#SquirrelsChat Archive

#SquirrelsChat meets once a month at 8:00 p.m. EST to discuss education technology and tools, professional development and technology integration. This chat is moderated by Squirrels LLC, creators of classroom screen-mirroring solutions Reflector 2, ClassHub, AirParrot 2 and Ditto.

Thursday November 16, 2017
8:00 PM EST

  • kellyrexine Nov 16 @ 8:00 PM EST
    💥 Welcome to #Squirrelschat everyone! @Squirrels
  • participatechat Nov 16 @ 8:00 PM EST
    Participate in the upcoming #SquirrelsChat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/EpZPMA3aFR
  • ClaudioZavalaJr Nov 16 @ 8:00 PM EST
    Hello all, Claudio Zavala Jr. Instructional Technology Coordinator from @DvilleTech one thing that has changed since starting my career is myself. #squirrelschat
  • kellyrexine Nov 16 @ 8:01 PM EST
    👨🏼‍💻 Kelly Rexine, IT Specialist for the state of North Dakota, the introduction of devices that connect us to the world has changed how I teach & students learn today. The access to technology is far greater than I ever had growing up! #SquirrelsChat
  • Squirrels - Moderator Nov 16 @ 8:01 PM EST
    #SquirrelsChat has officially started! Feel free to join in, educators!
  • LLacrosse Nov 16 @ 8:01 PM EST
    Hi everyone! Leah from Ohio. 8th grade science teacher. The way our students interact with content/text has completely shifted in the last 20 years. :) #SquirrelsChat
  • emilycarle Nov 16 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Hi #squirrelschat! I'm Emily from Squirrels and I just finished watching #Jeopardy tonight and was surprised none of the contestants knew the iPhone was named Invention of the Year in 2007. Anyone else feel REAL smart when they outsmart people on Jeopardy?! 🤓
    In reply to @kellyrexine, @Squirrels
  • apsitnatasha Nov 16 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Natasha Rachell, Digital Learning Specialist from Atlanta Public Schools. One thing that's changed is more access to technology! #SquirrelsChat
  • mrskalthoff Nov 16 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Angie - technology integrationist in MN- the price of computers & tablets making them more accessiable. #squirrelschat
  • ApsitRosalyn Nov 16 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Rosalyn, a Digital Learning Specialist for Literacy in Atlanta Public Schools #squirrelschat
  • kellyrexine Nov 16 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Question 1️⃣ @squirrels #SquirrelsChat
  • BorkJanis Nov 16 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Q1-Janis from MI. FT ITC at a K8 school. Biggest change is the Technology. Went from a school computer lab 1 a week for Ss to having iPads and laptops in classrooms. Techno-babies arrive to K ready to use. #Squirrelschat
  • ApsitRosalyn Nov 16 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Rosalyn, in Atlanta Public Schools, Literacy Digital Learning Specialist, Students have access to high quality mobile devices around the clock, so their expectations have changed. #squirrelschat
  • kellyrexine Nov 16 @ 8:06 PM EST
    A1: I believe student teachers need more time within a classroom. More time gives student teachers more authentic experiences. #Squirrelschat
  • mrskalthoff Nov 16 @ 8:06 PM EST
    Ohhhh @dianafenton1 this question was made for you! #squirrelschat
    In reply to @kellyrexine, @Squirrels, @dianafenton1
  • emilycarle Nov 16 @ 8:06 PM EST
    To actually share what I'm supposed to for this intro ... One thing that has changed in education is the focus on the individual learner. We may still have a long way to go, but I also see a lot of growth over the last decade. #squirrelschat
  • LLacrosse Nov 16 @ 8:06 PM EST
    A1: I hope new teachers are getting instruction on how to build a learning COMMUNITY. We no longer disseminate information. We build understanding together. #SquirrelsChat
  • ApsitRosalyn Nov 16 @ 8:06 PM EST
    A1: Teacher prep courses in college need to focus more on adding digital resources to the training, Schools need to support new teachers in the use of tech for instruction #squirrelschat
  • apsitnatasha Nov 16 @ 8:07 PM EST
    A1: New teachers need to be prepared to tackle the digital divide. Not just access to technology but how to effectively and actively use the technology! #SquirrelsChat
  • Squirrels - Moderator Nov 16 @ 8:07 PM EST
    On to question one, #SquirrelsChat participants!
