#edcampusa Archive
The third annual Edcamp US DOED is brought to you by the Edcamp Foundation and the United States Department of Education. Edcamp US DOED was borne out of transparent collaboration between educators and policy makers. This page will capture all the thoughts and resources tweeted around the hashtag #edcampusa
Friday July 8, 2016
Sorry to hear that you couldn't make it. Will tweet out all day. Time to reflect and effect change.
Over 1200 events this year around the country! The community is building!
Amazing new learning opportunities emerging from edcamp foundation.
Have a great day of learning, ! Wish I could be there!
Since 2010 - there have been (perhaps) over 12,000 edcamps. Hard to track the data!
One of my favorite parts of - "Use your feet!" So many sessions to choose from today. Thankful for a full board!
Everyone's a comedian. LOL!
What a fantastic day ahead of you. Where is taking place?
swag?! Are you kidding me! We should totally test drive those baseball caps.
DC at the Department of Education.
. is helping teachers shadow teachers all over the country and implement what they learn at through impact grants. Wow!
. said she did not want to be "big brother" but she is definitely "big sister" helping us out!!
Great seeing . Where are you ? Want to introduce myself.
Already making memories. Can't believe I'm here. Looking forward to the social justice session today. https://t.co/3MKa5BuGw6
so fortunate to connect with you - let's talk after the session 1 please!
Thanks for hosting today!
Experience learning and making is key to facilitating the same
Excellent! Thanks! At today and am totally geeking out!
how do you apply for a grant like this?
edcamp has changed my life. Becoming a part of the larger edu community has transformed me!
Thank you to the for hosting today!
Learning Spaces, Genius Hour, and at . What are you doing today?
Professional learning in the most organic forum
I know! My former student is there today she is rocking it.
app is on the EdCamp Foundation website
I attend because I love learning, sharing, and connecting with other educators locally & around the world.
thank you for the resource!
organized professional learning without the constraints of a predetermined curriculum!
Just come find me and remind me! I'm repping with my shirt!
I learned about at a WI from and it changed my classroom; made me a believer!
Heat and humidity in D.C. is nothing compared to battling snow and mountains to get to edcamp yosemite.
That's the great thing about following virtually!
Learning that is relevant, timely, useful, and productive plus opportunity to make connections is
Of course ah yo'. ah 't .
He went there and I'm glad he did: talking about mourning loss of life, importance of us educating
How do we explain the unexplainable to our children?
"we can and must do better"
Thank you for taking a moment for us to reflect on the recent events in the lives of Americans & our role as educators.
We can and will do better as educators and reflect on history. Powerful! Dr. King
Thank you for moment of silence to acknowledge and reflect on loss of life and current state of tensions in USA
. on importance of reflection on the gap between aspirations & reality-for ourselves, our students, our country.
"Progress in education is only possible through the leadership of educators." at
Highest graduation rate since the president took office was last year. We still have work to do!
Dr. John King We have work to do
What does meaningful learning look like? How can equity and excellence be promoted?
"We have work to do" How do we find time to do projects we know will impact students?
"We can demand equity and excellence through the act"
Thank you for beginning our day with the acknowledgement of the recent loss of lives & moment to mourn
We are at a critical point in ed to provide opportunity for equality to ALL Ss. I am a world changer.
Definition of education excellence includes absenteeism. Ss who miss 15 days of school are missing critical time
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How are you engaging to to move Ed forward? Are we just taking about it or doing something?
"New law gets rid of one size fits all" "Commits to Pre-K"
via John King: All students need to see diversity in the front of their classrooms.
All students benefit from seeing a diverse workforce in education.
18% of our teachers are teachers of color. ALL Ss need diverse educators.
Diversity in education is key to student success.
"ALL students need to see diverse educators in their classrooms and schools"
All students benefit from having a diverse teaching profession.
By being intentional in our recruitment
"All Ss need to see diversity in the front of their classroom. All Ss need to see diversity in their admins."
We embrace change in technology. Do we embrace change in education and child development?Are we ready for a revolution?
We need high quality, sustaining, PD!@usedgov
"Make sure educator professional development is high quality and sustained."
Tote bags and one hit PD is so 1990's.
We need to make sure teachers are well compensated -
So how do we have not just PD, but continuing PD? Building community, , and a support system. https://t.co/6syH7NF2eK
got a round of applause when mentioning loan forgiveness, raising teacher compensation
All students need to see diversity in the classroom and administration.
Incarceration vs. education - where should states focus their funds? Seems like an easy answer to me...
it will literally take the proverbial village. It is the job of each and everyone of us.
Make sure teachers are well compensated! Why can't we get paid like an athlete!/
6 x increase in incarceration over education in US States
RT:Educators who attend edcamps r rockstars because they give up many Saturdays2 improve student growth.
How do we ensure our Ss don't just get to college but THROUGH college?
What do we do to ensure that our Ss don't just go "to" college but go "through" college?
How do we ensure students not only get to college but finish with a high quality degree?
I have enough bags. I need passionate educators who will work to make the difference that we want to see!
mentions Ss starting college but not finishing -- failure starts earlier than that
"We were once first in the world on college completion. Today we are thirteenth."
Together, we can get back to first in the world. Our success depends on it.
It was worth it! Can you msg me the Wi-Fi password?
