#tnedchat Archive

TNedchat is a way for educators in Tennessee to share thoughts, resources, and information. The weekly chat is moderated by Jessica Warner (@jessawarner) and Samantha Bates (@sjsbates).

Tuesday January 16, 2018
8:00 PM EST

  • MEMSPAchat Jan 16 @ 8:00 PM EST
    Come join #MEMSPAchat - a leading ed chat on Thursday at 8pm EST @teachintechgal #TNedchat Join the leading, learning & collaboration!
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:00 PM EST
    Welcome to #TnEdChat ! Please introduce yourself and where you’re joining us from!
  • participatechat Jan 16 @ 8:00 PM EST
    Participate in the upcoming #tnedchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/tNdZcgtKR8
  • joelbezaire Jan 16 @ 8:00 PM EST
    Joel Bezaire Nashville TN #TNedchat
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:00 PM EST
    You may even use @participate #tnedchat
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:00 PM EST
    These next 30 minutes are going to be awesome! Julie, tech coordinator from Chattanooga, TN ready to learn with @McQueenCandice #tnedchat
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:01 PM EST
    Make sure to add #TnEdChat to all of your tweets tonight for this chat. Your voice matters!
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:01 PM EST
    Welcome Joel #tnedchat
    In reply to @joelbezaire
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:01 PM EST
    Greetings all. Greg an Elementary Admin. from Chattanooga... Let's be amazing tonight. #TnEdChat
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:01 PM EST
    Hello greg! #tnedchat
    In reply to @Gregbagby
  • cmr41193 Jan 16 @ 8:01 PM EST
    Colleen Kindergarten Teacher from Chattanooga TN #TNedchat
  • JacobDunn Jan 16 @ 8:01 PM EST
    Hello all, Jacob From McMinnville. 2" of snow today! #tnedchat
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:01 PM EST
    Hello Chris. Is @johnccarver with you tonight? #TnEdChat
    In reply to @cooper1503, @johnccarver
  • hollowayreader Jan 16 @ 8:01 PM EST
    Jessica Holloway, Instructional Coach in Chattanooga #tnedchat
  • cooper1503 Jan 16 @ 8:01 PM EST
    Hello #tnedchat Chris from Spring Hill! #ccsdtn
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:01 PM EST
    Welcome Colleen! #tnedchat
    In reply to @cmr41193
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:02 PM EST
    We will use a Q1, Q2…format for Questions during #TnEdChat . Please use the A1, A2… format for answers.
  • oodlesofteach Jan 16 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Hello all, Meagan here from East Tennessee! #tnedchat
  • smithstrws Jan 16 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Stephanie, Instructional Technology Coach in Murfreesboro, TN. #TNEdChat
  • AskMrBell Jan 16 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Hi, I’m Luke from Knoxville. #tnedchat
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Jacob! #tnedchat
    In reply to @JacobDunn
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Hello my friend. #TnEdChat
    In reply to @juliedavisEDU
  • effortfuleduktr Jan 16 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Blake Harvard, AP Psych teacher and blogger, Huntsville, AL..so almost TN. :) https://t.co/EJp11sZu1q #TnEdChat
  • brittanyhrr Jan 16 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Brittany Second grade teacher from Chattanooga. #tnedchat
  • tnstudent Jan 16 @ 8:02 PM EST
    We're excited to be with you all, #TNEdChat! We're a statewide education group that supports and champions public education in TN.
  • kathylynnpryor Jan 16 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Kathy Pryor, Sumner County #tnedchat
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Welcome Blake. #TnEdChat
    In reply to @effortfuleduktr
  • AprilEbbinger Jan 16 @ 8:02 PM EST
    April, School Psychologist, in Nashville, TN. #TnEdChat
  • FinkTeach Jan 16 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Connie, 5th grade social studies teacher in Nashville, TN #TnEdChat
  • trnholmes Jan 16 @ 8:02 PM EST
    #tnedchat Terri, Chattanooga math teacher.
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Steph! #tnedchat
    In reply to @smithstrws
  • tntechgal Jan 16 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Hello #tnedchat tweeps! Excited to be here!
  • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Glad to join the #TNedchat tonight with so many educators and leaders from across the state! Let's get started with our first question.
  • smithstrws Jan 16 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Julie! #TNEdChat
    In reply to @juliedavisEDU
  • cooper1503 Jan 16 @ 8:02 PM EST
    I wish I had @johnccarver with me! What an amazing resource TN gained. #TnEdChat
    In reply to @Gregbagby, @johnccarver, @johnccarver
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Welcome TN Commissioner of Education, Candice McQueen @McQueenCandice tonight for moderator of #TnEdChat
  • asmithfield Jan 16 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Hi! Amanda from Nashville #TNedchat
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Hello Brittany... you need a hashtag.. you globetrotter. #TnEdChat
    In reply to @brittanyhrr
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:03 PM EST
    me too #tnedchat
    In reply to @cooper1503, @Gregbagby, @johnccarver
  • 1DanLawson Jan 16 @ 8:03 PM EST
    I'm in...Dan, superintendent, Tullahoma, TN...Good evening all! #tnedchat
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Welcome. #TnEdChat
    In reply to @tnstudent
  • amyfsmythe Jan 16 @ 8:03 PM EST
    I'm with you all. Excited to join the #TnEdChat
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:03 PM EST
    or Johnny Cash. #tnedchat
    In reply to @1DanLawson
  • nathan_stevens Jan 16 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Hello my snowy TN friends #tnedchat
  • smithstrws Jan 16 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Your videos are making quite the rounds! lol #TNEdChat
    In reply to @1DanLawson
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:03 PM EST
    APRIL!!! The Northeast trio is here. #TnEdChat
    In reply to @AprilEbbinger
  • JacobDunn Jan 16 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Could that be the singing superintendent from Tullahoma? #TNedchat
    In reply to @1DanLawson
  • tntechgal Jan 16 @ 8:04 PM EST
    So excited to have @McQueenCandice on my fav chat!! #TNEdChat
    • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:02 PM EST
      Glad to join the #TNedchat tonight with so many educators and leaders from across the state! Let's get started with our first question.
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Hello. #TnEdChat
    In reply to @kathylynnpryor
  • tnstudent Jan 16 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Thanks! It's our first #TnEdChat and we're pumped.
    In reply to @Gregbagby
  • AleciaHiggFord Jan 16 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Alecia Ford, Nashville TN! 5th/6th math teacher #TNEdChat
  • lindseyhagan Jan 16 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Lindsey, Assistant Principal with @gregbagby in Chattanooga #tnedchat
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Terri, howdy... so did you do school yet? #TnEdChat
    In reply to @trnholmes
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Looks like a great crew! Thanks all for making this chat awesome! #tnedchat
  • MaryAvans1 Jan 16 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Hello- Chattanooga- 4th gr #tnedchat
  • TNedu Jan 16 @ 8:04 PM EST
    #tnedchat
    In reply to @McQueenCandice
  • cooper1503 Jan 16 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Nice videos #TnEdChat
    In reply to @1DanLawson
  • tntechgal Jan 16 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Dan! Loving your snowy songs! #TNEdChat
    In reply to @1DanLawson
  • vesiawils Jan 16 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Vesia from Nashville - education advocate. Here to learn from #TNedchat.
  • BelAire_Bees Jan 16 @ 8:04 PM EST
    April Norris, principal, Tullahoma #TnEdChat
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Q1: Holiday break is often a time used to reflect on improving your practice. What new ideas, perspectives, or practices are you bring into this semester? #tnedchat
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Welcome Lindsey. have fun with this. :-) #TnEdChat
    In reply to @lindseyhagan
  • chris_tenbarge Jan 16 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Chris from Lebanon checking in! #tnedchat
  • tntechgal Jan 16 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Welcome! You’ve picked a great chat group! #tnedchat
    In reply to @tnstudent, @Gregbagby
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Welcome Amanda #TnEdChat
    In reply to @asmithfield
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:05 PM EST
    RT Q1 #tnedchat
    • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:05 PM EST
      Q1: Holiday break is often a time used to reflect on improving your practice. What new ideas, perspectives, or practices are you bring into this semester? #tnedchat
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:06 PM EST
    Q1 #TnEdChat
    • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:03 PM EST
      Q1: Holiday break is often a time used to reflect on improving your practice. What new ideas, perspectives, or practices are you bring into this semester?
  • cmr41193 Jan 16 @ 8:06 PM EST
    A1: having my students self reflect more #TNedchat
  • tntechgal Jan 16 @ 8:06 PM EST
    Chris!!!! It’s been a while friend! #tnedchat
    In reply to @chris_tenbarge
  • smithstrws Jan 16 @ 8:06 PM EST
    A1 Trying to get my more tech scared teachers to step out of their comfort zones! Working on integrating @nearpod. #TNEdChat
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:06 PM EST
    a1: I am starting this semester off with some learning myself at FETC and also digging deeper into design thinking process with our teachers and students #tnedchat
  • Dale_Chu Jan 16 @ 8:06 PM EST
    HAPPENING NOW: @TNedu commish @McQueenCandice moderating a chat on the importance of effective educators for every student. Follow along at #TNEdChat!
  • effortfuleduktr Jan 16 @ 8:07 PM EST
    A1 - I'm focusing on an aspect of concrete examples called 'concreteness fading'. I wrote about how I plan to do this in my class here: https://t.co/u0NdoeN4dA #TnEdChat
    • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:05 PM EST
      Q1: Holiday break is often a time used to reflect on improving your practice. What new ideas, perspectives, or practices are you bring into this semester? #tnedchat
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:07 PM EST
    What age are your students? how are you having them do it? #tnedchat
    In reply to @cmr41193
  • asmithfield Jan 16 @ 8:07 PM EST
    love nearpod! #TNedchat
    In reply to @smithstrws, @nearpod
  • trnholmes Jan 16 @ 8:07 PM EST
    A1 I was able to get a guided math audio workshop and it could be a game changer for my classroom. #tnedchat
  • beldridge85 Jan 16 @ 8:07 PM EST
    I’m in! Brandon Eldridge, APUSH, US History teacher Warren County HS #tnedchat
  • MrB_DoesMath Jan 16 @ 8:07 PM EST
    Joining #tnedchat at the last minute. I’m a math teacher for @ApolloMiddle!
  • PapaJohnCagle Jan 16 @ 8:07 PM EST
    I catch up on professional reading, looking for new strategies to implement and noteworthy things to share online. #TnEdChat
    In reply to @McQueenCandice
  • smithstrws Jan 16 @ 8:07 PM EST
    Me, too! #TNEdChat
    In reply to @asmithfield, @nearpod
  • cathypetreebeck Jan 16 @ 8:07 PM EST
    #TNedchat 2nd semester is when everything has to come together- mastery, spiraling of content. We need to know where every Ss is in regards to stds and retract or enrich
    • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:02 PM EST
      Glad to join the #TNedchat tonight with so many educators and leaders from across the state! Let's get started with our first question.
