#edtechbridge Archive

mattnupen Jan 4 @ 7:01 PM EST

Welcome to #edtechbridge! Please introduce yourself, name, role, location, and Edtech New Years resolution 🎉💻

mzgrz Jan 4 @ 7:02 PM EST

Hi! Michelle Grezner, third grade STEM, NJ and I resolve to blog with my class! #edtechbridge

ckoos1 Jan 4 @ 7:03 PM EST

Cathy Koos, Head of LS at #HTEA in Melbourne , FL Resolution: join #EdTechBridge more often.

mattnupen Jan 4 @ 7:03 PM EST

Intro: Matt, STEM coordinator and @DocentEDU cofounder, MN, my resolution is to model more #edtech to colleagues #edtechbridge

In reply to @DocentEDU

mzgrz Jan 4 @ 7:03 PM EST

Hi Cathy! @ckoos1 Welcome! #edtechbridge

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WiseDad_Games Jan 4 @ 7:03 PM EST

Ivan K-5 NJ To give my S more 21st century learning. #edtechbridge

AlexVKluge Jan 4 @ 7:04 PM EST

Alex, Creating #HigherEd #OER in Austin, Tx - Resolution: more content, more outreach https://t.co/3YuIqWwWXm #EdTechBridge

mzgrz Jan 4 @ 7:04 PM EST

Hi Ivan @WiseDad_Games Welcome! What do you want to try? #edtechbridge

In reply to @WiseDad_Games

mattnupen Jan 4 @ 7:05 PM EST

Welcome Ivan! #edtechbridge

DennisDill Jan 4 @ 7:05 PM EST

Hey #edtechbridge ... Dennis SS and ITV at a #STEAM school in Florida ... I dig tech ...

TeacherMarkJam Jan 4 @ 7:05 PM EST

Hi everyone! Mark Anthony Jamisal, Curriculum Dev. Specialist, Pasig City Philippines , to learn and explore more of edtech #edtechbridge

WiseDad_Games Jan 4 @ 7:06 PM EST

Digital game-based learning, more S collaboration, completely eliminate worksheets. #edtechbridge

In reply to @mzgrz

mzgrz Jan 4 @ 7:06 PM EST

Hi @DennisDill #edtechbridge

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mattnupen Jan 4 @ 7:06 PM EST

Welcome Dennis, doing any #arduino stuff with Ss? #edtechbridge

mzgrz Jan 4 @ 7:07 PM EST

Hi @TeacherMarkJam Welcome! #edtechbridge

In reply to @TeacherMarkJam

mjjohnson1216 Jan 4 @ 7:07 PM EST

Meredith joining from SW Florida. #Edtechbridge

mattnupen Jan 4 @ 7:07 PM EST

what types of tools are you using for the game based learning? #edtechbridge

In reply to @WiseDad_Games, @mzgrz

mzgrz Jan 4 @ 7:08 PM EST

sounds great! #edtechbridge

In reply to @WiseDad_Games

mattnupen Jan 4 @ 7:08 PM EST

Q1 coming up! #edtechbridge

ckoos1 Jan 4 @ 7:08 PM EST

Thank you! Happy to be here. #edtechbridge

In reply to @mzgrz

TeacherMarkJam Jan 4 @ 7:08 PM EST

Thanks @mzgrz =) #edtechbridge

In reply to @mzgrz

tntechgal Jan 4 @ 7:09 PM EST

Howdy tweeps! Tina from TN popping in! #EdTechBridge

mattnupen Jan 4 @ 7:09 PM EST

Welcome Meredith! my Ss and I pretended we were surrounded by palm trees today as we sat by the radiator (-4F) #edtechbridge

In reply to @mjjohnson1216

StackupScore Jan 4 @ 7:09 PM EST

Noah (@senorg) with Stackup hopping on late. Excited for tonight's chat! Happy New Year to you all! #edtechbridge

In reply to @SenorG

mattnupen Jan 4 @ 7:09 PM EST

Q1 What is the process for getting/purchasing new edtech like at schools? #edtechbridge

