#TEDEdChat Archive

Sparked by the enthusiasm of teachers in the TED-Ed community, TED-Ed hosts #TEDEdChat on Twitter every Tuesday from 6-7pm ET.
Tuesday August 15, 2017
6:00 PM EDT
  • participatechat Aug 15 @ 6:00 PM EDT
    Participate in the upcoming #TEDEdChat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/F8356xdmtl
  • TED_ED - Moderator Aug 15 @ 6:00 PM EDT
    #TEDEdChat starts now! Follow @jenhesseltine & respond to questions with A1, A2 & #TEDEdChat! https://t.co/Pcl4bjdE0y
  • TED_ED - Moderator Aug 15 @ 6:01 PM EDT
    Q1 What can educators do to keep schools in the learning zone for both students and educators? #TEDEdChat
  • teachermarija Aug 15 @ 6:02 PM EDT
    TED_ED: #TEDEdChat starts now! Follow jenhesseltine & respond to questions with A1, A2 & #TEDEdChat! https://t.co/vJrDimw2jn #education #e…
  • teachermarija Aug 15 @ 6:02 PM EDT
    TED_ED: Q1 What can educators do to keep schools in the learning zone for both students and educators? #TEDEdChat https://t.co/3mk49jOGCR …
  • ebriceno8 Aug 15 @ 6:02 PM EDT
    Thanks @jenhesseltine for leading the discussion! Looking forward to participating & learning #TEDEdChat
  • turtlemomKi Aug 15 @ 6:03 PM EDT
    A1: Create interesting, interactive lessons that challenge students and push them to a higher level, allow for freedom of thought #tededchat
  • jenhesseltine Aug 15 @ 6:03 PM EDT
    My pleasure - so great for us to think about the difference between learning and performing in education! #TEDEdChat
  • jenhesseltine Aug 15 @ 6:05 PM EDT
    Love it! Get students learning in a variety of ways - give opps for taking risks! #TEDEdChat
    • turtlemomKi Aug 15 @ 6:03 PM EDT
      A1: Create interesting, interactive lessons that challenge students and push them to a higher level, allow for freedom of thought #tededchat
  • EmilyMerritt Aug 15 @ 6:06 PM EDT
    I love this! I think it's so important to look at learning as a process, separate from performing or expressing oneself #TEDEdChat
  • jenhesseltine Aug 15 @ 6:07 PM EDT
    Let’s talk about students, how can we create a climate of learning so that Ss feel as though it is ok to make mistakes? #TEDEdChat
  • EmilyADiehl Aug 15 @ 6:07 PM EDT
    A1: a big shift is simply not to put points on each piece of a process. Allow many chances to earn the same points. #tededchat
  • ebriceno8 Aug 15 @ 6:07 PM EDT
    A1: Share what we are working to improve & what we’re learning, & clarify when is performance time vs when to work on unknown. #TEDEdChat
  • 90secondnewbery Aug 15 @ 6:07 PM EDT
    A1: Approach learning w/ understanding that it never ends. We are always students & students are always teachers #TEDEdChat
  • Adamqab Aug 15 @ 6:07 PM EDT
    #TEDEdChat As long as there are people with philosophy vying for attention, resources, curriculum things that make schools, we'll struggle
  • EmilyMerritt Aug 15 @ 6:07 PM EDT
    A1 Focusing on the process rather than the outcome, and learning as an act of community, encourages #failingforward! #TEDEdChat
  • jenhesseltine Aug 15 @ 6:08 PM EDT
    I agree! We spend a lot of time on performance in schools, how can we be intentional about focusing on learning? #TEDEdChat
    • EmilyMerritt Aug 15 @ 6:06 PM EDT
      I love this! I think it's so important to look at learning as a process, separate from performing or expressing oneself #TEDEdChat
  • turtlemomKi Aug 15 @ 6:08 PM EDT
    A1: Educators role is to provide a safe environment for risk taking without judgement #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @jenhesseltine
  • jenhesseltine Aug 15 @ 6:08 PM EDT
    Love this! It never ends - doesn't just happen in school...in a classroom. #TEDEdChat
    • 90secondnewbery Aug 15 @ 6:07 PM EDT
      A1: Approach learning w/ understanding that it never ends. We are always students & students are always teachers #TEDEdChat
  • jenhesseltine Aug 15 @ 6:09 PM EDT
    Great way to focus on learning and not just a one-time performance! #tededchat
    • EmilyADiehl Aug 15 @ 6:07 PM EDT
      A1: a big shift is simply not to put points on each piece of a process. Allow many chances to earn the same points. #tededchat
  • EmilyMerritt Aug 15 @ 6:09 PM EDT
    SO important. I think this is great. Sharing works in progress with peers encourages Ss to collaborate and focus on process #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @ebriceno8
  • 90secondnewbery Aug 15 @ 6:10 PM EDT
    Case in point right now :) Teachers working on improving their understanding of education. We need to model this w/ ss #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @jenhesseltine
  • turtlemomKi Aug 15 @ 6:10 PM EDT
    So true, love this! Doesn't everyone love to learn new things? #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @jenhesseltine
  • ebriceno8 Aug 15 @ 6:10 PM EDT
    A1: Discuss & explore with Ss the difference between learning & performing, and that there’s a place for each, and when #TEDEdChat
  • turtlemomKi Aug 15 @ 6:11 PM EDT
    Yes! Continually learning and not forgetting to tell students "I don't know, but I will find out" #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @90secondnewbery, @jenhesseltine
  • TalesToolkit Aug 15 @ 6:11 PM EDT
    @turtlemomKi risk so key- no wrong answer or failure and lots opportunity for exploration for staff &chn #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @jenhesseltine, @turtlemomKi
  • HJohnsonOMS Aug 15 @ 6:11 PM EDT
    A1: Teaching Ss about the growth mindset, setting up a culture that promotes inquiry, & knowing fail = first attempt in learning #tededchat
  • jenhesseltine Aug 15 @ 6:12 PM EDT