  • JacobDunn Jan 16 @ 8:07 PM EST
    A1) We have a new AB block schedule this year. My winter break was full of reflection. Unfortunately we have only been back 3 days to see if my implementation works. #tnedchat
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:07 PM EST
    A1) I want to work to be diligent to grow every student in my building... start with relationships and move forward. #TnEdChat
  • drrusselldyer Jan 16 @ 8:07 PM EST
    Q1 Einstein had a quote about if he had one hour to answer a question he'd spend 55 minutes figuring out the problem and 5 minutes figuring the solution. Over the break I decided that's what I need to do more. Ask good questions and not just seek solutions. #tnedchat
  • PapaJohnCagle Jan 16 @ 8:07 PM EST
    I catch up on professional reading, looking for new strategies to implement and noteworthy things to share online. #TNedchat
    In reply to @McQueenCandice
  • DFBeasley Jan 16 @ 8:08 PM EST
    A 1: My team #ccslearns decides on practices to implement in the following school year. Once we have one in place, we move to examine and dive into the next one. This way we learn and explore together #tnedchat
    In reply to @juliedavisEDU
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:08 PM EST
    good choice! #tnedchat
    In reply to @smithstrws, @nearpod
  • tntechgal Jan 16 @ 8:08 PM EST
    A1: connecting all the pieces to better support districts, including carving out time to plan (hard for me bc I don’t like to say no) #tnedchat
    • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:05 PM EST
      Q1: Holiday break is often a time used to reflect on improving your practice. What new ideas, perspectives, or practices are you bring into this semester? #tnedchat
  • AskMrBell Jan 16 @ 8:08 PM EST
    A1: I’m trying a new student conferencing model with essays. I hope to provide more feedback in class. #tnedchat
    • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:03 PM EST
      Q1: Holiday break is often a time used to reflect on improving your practice. What new ideas, perspectives, or practices are you bring into this semester?
  • hollowayreader Jan 16 @ 8:08 PM EST
    A1: Focus on standard - test item alignment and effective tech use #tnedchat
  • nathan_stevens Jan 16 @ 8:08 PM EST
    A1 more basic building models #tnedchat
    In reply to @juliedavisEDU
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:08 PM EST
    But you are back....kinda :-) #TnEdCHat
    In reply to @JacobDunn
  • cooper1503 Jan 16 @ 8:08 PM EST
    A1 Blogging and more reflection. Including Using @OneNoteEDU for student performance portfolios to keep track of progress and change. #tnedchat
  • AleciaHiggFord Jan 16 @ 8:08 PM EST
    A1: Motivated by @joboaler to build in more complex tasks and group work. Ss learning from ea other, not just the teacher. #TNedchat
  • tntechgal Jan 16 @ 8:08 PM EST
    Miss @FETC! #TNEdChat
    In reply to @juliedavisEDU, @fetc
  • cmr41193 Jan 16 @ 8:08 PM EST
    #TNedchat
    • cmr41193 Jan 16 @ 8:08 PM EST
      My S are Kinder. We have colored post-it reflections and ALOT of rubrics and self check time after each lesson!
      In reply to @juliedavisEDU
  • AprilEbbinger Jan 16 @ 8:08 PM EST
    #TnEdChat Determined to be in classrooms more! Have scheduled behavior modeling sessions in all grade levels before the end of this month!
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:08 PM EST
    I'm trying to be more consistent in my blogging this year too #tnedchat
    In reply to @cooper1503, @OneNoteEDU
  • tntechgal Jan 16 @ 8:09 PM EST
    One of my favs is @nearpod!! #TnEdChat
    In reply to @smithstrws, @nearpod, @nearpod
  • 1DanLawson Jan 16 @ 8:09 PM EST
    A1 for me holidays are always about family, relationships, a bit of grief and a lot of grace...after that reload I always try to be more intentional is dispensing GRACE and enhancing RELATIONSHIPS #tnedchat
  • ataylorSDHS Jan 16 @ 8:09 PM EST
    A1: I am trying out "contract grades" as a way for students to dive deeper into the curriculum. #tnedchat
  • amyfsmythe Jan 16 @ 8:09 PM EST
    A1: Giving resources to teachers with how to use technology and make it individualized for students #tnedchat
  • lindseyhagan Jan 16 @ 8:09 PM EST
    A1: ALL children need an amazing school. Focusing on consistency so there is equal access to excellent teaching and learning. #tnedchat
  • AliceBrowder Jan 16 @ 8:09 PM EST
    Implementing new ideas for parent engagement. Working on building stronger relationships within our community. #tnedchat
    In reply to @McQueenCandice
  • beldridge85 Jan 16 @ 8:09 PM EST
    More implementation of online platforms for research, assessments ie Google Classroom #TNedchat
    In reply to @McQueenCandice
  • MaryAvans1 Jan 16 @ 8:09 PM EST
    A1) Expecting students to take ownership of their learning my #oneword2018 is #Expect #tnedchat
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:09 PM EST
    Welcome Mary! #tnedchat
    In reply to @MaryAvans1
  • asmithfield Jan 16 @ 8:09 PM EST
    A1 y’all have great ideas! I’m trying to embrace better questioning. I’m impatient so wait time has always been a weakness! #TNedchat
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:09 PM EST
    Dr. Dan y'all... he has must see school closing messages for his district. #TnEdChat
    In reply to @1DanLawson
  • tntechgal Jan 16 @ 8:09 PM EST
    Hey John! Glad to see you on here! #tnedchat
    In reply to @PapaJohnCagle, @McQueenCandice
  • joelbezaire Jan 16 @ 8:09 PM EST
    A1 Trying to give more frequent and timely informal feedback to students and parents #TNedchat
  • beldridge85 Jan 16 @ 8:10 PM EST
    A1 More implementation of online platforms for research, assessments ie Google Classroom #TNedchat
    In reply to @McQueenCandice
  • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:10 PM EST
    Exactly! This is a great time to refine instruction as content begins to spiral.#TnEdChat
    • cathypetreebeck Jan 16 @ 8:07 PM EST
      #TNedchat 2nd semester is when everything has to come together- mastery, spiraling of content. We need to know where every Ss is in regards to stds and retract or enrich
      • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:02 PM EST
        Glad to join the #TNedchat tonight with so many educators and leaders from across the state! Let's get started with our first question.
  • nathan_stevens Jan 16 @ 8:10 PM EST
    Know what you miss more? A firecracker gif #boom #tnedchat
    In reply to @tntechgal, @juliedavisEDU, @fetc
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:10 PM EST
    Yes... ALL #TnEdChat
    • lindseyhagan Jan 16 @ 8:09 PM EST
      A1: ALL children need an amazing school. Focusing on consistency so there is equal access to excellent teaching and learning. #tnedchat
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:10 PM EST
    Would love to know what you are trying #tnedchat
    In reply to @AliceBrowder, @McQueenCandice
  • cathypetreebeck Jan 16 @ 8:10 PM EST
    Without the relationships not much else will happen! #tnedchat
    • 1DanLawson Jan 16 @ 8:09 PM EST
      A1 for me holidays are always about family, relationships, a bit of grief and a lot of grace...after that reload I always try to be more intentional is dispensing GRACE and enhancing RELATIONSHIPS #tnedchat
  • mike_stein33 Jan 16 @ 8:10 PM EST
    A1 I have invited the non-profit @SouthernWord into my classroom. Got interrupted by snow days, but so far the results have been AMAZING! #TNedChat
  • cybraryman1 Jan 16 @ 8:10 PM EST
    A1 Help for those who responded: My Reflection page https://t.co/fItx2PxARx My Blogging page https://t.co/tmB858RhCF My Tech pages https://t.co/rhtEBHuUf9 #Tnedchat
  • asmithfield Jan 16 @ 8:10 PM EST
    high school! I think it's a great way to have make powerpoints more interactive and get some formative data! #TNedchat
    In reply to @juliedavisEDU, @cmr41193
  • FinkTeach Jan 16 @ 8:10 PM EST
    A1 Using the design thinking framework for how Nashville growth is affecting historically African American neighborhoods #tnedchat
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:11 PM EST
    Wow! #tnedchat
    In reply to @FinkTeach
  • MrB_DoesMath Jan 16 @ 8:11 PM EST
    A1: Trying to rethink what groupworthy means in the classroom. Many students struggle in groups and i think it’s because the tasks are not truly groupworthy. #tnedchat
  • tntechgal Jan 16 @ 8:11 PM EST
    Agreed! Relationships pave the path to success #TnEdChat
    In reply to @cathypetreebeck
  • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:11 PM EST
    What a wonderful way to move encourage and push students to becomes writers. One-on-one feedback is powerful and memorable. #TNEdchat
    • AskMrBell Jan 16 @ 8:08 PM EST
      A1: I’m trying a new student conferencing model with essays. I hope to provide more feedback in class. #tnedchat
      • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:03 PM EST
        Q1: Holiday break is often a time used to reflect on improving your practice. What new ideas, perspectives, or practices are you bring into this semester?
