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WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 8:30 PM EST

Welcome to #EdChatME! Tonight's theme: "Connections: Engaging all Partners in a Learner's Education"

WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 8:30 PM EST

Tonight's moderators are @audreyoclair and @willcottjulie. #edchatme

In reply to @audreyoclair, @WillcottJulie

WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 8:31 PM EST

Please introduce yourself and give the roles you play in education - parent, teacher, student, adminstration, board member, ... #EdChatME

andrewtwallace Dec 12 @ 8:32 PM EST

Hey @audreyoclair and @WillcottJulie thanks for modding #edchatme tonight!

In reply to @audreyoclair, @WillcottJulie

MsMeservey Dec 12 @ 8:32 PM EST

Jessica, 6th grade teacher creeping in for awhile. #edchatme

andrewtwallace Dec 12 @ 8:32 PM EST

I'm Andy, a district technology director #edchatme

WickedDecent Dec 12 @ 8:33 PM EST

It's time for the #edchatme Twitter chat w your very special guest hosts, @WillcottJulie & @audreyoclair #YAAAAAAYYYYY #armflailarmflail

EducateMaine Dec 12 @ 7:35 PM EST
Coming up in one hour, Maine Educators discuss engaging with partners in a learner's education. All are welcome. #EdchatME
- WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 9:44 AM EST
  
  Hope to see you tonight #edchatme 8:30 pm. All about connections!

audreyoclair Dec 12 @ 8:33 PM EST

Audrey from Fayette! So happy to be moderating this chat for the first time! My roles: parent, community member, ed consultant #edchatme

jbailey8 Dec 12 @ 8:33 PM EST

Jeff Bailey, HS Technology Teacher in Rumford Maine. #edchatME

WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 8:33 PM EST

Happy to see you here! #edchatME

In reply to @MsMeservey

WickedDecent Dec 12 @ 8:33 PM EST

Dan Ryder, horrible grad student #edchatme

DumontTech Dec 12 @ 8:33 PM EST

Brigette. Middle school (6th/7th) tech teacher. #edchatme

audreyoclair Dec 12 @ 8:33 PM EST

Welcome! Thanks for being here! #edchatme

In reply to @MsMeservey

jbailey8 Dec 12 @ 8:33 PM EST

Ooops, Also I am a parent/community member in a different district than the one I teach in. #edchatME

WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 8:34 PM EST

We use the format of A1, A2, ... to answer questions (Q1, Q2, ...) #EdChatME

WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 8:34 PM EST

Q1: What should we do as teachers to foster student engagement? #EdChatME

T_HEB Dec 12 @ 8:34 PM EST

Hello #edchatme. 4th and 5th grade teacher. I will be in and out as Mr Tom and his fellow Pats play some football.

GeoffCyr Dec 12 @ 8:34 PM EST

I'm a elem. Tech Integrator in midcoast ME. I also coach FIRST robotics and am also a horrible grad student #edchatme

MsMeservey Dec 12 @ 8:35 PM EST

A1: Connect with them, try and find their interest and ways we can explore them. #edchatme

jbailey8 Dec 12 @ 8:35 PM EST

A1: Check in on Ss level of interest, know what they like, understand what makes our content valid/realworld challenging. #edchatME

misterbrigham Dec 12 @ 8:35 PM EST

Me: Monmouth Middle School ELA Teacher Inner Me: Educational Artist. #edtech #edurockstar #EdChatMe

WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 8:35 PM EST

Happy to have you! #edchatme

In reply to @andrewtwallace

DrewetteCard - Moderator Dec 12 @ 8:35 PM EST

Matt-Dir of CIA for @AOS94ME checking in for a few mins. #edchatme

In reply to @AOS94ME

T_HEB Dec 12 @ 8:35 PM EST

A1 Starts on the 1st day os school. Connect, listen, set the stage for ongoing inquiry and open dialogue. #edchatme

WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 8:36 PM EST

Good evening! #ThereAreNoSnowDaysForTwitter #edchatme

In reply to @WickedDecent

audreyoclair Dec 12 @ 8:36 PM EST

Are you and @WickedDecent perhaps procrastinating on a project tonight in order to be in #edchatme? Glad you're both here!

