#edtechbridge Archive
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Wednesday March 30, 2016
7:00 PM EDT
katyamuses
Mar 30 @ 7:00 PM EDT
Welcome to
#edtechbridge
! Please introduce yourself, name, role, location and time of day when you're most productive.
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:00 PM EDT
@karenvaites
Hi Karen!
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mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:00 PM EDT
@craigyen
Craig!!!!
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mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:00 PM EDT
ooh, time of day we are most productive - that's a good one...
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craigyen
Mar 30 @ 7:00 PM EDT
I think that I'm most productive at around 10:57 AM.
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craigyen
Mar 30 @ 7:01 PM EDT
I need an app to track my productivity by time of day... Hey developers.
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https://t.co/6DKqrTWxGj
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:00 PM EDT
ooh, time of day we are most productive - that's a good one...
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mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:02 PM EDT
Steve from NJ - I hang out & create video games with kids all day. feel most productive early but get second wind around now!
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akashcoolman123
Mar 30 @ 7:02 PM EDT
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Akash Mista, wams student , New Jersey and does dinner count?
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:02 PM EDT
@craigyen
sounds like a job for
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!
craigyen
Mar 30 @ 7:02 PM EDT
Oh wait, I want to change my answer
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akashcoolman123
Mar 30 @ 7:02 PM EDT
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Akash Mista, wams student , New Jersey and does dinner count?
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:02 PM EDT
@akashcoolman123
Hey Akash - depends on what we consider productive i suppose!
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katyamuses
Mar 30 @ 7:02 PM EDT
Hi
#edtechbridge
! Katya, NYC, UX researcher at
@brainpop
, most productive between 5-7pm usually
wutercolor
Mar 30 @ 7:03 PM EDT
Conor/Elementary Education Preservice at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater/ Most productive at 10pm.. Mornings are a struggle
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KelzBoldt
Mar 30 @ 7:03 PM EDT
Hi, I'm a business teacher in Katy, TX. I'm definitely most productive in the morning, after coffee, of course
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anna_sturrock
Mar 30 @ 7:03 PM EDT
Hi Everyone, Anna here from
@theanswerpad
- tweeting from my brand new very own account, in my brand new location, So Cal!
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mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:03 PM EDT
@wutercolor
Hey Conor! probably comes with the 'college' territory - my shift happened over time (years!)
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craigyen
Mar 30 @ 7:03 PM EDT
Yes, I don't think I'm very productive in the morning time... unless it's the middle of the night
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wutercolor
Mar 30 @ 7:03 PM EDT
Conor/Elementary Education Preservice at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater/ Most productive at 10pm.. Mornings are a struggle
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MrBourassaED
Mar 30 @ 7:04 PM EDT
Good afternoon, Curtis from Regina, SK, Canada, Pre-service T looking to expand PLN. Most productive in the evenings.
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mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:04 PM EDT
@anna_sturrock
@theanswerpad
fancy :) Welcome the Real Anna! Where in So Cal?
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craigyen
Mar 30 @ 7:04 PM EDT
Welcome FELLOW Californian!!!
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https://t.co/TjOsVTyXg2
anna_sturrock
Mar 30 @ 7:03 PM EDT
Hi Everyone, Anna here from
@theanswerpad
- tweeting from my brand new very own account, in my brand new location, So Cal!
#EdTechBridge
tfuhrman
Mar 30 @ 7:04 PM EDT
Thomas Fuhrman, elementary school principal, Upper Cumberland Tennessee, most productive when awake
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mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:04 PM EDT
@MrBourassaED
Hi Kurtis - love seeing pre-service Teachers join us!
#stuvoice
FTW!
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anna_sturrock
Mar 30 @ 7:04 PM EDT
Most productive first thing in the morning
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katyamuses
Mar 30 @ 7:04 PM EDT
@tfuhrman
That's a good answer
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mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:04 PM EDT
@tfuhrman
Hi Thomas - yes awake is one of my productive prerequisites!
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craigyen
Mar 30 @ 7:04 PM EDT
Would this be at 7 AM PST or 7 AM EST ;-)
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anna_sturrock
Mar 30 @ 7:04 PM EDT
Most productive first thing in the morning
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anna_sturrock
Mar 30 @ 7:05 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
@TheAnswerPad
Ha ha, yep! Orange County, close to Irvine.
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mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:05 PM EDT
@anna_sturrock
I think once I had kids - early morning with my coffee before they are awake quickly became a sacred time.
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mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:05 PM EDT
@anna_sturrock
@TheAnswerPad
nice - I need to create an excuse to visit!
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anna_sturrock
Mar 30 @ 7:05 PM EDT
@craigyen
At the moment, it's all of the above :)
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sophie_b84
Mar 30 @ 7:05 PM EDT
Hello
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splozza
Mar 30 @ 7:06 PM EDT
Hi! Most productive when the sun is shining!
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craigyen
Mar 30 @ 7:06 PM EDT
Hello Sophie. We're introducing still and saying when we're most productive.
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https://t.co/qXZBoNio2A
sophie_b84
Mar 30 @ 7:05 PM EDT
Hello
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BlueAppaloosa
Mar 30 @ 7:06 PM EDT
Blue Appaloosa / adjunct for game and web programming / tend to be most productive in the afternoon.
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mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:06 PM EDT
@wutercolor
for sure! How's it going? What grade level / subject you working with?
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anna_sturrock
Mar 30 @ 7:06 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
I wasn't a morning person at all before I had kids! Does that even exist?
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craigyen
Mar 30 @ 7:06 PM EDT
Yayyyyyyyyyyyyyyy new teacher rah rah rah
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https://t.co/NZdfskTASH
CarolynSeiger
Mar 30 @ 7:06 PM EDT
Carolyn Seiger, new teacher in Michigan! Excited to participate tonight
#dojochat
tfuhrman
Mar 30 @ 7:06 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
@anna_sturrock
Or after they have gone to bed, I find.
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katyamuses
Mar 30 @ 7:06 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
@anna_sturrock
I can't wait til it's possible for me to wake b4 my baby. Right now his wake up is 5am
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MomOfAllCapes
Mar 30 @ 7:07 PM EDT
Excited for
#EdTechBridge
!
rjclark72
Mar 30 @ 7:07 PM EDT
Middle school administrator chatting from Texas. Most productive anytime post-coffee!
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cybraryman1
Mar 30 @ 7:07 PM EDT
I am productive & can workout at any time of day. Don't get much sleep
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@craigyen
OK get it now
#bfc530
is your night time
sophie_b84
Mar 30 @ 7:07 PM EDT
Hello! Finally made it! Im Sophie!
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mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:07 PM EDT
@katyamuses
@anna_sturrock
yeah - i was thinking you might not be there quite yet :) one advantage of the teenage years!
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usetrain
Mar 30 @ 7:07 PM EDT
Hey gang! Trainworks here!! Woo hoo. We love productivity!
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mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:07 PM EDT
@cybraryman1
@craigyen
Hey jerry!
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anna_sturrock
Mar 30 @ 7:07 PM EDT
@katyamuses
@mr_isaacs
OOh! -- well - hang in there, this too will pass!
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akashcoolman123
Mar 30 @ 7:07 PM EDT
#edtechbridge
morning people only exist in imagination land
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:07 PM EDT
@sophie_b84
YAY! Welcome back!!!! We've missed you :)
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callmemrmorris
Mar 30 @ 7:07 PM EDT
@craigyen
Great to always see some familiar faces when I jump in a chat
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mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:08 PM EDT
@MomOfAllCapes
Excited to have you joining us!
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sophie_b84
Mar 30 @ 7:08 PM EDT
Great to be here!
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katyamuses
Mar 30 @ 7:08 PM EDT
Q1. What tech do you use yourself (in or out of school) to be more productive?
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:08 PM EDT
@rjclark72
for me it's during coffee too :) something about having that cup nearby! Where in Tx? Was in Austin for
#SXSWEdu
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BlueAppaloosa
Mar 30 @ 7:08 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
heh, I have parrots. after they go to bed (when it gets dark) tends to be my sacred time. :)
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katyamuses
Mar 30 @ 7:08 PM EDT
Q1 in the house!
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mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:08 PM EDT
@usetrain
there is something nice about feeling productive, isn't there?
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callmemrmorris
Mar 30 @ 7:09 PM EDT
@katyamuses
A1) Is it sad to say that the only tech I (usually) use is anything affiliated with my MacBook?
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MomOfAllCapes
Mar 30 @ 7:09 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
woot!
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https://t.co/8XzVbMlWHH
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:09 PM EDT
@akashcoolman123
hah! funny because during period 1 many students are not quite awake yet, right?
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mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:09 PM EDT
@callmemrmorris
@craigyen
Thanks for joining us!
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mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:10 PM EDT
Q1 has arrived!
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https://t.co/LO0hqlmtKy
katyamuses
Mar 30 @ 7:08 PM EDT
Q1. What tech do you use yourself (in or out of school) to be more productive?
#edtechbridge
craigyen
Mar 30 @ 7:10 PM EDT
A1) I wonder if I'm more productive or less productive because of my phone... hmm
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icivics
Mar 30 @ 7:10 PM EDT
Join
#EdTechBridge
tonight until 8pm EST!
https://t.co/MCFoZKx6Ct
katyamuses
Mar 30 @ 7:08 PM EDT
Q1. What tech do you use yourself (in or out of school) to be more productive?
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sandeeteach
Mar 30 @ 7:10 PM EDT
Hello friends at
#EdTechBridge
Sandy here from Ut jumping in- actually get to participate because I'm home :)
wutercolor
Mar 30 @ 7:10 PM EDT
A1) Evernote and the Apple OS for linking Calendars are two of my staples. I'm still looking into apps for the profession.
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usetrain
Mar 30 @ 7:10 PM EDT
A1) We love our
@Apple
watches! Really nice for notifications, messages, notes (Siri). Love em!
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sophie_b84
Mar 30 @ 7:10 PM EDT
Im most active when I am in school, my brain is in complete thinking mode
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akashcoolman123
Mar 30 @ 7:10 PM EDT
#edtechbridge
well i use lego mindstorm and minecraft to see news ways to build new things
craigyen
Mar 30 @ 7:10 PM EDT
Hurray Welcome Sandy!