  • FinkTeach Jan 16 @ 8:12 PM EST
    A1: Continue to tweak assessing Ss without grades. Focusing on the learning via formative feedback. #tnedchat
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:12 PM EST
    I think you are on to something... like truth. #TnEdChat
    • MrB_DoesMath Jan 16 @ 8:11 PM EST
      A1: Trying to rethink what groupworthy means in the classroom. Many students struggle in groups and i think it’s because the tasks are not truly groupworthy. #tnedchat
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:12 PM EST
    Or they need to work on their collaboration skills. Have them make pacts on how they will resolve conflict. sign contracts. etc #tnedchat
    In reply to @MrB_DoesMath
  • tntechgal Jan 16 @ 8:12 PM EST
    I can always count on you to light the fuse for me as #TNFirecracker! #tnedchat
    In reply to @nathan_stevens, @juliedavisEDU, @fetc
  • jennajdavis Jan 16 @ 8:12 PM EST
    A1: Having a “reset” coming off maternity leave- breaking bad habits learned and starting off strong with positivity and high expectations for student success both academically and behaviorally #TNedchat
  • l_m_coleman Jan 16 @ 8:12 PM EST
    whoops... #tnedchat
    In reply to @McQueenCandice, @LipscombCofEd
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:12 PM EST
    What do they do and what does this look like? #tnedchat
    In reply to @mike_stein33, @SouthernWord
  • JacobDunn Jan 16 @ 8:13 PM EST
    True, I feel as if I have extended reflection time. #TNedchat
    In reply to @Gregbagby
  • oodlesofteach Jan 16 @ 8:13 PM EST
    A1 I focused on coaching models and best practices for working with adult learners. #tnedchat
  • chris_tenbarge Jan 16 @ 8:13 PM EST
    A1: student agency. Can students learn independently mixed with the ability to lead meaningful collaboration. #tnedchat
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:13 PM EST
    You're going to own your new role! #tnedchat
    In reply to @oodlesofteach
  • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:13 PM EST
    Yes, this is a great time of year to do this as sts. become comfortable with each other and have gained confidence in the content. #TnEdChat
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:13 PM EST
    Hi Meagan #TnEdChat
    In reply to @oodlesofteach
  • amyfsmythe Jan 16 @ 8:13 PM EST
    A1: More reflection! #tnedchat
  • BelAire_Bees Jan 16 @ 8:13 PM EST
    A1 Family Time first but then reflect on goals achieved and where we need to improve for second semester. Visit with faculty about progress and areas needing more attention. #TnEdChat
  • asmithfield Jan 16 @ 8:13 PM EST
    OOH! There's been a lot written on Nashville gentrification! Great use of nonfiction resources! #TNedchat
    In reply to @FinkTeach
  • cybraryman1 Jan 16 @ 8:13 PM EST
    My Design Thinking page https://t.co/dAtPdVOUBt My students & community members helped me put together a comprehensive study of the school neighborhood's history & social-economic development #tnedchat
    • FinkTeach Jan 16 @ 8:10 PM EST
      A1 Using the design thinking framework for how Nashville growth is affecting historically African American neighborhoods #tnedchat
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:13 PM EST
    Welcome Chris. #TnEdChat
    In reply to @chris_tenbarge
  • chris_tenbarge Jan 16 @ 8:14 PM EST
    LOVE seeing the design thinking mentions. #tnedchat
  • JeniferEoff Jan 16 @ 8:14 PM EST
    Working in a community school, I brainstorm ideas dealing with increasing parent/community engagement, addressing mental health issues - whole child perspective - all while focusing on academics! #TnEdChat
    In reply to @McQueenCandice
  • cathypetreebeck Jan 16 @ 8:14 PM EST
    Sounds like a recipe for success! Welcome back! #tnedchat
    • jennajdavis Jan 16 @ 8:12 PM EST
      A1: Having a “reset” coming off maternity leave- breaking bad habits learned and starting off strong with positivity and high expectations for student success both academically and behaviorally #TNedchat
  • mike_stein33 Jan 16 @ 8:14 PM EST
    They work with my students on expressing themselves creatively through spoken word poetry. It should greatly improve their writing skills. #TNedChat
    In reply to @juliedavisEDU, @SouthernWord
  • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:14 PM EST
    Q2: Thinking about your role as a whole, how do you determine your areas for growth to improve as an educator? #TNedchat
  • christieamburn Jan 16 @ 8:14 PM EST
    A1: Refocusing on the @FLMSBraves motto of #whateverittakes - reaching out to parents to attack chronic absenteeism. #TnEdChat
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:14 PM EST
    Love this! #tnedchat
    In reply to @mike_stein33, @SouthernWord
  • MeriKock Jan 16 @ 8:14 PM EST
    A1: As a school counselor, 2nd sem. is a time for helping students maintain momentum from 1st sem. but build toward the next year, whether it’s in K-12 or post-sec. ed. #TNEdChat
  • SpanishEagles Jan 16 @ 8:14 PM EST
    A1: Spanish teacher from Texas! Allotting lots of time for conversations with sophisticated vocabulary. Ss can do it! #TNedchat
  • oodlesofteach Jan 16 @ 8:14 PM EST
    Your too kind. I'll be asking a lot of questions and I know my Twitter PLN will be a huge help. #TNedchat
    In reply to @juliedavisEDU
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:15 PM EST
    Hey, know that we do the same in Chattanooga...wait, that's not a good thing. #TnEdChat
    In reply to @asmithfield, @FinkTeach
  • FinkTeach Jan 16 @ 8:15 PM EST
    Of course you have a page for that! I should have known. Will check it out. Thx! #tnedchat
    In reply to @cybraryman1
  • MrsWilksWorld Jan 16 @ 8:15 PM EST
    A1: wow! What do I not want to try!? This semester, I challenge myself to slow down & really enjoy the process of teaching & being part of my kids' learning journey! I need to listen more! #TNedchat
    • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:03 PM EST
      Q1: Holiday break is often a time used to reflect on improving your practice. What new ideas, perspectives, or practices are you bring into this semester?
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:15 PM EST
    T for Texas, T for Tennessee! Welcome to #tnedchat
    In reply to @SpanishEagles
  • AleciaHiggFord Jan 16 @ 8:15 PM EST
    This is a hugely complicated issue! The variety of educational experiences are stunning. #TNedchat
    In reply to @lindseyhagan
  • brittanyhrr Jan 16 @ 8:15 PM EST
    A2: Through self reflection after teaching lessons. #tnedchat
  • amyfsmythe Jan 16 @ 8:15 PM EST
    A2: Set goals, discuss those goals with others, and reflect consistently. #tnedchat
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:15 PM EST
    Good evening Jerry. Glad you can stop by. I won't make it to @FETC this year so have fun without me. #TnEdChat
    In reply to @cybraryman1, @fetc
  • joelbezaire Jan 16 @ 8:15 PM EST
    A2 Frequent check-ins with trusted colleagues and mentors — in my school, members of #MTBoS, and in the @Ed_Cooperative — all my valuable PLCs #TNedchat
    • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:14 PM EST
      Q2: Thinking about your role as a whole, how do you determine your areas for growth to improve as an educator? #TNedchat
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:15 PM EST
    My #oneword for 2018 is PERSPECTIVE. I get it! #tnedchat
    In reply to @MrsWilksWorld
  • SpanishEagles Jan 16 @ 8:16 PM EST
    @AleciaHiggFord you are absolutely correct! #TNedchat
  • smithstrws Jan 16 @ 8:16 PM EST
    A2 My role is to help Ts & Ss become more successful integrating & using technology more meaningfully. So, analyzing data to see where/how I can fit that in is important. #TNEdChat
  • mbatson3 Jan 16 @ 8:16 PM EST
    A1: I want to get more of the wonderful resources found here on Twitter and some of the professional books into teachers hands and help them implement the strategies to help our students. #TNedchat
    • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:03 PM EST
      Q1: Holiday break is often a time used to reflect on improving your practice. What new ideas, perspectives, or practices are you bring into this semester?
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:16 PM EST
    Fantastic evening thank you. :-) #TnEdChat
    In reply to @oodlesofteach
  • mike_stein33 Jan 16 @ 8:16 PM EST
    A2 I'm CONSTANTLY reflecting upon my teaching practice, and then I blog about it. Read my most recent one here: https://t.co/xe21i9FKBT @unpackedu #TNedChat
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:16 PM EST
    RT Q2 #tnedchat
    • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:14 PM EST
      Q2: Thinking about your role as a whole, how do you determine your areas for growth to improve as an educator? #TNedchat
  • AskMrBell Jan 16 @ 8:16 PM EST
    A2: I begin by asking my students. They can be brutally honest, but it helps me begin my own reflection and improvement cycle. Our students see us everyday and know our strengths and weaknesses. #tnedchat
    • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:14 PM EST
      Q2: Thinking about your role as a whole, how do you determine your areas for growth to improve as an educator? #TNedchat
  • beldridge85 Jan 16 @ 8:16 PM EST
    A2 It has to be a holistic approach. You’ve got to look at assessment data (formative, summative, observations). Conversations with other teachers. It also helps to observe others to see what they are doing to improve your craft. #tnedchat
    In reply to @McQueenCandice
  • trnholmes Jan 16 @ 8:16 PM EST
    A2 I need to slow down and seek to understand my content area and its connection to Ss lives. Also build relationships instead if being so test score driven.#tnedchat
  • tribebiology Jan 16 @ 8:17 PM EST
    A2 #TNedchat in yearlong classes we use midterm data to analyze areas that need reinforcement. Once identified, we ensure that these areas are spiraled into our assessements.
  • PapaJohnCagle Jan 16 @ 8:17 PM EST
    #TNedchat I solicit feedback from those I work with—the lead principal, teachers, students, even local business leaders. I filter my goals for the school & myself through that, then use that as a basis for an improvement plan.
    In reply to @McQueenCandice
  • cmr41193 Jan 16 @ 8:17 PM EST
    A2: Peer refection w/ colleagues and self reflections on lessons and planning allows me to be a better T to my Ss #TNedchat
  • l_m_coleman Jan 16 @ 8:17 PM EST
    Observing others + getting ideas from them + having them observe me/give me feedback helps. I co-teach and get so many ideas from my co-teacher every day! Also, important to see opportunity for growth as a positive... everyone has room for it #tnedchat
    In reply to @McQueenCandice
  • cooper1503 Jan 16 @ 8:17 PM EST
    A2 I invest a lot of time in lsietnting to student feedback. Coupled with peer and admin feedback and using my #PLN for resources and as a souding board, I try to course correct realtime and through reflection longterm. #tnedchat
  • cathypetreebeck Jan 16 @ 8:17 PM EST
    Great question! I am so aware of my needs. I try and prioritize them. I learn so much from my pln on Twitter, which in turn, helps me determine my growth needs. #TNedchat A2
    • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:14 PM EST
      Q2: Thinking about your role as a whole, how do you determine your areas for growth to improve as an educator? #TNedchat
  • DFBeasley Jan 16 @ 8:18 PM EST
    Reflecting on moments of student growth or lack of growth, can push me to find better ways to reach my students #tnedchat
    In reply to @McQueenCandice
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:18 PM EST
    A2: Look where my weaknesses are and try to grow there. Set goals that reflect my needs and my school's needs. Focus on modeling #lifelonglearning #tnedchat
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:18 PM EST
    A2) I seek out the counsel of others to assist. I ask colleges hard questions but I need them to grow...and there is always TVAAS #TnEdChat
  • FinkTeach Jan 16 @ 8:18 PM EST
    Yep! Chat came up in my research. There Goes the Neighborhood is a great podcast that focuses on this issue. #tnedchat
    In reply to @Gregbagby, @asmithfield
  • 1DanLawson Jan 16 @ 8:18 PM EST
    A2 Great Q for every leader... I must consider if my area to address produces organizational change...or just an easy resolution to "check." I typically want to de the ME and leave the WE...bad choice! #tnedchat
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:18 PM EST
    Welcome Debbie! #tnedchat
    In reply to @DFBeasley, @McQueenCandice
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:18 PM EST
    Welcome. #TnEdChat
    In reply to @SpanishEagles
  • JacobDunn Jan 16 @ 8:18 PM EST
    A2) Growth is a constant with me. I feel TNReady scores as well as my students exit surveys every year help me to guide my growth. #tnedchat
  • MrB_DoesMath Jan 16 @ 8:18 PM EST
    A2: As a first-year educator, I’m very reliant on feedback from admin and coaches. Also student data, but I find that less of a factor. I appreciate the real-time feedback for improvements I need to make #tnedchat
  • lindseyhagan Jan 16 @ 8:18 PM EST
    A2: Data (formative assessments), transparent collaboration, and areas where the majority lack understanding or mastery. #tnedchat
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:19 PM EST
    Hello Lara. #TnEdChat
    In reply to @DrCharb, @TNedu
  • AprilEbbinger Jan 16 @ 8:19 PM EST
    #tnedchat A2: So much of my position is compliance driven, but I try to set goals that relate to collaboration and communication. The little things make me more effective...like how quickly I respond to a teacher’s email.