    What a great idea - at the beginning of the school year. #TEDEdChat
    • ebriceno8 Aug 15 @ 6:10 PM EDT
      A1: Discuss & explore with Ss the difference between learning & performing, and that there’s a place for each, and when #TEDEdChat
  • 90secondnewbery Aug 15 @ 6:12 PM EDT
    Love sharing WIP w/ ss. I'm also trying to improve craft & work to do. It's not a school habit, it's a life habit #TEDEdChat #growthmindset
    In reply to @EmilyMerritt, @ebriceno8
  • jenhesseltine Aug 15 @ 6:12 PM EDT
    It is so great for Ss to see us learning, and to see us asking for help from our colleagues as well. #TEDEdChat
    • turtlemomKi Aug 15 @ 6:11 PM EDT
      Yes! Continually learning and not forgetting to tell students "I don't know, but I will find out" #TEDEdChat
      In reply to @90secondnewbery, @jenhesseltine
  • Adamqab Aug 15 @ 6:13 PM EDT
    #TEDEdChat I think it's important as well that teachers read to find the purpose of a curriculum because sometimes it's not about the facts
  • EmilyADiehl Aug 15 @ 6:13 PM EDT
    Also reframe threat - this isn't a scary performance, it's exciting! help s's see nerves as stimulation. #tededchat
  • EmilyMerritt Aug 15 @ 6:13 PM EDT
    Absolutely! 🙌 Outside of the classroom, we don't all silo ourselves while we work toward an end product, so why should they? #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @90secondnewbery, @ebriceno8
  • jenhesseltine Aug 15 @ 6:13 PM EDT
    We have become so accustomed to always "performing" that sometimes we need to make learning more intentional as educators. #TEDEdChat
    • 90secondnewbery Aug 15 @ 6:12 PM EDT
      Love sharing WIP w/ ss. I'm also trying to improve craft & work to do. It's not a school habit, it's a life habit #TEDEdChat #growthmindset
      In reply to @EmilyMerritt, @ebriceno8
  • 90secondnewbery Aug 15 @ 6:14 PM EDT
    Sharing the "I don't know" shows humility & demonstrates this pov that we're all seekers. & it's amazing when return w/ answer #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @turtlemomKi, @jenhesseltine
  • jenhesseltine Aug 15 @ 6:14 PM EDT
    Great point! Purpose is so important...relevancy! #TEDEDChat
    • Adamqab Aug 15 @ 6:13 PM EDT
      #TEDEdChat I think it's important as well that teachers read to find the purpose of a curriculum because sometimes it's not about the facts
  • jenhesseltine Aug 15 @ 6:15 PM EDT
    #TEDEdChat Q2 coming up in a moment!
  • massignmenthelp Aug 15 @ 6:15 PM EDT
    8 Ways to Definitely Get Admission in Harvard University https://t.co/cDChpVJWTj #ClasskickChat #makerED #TEDEdChat
  • turtlemomKi Aug 15 @ 6:15 PM EDT
    Agree, sometimes it is good to reconsider "why are we learning this?" idea and is it relevant or can it be done another way #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @Adamqab
  • AssignmentHelpN Aug 15 @ 6:15 PM EDT
    A Writer’s Guide to Difference Between Editing and Proofreading https://t.co/wq0uN2NDPQ #ClasskickChat #makerED #TEDEdChat
  • EmilyMerritt Aug 15 @ 6:15 PM EDT
    YESSSS creating a culture of inquiry is my jam! #tededchat 😁
    In reply to @HJohnsonOMS
  • TalesToolkit Aug 15 @ 6:15 PM EDT
    @EmilyMerritt we should learn from research/mistakes/successes improving system not just accept current practise #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @jenhesseltine, @EmilyMerritt
  • AHSBaldauf Aug 15 @ 6:15 PM EDT
    A1: create a safe learning environment - let them make mistakes, encourage to go further and explore deeper #TEDEdChat
  • TED_ED - Moderator Aug 15 @ 6:16 PM EDT
    Q2 How might knowing this information influence your performance as an educator in the future? #TEDEdChat
  • jenhesseltine Aug 15 @ 6:16 PM EDT
    Love this - focus on the fact that there may not be a "correct answer." #tededchat
  • HJohnsonOMS Aug 15 @ 6:16 PM EDT
    My goal is to set up my class as a "learning lab" with checkpoints to prove / perform #tededchat
  • 90secondnewbery Aug 15 @ 6:16 PM EDT
    Excellent point - we want to give opps to cultivate those real world skills (like collaboration & revision) they'll need #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @EmilyMerritt, @ebriceno8
  • MsMagThinks Aug 15 @ 6:16 PM EDT
    A1: Rule #1 MUST be sense of safety. Top of mind esp given #Charlottesviille. Ss can't take risks/ learn if feeling threatened #TEDEdChat
  • MindsetWorks Aug 15 @ 6:17 PM EDT
    Join this chat now! #tededchat #growthmindset
  • TalesToolkit Aug 15 @ 6:17 PM EDT
    A2 easy to get caught in daily role. Make time for learning #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @TED_ED
  • teachermarija Aug 15 @ 6:17 PM EDT
    TED_ED: Q2 How might knowing this information influence your performance as an educator in the future? #TEDEdChat https://t.co/lB9dfKzRFo …
  • jenhesseltine Aug 15 @ 6:17 PM EDT
    Stop, and ask WHY? #TEDEdChat
    • AHSBaldauf Aug 15 @ 6:15 PM EDT
      A1: create a safe learning environment - let them make mistakes, encourage to go further and explore deeper #TEDEdChat
  • turtlemomKi Aug 15 @ 6:17 PM EDT
    Often, if I don't know, I pick up the phone, call the company, have a student find the answer for us, asked another teacher #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @90secondnewbery, @jenhesseltine
  • jenhesseltine Aug 15 @ 6:18 PM EDT
    So important for Ts to take external factors into consideration - #TEDEdChat
  • Adamqab Aug 15 @ 6:18 PM EDT
    #TEDEdChat I started at a middle school art center learning position and after 15 years it felt like my first year of teaching #inquiry
  • turtlemomKi Aug 15 @ 6:19 PM EDT
    A2: If your goal as an educator is to teach students the love of life long learning, you should be modeling it yourself #tededchat