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10. Train Teachers Like Doctors
2016/7/8 08:36 CDT https://t.co/IvleifByXY
Student loan = a vicious cycle!
"We want to ensure Ss get THROUGH college not just TO college!"
"We need to have better safe and secure schools to support their students socio-emotional development."
Love hearing mention that we need to support our LGBT Ss.
What if high schools were like college and was offered year round at kids paces? Student choice!
It's been less than two hours and I am in awe of this community and this experience.
Dr. John King Spirit of hope!
"We need to engage in this work in the spirit of hope."
I assume he is including vocational school too because all kids don't need college
"We must engage in our work with a spirit of hope."
We must hold I to the hope of what we can accomplish.
K-12 need to increase student exposure to higher ed work so they are successful in their higher ed degree programs.
Face for 5 year-old on 1st day of school is one of hope says -- we need to sustain that
Nervous about audio from sessions being uploaded. Feel like it might hinder conversation & create breaches of confidentiality?
If we don't live outside our comfort zone, our Ss are limited to our knowledge and that is not fair to them.
I found my glasses! There is a soul looking out for me!!
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at the session! is here taking pics!:)
Yes ma'am!! Maybe we can lunch together?
What session are you in at ? I really want to meet you today!
Thank you, , for your leadership, passion, and vision. Appreciate you starting our morning at !
"Innovation is like making cookies w/o a recipe...you have the ingredients, but what will you come up with?"
Innovation isn't a 'thing', it's a practice. It needs to be an integrated mindset, not an add-on to our classroom.
1st session is all about The collaboration is the key to success.
Talking learning spaces at Beyond the rows...
is creating an online class in how to design a
Breaking off to discuss how to create our own games! YEAH!
Thankful for my big hair! I feel like I'm photo bombing the picture! LOL!!
Hello to everyone at Have a wonderful day of learning!!! :)
is going to be releasing a "How To Make a Game" instructional video soon!
Thank you for your words today.
4 here from WI.... and ...not sure who the other is?
go to local colleges and ask them for furniture they don't want
How do we measure what matters?
How do you encourage cultural innovation in your school?
when you change the structure of the room, you can change the climate, culture, management
Thinking about edu's at like wishin i was thr
u need Session 2 Gamification or MSpaces4Every1
Hello! Your name was just brought up at ; do you have any resources to recommend about arranging classrooms?
there will always be a camp of ppl who will say "will this work?" have them come to your classroom and see
the history of schooling is often telling Ss to do things we don't do
what better way to make ppl feel what Ss feel is to have them sit in a Ss desk
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Q for Teachers: Do you value innovation? Do you just look to just check boxes in your classroom or are you open to new ideas?
Multiple types of space in a class 1st - whole room 2nd - collaborative 3rd - individual. How do you effectively use each?
We use "Proof of Concept" instead, particularly if it's something that we plan/hope to implement full-scale
we should host a movement 4 a politician from each state to spend an hour in a classroom on the same day https://t.co/JVC18wHnIo
To me, the value of innovation is being able to reach Ss individually, esp. with the changing culture. https://t.co/g6ZVOYI1ND
How do you want learning to change as a result of flexible learning spaces? -
I hear likes to work w/Ts and Ss to design learning spaces
. and her team played Breakout EDU and they unlocked the box!
yes ma'am! I'm typically about a year or two behind you in coolness. First and now :)
Empower teachers by letting them know it is okay to fail. Allow risk.
I broke out of @ I can totally see how engaging this would be for Ss. Such a great experience!
so right -changes have to be built around kind of learning you want to drive. Student input also keyl
Ok. I may just be in love with ! TY !
Admin: Encourage your Ts to take risks, try new things, and it's okay to fail! Hearing that gets things moving.
There are powerful implications for the pedagogical changes facilitated/necessitated by changing the physical learning space
Interesting to consider. As an extrovert married to an introvert, it's important to meet all needs. https://t.co/jMLbIBGAQo
Can we get a heads-up when our session is being recorded either by audio or on Periscope?
too many people are trying to be in control of their classroom, but its about the kids and the space for them
having a variety of options for Ss is inviting them into the learning space
talks about what we call classrooms-what is it like if we call it a learning lab? Or studio?
So glad that there are notes on the various sessions @ If you are periscoping a session can you share! https://t.co/NxgymHjmw2
Just introduced the room to YOU! follow this administrator for stellar ways to use social media for campus engagment
What if we made our classrooms places of inspiration and less schooly?
Mind blowing up w/possibilities of powering thru struggle for kids! All content areas-All levels! https://t.co/ExfecNQqXs
are you creating a classroom for you or for the Ss? How do we honor culture of care for all people in rm?
how do we help Ts who set up rooms as museums or over-stimulation? It's a balance
. would be AMAZING for team building, growth mindset, 7 Habits, etc for our Ss !
The difference between acting crazy and being innovative is writing it down (data).
Discussing social media and student involvement at and am thinking of all the great students I know on Twitter!
Really valuable to shadow students for a day and see what how they learn and what learning spaces look like to them.
Yes-using critical friends also good strategy to evaluate yr space - suggested from Remake Your Class
I did not know OER was a thing and am hearing very enlightening comments from and
Be mindful of what is distracting to Ss in our classrooms. What hinders learning?
we are piloting 26 model classrooms for next year - exciting to see it will changes
Oh my... I loved the "hot mess express" phrase it is the best way to talk about risk and it is okay to fail.
