#edtechchat Archive
#Edtechchat focuses on Education Technology. Co-founder Tom Murray says #edtechchat "connects us professionally with inspiring educators from all over the world, all of who encourage us to be better every day for the children and families we serve.”
Monday April 18, 2016 8:00 PM EDT
Welcome to ! Please introduce yourself and where you’re joining us from and share your personal mission!
Hi, I'm Kayleigh, a freshman studying elementary education at Grove City College in PA and this is my second ed tech chat!
Howdy all. Ready to get inspired, and with
is excited to welcome as our guest moderator tonight
Dee from Hernando Florida 😊
Andrea from CO, STEM teacher at educational technology graduate student
What's up everyone Mike from PA
Dani from NJ, SS SpEd T. Excited to be here supporting !
Dan, ES principal in Houston. Good evening
Eric joining from an evening faculty meeting at a boarding school in PA: Mission: awaken young minds to world of great ideas.
Jennifer from FL! Literacy specialist & my passion is connecting classrooms of the world through technology! Excited for !
Jennifer from Orlando, Instructional Coach
Make sure to add to all of your tweets tonight for this chat. Your voice matters!
Ross, PA by way of C-T…Personal mission: Humble, hungry, and always the hardest worker in the room.
Joey D from Flagler, Florida. District Technology Coordinator or Innovation
Kelly from upstate NY. On a mission to make access to gen Ed a reality for all despite disabilities
We will use a Q1, Q2… format for Questions during . Please use the A1, A2… format for answers.
Alex here from , FL... My mission is to pull students' tomorrows into their today's by creating the future daily😄
Julie- tech coordinator from Chattanooga, TN
Good evening from NJ! Glenn Robbins, MS principal trying to improve the lives of all Ss&Ts in autonomous/supportive culture
Awesome seeing preservice T here!! Welcome! https://t.co/0TYgliORvA
Hi, I'm Kayleigh, a freshman studying elementary education at Grove City College in PA and this is my second ed tech chat!
Hello everyone, Ylonka from Dominican Republic, looking forward to learn with you all
Tina from TN, , mostly lurking tonight from son's Bball game
Scott in PA. Making technology seamless and an agent for change.
Hi, Rachelle from Pittsburgh, SPan Teacher, Mission = keep learning, find new ways to help Ss learn
Personal mission is to leverage technology to connect as many students as I can to new learning opportunities
Hi all. Sarah from S. FL. 3rd grade teacher and also grad student in Instructional Technology.
Ashley K-6 library media specialist, AASL Knowledge quest blogger, and writer from Arkansas joining tonight.
Hi! Kathleen from NY, 3rd grade teacher
Good Evening! Abe, MS Admin. In NC
Melissa from Hernando County
Casey from MO. Inst Tech Specialist PreK-12. First time participant
Social Studies student teacher. Looking to integrate tech into my lessons.
Q1 coming up in 1 minute on .
Ty MIA, FL. Mission is to motivate young readers of fiction.
Hah, that looks so awesome! Please bring me some food.
Hi my name is Ben Tkach, I am an emotional support teacher. Currently I am studying to get my masters in online teaching
Christy, Katy, TX (SE storms today) My mission is to make learning real & help make real connections.
Hey ! Gonna be popping in and out...Mandy Tech Integrator from WI. Mission to bring personalized learning to Ss & PD.
Hi everyone Rizza T from Philippines happy to be joining tonight
Heather - elem librarian/ tech coach from Monticello, IA. My first
Kaitlyn, first year resource teacher in central NJ! My mission is to have my Ss grow as individuals with assistance with tech 😊
Mr. Oliveira - Social Studies teacher at Morgan Hill, CA.... 7th grade Hi!
Welcome Dani. You know we ❤️ Jen.
I grew up in Atkins, Arkansas in a restaurant that was home of the fried dill pickle!
Carrie from Florida. 7th Civics and 8th US History teacher
Great to see you here at , Mandy :)
I am Nguyen, from Houston. IT Director
Hi Tyrone! Happy to see you here at !
so glad to have your voice here
Here for a little bit, then ducking out to get some work done.
Hello Misty from VA and my mission is to empower new teachers.
States are stepping up to the plate to drive access to high-speed broadband for students and families https://t.co/Hm0snXqS7f
Melanie- Asst. Principal 6-8
Hi. Stacy, AP at K-8 school from Tampa, FL
Joining from Kitchener, Ontario. Gr 1 teacher. Setting up to enjoy the chat on my front porch with hot chocolate!
Kristen Academic Integration Specialist. Stow, Ohio. Hello!
A1: Support teachers through innovative and collaborative PD in order to increase student achievement
I'm a business teacher near Houston. Trying to stay dry
Love it! Excited to chat tonight, Nathan!
A1 Key element of our mission is "meeting unique needs of every student." .
Promote a culture of learning amongst our students and staff. Provide personalized learning opportunities for all
A1: School's mission is to help students "let their life speak." (It's a Quaker thang.)
A1: I am a ps teacher, but from the schools I observed in NJ, reaching all children and encouraging a love for learning
Hi everyone! Kheila-innovation specialist in PA.
Our school is focused on making everybody noticed. Nobody is invisible.
this is my first excited to see what this is all about!
Excited to have your voice here tonight on this topic, Glenn :)
Ahava HS teacher leader from NY here -
A1 Key elements: student focused, well rounded education
A1: developing student leaders
A1 develop 21st century leaders, character development and life-long learners (it's a high school)
A1 collaboration and providing PD is the key element in my Schls mission to introduce blended learning environment
Chris from AZ...living and working in Jeju, SK. My passion is learner use of tech to discover their passions.
A1: preparing Ss for work in STEM fields. Ss will exhibit passion and ownership for learning
Hi Stacy! Excited to connect & happy you are here at !
A1: college prep with a personal touch.
A1: Maximizing learning, achievement, and development
A1: To collaboratively provide coaching, curriculum/classroom support, and job-embedded pd to support teachers.
May be in CT this weekend…
love having ur voice here
Short, sweet, and to the point!
Carolin and joining from Quito. I'm Tech Coach Technology enables collaboration
A1: developing lifelong learners, and social/emotional competencies
Heidi Larson: at EDC we design, implement, & evaluate pgms to improve ed, health, and economic oppty worldwide.
A1 My personal mission = Celebrate individual, whole child to suppport growth, collab, creativity & innovation
A1: modern learning, numeracy, mental health, BYOD
A1 Grow a community of critical & creative thinkers, responsible, engaged learners & citizens prepared for their future
Love to hear more about your personalized learning initiative and PD. .
This is fantastic, Glenn!
Pam, here from SC. I'm an ITS
So many great educators joining in tonight! Thank you
A1: Providing rigorous, authentic, personalized learning, utilizing the local and global community.