WiseDad_Games Jan 4 @ 7:10 PM EST

I REALLY like Dragonbox Numbers for math, that's the one I use the most. #edtechbridge

In reply to @mattnupen, @mzgrz

mzgrz Jan 4 @ 7:10 PM EST

welcome! #edtechbridge

In reply to @tntechgal

mattnupen Jan 4 @ 7:10 PM EST

Welcome Tina! #edtechbridge

In reply to @tntechgal

ckoos1 Jan 4 @ 7:10 PM EST

81 degrees here today. Warm Christmas and New Years. #edtechbridge

In reply to @mattnupen, @mjjohnson1216

mzgrz Jan 4 @ 7:10 PM EST

You are right on time! Welcome! #edtechbridge

In reply to @StackupScore, @SenorG

nathan_stevens Jan 4 @ 7:10 PM EST

What's my bridges? #edtechbridge

mattnupen Jan 4 @ 7:11 PM EST

Glanced at your site, looks great. let's talk after the chat #edtechbridge

In reply to @AlexVKluge

mzgrz Jan 4 @ 7:11 PM EST

Q1 What is the process for getting/purchasing new edtech like at schools? #edtechbridge

ckoos1 Jan 4 @ 7:11 PM EST

A1: Blessed that parents are supportive to purchase what we need. #HTEA PA helped build our makerspace. #edtechbridge

mjjohnson1216 Jan 4 @ 7:11 PM EST

That is SO cool! #edtechbridge How about if I share a mini video that I took earlier this evening for you to show them tomorrow?

In reply to @mattnupen

nathan_stevens Jan 4 @ 7:12 PM EST

A1 coming with what we need, get a quote, get it approved, submit a PO, receive merch, pay invoice #edtechbridge

In reply to @mattnupen

mzgrz Jan 4 @ 7:12 PM EST

A1 We have a small school budget for subscriptions or downloads but larger, district purchases go through our tech dept. #edtechbridge

mzgrz Jan 4 @ 7:12 PM EST

A1 Ts also purchase their own when they can swing it. #edtechbridge

mzgrz Jan 4 @ 7:13 PM EST

That is great! Love to hear that kind of support! #edtechbridge

In reply to @ckoos1

tntechgal Jan 4 @ 7:13 PM EST

A1: up to each Ps, can be slow bc of all the paperwork & a challenge bc of lack of funds #edtechbridge

mattnupen Jan 4 @ 7:13 PM EST

careful Nate, it's getting close to my bedtime. talking PO process might do me in :) #edtechbridge

In reply to @nathan_stevens

StackupScore Jan 4 @ 7:13 PM EST

Impressed by district that links tech purchases to accepting EdTech Coaching to support implementation #edtechbridge

nathan_stevens Jan 4 @ 7:14 PM EST

how was your presentation #Tnfirecracker #edtechbridge

In reply to @tntechgal

mjjohnson1216 Jan 4 @ 7:14 PM EST

A1. A team begins with the "WHY" before moving forward with what goals/obj they would hope to accomplish. #edtechbridge

StackupScore Jan 4 @ 7:14 PM EST

A1 (part 2) Helps that the EdTech Coaches have great relationships w teachers they serve so support is healthy #edtechbridge

TeacherMarkJam Jan 4 @ 7:15 PM EST

A1 True @mjjohnson1216 whats the BIG WHY? #edtechbridge

In reply to @mjjohnson1216

massignmenthelp Jan 4 @ 7:15 PM EST

17 for ’17: Experts on E-learning & EdTech Trends for 2017 https://t.co/Apxp6A3Z5E #aplangchat #digicit #dojochat #edtechbridge #Onedchat

AssignmentHelpN Jan 4 @ 7:15 PM EST

17 for ’17: Experts on E-learning & EdTech Trends for 2017 https://t.co/I9aiwWWsrV #aplangchat #digicit #dojochat #edtechbridge #Onedchat

mzgrz Jan 4 @ 7:15 PM EST

sounds like a long process. How does it work? Do you usually end up skipping the purchase? #edtechbridge

