#NT2T Archive

This Twitter chat is dedicated to those educators who are new to Twitter. Join them each Saturday morning at 9am EST for a weekly discussion.

Saturday November 12, 2016
9:00 AM EST

  • robynvictorious Nov 12 @ 9:00 AM EST
    #NT2t #UNIDSM Robyn CB from IA here (library) - just lurking 2day 4topic (pertinent 4 class) - still in post US election results mourning
  • JKatzaman Nov 12 @ 9:00 AM EST
    Joining #NT2t from Maryland with a Twitter and education article popping up in five minutes.
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:00 AM EST
    Welcome to #Nt2t! Our topic is “Making the World Flat for our Students” Questions for the chat are here & on the photo cards.
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:01 AM EST
    Today @stephwurking will be moderating. Tip: open a new column (in Tweetdeck) or a new browser window to follow our moderator #nt2t
    In reply to @stephwurking
  • jpsteltz Nov 12 @ 9:01 AM EST
    Hi #NT2t John, Lit Coach, #OnWisconsin
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:01 AM EST
    GM Jim! #nt2t
    In reply to @JKatzaman
  • JKatzaman Nov 12 @ 9:02 AM EST
    Hi, Stephan. It's nice to let someone else do the driving. #NT2t
    In reply to @stephwurking
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:02 AM EST
    Hello Robyn, sorry to hear you're in mourning about that. @EoinLenihan and I were just talking about that. #nt2t
    In reply to @robynvictorious, @EoinLenihan
  • naghma_khn Nov 12 @ 9:02 AM EST
    Long time #nt2t
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:02 AM EST
    Hey Jim! Good morning! #NT2t
    In reply to @JKatzaman
  • cmgideon Nov 12 @ 9:02 AM EST
    Hello! Colleen, in Bartlett TN. Special education inclusion teacher #nt2t
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:02 AM EST
    We will be using Q1, A1, Q2, A2 (question 1/answer 1) format. Please respond to each question like A1, A2, etc & include our hashtag #nt2t
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:03 AM EST
    Morning Robyn! Still mourning here too! #NT2t
    In reply to @robynvictorious
  • JKatzaman Nov 12 @ 9:03 AM EST
    Hi, Julie. #NT2t
    In reply to @shyj
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:03 AM EST
    Hello John, glad you could make it. #nt2t
    In reply to @jpsteltz
  • PranSang Nov 12 @ 9:03 AM EST
    Hey Stephan good evening #nt2t
  • JessicaStacey25 Nov 12 @ 9:03 AM EST
    When I read your post I just read it as "LIT" coach...you know..in that real loud excited voice!?! #nt2t
    In reply to @jpsteltz
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:03 AM EST
    Confused? Need some help? Tweet @stephwurking @hturk139 or @shyj #NT2t
    In reply to @stephwurking, @hturk139, @shyj
  • mtmeireles Nov 12 @ 9:03 AM EST
    Good morning all, Melissa from New York. #nt2t
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:03 AM EST
    Julie, co-founder of #NT2t from Missouri USA. Fav place to vacation so far....Italy. #NT2t
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:03 AM EST
    Hehe, hope you're buckled up! #nt2t
    In reply to @JKatzaman
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:04 AM EST
    Please introduce yourself, tell us where you are from, your role, and your favorite vacation destination. #NT2t
  • brianrozinsky Nov 12 @ 9:04 AM EST
    Good morning, #nt2t (or good whatever-time-of-day-it-is-where-you-are). I'm Brian. I teach MS Ss Eng in CO.
  • CaseyCottrell15 Nov 12 @ 9:04 AM EST
    Hi there! Casey from Detroit, I use to work in advertising and quit to be a teacher! Excited to learn from you all! #NT2t
  • mtartaro Nov 12 @ 9:04 AM EST
    Marc, Technology Integration Specialist. Cobb County, GA #nt2t @gracyroxanne
    In reply to @gracyroxanne
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:04 AM EST
    Hello Naghma! It's great to see you again! Hope all is well. #NT2t
    In reply to @naghma_khn
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:04 AM EST
    Hello Colleen. Join right in! #nt2t
    In reply to @cmgideon
  • NVandenAbeele Nov 12 @ 9:04 AM EST
    #NT2T has a fairly easy way of working: inlcude the hasthag in every tweet, and use A1, A2 etc. to reply to Q1, Q2, etc. #edchat
  • JKatzaman Nov 12 @ 9:05 AM EST
    The Trouble With @twitter in #Education https://t.co/KYnKl9AHBc #NT2t via @crowley_mike
    In reply to @twitter, @crowley_mike
  • clcsimon Nov 12 @ 9:05 AM EST
    Simon here from UK - dipping in and out! #nt2t
    In reply to @stephwurking
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:05 AM EST
    Good morning Colleen! Always a pleasure to have you here! #NT2t
    In reply to @cmgideon
  • callmemrmorris Nov 12 @ 9:05 AM EST
    Matthew Morris, educator from Toronto. #nt2t
  • JessicaStacey25 Nov 12 @ 9:05 AM EST
    Good morning all! Jessica, 6th science T from AL! Let's do this! #nt2t
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:05 AM EST
    Hey Pranav! Always an honor to have you with us! #NT2t
    In reply to @PranSang
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:06 AM EST
    Good morning John! Where in WI are you from? I am originally from Hales Corners - suburb of Milw. #NT2t
    In reply to @jpsteltz
  • clcsimon Nov 12 @ 9:07 AM EST
    Hi Julie, hope you're well! I'll be dipping in and out today! #NT2t
    In reply to @shyj
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:07 AM EST
    Good morning to you Melissa! Hope your weekend is off to a good start. #NT2t
    In reply to @mtmeireles
  • PranSang Nov 12 @ 9:07 AM EST
    Hey Stephan and Julie joining in from Mumbai India, co-founder of #INZPirED and fav holiday destination are many but London & Goa #nt2t
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:07 AM EST
    Hey Simon! No shopping this afternoon? #NT2t
    In reply to @clcsimon
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:08 AM EST
    Hey Brian! I have definitely learned a lot about time zones! #NT2t
    In reply to @brianrozinsky
  • jpsteltz Nov 12 @ 9:08 AM EST
    Good morning. Seymour, near GB & Appleton. ELA teacher for 20 yrs @ Seymour HS, currently in my 1st yr as Lit Coach @ De Pere HS #NT2t
    In reply to @shyj
  • PranSang Nov 12 @ 9:09 AM EST
    Quite the opposite always an honor to join you Julie @shyj #NT2t
    In reply to @shyj
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:09 AM EST
    Good evening to you @Pranav. How is life treating you? #nt2t
    In reply to @PranSang, @pranav
  • makkahd1 Nov 12 @ 9:09 AM EST
    Good morning, #nt2t! I am a student studying secondary edu and math! I hope to gain some insightful knowledge about my 1st yr of teaching.
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:09 AM EST
    Welcome to #NT2t and to teaching @CaseyCottrell15 ! You will find we are an amaxing, supportive group!