  • LLacrosse Nov 16 @ 8:07 PM EST
    Those experiences should be at all levels too. They need to see the learner at various stages. Where they have been, are, and where going. #SquirrelsChat
    In reply to @kellyrexine
  • beckyshy Nov 16 @ 8:07 PM EST
    Becky, Director of PD @squirrels, just a little tardy for the party! #squirrelschat
  • mrskalthoff Nov 16 @ 8:08 PM EST
    A1. Knowing that you don’t have to have all of the answers but can support learners through discovering and being open to bringing new ideas into your classroom based on student interests #squirrelschat
  • Brown_SHS Nov 16 @ 8:08 PM EST
    Hi I'm Corbin from MI and I teach three four different levels of high school physics. #squirrelschat
  • BorkJanis Nov 16 @ 8:09 PM EST
    Q2- New Ts to our school really don’t have a set of apps or websites ready to integrate into curriculum. Having that knowledge would help with that overwhelmed feeling that comes with first year. #Squirrelschat
  • Squirrels - Moderator Nov 16 @ 8:09 PM EST
    Hi Janis! Yes! Technology has created a MAJOR shift in education. It's interesting to see how familiar students are with tech at such a young age. #SquirrelsChat
    In reply to @BorkJanis
  • ClaudioZavalaJr Nov 16 @ 8:10 PM EST
    A1: Several shifts: 1. How to maneuver social media as a teacher 2. Use technology as a tool 3. You are the guide on the side, not the sage on stage #squirrelschat
  • mrskalthoff Nov 16 @ 8:10 PM EST
    It’s #squirrelschat night and the first question made me think of all of the great things you are doing with your preservice teachers!
    In reply to @dianafenton1, @kellyrexine, @Squirrels
  • emilycarle Nov 16 @ 8:10 PM EST
    A1: I was just talking to @JenWilliamsEdu about this idea this week. She sees the drop off in excitement and enthusiasm from student teachers to new professionals. How can we keep new teachers from being jaded about the world of education? #squirrelschat
    In reply to @kellyrexine, @Squirrels, @JenWilliamsEdu
  • kellyrexine Nov 16 @ 8:11 PM EST
    A1: I believe teachers need to have two things as educators: You need to have a growth mindset and you need to love kids. #SquirrelsChat
  • kellyrexine Nov 16 @ 8:11 PM EST
    I really like these 3 shifts for the future of education from @ClaudioZavalaJr #SquirrelsChat
    • ClaudioZavalaJr Nov 16 @ 8:10 PM EST
      A1: Several shifts: 1. How to maneuver social media as a teacher 2. Use technology as a tool 3. You are the guide on the side, not the sage on stage #squirrelschat
  • beckyshy Nov 16 @ 8:11 PM EST
    A1: More of a focus on how to teach kids soft skills like collaboration, adaptability, flexibility to prepare Ss for the future #squirrelschat
  • Brown_SHS Nov 16 @ 8:11 PM EST
    A1- Just have understanding that there are lots of different ways to get content across to Ss. That we need to find a way works for both Ts and Ss #SquirrelsChat
  • Squirrels - Moderator Nov 16 @ 8:13 PM EST
    So important! Technology is so much more transformative when there is a how and why behind it. #SquirrelsChat
    In reply to @apsitnatasha
  • kellyrexine Nov 16 @ 8:15 PM EST
    Question 2️⃣ @squirrels #SquirrelsChat
  • kellyrexine Nov 16 @ 8:15 PM EST
    Excellent point @beckyshy I will highlight this later in #SquirrelsChat
    • beckyshy Nov 16 @ 8:11 PM EST
      A1: More of a focus on how to teach kids soft skills like collaboration, adaptability, flexibility to prepare Ss for the future #squirrelschat
