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MEMSPAchat Sep 21 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Come join #MEMSPAchat - a leading ed chat on Thursday at 8pm EST @TedHiff @jhmbeau5 #MOedchat Join the leading, learning & collaboration!

MarthaDoennig Sep 21 @ 10:00 PM EDT

If you enjoyed #iTeachMO head on over to #moedchat and connect with educators across the Midwest & world!

participatechat Sep 21 @ 10:00 PM EDT

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MOedchat Sep 21 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #MOedchat! Please introduce yourself, share your role in ed & where in the world you’re tweeting from tonight!

debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Happy Friday Eve! Debbie, Tech Coordinator, from #STL Excited to #moedchat about one of my favorite topics, #MakerEd

MOedchat Sep 21 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Tonight we are discussing #makered! #moedchat

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Andy, #innovationclass teacher from St. Charles MO #moedchat

MOedchat Sep 21 @ 10:02 PM EDT

The #MOedchat modteam is excited to learn with and from you tonight!

eleannalis Sep 21 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Eleanna, #innovationclass teacher, Middle School edition, St. Charles MO #moedchat

JoveStickel Sep 21 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Jove MS Principal from central MO on board to learn #moedchat

itechbob Sep 21 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Bob from STL, STEM Coordinator, will be in and out...hopefully more in! #moedchat

missfplunkett Sep 21 @ 10:02 PM EDT

I'm Faith. I teach technology in AL. So excited to join #MOedchat tonight with some of my favorite people!!!

debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Hi Eleanna! Glad you're here! #moedchat

eleannalis Sep 21 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Eleanna, #innovationclass teacher, Middle School edition, St. Charles MO #moedchat

joshchoward Sep 21 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Josh - tech integration specialist in Fulton. #moedchat

BethHouf Sep 21 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Yes! We'd love your ideas! #makeitreal #leadlap #tlap #moedchat @Flipgrid

MoebesMusic Sep 21 @ 2:21 PM EDT

6th grade Music: reflections on the Star Spangled Banner! Join us; add your thoughts. Flipgrid topic! #fmsteach https://t.co/8iF2CCN3jo

debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Hey Jove! #moedchat

In reply to @JoveStickel

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:03 PM EDT

I think we need #innovationclass T-shirts… @LauraStegmann #moedchat

In reply to @eleannalis, @LauraStegmann

debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Bob! Great to see you! #moedchat

In reply to @itechbob

El_FrinkELA Sep 21 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Chris from SeMO HS T and PDC Chair at Woodland HS #Wr4Cards #moedchat

jbamiller Sep 21 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Jen, studying digital communications at Lindenwood with @ghartman #lulearns #moedchat

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Another Gold Star! #moedchat

In reply to @El_FrinkELA

debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Yay! @missfplunkett is in the #moedchat house tonight! Faith KNOWS #makerEd So glad you're sharing your expertise with us tonight!

missfplunkett Sep 21 @ 10:02 PM EDT

I'm Faith. I teach technology in AL. So excited to join #MOedchat tonight with some of my favorite people!!!

shspjones - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:04 PM EDT

welcome Roll Tide or War Eagle?? #moedchat

In reply to @missfplunkett

itechbob Sep 21 @ 10:04 PM EDT

I always enjoy popping in...need to do it more often. Good learning happens here! #moedchat

In reply to @debbiefuco

halliesmills Sep 21 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Goodnight #NGSSchat. Hope to catch more next time. If you want, come join me on #moedchat now - talking #makerEd.

eleannalis Sep 21 @ 10:04 PM EDT

@awall We are fully operational #moedchat

eleannalis Sep 20 @ 9:13 PM EDT

#innovationclass after hours = ⏸1st time designers 3️⃣ shirts hot off the press...and 2️⃣ boys cooking up a time lapse camera stand 😜

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Thanks for joining us! Tell @ghartman I said you deserve an A for joining! #moedchat

In reply to @jbamiller, @ghartman, @ghartman

MOedchat Sep 21 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Q1: How do you define makerspace? Why should schools consider making these spaces available to Ss? #moedchat

missfplunkett Sep 21 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Very excited to learn with you all tonight!!! Thank goodness I'm up! It's usually my bedtime! Ha! :) #moedchat

debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:04 PM EDT
Yay! @missfplunkett is in the #moedchat house tonight! Faith KNOWS #makerEd So glad you're sharing your expertise with us tonight!
- missfplunkett Sep 21 @ 10:02 PM EDT
  
  I'm Faith. I teach technology in AL. So excited to join #MOedchat tonight with some of my favorite people!!!

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Any time Bob joins us, it is a good time! #moedchat

In reply to @itechbob, @debbiefuco

missfplunkett Sep 21 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Go Gators! ;) #moedchat

In reply to @shspjones

debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Hi Chris! #moedchat

In reply to @El_FrinkELA

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Probably on your E-mail signature #moedchat

In reply to @El_FrinkELA

debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Hi Jen! Glad you're here! #moedchat

In reply to @jbamiller, @ghartman

debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A1 “Makerspaces are places that allow students to create things and explore ideas that interest them.” @nerdyteacher #moedchat #makerED

halliesmills Sep 21 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Hello! Hallie here, 2nd grade teacher from St. Peters. #moedchat

joshchoward Sep 21 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Don't hold out on me. I need those stickers. #moedchat

In reply to @awall777, @El_FrinkELA

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Please do join us on #moedchat!

halliesmills Sep 21 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Goodnight #NGSSchat. Hope to catch more next time. If you want, come join me on #moedchat now - talking #makerEd.

BusEd11 Sep 21 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Ready to learn, h Igh school business teacher at Cape. #MOedchat

debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Always love your valuable input! #moedchat

In reply to @itechbob

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Josh, I’ll give you yours when I win the #creativesmackdown at #MOREnet2017 #moedchat

In reply to @joshchoward, @El_FrinkELA

itechbob Sep 21 @ 10:07 PM EDT

You are too kind sir. #moedchat

In reply to @awall777, @debbiefuco

debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Hi Hallie! Great to see you! #moedchat

In reply to @halliesmills

joshchoward Sep 21 @ 10:07 PM EDT

What do I get when I beat you at @sphero? #moedchat

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A High-5? But, we all know the truth… that won’t happen #spheroallstar #moedchat

In reply to @joshchoward, @Sphero

debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:08 PM EDT

Hey #moedchat have you checked out @fuglefun and her amazing resources? Lots of #makerED ideas!

fuglefun Aug 8 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Could design it that way-My robot #cardboard #whirligig has levers, gauges, hinges, & lights up too! #STEAM #edtech https://t.co/3lavviv1m4
In reply to @marlarattner

GruntledChalkie Sep 21 @ 10:08 PM EDT

Gday #moedchat Carl from Australia dropping by

eleannalis Sep 21 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A1: Ss NEED to make, whether digital or physical...flop or fly...it's an outlet among all of the "other" school stuff they do #moedchat

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:08 PM EDT

Thank you for joining us down under! #moedchat

In reply to @GruntledChalkie

joshchoward Sep 21 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A1 A place with a lot of cardboard and hot glue. #moedchat

halliesmills Sep 21 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A makerspace is an area that students get to explore, create, collaborate. They let students shine in areas we don't usually see. #moedchat

MOedchat Sep 21 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Q1: How do you define makerspace? Why should schools consider making these spaces available to Ss? #moedchat

itechbob Sep 21 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A1 - Makerspaces take the shape and character of the school community. No two are probably alike. #creativity #design #making #moedchat

ShamandSun Sep 21 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Good evening! Erin from Fulton #moedchat

joshchoward Sep 21 @ 10:09 PM EDT

#beentrainingallyear #mytime #moedchat

In reply to @awall777, @Sphero

debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Love the simplicity of this definition. #moedchat

debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A1 “Makerspaces are places that allow students to create things and explore ideas that interest them.” @nerdyteacher #moedchat #makerED

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A1 a place where Ss can do what they want (w/in reason) and create, Ss need to create, no more regurgitation #moedchat

GruntledChalkie Sep 21 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A1. A place where students can grab resources and model #moedchat

BarbaraGruener Sep 21 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Howdy #MOedchat from Barbara in TX. We're tracking the kindness we've received during #HarveyRelief and Cape G, MO is ON the map! #gratitude

debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:10 PM EDT

Hey Carl! Australia! That's awesome! We're talking #makerED #moedchat

GruntledChalkie Sep 21 @ 10:08 PM EDT

Gday #moedchat Carl from Australia dropping by

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A1 a makerspace is a place where students combine two or more knowledge streams to make a new representation #moedchat