  • jenhesseltine Aug 15 @ 6:19 PM EDT
    Love it - learning never ends! #tededchat
    • Adamqab Aug 15 @ 6:18 PM EDT
      #TEDEdChat I started at a middle school art center learning position and after 15 years it felt like my first year of teaching #inquiry
  • LowesClass Aug 15 @ 6:19 PM EDT
    A2 #TEDEdChat We need to choose a profession that we are truly passionate about... not just a job. Be in education for the right reasons
    In reply to @TED_ED
  • AHSBaldauf Aug 15 @ 6:19 PM EDT
    A2: I use MOOCs and other forms of teacher training resources every month - I leave my comf zone and give talks or workshops too #TEDEdChat
  • MsMagThinks Aug 15 @ 6:19 PM EDT
    So, focus on #equity w/i school enviro. Set norms + pay attn to peer interactions. Would love practical tips from Ts on this #TEDEdChat
  • EmilyMerritt Aug 15 @ 6:19 PM EDT
    Q2 Opening up a window into the teaching process can both help us to improve & students to be agents in their own education #TEDEdChat
  • jenhesseltine Aug 15 @ 6:20 PM EDT
    Yes...passion drives learning #tededchat
    • LowesClass Aug 15 @ 6:19 PM EDT
      A2 #TEDEdChat We need to choose a profession that we are truly passionate about... not just a job. Be in education for the right reasons
      In reply to @TED_ED
  • TalesToolkit Aug 15 @ 6:20 PM EDT
    #TEDEdChat few years ago I left teaching to start my company. Learning every day. Researching and meeting fab experts and training teachers
  • LowesClass Aug 15 @ 6:20 PM EDT
    I personally love class meetings as a way to come together and create community and equity! #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @MsMagThinks
  • EmilyMerritt Aug 15 @ 6:20 PM EDT
    Q2 I love @trev_mackenzie's practice of involving Ss in the development of the yr's syllabus, focus on process not performance #TEDEdChat
  • jenhesseltine Aug 15 @ 6:21 PM EDT
    Learning through teaching others! #TEDEDChat
    • AHSBaldauf Aug 15 @ 6:19 PM EDT
      A2: I use MOOCs and other forms of teacher training resources every month - I leave my comf zone and give talks or workshops too #TEDEdChat
  • ebriceno8 Aug 15 @ 6:21 PM EDT
    A2: Agreed. Identifying the what and when we'll do something makes it much more likely that we'll do it. #TEDEdChat
    • TalesToolkit Aug 15 @ 6:17 PM EDT
      A2 easy to get caught in daily role. Make time for learning #TEDEdChat
      In reply to @TED_ED
  • TalesToolkit Aug 15 @ 6:21 PM EDT
    and showing your students you're not afraid to make mistakes too and learn by them #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @turtlemomKi
  • EmilyADiehl Aug 15 @ 6:21 PM EDT
    Q2 It's also about learning HOW to improve. What are the things we can do to isolate our practices and get great feedback? #tededchat
  • LowesClass Aug 15 @ 6:21 PM EDT
    Yes! Keeping fresh and trying new roles and positions helps us to learn. #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @Adamqab
  • jenhesseltine Aug 15 @ 6:22 PM EDT
    It is interesting how important it is to own a growth mindset in order to even get into the learning zone! #TEDEdChat
    • LowesClass Aug 15 @ 6:21 PM EDT
      Yes! Keeping fresh and trying new roles and positions helps us to learn. #TEDEdChat
      In reply to @Adamqab
  • turtlemomKi Aug 15 @ 6:22 PM EDT
    Love this idea, do you meet in the morning? How do you do this? Please share ideas, sounds awesome #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @LowesClass, @MsMagThinks
  • ebriceno8 Aug 15 @ 6:22 PM EDT
    Agreed. Our actions speak louder than our words (though words/framing/explaining/highlighting are also important). #TEDEdChat
    • turtlemomKi Aug 15 @ 6:19 PM EDT
      A2: If your goal as an educator is to teach students the love of life long learning, you should be modeling it yourself #tededchat
  • 90secondnewbery Aug 15 @ 6:22 PM EDT
    A2: PD & lifelong learning is essential to provide ss w/ the best education possible. We can't serve them in we don't grow #TEDEdChat
  • MsMagThinks Aug 15 @ 6:22 PM EDT
    A2 I'm a new teacher - resident w/ experienced lead. The leads sign up bc mentoring us helps them reflect & grow @InspireTeach #TEDEdChat
  • jenhesseltine Aug 15 @ 6:23 PM EDT
    Ss have great ideas hat help us to learn where they are coming from! #tededchat
  • TalesToolkit Aug 15 @ 6:23 PM EDT
    @TED_ED True! Easy to get caught in the daily jobs #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @ebriceno8, @TED_ED
  • LowesClass Aug 15 @ 6:23 PM EDT
    We meet once a week... a good way to start is give get go. Give a compliment or get a compliment or pass. #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @turtlemomKi, @MsMagThinks
  • ebriceno8 Aug 15 @ 6:23 PM EDT
    Great examples of identifying specific strategies of what we're trying to improve and how we go about learning. #TEDEdChat
    • AHSBaldauf Aug 15 @ 6:19 PM EDT
      A2: I use MOOCs and other forms of teacher training resources every month - I leave my comf zone and give talks or workshops too #TEDEdChat
  • jenhesseltine Aug 15 @ 6:24 PM EDT
    We all go through mandatory evals, but how often do we solicit feedback, or even invite colleagues into our classrooms? #TEDEdChat
  • simmons_m Aug 15 @ 6:24 PM EDT
    A2 - always look for ways to stir the paint. Be cognizant of the 18 to 24 month period and look for ways to diversify experience. #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @TED_ED
  • HJohnsonOMS Aug 15 @ 6:24 PM EDT
    #tededchat A2: Knowing this I'd try to purposely seek out ways to improve. It's why I started blogging. Teach, reflect, improve.