Yes-ask our students. we have designed env for ourselves
manyways to elicit Ss input- Remake Class suggests listening wall, interv.
if we don't have explicit, structured systems for soliciting student input, it won't happen.
Love this that came out during our chat on sustaining innovation at
I really want to have good classroom design, but all my lab furniture is bolted down. Ideas? https://t.co/T362O9MCSW
I'm in another room, but I'd love to hear the ideas to answer this one. Hopefully it's on the notes.
Don't just put products on the wall, show the processes that result in those products.
discusses that classroom walls should reflect process not just end product -- what does it look like right now
Through all of these conversations, I'm mindful of the 'here's what, so what, now what' thinking frame. How do we move forward?
taped up bubble wrap to wall, Ss would push bubble on way in, if REALLY stressed out, get up n pop 2, sit down
probably a safety violation
Best way to do it for free/cheap? If it's abt learning-then making changes that invite Ss.
Looking at scores/data to know where you have flexibility to take risks. Low areas are open to innovation.
Again, Remake your class model is a terrific example of classroom rethought for cheap.
Libraries a model for flexible furniture, often--Ss manage to learn in there! Thanks for that comment.
Low areas are the squeaky wheels, innovation is the grease.
I loved it, too. Kids will absolutely jump aboard if we call it this or something equally cute. https://t.co/9krGsjWN4P
Elem Ss dig deep when they buy in. They build understanding through passion. Inquiry learning helps drive that passion.
Space design is all about the learning you are designing for
Thanks Julie! I'm encouraged, inspired, and blown away by the superstars in my PLN.
Hope is going great and that I get to attend next year. Following the feed for now!
Exactly! Worst case scenario, the wheels still squeak and you have to change brands of grease.
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It's time for something different
I am going to a workshop at in a few! I look forward to sharing resources with you soon!
Shout out to Kentucky teachers engaging in innovative of today!
If you are creating games take advantage of incentives!
In Originals, talks about innovation in terms of this + 'new things in old ways.' Both can be effective.
our goal as educators is to create a cycle of greatness. It starts w/how we choose to treat one another
are you at too? Seems all my favorite DC ed peeps are there! Are the notes linked somewhere for all sessions?
well go figure, mentioned during the session at wishing you were here for this discussion!
Are you working with any school-wide design thinking efforts? Someone asking for others doing so in the session
Thank you! I saw your link to google doc for notes.
Shout out to Kentucky's finest teachers at Sword of Ed Camp today!!!
flexible seating and room form/function need to reflect traditional and non-traditional learners alike
best points of contact would be & . They literally wrote the book on it.
. getting props for encouraging Liberty schools to invest $$ in staff instead of traditional resources
gets a shout out for their focus on design thinking for educators at
is there too & has a recent blog post re: Wonder if you'll connect?
"Sit here." says "don't care who you are. "What works for you?" says "We're in this learning thing together."
we can be the worst at peer pressuring each other as educators, yet we push Ss to be individuals
What? EdCampOER?? Sounds like a plan!
certainly; it helps build contextual frames for adoption. Great conversations can start with, "so this is like _____"
two words: whiteboard paint!
maybe less extensive would be to ask a custodian to help you move some things.
Love that your sharing notes on your Google doc...enjoying of vicariously through all of you!
I wish we could have timed this so our visits overlapped! I'm here for and ran into :)
what will you do in your class that requires you to take a risk?
RT:Our schls should never set up classrms 2b gr8 testing environs; Yikes. Focus should always be on the LEARNERS.
I haven't gotten that far, but as I develop my classroom and 'start of school year' plans I'm going to keep it in mind.
I want to bestow a sharing, collaborative mindset of open, passionate learners
I feel you- I have outlets the protrude from the floor 2".
RT : I want to bestow a sharing, collaborative mindset of open, passionate learners
listen, learn, and lead: how do we hear the voice of Ts to give them what they need? Ts need to know we're listening
What exactly is the Genius Hour? Stay tuned, I'll let you know.
Session 2 Professional Learning: Encouraging Passion and Growth (How to get people to the table) https://t.co/OFSglQbYbt
We need to create a culture where people are listening. YES,
When school and district leaders encourage teachers to take strategic risks, students and staff flourish
Kentucky is well repped at . When I go nationally to events, I see KY edus talking/walking the walk
Loving meeting my virtual PLN in real life!
How do you get inquiry into your classroom?
Passion projects! Let Ss do projects on WHATEVER they are passionate about! Awesome idea!
sitting behind , listening to the awesomeness
"Professional Learning: Encouraging Passion and Growth (How to get people to the table)" huge issue https://t.co/qp0wWxr3Cn
So much awesome in this room!
Makerspaces are for every school and every kid.
Which session are you in?
In the session! "I still hoard garbage!"
on : : for all Ss, all schools!
3 Genius Hours per year, w/ structured feedback from students. Making something on the 3rd one. Love this concept
RT : "Professional Learning: Encouraging Passion/Growth (How 2 get people 2 table)" huge issue https://t.co/dhVBTAhh9E
I'm in the Professional Learning: Encouraging Passion and Growth session now.
