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participatechat Jun 27 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Participate in the upcoming #5thchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/bsl55664vz

PenpalSchools Jun 27 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #5thChat! Please introduce yourselves!

PenpalSchools Jun 27 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Tonights topic is Making Global Connections. Follow us for the Qs! Our community manager @jessicaraealt will be moderating. #5thChat

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:01 PM EDT

It's time for #5thchat! Be sure to follow @PenpalSchools for the questions and I'll be moderating!! Anyone in San Antonio w/ me for #iste17?

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:02 PM EDT

We'll be following Q/A format for tonight's #5thChat! Excited to discuss Making Global Connections from #ISTE17! Anyone else in San Antonio?

PaulSolarz - Moderator Jun 27 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hi #5thchat! I'm Paul Solarz, a 5th grade teacher from Arlington Heights, IL. Excited to learn with @Jessicaraealt & #PenPalSchools tonight!

techieteacher Jun 27 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hi, I'm mandy from MN and I teach 5/6 ELA and some tech ..looking forward to this chat tonight! #5thchat

shammanaj Jun 27 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hi, I'm Shauna, 5th grade teacher from AZ, and I'm #notatISTE17 #5thchat

gatorzread Jun 27 @ 8:03 PM EDT

@gatorzread from Grapevine/ colleyville ISD in Tx. I am a 4th year librarian passionate about Global connections! #5thchat

LannySaretsky Jun 27 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Great topic #5thchat I teach gr 2 from Saskatchewan Canada

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:04 PM EDT

I'm jessica, the community manager at @PenpalSchools and former #sped teacher in the #nycdoe #5thchat

PenpalSchools Jun 27 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #5thChat! Please introduce yourselves!

PenpalSchools Jun 27 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Q1: How do you prepare students for a globally connected world? #5thChat

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Welcome!! Can't wait to learn from you!! #5thchat

In reply to @gatorzread

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Using social media and other forms of digital connections helps prepare students for the connected world we're living in. #5thchat

PenpalSchools Jun 27 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Q1: How do you prepare students for a globally connected world? #5thChat

Ed_Stories Jun 27 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1 Andrea from CT-Connect Ss with peers across the globe for meaningful personalized interaction. #GlobalEd + #STEM @LevelUpVillage #5thchat

LannySaretsky Jun 27 @ 8:07 PM EDT

A1 make connect with other classes in the world from a young age; walls are just good for keeping out bugs and in sask snowstorms #5thchat

shammanaj Jun 27 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1By modeling how to use technology to make meaningful connections #5thchat

ApraRalli Jun 27 @ 8:08 PM EDT

#5thchat hey good morning, Aprajita Ralli from India.I teach the secondary school History.

techieteacher Jun 27 @ 8:08 PM EDT

I want to get better at this but so far, skyping with other classes, also authors and experts, I am open to ideas! #5thchat

gatorzread Jun 27 @ 8:08 PM EDT

#5thchat Students need to understand the importance and the "Why" that we connect globally.

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:08 PM EDT

How do you find classes to connect with? #5thchat

In reply to @LannySaretsky

kendremilburn Jun 27 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1 make sure they are globally connected! Use social media, share blog posts with your own SM, bring in experts around the world #5thchat

PenpalSchools Jun 27 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Q1: How do you prepare students for a globally connected world? #5thChat

ApraRalli Jun 27 @ 8:09 PM EDT

#5thchat A1.i am actually looking for a global connection with school for my grade 7&9 to teach them concept of globalisation

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Welcome! I love this idea of personalized interaction. It's about that give-and-take connection! #5thchat

In reply to @Ed_Stories, @LevelUpVillage

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:09 PM EDT

It all starts with the teacher, right? Modeling has a huge impact. #5thchat

In reply to @shammanaj

massignmenthelp Jun 27 @ 8:10 PM EDT

5 Easy Ways to Effectively Utilize Your Summer Vacations https://t.co/TdKynr8S4n #edulive #2ndaryELA #5thchat

AssignmentHelpN Jun 27 @ 8:10 PM EDT

7 Productive Activities to Make the Best use of Summer Vacations https://t.co/7IWgJiMM2a #edulive #2ndaryELA #5thchat

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Remember to use the #5thchat in your responses tonight!

