#IOLchat Archive
#IOLchat meets Wednesdays at 12PM ET to discuss trends and issues in online education.
Wednesday June 21, 2017
12:00 PM EDT
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CenterOnlineEd
- Moderator
Jun 21 @ 12:00 PM EDT
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starts now! Who is joining in today?
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CenterOnlineEd
- Moderator
Jun 21 @ 12:05 PM EDT
Hello, Jessica! Great to have you here. (Don't forget to add the
#IOLchat
hashtag) :)
In reply to @MissJessica_F
GregoryLewis22
Jun 21 @ 12:05 PM EDT
here!
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#onlineteaching
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CenterOnlineEd
- Moderator
Jun 21 @ 12:05 PM EDT
Hi Gregory! Thanks for joining in. :)
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In reply to @GregoryLewis22
philosophypaul
Jun 21 @ 12:06 PM EDT
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Paul visiting today.
In reply to @CenterOnlineEd
CenterOnlineEd
- Moderator
Jun 21 @ 12:07 PM EDT
Hello, Paul! Glad you could be here today :)
#iolchat
In reply to @philosophypaul
CenterOnlineEd
- Moderator
Jun 21 @ 12:08 PM EDT
We've really just got one big question for today's chat ... coming up .... ;)
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aimloveless
Jun 21 @ 12:09 PM EDT
Aimee here today from St.Louis!
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CenterOnlineEd
- Moderator
Jun 21 @ 12:09 PM EDT
Hello and welcome to the chat, Aimee!
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In reply to @aimloveless
CenterOnlineEd
- Moderator
Jun 21 @ 12:10 PM EDT
Today's Q: What are your
#edtech
must haves for online teaching and learning?
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massignmenthelp
Jun 21 @ 12:10 PM EDT
9 Questions to Ask Before you Hire an Online Tutor
https://t.co/5mJEHwgRGc
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#LDchat
teampasch
Jun 21 @ 12:10 PM EDT
Hello everyone! Looking forward to the chat! .
@teampasch
#IOLchat
@CenterOnlineEd
AssignmentHelpN
Jun 21 @ 12:10 PM EDT
Teacher’s Best Guide to use Pomodoro Technique For Enhancing Productivity
https://t.co/eKYjqIB7tc
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#LDchat
CenterOnlineEd
- Moderator
Jun 21 @ 12:11 PM EDT
Q cont: Think broadly and creatively here - apps, devices, software, support ... what do you rely on in your
#onlinecourses
?
#iolchat
CenterOnlineEd
- Moderator
Jun 21 @ 12:12 PM EDT
Hello, Marni! Thanks for jumping in. :)
#iolchat
In reply to @teampasch
philosophypaul
Jun 21 @ 12:14 PM EDT
A1
#edtech
must haves include CMS (
#Moodle
) and
@Turnitin
Also valuable are
@AdobeConnect
and
@zoom_us
#IOLchat
In reply to @CenterOnlineEd, @Turnitin, @AdobeConnect, @zoom_us
MissJessica_F
Jun 21 @ 12:14 PM EDT
#iolchat
I definitely rely on the communication tools. My students use email & text to reach me easily.
CenterOnlineEd
- Moderator
Jun 21 @ 12:15 PM EDT
LMS/CMS was the first thing to come to my mind! Enjoying Canvas the most right now.
#iolchat
In reply to @philosophypaul
CenterOnlineEd
- Moderator
Jun 21 @ 12:16 PM EDT
@MissJessica_F
Absolutely - email is still the main method in my courses, too. Do you use any special app for class texting?
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MissJessica_F
Jun 21 @ 12:17 PM EDT
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I use Remind App to text my students & email. My students use Google Classroom, also essential tech for a smooth online classroom
In reply to @CenterOnlineEd
Lady_Jeanna
Jun 21 @ 12:17 PM EDT
joining in from Iowa
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CenterOnlineEd
- Moderator
Jun 21 @ 12:18 PM EDT
Great recommendation-haven't tried Google Classoom, but ... rely a lot on Google Drive, as do student small groups
#iolchat
In reply to @MissJessica_F
CenterOnlineEd
- Moderator
Jun 21 @ 12:18 PM EDT
Welcome to the chat, Jeanna!
