#AppleEDUchat Archive

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Tuesday April 17, 2018
9:00 PM EDT

  • mstechgoddess Apr 17 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    Welcome to #AppleEDUchat @mr_meighen and I are happy you are here!
  • mstechgoddess Apr 17 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    I'm Katie Manzanares and I am an Apple Distinguished Educator teaching 6-8th STEM & Engineering in CO. My school has 1,500 kids and 42 languages spoken! #AppleEDUchat
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    I’m Mitch, a high school ELA teacher & Apple Distinguished Educator from Northwestern Pennsylvania. Woke up to more snow again today in Erie, bringing us just shy of 200 inches for the season. I'm happy to be co-moderating tonight with @mstechgoddess #AppleEDUchat
  • gardnerkb1 Apr 17 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    Hello! Katie from NC, Kinder ESL teacher #AppleEDUchat
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    @mstechgoddess and I will be utilizing the traditional Q1 and A1 format for tonight's chat. Question 1 is coming up in just a minute! #AppleEDUchat
  • WesMolyneaux Apr 17 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Wes Molyneaux, Dir. of Technology Integration. Elkhart, IN. #AppleEDUchat
  • alfredsiha Apr 17 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Hi everyone. I’m Alfred from @HACC_info. English prof and lover of all things rock. #appleEDUchat
  • castlestephanie Apr 17 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Hi! Steph, IB Biology teacher in NYC, still waiting on Spring weather here! #AppleEDUchat
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Hey, Katie! #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @gardnerkb1
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Q1: What or who motivates you to be a better educator? #AppleEDUchat
  • KammasKersch Apr 17 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Hello! Kammas from Delaware #AppleEDUchat
  • cicohen Apr 17 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Hi #appleeduchat! Casey here. I am the Dir. of Technology Innovation & #STEM programs @RoseTreeMedia just outside of Philadelphia. Looking forward to chatting with everyone tonight!
  • castlestephanie Apr 17 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    #AppleEDUchat A1:Students motivate me to be a better educator hands down! If not for them then for who? :)
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    A1: I’m constantly motivated by my students and the teachers around me in my PLN. I like to continually reach out to others and adapt/integrate their new ideas. I’ll try anything once! That’s what makes for a great learning experience. #AppleEDUchat
  • mstechgoddess Apr 17 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    A1: I am motivated by collaborating with other professionals. I am always open to new ideas, methods, and tools! Being a STEM and Engineering teacher means trying to stay 1 step ahead of my students. #AppleEDUchat
  • marcdrumm Apr 17 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Hi all - Marc Drumm, Senior Instructional Designer at West Chester University near Philadelphia #AppleEDUChat
  • alfredsiha Apr 17 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    A1: my students and the moment I see them step into their own. #appleEDUchat
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Hey, Kammas! Glad you could join us. #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @KammasKersch
  • WesMolyneaux Apr 17 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    A1. My own kids and the students in my district. Everything I do as a professional puts students first. I want to be better and make our district better so our students have better experiences and leave better prepared for this world! #AppleEDUchat
  • KammasKersch Apr 17 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    I am motivated by other amazing Ts. I love to go to conferences and build my #PLN #AppleEDUchat
  • KammasKersch Apr 17 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Me too! I missed the last 2 weeks #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @mr_meighen
  • NAEmmanuele Apr 17 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    A1: As simple as it sounds, my students motivate me to be better. I want the best for them. Otherwise, my co-teachers and colleagues motivate me to be better! #AppleEDUchat
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Always important to put kids and students first #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @WesMolyneaux
  • WesMolyneaux Apr 17 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    A1. Anyone who knows me also know that I am competitive so I wouldn't be telling the truth if I didn't say my colleagues motivate me to be better! #AppleEDUchat
  • sammibutwin Apr 17 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Hey- Sammi here! I am a STEAM educator in Brooklyn ready to join one of these chats instead of just reading them! 😊 #AppleEDUchat
  • Dale_Chu Apr 17 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    HAPPENING NOW: @mr_meighen and @mstechgoddess leading a talk on combatting complacency through reflection. Follow along at #AppleEDUchat!