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/T1jHLpRjOY
sandeeteach
Mar 30 @ 7:10 PM EDT
Hello friends at
#EdTechBridge
Sandy here from Ut jumping in- actually get to participate because I'm home :)
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:10 PM EDT
A1: Sometimes I use the 30/30 app to stay focused and productive.
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MrBourassaED
Mar 30 @ 7:10 PM EDT
A1: I rely on my macbook for everything, same with my phone. iPad is my leisure tool.
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callmemrmorris
Mar 30 @ 7:10 PM EDT
@craigyen
Have you ever left for work and forgot your phone? Truly a liberating experience (for the day, at least)
#edtechbridge
BlueAppaloosa
Mar 30 @ 7:10 PM EDT
A1: kind cliche, by my LMS helps me be productive. I use sticky notes (on computer) too, and sometimes Trello
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DennisDill
Mar 30 @ 7:10 PM EDT
Not to sound like a Luddite, but do I need tech to be productive.
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mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:10 PM EDT
A1: been gamifying productivity a bit with
@habitca
- much more fun when you get XP for crossing things off to do list
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mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:11 PM EDT
@BlueAppaloosa
hello,friend!
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callmemrmorris
Mar 30 @ 7:11 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
@craigyen
Glad to be here, although I will only be here for a short time, let's get to it!
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MomOfAllCapes
Mar 30 @ 7:11 PM EDT
A1. Health tracker apps, iCal, hootsuite and Google everything! Productivity is king!!!!
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:11 PM EDT
@DennisDill
absolutely not!
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craigyen
Mar 30 @ 7:11 PM EDT
Oh yeah... until you reach into the pocket and go oh yeah
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https://t.co/2wy2ySty5v
callmemrmorris
Mar 30 @ 7:10 PM EDT
@craigyen
Have you ever left for work and forgot your phone? Truly a liberating experience (for the day, at least)
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tfuhrman
Mar 30 @ 7:11 PM EDT
A1: Drive, Docs, Slides, Sheets, Calendar, Pebble apps, GAFE, Twitter
#EdTechBridge
sophie_b84
Mar 30 @ 7:11 PM EDT
A1) I use my computer, on my computer I do homework, create and play games etc. My computer lets me think!
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mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:11 PM EDT
@MomOfAllCapes
Yes to google everything. Google Calendar saves me! I'd be lost without it!
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technolibrary
Mar 30 @ 7:11 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
#EdTechBridge
A1: Google calendar on phone
DennisDill
Mar 30 @ 7:11 PM EDT
Guess I need to use the correct hashtag ... Dennis from Florida ... productive ... late evening into the night,
#EdTechBridge
callmemrmorris
Mar 30 @ 7:11 PM EDT
@akashcoolman123
I know this sounds like I am way behind the curve..but how, exactly, does minecraft work?
#edtechbridge
BFlourishing
Mar 30 @ 7:12 PM EDT
Deana from NJ joining late! Finally free time to hop into
#edtechbridge
yay!
#nerdvacation
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:12 PM EDT
@technolibrary
for sure!
#edtechbridge
callmemrmorris
Mar 30 @ 7:12 PM EDT
@MrBourassaED
Yep, yep and yep
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technolibrary
Mar 30 @ 7:12 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
A1: depends on what kind of productivity?
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anna_sturrock
Mar 30 @ 7:12 PM EDT
A1 I don't go anywhere without my iPad mini, which is loaded with everything I need to stay on track.
#EdTechBridge
BlueAppaloosa
Mar 30 @ 7:12 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
@habitca
have been hearing about habitica, need to look into it at some point
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:12 PM EDT
Without google calendar I probably would have forgotten to join the chat tonight :)
#kindakidding
#edtechbridge
usetrain
Mar 30 @ 7:12 PM EDT
A1) Macbook's as well. Evernote, slack (we love slack), and we use our own apps in house! Real-time documentation.
#slack
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MrBourassaED
Mar 30 @ 7:12 PM EDT
Does anyone know any good apps that I can sync calendar over from Mac to samsung?
#EdTechBridge
sandeeteach
Mar 30 @ 7:12 PM EDT
@sophie_b84
I use my computer and phone a lot too- Could I live without them? for a little while it's good to unplug :)
#EdTechBridge
djsardine
Mar 30 @ 7:12 PM EDT
@djsardine
@callmemrmorris
@akashcoolman123
but more importantly, it works AWESOME
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callmemrmorris
Mar 30 @ 7:12 PM EDT
@craigyen
Before that...on the way to work in the car...could have u-turned, but said, "lets see how this goes for the day"
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MathDenisNJ
Mar 30 @ 7:12 PM EDT
A1: Boomerang extension for Gmail. I write emails when I have time, then schedule them to be sent when I want.
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:12 PM EDT
@anna_sturrock
used to always have my ipad with me then went to large screen iPhone 6+ and rarely carry ipad
#edtechbridge
sophie_b84
Mar 30 @ 7:13 PM EDT
Very true...
@san
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anna_sturrock
Mar 30 @ 7:13 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
@MomOfAllCapes
I agree - I'd be lost without Google Calendar!
#EdTechBridge
craigyen
Mar 30 @ 7:13 PM EDT
Haha you schedule them all ehh?
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https://t.co/w4Ba9pdJ39
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:12 PM EDT
Without google calendar I probably would have forgotten to join the chat tonight :)
#kindakidding
#edtechbridge
MomOfAllCapes
Mar 30 @ 7:13 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
I concur... Google calendar is amazing.
#EdTechBridge
rjclark72
Mar 30 @ 7:13 PM EDT
A1 Google Apps is a fav for collaborative development of ideas and sharing info.
@TweetDeck
for managing PLN.
#EdTechBridge
djsardine
Mar 30 @ 7:13 PM EDT
@MomOfAllCapes
I like Moves for health and Nike for running
#EdTechBridge
BFlourishing
Mar 30 @ 7:13 PM EDT
A1: I Google Calendar/invite is key for my home, work & school schedules
#edtechbridge
cybraryman1
Mar 30 @ 7:13 PM EDT
Check out
@mr_isaacs
&
@adambellow
productive while walking in Seattle
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/KIgze765bM
technolibrary
Mar 30 @ 7:13 PM EDT
A1: for creative productivity? Email myself idea starters all the time so I don't forget
#EdTechBridge
anna_sturrock
Mar 30 @ 7:13 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
Screen size is just about the same! :)
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:13 PM EDT
A1: Super excited to get my
@surface
- I think it will be my productivity machine!
@surfaceedu
#MIEExpert
#edtechbridge
djsardine
Mar 30 @ 7:13 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
@habitca
I've been wanting to go back to Superbetter. Does anyone use it still?
#EdTechBridge
sandeeteach
Mar 30 @ 7:13 PM EDT
Have you guys tried Slack?
https://t.co/3wUncK6HsK
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:14 PM EDT
@cybraryman1
@adambellow
hah - we look productive. Thank goodness for the flags that allowed us to cross the street!
#edtechbridge
MathDenisNJ
Mar 30 @ 7:14 PM EDT
@technolibrary
me too! if I really like them, then I put them on my calendar as a weekly reminder til I use them
#edtechbridge
djsardine
Mar 30 @ 7:14 PM EDT
@DennisDill
Depends on what you're producing. If you're working w/multiple peeps in multiple places, then yes
#EdTechBridge
MomOfAllCapes
Mar 30 @ 7:14 PM EDT
I do this all the time!!!!
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/DPQ0cDirtv
technolibrary
Mar 30 @ 7:13 PM EDT
A1: for creative productivity? Email myself idea starters all the time so I don't forget
#EdTechBridge
ToddLaVogue
Mar 30 @ 7:14 PM EDT
A1: I use
@msonenote
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/z5MgECs6rb
katyamuses
Mar 30 @ 7:08 PM EDT
Q1. What tech do you use yourself (in or out of school) to be more productive?
#edtechbridge
technolibrary
Mar 30 @ 7:14 PM EDT
A1: use my phone camera or titlewave or Amazon apps to collect good book titles, design ideas etc.
#EdTechBridge
-clearly need new phone ;)
wutercolor
Mar 30 @ 7:15 PM EDT
A1.2 - For team communication we use Telegram, we tried Voxer in the past.
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:15 PM EDT
A1: Yes - SLACK! How could I forget - currently in 4 slack groups and definitely help with focus and productivity
@minefaire
#edtechbridge
BcCotter
Mar 30 @ 7:15 PM EDT
Evening
#edtechbridge
/rs
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:15 PM EDT
A1: pinterest has helped me to collect / showcase student work
https://t.co/hRbHR7O9bu
#edtechbridge
callmemrmorris
Mar 30 @ 7:15 PM EDT
@djsardine
@akashcoolman123
Sorry, I don't feel like thinking too hard at this point in the week, how do u connect to curric?
#edtechbridge
djsardine
Mar 30 @ 7:15 PM EDT
Alex, from LA, Teacher of Elementary Tech / Curriculum for
@RegenNeighbrhds
Late as usual
#EdTechBridge
ActiveVoiceUS
Mar 30 @ 7:16 PM EDT
Conor O;Malley on Twitter
https://t.co/kYiO7s5vMf
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/EHOuKQG5aG
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:16 PM EDT
.
@rezzly
#3dgamelab
helps me with collecting and evaluating student work / feedback loop - all work submitted electronically
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 30 @ 7:16 PM EDT
Q2. What would you add to the software you rely on to help make your life easier?
#edtechbridge
craigyen
Mar 30 @ 7:16 PM EDT
I try to house all things in one place... class site to keep things easier to keep track of
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/Lz85Ts1MOH
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:15 PM EDT
A1: pinterest has helped me to collect / showcase student work
https://t.co/hRbHR7O9bu
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:16 PM EDT
@djsardine
@RegenNeighbrhds
Hi Alex!
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 30 @ 7:16 PM EDT
A1 I use Wunderlist, Slack, Trello to name a few..
#edtechbridge
cybraryman1
Mar 30 @ 7:16 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
Here's
@adambellow
directing traffic. Great idea to use those pedestrian flags
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/8y4FuRCRup
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:16 PM EDT
@BcCotter
Good evening friend!
#edtechbridge
djsardine
Mar 30 @ 7:16 PM EDT
@callmemrmorris
@akashcoolman123
We build historical things. We learn how to collaborate and design in a shared environment
#EdTechBridge
DennisDill
Mar 30 @ 7:16 PM EDT
A1 - Depends on what I am doing ... wood working requires saws (internet connection for plans) ... audio/video production
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:16 PM EDT
Here's Q2..