  • kellyrexine Nov 16 @ 8:16 PM EST
    A2: Here are some great #edtech tools to support the four c's #SquirrelsChat Collaboration: @padlet @TodaysMeet @Seesaw Creativity: @Canva @pixlrexpress Critical Thinking: @KidblogDotOrg @breakoutEDU Communication: @RemindHQ @Flipgrid
  • BorkJanis Nov 16 @ 8:16 PM EST
    The Technology we use is so different today-many veterans struggle using it, doesn’t come naturally to them like their students. #SquirrelsChat
  • apsitnatasha Nov 16 @ 8:16 PM EST
    A2: ANY piece of technology will help teachers ad students shift education toward the 4 C's. It's not about the tool, it's about how it's used. Having a "piece" of technology is NEVER the answer! It's all about the HOW and WHAT you do with it! #SquirrelsChat
  • LLacrosse Nov 16 @ 8:16 PM EST
    A2: I have found the use of iPads & Reflector to be the best partners in science. We dig deeper, collect evidence, build amazing representations of learning, and share on the big screen easily. #SquirrelsChat
  • mrskalthoff Nov 16 @ 8:17 PM EST
    Yes! Do you have a favorite lesson or resource that you would recommend!? #Squirrelschat
    In reply to @beckyshy
  • beckyshy Nov 16 @ 8:17 PM EST
    A2: Any tool that allows the student to be in the driver's seat is great for promoting the four C's! #squirrelschat
  • LLacrosse Nov 16 @ 8:18 PM EST
    A2: @padlet #clipsapp @Flipgrid @SpheroEdu just a couple of faves! Used all three in a collaboration with @rperry209 class in reading The Martian. #SquirrelsChat
  • Brown_SHS Nov 16 @ 8:18 PM EST
    A2- TONS and some can work against that if modeled correctly. Having students interact and use that to create and experience things that they wouldn't otherwise. @geogebra @Desmos @PhETsims #SquirrelsChat
  • emilycarle Nov 16 @ 8:18 PM EST
    Before I forget! Take a second to share a quick birthday wish with @KeirstenHeckel! She's the voice behind @Squirrels tonight (and y'know, everyday) and is celebrating her birthday with us tonight! #squirrelschat
  • mrskalthoff Nov 16 @ 8:18 PM EST
    A2- I am a fan of programs that help kids learn about coding to create @kodable @codeorg @WonderWorkshop #SquirrelsChat
  • BorkJanis Nov 16 @ 8:19 PM EST
    A2- My go to is @Seesaw. Not only can you create with it, collaborate, and app smash, but it connects school and home. High S interest and gives ownership of learning. #SquirrelsChat
  • mrskalthoff Nov 16 @ 8:19 PM EST
    Yes! @Flipgrid has really grown and given teachers some great tools! #Squirrelschat
    In reply to @LLacrosse, @padlet, @Flipgrid, @SpheroEdu, @rperry209, @Flipgrid
  • ClaudioZavalaJr Nov 16 @ 8:20 PM EST
  • ApsitRosalyn Nov 16 @ 8:20 PM EST
    Many, many tools can fit the role of encouraging Critical thinking, Creativity, Collaboration and Communication. Once we move beyond those that simply the "project onto the smart board" , we're halfway there. #SquirrelsChat
  • emilycarle Nov 16 @ 8:20 PM EST
    What?! Angie sharing coding resources?! Never woulda guessed 😜😄 #squirrelschat
    In reply to @mrskalthoff, @kodable, @codeorg, @WonderWorkshop
  • LLacrosse Nov 16 @ 8:20 PM EST
    Love the way students share ideas! Used to be ePals that connected my kids…now video is amazing too. #SquirrelsChat
    In reply to @mrskalthoff, @padlet, @Flipgrid, @SpheroEdu, @rperry209
  • emilycarle Nov 16 @ 8:21 PM EST
    It's a win-win-win-win-win! #squirrelschat