In reply to @mjjohnson1216

nathan_stevens Jan 4 @ 7:15 PM EST

A1 look for truck with loose door, what for items to fall off the truck, run away with stuff #EdTechBridge

In reply to @mattnupen

ckoos1 Jan 4 @ 7:15 PM EST

Coaching is critical. We have @Brad21clsMeyer full time to help teachers integrate. He's awesome! #edtechbridge

In reply to @StackupScore, @Brad21clsMeyer

tntechgal Jan 4 @ 7:15 PM EST

Thx for asking Nathan! It went great!! #TNFirecracker had the laughter flowing & everyone seemed engaged! #edtechbridge @nathan_stevens

nathan_stevens Jan 4 @ 7:14 PM EST

how was your presentation #Tnfirecracker #edtechbridge
In reply to @tntechgal

WiseDad_Games Jan 4 @ 7:15 PM EST

ELA is much harder to find true games; we piloted Sydney's World at my school; just started trying Quandry. #edtechbridge

In reply to @mattnupen, @mzgrz

mattnupen Jan 4 @ 7:16 PM EST

haha, add that to #TLAP? #edtechbridge

In reply to @nathan_stevens

StackupScore Jan 4 @ 7:16 PM EST

Makes a huge difference. Prevents principals from buying wands only to complain Ts aren't making magic...sends em to Hogwarts #edtechbridge

In reply to @ckoos1, @Brad21clsMeyer

mattnupen Jan 4 @ 7:16 PM EST

A1 how will it impact student learning and how much will it be used #edtechbridge

mjjohnson1216 Jan 4 @ 7:17 PM EST

Without all of groundwork being put into place by a team of educators students won't gain the full benefit. Takes six months. #edtechbridge

mzgrz Jan 4 @ 7:15 PM EST

sounds like a long process. How does it work? Do you usually end up skipping the purchase? #edtechbridge
In reply to @mjjohnson1216

mjjohnson1216 Jan 4 @ 7:18 PM EST

Prepare them for their future of being collaborative - taking ownership in their personalized learning. #edtechbridge

TeacherMarkJam Jan 4 @ 7:15 PM EST

A1 True @mjjohnson1216 whats the BIG WHY? #edtechbridge
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mattnupen Jan 4 @ 7:18 PM EST

are there things that #edtech companies can do to help the process? #edtechbridge

In reply to @mjjohnson1216

TeacherMarkJam Jan 4 @ 7:18 PM EST

Thank @Brad21clsMeyer #edtechbridge

In reply to @Brad21clsMeyer

mattnupen Jan 4 @ 7:18 PM EST

Q2 What is the right kind/amount of PD for a new edtech tool? #edtechbridge

nathan_stevens Jan 4 @ 7:18 PM EST

A1 rob bank, buy stuff, back to school #edtechbridge does not support robbing banks to buy edtech

In reply to @mattnupen

AlexVKluge Jan 4 @ 7:19 PM EST

Cool - glad you like it - always looking for feedback to help make it more useful :) #EdTechBridge

In reply to @mattnupen

mzgrz Jan 4 @ 7:19 PM EST

Q2 What is the right kind/amount of PD for a new edtech tool? #edtechbridge

WiseDad_Games Jan 4 @ 7:19 PM EST

A2: Hands on with somebody who really knows how to use it! #edtechbridge

DennisDill Jan 4 @ 7:19 PM EST

A1 Sometimes you have to ask the right questions ... provide some good answers. What is best for the kids? #edtechbridge

StackupScore Jan 4 @ 7:19 PM EST

A2: "right" amount is variable. Blended PD helps so we can meet needs at each T's level of readiness, not waste anyone's time #edtechbridge

mjjohnson1216 Jan 4 @ 7:20 PM EST

Certainl -hire 1 hugely enthusiastic moderator who spends time w/ team while guiding them through process/Keeping them on task #edtechbridge

mattnupen Jan 4 @ 7:18 PM EST

are there things that #edtech companies can do to help the process? #edtechbridge
In reply to @mjjohnson1216