In reply to @MOedchat

manuelherrera33 Sep 21 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A1: Makerspaces are place for Ss & Ts to create using digital & analog tools. Create what theyre passionate about / just tinker #moedchat

shspjones - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A1 a a place where things are done nit just talked about #MOedchat

jbamiller Sep 21 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A1: makerspaces allow students to have freedom to learn through creating and experimenting. So important for students #moedchat

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:10 PM EDT

#truth just recently did some work w/first graders, normally squrriely(?) Ss were shining like rockstars #moedchat

In reply to @halliesmills

itechbob Sep 21 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A1 - The high tech and low tech balance is important. Room for both in these spaces. Focus on the thinking over the "stuff" #moedchat

GruntledChalkie Sep 21 @ 10:10 PM EDT

Here si what one of ,y students created today #moedchat

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:11 PM EDT

#cardboardislife #moedchat

In reply to @joshchoward

El_FrinkELA Sep 21 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A1: They're spaces where Ss get to explore without grades hanging in the balance and with the world-nay universe-as their bounds #moedchat

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A1 we should also be moving from the idea of a particular space because maker can happen in a classroom, hallway or outside #moedchat

In reply to @MOedchat

halliesmills Sep 21 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Love the addition of "and teachers"! We should be creating along with the students! #moedchat

manuelherrera33 Sep 21 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A1: Makerspaces are place for Ss & Ts to create using digital & analog tools. Create what theyre passionate about / just tinker #moedchat

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Thanks for joining us! #moedchat

In reply to @ShamandSun

joshchoward Sep 21 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Exploration is key - I get nervous when folks start throwing out makerspace assignments and lessons. #letthemcreate #moedchat

In reply to @halliesmills

GruntledChalkie Sep 21 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Cool Debbie. Saw the light on and thought I'd drop in #moedchat

In reply to @debbiefuco

debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:11 PM EDT

As it should be. No cookie-cutter #makerspaces #moedchat

itechbob Sep 21 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A1 - Makerspaces take the shape and character of the school community. No two are probably alike. #creativity #design #making #moedchat

ShamandSun Sep 21 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A1: Because a makerspace is a genuine integration of all content areas (leads to brain development and creative thinking) #moedchat

jbamiller Sep 21 @ 10:12 PM EDT

So important! As long as they are creating it doesn't matter what they use #moedchat

In reply to @itechbob

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A1 school should be for continuing to enable students to have time and space to create knowledge representations #moedchat

In reply to @MOedchat

missfplunkett Sep 21 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A1: Not really so much about the physical space, but allowing our students to have the ability to create & follow their passions! #moedchat

manuelherrera33 Sep 21 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A1: Schools should consider supporting a maker mindset rather than just the space. Making happens anywhere. Not just a room. #moedchat

El_FrinkELA Sep 21 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A1.2: schools, especially smaller ones, should offer them to give Ss more opportunities to #STEAM ahead in their ed #moedchat

eleannalis Sep 21 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Yes! 💔 When I've seen rubrics for MakerSpace work #moedchat

El_FrinkELA Sep 21 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A1: They're spaces where Ss get to explore without grades hanging in the balance and with the world-nay universe-as their bounds #moedchat

shspjones - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:12 PM EDT

@MOREbyMOREnet has a makerspace in house now in Columbia open if you want to bring Ss https://t.co/CByr4ABp0V for more infor #Moedchat

debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:12 PM EDT

The 'mobile' Erin is here! Congrats! #moedchat

ShamandSun Sep 21 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Good evening! Erin from Fulton #moedchat

itechbob Sep 21 @ 10:13 PM EDT

I think the tinker part if where some people struggle...can there be too much tinkering? #moedchat

In reply to @manuelherrera33

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:13 PM EDT

#moedchat

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:13 PM EDT

A1 a makerspace should not be Defined as a place with tools (Be they digital or analog) but a place where ideas can blossom #moedchat

In reply to @MOedchat

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Freedom. #moedchat

jbamiller Sep 21 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A1: makerspaces allow students to have freedom to learn through creating and experimenting. So important for students #moedchat

Mrs_JWagner Sep 21 @ 10:13 PM EDT

First time to join a #moedchat, joining from Ash Grove, MO, although I work in Spfld, MO as an elementary AP

joshchoward Sep 21 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Yes. Make it about journey not about the destination. It's hard enough to design and create. Now we have to make it for a grade? #moedchat

In reply to @El_FrinkELA

MOedchat Sep 21 @ 10:14 PM EDT

Q2: What should drive a student’s work within a makerspace? Should it be totally free reign? #moedchat

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:14 PM EDT

#cardboardislife #moedchat

In reply to @itechbob

manuelherrera33 Sep 21 @ 10:14 PM EDT

Do we ever say there's too much social studies? Even if kids arent learning or understanding it, we continue to do it right? #moedchat

In reply to @itechbob

itechbob Sep 21 @ 10:14 PM EDT

I love going to different spaces just to take in the vibe and see how that could be used in our spaces. #moedchat

In reply to @debbiefuco

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:14 PM EDT

I saw that earlier, awesome stuff! #moedchat

In reply to @GruntledChalkie

shspjones - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:14 PM EDT

DESIGN THINKING IS A MINDET, NOT A TOOLKIT OR SERIES OF STEPS. - A. Oosterom #moedchat

joshchoward Sep 21 @ 10:14 PM EDT

There's plenty of high tech stuff out there, but we can always find cardboard, hot glue, and duct tape. #creativerestraint #moedchat

In reply to @itechbob

GruntledChalkie Sep 21 @ 10:14 PM EDT

I also have many not so awesome ones too #moedchat

In reply to @awall777

debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:15 PM EDT

A2 Research from Horizon Report 2015 https://t.co/lkPlwYgdb2 #moedchat #makerED

manuelherrera33 Sep 21 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Absolutely! Tap into your 6yr old self. #play #moedchat

In reply to @halliesmills

myassignment Sep 21 @ 10:15 PM EDT

The Complete Guide to UK Car Driving Theory Test https://t.co/Z8TN4t4GK0 #ditchbook #moedchat

debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:15 PM EDT

A1 Creation rather than consumption. #makerED #moedchat

eleannalis Sep 21 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Maybe? Some Ss just need 2 tinker. 😍 seeing my 200+ lb 8th gr boys playing with blocks and marbles. Their FAVE time of the day. #moedchat

JMNorrisISP Sep 21 @ 10:15 PM EDT

They allow for open, creative problem solving where Ss can use their hands to build. We need more opps for this in school! #moedchat

MOedchat Sep 21 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Q1: How do you define makerspace? Why should schools consider making these spaces available to Ss? #moedchat

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Grades? #moedchat

itechbob Sep 21 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Good point! This is just something I hear when talking makerspaces. I think because it is something we really dont do anymore. #moedchat

In reply to @manuelherrera33

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:15 PM EDT

A2 students should develop ideas that they can relate to. Ideas that build empathy. building looks like chaos and that's fine #moedchat

In reply to @MOedchat

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Good point, authentic #moedchat

In reply to @nathan_stevens, @MOedchat

debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:16 PM EDT

Me, too! Helps me reimagine our space! #moedchat #makerEd

itechbob Sep 21 @ 10:14 PM EDT

I love going to different spaces just to take in the vibe and see how that could be used in our spaces. #moedchat
In reply to @debbiefuco

joshchoward Sep 21 @ 10:16 PM EDT

We put grades on pedestals and beat creativity out of kids for so long that they forget how to change mindsets about either. #moedchat

In reply to @El_FrinkELA

GruntledChalkie Sep 21 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A2. Not total free reign. Give them a purpose, something to show you for example and then make the way it is done free reign #moedchat

shspjones - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A2 Ts still have a important role to hp Ss pick what to do how it can relate to curriculum #MOedchat

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:16 PM EDT

I am trying to get my #ofarmdes staff to get in my room too! #moedchat

In reply to @halliesmills

halliesmills Sep 21 @ 10:16 PM EDT

I thought the storyline of Tinkerbell getting started as a tinkerer was great. #daughterwantedTinkerbellonrepeat #moedchat

In reply to @awall777

manuelherrera33 Sep 21 @ 10:16 PM EDT

And a butter knife. #moedchat

In reply to @joshchoward, @itechbob

ShamandSun Sep 21 @ 10:16 PM EDT

Thanks! My biggest victory today is that I don't have to sleep with that ginormous boot on anymore!! #moedchat

In reply to @debbiefuco

Mrs_JWagner Sep 21 @ 10:16 PM EDT

Q1: makerspace allows Ss to engage in creativity, problem solving, math, science, engineering, collaboration...#moedchat

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:16 PM EDT

Me as well… today we finished off a cardboard toilet… long story… but it worked! #moedchat

In reply to @GruntledChalkie

shspjones - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:16 PM EDT

of the things we have too much of in USA social studies isn't one of them :) #moedchat

