engagement increases & Ss really love learning from others!
A2 Allows Ss to see & learn through the eyes of others...adults, industry experts, other Ss. GREAT skill https://t.co/OX9Qa13VIP
Q2: How can students benefit from bringing outsiders into the classroom?
How AWESOME! They will never forget it.
February low student motivation blues? Check out this article for a much needed refocus. Helped me! https://t.co/fWROgtFBwj
A2) Outsiders can be experts who add their expertise and allow students to ask questions to learn from others.
A2b: I've Skyped in to classes an author and Ss can ask Qs as we talk about the dream of publishing a book.
A2 sometimes educators a pin the school gets tuned out by students. Bring in outside voice give new perspective
A2 My Ss will collaborate w/ Ss from another country 2 write an iBook. Ss become kind digital citizens w/ outsiders to learn with
No way for us to know everything! Connecting w/ experts takes learning deeper.
A2: Doing with my 4th graders brought so many memorable experiences! It also taught geography in an authentic way.
neither will I. So interesting
Very true, lets Ss see from other perspectives vs us just telling them about such differences in view/opinions/etc
Forgot the via Skype part ~ visiting digitally! https://t.co/mrgUGDY8hm
A2: My husband, who works at NASA, has been a guest scientist in lots of classes worldwide. Such a win-win to bring experts in.
A2 teachers are not the sole source of info. Bring in other's to increase the learning
A2: In most careers, you connect with people worldwide. If school is preparing Ss to be career ready, we should model this.
External perspectives add a richness to experiences, validate the teachers presentation of content, open to new opportunities
A2: make lasting memories for Ss. We are not the keepers of all knowledge. Let the real experts do the teaching.
A2- don't forget sometimes the Ss are the experts who can share their knowledge and gain the confidence in themselves.
A2-builds outside relat.,learning comes alive, authentic tasks mentality in ss minds,it says YOU MATTER-the world values YOU
A2 Creative people need people to bounce off their ideas. That's why is successful
A2. I know few people, adults or sts that don't take notice when someone important & knowledgeable enters room. That's powerful
A2: Love this! We cannot limit our growth (or Ss) to our own perspectives. So much more out there! https://t.co/gngw9f2y6a
A2: Learning from a different perspective is essential to being a productive citizen
One of my Ss actually Skyped w/ Sea World. They took the iPad out to Dolphin Bay so she could see dolphin up close and personal!
Q3: How do you make connections purposeful?
To support our study of the Native Am,we "go" to the Wild Bill Museum in Cody, WY via
When my daughter was in the 3rd grade we connected her class with a class in New Zealand via Skype. She is a Junior now...
A2: Students are in the "outside world" 80% of the week during better involve the folks they spend the most time with.
A2: Being connected electronically only goes so far, when we have a guest who can tell real personal stories, that's priceless.
Increased rigor! https://t.co/77aGLcUX4w
No way for us to know everything! Connecting w/ experts takes learning deeper.
Absolutely! I was just tweeting this as I got your notification. Great minds think alike.
Excellent point https://t.co/vam0XYVz8G
A2 bringing in outsiders helps build community and empowered (& tolerant) citizens
A2. Ss will learn real world connections but also learn opportunities are available to them they never knew existed.
Exactly! If you have to "convince" the Ss to be engaged, you're not doing it right.
A2. Students need to gain experiences from primary sources to remember more vividly & create their background knowledge base
That is very true. Goes back to the need for community building in the classroom
A3: Connect to future careers, skills needed, and responsibilities of students
Q2: St embrace a new perspective when different cultures are introduced to the classroom.
A3 We have to make sure that our use of tech is more than just introducing a new shiny toy. There has to be relevance and buy in
A3: By giving Ss choices...allowing them to connect with their experts. They choose project and expert.
A3) We had a common read when we were connecting for 's book Fish in a Tree.
So true! And don't they love being the one to teach! https://t.co/paILM6ihOe
A2- don't forget sometimes the Ss are the experts who can share their knowledge and gain the confidence in themselves.
A3: Students choose the connections they want to make!
A3: and I have discussed time and time again. Make sure you're connecting to your standards
A3: Ask them what they would need? To whom would they want to ask questions?
My Ss love connecting with authors after reading a book! And authors are so kind to do it!
A3) You can have a bigger project that the students are collaborating upon to make the connection even more meaningful
ePals has helped me introduce other cultures to my students! Great tech tool! https://t.co/0v8KJKZIFx
Q2: St embrace a new perspective when different cultures are introduced to the classroom.
A3. Need to have thought through what you want from connection and discussed with that oerson before
A3: don't fall into trap of using tech to use tech. you have a museum visit, but does it connect w/ what you're trying to teach?
A2: As adults, learning happens everywhere & anytime, so by bringing outsiders in, a transparent view is created for the globe
Joining late from Austin, TX
A3: Allowing my Ss to write questions & ask about what is meaningful for them. Trusting them enough to give them some ownership.
Thank you! Glad to be here!
Q3: Connections are purposeful when they benefit our students and that benefit is expressed to them. Intention is everything.
Good point... have them build their PLN and have help them reach out to the experts.
https://t.co/lw6bWTTc6E
A3: Ask them what they would need? To whom would they want to ask questions?
A3: Make the connections meaningful to the needs of the group at the moment.
A3: I have found that anything science related, the kids seem to be interested in
A3: Let the students make the connections purposeful. Students lead their learning experience!
A3: have students connect classroom learning to real life applications.
A3: One S missing her Dad on his deployment played a song on the ukulele and sent it via text. Tech makes the world smaller.