AlexVKluge Jan 4 @ 7:21 PM EST

A2 PD should be an ongoing process - including getting to the point where you can participate in #EdTech decisions. #EdTechBridge

ckoos1 Jan 4 @ 7:21 PM EST

A2: As much as the teachers need. Some early adopters will lead the way. Those more reluctant will need more. #edtechbridge

DennisDill Jan 4 @ 7:22 PM EST

How do you define "right amount" ... what is right for me may not be right for someone else ... individualized #edtechbridge

mattnupen Jan 4 @ 7:22 PM EST

A2: time for implementation of tool on small scale quickly. Trying 1 hour workshop next week, learn tool and create lesson #edtechbridge

mjjohnson1216 Jan 4 @ 7:23 PM EST

Took me a minute to count the years since District team did this with a company out of Chicago (18). Was wonderful! #edtechbridge

mattnupen Jan 4 @ 7:18 PM EST

are there things that #edtech companies can do to help the process? #edtechbridge
In reply to @mjjohnson1216

StackupScore Jan 4 @ 7:23 PM EST

A2: Would be remiss not to mention that we offer schools FREE PD with @senorg to support using our FREE chrome extension:) #edtechbridge

In reply to @SenorG

DennisDill Jan 4 @ 7:24 PM EST

If I can see how it works in my class I stop listening to your PD and start my own ... if no connection I stop listening too #edtechbridge

TeacherMarkJam Jan 4 @ 7:24 PM EST

Yes @mjjohnson1216 couldn't agree more with that =) #edtechbridge

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mattnupen Jan 4 @ 7:24 PM EST

tough keeping up tonight! here comes Q3 #edtechbridge

mjjohnson1216 Jan 4 @ 7:24 PM EST

A2. Ran into this article about PD earlier tonight. Quick, easy read https://t.co/we1t5dKjUg #edtechbridge

mzgrz Jan 4 @ 7:25 PM EST

Thanks! I will read this after the chat! #edtechbridge

In reply to @mjjohnson1216

mattnupen Jan 4 @ 7:25 PM EST

haha, why do you think schools don't do this more often? company side or school side? #edtechbridge

In reply to @mjjohnson1216

DennisDill Jan 4 @ 7:25 PM EST

Eds needs more time working with new ideas before we get a ton of PD ... time to generate our own questions #edtechbridge

mattnupen Jan 4 @ 7:25 PM EST

Q3 How do you go about learning to use a new tool? #edtechbridge

ckoos1 Jan 4 @ 7:26 PM EST

Mentions doing a Twitter chat. Great idea! #edtechbridge

In reply to @mjjohnson1216

mjjohnson1216 Jan 4 @ 7:26 PM EST

A2. Of course, MANY educators have loved the ideas this graphic shares about PD. #edtechbridge

DennisDill Jan 4 @ 7:26 PM EST

too often we are swamped with PD before we have a chance to process the information and apply it in our world. #edtechbridge

StackupScore Jan 4 @ 7:26 PM EST

Yes! We expect Ts to provide inquiry based learning for ss...need to ensure we support T's inquiry as well! #edtechbridge

In reply to @DennisDill

mzgrz Jan 4 @ 7:26 PM EST

That's a great point I don't always know where or how a tool will fit until I play with it. #edtechbridge

In reply to @DennisDill

mjjohnson1216 Jan 4 @ 7:26 PM EST

::grinning ::: who would we chat with? #edtechbridge

In reply to @ckoos1

mzgrz Jan 4 @ 7:27 PM EST

Q3 How do you go about learning to use a new tool? #edtechbridge

mattnupen Jan 4 @ 7:27 PM EST

totally agree. just like at conferences. too many good ideas they just get lost #edtechbridge