    In reply to @BorkJanis, @Seesaw
  • Squirrels - Moderator Nov 16 @ 8:21 PM EST
    Thank you so much! ☺️ It's meant to be that #SquirrelsChat fell on my birthday! No place I'd rather be! 🐿
    In reply to @emilycarle, @KeirstenHeckel
  • ApsitRosalyn Nov 16 @ 8:21 PM EST
    A2: Many, many tools can fit the role of encouraging Critical thinking, Creativity, Collaboration and Communication. Once we move beyond those that simply the "project onto the smart board" , we're halfway there. #SquirrelsChat
  • beckyshy Nov 16 @ 8:21 PM EST
    A few simple to implement strategies...give ambiguous guidelines & change rules & roles in the middle of an assignment! They are great ways to promote adaptability & prep Ss for the future workplace #squirrelschat
    In reply to @mrskalthoff
  • LLacrosse Nov 16 @ 8:22 PM EST
    @Seesaw may be my next adventure! I’ve heard really good things. :) #SquirrelsChat
    In reply to @BorkJanis, @Seesaw, @Seesaw
  • mrskalthoff Nov 16 @ 8:22 PM EST
    Yes! We use @seesaw too! @MrsGadtke has created awesome resources for teachers! Do you @borkjanis have any fav ways to help teachers get started!? #Squirrelschat
    In reply to @BorkJanis, @Seesaw, @Seesaw, @MrsGadtke, @BorkJanis
  • Brown_SHS Nov 16 @ 8:23 PM EST
    A2- And @GetKahoot @quizizz @polleverywhere for quick checks and reviews at home. #SquirrelsChat
  • kmurfitt1 Nov 16 @ 8:24 PM EST
    A1: A growth mindset but not an apology for age. Experience does not always make a great teacher...reflection does. #squirrelschat
  • kellyrexine Nov 16 @ 8:25 PM EST
    Question 3️⃣ @squirrels #SquirrelsChat
  • LLacrosse Nov 16 @ 8:25 PM EST
    @rperry209 had some great ideas to connect our kids. Cool communication with Ollie robot and @SpheroEdu app. Now, his kids are continuing the coding adventure! Good stuff! #SquirrelsChat
    In reply to @beckyshy, @Flipgrid, @SpheroEdu, @rperry209, @rperry209, @SpheroEdu
  • Squirrels - Moderator Nov 16 @ 8:25 PM EST
    Absolutely! What do you recommend? #SquirrelsChat
    In reply to @ApsitRosalyn
  • kellyrexine Nov 16 @ 8:26 PM EST
    A3: When I support educators I always use the word COULD instead of SHOULD. #SquirrelsChat
  • Brown_SHS Nov 16 @ 8:26 PM EST
    Q3 - By opening my door and talking about some of the projects and things we do in my class. I know I'm no where near perfect but I am trying new things often. #SquirrelsChat
  • LLacrosse Nov 16 @ 8:26 PM EST
    A3: I continually try to share student work on FaceBook, Twitter, and Instagram. The student stories sell the innovation. #SquirrelsChat
  • LLacrosse Nov 16 @ 8:27 PM EST
    A3: Also, work to connect each other. Together…we are better. #SquirrelsChat
  • apsitnatasha Nov 16 @ 8:28 PM EST
    A3: I always have success by modeling the behavior and assuring them that they are not alone. Showing them how easy it is. Making sure they feel 100% comfortable and supported. #SquirrelsChat
  • beckyshy Nov 16 @ 8:28 PM EST
    A3: As a leader, allowing yourself to fail in front of others can help teachers struggling with change feel more comfortable in taking risks #squirrelschat
  • emilycarle Nov 16 @ 8:28 PM EST
    What a wonderful way to reframe the conversation! I think this could (😆) work in every facet of life. There's never going to be one right way we should do things, but what could we do, given the right opportunity, resources, etc. #squirrelschat
    In reply to @kellyrexine
  • mrskalthoff Nov 16 @ 8:28 PM EST
