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snoopyone Mar 26 @ 9:00 PM EDT

#ISTELitChat Katy (Kinder) East Point Elementary, I recharge by walking my dog in the park and having my music on. #TakeCareofYou

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Good evening #ISTELitChat starts now. All are welcome to join. We will be talking about teacher burn out & supporting gr8 teachers

culver_jessica Mar 26 @ 9:01 PM EDT

#ISTELitChat Ready for tonight's chat!

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Welcome everyone to #istelitchat I am Michele, moderator of #ISTELitChat 8th grade ELA teacher in NY

ApraRalli Mar 26 @ 9:03 PM EDT

#ISTElitChat Hallo Aprajita from India .. Eager to join in

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Teacher burn out can ebb & flow for many teachers. Preview 2night's questions at https://t.co/JUapcbguuC #istelitchat

ApraRalli Mar 26 @ 9:04 PM EDT

#ISTElitChat I Teacher History to the secondary students ,we are an IB School.

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Welcome Aprajita. So happy you are joining us tonight #ISTELitChat

In reply to @ApraRalli

litchick_ky Mar 26 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Good evening from Northern KY. High school library leader #istelitchat

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Let's get this chat started. So happy to see new people joining #istelitchat 2night

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Q1 #istelitchat

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Welcome Shannon #ISTElitChat

In reply to @litchick_ky

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A1: I remember playing school when I was young. Teaching always in me. I would teach my bro & sister as well as stuffed animals #istelitchat

culver_jessica Mar 26 @ 9:06 PM EDT

#istelitchat A love of education! (A1)

In reply to @TeachingFactor

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1: I love learning & reading, want to share the same with my students #istelitchat

litchick_ky Mar 26 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1 No better feeling the world than opeing the minds & hearts of children & seeing them believe in themselves #istelitchat

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:08 PM EDT

@timneedles @cvarsalona @brianrozinsky @BurggraafRob What made you want to become a teacher? #istelitchat

In reply to @timneedles, @cvarsalona, @brianrozinsky, @BurggraafRob

ApraRalli Mar 26 @ 9:09 PM EDT

#ISTELitChat A1.Since childhood was driven to it.always knew it was my calling.I have a loud voice & could influence others.Teaching was it!

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:09 PM EDT

When my Ss return & tell me the amazing things they are doing in HS & beyond, I am always amazed, impressed, & happy #istelitchat

litchick_ky Mar 26 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1 No better feeling the world than opeing the minds & hearts of children & seeing them believe in themselves #istelitchat

BurggraafRob Mar 26 @ 9:10 PM EDT

#istelitchat A1 My fourth grade teacher - he really showed how learning could be fun

TheConnectedEdu Mar 26 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Chrissy from NJ - 3rd grade T. #ISTElitChat

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Yes, it is always amazing to me when I teach college how some have teaching inside them, they are naturals #istelitchat

ApraRalli Mar 26 @ 9:09 PM EDT

#ISTELitChat A1.Since childhood was driven to it.always knew it was my calling.I have a loud voice & could influence others.Teaching was it!

ApraRalli Mar 26 @ 9:11 PM EDT

#ISTELitChat A1 b. Never regretted the choice ..Been in the field for 23 years now...Love the vibrancy & energy it brings to my life

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:11 PM EDT

So true that we are inspired by our best (& often worst) teachers. They help us define the teacher we want to be #ISTElitChat

BurggraafRob Mar 26 @ 9:10 PM EDT

#istelitchat A1 My fourth grade teacher - he really showed how learning could be fun

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Welcome Chrissy glad you could join #istelitchat

In reply to @TheConnectedEdu

snoopyone Mar 26 @ 9:12 PM EDT

#istelitchat A2 I wanted to share my passion for reading. I want all children to find their passion and follow it. #JoyofReading

TheConnectedEdu Mar 26 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Just popping in for a few mins. #ISTElitChat

In reply to @TeachingFactor

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:12 PM EDT

So happy to have so many enthusiastic & energetic teachers part of #istelitchat Q3 is coming up next