In reply to @manuelherrera33, @itechbob

debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:16 PM EDT

So cool! Thanks for sharing! #moedchat

BarbaraGruener Sep 21 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Howdy #MOedchat from Barbara in TX. We're tracking the kindness we've received during #HarveyRelief and Cape G, MO is ON the map! #gratitude

BarbaraGruener Sep 21 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A2: I think it's good to give learners voice & choice but also direct 'em w/a problem to solve or situation to create. #makerspace #MOedchat

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:17 PM EDT

My kids make us watch this on the regular, tonight in fact… #moedchat

In reply to @halliesmills

eleannalis Sep 21 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A2: Ss always have a purpose: entertain, help others, solve a problem, relieve stress, etc... #moedchat

GruntledChalkie Sep 21 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Until someone flushed.... #moedchat

In reply to @awall777

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A2 the S should drive as much as possible, T lead is good too though! #moedchat

halliesmills Sep 21 @ 10:17 PM EDT

We had an early release day - staff built catapults flinging 3D printed squirrels a la "That Darn Squirrel." Great staff PD! #moedchat

In reply to @awall777

debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:18 PM EDT

Manuel! Glad you're here! #moedchat #makerdad #makerED

In reply to @manuelherrera33

sadieclorinda Sep 21 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A2: Letting students find their voice is super important. They are too often told what their voice is through recipe projects #moedchat

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A2 fee reign depends on context of the build. Am I creating art in the makerspace than yes free reign is fine #moedchat

In reply to @MOedchat

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A2 should there be controlled chaos? Yes should be students running around without purpose? No #moedchat

In reply to @MOedchat

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:18 PM EDT

@GruntledChalkie #moedchat

awall777 Sep 21 @ 2:15 PM EDT

When a friend likes 2 flush toilets 4 sensory needs, you make him a flushing toilet b/c #KidsDeserveIt right? #OFarmPride @DiscoveryEleme1

missfplunkett Sep 21 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A2: Passions should drive Ss work & creations. I sometimes do design thinking so it's not total free reign. They design a solution.#moedchat

jbamiller Sep 21 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A2: I think a combination. Sometimes free reign and sometimes a topic being studied #moedchat

itechbob Sep 21 @ 10:18 PM EDT

For me, our spaces become an extension of the classroom. With more creation possibilities at their fingertips = amplified learning #moedchat

ShamandSun Sep 21 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A2: Sometimes. Like most things it's all about balance. Some days, "Make a..." and some days, "Make something." #moedchat

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:18 PM EDT

We’re doing a @makeymakey activity tomorrow, I’m pretty excited! #moedchat

In reply to @halliesmills, @makeymakey

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:19 PM EDT

Culture first #moedchat

manuelherrera33 Sep 21 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A1: Schools should consider supporting a maker mindset rather than just the space. Making happens anywhere. Not just a room. #moedchat

manuelherrera33 Sep 21 @ 10:19 PM EDT

Yes! This one way to put making back into the classroom and not just into a separate space. #moedchat

missfplunkett Sep 21 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A2: Passions should drive Ss work & creations. I sometimes do design thinking so it's not total free reign. They design a solution.#moedchat

massignmenthelp Sep 21 @ 10:20 PM EDT

The Complete Guide to UK Car Driving Theory Test https://t.co/skWVo4OBdl #ditchbook #moedchat

AssignmentHelpN Sep 21 @ 10:20 PM EDT

The SAMR Model: Effective Technology Integration in Classrooms https://t.co/N8NF3byMeG #ditchbook #moedchat

krissyvenosdale Sep 21 @ 10:20 PM EDT

Did somebody say MISSOURI and MAKERSPACE in the same tweet? I'm so in.... #makered #moedchat

debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:20 PM EDT

TRUTH! #moedchat #makerED

itechbob Sep 21 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A1 - The high tech and low tech balance is important. Room for both in these spaces. Focus on the thinking over the "stuff" #moedchat

shspjones - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:20 PM EDT

For those of you coming to #MORENET conference in Oct we will have makerspace- MiLL setup in Parasol for you to play with #Moedchat

missfplunkett Sep 21 @ 10:20 PM EDT

I've noticed this year w/ us getting a lot of new Ss that they freak out when given the ability to create. They've never had that. #moedchat

manuelherrera33 Sep 21 @ 10:19 PM EDT
Yes! This one way to put making back into the classroom and not just into a separate space. #moedchat
- missfplunkett Sep 21 @ 10:18 PM EDT
  
  A2: Passions should drive Ss work & creations. I sometimes do design thinking so it's not total free reign. They design a solution.#moedchat

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:21 PM EDT

Makered should NOT constrained by an acronym. Maker is learning. Learning is making. We must include PE and other areas #moedchat

In reply to @El_FrinkELA, @MOedchat

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:21 PM EDT

A2 if a student is creating something and is documenting the creation, that is what maker is about #moedchat

In reply to @MOedchat

missfplunkett Sep 21 @ 10:21 PM EDT

Part 2...so this has helped with that! Tremendously!!! #moedchat

manuelherrera33 Sep 21 @ 10:19 PM EDT
Yes! This one way to put making back into the classroom and not just into a separate space. #moedchat
- missfplunkett Sep 21 @ 10:18 PM EDT
  
  A2: Passions should drive Ss work & creations. I sometimes do design thinking so it's not total free reign. They design a solution.#moedchat

krissyvenosdale Sep 21 @ 10:21 PM EDT

A2) Foster the space between the ears, before you worry about the stuff you buy. Always. #Moedchat

itechbob Sep 21 @ 10:21 PM EDT

Totally agree on the culture part. When I give PD on making, innovation, etc. we always start with the thinking. #designthinking #moedchat

In reply to @awall777

halliesmills Sep 21 @ 10:21 PM EDT

#moedchat

In reply to @awall777, @makeymakey

shspjones - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:21 PM EDT

A2 Ss can use makerspace to discover Laws of Motion. They get to "play" with stuff and learn what you need them to learn #Moedchat

Mrs_JWagner Sep 21 @ 10:21 PM EDT

Q2: a variety of structured challenges vs. "free reign" is important. both build skills in different ways #moedchat

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:21 PM EDT

You have to embrace the chaos #moedchat

In reply to @nathan_stevens, @MOedchat

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:22 PM EDT

I 3D printed out piano keys to have a real makey makey piano @makeymakey #moedchat

In reply to @awall777, @halliesmills, @makeymakey, @makeymakey

BarbaraGruener Sep 21 @ 10:22 PM EDT

I'm finding the same thing with circling up to talk. I'm asking them to make a circle and it's a struggle. Must change that! #MOedchat

In reply to @missfplunkett

manuelherrera33 Sep 21 @ 10:22 PM EDT

A2: Balance. Free reign. Exploring. Structured. Identifying & solving probs. Sometimes it's about a teacher getting their feet wet #moedchat

GruntledChalkie Sep 21 @ 10:22 PM EDT

So cool #moedchat

In reply to @awall777

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:22 PM EDT

You could come if you want? 7:30 am, we’d love to have you :) #moedchat

In reply to @halliesmills, @makeymakey

joshchoward Sep 21 @ 10:22 PM EDT

A2 The older some Ss get, the more they have forgotten how to think creatively. Resist "Maker" assignments. Help 'em find passion #moedchat

eleannalis Sep 21 @ 10:22 PM EDT

YES! It seems the older they are, the more stuck in their boxes they seem. I tell them to burn the box! ;) #moedchat

In reply to @missfplunkett

debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:22 PM EDT

Yes, mindset and culture! #moedchat

manuelherrera33 Sep 21 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A1: Schools should consider supporting a maker mindset rather than just the space. Making happens anywhere. Not just a room. #moedchat

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:22 PM EDT

YOU have to embrace not being the center of knowledge. Embrace being a co-learner #moedchat

In reply to @awall777, @MOedchat

debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:22 PM EDT

Noooo! #moedchat

eleannalis Sep 21 @ 10:12 PM EDT
Yes! 💔 When I've seen rubrics for MakerSpace work #moedchat
- El_FrinkELA Sep 21 @ 10:11 PM EDT
  
  A1: They're spaces where Ss get to explore without grades hanging in the balance and with the world-nay universe-as their bounds #moedchat

MOedchat Sep 21 @ 10:23 PM EDT

Q3: If there is a makerspace within a school, how can content teachers tap into that resource so that it’s relevant? #moedchat

Kenny_pal2 Sep 21 @ 10:23 PM EDT

Let's talk about " #moedchat " right now - Chat channel (free) https://t.co/waRa1ffx3h

halliesmills Sep 21 @ 10:23 PM EDT

I wish! But have to be at school by 8:10... would love to come visit someday though! #moedchat

In reply to @awall777, @makeymakey

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:23 PM EDT

Nice! I am currently sans-3D printer, so I use lots of cardboard and tin foil #moedchat