A3: Connect to background knowledge, experiences, likes, dislikes, esp in Kindergarten
Yes, in projects allow for Ss to choose their experts.
A3: Focus on the learner. Don't stress about WHAT to teach, invest time in HOW to teach & WHO to involve in the learning process.
Thanks for being here! Love the connection b/w your class & !
a3: Have my kids involved with “solving a problem” during the skype that the professionals are actually tackling in their jobs.
One of my Ss taught me about Airdrop on my new phone. I had her make video explanation to show other .
A3: I have a padlet that they can post suggestions for speakers and skype partners. I tell them to dream big, you never know!
A3 be intentional in virtual relationships that help you &your Ss, ask for guidance/expert views/ideas https://t.co/ej4iQiJmKY
Q3: How do you make connections purposeful?
Which is one of the reasons I love it so much! :)
Bam! Love this! https://t.co/gWJLkzhye4
A3: Focus on the learner. Don't stress about WHAT to teach, invest time in HOW to teach & WHO to involve in the learning process.
Love that Craig, bet folks like will give shout-out & put read-alouds on folk's list 2!
Ask Ss what do u need to know to be successful at ur project? Who can help u? What kind of real world connection can we make?
A3:The connection the Ss can make to their own life makes it more powerful, they see the value in it, not "why do we need this"
Yes...& this takes purposeful thought in how 2 connect the learner . It takes time & experience.
A3: relevancy; student interest; connection directly relates to our work in class, but takes it even further due to connection
Love that!
Ask them who they would like to talk to next. https://t.co/SNdIWJaUxy
A3: I have a padlet that they can post suggestions for speakers and skype partners. I tell them to dream big, you never know!
Wow! Just wow. I would be a crying mess
A2: Ss gain new perspectives and knowledge from others. Ts and textbooks don't have to know it all. Such a relief.
And have a follow up with S about connection so to bribgvit into context
Using connection as part of research for a project/presentation is big for bringing it all together.
Awesome!!! My Ss are teaching me about our new 3D printer!
A3 have outside stakeholders come in and do activities that relate to the lesson
A3 I'm hoping that I can get to chat with my Ss next fall after they read Miss Peregrine's for their summer read
This is how small the world is with technology!
https://t.co/rt5uUp1ZhW
A3: One S missing her Dad on his deployment played a song on the ukulele and sent it via text. Tech makes the world smaller.
Yes, follow up is crucial. Ss need to reflect on what they just learned.
A3: Don't connect just to connect. Make sure it connects to what you are doing & takes learning to a deeper level.
Q2: important to bring diff. Perspectives to the classroom. Also able to bring in experts on subjects https://t.co/upK0HeLDqJ
A3: Tie them to something that is relevant to the audience. Help students find connections to the world that make sense to them!
A3: YES. It always needs to come back to purpose. How is it benefitting the learning?? https://t.co/5R7bkyHvUA
A3: and I have discussed time and time again. Make sure you're connecting to your standards
Our tech T was able to inspire a troubled 5th grader to start thinking about college for the first time!
A2 Lots probably. But as notes in his book every student in your classroom knows some who knows someone..
A3: Connections can feed a student's self-esteem to try something new. It creates a safe zone to become more confident
A3:must connect directly 2 learning standard studying/have studied OR happen as result of students questioning/genius hour
A2: Broadening the classroom and showing many different occupations outside our small community.
A3 cont'd: Also, can use those connections as evaluators of student work. Authentic audience does wonders!
Wow, that is a powerful moment Barbara, thnx for sharing
How do you go about identifying or guiding the sts to meaningful connections? https://t.co/ql6ZnYTztS
A3: Make the connections meaningful to the needs of the group at the moment.
Q4: How do you prepare your students for connections? What skills do they need?
A3: first decide what is the goal&make sure that your approach methods/suggestions are relevant to the individual implementing
A3: You just do. If it's important to you, it will be important to your Ss.
What a great way to empower your students! https://t.co/1B5Hy6FTYI
One of my Ss taught me about Airdrop on my new phone. I had her make video explanation to show other .
A2 What if a classroom had an like experience to find out where the connections are.
Q4 retweet --->> https://t.co/kUttjzZY7s
Q4: How do you prepare your students for connections? What skills do they need?
A3 Always have a WHY...purpose for connection along w next steps/learning/sharing because of connection https://t.co/nqO3Bn3wbz
Q3: How do you make connections purposeful?
A3:We use Design Thinking to build empathy with our world by building unique user connections to improve/change/solve problems.
So important! We need to remember to teach Ss HOW to find/make these connections to be able to do on own! https://t.co/cNc2BOT0yy
A3: Tie them to something that is relevant to the audience. Help students find connections to the world that make sense to them!
A3: A part of me says "have a goal" and the other part of me is saying "just go with the flow". Either way, learning will occur.
A3 Connections need to come from life/world, text, self. Expand on their knowledge thru literature, news, others
A4: They need to know how to collaborate and communicate. Helps to understand the purpose and be intentional w/ their ?s.
Just a thought: When did become the inside world? Are we the primary source of learning? Do students think we are outsiders?
A4: They need to know the tech. Just because they have phones doesn't mean they know HOW to use it academically.
Here is Q4 --->>> https://t.co/c5ICTUCHdO
Q4: How do you prepare your students for connections? What skills do they need?