  • turtlemomKi Aug 15 @ 6:24 PM EDT
    I Always make mistakes, and acknowledging them to students allows them to see that you are ok with them making mistakes too #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @TalesToolkit
  • 90secondnewbery Aug 15 @ 6:24 PM EDT
    A2: PD & lifelong learning is essential to provide ss w/ the best education possible. We can't serve them if we don't grow #TEDEdChat
  • jenhesseltine Aug 15 @ 6:25 PM EDT
    Reflection = learning! #TEDEdChat
    • HJohnsonOMS Aug 15 @ 6:24 PM EDT
      #tededchat A2: Knowing this I'd try to purposely seek out ways to improve. It's why I started blogging. Teach, reflect, improve.
  • ebriceno8 Aug 15 @ 6:25 PM EDT
    A2: Regularly ask Ss for feedback on how well our strategies are working for them, and on specific skills we’re working on. #TEDEdChat
  • EmilyMerritt Aug 15 @ 6:25 PM EDT
    This is awesome! Best way to make it clear to Ss that mistakes are a natural part of the process #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @turtlemomKi, @TalesToolkit
  • MrsRaneysClass Aug 15 @ 6:25 PM EDT
    A2: To promote an environment where learning can thrive we must be passionate about learning new things 2! Always keep learning! #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @TED_ED
  • simmons_m Aug 15 @ 6:26 PM EDT
    A1 - prioritize & execute. #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @TED_ED
  • HJohnsonOMS Aug 15 @ 6:26 PM EDT
    #tededchat A2: Always make time to reflect. I am always asking for student feedback on my own lessons.
  • jenhesseltine Aug 15 @ 6:26 PM EDT
    Love the idea of surveying Ss to gain feedback - did it last year! Need to take the feedback seriously...even if you don't agree! #TEDEdChat
    • ebriceno8 Aug 15 @ 6:25 PM EDT
      A2: Regularly ask Ss for feedback on how well our strategies are working for them, and on specific skills we’re working on. #TEDEdChat
  • TalesToolkit Aug 15 @ 6:26 PM EDT
    #TEDEdChat I arrange webinars with top educators sharing best practise thro webinars. I've learnt so much! Great connecting teachers
  • jenhesseltine Aug 15 @ 6:26 PM EDT
    Love this! #TEDEdChat
    • HJohnsonOMS Aug 15 @ 6:26 PM EDT
      #tededchat A2: Always make time to reflect. I am always asking for student feedback on my own lessons.
  • turtlemomKi Aug 15 @ 6:26 PM EDT
    I think we sometimes forget to allow time for reflection and might assume that students do this naturally, I have to work on this #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @jenhesseltine
  • piptinning Aug 15 @ 6:27 PM EDT
    A2 I tell my kids when I am trying something new, then make sure I get feedback from them to improve. Been at this for 19 years. #TEDEdChat
  • piptinning Aug 15 @ 6:27 PM EDT
    PS. Sorry I'm late. #TEDEdChat
  • turtlemomKi Aug 15 @ 6:28 PM EDT
    Agree, I openly tell my students "Never done this before" and sometimes modify in between classes based on what they say #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @piptinning
  • jenhesseltine Aug 15 @ 6:29 PM EDT
    It's why I love this info about learning zone versus performance zone! Need to think about this...#TEDEdChat
    • turtlemomKi Aug 15 @ 6:26 PM EDT
      I think we sometimes forget to allow time for reflection and might assume that students do this naturally, I have to work on this #TEDEdChat
      In reply to @jenhesseltine
  • 90secondnewbery Aug 15 @ 6:29 PM EDT
    A2: If I have my ss try s/t new, I do it too to model vulnerability & willingness to try new things & failing & trying again #TEDEdChat
  • jenhesseltine Aug 15 @ 6:30 PM EDT
    Get ready for #TEDEdChat Q3!
