#makeitreal Archive | Participate

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Welcome to #makeitreal Please share your name, where you're from & one thing that was relevant to you when you were growing up!

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forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:31 PM EDT

I'm Valerie! Excited to be moderating #makeitreal from Atlanta. I teach Littles. This guy Mr. P. Mooney taught me to read. I still have him!

Stella_Pollard Jun 14 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Stella Pollard, KY, and I grew up in the auction business. So my Friends & I sat outside, caught bugs, roasted marshmallows etc. #MakeitReal

Clymer_Edu Jun 14 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Justin from the Jersey Shore - Aspiring School Leader - Growing up Pokemon cards were huge! #makeitreal

ItsMrsPenrod Jun 14 @ 9:31 PM EDT

I could stay & talk about books all day!!!!! #KidsDeserveIt heading over to #makeitreal now!

Stella_Pollard Jun 14 @ 9:31 PM EDT

YES! Mine were stolen by a cousin. :( #MakeItReal

In reply to @Clymer_Edu

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Hi! Thanks for joining us. LOVE that memory! #makeitreal

In reply to @Stella_Pollard

ChouinardJahant Jun 14 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Melissa from Katy TX- Tubiks Cubes, Cabbage Patch Dolls & Pac Man #MakeItReal

MathDenisNJ - Moderator Jun 14 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Hi everyone! I'm on the road and am supr happy to leave #MakeItReal in @forthekiddoes qualified hands. Have a great chat!

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Hi Justin1 Right?!?! Funny how they've come back around! #makeitreal

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ChouinardJahant Jun 14 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Good evening Valerie #makeitreal

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RadfordAmy Jun 14 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Amy from TN. Growing up my favorite show was Dukes of Hazzard! #MakeItReal

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Hi there! Great to see you! #makeitreal

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Stella_Pollard Jun 14 @ 9:32 PM EDT

We had pallets stacked around and my Parent's somehow trusted us enough to roast marshmallows. When I was 12, I started workin. #MakeItReal

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forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Question one is coming up shortly. Use A1, A2, and A3 for your responses tonight. #makeitreal

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Travel safe! #makeitreal

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MsHoskinsTech Jun 14 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Marisa-Canadian in Hong Kong! When I was growing up my favorite show was Xena the Warrior Princess #makeitreal

ItsMrsPenrod Jun 14 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Krista from WI teaching 8th gr ELA. Reading was always relevant for me growing up 🤓📚 #MakeItReal

ChouinardJahant Jun 14 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Hello #MakeItReal Melissa from Katy TX- Rubik's Cubes, Cabbage Patch Dolls & Pac Man

StantonAlana Jun 14 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Hey everyone! Alana Stanton from Ga here. #makeitreal

MsHoskinsTech Jun 14 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Me too Krista!Often had my head in a book #MakeItReal

In reply to @ItsMrsPenrod

StantonAlana Jun 14 @ 9:33 PM EDT

so glad you are hosting tonight Valerie! @forthekiddoes #makeitreal

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Isn't it funny how times have changed? I think kids are capable of so much more than we allow! #makeitreal

In reply to @Stella_Pollard

Teach_Serve Jun 14 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Monica from Marietta, GA. I teach 1st-5th grade gifted students. My 2nd grade teacher, Mrs. Freeland taught me how to persevere #makeitreal

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Stella_Pollard Jun 14 @ 9:33 PM EDT

did you have the cabbage patch that consumed hair?? LOL It was always my fave for some reason. #MakeItReal

In reply to @ChouinardJahant

ChouinardJahant Jun 14 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Good evening Krista #makeitreal

In reply to @ItsMrsPenrod

StantonAlana Jun 14 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Hey guys!!! @ChouinardJahant #makeitreal

ItsMrsPenrod Jun 14 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Krista from WI teaching 8th gr ELA. Reading was always relevant for me growing up 🤓📚 #MakeItReal

ChouinardJahant Jun 14 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Good evening Alana my friend #makeitreal

In reply to @StantonAlana

StantonAlana Jun 14 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Valerie I hear you! They do more than I can do....always #Makeitreal

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Isn't it funny how times have changed? I think kids are capable of so much more than we allow! #makeitreal
In reply to @Stella_Pollard

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Hi Amy! What a great memory. Didn't they do a remake recently? #makeitreal

In reply to @RadfordAmy

hayes_melisa Jun 14 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Melisa from 0hio- 2nd grade #makeitreal

Stella_Pollard Jun 14 @ 9:35 PM EDT

I'm from Hazard, KY originally! The show was inspired by my hometown. #MakeItReal