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Ditto #istelitchat

snoopyone Mar 26 @ 9:12 PM EDT

#istelitchat A2 I wanted to share my passion for reading. I want all children to find their passion and follow it. #JoyofReading

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:13 PM EDT

#istelitchat Q3

ZapEdu Mar 26 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A3: Weekly check-in meeting with class, go over culture of class and ideas to progress learning, get student involvement #ISTELitChat

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A3: I think twitter has been an amazing tool that helps energize, inspires, & collaborate w/awesome educators around the world #istelitchat

TheConnectedEdu Mar 26 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A3 - Going to EdCamps always helps me stay energized especially this time of year. #ISTElitChat

litchick_ky Mar 26 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A3 I participate - conferences, webinars, book studies, Twitter chats. It keeps me informed, engaged, & inspired #istelitchat

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Student involvement can energize and inform teaching #istelitchat

In reply to @ZapEdu

snoopyone Mar 26 @ 9:16 PM EDT

#istelitchat I think Pinterest, Twitter and Webinars have let educators around the world share their exciting ideas and we become excited!

ApraRalli Mar 26 @ 9:16 PM EDT

#ISTELitChat A3. Use technology tools to keep çhildren engaged..Make the learning child centred.we have debates, interactions & field trips.

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Yes, in person #edcamps & conferences absolutely #istelitchat

In reply to @TheConnectedEdu

ApraRalli Mar 26 @ 9:18 PM EDT

#ISTELitChat A3. And for me I love Twitter ..It loads me up with ideas.

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Q4: With the good, there is also challenges, how do you deal w/the difficult of teaching? #istelitchat

EduGladiators Mar 26 @ 9:19 PM EDT

🔍Saturday #EduGladiators gets HACKED by @jamessturtevant w/LIVE #afterchat ⏭https://t.co/VEBV4QNN6N #prinleaderchat #istelitchat #edchat

TheConnectedEdu Mar 26 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A4 Too many toxic people around me. I tend to stay away and do me. #ISTElitChat

ZapEdu Mar 26 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A4: Remember why we do this...to educate. Also self-care, make sure I take time for myself to decompress and relax #ISTELitChat

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:21 PM EDT

So true, many twitter friends Ive made over yrs & chats that = weekly doses of vitamins 2boost teaching &learning #istelitchat

In reply to @ApraRalli

ApraRalli Mar 26 @ 9:21 PM EDT

#ISTELitChat A4. Not too difficult...I ignore.theres always so much work..I love being with my kids...

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:22 PM EDT

@isteconnects has gr8 weekly webinars as does @ASCD some publishers offer good one too #ISTELitChat

In reply to @isteconnects, @ASCD

snoopyone Mar 26 @ 9:16 PM EDT

#istelitchat I think Pinterest, Twitter and Webinars have let educators around the world share their exciting ideas and we become excited!

litchick_ky Mar 26 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A4 I've learned empathy is the best way to handle. Just like Ss w/ negative behavior, usually something else going on #istelitchat

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A4: Kill'em with kindness = rule #1 I am always listening to audio book or podcast so easy to ignore distractions #istelitchat

TheConnectedEdu Mar 26 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A4 I also lean on my @voxer groups. My #edumatch and #edjusticeleague crew are always there to lift me up. #ISTElitChat

In reply to @voxer

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:25 PM EDT

So true, I have realized you must walk in another person's shoes, I take my advice from Atticus Finch #ToKillAMockingbird #ISTElitchat

litchick_ky Mar 26 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A4 I've learned empathy is the best way to handle. Just like Ss w/ negative behavior, usually something else going on #istelitchat

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Q5 is up next cannot believe we are half way through #istelitchat

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Q5: #istelitchat

TheConnectedEdu Mar 26 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A5 We have all been there. Take time for you. Do what you need to do re-energize. #istelitchat

ZapEdu Mar 26 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A5: Mindfulness is a life saver, we can only focus on what we, ourselves, can change, can't take the world on our shoulders #ISTELitChat

