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participatechat Jul 23 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Participate in the upcoming #txeduchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/sfhR2MP7X5

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #txeduchat!

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Shout Outs! #txeduchat

MsMCollier Jul 23 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Can't wait to talk Coding & Robotics tonight at the #txeduchat #STEMedu #Robotics #coding #road2code #elmedu #

txeduchat - Moderator Jul 23 @ 5:52 PM EDT

Tonight's #txeduchat (7/23, 8 pm) is Leigh Ann Howard (@lah0027) on Integrating Coding/Robotics into the Classroom. Looking forward to it!

PeggySemingson Jul 23 @ 9:01 PM EDT

I am an associate professor of Literacy Studies at @utarlington. I help moderate #txeduchat on Sundays! I am a #techevangelist! :)

Isham_Literacy Jul 23 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Evening #txeduchat ! Kimberly from north TX listening in tonight.

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Hi All!! I am Leigh Ann Howard, a Digital Learning Coach @Coppellisd @coppelldlc #txeduchat

txeduchat - Moderator Jul 23 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Retweeting! Please introduce yourself! #txeduchat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Shout Outs! #txeduchat

lm4kids Jul 23 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Liz from Coppell. Excited to be here tonight! #txeduchat

SamJKNeal Jul 23 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Sam Neal, Digital Learning Coach checking in from Coppell ISD! #txeduchat

MsMCollier Jul 23 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Joining #txeduchat from Dallas! Third grade T & Coding/Robotics coach for elementary Ss!

In reply to @lah0027

MrsCrossESE Jul 23 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Elementary teacher from Mansfield moving to San Antonio, TX! Coding is my jam! #txeduchat

krsilvestri Jul 23 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hello everyone! I am a first grade educator in Coppell Isd! #txeduchat #cisdproud

PeggySemingson Jul 23 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Check out the video we made with some of the digital learning coaches from @coppellisd and @utarlington! https://t.co/4MnorLiIO4 #txeduchat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Hi All!! I am Leigh Ann Howard, a Digital Learning Coach @Coppellisd @coppelldlc #txeduchat

soleilroper Jul 23 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hi! Soleil Roper, teacher from Texas. Glad to be here! #txeduchat

TopbasMejia Jul 23 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Hi everyone! This is Emel from Washington Heights in New York. #txeduchat

TechTeacherLiv Jul 23 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Olivia from Katy, TX #txeduchat

HiltonCooper Jul 23 @ 9:03 PM EDT

#TxEduChat Hey folks! I'm an elementary Principal from @gowilsonrangers in Coppell, TX. Excited about robotics/coding in elementary setting!

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Shout Outs! #txeduchat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:04 PM EDT

For the chat tonight… #txeduchat

TXLegoEd Jul 23 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Hello! Andrea from Plano ISD. Excited to learn with you all tonight. #txeduchat

mary_pruitt Jul 23 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Mary from Coppell #TxEduChat

myakSTEM Jul 23 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Hi. Im Mike from Coppell. #txeduchat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Question 1 is on the way! #txeduchat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Thanks for joining the chat! @Coppellisd #txeduchat

HiltonCooper Jul 23 @ 9:03 PM EDT
#TxEduChat Hey folks! I'm an elementary Principal from @gowilsonrangers in Coppell, TX. Excited about robotics/coding in elementary setting!
- lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:01 PM EDT
  
  Shout Outs! #txeduchat

Isham_Literacy Jul 23 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Several Coppell people in #txeduchat tonight!

kkclink Jul 23 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Hi Everyone! This is Karen. 5th grade teacher at @gowilsonrangers #TxEduChat

lm4kids Jul 23 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Hi! @lah0027 Thanks for moderating tonight! #txeduchat

In reply to @lah0027, @lah0027

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Here is question 1: #txeduchat

malynn_r Jul 23 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Hey #txeduchat I'm an elementary principal from Katy ISD. Glad to be with you.