In reply to @GeoffCyr, @WickedDecent

WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 8:36 PM EST

Hi Jeff! #edchatme #sorrynotsorry to be here moderating!

In reply to @jbailey8

misterbrigham Dec 12 @ 8:36 PM EST

A1: Design learning tasks based on learner interest. Provide student choice. Have fun together. Coaching helps #EdChatME

DumontTech Dec 12 @ 8:36 PM EST

A1: First thing is to know our students. #edchatme

QuestForArete Dec 12 @ 8:37 PM EST

Hi #edchatme educational game developer. Just wanted to listen in.

DrewetteCard - Moderator Dec 12 @ 8:37 PM EST

A1) Don't try & motivate/incentivize Ss; focus on making the environs about autonomy, mastery, & purpose. Via @DanielPink #edchatme

In reply to @DanielPink

jbailey8 Dec 12 @ 8:37 PM EST

Welcome! #edchatME

In reply to @QuestForArete

WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 8:37 PM EST

Welcome! #edchatme

In reply to @QuestForArete

audreyoclair Dec 12 @ 8:37 PM EST

Yayyy! So happy to "see" you here! We live so close now! Must connect soon f2f! #edchatme

In reply to @misterbrigham

T_HEB Dec 12 @ 8:38 PM EST

A1 Allowing Ss to be a part of the daily decision making allows them to feel a part of the process. #edchatme

audreyoclair Dec 12 @ 8:38 PM EST

Lurking is often a great way to learn! Welcome! #edchatme

In reply to @QuestForArete

WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 8:39 PM EST

A1. Give S support and opportunity. #edchatme

misterbrigham Dec 12 @ 8:39 PM EST

Likewise. Looking forward to it. #Edchatme

In reply to @audreyoclair

WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 8:39 PM EST

Student choice is so important! #edchatme

In reply to @T_HEB

GeoffCyr Dec 12 @ 8:39 PM EST

A1: Make learning real. Don't tell Ss they'll need to know something later in life; make them need to know and use it now! #edchatme

audreyoclair Dec 12 @ 8:39 PM EST

A1 It's all about voice and choice! Allowing for Ss to play a role in how things are presented and shared is crucial! #edchatme

WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 8:40 PM EST

Great point! #edchatme

In reply to @GeoffCyr

andrewtwallace Dec 12 @ 8:41 PM EST

A1: All those things folks are talking about, and it often helps to employ some technology tools like student response systems #edchatme

WickedDecent Dec 12 @ 8:41 PM EST

A1. Talk with students, not at them. Listen. Even on the outside of the conversation -- just listen. Observe. #learnwhatsup #edchatme

WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 8:41 PM EST

A1. Also let students define and solve real problems. #edchatme

WickedDecent Dec 12 @ 8:42 PM EST

Yup. This. #dtk12chat #makered #edchatme

WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 8:41 PM EST

A1. Also let students define and solve real problems. #edchatme

WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 8:42 PM EST

Eavesdropping as an important form of learning. #edchatme

In reply to @WickedDecent

audreyoclair Dec 12 @ 8:42 PM EST

Yes! Authentic learning opportunities & making the world a smaller place through sharing work via social media & blogs! #edchatme

In reply to @GeoffCyr

DennisDill Dec 12 @ 8:42 PM EST

Before learn comes like ... kids will learn so much more from someone they like. Build that positive Teacher-Student Relationship #edchatme

MichaelisMath - Moderator Dec 12 @ 8:42 PM EST

Jennifer here, h.s. math, checking in late to #edchatme and mostly lurking this evening. Can't wait to see the wisdom that is shared!

WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 8:43 PM EST

It is all about mutual respect. #edchatme

In reply to @DennisDill

WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 8:43 PM EST

Q2: What should we do as teachers to foster parent engagement? #EdChatME

twoguysde Dec 12 @ 8:43 PM EST

A1: Have fun and stop being boring! If you wouldn't sit in your class then don't make students suffer through it #EdChatME

WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 8:43 PM EST

You are welcome at any time! #edchatme

In reply to @MichaelisMath

WickedDecent Dec 12 @ 8:43 PM EST

This is important. #yesand prepare for the now, eyeball the horizon #edchatme

GeoffCyr Dec 12 @ 8:39 PM EST

A1: Make learning real. Don't tell Ss they'll need to know something later in life; make them need to know and use it now! #edchatme

misterbrigham Dec 12 @ 8:44 PM EST

This also applies to subject matter. Learners are much more engaged in subjects they find inherently interesting. #edchatme

In reply to @DennisDill

jbailey8 Dec 12 @ 8:44 PM EST

A1: A good infographic summary of @DrewetteCard Reference to Dan Pink's "Drive" #edchatME

In reply to @DrewetteCard

millerpEDU Dec 12 @ 8:44 PM EST

A1 Sometimes engagement is just compliance with a smile. Let's aim for empowerment and learning momentum. #edchatme

WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 8:44 PM EST

So true! We could learn so much about how to teach from attending our own classes. #edchatme

In reply to @twoguysde

WickedDecent Dec 12 @ 8:44 PM EST

Powertruth from @WillcottJulie #dtk12chat #edchatme

In reply to @WillcottJulie

WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 8:42 PM EST

Eavesdropping as an important form of learning. #edchatme
In reply to @WickedDecent

T_HEB Dec 12 @ 8:45 PM EST

A2 Open our doors. Ps have a lot to offer. Create units that allow them to share their perspectives. #edchatme

cinehead Dec 12 @ 8:45 PM EST

A2 #edchatme Help parents engage your class by publishing student work online. Make learning visible.

jbailey8 Dec 12 @ 8:46 PM EST

A2: Assume Ps want what's best for Ss and listen twice as much as you talk. #edchatME

WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 8:46 PM EST

Don't forget about student's first teacher - the parent. #edchatme

WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 8:43 PM EST

Q2: What should we do as teachers to foster parent engagement? #EdChatME

DennisDill Dec 12 @ 8:46 PM EST

Hey #edchatme ... Dennis from living in Florida, but a product of MSAD 67 Lincoln ... I am at a #STEAM PK-8 school

andrewtwallace Dec 12 @ 8:46 PM EST

A2: Open our schools and classrooms to parents, literally and digitally - e.g. @Google Classroom parent summaries #EdChatME

In reply to @Google

DumontTech Dec 12 @ 8:46 PM EST

Truth. I recorded of myself teaching a few times this year and have indeed learned so much + made important changes. #edchatme

In reply to @WillcottJulie, @twoguysde

T_HEB Dec 12 @ 8:46 PM EST

Keeping Ps informed through website and S generated blog. May spark conversations at home #edchatme #edtechchat

misterbrigham Dec 12 @ 8:46 PM EST

Q2: Design lessons and activities so interesting that students want to talk about them at home. @T_HEB’s open door is also key. #EdChatMe

In reply to @T_HEB

WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 8:47 PM EST

Mobile devices & technology in the home has made the sharing of S work easier and more engaging. #edchatme

In reply to @cinehead

DumontTech Dec 12 @ 8:47 PM EST

Are you/your teachers using the parent summaries? Is it working for you/them? #edchatme

In reply to @andrewtwallace, @Google

WickedDecent Dec 12 @ 8:47 PM EST

Oh yes. Yes yes. This. #edchatme

misterbrigham Dec 12 @ 8:46 PM EST

Q2: Design lessons and activities so interesting that students want to talk about them at home. @T_HEB’s open door is also key. #EdChatMe
In reply to @T_HEB

WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 8:47 PM EST

Sounds great. Where in FLA is it? I do training in FLA occasionally. #edchatme

In reply to @DennisDill

audreyoclair Dec 12 @ 8:48 PM EST

Most have seen this but just in case: https://t.co/EPqyZtgE5t #edchatme

WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 8:48 PM EST

Transparent walls are so important. #edchatme

In reply to @andrewtwallace

millerpEDU Dec 12 @ 8:48 PM EST

A2 Engagement for parents is built on ongoing and genuine partnerships. It's more than events and celebrations. #edchatme