In reply to @nathan_stevens, @halliesmills, @makeymakey

missfplunkett Sep 21 @ 10:23 PM EDT

Definitely! They've come a long way in 8 weeks!! It's been so fun to watch them progress and use creativity! #moedchat

In reply to @BarbaraGruener

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:23 PM EDT

That gets lost. We should lose all acronyms #makered #moedchat

In reply to @El_FrinkELA, @MOedchat

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:23 PM EDT

Hard to do in traditional mindsets, again, culture first #moedchat

In reply to @nathan_stevens, @MOedchat

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:23 PM EDT

We started there and wanted more things #moedchat

In reply to @awall777, @halliesmills, @makeymakey

joshchoward Sep 21 @ 10:23 PM EDT

In the end it's about culture- eventually learning will stop looking like worksheets and more like workshops if you let it. #moedchat

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:24 PM EDT

I’ll try to @PeriscopeCo it! #moedchat

In reply to @halliesmills, @makeymakey, @PeriscopeCo

halliesmills Sep 21 @ 10:24 PM EDT

Great @DonorsChoose project! Start writing your request! #moedchat

In reply to @awall777, @nathan_stevens, @makeymakey, @DonorsChoose

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A SPACE will NOT change culture or mindsets.start with making small projects and grow #moedchat

In reply to @awall777, @MOedchat

missfplunkett Sep 21 @ 10:24 PM EDT

Oh yes! It's been fun to watch them progress! Makes me hate worksheets even more! They're learning so much in their OWN way. #moedchat

In reply to @eleannalis

ShamandSun Sep 21 @ 10:24 PM EDT

https://t.co/pcpfzPKQpf #moedchat

In reply to @joshchoward

itechbob Sep 21 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A3 - There are problems being studied in any content area. Use the makerspace to create solution to these and other problems. #moedchat

joshchoward Sep 21 @ 10:24 PM EDT

Yes! Love @thrively. Use it with Ss often when they need help designing innovation projects. #moedchat

In reply to @eleannalis, @thrively, @thrively

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:24 PM EDT

Changing them back is a difficult task, lets not kill it to begin with, #startthemyoung #moedchat

In reply to @joshchoward, @El_FrinkELA

ShamandSun Sep 21 @ 10:24 PM EDT

https://t.co/pcpfzPKQpf #moedchat

In reply to @eleannalis, @missfplunkett

brynmw Sep 21 @ 10:25 PM EDT

Tinfoil makes great hats....and awesome for creating new learning. #Moedchat

In reply to @nathan_stevens, @awall777, @halliesmills, @makeymakey

missfplunkett Sep 21 @ 10:25 PM EDT

Oh my goodness! That would work so much better than real fruit that doesn't make it through all 250 kids. 😂😂 #moedchat #greatidea

In reply to @nathan_stevens, @awall777, @halliesmills, @makeymakey

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:25 PM EDT

The fantastic Tech Dept of @OrchardFarmRV is fixing it after it broke (cough- @eleannalis -cough) #moedchat

In reply to @halliesmills, @nathan_stevens, @makeymakey, @DonorsChoose, @OrchardFarmRV, @eleannalis

shspjones - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A3- SCi and Math I see easy struggle a little more with history LA- help!! #Moedchat

eleannalis Sep 21 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A3: Go see @itechbob at #METC18 ? At '17 I learned SO many new ways to integrate #innovationclass and #core content from him! ;) #moedchat

krissyvenosdale Sep 21 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A3) Making can relate to ANY subject - it's about creating and connecting - a book, a leaf, invention, the world. Open ended. #Moedchat

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A3 resources??? Let students explore and start building. Students are the greatest maker resource out there #moedchat

In reply to @MOedchat

Mrs_JWagner Sep 21 @ 10:26 PM EDT

Q3: great question, Ts at my sites struggle to find time to use the makerspace & still complete their content. #moedchat

joshchoward Sep 21 @ 10:26 PM EDT

I, uh, really should have done this a long time ago. My bananas are getting soggy. #moedchat

In reply to @nathan_stevens, @awall777, @halliesmills, @makeymakey

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:26 PM EDT

Also a good cheap way to make switches for circuits or to protect you from the gov’t… #moedchat

In reply to @brynmw, @nathan_stevens, @halliesmills, @makeymakey

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:26 PM EDT

mmmm, mushy bananas… #moedchat

In reply to @missfplunkett, @nathan_stevens, @halliesmills, @makeymakey

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:26 PM EDT

I also have a @makeymakey banjo, bongos and working on a guitar #moedchat

In reply to @joshchoward, @awall777, @halliesmills, @makeymakey, @makeymakey

eleannalis Sep 21 @ 10:26 PM EDT

IT WORKED WHEN I GAVE IT BACK TO YOU {HAND IN FACE} #moedchat

In reply to @awall777, @halliesmills, @nathan_stevens, @makeymakey, @DonorsChoose, @OrchardFarmRV

missfplunkett Sep 21 @ 10:27 PM EDT

Thanks! I will definitely watch it!! #moedchat

In reply to @ShamandSun, @eleannalis

GruntledChalkie Sep 21 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A3 By developing open ended tasks that allow students imagination to drive the learning #moedchat

HJohnsonOMS Sep 21 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A3: We don't have an official maker space yet, but for ELA, Ss can create solutions to problems within a text. #NovelEngineering #moedchat

joshchoward Sep 21 @ 10:27 PM EDT

OMG @awall777 did you hear that??? A @makeymakey banjo???? #moedchat

In reply to @nathan_stevens, @awall777, @halliesmills, @makeymakey, @awall777, @makeymakey

halliesmills Sep 21 @ 10:27 PM EDT

There's never enough time. Sometimes you just have to make it a priority. #moedchat

In reply to @Mrs_JWagner

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A3 check the #makered hashtag (with a grain of salt these days) and look on Pinterest #moedchat

In reply to @MOedchat

debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:28 PM EDT

Krissy!!!! #moedchat #makerED

krissyvenosdale Sep 21 @ 10:20 PM EDT

Did somebody say MISSOURI and MAKERSPACE in the same tweet? I'm so in.... #makered #moedchat

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:28 PM EDT

A3 apply any opportunity to make instead of worksheet/test, ask for help! #moedchat

ShamandSun Sep 21 @ 10:28 PM EDT

I've watched it so many times! Always catch something new. #moedchat

In reply to @missfplunkett, @eleannalis

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:28 PM EDT

Yeah… #jealous #moedchat

In reply to @joshchoward, @nathan_stevens, @halliesmills, @makeymakey

El_FrinkELA Sep 21 @ 10:28 PM EDT

A2: Free reign can be dangerous to begin with if the culture isn't in place. I have classes to whom I'd give it & some I wouldnt. #moedchat

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:28 PM EDT

And I forgot a ukulele #moedchat

In reply to @joshchoward, @awall777, @halliesmills, @makeymakey

brynmw Sep 21 @ 10:28 PM EDT

I like the way you think....circuit boards for creating new collaborative connections? #moedchat

In reply to @awall777, @nathan_stevens, @halliesmills, @makeymakey

shspjones - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:28 PM EDT

and the robots when they turn on us ;) #moedchat

In reply to @awall777, @brynmw, @nathan_stevens, @halliesmills, @makeymakey

krissyvenosdale Sep 21 @ 10:28 PM EDT

Definitely don't need the official space to make it happen. Release the kids and enjoy! #makered #moedchat

HJohnsonOMS Sep 21 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A3: We don't have an official maker space yet, but for ELA, Ss can create solutions to problems within a text. #NovelEngineering #moedchat

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:29 PM EDT

I mean, its like we are twins or something… if you add a steel guitar, I’m going to have to come see it #moedchat

In reply to @nathan_stevens, @joshchoward, @halliesmills, @makeymakey

halliesmills Sep 21 @ 10:29 PM EDT

My "makerspace" consists of a large plastic tub filled with stuff that I bring out each week. Doesn't have to be fancy! #moedchat

In reply to @HJohnsonOMS

missfplunkett Sep 21 @ 10:29 PM EDT

A3: I taught math for an entire 9 weeks using Legos. Look at the standard and think creatively. Relevance is everywhere! #moedchat

El_FrinkELA Sep 21 @ 10:29 PM EDT

A3: it can be applied anywhere as long as the Ts are as creative as they ask their Ss to be. What matters is that the Ss learn #moedchat

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:29 PM EDT

Trying to find a switch example.. hang on… #moedchat

In reply to @brynmw, @nathan_stevens, @halliesmills, @makeymakey

brynmw Sep 21 @ 10:29 PM EDT

That’s why I always bow to my vacuum cleaner. They’ll know who worshipped them. #Moedchat