    In reply to @CaseyCottrell15
    • CaseyCottrell15 Nov 12 @ 9:04 AM EST
      Hi there! Casey from Detroit, I use to work in advertising and quit to be a teacher! Excited to learn from you all! #NT2t
  • butterfli820 Nov 12 @ 9:09 AM EST
    Good morning! Saying hello for a minute before I head out to my local tech chapter board meeting! :) #nt2t
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:09 AM EST
    Hey Marc! Good morning friend! #NT2t
    In reply to @mtartaro, @gracyroxanne
  • butterfli820 Nov 12 @ 9:10 AM EST
    #nt2t is a great chat!
    In reply to @makkahd1
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:10 AM EST
    Hey Nico! Thanks for joining us today! #NT2t
    In reply to @NVandenAbeele
  • massignmenthelp Nov 12 @ 9:10 AM EST
  • AssignmentHelpN Nov 12 @ 9:10 AM EST
    Benefits of Blended Learning https://t.co/tIu7gO7Mbn #catholicedchat #Nt2t
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:10 AM EST
    Good morning Matthew! Always great to have you join us! #NT2t
    In reply to @callmemrmorris
  • Francine_Bee Nov 12 @ 9:10 AM EST
    Hello from Niagara Falls, Canada - volunteer #ESL mentor - vacation anywhere with warm ocean water & great snorkelling 😎#nt2t
  • callmemrmorris Nov 12 @ 9:11 AM EST
    Thanks, Julie! Looking forward to the convo! #NT2t
    In reply to @shyj
  • clcsimon Nov 12 @ 9:11 AM EST
    Hey Nico, hope you're well! #NT2t
    In reply to @shyj, @NVandenAbeele
  • butterfli820 Nov 12 @ 9:11 AM EST
    I'm very excited to be guest moderating this chat next week! :) #nt2t
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:11 AM EST
    Q1: Ts from all over the world are using Twitter. What might be some reasons to build your PLN and connect globally? #NT2t
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:11 AM EST
    Well I know where that is! Always fun to have another Wisconsonian in our chat! #NT2t
    In reply to @jpsteltz
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:11 AM EST
    Awwww..... #NT2t
    In reply to @PranSang
  • JKatzaman Nov 12 @ 9:11 AM EST
    A1 The farther you can spread your network, the greater variety you'll be exposed to in expertise and opinions. #NT2t
  • mtmeireles Nov 12 @ 9:11 AM EST
    A1: Learn what’s going on in other classrooms, find great resources, and collaborate with others #nt2t
  • brianrozinsky Nov 12 @ 9:11 AM EST
    Hi, Makkah. These feel like heady times for gaining knowledge, which raises subsequent challenge of sifting that knowledge! #nt2t
    In reply to @makkahd1
  • callmemrmorris Nov 12 @ 9:11 AM EST
    connecting outside of your community is great for capacity building. #nt2t
    In reply to @stephwurking
  • avaughnteacher Nov 12 @ 9:11 AM EST
    Good morning all. Back after 3-week hiatus. #NT2t
  • callmemrmorris Nov 12 @ 9:12 AM EST
    q1: Connecting globally allows Ts the opportunity 2 gain insight from alternative perspectives. Great way to inform prac #nt2t
    In reply to @stephwurking
  • NVandenAbeele Nov 12 @ 9:12 AM EST
    Yes, Simon & Julie. I am well & hope you too. Esp. looking forward to answering Q6 :-) #NT2T
    In reply to @clcsimon, @shyj
  • PranSang Nov 12 @ 9:12 AM EST
    doing great Stephan Thanx and yourself? #NT2t
    In reply to @stephwurking, @pranav
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:12 AM EST
    My apologies folks, I had a short internet connection issue. Couldn't uploaed the phot card for Q1. #nt2t
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:12 AM EST
    Q1: Ts from all over the world are using Twitter. What might be some reasons to build your PLN and connect globally? #NT2t
  • NVandenAbeele Nov 12 @ 9:13 AM EST
    #NT2T I truly hope that one day #NT2Teu will be reintroduced, as well ... cc @clcsimon
    In reply to @clcsimon
  • JessicaStacey25 Nov 12 @ 9:13 AM EST
    Jessica from AL, I forgot to mention that my fav vacation destination is pretty much anywhere on the water &/or with roller coasters! #nt2t
  • itsmeSpiri Nov 12 @ 9:13 AM EST
    Hi Good morning #nt2t friends Spiri from PA, a tad tardy 😩
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:13 AM EST
    Hey, Matthew, it's been a while. Thanks for dropping by. #nt2t
    In reply to @callmemrmorris
  • cmgideon Nov 12 @ 9:13 AM EST
    A1: get new ideas and share what you do! It's all about the kids and they deserve the best of what we can do #nt2t
  • Francine_Bee Nov 12 @ 9:13 AM EST
    A1 - because your students connect globally - relate to their world to better relate to their world #nt2t
  • cybraryman1 Nov 12 @ 9:13 AM EST
    A1 Twitter connects people globally to share ideas & learn from one another. My PLN page https://t.co/LN7N2jaFbv #nt2t
  • mtartaro Nov 12 @ 9:14 AM EST
    A1 - Global insight and world perspective! #nt2t
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:14 AM EST
    Yes, the usual hustle and bustle, but all good.#nt2t
    In reply to @PranSang, @pranav
  • callmemrmorris Nov 12 @ 9:14 AM EST
    For sure Stephan. Looking forward to the convo this morning #nt2t
    In reply to @stephwurking
  • SteeleThoughts Nov 12 @ 9:14 AM EST
    We are better at what we do when we learn from those around us. My Twitter PLN provides energy, inspiration, and ideas! #nt2t
    • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:11 AM EST
      Q1: Ts from all over the world are using Twitter. What might be some reasons to build your PLN and connect globally? #NT2t
  • clcsimon Nov 12 @ 9:14 AM EST
    A1. Share best practice with other educators around the world - By being a connected, you are not hindered by distance. #NT2t
    In reply to @stephwurking
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:14 AM EST
    Those around us physically and virtually. Good tip. #nt2t
    In reply to @SteeleThoughts
  • jpsteltz Nov 12 @ 9:14 AM EST
    A1-I use twitter to connect with educators from around the world, sharing ideas and using ideas to improve my practice. #NT2t
  • avaughnteacher Nov 12 @ 9:15 AM EST
    A1: With classroom diversity on the rise, global tweeting is one more window into potential students' cultural heritage. #NT2t
  • callmemrmorris Nov 12 @ 9:15 AM EST
    A1: Gaining insight beyond your own community is another aspect of growing as a new teacher. Twitter convos r great for this #nt2t
    In reply to @shyj
  • itsmeSpiri Nov 12 @ 9:15 AM EST
    A1) There's no FUN in learning alone! Able to gain new perspective, new ideas, a better understanding and...make a new friend 😊 #nt2t
  • AmyLynnRever Nov 12 @ 9:15 AM EST
    Good morning, All! Amy from Michigan. Middle school band. #nt2t
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:15 AM EST
    No boundaries - physically or knowledge wise. #nt2t
    In reply to @clcsimon
  • brianrozinsky Nov 12 @ 9:16 AM EST
    A1 2 dynamics: Learning from diverse perspectives that prick my own bubble; benefitng from validation/support on worldwide scale. #nt2t
  • clcsimon Nov 12 @ 9:16 AM EST
    A1. By being a globally connected educator, you are ensuring you have a connected classroom that is socially integrated. #NT2t
    In reply to @stephwurking
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:16 AM EST
    Q2: How can u find/reach out to other eds & develop a global PLN,especially if they don’t have access to Twitter in their country? #NT2t
  • AmyLynnRever Nov 12 @ 9:16 AM EST
    Hello from one MI educator to another! :) #nt2t
    In reply to @CaseyCottrell15
  • clcsimon Nov 12 @ 9:17 AM EST
    #nt2t
    • teresagross625 Nov 12 @ 9:15 AM EST
      Collaborate and share ideas that you never thought possible!