GeoffCyr Dec 12 @ 8:48 PM EST

I'd add @Seesaw, @RemindHQ and @ClassDojo as useful digital tools in this regard #edchatme

In reply to @andrewtwallace, @Seesaw, @RemindHQ, @ClassDojo

jbailey8 Dec 12 @ 8:48 PM EST

I'm using Parent Summaries in Google Classroom. Ps seem to like them. Wish they could click to see Ss work. #googleclassroom #gafe #edchatME

In reply to @DumontTech, @andrewtwallace, @Google

WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 8:48 PM EST

Great idea and follow-through. #edchatme

In reply to @DumontTech, @twoguysde

misterbrigham Dec 12 @ 8:49 PM EST

A2: Does anyone use any particular #edtech to make communication with Ps more effective? #edchatme

GeoffCyr Dec 12 @ 8:50 PM EST

@misterbrigham see my response to @andrewtwallace #edchatme

In reply to @misterbrigham, @andrewtwallace

GeoffCyr Dec 12 @ 8:48 PM EST

I'd add @Seesaw, @RemindHQ and @ClassDojo as useful digital tools in this regard #edchatme
In reply to @andrewtwallace, @Seesaw, @RemindHQ, @ClassDojo

DumontTech Dec 12 @ 8:50 PM EST

A2: I find this much trickier as a MS T than I did as a K-5 T. Less face-to-face, more digital, and not enough. #echatme #edchatME

T_HEB Dec 12 @ 8:50 PM EST

Learned from @TLKaegi that blogs should doc the process. The mess, conversations, iterations. This shares a lot. #edchatme #edtechchat

In reply to @TLKaegi

audreyoclair Dec 12 @ 8:50 PM EST

A2 We often have to heal old wounds that we didn't create! School hasn't always been a safe place for all families! #edchatme

GeoffCyr Dec 12 @ 8:51 PM EST

I see it as a great compliment to G-Classroom. Ts have asked which one to use; I say both! #edchatme

In reply to @andrewtwallace

WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 8:51 PM EST

"The mess" is often where the learning takes place. #edchatme

In reply to @T_HEB, @TLKaegi

audreyoclair Dec 12 @ 8:51 PM EST

Yes! We were just discussing that today! Ugh! Who knows how to fix that? #edchatme

In reply to @DumontTech

DennisDill Dec 12 @ 8:51 PM EST

I am in Winter Haven at Jewett School of the Arts. #edchatME

In reply to @WillcottJulie

audreyoclair Dec 12 @ 8:52 PM EST

Q3: What should we do as teachers to foster community engagement? #EdChatME

jbailey8 Dec 12 @ 8:53 PM EST

A3: T work and S work should be seen in the community. Bring experts into class and Ss into your town. #edchatME

DennisDill Dec 12 @ 8:53 PM EST

Balmy 70ish ... AC running. Dropped into the 50s over the weekend. #edchatME

In reply to @andrewtwallace

cinehead Dec 12 @ 8:53 PM EST

A3 #edchatme Engage your community: Have Ss collaborate with local museums, non-profits for #pbl related to your curriculum.

andrewtwallace Dec 12 @ 8:53 PM EST

A3: find ways to make learning experiences authentic with a community element, or ideally a community benefit #EdChatME

audreyoclair Dec 12 @ 8:54 PM EST

A3 Engage with business through social media. Ask for support & offer support. Make aware of school activities and opportunities. #edchatme

WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 8:54 PM EST

So important! Those transparent walls again. It will also make learning real world. #edchatme

jbailey8 Dec 12 @ 8:53 PM EST

A3: T work and S work should be seen in the community. Bring experts into class and Ss into your town. #edchatME

GeoffCyr Dec 12 @ 8:54 PM EST

A3 COMMUNICATE. In addition to Parent engagement, taxpayers want to know (and deserve to know) where their money is going #edchatme

nbctsofmaine Dec 12 @ 8:54 PM EST

Please help us celebrate our NBCTs this week! #nbctME @MaineASCD @EducateMaine @MaineLiteracy @Ecet2Maine @MAINETOY @MaineCELA #edchatme

nbctsofmaine Dec 12 @ 12:51 PM EST

It's #TeamNBCT week! Help us celebrate Maine NBCTs who elevate teaching and learning. #ShoutOut to NBCTs who inspire you using #nbctME!