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In reply to @Lady_Jeanna
MissJessica_F
Jun 21 @ 12:19 PM EDT
Yes, the Remind App
@RemindHQ
is a great resource for my demographic of high school online learners
#IOLChat
In reply to @CenterOnlineEd, @RemindHQ
CenterOnlineEd
- Moderator
Jun 21 @ 12:19 PM EDT
#IOLchat
teampasch
Jun 21 @ 12:17 PM EDT
Hello! I found that high school students abandoned email. In college they need a crash course in that responsibility. Have you seen that?
In reply to @MissJessica_F, @CenterOnlineEd
Lady_Jeanna
Jun 21 @ 12:19 PM EDT
I am currently taking online courses and I rely heavily on email and google docs.
#iolchat
In reply to @CenterOnlineEd
teampasch
Jun 21 @ 12:20 PM EDT
@CenterOnlineEd
I'm not sure how I survived group projects before Google Drive!
#iolchat
In reply to @CenterOnlineEd, @MissJessica_F, @CenterOnlineEd
GregoryLewis22
Jun 21 @ 12:20 PM EDT
I'm evaluating programs right now, but I love
#Wikipedia
and the local library.
#IOLchat
#onlineteaching
#InsideOnlineLearning
CenterOnlineEd
- Moderator
Jun 21 @ 12:20 PM EDT
I work with mostly older, working students still entrenched in email (like me). But this is really interesting about H.S. students!
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In reply to @teampasch, @MissJessica_F
aimloveless
Jun 21 @ 12:21 PM EDT
A1- Google classroom, I love the app Seesaw, and plickers
#edu5213SBU
#iolchat
In reply to @CenterOnlineEd
CenterOnlineEd
- Moderator
Jun 21 @ 12:21 PM EDT
Likewise. ;) Great tools for so many different uses.
#IOLchat
In reply to @teampasch, @MissJessica_F
CenterOnlineEd
- Moderator
Jun 21 @ 12:23 PM EDT
Evaluating programs to attend? Love seeing the library on your list - lots of great tech going on there, too.
#iolchat
In reply to @GregoryLewis22
CenterOnlineEd
- Moderator
Jun 21 @ 12:23 PM EDT
Excellent! What are you studying?
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In reply to @Lady_Jeanna
Lady_Jeanna
Jun 21 @ 12:23 PM EDT
I work as a paraeducator while going to school. I worked with a 6th grade teacher that used google classroom. It was great.
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In reply to @CenterOnlineEd, @MissJessica_F
CenterOnlineEd
- Moderator
Jun 21 @ 12:24 PM EDT
These are both new apps to me - thanks for sharing!
#iolchat
In reply to @aimloveless
MissJessica_F
Jun 21 @ 12:24 PM EDT
#IOLChat
#InsideOnlineLearning
anyone really into Google like me, should look into becoming a Google Certified Educator (Level 1 or/& 2)!
teampasch
Jun 21 @ 12:24 PM EDT
They create Email and forget them. Most communication via social media. Email crafting instead of letter writing in 3rd grade?
#iolchat
In reply to @CenterOnlineEd, @MissJessica_F
Lady_Jeanna
Jun 21 @ 12:25 PM EDT
English with 5-12 teaching license. I student teach in January.
#iolchat
In reply to @CenterOnlineEd
GregoryLewis22
Jun 21 @ 12:25 PM EDT
Yes, I'm looking at my various graduate school option right now. I'm not currently in a program.
#IOLchat
In reply to @CenterOnlineEd
CenterOnlineEd
- Moderator
Jun 21 @ 12:26 PM EDT
Wow! We are definitely fans of education programs here. :)
#iolchat
In reply to @Lady_Jeanna
CenterOnlineEd
- Moderator
Jun 21 @ 12:27 PM EDT
I remember those letter writing lessons!! Email might be a great add/replacement. ;)
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In reply to @teampasch, @MissJessica_F
CenterOnlineEd
- Moderator
Jun 21 @ 12:28 PM EDT
There's sooo much to choose from right now. Which can be a good thing - lots to compare.
#iolchat
In reply to @GregoryLewis22
aimloveless
Jun 21 @ 12:29 PM EDT
I am a K-5 ELL teacher and I am always looking for great apps to help ELLs if anyone has any suggestions
#iolchat
#edu5213SBU
teampasch
Jun 21 @ 12:31 PM EDT
How do students w/ learning diff adapt to Google Class? There are benefits, but having multiple locations for work can be hard
#iolchat
In reply to @Lady_Jeanna, @CenterOnlineEd, @MissJessica_F
teampasch
Jun 21 @ 12:32 PM EDT
Have you tried Duolingo? Great app to teach language basics!
