#worldgeochat Archive
#worldgeochat is a weekly chat focused on teaching geography and global studies. Chats vary between geography specific topics as well as general teaching and education topics. ALL are welcome in worldgeochat!
Tuesday October 10, 2017
9:00 PM EDT
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:00 PM EDT
Welcome to
#worldgeochat
, I'm Pete (from
#maine
) & I'm one of the moderators along w/
@cheffernan75
@jmgarner2003
@ecasey77
&
@SamMandeville
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:00 PM EDT
Welcome to the best little
#pln
on Twitter! Let's give a big
#worldgeochat
welcome to tonight's guest moderator,
@Newsela
!
#geography
#learn
participatechat
Oct 10 @ 9:00 PM EDT
Participate in the upcoming
#worldgeochat
by sharing resources and collaborating at
https://t.co/yNVPLpJlqY
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:01 PM EDT
Welcome all to
#worldgeochat
with special moderator
@Newsela
! I'm Sam from MA, 1/5 of your moderators! Can't wait for tonight!!
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:01 PM EDT
Some common curtesy norms to make our little
#worldgeochat
experience fun AND professional :)
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:01 PM EDT
Welcome
#worldgeochat
friends! I'm
@EmilyLepkowski1
a member of the educator team and former elementary educator.
bohndrake
Oct 10 @ 9:01 PM EDT
So much yes!!
#worldgeochat
simongerman600
Oct 10 @ 8:55 PM EDT
Gorgeous hand drawn pictorial wildlife
#map
of
#USA
. Source:
https://t.co/PSewNHdNo4
jmgarner2003
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:01 PM EDT
Welcome to
#worldgeochat
! I'm Jennifer from GA, co-moderator with
@GeoSpiegs
@cheffernan75
@ecasey77
and
@SamMandeville
.
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:01 PM EDT
So thankful to have you with us tonight,
@EmilyLepkowski1
! Thank you for hosting with us tonight at
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:01 PM EDT
Welcome
#worldgeochat
friends! I'm
@EmilyLepkowski1
a member of the educator team and former elementary educator.
jmgarner2003
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:01 PM EDT
A special welcome to our guest moderator tonight --
@Newsela
#worldgeochat
Ms_Mielke
Oct 10 @ 9:02 PM EDT
#Worldgeochat
is starting! Ladonna from
#SouthDakota
6-8 Social Studies
GeoJo22
Oct 10 @ 9:02 PM EDT
The Mod Squad!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @jmgarner2003, @GeoSpiegs, @cheffernan75, @ecasey77, @SamMandeville
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:02 PM EDT
Hi Ladonna! It's great to see you tonight for
#worldgeochat
In reply to @Ms_Mielke
bohndrake
Oct 10 @ 9:02 PM EDT
I'm putting the kiddos to bed but will check in when I can !
#worldgeochat
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:02 PM EDT
Hahaha YAY! So happy you're here, Jo!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @GeoJo22, @jmgarner2003, @GeoSpiegs, @cheffernan75, @ecasey77
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:03 PM EDT
a few more
#worldgeochat
tips to help make your experience more fun!
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:03 PM EDT
Hi
@bohndrake
! Welcome to
#worldgeochat
...we hope you share other cool maps tonight
mr_middle_2
Oct 10 @ 9:03 PM EDT
Hey
#worldgeochat
! Joining from Lancaster, PA here! MS SS Teacher here. Looking forward to learning with and from you all. :)
JeremyDBond
Oct 10 @ 9:03 PM EDT
It's like candy.
#worldgeochat
In reply to @bohndrake
JohnHonish
Oct 10 @ 9:03 PM EDT
John Honish, 7thgrade geography 8thgrade US History
@Turnerschools
Beloit, WI, USA
#worldgeochat
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:03 PM EDT
#worldgeochat
is a great
#pln
. So excited to have you here tonight!
In reply to @readeologist, @GeoSpiegs, @cheffernan75, @jmgarner2003, @ecasey77
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:03 PM EDT
Always great to see you Ladonna!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @Ms_Mielke
jmgarner2003
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:03 PM EDT
Hey Joanne! Glad to see you tonight.
#worldgeochat
In reply to @GeoJo22, @GeoSpiegs, @cheffernan75, @ecasey77, @SamMandeville
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:03 PM EDT
Hi
@Ms_Mielke
! Can't wait to learn from you this evening
#worldgeochat
Ms_Mielke
Oct 10 @ 9:02 PM EDT
#Worldgeochat
is starting! Ladonna from
#SouthDakota
6-8 Social Studies
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:03 PM EDT
Welcome to you,
@JeremyDBond
and
@JohnHonish
! It's so great having you all here tonight for
#worldgeochat
with
@Newsela
In reply to @mr_middle_2, @JeremyDBond, @JohnHonish, @Newsela
cheffernan75
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:03 PM EDT
Chris from Illinois - one of your
#worldgeochat
moderators. Will miss Q1, but will be back soon!
NatGeoEducation
Oct 10 @ 9:03 PM EDT
Hi,
#worldgeochat
&
@Newsela
pals! It's c/s from NG in DC.
AnnaMMills
Oct 10 @ 9:04 PM EDT
I'm Anna Mills, I teach 6th grade World Geo in West Bridgewater, MA. I'm so excited to learn about
@Newsela
tonight on
#worldgeochat
!
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:04 PM EDT
Hey John!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @JohnHonish, @Turnerschools
classroomtools
Oct 10 @ 9:04 PM EDT
Hi
#worldgeochat
, this is Bill Chapman, a retired secondary social studies teacher, checking in from Berkeley, CA.
MsTurner1027
Oct 10 @ 9:04 PM EDT
Hey
#worldgeochat
peeps! Kayla from Raleigh! HS history
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:04 PM EDT
Yay! So wonderful to have you join us, Caryl-Sue!!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @NatGeoEducation, @Newsela
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:04 PM EDT
yum
#worldgeochat
candy!!
In reply to @JeremyDBond, @bohndrake
GeoJo22
Oct 10 @ 9:04 PM EDT
Joanne from Missouri. 7th grade world history, 11th modern global issues.
#worldgeochat
CHuckeba
Oct 10 @ 9:04 PM EDT
Joining in
#worldgeochat
from Texas! Ready to learn new ideas from
@newsela
!
storiestoldinsf
Oct 10 @ 9:04 PM EDT
Jessica from IL - Instructional Specialist...taught 7th gr World Geo for 11 yrs before this year!
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:04 PM EDT
@mr_middle_
&
@JohnHonish
welcome! Love the middle school connection
#worldgeochat
readeologist
Oct 10 @ 9:04 PM EDT
Hi all, I'm Julie. Doctoral Candidate, MS educator, and Crazy Book Lady.
#worldgeochat
jmgarner2003
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:04 PM EDT
Welcome! Glad you are joining us tonight
#worldgeochat
In reply to @mr_middle_2
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:04 PM EDT
Hi Anna! I always love to see fellow MA teachers for
#worldgeochat
! Welcome!
In reply to @AnnaMMills, @Newsela
MsHolmesTeach
Oct 10 @ 9:04 PM EDT
Will be in/out, but have to stop by to give a "hi!" to my
#twittertwin
,
@SamMandeville
! Mary-Owen, 7th World History in TN.
#worldgeochat
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:04 PM EDT
Great to see you Louie!
#worldgeochat
welcome to the show :)
In reply to @mr_middle_2
JeremyDBond
Oct 10 @ 9:05 PM EDT
Jeremy in Connecticut. Parent, geography-major-turned-journalism-grad and MAN does
#worldgeochat
have an amazing topic two weeks in a row.
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:05 PM EDT
YAY YAY! Welcome back to you and
@classroomtools
for
#worldgeochat
In reply to @MsTurner1027, @classroomtools
jmgarner2003
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:05 PM EDT
Me, too! Glad you are here tonight
#worldgeochat
In reply to @AnnaMMills, @Newsela
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:05 PM EDT
š
@JeremyDBond
welcome to
#worldgeochat
MrHistory123
Oct 10 @ 9:05 PM EDT
Ben, TX, 6th SS teacher, still reeling from Kylo Ren contemplating killing his mom
#worldgeochat
jmgarner2003
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:05 PM EDT
Hey C/S! Glad you are here again tonight
#worldgeochat
In reply to @NatGeoEducation, @Newsela
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:05 PM EDT
Hey Bill! I was just reading up on some Google Earth stuff ;p
#worldgeochat
In reply to @classroomtools
eric_falls
Oct 10 @ 9:05 PM EDT
Eric, Olathe, ks 7th grade world geo
#worldgeochat
classroomtools
Oct 10 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Drink!!!!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @GeoSpiegs
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Q1: How are you and your students processing the latest news?
#worldgeochat
CoachHenkel
Oct 10 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Running into
#worldgeochat
a little late! Hi everyone! Kelly from Lake Zurich HS, Lake Zurich, IL. I teach AP Human Geography and US Hist!
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:06 PM EDT
#TWITTERTWIN
!!!! Welcome, lady! As always, it's so wonderful to see you
#worldgeochat
In reply to @MsHolmesTeach
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Hi Julie! Welcome to the
#worldgeochat
party :)
In reply to @readeologist
ArcangelAlvarad
Oct 10 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Hi,
#worldgeochat
& Newsela pals! It's c/s from NG in DC.
jmgarner2003
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:06 PM EDT
It's always a good night when
@JeremyDBond
is in the house!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @JeremyDBond, @JeremyDBond
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Q1 is on the way folks.... Welcome to those I haven't said hi to yet!
#worldgeochat
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Question 1
#worldgeochat
RT
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Q1: How are you and your students processing the latest news?
#worldgeochat
jmgarner2003
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Hey - from another Crazy Book Lady. Glad you are here tonight
#worldgeochat
In reply to @readeologist
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Our
@allinreading
are
@allincotillo
and
@allinoleary
! We love crazy reading ladies! Welcome
#worldgeochat
In reply to @readeologist, @allinreading, @allincotillo, @allinoleary
JeremyDBond
Oct 10 @ 9:07 PM EDT
š
#worldgeochat
In reply to @jmgarner2003
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:07 PM EDT
Not late, just in time
#worldgeochat
CoachHenkel
Oct 10 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Running into
#worldgeochat
a little late! Hi everyone! Kelly from Lake Zurich HS, Lake Zurich, IL. I teach AP Human Geography and US Hist!
mr_middle_2
Oct 10 @ 9:07 PM EDT
A1. Not the best in integrating... Ss complete a weekly Current Event reflection, but a very passive assignment...
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Q1: How are you and your students processing the latest news?
#worldgeochat
storiestoldinsf
Oct 10 @ 9:07 PM EDT
#worldgeochat
In reply to @MrHistory123
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:07 PM EDT
Great having you joining us tonight, Ben!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @MrHistory123
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:07 PM EDT
I've watched that preview about a dozen times already
#worldgeochat
In reply to @MrHistory123
jmgarner2003
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:07 PM EDT
Welcome Bill! Glad you joined us tonight.
#worldgeochat
In reply to @classroomtools
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:07 PM EDT
In case you missed it, let's chat latest news
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Q1: How are you and your students processing the latest news?
#worldgeochat
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:07 PM EDT
RT Q1
#worldgeochat
@Newsela
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Q1: How are you and your students processing the latest news?
#worldgeochat
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:07 PM EDT
I'm on it!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @classroomtools
JeremyDBond
Oct 10 @ 9:07 PM EDT
Always a pleasure. And you're all awesome too!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @Newsela
classroomtools
Oct 10 @ 9:07 PM EDT
A1 There must be good news in the world too, but hard to find it reported on NPR, much less the MSM.