In reply to @RadfordAmy

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Welcome! How cool that you're in Hong Kong. I remember Xena, too! #makeitreal

In reply to @MsHoskinsTech

MsCofieldin5th Jun 14 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Bria from NC, 5th grade ELA/SS. Mrs. Mann in 2nd grade taught me that it was okay to be a smart, intellectual black girl. #makeitreal

In reply to @forthekiddoes

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:36 PM EDT

We must be the same age!! :) I remember those same things! #makeitreal

In reply to @ChouinardJahant

Hudsonwife16 Jun 14 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Shawna from Az I am a Pre-k kIndergarten readiness educator! My doctors got me from maybe not living to see 5 to now 35 tmmrw ❤ #MakeItReal

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forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Thanks for joining us! Always delighted when you're around to share your JOY! #makeitreal

In reply to @StantonAlana

MrsLedford6Eng Jun 14 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Hello! I'm Jen, a 6th grade English Teacher from IN! #makeitreal

marthastickle Jun 14 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Martha, middle school ELA teacher from Louisiana. Wonder Woman was relevant for me as a kid! #makeitreal

MsHoskinsTech Jun 14 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Thanks! Haha gotta love the show with the strong female lead! #makeitreal

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mburwitz Jun 14 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Mardalee from Allen. Jumping from chat to chat each 1/2 hour. #MakeItReal

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Q1 How do you stay current with the world outside of education?#makeitreal

ChouinardJahant Jun 14 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Hmm Graduated HS 1987 they were at their height when I was growing up #makeitreal

In reply to @forthekiddoes

MsHoskinsTech Jun 14 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Hi Jen! Love Seinfield! The reruns are still classic! #makeitreal

In reply to @MrsLedford6Eng

MrTravisDrake Jun 14 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Travis from IN. Old school wrestling figures that I made my own ring from (couldn't justify buying junk plastic one). #MakeItReal

Clymer_Edu Jun 14 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A1: NPR Podcasts. #makeitreal

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Yay!! I am SO happy to see you. @Teach_Serve is one to follow! One of my best friends and leads kids to relevant learning DAILY. #makeitreal

In reply to @Teach_Serve, @Teach_Serve

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A1 Read multiple news sources! Try new things. Ask critical questions to those around me. #makeitreal

Stella_Pollard Jun 14 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A1: The gym, I take my daughter to the park and to her gymnastics classes, I go out with friends, I READ :) and I watch #cnn. #MakeItReal

In reply to @forthekiddoes

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Hi Melissa! Welcome! #makeitreal

In reply to @hayes_melisa

triciafreyes Jun 14 @ 9:38 PM EDT

#makeitreal Hi, this is Tricia from Katy, TX. Happy to be here!

RadfordAmy Jun 14 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A1-Read websites, podcasts, talking to friends. #makeitreal

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:38 PM EDT

WOW! That is REAL relevance! #makeitreal

In reply to @Stella_Pollard, @RadfordAmy

ChouinardJahant Jun 14 @ 9:38 PM EDT

#makeitreal I am a binge watching TV fiend- I love pop culture: superheroes, zombies, Dr.Who bring a lot of that into my classroom

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Q1 How do you stay current with the world outside of education?#makeitreal

ItsMrsPenrod Jun 14 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A1 There's a world outside of education?! 😮 Kidding! I talk with my Ss. They always tell me about the latest song, video, etc! #makeitreal

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Q1 How do you stay current with the world outside of education?#makeitreal

charleswgardner Jun 14 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Hey - Chuck - Principal in Atlanta #MakeItReal

DennisDill Jun 14 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A1 I am a Social Studies teacher ... I am a prolific reader of all things news #makeitreal

marthastickle Jun 14 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A1: I know it's old-fashioned, but I read the newspaper every day. #makeitreal

MsEhlisawesome Jun 14 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Hi everyone! Sami from Naples FL, excited about this chat :) #makeitreal

sdtitmas Jun 14 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Scott from NJ and I loved anything baseball. #MakeItReal

In reply to @forthekiddoes

Stella_Pollard Jun 14 @ 9:39 PM EDT

I have convos with my husband... We're on opposite ends of the political world, so sometimes we clash... BUT it makes life fun.#MakeItReal

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art4ch8ng Jun 14 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Hello from AZ, my purple Velcro tennis shoes that I threw a fit so my mom would buy them! #MakeItReal

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:39 PM EDT

I LOVE love love this. Yay for Mrs. Mann! I bet that has empowered you your whole life! #makeitreal

In reply to @MsCofieldin5th

AmesAngels Jun 14 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Carmen Ames from Madison, WI, 7/8 middle school LA & SS teacher. joining late #MakeItReal

ChouinardJahant Jun 14 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A1 #MakeItReal Plus I have 5 children all different ages & interests and they keep me current & up-to-date on the latest trends

RadfordAmy Jun 14 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Me too! I was thinking of news, but I am always talking about tv in class! #makeitreal We have weekly TWD chats!

