#OhEdChat Archive
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Wednesday May 25, 2016
Welcome to
Tonight's topic is Summer PD
Please introduce yourself and share your favorite Summer vacation spot.
Sierra, special ed major at Ohio University. Either the beach or relaxing at home.
Welcome Sierra. Same here.
Kevin, HS English from Highland. Outer Banks is vacation choice. Excited for summer to relax, reflect on the year, & eat bacon
James from . Favorite summer spot is any Disney park or cruise destination.
Hello! Educational Technologist with at OSU. I vacation where good food and friends are.
Tonight's chat will focus on sharing resources and ideas.
Ryan Rismiller, AP Marion Harding HS. Hueston Woods over July 4th w/ Strickers Grove. Great young family trip!
Jessica, School Librarian from Columbus, Ohio. Favorite vacation spot is immersed in a book :)
Danielle, Early Childhood Education and Coaching student at Ohio University Lancaster, softball diamonds or Smith Mountain Lake VA
Favorite summer vacation spot-anywhere with a beach
Tricia Ebner, GIS from Stark County. Mountains or beach are my favorite--usually Smokies. This year: Glacier & the Rockies.
Brian, HS principal from Mass. Favorite summer spot: Horseneck Beach, Westport, Mass.
Welcome Tricia. We want to go camping in the Smokies some time.
reading, both personal & professional. Continue to develop personal learning strategies. Ways to enhance my writing instruction
I've been there many, many times. We used to camp at Crazy Horse Campground (outside the park, east of Gatlinburg).
Q1 has been posted. Can someone RT?
Serendipity-we meet again Brian. My fav spot is south shore Long Island/Atlantic Ocean beaches.
Carol ELA consultant from Long Island dropping in for a few minutes to .
Alisa, Ohio State Program Coordinator, any place with a great beach that's summer and maybe a good book.
Lori PD Specialist instructional coach. St. Augustine FL
A1: Learn more about PBL, blended learning, & flipped classrooms. Going 1-to-1 in grade 8 next year.
My goal is to teach 2 in Columbus. Love meeting new people and learning together. Teaching a new course!
A1: Finish a class end of June, in July, and books, Twitter, and maybe Pinterest the rest of the time.
A1: First, rest. Then reading something that challenges my beliefs/teaching, not just makes me feel good about myself.
Am presenting ELA Institutes this summer & learning from literacy experts at in Boston. Learning is stimulating! A1
A1: to write content for professional learning, build PMI tools for PBL, write a collaborative team plan, align strategies, curate
A1: Grow my PLN, improve my makerspace/design challenges, practice new apps & tech tools, read lots of YA bks 2 refer to Ss
A1: catch up on the reading list, participate in summer PD, explore MOOCs, help develop road map for strategic plan
Grades 9-12 are too. Focused my answer on my teaching role. It's exciting & a little challenging, too!
Good evening, . Still here at work after a great day of being with students. Enjoy the conversation!
I like it. Challenge your beliefs.
Goals for Summer Learning: to find additional ways to engage Ts in the passion work that they do to power up learning for Ss. A1
what would we do without our acronyms?
Just signed up for today! Can't wait
https://t.co/e6WrdIzqyD
A1: Finish a class end of June, in July, and books, Twitter, and maybe Pinterest the rest of the time.
A1: summer reading list, go to and continue growing as a coach through attending and analyzing softball games on TV
Sweet! Can't wait to meet you in person!
it would be a lot harder to fit all my idea into 140 characters!
If we aren't doing that, how can we grow? .. Even if your beliefs don't change.
A1: I started researching topics for bullying and suicide prevention in schools.
that's an excellent point I suppose
Hi Craig. Come by next Monday. will be our guest moderator.
I found some templates for road maps today that are really pretty! I will share!
I love to to learn and collaborate with the best in the summer!
interesting topic. Especially considering the stats in terms of how much is observed vs that which is not
Hello there! Today was our last day! A1: looking forward to facilitating PDs, catching up on some books, and growing my PLN!