A1: Right now we’re working on creating a profile of a graduate, a vision to help drive our district.
A1 My personal mission differs from that of my school sometimes. Frustrating but keeps me focused on doing right for my Ss!
if I won the lotto tomorrow well I know... Oh wait that's the other one.
A1: innovation, create life-long learners, celebrate diversity, nurture thoughtful citizens
A1: to promote Ss to become life long learners in a diverse and changing society
A1: to have students reach their fullest academic potential and become the best individual they can be.
Cheri from FL; To help tchrs find ways to use tech that facilitates lrning in their subject, not tech they have to teach first
Hey, buddy…Great seeing you present this past weekend. Keep doing what you’re doing.
Haha winning either lottery would work! :)
Follow , she knows her stuff with STEM
Love hearing about all the missions of schools and educators here at ! Truly inspiring!
A1 Ours: Create a vibrant learning community
thanks as we, as a team, worked very hard on this. Serves us each day!
Love This!! https://t.co/UTZeMdCj65
A1: to promote Ss to become life long learners in a diverse and changing society
it's a busy chat but don't let that stop your sharing! We love new voices
A1: In Ed Tech, we focus on Efficacy, Equity, & Excellence
A1) It's changing... Global learners and leaders.
trust me, it's much more in depth than that!
I wonder how many others here would feel the same way, Dani.
There's a lot more but the stories that live on of the founder speak to her valuing the indv.
Seeing many A1s posting. Can't find Q1. Where'd it go!!??!! Repost?
Is effective PD crucial to your school mission? Check out BloomBoard for helpful resources and support:https://t.co/KpZi89gJAQ
just getting home. Tweeting from driveway
That's why I love Twitter! Reminds me that I'm part of community so much larger than just my own school :)
Expanding courses through online learning creating digital culture through blended learning and focus on collaboration
So important to have a guiding mission in a school. Truly believe that!
I love learning from YOU on here!
A1: Key elements of our school vision include universal access, 4 Cs, high expectations, rigor
Agree! Creating Global leaders.
Yes! Twitter chats and my PLN give me the recharge I need many nights.
Hey , my Superintendent said he enjoyed hanging with you in San Fran!
A1 for my library-creating an authentic love for reading & exploring.
Joining a little late! Current SpEd tchr in NE!
A1: Reach every student every day
Welcome, Jessica! I'm a SpEd T also!
A1: we strive for every student to learn and create
focus on onljne learning and culture of digital literacy through blended learning and collaboration
Love this! I believe mission should be posted in every room, everywhere!
Q2 coming up in 1 minute…
A1: Bigger question, how many people can actually recite their schools mission statement?Not many as it doesn't serve today's Ss
Key mission is getting Ts and Ss using tech & respecting others online
A1 Provide Ss w/opps for new learning exper, innovation, choices, collab, mine is personlzd & Ss empwrd
A1. Provides engaging and accessible learning environments that result in student success and community prosperity
STREAM.... Science Technology Religion Engineering Arts Math
Jen You know she is my friend right?
Thanks! Looking forward to tonights chat!
A1: to prepare Ss to be life long learners & 21st century ready. Ss to preserver, problem solve, communicate, invent...
working together as a team truly makes it worthwhile then just a bunch of words.
If it doesn’t drive what we do, it’s just a bunch of ink on paper.
Our school is a Leader In Me...Mission Statements and Goals are EVERYWHERE!
Are you using a supporting PD provider? Focus on collaboration is a worthy goal. .
A2: Our tech tchr does an AMAZING job of preparing Ss to use technology while teaching digital citizenship! Both are important
I am in an ed tech class at my college. I think it's really great that my school teaches ps teachers about tech tools!
A2: We have 1:1 iPad initiative & as a coach, I support Ts in learning to implement tech in the classroom.
Like this one, relationships, build connections community and support
A2 Blended classroom promotes and old school convo as well.
A2 1 to 1 iPad environment, yet limited teacher embrace of technology
Hi all...Emilia, NJ techie...sorry I'm late...
A2: using gafe to encourage collaboration and allow access for variety of learners
A2: Hopefully our tech supports transformative teaching, and thus all aspects of our mission.
A2: I am in an ed tech class at my college. I think it's really great that my school teaches ps teachers about tech tools!
A2: Tech should be immersed in all subjects, culture & climate. It should not be separate or still in a comp lab.
A2 we pilot tested 5 yrs ago BYOD classroom now my school is branching out into blended learning across all levels
This makes no sense at all.
A2 8 mobile labs, e-books, iPads, QR discover centers in hallways, digital reading lists...so much more!
A2: Ss being good digital citizens & integrating tech into their learning supports our MS
A1: Mission: Inspiring students to be leaders and lifelong learners.
A2 Technology is key to develop students prepared for the work force.
A2: We try to use twitter to share what we do in the classroom. Our school has it's own hashtag.
Engagement & partnership are vital to ensure political & district leadership collaborate to support kids https://t.co/gn4WD9VHct
A2: Tech increases opportunities for options to demonstrate understanding, thereby meeting school vision.
A2: we support BYOD starting in our K classes. It gives the kids a platform to engage in learning, collaborate and create.
the Darkside of Ed is the correct answer
A2: Our tech goals, values, and responsibilities define what we do and how we make it happen https://t.co/ZzYbNBhEsx
Hi Emilia! Welcome! Jump right in for Q2!
21st Century Learning and Digital Literacy across the curriculum
tell me more about the QR discover centers in your hallways! Sounds interesting!
A2 21st century tools 1:1, personal learning devices, comp based, app based and online resouces
better late than never :))
Grab our iBook to learn about our tech and active learning space implementations. Flagler Schools in the Apple Bookstore
A2: Our school is looking into moving to 1 to 1 in the future so the personalized learning will be a big component with tech
A2 Showing Ss power of producing/creating content for audience that extends beyond 4 walls of classroom!
A2) We can make it fudge to look that way but nothing specific. May adopt access/use of tools in preparation.
It is a journey isn't it, Tricia!
A1: I understand my school's mission to be sustaining a community of inquiry for training caring humans
A1: Also in mission is "provide an innovative learning community committed to academic excellence." Great word: innovative!
A2: We also have a twitter feed on a screen at the front door & in library of our school hashtag
A2: Tech provides Ss with a voice to share their experiences and learning with the world.
A2: Digital Learning Anchor Schools and Design Fellows exploring ways to personalize learning for all students
A1. KIS Ss use tech to create, collaborate, connect globally, explore authentic probs, and discover their passions.
A2: provide the necessary infrastructure so our students and teachers can connect globally
A2 we are BYOD, some Ss have netbks and access, othrs not,Ts provid ops for learning w/ tools
we are committed to focusing on developing PD and leadership from within where possible.