cloeff33 Jun 27 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Chris Loeffler, from Wilmington, DE #5thchat

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Good morning! Do you connect your students with the world? #5thchat

In reply to @ApraRalli

LannySaretsky Jun 27 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Twitter is my main go to. @gr2rm13 is my class account where we follow lots of other great 2 classes and make connections #5thchat

In reply to @Jessicaraealt, @gr2rm13

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:10 PM EDT

We're here to learn and get better, so you're in the right spot! How do you create these opportunities? #5thchat

In reply to @techieteacher

PaulSolarz - Moderator Jun 27 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1 - #5thchat - Mystery Skype - @PenPalSchools - We become an International Crew colonizing Mars - Projects w/ students in other countries

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Preach! Why do you connect globally? #5thchat

gatorzread Jun 27 @ 8:08 PM EDT

#5thchat Students need to understand the importance and the "Why" that we connect globally.

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:11 PM EDT

What kind of social media do you use with your students? #5thchat

In reply to @kendremilburn

PenpalSchools Jun 27 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Q2: Why is it important to connect your Ss to people around the world? #5thChat

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:12 PM EDT

You've come to the right place! I hope you leave this chat with some great ideas and resources to help you connect your classroom! #5thchat

In reply to @ApraRalli

cloeff33 Jun 27 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1 focus on developing empathy through perspectives. Sharing, connecting to as many perspectives as possible. #5thchat

shammanaj Jun 27 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Skype, Google Hangouts, Twitter, Instagram, Edublogs. I'll try anything! #5thchat

In reply to @techieteacher

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Welcome! Do you teach 5th grade? #5thchat

In reply to @cloeff33

LannySaretsky Jun 27 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Anything Google is great 4 collab projects #5thchat

In reply to @PaulSolarz, @PenpalSchools

techieteacher Jun 27 @ 8:12 PM EDT

I use twitter a lot to connect w other Ts and also @KateMessner s website has an amazing list of authors who Skype #5thchat

In reply to @Jessicaraealt, @KateMessner

kendremilburn Jun 27 @ 8:13 PM EDT

We had both and Instagram and a twitter. They loved using Instagram a lot more though. #5thchat

In reply to @Jessicaraealt

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Nice! How do you find connections? #5thchat

In reply to @shammanaj, @techieteacher

cloeff33 Jun 27 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Not anymore. Changing to admin this summer. #5thchat

In reply to @Jessicaraealt

gatorzread Jun 27 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A2 #5thchat important for students to have a real audience. Also to get other perspectives, learn about other cultures..

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Paul is one of our awesome Global Ambassadors! You guys already what a great resource he is for learning! #5thchat

PaulSolarz - Moderator Jun 27 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1 - #5thchat - Mystery Skype - @PenPalSchools - We become an International Crew colonizing Mars - Projects w/ students in other countries

PaulSolarz - Moderator Jun 27 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A1 - Some things we've done in our classroom over the past few years that relate to Global Education... #5thchat

shammanaj Jun 27 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Twitter is my fave way of finding others. Sometimes we connect via comments on class blogs #5thchat

In reply to @Jessicaraealt, @techieteacher

techieteacher Jun 27 @ 8:14 PM EDT

I usually put out there that I am looking for a class to mystery Skype with (on twitter) or I find experts on Skype for edu #5thchat

In reply to @Jessicaraealt, @shammanaj

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Wow! So you can really impact how Ss connect with the world in your school! Awesome! #5thchat

In reply to @cloeff33

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:15 PM EDT

I love this idea of a real audience. Authenticity is key. #5thchat

gatorzread Jun 27 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A2 #5thchat important for students to have a real audience. Also to get other perspectives, learn about other cultures..