In reply to @DennisDill

nathan_stevens Jan 4 @ 7:27 PM EST

@mattnupen A2 as much as needed? Depends on tool #edtechbridge

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ckoos1 Jan 4 @ 7:27 PM EST

A3: intentionally set aside time to play around with it, look for people in my PLN with experience, read, read, read #edtechbridge

mattnupen Jan 4 @ 7:27 PM EST

printing this out for school tomorrow! #edtechbridge

In reply to @mjjohnson1216

nathan_stevens Jan 4 @ 7:27 PM EST

A3 twitter or from @edtechjam #edtechbridge

In reply to @mattnupen, @edtechjam

mjjohnson1216 Jan 4 @ 7:28 PM EST

Company side. Most companies don't have a clue about inner workings of school districts. Need to walk a mile in an ed.'s shoes #edtechbridge

mattnupen Jan 4 @ 7:25 PM EST

haha, why do you think schools don't do this more often? company side or school side? #edtechbridge
In reply to @mjjohnson1216

tntechgal Jan 4 @ 7:28 PM EST

A3: I dive in & figure it out by exploring! #edtechbridge

nathan_stevens Jan 4 @ 7:28 PM EST

A3 edcamps and google searches #edtechbridge

In reply to @mattnupen

WiseDad_Games Jan 4 @ 7:28 PM EST

A3: Figure out as much as I can on my own, check internet, forums to learn more, ask PLN what I still can't figure out. #edtechbridge

StackupScore Jan 4 @ 7:29 PM EST

A3: Try > fail > youtube tutorial > repeat. If needed offer a soda to kid 2 teach me. In case of voicethread, cost me chipotle #edtechbridge

nathan_stevens Jan 4 @ 7:29 PM EST

A3 from @mr_isaacs and @iwearthecrowns #edtechbridge

In reply to @mattnupen, @mr_isaacs, @iwearthecrowns

mzgrz Jan 4 @ 7:29 PM EST

A3 a tool like @kahoot or @peardeck I tried with my class pretty quickly. They help me decide how useful some can be #edtechbridge

In reply to @Kahoot, @PearDeck

mattnupen Jan 4 @ 7:29 PM EST

A3 disregard other duties and play try out the new tool and try to test that week with Ss #edtechbridge

WiseDad_Games Jan 4 @ 7:29 PM EST

Good call...haven't been to an edcamp yet, but planning to start. #edtechbridge

In reply to @nathan_stevens, @mattnupen

nathan_stevens Jan 4 @ 7:29 PM EST

A3 fail forward as always #edtechbridge

In reply to @mattnupen

Ryan7Read Jan 4 @ 7:30 PM EST

https://t.co/kcdLErEQfb #edtechbridge

EduGladiators Jan 4 @ 7:30 PM EST

🍎#EduGladiators returns Jan 14 w/@bethhill2829 ▶️Join her LIVE afterwards https://t.co/llHTUyNGHU #edtechbridge #dojochat #teacherpowered

mattnupen Jan 4 @ 7:30 PM EST

yes, @kahoot is super simple for this. not sure if I've ever made my own from scratch #edtechbridge

In reply to @mzgrz, @Kahoot, @PearDeck, @Kahoot

mjjohnson1216 Jan 4 @ 7:30 PM EST

A3. In 1988 I had a class about how to use an Apple IIe - that's the only one I have ever had #edtechbridge

mzgrz Jan 4 @ 7:30 PM EST

it's pretty easy. My students can make their own but their q's need work! #edtechbridge

In reply to @mattnupen, @Kahoot, @PearDeck

mattnupen Jan 4 @ 7:31 PM EST

best easy learning experience with fun teachers #edcamp #edtechbridge

In reply to @WiseDad_Games, @nathan_stevens

StackupScore Jan 4 @ 7:31 PM EST

Semesters when I worked with a student teacher always helped me find time to tinker w new tech:) #edtechbridge