  • gardnerkb1 Apr 17 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    A1: I am motivated by twitter PLN and teachers / administrators who challenge me to continuously grow and develop as a teacher. My Ss motivate me daily to create a fun, positive, and safe learning environment for them to learn the English language #AppleEDUchat
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    Hi, Sammi. Glad you decided to take the plunge #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @sammibutwin
  • TeacherCoats Apr 17 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    Hi 👋! My name is Tonya! I’m a first grade teacher from Southern Cali! #AppleEDUchat
  • DanKos3 Apr 17 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    A1. It’s been said, the students and my own desire to be better. They go hand in hand. My bio says, If I hate it, why would my students like it? It/they motivate me to be better. #AppleEDUchat
  • LadyBofVPC Apr 17 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    A1: Seeing other amazing educators always encourages me to be better! They're inspiring! #AppleEduChat
  • KammasKersch Apr 17 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    Hi Sammi! What grade level do you teach? #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @sammibutwin
  • cicohen Apr 17 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    A1: The idea that we have a responsibility to prepare our Ss as best we can for a future that we do not know so they can make it better! Also my Ss, my #ADEdu colleagues, & all of my educator friends & mentors - shoutout to @ckklynen & @MargeryCovello! #appleeduchat
  • gardnerkb1 Apr 17 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    I love conferences too! #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @KammasKersch
  • LadyBofVPC Apr 17 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    I'm Lauren Billingsley and I'm a 9-12 math educator at @VPCCoppell #AppleEduChat
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    Q2 coming up in one minute from @mstechgoddess #AppleEDUchat
  • BrianWTimm Apr 17 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    A1: My mother, @PattyKBullock, is a retired educator. She always inspires me to do what’s best for kids because they deserve it. #AppleEDUChat
  • KammasKersch Apr 17 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    Being surrounded by other passionate people makes me want to be a better person and teacher. You gotta build your tribe #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @gardnerkb1
  • marcdrumm Apr 17 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    A1 I think if you really love what you do, you should motivate yourself to a certain degree. The students and my colleagues also - it’s hard not to want to be better for everyone involved. It’s a team effort. #AppleEDUChat
  • cicohen Apr 17 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    Yay Sammi! SO glad you are here! Welcome to #appleeduchat!!
    • sammibutwin Apr 17 @ 9:06 PM EDT
      Hey- Sammi here! I am a STEAM educator in Brooklyn ready to join one of these chats instead of just reading them! 😊 #AppleEDUchat
  • mstechgoddess Apr 17 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Q2: Why is it important to always reflect and make changes to virtually everything in our teaching environments? #AppleEDUchat
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Hi, Lauren! #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @LadyBofVPC, @VPCCoppell
  • TeacherCoats Apr 17 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    This year I must say my students and colleagues have definitely motivated me to be a better educator!#AppleEDUchat
  • mstechgoddess Apr 17 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A2: I reflect and make changes to my environment for student success. If I am complacent in my job, students will not be successful and will be teaching outdated information. I enjoy making my kids the Tech-sperts and they enjoy the spotlight! #AppleEDUchat
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A2: Not only is education changing but the world around us is also advancing faster than ever. It’s important for teachers to continually evolve learning environments so students are suited for life outside the classroom. Check out some potential ed tech influences! #AppleEDUchat
  • KammasKersch Apr 17 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    Agreed! I learn so much and am inspired by Twitter #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @gardnerkb1
  • LadyBofVPC Apr 17 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A2: Equity. Not everything in your teaching environment will be conducive to learning for everyone. By reflecting, adjusting, and modifying you are constantly giving each learner what they need. #AppleEduChat
  • castlestephanie Apr 17 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    #AppleEDUchat A2: Every student is unique as a learner and through reflection we can strive to adapt our teaching and environments to reach the needs of all learners.