In reply to @ChouinardJahant

MsHoskinsTech Jun 14 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A1-Read the newspaper daily, read current non-fiction books, listen to podcasts while running or completing tasks #makeitreal

KendraBrooks08 Jun 14 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Hello! I'm hoping to join the convo. #makeitreal

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Happy early birthday and WELCOME! #makeitreal

In reply to @Hudsonwife16

charleswgardner Jun 14 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A1: I read a lot and have conversations with a network of people outside of education #MakeItReal

triciafreyes Jun 14 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A1 I read, watch fav documentary shows, attend local events, talk with my neighbors and people in my community. #makeitreal

In reply to @forthekiddoes

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Hi There! #makeitreal

In reply to @MrsLedford6Eng

seanrussell311 Jun 14 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A1. @NPR and the moments/explore button on Twitter keep me well informed. #makeitreal

mburwitz Jun 14 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A1: it helps having own children near age of my students. Keeping up with music, tv shows, sports, books,...#makeitreal

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Q1 How do you stay current with the world outside of education?#makeitreal

StantonAlana Jun 14 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A lot like @ChouinardJahant I use what the ss love and then research that.I use youtube a lot to help me find out what kids love #Makeitreal

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Q1 How do you stay current with the world outside of education?#makeitreal

Stella_Pollard Jun 14 @ 9:40 PM EDT

I read the WSJ every day! Nothing wrong with that. #MakeItReal

In reply to @marthastickle

Hudsonwife16 Jun 14 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A1: news sites and web searches. And Twitter chats like this #MakeItReal

In reply to @forthekiddoes

pn6609 Jun 14 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A1: A 4 yo and 3 mo old keeps me very current on the latest Disney shows! #MakeItReal

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Q1 How do you stay current with the world outside of education?#makeitreal

hayes_melisa Jun 14 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A1. Twitter, Twitter, and 🤔 Twitter;). Also love to run- time to reflect and gain ideas😊 #makeitreal

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Hi Lovely! And look how relevant she is AGAIN, now! #makeitreal

In reply to @marthastickle

MrTravisDrake Jun 14 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A1 @ChannelOneNews keeps me up to date during the school year #makeitreal

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:41 PM EDT

ME too...1987. :) #makeitreal

In reply to @ChouinardJahant

sdtitmas Jun 14 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A1 I tend to read most of my news online. Allows me to get info when I want it about what I want. #makeitreal

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art4ch8ng Jun 14 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A1: Having an 11 and a 13 year old while teaching in the middle school help me to stay current! #MakeItReal

hollysking Jun 14 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Holly in NC! Hi @StantonAlana @ChouinardJahant! #makeitreal

marthastickle Jun 14 @ 9:41 PM EDT

My oldest's heading to high school, so I'm worried about being out of the middle school loop until my youngest makes it there! #makeitreal

In reply to @mburwitz

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:41 PM EDT

I need to get into podcasts more. I always forget about NPR, too. When I tune in? I love it! Thanks for the nudge! #makeitreal

In reply to @Clymer_Edu

soulsdna Jun 14 @ 9:41 PM EDT

#makeitreal A1 I love using intersections of pop culture and literature Cheever's The Swimmer versus talkingheads Once in a lifetime

In reply to @ChouinardJahant

AmesAngels Jun 14 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A1: I still watch the news every morning and evening. My family also keeps me abreast of the news. #MakeItReal

ChouinardJahant Jun 14 @ 9:42 PM EDT

My students created their own superheroes using science & wrote origin stories it was awesome & relevant #MakeItReal

charleswgardner Jun 14 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A1: NPR is great for staying current on the drive to work #MakeItReal

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:42 PM EDT

I'm a CNN news junkie. Like really it's a disease. #makeitreal

In reply to @Stella_Pollard

Stella_Pollard Jun 14 @ 9:42 PM EDT

I love podcasts but I almost always listen to edu stuff... LOL #nolife #MakeItReal

In reply to @forthekiddoes, @Clymer_Edu

ReutherKaren Jun 14 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Karen here from WI. I teach high school English. Books and music were the most relevant things for me! #MakeItReal