  • EmilyADiehl Aug 15 @ 6:30 PM EDT
    Also fun to say "Well I didn't expect that!" #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @turtlemomKi, @piptinning
  • jenhesseltine Aug 15 @ 6:30 PM EDT
    Modeling how to respond to success/failure - Yes! #TEDEdChat
    • EmilyADiehl Aug 15 @ 6:30 PM EDT
      Also fun to say "Well I didn't expect that!" #TEDEdChat
      In reply to @turtlemomKi, @piptinning
  • turtlemomKi Aug 15 @ 6:30 PM EDT
    Yes, and laugh at yourself--eureka moments are fun! #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @EmilyADiehl, @piptinning
  • TED_ED - Moderator Aug 15 @ 6:31 PM EDT
    Q3 What self-directed activities put you in the learning zone, so that you can do your best when in the performance zone? #TEDEdChat
  • piptinning Aug 15 @ 6:31 PM EDT
    A2 I got a bit slack with trying new things for quite a while bc I was bogged down w paperwork. I'm rediscovering my joy in tchg #tededchat
  • jenhesseltine Aug 15 @ 6:31 PM EDT
    Smiling just thinking about it. #TEDEdChat
    • turtlemomKi Aug 15 @ 6:30 PM EDT
      Yes, and laugh at yourself--eureka moments are fun! #TEDEdChat
      In reply to @EmilyADiehl, @piptinning
  • timleistikow Aug 15 @ 6:31 PM EDT
    A2- I have found it so valuable to seek out other educators and people who challenge me to reexamine my practice. #TEDEdchat #twitter
    In reply to @TED_ED
  • teachermarija Aug 15 @ 6:32 PM EDT
    TED_ED: RT jenhesseltine: Get ready for #TEDEdChat Q3! #education #edchat
  • jenhesseltine Aug 15 @ 6:32 PM EDT
    We are teachers -we love learning - so easy to get caught up in performance tasks. The joy for many comes in learning as well! #TEDEdChat
    • piptinning Aug 15 @ 6:31 PM EDT
      A2 I got a bit slack with trying new things for quite a while bc I was bogged down w paperwork. I'm rediscovering my joy in tchg #tededchat
  • turtlemomKi Aug 15 @ 6:33 PM EDT
    so true! Need to be challenged to try new things! #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @timleistikow, @TED_ED
  • LowesClass Aug 15 @ 6:33 PM EDT
    A3 Playing without too much pressure and judgement... Having time to get my head around something but pondering, testing, talking #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @TED_ED
  • AHSBaldauf Aug 15 @ 6:33 PM EDT
    I've not yet done myself, but joining an impro theater group can help to better perform on things you don't know yet #TEDEdChat
  • HJohnsonOMS Aug 15 @ 6:33 PM EDT
    I'm starting grad school, participating in Twitter chats, & #TedEd is always a great resource! #tededchat
  • simmons_m Aug 15 @ 6:34 PM EDT
    A3 - Reading, Writing, Listening to Podcasts, Whiteboard Activities. Then shift gears when it is time to execute. #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @TED_ED
  • jenhesseltine Aug 15 @ 6:34 PM EDT
    The hope is that our learning experiences translate into learning opps for students - thoughts about this? #TEDEdChat
  • ZajacSLP Aug 15 @ 6:34 PM EDT
    Kim from Ma jumping in late! #tededchat
  • 90secondnewbery Aug 15 @ 6:34 PM EDT
    A3: Finding moments all day to learn: read blogs, listen to podcasts, read books, talk w/ colleagues, writing & Listening a lot #TEDEdChat
  • TalesToolkit Aug 15 @ 6:34 PM EDT
    A3 I take inspiration from others. Seek out people I admire and talk to them, observe them, learn from them #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @TED_ED
  • EmilyADiehl Aug 15 @ 6:34 PM EDT
    Q3: I'm in 40's and learning butterfly stroke at the local pool. At work I model learning by thanking coworkers for teaching me #tededchat
  • turtlemomKi Aug 15 @ 6:34 PM EDT
    Yup, has happened MANY times in 30 years...#TEDEdChat
    In reply to @jenhesseltine
  • Adamqab Aug 15 @ 6:34 PM EDT
    #TEDEdChat I'm a bit conflicted with this… We're always learning, this is true; is there also a limit before students don't trust teachers?
  • LowesClass Aug 15 @ 6:34 PM EDT
    Like the amazing TED Ed Innovator experience.... so great to meet, share and learn with amazing peeps from around the globe!! #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @timleistikow, @TED_ED
  • kristinleong Aug 15 @ 6:34 PM EDT
    Teachers deserve time & energy to pursue passion projects. The best teachers are modeling lifelong learning IRL for students. #tededchat
    • TED_ED - Moderator Aug 15 @ 6:31 PM EDT
      Q3 What self-directed activities put you in the learning zone, so that you can do your best when in the performance zone? #TEDEdChat
  • jenhesseltine Aug 15 @ 6:35 PM EDT
    Thank you for mentioning this! #TEDEDChat
    • AHSBaldauf Aug 15 @ 6:33 PM EDT
      I've not yet done myself, but joining an impro theater group can help to better perform on things you don't know yet #TEDEdChat
  • LowesClass Aug 15 @ 6:35 PM EDT
    I'd love to know a few podcast recommendations! #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @simmons_m, @TED_ED