I am not the teacher I was 15 or even 10 years ago. All about growth & learning.
A1: Goals for summer PD: Dig deeper into topics including coding, Google's map tools, etc. Read (listen) to some EdTech books
Q2: What type of learning do you prefer for the Summer? Conferences, reading, virtual? Why?
This is where reflection comes in. Reflect on why you do it and the challenge will help you grow.
definitely interested! It always helps with the vision!
A1P2: also keep up with Twitter chats and
A2: I like reading and EdCamps. I plan on having an optional book study with colleagues!
If I could go back to that 1st year and tell myself a few things. Oh my.
Hey friends, you're all cheering on the while chatting about education, right?
I'd say a combo of virtual, reading, and f2f. Acquire the knowledge & be able to process/integrate as I make sense of it
Exactly. I volunteer for and this is one of the topics we cover.
A1.1: looking forward to and as well
A2: Toying with the idea of getting some edleaders together in the morning for coffee and talking every so often!
A2: All of the above: conferences for face-to-face, reading for my own pace & depth, virtual for collaboration.
A2: Reading books, articles because it's more flexible. Not stuck to a certain time and day.
very good. The stats are so mind numbing sometimes
A2: Discussions and reading, I'm excited to attend my first edcamp!
. Book study sounds good. Do you plan on discussing virtually, f2f or when summer is over?
A2: conferences. Hands ⬇️! So many opportunities to grow & connect.
That's right - also trying to see if my son will be caught on TV while at the game!
A2: Summer is my time to explore, research, collect then I love to adapt & share my findings to my peers & teachers at Conferences
A little of each. I love networking, but also love quiet reflection and flex of virtual and reading. https://t.co/vh4EzkVkXh
Q2: What type of learning do you prefer for the Summer? Conferences, reading, virtual? Why?
We're diving into in a five-meeting study.
It'll be weekly with a component if some people can't be there.
A2: Summer is my most busy time of year to give PD, so I use it to learn from the participants
A2: Conference format is great, but the virtual has grown on me. Thanks to 👍
A2: Everyone better be adding to their summer PD list!
I am in my focused research zone as you saw me studying today so if you need a resource I'm your gal!
Book are portable. Can take them anywhere I go.
That's awesome! See you there, Ryan!
A2: Conferences and reading, excited for EdCampLeader in July!
Always make sure I put at least a couple of Boot Camp webinars on my summer PD list; always ahead of curve in topics
Is there a hockey game on tonight? NBA hoops ranks right up there in excitement as the 7th round of the NFL draft
that's a greasy idea! Like a network of leaders!
A2 confession. I've never edcamped. 🙈 I want to though! Timing is never good. 😞
A2: definitely virtual and reading. Want to make sure I get to see my children grow up. Learning will take place during bed time
I'm excited! I'm in the process of recruiting some more people!
The connection and networking is the best part of conferences.
If only it was being held out west . . .
I envision it being laid back and free flowing - just a chance to catch up and share.
I'm hoping to shed some light and provide tools and resources for Ss to look for warning signs
I prefer talking to practitioners. They are on the front lines of innovation and summer is the only time they are free to talk.
Thanks, Monica! Can't wait for this epic meet up!
Especially since my Kindle can carry thousands!!! All I need is a place to charge up once a day :) https://t.co/ecoayHp2Zo
Book are portable. Can take them anywhere I go.
You will love it! I plan to attend more.
I could see a break-out session on WWF wrestlers!
be great to empower the teachers as well. Have a deeper understanding for purposes of intervention
I have invited all of OELMA; Hope you don't mind some Teacher Librarians in the house!! https://t.co/b96i2JfbTq
I'm excited! I'm in the process of recruiting some more people!
Now keep in mind, this would be laid back with coffee - no fitness involved!
I didn't love the What? era for Stone Cold.
Well said. 👏 https://t.co/BGKHYBf8cj
I prefer talking to practitioners. They are on the front lines of innovation and summer is the only time they are free to talk.