#worldgeochat
jmgarner2003
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:08 PM EDT
Nice to see have you join us tonight
#worldgeochat
In reply to @MrHistory123
MsHolmesTeach
Oct 10 @ 9:08 PM EDT
#worldgeochat
#LeslieAndAnn
In reply to @SamMandeville
eric_falls
Oct 10 @ 9:08 PM EDT
A1 taking the time to really dive into news stories and connect them to history and the current world. Google earth is huge
#worldgeochat
JohnHonish
Oct 10 @ 9:08 PM EDT
A1 we use
@playfanschool
for global events and will be producing a mini show associated with it called
#FANschooLive
#worldgeochat
ShanaVWhite
Oct 10 @ 9:08 PM EDT
Not well. How could you really be okay if you care about humanity and justice?
#worldgeochat
In reply to @Newsela
classroomtools
Oct 10 @ 9:08 PM EDT
Thanks Jen. Happy to see you, the other mods, and all other
#worldgeochat
ers.
In reply to @jmgarner2003
EmilyLepkowski1
Oct 10 @ 9:08 PM EDT
A1: I worked with some teachers in
@PORTLANDPUBLIC
last week digesting the latest news. We charted our thoughts and feelings
#worldgeochat
MrHistory123
Oct 10 @ 9:08 PM EDT
A1: 1st and foremost, we're not afraid 2 discuss controversy. Some Ts shun it. :( 11YOs can be incredibly insightful!
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Q1: How are you and your students processing the latest news?
#worldgeochat
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:09 PM EDT
A1 So many Ss don't read/consume news. Opening their eyes to the world beyond their bubble is often heartbreaking for them.
#worldgeochat
jmgarner2003
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:09 PM EDT
Hi Eric!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @eric_falls
amyfchoi
Oct 10 @ 9:09 PM EDT
#worldgeochat
A1 would love to incorporate
#Catalonia
into my class this week but not finding many resources. Could use some help!
In reply to @Newsela
mr_middle_2
Oct 10 @ 9:09 PM EDT
Hard to find the balance by keeping them aware of reality but sheltering appropriately when it comes to current events...
#worldgeochat
In reply to @classroomtools
eric_falls
Oct 10 @ 9:09 PM EDT
A1 not just what is happening but why and how things are happening.
#worldgeochat
jmgarner2003
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:09 PM EDT
RT Q1 -
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Q1: How are you and your students processing the latest news?
#worldgeochat
CoachHenkel
Oct 10 @ 9:09 PM EDT
A1 LOTS of discussion. But like all things, we need to ask more Qs about the story and the multiple perspectives around it.
#worldgeochat
sanrau
Oct 10 @ 9:09 PM EDT
Hi,
#worldgeochat
& Newsela pals! It's c/s from NG in DC.
mrconrad_lhs
Oct 10 @ 9:09 PM EDT
A1: using
@playfanschool
as a vehicle to get kids to 'own' current events. excited to learn more about
@Newsela
#worldgeochat
In reply to @Newsela, @playfanschool, @Newsela
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:09 PM EDT
A1: Shining light on positivity and hope. Thank you
@TheEllenShow
for expressing love, not hate
#worldgeochat
https://t.co/JJyKYmyUvN
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:09 PM EDT
Maybe it is @ identifying good news in your community? I sometimes found stories in the free subway newspaper for students
#worldgeochat
In reply to @classroomtools
jmgarner2003
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:09 PM EDT
Hi Kelly! So glad you joined
#worldgeochat
tonight
In reply to @CoachHenkel
mr_middle_2
Oct 10 @ 9:09 PM EDT
Interesting! how do you integrate Google Earth with your Current Events?
#worldgeochat
In reply to @eric_falls
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:10 PM EDT
Have you tried BBCNews?
#worldgeochat
In reply to @amyfchoi, @Newsela
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:10 PM EDT
@marcf_t
: We'd love some resources of both sides for what is going on in Catalonia!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @amyfchoi, @Newsela, @marcf_t
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:10 PM EDT
Right, when is it appropriate to address this and how does it connect to subject matter?
#worldgeochat
mr_middle_2
Oct 10 @ 9:09 PM EDT
Hard to find the balance by keeping them aware of reality but sheltering appropriately when it comes to current events...
#worldgeochat
In reply to @classroomtools
classroomtools
Oct 10 @ 9:10 PM EDT
Hard to do in Berkeley where the Alt Right has chosen to make us a continuing target.
#worldgeochat
In reply to @Newsela
MsHolmesTeach
Oct 10 @ 9:10 PM EDT
We're focusing on the passing of history orally, and using the news as an examples to connect to 400s - 1500s in West Africa.
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Q1: How are you and your students processing the latest news?
#worldgeochat
NatGeoEducation
Oct 10 @ 9:10 PM EDT
We have a daily study guide, Current Event Connection. Lotsa good stuff!
#worldgeochat
https://t.co/0z6Wv2PzC3
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Q1: How are you and your students processing the latest news?
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:10 PM EDT
We'd love to know more about this
#worldgeochat
In reply to @mrconrad_lhs, @playfanschool
JohnHonish
Oct 10 @ 9:10 PM EDT
A1 cont. try to fit US news into historical context and teach 8th graders liberal v conservative viewpoints on many issues
#worldgeochat
GeoJo22
Oct 10 @ 9:10 PM EDT
A1 Me, in constant panic mode. My students, generally oblivious. Sad.
#worldgeochat
readeologist
Oct 10 @ 9:10 PM EDT
A1. The latest news is so heavy. I'm not even sure how I'm processing it all. I will be reading responses and hoping for hope.
#WorldGeoChat
In reply to @Newsela
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:11 PM EDT
Did someone say
@googleearth
who wasn't me?
#worldgeochat
In reply to @mr_middle_2, @eric_falls, @googleearth
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:11 PM EDT
Agreed. As much as I feel current events are crucial to understanding world geo, how do we not get too deep into controversy
#worldgeochat
In reply to @mr_middle_2, @classroomtools
MrHistory123
Oct 10 @ 9:11 PM EDT
WORD. Can't wait for this year's Spain unit.
#worldgeochat
In reply to @amyfchoi, @Newsela
jmgarner2003
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:11 PM EDT
Powerful way to process lots of events
#worldgeochat
In reply to @EmilyLepkowski1, @PORTLANDPUBLIC
ArcangelAlvarad
Oct 10 @ 9:11 PM EDT
We have a daily study guide, Current Event Connection. Lotsa good stuff!
#worldgeochat
https://t.co/jwulPIofdl
https://t.co/ei87UHVnlu
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Q1: How are you and your students processing the latest news?
#worldgeochat
classroomtools
Oct 10 @ 9:11 PM EDT
Everytime they show up, police helicopters circle for hours on end, and the sound of sirens fill the air.
#worldgeochat
In reply to @Newsela
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:11 PM EDT
Was hoping to start
@FANgeopolitics
this week, but I'm already behind and it's only October...
#worldgeochat
In reply to @mrconrad_lhs, @Newsela, @playfanschool, @FANgeopolitics
CHuckeba
Oct 10 @ 9:11 PM EDT
Good point! We definitely need 2 show multiple perspectives and bias in the news so students can learn all sides of the story!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @CoachHenkel
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:12 PM EDT
This text set can help you discuss some of the latest news:
https://t.co/S9cjiYt3Z9
#worldgeochat
JeremyDBond
Oct 10 @ 9:12 PM EDT
A1) As a parent, I bring up what's in the news and see if it's discussed in school. Not always. So I offer my perspective.
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Q1: How are you and your students processing the latest news?
#worldgeochat
le_reitz
Oct 10 @ 9:12 PM EDT
A1. Ellie from Illinois. Ss decide where they have interest or confusion. Use weekly articles from
@Newsela
to answer Qs
#worldgeochat
NatGeoEducation
Oct 10 @ 9:12 PM EDT
We'll see Catalonia and raise you Kurdistan.
#worldgeochat
https://t.co/Frlpc2Qkld
In reply to @amyfchoi, @Newsela
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:12 PM EDT
Caryl-Sue coming through with
@NatGeoEducation
resources!!
#worldgeochat
NatGeoEducation
Oct 10 @ 9:10 PM EDT
We have a daily study guide, Current Event Connection. Lotsa good stuff!
#worldgeochat
https://t.co/0z6Wv2PzC3
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Q1: How are you and your students processing the latest news?
#worldgeochat
mr_middle_2
Oct 10 @ 9:12 PM EDT
Love the connections made when teaching Middle East Geography!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @SamMandeville, @classroomtools
readeologist
Oct 10 @ 9:12 PM EDT
This is a good time to introduce emotional awareness and talk about feelings and empathy.
#SEL
#WorldGeoChat
In reply to @Newsela
Jdalgety22
Oct 10 @ 9:12 PM EDT
John from Syracuse NY A1 trying our best to understand and process
#worldgeochat
6thgradersrule
Oct 10 @ 9:13 PM EDT
#worldgeochat
a1 How we process latest news: Sad to say, but in snippets. Time is fleeting and there's so much material to cover in 47min.
mrconrad_lhs
Oct 10 @ 9:13 PM EDT
i also want to do some skype mystery chats, but am also behind...i wish i could have helped out tomorrow!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @SamMandeville, @Newsela, @playfanschool, @FANgeopolitics
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:13 PM EDT
A1 Processing comes in many forms empathy context empathy connections to our community (if any) empathy questions empathy
#worldgeochat
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:13 PM EDT
No worries! Reach out to me if you want to try a Mystery Skype! I'm always flexible!!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @mrconrad_lhs, @Newsela, @playfanschool, @FANgeopolitics
jmgarner2003
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:13 PM EDT
I'll be The Economist will have resources in the upcoming issue
#worldgeochat
@TheEconomist
In reply to @GeoSpiegs, @amyfchoi, @Newsela, @TheEconomist
CHuckeba
Oct 10 @ 9:13 PM EDT
Thanks for sharing
@NatGeoEducation
What a great resource!
#worldgeochat
NatGeoEducation
Oct 10 @ 9:10 PM EDT
We have a daily study guide, Current Event Connection. Lotsa good stuff!
#worldgeochat
https://t.co/0z6Wv2PzC3
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Q1: How are you and your students processing the latest news?
#worldgeochat
MrHistory123
Oct 10 @ 9:14 PM EDT
Those Ss quietly watch.After a few days,I ask them directly their thoughts. If they clam up, no prob. I know theyre absorbing.
#worldgeochat
In reply to @Ms_Mielke
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:14 PM EDT
processing isn't a 47min exercise. Fact Bomb
#worldgeochat
6thgradersrule
Oct 10 @ 9:13 PM EDT
#worldgeochat
a1 How we process latest news: Sad to say, but in snippets. Time is fleeting and there's so much material to cover in 47min.
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:14 PM EDT
Absolutely! Current events are a jumping point for understanding different cultures and ideals!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @readeologist, @Newsela
sanrau
Oct 10 @ 9:14 PM EDT
We have a daily study guide, Current Event Connection. Lotsa good stuff!
#worldgeochat
https://t.co/douVbuPCcV
https://t.co/pu8glBgb6O
sanrau
Oct 10 @ 9:14 PM EDT
amyfchoi Newsela We'll see Catalonia and raise you Kurdistan.
#worldgeochat
https://t.co/aTjlWAFMac
6thgradersrule
Oct 10 @ 9:14 PM EDT
#worldgeochat
a1 I still get the printed news paper to read and digest. Listen to
@NPR
and vet for the classroom as time allows.
jmgarner2003
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:14 PM EDT
Truth....