gatorzread Jun 27 @ 8:16 PM EDT

#5thchat There are also groups in Google plus. Search for one called Connected Classroom and join to find and count next with other classes

In reply to @techieteacher, @Jessicaraealt, @shammanaj

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Awesome! We've just created new Global Teacher Forums on @penpalschools to help Ts find these kind of connections. #5thchat

In reply to @techieteacher, @shammanaj, @PenpalSchools

ApraRalli Jun 27 @ 8:16 PM EDT

#5thchat A2 we are living in world which is getting flatter & smaller each day.Ss must understand this & feel equipped to handle the change

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Google Plus making global connections possible! #5thchat

gatorzread Jun 27 @ 8:16 PM EDT

#5thchat There are also groups in Google plus. Search for one called Connected Classroom and join to find and count next with other classes
In reply to @techieteacher, @Jessicaraealt, @shammanaj

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2 it's important to connect Ss with the world because we are already living in a globally connected world, have been for a while. #5thchat

techieteacher Jun 27 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: Ss need to realize there is a big world outside by mtg Ss from other schools and learning about them we break down the walls #5thchat

shammanaj Jun 27 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2 Communication skills are critical. Ss need to practice listening & speaking to people outside their own school/community #5thchat

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Yes. Too often Ss go from school to home and that is all they know. With tech, we can open their eyes/ears/minds to the world! #5thchat

In reply to @techieteacher

techieteacher Jun 27 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Very cool! Thanks for sharing! #5thchat

In reply to @Jessicaraealt, @shammanaj, @PenpalSchools

LannySaretsky Jun 27 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2 the more we connect with Ss from all over the more our perceptions widen. We start seeing things thru others persp as well #5thchat

PenpalSchools Jun 27 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Q3: How can global connections positively impact students? #5thChat

Ed_Stories Jun 27 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2 - So important to form global connections starting young to foster a lifetime of empathy +understanding https://t.co/bkXTwuvueu #5thchat

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Pro-tip: If you've never used @participate for Twitter chats, I encourage you to check it out. It's a game changer! #5thchat

techieteacher Jun 27 @ 8:19 PM EDT

I so agree! Some of my fave moments are when authors respond to a S on twitter or Skype and they see that their voice matters! #5thchat

In reply to @Jessicaraealt

cloeff33 Jun 27 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A3 Ss get a sense of others, build empathy and recognize their place in the world. #5thchat

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Yeah, the world gets less black and white the more perspectives we are aware of. It's a colorful world! #5thchat

In reply to @LannySaretsky

cloeff33 Jun 27 @ 8:21 PM EDT

What is it? #5thchat

In reply to @Jessicaraealt, @participate

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Awesome! Look out world, global citizens are coming at ya! #betterworld #problemsolvers #future #5thchat

In reply to @Ed_Stories

techieteacher Jun 27 @ 8:21 PM EDT

I agree! What a great way to teach compassion and global awareness! #5thchat

In reply to @LannySaretsky

gatorzread Jun 27 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Q3: #5thchat Empathy for others, self:world connections. SS are used to connecting using tech..FaceTime. They are comf. with GC and love it!

aghankins Jun 27 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3- It helps them to develop an awareness and empathy for a world much bigger than what they know. #5thchat

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:22 PM EDT

You said you find the authors on Skype, or also in Google Plus groups? #5thchat

In reply to @techieteacher

shammanaj Jun 27 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3 Seeing common ground they share. Every class we talked to this year was into fidget spinners & slime just like mine was! #5thchat

Ed_Stories Jun 27 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3 Great example of the impact of global connections on a group of 6th graders in CT #5thchat

BridgetSuvansri Jun 27 @ 7:52 AM EDT

Read about Greenwich students experience @levelupvillage and Zimbabwe! https://t.co/EjVwcgXr8H

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Honestly I haven't explored it all, but I mainly use their chat streams. They have an awesome interface for Twitter chats. #5thchat