misterbrigham Dec 12 @ 8:55 PM EST

A3: Let students design community-based projects for #pbl, get community business leaders and policy makers into the classroom. #edchatme

DumontTech Dec 12 @ 8:55 PM EST

A3: We've had some amazing experiences bringing in community experts. Seeing real people doing tech has been transformative. #edchatme

audreyoclair Dec 12 @ 8:55 PM EST

Woah! #edchatme meets #edchatca?? Welcome!

DennisDill Dec 12 @ 8:55 PM EST

A2 - I have parent cell phone numbers and they have mine ... use @Schoology If the kids are not engaged parents won't be engaged #edchatme

In reply to @Schoology

WickedDecent Dec 12 @ 8:55 PM EST

A3 Find community partners within your own classroom; family members who are entrepreneurs, parents who run United Way chapter #edchatme

WickedDecent Dec 12 @ 8:58 PM EST

#edchatme

WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 8:57 PM EST

And encourage Students to be community leaders. #SmallTownLife #edchatMENA

audreyoclair Dec 12 @ 8:58 PM EST

A3 our JMG program in Brewer was amazing at this! Career fairs and job shadow opportunities at the HS level. #edchatme

T_HEB Dec 12 @ 8:59 PM EST

Working w comm members who have immigrated. They share their story w Ss who then write non-fic narratives. An amazing experience. #edchatme

WickedDecent Dec 12 @ 8:55 PM EST

A3 Find community partners within your own classroom; family members who are entrepreneurs, parents who run United Way chapter #edchatme

eringobragh29 Dec 12 @ 8:59 PM EST

Hiya, #EdChatME!! Popping in waaaaaay late tonight! Erin, 9th and 12th gr. English for RSU17!

audreyoclair Dec 12 @ 8:59 PM EST

I actually wrote a blog post for @sevenzo_org on the subject: https://t.co/ItIbODgVI1 #edchatme

In reply to @sevenzo_org

WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 9:00 PM EST

Better late than never. #edchatme

In reply to @eringobragh29

audreyoclair Dec 12 @ 9:02 PM EST

Q4: How can we start engagement even before children begin formal K-12 education? #EdChatME

eringobragh29 Dec 12 @ 9:02 PM EST

A3: Sounds silly, but extending an actual invitation is a must. Too often we assume that parents/comm mems. know what's happening! #edchatme

DennisDill Dec 12 @ 9:02 PM EST

LOVE it ... actually had some orchestra student perform the Minute when we were studying colonial life ... #edchatME

In reply to @WillcottJulie

WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 9:03 PM EST

A4. #oneword Libraries! #edchatme

DumontTech Dec 12 @ 9:03 PM EST

A4: Encourage inquiry! Enjoy exploration and wonderings. Don't squash questions. #edchatme

misterbrigham Dec 12 @ 9:03 PM EST

A4: @StarWarsinClass #Edchatme

In reply to @StarWarsinClass

jbailey8 Dec 12 @ 9:03 PM EST

A4: Pre-school and Headstart programs are such important ways to get early S and P engagment. #edchatME

T_HEB Dec 12 @ 9:04 PM EST

A4 Get young children outside! Backyards, hikes, beaches, city benches. Children will ask questions, get curious, sparks will fly. #edchatme

audreyoclair Dec 12 @ 9:04 PM EST

A4 I love sharing @Readyrosie with families & communities & schools to build those bonds early! #NAEYC #edchatme

In reply to @Readyrosie

eringobragh29 Dec 12 @ 9:04 PM EST

A4: Getting little 'uns engaged in storytelling, the arts, and general (purposeful) mess-making! #edchatme

audreyoclair Dec 12 @ 9:06 PM EST

A4 Love this form that my school district sent out in Sept. to get a heads up about who was headed their way! #edchatme

misterbrigham Dec 12 @ 9:06 PM EST

@jbailey8 Thank you for supporting me on @StarWarsinClass #edchatme Student interests deserve classroom airtime.

