#Edtechchat focuses on Education Technology. Co-founder Tom Murray says #edtechchat "connects us professionally with inspiring educators from all over the world, all of who encourage us to be better every day for the children and families we serve.”
Yep! I do a lot of chats on my personal twitter, but hadn't joined this one for professional purposes yet. Have you done any before? #edt5335#edtechchat
A1: I’m really fortunate our Ts are really open to new tech. Since we’re a @GoogleForEdu school I guess I’ll say Microsoft is our nemesis 🤷🏼♀️ #edtechchat
A1. My school hates the LMS chosen. It’s not so much the product as it is imposed & they feel like the products change too often to commit to learning it. #edtechchat
#edtechchat A1: SmartBoards I love them but most staff treat them like an overhead and the SmartTables are just another horizontal surface to put stuff on
A1) Sadly, my district is not engaged enough in the technology game to have a nemesis.
Sniff...sniff...
I myself do not like Apple products
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A1- I think we need to use what ss like to our advantage. If they would rather be on a game website or their phones YOU ARE NOT ENGAGING them enough! Use these tools to help build relationships with ss!
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Unfortunately I feel many exploratory edtech tools that do not come with many explanations, such as coding our teachers shy away from. They are hugely powerful for our kiddos though! #edt5335#edtechchat
A1: I’m starting in a new district this year and the technology is amazing. However, I have heard teachers say how mich they dislike smart boards! #edt5335#edtechchat
I'm with you there - I'd much rather see that $$ go towards teacher PD or student devices/tools they can use to create content and demonstrate their learning! #edtechchat
I wish my smartboard was working again because last year was my first year to have one and I didn't really use it the way I should've! #edt5335#edtechchat
A1 There are different pockets of innovation across our PreK-12 spectrum and there are lots of sticky spots. Most will site the information system and LMS as their challenge areas. #edtechchat
No, I don't use any of it at my campus. We have strict tech policies, which I understand, we have Schoology, so I'm hoping to use that with my classes this year. #edt5335#edtechchat
A1: Server filters. When you can't get to a site that has the resources I need to download, but a server admin has marked it as unauthorized. I've seen #YouTube locked down. #edtechchat
I agree, Valerie! I'm really excited that our campus has some tech-specific PD sessions available this year! Moving in the right direction! #edt5335#edtechchat
A2- Model it failure yourself. If you don't know tell students and show them how to explore the web. Also creating a culture that allows risk taking. #edtechchat
A2. I feel like if you can start with something challenging but they can excited enough to stick it out and be successful in it they will want more! #edt5335#edtechchat
A3) I teach high school, so I haven't really encountered that. Their resiliency regarding technology appears to be well developed by the time they get to me. My colleagues on the other hand....
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It's all about their confidence! Teach them, model it, make a tutorial (@Screencastify for the win!), and be there to help them all along the way. #edtechchat
I honestly have never had a student who was afraid to use tech in the classroom! Sometimes it takes some learning and adjustment, but they've always been excited! #edt5335#edtechchat
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A2.1: #edtechchat This is a good question. I haven't had an issue with students, though. My issue has always been teachers. The kids have always seen willing to try anything.
A2 Helping Ss try new things extends beyond #edtech. Risk taking, discovering new pathways to learning, & reflecting on work are part of the everyday & start day one. It begins with modeling, setting the expectation to try, & creating a safe environment to do so. #edtechchat
Yeah, I plan to explore more this year! Last year was my first year at this campus, so admittedly, my priorities were not on the tech. #edt5335#edtechchat
A2: I see more Ts being reluctant with edtech tools. I overcome by modeling and sharing! When you are willing to get into the trenches w/them, they are more apt to try!
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A2) It's usually the adults in my building, the students want to dive right in...but I'm not in a building this coming school year. Hopefully the teachers will be eager. #EdTechChat
Do not be afraid to take advantage of your students' techspertise. They can assist and tutor their peers and teachers too. Our Student Tech Help page https://t.co/sgULo25AgO#edtechchat#edt5335
So cool! Is WeVideo free? We have chromebooks starting this year for Ss and I’ve heard that’s the tool to use, but don’t know anything about it. #edtechchat
There are definitely students who are less comfortable with tech. It's a myth that kids are born knowing how to use technology, especially in ways that support learning. #edtechchat
A2 As a class we discuss possible tools that can be used for various activities, #edtech & analog. We also include an "other" on the list as an invitation to explore the as-yet-to-be-discovered option. #edtechchat
A2: overcoming fear is about trust, relationships and finding commonality. So think of a tech that allows Ss to tell their personal story. Tech is just a vehicle. A modality for creating and sharing.