In reply to @cloeff33, @participate

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:23 PM EDT

YES - they are comfortable with this! Maybe more so than adults sometimes. The only world they know is a globally connected world. #5thchat

gatorzread Jun 27 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Q3: #5thchat Empathy for others, self:world connections. SS are used to connecting using tech..FaceTime. They are comf. with GC and love it!

gatorzread Jun 27 @ 8:23 PM EDT

#5thchat There are MANY ways to find global partners. Those are just two of the ways

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:22 PM EDT

You said you find the authors on Skype, or also in Google Plus groups? #5thchat
In reply to @techieteacher

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Totally. I think empathy leads to collaborative problem solving. #5thchat

In reply to @aghankins

ApraRalli Jun 27 @ 8:24 PM EDT

#5thchat A3. Global connections help Ss become openminded,they understand how to care & share the world ,it's resources.They learn of equity

techieteacher Jun 27 @ 8:24 PM EDT

It's so important for Ss to see that their are Ss that don't look or talk like them but are still just kids learning just like them #5thchat

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:24 PM EDT

This literally made me LOL. Fidget spinners taking over the world.... #5thchat

shammanaj Jun 27 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3 Seeing common ground they share. Every class we talked to this year was into fidget spinners & slime just like mine was! #5thchat

PaulSolarz - Moderator Jun 27 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A3 - Global connections clarify misconceptions for kids & students learn that we are all more similar than we are different. #5thchat

LannySaretsky Jun 27 @ 8:25 PM EDT

I'm going to have to check out Google plus. I love how I always learn a few new things in every chat. #5thchat

In reply to @Jessicaraealt, @techieteacher

gatorzread Jun 27 @ 8:25 PM EDT

If you've never connected globally, the Global Read Aloud is a great place to start! @pernilleripp #GRA17 #5thchat

techieteacher Jun 27 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Yes! There are countless ways, those are just 2 of my go-to places! #5thchat

In reply to @gatorzread

PenpalSchools Jun 27 @ 8:26 PM EDT

Q4: What are some challenges or barriers to connecting your students with the world? #5thChat

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:26 PM EDT

We'll discuss equity more in a bit! Critical piece of global connections. #5thchat

ApraRalli Jun 27 @ 8:24 PM EDT

#5thchat A3. Global connections help Ss become openminded,they understand how to care & share the world ,it's resources.They learn of equity

techieteacher Jun 27 @ 8:26 PM EDT

Ahh, fidget spinners are taking over the world!! 😂#5thchat

In reply to @Jessicaraealt

PaulSolarz - Moderator Jun 27 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A4: Challenges to connecting students around the world: time zones, language barriers, access to technology, fitting it in. #5thchat

gatorzread Jun 27 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3: #5thchat A few challenges are time constraints with different time zones, schedules, lining up curriculum for connections..:

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Learning is social, and of course teachers are learning masters! Twitter chats are such amazing learning networks. #5thchat

In reply to @LannySaretsky, @techieteacher

techieteacher Jun 27 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A4: time zones! I want Ss to chat with other countries but it doesn't often work, also internet blocks at school #5thchat

cloeff33 Jun 27 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A4 maintaining a meaningful connection w/ the other class throughout the year/project. #5thchat

Ed_Stories Jun 27 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A5 Wifi, educ.inequity, internet access + disparity in technology know-how... but the more imp. cultural differences are celebrated #5thchat

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:29 PM EDT

What are some ways that you overcome the time zone barrier? #5thchat

techieteacher Jun 27 @ 8:29 PM EDT

I could t agree more! I learn so much! #5thchat

In reply to @Jessicaraealt, @LannySaretsky

MarkDDanforth Jun 27 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Hi #5thchat! Joining just a little late from San Antonio, Texas! Excited to discuss global ed with you all :)

shammanaj Jun 27 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4 Schedules are an issue. Only so much of the class day is flexible time, much is carved in stone #5thchat

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:30 PM EDT

We're discussing global connections over at #5thchat! #iste17 #notatiste #globaled #penpalchat #learn #connect

gatorzread Jun 27 @ 8:31 PM EDT

#5thchat Use a common @padlet for students to share, blogs, share a google slides that classes communicate through, Flipgrid videos..