In reply to @jbailey8, @StarWarsinClass

DrewetteCard - Moderator Dec 12 @ 9:07 PM EST

A4) build a positive culture of learning and a fail forward mindset at home #edchatme

audreyoclair Dec 12 @ 9:07 PM EST

A4 What if we invited families with non school aged children to events like open houses and lit/math nights? #edchatme

eringobragh29 Dec 12 @ 9:07 PM EST

Definitely. Our town has the NICEST children's librarian. She's really nice and super helpful! #edchatme

WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 9:03 PM EST

A4. #oneword Libraries! #edchatme

WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 9:08 PM EST

Great to see Ts supporting Ts - and Ss in the process. #LearningIsSoMuchBiggerThanTheRoom #edchatme

misterbrigham Dec 12 @ 9:08 PM EST

I like it. Bring the little ones. Offer PK events in addition to K-12 events at our schools. #edchatme

In reply to @audreyoclair

T_HEB Dec 12 @ 9:08 PM EST

Great idea. Could also identify a handful of days where those families could come into school during the day. Build partnership. #edchatme

audreyoclair Dec 12 @ 9:07 PM EST

A4 What if we invited families with non school aged children to events like open houses and lit/math nights? #edchatme

WickedDecent Dec 12 @ 9:09 PM EST

A4 I've got a parent coming on Wednesday to share his experience building a tiny house to help with our design challenge #edchatme

WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 9:10 PM EST

@audreyoclair Wouldn't it be awesome if Ts had met and knew their K students before the first day of school? #edchatme

In reply to @audreyoclair

Ms_Levinsky Dec 12 @ 9:10 PM EST

Hey everyone jumping on a bit late. Grade 7 ELA, new teacher #edchatme

misterbrigham Dec 12 @ 9:10 PM EST

.@audreyoclair My son built a strong connection w/ school b4 being a student from always being at school events. #teacherlife #edchatme

In reply to @audreyoclair

WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 9:10 PM EST

Welcome to #edchatme !

In reply to @Ms_Levinsky

audreyoclair Dec 12 @ 9:10 PM EST

A4 Start where you wish to finish! If we want them to stay engaged, we need to keep it meaningful. Offer multiple opportunities! #edchatme

WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 9:11 PM EST

Q5: Engagement often fades out by middle school. HMW maintain high levels of engagement? #EdChatME

T_HEB Dec 12 @ 9:11 PM EST

Psyched to be following the process of this unit. I would love to be a S with that project...so would my son. #edchatme

WickedDecent Dec 12 @ 9:09 PM EST

A4 I've got a parent coming on Wednesday to share his experience building a tiny house to help with our design challenge #edchatme

WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 9:11 PM EST

My answer to A5. Learn to love the mess that is adolescence...and work from that love. #edchatme

jbailey8 Dec 12 @ 9:11 PM EST

A5: So important that Middle Schools address the social-emotional and honor student choice, not just drill and kill academics. #edchatME

misterbrigham Dec 12 @ 9:12 PM EST

I’m interesting in this too. @WickedDecent is always doing awesome stuff. #edchatme

In reply to @T_HEB, @WickedDecent

audreyoclair Dec 12 @ 9:12 PM EST

Happy to have you! Make sure you go to @participatelrn for the full transcript after as the sharing has been AMAZING! #EDCHATME

In reply to @Ms_Levinsky, @participatelrn

Ms_Levinsky Dec 12 @ 9:12 PM EST

A5: Having the learning apply to their lives and be as authentic as possible! #edchatme

eringobragh29 Dec 12 @ 9:12 PM EST

A5: Tailor the ed exp as much as you can! HS kids aren't engaged in all their classes the same amt. #voiceandchoicebaby #heckyes #edchatme

DumontTech Dec 12 @ 9:12 PM EST

Every time you post tonight I think "That's what I was thinking!" #edchatme

In reply to @jbailey8

misterbrigham Dec 12 @ 9:13 PM EST

A5: As students age, we need to reward their maturation with more agency. More student voice, more student choice. #edchatme

WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 9:14 PM EST

And let Ss tackle mature problems. #edchatme

misterbrigham Dec 12 @ 9:13 PM EST

A5: As students age, we need to reward their maturation with more agency. More student voice, more student choice. #edchatme

eringobragh29 Dec 12 @ 9:14 PM EST

A5, 2: Interests differ based on age, location, demographics. Was never meant to be a one-size-fits-all fix. #studentsareorganic #edchatme

misterbrigham Dec 12 @ 9:14 PM EST

A5: Also, more collaboration for our super social middle schoolers. Less rows. More tables and circles. #edchatme #classroomdesgin

jbailey8 Dec 12 @ 9:14 PM EST

I know how you feel. I've been liking more than typing tonight. #onemind #edchatME

In reply to @DumontTech

DumontTech Dec 12 @ 9:15 PM EST

A5: Build on their need for social interaction/maximize it in engaging them. My Ss loved group vocab padlets last week. #edchatme

T_HEB Dec 12 @ 9:16 PM EST

Thanks #edchatme. Hope you all enjoyed the snow. Have a great week. #PLNPower

audreyoclair Dec 12 @ 9:16 PM EST

Don't you love @padlet's new comment feature? #edchatme

In reply to @DumontTech, @padlet

WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 9:16 PM EST

Enjoy the snow! Love the snow day! #edchatme

In reply to @T_HEB

WickedDecent Dec 12 @ 9:17 PM EST

Come on up any time, Tim; I love having people come and hang with me; ask @Ms_Levinsky! #talkyerneckoff #edchatme

In reply to @T_HEB, @Ms_Levinsky

DumontTech Dec 12 @ 9:17 PM EST

Yes! I love the updates I've seen in the last year. #padlet #edchatme

In reply to @audreyoclair, @padlet

Ms_Levinsky Dec 12 @ 9:17 PM EST

I totally agree. Want to help my middle schoolers to be in the moment #edchatme

WickedDecent Dec 12 @ 8:43 PM EST
This is important. #yesand prepare for the now, eyeball the horizon #edchatme
- GeoffCyr Dec 12 @ 8:39 PM EST
  
  A1: Make learning real. Don't tell Ss they'll need to know something later in life; make them need to know and use it now! #edchatme

eringobragh29 Dec 12 @ 9:17 PM EST

A5, 3: Also, raise the stakes. I've seen too many MS kids fail, but still move on to the next grade. How does that help Ss learn? #edchatme

audreyoclair Dec 12 @ 9:18 PM EST

Really wishing someone would mash these tweets into a musical of some sort! #beautifullearning #beautifulsharing #edchatme

eringobragh29 Dec 12 @ 9:19 PM EST

Ss will rise to the challenge that we present to them. They are so bright and competitive and capable! They can do eet! #edchatme

audreyoclair Dec 12 @ 9:19 PM EST

Q6: What are your go-to resources for family/student/community engagement? #EdChatME

WickedDecent Dec 12 @ 9:19 PM EST

Ahem. . . @jbailey8 . . . #edchatme

In reply to @jbailey8

audreyoclair Dec 12 @ 9:18 PM EST

Really wishing someone would mash these tweets into a musical of some sort! #beautifullearning #beautifulsharing #edchatme

misterbrigham Dec 12 @ 9:20 PM EST

What if there were no grades? #whatifItoldyou #edchatme

In reply to @eringobragh29

WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 9:20 PM EST

A6. Love me some @Padlet. #edchatme

In reply to @padlet

WickedDecent Dec 12 @ 9:21 PM EST

weird to know @jbailey8 is to think like @jbailey8 #edchatme

In reply to @DumontTech, @jbailey8, @jbailey8, @jbailey8

eringobragh29 Dec 12 @ 9:21 PM EST

I say bring it on. But also meet standards before you are promoted along. #gradesarestupid #PBEalltheway #edchatme

misterbrigham Dec 12 @ 9:20 PM EST

What if there were no grades? #whatifItoldyou #edchatme
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audreyoclair Dec 12 @ 9:21 PM EST

A6 Wondering if this fine group has heard about my pal @chipdono's book: https://t.co/vXdo9ONLqY #edchatme

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Ms_Levinsky Dec 12 @ 9:22 PM EST