#iolchat
In reply to @aimloveless
CenterOnlineEd
- Moderator
Jun 21 @ 12:34 PM EDT
Definitely a challenge to require multiple sign ins/logins to access diff course components
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In reply to @teampasch, @Lady_Jeanna, @MissJessica_F
aimloveless
Jun 21 @ 12:37 PM EDT
I haven't tried Duolingo! Thanks for sharing
#edu5213SBU
#iolchat
In reply to @teampasch
GeniusPlaza
Jun 21 @ 12:37 PM EDT
Our platform has multiple apps/games that focus on engaging English learners from K-12. Take a look!
https://t.co/7dnjbDywKX
#IOLchat
In reply to @aimloveless
CenterOnlineEd
- Moderator
Jun 21 @ 12:37 PM EDT
How about mobile? Anyone using a smartphone or tablet to conduct other
#onlineteaching
or
#onlinelearning
tasks?
#iolchat
philosophypaul
Jun 21 @ 12:37 PM EDT
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Better CMSs like Canvas, Moodle, or D2l allow one stop access w plugins. Good for Ss to have one stop access.
In reply to @CenterOnlineEd, @teampasch, @Lady_Jeanna, @MissJessica_F
teampasch
Jun 21 @ 12:37 PM EDT
Exactly! Some classes have google class, Edmodo, Quizlet, etc. For those lacking executive func. skills, that is a lot to balance!
#iolchat
In reply to @CenterOnlineEd, @Lady_Jeanna, @MissJessica_F
philosophypaul
Jun 21 @ 12:39 PM EDT
Reply
#IOLchat
Had a grad student who used
@facebook
Messenger to attend virtually for 2 sessions. Better than expected results.
In reply to @CenterOnlineEd, @facebook
CenterOnlineEd
- Moderator
Jun 21 @ 12:40 PM EDT
#IOLchat
Yes! Think about course design, structure, organization, maintenance ... big impact on the
#onlinelearning
environment, experience
MissJessica_F
Jun 21 @ 12:36 PM EDT
I try to make my layouts as simple as possible and delete unnecessary threads once units are complete.
In reply to @teampasch, @Lady_Jeanna, @CenterOnlineEd
CenterOnlineEd
- Moderator
Jun 21 @ 12:41 PM EDT
Really?! That's pretty fascinating.
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In reply to @philosophypaul, @facebook
teampasch
Jun 21 @ 12:42 PM EDT
Fascinating! Did they miss class and have a friend video the course ?
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In reply to @philosophypaul, @CenterOnlineEd, @facebook
philosophypaul
Jun 21 @ 12:42 PM EDT
Better intuitive design avoids the multiple access problem.
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CenterOnlineEd
- Moderator
Jun 21 @ 12:40 PM EDT
#IOLchat
Yes! Think about course design, structure, organization, maintenance ... big impact on the
#onlinelearning
environment, experience
MissJessica_F
Jun 21 @ 12:36 PM EDT
I try to make my layouts as simple as possible and delete unnecessary threads once units are complete.
In reply to @teampasch, @Lady_Jeanna, @CenterOnlineEd
CenterOnlineEd
- Moderator
Jun 21 @ 12:42 PM EDT
I'm a big fan of Canvas, too!
#IOLchat
Also using D2L this summer.
In reply to @MissJessica_F, @philosophypaul, @teampasch, @Lady_Jeanna
CenterOnlineEd
- Moderator
Jun 21 @ 12:42 PM EDT
#IOLchat
De-clutter your online course!
MissJessica_F
Jun 21 @ 12:42 PM EDT
It is often overwhelming if past and future assignments are posted. Clutters what you need to do in the present!
In reply to @CenterOnlineEd
teampasch
Jun 21 @ 12:43 PM EDT
I use Zoom to work with students. We look at their class work on google docs and edit live
#IOLchat
In reply to @CenterOnlineEd
CenterOnlineEd
- Moderator
Jun 21 @ 12:44 PM EDT
Exactly, right? If the clutter makes it difficult for me to navigate as the instructor, same issue exists for the students.
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In reply to @MissJessica_F
MissJessica_F
Jun 21 @ 12:44 PM EDT
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My MA professors have us text vs email them. I'm still not entirely on board with that. Thoughts?
philosophypaul
Jun 21 @ 12:44 PM EDT
Reply. S had to be at her school on Sat. during a f2f class. Classmate made the
#Messenger
connection.