      In reply to @stephwurking
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:17 AM EST
    @shyj is posting the cards but here's Q2: How can you find/reach out to other educators from around the world to develop a global PLN? #nt2t
    In reply to @shyj
  • JessicaStacey25 Nov 12 @ 9:17 AM EST
    A1. It helps to learn from other Ts outside of our "circle" plus there is so much to learn form other Ts that we can't "meet" #nt2t
  • jpsteltz Nov 12 @ 9:17 AM EST
    A1-Prof development & engaging discussions go far beyond walls of our buildings & conferences. Twitter is 1 medium to make that happen #NT2t
  • SteeleThoughts Nov 12 @ 9:17 AM EST
    A1: Learning without boundaries... the future of our learning... and that of our kids! #nt2t
  • AmyLynnRever Nov 12 @ 9:17 AM EST
    A1: New perspectives, voices, experiences, ideas all benefit our students. #nt2t
  • JessicaStacey25 Nov 12 @ 9:17 AM EST
    Love the socially integration!!! #nt2t
    • clcsimon Nov 12 @ 9:16 AM EST
      A1. By being a globally connected educator, you are ensuring you have a connected classroom that is socially integrated. #NT2t
      In reply to @stephwurking
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:17 AM EST
    Some key words there that need to be reflected on - social integration and global connection. #nt2t
    In reply to @clcsimon
  • robynvictorious Nov 12 @ 9:18 AM EST
    pls send me the transcript at the end of today 4 this chat discussion...zero interactions cuming thru here #nt2t
    In reply to @stephwurking, @EoinLenihan
  • JKatzaman Nov 12 @ 9:18 AM EST
    A2 Friend-of-a-friend connections can help build networks, getting contact info for those not on Twitter from those already on it. #NT2t
  • PranSang Nov 12 @ 9:18 AM EST
    A1: #NT2t a. Collaboration b. Cultural awareness n empathy c. Additional new resources d. Work opportunities for personal growth & many more
  • jpsteltz Nov 12 @ 9:18 AM EST
    The future is now, it is here with regard to learning w/out boundaries. #NT2t
    In reply to @SteeleThoughts
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:18 AM EST
    I see you like making yourself uncomfortable, sounds good. #nt2t
    In reply to @brianrozinsky
  • callmemrmorris Nov 12 @ 9:18 AM EST
    A2: I know this is old school, but there are countless articles that narrate the exp of diverse communities of learners #nt2t
    In reply to @shyj
  • itsmeSpiri Nov 12 @ 9:18 AM EST
    Hey Amy :) #nt2t
    In reply to @AmyLynnRever
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:19 AM EST
    For sure! What do you mean by zero interactions? #nt2t
    In reply to @robynvictorious, @EoinLenihan
  • AmyLynnRever Nov 12 @ 9:19 AM EST
    A2: I like to try and jump into chats from other countries when time zone diff allows. Have joined #nt2tEU, #ukedchat, #aussieed #nt2t
  • brianrozinsky Nov 12 @ 9:19 AM EST
    I'm pretty sure even discomfort has a zone of proximal development :) #nt2t
    In reply to @stephwurking
  • callmemrmorris Nov 12 @ 9:19 AM EST
    I would suggest that they need careful and intended reflection. Global connection is a slippery slope #nt2t
    In reply to @stephwurking, @clcsimon
  • clcsimon Nov 12 @ 9:19 AM EST
    A1. Enables you to reflect and question your own practice. Also give your students a global audience for their work #NT2t
    In reply to @stephwurking
  • makkahd1 Nov 12 @ 9:19 AM EST
    A2: Traveling and networking face-to-face is still a viable option. Attend teaching conferences abroad. #NT2t
  • AmyLynnRever Nov 12 @ 9:19 AM EST
    Good morning! #nt2t
    In reply to @itsmeSpiri
  • MrRussoRH Nov 12 @ 9:20 AM EST
    Good morning #nt2t friends! Todd from NY-sorry for my tardiness!
  • mjjohnson1216 Nov 12 @ 9:20 AM EST
    Great resource about Twitter chats https://t.co/GKgK2rdBVu #nt2t
  • avaughnteacher Nov 12 @ 9:20 AM EST
    A2: If a country doesn't have twitter does that mean they also don't have Internet access? I know, answering a Q with another Q. #NT2t
  • clcsimon Nov 12 @ 9:20 AM EST
    Totally agree Pranav! #nt2t
    • PranSang Nov 12 @ 9:18 AM EST
      A1: #NT2t a. Collaboration b. Cultural awareness n empathy c. Additional new resources d. Work opportunities for personal growth & many more
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:21 AM EST
    Q2: How can you find to other edus from around the world 2 develop a global PLN, esp.if they don’t have Twitter access? #NT2t
  • makkahd1 Nov 12 @ 9:21 AM EST
    I like the idea of students having a global audience. Learning to be active global citizens is important! #NT2t
    In reply to @clcsimon, @stephwurking
  • TTMobile_us Nov 12 @ 9:21 AM EST
    #nt2t is now trending in USA, ranking 33
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:21 AM EST
    Good morning Todd! We love tardiness because you are still here! #NT2t
    In reply to @MrRussoRH
  • robynvictorious Nov 12 @ 9:21 AM EST
    I am seeing nothing from #nt2t in either my cell phone Twitter or in table tweetdeck column
    In reply to @stephwurking, @EoinLenihan
  • JessicaStacey25 Nov 12 @ 9:21 AM EST
    I was thinking the exact same Q #nt2t
    In reply to @avaughnteacher
  • mjjohnson1216 Nov 12 @ 9:22 AM EST
    This is one of my fav resources to get connecting w/ Twitter users from every State in the Union. https://t.co/q4GKlHHzOr #nt2t
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:22 AM EST
    That's the point. We have to be careful and really understand what these terms mean to each of us #nt2t
    In reply to @callmemrmorris, @clcsimon
  • ArtLadyHBK Nov 12 @ 9:22 AM EST
    Good morning #nt2t I'm #artsed 5-8 Virginia
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:22 AM EST
    Actually no. I believe it is in China where Ts can gain access to Twitter only if they use a VPN connection. #NT2t
    • avaughnteacher Nov 12 @ 9:20 AM EST
      A2: If a country doesn't have twitter does that mean they also don't have Internet access? I know, answering a Q with another Q. #NT2t
  • MrRussoRH Nov 12 @ 9:22 AM EST
    A1:have so much to learn from one another-can't do so by limiting https://t.co/6QUH8Sll5l connections develop perspective&empathy. #nt2t
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:22 AM EST
    Good morning to you both! #NT2t
    In reply to @AmyLynnRever, @itsmeSpiri
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:23 AM EST
    If youre using a cell, type in #nt2t in the search bar to read the tweets. On Tweetdeck do the same.