In reply to @shspjones, @awall777, @nathan_stevens, @halliesmills, @makeymakey

joshchoward Sep 21 @ 10:29 PM EDT

This is great. #moedchat

In reply to @ShamandSun, @eleannalis, @missfplunkett

jbamiller Sep 21 @ 10:30 PM EDT

A3: Making can be relevant to any subject! I work in a school library and there is so much Ss can create after reading a book! #moedchat

In reply to @MOedchat

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:30 PM EDT

Shhhhh #skynet is listening #moedchat

In reply to @shspjones, @awall777, @brynmw, @halliesmills, @makeymakey

krissyvenosdale Sep 21 @ 10:30 PM EDT

Only thing to make this better would be if I were eating Imo's pizza and having Ted Drewe's for dessert. #moedchat #makerforlife #moforlife

In reply to @debbiefuco

halliesmills Sep 21 @ 10:30 PM EDT

I'm thinking this @makeymakey band needs to perform at #METC18. @cyberteacher we need to give these guys a stage! #moedchat

In reply to @awall777, @nathan_stevens, @joshchoward, @makeymakey, @makeymakey, @cyberteacher

debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:30 PM EDT

What? Do you have a pic of that? #moedchat #makerED

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:22 PM EDT

I 3D printed out piano keys to have a real makey makey piano @makeymakey #moedchat
In reply to @awall777, @halliesmills, @makeymakey, @makeymakey

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:30 PM EDT

On list now #moedchat

In reply to @awall777, @joshchoward, @halliesmills, @makeymakey

brynmw Sep 21 @ 10:30 PM EDT

#Skynet is good. #moedchat

In reply to @nathan_stevens, @shspjones, @awall777, @halliesmills, @makeymakey

itechbob Sep 21 @ 10:30 PM EDT

A3-time in the makerspace, necessitates a change in allocation of instructional time. Replacement...not in addition too. #mindset #moedchat

ChristoAveryD Sep 21 @ 10:30 PM EDT

So late to the party, but totally excited to learn with my #moedchat peeps

krissyvenosdale Sep 21 @ 10:31 PM EDT

We absolutely have to learn to trust ourselves as educators again - we don't need to build someone else's space, but for OUR kids. #moedchat

joshchoward Sep 21 @ 10:31 PM EDT

I used a MakeyMakey to do the synths in my STEAM Rap https://t.co/MCQonUjysp #moedchat

In reply to @halliesmills, @awall777, @nathan_stevens, @makeymakey, @cyberteacher

El_FrinkELA Sep 21 @ 10:31 PM EDT

A3.2: in ELA: create something to represent a character last week mine had free reign to design a "hero" before we started Beowulf #moedchat

eleannalis Sep 21 @ 10:31 PM EDT

OMG yes. LOVE the paperclip! I tried it with old socks...found the idea on @instructables #moedchat

In reply to @ShamandSun, @missfplunkett, @instructables

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:31 PM EDT

I will send you one Debbie when I use it this weekend. It is packed up for an edcamp #nathanroadshow #moedchat

In reply to @debbiefuco

krissyvenosdale Sep 21 @ 10:31 PM EDT

I'm afraid too many are making "making" about doing things. Kits, scripts, and prescribed. Holding reigns too tight. #moedchat

MOedchat Sep 21 @ 10:32 PM EDT

Q4: How do we help all educators see the value in creating (through makerspaces or otherwise)? #moedchat

GambillJulie Sep 21 @ 10:32 PM EDT

Fooey! I was watching FlipGrid responses and forgot! Julie here from Poplar Bluff! English 8 #moedchat

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:32 PM EDT

Now that is cool #moedchat

In reply to @joshchoward, @halliesmills, @awall777, @makeymakey, @cyberteacher

joshchoward Sep 21 @ 10:32 PM EDT

Bout time. Jeez. #moedchat

In reply to @GambillJulie

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:32 PM EDT

#sky bet come and get me. You robot overlords suck #moedchat

In reply to @brynmw, @shspjones, @awall777, @halliesmills, @makeymakey

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:32 PM EDT

@brynmw notecard, tinfoil, notecard with holes, tinfoil, notecard and you have a switch! #moedchat

awall777 Aug 8 @ 6:01 PM EDT

Open house fun at @OrchardFarmElem #innovationclass @OrchardFarmRV

debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:33 PM EDT

A4 Inspired by Freire in that Ss who look for ways to make the world a better place will ask questions & find solutions. #moedchat #makerED

krissyvenosdale Sep 21 @ 10:33 PM EDT

Embrace failing in front of your kids, out loud, and showing your amazing flair for resilience. #moedchat #dailybasis

In reply to @nathan_stevens, @awall777, @MOedchat

ChristoAveryD Sep 21 @ 10:33 PM EDT

The problem n living in the box is getn stuck in the corners. I like circles #moedchat

In reply to @joshchoward, @ShamandSun, @eleannalis, @missfplunkett

sadieclorinda Sep 21 @ 10:33 PM EDT

I think we could all benefit from looking to elective classes. Art, FACS, TechEd have been "making" for years. #moedchat

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:33 PM EDT

A4 ask them what they create in their spare time when they are not doing school? I you create, you are a maker #moedchat

In reply to @MOedchat

brynmw Sep 21 @ 10:33 PM EDT

#guantletThrown Sarah Connors, we need you! Save Nathan Stevens! #moedchat

In reply to @nathan_stevens, @shspjones, @awall777, @halliesmills, @makeymakey

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:34 PM EDT

You mean Pearson? #moedchat

In reply to @nathan_stevens, @brynmw, @shspjones, @halliesmills, @makeymakey

jbamiller Sep 21 @ 10:34 PM EDT

A4: Great question! I think once they witness the benefits then there's no argument! #moedchat

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:34 PM EDT

A4 put it in the PD #moedchat

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:34 PM EDT

I like to say embrace opportunity instead of failure. #trendthepositive #moedchat

In reply to @krissyvenosdale, @awall777, @MOedchat

brynmw Sep 21 @ 10:34 PM EDT

Awesome. This is why I love twitter! Sharing our learning. #moedchat

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:32 PM EDT
@brynmw notecard, tinfoil, notecard with holes, tinfoil, notecard and you have a switch! #moedchat
- awall777 Aug 8 @ 6:01 PM EDT
  
  Open house fun at @OrchardFarmElem #innovationclass @OrchardFarmRV

Mrs_JWagner Sep 21 @ 10:34 PM EDT

Q4: opinions change thru experience. offering Ts experiences to create helps them understand the need #moedchat

krissyvenosdale Sep 21 @ 10:34 PM EDT

A4) broaden our connection with making - cooking, painting, jewlery design, auto repair, garage tinkering, crochet... ALL making #moedchat

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:34 PM EDT

Maybe #moedchat

In reply to @awall777, @brynmw, @shspjones, @halliesmills, @makeymakey

missfplunkett Sep 21 @ 10:34 PM EDT

A4: Following, because I feel so isolated where I am most of the time. I keep trying to spread the maker love. #moedchat

MOedchat Sep 21 @ 10:32 PM EDT

Q4: How do we help all educators see the value in creating (through makerspaces or otherwise)? #moedchat

debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:35 PM EDT

Connect #ELA and character problems; design solutions to problems throughout history #moedchat #makerED

shspjones - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A3- SCi and Math I see easy struggle a little more with history LA- help!! #Moedchat

krissyvenosdale Sep 21 @ 10:35 PM EDT

Agreed. Hate the trend to celebrate failure. I prefer the rise of resilience. :) #moedchat

In reply to @nathan_stevens, @awall777, @MOedchat

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:35 PM EDT

I haven't been on a Pearson rant in so long, I forgot who the enemy was #moedchat @DrKatrinaKeene

In reply to @awall777, @brynmw, @shspjones, @halliesmills, @makeymakey, @DrKatrinaKeene

debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:35 PM EDT

Thanks, Nathan! #moedchat

In reply to @nathan_stevens

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:36 PM EDT

I’m here to remind you! #moedchat

In reply to @nathan_stevens, @brynmw, @shspjones, @halliesmills, @makeymakey, @DrKatrinaKeene

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:36 PM EDT

#truth #moedchat

In reply to @krissyvenosdale, @awall777, @MOedchat

manuelherrera33 Sep 21 @ 10:36 PM EDT

A4: Don't we show them research. Isn't that what many want/like. It's why we use Marzano/Hattie/ABCya #moedchat

El_FrinkELA Sep 21 @ 10:36 PM EDT

A4: turn the Ts into the Ss for a day and show them the fun & learning that can happen in & out of their rooms w/ little effort #moedchat

krissyvenosdale Sep 21 @ 10:36 PM EDT

A4) We need to help teachers embrace what they are creative in, instead of trying to make everyone exactly the same. #moedchat

missfplunkett Sep 21 @ 10:36 PM EDT

I created an, "Uh-oh Basket" next to our 3D printer. That's where all our misprinted things go. It's been great for ALL. #moedchat