  • DanKos3 Apr 17 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    Things are constantly changing because the students are not the same from year to year, technique, technology, and methodology are always being changed. #AppleEDUchat
    • mstechgoddess Apr 17 @ 9:10 PM EDT
      Q2: Why is it important to always reflect and make changes to virtually everything in our teaching environments? #AppleEDUchat
  • alfredsiha Apr 17 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A2: I’d argue that NON reflection is not possible. We are always evolving. Even at a minimal level, there’s some reflection and change. Best case: adapt to culture of students w/o compromising learning outcomes. #appleEDUchat
  • gardnerkb1 Apr 17 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A2: I make a weekly @Flipgrid reflection video to "talk" about how the week went: lessons I would change, where I saw students struggle, content that needs to be remediated for the following week, supports I need to add to centers.. #AppleEDUchat
  • WesMolyneaux Apr 17 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A2. Reflection allows us a professional educators to determine the effectiveness of our practice. Room layout, lesson design, the order you ask questions in a discussion, the technology you used, the way you responded to a tough question...all require reflection #AppleEDUChat
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    That's a good point. Each group of students is unique, which can have an impact on different learning environments. #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @DanKos3
  • TeacherCoats Apr 17 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A2: Students and classroom environments are dynamic! To be effective you must be willing to change and adjust your practices to meet the needs of your students! #AppleEDUchat
  • cicohen Apr 17 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A2: With change comes growth & progress for both us & our students. Also, as we model this process for our Ss we are also teaching them about growth mindset. #appleeduchat
    • mstechgoddess Apr 17 @ 9:10 PM EDT
      Q2: Why is it important to always reflect and make changes to virtually everything in our teaching environments? #AppleEDUchat
  • BrianWTimm Apr 17 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A2: We can always improve the practice of teaching and learning. Reflecting not just by yourself, but with your peers and learners makes everyone vested in your shared mission. #AppleEDUChat
  • WesMolyneaux Apr 17 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    This is awesome! What a great way to keep track of your thoughts and share what you would change for next year! #AppleEDUchat
    • gardnerkb1 Apr 17 @ 9:13 PM EDT
      A2: I make a weekly @Flipgrid reflection video to "talk" about how the week went: lessons I would change, where I saw students struggle, content that needs to be remediated for the following week, supports I need to add to centers.. #AppleEDUchat
  • alfredsiha Apr 17 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A2 (part 2): in other words, without reflection we aren’t doing our jobs #appleEDUchat
  • castlestephanie Apr 17 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    #AppleEDUchat A2: In Science we also need make changes to stay updated in the subject to ensure Ss are exposed to the most recent advancements
  • NAEmmanuele Apr 17 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A2: As we engage in PLNs, conferences, and academic work, our practices should shift. We get to know ourselves, our Ss, and our work better. Too, the world is constantly in flux, and we must be able to respond to prepare our Ss. #AppleEDUchat
    • mstechgoddess Apr 17 @ 9:10 PM EDT
      Q2: Why is it important to always reflect and make changes to virtually everything in our teaching environments? #AppleEDUchat
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    What a cool idea. What do you do with your video? Do you share with anyone or come back to review them at a later date or anything like that? #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @gardnerkb1, @Flipgrid
  • KammasKersch Apr 17 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A2: If we don't reflect and try to improve a little each day, we aren't doing what we ask our kids to. We need to model what being a good learner looks like #AppleEDUchat
  • castlestephanie Apr 17 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    Absolutely love this idea! Great way to document your own personal teaching reflections for future! #AppleEDUchat
    • gardnerkb1 Apr 17 @ 9:13 PM EDT
      A2: I make a weekly @Flipgrid reflection video to "talk" about how the week went: lessons I would change, where I saw students struggle, content that needs to be remediated for the following week, supports I need to add to centers.. #AppleEDUchat
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    Meeting the needs of your students is so important. Each group of students will likely have different needs. #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @TeacherCoats
  • castlestephanie Apr 17 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    Totally agree - modeling what we expect of students is so important! #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @KammasKersch
  • sammibutwin Apr 17 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A2: Every time we teach a lesson, even if we will be repeating it with a class later, there is something that you realize can be improved. I am always thinking about how I can have more student engagement, more organization, better understanding, etc. #AppleEDUChat
    • mstechgoddess Apr 17 @ 9:10 PM EDT
      Q2: Why is it important to always reflect and make changes to virtually everything in our teaching environments? #AppleEDUchat
  • marcdrumm Apr 17 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A2 Everything is evolving - technology, teaching methods, facilities, etc., and at a much quicker pace compared to the past. Old methods either don’t apply or don’t always work anymore. #AppleEDUChat
  • EDUcre8ive Apr 17 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A2: always reflect? Yes. Always change everything? Not necessarily. #appleeduchat
  • alfredsiha Apr 17 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A2 (part 3): ask students for their feedback on a lesson, project, or experience. Allow them to offer feedback in different ways (Clips, written, oral) Adapt accordingly. #appleEDUchat
  • KammasKersch Apr 17 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    Complacency is a major concern. It hurts students #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @mstechgoddess
  • castlestephanie Apr 17 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    #AppleEDUchat I feel that way about keeping up with the latest scientific developments for our courses too!