A3 Ask them what they think school is like in a specific country or what they think an engineer does? Afterwards compare
Be intentional, with a plan before, during & after to capitalize on message. Teach prior interview & concept mapping techniques
A4: Embedding ways for Ss to apply skills in + out of the classroom; the most important skill is being proactive, not reactive
A2: Win-win for Ss & visitors. Ss exposed to knowledge from other resources & visitors learn @ what happens in a school system.
Two of my very faves are hosting , and I almost missed it! I'm jumping in late! What question are we on?
- I'm connecting a K class with and a 2nd grade class with ! Small fee - gr8 connections.
A4 Practicing communication skills w/peers..asking/answering questions, restating, how to disagree https://t.co/pA3ua80sWK
Q4: How do you prepare your students for connections? What skills do they need?
A4. Help them establish what they actually want to know from contact to make connection more clear.
it came up during a conversation at It's a big topic of interest, apparently
A3: Ss see the benefits & relevance of the connection before the Ts point it out. Ss drive the ah-ha connection moment.
A3: providing them the answer to the will I ever use this q. They deserve to know the purpose for their learning.
A4: We talk about etiquette when we have visitors via Skype.
Q4 Tracie: Q4: How do you prepare your students for connections? What skills do they need?
A4: Practice makes perfect. Model it.
A4) They need to be able to learn how to use hashtags, handles if they are to reach out on social media
Here is Q4: How do you prepare your students for connections? What skills do they need? https://t.co/qKvJ1YN1Hn
Two of my very faves are hosting , and I almost missed it! I'm jumping in late! What question are we on?
A4: Ss need to be taught how to ask meaningful questions and how to make meaningful contributions
A3: by connecting it to Students' interests, passions and problems.
A3. Making connections purposeful is hard. Narrowing the focus & finding good sources is work. Relying on PLN to make connections
A3 Encouraging connections that draw from prior knowledge and making it relevant helps keep learners engaged
A4: Questiniong, Questioning, Questioning! Kids seem to excel at because they are already so inquisitive!
A4: Ss need to know how to ask questions and communicate effectively with others.
A4 prepare by teaching appropriate skills of communication via emails/hangouts like dig cit. Show excitement about this opp
A4 Explaining what we'll do & talking etiquette is super important. Giving Ss a chance to practice what they will do/ say.
A4: Students are prepared for connections when we tell them we don't know it all. They need a learning community.
A3: Making connections purposeful happens only after we have purposefully made them ourselves as educators.
a4: in math, I always prep them with the problem the day b4. discuss respectful interactions & how to deliver a “solution”.
A4) They also need to know where to look and who to reach out to.
A4: Communication skills. Took my Ss a bit to realize questioning skills matter in a Skype convo as well as a face to face convo.
YES!!! https://t.co/SIaNmI2glT
A3: providing them the answer to the will I ever use this q. They deserve to know the purpose for their learning.
A3) One of most memorable moments in classroom when an astronaut tweeted us an answer to our question. Kids framed the tweet.
A2: students receive the benefit of being exposed to multiple points of view,culture,and customs.
Important to teach them etiquette with calls. How to behave on camera.
https://t.co/o9BWZsCLQY
a4: in math, I always prep them with the problem the day b4. discuss respectful interactions & how to deliver a “solution”.
A4: need to understand that sometimes we must agree to disagree & its okay to have a diff perspective as long as we're respectful
yes. Sometimes people with good knowledge dont know how to communicate with Ss
Q4. Oh my...they need a lot of modeling and practice in interacting w/connections as well as coaching while they are interacting.
In addition, students need to understand the billboard tip: everything on social media is out there for everyone to see
A4: prep qs ahead of time, but also live and learn. They get better with each connection and learn the norms.
Yes! Being intentional with connections! https://t.co/N4S65DJBCC
A3: Making connections purposeful happens only after we have purposefully made them ourselves as educators.
A5 have them start sharing work as soon as possible
A4: Ss need to be able to communicate and share thoughts and ideas.
A4: how to listen, listen, listen - ask Qs, seek clarification, communicate using the tool (padlet, twitter, etc)
You mean 22 kids waving and scream hi the entire time is not appropriate? ;)
A4 They need to understand the digital footprint they are leaving. So often digital = no consequences for them.
A4. Providing them w/ necessary skills & resources- very important for them to be purposeful & global, talk about safety, dig cit
a4 cont: I also set up a backchannel the day of & share w/ the person we’re connecting w/ to address “side questions” on the fly
A4 Practice communicating with them. Model. How to listen and be respectuful of others views even if yours are different.
A4: Teach effective communication and questioning. Provide background knowledge.
A4: Communication skills need to be practiced, including listening & speaking. The Ss need to know online social etiquette.
Super late, but happy to make it at all! Hi from Oz
I completely agree that webinar should count. Personalized PD that is free and effective.
A4 We need to inspire students to enjoy learning & self discovery of their own knowledge then provide them the tools to succeed
A4: By modelling respect and a classroom culture that is accepting of all perspectives
yes, listening is such an important skill.
Such a needed skill! But worth the time to address!
A4: Questioning skills are a must. So are reporting/note taking skills
I got to Skype with & his 5th graders last spring about empathy & mentoring a K class. They were SO well-prepared!
K-5 librarian, from Pennsylvania. Coming in late. It's great to expose students to all types of people. Virtual field trip.
A3-They must know the WHY...we all want that!
A4: Listen, question, reflect
Exactly! Just as we have to connect field trips, etc, our connections should be intentional and well planned!
Thanks for sharing that Andi, great way to connect w/folks that can add to learning for Ss!
A4: I'm struggling w/ this question because it's a big balancing act. I want to provide guidelines, but not limitations.