A2: chrome books in every classroom, 1:1 chrome book initiatives, and computer classes promotes 21st century learning 💻
Love how defined this is, Katherine! Such a great model for us all!
A2: Devices are allowed and encouraged to all. Realizing that it's everyday citizenship, not "digital" citizenship.
A2: tech helps them become global citizens and have their voice heard
A2 Implementation of 1:1 program to help students meet the demands of a changing world
Hey what Q are we on. Was able to stop by for a little bit.
A2 Tech supports the ability to connect globally, provides a vehicle for personalized learning & means for creative Ss creation
We allow creation, makerspaces, opportunities to collaborate, PBL units
create QR codes 2 extend classroom learning. 2nd gr put QRs up on a bulletin board. Ss take ipads 2 hallway 4 extension.
Bam! Love this. Well said! https://t.co/vNit86CNiY
A2 Showing Ss power of producing/creating content for audience that extends beyond 4 walls of classroom!
There is a SITH among us and it's selling test and curriculum.
Wandering in late!
4th grade teacher in CA
It's so weird being in the non-hawaii time zone for.
Whether or not tech supports a mission depends on how it’s used, not the tech itself.
A2: Our school is on its way to being 1:1 across grades K-5. Innovating
A2 - 1:1 MacBook Airs 7-12, iPad 3-6, iMac / MacBook k-2
I love to hear this!!!! What are ways they are best shared you think, Pam?
A2: Tech tools increase universal access through leveled passages, supports, personalized learning, etc.
A2 Focusing on blended learning helps meet our vision and purpose Collaboration global perspectives learning opportunities etc.
A2: PBL with global audiences support 4C's and
Great idea to get more students and parents involved.
who is selling test curriculum? Umm. Last time I checked I didn't have any tests in my class
A2: Starts with a stable network. Then, freedom for Ts & Ss to choose tools & devices that serve learning.
We will catch you up, Alex :)
A2 Providing tech devices while our Ts provide guidance & encouragement to create new Qs, not just reciting rote answers.
A2: our school mission revolves around making Ss better people. If tech isn't serving this mission it's merely bells & whistles.
Jumping in a little late! Melanie from Montana...
Yes! We need to make sure we are extended the learning beyond our 4 classroom walls!
A2: Sometimes we seem to be "there" but honestly we are a work in progress.
This allows whole grade level to have same extensions. Less work for all Ts & cross-classroom collab.
like that you use BYOD with the students kindergarten students
A2. I don't think that we have a single solution; we have multiple "environments" to make it accessible for diff lrning styles.
A2 as a tech-rich school we are using tech to influence all aspects of learning and preparing Ss to be influencers of the world
This is so important. Sometimes technology can be distracting if not used properly!
A2: Judgement-Free Zone: let teachers experiment with tech without fear of failure
A2)we use Google drive, classroom, some Ts use different apps padlet, Twitter, qr codes
A2) Our tech plan provides for tech within the classroom including laptop and chromebook carts, and iPad cart, and a lab.
Not enough to just place tech in the hands of Ts, must also support with training and assistance in implementation.
A1:AHS a L'ing community inspires all Ss 2pursue dreams, becoming lifelong learners & responsible citizens in a global society.
I think this is such an important point, Nguyen! A solid foundation is needed for sure! Then build, build, build!
Sharing the content they create allows for collaboration on a larger scale too. Learning without boundaries!
Do you have any strategies that have worked to build this capacity?
Exactly! Learning should be transparent and empowering!
My Ss are starting to look at augmented reality in the same way w/ display boards.
HOW COOL is this! Love it! I would love to see pics, Christy! https://t.co/EUHTMwcfLQ
A2: We also have a twitter feed on a screen at the front door & in library of our school hashtag
. With great Tech.. uh power comes great responsibility.
A2) Part of our school's mission is to utilize technology to provide multiple learning approaches.
True! Distracting and detrimental to learning!
Start with the pedagogy and only integrate the tech when it applies. No square pegs in round holes.
PD.... Remember differentiation of PD
Would LOVE to see the Twitter feed! So, so awesome!
That is one beautiful mission indeed!
A2. We had a focus group recently develop a tech vision. We are at the beginning stages of aligning systems.
A2: We r 1:1 for all 2000+ Ss & have maker spaces, 3D printers, Recording Studio in Media Ctr,
In chats that go so fast ... it would be if the Qs stood out more.
Chromebooks for Ss to take home. 100% digital.
This is amazing! Stealing this idea!
Q3 coming up in 1 minute…
Sherra, counselor from Aldine ISD, Houston, TX checking in!
That is Awesome... now if we only had access to Twitter. . https://t.co/5oRaymQxDJ
HOW COOL is this! Love it! I would love to see pics, Christy! https://t.co/EUHTMwcfLQ
A2: We also have a twitter feed on a screen at the front door & in library of our school hashtag
That is Awesome... now if we only had access to Twitter. . https://t.co/5oRaymQxDJ
HOW COOL is this! Love it! I would love to see pics, Christy! https://t.co/EUHTMwcfLQ
A2: We also have a twitter feed on a screen at the front door & in library of our school hashtag
In my class, Ss set goals through conferencing. They have a voice in what they learn and how they will show it.
Excellent!!!
I'm always reminding them that it is pretty hard to break it. https://t.co/yniedOZdsr
A2: Judgement-Free Zone: let teachers experiment with tech without fear of failure
Should always be a work in progress... really thinking of how students are using the tech https://t.co/deiitquKgB
A2: Sometimes we seem to be "there" but honestly we are a work in progress.
Playful exploration balanced with academic rigor are components of our mission that connect w/ 1:1. 4Cs & documentation!
We have a set of 4 screens in our cafeteria. They run our social media. Students love seeing their pics.
You get used 2 it after a while. Ask if u get lost, we'll help.
A2: GAFE district, PD provided for teachers, almost 1-1, k-4 academic tech specialist to assist.
Like it!
https://t.co/N0XnqIMKEx
We have a set of 4 screens in our cafeteria. They run our social media. Students love seeing their pics.
It's been at least 3 months since I blogged but this has helped to remind me why I started! https://t.co/qr3grSTHgv
We are living our lives in BETA as a school. Always recreating who things don't work. https://t.co/a9iR2P4FZ4
Should always be a work in progress... really thinking of how students are using the tech https://t.co/deiitquKgB
A2: Sometimes we seem to be "there" but honestly we are a work in progress.
A3: Tech can support a mission but must be learning focused. Lead w/learning, never w/novelty of new tech tools.
A3 Technology should be used to help enhance the mission of education.
Hi Sherra!!! Welcome! Jump right in for Q3! So happy you are here! :)
as well as Ts&Ps. We need to model for them and learn with them.
Q4 why is Sharon's name first on the book?