#worldgeochat
In reply to @GeoJo22
le_reitz
Oct 10 @ 9:14 PM EDT
Yes! Creating a safe space where Ss can address questions and share thoughts is so important!
#WorldGeoChat
In reply to @MrHistory123
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:14 PM EDT
giving time to process is so important
#worldgeochat
In reply to @MrHistory123, @Ms_Mielke
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:15 PM EDT
Wise words
#worldgeochat
How can we embed this cycle into instruction?
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:13 PM EDT
A1 Processing comes in many forms empathy context empathy connections to our community (if any) empathy questions empathy
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:15 PM EDT
Q2: What questions are students asking about the latest news?
#worldgeochat
AnnaMMills
Oct 10 @ 9:15 PM EDT
A1 I try to find news that relates to S's and to my unit, without being too depressing or too difficult to read. Not easy.
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:15 PM EDT
Q2 should be here soon...
#worldgeochat
eric_falls
Oct 10 @ 9:15 PM EDT
A1 love using CE as a starting point, hook. Also great practice for ss generating ?s and finding answers.
#worldgeochat
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:15 PM EDT
A2: Ss are genuinely curious about gun laws. They don't understand it. Ss are asking clarifying what they hear
#worldgeochat
In reply to @Newsela
jmgarner2003
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:16 PM EDT
I hear you! Did a Socratic Seminar today that was awesome -- really didn't have time to do it, but it was so awesome.
#worldgeochat
In reply to @SamMandeville, @mrconrad_lhs, @Newsela, @playfanschool, @FANgeopolitics
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:16 PM EDT
RT Q2
#worldgeochat
@Newsela
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:15 PM EDT
Q2: What questions are students asking about the latest news?
#worldgeochat
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:16 PM EDT
It starts from day 1. It is our responsibility to instill the drive to see things from multiple perspectives, constantly.
#worldgeochat
In reply to @Newsela
storiestoldinsf
Oct 10 @ 9:16 PM EDT
A2: "Am I going to be ok?" "What's going to happen?" "Is my family going to be ok?"
#worldgeochat
ArcangelAlvarad
Oct 10 @ 9:16 PM EDT
amyfchoi Newsela We'll see Catalonia and raise you Kurdistan.
#worldgeochat
https://t.co/WTeHEOKHHH
MsHolmesTeach
Oct 10 @ 9:16 PM EDT
YES!
#Catolinia
will be a big discussion during my Medieval/Renaissance in Europe units.
#worldgeochat
In reply to @MrHistory123, @amyfchoi, @Newsela
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:16 PM EDT
Question 2
#worldgeochat
RT
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:15 PM EDT
Q2: What questions are students asking about the latest news?
#worldgeochat
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:16 PM EDT
Wow! Such emotional and personal questions, Jessica!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @storiestoldinsf
mrconrad_lhs
Oct 10 @ 9:17 PM EDT
A2: is WWIII coming sooner than later? (in reference to NK...thanks rocket man)
#worldgeochat
In reply to @Newsela
MrHistory123
Oct 10 @ 9:17 PM EDT
We here in Texas are well versed. :)
#worldgeochat
In reply to @SamMandeville, @Newsela
Ms_Mielke
Oct 10 @ 9:17 PM EDT
#worldgeochat
I've got to get my
@FanSchool
going - so that way students will start tracking news.
JeremyDBond
Oct 10 @ 9:17 PM EDT
Man. What in particular? (If it's ok to share.)
#worldgeochat
In reply to @storiestoldinsf
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:17 PM EDT
And sometimes sitting in that state and being ok with discomfort
#worldgeochat
AnnaMMills
Oct 10 @ 9:15 PM EDT
A1 I try to find news that relates to S's and to my unit, without being too depressing or too difficult to read. Not easy.
#worldgeochat
jmgarner2003
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:17 PM EDT
Hi John! So glad you are joining
#worldgeochat
tonight.
In reply to @Jdalgety22
JohnHonish
Oct 10 @ 9:17 PM EDT
Q2 "are there more hurricanes now because of global warming?"
#worldgeochat
NatGeoEducation
Oct 10 @ 9:17 PM EDT
you get resources!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @SamMandeville
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:17 PM EDT
YES!!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @6thgradersrule
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:17 PM EDT
It's foreign soil to us folks in MA. Would love to connect and talk about gun safety for Mystery Skype and such
#worldgeochat
In reply to @MrHistory123, @Newsela
JohnHonish
Oct 10 @ 9:18 PM EDT
A2 "wait, the lady in Myanmar won a Nobel PEACE prize??"
#worldgeochat
MsHolmesTeach
Oct 10 @ 9:18 PM EDT
I just messed up that hashtag majorly.
#Catalonia
not whatever I put by typing too fast.
#worldgeochat
In reply to @MrHistory123, @amyfchoi, @Newsela
6thgradersrule
Oct 10 @ 9:18 PM EDT
#worldgeochat
a2 It's still about the hurricanes. So many have family/friends from Puerto Rico to Houston. All worried we'll get hit next.
NatGeoEducation
Oct 10 @ 9:18 PM EDT
Have you seen
@TeachMideast
?
#worldgeochat
In reply to @mr_middle_2, @SamMandeville, @classroomtools, @TeachMideast
JeremyDBond
Oct 10 @ 9:18 PM EDT
Are they confounded or just wondering?
#worldgeochat
In reply to @SamMandeville, @Newsela
GeoJo22
Oct 10 @ 9:18 PM EDT
Want to do
@FANgeopolitics
next semester. Trying to plan for it.
#worldgeochat
In reply to @SamMandeville, @mrconrad_lhs, @Newsela, @playfanschool, @FANgeopolitics, @FANgeopolitics
readeologist
Oct 10 @ 9:18 PM EDT
A2: "Who decides which news topics to talk the most about?" "Can it happen here?" "Are we going to be okay?" "What can we do?"
#worldgeochat
In reply to @Newsela
storiestoldinsf
Oct 10 @ 9:18 PM EDT
These have been directed to my husband, an ELL teacher, some of whose students may be undocumented.
#worldgeochat
In reply to @SamMandeville
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:18 PM EDT
Rightfully so, this could help them investigate more:
https://t.co/d6aEbXguUL
#worldgeochat
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:15 PM EDT
A2: Ss are genuinely curious about gun laws. They don't understand it. Ss are asking clarifying what they hear
#worldgeochat
In reply to @Newsela
glennw98
Oct 10 @ 9:18 PM EDT
A1 Wineburg's corroborating sources is a good thing. Different perspectives always a good idea.
#worldgeochat
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:18 PM EDT
A2: No one asking about refugees anymore. Hopefully our discussion and introduction for the
#SDGs
will help change that
#worldgeochat
jmgarner2003
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:19 PM EDT
RT Q2 -
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:15 PM EDT
Q2: What questions are students asking about the latest news?
#worldgeochat
sanrau
Oct 10 @ 9:19 PM EDT
SamMandeville you get resources!
#worldgeochat
https://t.co/nvC8PZdOpA
sanrau
Oct 10 @ 9:19 PM EDT
mr_middle_2 SamMandeville classroomtools Have you seen TeachMideast?
#worldgeochat
eric_falls
Oct 10 @ 9:19 PM EDT
A2 lots of NK why ?s. Lots of hurricane, earthquake, where, how ?s prob going to be talking forest fires over the next week.
#worldgeochat
cheffernan75
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:19 PM EDT
A2 Ss want to know why it is that people can't actually talk - everything in an argument!
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:15 PM EDT
Q2: What questions are students asking about the latest news?
#worldgeochat
6thgradersrule
Oct 10 @ 9:19 PM EDT
#worldgeochat
a2. Right now also learning limited/unlimited gov. Encouraging more about who runs our state & who wants to run our state.
killoughfmhs
Oct 10 @ 9:19 PM EDT
A2: most are curious about where we stand with NK..... Sorry for my late arrival! Amanda from Dallas,TX
#worldgeochat
In reply to @Newsela
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:19 PM EDT
a2 Where is it? What does it have 2 do with me? Are people OK? How can we help? Why is this happening? What is wrong w/people?
#worldgeochat
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:20 PM EDT
They don't understand why so many shootings are happening in the US and what we're doing to prevent it
#worldgeochat
In reply to @JeremyDBond, @Newsela
CHuckeba
Oct 10 @ 9:20 PM EDT
Oh that's a great idea Ladonna!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @Ms_Mielke, @CoachHenkel
glennw98
Oct 10 @ 9:20 PM EDT
A2 Hearing of good questions and concerns about fake news. Who to trust?
#worldgeochat
readeologist
Oct 10 @ 9:20 PM EDT
A2: "Why aren't we talking more about Puerto Rico?" Oops, that's not Ss asking that; it's me.
#WorldGeoChat
In reply to @Newsela
eric_falls
Oct 10 @ 9:20 PM EDT
A2 speaking of fire. Super super cool resource.
https://t.co/wEUVMJjedf
#worldgeochat
mrconrad_lhs
Oct 10 @ 9:20 PM EDT
if you need any resources, feel free to send me a message! š
#worldgeochat
In reply to @GeoJo22, @SamMandeville, @Newsela, @playfanschool, @FANgeopolitics
CoachHenkel
Oct 10 @ 9:20 PM EDT
A2 LOTS of clarity questions. Perfect moment to whip out google earth and provide context and ask more questions!
#worldgeochat
JeremyDBond
Oct 10 @ 9:20 PM EDT
A2) "Why is [name retracted] such a butt?"
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:15 PM EDT
Q2: What questions are students asking about the latest news?
#worldgeochat
6thgradersrule
Oct 10 @ 9:20 PM EDT
#worldgeochat
a2 They were interested that Tx gov election in 2018, 2022, 2026. Pres in 2020, 2024, 2028 and Mexico in 2018, 2024, 2030.
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:20 PM EDT
I teach ELL educators at Hunter College at night and these are the same questions coming from their students
#worldgeochat
In reply to @storiestoldinsf, @SamMandeville
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:21 PM EDT
What a great question!!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @cheffernan75
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:21 PM EDT
been there. done that.
#worldgeochat
In reply to @MsHolmesTeach, @MrHistory123, @amyfchoi, @Newsela
MsHolmesTeach
Oct 10 @ 9:21 PM EDT
Lots of questions about
#NorthKorea
,
#NFL
,
#LasVegasShooting
,
#PuertoRicoRelief
, and
#1stAmendment
.
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:15 PM EDT
Q2: What questions are students asking about the latest news?
#worldgeochat
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:21 PM EDT
Amanda! So great to see you tonight for
#worldgeochat
In reply to @killoughfmhs, @Newsela
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:21 PM EDT
Show them where it is taking place and the impact of these events on our spaces
#worldgeochat
CoachHenkel
Oct 10 @ 9:20 PM EDT
A2 LOTS of clarity questions. Perfect moment to whip out google earth and provide context and ask more questions!
#worldgeochat
glennw98
Oct 10 @ 9:21 PM EDT
Agree with
@GeoSpiegs
. Relevancy to kids is important.
#worldgeochat
GeoJo22
Oct 10 @ 9:21 PM EDT
We did modern maps of ancient civs and then I had them search for news stories from those places. We shared 'em on Schoology.
#worldgeochat
ArcangelAlvarad
Oct 10 @ 9:21 PM EDT
SamMandeville you get resources!
#worldgeochat
https://t.co/d2w1v9EFuF
MrHistory123
Oct 10 @ 9:21 PM EDT
Most of my Ss have guns n the house, as do I.