    I know my #Squirrelschat friends can appreciate them! Not sure that my other friends appreciate them in our texts
    In reply to @emilycarle
  • LLacrosse Nov 16 @ 8:28 PM EST
    Sharing success AND failure. Super important. Celebrating all levels of “moving forward”. #SquirrelsChat
    In reply to @Brown_SHS
  • johnbriese Nov 16 @ 8:29 PM EST
    A3: Baby steps. Help with something small, then progress from there. Once they see results the change can snowball ☃️ #squirrelschat
  • Squirrels - Moderator Nov 16 @ 8:29 PM EST
    Team work makes the dream work! 😃 #SquirrelsChat
    In reply to @LLacrosse
  • BorkJanis Nov 16 @ 8:29 PM EST
    A3- My job lets me go into classes. @ReflectorApp makes teaching a new app to students amazingly easy! Most Ts are surprised how quickly Ss catch on. Gives them confidence. #SquirrelsChat
  • ClaudioZavalaJr Nov 16 @ 8:30 PM EST
    A3: Keep supporting them. Find ways to share ideas, tools, or tech that they may find useful. Most often, those that are unwilling just need to see value. If I can do that, hopefully change will come #squirrelschat
  • mrskalthoff Nov 16 @ 8:30 PM EST
    A3. I agree with many others posts tonight that sharing your journey with successes and failures helps #Squirrelschat
  • kellyrexine Nov 16 @ 8:31 PM EST
    A3: I believe if you have data/evidence a change is worth it -- those educators now may look at that change as being a possibility instead of a necessity. #SquirrelsChat
  • apslat Nov 16 @ 8:31 PM EST
    A1: simple technology class does not work anymore. Many prospective teachers come well equipped to integrate technology. Perhaps, more collaboration with educational technology leads would be more beneficial. #squirrelschat
  • beckyshy Nov 16 @ 8:31 PM EST
    Yes! taking a step back from the overwhelming big picture and just accomplishing one thing at a time! #squirrelschat
    In reply to @johnbriese
  • BorkJanis Nov 16 @ 8:32 PM EST
    Also, getting teachers to see tech not as an extra thing to do, but an instead of. #nomoreworksheets #SquirrelsChat
  • apslat Nov 16 @ 8:33 PM EST
    A2:I think it’s all in the usage of the tools and teacher styles. We as teachers have to learn to “let go” a little more and allow students to explore technology within safe parameters! #squirrelschat
  • Squirrels - Moderator Nov 16 @ 8:33 PM EST
    One step at a time! 👣 #SquirrelsChat
    In reply to @johnbriese
  • emilycarle Nov 16 @ 8:34 PM EST
    A3: Change is scary because we fear doing something wrong or making a mistake. I make mistakes and own up to them when working with others. Seeing that it is common and accepted can help warm others up to change #squirrelschat
    In reply to @kellyrexine, @Squirrels
  • johnbriese Nov 16 @ 8:34 PM EST
    Yes, all it takes is helping them see the value in one thing, then it is an easy sale #squirrelschat
    In reply to @BorkJanis
  • LLacrosse Nov 16 @ 8:34 PM EST
    Programming. My students work with block coding in @SpheroEdu app. Can use drawing or java script. Rich? #SquirrelsChat
    In reply to @MikeShawToday, @rperry209, @SpheroEdu, @SpheroEdu
  • kellyrexine Nov 16 @ 8:35 PM EST
    Question 4️⃣ @squirrels #SquirrelsChat
  • kellyrexine Nov 16 @ 8:36 PM EST
    A4: Bad teachers...I believe we need to fill our educational communities with nothing but the best teachers to support our kids' learning. #SquirrelsChat
  • emilycarle Nov 16 @ 8:36 PM EST