    In reply to @McQueenCandice
  • hollowayreader Jan 16 @ 8:19 PM EST
    A2: As a coach I look for opportunities to improve instruction. How can I support teachers in improving their practice? I stay student centered and solutions oriented when determining areas for growth #tnedchat
  • asmithfield Jan 16 @ 8:19 PM EST
    A2 As a librarian, I work with everyone! I ask my literacy coach and other teachers to watch me teach and give me feedback...not formal eval, but for my own professional growth! And my students will always give me feedback! 😉#tnedchat
  • MeriKock Jan 16 @ 8:19 PM EST
    A2: I look for areas where I feel the most inspired and seek opportunities for professional learning there. Additionally, I also look for state/district/school goals and align my PD with those as well. #TNEdChat
  • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:19 PM EST
    Love your focus on authentic learning #TNedchat
    • trnholmes Jan 16 @ 8:16 PM EST
      A2 I need to slow down and seek to understand my content area and its connection to Ss lives. Also build relationships instead if being so test score driven.#tnedchat
  • mbatson3 Jan 16 @ 8:19 PM EST
    A2: self reflection; peer feedback; evaluation post conversations; teacher survey #TNedchat
    • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:14 PM EST
      Q2: Thinking about your role as a whole, how do you determine your areas for growth to improve as an educator? #TNedchat
  • oodlesofteach Jan 16 @ 8:19 PM EST
    A2. I seek feedback from my peers, my students, and I have started reflecting through a journal. #tnedchat
  • SpanishEagles Jan 16 @ 8:19 PM EST
    A2: students are very quick to tell you what is working and what is not. We have to allow a safe space for this kind of feedback. #TNedchat
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:19 PM EST
    Yes...UT. they are orange. :-) #TnEdChat
    In reply to @juliedavisEDU, @SpanishEagles
  • cmr41193 Jan 16 @ 8:19 PM EST
    feed back from students is very important! #TNedchat
    In reply to @oodlesofteach
  • MaryAvans1 Jan 16 @ 8:19 PM EST
    A2) I plan my area of growth based on my My long term goal for my S and myself T based on my weakness #TNedchat
  • Amanda_Arnold77 Jan 16 @ 8:19 PM EST
    A2: Looking at data, reflecting for post conferences, and the conversations that happen in those conferences are very valuable, #TNedchat
  • JDouttChilders Jan 16 @ 8:19 PM EST
    Q2 Each year I try to focus on something different. This year, I'm trying to do more group work and increase the engagement of my students. Just wrote a grant for flexible seating to work towards this goal! #tnedchat
  • FinkTeach Jan 16 @ 8:19 PM EST
    Can easily consume you! Amazing resources. #tnedchat
    In reply to @trnholmes, @asmithfield
  • JeniferEoff Jan 16 @ 8:20 PM EST
    #TNedchat Use Insight Survey results, feedback from teachers, principal AND students!
    In reply to @McQueenCandice
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:20 PM EST
    We shouldn't be afraid to ask our peers and students how we can get better. We ask that of our students everyday! #tnedchat
    • oodlesofteach Jan 16 @ 8:19 PM EST
      A2. I seek feedback from my peers, my students, and I have started reflecting through a journal. #tnedchat
  • asmithfield Jan 16 @ 8:20 PM EST
    Truth! Kids will always keep it real and give you honest feedback! #tnedchat
    In reply to @AskMrBell
  • trnholmes Jan 16 @ 8:21 PM EST
    Thank you #tnedchat
    In reply to @McQueenCandice
  • cathypetreebeck Jan 16 @ 8:21 PM EST
    Peer feedback is invaluable! We can learn so much from each other! #tnedchat
    • mbatson3 Jan 16 @ 8:19 PM EST
      A2: self reflection; peer feedback; evaluation post conversations; teacher survey #TNedchat
      • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:14 PM EST
        Q2: Thinking about your role as a whole, how do you determine your areas for growth to improve as an educator? #TNedchat
  • SpanishEagles Jan 16 @ 8:21 PM EST
    Hope you don’t mind a Texan joining this chat! I love what I have seen of Tennessee by the way! #TNedchat
  • mike_stein33 Jan 16 @ 8:21 PM EST
    A2 I need to provide more clearer learning targets for my students, assign LESS homework, and show more of my personal side in the classroom #TNedChat
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:21 PM EST
    Yep. We are ultimately serving the students, why not ask them about their experiences? #TnEdChat
    In reply to @juliedavisEDU
  • jennajdavis Jan 16 @ 8:21 PM EST
    A2: You took the words right out of my mouth! #TNedchat
    In reply to @lindseyhagan
  • christieamburn Jan 16 @ 8:21 PM EST
    A2: Review data, engage stakeholders, and solicit feedback from peers/supervisors to determine what I can do to make the biggest difference for ALL students. #TNedchat
    In reply to @McQueenCandice
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:21 PM EST
    #Perspective2018 #tnedchat
    In reply to @Gregbagby
  • AleciaHiggFord Jan 16 @ 8:21 PM EST
    Love this! Have learned so much from trusted, growth-minded colleagues in Nashville. Find educators to challenge you and take risks with 👍🏼@Ed_Cooperative and @ProjectLITComm #tnedchat
    In reply to @joelbezaire, @Ed_Cooperative, @Ed_Cooperative, @ProjectLITComm
  • ataylorSDHS Jan 16 @ 8:21 PM EST
    A2: I like to think about my long-term goals and choose something I can work on over time and another area I can work on now and see immediate results for me and my students. #tnedchat
  • oodlesofteach Jan 16 @ 8:22 PM EST
    Not only does it help me better my practice, but it is a model for my students to see that feedback isn't negative & it is helpful. #TNedchat
    • cmr41193 Jan 16 @ 8:19 PM EST
      feed back from students is very important! #TNedchat
      In reply to @oodlesofteach
  • JacobDunn Jan 16 @ 8:22 PM EST
    So true, the most authentic feedback is the ones you will get from your students! Sometimes they even make it hurt, which is the best form of reflection. #TNedchat
    In reply to @asmithfield, @AskMrBell
  • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:22 PM EST
    Peer feedback is both energizing and sometimes scary...but always a growth moment. Glad you are creating transparency! #TNedchat
    • asmithfield Jan 16 @ 8:19 PM EST
      A2 As a librarian, I work with everyone! I ask my literacy coach and other teachers to watch me teach and give me feedback...not formal eval, but for my own professional growth! And my students will always give me feedback! 😉#tnedchat
  • MrsWilksWorld Jan 16 @ 8:22 PM EST
    A2: I am so fortunate to work with an amazing group on my 4th grade team! We constantly talk & share our ideas/concerns for growth! My gut tells me a lot too; my data confirms what I think, and then I go from there! #TNedchat
    • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:14 PM EST
      Q2: Thinking about your role as a whole, how do you determine your areas for growth to improve as an educator? #TNedchat
  • BryantBtcs Jan 16 @ 8:22 PM EST
    #TNedchat A2-Reflecting on students’ work/performance helps me determine what improvements I need to make in instruction.
    In reply to @McQueenCandice
  • cathypetreebeck Jan 16 @ 8:22 PM EST
    T is for Texas T is for Tennessee 🎶🎶🎶 Robert Earl Keen #tnedchat
    • SpanishEagles Jan 16 @ 8:21 PM EST
      Hope you don’t mind a Texan joining this chat! I love what I have seen of Tennessee by the way! #TNedchat
  • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:22 PM EST
    Q3: What have been the most effective professional learning opportunities you’ve pursued or completed? #TNedchat
  • DFBeasley Jan 16 @ 8:23 PM EST
    And invite others to view your teaching and offer feedback #tnedchat
    In reply to @juliedavisEDU, @Gregbagby
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:23 PM EST
    RT Q3 #tnedchat
    • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:22 PM EST
      Q3: What have been the most effective professional learning opportunities you’ve pursued or completed? #TNedchat
  • WhitenerSara Jan 16 @ 8:23 PM EST
    A2) Honest self-talk + feedback from others (Ss, Ts, parents, admin) is key. Open up the doors to my room and invite others in, always. Self-motivate and seek out opps to continue improving practice! #tnedchat
  • smithstrws Jan 16 @ 8:23 PM EST
    SO important to listen to your gut! #TNEdChat
    • MrsWilksWorld Jan 16 @ 8:22 PM EST
      A2: I am so fortunate to work with an amazing group on my 4th grade team! We constantly talk & share our ideas/concerns for growth! My gut tells me a lot too; my data confirms what I think, and then I go from there! #TNedchat
      • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:14 PM EST
        Q2: Thinking about your role as a whole, how do you determine your areas for growth to improve as an educator? #TNedchat
  • cybraryman1 Jan 16 @ 8:23 PM EST
    A2 My Pineapple Charts page https://t.co/21CRRyYZm6 Employ this technique and get feedback from your fellow faculty & administrators. Also get feedback from students to improve your techniques. #tnedchat
  • effortfuleduktr Jan 16 @ 8:23 PM EST
    A3 - Twitter and blogging...outside of my M. Ed. coursework. Keeps me current, accountable, and reflective. #TnEdChat
    • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:22 PM EST
      Q3: What have been the most effective professional learning opportunities you’ve pursued or completed? #TNedchat
  • tntechgal Jan 16 @ 8:24 PM EST
    welcome!! Texas (State Dept) gained my fav CTE gal, Heather Justice...she's great! #tnedchat
    In reply to @SpanishEagles
  • FinkTeach Jan 16 @ 8:24 PM EST
    A2 Maintaining myself in learning mode always leads to inquiry. My needs are always morphing! #tnedchat
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:24 PM EST
    I am a big fan and biased about #edcampgigcity in Chattanooga but I also gain much from #ISTE and #FETC but my biggest source of growth is TWITTER #tnedchat
  • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:24 PM EST
    Yes! We should be growing as much or more as our students every day! #alwayslearning #TnEdChat
    • BryantBtcs Jan 16 @ 8:22 PM EST
      #TNedchat A2-Reflecting on students’ work/performance helps me determine what improvements I need to make in instruction.