#worldgeochat
Id ā¤ļø to connect w/ you on this issue! The nation needs all the conv. it can get
In reply to @SamMandeville, @Newsela
ArcangelAlvarad
Oct 10 @ 9:21 PM EDT
mr_middle_2 SamMandeville classroomtools Have you seen TeachMideast?
#worldgeochat
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:22 PM EDT
Usually by March or April, right? Every year follows a similar trajectory
#worldgeochat
In reply to @Ms_Mielke
CHuckeba
Oct 10 @ 9:22 PM EDT
Hurricanes, wildfires, gun control, refugees (Rohingya), referendums, etc! So much going on!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @SamMandeville
DCPSMiddleELLs
Oct 10 @ 9:22 PM EDT
A2) we teach ELs, some ask if they are going to have to leave the country. They are worried about being separated from family
#worldgeochat
classroomtools
Oct 10 @ 9:22 PM EDT
The answer to that rests in Debra Tannen's marvelous book, The Argument Culture.
https://t.co/kbmicm8YIe
#worldgeochat
In reply to @SamMandeville, @cheffernan75
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:22 PM EDT
@GeoSpiegs
I love "What does it have to 2 with me?" How do we connect latest news to their lives? Empathy, connections...
#worldgeochat
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:22 PM EDT
What a powerful and emotional conversation to have with students.
#worldgeochat
In reply to @DCPSMiddleELLs
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:23 PM EDT
If it's not about them, then it's off their radar (far too often) it's our job to help them connect the dots back 2 their life
#worldgeochat
In reply to @glennw98
le_reitz
Oct 10 @ 9:23 PM EDT
A2. "Why are people doing these things?" We process but can't answer. It's hard; in their worlds, there's a "correct"response
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:23 PM EDT
Love the link to history. Contextualizing how we got here.
#worldgeochat
GeoJo22
Oct 10 @ 9:21 PM EDT
We did modern maps of ancient civs and then I had them search for news stories from those places. We shared 'em on Schoology.
#worldgeochat
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:23 PM EDT
Oh wow! This is powerful!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @CoachHenkel
AnnaMMills
Oct 10 @ 9:23 PM EDT
A2: S's want to know what's happening around them- when studying Hurricanes they wanted a status report each day!
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:24 PM EDT
Q3: What strategies are you relying on to have these discussions? How are you connecting it to geography?
#worldgeochat
jmgarner2003
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:24 PM EDT
What a cool way to connect current events with World History.
#worldgeochat
In reply to @GeoJo22
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:24 PM EDT
#worldgeochat
is on fire tonight!
LFU_MissCox
Oct 10 @ 9:24 PM EDT
hey
#worldgeochat
... jumping in a little late, so I'll definitely need to catch up!
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:24 PM EDT
I love this! Did Google glasses with some of my students and it brought spaces alive for sure
#worldgeochat
In reply to @SamMandeville, @CoachHenkel
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:24 PM EDT
@GeoSpiegs
I love the question about "What does this have to do with me?" That's a great conversation starter
#worldgeochat
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:24 PM EDT
you seem to have my teaching style figured out ;p
#worldgeochat
In reply to @Newsela
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:24 PM EDT
It's here....Q3...
#worldgeochat
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:24 PM EDT
YAY ASHLEY!!! Welcome and so good to see you!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @LFU_MissCox
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:25 PM EDT
RT Q3
#worldgeochat
@Newsela
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:24 PM EDT
Q3: What strategies are you relying on to have these discussions? How are you connecting it to geography?
#worldgeochat
ArcangelAlvarad
Oct 10 @ 9:25 PM EDT
SamMandeville you get resources!
#worldgeochat
https://t.co/d2w1v9EFuF
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:25 PM EDT
They are middle school kids.... soooooooo....
#worldgeochat
In reply to @SamMandeville
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:25 PM EDT
No worries, welcome š
#worldgeochat
In reply to @LFU_MissCox
jpbritton1
Oct 10 @ 9:25 PM EDT
#worldgeochat
jumping in for the first time...a little late
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:25 PM EDT
WELCOME!!! We're so happy you joined in!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @jpbritton1
jmgarner2003
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:25 PM EDT
RT Q3 -
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:24 PM EDT
Q3: What strategies are you relying on to have these discussions? How are you connecting it to geography?
#worldgeochat
glennw98
Oct 10 @ 9:26 PM EDT
@SamMandeville
@CoachHenkel
Agree - Google Cardboard and VR is awesome!
#streetview
and
#expeditions
great for context.
#worldgeochat
MrHistory123
Oct 10 @ 9:26 PM EDT
Welcome to the best social studies PLN on twitter. :)
#worldgeochat
In reply to @jpbritton1
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:26 PM EDT
A3: I'll admit, I'm extremely excited to say what people have for this. I'm still searching for solid strategies
#worldgeochat
mrterborg
Oct 10 @ 9:26 PM EDT
They're aware of what was happening in TX - 2nd grade students.
#worldgeochat
In reply to @Newsela
MsHolmesTeach
Oct 10 @ 9:26 PM EDT
Human geography is all over the news. Learning about our past connects us to our present & helps bring news in to context.
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:24 PM EDT
Q3: What strategies are you relying on to have these discussions? How are you connecting it to geography?
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:26 PM EDT
A2: Tracking where aid is coming from for recent natural disasters
#worldgeochat
JohnHonish
Oct 10 @ 9:26 PM EDT
A3 once again
@playfanschool
is my go-to. They see a country spike in points then try to figure out what happened there
#worldgeochat
JeremyDBond
Oct 10 @ 9:26 PM EDT
I'm thinking
#TakeAKnee
and police shootings to a white student population.
#worldgeochat
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:24 PM EDT
@GeoSpiegs
I love the question about "What does this have to do with me?" That's a great conversation starter
#worldgeochat
cheffernan75
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:27 PM EDT
Just rolling in
#worldgeochat
. Here are your current WC Qualifier scores.
LFU_MissCox
Oct 10 @ 9:27 PM EDT
A3: Socratic Seminars on current issues & connecting it to our current class novel (I am Malala), also free writes
#worldgeochat
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:27 PM EDT
A3: I can't wait to jump into current events and bring them to light with how they connect to geography
#worldgeochat
CoachHenkel
Oct 10 @ 9:27 PM EDT
A3 We rely on our ESPN tool in order to focus information and ask questions about specific pieces of the article/ clip.
#worldgeochat
glennw98
Oct 10 @ 9:27 PM EDT
A3 Love the flexibility of Google My Maps to provide visual to where events happen & connect them to place.
#worldgeochat
le_reitz
Oct 10 @ 9:27 PM EDT
A3. Lots of wandering 4 corners discussions. Ss move as they change their mind; it's ok to change your mind with new info
#worldgeochat
jmgarner2003
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:27 PM EDT
Jealous of everyone's VR activities. I've got to get some of those cardboard goggles!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @glennw98, @SamMandeville, @CoachHenkel
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:27 PM EDT
Of course! This is impacting their fellow Texans and families. Never too early to think about these topics
#worldgeochat
In reply to @mrterborg
6thgradersrule
Oct 10 @ 9:27 PM EDT
#worldgeochat
a3 I keep a running list between the classes. That way I can reflect on what's similar and what's unique. Gives me homework.
eric_falls
Oct 10 @ 9:27 PM EDT
A3. 3-2-1 three things learned, two questions, one opinion. So easy, always have to stop the convo. All ss can participate
#worldgeochat
cheffernan75
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:27 PM EDT
RT Q3
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:24 PM EDT
Q3: What strategies are you relying on to have these discussions? How are you connecting it to geography?
#worldgeochat
mrconrad_lhs
Oct 10 @ 9:27 PM EDT
A3: open friday discussions also students post current event summaries on
@schoology
discussion board & respond to classmates.
#worldgeochat
In reply to @Newsela, @Schoology
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:28 PM EDT
Do students try to jump to get that country on their team? How do you prevent this? How do you make it not about pts?
#worldgeochat
In reply to @JohnHonish, @playfanschool
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:28 PM EDT
and the fact the mymaps give students control over creating content
#worldgeochat
Let Ss voices be heard!
In reply to @glennw98
NatGeoEducation
Oct 10 @ 9:28 PM EDT
A2 Some of the most difficult ?s to navigate lately have to do with recognizing & acknowledging privilege.
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:15 PM EDT
Q2: What questions are students asking about the latest news?
#worldgeochat
JeremyDBond
Oct 10 @ 9:28 PM EDT
š¢
#worldgeochat
#WeLeadEd
DCPSMiddleELLs
Oct 10 @ 9:22 PM EDT
A2) we teach ELs, some ask if they are going to have to leave the country. They are worried about being separated from family
#worldgeochat
mrconrad_lhs
Oct 10 @ 9:28 PM EDT
ESPN tool?
#worldgeochat
In reply to @CoachHenkel
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:28 PM EDT
A3: Educators shared the Courageous Conversations framework with me last week:
https://t.co/7p02T8zXSR
#worldgeochat
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:28 PM EDT
Get up from my desk for a minute and then come back to this...
#worldgeochat
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:29 PM EDT
How do you make sure that all students participate and are actively engaged in the 4 corner activity?
#worldgeochat
In reply to @le_reitz
glennw98
Oct 10 @ 9:29 PM EDT
@eric_falls
A3. 3-2-1 three things learned, two questions, one opinion. Love this!
#worldgeochat
cheffernan75
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:29 PM EDT
A3 I love Socratic Seminars. Having Ss develop Qs before a discussion is great. Make them think before they respond.
#worldgeochat
JeremyDBond
Oct 10 @ 9:29 PM EDT
These are my own kids. There's plenty of political diversity here too.
#worldgeochat
In reply to @JohnHonish
jmgarner2003
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:30 PM EDT
3-2-1 is a favorite strategy. Love how flexible it is.
#worldgeochat
In reply to @eric_falls
MsIppolito
Oct 10 @ 9:30 PM EDT
A3 what questions do SS have about topics encourage use of q. Chart try to push inquiry into background to events
#worldgeochat
JeremyDBond
Oct 10 @ 9:30 PM EDT
What's that?
#worldgeochat
In reply to @Ms_Mielke, @glennw98
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:30 PM EDT
#worldgeochat
špaired texts
LFU_MissCox
Oct 10 @ 9:27 PM EDT
A3: Socratic Seminars on current issues & connecting it to our current class novel (I am Malala), also free writes
#worldgeochat
GeoJo22
Oct 10 @ 9:30 PM EDT
A2 They're not asking hard q's. Hopefully they're still processing. More interested in the science news on the Week in Rap.
#worldgeochat
6thgradersrule
Oct 10 @ 9:30 PM EDT
#worldgeochat
a3 Have a map up to show where we're talking about and the distance between us. We have to make the world a smaller place.
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:31 PM EDT
Yes I'm rather curious about this too!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @mrconrad_lhs, @CoachHenkel
CHuckeba
Oct 10 @ 9:31 PM EDT
Have you looked at NSRF protocols? Or I use this list a lot as well:
https://t.co/nxSIXWo0bF
#worldgeochat
In reply to @SamMandeville
GeoJo22
Oct 10 @ 9:31 PM EDT
so.far.behind
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:31 PM EDT
Writing on post-its and adding to the corners before chatting can work
#worldgeochat
In reply to @SamMandeville, @le_reitz
readeologist
Oct 10 @ 9:31 PM EDT
Thank you for sharing this treasure! This framework is loved by my mind, my heart, and my soul!