    In reply to @marcdrumm
  • NAEmmanuele Apr 17 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    Reflecting with my co-teachers has been so helpful. We can bounce ideas and offer suggestions. This has resulted in constant flux #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @BrianWTimm
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    I'll post Q3 in one minute! #AppleEDUchat
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    Complacency is such a slippery slope in education. #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @KammasKersch, @mstechgoddess
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    Q3: What do you use or where do you turn to address certain lulls throughout the school year to avoid burnout or breaking down? #AppleEDUchat
  • myakSTEM Apr 17 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    Mike from Dallas here a little late. Just finished one meeting and have another starting soon. #AppleEDUChat
  • NAEmmanuele Apr 17 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    I love this idea! I’ll be considering a weekly summary on @Flipgrid now. Thanks for the inspiration, Katie!! #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @gardnerkb1, @Flipgrid, @Flipgrid
  • KammasKersch Apr 17 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    Yes! We have a duty to know the lastest about our content #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @castlestephanie, @marcdrumm
  • alfredsiha Apr 17 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    A3: uh, wait very patiently for #ADE2018! #appleEDUchat
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    A3: I’m a huge advocate for teachers establishing brief mental health breaks from the school environment. Plan a weekend getaway, pamper yourself, or do something with family or friends. Educators need to take care of themselves in order to be better for students. #AppleEDUchat
  • mstechgoddess Apr 17 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    A3: I like to enjoy meeting up with colleagues (former and present). I am a very social person and reconnecting outside of school is good for my soul. I also get out and enjoy Colorado every chance I get! #AppleEDUchat
  • castlestephanie Apr 17 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    A3: I reach out to my ADE community right here on Twitter #AppleEDUchat for inspiration!
  • castlestephanie Apr 17 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    That too!! #ADE2018 #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @alfredsiha
  • WesMolyneaux Apr 17 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A3. I turn to my professional learning community. For me that is the people I work directly with, the ADE Community and sometime social media. Facebook and Twitter for inspiration. #AppleEDUchat
  • EDUcre8ive Apr 17 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A2: antidotes are two: 1. People I love and trust 2. Creativity #appleeduchat
  • alfredsiha Apr 17 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A3: also, amazing resources/annual conference and colleagues at @PADE. And the most forward-thinking faculty on the 🌎 at @HACC_info #appleEDUchat
  • NAEmmanuele Apr 17 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A4: To avoid burnout, I engage in acting, directing, adjuncting, researching (taking classes), tweeting, reading, traveling... #AppleEDUchat
    • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:20 PM EDT
      Q3: What do you use or where do you turn to address certain lulls throughout the school year to avoid burnout or breaking down? #AppleEDUchat
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    Always a reliable resource for sure. #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @castlestephanie
  • castlestephanie Apr 17 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    Our ADE peeps always keep me inspired! #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @WesMolyneaux
  • TeacherCoats Apr 17 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A3 Twitter has become my source for new ideas and strategies to incorporate in classroom. The information is limitless!#AppleEDUchat
  • myakSTEM Apr 17 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A2 cross collaborating for teachers is as important for teachers as it is for students. It brings new ideas, relevance, and makes us all stretch in our learning #AppleEDUChat
    • aramski Apr 17 @ 3:14 PM EDT
      Q2: Do you think that collaborating between subjects helps learning and why? #AppleEDUchat
  • LadyBofVPC Apr 17 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A3: I allow myself a time and place to be frustrated/tired/"over it"/etc. Holding that in is healthy for no one. Once that time has passed and I have it out of my system - I move forward. #AppleEduChat
  • DanKos3 Apr 17 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A3. If it’s getting stale, I change things up in class. Try something new. The unknown helps propel. Outside of class, I read or nap. #AppleEDUchat
    • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:20 PM EDT
      Q3: What do you use or where do you turn to address certain lulls throughout the school year to avoid burnout or breaking down? #AppleEDUchat
  • cicohen Apr 17 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A3: Sometimes simply taking a weekend to unplug can be so refreshing! Also getting to attend conferences and connect with people from many learning environments can be refreshing in a different, and also great way! #appleeduchat
    • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:20 PM EDT
      Q3: What do you use or where do you turn to address certain lulls throughout the school year to avoid burnout or breaking down? #AppleEDUchat