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:29 PM EDT

What are some ways that you overcome the time zone barrier? #5thchat

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Love @padlet and @flipgrid! Great resources! #5thchat

gatorzread Jun 27 @ 8:31 PM EDT
#5thchat Use a common @padlet for students to share, blogs, share a google slides that classes communicate through, Flipgrid videos..
- Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:29 PM EDT
  
  What are some ways that you overcome the time zone barrier? #5thchat

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:32 PM EDT

How far in advance do you plan global connections? #5thchat

In reply to @shammanaj

LannySaretsky Jun 27 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Had a Skype with a clas from India. B4 it we talked about Indian ppl.Ss thought they used 2 live in tipi, lots of misunder 2 clar #5thchat

In reply to @PaulSolarz

PenpalSchools Jun 27 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Q5: If you had unlimited resources available to connect your Ss to the world, what would you do? #5thChat

techieteacher Jun 27 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Great ideas! I've only used these within my own class but why couldn't we break out and connect globally with them? #5thchat @flipgrid

In reply to @gatorzread, @padlet, @flipgrid

shammanaj Jun 27 @ 8:33 PM EDT

I like to be spontaneous when possible. If someone tweets me abt connecting that day I try to say yes! #5thchat

In reply to @Jessicaraealt

MarkDDanforth Jun 27 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A4: I've heard of schools doing a #globaled lock-in where students sleep over at the school and have global video chats. #5thchat

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Totally! Ts have used them to along with @penpalschools projects to deepen the learning. #5thchat

techieteacher Jun 27 @ 8:33 PM EDT

Great ideas! I've only used these within my own class but why couldn't we break out and connect globally with them? #5thchat @flipgrid
In reply to @gatorzread, @padlet, @flipgrid

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Jealous and impressed. I taught in a HS w. limited devices so spontaneous+tech did not work together. #5thchat

In reply to @shammanaj

techieteacher Jun 27 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Q5: I would connect with global classrooms but on a one to one basis, more S to S interaction and collaboration vs whole class #5thchat

cloeff33 Jun 27 @ 8:35 PM EDT

#5thchat How do you use flipgrid. It feels like I should be using it.

In reply to @gatorzread, @padlet

ApraRalli Jun 27 @ 8:35 PM EDT

#5thchat A4 time zones has been my greatest challenge of all times, secondly preset notions about a country. get a little difficult to shed

LannySaretsky Jun 27 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A4 time zones, wish they didnt exist but theres still ways 2 overcome them; slow skypes, collab google slide projects, etc #5thchat

PaulSolarz - Moderator Jun 27 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A5 - Let's visit places around the world! Nothing beats that! Can you imagine school in Rome, Athens, Cairo, Sydney, etc? #5thchat

gatorzread Jun 27 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A5 #5thchat Webcam/computer with video cam, snowball mic for better audio

lalainjapan Jun 27 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A4: Time zones, lack of technology, curriculum restraints #5thchat

PenpalSchools Jun 27 @ 8:26 PM EDT

Q4: What are some challenges or barriers to connecting your students with the world? #5thChat

shammanaj Jun 27 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A5 Would love to make long-term, collaborative relationships with other classes. Usually ours are one and done #5thchat

Ed_Stories Jun 27 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A5 Every classroom becomes a wired global classroom; add in #globalgoals; promote #GlobalEd equity + inspire Ss to be change agents #5thchat

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:37 PM EDT

.@penpalschools can help make this a reality.We connect Ss individually, + each S gets up to 3 PenPals. They learn in a group chat. #5thchat

In reply to @techieteacher, @PenpalSchools

gatorzread Jun 27 @ 8:37 PM EDT

#5thchat it allows you to post a question and anyone with link can leave a video response https://t.co/nzOXdkbJD9

In reply to @cloeff33, @padlet

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Difficult, certainly, but also a big reason why it's so important to connect your Ss! #5thchat