#WorldGeoChat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:28 PM EDT
A3: Educators shared the Courageous Conversations framework with me last week:
https://t.co/7p02T8zXSR
#worldgeochat
killoughfmhs
Oct 10 @ 9:31 PM EDT
A3:My English partner used
@Newsela
to help back up my AP Human Geo content, also constantly read/analyze articles using ESPN
#worldgeochat
In reply to @Newsela, @Newsela
storiestoldinsf
Oct 10 @ 9:31 PM EDT
A3: I think literature (picture books, novels, poetry) help facilitate discussion as well.
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:31 PM EDT
Love to know more about this as well....
#worldgeochat
In reply to @JeremyDBond, @Ms_Mielke, @glennw98
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:32 PM EDT
This is a WONDERFUL idea!!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @Newsela, @le_reitz
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:32 PM EDT
Hahaha I agree. I love points. Last year, though, students were more concerned about pts than the actual events...
#worldgeochat
In reply to @JohnHonish, @playfanschool
MsHolmesTeach
Oct 10 @ 9:32 PM EDT
We used a partner reading/summarizing strategy today to better understand a hard primary source. Works for current events too!
#worldgeochat
MsHolmesTeach
Oct 10 @ 2:23 PM EDT
Using āSay Somethingā partner-reading strategy to tackle āSundiata: An Epic of Old Maliā in
#worldhistory
today!
#depd
#growMaury
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:32 PM EDT
Excited to dig into these!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @CHuckeba, @SamMandeville
JeremyDBond
Oct 10 @ 9:32 PM EDT
Is this linked to a debate from the time of the Founders? Some of this issue is hypocritical--depends on what you care about.
#worldgeochat
In reply to @6thgradersrule
MsIppolito
Oct 10 @ 9:32 PM EDT
Me too
#worldgeochat
In reply to @GeoJo22
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:32 PM EDT
Perfect!! I'll take a look at them!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @CHuckeba
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:33 PM EDT
Q4: How do you deal with sensitive or political subjects? Does this change if they are close to home?
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:33 PM EDT
A3: Technology makes other cultures closer and offers spaces for more voices. This is a great practice
#worldgeochat
6thgradersrule
Oct 10 @ 9:30 PM EDT
#worldgeochat
a3 Have a map up to show where we're talking about and the distance between us. We have to make the world a smaller place.
glennw98
Oct 10 @ 9:33 PM EDT
@Ms_Mielke
What's that? An old post on My Maps:
https://t.co/7yw2aooqHT
#worldgeochat
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:33 PM EDT
Now you have to explain that to us, Ladonna!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @Newsela, @JeremyDBond, @Ms_Mielke, @glennw98
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:33 PM EDT
Evidence of a great discussion is that we always fall behind! So many wonderful points being made tonight with
#worldgeochat
and
@Newsela
GeoJo22
Oct 10 @ 9:31 PM EDT
so.far.behind
#worldgeochat
JeremyDBond
Oct 10 @ 9:33 PM EDT
Still wrapping my head around that. I did consider her a hero. The world's turned upside down.
#worldgeochat
In reply to @JohnHonish
MrHistory123
Oct 10 @ 9:33 PM EDT
A3: I literally have kids who lose family members to ICE raids. They come to class READY to discuss. Heavy stuff.
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:24 PM EDT
Q3: What strategies are you relying on to have these discussions? How are you connecting it to geography?
#worldgeochat
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:33 PM EDT
Question 4
#worldgeochat
RT
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:33 PM EDT
Q4: How do you deal with sensitive or political subjects? Does this change if they are close to home?
#worldgeochat
cheffernan75
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:34 PM EDT
A4 The only way to deal with these topics is through honesty. We have to call things as they are - no sugar coating.
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:33 PM EDT
Q4: How do you deal with sensitive or political subjects? Does this change if they are close to home?
#worldgeochat
readeologist
Oct 10 @ 9:34 PM EDT
Yes!
#kidlit
is a treasure trove of stories so Ss get into the shoes of those from other countries, cultures, circumstances.
#WorldGeoChat
storiestoldinsf
Oct 10 @ 9:31 PM EDT
A3: I think literature (picture books, novels, poetry) help facilitate discussion as well.
#worldgeochat
ShanaVWhite
Oct 10 @ 9:34 PM EDT
My own children have asked about 45, untruths, and 'mean' things he says. Also about injustice protest related to Black ppl
#worldgeochat
In reply to @Newsela
jmgarner2003
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:34 PM EDT
I think we are using I Am Malala in APHG in January. So excited to incorporate literature into APHG
#worldgeochat
In reply to @LFU_MissCox
GeoJo22
Oct 10 @ 9:34 PM EDT
Like! Thanks.
#worldgeochat
In reply to @CHuckeba, @SamMandeville
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:35 PM EDT
RT Q4
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:33 PM EDT
Q4: How do you deal with sensitive or political subjects? Does this change if they are close to home?
#worldgeochat
AnnaMMills
Oct 10 @ 9:35 PM EDT
A3: We focus on main ideas first and then jump right into geography: who and what are where? Why? We make connections& ask ?'s
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:35 PM EDT
Q4 has me thinking about Ss that are close to and a part of fires, hurricanes, earthquakes, shootings...
#worldgeochat
eric_falls
Oct 10 @ 9:35 PM EDT
A3 make impromptu Google earth tour as the week unfolds for quick reference. Give students links to
https://t.co/qGbTuek7uF
#worldgeochat
DCPSMiddleELLs
Oct 10 @ 9:35 PM EDT
A3) sometimes best 2 just āstopā the lesson & listen. Having a safe place 2 talk about scary things is a good lesson
#worldgeochat
MrHistory123
Oct 10 @ 9:35 PM EDT
A4: Oh yes. We deal w/ guns & Latin American immigration on a daily basis. Kids have REAL questions to help them cope w/ home.
#worldgeochat
MsHolmesTeach
Oct 10 @ 9:35 PM EDT
Be open to discussion. Set norms, Model civil discourse. Encourage researching multiple POVs/news sources.
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:33 PM EDT
Q4: How do you deal with sensitive or political subjects? Does this change if they are close to home?
#worldgeochat
storiestoldinsf
Oct 10 @ 9:35 PM EDT
A4: It is important that we model productive conversations abt sensitive/pol subjs b/c we need our future adults to do this!
#worldgeochat
NatGeoEducation
Oct 10 @ 9:35 PM EDT
Breaking a big story into smaller stories is great. What did
#Jeleme
actually say?
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:24 PM EDT
Q3: What strategies are you relying on to have these discussions? How are you connecting it to geography?
#worldgeochat
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:36 PM EDT
A4 I used to avoid them but then I realized that Ss want 2 ask questions + be taken seriously. So I let them lead the convo
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:36 PM EDT
Heavy stuff but worth a discussion. First, how can we support you and your family. Second, how can we take action?
#worldgeochat
In reply to @MrHistory123
6thgradersrule
Oct 10 @ 9:36 PM EDT
#worldgeochat
a4 sensitive political subjects... Our President is a sensitive subjects. More controversy in 9 mo then 16yrs of teaching.
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:36 PM EDT
GOLD STAR! Such wonderful things to keep in mind when discussing sensitive or political subjects
#worldgeochat
MsHolmesTeach
Oct 10 @ 9:35 PM EDT
Be open to discussion. Set norms, Model civil discourse. Encourage researching multiple POVs/news sources.
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:33 PM EDT
Q4: How do you deal with sensitive or political subjects? Does this change if they are close to home?
#worldgeochat
ArcangelAlvarad
Oct 10 @ 9:36 PM EDT
Breaking a big story into smaller stories is great. What did
#Jeleme
actually say?
#worldgeochat
https://t.co/XkpPerXGBh
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:24 PM EDT
Q3: What strategies are you relying on to have these discussions? How are you connecting it to geography?
#worldgeochat
classroomtools
Oct 10 @ 9:36 PM EDT
Indeed. Local news is reporting tonight that several Santa Rosa schools were completely destroyed by the fires raging there.
#worldgeochat
In reply to @Newsela
mrconrad_lhs
Oct 10 @ 9:36 PM EDT
A4: create circles (restorative) and/or collaborative opportunities to share, respect, and gain other perspectives.
#worldgeochat
In reply to @Newsela
cheffernan75
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:36 PM EDT
Sadly, the kids are so much better at this than adults are. They can disagree respectfully & listen to other POVs.
#worldgeochat
In reply to @MsHolmesTeach
eric_falls
Oct 10 @ 9:36 PM EDT
A4 don't avoid, make sure that ss know that there are opposing view points and perspectives up front.
#worldgeochat
JeremyDBond
Oct 10 @ 9:36 PM EDT
Massachusetts, meet Texas. Seriously, schools can bring people together. Meet 'em through tech.
#guncontrol
#worldgeochat
MrHistory123
Oct 10 @ 9:21 PM EDT
Most of my Ss have guns n the house, as do I.
#worldgeochat
Id ā¤ļø to connect w/ you on this issue! The nation needs all the conv. it can get
In reply to @SamMandeville, @Newsela
glennw98
Oct 10 @ 9:36 PM EDT
Q4
#essdack
PLC put together a Google Doc with suggestions and resources
https://t.co/sfZYPOEUOM
#worldgeochat
jmgarner2003
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:36 PM EDT
I never take sides, only address facts. This keeps the focus on their thinking, not mine.
#worldgeochat
In reply to @Newsela
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:36 PM EDT
It is sad, but is there a way to connect those 82pts to all the other stuff?
#worldgeochat
In reply to @JohnHonish, @SamMandeville, @playfanschool
eric_falls
Oct 10 @ 9:37 PM EDT
A4 make sure ss understand that when it comes to politics appx half of the people aren't going to agree with you
#worldgeochat
glennw98
Oct 10 @ 9:37 PM EDT
A4
#essdack
PLC put together a Google Doc with suggestions and resources
https://t.co/sfZYPOEUOM
#worldgeochat
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:37 PM EDT
A4: I'll be honest, I shy away from sensitive topics. Newer teacher still trying to get ground under my feet. But I hope 1/2
#worldgeochat
MsHolmesTeach
Oct 10 @ 9:37 PM EDT
Kids can be so insightful about the hardest current events. Gives me hope!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @cheffernan75
cheffernan75
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:37 PM EDT
It gets easier with age. :)
#worldgeochat
In reply to @SamMandeville
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:37 PM EDT
A4: ...to encourage inquiry, empathy, and build the foundation for personal research on current events
#worldgeochat
CoachHenkel
Oct 10 @ 9:37 PM EDT
A4 In geography class we are GEOGRAPHERS and must think and ask questions from the perspective of a geographer.
#worldgeochat
jpbritton1
Oct 10 @ 9:37 PM EDT
Q4: offer multiple perspectives, model honesty, create a safe environment for exploration of thoughts/opinions
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:37 PM EDT
We are thinking about ways to help schools in this area. We partnered to support schools impacted by the Hurricanes.
#worldgeochat
In reply to @classroomtools
jmgarner2003
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:38 PM EDT
We often forget to let students set norms for their own classrooms.
#worldgeochat
In reply to @MsHolmesTeach
aroadscholar
Oct 10 @ 9:38 PM EDT
A4. Great classes are built on trust & honesty. Sit students in circle & have honest & polite discussion! Listen to them.
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:33 PM EDT
Q4: How do you deal with sensitive or political subjects? Does this change if they are close to home?
#worldgeochat
johnston_jodie
Oct 10 @ 9:38 PM EDT
A4: Covering all sides and encouraging fact checking skills and fake news spotting are important in todayās climate.
#worldgeochat
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:35 PM EDT
RT Q4
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:33 PM EDT
Q4: How do you deal with sensitive or political subjects? Does this change if they are close to home?