      In reply to @McQueenCandice
  • hollowayreader Jan 16 @ 8:24 PM EST
    A2: I often consider what I’m hesitant to tackle or uncomfortable with and realize that is the area I need to improve #tnedchat
  • DFBeasley Jan 16 @ 8:24 PM EST
    #tnedchat National Board Certification was the most amazing experience of reflection and growth
    In reply to @juliedavisEDU
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:24 PM EST
    same. #tnedchat
    In reply to @hollowayreader
  • JacobDunn Jan 16 @ 8:24 PM EST
    A3) Edcamps! I love the choice and you get to learn from experts who are in the trenches. #tnedchat
  • amyfsmythe Jan 16 @ 8:24 PM EST
    Q3: Project Zero was very effective b/c of the method to help and guide students to think, getting those thoughts expressed #tnedchat
  • cathypetreebeck Jan 16 @ 8:24 PM EST
    I love edcamps! We just hosted an administrative edcamp for surrounding districts. It was a big success and great day of learning from each other. #tnedchat
    • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:22 PM EST
      Q3: What have been the most effective professional learning opportunities you’ve pursued or completed? #TNedchat
  • MaryAvans1 Jan 16 @ 8:24 PM EST
    A3: the ones I chose for myself based on what I knew I needed- such as #GAFE #TNedchat
  • brittanyhrr Jan 16 @ 8:24 PM EST
    A3: Mozilla Fest 2017 in London. #tnedchat
  • joelbezaire Jan 16 @ 8:24 PM EST
    A3: Twitter Math Camp: @TmathC and The Educator’s Cooperative: @Ed_Cooperative https://t.co/uOsb23H8TP #TNEdChat
    • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:22 PM EST
      Q3: What have been the most effective professional learning opportunities you’ve pursued or completed? #TNedchat
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:25 PM EST
    A3) EdCamps as well as #CoffeeEdu have allowed me to grow as well as State tech conferences and district @McREL Admin training. #TnEdChat
  • cmr41193 Jan 16 @ 8:25 PM EST
    A3: a few by @pefchattanooga STEM Fellows for one that pushed my thinking and instruction #TNedchat
  • smithstrws Jan 16 @ 8:25 PM EST
    A3 As a tech coach, attending conferences like ISTE and edcamp have been SO helpful. Also, Twitter is an invaluable PLN tool! I love networking and getting ideas & best practices from around the globe! #TNEdChat
  • Ed_Cooperative Jan 16 @ 8:25 PM EST
    Greg O'Loughlin, 6th Grade in Nashville. A2 - I like to invite teachers into my classroom for more frequent observation and feedback. Sometimes I'm looking for specific feedback on an instructional goal and other times, less formal - helps me stay aware of my blindspots #tnedchat
    In reply to @McQueenCandice
  • brittanyhrr Jan 16 @ 8:25 PM EST
    A3: Leadership Fellows through PEF. #tnedchat
  • MeriKock Jan 16 @ 8:25 PM EST
    A3: I attended a @hgse_profed last summer put on by @MSavitzRomer regarding post-secondary success that was AMAZING! #TNedchat
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:25 PM EST
    Are you coming to #edcampgigcity this saturday in Chattanooga? https://t.co/BmdW2Bb7Qe #tnedchat
    In reply to @JacobDunn
  • SpanishEagles Jan 16 @ 8:25 PM EST
    A3: hands down Twitter and TFLA conferences. With Twitter I’m always up to date with some good books! #TnEdChat
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:25 PM EST
    Uh.. someone needs to share. #TnEdChat
    In reply to @brittanyhrr
  • mike_stein33 Jan 16 @ 8:25 PM EST
    A3 My roles as a TNCore Coach and as a @HopeStreetGroup state teacher fellow have both been EXCELLENT PD. Also, presenting at and attending #LEAD2017 was an amazing experience! #TNedChat
  • amyfsmythe Jan 16 @ 8:25 PM EST
    A3: Project Zero was very effective b/c of the method to help and guide students to think, getting those thoughts expressed #tnedchat
  • lindseyhagan Jan 16 @ 8:25 PM EST
    A3: Leadership Fellows @pefchattanooga and Tennessee Educator Fellowship @SCORE4schools #tnedchat
  • WhitenerSara Jan 16 @ 8:26 PM EST
    A3) National ed conferences with self-selected learning, local leadership pipeline programs, school-based leadership opportunities. All 3 levels are relevant - range from big picture to self-reflection. All helped shape my teaching/leadership! #tnedchat
  • BelAire_Bees Jan 16 @ 8:26 PM EST
    A2 Working with staff to explore weaknesses & listening wholeheartedly. Also striving to embrace new ideas. #TNedchat
  • JDouttChilders Jan 16 @ 8:26 PM EST
    A3. This year I attended a fantastic conference, TETC, and got so many great ideas. I am also working on the Micro-Credentials Pilot for the second year - I love the individual learning! #tnedchat
  • AprilEbbinger Jan 16 @ 8:26 PM EST
    #TnEdChat A3: We need more content specific training within sped fields (SLP, sped teachers, school psychs). I have loved how devoted @Joanna_Bivins has been trying to reach all corners of our state with training for school psychs! She can’t do it alone though! We need more!!
  • cmr41193 Jan 16 @ 8:26 PM EST
    A3: also @TPreneurCHA which helped @brittanyhrr and I form @thepassage423 which bring Professional learning opportunities to families home #TNedchat
  • cooper1503 Jan 16 @ 8:26 PM EST
    A3 CHOICE --> Online #PLN Lipscomb #Spark, Content Specific for Arts (Regional and State Association Meetings and Performances), #DitchSummit, #BookStudies #tnedchat
  • oodlesofteach Jan 16 @ 8:26 PM EST
    A3. Twitter Chats, Edcamps, & collaborative PLCS (not lead by one person, must be a group effort) #tnedchat
  • Amanda_Arnold77 Jan 16 @ 8:26 PM EST
    A3: A Framework for Poverty, TN Hope Street Group, and Worksheets Don’t Grow Dendrites have been my favorite PD opportunities. #TNedchat
  • 1DanLawson Jan 16 @ 8:26 PM EST
    A3 probably three-five tweetchats a week...home based, free, I have NEVER attempted a follow-up without immediate assistance, continuity of program... #tnedchat
  • effortfuleduktr Jan 16 @ 8:26 PM EST
    A3 - Also, @researchED_US is a great conference for learning...no fads, no gimmicks. Just evidenced practices that apply to the classroom. #TnEdChat
  • PapaJohnCagle Jan 16 @ 8:26 PM EST
    #TnEdchat A3: the best professional learning opportunities I’ve ever been through had one of two things: they were led by peers, or they INVOLVED students. I would STRONGLY encourage any school to get the viewpoints of their ultimate “customers”—their students!
    In reply to @McQueenCandice
  • beldridge85 Jan 16 @ 8:26 PM EST
    Q3 EdCamps have become my favorite and most useful. Teacher-driven conversations where you can see what’s going on in your teacher community. I led a session on block scheduling that I learned lots as he facilitator. #tnedchat
    In reply to @McQueenCandice
  • mrsdavick Jan 16 @ 8:26 PM EST
    A2: I see a lot of people asking students, peers, admin for feedback. Anyone brave enough to ask parents? (I don't think I am) #TnEdChat
  • jarredamato Jan 16 @ 8:26 PM EST
    Jarred, jumping in late to tonight’s #TNedchat. Grateful for @SCORE4Schools & @HSG_TN fellowships as well as the ongoing support from @ncte & @ProjectLITComm families.
  • AskMrBell Jan 16 @ 8:26 PM EST
    A3: • working with my department peers to workshop ideas • learning with @TNedu assessment committees • teamwork with @EdReports #tnedchat
    • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:22 PM EST
      Q3: What have been the most effective professional learning opportunities you’ve pursued or completed? #TNedchat
  • MrB_DoesMath Jan 16 @ 8:26 PM EST
    A3: The math twitter blog-o-sphere or #MTBoS no doubt. I learn something new every day from it. It is such a supportive and honest community #iTeachMath #tnedchat
  • MrBolding Jan 16 @ 8:26 PM EST
    A2) I found with competing initiatives to increase alignment & avoid initiative fatigue it was important for me to align my areas for growth w/S targets, Content area foci, District goals,w/ the standards & TEAM Rubric as a foundation #tnedchat #DualScreens #30TabsOpenOnLaptop 😬
  • MsB_MEd Jan 16 @ 8:26 PM EST
    A2: I identify my areas of growth through: self-reflection, surveying my students each quarter, and inviting observation + conversation about what others see in my classroom! #TNedchat
  • MeriKock Jan 16 @ 8:26 PM EST
    Currently in the @vupeabody EdD K-12 Education Leadership and Policy program. Working my tail off but learning so much! #TNedchat
  • smithstrws Jan 16 @ 8:26 PM EST
    TETC was fantastic this year! Best one yet! #TNEdChat
    • JDouttChilders Jan 16 @ 8:26 PM EST
      A3. This year I attended a fantastic conference, TETC, and got so many great ideas. I am also working on the Micro-Credentials Pilot for the second year - I love the individual learning! #tnedchat
  • jennajdavis Jan 16 @ 8:26 PM EST
    A3: Being around like minded individuals and learning from them- MNPS Teacher Leadership Institute and currently as a @SCORE4Schools #edfellow. I have definitely learned to get out of my comfort zone and work on strengthening my skills #TNedchat
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:27 PM EST
    Yes... it seems as if my ExEd teachers get the leftovers and are an afterthought to many of the trainings for the other teachers. #TnEdChat
    • AprilEbbinger Jan 16 @ 8:26 PM EST
      #TnEdChat A3: We need more content specific training within sped fields (SLP, sped teachers, school psychs). I have loved how devoted @Joanna_Bivins has been trying to reach all corners of our state with training for school psychs! She can’t do it alone though! We need more!!
  • tribebiology Jan 16 @ 8:27 PM EST
    A3. I find the most value in PD that occurs over an extended period so that opportunities for collaboration, implementation, and reflection can occur. #tnedchat
  • mbatson3 Jan 16 @ 8:27 PM EST
    A3: I have a small group of peers from other schools that I collaborate with often; EdCamps; blogs; book studies; podcasts #TNedchat
    • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:22 PM EST
      Q3: What have been the most effective professional learning opportunities you’ve pursued or completed? #TNedchat
  • l_m_coleman Jan 16 @ 8:27 PM EST
    Our @mnps_el PLC this year has been really helpful, as it’s my first year with my ELL endorsement... I was nervous! But it has been an awesome challenge and I have learned a lot about best practices for all students. #tnedchat
    In reply to @McQueenCandice, @mnps_el
  • asmithfield Jan 16 @ 8:27 PM EST
    A3 So lucky to live in Nashville and have the best PD provided by @MNPSLibraries. Our PD model has a lot of choice for what I need help with! And, of course, my Twitter tribe helps tremendously #TNEdChat
  • FinkTeach Jan 16 @ 8:27 PM EST
    A2: Collaboration with others also helps to determine my PD path. Speaking of consider attending EdcampNash (free) https://t.co/3vrjEUb4F8 #tnedchat
  • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:27 PM EST
    Here is an observation based on your answers to Q3 - lots of LOVE for social media engagement! Shout out to #TnEdChat for leading in this area.