    Cue Jordin Sparks "One Step At A Time" 🎶 #squirrelschat
    In reply to @Squirrels, @johnbriese
  • apslat Nov 16 @ 8:36 PM EST
    A3: Continue to offer knowledge, guidance, and support! We are building 21st century learners. The days of the old still work in some cases but we must continue to push the enevelope. #squirrelschat
  • beckyshy Nov 16 @ 8:36 PM EST
    A4: The "traditional classroom", more flexible, collaborative and open spaces! #squirrelschat
  • LLacrosse Nov 16 @ 8:36 PM EST
    A4: I have wishful thinking that state testing will be excluded (or at least better) in the future. Such a disservice to our learners. #SquirrelsChat
  • Squirrels - Moderator Nov 16 @ 8:37 PM EST
    Changing this mindset is essential. Tech should not be thought of as a burden, but rather as a facilitator. #SquirrelsChat
    In reply to @BorkJanis
  • beckyshy Nov 16 @ 8:38 PM EST
    Statement of the year right here, I could not agree more! #squirrelschat
    • kellyrexine Nov 16 @ 8:36 PM EST
      A4: Bad teachers...I believe we need to fill our educational communities with nothing but the best teachers to support our kids' learning. #SquirrelsChat
  • apsitnatasha Nov 16 @ 8:39 PM EST
    A4: TEXTBOOKS!!! LOL I also see tech reluctant teachers having to either get on board or move on from the profession. We have to stay relevant with the world and truly prepare our students to be ready for their futures, NOT ours!!! #squirrelschat
  • Squirrels - Moderator Nov 16 @ 8:39 PM EST
    Only a few more #SquirrelsChat questions left, folks! Here's question four. ⬇️
  • johnbriese Nov 16 @ 8:39 PM EST
    A4: I would like to see the “cell phone jails” excluded and have more Ts find the educational value and resourcefulness of a tool our Ss will always have. #squirrelschat
  • ClaudioZavalaJr Nov 16 @ 8:40 PM EST
    A4: Wow...interesting Q! I see the shift to more handheld devices or 1:1 adoptions that will make interactive projectors or boards obsolete because we can easily share content & lessons to one another #squirrelschat
  • LLacrosse Nov 16 @ 8:40 PM EST
    I love making & using multi-touch books with my students. I wish we had 1:1 iPads so that our learning from textbooks could go there totally. #SquirrelsChat
    In reply to @apsitnatasha
  • BorkJanis Nov 16 @ 8:40 PM EST
    A4-Ss today have so much info at their fingertips, they don’t se need to memorize things. I see a shift in the amount of facts we throw at them to teaching them how to find information. #SquirrelsChat
  • kellyrexine Nov 16 @ 8:41 PM EST
    A4: I'm not sure how but, I do think education will rely less on standardized assessments as a form to get accepted into colleges. #SquirrelsChat
  • apsitnatasha Nov 16 @ 8:41 PM EST
    Wouldn't this be nice?!?!?! #squirrelschat
    • kellyrexine Nov 16 @ 8:41 PM EST
      A4: I'm not sure how but, I do think education will rely less on standardized assessments as a form to get accepted into colleges. #SquirrelsChat
  • mrskalthoff Nov 16 @ 8:41 PM EST
    A4. The front of the room. Starting to see it now. As a learner I like the flexiable feel with small group and montiors placed throughout #Squirrelschat
  • apsitnatasha Nov 16 @ 8:41 PM EST
    RIGHT! Because they can litterally Google anything!!!! #SquirrelsChat
    • BorkJanis Nov 16 @ 8:40 PM EST
      A4-Ss today have so much info at their fingertips, they don’t se need to memorize things. I see a shift in the amount of facts we throw at them to teaching them how to find information. #SquirrelsChat