#worldgeochat
MrHistory123
Oct 10 @ 9:38 PM EDT
Exactly right. My Ss (hopefully) know they can trust me and that the conversations we share will be supportive and helpful.
#worldgeochat
In reply to @Newsela
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:38 PM EDT
also it help keep Ss focused on their process/understanding from multiple perspectives
#worldgeochat
In reply to @jmgarner2003, @Newsela
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:38 PM EDT
Check this out!
#worldgeochat
glennw98
Oct 10 @ 9:37 PM EDT
A4
#essdack
PLC put together a Google Doc with suggestions and resources
https://t.co/sfZYPOEUOM
#worldgeochat
6thgradersrule
Oct 10 @ 9:38 PM EDT
#worldgeochat
a4 Hutto's just had a group of students kneel during the anthem. District's opening conversations.
JohnHonish
Oct 10 @ 9:38 PM EDT
A4 one of my favorite parts of teaching is playing devil's advocate. I make it clear that's what im doing at the end tho
#worldgeochat
cheffernan75
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:38 PM EDT
Totally agree. If we can keep them from being as divisive as the adults are, they can really change the world!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @MsHolmesTeach
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:39 PM EDT
and that is OK! Some topics I also stayed away from because I never felt comfortable. Have to pick and choose some battles
#worldgeochat
In reply to @SamMandeville
CHuckeba
Oct 10 @ 9:39 PM EDT
Setting norms, using sentence stems, and modeling good conversation is so important for kids to hear from adults!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @SamMandeville
ZahnerHistory
Oct 10 @ 9:39 PM EDT
Iāve taught in MA and TX. Two different places. Connecting would be great for both
#worldgeochat
In reply to @MrHistory123, @SamMandeville, @Newsela
JeremyDBond
Oct 10 @ 9:39 PM EDT
Impressive. Did you also discuss whether some make better activists than political leaders? Generals than presidents? (Grant)
#worldgeochat
In reply to @JohnHonish
storiestoldinsf
Oct 10 @ 9:39 PM EDT
Wow. Wow. Wow. Yes. This.
#worldgeochat
glennw98
Oct 10 @ 9:37 PM EDT
A4
#essdack
PLC put together a Google Doc with suggestions and resources
https://t.co/sfZYPOEUOM
#worldgeochat
sanrau
Oct 10 @ 9:39 PM EDT
Breaking a big story into smaller stories is great. What did
#Jeleme
actually say?
#worldgeochat
https://t.co/5vdnIbwZEA
sanrau
Oct 10 @ 9:39 PM EDT
RT Newsela: A3: Educators shared the Courageous Conversations framework with me last week:
https://t.co/0VPIIsBGbU
#worldgeochat
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:39 PM EDT
It starts with building trust
#worldgeochat
GOLD STAR!
MrHistory123
Oct 10 @ 9:38 PM EDT
Exactly right. My Ss (hopefully) know they can trust me and that the conversations we share will be supportive and helpful.
#worldgeochat
In reply to @Newsela
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:39 PM EDT
Sentence stems is a GREAT idea!!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @CHuckeba
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:39 PM EDT
From
@Tolerance_org
, this Let's talk guide helps do just this:
https://t.co/g3pux8sXxo
#worldgeochat
aroadscholar
Oct 10 @ 9:38 PM EDT
A4. Great classes are built on trust & honesty. Sit students in circle & have honest & polite discussion! Listen to them.
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:33 PM EDT
Q4: How do you deal with sensitive or political subjects? Does this change if they are close to home?
#worldgeochat
eric_falls
Oct 10 @ 9:40 PM EDT
A4 disagreeing appropriately and listening are crucial life skills. Ss need modeling and guidance on how to do this .
#worldgeochat
MrHistory123
Oct 10 @ 9:40 PM EDT
Heard one today, as a matter of fact. Sobering stuff. The kid was 6 when he crossed. Remembers every detail.
#worldgeochat
In reply to @CoachHenkel
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:40 PM EDT
You heard it here first
#worldgeochat
!
cheffernan75
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:38 PM EDT
Totally agree. If we can keep them from being as divisive as the adults are, they can really change the world!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @MsHolmesTeach
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:40 PM EDT
Devil's advocate is my absolute favorite role to play. So many wonderful & thoughtful conversations with Ss start like that
#worldgeochat
bohndrake
Oct 10 @ 9:41 PM EDT
A4- it's our role in social studies to deal with sensitive subjects, if we don't, who will? Always urging Ts not to shy away
#worldgeochat
ArcangelAlvarad
Oct 10 @ 9:41 PM EDT
RT Newsela: A3: Educators shared the Courageous Conversations framework with me last week:
https://t.co/UtsD3gVpw4
#worldgeochat
GeoJo22
Oct 10 @ 9:41 PM EDT
A4 Excellent question. It depends on the class, the issue. I listen, answer and ask questions. If emotions high, we stop.
#worldgeochat
johnston_jodie
Oct 10 @ 9:41 PM EDT
Two great chats
#Bvedchat
#worldgeochat
all while watching the USA soccer team. Tues night priorities ā„ļøā½ļøš»š
readeologist
Oct 10 @ 9:42 PM EDT
A4: Model perspective-taking. Be transparent about transformations and changing perspectives as I learn more about a topic.
#WorldGeoChat
In reply to @Newsela
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:42 PM EDT
Q5: How are you using maps to explain and to assess the latest news?
#worldgeochat
cheffernan75
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:42 PM EDT
It is making me sick. This game... Bleh.
#worldgeochat
In reply to @johnston_jodie
ms_rowan
Oct 10 @ 9:42 PM EDT
A4
#worldgeochat
Building a welcoming classroom environment is #1! In our diverse district,š£+šw/ empathy = learning & supportive Ss & Ts
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:42 PM EDT
RT Q5
#worldgeochat
@Newsela
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:42 PM EDT
Q5: How are you using maps to explain and to assess the latest news?
#worldgeochat
jmgarner2003
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:42 PM EDT
Use these with Soc Seminars. So helpful for students to focus on content and not how to frame an entire answer.
#worldgeochat
In reply to @SamMandeville, @CHuckeba
JeremyDBond
Oct 10 @ 9:42 PM EDT
That entered my mind as well. Figured it was implied!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @JohnHonish
AnnaMMills
Oct 10 @ 9:42 PM EDT
A4: Respect is key for sensitive topics. Let kids know the boundaries: it is okay to question or disagree but not attack.
#worldgeochat
LFU_MissCox
Oct 10 @ 9:42 PM EDT
It's so AWESOME! I love seeing how the Ss have grown in re: to writing discussion & research Qs through this unit!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @jmgarner2003
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:42 PM EDT
A5: GOOGLE EARTH?!
@GeoSpiegs
!!!! Hope you have your scotch ready!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @Newsela, @GeoSpiegs
MrHistory123
Oct 10 @ 9:43 PM EDT
PREACH! We have a crucial role to play... not just in our classroom, but in our communities.
#worldgeochat
bohndrake
Oct 10 @ 9:41 PM EDT
A4- it's our role in social studies to deal with sensitive subjects, if we don't, who will? Always urging Ts not to shy away
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:43 PM EDT
The place to do this work is the classroom. If we don't address these topics, we risk losing some Ss
#worldgeochat
bohndrake
Oct 10 @ 9:41 PM EDT
A4- it's our role in social studies to deal with sensitive subjects, if we don't, who will? Always urging Ts not to shy away
#worldgeochat
jmgarner2003
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:43 PM EDT
RT Q5
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:42 PM EDT
Q5: How are you using maps to explain and to assess the latest news?
#worldgeochat
LFU_MissCox
Oct 10 @ 9:43 PM EDT
A4: Ss should be able to discuss them openly, but there need to be norms for your discussion to prevent offensive remarks
#worldgeochat
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:43 PM EDT
A5: Combining Google MyMaps with summary writing. Locate where CE are happening. What's the relation to past CE?
#worldgeochat
bohndrake
Oct 10 @ 9:43 PM EDT
A5- well before and after maps of Puerto Rico are sobering and essential at the moment.
#worldgeochat
CoachHenkel
Oct 10 @ 9:43 PM EDT
A5 Google maps is my go to. VR is slowly working its way in and mapping news on my maps is my future goal!
#worldgeochat
storiestoldinsf
Oct 10 @ 9:44 PM EDT
A5:
@googleearth
has some powerful Voyager stories:
https://t.co/ztfYA5uGOT
#worldgeochat
MsHolmesTeach
Oct 10 @ 9:44 PM EDT
Have to run, but good to see you all! Come visit us in
#sschat
sometime!
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:44 PM EDT
Many great books out there about how soccer explains our world...and this:
https://t.co/0Z44Ss2uTG
#worldgeochat
In reply to @johnston_jodie
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:44 PM EDT
Question 5
#worldgeochat
RT
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:42 PM EDT
Q5: How are you using maps to explain and to assess the latest news?
#worldgeochat
sanrau
Oct 10 @ 9:44 PM EDT
RT Newsela: From Tolerance_org, this Let's talk guide helps do just this:
https://t.co/cwiC56yGxE
#worldgeochat
https://t.co/D7ArvA4pKJ
cheffernan75
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:44 PM EDT
A5 Trying to make sure that we at least know where places are when news breaks. Be better than the adults who are clueless.
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:42 PM EDT
Q5: How are you using maps to explain and to assess the latest news?
#worldgeochat
le_reitz
Oct 10 @ 9:44 PM EDT
A5. Map annotations. Preconceived ideas about areas and searching for the full story
#worldgeochat
eric_falls
Oct 10 @ 9:44 PM EDT
A5 Google my maps.
@NatGeoEducation
map maker interactive.
@PBSLrnMedia
world geography tools. Street view.
#worldgeochat
JeremyDBond
Oct 10 @ 9:44 PM EDT
A4) At home I don't think proximity makes much of a difference. There's drama locally, but kids pick up on the national stuff.
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:33 PM EDT
Q4: How do you deal with sensitive or political subjects? Does this change if they are close to home?
#worldgeochat
DCPSMiddleELLs
Oct 10 @ 9:44 PM EDT
A4). Being able 2 listen, validate, & kindly express a difference of opinion is a real skill. May I b a student in that class?
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:45 PM EDT
Agreed, conversations about how to get aid to Puerto Rico is essential as well
#worldgeochat
bohndrake
Oct 10 @ 9:43 PM EDT
A5- well before and after maps of Puerto Rico are sobering and essential at the moment.
#worldgeochat
6thgradersrule
Oct 10 @ 9:45 PM EDT
#worldgeochat
a4 There is a lot of talk about NAFTA and NAFTA ending. We talk about how trade is critical to Tx.
https://t.co/zBmhtXj9Ay
readeologist
Oct 10 @ 9:45 PM EDT
We use this to track recent earthquakes.
#WorldGeoChat
https://t.co/u633WOjNGm
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:42 PM EDT
Q5: How are you using maps to explain and to assess the latest news?
#worldgeochat
storiestoldinsf
Oct 10 @ 9:45 PM EDT
A5 cont: Hurricane Harvey from Above:
https://t.co/59X56LnnON
#worldgeochat
@earthoutreach
@googleearth
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:45 PM EDT
So great having you with us tonight,
#twittertwin
!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @MsHolmesTeach
aroadscholar
Oct 10 @ 9:45 PM EDT
A5. Down here in southeast Louisiana, we have been tracking hurricanes and their paths.
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:42 PM EDT
Q5: How are you using maps to explain and to assess the latest news?