  • alfredsiha Apr 17 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A3: there’s also value in slowing down and having time as educators to create and imagine, distraction-free. Release time is ideal or purposeful time management. #appleEDUchat
  • BrianWTimm Apr 17 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A3: Some of my go-to places are Twitter & @MindShiftKQED for fresh ideas and perspectives. #AppleEDUChat
  • cicohen Apr 17 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    Yes! I totally agree! #appleeduchat
    In reply to @TeacherCoats
  • castlestephanie Apr 17 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    Entirely agree! I really need space and time to myself to let the creative juices flow....or ADE institute time! #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @alfredsiha
  • gardnerkb1 Apr 17 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    A3: I love to exercise or go for a long run. Also attending conferences inspires and motivates me (just saw @burgessdave last Saturday!) I connect with my Twitter PLN for ideas and enjoy observing other teachers teach #AppleEDUchat
  • BrianWTimm Apr 17 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    That’s so important to recognize and give yourself the space and permission to let it out. Keep taking care of yourself! #AppleEDUChat
    In reply to @LadyBofVPC
  • mstechgoddess Apr 17 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    I love conferences too. Always a good way to refresh and get / give ideas. #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @gardnerkb1, @burgessdave
  • bwphillips70 Apr 17 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A3: I like visiting other classrooms to see what other teachers are doing. #AppleEDUchat
  • castlestephanie Apr 17 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    Yes to the long run! It totally clears your head and I get some of my best ideas out on a run :) #appleEDUchat
    In reply to @gardnerkb1, @burgessdave
  • alfredsiha Apr 17 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    I think that’s why we get “summer break.” ADE Institute has become a more vital part of my creation over the years. #AppleEduChat
    In reply to @castlestephanie
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    It's so important to remember self care. #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @sammibutwin
  • mstechgoddess Apr 17 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    I love doing this too. I like looking at what tools teachers use to engage with students. #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @bwphillips70
  • BrianWTimm Apr 17 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    Good call! I used to just go to the gym and shoot free-throws. Gets me straight into a diffuse mode of thinking. #AppleEDUChat
    In reply to @gardnerkb1, @burgessdave
  • castlestephanie Apr 17 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    Me too! It thoroughly reinvigorates me #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @alfredsiha
  • marcdrumm Apr 17 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A3 Talking with my colleagues always helps me - they have their moments too and sometimes share the same frustrations. They also provide different perspectives and offer solutions. #AppleEDUChat
  • alfredsiha Apr 17 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    I’m not a long runner but long 🐕 walks also work to clear the mind and help refocus! #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @gardnerkb1, @burgessdave
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    @mstechgoddess will have Q4 coming up in one minute! #AppleEDUchat
  • mstechgoddess Apr 17 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    Exercise is a necessity when a parent / a teacher! Helps keep us grounded and focused. #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @BrianWTimm, @gardnerkb1, @burgessdave
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    Sometimes it just takes a quick vent with someone who knows what you're going through. #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @marcdrumm
  • KammasKersch Apr 17 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A3: I try to mix it up in my class...vary assessments, and get them up and moving. Personally, I work out and and set goals for personal growth like #appleteacher #AppleEDUchat
  • mstechgoddess Apr 17 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    Q4: What have been the "go to" resources you rely on when updating your practices, approaches, materials, expectations, etc.? #AppleEDUchat
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    Exercise is a big outlet for me as well. #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @KammasKersch
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    A4: I’m constantly looking for ways to re-innovate and redesign what I do for my students. My best resource will always be reaching out to my PLN. I think conversations with fellow educators are the best way to flush out ideas and discover new and exciting methods. #AppleEDUchat
  • mstechgoddess Apr 17 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    A4: My "go-to" items this year have been Twitter and my new ADEs! Twitter makes it easy to connect with other educators, and it also has come in handy to connect with companies and get questions answered a time or two for students in robotics! #AppleEDUchat
  • BrianWTimm Apr 17 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    A4: My biggest go to resources have to be my #CoppellDLC teammates. They are some of the most passionate and creative educators I’ve ever been around. I’m very lucky to be a part of this team. #AppleEDUChat