    In reply to @robynvictorious, @EoinLenihan
  • itsmeSpiri Nov 12 @ 9:23 AM EST
    A2) Great question, I guess good old face 2 face, love making new friends, and staying in touch with them, via phone/skype #nt2t
  • mtartaro Nov 12 @ 9:23 AM EST
    A2 - Learn me! #nt2t
  • brianrozinsky Nov 12 @ 9:23 AM EST
    A2 Global events & orgs like these, among others: https://t.co/HYS8NgmWAf, https://t.co/UvMTDB7KB9, https://t.co/5SVgr53o1i #nt2t
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:23 AM EST
    Welcome to #nt2t Holly!
    In reply to @ArtLadyHBK
  • hturk139 - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:23 AM EST
    Good morning everyone! Daylight savings really will throw you off! Hannah Turk, co-mod and 1st grade teacher in Northern VA. #nt2t
  • clcsimon Nov 12 @ 9:23 AM EST
    A2. Education Twitter chats such as #nt2t are great places to connect with other educators.
    In reply to @stephwurking, @shyj
  • makkahd1 Nov 12 @ 9:23 AM EST
    Great question. If they have access to the internet (though not Twitter), there are other online networking platforms #NT2t
    In reply to @avaughnteacher
  • AmyLynnRever Nov 12 @ 9:23 AM EST
    Haha! Excellent use of a gif. :) #nt2t
    In reply to @mtartaro
  • mjjohnson1216 Nov 12 @ 9:23 AM EST
    A2. Another great idea to connect on Twitter https://t.co/C4F5v0bEA2 Twitter moments. #nt2t
  • RUtravellers Nov 12 @ 9:23 AM EST
    A2 - I see this Q as individuals or schools not having Twitter, not countries. #nt2t
    • avaughnteacher Nov 12 @ 9:20 AM EST
      A2: If a country doesn't have twitter does that mean they also don't have Internet access? I know, answering a Q with another Q. #NT2t
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:24 AM EST
    Q3: What value does connecting globally have for today’s students? #NT2t
  • ArtLadyHBK Nov 12 @ 9:24 AM EST
    Growing your #PLN is a wonderful way to learn best practices &understanding that ultimately benefit your students (+new buddies) A1 #nt2t
  • JessicaStacey25 Nov 12 @ 9:24 AM EST
    A2. If they have Internet access, Google Hangouts, e-mail, Skype, etc. There's also workshops & networking through others #nt2t
  • CHitch94 Nov 12 @ 9:24 AM EST
    A3) Get different perspectives and the understanding that not everyone sees & experiences things in the same way. #nt2t
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:24 AM EST
    Please do not spam our chat; it is rude @dignakomissaro4 #NT2t
    In reply to @dignakomissaro4
  • avaughnteacher Nov 12 @ 9:24 AM EST
    A2: Might be "old school" but amateur ("ham") radio used to be a way to communicate with other countries.#NT2t
  • hturk139 - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:24 AM EST
    You can also try refreshing your TweetDeck...that usually fixes it for me! #nt2t
    In reply to @robynvictorious, @stephwurking, @EoinLenihan
  • mtmeireles Nov 12 @ 9:24 AM EST
    A3: Students develop empathy for others around the world and can collaborate with others to learn new perspectives #nt2t
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:24 AM EST
    It's good to be a part of this. #nt2t
    In reply to @clcsimon, @shyj
  • robynvictorious Nov 12 @ 9:24 AM EST
  • CHitch94 Nov 12 @ 9:25 AM EST
    Popping in late due to making pancakes for fam. Chris from Bloomington, IN. Teach world history for online private HS. #nt2t
  • ArtLadyHBK Nov 12 @ 9:25 AM EST
    Ive connected to teachers through @instagram through hashtags and love the glimpse into their classrooms #nt2t a2
    In reply to @instagram
  • mjjohnson1216 Nov 12 @ 9:25 AM EST
    A3. Global Read Aloud is a yearly event that connects Ss and Ts https://t.co/Eu0tyQALRT #nt2t
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:25 AM EST
    Q3: What value does connecting globally have for today’s students? #NT2t #nt2t
  • Francine_Bee Nov 12 @ 9:25 AM EST
    A2 - when I travel I make a point to connect with other educators & learn from them - expand my knowledge #nt2t
  • AmyLynnRever Nov 12 @ 9:25 AM EST
    Sounds like a good reason to be late. :) #nt2t
    In reply to @CHitch94
  • brianrozinsky Nov 12 @ 9:25 AM EST
    A3 All those values we identified for Ts in Q1 & Q2 apply to Ss too. Also reveals to many how tech is for creating, not just consuming #nt2t
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:25 AM EST
    This is a great way to meet others from around the world. I look at chat's #s to find others to follow this way. #NT2t
  • PranSang Nov 12 @ 9:26 AM EST
    A2: if you don't hav Twtr access then affiliate with local international school institutions like @inBritish On Twtr join global chats #nt2t
    In reply to @inBritish
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:26 AM EST
    Have you been "enlightened" now? hehe #nt2t
    In reply to @mtartaro
  • hturk139 - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:26 AM EST
    A3: Ss are growing up in a world where you can't just know your neighborhood. Grow their 'pool' of knowledge and connect them abroad! #nt2t
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:27 AM EST
    You're making me hungry! thanks for coming. #nt2t
    In reply to @CHitch94
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:27 AM EST
    A2: I can't remember...does anyone know of a chat out of asia, think it started with #fl - don't rememeber! #NT2t
  • Francine_Bee Nov 12 @ 9:27 AM EST
    A3 - to give them a more balanced & tolerant world view than the incoming US President? #nt2t
  • ArtLadyHBK Nov 12 @ 9:27 AM EST
    Teaching in a diverse classroom-students speak 43 languages at home it's imperative to make global issues part of our conversations #nt2t a3
  • mjjohnson1216 Nov 12 @ 9:27 AM EST
    A3. How about 20 ways to connect globally? https://t.co/T7Jmr6iOaB #nt2t
  • clcsimon Nov 12 @ 9:27 AM EST
    A2. Lots of places to find other educators on Twitter e.g chats, blogs & other people's lists #NT2t https://t.co/Mp15jtDz49
    In reply to @stephwurking
  • JKatzaman Nov 12 @ 9:27 AM EST
    A3 Global connection for students and anyone else opens a vast range of cultures to them. By the way, they might already be connected. #NT2t
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:28 AM EST
    The biggest gain is getting sts to apply that "empathy" to the ppl closest to them - fam, friends, neighbors etc. #nt2t
    In reply to @mtmeireles
  • mjjohnson1216 Nov 12 @ 9:28 AM EST
    A3. Global lessons https://t.co/bBe0t0MDtm for elementary Ss #nt2t
  • itsmeSpiri Nov 12 @ 9:29 AM EST
    A3) Acceptance of others, compassion, empathy, relationships focused on love, kindness and understanding #BeKind #nt2t
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:29 AM EST
    Yes, we might be in for a surprise with how connected they already are and what they do to collaborate on social media. #nt2t
    In reply to @JKatzaman
  • mtmeireles Nov 12 @ 9:29 AM EST
    @stephwurking agreed! #nt2t
    In reply to @stephwurking
  • mjjohnson1216 Nov 12 @ 9:29 AM EST
    A3. I have used @diigo for many years and bookmark resources by tag so they are extremely easy to locate and share w/ educators #nt2t
    In reply to @diigo
  • clcsimon Nov 12 @ 9:30 AM EST
    A2. Facebook is another great platform for globally connecting with other educators #NT2t https://t.co/9q457kTTfg
    In reply to @stephwurking, @shyj
  • makkahd1 Nov 12 @ 9:30 AM EST
    A3: It builds understanding of interdependence of nations/peoples; reminding students that they have the ability to change the world. #NT2t
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:30 AM EST
    Woo-Hoo! We have a pre-service T joining us! Welcome to Twitter @makkahd1 Let's all welcome Makkah to the best profession ever! #NT2t
    • makkahd1 Nov 12 @ 9:09 AM EST
      Good morning, #nt2t! I am a student studying secondary edu and math! I hope to gain some insightful knowledge about my 1st yr of teaching.