  • ebriceno8 Aug 15 @ 6:35 PM EDT
    A3: When I see a video or article I’d like to learn from, I add it to queues I keep, to watch/read/learn later at a good time #TEDEdChat 1/2
  • turtlemomKi Aug 15 @ 6:36 PM EDT
    Yes, field experiences, traveling, seeing things in different perspectives! Create new opportunities for lessons, inquiry #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @jenhesseltine
  • jenhesseltine Aug 15 @ 6:36 PM EDT
    Our colleagues (in person and online) can be such amazing resources! #TEDEdChat
    • TalesToolkit Aug 15 @ 6:34 PM EDT
      A3 I take inspiration from others. Seek out people I admire and talk to them, observe them, learn from them #TEDEdChat
      In reply to @TED_ED
  • piptinning Aug 15 @ 6:36 PM EDT
    A3 I have organised tchr led workshops in my school as PD. We are all learning what other subj areas do to help collaboration. #tededchat
  • ebriceno8 Aug 15 @ 6:36 PM EDT
    A3: For the articles queue, I use the https://t.co/3mk7nu0cpZ app, which also allows me to listen to the articles #TEDEdChat 2/2
  • kristinleong Aug 15 @ 6:37 PM EDT
    however...teaching schedules are often brutal--with 3-4 preps, working lunches, before & after school conferences, clubs, etc. #tededchat
  • turtlemomKi Aug 15 @ 6:37 PM EDT
    Yes, I have a vast collection! TED Ed Lessons/TED Talks are great sources for learning too! Always something new #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @ebriceno8
  • HJohnsonOMS Aug 15 @ 6:37 PM EDT
    Need to get going.. great chat so far! #tededchat
  • MrsRaneysClass Aug 15 @ 6:37 PM EDT
    A3: Practice makes perfect. Teaching in new ways never seems natural at first, so just dive in! Then reflect. #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @TED_ED
  • 90secondnewbery Aug 15 @ 6:37 PM EDT
    A3: Isn't so much of education "Yes And- moments?" where you accept unexpected & go off script? Or #SayYes to opportunities? #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @AHSBaldauf
  • jenhesseltine Aug 15 @ 6:38 PM EDT
    Great point! We can learn so much from educators in other content areas, grade levels, etc. #TEDEdChat
    • piptinning Aug 15 @ 6:36 PM EDT
      A3 I have organised tchr led workshops in my school as PD. We are all learning what other subj areas do to help collaboration. #tededchat
  • MsMagThinks Aug 15 @ 6:38 PM EDT
    Q3: ...& this is partly why schools sign up to host resident Ts - creates true comm of learners, including adults. #TEDEdChat
  • MsMagThinks Aug 15 @ 6:38 PM EDT
    Kids ❤️ saying, Ms M is in school just like us! #TEDEdChat
  • LowesClass Aug 15 @ 6:38 PM EDT
    Indeed, so important to find balance and look after yourself...nurture all parts of your life.1 of the toughest parts of the job #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @kristinleong
  • turtlemomKi Aug 15 @ 6:38 PM EDT
    So true! Don't think I have ever had a perfect lesson yet, still working on it! #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @MrsRaneysClass, @TED_ED
  • 90secondnewbery Aug 15 @ 6:39 PM EDT
    You got it! @99piorg @TEDRadioHour @AllusionistShow @theyarnpodcast @hpsacredtext @NPRCodeSwitch @NPRinvisibilia @_AllTheWonders #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @EmilyMerritt, @LowesClass, @simmons_m, @TED_ED, @99piorg, @TEDRadioHour, @AllusionistShow, @theyarnpodcast, @hpsacredtext, @NPRCodeSwitch, @NPRinvisibilia, @_AllTheWonders
  • ZajacSLP Aug 15 @ 6:39 PM EDT
    A3:I started a special interest group via @masscue. It is one of many ways that connects me with like-minded Ts & amazing ideas #tededchat
  • turtlemomKi Aug 15 @ 6:40 PM EDT
    Love this idea of other subject areas, I have told our literature teachers that I would love to sit in on their class to learn! #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @jenhesseltine
  • piptinning Aug 15 @ 6:40 PM EDT
    Love getting new ts and student ts into my dept. It is always invigorating to learn from each other. #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @MsMagThinks
  • EmilyMerritt Aug 15 @ 6:40 PM EDT
    Cannot wait to check these out! Feeding my podcast obsession 😋 #TEDEdChat
  • TalesToolkit Aug 15 @ 6:40 PM EDT
    #TEDEdChat part o learning 4 teachers should be to keep a life balance and look after wellbeing so best self for chn - tough!
    In reply to @kristinleong
  • TheresaShadrix Aug 15 @ 6:41 PM EDT
    A1 In order to get to a learning zone, educators need to get out of their comfort zone. Connect w/ others, read, help Ss explore. #TEDedchat
  • jenhesseltine Aug 15 @ 6:41 PM EDT
    I agree - colleagues are such a great resource! #TEDEdChat
    • piptinning Aug 15 @ 6:40 PM EDT
      Love getting new ts and student ts into my dept. It is always invigorating to learn from each other. #TEDEdChat