A3 For technology not to be seen as an extra thing to do, but part of teaching.
mentions in that if you're doing it right, you will never "arrive". https://t.co/gu5hrST26f
A2: Sometimes we seem to be "there" but honestly we are a work in progress.
Yeah - I'm a big fan of multiple interactive representations and the movement towards active learning.
We have ours displayed in the classroom. Ss love to see their work and what others classes are learning.
A3 Students are our mission. Focus on students. Integrate tech to empower students & Ts will naturally meet their mission.
A3 Tech allows us to collaborate, stay connected, gather resources and exchange ideas or larger scale than without tech.
A3: Technology allows ss to be global learners and collaborate with others. Helps ss become leaders and share their voices
A2: continued- we also have school Twitter feeds, school Google hangouts to learn, district Facebook.
"Playful exploration!" This is so refreshing!
A3: Educators must ask themselves how can tech enhance or help me fulfill my mission.
A3 Tech does not drive the mission. Ts must be mission driven, and use tech as tool
A3: Tech can support mission when it is seamless and more than a tool, it is an agent for change.
A3 if mission is S centered (as it should be) then all aspects of school i.e. tech should represent that https://t.co/L8XnVFlEUv
Tech can only be best supported with Tech Pd and time for tchrs to play. Let's give Tchrs some baby steps
Tech can provide Ts access to the tools they need to pursue their own learning as a means for better themselves and in turn Ss
A3: it becomes a part of how we create life lingers and universal access
A3: It's amazing how sthg as simple as a hashtag can weave a common thread thru school social media dialogue!
A3 Tech can help Ts stay connected & collaborate. Diigo to share materials, Twitter to learn from , focused on mission.
A3: I look forward to a time where tech is ubiquitous. Good pedagogy trumps good tech every time
A3) Teachers need to be mindful and accountable for how tech is used with students. Have them create and share.
A3: Connecting tech to our mission helps community and board members know what we are doing is important and makes a difference
A3. Tech allows creativity to seep back into the classroom. fresh breath to those worn out Ts that are tired of scripted EDU
This is just so fantastic!
A3: Ultimately its about the culture&climate the leader creates with his Ts&Ss. Promote risk taking lessons and support them
It shows that tech serves a purpose.
https://t.co/JWYwN6i9nL
A3: Connecting tech to our mission helps community and board members know what we are doing is important and makes a difference
Tech should be like air - Invisible, abundant, always present. https://t.co/IG6BnnQTVx
A3: I look forward to a time where tech is ubiquitous. Good pedagogy trumps good tech every time
A3: Technology is the 21st tool to not only be integrated in the learning, but in the district mission as well 😊
A3 Leverage existing content and capabilities to reduce your workload.
A3) Mission has to have room for tech. It should be a part of the plan and the mission to move forward and embrace what's ahead.
A3 Tech allows me to collaborate with teachers across grades/content areas
Educators can leverage tech to redefine learning experiences, experiences that wouldn’t be possible w/o the tech itself.
I rarely get to join - it's 10am on Tuesday here. On holidays this week. Maybe timing? is on now too
Thank goodness is in the other bed helping me with my first tweet chat.
A3: Just like this...Tech used for PD. Twitter chats, webinars, global learning.
A3 tech can help Ts reach Ss on their level in & out of school setting. Most missions state something like "lifelong learners".
A2: Our district works w/ 2empower our educators 2utilize technology 2meet the various ways Ss
A3 tech is the vehicle to get students access and build independence and networks for life long learning
A3:Tech plays a role, but admin must be willing to support,serve&help transform the school,instead of just telling Ts to change
A3: when the technology is making the lesson better, not just to use the tech. I like the global connections Ss can make.
A3 Provide Ts with PD, safety nets (aka techs) as well as "You won't be judged if you fail - just try" & "baby steps are ok"
Screenshot of this tweet! YES!!!
Well said! Tech isn't a separate from learning. Enhances and give Ss new opportunities for growth.
A3 Build a support and learning network. Keep in touch with them, & leverage their collective wisdom, knowledge, and experience.
A3 Tech assists with student engagement if integrated into the curriculum well
A3: We should always ask, "What do we want to accomplish?" first and then find the right tool for the job.
A3: if you start w "why"and let Edtech be the vehicle for your "how" Edtech energizes your mission https://t.co/nzp226Ec1n
A3: If tchrs use tech at the instructional level it should align to the school's mission and vision for preparing Ss
A3: The Internet has no walls. Web-based communication and collaboration gives a clearer view into classrooms, colleagues
. This wins the internets
So awesome! Very happy you are here to share your voice, Melissa!
A3: Allows for personal representations of learning & growth. A window to what is possible for all.
A3: by listening and allowing our educators to choose the technology that best fit their instruction.
A3: used to think tech was to supplement only, but SAMR proves that tech creates lessons otherwise non-existent.
A3-- also allows for ease of like never before. Instant/frequent connection is awesome!
I think the tech is one piece... Going 1:1 win solve everything
A3 our school is running a class w marketing, engineering, and webdesign blended. Paddle boards! https://t.co/ws7DVygxyA
A3b- I think your tech edus should have a mission but it should just be a support of the overall school mission not drive it
A3: technology helps support student learning and district missions
A3 Utilize tech to make learning better, smoother, differentiated, visual, etc...support our current goals.
Such a good point. Tech must work best for the user and the lesson.
Precisely. The technology needs to have a meaningful purpose.
. Why I love a good game where the kids choose the tech that's needed w/out being told.
Q3) There is no miracle to technology ... it is simply an ongoing iteration of seeking to extend our human toolkit.
It's easier to transform when teacher leaders are helping to lead the charge instead of admin directive. https://t.co/RrP4nl9N53
A3:Tech plays a role, but admin must be willing to support,serve&help transform the school,instead of just telling Ts to change
A3:STEAM,STEM should NOT have to be said,as it should already be a belief in all courses in 2016&remove the term:"21st century"
I think authentic learning experiences w/ tech are often times more important than those that are “redefined.”
And does all that. Glenn is an exceptional leader giving his staff space to innovate
Love this... Human toolkit https://t.co/19Hf676Bew
Q3) There is no miracle to technology ... it is simply an ongoing iteration of seeking to extend our human toolkit.
So glad you brought up this point, Ryan. Yes. Purpose driven tech!
A3: We shud & R always growing/evolving. Currently working on running wire to go 1:1 Internet Access 4 all Ss at home.
A3: Tech serves many purposes in achieving a vision- including providing teachers with a way to connect students with others.
Alright, ducking out to get some blogging done. Have a good night everyone. , see you Saturday!
A3 when the Ts are empowered to use technology that works for their classes and not the entire campus https://t.co/4aUtrY3umY
Q4 coming up in 1 minute! is ROCKING it tonight!