The more brains, the better!
Q3: What books are on your Summer reading list?
Very true. Especially when a lot of it is occurring online and not always within the 4 walls at school.
A3: Too many to count, but some are Drive, TLAP, Learn LAP, and F is for Effort and F in Exams to read on vacation.
's GH book, book about assessment (by a fmr Wo-town teacher), articles, and a bunch of non-fiction history titles
yes. But it often starts or spills over into the halls. Be good to get ahead of it, or at least recognize issues
A3: Pleasure or professional books?
Professional - but it is pleasure for me: What Connected Educators Do Differently
A3: From Inquiry to Action: Civic Engagement with Project-Based Learning by Zemelman.
A3: committed teams, the Disney way, I'm really getting into the articles/podcasts, & podcast
A3: A bunch of articles from , tlap...looking for more, suggestions?
A3: Crafting Digital Writing - Troy Hicks. Flip Your Writing Workshop - The Journey is Everything - Katherine Bomer
A3: three box thinking has also peaked my curiosity
How long is your summer break? That's a big list.
Seriously, I'm a librarian! :), but 4 PD , "Your School Rocks..." by , Above the Line https://t.co/qoXTgukjE0
Q3: What books are on your Summer reading list?
A3: Teach Like a champion, Letters To a Young Teacher, Engaging Students with Poverty in mind, and The Martian to name a few
Ditch that Textbook, if you haven't read it.
A3: Loving the book suggestions! Thanks for all the great ideas
A3: Funsies...Stir by Jessica Fechtor and professional would be scholarly articles based on student development theory.
not long enough for the reading list. Hopefully will find some as audiobooks
4 anyone interested,here's last week's on summer reading; includes PD and recs for Ss https://t.co/L47wIGA8c1
A3: A bunch of articles from , tlap...looking for more, suggestions?
A3: For pure relaxation: Me Before You.
A3: The Road to Character by David Brooks and Visible Learning by John Hattie.
are you excited about the movie?
Not sure. It looks interesting. I want to read the book first. One of my rules: book first.
A3: I'll add one more. The Rosie Project also. It's been on my list forever.
Yes, I need to read before the movie; personal rule!
https://t.co/XviApnKYZw
A3: For pure relaxation: Me Before You.
Talking interviews this fine evening! Would love for you to join us!
Same. That's probably why I haven't seen Wild.
A3 Jeffery Benson - Hanging In with our most challenging students
Sorry I didn't join this evening! Just got home from 8th grade graduation! Great evening of celebrating the students!
Q4: What are the best alternatives to traditional college credit classes?
A4: distance courses that interest you like Stress Reduction or Curriculum Planning.
A2 conferences, book talks, and Twitter chats for professional learning
Have you tried any? I would like to, but haven't tried yet.
not sure as I can't honestly say I have explored it. But I would think internships would be AWESOME!
that would be an amazing PD time. To share ideas and build off each other
A4: wish independent study, i.e. last year I spent hours lrning 3d printer, would've bn gr8 to get credit https://t.co/BACO9kTL27
Q4: What are the best alternatives to traditional college credit classes?
has slowed down a bit here. Good news is the haven't and are up by 29.
A4: A class that's dedicated to career counseling or development. Possibly leadership/service learning. Ss resumes, interviews..
A3: effective grading practices for secondary teachers by Dave Nagel
I tried MOOCs though Coursera, EDX, etc. Really impressed
A4: well, currently working with team to create blended badges that are competency/evidence based & work embedded, ready June 1!
it would definitely matter who is there for it to be effective - no egos - just learning!
A4: I like workshops. Lots of flexibility in ways of earning college credit these days--doesn't have to be traditional classes.
I am dying to try a MOOC but haven't found the right one yet.
A4: we had a science fair not long ago where teachers came together to swap curriculum and content ideas.
I was wondering--I get too nervous watching them so typically check scores from time to time.
found one on blended learning through UCF that has been my favorite.