  • jpsteltz Nov 12 @ 9:30 AM EST
    I might add that global connections validate our own best practice while providing support for healthy risk taking and vulnerability #NT2t
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:31 AM EST
    That gif has me singing a new mantra - thanks! #nt2t
    In reply to @itsmeSpiri
  • JKatzaman Nov 12 @ 9:31 AM EST
    Old joke: Father: It's time to talk about the birds and the bees. Son: OK, Dad. What do you want to know? #NT2t
    In reply to @stephwurking
  • ArtLadyHBK Nov 12 @ 9:31 AM EST
    Through global connections students gain empathy, understanding and open up opportunities for communication and collaboration a4 #nt2t
  • PranSang Nov 12 @ 9:31 AM EST
    #asiaEd #INZPirED #whatisschool are a few asian based chats Julie #NT2t
    In reply to @shyj
  • cmgideon Nov 12 @ 9:31 AM EST
    A3: many Ss have limited ability to travel. Connecting through twitter can open up new opportunities for learning #nt2t
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:31 AM EST
    A3: Kids need to understand the world in which we live.Connecting globlly builds empathy,compassion,& tolerance.Need this in our world #NT2t
  • hturk139 - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:32 AM EST
    Welcome to #nt2t, @makkahd1! We have a great community here, let us know if you need anything to get the most out of Twitter (and teaching!)
    In reply to @makkahd1
  • avaughnteacher Nov 12 @ 9:32 AM EST
    A3: Letting students experience that not all students have the same privileges they might have. #NT2t
  • itsmeSpiri Nov 12 @ 9:32 AM EST
    I think the actual line in the movie is "Have Courage, Be Kind" ...Love that line. SO simple to do :) #nt2t
    In reply to @stephwurking
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:32 AM EST
    Yeah, but there is another one that someone told me about during #NT2t that I can't recall. Been driving me crazy!
    In reply to @PranSang
  • makkahd1 Nov 12 @ 9:33 AM EST
    Thank you, Julie, for the incredibly warm welcome! I look forward to working alongside my future students to collaborate globally. #NT2t
    • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:30 AM EST
      Woo-Hoo! We have a pre-service T joining us! Welcome to Twitter @makkahd1 Let's all welcome Makkah to the best profession ever! #NT2t
      • makkahd1 Nov 12 @ 9:09 AM EST
        Good morning, #nt2t! I am a student studying secondary edu and math! I hope to gain some insightful knowledge about my 1st yr of teaching.
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:33 AM EST
    Seconding that motion! :) #nt2t
    In reply to @hturk139, @makkahd1
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:33 AM EST
    Oh goodness yes! This is especially important for US kids I think. THey have no clue how fortunate we are #NT2t
    In reply to @avaughnteacher
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:33 AM EST
    Which movie is it from? #nt2t
    In reply to @itsmeSpiri
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:34 AM EST
    Q4: What do you envision could happen in education as a result of global connections? Is it really worth the time and hassle? #NT2t
  • clcsimon Nov 12 @ 9:34 AM EST
    A2. Lots of ways to connect globally with other educators. Here are a few suggestions #NT2t >> https://t.co/R0LrusJDRY
    In reply to @shyj
  • brianrozinsky Nov 12 @ 9:34 AM EST
    True though 2-edged sword. E.G. See recent news in my community re 'alt-right' Internet presence https://t.co/W9LLftzeWD #nt2t
    In reply to @Francine_Bee
  • PranSang Nov 12 @ 9:34 AM EST
    A3: it will give them awareness to global challenges faced by different nations, empathy for other cultures & religion, intl exposure #nt2t
  • AmyLynnRever Nov 12 @ 9:34 AM EST
    Time to get the kiddo ready for gymnastics. Enjoy the weekend everybody! #nt2t
  • makkahd1 Nov 12 @ 9:34 AM EST
    Thank you, @hturk139! #NT2t
    In reply to @hturk139
    • hturk139 - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:32 AM EST
      Welcome to #nt2t, @makkahd1! We have a great community here, let us know if you need anything to get the most out of Twitter (and teaching!)
