#21stedchat Archive
Our mission for our 21st century chat is to create a positive 21st century learning environment for our students by sharing resources and ideas that has worked in our classrooms. Join us every Sunday from 8:00-9:00 PM (EST) on Twitter using the hashtag #21stedchat. All are welcome!
Sunday June 5, 2016
Welcome to for the year in review and summer learning with & I. Pls introduce yourselves.
Hi all, 4th grade teacher from California
Hi I am Terry, 3rd gr T in Fl
Bill from Charlotte HS tr
I am Jill from NC, Director of Personalized Learning and co-host.
Same here. The end is nigh.
My name is Karuna Singh and I am a Grade 9-12 Ts in Nova Scotia.
I can't wait for tonight's chat
G5 teacher and edtech masters student tuning in from Korea here. Excited to !
Dr. Nancy Sulla here: author of It's Not What You Teach But How; Students Taking Charge. Creator of . Pres of .
Lindsay from NC checking in
Welcome! I think you may be our first from there. BTW what time is it there.
Hello, fellow ters! I'm Nikki from Texas.
My name is Krystle, and I teach 7-8 LA and SS in Nova Scotia, Canada.
LOVE your book and promote it all the time and is one we do as a book study! Thank you for joining
This summer is getting started this week
Hello - Mike, NJ, math, &c. Reading Feynman’s Lectures on Physics phor phun.
Thanks, Jill. Almost done with the next book ... on executive function. Keep an eye out. ;-)
We have been out since May 26th
I will because I do a lot of PD on that as well! So exciting!
Greg- 2nd grade, MD. Checking in, I believe, for the first time to . Ready to collaborate! Hope all are well.
Q1: Overall how did you feel your school went?
FQ1 so whatcha doing this summer?
A1) Always feel that there is more that could have been done. There's so many things that I want to do with the students.
A1: I had a great school yr. I am looking forward to taking these students on to 3rd gr
I think it went pretty well. We started Oct. with 1:1 Chromebooks so lots of opportunities.
A1- School year has been great! Still 11 days left in the year w/ Ss. Been blessed with great Ss who've learned to persevere.
Todd - joining from San Antonio! Principal of an outstanding middle school.
A1 On a scale of 1-10 I would say a 6. A lot of changes that I had to adjust too.
FA1) Going to hang out with at
Yeah changes are rough.
https://t.co/qHUxZMag9T
A1 On a scale of 1-10 I would say a 6. A lot of changes that I had to adjust too.
A1: I think it went pretty well Refined things from last year and will refine for next year too!
watch out. That guy is crazy
A1- Learned the meaning of the word persevere, how to do it, and are supportive of peers in the process. Powerful growth!
A1. I met a lot of my goals but there is always so much more to do
It was a year of transitions as I shifted from 5th to 4th grade this year. Lots of learning with both Ss and T
A1: Great! Had a chance to try new things in the classroom: interactive notebooks, Twitter, Google Ed and apps.
A1 good year. Always room to improve.
A1- Ss learned the meaning of the word persevere, how to do it, and are supportive of peers in the process. Powerful growth!
. I always feel that way as well.
Do you set goals as you enter each year? Maybe should set some goals for the summer. https://t.co/QVlA03Nx3x
A1. I met a lot of my goals but there is always so much more to do
One of the best things that can happen in the classroom. Way to go ss!
Twitter doesn't help... see awesome things that I'm all oh oh oh let me try that! https://t.co/LGfY60G2HA
. I always feel that way as well.
Gr8 yr working w/ awesome Ts rethinking classrooms and Ss ready for 21C learning. Getting ready to launch summer training!
Joining you from San Antonio, TX as well. Had an awesome school year 35 years of teaching down!
A1 pt 2 Even though it was a 6, finished strong and already begun to plan for next yr.
Yes, I do both for the year and summer. My job is all year long.
Is your school year over already? https://t.co/RWdbPeraBv
A1 pt 2 Even though it was a 6, finished strong and already begun to plan for next yr.
A1 went great. Got to see who is a dream boat. He came and did his creative thing
. YESSSS! The Twitterverse PLN can make you want to go places All. the. time.
Have 4 more days. (Exams)
me too. im already excited for the new year. lol
You forgot the hashtag
https://t.co/RgOJ3G0B6Z
A1 went great. Got to see who is a dream boat. He came and did his creative thing
A-1: A school year filled with restructuring and transition - great joy with the outcomes!