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Indeed - but so many of them are just improved version of the same thing. Snazzier transitions and such look cooler, but do they really provide educational value? We need significant interactions and the opportunity for the learner to explore. #EdTechChat
Agreed! They all know how to Snapchat and create an Instagram account but hardly any of them know how to attach a file to an email or share a Google Doc. #edtechchat
A2 for me, I often ask them to use the new tool to describe something they like to do. It is all about student interest to create ownership of a tool #edtechchat
A2 When Ss get in the groove of trying new things and sharing their learning with others Ts begin to take notice. When #edtech is used in purposeful ways & connected to individual Ss' outcomes other edus are more willing to try. #edtechchat
But are you looking hard enough at all the kids? Have you really connected with all your stakeholders? I'll bet there is at least one student group that isn't getting it #CETL#edtechchat
#edtechchat A2:
setup time to "play" in class and give them a few different options if we are using apps or programs which allows them to try before they commit to one for the final product
Good evening!! My name is Mike Abrams and I'm at tech specialist in a high school in Northern VA. Joining the #edtechchat for the first time. Looking forward to learning and sharing this evening.
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I have a class Instagram account! I post reminders or any details they may need to know for class the next day. I also publish creative work on there. It's been one of my favorite things! #edtechchat
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@MrsAndersonRm14, @s_bearden, @EDUcre8ive
Yes! Set the example. Let the kids see you take risks and not be in your comfort zone and use it as a lesson to show kids everyone is always learning and growing! #edt5335#edtechchat
A3: I loved modeling/co-teaching, doing tech challenges to encourage Ts to get out of their comfort zone. Most importantly, I was passionate about the tools I was sharing #PassionIsContagious#edtechchat
#edtechchat one of my schools used to do a Teacher Tech Thursday t(cubed) where they would introduce a new tech tool or activity each week to ease teachers into use.
This year I'm hoping to lead by example. I know which tech tools I want to use this year, and will share that with my team and encourage them to do the same. #edt5335#edtechchat
A3 - In my experience, if the teacher isn’t willing to learn, you won’t get very far. 1on1 sessions I have found are the best way for a teacher to get comfortable and feel empowered to use the tool. #edtechchat
A3: As an Instructional Coach @CoteeRiverElem I'm always going into classrooms and modeling for teachers. I've found that to be the most effective, because they see how engaged their students are. #edtech#edtechchat
A3 The energy that comes out of a classroom that is using many tools to help Ss attracts other edus. We share our stories, we open our doors, we engage in conversations, and we take the time to model and assist. #edtechchat#collaborativePD#PLNPower
Far better is it to dare mighty things, to win glorious triumphs, even though checkered by failure than to rank with those poor spirits who neither enjoy nor suffer much, because they live in a gray twilight that knows not victory nor defeat.
-T. Roosevelt #EdTechChat
A3. Lead some PD. My school has a faculty meeting every week and one per month is dedicated to instructional technology. Sharing your own successes with ed tech and starting resistant teachers out "easy" is key to getting their buy in. #edtechchat
A3. I feel like they are the same as students! Push them to challenge themselves and ensure you support them along the way until they feel successful. New tech is the same. A bit challenging but oh so rewarding! #edt5335#edtechchat
A3: create a teacher tech team. Once a month get all the teachers together and have them all list new tech they heard or are interested in. Take a poll and the next meeting have a teacher do a internal PD for all the teachers. This creates a culture from top down :) #edtechchat
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A2: schools and classrooms are so risk averse. Drives me absolutely nuts. Such the wrong way to approach learning. Wasn’t the first question about fear? There it is. #edtechchat
A3: I try to find another teacher that loves it, and have them explain to their peer why it’s worth the risk. You could also have the nervous T observe it being used (either in another class by another T, or by a tech coach in their own room). #edtechchat
@AaronWhite1989 I can't retweet your stuff - which is really good - and I want to becasue you are not including #edtechchat so that others see your comments
Agreed! I definitely try to meet them in "their space". This year, I made a class #Instagram account and students are responding really well so far. But we also have to teach them how to use tech academically/professionally :) #edtechchat
A3: create a teacher tech team. Once a month get all the teachers together and have them all list new tech they heard or are interested in. Take a poll and the next meeting have a teacher do a internal PD for all the teachers. This creates a culture from top down :) #edtechchat
A3 Reluctant edus need support, supplies, & time. Nothing has to be rolled out day 1. 1:1 sessions & team teaching go a long way. The idea that the T does not have always be right is big. #edtech allows the T to be the meddler in the middle & give some control to Ss. #edtechchat
A3 i attach the tool to an activity that they like to do. They already have the confidence in the activity. Transfer that to the tool. Student interest and teacher Interest is the same #EdTechChat
A3 Admins and parents need to assure Ts are keeping up to date on evolving content and delivery, both in person and online. Edtech is the future and many programs are user friendly. Ts don't have to reinvent these programs. #edtechchat
A3: great question! Support. Friendship. Safe and trusting environment. Encouragement to try new approaches.