In reply to @mattnupen

TeacherMarkJam Jan 4 @ 7:31 PM EST

A2 The right kind of moderator/trainer who not just have the know how but also have the burning passion that excites us . #edtechbridge

mjjohnson1216 Jan 4 @ 7:31 PM EST

Couple of years ago I met man who wrote the operating system for the Apple IIe we became the best of friends! #edtechbridge

mjjohnson1216 Jan 4 @ 7:32 PM EST

WINNER WINNER - chicken dinner! This is spot on. #edtechbridge

TeacherMarkJam Jan 4 @ 7:31 PM EST

A2 The right kind of moderator/trainer who not just have the know how but also have the burning passion that excites us . #edtechbridge

mattnupen Jan 4 @ 7:33 PM EST

Q4 What happens when a teacher wants to use a tool but admin doesn't agree? and vice versa? #edtechbridge

mjjohnson1216 Jan 4 @ 7:33 PM EST

A4. As an admin for 26 yrs I sure remember teachers wanting to go a direction I didn't agree with. #edtechbridge

TeacherMarkJam Jan 4 @ 7:34 PM EST

A3 Twitter, Youtube, Google it for more info #edtechbridge

mzgrz Jan 4 @ 7:34 PM EST

A4 If I can support your reason for wanting to use it, admin usually agrees #edtechbridge

mzgrz Jan 4 @ 7:34 PM EST

Q4 What happens when a teacher wants to use a tool but admin doesn't agree? and vice versa? #edtechbridge

StackupScore Jan 4 @ 7:35 PM EST

Great question here! #edtechbridge

mzgrz Jan 4 @ 7:34 PM EST

Q4 What happens when a teacher wants to use a tool but admin doesn't agree? and vice versa? #edtechbridge

mjjohnson1216 Jan 4 @ 7:35 PM EST

A4. When we both had the time for a thoughtful sharing of our opinions we reached a middle ground. #edtechbridge

mattnupen Jan 4 @ 7:35 PM EST

A4 sometimes it's an opportunity for the two to constructively challenge each other, other times... #edtechbridge

TeacherMarkJam Jan 4 @ 7:35 PM EST

A4 Show evidence of success #edtechbridge

WiseDad_Games Jan 4 @ 7:36 PM EST

A4: #edtechbridge

mjjohnson1216 Jan 4 @ 7:36 PM EST

A4. Over the years it was always better for a team to jointly make the decisions rather than any one person. #edtechbridge

StackupScore Jan 4 @ 7:37 PM EST

We applaud schools where this happens for fostering environments of positive assumptions and serving kids (eg not toxic) #edtechbridge

In reply to @mattnupen

mjjohnson1216 Jan 4 @ 7:37 PM EST

I am loving these questions tonight! Variety of opinions being shared. #edtechbridge

mattnupen Jan 4 @ 7:39 PM EST

would most teachers just experiment with new tools on the side and then bring ones that worked to the group? #edtechbridge

In reply to @mjjohnson1216

mattnupen Jan 4 @ 7:40 PM EST

two more questions, Q5 coming up #edtechbridge

TeacherMarkJam Jan 4 @ 7:40 PM EST

Is there anyone available for first time? I haven't tried FaceTime with a teacher abroad =) #edtechbridge

mzgrz Jan 4 @ 7:40 PM EST

Where are you? #edtechbridge

In reply to @TeacherMarkJam

TeacherMarkJam Jan 4 @ 7:40 PM EST

*for face time ahhh auto type keys sorry #edtechbridge

mattnupen Jan 4 @ 7:40 PM EST

Q5 How do you know you select a tool for the learning and not for the excitement of a new tool? #edtechbridge