A4 prior knowledge, communication skills (accountable talk), and basic social skills
A4: Teaching soft skills early! In 1st gr it is mostly manners, tone, and how to ask appropriate questions. Life skills!
A4: Ss need to be taught what is appropriate and how to interpret written word (literal meaning) before heading online.
Q5: How do you ensure student safety when connecting online?
A4: Prepare students to connect across the world by practicing with kiddos in room next door.
haha... been there
Usually it's the end of the call though...
A4 can't be much harder than kids hooking up at play.. situational attachment, a little fun. Add a dash of curiosity for future.
Good evening. Michelle Griffith from Brazosport ISD
So true, we have to show them how we interact & connect in order to learn as well, most valuable way!
Yes, I love this. Often forgotten and connections become one sided
It has been amazing. It usually takes me weeks to find our experts. We found almost all of them in 2 days!
Hello Everyone. Im an educator from Md. Excited 2 join fellow educators in Texas
Good point here. Was thinking same myself https://t.co/MfK6d3r10Q
A4: I'm struggling w/ this question because it's a big balancing act. I want to provide guidelines, but not limitations.
A4:Students need to research beforehand & have a plan for their communication goals. This makes every interaction more purposeful
A4: After kids practice with room next door, have them create their own rubric for effective connections.
A4: small group purposeful talk, communication, dos, donts, needs some guidance from Ts
A4. You could practice with another class first. Build up your skills and then jump into the deep end of the pool and swim.
good point, a lotnot times we have too many guidelines and expectations - let it happen
A5) We talk about the importance of not sharing personally identifiable information online.
Glad you could join sir! https://t.co/VkAHoIKxpd
Hello Everyone. Im an educator from Md. Excited 2 join fellow educators in Texas
A5: Educate Ss on their digital footprint
A5: Preparation by vetting individuals or only working through entities that vet their contributors.
A5: Modeling digital citizenship skills all through the year along with constantly monitoring the students online
A4: Prepare them & expect the same behavior that you would expect if the person was right inside the room.
A5: Teaching standards. For my classroom twitter, all Ss are required to follow me and I follow back. One way to monitor.
Q5: Host training sessions 4 Parents 2 educate on cybersecurity & safe social media practices
A4: Students need to be taught what are useful, productive questions & how to dig deeper on a topic instead of always moving on.
A5: Use trusted sources, do your homework- Preview by connecting and learning as a teacher first.
A5: Safety is huge in making any connection. How do you ensure the person is who they say they are?
good point, a lot of times we have too many guidelines and expectations - let it happen
A5 everything has to be approved by Ts! Never take a chance with my babies!
A5. Important to gave nettiquette sorted and understood early.
Previewing first is great advice.
Not sure you can 100% ensure S safety online, but a well planned scaffolded i-curriculum can help.
Great idea! We shared our wall with local colleges and had a wonderful response!
A5 Our network keeps Ss & Ts too safe at times...lol. They help when on campus.
A5 Transparency connection thru shared google docs, creating closed options, be about grade level appropriate connections
my Ss apply for jobs on Skype days-speakers, bloggers, social media, photos, great idea shared by
I agree! It's about teaching & modeling the balance, then giving the Ss a chance to practice & learn https://t.co/IEIWLNlM0x
Good point here. Was thinking same myself https://t.co/MfK6d3r10Q
A4: I'm struggling w/ this question because it's a big balancing act. I want to provide guidelines, but not limitations.
A5: We must teach this, but we MUST teach WHAT to do when process fails. Because it will at some point. Learn & grow from it!
A5: When we were going to blog (sigh didn't for long) Ss had to show they knew how to comment & privacy settings were set by me.
Sorry I'm late. A4 students need to learn good communication skills to have successful connections.
A5: Thoroughly check out the connection. This should be done just as if they were going to come to the classroom. Google them! :)
I actually haven't had much of a chance to do this but I am planning to do a practice reading comp on Google Hangouts.
I laugh that I am tweeting whilst making a bunch of Star Wars cash for my class - found their currency!
A5: by teaching them that digital is permanent. There's often no going back.
Thank you! It has been so helpful! Not sure why we didn't think of this a long time ago. :)
a5: using vetted resources to connect - like
For our , we talked about our region, local geography, and developed clues and Qs for those w/ whom we'll connect Q4
That's an AWESOME idea! I love it!
Getting back to work! See you next week!
A5:no last names; parent permission; use ;connect with T, expert, etc. beforehand; I've never had a prob, whew!
A4 A dry run with a class down the hall? Make a documentary?
A4 the ability to formulate good questions and ask for help allows them to connect as well.
Hi friend! Glad you are here! Yes! communication skills are so very important when connecting!
A5:Digital Citizenship units need to be taught often in schools. Your Digital Footprint is important in our society now.
I suppose depending on context, the questiob is who are S connecting to?
Q5: School districts should block social media sites from network 2 prevent access during school day
I like this a lot! What a great idea.
A5+1 All of our Ss spend time learning about digital citizenship. I'm also careful about what info I share about Ss & w/whom
Digital citizenship is key to success of our students! https://t.co/FefQlXhNAg
A5:Digital Citizenship units need to be taught often in schools. Your Digital Footprint is important in our society now.
Q4 Teaching them about decorum - general listening skills and behavioral expectations.
A5. A good internet safety curriculum is required and must be taught. Without constant monitoring Ss are at risk. Monitor always
So thankful to have had to collaborate with for our KinderPals program! She and her book gave me SO many ideas!