In reply to @nathan_stevens, @krissyvenosdale, @awall777, @MOedchat

GambillJulie Sep 21 @ 10:36 PM EDT

A4: SHARE! Let them see the fun. 2day my ELA Ss made Lego Shelters for Lego Refugees. We related it to Scholastic article. #moedchat

itechbob Sep 21 @ 10:36 PM EDT

A4 - I like to start by looking at needed job skills. Makerspaces fit many of these skills. https://t.co/ctERL0tDdp #moedchat

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:37 PM EDT

It does mean we have to get @nathan_stevens to #metc18 somehow #moedchat

In reply to @cyberteacher, @halliesmills, @joshchoward, @nathan_stevens, @makeymakey, @jleeTechPercent, @nathan_stevens

eleannalis Sep 21 @ 10:37 PM EDT

Why do we hate Pearson? I missed that one! #moedchat

In reply to @awall777, @nathan_stevens, @brynmw, @shspjones, @halliesmills, @makeymakey, @DrKatrinaKeene

HJohnsonOMS Sep 21 @ 10:37 PM EDT

A4: This video is awesome for showing the importance of #creativity & out of the box thinking #moedchat https://t.co/ulwMVTjW36

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:37 PM EDT

#classicnathan maybe he’ll show you his graphic #moedchat

In reply to @eleannalis, @nathan_stevens, @brynmw, @shspjones, @halliesmills, @makeymakey, @DrKatrinaKeene

GambillJulie Sep 21 @ 10:37 PM EDT

I TOTALLY did makerspace work in ELA today!! Finally, tried it. LOVED IT. S used what they had in a bag to make a refugee shanty. #moedchat

krissyvenosdale Sep 21 @ 10:38 PM EDT

Their single handed takeover of Public Education, turning it into a testing machine, basically. #nutshell #moedchat

In reply to @eleannalis, @awall777, @nathan_stevens, @brynmw, @shspjones, @halliesmills, @makeymakey, @DrKatrinaKeene

missfplunkett Sep 21 @ 10:38 PM EDT

He who must not be named. 😂 #moedchat

In reply to @nathan_stevens, @awall777, @brynmw, @shspjones, @halliesmills, @makeymakey, @DrKatrinaKeene

shspjones - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:38 PM EDT

me too. We don't celebrate Edison for failing to dev the lightbulb i cringe at fail and fail again at some point succeed. #moedchat

In reply to @krissyvenosdale, @nathan_stevens, @awall777, @MOedchat

joshchoward Sep 21 @ 10:38 PM EDT

A4 Stop calling it "genius hour" or 20% time. Call it good teaching. Stop marginalizing so we can justify passing out worksheets #moedchat

HowardKiyuna Sep 21 @ 10:38 PM EDT

A4: Find cool things to make, then look for a theme to attach it to. #moedchat

halliesmills Sep 21 @ 10:38 PM EDT

A4: Need to show Ss value/benefit from Makerspace then share widely! #moedchat

debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:38 PM EDT

A3 #papercircuit is a good hashtag to follow #moedchat #makerEd

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A3 check the #makered hashtag (with a grain of salt these days) and look on Pinterest #moedchat
In reply to @MOedchat

HowardKiyuna Sep 21 @ 10:38 PM EDT

A4: Motors, syringe hydraulics, solar collector oven = Energy. Lego plate on marbles w/offset motor = earthquakes. #moedchat

sadieclorinda Sep 21 @ 10:39 PM EDT

Personally, I think #ArtEdMatters now more than ever! #moedchat

Mrs_JWagner Sep 21 @ 10:36 PM EDT

Speak the truth! #artedmatters

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:39 PM EDT

I’ll try to @PeriscopeCo ours tomorrow morning! #moedchat

In reply to @El_FrinkELA, @PeriscopeCo

krissyvenosdale Sep 21 @ 10:39 PM EDT

this year we're practicing more of being a Mindful Maker. Creating, connecting, slowing down, deeper learning. Pure bliss. #moedchat

itechbob Sep 21 @ 10:39 PM EDT

A4 - Taking teachers through a simple design thinking exercise like Design Studio Pro always seems to be successful for me. #moedchat

eleannalis Sep 21 @ 10:39 PM EDT

I won a $5000 grant from Boeing for #makerspaces Cited this research and BOOM! #moedchat https://t.co/X5lRa7RLjn

krissyvenosdale Sep 21 @ 10:40 PM EDT

Creativity is FINALLY important at the EDU table. It's about time, world! #moedchat

sadieclorinda Sep 21 @ 10:39 PM EDT
Personally, I think #ArtEdMatters now more than ever! #moedchat
- Mrs_JWagner Sep 21 @ 10:36 PM EDT
  
  Speak the truth! #artedmatters

ChristoAveryD Sep 21 @ 10:40 PM EDT

A2. Not totally free reign, but freedom from the box gave us.. @Microsoft @Apple @facebook.. so I think we should keep it #moedchat

HowardKiyuna Sep 21 @ 10:40 PM EDT

A4: I approached it from the inclusive perspective. It fits diverse learning populations so well. #moedchat

joshchoward Sep 21 @ 10:40 PM EDT

Gonna go ahead and swipe this right here.... #moedchat

In reply to @eleannalis

shspjones - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:40 PM EDT

I just want to be able to work the auto paper towel thingy in the restrooms ;) #moedchat

In reply to @itechbob

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:40 PM EDT

Next you need to get a filashredder and an extruder to recycle filament #moedchat

In reply to @missfplunkett, @krissyvenosdale, @awall777, @MOedchat

halliesmills Sep 21 @ 10:40 PM EDT

Ss who struggle in school and can't get along are different kids during Makerspace. Amazing! Get to see a side I normally didn't. #moedchat

brynmw Sep 21 @ 10:40 PM EDT

Isn’t it something about darkside, standardized testing, corporation something something? #moedchat

In reply to @awall777, @eleannalis, @nathan_stevens, @shspjones, @halliesmills, @makeymakey, @DrKatrinaKeene

manuelherrera33 Sep 21 @ 10:40 PM EDT

A4: HMW rethink our approach to the maker mindset in order to...? Are we treating too much like a separate thing? #moedchat

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:40 PM EDT

I love the syringe hydolic stuff, have you seen The Q on @YouTube? #moedchat

In reply to @HowardKiyuna, @YouTube

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:40 PM EDT

If there is money and a will, nathan may travel #moedchat

In reply to @awall777, @cyberteacher, @halliesmills, @joshchoward, @makeymakey, @jleeTechPercent

debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:40 PM EDT

This is an #ela connection to a story read during class. #makerED #moedchat inspired by @fuglefun

MOedchat Sep 21 @ 10:41 PM EDT

Q5: What about makerspaces for educators? Do we need time and space for creating, too? How would that look? #moedchat

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:41 PM EDT

Yep #moedchat

In reply to @krissyvenosdale, @eleannalis, @awall777, @brynmw, @shspjones, @halliesmills, @makeymakey, @DrKatrinaKeene

krissyvenosdale Sep 21 @ 10:41 PM EDT

Right? All the stuff people discounted and threw out of schools... matters. #makered #moedchat

In reply to @sadieclorinda

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:41 PM EDT

How about just a bunch of fans ready to rock? #moedchat

In reply to @nathan_stevens, @cyberteacher, @halliesmills, @joshchoward, @makeymakey, @jleeTechPercent

debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:41 PM EDT

LOVE! #moedchat

In reply to @joshchoward, @halliesmills, @awall777, @nathan_stevens, @makeymakey, @cyberteacher

missfplunkett Sep 21 @ 10:41 PM EDT

@shspjones I ❤️ your job title! I want to be a director of tech &/or innovation one day! Going back to school for it! #moedchat #bigthinker

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:42 PM EDT

Check them out! Awesome claw machine to build! My fav is the cardboard combo lock, built it with MS Ss this summer #moedchat

In reply to @HowardKiyuna, @YouTube

missfplunkett Sep 21 @ 10:42 PM EDT

Good idea. Thanks! #moedchat

In reply to @nathan_stevens, @krissyvenosdale, @awall777, @MOedchat

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:42 PM EDT

The darkside is the right side my friends. Testing = The Jedi #moedchat

In reply to @brynmw, @awall777, @eleannalis, @shspjones, @halliesmills, @makeymakey, @DrKatrinaKeene

krissyvenosdale Sep 21 @ 10:43 PM EDT

A5) We need time. Make time. Pun intended. If we stop creating, we stop living. Maybe that's just me. :) #moedchat