  • missfplunkett Jan 16 @ 8:27 PM EST
    A3: Joining the ISTE networks has been beneficial for me. I’m actively involved with @ISTESTEM. I’m also an EdCamp junkie and those have been life-changing. You have to take charge of your own personal growth. #tnedchat
  • christieamburn Jan 16 @ 8:27 PM EST
    Working with other administrators through formal & informal PD - I want to surround myself with admin who are being innovative & growing students; being a part of AsPIRE made a huge impact. #TNedchat
    In reply to @McQueenCandice
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:27 PM EST
    A3b I love my monthly #CHAedu #coffeeEDU meet ups. Totally organic and helpful to grow out of my school silo and hear voices of other area edus. #tnedchat
  • JacobDunn Jan 16 @ 8:27 PM EST
    I want to so bad, but unfortunately I have another engagement I have to attend. #tnedchat
    In reply to @juliedavisEDU
  • trnholmes Jan 16 @ 8:27 PM EST
    A3 Too many to list. 1.getting google cert level 1&2, working on trainer. 2. Getting ED.S 3. Reading books and watching videos about teaching in general. Not in that order. #tnedchat
  • tntechgal Jan 16 @ 8:28 PM EST
    A3: I can honestly say I learn something from everything I attend and/or try...online learning, dabbling w/new to me resources,conferences, MOOCs, edcamps, MicroCrendentials & Twitter - chats are my go to for PLN growth & instant feedback from around the world #TNedchat
    • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:22 PM EST
      Q3: What have been the most effective professional learning opportunities you’ve pursued or completed? #TNedchat
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:28 PM EST
    We will miss you! #tnedchat
    In reply to @JacobDunn
  • AliceBrowder Jan 16 @ 8:28 PM EST
    Participating in the @SCORE4Schools #edfellows program has been an amazing opportunity to learn and grow. I would highly recommend it! #TNedchat
    In reply to @McQueenCandice, @SCORE4Schools
  • MrPainterSGC Jan 16 @ 8:28 PM EST
    Foundation for Teaching Economics: Econ for Leaders. It revolutionized how I teach economics by introducing me to several simulations. This in turn inspired me to seek out more simulations. The kids love the hands on approach. Best thing is the PD is free. #TNedchat
    In reply to @McQueenCandice
  • cathypetreebeck Jan 16 @ 8:28 PM EST
    I like podcasts too! There are so many great ones to access now! #tnedchat
    • oodlesofteach Jan 16 @ 8:26 PM EST
      A3. Twitter Chats, Edcamps, & collaborative PLCS (not lead by one person, must be a group effort) #tnedchat
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:28 PM EST
    Great stuff @juliedavisEDU thanks Commissioner. :-) #TnEdChat
    • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:27 PM EST
      Here is an observation based on your answers to Q3 - lots of LOVE for social media engagement! Shout out to #TnEdChat for leading in this area.
  • oodlesofteach Jan 16 @ 8:28 PM EST
    Absolutely, plus the learning with @SCORE4Schools didn't stop at the end of the fellowship. I continue to learn from the experience and ongoing interactions with alumni and current fellows. #tnedchat
  • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:28 PM EST
    Yes, I would encourage your peers to take advantage to all of these ideas! #TnEdChat
    • AskMrBell Jan 16 @ 8:26 PM EST
      A3: • working with my department peers to workshop ideas • learning with @TNedu assessment committees • teamwork with @EdReports #tnedchat
      • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:22 PM EST
        Q3: What have been the most effective professional learning opportunities you’ve pursued or completed? #TNedchat
  • hollowayreader Jan 16 @ 8:28 PM EST
    A3: @pefchattanooga Leadership and STEM fellows @iste @edcampGigCity Any PD that has choice, voice, and active participation #tnedchat
  • drrusselldyer Jan 16 @ 8:28 PM EST
    A3 - @SolutionTree PLC conference and @aasa Personalized Learning cohort are two of my best PD sessions. Sitting down with fellow Directors at @toss conferences is fantastic as well to share ideas! We have great opportunities for PD in our state and always online! #tnedchat
  • JeniferEoff Jan 16 @ 8:28 PM EST
    #TNedchat As an AP, I have benefited greatly from observing teachers, students and leaders in action. It's one thing to sit and receive information, but a whole different level when you see it in action. Asking questions, engaging in conversation, seeing students learning...
    In reply to @McQueenCandice
  • ataylorSDHS Jan 16 @ 8:29 PM EST
    A3: @ncte always provides incredible PD. Some of the best opportunities have been inviting excellent teachers to complete low-stakes observations and provide feedback. I also love watching pros teach well. #tnedchat
  • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:29 PM EST
    We are almost out of time, but we have one final question. #TnEdChat
  • MsB_MEd Jan 16 @ 8:29 PM EST
    A3: Attending the @ncte annual convention each year is the most refreshing + empowering professional development. #TNedchat
  • amyfsmythe Jan 16 @ 8:29 PM EST
    A3: Online PD can be awesome! I love Twitter for PLN. #tnedchat
  • MrsWilksWorld Jan 16 @ 8:29 PM EST
    A3: podcasts, books, & following inspirational educators on twitter!! Also,my county @loudoncountysch does a fantastic job of encouraging fellow teachers to led PD! I learn more from other teachers than I do anything else! #TNedchat
    • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:22 PM EST
      Q3: What have been the most effective professional learning opportunities you’ve pursued or completed? #TNedchat
  • AleciaHiggFord Jan 16 @ 8:29 PM EST
    Q3: Challenging my assumptions about math @joboaler Challenging my assumptions about bias and race self study @chrisemdin #blacktwitter listen & learn! Challenging my assumptions about charter, private, public @Ed_Cooperative teacher cohort #forteachersbyteachers #TNedchat
    In reply to @McQueenCandice, @joboaler, @chrisemdin, @Ed_Cooperative
  • AlexKameen Jan 16 @ 8:29 PM EST
    The @ncte conference and community continues to be a powerful source of learning + inspiration throughout my career. #tnedchat
    • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:22 PM EST
      Q3: What have been the most effective professional learning opportunities you’ve pursued or completed? #TNedchat
  • tntechgal Jan 16 @ 8:29 PM EST
    love TETC!!! felt like I missed out bc I didn't get to attend this year :( #TNedchat
    In reply to @JDouttChilders
  • trnholmes Jan 16 @ 8:29 PM EST
    May try to make this! #tnedchat
    In reply to @FinkTeach
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:29 PM EST
    We missed you too #tnedchat
    In reply to @tntechgal, @JDouttChilders
  • edcampGigCity Jan 16 @ 8:30 PM EST
    #TnEdChat Come learn with us.
  • mike_stein33 Jan 16 @ 8:30 PM EST
    A3 I'm excited to explore #microcredentials as a form of PD. I haven't dipped my toes into that water yet, though. #TNedChat
  • mrsdavick Jan 16 @ 8:30 PM EST
    A3: I've been working through Jo Boaler's Mathematical Mindset class from https://t.co/obzFzCcoP4. It has been really good! #TNedchat
  • MaryAvans1 Jan 16 @ 8:30 PM EST
    A3: Twitter is the most accessible PD when you need it! #TNedchat
  • FinkTeach Jan 16 @ 8:30 PM EST
    A3: Week long institutes are the best. Totally immersed with 20 educators. I’ve attended tech & content Institutes, hands down best learning. #tnedchat
  • smithstrws Jan 16 @ 8:30 PM EST
    #Truth #TNEdChat
  • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:30 PM EST
    Q4: You are some of our most engaged and inspiring educators in TN. Wondering: How can we encourage more of our best and brightest students to pursue a career as an educator and follow your lead? #TNedchat
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:30 PM EST
    RT Q4 #tnedchat
    • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:30 PM EST
      Q4: You are some of our most engaged and inspiring educators in TN. Wondering: How can we encourage more of our best and brightest students to pursue a career as an educator and follow your lead? #TNedchat
  • mrsdavick Jan 16 @ 8:31 PM EST
    #TNedchat I've picked up lots of great ideas from @edcampGigCity in the last couple of years!
  • WhitenerSara Jan 16 @ 8:31 PM EST
    A3) Leadership fellows @pefchattanooga was the best leadership training. Taught me to present, lead, and think! #tnedchat
  • DeeIbdulJackson Jan 16 @ 8:31 PM EST
    A friend just asked me to pick-up a person who I can barely stand...PLUS, the roads are icy and dangerous. My response... #tnedchat 'cory booker' 'dr. ronny jackson' #inners #tuesdaymotivation
  • MsB_MEd Jan 16 @ 8:31 PM EST
    A3: Collaborating across grades + positions in the school with peers like @jtmoorelibrary @JTM_IB + @AlexKameen offers great professional development on a daily basis! #TNedchat
  • chris_tenbarge Jan 16 @ 8:31 PM EST
    A3: Any conversation anywhere.. edcamps are the best and I hope to see many of you in Chattanooga! #tnedchat That said, being a part of the innovator program gave me an opportunity to invest in the myself. I wish we had more opportunities like it.
  • tntechgal Jan 16 @ 8:32 PM EST
    woot woot! We have a fabulous chat group with excellent mods! I always leave this chat w/ inspiration & knowledge! #tnedchat
    • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:27 PM EST
      Here is an observation based on your answers to Q3 - lots of LOVE for social media engagement! Shout out to #TnEdChat for leading in this area.
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:32 PM EST
    We have to give them opportunities to know what it is like to teach (even the youngest). Create collaboration, creative ways for them to share what they know. Empower them to teach others. Give them the bug! #tnedchat
    • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:30 PM EST
      Q4: You are some of our most engaged and inspiring educators in TN. Wondering: How can we encourage more of our best and brightest students to pursue a career as an educator and follow your lead? #TNedchat
  • Ed_Cooperative Jan 16 @ 8:32 PM EST
    Also #EdCampNash - Saturday, Feb 24 at University School of Nashville #TnEdChat
    In reply to @JacobDunn
  • tntechgal Jan 16 @ 8:32 PM EST
    I would love to live closer and join! #TNedchat
    In reply to @juliedavisEDU
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:32 PM EST
    Shortsightedness is that a word... that's what I'm thinking. #TnEdChat
    In reply to @AprilEbbinger
  • FinkTeach Jan 16 @ 8:32 PM EST
    Please do! Excited to finally get an EdCamp in Nashville. #tnedchat
    In reply to @trnholmes
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:32 PM EST
    And I can attest, you are an AMAZING teacher! #tnedchat
    In reply to @DFBeasley
  • SpanishEagles Jan 16 @ 8:32 PM EST
    A4: you have to be passionate about teaching. It’s contagious. Greater pay would be beneficial, too. #tnedchat
  • mrsdavick Jan 16 @ 8:32 PM EST
    Yes! I find so many helpful, useful things from great teachers on Twitter! #TnEdChat
  • tribebiology Jan 16 @ 8:33 PM EST
    A4. Student engagement is vital! Disrupting class and providing students meaningful and relevant learning experiences can drive interest in learning as well as in the field of education! #tnedchat
  • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:33 PM EST
    This is a must! We ask our inaugural @TNedu parent advisory group for feedback and it is incredibly value. #TNedchat
    • mrsdavick Jan 16 @ 8:26 PM EST
      A2: I see a lot of people asking students, peers, admin for feedback. Anyone brave enough to ask parents? (I don't think I am) #TnEdChat
  • DFBeasley Jan 16 @ 8:33 PM EST
    #tnedchat educators can be the best advertisers for our profession by honestly discussing the hard parts but also the best aspects of the job and the amazing support networks available to push each of us to grow.