A Question for y'all... think there will ever be a day when it will simply be "education" and not specifically "tech education"?
It is so interesting to me that everyone is in different places, but we all have the same goal. How can we fail?
Yes!! If Ts can see the benefit from those in the "trenches" alongside them, more likely to adopt ideas https://t.co/CLyXGifI8N
It's easier to transform when teacher leaders are helping to lead the charge instead of admin directive. https://t.co/RrP4nl9N53
A3:Tech plays a role, but admin must be willing to support,serve&help transform the school,instead of just telling Ts to change
A3 tech is a means to extend sharing. Tech isn't always the right tool. Allow students to choose https://t.co/3bKfBaaoeo
. must use technology to meet schools goals not jsut to say im using technology.
Dan from FL joining late!
Each SS group produces a board then auctions at community event. Totally real!
A3 supports Ts and Ss, use tech to enhance learning, for benefits, connect & collab,use to learn more
OOOOHHHH! I love this collaboration station! AMAZING!!!!
Repeating this but holds true here! "Tech should be like air - Invisible, abundant, always present." https://t.co/dbmvjPftT6
A Question for y'all... think there will ever be a day when it will simply be "education" and not specifically "tech education"?
Anyone help with this? I see high rated tools, but never used 'em https://t.co/q28cc8MVsf
Help! What do you all use for recording audio/voice on a Dell Chromebook?
truth! I'd like to see schools actually do it, instead of saying it!
build the tech into the schools CEP.
BOOM...THIS https://t.co/Mi1UKMcIMu
Q3) There is no miracle to technology ... it is simply an ongoing iteration of seeking to extend our human toolkit.
A3: Tech naturally flips the lesson. U give the answer, and tell the kids, find how we got to this conclusion, aaannnd GO!
Honestly, when Ss know why and have choice in how they get there age doesn't matter. Find their passion.
Together we can do it! https://t.co/OY3Vc1ALV0
It is so interesting to me that everyone is in different places, but we all have the same goal. How can we fail?
Agree totally, giving them options, show what they know in their way
I do but I think there will always be new tech to be curated to see if there is academic value to it
That is fantastic. We're making room in our schedule next yr for PBL ops. Might have to borrow this!
Like how people talked about "doing tech" for years while few actually integrated. Why does this have to be separate
That's great. Student voice is so important to the learning process. Setting goals empowers, too.
I hope so, Emilia. I do think we are working toward that for sure!
A4 Technology can break the barriers to communication with parents and students.
A4) Need to be able to share our story. Have multiple means, i.e. website, social media, remind.
I can see using technology to design the blue print for that awesome lego vehicle though!!
A4: Better prepare our Ss to become more agile for the shifts that are coming their way. Helps prepare "soft" skills needed
A4: By using tech to allow Ps a glimpse into the class & Ss able to digitally share w/ Ps. W/ tech there is no excuse
A4 increase sharing. Look at how awesome is and how it can share
A4 it is a shift of focus.a step out ofthe norm. Sometimes that is all it takes 2refocus and reinvigorate n my toolbox
We used a tool that sounded simple enough, but I couldn't figure out the export destination. Sorry!
"Find their passion." https://t.co/skfwm9XSEx
Honestly, when Ss know why and have choice in how they get there age doesn't matter. Find their passion.
A4: Tech can bridge the disconnect between schools and communities but beware of becoming too impersonal.
A4: By providing access to technology to all students and informing parents of everything that can be done using tech tools!
Q4: class notebooks are allow parents/students to "see" into the purpose of the tech and content connections.
What ways best break barriers in your school, Tricia?
A4 Build it and they will come...getting Ss & Ps on board and using the tech appropriately will get them on board with MS
A4 Tech facilitates communication
A4: We need to share what we are doing with others. Our tech coaches are now tweeting and posting on FB to help share w/ others
A4: It allows Ss and Ps to stay more involved and aware in real time. It helps build relationships!
Technology literacy is not a novelty but a necessity mission is to instill love of learning in our Ss...ignite their passions
A4 opens up communic poss, Ts can share info w/ Ps, Ss, what is going on in CR, diff ways to inform
A4: By integrating technology into student daily learning and as a form of parent communication/involvement
Provide multiple outlets for diff ability levels within parents: FB, Twitter, Instagram... And my fav... Augmented Newsletters!
We Heart SeeSaw for sure :)
Jumping in late, I'm so sorry! Kaitlin from Birmingham, AL - Director of Technology
A4 lets parents in the classroom and let's students make their world their classroom
A4: Transform minds as a team!Ss= best ambassadors to community.If they are happy using tech,they will share their happiness
A4 Tech can be used to connect/engage immigrant families in a non threatening way
Wow. This is really cool. Thanks for sharing. The auction pays for the boards I take it?
Makes believers of Ts. Had Gr8 Ss chase me down at spaghetti dinner because I didn't get 2 conference with them.
Indeed, given the average student's lifetime, we will soon need to address 22nd century skills. :)
A4: By giving Ps a window into the classroom. I'm thinking of Periscoping my Open House next year for Ps that can't attend.
Shared stories and perspectives to build a community. So agree with this, Craig!
A4) Google classroom is a great tool for Ss and parents, they can see HW, and any missed lesson
A4: Allow for voice. Ss are the primary users. Often they are more aware of uses than we are and they lead US to new ideas.
Yes, it funds most of the program.
Technology can serve as a means of communication. Multiple venues, multiple audiences, everyone gets the message
This sounds like an awesome undertaking. aligned with Ss interests will make for a powerful experience
Agreed. Tech can also open up an easier, more fluid line of communication.
What specific tools do you recommend to help with this, Angi?
too often it's about out "shinning" the school down the road with talk, instead of actually doing it right
A4 Tech can create a common ground across generations, across languages & someday hopefully across socioeconomic barriers
Ease of access and lore of tech engages and brings together Ss, Ts, and Ps
A4: encourage paperless communication and be an advocate/champion for social media by showcasing student works and achievements
How about video conferencing parent / teacher meetings with those same take home devices - parents may appreciate it
Maybe I should use something like this for golf bags, then it could fund my annual Mich golf trip
A4: tech allows us to do something different. Keep parents informed but also INVOLVED w processes of school/classroom
A4: LOVE portfolios for connecting school and home. Looking to include them in goal setting that way.
Q4: technology can lessen the gap between school and home. Allowing more open communication between staff and parents
Most Vision/Mission statements are crafted with no real regard for how technology would support, enable, or ignite learning
There are still elements of tech that Ss need to learn for them to easily integrate in other classes IMO
A4: Teachers communicate w/parents using GAFE blogger, sites...
A4: We use so Ss can share what they learned or did in class with their parents.
A4: We use Canvas as our LMS. It has transformed the class w/ flip lessons & communication to parents.