In reply to @ApraRalli

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:38 PM EDT

This is the dream! #5thchat

In reply to @PaulSolarz

ApraRalli Jun 27 @ 8:38 PM EDT

#5thchat A5. Resources aren't an issue for us...maybe time management I'd look at..have concepts taught collaboratively or plan exchanges

techieteacher Jun 27 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Yes I would like this too! Think of the deeper connections that could be made vs just surface #5thchat

In reply to @shammanaj

Ed_Stories Jun 27 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Time zones can be overcome via asychronous video exchange + project collab; but live chat is superb where time zones allow #5thchat

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Preach! #dreams #future #goals #5thchat

Ed_Stories Jun 27 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A5 Every classroom becomes a wired global classroom; add in #globalgoals; promote #GlobalEd equity + inspire Ss to be change agents #5thchat

gatorzread Jun 27 @ 8:40 PM EDT

#5thchat Incorporate the help of your school librarian to help find global partners. LIbrarians provide more than just book resources!

LannySaretsky Jun 27 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Asynchronous video- is that like leaving a Skype video message? #5thchat

In reply to @Ed_Stories

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:42 PM EDT

YES! Librarians are such amazing resources - especially for collaborations! #5thchat

gatorzread Jun 27 @ 8:40 PM EDT

#5thchat Incorporate the help of your school librarian to help find global partners. LIbrarians provide more than just book resources!

Ed_Stories Jun 27 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Agree. @ChapinSchoolNYC is a great example - extended global collab. beyond the collaborative STEAM project https://t.co/cBrrnFRnry #5thchat

In reply to @techieteacher, @shammanaj, @ChapinSchoolNYC

PaulSolarz - Moderator Jun 27 @ 8:43 PM EDT

If you haven't gotten a chance to check out @PenPalSchools just yet, please do so! My Ss really enjoyed the experience last year! #5thchat

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:44 PM EDT

#5thchat

PenpalSchools Jun 27 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Q6: How can you ensure that global connections are equitable for all parties involved?

gatorzread Jun 27 @ 8:45 PM EDT

#5thChat can't wait to connect through @PenpalSchools

In reply to @PaulSolarz, @PenpalSchools, @PenpalSchools

Ed_Stories Jun 27 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Global exchg. via guided one-on-one video message exchange throughout every LUV course via LUV's platform. https://t.co/6CwfccAOxv #5thchat

In reply to @LannySaretsky

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A6 global collab should have value for all parties involved. I think a lot of this comes back to how the T approaches/frames it. #5thchat

LannySaretsky Jun 27 @ 8:46 PM EDT

@JoyceBronwyn has a great flipgrid going titled What if? Lots of Ss from all over contributing #5thchat

In reply to @PaulSolarz, @PenpalSchools, @JoyceBronwyn

techieteacher Jun 27 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A6: it helps to build Ss background knowledge of the country, region they will be connecting with ahead of time #5thchat

PenpalSchools Jun 27 @ 8:47 PM EDT

Q7: What are your favorite resources for making global connections? #5thChat

shammanaj Jun 27 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A6 Within your own class, have to give all a chance to participate, with accommodations if necessary #5thchat

gatorzread Jun 27 @ 8:48 PM EDT

https://t.co/nqJa81OpfR #5thChat

In reply to @LannySaretsky, @PaulSolarz, @PenpalSchools, @JoyceBronwyn

LannySaretsky Jun 27 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Makes the learning exp a lot deeper when building background know b4 #5thchat

In reply to @techieteacher

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A7 By now you've heard of @penpalschools - DM if you have any Qs or want help getting started! https://t.co/wl69J75Fnt #5thchat

PaulSolarz - Moderator Jun 27 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A7 - Favorite resources for making global connections: - @SkypeClassroom - Twitter connections (build your PLN!) - @PenpalSchools #5thchat

ApraRalli Jun 27 @ 8:49 PM EDT

#5thchat A6. The exposure Ss need or take away is based on the concept taken up with them, but I am sure there's a lot of self learning