Genius Hour: old Google philosophy. Employees received 80% of time to work, 20% to explore. Can we use this in the classroom?
: Evry time I attend, I get more info from the collective braintrust than I do attending several conference sessions!
To build a , it sounds like you need to be a junk collector!
"I've died and gone to a ." <--excited to see this phrase taking off . :)
So how do we keep the requirements without having too many and making it feel like "school" https://t.co/sAvOoXxc3g
RT::Evry time I attend,I get more info from the collect braintrust than I do attending seve conf sessions!
Talking about poverty and its impact in edu & Ss lives in rm 126 at
I'm sitting in a session thinking about your presentation from . I need to pick your brain on PBL.
Idea for Starting Makerspace in K: Scavenger hunt in classroom, have Ss find things not in use to start their own space! YES!
Target innovators and early adopters to lead change & bring others to the table But how do you get those first few to buy in?
Talking about understanding where our Ss come from (home life, anxiety, mental illness) in Room 124.
A Makerspace doesn't have to be confined to one space, don't limit making to one area! You can "MAKE" outside, in the hall, etc.
Thinking about collaboration on a wider scale. Listening to stories of high/elementary pairings for Genius Hour.
Too many good sessions! I want to do ALL THE THINGS!!!
As leaders, need to find PD or ideas that Ts are interested in to generate buy-in; just like Ts need to find what motivates kids.
Inquiry learning: Start with a non-Googleable question on the Wonder Wall. Love this idea!
if you put out a request for "stuff" and call it upcycling, you'll get a ton of stuff!!!
That seems like quite a task, I always say Google knows everything... So what's the answer?
need a question that requires personal opinion, ethics, or not one “right” answer
How do you reframe inquiry in the age of Google? You use Google to reframe the question itself.
culture of trust is not just top down, it's bottom up, too.
You shouldn't have to wait until you get to college to see a teacher that looks like you-
As Ts, we have to live in the tension between passion & structure. Even more important is that these aren't mutually exclusive
I'm getting great ideas for & today! Great minds in the room!
in our inquiries, we use questions like Was the Cold War an act of war or an act of peace?
Journaling as a way of sharing an inquiry experience based on career options for high schoolers. Neat idea.
we don't want Ss to be us, we want them to be better version of themselves
Also took pres Kennedy-Obama. Ss then had to rank their top 5 and justify why they gave them the rank.
We don't care what you do, we want you to better.
Sounds great! Will connect with you to get a game plan! Love !
Making assumptions, regardless of socioeconomic status, does not help Ss. Obvious, so why do we?
I need to thank for inspiring me to continue to grow as an educator. This is definitely a great place for growth.
Why limit them to our knowledge level? Plus, I'm way more boring than they are!!
is not for everyone, we all learn differently, and it doesn't mean someone's not passionate or good at what they do
MAKE=PLAY .. So much learning can happen during play and in
THIS! Be the change you wish to see in the world (or PD, or school). Water the grass on your side first. https://t.co/vuisZ5yYeq
Plus, the Ss feed off of your excitement for learning! I had 10+ Ss help me at my EdCamp and want to come back!
And to think, I use to get in trouble for using the word "play" with PD or learning in the classroom. https://t.co/Z0MiyncFm9
Talking Gamification in Education with and at
Feeling so by this amazing at today! We are the future!
RT : Feeling so by this amazing at today! We are the future!
Instead of the grass being greener on the other side, water yours first.
Love this idea, particularly for standards integration in CCSS writing domain
Learning about Responsive Classroom and how a school community can set the tone for the day.
The struggle/blessing of being at an so many sessions that speak to me & I can get what I need by moving my feet!
Hearing and seeing so many great ideas to share with
We also examined whether the 1920's was roaring or boring.
Excited to hear about all the awesome info from
Also asked the Ss to determine for which groups WWII was worth it?
Fav lesson from my teacher prep as example of inquiry: Was John Brown insane or a genius?
How can we change and shift by brining more students into the conversations
RT:ALL Ss need 2see diversity in the front of their classrm & in school leadership.
I had 17 yo Ss arguing about whether Hoover deserves to be on worst 10 presidents list!!
Bring in kids & parents to PD, Edcamps, In-service, etc. for part of the conversation. All stakeholders included.
Buy-in comes with personal experience; giving teachers an opportunity shows them what they're capable of.
I had 10+ at mine &they were invaluable in sharing their experience.They want to come back, even if they've graduated!
Yesterday, I learned that is archiving every public tweet. Thrilled to think about that w/ regard to resources!
Create problem finders, not just problem solvers.
The genius hour session currently has a young man who graduated from HS two weeks ago!
She is absolutely amazing! (But she had to have an amazing Ss for it to take hold!) You both rock!
Listen, Learn, Lead: Go listen to the conversation, learn what they need, lead the change!
So much better if they identify the problem to be solved. Their probs and mine are totally different.
RT : Listen, Learn, Lead: Go listen to the conversation, learn what they need, lead the change!
Hey ! I'm giving you a shout out here at for your books
Future of EdCamp? Post an Incubator idea - group helps with the design process
Like the idea of differentiating sessions at an EdCamp. Has value for people new to the process. Baby steps!
Love it! How did they get a spot? Invite? Open?