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StantonAlana Jun 14 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Whohooo Holly! #makeitreal

hollysking Jun 14 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Holly in NC! Hi @StantonAlana @ChouinardJahant! #makeitreal

MsEhlisawesome Jun 14 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A1: Read and laugh about social media posts, watch breaking news videos, then... go back to happy/funny posts on social media! #MakeItReal

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Q1 How do you stay current with the world outside of education?#makeitreal

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Q2 is coming up in one minute. #makeitreal

art4ch8ng Jun 14 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A1: I've found that by watching the Walking Dead I'm a cool teacher #MakeItReal

soulsdna Jun 14 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A1 #MakeItReal always reading just finished Neil Gaiman's View From The Cheap seats

hollysking Jun 14 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A1: Read everything in content, pedagogy, blogs; TEDtalks, NPR, twitter and conferences #MakeItReal

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Q1 How do you stay current with the world outside of education?#makeitreal

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:43 PM EDT

What leads you to pop culture fads? Sometimes because my learners are SO little, I feel I miss out on what's relevant for them. #makeitreal

In reply to @ChouinardJahant

MsHoskinsTech Jun 14 @ 9:43 PM EDT

So true-or latest slang words! haha #makeitreal

In reply to @ItsMrsPenrod

StantonAlana Jun 14 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Which ones do you love? I need ideas. We both teach littles....who are so big though #makeitreal

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:41 PM EDT

I need to get into podcasts more. I always forget about NPR, too. When I tune in? I love it! Thanks for the nudge! #makeitreal
In reply to @Clymer_Edu

ChouinardJahant Jun 14 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Hello Holly my friend #makeitreal

In reply to @hollysking, @StantonAlana

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Good point! We do need to see the world through an educator lens and often we do! #makeitreal

In reply to @ItsMrsPenrod

RadfordAmy Jun 14 @ 9:43 PM EDT

It gives me some great conversation topics on Monday mornings! #makeitreal

In reply to @art4ch8ng

pn6609 Jun 14 @ 9:44 PM EDT

It is fun to slide some popular song lyrics into a lesson as if it's no big deal. Kids flip out #makeitreal

In reply to @art4ch8ng

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Q2 How can we foster student voice in the classroom so they see their own relevance in learning? #makeitreal

hollysking Jun 14 @ 9:44 PM EDT

What a great way to ensure student engagement! #MakeItReal

In reply to @ChouinardJahant

soulsdna Jun 14 @ 9:44 PM EDT

#MakeItReal THat's tough. My littles are 7th graders.

In reply to @forthekiddoes, @ChouinardJahant

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Hi Chuck! Thanks for joining us. Love when my fellow Atlanta educators are here! #makeitreal

In reply to @charleswgardner

jillrt Jun 14 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Jill from MA here late! A1 I have a hard time watching the news-too much negativity. I ❤️ @theskimm-news with a little snark. #makeitreal

ReutherKaren Jun 14 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A1: I follow a lot of news sources in my social media so I find out a lot of what's happening instantly! #MakeItReal

In reply to @forthekiddoes

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Do you have fave sources or scour them all? Asking for a friend. (Ha!) #makeitreal

In reply to @DennisDill

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A2 Give learners choice Allow conversations to create a framework for relevancy, too. Social conversations are powerful! #makeitreal

art4ch8ng Jun 14 @ 9:45 PM EDT

YES!! The talking dead has played into my lesson plans on occasion! Perfect instant relevance!#MakeItReal l

In reply to @RadfordAmy

vpdelamater Jun 14 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A1 Talking to Ss! They always share the current music & dance trends 😉Also #twitter #Makeitreal

ChouinardJahant Jun 14 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A2 #MakeItReal Let them choose how to demonstrate their knotbased in interest & relevance the more choice the more ownership & engagement

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Yay! Another one of my real life teacher heroes, ya'll! Who just got a promotion. Welcome!! #makeitreal

In reply to @KendraBrooks08

DennisDill Jun 14 @ 9:46 PM EDT

I read through Yahoo News and Google News multiple times per day #makeitreal

In reply to @forthekiddoes

marthastickle Jun 14 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A2: Help them use their writing to reach an authentic audience. #makeitreal

soulsdna Jun 14 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A1 #MakeItReal introduce my 7th grders 2 my pop culture. all in the family episode 2 teach pov & racism & rashomon https://t.co/3fBdmJaXwB