YES! Love when we ask their opinion, too I find :)
Especially when you're a private school competing for students. Proud of our Ts for truly integrating this yr.
we encourage design thinking skills to have student solve & question problems around them. Care,think,design,act
Digital portfolios make achievements visible to our parents. We use tools like and
How do we bridge the gap between the generations. The tech communication tools vary so much between age groups
I wonder if this is a call for reimagining mission statements, Mark?
A4: Tech must support the mission and allow different ways of achieving it.
A4: We use as well and love that kids and parents can view each the students work and leave comments!
I'm a big fan of Seesaw https://t.co/iNR6Ddo5Uc
Digital portfolios make achievements visible to our parents. We use tools like and
Using tools like GAFE to support learning communication, creativity, critical thinking and collaboration.
I truly believe the day we started with a school wide LMS, was the day everything changed at our school!
A4 The constant connection to school keeps everyone in the loop & provides opportunities for a true learning community
I surveyed our Ss last week & asked them how they would design school if they could. Answers rocked!
I have always found the idea of flipped lessons intriguing. One day I hope to be able to implement it.
A4: I'm loving to create authenticity & communication :) & today I got into their ambassador program :) yea, me :)
A4: Ss know u showcase work, they step it up. Digital Menus went from lame PPT 2, Oh snap, Ms. Flynn lemme get on this!!
Ps have said it is like a window into the classroom.
Q4:being innovative doesn't always look the same. Ss given problem task, Ss had to design & build. https://t.co/snpCxiLppx
A4) We have classes where we teacher parents w/ students about the importance of Tech and about tech tools.
Must try seesaw....so many benefits
I am a big fan of who is a big fan of
is it challenging? Isn't STEAM a part of everyday life?Why not allow Ss to explore &demonstrate it in any subject?
is also using . Maybe you can share some resources!
Q5 coming up in 1 minute. Loving all the passionate educators tonight at !
. told us his school used to send Ss reminders to get to school. Increased attendance!
Like this one, I use Google SItes w/ Spanish classes, startd few yrs ago, we update, also use
A4 using tech 2 design garments, then actually busting out the machine 2 make them.
I wish we had known about this for my ed.s. program https://t.co/uTBEfxDiOj
A4: We use as well and love that kids and parents can view each the students work and leave comments!
Need to get them in the classroom at some point to help Ps who struggle w/ tech. So appreciated by the lost ones
Ahhhh! LOVE this!! Tell us more!
A4 mission states parents will do their best to support thier Ss. Tech allows easy communication between parents, Ss, & Ts.
Fantastic design challenge for the kids! https://t.co/8qfREzyiZP
I surveyed our Ss last week & asked them how they would design school if they could. Answers rocked!
AA4) I also host LunchNLearn sessions for parents on TechTools / Digital Citizenship / Mindset and other topics.
So much to learn, so much fun to have in maker spaces. https://t.co/6d82FHBTvM
is it challenging? Isn't STEAM a part of everyday life?Why not allow Ss to explore &demonstrate it in any subject?
If a teacher sets up a assessment for homework, parents can easily see how their students are doing.
A4b tech also allows Ss to work in their own time.
Great point. When you put Ss at the center of the instruction and attention - they thrive.
HUGE fan myself Craig! Using this week to connect globally with four other K classes.
. has changed our school culture!
Q4: Making tech access available to ALL students. There's such a disparity btw access and availability. https://t.co/LS82FGGLo5
Tech helps to extend learning time beyond class time
https://t.co/jZjvqrXHFb
A4 mission states parents will do their best to support thier Ss. Tech allows easy communication between parents, Ss, & Ts.
A5 Share the amazing things happening on a daily basis!
Awesome tonight. Very new to this, but enjoying the fabulous ideas 😜
Explain. How?
https://t.co/kTsj1Yt9x1
HUGE fan myself Craig! Using this week to connect globally with four other K classes.
A4: We must not assume students understand the power of tech and social media. Digital Citizenship education is a must!
A4:It supplies parents w a reason to do their jobs😀 responsible tech use demands parent involvement, discussion, and boundaries.
A5: Better question to many out there- Why isn't your school using Social Media to share your story?
How often do you do these, Greg? I am definitely interested in this!
A3. Tech is powerful, but a tool. The focus on mission is best done through coaching and reflective practice.
we can connect our classes using too.
A5) If we don't use Social Media to tell our story someone else will.
Canvas has really opened up communication at our school. That's been vital to some of our Ss success this year.
A5: Make a Facebook page for your school to advertise events, and showcase students' art work and projects
A4: assessing metecognitive skills w/S made tutorials. Send off w/a cell phone & they upload to Google Drive.
A5 Share the good, keep parent and community informed of what is happening. It is what you make it, so make it great.
A5: By using social media as the window into the classroom and the district mission!
So thrilled you are here, Dee! Amazing community of educators at ! https://t.co/S1ySCdwjnz
Awesome tonight. Very new to this, but enjoying the fabulous ideas 😜
I love how the P comments change over time. Ss love to see it during the day.
I do one a quarter... Parents request Digital Citizenship over and over.
You've got that right, my friend!
we call ours Digital Shop, as we bring back shop digitally. Vocab is powerful
A5:Use SM to put the process of learning, creating, and innovating on stage via classroom Twitter chats, Facebook groups, etc.
A5) we use FB to share with parents activities, projects by our Ss upcoming events and any important info
A5 So many Schls are using SM to support mission statement. Underutilized tool. That is.1 area that would be easy to reel in Ps
Awesome. Welcome to the group.
A5: I try to share all the great things our Ts and Ss are doing on a daily basis through Twitter.
A5: Model the positive uses of social media for all.
A4: technology digital portfolios will help with reflection and future readiness
A5: Easy. Promote Ts via social media who work tirelessly in their classrooms. They're visual representation of mission.
and puppets are our core mission
Hey I used my Padcaster to record my last LunchNLearn. :-)
A5: Sharing pictures and links to student work lets parents and community know what is happening inside the building each day
We need this in a poster, Greg!!!!! YES!!!!!!!!!!! https://t.co/00ephlgIVZ
A5) If we don't use Social Media to tell our story someone else will.
A4: Students have tech available to them at school but no access at home or vice versa. They need it at all cost.
A5 Don't make it forbidden fruit-teach Ss proper usage, involve Ps in the communication & share daily positive bits of learning
A5 SM breaks down walls, lets others inside school and opens all stakeholders up to global views, provide authentic audience
A5 Share what you are doing in CR, Ss work, events, keep everyone informd, have to show why matters, & benefits
Ss received next 10 sec - just the Q - What would you design if you could? I got paragraphs back
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A5 Transparency can help build a level of organizational trust through social media story telling
A4c tech also allows parents to be more helpful with homework. How many times have YOU 'd how to do something?