#worldgeochat
cheffernan75
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:45 PM EDT
I do love map annotations!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @le_reitz
MrHistory123
Oct 10 @ 9:45 PM EDT
A5:
https://t.co/YzI6vgUGB1
, everyday. shout out to
@geteach
for an INVALUABLE tool... Google VR, Maps, Earth, the gauntlet.
#worldgeochat
LFU_MissCox
Oct 10 @ 9:45 PM EDT
A5: Google MyMaps to locate the specific locations of event, also the events via Google Earth
#worldgeochat
jmgarner2003
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:45 PM EDT
Used to do A Long Way Gone with Honors ELA Ts, but now it's a 10th grade book.Glad to be able incorporate lit and more writing
#worldgeochat
In reply to @LFU_MissCox
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:45 PM EDT
Thanks for joining us!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @MsHolmesTeach
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:45 PM EDT
A5
@googleearth
is my go to mapping platform 2 get Ss excited about building content. Put kids in control of creating
#worldgeochat
NatGeoEducation
Oct 10 @ 9:45 PM EDT
A5 Making and customizing maps with MapMaker Interactive.
#worldgeochat
https://t.co/0svlX5Uo1V
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:42 PM EDT
Q5: How are you using maps to explain and to assess the latest news?
#worldgeochat
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:46 PM EDT
I absolutely LOVE this resource, but I'm trying to figure out how to incorporate on a daily basis. Ideas on how to start?
#worldgeochat
In reply to @MrHistory123, @geteach
classroomtools
Oct 10 @ 9:46 PM EDT
Drink!!!!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @GeoSpiegs, @googleearth
6thgradersrule
Oct 10 @ 9:46 PM EDT
#worldgeochat
a5 Maps use to be the base for all EVERYTHING. Now, so often, they're an afterthought in education. But maps made me love SS.
ArcangelAlvarad
Oct 10 @ 9:46 PM EDT
RT Newsela: From Tolerance_org, this Let's talk guide helps do just this:
https://t.co/XFMTbpJSuy
#worldgeochat
https://t.co/WTyvI6Meaq
aroadscholar
Oct 10 @ 9:38 PM EDT
A4. Great classes are built on trust & honesty. Sit students in circle & have honest & polite discussion! Listen to them.
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:33 PM EDT
Q4: How do you deal with sensitive or political subjects? Does this change if they are close to home?
#worldgeochat
ArcangelAlvarad
Oct 10 @ 9:46 PM EDT
A5 Making and customizing maps with MapMaker Interactive.
#worldgeochat
https://t.co/45Ixt6Ht7T
https://t.co/0AiobSrldW
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:42 PM EDT
Q5: How are you using maps to explain and to assess the latest news?
#worldgeochat
JeremyDBond
Oct 10 @ 9:46 PM EDT
So then: Why shouldn't this be addressed even if no one's directly affected? What does that say about educational priorities?
#worldgeochat
MrHistory123
Oct 10 @ 9:33 PM EDT
A3: I literally have kids who lose family members to ICE raids. They come to class READY to discuss. Heavy stuff.
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:24 PM EDT
Q3: What strategies are you relying on to have these discussions? How are you connecting it to geography?
#worldgeochat
MrHistory123
Oct 10 @ 9:46 PM EDT
I open my lessons with a map review competition, every day, class vs class, using
https://t.co/YzI6vgUGB1
#worldgeochat
In reply to @SamMandeville, @geteach
readeologist
Oct 10 @ 9:47 PM EDT
A5: We use this to track recent fires.
https://t.co/TWQfsGVLmj
#WorldGeoChat
In reply to @Newsela
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:47 PM EDT
This is so cool!
#worldgeochat
Thank you for sharing.
storiestoldinsf
Oct 10 @ 9:45 PM EDT
A5 cont: Hurricane Harvey from Above:
https://t.co/59X56LnnON
#worldgeochat
@earthoutreach
@googleearth
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:47 PM EDT
Oh man... this is going to hurt
#worldgeochat
In reply to @SamMandeville, @Newsela
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:47 PM EDT
Ooooooh sounds intriguing!!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @MrHistory123, @geteach
6thgradersrule
Oct 10 @ 9:47 PM EDT
#worldgeochat
a5 I always try to show maps. Hard to describe hurricane path to students who don't know locations yet.
#visuallearning
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:47 PM EDT
A5 Google Earth is great for teachers
https://t.co/SXF3ugP7TM
#worldgeochat
GeoJo22
Oct 10 @ 9:47 PM EDT
Just saw this.
#worldgeochat
dlaufenberg
Oct 10 @ 9:00 PM EDT
For all you out there in
#sschat
world...
EsriStoryMaps
Oct 8 @ 11:00 AM EDT
Worried about
#NorthKorea
but fuzzy on the details of its history w/ South Korea? This should help:
https://t.co/PeufkaiVMm
#StoryMaps
caranowou
Oct 10 @ 9:47 PM EDT
Just got home. Bummed that I pretty much missed
#worldgeochat
today
cheffernan75
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:47 PM EDT
Dear
#worldgeochat
, I apologize, but the US Mens team is making me physically ill.
MrHistory123
Oct 10 @ 9:48 PM EDT
I'm with ya. It's just that in my class, the kids bring it up. Maybe in CA it's climate change and wildfires, etc.
#worldgeochat
In reply to @JeremyDBond
DCPSMiddleELLs
Oct 10 @ 9:48 PM EDT
A5) old globes that r often considered out of date r fabulous 4 teaching about history, war, geography, and politics.
#worldgeochat
JeremyDBond
Oct 10 @ 9:48 PM EDT
Awesome. I credit my workplace for getting me on this from the beginning.
#worldgeochat
In reply to @Newsela
classroomtools
Oct 10 @ 9:48 PM EDT
The archive will help ease the pain.
#worldgeochat
In reply to @caranowou
cheffernan75
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:48 PM EDT
Unlike the World Cup,
#worldgeochat
is here every week.
In reply to @caranowou
Ms_Mielke
Oct 10 @ 9:48 PM EDT
#worldgeochat
Did anyone catch this segment Sunday morning?
JohnHonish
Oct 10 @ 9:48 PM EDT
A5 point out it's easy to find anywhere on google maps but memory of regions/major countries helps when its not available
#worldgeochat
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:48 PM EDT
A Love of Learning starts with maps (for me)
#worldgeochat
6thgradersrule
Oct 10 @ 9:46 PM EDT
#worldgeochat
a5 Maps use to be the base for all EVERYTHING. Now, so often, they're an afterthought in education. But maps made me love SS.
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:48 PM EDT
We co-hosted a webinar on this:
https://t.co/Bwud3tDGJ3
& have some text sets:
https://t.co/25u5Enk1hD
#worldgeochat
NatGeoEducation
Oct 10 @ 9:45 PM EDT
A5 Making and customizing maps with MapMaker Interactive.
#worldgeochat
https://t.co/0svlX5Uo1V
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:42 PM EDT
Q5: How are you using maps to explain and to assess the latest news?
#worldgeochat
6thgradersrule
Oct 10 @ 9:48 PM EDT
#worldgeochat
a5 If I can find maps/images from the ISS, I'll always try and show them during class.
#Perspective
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:49 PM EDT
Is it that bad?
#worldgeochat
In reply to @cheffernan75
caranowou
Oct 10 @ 9:49 PM EDT
A5 can use maps to pin locations of events& how investigate how events (i.e. protests) diffuse through map pins
#worldgeochat
ShanaVWhite
Oct 10 @ 9:49 PM EDT
A5: Yesterday my kids used maps and text to learn more about Indigenous peoples native to GA. Then created a book report
#worldgeochat
In reply to @Newsela
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:49 PM EDT
Hi Ken!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @caranowou
storiestoldinsf
Oct 10 @ 9:49 PM EDT
A5: Ss could also build news stories in TourBuilder and use the new "Open in Earth" feature to share!
https://t.co/8COfHLirZp
#worldgeochat
sanrau
Oct 10 @ 9:49 PM EDT
A5 Making and customizing maps with MapMaker Interactive.
#worldgeochat
https://t.co/xN8pswgFrU
https://t.co/mjqWBPp5ZE
Ms_Mielke
Oct 10 @ 9:49 PM EDT
https://t.co/FYAQZMMtph
Did anyone catch this on Sunday Morning?
#worldgeochat
#globes
AnnaMMills
Oct 10 @ 9:50 PM EDT
A5: A news story is not complete without a map! Whenever we hear a headline: we find it online or on maps around the room.
#worldgeochat
caranowou
Oct 10 @ 9:50 PM EDT
Speaking of world cup, looks like USMNT may not even be there! Just saw current score. Ugh.
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:50 PM EDT
Not surprised, but y'all have some great recommendations for Q5
#worldgeochat
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:50 PM EDT
Ahhhhhhh this looks fascinating!!
#worldgeochat
Ms_Mielke
Oct 10 @ 9:49 PM EDT
https://t.co/FYAQZMMtph
Did anyone catch this on Sunday Morning?
#worldgeochat
#globes
CHuckeba
Oct 10 @ 9:50 PM EDT
A5: Not always about the news, but it does connect!
#startyourweekwithamap
https://t.co/Qknj0rPsKr
@weeklymap
#worldgeochat
JeremyDBond
Oct 10 @ 9:50 PM EDT
Makes sense. Just made me wonder why certain students get the privilege of ignorance (ironically).
#worldgeochat
In reply to @MrHistory123
6thgradersrule
Oct 10 @ 9:50 PM EDT
#worldgeochat
a5 And for maps to drool over, I always visit
@UTAustin
#PCL
https://t.co/Hx0ssOf0BH
jmgarner2003
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:50 PM EDT
i have my dad's 1950s globe. So cool to compare with today's
#worldgeochat
In reply to @DCPSMiddleELLs
JeremyDBond
Oct 10 @ 9:50 PM EDT
Thanks!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @Ms_Mielke, @GeoSpiegs, @Newsela, @glennw98
caranowou
Oct 10 @ 9:50 PM EDT
Speaking of world cup, looks like USMNT may not even be there! Just saw current score. Ugh.
#worldgeochat
In reply to @cheffernan75
storiestoldinsf
Oct 10 @ 9:50 PM EDT
#worldgeochat
In reply to @Ms_Mielke
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:51 PM EDT
Q6: Has the latest news led to action in your school or community? If so, share how others can get involved.
#worldgeochat
NatGeoEducation
Oct 10 @ 9:51 PM EDT
We encourage Ts to "experiment with layers" to put stories in wider geographic context.
#worldgeochat
https://t.co/UojtYZ5yLv
ArcangelAlvarad
Oct 10 @ 9:51 PM EDT
We encourage Ts to "experiment with layers" to put stories in wider geographic context.
#worldgeochat
https://t.co/N2n1JtooEh
MrHistory123
Oct 10 @ 9:51 PM EDT
Agreed. All I can do make reality known, one kid at a time. :)
#worldgeochat
In reply to @JeremyDBond
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:51 PM EDT
Would it be possible to ask for a sample/example?
#worldgeochat
In reply to @MrHistory123, @geteach
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:51 PM EDT
I just looked.... ugh. No World Cup for us
#worldgeochat
In reply to @cheffernan75
JeremyDBond
Oct 10 @ 9:51 PM EDT
If they know their names they're ahead of many adults! But well taken.
#worldgeochat
In reply to @6thgradersrule
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:51 PM EDT
RT Q6
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:51 PM EDT
Q6: Has the latest news led to action in your school or community? If so, share how others can get involved.