      In reply to @MsMagThinks
  • kristinleong Aug 15 @ 6:42 PM EDT
    YES! and this starts at the top--school admin must have wk/life balance too, and encourage it in teachers #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @TalesToolkit
  • simmons_m Aug 15 @ 6:42 PM EDT
    @jockowillink @tferriss @PodcastEdtech @TldChat Learning Innovations Podcast, & self-promotional by @catalystsale podcast #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @90secondnewbery, @EmilyMerritt, @LowesClass, @TED_ED, @99piorg, @TEDRadioHour, @AllusionistShow, @theyarnpodcast, @hpsacredtext, @NPRCodeSwitch, @NPRinvisibilia, @_AllTheWonders, @jockowillink, @tferriss, @PodcastEdtech, @TldChat, @catalystsale
  • TalesToolkit Aug 15 @ 6:43 PM EDT
    #TEDEdChat you're right leaders should model life balance and expect it from staff
    In reply to @kristinleong
  • MrsRaneysClass Aug 15 @ 6:43 PM EDT
    #TEDEdChat , join in! 🙂
  • turtlemomKi Aug 15 @ 6:43 PM EDT
    Always good to have a brainstorming partner. Someone to ask will this work and to encourage you to take a chance at a new idea #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @jenhesseltine
  • TheresaShadrix Aug 15 @ 6:44 PM EDT
    A2 I never want to "just do my job" and I've been on a constant pursuit of growth and learning since I stepped foot in my class. #TEDedchat
  • 90secondnewbery Aug 15 @ 6:44 PM EDT
    A3: "Striving for excellence motivates you; striving for perfection is demoralizing" - Dr. Harriet Braiker #TEDEdChat
  • jenhesseltine Aug 15 @ 6:45 PM EDT
    Times up on Q3! On to #TEDEdChat Q4
  • TalesToolkit Aug 15 @ 6:45 PM EDT
    sometimes all you need is to say things aloud to make sense of your thoughts #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @turtlemomKi, @jenhesseltine
  • jenhesseltine Aug 15 @ 6:45 PM EDT
    I couldn't agree more! #TEDedchat
    • TheresaShadrix Aug 15 @ 6:44 PM EDT
      A2 I never want to "just do my job" and I've been on a constant pursuit of growth and learning since I stepped foot in my class. #TEDedchat
  • kristinleong Aug 15 @ 6:46 PM EDT
    yes! I always liked to reach out to teachers in different departments/schools/districts/countries even (thx #TIECohort3) #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @turtlemomKi, @jenhesseltine
  • TED_ED - Moderator Aug 15 @ 6:46 PM EDT
    Q4 What unconventional professional development opportunities can you recommend for teachers to get into the learning zone? #TEDEdChat
  • teachermarija Aug 15 @ 6:47 PM EDT
    TED_ED: RT jenhesseltine: Times up on Q3! On to #TEDEdChat Q4 #education #edchat
  • kristinleong Aug 15 @ 6:48 PM EDT
    attending @katgordon's #3percent conference was awesome inspiration for me as a teacher #TEDEdChat https://t.co/1PdK3oQBv5
    • TED_ED - Moderator Aug 15 @ 6:46 PM EDT
      Q4 What unconventional professional development opportunities can you recommend for teachers to get into the learning zone? #TEDEdChat
  • 90secondnewbery Aug 15 @ 6:48 PM EDT
    A4: Volunteer w/ @Chi_Humanities or other orgs in city that support lifelong learning, surrounded w/ passionate ppl #TEDEdChat
  • AHSBaldauf Aug 15 @ 6:49 PM EDT
    A4: this also requires good leadership, peer acknowledgement and constant feedback - dedicated time #TEDEdChat
  • jenhesseltine Aug 15 @ 6:49 PM EDT
    Thank you for sharing! I will check that out. #TEDEdChat
  • ebriceno8 Aug 15 @ 6:49 PM EDT
    A4: Experience deeper learning instruction as a student. Great at: EL https://t.co/L8lsKv3VCv & DL https://t.co/IReKv8PNmp #TEDEdChat
  • 90secondnewbery Aug 15 @ 6:50 PM EDT
    A4: Follow your passions, hobbies, things that make you happy. Learn how to make things & keep playing & curiosity alive #TEDEdChat
  • MrsRaneysClass Aug 15 @ 6:50 PM EDT
    Q5: We have so many resources right down the hallways that we don't even realize. Ask to observe other teachers at your campus. #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @TED_ED
  • jenhesseltine Aug 15 @ 6:50 PM EDT
    Volunteering is a great way to get into the learning zone & connect to learning that you might not come across in traditional PD. #TEDEdChat
  • turtlemomKi Aug 15 @ 6:50 PM EDT
    A4: Take a class that challenges you out of your comfort zone, like an art/sketching class,find a way to tie into your own class #tededchat
  • kristinleong Aug 15 @ 6:51 PM EDT
    the big @3PercentConf is in NYC, but there are minicons all over the place. If you can make it, go! https://t.co/j08YDk3dYU #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @jenhesseltine, @3PercentConf
  • ZajacSLP Aug 15 @ 6:51 PM EDT
    A4: #tededchat Attend an Edcamp. Check titles at the door as you enter the un-conference PD & get what u need.Chk out @EdCampSEMass on 12/3
  • Adamqab Aug 15 @ 6:51 PM EDT
    #TEDedchat This. Talk quick, talk smart, and connect to improved ideas from varied perspectives.