  • cicohen Apr 17 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    A4: Great resources on Twitter, especially @AppleEDU! #appleeduchat
    • mstechgoddess Apr 17 @ 9:30 PM EDT
      Q4: What have been the "go to" resources you rely on when updating your practices, approaches, materials, expectations, etc.? #AppleEDUchat
  • mstechgoddess Apr 17 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    Amazing and innovative colleagues are always a bonus! #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @BrianWTimm
  • castlestephanie Apr 17 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    #AppleEDUchat A4: I often do a search for #iBooks or #iTunesU courses to see what other innovative activities have been shared
  • KammasKersch Apr 17 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    A4: Twitter is a big one for me I love reading blogs and listening to podcasts. I also use my professional communities like @iste @AACTconnect and @NSTA #AppleEDUchat
  • gardnerkb1 Apr 17 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    A4: Twitter, attending webinars, listening to podcasts, and reading blogs #AppleEDUchat
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    This is also one of my favorite things to do. My district has implemented a differentiated supervision model to replace traditional formal observations, & one component allows teachers the option for peer-to-peer observations that cross disciplines and grade levels. #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @bwphillips70
  • mstechgoddess Apr 17 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    Totally. Some of the best ideas and connections have been built from #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @cicohen, @AppleEDU
  • castlestephanie Apr 17 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    #AppleEDUchat A4: Also #AppleEDU has a ton of resources !
  • KammasKersch Apr 17 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    Having a PLN is crucial. It's something I'm trying to share with the teachers at my school #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @mr_meighen
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    I've learned so many things from resources I've found on Twitter. #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @cicohen, @AppleEDU
  • mstechgoddess Apr 17 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    So many educators don't know how much information is available to them at #iBooks or #iTunesU. I spread the word frequently. #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @castlestephanie
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    Keep showing them how powerful it can be! #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @KammasKersch
  • KammasKersch Apr 17 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    They know I am always hearing about new ideas and resources but I don't know how to spark them to want to do the same #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @mr_meighen
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    I'm trying to get more into podcasts. What do you recommend, Katie? #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @gardnerkb1
  • mstechgoddess Apr 17 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    I love podcasts! Such a great way to get information- pair this with your exercise routine and bam! Multitasking! #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @gardnerkb1
  • WesMolyneaux Apr 17 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A4: Facebook, Blogs, podcasts, a variety of news feeds that now come to my email inbox, graduate school, other teachers, Twiiter #AppleEDUchat
  • LadyBofVPC Apr 17 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A4: Other educators! Twitter, conferences, my @VPCCoppell team, my Creativity & Innovation PLN! #AppleEduChat #coppelldlc #coppellplc
  • BrianWTimm Apr 17 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    Y’all are right! I constantly go back to the @AppleEDU resources, and they’re always being updated. I’m Texan... so I can say “Y’all” #AppleEDUChat
    In reply to @mstechgoddess, @castlestephanie, @AppleEDU
  • mstechgoddess Apr 17 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    I also love how companies in the STEM and Engineering world are now offering free PD and training! I'll take that any day of the week! #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @WesMolyneaux
  • MrsKemper Apr 17 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    Jumping in late here... A4 Definitely my ADE buds, Twitter, colleagues in my prof organizations #AppleEDUchat
  • marcdrumm Apr 17 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A4 Twitter, as always. Conferences are a big help - they provide a closer look at how other institutions do things and give me a chance to make comparisons. #AppleEDUChat
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    Last school year I presented Twitter at an in-service at my school. Instead of just talking about possible uses, I created a checklist and had teachers create accounts and start tweeting from our session. I can think of about 10 who've continued using it ever since. #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @KammasKersch
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    Q5: What ways do you encourage or challenge students to reflect on their work? #AppleEDUchat
  • mstechgoddess Apr 17 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    A5: Ss submit "evidence" of their learning. Ss include both photos and videos as "evidence" of successful task completion. Then Ss reflect on what they've learned in a summary and are asked to include vocabulary specific to that lesson. #AppleEDUchat