gunnels5G Jul 23 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Hi, I'm Carol, Elementary STEAM and Innovation Specialist from NE Texas listening in tonight. #txeduchat

AlexVKluge Jul 23 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Alex, 𝘓𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦 software engineer and sometimes educator, so I well understand the interplay between CS and education. #TxEduChat

crystaslaughter Jul 23 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Crystal, ITC from Malden, MO #txeduchat

jparker6 Jul 23 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Hi there! I'm Jaime Parker, a school librarian from Coppell. #txeduchat

MsMCollier Jul 23 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Seeing lots of @Plano_Schools & @Coppellisd in the #txeduchat tonight! I ❤️that North Texas Representation! 👏🏻👏🏻 I'm from @RichardsonISD

nnekamcgee Jul 23 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Nneka from Texas #txeduchat! Happy to join tonight.

ywilliams1120 Jul 23 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Yolanda Williams, Elementary Academic Specialist #excited #TxEduChat

BarbaraGruener Jul 23 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Hey #txeduchat from Barbara in Friendswood ISD, school counselor and author of What's Under Your Cape? Eager to chat for a bit.

Isham_Literacy Jul 23 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1 No, I am new to #coding & #robotics . My son is on the robotics team in HS. That's as close as I've come. #txeduchat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Here is question 1: #txeduchat

soleilroper Jul 23 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1: I have not used coding or robotics, but highly interested this year #txeduchat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:07 PM EDT

There has not been 1 class that I have pushed into that the Ls didn’t love learning with robots and coding! #txeduchat @TCETexans @VRE_STARS

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Here is question 1: #txeduchat

dollarchampagne Jul 23 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Hi everyone! Monica Champagne-Digital Learning Coach @coppelldlc #txeduchat

MatlockWilson4 Jul 23 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Kelly - 4th grade educator - Coppell #txeduchat

TXLegoEd Jul 23 @ 9:08 PM EDT

I have used both in my classroom and around school. Started a #FLL team this year w/3rd and 4th graders. #txeduchat

txeduchat - Moderator Jul 23 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Great to see all the @Coppellisd folks on here! #txeduchat

dollarchampagne Jul 23 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Hi everyone! Monica Champagne-Digital Learning Coach @coppelldlc #txeduchat

krsilvestri Jul 23 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1: I use robotics with my first graders and I love how it enables me to spark excitement and curiosity #txeduchat

MsMCollier Jul 23 @ 9:08 PM EDT

YES!!! My students wanted to know more. Hear their reaction and love at the end of our Botball video! https://t.co/wlAzSojnNF #txeduchat

In reply to @lah0027

HiltonCooper Jul 23 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1 The reaction is overwhelmingly excited. Favorite part is how learners are unafraid to take risks & make mistakes when coding. #TxEduChat

elena_SF_CA Jul 23 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Elena, from SF Bay Area, arriving a bit late to the party 🎉 #txeduchat

nnekamcgee Jul 23 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1: I have tried coding + robotics in the classroom. First, Ss want to get right to it, but they soon learn a process is involved #txeduchat

TXLegoEd Jul 23 @ 9:09 PM EDT

K/1st graders learned to code used robotics and hour of code. #legoeducation #wedo2.0 #txeduchat

TopbasMejia Jul 23 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1: I haven't tried robotics or coding in my HS classroom yet. Would love to try it though. Here to learn how to begin. #txeduchat

HiltonCooper Jul 23 @ 9:09 PM EDT

I love that you're still diving right in! #TxEduChat My favorite part is that learners do the hard work and will show you how to do it!