How do you block these sites from their phones and tablets that may have 4G coverage? https://t.co/anTm1x3HAH
Q5: School districts should block social media sites from network 2 prevent access during school day
I always try to give "practice" connections before the first "real" connection. A more forgiving audience.
I had my Ss write the 5 things they want people to learn about them online in 25 years;great activity
A5: I don't think you can "ensure" it. But the combination of education and modeling good is critical for Ss
Respectfully disagree. Ss need to learn responsibility. Ts should be able to use sites in class to teach DigCit
A5: Tech dept has filter but to ensure double safety, I pin kid edu websites under fav and Ss choose from there
A3 allowing students a voice in who and how they connect is crucial. It needs to be relevant to them.
yes Ss are a lot more aware of this than we older folk
I love that idea!! I'll definitely be putting that into action!
Extremely important and so many examples in our world of what NOT to do.
A5: They need to understand that digital is permanent. There's often no going back.
you want them to block Twitter ?? 😳
why would you block potential learning opportunities from your ss?
But, some social media is helpful. We tweet experts when we have questions. Even Facebook has some uses in school.
Should they? Or should we teach them to use SM as an extension of learning? Why can't Ss have a Twitter chat?
A5: I teach high school so a 5-second censoring delay would be awesome.
Thanks! The Ss have had some great connections made!
A5 know who is the other side.
Speaking of connecting outside the classroom, how about an amazing read-aloud opportunity like this! https://t.co/yZ4FDgZDfD
A5: Communicate before connecting your class.
Or do you teach them HOW to HARNESS the power of these connections for life long learning? https://t.co/IJbGKNZFkJ
why would you block potential learning opportunities from your ss?
A4. Involving parents, Ss resources, embedding it in schook culture, skills on reliabi/valid, authoring, timeliness, contents,etc
Ss need to understand it is not a footprint but a tattoo.
this would be detrimental to my class. My classroom is powered by Twitter. I model appropriate use daily ;)
A5 my job to teach online safety & assist in differentiating between safe/unsafe sites. Monitor closely & keep parents informed
I do not think a solution has been discovered yet... https://t.co/kKXxLcIGg2
How do you block these sites from their phones and tablets that may have 4G coverage? https://t.co/anTm1x3HAH
Q5: School districts should block social media sites from network 2 prevent access during school day
A5 teaching digital citizenship is more important than blocking everything. Give them opportunities to be good digital citizens
That sounds like a great way for them to internalize what they are doing online for sure.
yes Ive watched my daughter do hw and will often facebook info back and forth with peers
I feel educating & dev. that trust w/in classroom plays a huge part. We can't block it all. We must teach & monitor. Intentional.
absolutely, teach them HOW
Social media isn't blocked in the real world - Ss will use it with or without us
A5 Permission slips? I learned at California has a law that schools can't use apps/sites requiring login IDs.
A5: By giving Ss the skills they need to be safe as well as being present and having permission for every connection.
How does blocking these sites prepare Ss for real life? This is such a backward anti-education statement
Q6: Hard hats on, what are your favorite tools, sites, and apps to use when connecting your students?
A5: Teaching 5th, I'd not only do my homework on a guest (Google them, etc) but I'd also want to talk with them 1st, personally.
A5 Teach them a lesson on digital citizenship. Show them examples/ scenerios. Host a Tech Night to inform parents as well.
A5: When searching topics, T can search before to know what images/cites could be tagged with that topic search
Q6 retweet --->> https://t.co/OSotLVItrA
Q6: Hard hats on, what are your favorite tools, sites, and apps to use when connecting your students?
I concur,if we block everything,how are they going to learn responsibility? teaching moments are crucial
Do we need one? What do we gain by blocking SM sites rather than teaching the "how" to use them properly?
A5: Teach digital footprints & what image the footprint is creating for their future & global audience. Conversations are a must!
A6) I love using simple tools like for students to share and connect with others.
This I love! What a great way to think of it!! https://t.co/894wyhwtgN
Ss need to understand it is not a footprint but a tattoo.
That is my view as well. We need to teach them to navigate safely.
A6: GAFE and resources to teach digital citizenship
A6) We're also a big fan of to be able to connect with other classes.
A6: One of my new favorite places to find connections is Connected Classrooms Workshop Google+ Community! https://t.co/wJCXHO9feK
Model safety practices, provide examples from miss steps & successes, show decision making processes with a pound of skepticism
Here is Q6 --->>> https://t.co/maMKWSKvgh
Q6: Hard hats on, what are your favorite tools, sites, and apps to use when connecting your students?
blocking sites would not prepare them for real life. These sites are not blocked at home, at wifi hot spots
Don't block these sites. Ss need to be taught how to use them properly.
A5: Clear guidelines (modelled), first name, no pictures with names, cyber safety lessons, trust but supervise. Always.
Just ordered The Most Magnificent Thing today; hope to get Google hangout available to my Ss
Most people have a digital footprint. Now you can even search images and if people are trying to impersonate others.
a6: love - they have been SO helpful! with my class so far
Its a problem that the solution is the Ts teaching responsibility and not blocking
Yes! That is a great way to look at it!
A6: Facetime, Skype, ePals, Twitter, Instagram
Teaching students digital citizenship allows for Ss to make meaningful connections while ensuring their safety
Want to explore the use of NEPRIS to help students make global connections with experts.
I love to be fancy but Ss seem most comfortable with email or maybe Skype
A6: Huge fan of ! Great way to make meaningful connections w/ real experts. We talked to a volcano expert last wk!
why when that is one way they communicate w parents & some provide PD through twitter?