TeacherMarkJam Jan 4 @ 7:41 PM EST

from the Philippines #edtechbridge

WiseDad_Games Jan 4 @ 7:41 PM EST

That's pretty much what I do with DGBL at my school. #edtechbridge

In reply to @mattnupen, @mjjohnson1216

WiseDad_Games Jan 4 @ 7:41 PM EST

A5: Pedagogy first, always. #edtechbridge

TeacherMarkJam Jan 4 @ 7:42 PM EST

@mzgrz from the Philippines #edtechbridge

In reply to @mzgrz

mzgrz Jan 4 @ 7:42 PM EST

A5 I think you have to play with the tool before you use it . See where it fits. #edtechbridge

mattnupen Jan 4 @ 7:43 PM EST

well said. I've also tried tools that should have educational value but just didn't fit with teaching/learning styles #edtechbridge

In reply to @mzgrz

mzgrz Jan 4 @ 7:43 PM EST

Q5 How do you know you select a tool for the learning and not for the excitement of a new tool? #edtechbridge

ckoos1 Jan 4 @ 7:43 PM EST

A5: Sometimes I try something that looks exciting. Don't use with students unless it supports a previous educational goal. #edtechbridge

TeacherMarkJam Jan 4 @ 7:43 PM EST

If you're focus in achieving the learning objectives and you're class HIT it Bullseye! #edtechbridge

mattnupen Jan 4 @ 7:45 PM EST

A5 difference between generate excitement vs excited about new shiny #edtechbridge

polonerd Jan 4 @ 7:45 PM EST

A5: When you look at your learning objectives first & choose the best tool(s) to get your students to the objective #EdTechBridge

TeacherMarkJam Jan 4 @ 7:45 PM EST

A5: Does it leverage learning? #edtechbridge

StackupScore Jan 4 @ 7:46 PM EST

Would you include "engagement" in that litmus test? #edtechbridge

In reply to @TeacherMarkJam

mzgrz Jan 4 @ 7:46 PM EST

True! #edtechbridge

In reply to @polonerd

tntechgal Jan 4 @ 7:46 PM EST

A5: Learning should be the forefront but I get excited over a tool, I can figure out how to apply it to enhance learning #edtechbridge

mattnupen Jan 4 @ 7:47 PM EST

and that's why we became teachers :) #edtechbridge

In reply to @tntechgal

mzgrz Jan 4 @ 7:47 PM EST

Yes, but not everyone has that skill! #edtechbridge

In reply to @tntechgal

PledgeCents Jan 4 @ 7:48 PM EST

It's important 2 ensure that we don't get caught up in what "looks" best, but rather ensure 1st that it meets a specific goal!#edtechbridge

ckoos1 Jan 4 @ 7:43 PM EST

A5: Sometimes I try something that looks exciting. Don't use with students unless it supports a previous educational goal. #edtechbridge

AlexVKluge Jan 4 @ 7:48 PM EST

A5 This is why I was talking about general PD, get a complete and in depth view of the design and selection criteria. #EdTechBridge

TeacherMarkJam Jan 4 @ 7:49 PM EST

True! its should be engaging and interactive! #edtechbridge

In reply to @StackupScore

mattnupen Jan 4 @ 7:49 PM EST

I often struggle with determining this until I've put it in action with students #edtechbridge

In reply to @PledgeCents

AlexVKluge Jan 4 @ 7:49 PM EST

A2 WHen you deliver PD, follow up 1-2 weeks later to talk about how it was relevant and how it effected their practice #EdTechBridge

mattnupen Jan 4 @ 7:49 PM EST

Last question coming up! #edtechbridge

polonerd Jan 4 @ 7:50 PM EST

But we do if we brainstorm together. Team collaboration is a huge part of making the best use of the tools. #EdTechBridge

In reply to @mzgrz, @tntechgal

mattnupen Jan 4 @ 7:50 PM EST

how or should #edtech companies do something similar? #edtechbridge

In reply to @AlexVKluge

StackupScore Jan 4 @ 7:50 PM EST

Love this idea: #edtechbridge

AlexVKluge Jan 4 @ 7:49 PM EST

A2 WHen you deliver PD, follow up 1-2 weeks later to talk about how it was relevant and how it effected their practice #EdTechBridge

mattnupen Jan 4 @ 7:51 PM EST

Q6 Why is or isn't an online community for an edtech tool important for teaching? #edtechbridge

tntechgal Jan 4 @ 7:51 PM EST

True but no one sld make the decision for those that use excitement to grow bc they might be held bk,leave it up to Ts #edtechbridge