    In reply to @McQueenCandice
  • drrusselldyer Jan 16 @ 8:33 PM EST
    A4 - We can start by promoting teaching as a career at our own school career fairs. We promote so many other professions, but too often we don't have our own career at the fair. Start early and promote often! #tnedchat
  • smithstrws Jan 16 @ 8:33 PM EST
    A4 We should encourage them at younger ages to teach and share with others. They may be students, but they have so much knowledge to give. Start them early with a love of teaching & learning. #TNEdChat
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:33 PM EST
    A4) Both of my kids are great students and they want to be teachers because teachers have inspired them to be amazing. Lets continue to inspire. #TnEdChat
  • cmr41193 Jan 16 @ 8:33 PM EST
    A4: giving them opportunity to experience is the best way. student teaching doesn't have to begin in college. This allows them to see what might be their career #TNedchat
  • cathypetreebeck Jan 16 @ 8:33 PM EST
    #tnedchat We need to talk often to students encouraging them to go into teaching as a viable and rewarding career. A4
    • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:30 PM EST
      Q4: You are some of our most engaged and inspiring educators in TN. Wondering: How can we encourage more of our best and brightest students to pursue a career as an educator and follow your lead? #TNedchat
  • MeriKock Jan 16 @ 8:33 PM EST
    A4: I’ve worked in two very different districts in TN and neither of them put a strong emphasis on an education-related elective focus pathway. If we don’t encourage our own profession, how do we expect students to find it themselves? #TnEdChat
  • MsB_MEd Jan 16 @ 8:33 PM EST
    A4: I think positioning teaching as a highly-esteemed profession AND offering more competitive compensation are the only solutions to the National Teacher shortage. #TNedchat
  • StenaMeadows Jan 16 @ 8:33 PM EST
    Tennessee Agriculture teachers utilize the TAAE Teach Ag Campaign to help recruit potential students. #TeachAg #TNedchat @Teach_Ag
    In reply to @McQueenCandice, @Teach_Ag
  • JDouttChilders Jan 16 @ 8:33 PM EST
    A4. Be positive about teaching and learning. Show that you love it! Teachers who are negative about the profession will not inspire the next generation of teachers. #tnedchat
  • hollowayreader Jan 16 @ 8:34 PM EST
    A4: invite them to talk with Ts, shadow a teacher, edu meet and greet, show how this profession is filled with passion and purpose #tnedchat
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:34 PM EST
    Thanks for sharing...#TnEdChat
    In reply to @FinkTeach
  • PapaJohnCagle Jan 16 @ 8:34 PM EST
    #TnEdchat A4: Awesome question! I think we have to take it upon ourselves to reach out & spread the GOOD NEWS of being an educator! Speak to teacher prep programs, get your system to implement the Teaching as a Profession POS, start Future Teacher Clubs.
    In reply to @McQueenCandice
  • WhitenerSara Jan 16 @ 8:34 PM EST
    A4) Continue partnerships between colleges, communities, and public schools. The sooner potential Ts are in the classroom and with Ss, the sooner they realize the demands + the rewards of the job. Support from all levels is key to hiring / retention of the best. #tnedchat
  • AprilEbbinger Jan 16 @ 8:34 PM EST
    #TnEdChat A4: I knew teaching was my path when I joined FTA in high school. We volunteered at the next door elementary, and I knew I found my gift. We need strong, active FTA organizations with strong teachers as leaders.
  • BelAire_Bees Jan 16 @ 8:34 PM EST
    A4 Make connections with students that make a difference. Letting them that teachers truly change lives. #TNedchat
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:34 PM EST
    Thank you @McQueenCandice for leading us tonight! Make sure you follow others here and join us next week for another addition of #tnedchat
  • joelbezaire Jan 16 @ 8:34 PM EST
    Nashville hosting it’s first @EdcampUSA in February for those local to us or those that can’t make @edcampGigCity Get free tix here: https://t.co/WOqFh94pZA #EdCampNash #TNedchat
  • STEMatTheHill Jan 16 @ 8:35 PM EST
    #tnedchat A3: I use the leadership component of my CTSO. Had a student interested 3 years ago and its an awesome opportunity for my students to work with their State Director.
    In reply to @McQueenCandice
  • MsB_MEd Jan 16 @ 8:35 PM EST
    A4: I think positioning teaching as a highly-esteemed profession AND offering more competitive compensation are the only solutions to the national teacher shortage. #TNedchat
  • mbatson3 Jan 16 @ 8:35 PM EST
    A4: teachers must stop posting negative memes and comments on social media even if just trying to be funny. Respect for the profession starts with us! We must promote the positive! More support for new teachers #tnedchat
    • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:30 PM EST
      Q4: You are some of our most engaged and inspiring educators in TN. Wondering: How can we encourage more of our best and brightest students to pursue a career as an educator and follow your lead? #TNedchat
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:35 PM EST
    An amazing chat with @McQueenCandice. Thank you for your time. Thank you all #TnEdCHat
  • joelbezaire Jan 16 @ 8:35 PM EST
    A4: Strong partnerships and mentoring programs with established schools/teachers from early on. #TNedchat
  • WhitenerSara Jan 16 @ 8:35 PM EST
    So true! If you dislike teaching, not sure why you’re still around? Only positive Pams allowed...#tnedchat
    In reply to @JDouttChilders
  • smithstrws Jan 16 @ 8:35 PM EST
    Great #TNEdChat tonight! Thanks @McQueenCandice for the thought provoking questions!
  • Dale_Chu Jan 16 @ 8:35 PM EST
    Loved seeing @McQueenCandice moderating tonight’s chat. Leading by example! #TNedchat @TNedu
  • brittanyhrr Jan 16 @ 8:35 PM EST
    A4: By making a positive impact with each student. Bring the classroom to them! @thepassage423 @cmr41193 #tnedchat
  • asmithfield Jan 16 @ 8:35 PM EST
    A4 There are still many misconceptions about teaching as a profession...so I think some “real talk” at the middle and high school level would be helpful! FTA in high school really helped me! #TNedchat
  • AskMrBell Jan 16 @ 8:35 PM EST
    A4: • encourage legislators to fully fund education in TN and avoid unfunded mandates • support and trust teachers as they experiment and innovate • lessen the number of initiatives and focus on a singular vision • elevate the conversation around education #tnedchat
    • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:30 PM EST
      Q4: You are some of our most engaged and inspiring educators in TN. Wondering: How can we encourage more of our best and brightest students to pursue a career as an educator and follow your lead? #TNedchat
  • cathypetreebeck Jan 16 @ 8:36 PM EST
    #TNedchat Thank you @McQueenCandice for a great chat tonight!
  • cmr41193 Jan 16 @ 8:36 PM EST
    So True!! #TNedchat
  • tnstudent Jan 16 @ 8:36 PM EST
    Thanks for a great first #tnedchat, @juliedavisedu. We'll be back next week.
    In reply to @juliedavisEDU, @McQueenCandice, @juliedavisEDU
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:36 PM EST
    Here is the advance challenge for folks like @CoachStone12 and @nathan_stevens #TnEdChat
  • chris_tenbarge Jan 16 @ 8:36 PM EST
    A4: Young people need to see teaching as a passion project. A chance to improve their community. They need to see the paths we take with the goal of effecting change.. not getting an admin cert or higher pay. #tnedchat
  • beldridge85 Jan 16 @ 8:36 PM EST
    A4 Build PASSION! #tnedchat
    In reply to @McQueenCandice
  • lindseyhagan Jan 16 @ 8:36 PM EST
    A4: Use your power to EMPOWER Ss. Plant the seed, build their confidence, teach goal setting, and be a role model. #tnedchat
  • trnholmes Jan 16 @ 8:36 PM EST
    A4. Sad but true, pay is important and most reject to due to that. Also loss of respect for teaching turns off Ss. Lastly, education is slow to change with the times as today's Ss are very different from earlier generations.#tnedchat
  • tntechgal Jan 16 @ 8:36 PM EST
    A4: build relationships, change pedagogy to meet the needs of Ss, always smile & be the motivation you want to inspire...I was blessed w/great teachers who inspired me #tnedchat
    • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:30 PM EST
      Q4: You are some of our most engaged and inspiring educators in TN. Wondering: How can we encourage more of our best and brightest students to pursue a career as an educator and follow your lead? #TNedchat
  • christieamburn Jan 16 @ 8:36 PM EST
    Yes! Why blast your own profession on social media!?! #TNedchat
    In reply to @mbatson3
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:36 PM EST
    As you know @Gregbagby is setting the bar higher for #tnedchat - check out this week's challenge!
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:36 PM EST
    Was Mrs. Ramser still in charge of FTA... that's what did it for me also. #TnEdChat
    In reply to @AprilEbbinger
  • FinkTeach Jan 16 @ 8:36 PM EST
    Absolutely! Been a while since I’ve done a chat. Totally like riding a bike. This was my 1st #tnedchat I’ll be back!