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A5: Look outside your current community & school. Expand your connections w/PLNs, Twitter, #edcamps Take a class (1/2) #istelitchat

litchick_ky Mar 26 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A5 Talk to someone you'd like to emulate or one who inspires you, other educators are there to help w/ the rough patches #istelitchat

TheConnectedEdu Mar 26 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A5 There are only 86 more days til summer! Haha! #istelitchat

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A5: (2/2) Learn something new, surround yourself w/those who are your cheerleaders who listen, support, & challenge you #istelitchat

ApraRalli Mar 26 @ 9:30 PM EDT

#istelitchat A5. Read more & be with the children,they have a balming https://t.co/wT4dcLYdh1 must remain youthful to carry on .excitement !

ApraRalli Mar 26 @ 9:30 PM EDT

#istelitchat A5. Read more & be with the children,they have a balming https://t.co/NroWVBD92p must remain youthful to carry on .excitement !

snoopyone Mar 26 @ 9:30 PM EDT

#istelitchat A5 We must lift all educators. A word of encouragement, a Thank you card, flowers a big hug to know that they are important!

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:31 PM EDT

There is nothing like exercise to help w/mindfulness& listening 2great podcasts help inspire you. @timferrisssays is my fav #istelitchat

ZapEdu Mar 26 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A5: Mindfulness is a life saver, we can only focus on what we, ourselves, can change, can't take the world on our shoulders #ISTELitChat

ApraRalli Mar 26 @ 9:32 PM EDT

#istelitchat A5. Read more & be with the children,they have a balming effect.we must remain youthful to carry on .excitement is the keyword

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Yes, like random acts of kindness. When some1 you know is feeling down, surprise them w/something unexpected #istelitchat

snoopyone Mar 26 @ 9:30 PM EDT

#istelitchat A5 We must lift all educators. A word of encouragement, a Thank you card, flowers a big hug to know that they are important!

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:34 PM EDT

My Ss counted 61 days of classes as of this week ?!?! Im w/you. Summer is best time 2recharge, refocus, &re-ignite teaching #ISTELitChat

TheConnectedEdu Mar 26 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A5 There are only 86 more days til summer! Haha! #istelitchat

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Here is Q6 (Even though it says Q7) #istelitchat

BurggraafRob Mar 26 @ 9:35 PM EDT

#istelitchat A5: Treat each day as new; make yourself a checklist you can physically mark as you complete tasks-sense of progress

ApraRalli Mar 26 @ 9:36 PM EDT

#istelitchat A3. It's been a learning for me seeing your inputs...I will now start investing in elders as well..I had no time from çhildren

culver_jessica Mar 26 @ 9:36 PM EDT

#istelitchat I would say Twitter Chats like this one can get you feeling rejuvenated!

In reply to @TeachingFactor

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Yes, my To Do lists are a bit OCD but help accomplish & focus. Everyday is a fresh start #ISTElitChat

BurggraafRob Mar 26 @ 9:35 PM EDT

#istelitchat A5: Treat each day as new; make yourself a checklist you can physically mark as you complete tasks-sense of progress

BurggraafRob Mar 26 @ 9:36 PM EDT

#istelitchat A6: Read More than a Bird by Liz Huntley…remember why you do what you do

snoopyone Mar 26 @ 9:37 PM EDT

#istelitchat A6 Great Educators always share! Let them know about websites, books, educational journals, TED Talks are great motivators.

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A6: Many have recommended gr8 ones: Twitter, Edcamp, Conferences, PLNs, Organizations like @isteconnects @ncte @ILAToday #istelitchat

In reply to @isteconnects, @ncte, @ILAToday

Seckerle70 Mar 26 @ 9:38 PM EDT

#ISTELitChat What is the topic for the chat tonight?