Q2 What changes wholesale or otherwise do you plan for next year?
hi everyone, A1 feel it went well, was so busy finishing masters in IT, had worries but did lots, new opps for Ss
Tried something new this year... wrote a blog reflecting on a class project as it progressed. It was SO good for MY learning!
A2: no major changes just some fine tuning
A2- Coming back to K after teaching 2nd for two years. Hoping to launch some form of Genius Hour next year at the K level.
I am thinking I shall join, F2F meetings yes!
good that Ss benefit from your learning too!
I think the Ks would absolutely love that! https://t.co/iQhtqgHpvG
A2- Coming back to K after teaching 2nd for two years. Hoping to launch some form of Genius Hour next year at the K level.
A2: More differentiation, interactive nbks, collaboration and gamification. inspired big changes!
A2: Truly hope to grasp the use of Google Classroom and doing more collaborative work using more tools.
A2. As we continue to make instructional shifts in the classroom, I need to make sure Im continuing to hold everyone accountable
A2: I plan to incorporate restorative circles into my classroom on a regular basis
A2 Classroom design for + more st centered. Intentional processes for 9th graders.
. + bringing the comedy to . You know it's summer now!
let me know a time. takes up my time
I def. need to reflect more...been doing it this year and it makes a huge difference!
A2 Working to focus Ts & Ss on systems theory for powerful classrooms, design thinking for better , and .
Wait, we can't be comedic if it's not summer? I don't get it https://t.co/jGOCvUJtbg
. + bringing the comedy to . You know it's summer now!
I plan to use Google Classroom as well. Have the app, but haven't explored it much. That will change this summer.
A2 looking at this yr, what I learn & Ss input from will guide new ideas
Classroom design on the top of my list too.
A2 better time management and try to put more information on line but I say that every year
A2: Will try to let students take even more responsibility for their learning and our classroom
That is 1 of the books I want to read this summer.
GC is amazing! G8 for organization and communication. Used it for 2 yrs and still so much to learn.
. Comedy is against the law at least 1 month before school ends
A2) Will be looking more about moving more of learning into the online space.
Me too my Passion Planner helped a lot with that
is now trending in USA, ranking 37
: gamification and using Google classroom in a more collaborative and 21st C way for Ss
Me too! I got a turtle for a class pet --- will let students take the lead! https://t.co/2E4rlgXSk4
A2: Will try to let students take even more responsibility for their learning and our classroom
A2. I am also determined to make more headway with changing policies
Such a great book! Well-written and very engaging. Have you read Teach like a Pirate?
Connecting w/ Ps about the learning is always a big plus!
No, not yet. Heard good things.
I see you have a book I need to read! Here's to students taking charge! :)
I've been thinking about do this as well! Did you start in little steps?
A2: I truly want to do a great job using with intention and purpose as well. Using GHO for more collaboration.
So beyond the just connect to play the skype game ehh ?
https://t.co/MjiTfWgVSJ
A2: I truly want to do a great job using with intention and purpose as well. Using GHO for more collaboration.
I'll definitely check it out! New school, new grade this year so a lot of reflecting needed!
Yes, I see the value and I just do it here and there. Want to use maps and other resources more. https://t.co/7bZPVCRUUX
So beyond the just connect to play the skype game ehh ?
https://t.co/MjiTfWgVSJ
A2: I truly want to do a great job using with intention and purpose as well. Using GHO for more collaboration.
Same here. It's first on my reading list for this summer. Such a huge group of supporters!
Probably more within social studies at first in particular. Relook at our model in math too
Me too!
https://t.co/56050w1OWI
Same here. It's first on my reading list for this summer. Such a huge group of supporters!
Q3: Last yr in review question. How much learning did you do outside the classroom (conferences etc) any recommendations?
A3: So much learning right here on Twitter. Find your place and get involved. as well
A3: Masters in Literacy Ed., learned a lot! Esp. about gaming. Going to John Hunter's World Peace Game this summer!
A3) I learn throughout the year! Was able to attend some great PD this year including a few camps!
A3. I am always learning each week on but I also went to 3 conferences and a few edcamps. I also did some MOOCs.