      In reply to @makkahd1
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:34 AM EST
    Absolutely love that you are starting your career off getting connected. So imp for new Ts! We are all here to support you! #NT2t
    In reply to @makkahd1
  • jpsteltz Nov 12 @ 9:34 AM EST
    A3-Connecting globally has tremendous value. While some want to build walls, our Ss must connect globally b/c they compete globally #NT2t
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:35 AM EST
    And undestanding why these "privileges" remain despite dirves to change that. #nt2t
    In reply to @avaughnteacher
  • JKatzaman Nov 12 @ 9:35 AM EST
    A4 A global connection will keep you on par with other schools who have already jumped on networking for teachers and students. #NT2t
  • TrendTopicsLa Nov 12 @ 9:35 AM EST
    País United States 1 Dear Liberals 2 #WhenIAmDownOnMyself 3 #SaturdayMorning 4 #WouldMakeMeFeelSafe 26 #nt2t
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:36 AM EST
    This is awesome! Thanks for sharing @clcsimon #NT2t
    In reply to @clcsimon
  • PranSang Nov 12 @ 9:36 AM EST
    @ashley hosts another on #edsg was it that? #NT2t
    In reply to @shyj, @ashley
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:36 AM EST
    Q4: What do you envision could happen in education as a result of global connections? Is it really worth the time and hassle? #NT2T
  • hturk139 - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:37 AM EST
    Awesome resource on how to connect globally across many different platforms! #nt2t #gccedu
  • hturk139 - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:37 AM EST
    A4: The possibilities are exciting and endless! People with ideas can find people with resources and change the world for the better! #nt2t
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:37 AM EST
    A4: I hope that connectng globlly cld build compassion & empathy between cultures & develop a wrld that respects each other & our diff #NT2t
  • PranSang Nov 12 @ 9:38 AM EST
    wow thanks Simon that pic articulates it so well #NT2t
    In reply to @clcsimon, @shyj
  • mjjohnson1216 Nov 12 @ 9:38 AM EST
    A4. Great resources to aid educators in learning more https://t.co/oSROiFRJes #nt2t
  • JessicaStacey25 Nov 12 @ 9:38 AM EST
    A4. Global cnctns, collaborations, global frndshps, a kinder world, the edctnl bar wld def be raised! It's def worth it & not a hassel #nt2t
    • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:34 AM EST
      Q4: What do you envision could happen in education as a result of global connections? Is it really worth the time and hassle? #NT2t
  • avaughnteacher Nov 12 @ 9:38 AM EST
    A4: At a minimum, education could benefit simply from seeing what is being taught elsewhere,and to what standards.#NT2t
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:39 AM EST
    No, I could swear it had an "f" in the hashtag. Whenever I remember I will shout it out in a post! 😂 #NT2t
    In reply to @PranSang, @ashley
  • mtartaro Nov 12 @ 9:39 AM EST
    A4 - The possibilities are literally limitless! #nt2t
  • jschwartzcen Nov 12 @ 9:39 AM EST
    A4: A global connection helps put small rural schools on the same foiting as larger city schools. That has been my experience. #nt2t
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:39 AM EST
    That is the downside - can be used for bad as well as good. Do we combat it or deal with it? #nt2t
    In reply to @brianrozinsky, @Francine_Bee
  • callmemrmorris Nov 12 @ 9:40 AM EST
    Q4: While I personally think that we need to worry about our own backyard first, global connections can build capacity #nt2t
    In reply to @stephwurking
  • MathFlashcards Nov 12 @ 9:40 AM EST
    Fearless Teaching: Failing Your Way To Success https://t.co/iFkgNbKmqQ #whatisschool #satchat #nt2t #bfc530
  • brianrozinsky Nov 12 @ 9:40 AM EST
    A4 You know how you sometimes have inspiring convos in staff rm at yr school? What if staff rm were global? #nt2t
  • CHitch94 Nov 12 @ 9:40 AM EST
    @jschwartzcen I think this is a really important point for a variety of reasons. #nt2t
    In reply to @jschwartzcen
    • jschwartzcen Nov 12 @ 9:39 AM EST
      A4: A global connection helps put small rural schools on the same foiting as larger city schools. That has been my experience. #nt2t
  • MrRussoRH Nov 12 @ 9:40 AM EST
    A4: understanding first hand how people from around the world live, global events, learning, etc. Perspective is always worth it!😊#nt2t
  • makkahd1 Nov 12 @ 9:40 AM EST
    A4: Peace has always & will always stem from dialogue and consideration of mutual support. Acquiring this skill early is paramount. #NT2t
  • clcsimon Nov 12 @ 9:40 AM EST
    @shyj Thanks Hannah 😊 #nt2t
    In reply to @hturk139, @shyj
  • jpsteltz Nov 12 @ 9:40 AM EST
    A4-While I don't see hassle, global connections are most certainly worth the time. #NT2t
  • mtmeireles Nov 12 @ 9:40 AM EST
    A4: Education could be improved by collaborating with others and creating better lessons for our students. Yes, it is worth it! #nt2t
  • PranSang Nov 12 @ 9:40 AM EST
    A4: #NT2t Global connections can make Education for All a reality, for Ss poorer countries can be taught by intl Ts thru GHO,Skype or MOOCs
  • clcsimon Nov 12 @ 9:40 AM EST
    Thanks Pranav 😊 #nt2t
    In reply to @PranSang, @shyj
  • JessicaStacey25 Nov 12 @ 9:41 AM EST
    I say make it work! I prsnly think the good out weighs the bad! #nt2t
    In reply to @stephwurking, @brianrozinsky, @Francine_Bee
  • brianrozinsky Nov 12 @ 9:41 AM EST
    A4.2 And if you *don't* yet have access to such convos, arguably even more important to stretch connections. #nt2t
    • brianrozinsky Nov 12 @ 9:40 AM EST
      A4 You know how you sometimes have inspiring convos in staff rm at yr school? What if staff rm were global? #nt2t
  • callmemrmorris Nov 12 @ 9:41 AM EST
    A4: When we consider global connections, we must think about how it will us and avoid that consistent & historical "savour" ideal #nt2t
  • itsmeSpiri Nov 12 @ 9:41 AM EST
    A4) Gosh, so much! A better understanding of the world we live in, compassion empathy, coming together to learn, grow, bond, assist #nt2t
  • jpsteltz Nov 12 @ 9:41 AM EST
    A4- Global connections push us to grow our understanding of our place within the context of the world.#NT2t
  • MsMensing Nov 12 @ 9:41 AM EST
    A4 Global connections expand learning from the confinement of the classroom to the entire world. #nt2t
  • PranSang Nov 12 @ 9:41 AM EST
    thanks for sharing Simon #NT2t
    In reply to @clcsimon, @shyj
  • Francine_Bee Nov 12 @ 9:41 AM EST
    Thanks for sharing this, but I still think knowledge empowers people, hopefully in the right direction more often than not #nt2t
  • clcsimon Nov 12 @ 9:41 AM EST
    You're welcome ☺ #nt2t
    In reply to @robynvictorious, @itsmeSpiri, @stephwurking, @shyj
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:41 AM EST
    A4: Also learning about next practices in education. Just read how Finland is going to stop teaching by isolated subjects #NT2t