Like it... go through design process ... a deeper dive hmm Like Startup Weekend EDU In a way. https://t.co/IQGl645nq7
I asked certain Ss and then word caught on. Next April, I hope to have even more!
Thankful that were at this year!
A is not about the stuff - some of the most successful things are the most inexpensive things
Great session: Student AMA: Ask me anything! Student panel did q and a. People loved it!
A true process of inquiry should be never-ending.
do you know ? Pitt guy part of EdCamp Pitt
So many different struggles & pressures for Ss from all socioeconomic status. Learning a lot here & diff kinds of absent Ps
Assessing student-led inquiry process based on growth and feedback from peers and self. Culminating self-grade at the end of year
"It's like anything is possible here" - heard from a student in their
So important also to show that you are on a life long inquiry journey! Walk the walk!
Beautiful. I would love to encourage this at our next local/regional/state edcamp.
Students should believe that anything is possible
Keep teaching our children acceptance empathy respect, be with what is different fr u, possible to disagree and still love
RT : Be sure to follow today. Lots of great learning.
We also had Ss in our makerspace to show Ts new to the idea.
RT: Keep tchg our children acceptance empathy respect, b w/ what is different fr u, poss to disagree and still love
Just came up at ...are students invited to the ?
Bullpen! BOOM! So happening at this upcoming year!
Creating a PLN Plaza at helps keep conversations going even if the session ends. Edcamp isn't on a bell system!
Where can you take conversations outside of your time? The idea of a PLN plaza! A space to finish convos!
Do you have plans for lunch? A bunch of us are meeting at the DOE seal if you want to join!
Using backchannels and hangouts are a great way to continue conversations after sessions
Reshaping my thinking... I tend to push the nay-sayers away! https://t.co/E5lBHHXNob
Put your nay-sayers on your team! It creates buy-in and provides alternative viewpoints.
Design Thinking is the way to relate a makerspace to any content area. It is at the heart of a
Design thinking can relate any subject to a . Maker programs need to be built around
Reflect after exp., who can you talk to back at home? Who can you share your learning with? Maybe go into Edcamp w/this in mind.
Edcamp Idea: Color-coded schedule...some rooms are led by a 'teacher', some are conversation based, some are sharing of ideas.
. Makerspaces should be based on design thinking
Everyone at needs to schedule a specific, dedicated time next week to go through notes, cull resources, & make action plans
wow, look at my belly. I need a salad
RT: Design Thinking is the way2 rel8 a makerspace2 any content area.It's at the heart of a
Especially helpful for those that are nervous about the process and feel outside of their comfort zone.
"raising healthy skeptics"
How can we differentiate Edcamp further? Attendees are at all different levels, from Twitter noobs to professional makerspacers.
Being in the room doesn't make you "in the session". For those use to being in control, EdCamp may be a difficult transition
I spy in the pace session at !
Yes! We, as Edcamp usuals, need to also push ourselves to include/welcome new ppl, and model the rule of two feet.
The can be a safe place to fail
you have a doppleganger at ! (shorter, but dead ringer!)
Yes! So how do we apply that feeling to “regular” classes and help all kids feel free to fail?
RT: Yes! We, as Edcamp usuals, need2 also push ourselves2 include/welcome new ppl,& model the rule of two feet.
Ts can tell when the 'token' admin is only 'in the room', and that does NOT help with buy-in. https://t.co/K95BPE54an
Being in the room doesn't make you "in the session". For those use to being in control, EdCamp may be a difficult transition
So true! Sometimes I get so engrossed in what I am learning, I forget to reach out.
I think we also need to address gender and personalities in Makerspaces. Some participants overpower others.
I also get distracted by finding my Edcamp peeps and not engaging a new attendee.
We can't imagine what the world is going to look like, should help students become comfortable with something new
Noticed the same with BreakoutEDu activities. Sometimes certain indiv. dominate the group.
Districts are having once or four times a year based on the great feedback from leaders and educators
Same! New goal: reach out to at least 5 newbies at each edcamp! On it!!
Want students to cite sources? Teachers need to do the same in their lessons and classroom presentations.
So many discussions/solutions at are revolving around the concept of collaborative communities. The mission is alive!
We need to plan for not only the tools and gadgets and learning, but the social dynamics in Makerspaces.
Walking the walk is so important in so many different aspects of our profession.
We need to plan for not only the tools and gadgets and learning, but social dynamics in Makerspaces.
RT: I think we also need2 address gend& personalities in Makerspaces.Some particips overpwr others
Have to make sure that EdCamp doesn't jump the shark!
Can a help teach empathy to students?
Would love to see this happen in our Wisco schools! https://t.co/Bnte3HcEgX
Districts are having once or four times a year based on the great feedback from leaders and educators
How do u teach empathy? In Makerspace setting, opp. to teach Ss to listen to each other, respect pace of others.
let's keep it up! is the way of the future! https://t.co/tt2C73DgV3
Districts are having once or four times a year based on the great feedback from leaders and educators
great ideas inspiring innovative teaching & inspiring better pd and engaging all teachers as differentiated learners
indeed! Having a blast and learning much!!!
Hug, handshake, or high 5...a great way to start each day for Ss. I do it everyday!