  • jenhesseltine Aug 15 @ 6:51 PM EDT
    Chances are, we all go through mandatory evals, but how often do we solicit feedback, or invite colleagues into our classrooms? #TEDEdChat
    • MrsRaneysClass Aug 15 @ 6:50 PM EDT
      Q5: We have so many resources right down the hallways that we don't even realize. Ask to observe other teachers at your campus. #TEDEdChat
      In reply to @TED_ED
  • simmons_m Aug 15 @ 6:51 PM EDT
    A4 - get into the operation, see how people apply what you teach. If you don't cook, try. My next adventure - the Ukelele #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @TED_ED
  • piptinning Aug 15 @ 6:52 PM EDT
    A4 I led a big review of HOW we teach in my dept. It has been very cool to see what my staff are doing and give it a crack myself #tededchat
  • MsMagThinks Aug 15 @ 6:52 PM EDT
    A4: I'm happy with @InspireTeach 😊. Unconventional bc improv-based. Lots of purposeful play. #play2learn #TEDEdChat
  • TalesToolkit Aug 15 @ 6:52 PM EDT
    #TEDEdChat A4 check out our online training and resources! https://t.co/eSSEOf4dGO - sorry couldn't resist
  • ZajacSLP Aug 15 @ 6:52 PM EDT
    A4: #tededchat Attend an Edcamp. Check titles at the door as you enter the un-conference PD & get what u need.Chk out @EdCampSEMass on 12/2
    In reply to @TED_ED, @EdCampSEMass
  • TheresaShadrix Aug 15 @ 6:52 PM EDT
    A3 I got involved w/ @TeachtoLead & @TeachersGuild. I read a lot, I ask a lot of Qs to Ts & Ss, and I never do a project alone. #TEDedchat
    • TED_ED - Moderator Aug 15 @ 6:31 PM EDT
      Q3 What self-directed activities put you in the learning zone, so that you can do your best when in the performance zone? #TEDEdChat
  • ZajacSLP Aug 15 @ 6:52 PM EDT
    A4: #tededchat Attend an Edcamp. Check titles at the door as you enter the un-conference PD & get what u need.Chk out @EdCampSEMass on 12/2
  • kristinleong Aug 15 @ 6:52 PM EDT
    sit down and eat food with people who are different from you #TEDEdChat
    • TED_ED - Moderator Aug 15 @ 6:46 PM EDT
      Q4 What unconventional professional development opportunities can you recommend for teachers to get into the learning zone? #TEDEdChat
  • 90secondnewbery Aug 15 @ 6:52 PM EDT
    Love it! Been a fan since heard on @ThisAmerLife! Celebrate spaces for young ppl to share voices! Have you heard @RadioDiaries? #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @MsMagThinks, @EmilyMerritt, @LowesClass, @simmons_m, @TED_ED, @99piorg, @TEDRadioHour, @AllusionistShow, @theyarnpodcast, @hpsacredtext, @NPRCodeSwitch, @NPRinvisibilia, @_AllTheWonders, @RookieMag, @tavitulle, @ThisAmerLife, @RadioDiaries
  • MrsRaneysClass Aug 15 @ 6:52 PM EDT
    Yes! We all need to be an open community of learning. #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @jenhesseltine
  • TalesToolkit Aug 15 @ 6:53 PM EDT
    #TEDEdChat use the power of story. With my company I've done lots of research on this and we learn so much through stories of others
  • turtlemomKi Aug 15 @ 6:53 PM EDT
    Love this idea to break down barriers that might exist and to learn about different cultures #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @kristinleong
  • TalesToolkit Aug 15 @ 6:54 PM EDT
    play and exploration just as important for adults #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @MsMagThinks, @InspireTeach
  • MsMagThinks Aug 15 @ 6:54 PM EDT
    A4: I also love checking resources/ stories from @AshokaCMschools - more genuine inter-school collab would be great for PD! #TEDEdChat
  • jenhesseltine Aug 15 @ 6:54 PM EDT
    Love the idea of getting involved with other organizations...even if they are outside of the arena of K12 education. #TEDEdChat
  • jenhesseltine Aug 15 @ 6:55 PM EDT
    If we are preparing Ss for the future, it makes sense for us to learn about the world outside of our classrooms! #TEDEdChat
  • turtlemomKi Aug 15 @ 6:55 PM EDT
    A4: Skype with a teacher and class from another country and teach a lesson-observe differences and learn #tededchat
  • Adamqab Aug 15 @ 6:56 PM EDT
    1st masters course-Ts teach by their philosophy regardless..know what we/our school believe=less burnout?#TEDedchat https://t.co/f3csrqJirw
  • 90secondnewbery Aug 15 @ 6:56 PM EDT
    A4: Taking on the #ReadingWithoutWalls challenge helps us all continue learning & connecting #TEDEdChat https://t.co/LFlwvNWfYn
  • ZajacSLP Aug 15 @ 6:56 PM EDT
    A4: #tededchat Pineapple charts. Connect with ur best resources. Colleagues & Ss in your building. Content, culture & connecting-all in one.
  • TheresaShadrix Aug 15 @ 6:56 PM EDT
    A4 Attend an Edcamp, then host one. Submit a proposal to @TeachtoLead. Host a Twitter edchat for your school. You learn by doing.#TEdedchat
    • TED_ED - Moderator Aug 15 @ 6:46 PM EDT
      Q4 What unconventional professional development opportunities can you recommend for teachers to get into the learning zone? #TEDEdChat
  • TalesToolkit Aug 15 @ 6:57 PM EDT
    #TEDEdChat I did this between our UK class and school in US - it was a big success
    In reply to @turtlemomKi
  • jenhesseltine Aug 15 @ 6:57 PM EDT
    Yes! It is all about exposure to learning. Love it! #TEDedchat
    • AHSBaldauf Aug 15 @ 6:56 PM EDT
      Go out and join local communities - invite them in your classroom as well
      In reply to @jenhesseltine
  • WillGourley Aug 15 @ 6:58 PM EDT
    A4 Run the other way from yearly educational conferences. Apply to attend a #TEDx or #TEDTalks event. #TEDEdChat
    • TED_ED - Moderator Aug 15 @ 6:46 PM EDT
      Q4 What unconventional professional development opportunities can you recommend for teachers to get into the learning zone? #TEDEdChat
  • jenhesseltine Aug 15 @ 6:58 PM EDT
    Love the idea of pineapple charts! @MrRelationMMS #TEDEdchat
    • ZajacSLP Aug 15 @ 6:56 PM EDT
      A4: #tededchat Pineapple charts. Connect with ur best resources. Colleagues & Ss in your building. Content, culture & connecting-all in one.
  • turtlemomKi Aug 15 @ 6:58 PM EDT
    Did this too, it was amazing! #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @TalesToolkit
  • WillGourley Aug 15 @ 6:58 PM EDT
    #TEDEdChat Hi. Will from Markham, late to the party.
  • jenhesseltine Aug 15 @ 6:59 PM EDT
    Other ideas for unconventional learning opportunities for Ts before we end? Fellowships? Innovative Educator Programs? #TEDEdChat
  • TalesToolkit Aug 15 @ 6:59 PM EDT
    @ZajacSLP what are pineapple charts? #TEDEdChat
    In reply to @jenhesseltine, @MrRelationMMS, @ZajacSLP