Also - tech coaches, facilitators, experts (you might expertise anywhere - like students)
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A1: Many of my teachers struggle with keeping up with the many facets of @GoogleForEdu. I believe the true nemesis is the lack of time needed to embrace all the pieces of Google. My function is to plant small seeds for using tools & expanding for more understanding. #edtechchat
A3 Tech integrationist are so very important. The work they do to assist the learning and teaching that occurs everyday is key to success. #edtechchat#KidsDeserveIt
There is so much in management, and product design, on dealing with risk. Good metrics (assessments) and iterations that use the metrics as feedback. #EdTechCHat
A3 Tech integrationist are so very important. The work they do to assist the learning and teaching that occurs everyday is key to success. #edtechchat#KidsDeserveIt
A4- I am not afraid of trying anything new this year! More super excited to get staff collaborating outside our district and growing their PLN! Today a teacher told me she started joing teacher groups on facebook and SHARING! I didnt expect this teacher to do this.
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A4: chromebooks; we’re shifting Ss from macs to 2-in-1 chromebooks. Saw some former Ss in the halls today (school starts in 2.5 weeks), and they’re already complaining. #edtechchat
A4. This year I am working to integrate a makerspace area into the library which will include LEGO robotics as well as some coding. I am worried 1. Students will not be as excited as it as I am and 2. Teachers will not have time/see the relevance in it. #edt5335#edtechchat
#edtechchat one of my schools used to do a Teacher Tech Thursday t(cubed) where they would introduce a new tech tool or activity each week to ease teachers into use.
A4. School is going 1:1 Chromebooks. I’m worried about classrm mgmt, theft, repair and making sure Teachers & students know how to use them to learn. #edtechchat
A4 I am not concerned about any one tool but am always reflecting on how all our tools are used in the service of learning and if we are doing right by our students. At this time of the year I focus a great deal on our 1:1 rollout. First impressions... #edtechchat
I really want to incorporate VR/AR through NY Times to support our nonfiction reading, but I'm scared that it can easily get us off task. #edt5335#edtechchat
A4 not a specific tool but the fact that their are teachers that are focusing on one tool because they believe it is awesome and not giving students choices to select from #edtechchat@s_bearden
A2: When helping my Ss (Adults along with children) I focus on taking small steps. Inch by inch, step by step, mile by mile - the goal is to keep moving forward. I've found that many of my Ts are willing to take a step. Sometimes they just need a small push... #edtechchat
A4: not really nervous about the new technology! More excited however, since I’m in a new district, there will be a lot of new tech! #edtechchat#edt5335
A4: Apples new classroom features. Its always a chore integrating MDM's with our devices. Im starting to turn to chromebooks as their management is soooo simple for testing etc. #edtechchat
We have an 8 day schedule - in the middle 4 days there are spots where all teachers are free at least 2 periods during that time - we couldn't ask for a better window to help #edtechchat
A4 - We have a school moving to a new building this year. It will be the first experience for many of them with interactive technologies including touch LCDs. I’m worried about staff getting on board and taking full advantage. #edtechchat
If you are looking for some great, free PD, check out the #HiveSummit. We are on day 6 and it has been awesome! Way to kick off the school year!
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A4: Im starting to see school over school switch to chromebooks as they are scared of the chore that has been mobile device management with apples VPP etc. #edtechchat
I have that concern too - but it means your #CTO and tech leaders have to emphasize pedagogy over tech - not always easy but very important #edtechchat
New blog post: Four Reasons to Tackle Flexible Learning Spaces #edchat#edtechchat#flexibleseatinghttps://t.co/rkfoMpz4xP
1. It Supports Current Teaching and Learning
2. It Supports Future Teaching and Learning
3. Breaking Down Classroom Walls
4. Comfortable Students
A2: cont. In many instances the small push comes from someone they are comfortable with. I also try to keep instructions short sweet & to the point. By providing quick hitting instructions & lesson ideas, Ts & Ss can visualize how to use the tool for the better. #edtechchat
They just need people to meet them half way - #techdir and #CTO are not the enemy - they want the best for students as well, but come from a very different perspective - help bridge the gap #edtechchat
#edtechchat one if the Tech teachers in one of my schools is certified as a PE teacher and not tech savy so the teachers are less likely to trust so I understand this issue
A5- Give it a go. If it does not work reflect and make changes and go again! We have a culture that allows for failure in our district! That is a HUGE Plus!