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In reply to @teampasch, @CenterOnlineEd, @facebook
CenterOnlineEd
- Moderator
Jun 21 @ 12:45 PM EDT
I've been using Zoom more lately for professional meetings. Need to consider the opportunities for online teaching, too. :)
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In reply to @teampasch
philosophypaul
Jun 21 @ 12:47 PM EDT
Reply on texts --Texts are fast, but hard to document texts unlike email.
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In reply to @MissJessica_F
CenterOnlineEd
- Moderator
Jun 21 @ 12:47 PM EDT
Cool alternative for online access to a f2f session! Creative and motivated students. :)
#IOLchat
philosophypaul
Jun 21 @ 12:44 PM EDT
Reply. S had to be at her school on Sat. during a f2f class. Classmate made the
#Messenger
connection.
#IOLchat
In reply to @teampasch, @CenterOnlineEd, @facebook
aimloveless
Jun 21 @ 12:47 PM EDT
My instructor is using Zoom for my online graduate course, but it would be beneficials for Ss too!
#iolchat
#edu5213SBU
In reply to @CenterOnlineEd, @teampasch
CenterOnlineEd
- Moderator
Jun 21 @ 12:48 PM EDT
Interesting! Haven't experienced this ... not sure how I feel about it. Texting seems more immediate.
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In reply to @MissJessica_F
philosophypaul
Jun 21 @ 12:49 PM EDT
#IOLchat
@zoom_us
gives Ss online or call in options. No software required. User friendly.
In reply to @aimloveless, @CenterOnlineEd, @teampasch, @zoom_us
teampasch
Jun 21 @ 12:50 PM EDT
Hm it seems to cut the line between professional and social. I had a prof cell for internship but only for emergencies
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In reply to @MissJessica_F
philosophypaul
Jun 21 @ 12:50 PM EDT
#IOLchat
Should mention Zoom meeting easily recorded.
In reply to @aimloveless, @CenterOnlineEd, @teampasch
CenterOnlineEd
- Moderator
Jun 21 @ 12:50 PM EDT
This is more my experience, too. But interesting to think there may be a shift happening ...
#edtech
to watch!
#IOLchat
teampasch
Jun 21 @ 12:50 PM EDT
Hm it seems to cut the line between professional and social. I had a prof cell for internship but only for emergencies
#iolchat
In reply to @MissJessica_F
teampasch
Jun 21 @ 12:51 PM EDT
You can also host webinars vs group conversations
#IOLchat
In reply to @philosophypaul, @aimloveless, @CenterOnlineEd
teampasch
Jun 21 @ 12:53 PM EDT
What if the school allowed Gggle Vce where conversations are sent to an email? That way there is a record of ethical boundaries.
#iolchat
In reply to @CenterOnlineEd
CenterOnlineEd
- Moderator
Jun 21 @ 12:55 PM EDT
Oooh - what if? That would be an interesting work around to test out.
#iolchat
In reply to @teampasch
CenterOnlineEd
- Moderator
Jun 21 @ 12:56 PM EDT
We’re nearing the end of
#IOLchat
for this week...
#InsideOnlineLearning
GregoryLewis22
Jun 21 @ 12:56 PM EDT
Great chat going on at
#IOLchat
for anyone interested in online learning!
CenterOnlineEd
- Moderator
Jun 21 @ 12:57 PM EDT
Thanks, Gregory! :) RT
@GregoryLewis22
Great chat going on at
#IOLchat
for anyone interested in online learning!
In reply to @GregoryLewis22
teampasch
Jun 21 @ 12:57 PM EDT
Thank you so much
@CenterOnlineEd
great information
#iolchat
In reply to @CenterOnlineEd, @CenterOnlineEd
CenterOnlineEd
- Moderator
Jun 21 @ 12:58 PM EDT
Thanks
@MissJessica_F
@GregoryLewis22
@philosophypaul
@aimloveless
@teampasch
and
@Lady_Jeanna
for your
#edtech
recommendations!
#iolchat
In reply to @MissJessica_F, @GregoryLewis22, @philosophypaul, @aimloveless, @teampasch, @Lady_Jeanna
CenterOnlineEd
- Moderator
Jun 21 @ 12:59 PM EDT
Watch this account for a Storify wrap-up later today! And catch us again: Weds@12pmET for
#onlineeducation
topics. :)
#iolchat