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/4WmtKPHswr
katyamuses
Mar 30 @ 7:16 PM EDT
Q2. What would you add to the software you rely on to help make your life easier?
#edtechbridge
ohcanadatweet
Mar 30 @ 7:16 PM EDT
A1. I use
#publictransportation
to be more productive. I read more, listen 2 podcasts & join chats like >>
#EdTechBridge
👊🤔
callmemrmorris
Mar 30 @ 7:16 PM EDT
I love my
#tech
but I will never leave my agenda/planner..ever...Need that pen and paper
#StillTech
?
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 30 @ 7:16 PM EDT
Q2 in the house!
#edtechbridge
wutercolor
Mar 30 @ 7:16 PM EDT
@craigyen
Haha no, it's a super secure messaging app for direct messages.
#EdTechBridge
djsardine
Mar 30 @ 7:17 PM EDT
Minecraft is like never running out of legos
@djsardine
@callmemrmorris
@akashcoolman123
#EdTechBridge
BlueAppaloosa
Mar 30 @ 7:17 PM EDT
A2: still searching for a good idea-tracker/todo list organizer. Trello does ok with this, but not quite right
#edtechbridge
callmemrmorris
Mar 30 @ 7:17 PM EDT
@djsardine
@akashcoolman123
Cool, I am thinking geography as well as some definite math connections
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:17 PM EDT
A2: I think more interconnectedness among software / apps is what I would like added - I need everything to be tied together
#edtechbridge
craigyen
Mar 30 @ 7:17 PM EDT
A2) I should use Google Calendar more to keep track of things. I'd want quicker way to add things onto the calendar.
#edtechbridge
ReadforCupcakes
Mar 30 @ 7:17 PM EDT
Q2: I like my calendar attached to my email account! Sends me reminders, everything in one place!
#edtechbridge
DennisDill
Mar 30 @ 7:17 PM EDT
@djsardine
technically I am being productive right now so Twitter is a production tool ...
#edtechbridge
callmemrmorris
Mar 30 @ 7:17 PM EDT
@djsardine
@akashcoolman123
Is it an any-age type of medium?
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 30 @ 7:17 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
Agreed. I wish some of my favorites played well together
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:17 PM EDT
A2: It's all about workflow -if the software helps me do everything i need to do we're good - bouncing in and out of apps =bad
#edtechbridge
BlueAppaloosa
Mar 30 @ 7:17 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
haha, I usually keep trying to keep everything separate. :) although I see the value in connectedness.
#edtechbridge
djsardine
Mar 30 @ 7:17 PM EDT
@callmemrmorris
@akashcoolman123
oh man, you can do so much math. We build our school, and have to calculate scale, area etc.
#EdTechBridge
iwearthecrowns
Mar 30 @ 7:17 PM EDT
Hello
#EdTechBridge
! Cathy from NJ, still in NYC w
@leilaboo215
Most productive first thing in the AM or late at night w no one around
wutercolor
Mar 30 @ 7:18 PM EDT
A2 - I find that so much of my info is scattered, I'd love to see more integration of the apps!
#edtechbridge
tfuhrman
Mar 30 @ 7:18 PM EDT
A2: More heavily filtered push notifications on my
@Pebble
(probably possible, but currently requires more time to filter)
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:18 PM EDT
@DennisDill
@djsardine
absolutely! my primary communication tool I think!
#edtechbridge
ReadforCupcakes
Mar 30 @ 7:18 PM EDT
Our school uses Office 365, but I LOVE google docs! I know 365 has docs, but really love the functionality of GOOGLE!
#edtechbridge
MrBourassaED
Mar 30 @ 7:18 PM EDT
@craigyen
I hear you!! Same deal over here. I wish there was a shortcut to my desktop for Google Calendar. Or is there?
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:18 PM EDT
@ReadforCupcakes
yes!
#edtechbridge
djsardine
Mar 30 @ 7:18 PM EDT
@akashcoolman123
@callmemrmorris
Yes, whenever a kid asks a recipe, I tell them to open the wiki
#EdTechBridge
technolibrary
Mar 30 @ 7:18 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
@katyamuses
auto tagging and reading my mind ;)
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:18 PM EDT
@craigyen
totally agree! some things let you add to calendar but often I have to leave gmail and go to calendar - fix that :)
#edtechbridge
akashcoolman123
Mar 30 @ 7:18 PM EDT
#edtechbridge
A2: well i use minecraft, and i'd add round objects
katyamuses
Mar 30 @ 7:18 PM EDT
@ReadforCupcakes
What's the main difference between the two?
#edtechbridge
AlexVKluge
Mar 30 @ 7:19 PM EDT
@djsardine
Alex, Austin Tx, even later :)
#EdTechBridge
MrBourassaED
Mar 30 @ 7:19 PM EDT
A2: Easier compatibility between Android and Apple devices.
#EdTechBridge
tfuhrman
Mar 30 @ 7:19 PM EDT
A2b: Other wearables that integrate with the world (like Hololens, perhaps)
#EdTechBridge
callmemrmorris
Mar 30 @ 7:19 PM EDT
@sandeeteach
Heard of it...what is it, exactly?
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:19 PM EDT
@iwearthecrowns
@leilaboo215
LOML! Hello!!!!
#edtechbridge
LibrarianLister
Mar 30 @ 7:19 PM EDT
Hi all! Heather, librarian from Hershey, PA joining in late. Chatting from
@participatelrn
tonight.
#edtechbridge
mraspinall
Mar 30 @ 7:19 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
Just purchased a new one here!
@surface
@surfaceedu
#MIEExpert
#edtechbridge
sophie_b84
Mar 30 @ 7:19 PM EDT
I dont exactly know what I would add, but I would certainly take away any downloads that could cause some serious problems.
#edtechbridge
ReadforCupcakes
Mar 30 @ 7:19 PM EDT
Caren, 4/5 Librarian from NC joining late as well!
#edtechbridge
djsardine
Mar 30 @ 7:19 PM EDT
@AlexVKluge
You have won this round of The Alex Lateness Battle
#EdTechBridge
sophie_b84
Mar 30 @ 7:19 PM EDT
Like spotify
#edtechbridge
MathFlashcards
Mar 30 @ 7:20 PM EDT
Steve Isaacs (stevei2071)
https://t.co/STS4x6Jl1b
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/NfUiiiH3wZ
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:20 PM EDT
@akashcoolman123
Yes - more productivity in
#minecraft
! hmmm....
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:20 PM EDT
@AlexVKluge
@djsardine
Hi Alex!
#edtechbridge
MomOfAllCapes
Mar 30 @ 7:20 PM EDT
A2. Seamless interconnectivity thought platforms. Unifying everything. iCal does a great job of this with calendars
#edtechbridge
sandeeteach
Mar 30 @ 7:20 PM EDT
@callmemrmorris
Just heard of it and watched the tour...looks interesting- another way to communicate :)
#EdTechBridge
tfuhrman
Mar 30 @ 7:20 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
This is why I like
@IFTTT
but have not fully explored its potential.
#EdTechBridge
BFlourishing
Mar 30 @ 7:20 PM EDT
A2: It would be great to be able to collaborate with other apps w/Google Calendar
#edtechbridge
MomOfAllCapes
Mar 30 @ 7:20 PM EDT
This tho... Truth.
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/wP6bO0Ldbh
MrBourassaED
Mar 30 @ 7:19 PM EDT
A2: Easier compatibility between Android and Apple devices.
#EdTechBridge
usetrain
Mar 30 @ 7:20 PM EDT
A2) As app developers. We would love easier integration capabilities. We are very open with ours. Not everyone plays nice!
#edtechbridge
ohcanadatweet
Mar 30 @ 7:20 PM EDT
A2 I LOVE Snip for Office! I would change....stop MS from making updates that hinder my use of Snip
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/Il94rHsrAx
katyamuses
Mar 30 @ 7:16 PM EDT
Q2. What would you add to the software you rely on to help make your life easier?
#edtechbridge
callmemrmorris
Mar 30 @ 7:20 PM EDT
@sandeeteach
Sounds cool. But communicate with who? student-teacher, students in other schools?
#edtechbridge
craigyen
Mar 30 @ 7:20 PM EDT
A2) It'd help to not have so many diff systems... outlook calendar and google calendar.
#EdTechBridge
Confusing!
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:20 PM EDT
@mraspinall
@surface
@surfaceedu
How do you like it? Anxiously awaiting mine :) been playing with them at
@microsoft
store
#edtechbridge
BcCotter
Mar 30 @ 7:20 PM EDT
A1. I'm a productive as my intentions or motives, irrespective of the technology in hand
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 30 @ 7:21 PM EDT
@tfuhrman
What's hololens?
#edtechbridge
LibrarianLister
Mar 30 @ 7:21 PM EDT
@BlueAppaloosa
I love
@wunderlist
. p
#edtechbridge
JoelBSperanza
Mar 30 @ 7:21 PM EDT
A2: There's a push in edtech to add more more. So I'm going to be a naysayer and just do what you do and do it well.
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:21 PM EDT
@sophie_b84
yeah - nothing like stuff that totally gets in the way of our productivity!
#edtechbridge
BlueAppaloosa
Mar 30 @ 7:21 PM EDT
A2: I'd also love a nice time-tracking app. track time spent on tasks, and then show aggragated data (I use a spreadsheet now)
#edtechbridge
MrBourassaED
Mar 30 @ 7:21 PM EDT
@MomOfAllCapes
Problem with having a Samsung phone and an iPad and a Mac... "One of these things doesn't belong".
#EdTechBridge
sandeeteach
Mar 30 @ 7:21 PM EDT
@callmemrmorris
anyone I think- SM tool
#edtechbridge
mraspinall
Mar 30 @ 7:21 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
I was incredibly impressed with how responsive it is.
@surface
@surfaceedu
@microsoft
#EdTechBridge
#MIEExpert
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:21 PM EDT
@tfuhrman
@IFTTT
right! me neither - and always mean to !!!
#edtechbridge
MomOfAllCapes
Mar 30 @ 7:21 PM EDT
@djsardine
never tried Moves... Will take a look. I am using a calorie counter and fitness monitor.
#EdTechBridge
anna_sturrock
Mar 30 @ 7:21 PM EDT
A1 I also use IFTT and Buffer to help - but I am not very consistent with them.