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    Thanks! You should try it. #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @mstechgoddess, @KammasKersch
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    A5: I’ve had students email parents to provide updates on our class progress, which is an activity I adapted from something similar that @NAEmmanuele does with his students. Most recently, students wrote about strengths/weaknesses at the end of our grading quarter. #AppleEDUchat
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    A5: I’ve had students email parents to provide updates on our class progress, which is an activity I adapted from something similar that @NAEmmanuele does with his students. Most recently, students wrote about strengths/weaknesses at the end of our grading quarter. #AppleEDUchat
  • alfredsiha Apr 17 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    A5: every essay assignment has a writing process reflection video where students analyze and reflect on their writing process, what worked, what to change #appleEDUchat
  • LadyBofVPC Apr 17 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    Wow I love this idea! Have you ever had any parent feedback on it? #AppleEduChat
    In reply to @mr_meighen, @NAEmmanuele
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    I really like this idea. Do you structure their comments in any way? Are there certain points they have to touch on? #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @alfredsiha
  • myakSTEM Apr 17 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A5 I’ve been having my students reflect on @Flipgrid That way,I can get their voice in what they say. Inflection, expression, and emotion are so important for reflection #AppleEDUchat
  • mstechgoddess Apr 17 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    I love this too. Then you can also incorporate peer feedback if you want to! #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @myakSTEM, @Flipgrid
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    Yes! The students have to CC me on all of the messages, so I usually get to see the parent replies that include praises and productive conversations that the students and parents may not have had together otherwise. #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @LadyBofVPC, @NAEmmanuele
  • alfredsiha Apr 17 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    Yep. #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @mr_meighen
  • LadyBofVPC Apr 17 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A5: Sometimes after a culminating learning experience we'll just have a casual discussion/reflection about it. Nothing really formal...just talking about learning. #AppleEduChat
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    This has been such an important tool for me as well this year. #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @myakSTEM, @Flipgrid
  • KammasKersch Apr 17 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A5: I like to use discussion posts on our LMS to have students reflect and then respond to each other's posts. It has been a great success #AppleEDUchat
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    Perfect. I like to also provide some talking points and see all of the different responses from each student. #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @alfredsiha
  • ProfVigeant Apr 17 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    Lots of great ideas in this discussion! I also like a pre-/post- short paragraph reflection on a project. What do you feel you know before? How did that change after? #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @mr_meighen
  • gardnerkb1 Apr 17 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    A5: My kiddos use student rubrics to assess their work before submitting it, @Flipgrid or @RecapThat to create video responses, and #Seesaw to like and comment on their peers work as well as share with parents #AppleEDUchat
  • KammasKersch Apr 17 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    We use @BlackbaudK12. This is our second school year with it. It's awesome #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @mstechgoddess, @BlackbaudK12
  • TeacherCoats Apr 17 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    A5 I use seesaw or flipgrid for combination of student self-reflection and peer review l think helps with deeper learning. #AppleEDUchat
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    Good point. Hearing the change after is my favorite part. #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @ProfVigeant
  • mstechgoddess Apr 17 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    Great idea. A combo of these ideas or rotation would be powerful to show how there are many different ways to reflect and improve. #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @ProfVigeant, @mr_meighen
  • mstechgoddess Apr 17 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    Tell me more about @RecapThat! Appropriate for MS Ss?#AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @gardnerkb1, @Flipgrid, @RecapThat, @RecapThat
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    Q6 coming from @mstechgoddess in one minute! #AppleEDUchat
  • cicohen Apr 17 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    A5 @MsLuss & asked our Ss to reflect together. We taught a Holocaust lit. course in iTunes U: https://t.co/PwSy3C507z. We used the discussions to ask a question about how Ss learned where they all responded. Ss loved seeing each other's ideas & reflecting together. #appleeduchat