I am so passionate about Edcamp and the PD model it is, I want to be able to infect others with my passion and improve PD.
Libraries are a natural center for Making in schools; can distrib. resources, hold events
Sounds like a jumping off point for the next session at re: the future of edcamp
RT: We need 2plan4 not only the tools& gadgets and lrng, but the social dynamics in Makerspaces.
Part of the benefit as a teacher in trying Maker activities in a group, is seeing what it feels like to be Ss. See the needs.
Teachers teach the way they were taught, are leaders leading the way they were lead? Is this a detriment?
Ask your students, 'How do you want to show me what you have learned?'
Stepping out of the way is a powerful way to lead. Let people explore their passions.
Sometimes the greatest way to lead is to step aside and give others opportunities to lead, empowering them.
Stepping out of the way is a powerful way to lead. Heard at
SOO wish I was there with you both! Get his contact info if you can - would love to connect!
Teachers teach the way they were taught. Leaders lead the way they were led.
This would be an amazing BOY question and to continue asking all year long. https://t.co/HQaHJkPrAy
Ask your students, 'How do you want to show me what you have learned?'
"Instead of Ss consuming, let's get the" producing!"
Ending our session with discussions about communicating with parents
PD that includes researching, research your problem, work towards a solution. What a powerful way to learn!
I think you could still use many of the same activities. Just modify it for your kids as I did mine. Good luck!
"Instead of Ss consuming, let's get them producing."
Jump in! Let students drive it! I didn't have all the answers and that turned out to be the best part!
Yes Yes Yes!! why aren't you distance participating in this chat!? https://t.co/jFfKVC2EjS
"Instead of Ss consuming, let's get them producing."
I want Ss who can show me the "road" they walked to create their final product. Why did you make the decisions you did?
Be purposeful in the emails you send! A great way to personalize learning by sparking interesting in subject line!
Just curious... how many ppl at also got to attend last years awesome event?
Definitely. You're a great resource for what I've been wanting to do myself. I'll be in touch!
participants can follow event at the US DOED at
Q to Ss: "What do YOU want to learn about this year?" Inquiry learning, individualized learning, student-based learning.
so we have to be innovative in the way we build relationships! Share the days...empower others
teacher should be a co-learner in the classroom. We make activities that we do no t know how they end
Awesome session in rm 126- a small but mighty group here. We covered a lot!
Great app for digital portfolio for is
Because I am rebuilding my makerspace. new ideas breed new designs
share pics and ideas...create an app teachers can use to spur innovation
I am currently adding a new snap circuit station
Cool! https://t.co/c8oyEQWmEC
putting a small piece of paper into a bucket in when someone fails. Then from there reading them at the end of month.
We follow the 3 question model "what did you do?" "What did you learn?" and "what questions do you have?"
This model fits the maker mindset and allows for a variety of activities
means personalized process of discovery
Every conversation we have about test scores takes away from the conversation about HOW to change the LEARNING
try and hook up with and from at 😀👊🏼👍🏼
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: Social Justice and Culturally Relevant Practices in the Classroom! Last session of the day!!!
I can already tell Session 3 social justice room is going to be solid. Amazing energy
Yummy lunch - filled my "friday fish fry" need w/tilapia! Now I am recharged for the afternoon
A new thought for my classroom: display process rather than just product in regards to student work.
We must topple the "class museum" that is all about the teacher instead of the students.
Edcamp always goes so fast. Excited for the ideas to keep flowing at the after party!
So great meeting "Josh". He's the man, and we're going to hang professionally and personally https://t.co/TYnESRH4Oc
When it comes to grassroots movements, how do we make sure we are the fertilizer and not the lawn mower?
New session. ": Social Justice and Culturally Relevant Practices in the Classroom"
your school's PD. Points for attending, points for implementing, points for observing--all totally voluntary
Love this Matthew! https://t.co/Scc7d1yiZl
When it comes to grassroots movements, how do we make sure we are the fertilizer and not the lawn mower?
1 hour T determined sessions after school for optional PD or 15 minute first thing in the AM to do one aspect of one platform
Ss need a historical and political context for current events, dating back as far as needed with different viewpoints presented.
all of you make me think, make me a better person and educator
30 min every day: 'Tell me about your culture' sharing time. How can we do this with cultural sensitivity?
. says Ts want PD to be participatory and engaging, so why don't we model that at conferences and PD sessions?
Get to know where your Ss come from (sharing about culture, experiences and thoughts).
Talking about how to make PD more powerful! Love the idea of ! I want to implement this next year!
And badges! But who would manage this kind of system? https://t.co/awHpoUxGP3
your school's PD. Points for attending, points for implementing, points for observing--all totally voluntary
I've head this called Lunch and Learn.
we should do this as human beings, as children and adults. Imagine the power of that. https://t.co/mfTEDKtKu6
30 min every day: 'Tell me about your culture' sharing time. How can we do this with cultural sensitivity?
Meaningful PD: Job embedded and focused on your needs!
we have a teacher led PD team at our school. A team like that would be perfect.
Don't forget about the students with a digital shadow - not only a footprint.
"focus less on how can i help them, and instead, let them help me."
Student voice and choice at !
Attending PD is one thing, but getting Ts to follow through is the hard part. How do we bridge that gap?
Go into another teacher's classroom and look for the "awesome you can borrow."