Q3: on my own or with my team. Last year i saw Lucy Caulkins and went to Teachers College. This year did Daily 3 conference
Just learning about Twitter and Twitter Chats...so much potential! https://t.co/h4bSLxvAMD
A3: So much learning right here on Twitter. Find your place and get involved. as well
A3: Finishing up a masters in literacy, so learned A LOT outside the clrm. Twitter will definitely help nx yr
I'm a big fan of edcamps! Not quite hitting my goal for the year, but oh well! 3 on my calendar! https://t.co/6BeKP7bnOf
A3: So much learning right here on Twitter. Find your place and get involved. as well
A3: Days in conferences: 10 or so. Days on Twitter PLN: still counting
A3: I went to , a tech fair, an institute, and one put on by UCSD. Fortunate all these were free or my school paid for
A3: Part 2 I have 3 book clubs lined up for my summer reading...excited for them
Nice! What are you reading? https://t.co/9GGhIUWQmT
A3: Part 2 I have 3 book clubs lined up for my summer reading...excited for them
I'm new to Twitter and the ed chats. Any you would recommend esp. for Language Arts?
Attended my 4th yesterday. Good stuff. https://t.co/CokpfaUSGT
I'm a big fan of edcamps! Not quite hitting my goal for the year, but oh well! 3 on my calendar! https://t.co/6BeKP7bnOf
A3: So much learning right here on Twitter. Find your place and get involved. as well
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A3 a lot finishd masters attendd lots Twitter chats events
a lot of hands-on learning for me .. integrating tech in meaningful ways is an ongoing goal
A3 Our district had a literacy emphasis on text dependent questions that was good. + Twitter of course
Eecamp magic seems to fall at a tough time for me! sounds like a blast though
A3: If you teach in TX, put on your must-go-to conference list.
A3 Recently heard and at the summit - Equity must be a 21st C mindset
I am facilitating an online book study this summer- 15 teachers :) We read last year and starting
Teach Like a Pirate. Learn Learn like a pirate. Who's doing the Work-How to say less so readers can do more
Just discovered LittleBits yesterday! Such an engaging and eye-opening experience for tech in the clrm!
Suggest you step in try many out. This summer check out on Tuesday nights. What grade level? https://t.co/rb3SlJdwyA
I'm new to Twitter and the ed chats. Any you would recommend esp. for Language Arts?
Is it still possible to join? https://t.co/DzThNypFsa
I am facilitating an online book study this summer- 15 teachers :) We read last year and starting
A3: If u are in midwest or can get to Detroit March 15-17 join us for the conference. Keynotes: https://t.co/xrUJshuGWR
great books to read and chats to join on Monday nights.
Grade 7 and 8, with social studies as well. Thanks so much for the suggestion!
We are 30 minutes away from the start of tonight with host
Join us!
Yes except for holiday weekends.
Keep coming to this summer as well. https://t.co/GL6RTABbx3
Grade 7 and 8, with social studies as well. Thanks so much for the suggestion!
A3: Took advantage of my school's PD library and read about how ss learn literacy https://t.co/gN6Y0fK5VP
Q3: Last yr in review question. How much learning did you do outside the classroom (conferences etc) any recommendations?
My principal was able to purchase for us. We mostly explored how they work but next year will apply to projects
What are you planning for a non edu based time this summer?
Either my froze or no one is taking a vacation.
= for me :) catching up on reading, 2 books coming tomorrow Launch & Your School Rocks
A4: Since I'm going to a few edu-conferences this summer, is +
A4: just relaxing and enjoying being Mama <3
Q4: Some travelling and catch up on pleasure reading!
A4) Nothing major is planned for non-edu time this summer yet. We'll see what comes up.
A4: Non edu? I am planning a family trip, just down time, relaxation (in between all my edu plans)
A4: Reading, and spending time with my family. Want to take my daughter on a few nature adventures in NS.
(Sorry I'm late)
A4: Raising Monarchs. But, it's still somewhat edu.
Their population's not doing well.
https://t.co/xi6F3a0L1H
A4- Traveling when I can. Hoping to check out some new places I haven't been. That's always fun.
Headed to Pike's Peak and Rocky Mtn National Park after the Forum in Denver.
Awesome idea! And so important!
Q5: What are your edu plans for the summer?
A4 Getting my oldest ready for college.
A5. Training, Training and Training.
A4: Also, making a song/vid, dealing with invasive species. Really looking forward to that vid.
We are getting our youngest ready for college too. Going to be quiet around here.
A5) Twitter
And share to Twitter when I'm fortunate enough to attend EDU opportunites https://t.co/6W7MppRFb9
Q5: What are your edu plans for the summer?
A4 Summer??? Our busiest time of year. Looking forward to downtime on the beach in September!
Are you an edu outside of CMS school that wants to learn more about ? Sign up for PL Academy pl/cmslearns.org/pla
A5: Attended yesterday. is coming up. (my first) later this month. Twitter chats. Tutoring/teaching
Taking last literacy course in early July, then reading Like a Pirate series, as well as some Twitter chats!