MOedchat Sep 21 @ 10:41 PM EDT

Q5: What about makerspaces for educators? Do we need time and space for creating, too? How would that look? #moedchat

shspjones - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:43 PM EDT

A5- yes, adults also learn from doing funny how that works #moedchat

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:43 PM EDT

#simplethingsinlife #moedchat

In reply to @shspjones, @itechbob

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:43 PM EDT

A5 shouldn't that be any PD you go to? #moedchat

In reply to @MOedchat

HowardKiyuna Sep 21 @ 10:43 PM EDT

If u mean literally it looks like 5 gallon buckets, plastic bins and the innards of everyones e-waste. good scissors and tape. #moedchat

In reply to @MOedchat

debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:43 PM EDT

Check! (on a daily basis, LOL) #moedchat

In reply to @krissyvenosdale, @nathan_stevens, @awall777, @MOedchat

joshchoward Sep 21 @ 10:43 PM EDT

Can you guys just tell me where to bring my pitchfork. I keep forgetting who the bad guys are...? #moedchat

In reply to @nathan_stevens, @brynmw, @awall777, @eleannalis, @shspjones, @halliesmills, @makeymakey, @DrKatrinaKeene

missfplunkett Sep 21 @ 10:44 PM EDT

A5: Yes. My whole house pretty much resembles a makerspace. I NEED that ability to create or I get extremely frustrated. #moedchat

GambillJulie Sep 21 @ 10:44 PM EDT

A5: YES! In break areas set some things out, even just Rubik cubes, Tangles, markers, play dough, silly putty, Legos!, Puzzles, #moedchat

jbamiller Sep 21 @ 10:44 PM EDT

A5: I think that would be amazing. Everyone learns from making and it keeps them engaged #moedchat

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:44 PM EDT

A5 we all need time to play and create to process what students will be going through #moedchat

In reply to @MOedchat

ChristoAveryD Sep 21 @ 10:44 PM EDT

Love it. PD is to help students, by helping teachers. It shouldn't be a hoop or just a lot to fill out. #moedchat

In reply to @awall777

HowardKiyuna Sep 21 @ 10:44 PM EDT

I'm a teacher but I played around so much they also made me Technology Director. #moedchat

El_FrinkELA Sep 21 @ 10:45 PM EDT

A5: get rid of the teacher lounge with the couches nobody uses and put makerspace supplies in so we can try them out ourselves #moedchat

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:45 PM EDT

They’re all bad guys #moedchat

In reply to @joshchoward, @nathan_stevens, @brynmw, @eleannalis, @shspjones, @halliesmills, @makeymakey, @DrKatrinaKeene

shspjones - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:45 PM EDT

yep, that happens alot ;) #moedchat

In reply to @HowardKiyuna

HJohnsonOMS Sep 21 @ 10:45 PM EDT

Love this! Let us tinker with the tools & see what we can create! #moedchat

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:43 PM EDT

A5 shouldn't that be any PD you go to? #moedchat
In reply to @MOedchat

krissyvenosdale Sep 21 @ 10:45 PM EDT

Creativity has major ebbs and flows. It's not linear. School tries to force everything to be linear. #moedchat #makered

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:45 PM EDT

A5 space maybe but definitely time. #moedchat

In reply to @MOedchat

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:45 PM EDT

A5 Ts create lesson plans, so why not create stuff too, that would help them embed that into instruction #makermentality #moedchat

krissyvenosdale Sep 21 @ 10:46 PM EDT

The magic our kids need is inside every single one of us. Not a maker-kit-in-a-box we order. #moedchat

Mrs_JWagner Sep 21 @ 10:46 PM EDT

Q5: yes we do! It would be wonderful to collaborate amazing ideas through creating/making w/ co-workers #moedchat

shspjones - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:46 PM EDT

You just know someone would build a Margarita Machine #moedchat ;)

In reply to @El_FrinkELA

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:46 PM EDT

Not every school should have a makerspace but every school should give time to create for everyone #moedchat

In reply to @krissyvenosdale

joshchoward Sep 21 @ 10:46 PM EDT

Pitchfork for any webtool that costs me $7.99 for premium features after letting me create an entire project with it! Predators!!! #moedchat

In reply to @awall777, @nathan_stevens, @brynmw, @eleannalis, @shspjones, @halliesmills, @makeymakey, @DrKatrinaKeene

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:46 PM EDT

Awesome idea! @BebrownBrown #moedchat

In reply to @El_FrinkELA, @BebrownBrown

manuelherrera33 Sep 21 @ 10:47 PM EDT

There is on the Reggio-Emilia approach & Constructivism. I feel like we are using some of those same principles when Ss create. #moedchat

In reply to @Mrs_JWagner

itechbob Sep 21 @ 10:47 PM EDT

A5 - We are going to be running some "sandbox" sessions after school for teachers to play with our new tools. Play, learn, fun! #moedchat

krissyvenosdale Sep 21 @ 10:47 PM EDT

Our kids come to us with hundreds, thousands... maybe millions of ideas. If we don't help them build them, what are we here for? #moedchat

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:47 PM EDT

hahaha! #moedchat

In reply to @joshchoward, @nathan_stevens, @brynmw, @eleannalis, @shspjones, @halliesmills, @makeymakey, @DrKatrinaKeene

debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:47 PM EDT

It's not hard to get Ss on board, the Ts can be much harder to convince. Sometimes, they just need to see Ss in action! #moedchat

missfplunkett Sep 21 @ 10:34 PM EDT
A4: Following, because I feel so isolated where I am most of the time. I keep trying to spread the maker love. #moedchat
- MOedchat Sep 21 @ 10:32 PM EDT
  
  Q4: How do we help all educators see the value in creating (through makerspaces or otherwise)? #moedchat

krissyvenosdale Sep 21 @ 10:47 PM EDT

For real. #makered #moedchat

In reply to @nathan_stevens

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:48 PM EDT

Ts really just need exposure like this to help them generate ideas #moedchat

itechbob Sep 21 @ 10:47 PM EDT

A5 - We are going to be running some "sandbox" sessions after school for teachers to play with our new tools. Play, learn, fun! #moedchat

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:48 PM EDT

@debbiefuco Here is the small version of the piano #moedchat

joshchoward Sep 21 @ 10:48 PM EDT

At least listen. Many Ss ideas are farfetched, but the least we can do is listen. And maybe help them try....? Weird idea. #moedchat

In reply to @krissyvenosdale

BuistBunch Sep 21 @ 10:49 PM EDT

It’s a mindset, not a place or a thing. #moedchat #makerED

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:46 PM EDT

Not every school should have a makerspace but every school should give time to create for everyone #moedchat
In reply to @krissyvenosdale

debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:49 PM EDT

'Celebrate' failure seems odd. Being comfortable with failure and confident to continue to struggle = resilience is much better! #moedchat

krissyvenosdale Sep 21 @ 10:35 PM EDT

Agreed. Hate the trend to celebrate failure. I prefer the rise of resilience. :) #moedchat
In reply to @nathan_stevens, @awall777, @MOedchat

joshchoward Sep 21 @ 10:49 PM EDT

I need to do this. Love the idea. #moedchat

In reply to @itechbob

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:49 PM EDT

I have school that ask me about a space and I ask them why. Their answer is because we need one #notrightanswer #moedchat

In reply to @krissyvenosdale

ChristoAveryD Sep 21 @ 10:49 PM EDT

A.M.E.N. we all need to remember our "electives" (chosen field) were r education classes. We focused on our love. #moedchat

In reply to @sadieclorinda

MOedchat Sep 21 @ 10:50 PM EDT

Q6: How do you makerspace? Share ideas for spaces (location, organization, materials). We’d love to see pics if you have them! #moedchat

debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:50 PM EDT

Love this! Thanks for sharing! #moedchat

In reply to @nathan_stevens

krissyvenosdale Sep 21 @ 10:50 PM EDT

Worst reason to build one is "because everyone else is." Yikes. #moedchat

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:49 PM EDT

I have school that ask me about a space and I ask them why. Their answer is because we need one #notrightanswer #moedchat
In reply to @krissyvenosdale

joshchoward Sep 21 @ 10:50 PM EDT

Ya know, there's probably a reason most kids like their elective classes a lot more than their required courses...... #moedchat

sadieclorinda Sep 21 @ 10:33 PM EDT

I think we could all benefit from looking to elective classes. Art, FACS, TechEd have been "making" for years. #moedchat

itechbob Sep 21 @ 10:50 PM EDT

Exposure in a comfortable environment - we are here to explore, play, and learn from each other. No formal presentation. #moedchat

In reply to @awall777

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:50 PM EDT

I am all about opportunities. Opportunities can lead to multiple options #moedchat

In reply to @debbiefuco

debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:51 PM EDT

A6 Check out the evolution of our space. We used #stuvoice to direct its design. https://t.co/yTQ5BGuADR #smmaschool #moedchat