Does anyone have student Twitter chats or parent Twitter chats in their schools?
A5 twitter, get the word out and share with everyone. the classroom is an open book. Invite everyone in
A5: I use to display our school HT across media TVs w/AppleTV. Ps are already on FB, why not reach them there?
My principal uses twitter to give families access to teaching, learning and other event
A5: model ways to use social media for good...community building
A5: Using social media to show the great in your class & school & learning from others globally. Window to world & back to you.
Make sure you are connected with and for Digital Citizenship resources and support!
A5:My friend/colleague wrote a great blog post about how use of SM has impacted his classroom! https://t.co/QnPitxZ0tV
A5:My friend/colleague wrote a great blog post about how use of SM has impacted his classroom! https://t.co/7VaQycdg2Z
A5: My class account is managed by Ss. They love to show their Ps what they have learned.
A5: allow student to facilitate social media communication for student projects and clubs, like our
A5 Social media lets me advocate for my Ss in a vast setting. I can reach the whole world and tell my Ss stories!
YESSSSSS!!!! E.V.E.R.Y.T.H.I.N.G. about this!!!
A5 By curating content and telling a story
Build a wall or allow them to create their portfolios some other way like Let them share w/ Ps
A5 Use hashtags campaigns with storify to collect work associated with schools mission.
Oooh, please tell me you have a blog :)
I really want to get this going at my school. https://t.co/TXsLVRdLQH
Does anyone have student Twitter chats or parent Twitter chats in their schools?
The power of social media. https://t.co/bGCDxqjO4x
A5 SM breaks down walls, lets others inside school and opens all stakeholders up to global views, provide authentic audience
A5: we use social media to celebrate our T's and S's- to tell the story of our school!
A5: Social media allows us to reach Ss where they are.
A5 Use SM to celebrate the amazing teachers who work hard for our Ss everyday!
A5: Social Media can provide an authentic audience for sharing student work. Students work harder when their work is on display
Be sure to include parent / school board / community in your sm sharing
Our school has a FB group of Ps and Ts who are in a book club together.
We invite the community to our building as well. Especially before sporting events since those draw crowds.
is a rock star! All the mods are brilliant bloggers!
A5) Share the good that is happening in our classes. Be transparent.
A5b- Wonder how much better the answer to "What did you do at school today" would be if Ss tweeted/fb'ed it out to Ps??
A5: Social media, esp. pics of students engaged in relevant, rigorous learning, tells positive story about the good work we do.
they arrive everyday a 1/2 hour early. to have great Ss and Ts!!!
We have county twitter feed on county site and HS twitter feed on HS web site.
A5: We used Twitter to share videos of class parties so Ps can see even if they can't attend.
Parents love seeing pictures of their kids. Definitely a great way to document learning!
My favorite post is Augmented Reality from last Spring - it was amazing.
I would LOVE to see this happen at schools!!! Please keep me posted if I could help at all!
We live feed School Board Mtgs, & hold parent tech nights
Hello could run and text ... So I'll get in the last two ?s
There is an amazing transformation taking place at Glenn’s school.
Plan to start this as a means of PD for our teachers during faculty meetings next year
Last year we did YouTube live from 5 different classrooms on Digital Learning Day. Parents loved it.
A5: Create a hashtag for your school. Flood it with great news. bad stuff may get in, but + our weigh -
Q5: using Twitter to share learning, for private class streams, teacher with parents private FB's. PR posts too.
Q6 coming up in 1 minute…
What kind of books do they read in the P&T book club?
same here. Smart ;) keeping everybody involved is a must.
Thanks Billy! We just booked our 56th visitor of the year today! So proud of our Ss&Ts!
A5: we use a common to help spread S and T learning in our school
A1: to create life long learners and the pursuit of excellence, tech helps facilitate learning at any moment
Anything Ss must post online tends to be better than paper - they understand 'audience' & want to look good
Q6: Let’s reflect. What is one new way you hope to use technology to support your school mission? https://t.co/iy7gXduIaN
A5: SM is used to communicate and carry conversation with other classes. Ps can view but P interactions occur with .
Love! https://t.co/N8nFiv1IFq
A5: Create a hashtag for your school. Flood it with great news. bad stuff may get in, but + our weigh -
Love this. Thanks! https://t.co/s1bY9pTIBB
We have county twitter feed on county site and HS twitter feed on HS web site.
A5: Use the social media platforms that your parents and community use
A5 w/o community support Ss don't have complete support. Making sure all stake holders are informed is a win/win!
A5. Ss can use social media to share/reflect upon work product. Ss directed evidence of a school's mission.
We hosted a S Twitter chat that trended top 5 on Wed. A couple of trolls tried to rain on our parade😞 https://t.co/EuhWguyNxx
A5: Create a hashtag for your school. Flood it with great news. bad stuff may get in, but + our weigh -
A5 Social media can provide a backchannel and record keeper for all school-related events
ok, my A1 combines both a1 and a2 😜
A5: Using SM to share with parents and community a snapshot of what's happening on our campus. It helps Ps feel connected.
A6: I want to have students upload their work to a class website, run the website, and share it with family and friends
So true! It sparks something inside them!
A6 use it to better communicate with Ps beyond Remind.
LUV teachers are using twitter to collaborate across the globe as part of their Ss collaborations https://t.co/P3iM7STr2V
A6: Just purchased to engage students in research based oral presentations, collaboration w/classes across the globe.
A6 Parent and/or student Twitter Chat or even Staff meeting by Twitter Chat!
A6: Twitter to celebrate successes in our schools and encourage teachers to collaborate beyond their home base schools ❤️
A6: I hope to use more social media to spark discussion and collaboration during PD related to school mission
Awesome.. One day I will get down there.
A6) would love to do more with to tie in with our global studies focus.Perfect
Q6: I would ❤️to get a Twitter feed to display Ss learning in hall or library.
A5 Many HS's are using accounts for every activity & sport. Building online support community. retweeting & liking shows support
A6 I think I've learned we first need to develop a mission statement 😬
How great though for your students! I would love to join in next time!!!
Isn't there an age requirement of 13? Are you doing this in eled? FERPA?
A6: Desire to use ed tech and as a catalyst for change to take Ss & Ts further, faster.
A6: Using podcasts as a medium for sharing ideas, successes and PD across the school division.
Staff meeting by Twitter chat would be super interesting! LOVE it!
A6: want create better ways 2break lang barriers during lecture w/Ss represent multilang. Google translate is start not perfect.
A6: To use it's excellent ability to engage parents in their children's learning.
A6: Get parents & community knowledgeable about SM, tell them how they can access FB, twitter, etc to see the story being shared
A6 I want to lead tech meetings with our mission statement so we can focus on the Why and not just tech https://t.co/ItLPpl5FP4
Q6: Let’s reflect. What is one new way you hope to use technology to support your school mission? https://t.co/iy7gXduIaN
Oooh, please keep me posted! I am interested in learning how it goes!