#EdTechBridge
BlueAppaloosa
Mar 30 @ 7:22 PM EDT
@LibrarianLister
@wunderlist
thanks, will add that to the list of "things to look at" :)
#edtechbridge
djsardine
Mar 30 @ 7:22 PM EDT
A2: Fix authentication for Everything. Authentication sucks. Authentication for K-3s is the worst
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/JIYme1jwD3
katyamuses
Mar 30 @ 7:16 PM EDT
Q2. What would you add to the software you rely on to help make your life easier?
#edtechbridge
MomOfAllCapes
Mar 30 @ 7:22 PM EDT
@BlueAppaloosa
amazing idea
#edtechbridge
tfuhrman
Mar 30 @ 7:22 PM EDT
@katyamuses
https://t.co/ajPKjkHR2g
#EdTechBridge
callmemrmorris
Mar 30 @ 7:22 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
A2) I would love for it to simply read my mind.. Is that possible?
#edtechbridge
technolibrary
Mar 30 @ 7:22 PM EDT
@craigyen
A2: images are my software headache-managing, tagging, storing
#EdTechBridge
#neednewphine
sophie_b84
Mar 30 @ 7:22 PM EDT
That is right!
@mr
#edtechbridge
akashcoolman123
Mar 30 @ 7:22 PM EDT
@katyamuses
@tfuhrman
its a product made by microsoft to display digital objects in real life via the hololens
#edtechbridge
LibrarianLister
Mar 30 @ 7:23 PM EDT
A2: I wish I could easily switch btwn accounts (i.e. library snapchat & personal snapchat). Some apps are better than others
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 30 @ 7:23 PM EDT
@djsardine
Great one. And fix password recovery
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:23 PM EDT
A1: Snipping tool is great! use it ALL the time and love to teach students to use it to share screenshots.
#MIEExpert
#edtechbridge
TTMobile_us
Mar 30 @ 7:23 PM EDT
#EdTechBridge
is now trending in USA, ranking 49
MrsMurat
Mar 30 @ 7:23 PM EDT
Rachel, T and TI from NY! Most productive between 4 and 7AM.
#edtechbridge
MathDenisNJ
Mar 30 @ 7:23 PM EDT
A1:
@diigo
is a great tool, not just for Ss in research, but for Ts and Admins to keep and annotate materials for all
#edtechbridge
@smaher
callmemrmorris
Mar 30 @ 7:23 PM EDT
@sophie_b84
Especially because Ss know more about those downloads than us!
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:23 PM EDT
@TTMobile_us
Awesome. Thanks :)
#edtechbridge
BlueAppaloosa
Mar 30 @ 7:23 PM EDT
@MomOfAllCapes
I started it as a motivational tool, but it's great for so many things (and seeing where you "lose" time)
#edtechbridge
MomOfAllCapes
Mar 30 @ 7:23 PM EDT
A2. Password VERIFICATION process! Ugh I wish that were better...
#EdTechBridge
jpcostume
Mar 30 @ 7:24 PM EDT
#MyWrestleManiaMatch
,
#EdTechBridge
,
#dfwwx
,
#MariskaMicCheck
,
#cxllive
,
#msnbctownhall
,
#pugchat
,
#HoyNoCircula
MrsMurat
Mar 30 @ 7:24 PM EDT
A2: I would add a different badging system to our LMS. Need an ability to manage the badges.
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 30 @ 7:24 PM EDT
Q3. How can designers test if their productivity software is effective?
#edtechbridge
djsardine
Mar 30 @ 7:24 PM EDT
@MomOfAllCapes
You may be more serious about the counting than me. I just get step counts. Moves is not a fancy health app
#EdTechBridge
katyamuses
Mar 30 @ 7:24 PM EDT
Q3 in the house!
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:24 PM EDT
A2: I would like a more integrated way to deal with lesson plans (and submission) as a teacher.
#edtechbridge
JoelBSperanza
Mar 30 @ 7:24 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
The tiniest thing but for teachers it's amazing. I blow minds when I show a teacher how fast they can work with it.
#EdTechBridge
LibrarianLister
Mar 30 @ 7:24 PM EDT
A2: I also wish
@IFTTT
allowed you to connect multiple users for same app. (ex: multiple instagram accts.)
#edtechbridge
rjclark72
Mar 30 @ 7:24 PM EDT
A2 In our organization we use Outlook & Google Calendar & a website calendar feature... how to get all in one place easily??
#EdTechBridge
djsardine
Mar 30 @ 7:24 PM EDT
@katyamuses
I wish there was a way to double retweet
#EdTechBridge
AlexVKluge
Mar 30 @ 7:24 PM EDT
@callmemrmorris
@mr_isaacs
Give it another 20-40 years.
https://t.co/rZ0KWcvFPc
#EdTechBridge
usetrain
Mar 30 @ 7:24 PM EDT
@BlueAppaloosa
Check out
https://t.co/fibJgKHE7w
@NomieApp
#EdTechBridge
tfuhrman
Mar 30 @ 7:24 PM EDT
@LibrarianLister
I appreciate the Twitter app and others that do this easily for Twitter.
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:24 PM EDT
Q3 ladies and gentlemen...
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/66CTZIw9eM
katyamuses
Mar 30 @ 7:24 PM EDT
Q3. How can designers test if their productivity software is effective?
#edtechbridge
MrsMurat
Mar 30 @ 7:24 PM EDT
A3: Anytime they have software/web based products for Ts and Ss, they need to have Ts and Ss testing them out. Ask Qs A LOT!
#edtechbridge
callmemrmorris
Mar 30 @ 7:24 PM EDT
Using videos is one way where educators can finally facilitate meaningful learning
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/Q9xqQFRBy7
anna_sturrock
Mar 30 @ 7:25 PM EDT
Couldn't live without KeyPass also - I wouldn't be able to remember how to log into anything!
#EdTechBridge
MrBourassaED
Mar 30 @ 7:25 PM EDT
A3: I think that one of the obvious things is to send out the beta and listen to the community for potential improvements
#EdTechBridge
craigyen
Mar 30 @ 7:25 PM EDT
A3) Users will be the best evidence of whether productivity software is effective. If it works, people will come.
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 30 @ 7:25 PM EDT
A3 It's super important to test over time for productivity software. One small time period isn't enough.
#edtechbridge
BlueAppaloosa
Mar 30 @ 7:25 PM EDT
A3: well, straight-foward way would be to measure time-to-task or task completion time before an after
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:25 PM EDT
A3: I would think designers would need to really rely on user input from reliable testers in ongoing manner
#edtechbridge
MrsMurat
Mar 30 @ 7:25 PM EDT
A3: Need 2ook at the data.See it in use.Is that how it was intended?Does it solve a problem or make something easier 4users?
#edtechbridge
MathDenisNJ
Mar 30 @ 7:25 PM EDT
A3: Give it to Ts and Ss and say "figure this out." If they use it for its intent, they're successful!
#edtechbridge
djsardine
Mar 30 @ 7:25 PM EDT
@katyamuses
When I forget my stuff, I'm like "Don't tell me that's not my password, you don't F-in' know me" smash The worst
#EdTechBridge
MrsMurat
Mar 30 @ 7:26 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
HI!! Glad I am able to jump into
#edtechbridge
for a couple minutes tonight.
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:26 PM EDT
A3: User testing in light of work flow and intuitive use speaks highly to productivity
#edtechbridge
BlueAppaloosa
Mar 30 @ 7:26 PM EDT
A3: but I think making users *feel* good about their productivity is useful too. just "getting it done" leads to burnout
#edtechbridge
MomOfAllCapes
Mar 30 @ 7:26 PM EDT
A3. Alpha and beta testers and control groups...
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:26 PM EDT
@MrsMurat
Hello!!!
#edtechbridge
AlexVKluge
Mar 30 @ 7:26 PM EDT
A3 This really requires in the field service trials with before & after statistics.
#EdTechBridge
tfuhrman
Mar 30 @ 7:26 PM EDT
A3: Promise long-term usage for beta testers who NEED productivity apps/programs. Fly by night tech dissolves too easily.
#EdTechBridge
BFlourishing
Mar 30 @ 7:26 PM EDT
A3: Beta testing with Ts! So many options to put it through real load testing
#edtechbridge
akashcoolman123
Mar 30 @ 7:26 PM EDT
#edtechbridge
A3: well if they are doing more work or getting it done faster
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:27 PM EDT
A3: I would think comparison studies that look at ability to complete tasks compared to similar products
#edtechbridge
AlexVKluge
Mar 30 @ 7:27 PM EDT
A3.a There's no substitute for real world measurements.
#EdTechBridge
MrsMurat
Mar 30 @ 7:27 PM EDT
A3: Are the users able to incorporate the product without to much of a learning curve? We don't have a ton of time obvi.
#edtechbridge
usetrain
Mar 30 @ 7:27 PM EDT
A3) test live with Ts and Admins. It's about listening to feedback & adjusting. We're former Educators and now tech! We know!
#EdTechBridge
craigyen
Mar 30 @ 7:27 PM EDT
Sounds like a simple solution to me!
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/EgzIpEyzIT
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:25 PM EDT
A3: I would think designers would need to really rely on user input from reliable testers in ongoing manner
#edtechbridge
djsardine
Mar 30 @ 7:28 PM EDT
A3: By using diverse groups of play testers and iterating if they can afford it
#EdTechBridge
@mr_isaacs
MomOfAllCapes
Mar 30 @ 7:28 PM EDT
#Edtech
Devs listen to your users!
https://t.co/JIWRmiIOa3
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/UGtpJsrFhF
MrBourassaED
Mar 30 @ 7:25 PM EDT
A3: I think that one of the obvious things is to send out the beta and listen to the community for potential improvements
#EdTechBridge
craigyen
Mar 30 @ 7:28 PM EDT
It might work differently for different user groups as well
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/iD9u6ubHSy
katyamuses
Mar 30 @ 7:25 PM EDT
A3 It's super important to test over time for productivity software. One small time period isn't enough.
#edtechbridge
MrsMurat
Mar 30 @ 7:28 PM EDT
A3: Is their product duplicating something already out there or innovating it so it is better?
#edtechbridge
AlexVKluge
Mar 30 @ 7:28 PM EDT
A3.b And be prepared for a shock when you get net negative results.