A6: I feel like I say this a lot, but the Samantha Smith Chall as a framework! Also senators. https://t.co/Cl2WE5GgoS #edchatme

Ms_Levinsky Dec 12 @ 9:23 PM EST

A6: Speaking of books, I worked on this one in college! https://t.co/MyjHzNSSVt #edchatme

misterbrigham Dec 12 @ 9:23 PM EST

A6: For students, @PearDeck For parents and community members, I’m still searching. Writing in local papers gets attention though. #edchatme

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WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 9:23 PM EST

A6. Check out https://t.co/SIwPhSC7Eu @sevenzo_org for incredible thoughts on creating positive learning experiences. #edchatme

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WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 9:23 PM EST

A6. Check out https://t.co/imc0IRCtEp @sevenzo_org for incredible thoughts on creating positive learning experiences. #edchatme

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jbailey8 Dec 12 @ 9:24 PM EST

"Alexander's bored again. Your grammar worksheets just don't interest or challenge him." #hamiltonparodies #edchatME

WickedDecent Dec 12 @ 9:19 PM EST
Ahem. . . @jbailey8 . . . #edchatme
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- audreyoclair Dec 12 @ 9:18 PM EST
  
  Really wishing someone would mash these tweets into a musical of some sort! #beautifullearning #beautifulsharing #edchatme

Ms_Levinsky Dec 12 @ 9:24 PM EST

A6: We also do a weekly update sent by email that families love! #edchatme

eringobragh29 Dec 12 @ 9:24 PM EST

A6: Setting up a Google survey about communication to send to Ps this year. Ss aren't always forthcoming; reaching out is good! #edchatme

DumontTech Dec 12 @ 9:25 PM EST

A6: #GSuite - sites, mail, forms, etc., #Seesaw for digital portfolios #Remind for notifications #edchatme

misterbrigham Dec 12 @ 9:26 PM EST

I’m intrigued. What would a student authored weekly class update to parents look like? #edchatme

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eringobragh29 Dec 12 @ 9:26 PM EST

A6, 2: Encouraging Ps to check out Google Classroom's parent function has been fun, too. Everybody learns something new! #OMGGAFE #edchatme

WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 9:26 PM EST

#NEXTSTEPS: What are your plans to engage all partners in your learners' education? #EdChatME

QuestForArete Dec 12 @ 9:27 PM EST

#edchatme this has been informative. Thank you

er1nwood Dec 12 @ 9:27 PM EST

A6: each year inask families what works best for them-this year it's Instagram. We also donLearning Stories for individual Ss #edchatme

jbailey8 Dec 12 @ 9:27 PM EST

#NEXTSTEPS Finish my recently begun Hamilton Musical parody from the perspective of the disengaged learner. #edchatME

WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 9:27 PM EST

I use @padlet as a collaborative whiteboard & to distribute, & keep up-to-date resources. Everyone can access. #edchatme

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misterbrigham Dec 12 @ 9:27 PM EST

#NEXTSTEPS I may explore requiring my student to collaborate on a weekly/biweekly newsletter to email home to parents. #whynot #edchatme

WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 9:28 PM EST

#NEXTSTEPS Buy tickets to see the new Hamilton Musical parody. #GreatStockingStuffers. #edchatme

jbailey8 Dec 12 @ 9:27 PM EST

#NEXTSTEPS Finish my recently begun Hamilton Musical parody from the perspective of the disengaged learner. #edchatME

audreyoclair Dec 12 @ 9:28 PM EST

#NEXTSTEPS I will go to @participatelrn for this transcript and share on #TheBookofFaces and look into new resources! #edchatme

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WillcottJulie Dec 12 @ 9:29 PM EST

Thank you for your #engagement. Be sure to follow your #connections from tonight. #EdChatME

misterbrigham Dec 12 @ 9:29 PM EST

Thanks for the great chat @WillcottJulie @audreyoclair and all the great posts everyone. I’m looking forward to the next time #EdChatMe

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DumontTech Dec 12 @ 9:29 PM EST

#NEXTSTEPS Find ways to get my students to engage with the larger community. #edchatme