In reply to @mzgrz

mzgrz Jan 4 @ 7:51 PM EST

I love this! Wish more PD had this built in! #edtechbridge

AlexVKluge Jan 4 @ 7:49 PM EST

A2 WHen you deliver PD, follow up 1-2 weeks later to talk about how it was relevant and how it effected their practice #EdTechBridge

AlexVKluge Jan 4 @ 7:51 PM EST

A5.a @edXOnline has some really great stuff for this. Example: https://t.co/AUpShvCShc #EdTechBridge

In reply to @edXOnline

PledgeCents Jan 4 @ 7:51 PM EST

Yes, it can be tough to determine beforehand! It's good 2 compare the desired outcome 2 what Ss are asked 2 perform #edtechbridge

In reply to @mattnupen

tntechgal Jan 4 @ 7:52 PM EST

excellent point! #edtechbridge

In reply to @polonerd, @mzgrz

polonerd Jan 4 @ 7:52 PM EST

Great point. We follow up our all school PD with PLC's to take a closer look at topics. #EdTechBridge

In reply to @AlexVKluge

StackupScore Jan 4 @ 7:52 PM EST

A6: We think it's muy important. Best promo for edtech is passionate user validating that it impacts their teaching + learning #edtechbridge

mzgrz Jan 4 @ 7:53 PM EST

Q6 Why is or isn't an online community for an edtech tool important for teaching? #edtechbridge

AlexVKluge Jan 4 @ 7:54 PM EST

Training that isn't completely a sales pitch, or how to guide. Include some general/design process material. #EdTechBridge

In reply to @mattnupen

polonerd Jan 4 @ 7:54 PM EST

Student voice is huge. Ss can also help teach how to use new tools. #EdTechBridge

In reply to @mrterborg, @tntechgal, @mzgrz

mattnupen Jan 4 @ 7:54 PM EST

A6 does community mean discussions between users or can it just be collections of examples? #edtechbridge

mzgrz Jan 4 @ 7:55 PM EST

A6 It's very important for me, I rely on my PLN to help me all the time! #edtechbridge

mattnupen Jan 4 @ 7:55 PM EST

a company that you've found does this well? #edtechbridge

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TeacherMarkJam Jan 4 @ 7:55 PM EST

A6 Very essential, its gives you insights of their learning experience #edtechbridge

mzgrz Jan 4 @ 7:56 PM EST

A6 I don't think it's seen as important by other Ts unless they have a PLN #edtechbridge

polonerd Jan 4 @ 7:56 PM EST

Great pt. Allow for Ts to explore ways to implement new tools into their classroom. Templates/Examples #EdTechBridge

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mzgrz Jan 4 @ 7:57 PM EST

I think both work depending on what you need #edtechbridge

mattnupen Jan 4 @ 7:54 PM EST

A6 does community mean discussions between users or can it just be collections of examples? #edtechbridge

WiseDad_Games Jan 4 @ 7:57 PM EST

A6: An online community (forums, affinity spaces) are optimal for mastery of a digital tool. #edtechbridge

mrterborg Jan 4 @ 7:58 PM EST

Follow up can be critical. But why don't we do this more often? #EdTechBridge

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polonerd Jan 4 @ 7:59 PM EST

Online community is HUGE! @Schoology does a great job of this. Sharing of amazing resources - entire courses shared. #EdTechBridge

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PledgeCents Jan 4 @ 7:59 PM EST

Important for #edtech companies to hear this!"What do educators really need from this experience?" is what should be priority. #edtechbridge

AlexVKluge Jan 4 @ 7:54 PM EST

Training that isn't completely a sales pitch, or how to guide. Include some general/design process material. #EdTechBridge
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