#EdTechBridge
usetrain
Mar 30 @ 7:29 PM EDT
@MrsMurat
Absolutely!! Why we built Trainworks. Time is and can be the enemy. documentation in near real-time, under 3 secs.
#EdTechBridge
ohcanadatweet
Mar 30 @ 7:29 PM EDT
have u used Snip, it's amazing, my #1 tool 4 annotating
https://t.co/5lG5pqs87x
@mr_isaacs
_isaa
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/URhT8x9wom
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:23 PM EDT
A1: Snipping tool is great! use it ALL the time and love to teach students to use it to share screenshots.
#MIEExpert
#edtechbridge
djsardine
Mar 30 @ 7:29 PM EDT
Yes. And please don't invite me to your beta like you doing me a favor. Ts giving you free testing.
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/XMMlQraZw4
BFlourishing
Mar 30 @ 7:26 PM EDT
A3: Beta testing with Ts! So many options to put it through real load testing
#edtechbridge
MrsMurat
Mar 30 @ 7:29 PM EDT
A3: How many users are reupping after free period or renewing subscriptions? If not, clearly there is a problem
#edtechbridge
iwearthecrowns
Mar 30 @ 7:29 PM EDT
A1 Fav EdTech of all time has got to be
#GoogleCalendar
It's as if they read my mind
#EdTechBridge
MomOfAllCapes
Mar 30 @ 7:30 PM EDT
@djsardine
the former athlete in me...
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/R22e4waY4F
MrsMurat
Mar 30 @ 7:30 PM EDT
A1: Favorite EdTech of all time are
#chrome
extensions.
#edtechbridge
djsardine
Mar 30 @ 7:30 PM EDT
@iwearthecrowns
nah, it just reads your email
#EdTechBridge
MrSchoenbart
Mar 30 @ 7:30 PM EDT
NEW POST: Improve Literacy w Technology: Close Reading & Argument w
@Newsela
https://t.co/AAfpR4ECtL
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/KxMJ0AaovH
BlueAppaloosa
Mar 30 @ 7:30 PM EDT
@usetrain
@NomieApp
cool, will check it out :)
#edtechbridge
cybraryman1
Mar 30 @ 7:30 PM EDT
Alexa - Amazon Echo keeps me productive and is extremely helpful.
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/d2DtyEUqI6
djsardine
Mar 30 @ 7:31 PM EDT
@MomOfAllCapes
Yes. And boring too. I haven't tried it, but there is that zombie run app where zombies chase you
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:31 PM EDT
@ohcanadatweet
I think it will become my new favorite tool :)
#edtechbridge
MrsMurat
Mar 30 @ 7:31 PM EDT
A1: Some have mentioned I may have an extension problem. (Thankfully I have Extensity to manage the 200 extensions I have)
#edtechbridge
iwearthecrowns
Mar 30 @ 7:31 PM EDT
A1 Thank goodness for the
#smartphone
#LoveMyTech
#Tech247
#AlwaysConnected
#EdTechBridge
#SorryNotSorry
#SoManyHashtags
😂
craigyen
Mar 30 @ 7:31 PM EDT
I do love my Echo... I need to teach it more skills.
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/pxFIHf6xg9
cybraryman1
Mar 30 @ 7:30 PM EDT
Alexa - Amazon Echo keeps me productive and is extremely helpful.
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/d2DtyEUqI6
craigyen
Mar 30 @ 7:31 PM EDT
OMG that's so many extensions!!!
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/rlwiOStwG8
MrsMurat
Mar 30 @ 7:31 PM EDT
A1: Some have mentioned I may have an extension problem. (Thankfully I have Extensity to manage the 200 extensions I have)
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 30 @ 7:32 PM EDT
Q4. What productivity software could your school/district not live without?
#edtechbridge
iwearthecrowns
Mar 30 @ 7:32 PM EDT
@djsardine
I meant when they developed it. I kinda love that it reads my emails
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:32 PM EDT
@cybraryman1
Do you like it? I thought it was only for people in commercials :)
#edtechbridge
akashcoolman123
Mar 30 @ 7:32 PM EDT
Sorry guys I gotta head out, dang groceries
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/sH8bdh4Cyw
MrsMurat
Mar 30 @ 7:32 PM EDT
@craigyen
It is, but they all have their uses. I have about 25 active everyday. The rest I mute until I need them.
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 30 @ 7:33 PM EDT
A3 Designers need to define what 'effective' means for their tool before testing
#edtechbridge
artsynihon
Mar 30 @ 7:33 PM EDT
#EdTechBridge
,
#PACEchat
,
#MyWrestleManiaMatch
,
#SignsYoureABernieSupporter
,
#askdodie
,
#HoyNoCircula
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:33 PM EDT
@craigyen
really? That's what's so great about these chats - I would have not been interested but if you and Jerry recommend..
#edtechbridge
BlueAppaloosa
Mar 30 @ 7:33 PM EDT
A4: lots of school stuff is done through MS Outlook and Office...but I don't use either
#edtechbridge
akashcoolman123
Mar 30 @ 7:33 PM EDT
#edtechbridge
quick answer before i go, A4: MINECRAFT
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:33 PM EDT
Q4 here you go!
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/8gVtE703Kh
katyamuses
Mar 30 @ 7:32 PM EDT
Q4. What productivity software could your school/district not live without?
#edtechbridge
ohcanadatweet
Mar 30 @ 7:33 PM EDT
Ok Ok, you must share your 200, pls!
@MrsMurat
I use lots, but like 2 learn new ones
#EdTechBridge
extensity rocks!
https://t.co/QMswgDe85p
MrsMurat
Mar 30 @ 7:31 PM EDT
A1: Some have mentioned I may have an extension problem. (Thankfully I have Extensity to manage the 200 extensions I have)
#edtechbridge
craigyen
Mar 30 @ 7:33 PM EDT
Haha it helps to be able to use your voice to set a timer as you're moderating chats.
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/Doy0wtLGFm
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:33 PM EDT
@craigyen
really? That's what's so great about these chats - I would have not been interested but if you and Jerry recommend..
#edtechbridge
BlueAppaloosa
Mar 30 @ 7:33 PM EDT
@katyamuses
yes, knowing what "success" looks like it important
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 30 @ 7:33 PM EDT
Q4 in the house!
#edtechbridge
MrsMurat
Mar 30 @ 7:33 PM EDT
A4: I couldn't live without
@Schoology
. Allows the learning to continue even if I am not there.
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:34 PM EDT
A4: couldn't live without email and I distinctly remember when Ts in my building vehemently resisted email as required comm
#edtechbridge
sophie_b84
Mar 30 @ 7:34 PM EDT
We could not live without Mr Isaacs, he is the backbone of the technology world for our school
@mr
#edtechbridge
KelzBoldt
Mar 30 @ 7:34 PM EDT
A4: Canvas. It alleviates the need for a bunch of the apps
#EdTechBridge
MrBourassaED
Mar 30 @ 7:34 PM EDT
A4: School I interned at was all Google based. Makes life a lot easier to manage. With only ONE PASSWORD.
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:34 PM EDT
A4: couldn't live without
@googleforedu
- productivity + collaboration is so important
#edtechbridge
BlueAppaloosa
Mar 30 @ 7:34 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
holy wow. and yeah, I could not function without email either.
#edtechbridge
iwearthecrowns
Mar 30 @ 7:34 PM EDT
A2 A tool that further sorts email into essential and not so much
#TooManyEmails
#EmailIsTheNewJunkMail
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:34 PM EDT
@sophie_b84
you are very kind! Thank you!
#edtechbridge
tfuhrman
Mar 30 @ 7:34 PM EDT
A4: GOOGLE everything
#EdTechBridge
MrsMurat
Mar 30 @ 7:34 PM EDT
@ohcanadatweet
Here are the ones I have active.
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/RV0MF4NhS3
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:35 PM EDT
@iwearthecrowns
for me a tool that automatically deletes my emails and closes my tabs would be good!
#edtechbridge
BFlourishing
Mar 30 @ 7:35 PM EDT
A4: Google Classroom & GAFE for sure
#edtechbridge
BlueAppaloosa
Mar 30 @ 7:35 PM EDT
@KelzBoldt
I also really like Canvas. the best LMS I've worked with so far (out of 3)
#edtechbridge
craigyen
Mar 30 @ 7:35 PM EDT
Woot woot
@mr_isaacs
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/MIO7rzpywL
sophie_b84
Mar 30 @ 7:34 PM EDT
We could not live without Mr Isaacs, he is the backbone of the technology world for our school
@mr
#edtechbridge
MomOfAllCapes
Mar 30 @ 7:35 PM EDT
A4. Love Canvas... We use canvas for our teacher community at work... Love it!
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/XLKbhKWqEf
KelzBoldt
Mar 30 @ 7:34 PM EDT
A4: Canvas. It alleviates the need for a bunch of the apps
#EdTechBridge
JoelBSperanza
Mar 30 @ 7:35 PM EDT
@KelzBoldt
I had my first go with canvas. Created flipped PD for a school with it . It's really nice once you "get it"
#EdTechBridge
MrsMurat
Mar 30 @ 7:35 PM EDT
@MrsMurat
@ohcanadatweet
Here are some of the muted ones.
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/moZCCpmE5a
sophie_b84
Mar 30 @ 7:35 PM EDT
Just tryin to answer the question, haha!
@mr
#edtechbridge
BcCotter
Mar 30 @ 7:35 PM EDT
@katyamuses
A4. If say probably any which allows for Ss registration and class scheduling 😊
#edtechbridge
djsardine
Mar 30 @ 7:35 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
when I hear tell of Ts that don't check email
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/0yG3eWSHj6
craigyen
Mar 30 @ 7:35 PM EDT
A4) I feel that
@RemindHQ
has streamlined our class communication. It's all in one place.
#EdTechBridge
ohcanadatweet
Mar 30 @ 7:36 PM EDT
@Scotteach
shared amazing ways he uses
#lexia
in his classroom
#EdTechBridge
I want one now
@mr_isaacs
https://t.co/iR2VjNXJux
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:33 PM EDT
@craigyen
really? That's what's so great about these chats - I would have not been interested but if you and Jerry recommend..
#edtechbridge
iwearthecrowns
Mar 30 @ 7:36 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
I like all my tabs open so I can revisit things I walked away from
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:36 PM EDT
A4: I'm intrigued by
@msonenote
and class notebooks - tough when
#GAFE
district though - still gonna explore potential!