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:51 PM EDT

It is happening all over the place. Or people in a rush to convert their libraries over with any idea development #moedchat

In reply to @krissyvenosdale

itechbob Sep 21 @ 10:51 PM EDT

This also gives me an excuse to wear my new "maker" shirt. https://t.co/8jNml3jv3x #moedchat

In reply to @joshchoward

El_FrinkELA Sep 21 @ 10:51 PM EDT

A6: Mine/ours is mobile. "Borrowed" carts and loaded them with Legos, cardboard, rolls of plastic, paper, office supplies etc #moedchat

HJohnsonOMS Sep 21 @ 10:51 PM EDT

Agreed! I think of my writing workshop as a "makerspace" of sorts. Encouraging Ss to create their own writing projects. #moedchat

In reply to @BuistBunch

debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:52 PM EDT

A6 We share our learning via @instagram https://t.co/8dgqwYsKc1 #smmaschool #makerED #moedchat

manuelherrera33 Sep 21 @ 10:52 PM EDT

Agreed. We end up with the "press release" style makerspaces. Look, we have a (insert list of makerspace high tech tools)! #moedchat

In reply to @krissyvenosdale

krissyvenosdale Sep 21 @ 10:52 PM EDT

If the kids who NEED a makerspace don't get one, they'll make one, probably out of parts from your classroom. #moedchat

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El_FrinkELA Sep 21 @ 10:52 PM EDT

A6.2 getting ready to put together 2 more carts one will be with more reusable supplies such as PVC pipe, wire, wood etc #moedchat

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:52 PM EDT

A6 We have the Innovation Lab, its only just beginning, not many pics yet, but it originated from #innovationclass #moedchat

eleannalis Sep 21 @ 10:53 PM EDT

A6: Field trip to Leftovers, Etc., Ss bring back a bag of "stuff" we organize. + glue + tools +Chromebooks +old PCs = our space! #moedchat

shspjones - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:53 PM EDT

yes, and as a parent paying them again in college ticks us all off #moedchat

In reply to @joshchoward

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:53 PM EDT

Now I have to @PeriscopeCo our PD tomorrow morning, check it out! #moedchat

In reply to @GambillJulie, @itechbob, @PeriscopeCo

krissyvenosdale Sep 21 @ 10:53 PM EDT

I wish I could RT this 90 times. #moedchat

In reply to @manuelherrera33

jbamiller Sep 21 @ 10:53 PM EDT

A6: We are in the beginning stages. We keep materials in the library on carts and invite science classes in. Hope to expand it! #moedchat

In reply to @MOedchat

El_FrinkELA Sep 21 @ 10:54 PM EDT

A6.3 the other will be Tech based for virtual innovation: coding, design, e-engineering etc. Would love any suggestions for the 3 #moedchat

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:54 PM EDT

A6 start with some of these #moedchat

In reply to @MOedchat

krissyvenosdale Sep 21 @ 10:55 PM EDT

I'm jaded by the trend to build a space just to build a space. Excitement is in the kids. Always. And cardboard. #moedchat

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:55 PM EDT

Last year, I had a S who would raid my recycle bin after every class, then show me what he made later in the day #moedchat

In reply to @krissyvenosdale

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:55 PM EDT

A6 add in a few of these #moedchat

In reply to @MOedchat

joshchoward Sep 21 @ 10:55 PM EDT

LOL yes. I see this all the time. I envision the superintendent out in front with a giant pair of scissors preparing to cut ribbon #moedchat

manuelherrera33 Sep 21 @ 10:52 PM EDT

Agreed. We end up with the "press release" style makerspaces. Look, we have a (insert list of makerspace high tech tools)! #moedchat
In reply to @krissyvenosdale

eleannalis Sep 21 @ 10:55 PM EDT

A6: Our Innovation Lab changes daily, it seems! Kids decide how supplies need to be organized. Usually kinda' messy #moedchat

halliesmills Sep 21 @ 10:55 PM EDT

A6: I went lowtech ($) - pipe cleaners, papers, boxes, tape, glue, toothpicks, yarn, looms, containers. Whatever I could find. #moedchat

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:56 PM EDT

A6 sprinkle some of these ideas #moedchat

In reply to @MOedchat

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:56 PM EDT

#cardboardislife #moedchat

In reply to @krissyvenosdale

joshchoward Sep 21 @ 10:56 PM EDT

Best makerspace. #moedchat

halliesmills Sep 21 @ 10:55 PM EDT

A6: I went lowtech ($) - pipe cleaners, papers, boxes, tape, glue, toothpicks, yarn, looms, containers. Whatever I could find. #moedchat

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:56 PM EDT

or on fire #moedchat

In reply to @eleannalis

krissyvenosdale Sep 21 @ 10:56 PM EDT

I've tweeted more tonight than all 2017. Excuse my passion... making is a basic need of mine, just under air, and right above food #moedchat

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:57 PM EDT

A6 fold these ideas into the dough #moedchat

In reply to @MOedchat

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:57 PM EDT

and we appreciate you joining us! #moedchat

In reply to @krissyvenosdale

joshchoward Sep 21 @ 10:57 PM EDT

The real makerspace needs to be happening in classrooms. Space doesn't need to change -- teachers need to change. #moedchat

In reply to @krissyvenosdale

eleannalis Sep 21 @ 10:57 PM EDT

A6: And we have a 3D printer and some old iPads for filming. #moedchat

GambillJulie Sep 21 @ 10:57 PM EDT

A6: Bag items up to hand out. I have tables, desks, stools, benches, alt seating to work at. #moedchat

missfplunkett Sep 21 @ 10:57 PM EDT

A6: Sometimes your classroom might look like this...#moedchat

MOedchat Sep 21 @ 10:58 PM EDT

Thank you so much for joining #MOedchat tonight! Be sure to grow your #PLN by following those you learned with tonight! #MOedchat

debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 21 @ 10:58 PM EDT

TRUTH! #moedchat #makerED

krissyvenosdale Sep 21 @ 10:46 PM EDT

The magic our kids need is inside every single one of us. Not a maker-kit-in-a-box we order. #moedchat

halliesmills Sep 21 @ 10:58 PM EDT

Ss loved it, never complained or thought it wasn't "cool" enough - If you give a kid a cardboard box then.... #moedchat

In reply to @joshchoward

krissyvenosdale Sep 21 @ 10:58 PM EDT

12 empty Amazon Boxes, a bunch of tape, and some cardboard cutters, a few Sharpies, and get out of the way. My recipe. #makered #moedchat

nathan_stevens Sep 21 @ 10:58 PM EDT

A6 beat these ideas in with the eggs #moedchat

In reply to @MOedchat

missfplunkett Sep 21 @ 10:58 PM EDT

A6: Or this....#moedchat #learningismessy

HowardKiyuna Sep 21 @ 10:58 PM EDT

A6: I think the ideas are more impt than the actual space. That's what's great about makers sessions IMO. #moedchat

awall777 Sep 21 @ 10:58 PM EDT

Typically, you should just warn the custodial staff ahead of time #themoreyouknow #moedchat

In reply to @missfplunkett

joshchoward Sep 21 @ 10:58 PM EDT

A6 Best "tech" in my Makerspace are the Kindle fire tablets I bought. Controls all robotics/bloxels, video, timelapse/stop motion. #moedchat

pdemps45 Sep 21 @ 10:59 PM EDT

A5 it would look like @TechShopSTL where adulting is marveling at the creativity of others, asking questions, and creating #moedchat

GambillJulie Sep 21 @ 10:59 PM EDT

This is what they were doing. https://t.co/x450mDUyCH #moedchat

El_FrinkELA Sep 21 @ 10:59 PM EDT

This hour is what I look forward to each week. If it goes too fast. Happy Friday all! #moedchat

halliesmills Sep 21 @ 10:59 PM EDT

We are kindred Makerspace spirits. :) #moedchat

In reply to @krissyvenosdale

joshchoward Sep 21 @ 10:59 PM EDT

And they are cheap, and Amazon will remove all the spam/bloat if you tell them you're a teacher. #moedchat

eleannalis Sep 21 @ 10:59 PM EDT

Final plug for #makerspaces This book will change anyone's mind and justify any making! ❤❤ @WendyOstroff #moedchat

krissyvenosdale Sep 21 @ 10:59 PM EDT

For the record, I totally still wish I had a piece or two of Imo's Pizza right now. #texasproblems #moedchat

missfplunkett Sep 21 @ 10:59 PM EDT

She's used to it. Another T told me my room looked clean this year and my custodian said to her, "Have you been drinking?" Ha! #moedchat

In reply to @awall777

halliesmills Sep 21 @ 10:59 PM EDT

I'm sure the custodians LOVED my Makerspace days. #moedchat

In reply to @missfplunkett