  • mstechgoddess Apr 17 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    Q6: How can you involve students when reflecting on your own professional practices? #AppleEDUchat
  • alfredsiha Apr 17 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    Meanwhile... #appleEDUchat
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    Still so impressed with this. It's one of my favorite learning experiences to tell people that I've heard about. What an amazing opportunity! #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @cicohen, @MsLuss
  • mstechgoddess Apr 17 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    Reflection together is also good feedback to you as a teacher to help you to modify / improve / adjust instruction as well. Cool idea. #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @cicohen, @MsLuss
  • mstechgoddess Apr 17 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    A6: I use course surveys and I am always asking Ss to tell me what else they would like to see, modify, or change in class. I think it could be cool to incorporate an Apple tool to create a "Pineapple Chart"? Just not sure how that would work. Ideas? #AppleEDUchat
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    A6: I constantly ask students for input/feedback about things we do in class. I also have students complete end-of-course evaluations & apply student feedback moving forward. Here’s a link to one of my course evals if you’re looking to adapt https://t.co/TS4FwvmDCN #AppleEDUchat
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    Oh no! We're almost done. #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @alfredsiha
  • mstechgoddess Apr 17 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    Say it isn't so....don't go! #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @mr_meighen, @alfredsiha
  • MrsKemper Apr 17 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    Yes! ‘Take a pic’ eats ‘Show your work’ for breakfast! #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @mstechgoddess
  • alfredsiha Apr 17 @ 9:52 PM EDT
  • mstechgoddess Apr 17 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    And...show me when you are successful, gives them the opportunity to learn from mistakes! Seek opportunity and learning in failure. #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @MrsKemper
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    Thanks for joining in! #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @alfredsiha, @mstechgoddess
  • cicohen Apr 17 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    Awe, thanks so much! Join in the global collaboration! Let's keep expanding this! @MsLuss #appleeduchat
    In reply to @mr_meighen, @MsLuss, @MsLuss
  • BrianWTimm Apr 17 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    A6: If you’re upfront and honest with them that you’re also a learner, and would love to learn how to improve in your profession, any teacher will get useful feedback from his/her students. #AppleEDUChat
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    I would love that! #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @cicohen, @MsLuss
  • marcdrumm Apr 17 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    A5 At the end of the semester, I simply like to ask “What worked, and what didn’t work? What could have been better?” #AppleEDUChat
  • bwphillips70 Apr 17 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    A6: if you have created an open classroom with respect on both sides, students will be honest if you ask them. I constantly ask how an assignment went. We just did one a few weeks ago, I thought was Ok, they let me know it wasn’t ok . Just be open to comments #AppleEDUchat
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    I'm glad to hear that your students feel comfortable being honest. Sometimes I have groups of students who are afraid to hurt my feelings. Other times they have no problem telling me if something was a disaster. #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @bwphillips70
  • mstechgoddess Apr 17 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    We have an open collaborative learning environment in my classroom! No way anyone "Can't" learn more! It's awesome. #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @bwphillips70
  • cicohen Apr 17 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    Great #appleeduchat tonight! Thanks @mr_meighen & @mstechgoddes!!
  • marcdrumm Apr 17 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    A6 I think that’s easier in higher ed, especially with graduate students. They will provide very detailed, concrete advice simply by asking them. #AppleEDUChat
  • castlestephanie Apr 17 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    #AppleEDUchat A6: I agree that being open and honest are key. I recently had such a discussion about the benefit and limitations in the use of past papers to study for mock IB exams...very interesting since they'd therefore seen the exams already!
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    Glad you were here to share your perspective! #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @cicohen
  • LadyBofVPC Apr 17 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    A6: I think by being consistently vulnerable about your humanity gives Ls an opportunity to learn how to be constructive with others. If we're going to expect them to be receptive to feedback we should be modeling #AppleEduChat
  • mr_meighen Apr 17 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    I agree that this trend is easier in higher ed. How can we make students at other levels more comfortable? #AppleEDUchat
    In reply to @marcdrumm