  • JessicaStacey25 Nov 12 @ 9:42 AM EST
    I agree! There r some things that need to be addressed & monitored obviously, but if we agree to wrk on it, then it's great! #nt2t
    In reply to @jpsteltz
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:42 AM EST
    We have to develop a perspective that shows that what happens in another country can have an impact on our own #nt2t
    In reply to @callmemrmorris
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:43 AM EST
    Q5: What opportunities have u experienced b/c of ur global connections on Twiter? How has this influenced u as an educator? Your Ss? #NT2T
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:43 AM EST
    Oh my goodness, this would be so cool! Meet in the teacher's workroom with global friends every morning - like #bfc530 #NT2t
    • brianrozinsky Nov 12 @ 9:40 AM EST
      A4 You know how you sometimes have inspiring convos in staff rm at yr school? What if staff rm were global? #nt2t
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:43 AM EST
    Hilarious! #nt2t
    In reply to @mtartaro
  • JKatzaman Nov 12 @ 9:43 AM EST
    A5 You can't oversate the value of having simultaneous casual conversations among people in Asia, Australia, Europe, Africa and U.S. #NT2t
  • Francine_Bee Nov 12 @ 9:43 AM EST
    #nt2t well said :)
    • makkahd1 Nov 12 @ 9:40 AM EST
      A4: Peace has always & will always stem from dialogue and consideration of mutual support. Acquiring this skill early is paramount. #NT2t
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:43 AM EST
    Is the chat very active Ashley? #NT2t
    In reply to @ashley, @PranSang
  • brianrozinsky Nov 12 @ 9:43 AM EST
    Champion good. Push back on bad; shine light on it; shine even brighter light on good. #nt2t
    In reply to @JessicaStacey25, @stephwurking, @Francine_Bee
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:43 AM EST
    😂😂😂 Good one! #NT2t
    In reply to @avaughnteacher
  • PranSang Nov 12 @ 9:43 AM EST
    my bad thought you did and apologies to those who do #edsg #NT2t
    In reply to @ashley, @shyj
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:44 AM EST
    Q5: What opportunities have you experienced because of your global connections on Twitter? How has this influenced you/your students? #NT2T
  • jpsteltz Nov 12 @ 9:44 AM EST
    A5-Several yrs ago my class in WI was able to Skype with a class in CA. It was powerful. #NT2t
  • naghma_khn Nov 12 @ 9:44 AM EST
    things are good. Thanks :) it's just the time zone :( #nt2t
    In reply to @shyj
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:45 AM EST
    Our job as teachers is to let the good prevail. #nt2t
    In reply to @JessicaStacey25, @brianrozinsky, @Francine_Bee
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:45 AM EST
    Here is the article about Finland's new approach: : https://t.co/gWZOiguqN5#edchat #nt2t
  • CHitch94 Nov 12 @ 9:45 AM EST
    A5) I have gained resources & perspectives on events and resources that I wouldn't have had w/o those connections. #nt2t
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:46 AM EST
    Well we sure appreciate you being here! #nt2t
    In reply to @naghma_khn
  • jpsteltz Nov 12 @ 9:46 AM EST
    A5-Just over a week ago, I was able to connect with @stacyshughes and @MsClabo via twitter then collaborate via email and Voxer #NT2t
    In reply to @stacyshughes, @MsClabo
  • JessicaStacey25 Nov 12 @ 9:46 AM EST
    A3. S lrn about other cultures, collaboration, empathy, soft skills, & so much more #nt2t
  • mtmeireles Nov 12 @ 9:47 AM EST
    A5: I have learned about many resources that I could use in the classroom #nt2t
  • knolinfos Nov 12 @ 9:47 AM EST
  • cmgideon Nov 12 @ 9:47 AM EST
    I'm interested to see how this plays out. My Ss w disabilities could benefit from an overhaul like this #nt2t
    In reply to @shyj
  • JessicaStacey25 Nov 12 @ 9:47 AM EST
    A5. I am crntly waiting to hear back from another T @ another school to use Google Hangouts to pair our S 2gthr 2 collaborate #nt2t
  • PranSang Nov 12 @ 9:47 AM EST
    A5: I'm not an Edu T but global connts led me to co-found #INZPirED & hold offline events in collaboration with @askMsQ @RekhaPuriNYC #NT2t
    In reply to @askMsQ, @RekhaPuriNYC
  • knolinfos Nov 12 @ 9:47 AM EST
    Jumping in late, sorry ;) #NT2t
    In reply to @knolinfos
  • brianrozinsky Nov 12 @ 9:47 AM EST
    Agreed, Francine. Not reason to hide or withdraw, in person or online. Craves responses, though, vs. tacit, rueful nods. #nt2t
    In reply to @Francine_Bee
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:48 AM EST
    A5: Chatting with others globally helped to create #NT2t We started w/ tweeps from Brazil, USA, Ireland, and Canada! Great things happen!
  • makkahd1 Nov 12 @ 9:48 AM EST
    Sounds amazing! #NT2t
    In reply to @JessicaStacey25
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:49 AM EST
    That's good to hear. Would love to learn how to best connect w/ others globally. Ideas? #NT2t
    In reply to @ashley, @PranSang
  • hturk139 - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:49 AM EST
    A5: As a new T, it's hard to implement all the ideas I had in the 1st year. But it has helped ME tremendously! Encouragement is huge. #nt2t
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:49 AM EST
    I know! I will be folllowing. I love the idea! #NT2t
    In reply to @cmgideon
  • avaughnteacher Nov 12 @ 9:49 AM EST
    Finland "Physics" is the 1st subject listed as no longer a subject. Yikes! Maybe I could sweep floors there? #NT2t
    In reply to @shyj
  • jpsteltz Nov 12 @ 9:49 AM EST
    If EDUs and Ss can effectively collaborate globally and develop perspective, empathy, etc. Why can't our governments? #Nt2t #abitofftopic
  • timlriley Nov 12 @ 9:49 AM EST
    awesome chart #nt2t
    In reply to @clcsimon, @shyj
  • CHitch94 Nov 12 @ 9:50 AM EST
    It can be overwhelming with all the ideas and great strategies, even for a veteran teacher. :) #nt2t
    In reply to @hturk139
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:50 AM EST
    And study the physics behind it! 😂 #NT2t
    In reply to @avaughnteacher
  • PranSang Nov 12 @ 9:50 AM EST
    hey Naghma good evening #NT2t
    In reply to @naghma_khn, @shyj
  • knolinfos Nov 12 @ 9:50 AM EST
  • itsmeSpiri Nov 12 @ 9:50 AM EST
    A5) Ss identifying mountain ranges in US & now globally, fascinated with Everest & sherpas, want to know about them #nt2t
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:51 AM EST
    Q6: Brainstorm! What are some classroom ideas that you could pursue with Twitter friends from around the world? #NT2t
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:51 AM EST
    New T alert! Welcome @jess_educator and encourage Jess to "crack the egg" and create bio! #NT2t
    In reply to @jess_educator
  • NVandenAbeele Nov 12 @ 9:51 AM EST
    #nt2T A6 1st example: teaching #English phrasal verbs (teacher training Ss) with hashtag #BASOtoday (7 May 2015): discover grammar in use!