#edtechbridge
MrsMurat
Mar 30 @ 7:36 PM EDT
@ohcanadatweet
Here are some more muted ones.
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/VonIMSWGCV
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:36 PM EDT
@iwearthecrowns
yes, but mine are more a function of clutter :(
#edtechbridge
BlueAppaloosa
Mar 30 @ 7:36 PM EDT
I used to use google a lot, but got burned when I got locked out of my account with no explanation. (got it back though)
#edtechbridge
ohcanadatweet
Mar 30 @ 7:36 PM EDT
@MrsMurat
awesome, let's trade notes, much 2 learn I have
#EdTechBridge
craigyen
Mar 30 @ 7:36 PM EDT
Some districts are using both...
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/vROsntfZ8T
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:36 PM EDT
A4: I'm intrigued by
@msonenote
and class notebooks - tough when
#GAFE
district though - still gonna explore potential!
#edtechbridge
djsardine
Mar 30 @ 7:37 PM EDT
Slack
@SlackHQ
is everything!
#EdTechBridge
forget email
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:37 PM EDT
@djsardine
yeah, but much worse might be the Ts that print EVERY email ...
#facepalm
#edtechbridge
MrsMurat
Mar 30 @ 7:37 PM EDT
@ohcanadatweet
...and here are more.
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/2YEV3u91SF
JoelBSperanza
Mar 30 @ 7:37 PM EDT
A4: So much love for GAFE here it's crazy. But it really does work together amazingly for a teacher. Everything doing its job
#EdTechBridge
KelzBoldt
Mar 30 @ 7:37 PM EDT
@JoelBSperanza
yes, definitely steep learning curve! When I have a sub, all they basically have to say is 'it's in canvas'!
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:37 PM EDT
Remember if there are specific tools you like, drop a link in the chat as
@participatelrn
will curate and archive all of em
#edtechbridge
MrBourassaED
Mar 30 @ 7:37 PM EDT
A4: Edtech youngin over here, what is this GAFE?
#EdTechBridge
MrsMurat
Mar 30 @ 7:38 PM EDT
@ohcanadatweet
...and more. LOL!
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/PLkE4goeQT
BlueAppaloosa
Mar 30 @ 7:38 PM EDT
@KelzBoldt
@JoelBSperanza
interesting, I found Canvas much more intuative than other LMSs
#edtechbridge
ohcanadatweet
Mar 30 @ 7:38 PM EDT
A4 could not live without
#chrome
#Snip
(not snipping tool)
#EdTechBridge
MrsMurat
Mar 30 @ 7:38 PM EDT
@ohcanadatweet
Much to share I have! We could do a GHO if you want to talk apps and extensions.
#edtechbridge
participatelrn
Mar 30 @ 7:39 PM EDT
Virtuous cycle as others will discover your selections more easily!
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/2VAwgJd9BX
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:37 PM EDT
Remember if there are specific tools you like, drop a link in the chat as
@participatelrn
will curate and archive all of em
#edtechbridge
ohcanadatweet
Mar 30 @ 7:39 PM EDT
@MrsMurat
You Rock!! Thanks 4 sharing
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/fNZKsmYenu
MrsMurat
Mar 30 @ 7:38 PM EDT
@ohcanadatweet
...and more. LOL!
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/PLkE4goeQT
iwearthecrowns
Mar 30 @ 7:39 PM EDT
A2:
@mr_isaacs
Maybe a tool that would delete email based on my facial response to the content 😂
#EdTechBridge
djsardine
Mar 30 @ 7:39 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
No!
#EdTechBridge
that's going to give me nightmares. But it's my fault for not training Ts
https://t.co/rT9FPbZINX
tfuhrman
Mar 30 @ 7:39 PM EDT
@MickShuran
Care to share any favorite
#gafe
productivity applications with us?
#EdTechBridge
ohcanadatweet
Mar 30 @ 7:40 PM EDT
@MrsMurat
would LOVE to!! How about we chat about collaboration to present a webinar on them!!
#EdTechBridge
katyamuses
Mar 30 @ 7:40 PM EDT
Q5. What kind of support do schools/districts require for the software to be used effectively?
#edtechbridge
craigyen
Mar 30 @ 7:40 PM EDT
Haha... Need to do some programming with a Rasberry Pi
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/IL5qMfwlyG
iwearthecrowns
Mar 30 @ 7:39 PM EDT
A2:
@mr_isaacs
Maybe a tool that would delete email based on my facial response to the content 😂
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:40 PM EDT
I was introduced to
@stackuplearning
chrome extension by
@SenorG
the other day - great app for tracking all reading online
#edtechbridge
MrsMurat
Mar 30 @ 7:40 PM EDT
@ohcanadatweet
My Ss did an app smackdown. Here are their recommendations:
https://t.co/cwDjAjxIFd
&
https://t.co/CTD3qDnyTY
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:40 PM EDT
.
@stackuplearning
extension:
https://t.co/OHe6obIuBs
Check it out!
#edtechbridge
JanHDillon
Mar 30 @ 7:40 PM EDT
@MrBourassaED
Google Apps For Education.
#EdTechBridge
ToddLaVogue
Mar 30 @ 7:41 PM EDT
A2: way to add content quickly from many sources
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/DcRmwox0uk
katyamuses
Mar 30 @ 7:16 PM EDT
Q2. What would you add to the software you rely on to help make your life easier?
#edtechbridge
MrsMurat
Mar 30 @ 7:41 PM EDT
@ohcanadatweet
SO on that!
#edtechbridge
BlueAppaloosa
Mar 30 @ 7:41 PM EDT
A5: training and Q&A support for sure. but not annoying "watch this hour long video" training
#edtechbridge
TaliaArbit
Mar 30 @ 7:41 PM EDT
Yikes! Sorry I'm late,
#EdTechBridge
. Happy to be here!
katyamuses
Mar 30 @ 7:41 PM EDT
@MrsMurat
@ohcanadatweet
Very cool!
#edtechbridge
MrBourassaED
Mar 30 @ 7:41 PM EDT
Funding, and willing admin to be open to the use of various tech in schools.
#EdTechBridge
BFlourishing
Mar 30 @ 7:41 PM EDT
A5: Training and then on going, differentiated support. By on going I mean virtually never ending... Literally
#edtechbridge
MrBourassaED
Mar 30 @ 7:41 PM EDT
A4: Funding, and willing admin to be open to the use of various tech in schools.
#EdTechBridge
technolibrary
Mar 30 @ 7:41 PM EDT
@katyamuses
a5: hard for teachers to beta test too often-distracts from goals sometimes
#EdTechBridge
JanHDillon
Mar 30 @ 7:42 PM EDT
I'm late in the game. What's the current Q?
#EdTechBridge
ToddLaVogue
Mar 30 @ 7:42 PM EDT
A3: put their product in front of the right group of beta testers
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/MzCZjY1j6V
katyamuses
Mar 30 @ 7:24 PM EDT
Q3. How can designers test if their productivity software is effective?
#edtechbridge
tfuhrman
Mar 30 @ 7:42 PM EDT
A5: Practice time that quickly becomes actual application time. Time is an indispensable resource (paired with enthusiasm).
#EdTechBridge
BlueAppaloosa
Mar 30 @ 7:42 PM EDT
A5: also being supportive of different approaches (i.e. don't assume everyone uses MS office)
#edtechbridge
JoelBSperanza
Mar 30 @ 7:42 PM EDT
I might put this here. My blogpost, "Why Edtech is not a thermomix".
https://t.co/AoDzxj3xKN
#EdTechBridge
MomOfAllCapes
Mar 30 @ 7:42 PM EDT
A5. Software must be compatible with old and new devices and consider the range of internet connectivity across districts
#edtechbridge
ohcanadatweet
Mar 30 @ 7:42 PM EDT
@MrsMurat
I'm using one fav ext to save your info you shared
@Pocket
Love it!
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/wn2mrnWqZ4
sophie_b84
Mar 30 @ 7:42 PM EDT
A5) Well schools need to pay attention more to the technology first, instead of buying textbooks all the time.
#edtechbridge
craigyen
Mar 30 @ 7:43 PM EDT
A5) For the software or tool not to be blocked... i.e. requiring a Twitter or Facebook login.
#EdTechBridge
BlueAppaloosa
Mar 30 @ 7:43 PM EDT
@MomOfAllCapes
yes, and not dependant on one particular OS either.
#edtechbridge
tfuhrman
Mar 30 @ 7:43 PM EDT
A5b: Continuity of service over multiple years is also key--no short-term commitments.
#EdTechBridge
ToddLaVogue
Mar 30 @ 7:43 PM EDT
A4: my district is goo goo over Google
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/HB24Sa7KZy
katyamuses
Mar 30 @ 7:32 PM EDT
Q4. What productivity software could your school/district not live without?
#edtechbridge
TaliaArbit
Mar 30 @ 7:43 PM EDT
A5: Schools must think about getting Ts onboarded with the tech and, even more so, what continual support looks like.
#EdTechBridge
MathDenisNJ
Mar 30 @ 7:43 PM EDT
A5: Ts need direct access to tech help desk. Many times they go through admin and the issue gets garbled.
#edtechbridge
MomOfAllCapes
Mar 30 @ 7:43 PM EDT
A5. UX is king! If it's clunky schools can't use it. Intuitive and simple and easy to implement
#edtechbridge
JanHDillon
Mar 30 @ 7:43 PM EDT
A5) PD needs to come before if possible.
#EdTechBridge
iwearthecrowns
Mar 30 @ 7:43 PM EDT
A2:
@mr_isaacs
or verbal response 😂
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:43 PM EDT
Q5. What kind of support do schools/districts require for the software to be used effectively? RT
#edtechbridge
MrsMurat
Mar 30 @ 7:44 PM EDT
Here's what happened in
#digcit
when my Ss did an app smackdown!
https://t.co/ZeA6pHSdI2
#edtechbridge
djsardine
Mar 30 @ 7:44 PM EDT
@sophie_b84
Can we add "or buying smartboards all the time?"
#EdTechBridge
JoelBSperanza
Mar 30 @ 7:44 PM EDT
@TaliaArbit
Definitely agree. An IT help desk is totally different to a digital pedagogy help desk.