ItsMrsPenrod Jun 14 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A2 Have Ss plan lessons! This is something I'm trying next year- I give them the end goal, they come up with ways to meet it #MakeitReal

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Q2 How can we foster student voice in the classroom so they see their own relevance in learning? #makeitreal

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:46 PM EDT

So important to get that perspective I think! #makeitreal

In reply to @charleswgardner

ChouinardJahant Jun 14 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A2 #MakeItReal A Makerspace, #geniushour, PBL and just let them tinker & Create as much as possible- play & connections will come naturally

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Yes! Now that my own are older, I have to really push myself to be relevant with 5 through 8 year olds! #makeitreal

In reply to @mburwitz

Stella_Pollard Jun 14 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A2: I thin G Suite has revolutionized this! S voice through creativity, collaboration, communication, and exploring! #MakeitReal

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Q2 How can we foster student voice in the classroom so they see their own relevance in learning? #makeitreal

Hudsonwife16 Jun 14 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A2: it is their classroom so the more input they have the more we will get out #MakeItReal

In reply to @forthekiddoes

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:47 PM EDT

I can't wait to hear how this goes! What a great way to give voice and ownership which leads to relevancy! #makeitreal

In reply to @ItsMrsPenrod

soulsdna Jun 14 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A1 #makeitreal Love using Dallas to teach Deus ex machina here's how in my blog https://t.co/lAebvlnE1d

Teach_Serve Jun 14 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A2 I love Angela Maiers' heartbreak mapping activity...things you love and then what breaks your heart about those things. #MakeItReal

In reply to @forthekiddoes

MrsLedford6Eng Jun 14 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A2 By providing many ways to participate... Back channel chats are perfect for this! #makeitreal

ChouinardJahant Jun 14 @ 9:48 PM EDT

#makeitreal For me I ask them a lot of questions & during our 1-minute check ins I learn from them a lot that I would miss otherwise

In reply to @forthekiddoes

DennisDill Jun 14 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Start by listening to them ... once they know you listen they will use their voice. #makeitreal

vpdelamater Jun 14 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A2 Choice & voice! Allow Ss to make decisions abt their education & communicate w/each other. Empowers them & shows they matter #Makeitreal

Stella_Pollard Jun 14 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A2: I want to also add, let them productively struggle so they can learn to problem solve/communicate with others! #MakeItReal

In reply to @forthekiddoes

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:48 PM EDT

SO good! Finding an authentic audience reaps benefits. Contests, community members, even other classrooms! #makeitreal

In reply to @marthastickle

art4ch8ng Jun 14 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A2: Being there for the students, supporting them. Breaking the "norm" for some kids that were told they were dumb.#MakeItReal

AmesAngels Jun 14 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A2: Give them choice in their projects #GeniusHour, individualized learning #MakeItReal

Clymer_Edu Jun 14 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A2: Establish an outlet for student voice - class blog, twitter account, podcast... #makeitreal

KendraBrooks08 Jun 14 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A2: listening is key. So many times teachers let kids talk but don't listen authentically or react/respond in genuine way. #makeitreal

soulsdna Jun 14 @ 9:49 PM EDT

#makeitreal A1 My advisory learned about rickrolling and we turn on Rick astley before school and rickroll other advisories

Stella_Pollard Jun 14 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A2: We also need to make sure our Ss feel comfy & confident within our presence. If they don't; they will not find their voice. #MakeItReal

jillrt Jun 14 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A2 Making sure you are hearing from all Ss & making sure they work with varied partners-they need to use their voice w/ everyone #makeitreal

mburwitz Jun 14 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A2: Pair-share gives kids voice in a small area where they might feel safer than speaking to entire class #makeitreal

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Q2 How can we foster student voice in the classroom so they see their own relevance in learning? #makeitreal

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Yes! Then they think you are so cool. #makeitreal

In reply to @pn6609, @art4ch8ng

MsHoskinsTech Jun 14 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A2- Provide opportunities for free learning-give students time and encouragement to explore their passions and interests #makeitreal

RadfordAmy Jun 14 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A2-Choices! Letting them decide how they are going to express their ideas. #makeitreal

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Q3 Our last question is coming up. #makeitreal

hollysking Jun 14 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A2: It begins with relationships, trust and risk tolerance. Ss will use their voice if valued and gave opportunity #makeitreal

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Q2 How can we foster student voice in the classroom so they see their own relevance in learning? #makeitreal

Stella_Pollard Jun 14 @ 9:50 PM EDT

30 minute chats are soooo fast #MakeItReal :-)