A6:Want to explore the use of NEPRIS to help students make global connections with experts.
great questions. Where is the best place for a good taco? Food truck is acceptable
A6: Skype, Google Hangouts, Today's Meet
True, we can teach responsible use/good netiquette & model vs banning use for more value IMHO
Excited to read all of the responses to A6! Excited to find new ways to connect my students!
Especially when they are Kindergarteners! https://t.co/Q4BkHpH5ac
You mean 22 kids waving and scream hi the entire time is not appropriate? ;)
Great point https://t.co/MzGtpqNBQR
why when that is one way they communicate w parents & some provide PD through twitter?
A6: We love using google hangout, appear.in, skype, and even google docs
Spot on Anna. https://t.co/NuoAVVSicD
A5: Clear guidelines (modelled), first name, no pictures with names, cyber safety lessons, trust but supervise. Always.
I agree. I am an advocate of social media. Just during school try 2 minimize distraction & use edu sites https://t.co/LKY22LKGBG
Social media isn't blocked in the real world - Ss will use it with or without us
Tacos?? Now we're talking...
A6: Twitter right now. I like news sites, but plan on using next year, Thinglink and hopefully many others.
Schools can block access to external providers (or make it insanely slow). Happens in Australia.
A7: Also, WRAD16 is coming up! Do you have your connections set up? https://t.co/UBbrLoSkp0 Maybe connect w/ someone tonight.
A6: Without a doubt has the best tools/access to numerous i-education tools I have seen. Others out there but my go to
A6 I've started small, but I love the potential that offers for students to share their ideas and comments
Want to start "Field Trip Fridays" next year. Not going to leave our classroom in tiny Iowa town, but going to "go" around world!
A6: is my go-to; I also tap into friends who teach around the world & local expert connections; parents too
A6 also has ...our Ss were able to speak to engineers from last week about BB8...soooo cool!
I second that! Taking notes!
NAthan, in TX my friend there are taco hot spots on every corner.
We got an account recently and are PUMPED to explore!
I'll add my district blocks too,but I would vote to educate & learn not install a barrier
Hear that Craig every corner
Leaving early today; busy week this week. <3 and hosting today! Thank you, and !
Next time I'm in Texas, I'm expecting a taco truck tour! https://t.co/7qPH3O7jUb
great questions. Where is the best place for a good taco? Food truck is acceptable
My school does sometimes but I usually complain enough to get it unblocked if i use it :)
How AWESOME! I need to use trial
Let me clarify. Mayb streamin sites such as Snapchat & Kik which are not edu appropriate. Twitter-edmodo & others r amazing
SMedia is a challenge for everyone, the young in age or of heart, there is little forgiveness online, miss steps remain as stone
A6: Googlehangouts with shark, penguin, volcano experts, nat'l geo photographer,etc in one place
A6: LetsFindOut is a big hit in my class!
A6: GAFE, appear.in, Skype
If you go to Dallas, find the food truck park. Amazing selection.
A6: I use any suggestions! I also use GHO, Google Docs & Slides that we share between Ts & Ss
A6 Some tools I like to use are Remind,Tackk, Pictochart,Canva, Thinglink and GAFE. I could go on .....
Thank you for joining tonight! Have a great week!
I feel responsible to teach students how to search safely. There is not always going to be a parent there to watch over them.
Q6: Favorite tool is Twitter for connecting students & celebrating their awesomeness on my campus! It's about culture
A6: Have you used Nepris yet?https://t.co/b3y51CEtfe Schools can purchase subscription to service to help find experts.
A6: . is SO awesome for HS texting & provides chat rooms for class disc inside or out!
feel free to visit my alpacas in Australia. It'll be Saturday here
but there are SO many meaningful uses DURING the school day for SM. ‘distractions’ are subjective
I always forget about ZOOM. thanks for reminding me.
A6: Fav tools are Twitter/Voxer. No diggity. The connection possibilities are immense!
The Ss are so crafty. Even if SM is blocked, they will find a way around it.
I love social media and want Ss 2 use for edu purposes but not all social media is good social media....just need 2 educate Ss
what tips do you have for safe searching?
YAY!!!! they are so helpful. And they do all of the dirty work for you!
Love Thinglink and Padlet, too.
A7) basic but I love KIDBLOG for Elem kids to share thoughts/writing!
Those are terrific backdoor channels for class, try for another medium as well
A6: I love using apps, for my ELA class, to monitor their usage,
Have to go
Work beckons. Been great to connect.
Q7: Calendars out! What are some events that provide opportunities to connect your students?
Kidblog is great. Ss love receiving comments on their work.
THIS --->>> TOOLS https://t.co/WUEWzn9Nxa
A6 Some tools I like to use are Remind,Tackk, Pictochart,Canva, Thinglink and GAFE. I could go on .....
A5 Teaching digital citizenship is as important as teaching them to look both ways before they cross the street.
Yes. Visually presenting themselves well on camera...that's been tricky for my K-5 :)
Q7 retweet --->> https://t.co/JWaEgbNjwA
Q7: Calendars out! What are some events that provide opportunities to connect your students?
think of all the informal learning experiences that could be had at the taco truck
A7) My class is available for a Mystery Skype this week... 4th graders.
Here is Q7 --->>> https://t.co/PJpDQzKusm
Q7: Calendars out! What are some events that provide opportunities to connect your students?
it made me sad when they started charging for use
A6: How about Exploring by the Seat of Your Pants? Some are GHO where Ss are able to interact w/ experts. https://t.co/yeMqS7pdz1
A7: gives us tons of opportunities to connect as well as networking with other educators and connecting our classes.