#EdTechBridge
ohcanadatweet
Mar 30 @ 7:44 PM EDT
And you can use
#onetab
Chrome ext since we are chatting them up
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/nvcSGMTIDG
iwearthecrowns
Mar 30 @ 7:36 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
I like all my tabs open so I can revisit things I walked away from
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:44 PM EDT
A5: Teachers need to feel like the tech solves a problem for them in order to want / need to use it in first place
#edtechbridge
MomOfAllCapes
Mar 30 @ 7:44 PM EDT
@MathDenisNJ
good customer care is essential
#EdTechBridge
MrsMurat
Mar 30 @ 7:44 PM EDT
A5: Schools need training that doesn't cost a zillion dollars!!
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:44 PM EDT
A5: Effective PD is necessary - we spend way too much money on tech that we under utilize :(
#edtechbridge
BlueAppaloosa
Mar 30 @ 7:44 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
yes, very true. I hate requirements to use new stuff that just gets in my way.
#edtechbridge
craigyen
Mar 30 @ 7:45 PM EDT
It needs to be simple to use and a time saver. Perhaps make it easier to communicate / collaborate
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/FcjucdrTx7
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:44 PM EDT
A5: Teachers need to feel like the tech solves a problem for them in order to want / need to use it in first place
#edtechbridge
sophie_b84
Mar 30 @ 7:45 PM EDT
Mostly computers, but yes smartboards too
@dj
#edtechbridge
djsardine
Mar 30 @ 7:45 PM EDT
Well said. This is why we need to graduate away from email
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/86VoApW03L
oJaison
Mar 30 @ 7:44 PM EDT
"If your inbox is your to-do list, other people are in control of your priorities."
TaliaArbit
Mar 30 @ 7:45 PM EDT
@JoelBSperanza
, great point. I also find it helpful to have point people for each tool. No single person can know them all!
#EdTechBridge
MrsMurat
Mar 30 @ 7:45 PM EDT
A5: I'm not saying training shld be free, but if we r paying per student for a product, paying a ton 4training isn't feasible.
#edtechbridge
tfuhrman
Mar 30 @ 7:45 PM EDT
@MickShuran
How did I omit Forms?
#EdTechBridge
craigyen
Mar 30 @ 7:46 PM EDT
I'm a big fan of Forms!!!
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/Op1NkBHhB6
MickShuran
Mar 30 @ 7:44 PM EDT
I'm a big fan of Google Forms, really all of Google Drive, well really I'm just a big
@GoogleForEdu
fan!
#gafesummit
https://t.co/vdauyJDNZl
BFlourishing
Mar 30 @ 7:46 PM EDT
I am out early! Thanks
#edtechbridge
for reminding my why I need to get back on my Twitter game!
iwearthecrowns
Mar 30 @ 7:46 PM EDT
A3: How would they measure effectiveness? Short learning curve? Meeting user needs?
#Hmmm
#EdTechBridge
JoelBSperanza
Mar 30 @ 7:46 PM EDT
A5: A dedicated person to help staff with digital pedagogy. IT help and Digital Pedagogy help are very different things.
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:47 PM EDT
Where's
@jrochelle
tonight - so much love for
@googleforedu
- hope he and his team are basking in it :)
#edtechbridge
iwearthecrowns
Mar 30 @ 7:47 PM EDT
A3: Effective to some may be hated by others
#EdTechBridge
BcCotter
Mar 30 @ 7:47 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
A5. One that facilities continuous training, PD, ideas by Ts, Ss, and Ps for meeting personal and sch goals
#edtechbridge
mrsdaglian
Mar 30 @ 7:47 PM EDT
@craigyen
@mr_isaacs
just jumping into
#EdTechBridge
now! Yes- don't know a single teacher that doesn't need to save time!
katyamuses
Mar 30 @ 7:47 PM EDT
@MrsMurat
Makes sense. When should training be paid then?
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:47 PM EDT
@mrsdaglian
@craigyen
Welcome - glad you could join us!
#edtechbridge
russkahle
Mar 30 @ 7:47 PM EDT
@djsardine
Our tech team is going to switch to
@SlackHQ
#EdTechBridge
katyamuses
Mar 30 @ 7:48 PM EDT
Q6. What kind of data do school productivity tools produce? How do you analyze this data?
#edtechbridge
iwearthecrowns
Mar 30 @ 7:48 PM EDT
Heading into the tunnel- see you in NJ!
#EdTechBridge
LMurray_
Mar 30 @ 7:48 PM EDT
A5: So much PD is on using software and but need some on implementing it. How to use effectively.
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:48 PM EDT
RT Q6. What kind of data do school productivity tools produce? How do you analyze this data?
#edtechbridge
MrsMurat
Mar 30 @ 7:48 PM EDT
@katyamuses
I'm not saying it shouldn't be paid, when u are using tax payer $, u usually don't have as much as private sector.
#edtechbridge
karenvaites
Mar 30 @ 7:48 PM EDT
Happy Wednesday,
@mr_isaacs
! I'm in an out of
#EdTechBridge
around dinner time. 😀
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:48 PM EDT
A6: ooh, the data question...
#edtechbridge
BlueAppaloosa
Mar 30 @ 7:48 PM EDT
A6: no idea. be neat to see stats on grading time vs. prep time vs. other things
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:49 PM EDT
@karenvaites
mange mange (did I spell that right?)
#edtechbridge
craigyen
Mar 30 @ 7:49 PM EDT
Did you just use the D-word???
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/NMNlyljU44
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:48 PM EDT
A6: ooh, the data question...
#edtechbridge
tfuhrman
Mar 30 @ 7:49 PM EDT
A6: I like the summary produced by Google Forms responses.
#EdTechBridge
JoelBSperanza
Mar 30 @ 7:49 PM EDT
@BFlourishing
I fought to create the role in my school. IT helpdesk says "No". Digital Pedagogy guy says "Let's try it!"
#EdTechBridge
usetrain
Mar 30 @ 7:49 PM EDT
@MrsMurat
So agreed! We don't charge for training! Apps are so simple, yet powerful out of the box!
#EdTechBridge
MomOfAllCapes
Mar 30 @ 7:49 PM EDT
A6. Thanks to COPPA & FERPA not much...
#edtechbridge
mrsdaglian
Mar 30 @ 7:49 PM EDT
@JoelBSperanza
Lobe this but to add on, we Have to find the time to let that dedicated person meet with staff.
#EdTechBridge
KelzBoldt
Mar 30 @ 7:49 PM EDT
A5: I am on my own for finding new apps and using them in the classroom. maybe a 'blended or flipped learning specialist?
#EdTechBridge
LMurray_
Mar 30 @ 7:49 PM EDT
A6: Like data that helps inform instruction. How well are Ss grasping skills.
#EdTechBridge
katyamuses
Mar 30 @ 7:49 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
It's a good one! I'm all ears
#edtechbridge
rjclark72
Mar 30 @ 7:49 PM EDT
A5 Tech support needs to be differentiated. Manual/FAQs/chat doesn't work for all. Some people need face to face support
#edtechbridge
sophie_b84
Mar 30 @ 7:49 PM EDT
This was a great chat, I got to really feel the great comments! Im sorry but I have to leave! Good Night! See ya in DC!
@mr
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:49 PM EDT
@BcCotter
continuous and ongoing PD - so often the missing link!!!
#edtechbridge
BlueAppaloosa
Mar 30 @ 7:49 PM EDT
@JoelBSperanza
@BFlourishing
haha, I have had to fight with IT to get stuff done too. helps to have an ally.
#edtechbridge
teacher2teacher
Mar 30 @ 7:50 PM EDT
Any tips for Ts leery of using social media for the classroom? Let
@TrevorAThurman
know!
#T2T
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/aCBrf4AKgg
TaliaArbit
Mar 30 @ 7:50 PM EDT
Well said! District leaders: pay attention to this advice!
https://t.co/AOc2tzjeBM
#EdTechBridge
LMurray_
Mar 30 @ 7:48 PM EDT
A5: So much PD is on using software and but need some on implementing it. How to use effectively.
#EdTechBridge
craigyen
Mar 30 @ 7:50 PM EDT
A6) I'm not sure of all the data produced... We tend to analyze it when we have safety plans, etc. to establish.
#EdTechBridge
mrsdaglian
Mar 30 @ 7:50 PM EDT
@JoelBSperanza
AND give that dedicated person the TIME to meet with staff.
#EdTechBridge
usetrain
Mar 30 @ 7:50 PM EDT
@KelzBoldt
Check out
@LearnTrials
! Huge resource for finding that right app!
#EdTechBridge
ohcanadatweet
Mar 30 @ 7:50 PM EDT
Totally agree!
#EdTechBridge
@tfuhrman
https://t.co/clt5bg2p25
tfuhrman
Mar 30 @ 7:49 PM EDT
A6: I like the summary produced by Google Forms responses.
#EdTechBridge
MomOfAllCapes
Mar 30 @ 7:50 PM EDT
A6. Location/zip code data can be collected. Anything on Google analytics. This helps with matching resources hyper locally...
#edtechbridge
russkahle
Mar 30 @ 7:50 PM EDT
A6: We are going to pilot
@Seesaw
for schools and track parent engagement
#EdTechBridge
JoelBSperanza
Mar 30 @ 7:50 PM EDT
@BlueAppaloosa
@BFlourishing
The best way to keep computers working is to ensure nobody uses them. It's a sad fact but true.
#EdTechBridge
craigyen
Mar 30 @ 7:51 PM EDT
Thanks for letting me slip on by today. Need to drop out a little early
#dojochat
#EdTechBridge
MrsMurat
Mar 30 @ 7:51 PM EDT
@usetrain
We had a company tell us that it would be $50K annually for product, training was another $25K. I just laughed.
#edtechbridge
karenvaites
Mar 30 @ 7:51 PM EDT
In my house tonight it was more like leftovers leftovers!
#AliceIsNotPicky
@mr_isaacs
#edtechbridge
BlueAppaloosa
Mar 30 @ 7:51 PM EDT
@KelzBoldt
think there are some good websites out there for blended/flipped learning.
#edtechbridge
ohcanadatweet
Mar 30 @ 7:51 PM EDT
A6 using digital tools with formative assessment, data collected could be very helpful for Ts/Ss
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tfuhrman
Mar 30 @ 7:51 PM EDT
A6b: I also like how Google Calendar can send location-based alerts and organize features of meetings and invite via gmail.