In reply to @forthekiddoes

hayes_melisa Jun 14 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A2. GENIUSES AT WORK! Our Genius Hour Projects https://t.co/x889i6P7PK #MakeItReal #Daily 5 presentations #Stem

ChouinardJahant Jun 14 @ 9:50 PM EDT

I had no idea the impact of fidget spinners, bottle flipping & slime until I asked- I always say "So what's trending in your 🌎?" #MakeItReal

vpdelamater Jun 14 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A2b The person doing the talking is the one doing the learning. #Makeitreal

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Ah. I forgot about this. Yes! You masterfully lead them through this and it shows in what they create. #makeitreal

In reply to @Teach_Serve

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Q3 How can we turn exasperation into engaging? #makeitreal

MrTravisDrake Jun 14 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A2 By letting them attempt to find a way before providing them with all of the tools that they may need. #makeitreal

soulsdna Jun 14 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A2 #makeitreal my sts access their soulstories & their authentic diverse voices and then we feature them all in our sts driven TEDx event

ChouinardJahant Jun 14 @ 9:51 PM EDT

I know but I love them keeps me engaged and focused.... #makeitreal

In reply to @Stella_Pollard, @forthekiddoes

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Such a great way to check the pulse! Your kiddoes are lucky you take the time to LISTEN. #makeitreal

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MsHoskinsTech Jun 14 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A3- By modelling comfort in discomfort-demonstrate to students it is okay to be unsure, make mistakes, and learn together #makeitreal

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A3 We can't defiantly say, "NO!" to those things. Invite them in even in an exploratory context. It takes away the novelty. #makeitreal

Stella_Pollard Jun 14 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A3: instead of immediately saying "NO", ask the Ss how we can make the fidgets etc. be applicable to the class. Can we tie it in?#MakeItReal

In reply to @forthekiddoes

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:52 PM EDT

For sure! The learning happens with the struggle. Struggle means using brain muscles. #makeitreal

In reply to @Stella_Pollard

art4ch8ng Jun 14 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A3: Ahh, the fidget spinner. Embrace the exasperating and use it to engage! #Makeitreal

marthastickle Jun 14 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A3: This can be so simple! I used Pokemon last year to make my seating chart. Will wait for July to see what the new fad is. #makeitreal

RadfordAmy Jun 14 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A3-Listening and paying attention to the kids. Don't be afraid of change! Be engaged and present always! #makeitreal

StantonAlana Jun 14 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A3 Let them play, explore, and build build build #Makeitreal

ChouinardJahant Jun 14 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A3 #MakeItReal Embrace don't isolate if you let them in- based on respect & responsibility they will use them appropriately

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:52 PM EDT

As a Rick Astley fan, I do not know of this. SHARE! #makeitreal

In reply to @soulsdna

spiraledu Jun 14 @ 9:52 PM EDT

I resisted Gangnam style & when I finally looked it up, I realized it's what the students had been singing all week #makeitreal missed op!

In reply to @ChouinardJahant

charleswgardner Jun 14 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A3: I believe in hooking them you can. We can't ignore their world and expect them to embrace ours #MakeItReal

art4ch8ng Jun 14 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A3: When we allow students to give us ideas (fidget spinner) they come ready to learn! #MakeItReal

Stella_Pollard Jun 14 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A3: I'm not against them if they're not a distraction. #Makeitreal

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ItsMrsPenrod Jun 14 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A3 EMBRACE IT. Honestly fidget spinners are not that bad. I borrowed one from a S & I liked it. Almost forgot to give it back 🤣 #makeitreal

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Q3 How can we turn exasperation into engaging? #makeitreal

pn6609 Jun 14 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A3: teaching probability with fidget spinners and using their streak on Snapchat to create class graphs. #makeitreal

In reply to @forthekiddoes

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Great point! Relationships lead to relevancy. Perfect! #makeitreal

In reply to @hollysking

marthastickle Jun 14 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A3: And the MEMES, y'all. MS kids love memes. I plan to sneak them into all my presentations! #makeitreal

MrTravisDrake Jun 14 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A3 start by asking Ss what they want to do with it next, or how can we improve it? It is amazing the path you might take. #makeitreal

soulsdna Jun 14 @ 9:54 PM EDT

#makeitreal U mean u dont know rickrolling or how to implement it as pedagogy? :) https://t.co/jsO2uywYhA

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ItsMrsPenrod Jun 14 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A3b We need to remind ourselves there are bigger problems we could be dealing with. Just dab along & flip those water bottles 👍🏻 #MakeItReal

charleswgardner Jun 14 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A3: I believe in hooking them however you can. We can't ignore their world and expect them to embrace ours #MakeItReal