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Let them play! Sometimes tech seems so serious and we're so worried about doing it "right" or "breaking" something-- set up small workshops where Ts can come in and just poke around for a bit, judgement free
A5. I’m not sure there will ever be “no fear”. I love technology and I am excited to integrate more. However, there is always some fear. You just have to show perseverance and it’s ok to be a little worried it won’t work as long as you don’t give up!!#edt5335#edtechchat
Q5 - open door policy. Starting at back to school orientation for teachers I always say “Don’t ever be afraid to ask for help - there’s no such thing as a stupid question.” I would rather 100 questions then 0 - it means people are interested and using the tech! #edtechchat
A5: As a few others have already said tonight, lead by example and show Ts and Ss that failure isn’t the end of the world. I need a poster with FAIL=First Attempt In Learning, with an emphasison first! #edtechchat
A4: My Ts are transitioning to Windows 10 this year. Our school is 1:1 & our Ss have been using Win10 for several years now - my Ts are coming from Win7. I haven't noticed many differences but I know there may be a few features which may be concerning to some. #edtechchat
Q3 #EdTechChat I help teachers afraid of new tools by providing as specific instructions as humanly possible with lots of graphics & pictures of happy kids (that seems to help)
A5 Taking the lead and demonstrating #edtech even when it is not fully polished. Being calm and collected when it goes off the rails. Being ready to roll with the glitches and having a back up plan. Reflecting afterward is important as well. #edtechchat
A5: Make sure to do your research. All truly great #edtech tools will have a bunch of positive data and teacher/student success stories available to review when making your decision. Then, get in touch with the company and make sure you are a good fit! #edtechchat
A5: Love when Ts and Ss see the wonder of a great tech tool and are hooked. Biggest roadblock is the plethora of tools #WhichOneWorks??? Build your #PLN and TALK!
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A5: Make sure to do your research. All truly great #edtech tools will have a bunch of positive data and teacher/student success stories available to review when making your decision. Then, get in touch with the company and make sure you are a good fit! #edtechchat
I do this, too, when trying new things. It's great having the students evaluate it and see whether it's something we should continue using or not. Most of the time they are quite honest about it! #edt5335#edtechchat
A5: I believe the best way to combat #edtech fear is recess. Anyone using #edtech needs time to play & explore at their own pace. Meet the individual where they are. Be patient with them. Your support will help them overcome the fear & may spawn a new tech advocate. #edtechchat
Great use for Student Tech Teams - Ts seem less intimidated to open their classrooms for S helpers #edtechchat And Ss learn lots of great leadership and communication skills
A5: I help others battle their fear (as I am a computer 🤓). I make short videos demonstrating how to do one new thing and have them available to the staff. #EdTechChat
Model and promote that failure is part of the path to grown...as long as you keep trying to make it better for students and staff and celebrate every success...like so many things, sometimes tech fails...but the lesson doesn’t have too!#edtechchat
A5 Show them how the tech can benefit them personally and they're more likely to use it professionally. I start with #OneNote to saving magazines articles due to its ability to search for text in images. #edtechchat
A6: @SuzanneLegg and @JohnLeggFL are some of the best educators I have ever had the pleasure of meeting and working with. Honest, caring, and full of heart. Constant inspiration and support. Thank you guys!
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@ajpodchaski, @SuzanneLegg, @JohnLeggFL
A6- I’m inspired by my colleagues in my district and other districts I collaborate with. Sharing ideas and best practice is the key to staying current and having success! #edtechchat
A6 My administrator and team always. Not even necessarily tech tools but any tool or thing I’m excited to implement they support and push me. Also @juliedelello has pushed me! She wants us to be successful but challenged and it has worked! #edt5335#edtechchat
Every teacher that continues to incorporate purposeful tech into student learning...imagine trying something new while leading the learning of 25 kids every time...
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I hired a new crew every 9 weeks & they had to apply. They opened labs for me. We worked on different projects and they did help w/teachers!!
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I’d love to do this, but a lot of our staff have to use Ss bathrooms. Would you recommend I just put something up in staff only restrooms, or all of them? #edtechchat
I was worried when our district transitioned, but they did great! We have a #OneNote of tips that we started when a few staff had Windows 8, then updated when we all started switching to 10. #MIETrainer#MIEExpert#edtechchat