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JanHDillon
Mar 30 @ 7:51 PM EDT
@rjclark72
flexibility..1:1, small group, online self paced modules.
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:51 PM EDT
@karenvaites
leftovers in front of the TV :)
#edtechbridge
MrsMurat
Mar 30 @ 7:51 PM EDT
@BFlourishing
I am the tech integrator for the HS and that is one of my jobs. I love being able to do that!
#edtechbridge
LMurray_
Mar 30 @ 7:52 PM EDT
@russkahle
I absolutely love
@Seesaw
. Do you follow
@MrsGadtke
?
#EdTechBridge
usetrain
Mar 30 @ 7:52 PM EDT
@MrsMurat
Wow! Holy wow!
#EdTechBridge
JoelBSperanza
Mar 30 @ 7:52 PM EDT
@mrsdaglian
thankfully they gave me some time. I manufacture more time by creating individualised video help for people.
#EdTechBridge
BlueAppaloosa
Mar 30 @ 7:52 PM EDT
@JoelBSperanza
@BFlourishing
yep, and only install "big name" software. none of this scary F/OSS stuff.
#edtechbridge
MrsMurat
Mar 30 @ 7:52 PM EDT
@BFlourishing
We also have a student tech team that is there to push into classes and trouble shoot.
#edtechbridge
KelzBoldt
Mar 30 @ 7:52 PM EDT
@BlueAppaloosa
yes, all great info, implementing is not always as easy!
#EdTechBridge
MrsMurat
Mar 30 @ 7:52 PM EDT
@JoelBSperanza
@BlueAppaloosa
@BFlourishing
A little piece of me just died inside.
#edtechbridge
usetrain
Mar 30 @ 7:53 PM EDT
@ohcanadatweet
Check us out:
https://t.co/KwpzZzZnwg
#EdTechBridge
realtime data, realtime analysis. In your hands. 👍
BcCotter
Mar 30 @ 7:53 PM EDT
@teacher2teacher
@TrevorAThurman
@ThatsWightman
Yes. Don't be ignorant to 21st century discourse and creative engagement
#edtechbridge
Ms_PFlynn
Mar 30 @ 7:53 PM EDT
Try
https://t.co/oUiHABZK0P
Same concept with members being who you choose.
#T2T
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/XBYOQOrHiP
teacher2teacher
Mar 30 @ 7:50 PM EDT
Any tips for Ts leery of using social media for the classroom? Let
@TrevorAThurman
know!
#T2T
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/aCBrf4AKgg
KelzBoldt
Mar 30 @ 7:53 PM EDT
@MrsMurat
@BFlourishing
I would love that job!
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:53 PM EDT
How's this for an
#edtechbridge
profile - We didn't like how learning online didn't count for anything. So we fixed it.
@ThaNickOfTime
:)
LMurray_
Mar 30 @ 7:53 PM EDT
A6: I like Mastery Connect. It helps me pull groups and focus instruction on skills my Ss need.
#EdTechBridge
MrsMurat
Mar 30 @ 7:54 PM EDT
@usetrain
Right!Not sure they totally understand the whole public sector vs. private sector thing. We rn't the nat'l govt! ;)~
#edtechbridge
JanHDillon
Mar 30 @ 7:54 PM EDT
@KelzBoldt
@BlueAppaloosa
the best way is to model in PD. Teach teachers, not the tool.
#EdTechBridge
BlueAppaloosa
Mar 30 @ 7:54 PM EDT
@KelzBoldt
check
https://t.co/WcMeOAYds9
and
https://t.co/u5G5vrQzaU
#EdTechBridge
katyamuses
Mar 30 @ 7:54 PM EDT
This was a good chat for lurking for me tonight. Lots to learn
#edtechbridge
ToddLaVogue
Mar 30 @ 7:54 PM EDT
A5: we need pd point 4 recertification/software PD training available
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/dDFeRIXg96
katyamuses
Mar 30 @ 7:40 PM EDT
Q5. What kind of support do schools/districts require for the software to be used effectively?
#edtechbridge
ohcanadatweet
Mar 30 @ 7:54 PM EDT
Me looking for the last question
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/osZ82Yyut2
MrsMurat
Mar 30 @ 7:54 PM EDT
@KelzBoldt
@BFlourishing
I can only do it part time, but seems to be helpful to those that are willing to explore new things.
#edtechbridge
russkahle
Mar 30 @ 7:54 PM EDT
@KelzBoldt
That's why we have Twitter! You're never alone when you are connected!
#EdTechBridge
LMurray_
Mar 30 @ 7:54 PM EDT
@russkahle
@MrsGadtke
has done PD in PJs on
@Seesaw
and I have learned so many new ways to use it. She's awesome.
#EdTechBridge
BcCotter
Mar 30 @ 7:55 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
True. Many times dropped in educators lap, and left to chance. Sad
#edtechbridge
ohcanadatweet
Mar 30 @ 7:55 PM EDT
Thanks to you all!!
#EdTechBridge
chat was awesome!!
https://t.co/5ek81WTVOf
russkahle
Mar 30 @ 7:55 PM EDT
@JoelBSperanza
@BFlourishing
Such an important role. Having tech is not the same as using tech. Especially in the classroom
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:55 PM EDT
@ThaNickOfTime
Glad to see you are in Denver. Hopefully we can connect at
#ISTE16
#edtechbridge
Keep up great
@stackupreport
work
katyamuses
Mar 30 @ 7:55 PM EDT
@ohcanadatweet
lol
#edtechbridge
BFlourishing
Mar 30 @ 7:55 PM EDT
@MrsMurat
@KelzBoldt
That gives me hope! When I return from my sabbatical it's truly going to be
#GameOn
#EdTechBridge
usetrain
Mar 30 @ 7:55 PM EDT
A6) We produce realtime data / analysis for literally anything u want 2 collect. Most use for
#pbis
programs or documentation.
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 30 @ 7:56 PM EDT
Q7. OUTRO: Name, role, location and a topic you'd like to discuss next time on
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:56 PM EDT
Time flies!
#edtechbridge
https://t.co/uTciWR37la
katyamuses
Mar 30 @ 7:56 PM EDT
Q7. OUTRO: Name, role, location and a topic you'd like to discuss next time on
#edtechbridge
BlueAppaloosa
Mar 30 @ 7:56 PM EDT
@KelzBoldt
@MrsMurat
@BFlourishing
me too! I think :)
#EdTechBridge
MrsMurat
Mar 30 @ 7:56 PM EDT
@BFlourishing
@KelzBoldt
You don't need a title to be a leader. Take the bull by the horns!
#edtechbridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:57 PM EDT
Steve, facilitator, game design and development, NJ - love when the chat topics come from our awesome community!
#edtechbridge
usetrain
Mar 30 @ 7:57 PM EDT
A6) and are moving into scoring of tiles, which will lead to deeper
#PredictiveAnalytics
. Also each dashboard is custom to u
#edtechbridge
tavo_ucatolica
Mar 30 @ 7:57 PM EDT
Increase Your foIIowers⇒
https://t.co/J6cZKBb5oC
#arwx
Mid-90s
#Team425
#HoyNoCircula
Empire Wendy Bell
#EdTechBridge
Wheel of Fortune
MrsMurat
Mar 30 @ 7:57 PM EDT
@mr_isaacs
Especially when you lose track of time and join at 7:30! LOL!
#edtechbridge
tavo_ucatolica
Mar 30 @ 7:57 PM EDT
Increase Your foIIowers⇒
https://t.co/9eVHmxcG1c
#arwx
Mid-90s
#Team425
#HoyNoCircula
Empire Wendy Bell
#EdTechBridge
Wheel of Fortune
LMurray_
Mar 30 @ 7:57 PM EDT
@russkahle
Here's the link to the recordings.
https://t.co/qikypfnhi9
#EdTechBridge
djsardine
Mar 30 @ 7:57 PM EDT
A7: Alex, Tech Teacher/Curriculum Director/ LA / Equity in design + Seeing past your designer biases
#EdTechBridge
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:57 PM EDT
Thanks everyone for yet another awesome chat. As always, so appreciative of this community!
#edtechbridge
katyamuses
Mar 30 @ 7:57 PM EDT
OUTRO: Katya, ux researcher, NYC, thanks for a good chat! Learned a lot!
#edtechbridge
MrsMurat
Mar 30 @ 7:58 PM EDT
@KelzBoldt
We do PBL all year. You?
#edtechbridge
KelzBoldt
Mar 30 @ 7:58 PM EDT
@russkahle
can I like this more than once?? So true
#EdTechBridge
BlueAppaloosa
Mar 30 @ 7:58 PM EDT
A7: Blue Appaloosa / adjunct, game and web development / thanks for some neat new things to look at
#EdTechBridge
JoelBSperanza
Mar 30 @ 7:59 PM EDT
@mrsdaglian
This was a video I made when people told me they didn't have time to flip their classroom.
https://t.co/pPeoyQXuGb
#EdTechBridge
mrsdaglian
Mar 30 @ 7:59 PM EDT
Man, I was just getting into it! Vicki, Nj, Tech Specialist. I'd love to talk more about integrating computer science.
#edtechbridge
MomOfAllCapes
Mar 30 @ 7:59 PM EDT
Such an awesome convo tonight... Thanks guys. Yay
#edtechbridge
!
https://t.co/5ZPfvWmJWI
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:59 PM EDT
@mrsdaglian
join us next week. Same bat time. Same bat channel!
#edtechbridge
ToddLaVogue
Mar 30 @ 7:59 PM EDT
A6: too much data/that's what kind/I use it to differentiate instruction
#EdTechBridge
https://t.co/zAZsa7eHvB
katyamuses
Mar 30 @ 7:48 PM EDT
Q6. What kind of data do school productivity tools produce? How do you analyze this data?
#edtechbridge
Kodedrapaboy
Mar 30 @ 7:59 PM EDT
Increase Your foIIowers⇒
https://t.co/KYq23pbw7Q
#SignsYoureABernieSupporter
#EdTechBridge
#HoyNoCircula
#dfwwx
Amber Ramirez
mr_isaacs
- Moderator
Mar 30 @ 7:59 PM EDT
@MomOfAllCapes
Yay!!!
#edtechbridge
KelzBoldt
Mar 30 @ 7:59 PM EDT
@BFlourishing
@MrsMurat
I literally scour twitter every night for ideas and teach myself. It can be done!
#EdTechBridge