Riding my Vulcan 750cc, flyin' planes, and Hittin the shore... Also... A few keynote speeches & presntations...Livin' the drea
. I grew about 175 milkweeds in my apt 6yrs ago for monarchs lessons. Maintenance thought they were something else.
A5: Reading, training, summer institute. Should be fun!
Q5: Reading the LAP series and going to the World Peace Game Master Class. Hopefully more Tweeting
A4 I'll be traveling through Europe!
I'm so envious! I bet it's going to be a game-changing experience!
A5: If the grant goes through, working on teacher resources w/ and their classroom ready neuroscience equipment
Hmmm the shore. Sound like Jersey talk. :-)
Nice and puny! I think it will be!
Mentoring new principals and admin thru the Leader-2-Leader program... I'm available a few dates in the summer if interested
. We were able to raise 7 monarchs from egg to butterfly. Great for math class and the kids learned and loved!
Very excited to meet my and collaboration hero this summer
At that time, did you know that the monarchs weren't doing well in their pop. status?
Have you crossed paths with or
Q6: Fun question and then we will wrap up with Q7. Are you looking forward to any of the new movies this summer?
. Have plenty of milkweed if raising from caterpillars. They eat a lot! Amazing when they "explode" b4 pupae
A6: Not even aware of any. A little out of the movie loop.
A6) Haha just saw the Ghost Busters Promo on the NBA finals. Star Wars Rogue 1 won't be released until December
I can wait for the new Jason Bourne movie.
Money Monster.... Then I'll watch Breakfast Club again....
. Yes, that is what inspired the lessons. We actually did a whole environmental project on saving monarchs. (1/2)
A6: Looking forward to Tarzan and Pete's Dragon...Ghostbusters too!
A6 what are movies? Don't know what is playing :)
I should probably read The BFG before the movie comes out.
A6: ABSOLUTELY! !!!!!!
=/\=
I would like to see Finding Dory. Am a fan of Pixar movies
One of our theaters showed BC on the big screen a couple of months ago.
One of the best books ever!
. 21st Century learners will have to collaborate to save/protect species and land . Start them on the path early.
Q7: What is your one take away from tonight or the one thing you absolutely want to do this summer? Edu or non edu?
Q6: Looking forward to and
So true! Ss r building a veggie garden for sustainable food. Talking about planting Milkweed. https://t.co/5c4z0Wz2kJ
. 21st Century learners will have to collaborate to save/protect species and land . Start them on the path early.
Q7: do more twitter chats and make more great connection
A7) Sounds like travelling is a fun thing to do! Plus more taco stops. Who doesn't like tacos?
(latest mention of tacos ever?)
Jill's topic for next week will drop at 8:55 so don't leave yet
A7: how inspiring and helpful Twitter chats are! This was my 1st and definitely isn't my last!
A7: LAP series and more Twitter chats. Would like to find them and use them.
A7: My take away is that there's some awesome tweets happening here at , and I should show up on time!
And we have had everyone of those students numerous times.
Review new challenges, and address new opportunities!
Late, but wanted to participate. Keisha, from sunshine state, HS teacher and grad student
A7: I want to chat with and make a plan to meet at
I'll be on volunteer duty! I think it's okay if someone seeks me out :) https://t.co/Yzw9wjgcFO
A7: I want to chat with and make a plan to meet at
I will be in Denver for the Forum June 25-26 anyone else from ?
Q7: And buying a passion planner right now!
A1) My year went FAST. I grew in implementing formative assessments and student feedback to drive my class.
I missed that: what is a passion planner?
What's a passion planner?
Sadly I can't make ISTE and meet or or any of you.
A2) I was introduced to student led centers and want to use this concept in a HS setting next year.
Thanks for another great chat & I can't do it w/o you.
A7 Hmmm ... Designing 4 STE(A)M schools & 100s of classrooms; lots of admin training; lots of keynotes ?
Join us next week when discusses Connecting Initiatives for Student-Centered Success w/ guest
Thank you so much for the chat this evening
BTW keep the conversation going after 9. and follow new tweeps you have discovered.
A7: I must earn my Google certifications.
Thank you so much for providing such an amazing and positive experience for my first Twitter chat!
Level 1 is straightforward as long as you've used Google. Level 2 can be trickier https://t.co/Z6GDtaUFcY
A7: I must earn my Google certifications.
A3) We implement AVID at our school. The summer conferences are always informative and the student speeches are amazing.
Thanks for the great chat + . Onward to