In reply to @Isham_Literacy

MrsCrossESE Jul 23 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1: I've used coding & robots in my classroom for the past 3 years! My 2nd & 3rd graders LOVE coding & run into class each day! #txeduchat

iteach4success Jul 23 @ 9:09 PM EDT

6th Math: Houston, TX #txeduchat

gunnels5G Jul 23 @ 9:09 PM EDT

We use @codeorg #hourofcode @VEXRobotics and our kids LOVE it! #txeduchat

TechTeacherLiv Jul 23 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1: we've used the finch robot and I've started a coding club using @GoogleCSFirst #txeduchat

HTXTeach Jul 23 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Aaron Harris from Houston. #txeduchat

In reply to @lah0027

MatlockWilson4 Jul 23 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1: tried co-teaching coding with help of tech coach, not yet on my own; explored robotics in camp setting only #txeduchat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:10 PM EDT

@codeorg is a great place to start! #txeduchat

TopbasMejia Jul 23 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1: I haven't tried robotics or coding in my HS classroom yet. Would love to try it though. Here to learn how to begin. #txeduchat

Isham_Literacy Jul 23 @ 9:10 PM EDT

We have a #coding club twice a week for Ss who come in early to work on https://t.co/Qy8krGpGnP #txeduchat

In reply to @HiltonCooper

lm4kids Jul 23 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1 L's are excited, engaged, driven, awed, motivated...and sometimes frustrated. (Just like me 😜) #txeduchat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Question 2: #txeduchat

PresidentPat Jul 23 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Hey yall! Patrick, teaching DC. #txeduchat

dollarchampagne Jul 23 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1: Yes, both! They were so excited. The enthusiasm spread to several other classrooms on campus. #txeduchat

elena_SF_CA Jul 23 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1: I've introduced coding as part of a #STEAM rotation & it's always a favorite. Would love to add robotics to my #MakerSpace #txeduchat

TXLegoEd Jul 23 @ 9:11 PM EDT

So exciting! There are a ton of great resources out there too. Gonna follow you so we can connect. #txeduchat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:09 PM EDT

I will be coaching a #FLL team this year too!

txeduchat - Moderator Jul 23 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Getting mentoring support is a great way to get started! #txeduchat

MatlockWilson4 Jul 23 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1: tried co-teaching coding with help of tech coach, not yet on my own; explored robotics in camp setting only #txeduchat

HiltonCooper Jul 23 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Makes me so proud to see so many @gowilsonrangers educators participating in tonight's chat! #WilsonWay #DontStopLearning #TxEduChat

BarbaraGruener Jul 23 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1: We have a robotics team at our school and our Ss have done some coding in our Collaboratory; they LOVE using our Sphero! #txeduchat

Isham_Literacy Jul 23 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Hey @gunnels5G ! Glad you made it! #txeduchat

In reply to @gunnels5G, @codeorg, @VEXRobotics, @gunnels5G

PresidentPat Jul 23 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1: I haven't because ppl say 1st graders are too young. #txeduchat

mary_pruitt Jul 23 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Ms. Silvestri's learners are pros with the beebots 🐝🤖 #txeduchat

krsilvestri Jul 23 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1: I use robotics with my first graders and I love how it enables me to spark excitement and curiosity #txeduchat

txeduchat - Moderator Jul 23 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Great to see knowledge and enthusiasm go viral! #txeduchat

dollarchampagne Jul 23 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1: Yes, both! They were so excited. The enthusiasm spread to several other classrooms on campus. #txeduchat

kkclink Jul 23 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1 I've not taught coding but I've watched @AngelaSmyers teach it and seen the excitement as kids master it #TxEduChat

SamJKNeal Jul 23 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1 my journey in #coding and #robotics is only just beginning, but I'm eager and excited to learn! #txeduchat

lm4kids Jul 23 @ 9:12 PM EDT

So true! It's the adults that are afraid...but they get over it quickly because robotics is FUN! #txeduchat

HiltonCooper Jul 23 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1 The reaction is overwhelmingly excited. Favorite part is how learners are unafraid to take risks & make mistakes when coding. #TxEduChat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2: There have been so many great activities! Hard to narrow down, but @codeorg and @scratch are my go-to’s! #txeduchat

thinkLawUS Jul 23 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Hello #txeduchat! @ColinESeale here for #thinkLaw where we help Ts teach #criticalthinking using real-life legal cases!