I LOVE THE ADMIRATION OF SOCIAL MEDIA IN CLASSROOMS FROM THE EDUCATORS OF TEXAS!!!!! ROCKS!!!!!
you should get your 4th graders hooked up!
Hmm... We've got this
https://t.co/WqxTUVBPkG
think of all the informal learning experiences that could be had at the taco truck
A7 Ss will do a wax museum in March and I will periscope it with the world and particularly with a school across town
Love this quote about filters. Warning: don't do img search for "Youth, Pornography, & the Internet". https://t.co/7JHnWZogJY
used it 2 weeks ago… FANTASTIC!!
A6 Started with Twitter & trying to get more kids to use. Starting SeeSaw next Used Skype
A7: S athletic/art/music events are a great way to show support to our Ss
A7 I'd love to find another ELA classroom to connect with and share a discussion of reading/writing. They need to know it's real
A7: Any kind of "Global (whatever) Day" is great, but so is reaching out to your community's calendar of events!
Yes, you are our resident expert for it! :)
I was able to sit in with another Ts class as they interviewed engineers from last week. Awesome resource!
A6 There's a lot of variability. Some schools lock down tight whilst others' social media barn doors are wide open.
ELA folks reach out to Jesse on this, great opportunity to connect w/another classroom! https://t.co/g8Qox40Skt
A7 I'd love to find another ELA classroom to connect with and share a discussion of reading/writing. They need to know it's real
A7: Global read aloud, classroom, are all events that have Ss sharing their learning
A6: & help kids see what's happening in classrooms all over & even in our neighboring cities!
I use Twitter for exit tickets. Just an idea.
Headed out a little early to get things ready for our week. Can't wait to share tour of new classroom this week!
Love the ideas for connecting being shared on tonight!!
I always teach a lesson on domain names and what kind of information they have.
Yes, connecting with the community makes it relevant & real-life for your students. https://t.co/rbbMwg1Wnv
A7: Any kind of "Global (whatever) Day" is great, but so is reaching out to your community's calendar of events!
DM me... we can set something up.
Choose from a few days that work for you first.
Thanks for the Shout Out Lots of ways to connect w/ engineers this week for Check out the
Thanks and for a wonderful chat! You guys are amazing! Have a great week,
have a great week! Thank you for joining us tonight.
a7: you can view upcoming sessions calendar and get updates on upcoming events that you can join in on (on the fly!)
A7: upcoming google hangout in DC-sharing our headband strategy for 2D/3D shapes
This group believes in critical digital literacy. This is an important topic in classrooms today!! https://t.co/BPnAKvDxUn
I LOVE THE ADMIRATION OF SOCIAL MEDIA IN CLASSROOMS FROM THE EDUCATORS OF TEXAS!!!!! ROCKS!!!!!
I use blogs for student book reviews, Instagram to show what's going on in the library.
Fabulous chat everyone! Thanks and for moderating tonight
A7 is GREAT place for Ss to join the convo with their Ps. 2/27 in Grand Prairie & 3/05 in Frisco
How do you use buncee to connect?
I love the writing example you & your Ss have given my classroom through GHO https://t.co/6iaCdqxU8Q
A7 I'd love to find another ELA classroom to connect with and share a discussion of reading/writing. They need to know it's real
A7 Loved using GHO to connect few of my 9th ELA Ss with 's 4th graders to talk about writing. It was a surreal moment
A7: My Ss love completing and sharing the weekly challenges provided by .
any day but tomorrow is great!
And I use to show student learning at our school
Thanks for being here! Can't wait to see your new space!
A6 low tech answ - juggling is a skill, when learned in groups allow for passing, patterns, and interconnected was ;)
it gives Ss a chance to digest before saying whether they understand.
Local author events are a great way to connect aspiring writers. The best connections are fostered by teacher to teacher efforts
A7 Oct 22 in is a great place to see how others are connecting their classroom and Ss
GREAT IDEA... Have high schoolers connect with elementary kids! Kids teaching kids! https://t.co/uPOPHScTso
A7 Loved using GHO to connect few of my 9th ELA Ss with 's 4th graders to talk about writing. It was a surreal moment
That's the way it is! Learning from each other, then passing it on!
A7 Global Classrooms - You can play KaHoot with another class
Checking out early Great discussion 2night!
A7: Design Thinking projects that connect to our community. Currently my innovators are performing Spoken Word Poems.
Yay! Connections being made!
can we do this?! Maybe next week!!!
There are so many local connections we often over look. Great reminder.
Q8: Now that you've knocked down the walls, what is a connection you will be making for your students this week?
Try Quizizz, also. Occasional change from Kahoot to keep it fresh.
Here is Q8 ---->>> https://t.co/n0MqGcaSoh
Q8: Now that you've knocked down the walls, what is a connection you will be making for your students this week?
I just had a talk with my principal about students on inappropriate websites. I think we need to educate not block.
Q8 retweet --->> https://t.co/d9OryFJzKt
Q8: Now that you've knocked down the walls, what is a connection you will be making for your students this week?
Sure, shoot me an email, and we can try to set something up.
Dang, joining in at the tail end of the conversation. But looks like we're talking social media?
Thank you for Q7! Awesome connections being shared!
A8) We'll be doing working on a mystery skype this week! :)
Great schools obsess about their students, not their test scores.