Webinars are pretty great, though. Can watch from home in comfy chair and get credit! https://t.co/BACO9kTL27
Q4: What are the best alternatives to traditional college credit classes?
We did it this past Saturday. No egos at all.
deafly need to check out the descriptions and find a good fit. Deafly helps with the stick through
It was nice to just share and learn!
Yes, I've been to conferences with Poster Board sessions; Can learn quite a lot. might be sim https://t.co/p2GcSKJd89
A4: we had a science fair not long ago where teachers came together to swap curriculum and content ideas.
The next time is in Granville, he should join us.
Is promotion OK here? I offer lots of online learning because my schools cover 1/3 of Ohio.
Q5: What is your go to resource for Summer learning?
If it's about learning, promote away.
A2: I have the most PD fun reflecting on my year by stacking what I do vs. a great new text. Sub out mine for what they do better
A5: Articles I find on Twitter and Pinterest. I always seem to have plenty to read.
A5: Twitter chats like and
conference... or just reading books now that there is time
A5: Go-to source: great question! Local conferences like awesome tech conference does, or Medina Cnty ESC Symposium.
A5: right now it will be the RTI network, PBIS resources, resources on developing coteaching and empathy
A5 conference... or just reading books now that there is time
A5: I follow the great bloggers at
A5: Audiobooks... I know it's cheating, but I spend more time in my car in the summer.
Sorry for my out of order responses. I needed to do the dishes!
A5: Twitter and Twitter chats, I'm always finding articles to read or books to add to my wish list
Where are you getting info on RtI and empathy?
A5: My new PD workflow is Twitter to Nuzzel to Pocket to Text-to-Speech reading of articles while driving, jogging, etc
- Check out archived webinars, virtual boot camp in Aug, & their new Success in Six https://t.co/fRPY1AwxpY
Q5: What is your go to resource for Summer learning?
Fighting w/ 4 yr old during bedtime tonight. It was a rough one. Hate I missed this one! Needed a chat to get things off my brain.
Digital Leadership good... have you read "Innovators Mindset"
A5: I rely on my colleagues and turn to others in Pro devo organizations. They are my support system https://t.co/MtikRtZGAw
Q5: What is your go to resource for Summer learning?
Audiobooks are NOT cheating! https://t.co/ffiCaZ9DU0
A5: Audiobooks... I know it's cheating, but I spend more time in my car in the summer.
Julie Novel late to the party. Didn't know this was still happening!
I took an EdX mooc on building EdX moocs!
Another reason I'm reading the book first.
Working on a blog post to explain it soon
Thanks - I'm going to check this out!
A5 a big part of this summer learning will be 2 weeks of PLTW training...then going through it again
better schools better leaders by has some great resources as well
egos have no place in that kind of discussion
Someone else just recently recommended this; I will have to add it to my list! https://t.co/FmdeKiiv59
Digital Leadership good... have you read "Innovators Mindset"
A5 a big part of this summer learning will be 2 weeks of PLTW training...then going through it again to review & plan
I believe a microcredentialing system would be great for PD if their was a central crediting system for carryover
I'm not sure. I need to check with my retired friends who keep much more current on "grownup" reading.
central system in the state or district??
he posted a spreadsheet idea that I love to create a a very manageable group of students for RTI
I believe a state system or even a national system so that the credentials are applicable in multiple systems
Yes! I saw that! Love it!
There are places working on this right now... ITSCO is doing some work.
A5 Twitter chats, podcasts, and books. I love audiobooks while I am doing yard work.
on one hand yes, on the other hand i dont want the State involved in more, messing enough up already
Great chat tonight. A light and relaxing discussion to lead us into our summer break. Enjoy and learn.
I know some companies like Pearson are doing it too.
Can't stay up too late just yet, last day with kids tomorrow! Good night all - thanks for the learning!
Thanks for moderating ! Go Cavs!
I understand that sentiment but I think it is worth looking into for providing compact, focused PD