More words of wisdom from bring teacher walks to your school. So powerful!
As one in a position of privilege, I can model to my Ss that I care about them and their struggles, and will advocate for them.
I was having a hard time figuring this out. Guskey's model of evaluation for PD has opened my eyes.
you should tag any tweet involving with he deserve super praise
Everything starts with building relationships, starting a (possibly tough) conversation, mutual respect and love.
it's about building relationships: make learning relatable, build trust, love them like they're yours - it's about humanity
When I saw him, I thought that had grown a few inches or come to in disguise
"It's about building relationships." Powerful conversation about students and social justice. https://t.co/edLjKRHGnN
"If you don't build a relationship with each individual student as a whole child, then you're going to lose them."
You are wise man Barry. I knew I liked you for a reason. :-) https://t.co/Iz54uDlNGG
it's about building relationships: make learning relatable, build trust, love them like they're yours - it's about humanity
Packed room of diverse educators at discuss the importance of building trust and integrating cultural relevance in classrooms.
We shouldn't stick to the 'usual' cultural integration, but include it more naturally in different areas.
according to the first step in a Title I classroom is building relationships on day one
First step in EVERY classroom should be building relationships. https://t.co/7d4qV07u70
according to the first step in a Title I classroom is building relationships on day one
love her insights on relationships - Focus on being real and continue to curate it with your students!
wish you were in the room as we talk at
Music and food...two easy ways to begin cultural integration and awareness in the classroom.
Talking about creating powerful PD for Ts at - how do we "convince" Ts to truly participate in active PD?
Thank you Mary! Sounds great!
Sending Good Vibes to at !
Wow! The brainstorming of different assessment tools is amazing!!
Book recommendation: For White People Who Teach In The Hood (and the Rest of Y'all Too)
discussion on cultural relevance, "Everything begins with a relationship...but you have to be authentic with what you're doing."
Roving subs or Ps/APs subbing for a period allow for teacher walkthroughs. What do you think, ?
If you've run a faculty edcamp, would you share your experience to ? How'd it go? Would you do it again? What were logistics like?
Host an in house at the end of the year then follow up at the beginning. Awesome idea!
Facilitation vs presentation: Know the difference & know when it needs to be used. This can make a difference in PD.
culturally relevant pedagogy isn't important, except it is. 2+2 may = 4, but if you don't know your Ss...
We're about to run one . I would love to hear feedback on this too! https://t.co/dTquda3a5Y
If you've run a faculty edcamp, would you share your experience to ? How'd it go? Would you do it again? What were logistics like?
When we expect Ss to leave their cultural identity at the door & conform to our idea of 'student', we create trauma.
Powerful words! https://t.co/QiOr7WPYT0
When we expect Ss to leave their cultural identity at the door & conform to our idea of 'student', we create trauma.
When Ss lose their cultural identity at the door, that is not an ideal environment for learning. It's traumatic/degrading.
Host an in house offering county mandated sessions all day in designated rooms and everything else in other rooms
we need to know when to put lesson plans aside. See our Ss, read their body language, facial expressions
Sometimes we need to set the lesson plan down and talk about what's real in our Ss lives NOW (local, national, global scale).
as a society were are so polarized where we must choose and defend sides. We anesthetize ourselves and each other
We need to help Ss be successful, by their definition, w/o sacrificing their culture or personality. Our definition =/= theirs.
"We integrated the schools but not the curriculum."
무더운여름🍺 강남풀살롱 에서 꿀떡🍯 매직미러 강남야구장
Along with relationships, we need to create a safe space to share differences, ask Qs, and learn about each other.
Do we need to to mandate that at every grade level, cultural empathy and discourse needs to be taught?
Since the 2008, states have reduced spending on public higher education by 17%, while tuition has risen by 33%.
Are we truly using formative assessments to inform next steps or choices for students and teachers in our classrooms?
Students need safe spaces to talk about important topics in their lives. Sometimes, "you need to put the lesson plan aside."
Seems crazy to think that we need to consider a mandate for this. Isn't this just being human?
This question resonates so much this week. https://t.co/ih8DrKKAix
Do we need to to mandate that at every grade level, cultural empathy and discourse needs to be taught?
We all live in the 'real-world' right now. Events happen to real people in real places. Create safe space for convos/Qs.
A great way to start days throughout your week! https://t.co/8MPPAP2kTs
I start class w/"daily" to get convos going: Motivation Mon, Trivia Tue, World News Wed, Throwback Thurs, Famous People/Place Fri.
be sure to link up w/ a great friend of mine at Great friend/father/educational leader
Are districts providing cultural diversity training? If not, times have changed and it's time to start.
All educators, students, parents - Check out the session board links. We had great discussions today! https://t.co/3aYhsEw6zO
Awesome to hear about to promote student voice & choice in secondary classrooms!
Ooo, those are GREAT ways to start the day, and can go so many different directions based on need!
WAY too kind, my friend. You're my ambassador of quan!
We can't reduce cultures to certain months, festivals, cuisine, factoids, place in American history.
Just met at and she is from 🇵🇦 like my family. Nice meeting and connecting with you.
I am learning so much by listening to others speak during session at
both of those characters are to my right!