Q6: in process of getting reflection stations so Ss can record themselves reflecting on their learning. Thx to
A6 I guess I should retweet every one of Jen's tweets
A6: School hashtag, Canvas, Twitter feeds displayed in school, P and T Twitter chats. Can't wait to talk to admin
A6 more student ownership- starting in k
A6: I would like to use social media and tech to show off student work. Take pride in what your Ss achieve.
A6: Use of tech in various forms to enhance parent communication
A6: I am holding an Intro to Twitter PD for Ts in my district to get them hooked just like I am!!
I know my papers were often crap b/c my teacher was the only one to ever see it. I was OK w/ that.
. A6 Keep trying new ways to get Ss involved, let thm find to use for showing learning, communic, collab
A6: sometimes I just use to share with parents what their child is doing in their arts class .
A6: Digital portfolios. Book publishing. And gonna make paddleboards!
A6) I would love to try periscope and a school podcast, I think it can be awesome
A6) I would like to remove the digital divide that exist between the students in my building, as well as the greater community.
A6: By reminding Ss to reflect on how tech affects/supports 21st century learning
A6 luv 2 have video screen on both sides of room so F.O.H can see B.O.H. during culinary instruction.
A6: Twitter PD, new website, train the teachers tech team, sites for Ts, more training!!!
When are you doing that one? I'm doing a connected educator session this Friday afternoon
Love this idea of podcasts! Have you checked out , Ryan? I am really enjoying it!
Thank you I enjoyed tonight's chat. See you next week.
A6: creating an opportunity for teachers to connect and grow their PLN.
A6: We've just started with a schoolwide hashtag as well as a hashtag of the week. Excited with where this is going.
A6:I use tech to create a learning environment that mirrors the world my Ss are expected to thrive in. https://t.co/lglf90tKzh
For sure! The kids blocked the trolls and rolled on😂 They weren't going to let them rain on their parade https://t.co/7rgrNrHCTw
How great though for your students! I would love to join in next time!!!
A6 As a techie, I will continue to use tech to be there for my Ts as not just user support but via tweets, quick PD videos, etc.
A3: technology helps educators model a and pursuit of excellence through betterment of oneself.
I love this idea. Podcasts can be such a powerful way for Ss to share their voice
Making a PD repository developed for Ts by Ts! Love it! Personalized learning at it’s best! https://t.co/skkE1AetCQ
A6: Using podcasts as a medium for sharing ideas, successes and PD across the school division.
A6: I would ❤️to get the Twitter feed posted in hall or library.
A6: create 360 degree instructional videos for Google Cardboard.
Yes! That is all you need to do :) Hahahaha!
A6) Think more about how students are using tech to connect with other classes and experts to drive their learning.
we are grades 5-8. Google YouTube and schools and you find what your looking for. That's a
A6 Start using Twitter, chats, create hashtag, etc...so many possibilities!
I would be interested in knowing how it goes, I need to do this as well but have not created the resources yet
This is a beautiful thing, Julie! Wow!
They are reading Creating Innovators by Tony Wagner.
A6: continue to model for colleagues how tech provides access and builds social competencies
A6: in process of getting reflection stations for Ss thx to so Ss can reflect more on their learning.
Im intrigued. 2 screens? FOH? BOH?
So many items on this list! https://t.co/hLlMaCnd5u
A6: Twitter PD, new website, train the teachers tech team, sites for Ts, more training!!!
I love this!!!!!! You rock!
What a great idea. Have you created any yet or know any sources of already created content?
Great time learning from colleagues at
A6: Using Seesaw, iPad, telegami, etc. I feel I can show what each kiddo learned, which goes w/our mission of "each means each"
A5Teaching Ss & Ts to create a positive diggy footprint, sharing resources/ideas, cultivating connections & cultural experiences
this can be especially important for teachers in very small schools who may need support
I love the view of tech as "an agent for change" https://t.co/dYi529ieqd
A3: Tech can support mission when it is seamless and more than a tool, it is an agent for change.
realized tonight I follow the directions better when I am on my elliptical posting rather than on couch. Next week=elliptical.
Stay focused on how it can help Ts & more importantly the Ss. If we say they 'need' or 'should' tweet we lose them
if your school has a Facebook page, live streaming from mobile device is now enabled for pages.
As closes, consider coming over at 9 pm EDT to to share ideas for
Love, love, love all these reflections and ideas for the future! This group at is making an impact in the lives of our students!
A6: Empowering Ts/Ss the tools needed to support the mission. Each one, train one! Learn it, share it! https://t.co/oKShEm2Bhh
Q6: Let’s reflect. What is one new way you hope to use technology to support your school mission? https://t.co/iy7gXduIaN
Thanks for guiding us in the chat tonight
A5: Twitter pics, brags, hashtags, spotlight successes
Thanks everyone for a great chat!! I'm excited to incorporate tech in my future classroom and help my ss become global learners
Kaitlyn is ready to rock! :)
Thank you for the great chat. Learning how to take advantage of Twitter for PD has been great.
I was going to start w/ list of all resources and connections that I have made thanks to Twitter. That should do it.
Thanks for joining this week’s ! Don’t forget to follow your new connections from tonight!
Yes, sharing with an audience gives Ss purpose and leads to impactful global video exchanges at LUV.
Thanks for all the great ideas tonight. Can't wait to get to work!
Thank you so much to the team for welcoming me here tonight! You all truly, truly inspire me!
& everyone in tonight's - Thank you again for your energy, passion & ideas! You are awesome!
& everyone in tonight's - Thank you again for your energy, passion & ideas! You are awesome!
we purchased the Ricoh camera for 360 videos and were able to upload to YouTube. So far, very promising.
It would be really cool to do something like connected educator week, but just connect 2 schools
This was an awesome chat session. Love the new followers to network with. Thank you so much! LUV THIS GROUP!!
Yes! Tech as just a ‘tool' is, “below the line thinking.” Tech as ‘agent’ allows instruction to be redefined
YES! Create a list and keep adding to it!
And a huge Thank You to for guest moderating an amazing chat tonight
Always love chatting with you my friend! Thanks to you :)
Hi Greg!! =) Great to see ya!!
Thank You for another amazing sorry I was partly absent. you are amazing.
I have a Twitter PD presentation if anyone would like it to use or tweak.
Great chat - thanks for the info and the adds. Add me so we can chat about active learning spaces
Thanks so much, Patti! Loved chatting with you tonight on !
very true, but unfortunately still commonly used and only a tool
I would love that if you wouldn't mind sharing! Won't have to reinvent the wheel.
Absolutely. Great ideas shared tonight. Good night!