  • Squirrels - Moderator Nov 16 @ 8:41 PM EST
    Can't imagine many students objecting to the removal of textbooks. 😆 #SquirrelsChat
    In reply to @apsitnatasha
  • apslat Nov 16 @ 8:42 PM EST
    A4: oh my lots of “hardware” and devices. We are already seeing schools go from desktops to “tablet” carts. Also, listening centers can also be accessed on tablets. #squirrelschat
  • LLacrosse Nov 16 @ 8:42 PM EST
    I have a class set. They are of mixed ages. So, struggling right now with them. My initial grant was from 2011. ;) I would love my school to go 1:1. We would rock that out!!! #SquirrelsChat
    In reply to @apsitnatasha, @DonorsChoose
  • beckyshy Nov 16 @ 8:42 PM EST
    Definitely! This shift is already happening thanks to the #OER movement! #squirrelschat
    In reply to @apsitnatasha
  • johnbriese Nov 16 @ 8:42 PM EST
    Yes! They need to know how to solve problems using the resources around them, not memorize everything. #SquirrelsChat
    In reply to @BorkJanis
  • LLacrosse Nov 16 @ 8:44 PM EST
    My students actually like making their own books for the iPad! @BookCreatorApp is a great app to start with. #ibooksauthorapp is my fave too! #SquirrelsChat
    In reply to @Squirrels, @apsitnatasha, @BookCreatorApp
  • kellyrexine Nov 16 @ 8:45 PM EST
    Question 5️⃣ @squirrels #SquirrelsChat
  • LLacrosse Nov 16 @ 8:45 PM EST
    A5: Excitement for learning, willingness to connect, expectation of growth! #SquirrelsChat
  • kellyrexine Nov 16 @ 8:46 PM EST
    A5: Relationships❗️ A great teacher/student relationship should always be a part of education. #SquirrelsChat
  • beckyshy Nov 16 @ 8:46 PM EST
    A5: Compassion, inclusiveness, and diversity #squirrelschat
  • RaymondAfrica Nov 16 @ 8:46 PM EST
    A1: provide training on tech use and enhance skills that develop teachers to demonstrate such 21st century skills needed by students. #squirrelschat
  • LLacrosse Nov 16 @ 8:46 PM EST
    #truth #SquirrelsChat
    • kellyrexine Nov 16 @ 8:46 PM EST
      A5: Relationships❗️ A great teacher/student relationship should always be a part of education. #SquirrelsChat
  • apsitnatasha Nov 16 @ 8:47 PM EST
    A5: The one thing that MUST remain constant is keeping kids first. If we lead with keeping kids first in EVERY decision and thing we do, we'll be just fine. #squirrelschat
  • apslat Nov 16 @ 8:47 PM EST
    A5: continue to build an understanding of the importance of technology.. #squirrelschat
  • mrskalthoff Nov 16 @ 8:47 PM EST
    A5. Relationships #Squirrelschat
  • BorkJanis Nov 16 @ 8:48 PM EST
    A5- That as teachers we are still learners first. We need to keep up on best practices as new technologies. We need to be brave and always look to the future not the past! #SquirrelsChat
  • johnbriese Nov 16 @ 8:48 PM EST
    Learning starts with relationships. Ss can learn so much more from someone they respect and admire than someone lecturing to them all day. #SquirrelsChat
    In reply to @kellyrexine
  • emilycarle Nov 16 @ 8:48 PM EST
    This speaks to my soul! Relationships are the foundation of everything I do. #squirrelschat
    In reply to @kellyrexine
  • Squirrels - Moderator Nov 16 @ 8:49 PM EST
    Nothing beats that - especially when those relationships last for years. I still have great relationships with many of my teachers from school. #SquirrelsChat
    In reply to @kellyrexine