If we try to be culturally relevant but are ignorant, we make things worse. Ex. 'Day of the Dead' is not universally Hispanic.
Connect students with learning as much as we are connected with our phones
It's hard to teach something we aren't. Bring in resources, Ss, parents to help you learn and grow, show Ss you care.
Just learned about Tweetchat from
How about having PD for teachers that is NOT about education, like yoga. knitting, etc to build camaraderie ? Genius Hour for Ts
Genius hour meets Edcamp format meets PD?
Kids are having discussions about the world. If we refuse to join those conversations, we devalue what they care about.
I'm not sure. Does seem that acts are more violent now, but again, is SM making me more aware?
the fact that you can learn on social media and that you need to be connected is the most important thing for teacher to know
Yes! We do that, we have a wellness committee. Weekly walks, yoga, etc.... https://t.co/5dDLnknXtZ
How about having PD for teachers that is NOT about education, like yoga. knitting, etc to build camaraderie ? Genius Hour for Ts
It starts with you. Look within at your own biases before you can attempt to influence change in your classroom
Social justice isn't just about the plight of a certain group. It's also about their contributions.
Add a why are you interested in this section to your forms to kickoff conversations
Who's stories can our Ss relate to - dig into? Let the Ss have the conversations and be responsive
Be open, listen, and build relationships
That would be so awesome!
you're crazy! you must've been talking to
Giving students a voice and choice. Give teachers voice and choice in PD - model what you want to occur in the classroom
ideas.... choose best topics from June & bring in students to talk about the same topic in September
I agree Diane. SM really does make us face our demons that we had hidden in the closet.
Great idea. With burnout rates, so important. PD = Personal Development, not just Professional Development.
Regarding culturally relevant texts "We need mirrors instead of windows." - Can't just be a focus for one unit
Hey I am bragging about your awesome makerspace for last year!
We need to manipulate state standards to be more culturally relevant. Egyptians? Nah, teach about the Nubians.
thanks for the tweets from wish I was there!
I know! So many different angles/concepts in the story, cast, characters, music! I could talk about it forever.
Don't forget about our students. Unique struggle that is ignored, especially if they are a person of color.
Hello my friend! I was singing your praises thee past 2 days at
sounds like a lot of convos here at https://t.co/GebP3lXX2P
What do you need, as a student, to be successful? "Better opportunity, new ways to go to college."
What are we going to do as educators to help fix the mess we have been living? That we have always been living?
What tangible steps are YOU taking to move beyond your own bias?
"It's easy to let your own biases silence students' voices."
My new thing to look into: Layered Curriculum. I will be in touch as I explore!
We're wrapping up our day at . What is ONE THING you'll change this year because of the ideas & people you've met today?
Thanks Julie :) You are great. I just saw your idea in my timeline and explored the #. is rocking with great ideas!
Add in a couple different formative assessments. https://t.co/SQQh7MCAI6
We're wrapping up our day at . What is ONE THING you'll change this year because of the ideas & people you've met today?
How many culturally relevant texts are in your libraries? Is there a correlation with your students' interest in reading?
And what texts would people recommend? https://t.co/vsHooHGbdC
How many culturally relevant texts are in your libraries? Is there a correlation with your students' interest in reading?
To get more girls interested in coding. Check out the "Mentors" section
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Picture books are a great visual medium to integrate diversity. No more Junie B. Jones! https://t.co/LwfCVZSwMD
How many culturally relevant texts are in your libraries? Is there a correlation with your students' interest in reading?
Too focused in this last session of to Tweet! Check us out at .
Great lunch conversation today re: Thank you for sharing your time and insights!
I did not have the confidence in myself as a person or professional to lead anything in edu. Kudos to you
Host short playdates after to keep the conversation going.
Love the idea of a FedEx day to work on what you have learned during PD or EdCamps.
Be honest: how many ppl read a doc and then adopt the opinion? It happens in edu. A lot.
We focus on the smallest things w/ our Ss (pull up your pants/no pencil) w/o knowing what's going on. Don't create more stress.
Says the "humans of New York" project (sharing stories on SM) can be done in your school
we need to focus on what's really important, and THAT is not really important. https://t.co/u20b4vVXCG
We focus on the smallest things w/ our Ss (pull up your pants/no pencil) w/o knowing what's going on. Don't create more stress.
Create a 'Humans of [your school]' project to give to diverse culture.
Seriously? It is after 2 already... Time always flies at an edcamp
are we going to do it at tweetup or before we leave here???
. wow thank you for all the kind words. But, your success is because you are !
My 1st ever Edcamp at was awesome!!!
This is not the end, but the beginning of great things. I am charged and ready!! Who is coming along with me on this adventure?
Thank you for allowing me to participate in via
The energy at is lightening in a bottle.
Learned so much at . Thank you for your hospitality, !
Connections, conversations & collaboration. What a fantastic day here at
Fantastic and thoughtful conversation - many things to think about and discuss with new contacts
Thank you and for an amazing day of & building our at
Wait until this year. I have some new tools.
thanks for the great day, conversations
lovely to meet you in the last session today! Good luck w/your school year!
thanks for the speech this morning, outstanding thoughts
We want to give a big shoutout to and today! They're representing at in DC!
You know, you can speak to each other directly since you are standing right next to each other 😂 https://t.co/UkApavDDrB