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Right!! That's good and bad. (Ha!) #makeitreal

In reply to @Stella_Pollard

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Superb question! #makeitreal

In reply to @ChouinardJahant

ChouinardJahant Jun 14 @ 9:54 PM EDT

I had a girl make me a carton of TARDIS blue slime it was awesome. They know me so well too- bldg rels makes all the difference #MakeItReal

In reply to @forthekiddoes

pn6609 Jun 14 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Also take data from the class on their Snapchat streak and find the class mean, median, mode, range. Compare to other classes #makeitreal

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hollysking Jun 14 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Bottle flipping Exp Design, Fidgets as timers (Beat the Fidget) and a well-timed dab will certainly get their attention ;) #Makeitreal

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Q3 How can we turn exasperation into engaging? #makeitreal

charleswgardner Jun 14 @ 9:55 PM EDT

My teachers were laughing because I was playing with one in the front office after school one day - I do see th appeal! #Makeitreal

ItsMrsPenrod Jun 14 @ 9:53 PM EDT
A3 EMBRACE IT. Honestly fidget spinners are not that bad. I borrowed one from a S & I liked it. Almost forgot to give it back 🤣 #makeitreal
- forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:51 PM EDT
  
  Q3 How can we turn exasperation into engaging? #makeitreal

vpdelamater Jun 14 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A3 Incorporate it into the classroom! Find a way to use the interests of Ss to engage them. Make the trend work for you! #Makeitreal

hayes_melisa Jun 14 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A3. By using the trend as a hook:-0 Fidget Spinner https://t.co/I8NShGuUSn #makeitreal

Teach_Serve Jun 14 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A3 Ts need to find ways to use current trends as tools. Ex...take fidget spinners out for 2 mins while brainstorming...#MakeItReal

In reply to @forthekiddoes

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:55 PM EDT

What a great idea! Agree! We can use fads for small management tasks, too! #makeitreal

In reply to @marthastickle

ChouinardJahant Jun 14 @ 9:56 PM EDT

I actually dab kids laugh so loud but you know what- being silly & goofy is a bonding experience #makeitreal

In reply to @spiraledu

triciafreyes Jun 14 @ 9:56 PM EDT

#makeitreal A3 Adding time to breathe, get up and move, or stopping for a bit helps channel all that exasperated energy

In reply to @forthekiddoes

soulsdna Jun 14 @ 9:56 PM EDT

#makeitreal I had a sts give me condolence card when Harper Lee died. Love when they connect with us about authors and r work 2gether

In reply to @ChouinardJahant, @forthekiddoes

charleswgardner Jun 14 @ 9:56 PM EDT

We can't major in the minors. Let's focus on what is most important! #makeitreal

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:56 PM EDT

So important. Set the ritual and they'll appreciate the availability and not abuse it. #makeitreal

In reply to @ChouinardJahant

MrTravisDrake Jun 14 @ 9:56 PM EDT

The dab, I asked them if the pollen count was high, as it seemed to cause them to sneeze into their sleeves often. #makeitreal

marthastickle Jun 14 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A colleague had kids make them to wrap up the year. Make a meme that summarizes 6th grade for next year's class. Brilliant! #makeitreal

In reply to @ItsMrsPenrod

hayes_melisa Jun 14 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A3. Also the flip water Challenge was fun!!! #makeitreal #math #science

hollysking Jun 14 @ 9:57 PM EDT

I came home last week & my hubby/daughter were crafting fidget spinners out of an old bicycle chain #stem ? #MakeitReal

ItsMrsPenrod Jun 14 @ 9:53 PM EDT
A3 EMBRACE IT. Honestly fidget spinners are not that bad. I borrowed one from a S & I liked it. Almost forgot to give it back 🤣 #makeitreal
- forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:51 PM EDT
  
  Q3 How can we turn exasperation into engaging? #makeitreal

SteinbrinkLaura Jun 14 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A1: Late to the party. I teach HS Ss and they make sure I am up to date, and my own kids do too! #makeitreal

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:57 PM EDT

At least you looked it up! Being reflective probably has you open to the next "thing" that comes along. Yay, you! #makeitreal

In reply to @spiraledu, @ChouinardJahant

art4ch8ng Jun 14 @ 9:57 PM EDT

They're addicting, I found out (after taking one) when one hit the desk during a Google Hangout ;) #MakeItReal

In reply to @charleswgardner

jakejaniszewski Jun 14 @ 9:57 PM EDT

#makeitreal Take something you've done in class before but find a new twist to engage the students

ChouinardJahant Jun 14 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Great questions Valerie @forthekiddoes #MakeItReal Have a great night!