#worldgeochat
JohnHonish
Oct 10 @ 9:51 PM EDT
A5 about to map safe zones for a fake zombie outbreak and to pick new resettlements based on opportunity/constraint
#fakenews
#worldgeochat
MrHistory123
Oct 10 @ 9:52 PM EDT
I can film one and send to you!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @SamMandeville, @geteach
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:52 PM EDT
I collect globes! I also have one from the early 50s. So amazing to compare/contrast w/students
#worldgeochat
In reply to @jmgarner2003, @DCPSMiddleELLs
bohndrake
Oct 10 @ 9:52 PM EDT
I love ISS imagery and data! We like to check in and see where it is at the moment !!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @6thgradersrule
le_reitz
Oct 10 @ 9:52 PM EDT
Love it and can't wait to try it! Esp for tracking stories, like refugee journeys or stories of migration
#worldgeochat
In reply to @storiestoldinsf
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:52 PM EDT
A5: Very eager to hear about how you are bridging from learning to taking action for communities that need support
#worldgeochat
MrHistory123
Oct 10 @ 9:52 PM EDT
I'll film one soon and send it out! :)
#worldgeochat
In reply to @Cook_MMS, @SamMandeville, @geteach
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:53 PM EDT
A6: Our school participated in reading books and filming an "audiobook" for children affected by Harvey & Irma
#worldgeochat
In reply to @Newsela
EduGladiators
Oct 10 @ 9:53 PM EDT
āļø Saturday
@ColinESeale
tips the scale of critical thinking using law-based strategies!
#EduGladiators
#ecechat
#TWOTCW
#worldgeochat
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:53 PM EDT
That would be AWESOME!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @MrHistory123, @Cook_MMS, @geteach
jmgarner2003
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:53 PM EDT
RT Q6
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:51 PM EDT
Q6: Has the latest news led to action in your school or community? If so, share how others can get involved.
#worldgeochat
JeremyDBond
Oct 10 @ 9:53 PM EDT
A6) Community absolutely; not our schools that I know of. At least nothing divisive. And everything's divisive.
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:51 PM EDT
Q6: Has the latest news led to action in your school or community? If so, share how others can get involved.
#worldgeochat
JohnHonish
Oct 10 @ 9:53 PM EDT
A6 "hats for Houston" this Friday
@Turnerschools
new spec ed teacher from Houston, $1 to wear hat, $ goes to her former school
#worldgeochat
MrHistory123
Oct 10 @ 9:53 PM EDT
No prob. The LEAST I could do. My kids are now accessing
https://t.co/YzI6vgUGB1
on their smart phones.
#worldgeochat
In reply to @geteach, @SamMandeville
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:53 PM EDT
Very eager to hear about how you are bridging from learning to taking action for communities that need support
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:51 PM EDT
Q6: Has the latest news led to action in your school or community? If so, share how others can get involved.
#worldgeochat
mrconrad_lhs
Oct 10 @ 9:53 PM EDT
A6: my students work on 20project focused on world issues. they choose topic; many are investigating NK, Syria, women's rights
#worldgeochat
In reply to @Newsela
caranowou
Oct 10 @ 9:53 PM EDT
A6 It has led our university & community declaring itself a sanctuary city & school
#worldgeochat
JeremyDBond
Oct 10 @ 9:54 PM EDT
Are we still talking about kids? LOVE globes.
#worldgeochat
In reply to @Newsela, @jmgarner2003, @DCPSMiddleELLs
storiestoldinsf
Oct 10 @ 9:54 PM EDT
Yes! And have you seen this?
https://t.co/qMJPuuUcGr
from
@KatieMuhtaris
and
@KristinZiemke
#worldgeochat
In reply to @le_reitz, @KatieMuhtaris, @KristinZiemke
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:54 PM EDT
20project is something like
#GeniusHour
?
#worldgeochat
In reply to @mrconrad_lhs, @Newsela
CHuckeba
Oct 10 @ 9:54 PM EDT
You all are amazing! What awesome learning happening right now and in the future! Thank you, Ben for being so open to sharing!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @MrHistory123, @SamMandeville, @geteach
sanrau
Oct 10 @ 9:54 PM EDT
We encourage Ts to "experiment with layers" to put stories in wider geographic context.
#worldgeochat
https://t.co/iXcDLu4aJa
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:54 PM EDT
A6: How did Ss share this with authentic audiences?
#worldgeochat
In reply to @SamMandeville
CoachHenkel
Oct 10 @ 9:54 PM EDT
Q6 I am not sure about my current location, but yes there have been fundraisers based on CE that have been very successful
#worldgeochat
massignmenthelp
Oct 10 @ 9:55 PM EDT
The Complete Guide to UK Car Driving Theory Test
https://t.co/skWVo4OBdl
#edchat
#spanstuchat
#worldgeochat
AssignmentHelpN
Oct 10 @ 9:55 PM EDT
The SAMR Model: Effective Technology Integration in Classrooms
https://t.co/N8NF3byMeG
#edchat
#spanstuchat
#worldgeochat
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:55 PM EDT
There was a program on Facebook, I believe.
@allinoleary
has just about all the answers!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @Newsela, @allinoleary
MrHistory123
Oct 10 @ 9:55 PM EDT
Of course! Us Ts are in this together. Us HUMANS are in this together. :)
#worldgeochat
In reply to @CHuckeba, @SamMandeville, @geteach
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:55 PM EDT
How did this project start?
#worldgeochat
JohnHonish
Oct 10 @ 9:53 PM EDT
A6 "hats for Houston" this Friday
@Turnerschools
new spec ed teacher from Houston, $1 to wear hat, $ goes to her former school
#worldgeochat
classroomtools
Oct 10 @ 9:55 PM EDT
Have to check out a bit early tonight,
#worldgeochat
Thanks
@Newsela
and all participants. See you next week.
6thgradersrule
Oct 10 @ 9:55 PM EDT
#worldgeochat
a6 We have a lot of PBL projects on campus that are going to support things in the news. 8th graders are doing year long proj
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:55 PM EDT
Question 6
#worldgeochat
RT
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:51 PM EDT
Q6: Has the latest news led to action in your school or community? If so, share how others can get involved.
#worldgeochat
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:56 PM EDT
It was great having you tonight, Biill! Thank you for the wonderful resources!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @classroomtools, @Newsela
le_reitz
Oct 10 @ 9:56 PM EDT
Yes! I just saw it the other day when you posted it. So interested in trying it with inquiry and seeing where Ss go with it
#worldgeochat
In reply to @storiestoldinsf, @KatieMuhtaris, @KristinZiemke
cheffernan75
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:56 PM EDT
RT Q6
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:51 PM EDT
Q6: Has the latest news led to action in your school or community? If so, share how others can get involved.
#worldgeochat
jmgarner2003
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:56 PM EDT
Lots of hurricane relief projects in my district. Many opened homes to those displaced by Irma.
#worldgeochat
In reply to @Newsela
mrconrad_lhs
Oct 10 @ 9:56 PM EDT
yep! they follow passion to eventually 'solve' the world issue. check out one student blog!
https://t.co/ptTvcMCJ5b
#worldgeochat
In reply to @SamMandeville, @Newsela
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:56 PM EDT
Second week in a row,
#worldgeochat
. So many wonderful resources being shared tonight!
JeremyDBond
Oct 10 @ 9:56 PM EDT
iPhones are a learning tool iPhones are a learning tool iPhones are a learning tool Stop banning them!
#digcit
#worldgeochat
MrHistory123
Oct 10 @ 9:53 PM EDT
No prob. The LEAST I could do. My kids are now accessing
https://t.co/YzI6vgUGB1
on their smart phones.
#worldgeochat
In reply to @geteach, @SamMandeville
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:56 PM EDT
A6 Sometimes just making Ss aware that events are happing outside their bubble is the biggest action. Conversations start
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:56 PM EDT
We started with this:
https://t.co/1AqzmATYwT
but are continuing our efforts in other places like
#PR
and
#CA
#worldgeochat
cheffernan75
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:57 PM EDT
a6 Our school has collected a TON of batteries, life straws, and other supplies for Puerto Rico.
#worldgeochat
MrHistory123
Oct 10 @ 9:57 PM EDT
...androids too bro. ;)
#worldgeochat
In reply to @JeremyDBond
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:57 PM EDT
This may be our message tonight!
#worldgeochat
MrHistory123
Oct 10 @ 9:55 PM EDT
Of course! Us Ts are in this together. Us HUMANS are in this together. :)
#worldgeochat
In reply to @CHuckeba, @SamMandeville, @geteach
caranowou
Oct 10 @ 9:57 PM EDT
Look forward to looking through the archives tonight, since I pretty much missed
#worldgeochat
. Talk next week!
mrconrad_lhs
Oct 10 @ 9:57 PM EDT
send me a message with your email and i can share what i have!
#worldgeochat
In reply to @CoachHenkel, @Newsela
GeoSpiegs
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:58 PM EDT
A6 The latest news (& 'fake news') has sparked an opportunity to really dig into media literacy skills as a primary tool 4 Ss
#worldgeochat
cheffernan75
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:58 PM EDT
As we wind down tonight - a HUGE thank you to
@Newsela
for moderating
#worldgeochat
tonight!
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:58 PM EDT
š how Ss are writing for authentic audiences
#worldgeochat
mrconrad_lhs
Oct 10 @ 9:56 PM EDT
yep! they follow passion to eventually 'solve' the world issue. check out one student blog!
https://t.co/ptTvcMCJ5b
#worldgeochat
In reply to @SamMandeville, @Newsela
6thgradersrule
Oct 10 @ 9:58 PM EDT
#worldgeochat
a5 Maps are super important!!!
statesman
Oct 10 @ 9:57 PM EDT
With Panama, Honduras wins, U.S. loss to Trinidad and Tobago,
#USMNT
is knocked out of World Cup 2018. Missing for first time since 1986
cheffernan75
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:59 PM EDT
Next week our friends at
@NatGeoEducation
take
#worldgeochat
machine for a spin!
SamMandeville
Oct 10 @ 9:59 PM EDT
As always,
#worldgeochat
FLYS by! A HUGE thank you to
@Newsela
for leading such a marvelous conversation tonight!
le_reitz
Oct 10 @ 9:59 PM EDT
A6. Educating others can result in change. Ss debunked a stereotype, created a
@wevideo
, published, shared, and reflected.
#worldgeochat
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:59 PM EDT
Starting conversations, donating materials and time, and amplifying need. Wow, this a great crew
#worldgeochat
JeremyDBond
Oct 10 @ 9:59 PM EDT
Told my 8th grader today that social studies is my favorite subject, largely for this reason. If only I'd thought so as a kid.
#worldgeochat
bohndrake
Oct 10 @ 9:41 PM EDT
A4- it's our role in social studies to deal with sensitive subjects, if we don't, who will? Always urging Ts not to shy away
#worldgeochat
tpreuninger
Oct 10 @ 9:59 PM EDT
Bummed I missed
#worldgeochat
tonight. Iām looking to create a collaborative
@Flipgrid
for our world geo students
https://t.co/FbwQrh4dVT
CHuckeba
Oct 10 @ 9:59 PM EDT
Double chats tonight! I need some time to reflect on all the learning! Maybe I should write it out?
#katyisdela
#worldgeochat
Thanks y'all!
Newsela
Oct 10 @ 9:59 PM EDT
Honestly, thank you for having us! You all are an inspiring group of educators
#worldgeochat
What a community!
cheffernan75
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:58 PM EDT
As we wind down tonight - a HUGE thank you to
@Newsela
for moderating
#worldgeochat
tonight!
jmgarner2003
- Moderator
Oct 10 @ 9:59 PM EDT
HUGE round of applause for
@Newsela
on
#worldgeochat
. Many resources and a great deal to think about in sharing CE with our studnets.