Talking about connecting students outside the walls of the classroom. It will be archived. :)
I really like using Kahoot as well.
connecting ahead of major transition like elementary to middle and middle to high might help tons
in directly, yes. We are talking connected classrooms. It's never too late to join
Connecting & help learners learn outside the classroom/globally Thom, thnx for jumping in!
Let's all GHO together! I can send a calendar invite on Monday! https://t.co/GXnZIKOinz
can we do this?! Maybe next week!!!
My Ss are writing poems for a competition; could we Skype and have them read them to your Ss for feedback??
A8 I am having a lunch meeting for helping plan that will benefit our Ss thru T learning opportunities
A8: I am connecting with my Ss from home and doing flipped learning due to a ruptured Achilles tendon. TY
Ah, Thanks! Being a GAFE school helps in that we're all connected through a unified email system. Not groundbreaking but good!
We shared projects created w/ Buncee in a global project
A8: Can I worry about them turning their work in instead? :) But for real, I might have them find a history account to follow
Great use of connections, but so sorry about the injury!
That sounds like fun. Shoot me an email @ jjames@weatherfordisd.com, and let's try to make a connection.
A8 Going to encourage parents to attend an soon w/their kids. Also planning to take my kiddos https://t.co/e7IumLkUwD
Q8: Now that you've knocked down the walls, what is a connection you will be making for your students this week?
This couldn't be more true. Be the change you want to see.
I've taken to vlogging both in and out of the classroom. Many of my vids that are meant for other Ts end up getting watched by Ss
How neat, I love that idea. I love
Why not use to assess learning after connecting with professional?
A7: Hour of Code would be a nice time of year to make a connection. Near an author's birthday would be fun.
A8: Now I won't be able to sleep! Wheels are spinning!
A8: and I are connecting over writing this week
I just tried having my Ss Vlog on Friday... It's a work in progress.
A8:Want to start a and a Skype experience with an expert for our class.
Love this idea! https://t.co/V9FsxojkCp
A8 Going to encourage parents to attend an soon w/their kids. Also planning to take my kiddos https://t.co/e7IumLkUwD
Q8: Now that you've knocked down the walls, what is a connection you will be making for your students this week?
was so kind to Skype in w/ our students to help them learn the tool!
One of my student's last name is Boldt and she draws a little lightening bolt next to her name every time :)
a8: we will be FaceTime-ing with an Interior Designer to discuss how she uses the concept of ‘surface area’ in her job every day
Easy enough to use- type in the questions as the Ss interact.
A7: I'm excited that my Aquatic Sci Ss will have a Skype session this wk with a PhD student in Hawaii looking at coral reefs.
I would love to check out your videos. Where can I find them?
Now this... is an authentic audience! https://t.co/2pLSn16cNj
A3) One of most memorable moments in classroom when an astronaut tweeted us an answer to our question. Kids framed the tweet.
Really? In the classroom? Out of it? Do they have their own YouTube channels or one class channel?
A8: Hitting up ! Also, connecting w/ on innovative spaces for my Ss .
Thanks for an awesome chat! Good night PLN! 😴
Who uses Kahoot, TodaysMeet, Edmodo in classrooms? Great social media tools!!!
A8: working on signs in the community
when we got started skyped with us as well. Great folks.
^DHEngaging PowerPoint/Keynote Presentation World History Patterns of Interaction "Feudalism In Europe" https://t.co/6q6ethUes5
A8: We are having the mayor visit our third graders Thursday to discuss government elections
Hah I am with you!! I am looking up apps and websites as we speak and cant keep up with the tweetdeck! https://t.co/96CMpGfxqT
A8: Now I won't be able to sleep! Wheels are spinning!
Thanks for the great dialogue tonight everyone! Have a great week!
Just to their google drive using screencastify in class. They share it with other Ss in district. Would like to expand
A8. I'm going to review chat's archive for ideas but I loved idea of Twitter exit tickets to learning
Would you like to join in a GHO? I can add you in as well - DM me your info https://t.co/0ggfJDM9Bi
If someone creates a google doc, we can pick a time and day that works too connect.
A8+1 Encouraging more Ts to model how to be connected learners for our Ss also
Is it of themselves reflecting on the week? ?
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As Seniors prepare for their next steps, SM management is a must do thought, not a luxury item, to create a professional profile
We started with modeling how to solve fraction word problems then reflecting on their work.
Already excited as a math/science coach at a STEM school. Can't wait to look & share. Thank you!
Thx & for the engaging convo's!
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For those who want to connect with Ss on Instagram, their latest update lets you switch between accts easily. I have a class acct
Thank you for the great chat. Have a wonderful week!
Love it! Might be a good connection for your project. Maybe would consider?
Thank you so much for leading us in a wonderful conversation tonight & Greatly appreciated!
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Do not forget to follow all of those you learned with tonight
Awesome! Let me know if you have any feedback :D
Yes, thank you! My mind is racing and I'm excited to start the week. Love the ideas and enthusiasm shared https://t.co/R8vL3GA7oE
Thank you & ! Great connections made tonight!
Thank you for having us! What an great conversation.
Thank you so much for joining us tonight! Opportunities to connect are everywhere! Knock those walls down!
A7 Connecting for international Dot day.
Thank you! I look forward to learning more with you.
This looks like a great chat! next Sunday at 8 pm https://t.co/rE6nvEyJE5
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Thank you - realizing as a tech coach I need to suggest more collaboration opportunities- thanks for challenging me tonight
So much fun! Thank you for inviting us!
Have a great week everyone!
Was a lively last 4 minutes to join in :D
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Thanks! and Another great chat!
Thanks lots of great ideas. Need to go back and read all of them:)