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:50 PM EDT

Seriously Ts on Twitter are doing amazing things to connect their classrooms. Bring a friend to the next chat and share the wealth! #5thchat

In reply to @PaulSolarz, @SkypeClassroom, @PenpalSchools

gatorzread Jun 27 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A7: #5thchat Belouga, Penpal schools, Expoloring by the seat of your Pants, Connect2Texas, Connected classroom:Google +, Global Read Aloud

ApraRalli Jun 27 @ 8:51 PM EDT

#5thchat A7 Skype so far,we also have had edmodo forums.but one off.I am looking for an extended, deeper connection..hoping I'll get it here

PrimaryIdeas Jun 27 @ 8:52 PM EDT

New ont' blog, "Solvemoji & Number Talks”: https://t.co/q0G1jOqCNT #kinderchat #elemchat #adechat #5thchat #edchatNZ #edchatMENA #aussieED

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:52 PM EDT

Check out @penpalschools! We also have Global Teacher Forums where you can connect w/ other Ts to collaborate and plan connections #5thchat

In reply to @ApraRalli, @PenpalSchools

LannySaretsky Jun 27 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A7 Skype, almost all things google, flipgrid, old fashioned snail mail, twitter, #5thchat

PaulSolarz - Moderator Jun 27 @ 8:53 PM EDT

Also, be sure to check out The Global Education Toolkit for great ideas by @growingupglobal! #5thchat

PenpalSchools Jun 27 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Q8: What is something you learned tonight that you'd like to try this year to connect your Ss with the world? #5thChat

LannySaretsky Jun 27 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Thx #5thchat got to go. I've definitely got some things 2 check out

Ed_Stories Jun 27 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A7 Some good #GlobalEd + connection resources here in this article by @eedowd27 for @afterschool4all https://t.co/C2cwZpMIh2 #5thchat

techieteacher Jun 27 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Gosh I've gotten a lot of great resources and ideas to use! The trick will be to remember them! #5thchat

In reply to @PaulSolarz, @growingupglobal

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:54 PM EDT

Thanks for joining! Hope you've got some great resources from tonight's chat! #5thchat

In reply to @LannySaretsky

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Here's a link to sign up for @penpalschools email list and we'll keep you updated ;) https://t.co/4xwLIa3faN #5thchat

In reply to @techieteacher, @PaulSolarz, @growingupglobal, @PenpalSchools

techieteacher Jun 27 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A8: definitely @PenpalSchools, want to check into this more, use @flipgrid to connect with others outside my class #5thchat

PaulSolarz - Moderator Jun 27 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Great chat tonight #5thchat! Thanks @Jessicaraealt SO MUCH for moderating! Next week, we're off for 4th of July, but join us again on 7/11.

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A8 I'm going to check out some more Google Plus groups.These are still kind of new to me, and I've been inspired to check them out! #5thchat

bickd Jun 27 @ 8:56 PM EDT

#1stchat #2ndchat #3rdchat #4thchat #5thchat #ngsschat #ngss #mysteryskype #mysteryscience

KweezleQueen Jun 25 @ 6:50 PM EDT

#TeacherFriends 6/27 MEGA Party Prizes! @Dphillip4 @DaniStoetzer @Bickd @chester3rd @kindertcher20 @box_dl @austenfan1 @MrsHurley_PGE

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:57 PM EDT

Thanks @paulsolarz for the invitation to host! You are awesome and thanks for creating this great learning network! #5thchat

In reply to @PaulSolarz, @PaulSolarz

PenpalSchools Jun 27 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Thanks for joining us tonight and thanks to @PaulSolarz for inviting us to host #5thChat! If you're at #ISTE17, come meet us in booth 649!

Jessicaraealt Jun 27 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Thanks everyone for participating! If you're at #ISTE17 stop by the @penpalschools booth and say hi to the girl w/ purple hair! ;) #5thchat

PenpalSchools Jun 27 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Remember to follow people you talked to tonight to grow your PLN! #5thChat #collaborate #learn #grow