ApraRalli Mar 26 @ 9:38 PM EDT

#istelitchat A6. Twitter chats for https://t.co/5SDiQW0aza " to sir with love" .Puts the faith back on

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Yes, there are many amazing twitter chats that inspire me daily. I keep notebook during twitter chats to record notes & ideas #ISTElitChat

culver_jessica Mar 26 @ 9:36 PM EDT

#istelitchat I would say Twitter Chats like this one can get you feeling rejuvenated!
In reply to @TeachingFactor

litchick_ky Mar 26 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A6 Find Ts on Twitter, read ed bks, connect w/ groups via Social Media, I love our #futurereadylibs group on FB #istelitchat

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:39 PM EDT

You can even have your Ss collaborate w/elders to interview & record stories & build community #ISTELitChat

ApraRalli Mar 26 @ 9:36 PM EDT

#istelitchat A3. It's been a learning for me seeing your inputs...I will now start investing in elders as well..I had no time from çhildren

LeeAraoz Mar 26 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Twitter reignites my passion for teaching and makes me a better educator! #istelitchat

In reply to @TeachingFactor

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:41 PM EDT

We are talking about keeping teacher burnout away - what are ways you stay recharged & rejuvenated throughout school year? #ISTELitChat

Seckerle70 Mar 26 @ 9:38 PM EDT

#ISTELitChat What is the topic for the chat tonight?

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Oh, yes TED talks are always great motivators. Reading bookings, I'm also a podcast junkie #istelitchat

In reply to @snoopyone

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:42 PM EDT

So True #Istelitchat

LeeAraoz Mar 26 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Twitter reignites my passion for teaching and makes me a better educator! #istelitchat
In reply to @TeachingFactor

ZapEdu Mar 26 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A7: Great ideas from Edutopia https://t.co/hQoDY6iO6T #ISTELitChat

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:45 PM EDT

My colleage @cvarsalona has this awesome idea called "Reflection" - Its a reflection and action. Q7 coming up next #istelitchat

In reply to @cvarsalona

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Q7: #istelitchat

ZapEdu Mar 26 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A7: Take deep breaths and remember the students #ISTELitChat

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:47 PM EDT

The Serial Podcast on @NPR & @timferrisssays podcasts are longer chapters from his book Tools of Titans #ISTELitChat

In reply to @Seckerle70, @snoopyone, @NPR, @timferrisssays

ApraRalli Mar 26 @ 9:48 PM EDT

#Istelitchat A7. I used to ignore the negative people...Now I will address their issues with compassion & patience. Wash out their 'Toxins'

litchick_ky Mar 26 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A7 Reach out to other Ts in building. I'll try 1 note per wk to say thanks, good job, or just have a great day! #istelitchat

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:49 PM EDT

I would agree with you that Twitter re-ignite my teaching & professional development daily, PLN always inspires #ISTElitChat

LeeAraoz Mar 26 @ 9:47 PM EDT

I saw the question and I had to pop in and answer.
In reply to @TeachingFactor

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Agreed, I need to do more random acts of kindness for my colleagues as much as I do for my Ss #ISTElitChat

In reply to @litchick_ky

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A7: Loving Kindness 10 second exercise: identify 2 people in the room & just wish this person happiness. Think it, don't say it #istelitchat

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:52 PM EDT

This is key. In Jan I had to face a bully T I work with. I told him I am not playing his game & I wish him happiness #ISTELitChat

ApraRalli Mar 26 @ 9:48 PM EDT

#Istelitchat A7. I used to ignore the negative people...Now I will address their issues with compassion & patience. Wash out their 'Toxins'

litchick_ky Mar 26 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Thanks for a great chat #istelitchat

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Summer time I can walk for 2 hours just listening to a super podcast like @serial #istelitchat

In reply to @serial

snoopyone Mar 26 @ 9:51 PM EDT

I am going to find other podcasts besides sports podcasts. And hopefully hit the treadmill more LOL! Thanks!
In reply to @TeachingFactor

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Thank you for everyone who participated in #istelitchat 2night. Remember, "You are more powerful than you think you are." - @ThisIsSethsBlog

In reply to @ThisIsSethsBlog

TeachingFactor - Moderator Mar 26 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Mark your calendars for our next #istelitchat with @MrSchoenbart 4/23

In reply to @MrSchoenbart

ApraRalli Mar 26 @ 9:57 PM EDT

#istelitchat loved it.

In reply to @TeachingFactor