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Two great, relevant ideas! #makeitreal

In reply to @pn6609

soulsdna Jun 14 @ 9:57 PM EDT

#makeitreal That is smart! We wrote an adaptation of Walter mitty and filmed it with kids https://t.co/UsvN8ilH0B

In reply to @marthastickle, @ItsMrsPenrod

pn6609 Jun 14 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A3: do u know how imp their streak is on Snapchat? I had no idea. Use that data to find a class mean, median, mode, and range. #MakeItReal

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Q3 How can we turn exasperation into engaging? #makeitreal

StantonAlana Jun 14 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Thank you @forthekiddoes a lot to think about! #Makeitreal

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Love the flexibility needed to "improve" something. Great perspective on this! I'm stealing it. #makeitreal

In reply to @MrTravisDrake

hollysking Jun 14 @ 9:58 PM EDT

My Ss favorite lesson this year was a meme war for a political campaign to decide the "leader of the cell" (organelle wars) #MakeItReal

In reply to @marthastickle

Stella_Pollard Jun 14 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Yes, thanks @forthekiddoes for an amazing chat! It's been delightful. #Makeitreal

spiraledu Jun 14 @ 9:59 PM EDT

I still have my 1st beanie baby & I try to remind myself what it was like being a student with that dad going on! #makeitreal

In reply to @forthekiddoes, @ChouinardJahant

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Such truth! And really aren't they are world anyway? Or supposed to be? #makeitreal

In reply to @charleswgardner

ReutherKaren Jun 14 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A2: It's all about building relationships with the students and giving them choices on which topics they'd like to explore. #MakeItReal

In reply to @forthekiddoes

art4ch8ng Jun 14 @ 9:59 PM EDT

That was fast and fun! Thank you #MakeItReal

mburwitz Jun 14 @ 9:59 PM EDT

I remind Ss to keep windows up while dabbing in the car... wouldn't want to lose an arm 😎#makeitreal

MrTravisDrake Jun 14 @ 9:56 PM EDT

The dab, I asked them if the pollen count was high, as it seemed to cause them to sneeze into their sleeves often. #makeitreal

marthastickle Jun 14 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Thanks to @forthekiddoes for moderating tonight! #makeitreal

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Goodness! Thank you all SO much for the reflective responses. Your mirrors all reflect AMAZING educators! #makeitreal

hayes_melisa Jun 14 @ 10:00 PM EDT

@forthekiddoes #MakeitReal thx for great chat!

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Hooks are a great way to use trends, and a good compromise for the Ts that are resistent! #makeitreal

In reply to @hayes_melisa

SteinbrinkLaura Jun 14 @ 10:00 PM EDT

A3: Debates, or have Ss create new product ideas or modifications then present "infomercial ."#makeitreal

jakejaniszewski Jun 14 @ 10:00 PM EDT

#makeitreal A2 we gave our students their own twitter account so they can brag about all the good things they're doing

charleswgardner Jun 14 @ 10:00 PM EDT

@forthekiddoes Thanks for a great #makeitreal chat tonight!

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Thanks @MathDenisNJ for handing me the crown tonight. You always nudge me to do better! #makeitreal

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Loved your thoughts! Need to have a slow read now. #makeitreal

In reply to @ChouinardJahant

SteinbrinkLaura Jun 14 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Hi! My phone is acting up, so I am in an out. #MakeItReal

In reply to @hollysking

jillrt Jun 14 @ 10:01 PM EDT

A3 I have been so inspired by Ts posts about how they r using those"distractions"as learning tools-really embracing Ss interests #makeitreal

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Thanks for joining! I always love admin perspective. Your school is LUCKY! #makeitreal

In reply to @charleswgardner

hollysking Jun 14 @ 10:04 PM EDT

@forthekiddoes Thanks for bringing us together for a great chat! Loved your questions! #makeitreal

forthekiddoes Jun 14 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Thank you! I think I needed to chew some of this over, so shared them with you all! My Qs reflect ME for sure! #makeitreal

In reply to @hollysking

ReutherKaren Jun 14 @ 10:04 PM EDT

A3: Kids love social media! My high schoolers love when I use Snapchat filters, etc. #MakeItReal

In reply to @forthekiddoes

MsHoskinsTech Jun 14 @ 10:10 PM EDT

That's awesome! Did it work out well? #makeitreal

In reply to @marthastickle