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:51 AM EST
    Thanks! #NT2t
    In reply to @PranSang, @ashley
  • JessicaStacey25 Nov 12 @ 9:51 AM EST
    I can't take the credit 4 the idea, my prncpl @SteeleThoughts came 2 me & askd me if I was interested & I got super excited! #nt2t
    In reply to @makkahd1, @SteeleThoughts
  • JKatzaman Nov 12 @ 9:51 AM EST
    A6 What cultural celebrations do you observe, and how could we adapt them for us? #NT2t
  • hturk139 - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:51 AM EST
    That's encouraging to hear Chris, nice to know that I'm not alone in feeling overwhelmed. So much to do, so little time! #nt2t
    In reply to @CHitch94
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:51 AM EST
    Q6: Brainstorm! What are some classroom ideas that you could pursue with Twitter friends from around the world? #NT2t
  • CHitch94 Nov 12 @ 9:52 AM EST
    A6) Have Ss in diff countries discuss what is in the news in both countries & discuss sims, differences, & WHY. #nt2t
  • mtartaro Nov 12 @ 9:52 AM EST
    A5 - Most notably, connections leading to global Skype sessions between classrooms. Amazing!! #nt2t
  • hturk139 - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:52 AM EST
    Heading out early today, not feeling so well. :/ Thanks for a great start to the weekend, as always! #nt2t
  • CHitch94 Nov 12 @ 9:52 AM EST
    A6) Have some internatl Ss in my online world hist course & it's always great to get their views on diff events. #nt2t
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:52 AM EST
    A6: Would love to have Ss read stories to each other & share understanding, especially something like fairy tales from their culture #NT2t
  • NVandenAbeele Nov 12 @ 9:53 AM EST
    #nT2T A6, 2nd example = a case of teaching Dutch writing skills, it was a code game ... using #mastercwvub to introduce the codes/topics.
  • PranSang Nov 12 @ 9:53 AM EST
    cause they are politicians ? #NT2t
    In reply to @jpsteltz
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:53 AM EST
    A6: What if each of us here recorded a message hope and inspiration with our students and sent it someone here, like a chain story? #nt2t
  • artsynihon Nov 12 @ 9:54 AM EST
    Little Giants , #bcphilly , Paul Finebaum , #nt2t , #BookRiotLive , #CollegeGameDay , #BeatBaylor , #TBHeartWalk
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:54 AM EST
    A6: What if classroom did a maker-space kind of thing? Same materials-build-share creations via Skype/Hangout? #NT2t
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:54 AM EST
    The mind does boggle! #nt2t
    In reply to @mtartaro
  • mtartaro Nov 12 @ 9:54 AM EST
    A6 - I have done Mystery Skypes on Geography with Tweeps and their classrooms #nt2t
  • JessicaStacey25 Nov 12 @ 9:54 AM EST
    A6. It's always refreshing 2 get new ideas on ways to teach a certain skill, topic, even classroom management! #nt2t
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:54 AM EST
    A6: What if Ss presented w/ global challenge & worked together to solve? #NT2t
  • itsmeSpiri Nov 12 @ 9:55 AM EST
    Thank you #nt2t friends, unfortunately I must bid adieu, Have a wonderful weekend :)
  • PranSang Nov 12 @ 9:55 AM EST
    connect w/ @KSThakral he was with the British School of Kathmandu's, Nepal #NT2t now he's with British School New Delhi
    In reply to @itsmeSpiri, @KSThakral
  • FarleyJeffrey Nov 12 @ 9:55 AM EST
    A6) What if we used Twitter to go backwards? I had a pen pal as a boy. Formative experience. Trade info & teach Ss to write letters. #NT2T
    • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:51 AM EST
      Q6: Brainstorm! What are some classroom ideas that you could pursue with Twitter friends from around the world? #NT2t
  • jpsteltz Nov 12 @ 9:55 AM EST
    true, but aren't some of the very students we are teaching today going to become politicians? ...#nt2t
    In reply to @PranSang
  • brianrozinsky Nov 12 @ 9:55 AM EST
    Made me think of 'exquisite corpse' writing. https://t.co/LOPzzV9xnr Have done in classrm, but could extend virtually. #nt2t
    In reply to @stephwurking
  • CHitch94 Nov 12 @ 9:55 AM EST
    Global PBL. Could be very powerful. Would have to ensure that both/all groups of Ss involved meaningfully. #nt2t
    In reply to @shyj
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:56 AM EST
    A6: Kids could also work on math probs together- neat way to share diff ways to solve a problem & thinking behind method. #NT2t
  • jpsteltz Nov 12 @ 9:56 AM EST
    If collaborating globally now maybe it will make a difference with our future politicians #nt2t
    In reply to @PranSang
  • CHitch94 Nov 12 @ 9:56 AM EST
    I think that would be great. Could also be cool to have shared blogging space. #nt2t
    In reply to @FarleyJeffrey
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:56 AM EST
    Would love to see this happen! Wish I was back in a classroom! #NT2t
    In reply to @CHitch94
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:56 AM EST
    So are you suggesting to have Twitter pals? #nt2t
    In reply to @FarleyJeffrey
  • brianrozinsky Nov 12 @ 9:57 AM EST
    A6 Given current design-thinking momentum: ID problem faced by 2 or more communities. Collaborate on creating solutions. #nt2t
  • PranSang Nov 12 @ 9:57 AM EST
    .@jpsteltz yes hopefully a better more united world like John Lennon's song Imagine. #NT2t
    In reply to @jpsteltz
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:57 AM EST
    Would love to figure out how to share value of Ts connecting in other cultures; have so much to lrn from each other #NT2t
    In reply to @ashley, @PranSang
  • itsmeSpiri Nov 12 @ 9:57 AM EST
    WOW!!! The Power of Twitter! I love it! Thank you so much, so appreciate this :) #nt2t
    In reply to @PranSang, @KSThakral
  • NVandenAbeele Nov 12 @ 9:57 AM EST
    (other good practice:) A6 Former colleague @RDauwens used #PedagS4 to make her lecture more interactive. #NT2T, successful experience!
    In reply to @RDauwens
  • PranSang Nov 12 @ 9:57 AM EST
    I'm so hoping for it #NT2t
    In reply to @jpsteltz
  • CHitch94 Nov 12 @ 9:57 AM EST
    Might also be eye opening to see how/when different concepts taught (age/grade level) around world. E. Green's book very good. #nt2t
    In reply to @shyj
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:58 AM EST
    Take action: Follow at least 3 tweeps from other parts of the world. Introduce them to our friends by including #NT2t in your post.
  • makkahd1 Nov 12 @ 9:58 AM EST
    A6: Skype can help us connect w/ T's & students around the globe to learn new languages (or even experience a discipline in another L).#NT2t
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:58 AM EST
    Oh yes, especially when it comes to world history! Wld love Ss to experience diff point of views #NT2t
    In reply to @CHitch94
  • avaughnteacher Nov 12 @ 9:58 AM EST
    A6: Am visualizing some kind of "live" twitter conversation projected onto a screen in my classroom; could be dangerous though. #NT2t
  • makkahd1 Nov 12 @ 9:59 AM EST
    Collaboration is so important to math & students building math skills! #NT2t
    In reply to @shyj
  • jpsteltz Nov 12 @ 9:59 AM EST
    I am going to follow @PranSang from Mumbai, India #nt2t
    In reply to @PranSang
  • stephwurking - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:59 AM EST
    Is that supposed to mean "namaste"? #nt2t
    In reply to @itsmeSpiri, @PranSang, @KSThakral
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:59 AM EST
    Thx to our wonderful tweeps who have inspired me during today's #NT2t & our mods @stephwurking @hturk139 Reach out-connect globally this wk!
    In reply to @stephwurking, @hturk139
  • shyj - Moderator Nov 12 @ 9:59 AM EST
    Agree. Ss need to understand how others look t a prob & solve it. Never just one way like we teach. #NT2t
    In reply to @makkahd1