    In reply to @Gregbagby
  • JacobDunn Jan 16 @ 8:36 PM EST
    A4) Continuing to inspire lifelong learning. #TNedchat
  • nathan_stevens Jan 16 @ 8:36 PM EST
    Oooooo now we are talking #tnedchat
    In reply to @Gregbagby, @CoachStone12
  • 1DanLawson Jan 16 @ 8:37 PM EST
    A4 no one damages the public perception of education as an educator not satisfied with the work, conditions, pay, etc. EXPECT them to get in and row or get OUT and find fulfillment! Not an easy gig. #TooImportantForAverage #tnedchat
  • SpanishEagles Jan 16 @ 8:37 PM EST
    Gracias! I always take something from twitter chats! Stay warm, amigos! #tnedchat
  • oodlesofteach Jan 16 @ 8:37 PM EST
    A4. Tell (brag) to students about all the awesome parts of teaching they don't see. An Instagram message from an adult student thanking you, chatting with the TN Commissioner of Education, setting up your own classroom, seeing the lightbulb come on! #tnedchat
  • KCline_Edu Jan 16 @ 8:37 PM EST
    A4: First, students must have engaging, positive and high quality teachers throughout their K12 setting. Second, more open student loan forgiveness programs. Third, Continune to raise teacher pay. Fourth, Continued support from Governor and TDOE staff. #TNedchat
  • MrsWilksWorld Jan 16 @ 8:37 PM EST
    A4: hmm.. this is a good one! With so many competing ways to earn a living, we have to show them from day one in PreK or K what a game-changing profession this is!! Model, connect, change lives! We have to do something that sets us apart from the rest! #TNedchat
    • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:30 PM EST
      Q4: You are some of our most engaged and inspiring educators in TN. Wondering: How can we encourage more of our best and brightest students to pursue a career as an educator and follow your lead? #TNedchat
  • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:37 PM EST
    Wonderful ideas! Completely agree. We are showing leadership at @TNedu promoting our own profession beginning next week with #TeachTodayTN tour. #TnEdChat
  • MrB_DoesMath Jan 16 @ 8:37 PM EST
    A4: INSPIRE. Do new things in the classroom. Do cool things in the classroom. Show students that teaching is not this one thing in a box you have to do in one way. #TnEdChat
  • cooper1503 Jan 16 @ 8:38 PM EST
    A4 Allow opportunities for precollegiate job based learning for Jr./Sr. Promote teaching at the State Level using law makers, state officials, and public Tn figures. Repition of a positiove message makes a difference. Show value through promotion/advertising #tnedchat
  • tntechgal Jan 16 @ 8:38 PM EST
    I agree! passion & enthusiasm are contagious!! #TNedchat
    In reply to @SpanishEagles
  • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:38 PM EST
    Thanks for letting me join in on the discussion! I always learn so much when I get to engage with educators and I enjoyed talking with you all tonight! #TNedchat
  • lj_mayberry Jan 16 @ 8:38 PM EST
    Another great chat this evening using the hashtag #TNedchat 😃 #scschat
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:38 PM EST
    Love the hashtag... If only Dr. Dan were a little closer to home. :-) #TnEdChat
    • 1DanLawson Jan 16 @ 8:37 PM EST
      A4 no one damages the public perception of education as an educator not satisfied with the work, conditions, pay, etc. EXPECT them to get in and row or get OUT and find fulfillment! Not an easy gig. #TooImportantForAverage #tnedchat
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:38 PM EST
    A4b Be someone that students want to be! Grumpy teachers don't make me want to be a teacher...passionate, engaging, knowledgable and relational teachers do! #tnedchat
  • JacobDunn Jan 16 @ 8:38 PM EST
    I may can make that one. I am directly between #edcampgigcity and #edcampnash I will for sure put it on my list. #TNedchat
    In reply to @joelbezaire
  • tntechgal Jan 16 @ 8:38 PM EST
    eeekkk! So excited to see you on here! #TNedchat
    In reply to @StenaMeadows, @McQueenCandice, @Teach_Ag
  • WhitenerSara Jan 16 @ 8:38 PM EST
    Yes! Mentoring programs that are flexible and well-suited to all involved...honest, beneficial - not one more thing to check off on a list. #tnedchat
    In reply to @joelbezaire
  • asmithfield Jan 16 @ 8:38 PM EST
    Northeast High School? #TNEdChat
    In reply to @Gregbagby, @AprilEbbinger
  • AleciaHiggFord Jan 16 @ 8:39 PM EST
    I have to agree. It’s such an important job! Compensation to attract top notch candidates, growth opps so they can stay. If we’re shooting for the moon, let’s manage resources to support teachers more effectively, like planning time, PLCs, PD, class size. #TNedchat
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:39 PM EST
    Oh YES!!! #TnEdChat
    In reply to @asmithfield, @AprilEbbinger
  • CinnamonDr Jan 16 @ 8:39 PM EST
    Providing choice, ensuring that PL is embedded with ongoing support, UDL, etc. #TNedchat
    In reply to @McQueenCandice
  • jennajdavis Jan 16 @ 8:39 PM EST
    A4: Relationships and respect go a long way, no matter the age of the child. The educators I had that I admire were the ones who saw students as people and not just a body in the room #tnedchat
  • MrBolding Jan 16 @ 8:39 PM EST
    A4) I wonder if we can learn from @UNCF 's "I'm Your Dividend Campaign" in part Ts could share how the profession doesn't continue w/o our Ss...imagine a world w/o Doctors, Lawyers, Engineers, Therapists, HVAC Technicians and the profession list goes on... #TnEdChat
  • AliceBrowder Jan 16 @ 8:39 PM EST
    We as educators must talk of the positives of our profession. No more of the “you have so much potential, you can do better than teaching” comments (I know we all heard these as a student!). There is no greater way to positively make a difference than teaching! #TNedchat
    In reply to @McQueenCandice
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:39 PM EST
    Would love to have you! #tnedchat
    In reply to @trnholmes
  • jarredamato Jan 16 @ 8:40 PM EST
    We’ve got to make sure all students have a positive school experience by empowering our current educators to do what they know is best. #TNEdChat
    • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:30 PM EST
      Q4: You are some of our most engaged and inspiring educators in TN. Wondering: How can we encourage more of our best and brightest students to pursue a career as an educator and follow your lead? #TNedchat
  • asmithfield Jan 16 @ 8:40 PM EST
    Me, too! Love Mrs.R. Class of 1990! #TNEdChat
    In reply to @Gregbagby, @AprilEbbinger
  • tntechgal Jan 16 @ 8:40 PM EST
    Hello #TNCTE tweep! Love seeing the CTSO and leadership connection! #tnedchat
    In reply to @STEMatTheHill, @McQueenCandice
  • HolyGirl22 Jan 16 @ 8:40 PM EST
    A4: We must provide Ss with wonderful experiences in school in order to foster their desire to do what we do and do it better! #tnedchat
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:40 PM EST
    Dear Tennessee Educators, You are amazing, you inspire me. Go and inspire your students. Greg #TnEdCHat
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:40 PM EST
    @sdavick created an awesome flip grid to share with students what it is like to be a teacher. She's asking all our teachers to participate their voice. #tnedchat
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:40 PM EST
    Soooo Amanda I was in '89 #TnEdChat
    In reply to @asmithfield, @AprilEbbinger
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:41 PM EST
    FYI I love @Flipgrid #TnEdCHat
    In reply to @juliedavisEDU, @sdavick, @Flipgrid
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:42 PM EST
    Welcome... so we are out. :-( #TnEdChat
    • MeriKock Jan 16 @ 8:42 PM EST
      Sorry, missed this part. I’m Meri Kock , school counselor, checking in from Spring Hill, TN.
      In reply to @Gregbagby
  • jarredamato Jan 16 @ 8:42 PM EST
    Thank you! Hope you can stop by tomorrow’s #ProjectLITchat to share some book recs! #TNEdChat 📚💙
    In reply to @McQueenCandice
  • cooper1503 Jan 16 @ 8:43 PM EST
    Thanks #tnedchat and @McQueenCandicefor another great chat! If we value TN Ts and the work they do everyday with our Ss, we have to shout it from the rooftops regularly. Our shortcomings are so often magnified we have to make sure the positives are as well.
  • asmithfield Jan 16 @ 8:43 PM EST
    That makes 4 Northeast High School Grads including @McQueenCandice participating in #TNedchat!
    In reply to @Gregbagby, @AprilEbbinger, @McQueenCandice
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:43 PM EST
    Me too! It's going to be integrated in #edcampgigcity thanks to @aoewill #tnedchat
    In reply to @Gregbagby, @sdavick, @Flipgrid, @aoewill
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:44 PM EST
    IKR... @1DanLawson called it High Achievers High in previous chats. #TnEdChat. You should chat with us more often. :-)
    In reply to @asmithfield, @AprilEbbinger, @McQueenCandice, @1DanLawson
  • AleciaHiggFord Jan 16 @ 8:44 PM EST
    LOVE the work! LOVE my students! That why we should keep pushing to make it the best learning experience we can provide for them. #tnedchat
    In reply to @1DanLawson
  • Dustinhensley12 Jan 16 @ 8:45 PM EST
    Q3: Meeting with leaders from across the country in the @XQAmerica Super School cohort has opened my eyes to such great strategies and innovation and has made me a much better educator. #TNEdchat #RethinkHighSchool
    In reply to @McQueenCandice, @XQAmerica
  • STEMatTheHill Jan 16 @ 8:45 PM EST
    #TNedchat A4: I have to continue building my CTSO leaders and better illustrating my process to my Ss. After State Conference I see my student leaders will turning to my SkillsUSA chapter and setting the stage for growth. This will let me ID Ss who enjoy the education process.
    In reply to @McQueenCandice
  • tntechgal Jan 16 @ 8:45 PM EST
    Hope to see you on here again! #TNedchat
    In reply to @SpanishEagles
  • AliceBrowder Jan 16 @ 8:45 PM EST
    I know I always say it but....#ourcommishrocks! Love that our leader takes the time to moderate a twitter chat. #tnedchat
    • McQueenCandice Jan 16 @ 8:38 PM EST
      Thanks for letting me join in on the discussion! I always learn so much when I get to engage with educators and I enjoyed talking with you all tonight! #TNedchat
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:46 PM EST
    Why yes... yes she does. #TnEdChat
    In reply to @AliceBrowder
  • trnholmes Jan 16 @ 8:46 PM EST
    I signed up for @Flipgrid , need to try it out. #tnedchat
    In reply to @juliedavisEDU, @Gregbagby, @sdavick, @Flipgrid, @aoewill, @Flipgrid
  • EduGladiators Jan 16 @ 8:46 PM EST
    ⚖️ Join #EduGladiators SATURDAY as we explore Restorative Justice practices w/our friend @Demetrius_Ball moderating! 🎁 Invite a friend for a chance to win free swag!🙌🏾 #TEDEdChat #2PencilChat #divergEd #k12prchat #Nced #NJed #TNedchat #scichat
  • MrBolding Jan 16 @ 8:47 PM EST
    @McQueenCandice is #CommissionerGoals ever the consummate professional w/ an equally awesome team that always represents! This chat is glorious! #tnedchat
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:48 PM EST
    Yes. It is ultra cool. #TnEdChat
    In reply to @trnholmes, @juliedavisEDU, @sdavick, @Flipgrid, @aoewill
  • cmr41193 Jan 16 @ 8:48 PM EST
    Most innovative learning I have ever experienced! #mozfest2017 #TNedchat
  • ataylorSDHS Jan 16 @ 8:49 PM EST
    Q4: I believe a simple conversation goes a long way. Many kids would love to hear a teacher say, "You would be a great educator; have you thought about the field?" Teachers need to speak life to future teachers. #tnedchat
  • mgrosstaylor Jan 16 @ 8:52 PM EST
    A4: When we are passionate about what we do & take pride in our work, it’s contagious! If we want to continue to encourage Ss to become teachers, we have to stay positive & share the rewards of shaping the future in a format millennials can relate too! #TnEdChat
    In reply to @McQueenCandice
  • Gregbagby - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:54 PM EST
    Hi Marleana... is the head of Brentwood Academy on twitter? would love their insights in a chat. :-) #TnEdCHat
    In reply to @mgrosstaylor, @McQueenCandice
  • mgrosstaylor Jan 16 @ 8:54 PM EST
    Hey friend! Not sure. #TnEdChat
    In reply to @Gregbagby, @McQueenCandice
  • BryantBtcs Jan 16 @ 8:56 PM EST
    #TNEdChat A4-Stop the negative! Collaborate, support, encourage...and (my son, a current teacher candidate says) money. For me, a 30+ veteran...How do we get communities to value education, and their teachers? Feeling respected and appreciated goes a long way.
    In reply to @McQueenCandice
  • MrsWilksWorld Jan 16 @ 8:57 PM EST
    Y'all..love the fact that I can interact & communicate with other educators as well as our state ed commissioner @McQueenCandice on a SNOW day!! These people are amazing! Can't read all the tweets fast enough! #TNedchat
  • mgrosstaylor Jan 16 @ 8:58 PM EST
    A3: Effective PD starts with Ts/Ldr mindset. No one is beyond growth. We have to enter PD hungry for ways to improve our practice. Next, always great idea to have Ts lead PD as much as possible. Finally, we can learn from Ss. Having Ss lead PD sessions is awesome! #TnEdChat
    In reply to @McQueenCandice
  • juliedavisEDU - Moderator Jan 16 @ 8:58 PM EST
    #TNEdChat join us next week (1/23/18) for "The Benefits and Struggles of Cooperative Learning"