  • kellyrexine Nov 16 @ 8:50 PM EST
    A5: Teaching and modeling students soft skills like: honesty, teamwork, respect, responsibility, patience, self-confidence, problem solving, time management, ownership, & compromise I believe will also be a part of education for a long time. #SquirrelsChat
  • ClaudioZavalaJr Nov 16 @ 8:50 PM EST
    A5: Definitely the focus on the learner & the amplification of #studentvoice #squirrelschat
  • johnbriese Nov 16 @ 8:51 PM EST
    Everyone should always be learning. My Ss taught me as much as I taught them sometimes. Always try to improve and learn from the people around you. #SquirrelsChat
  • RaymondAfrica Nov 16 @ 8:51 PM EST
    A2: Tablets and ipads in the classroom are game-changers. 4Cs are developed through enhancing student voice. Apps such as @Seesaw digital portfolio @DoInkTweets greenscreen @ReflectorApp mirroring @Flipgrid video discussion help my classroom to be more engaging #squirrelschat 🐿
  • Squirrels - Moderator Nov 16 @ 8:54 PM EST
    This is so true, John. Learning never stops! #SquirrelsChat
    In reply to @johnbriese
  • JessRob Nov 16 @ 8:54 PM EST
    Jessica Robinson, AP Lit & Gov, Tech Coach and I’m late just came from the gym 💪🏼- Biggest change has been influx of tech based technology tailored for the classroom. #squirrelschat
  • kellyrexine Nov 16 @ 8:55 PM EST
    🙌🏼 Thanks to all of you that participated and lurked during #SquirrelsChat tonight. Your students will reap all of the benefits! Also thanks to everyone at @squirrels for allowing me to moderate #SquirrelsChat tonight! @emilycarle @KeirstenHeckel
  • EduGladiators Nov 16 @ 8:55 PM EST
    🏁Join #EduGladiators SATURDAY as we wrap up our November series 🔑s to Success w/@brianrozinsky leading the convo on Driving Success! #globaledchat #kyedchat #LATICchat #langchat #mdeschat #mschat #UrbanEdChat #ChristianEducators #G2Great #SLPEdChat #SquirrelsChat #memspachat
  • JessRob Nov 16 @ 8:55 PM EST
    A1: New teachers need support. You don’t know what you don’t know. Mentors are key. The best thing my mentor told me was to get in other classrooms during my conference and explore what good Ts do well! #SquirrelsChat
  • LLacrosse Nov 16 @ 8:56 PM EST
    Thank you for leading the discussion! Great ideas & always keeps me moving forward. #SquirrelsChat Rocks!
    In reply to @kellyrexine, @Squirrels, @emilycarle, @KeirstenHeckel
  • RaymondAfrica Nov 16 @ 8:56 PM EST
    A3: Patience. I dealt with some educators during some workshops I conducted in our school and noticed those reluctant to accept this digital transformation. However, I remain patient and continue empowering ts until they fully embrace tech integration #squirrelschat
  • Squirrels - Moderator Nov 16 @ 8:57 PM EST
    Thank YOU for doing such an amazing job, tonight and always! Excellent conversation from an excellent teacher! 😃👏🏻✨#SquirrelsChat
    In reply to @kellyrexine, @emilycarle, @KeirstenHeckel
  • emilycarle Nov 16 @ 8:58 PM EST
    What a wonderfully inspirational discussion tonight! Thank you for leading, Kelly -- I'm so thankful for your insight and experience. I hope everyone enjoyed the conversation! #squirrelschat
    In reply to @kellyrexine, @Squirrels, @KeirstenHeckel
  • BorkJanis Nov 16 @ 8:58 PM EST
    Great chat @kellyrexine Thanks everyone for the inspiration! #SquirrelsChat
  • mrskalthoff Nov 16 @ 8:59 PM EST
    Have a great night @kellyrexinethanks for hosting #SquirrelsChat !! #seeyounextmonth