MsMCollier Jul 23 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Teaching the STEM behind the code and robotics MATTERS! We also focus on collaboration. #txeduchat #STEM #elmedu

In reply to @nnekamcgee

malynn_r Jul 23 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1) Coding w/ our tech club grades 3-5. Kids are naturals and have no fear. #txeduchat

jparker6 Jul 23 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A1: I've had coding clubs and groups. Students are always so excited and engaged and always eager to learn more. #txeduchat

ywilliams1120 Jul 23 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A1: I have experienced coteaching both; Ls enjoyed it all! #txeduchat

MatlockWilson4 Jul 23 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A2: dabbled in Lego Mindstorms in camp settings - so fun and learners were able to pick up easily! #txeduchat

HiltonCooper Jul 23 @ 9:13 PM EDT

This person right here (@lm4kids )... She's a PRO at facilitating robotics experiences for educators! #RoboticsYoda #TXEduChat

lm4kids Jul 23 @ 9:12 PM EDT
So true! It's the adults that are afraid...but they get over it quickly because robotics is FUN! #txeduchat
- HiltonCooper Jul 23 @ 9:08 PM EDT
  
  A1 The reaction is overwhelmingly excited. Favorite part is how learners are unafraid to take risks & make mistakes when coding. #TxEduChat

BarbaraGruener Jul 23 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A1b: We're starting a coding club at school this year. Love this idea for coding using a Twister mat. https://t.co/s9IFXV5af3 #txeduchat

elena_SF_CA Jul 23 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A2: Love Hour of Code. I didn't realize how much my students would enjoy these challenges & achieving the goals set for them. #txeduchat

lm4kids Jul 23 @ 9:13 PM EDT

So true...lots of activities with and w/o robots to help L's understand what coding really is. #txeduchat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:10 PM EDT
@codeorg is a great place to start! #txeduchat
- TopbasMejia Jul 23 @ 9:09 PM EDT
  
  A1: I haven't tried robotics or coding in my HS classroom yet. Would love to try it though. Here to learn how to begin. #txeduchat

iteach4success Jul 23 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A1: I plan on implementing coding and robotics this year! #txeduchat

nnekamcgee Jul 23 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2: There's nothing like that first time the Ss use their code to make robots move. #txeduchat

HiltonCooper Jul 23 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Couldn't agree more. One of my favorite things is giving kids the tools and saying, "What do you think you can create?" #TXEduChat

In reply to @heartinlife

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:14 PM EDT

I am seeing a lot of “my Ls LOVE #coding #robotics.” That rocks!! #txeduchat

matthew_arend Jul 23 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Be sure to loop in @SOC54. He is the FLL coach of #SiglerNation growing FLL from one team to four in just our 1st year. #txeduchat @TXLegoEd

In reply to @lah0027, @SOC54, @TXLegoEd

JulianaTDotson Jul 23 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Hi everyone! @JulianaTDotson - 10th grade English In Fort Bend. #txeduchat #edt5335

In reply to @lah0027, @JulianaTDotson

txeduchat - Moderator Jul 23 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Be sure to follow others in the chat! #txeduchat

Isham_Literacy Jul 23 @ 9:15 PM EDT

I may have to rework my schedule to include that! #txeduchat

In reply to @gunnels5G, @codeorg, @VEXRobotics, @RLConf

TechTeacherLiv Jul 23 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Using @scratch to code the finch out of a lego maze. Or the story telling we did with cs first! #txeduchat

myakSTEM Jul 23 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A1 I use both in my class. My Ls are all over the place @ the start. They eventually like the creativity. #txeduchat

HiltonCooper Jul 23 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2 Hard 2 narrow it down -Anything that puts kids in the driver's seat & allows them 2 create, design, build, and solve problems! #TxEduChat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Question 2: #txeduchat

lm4kids Jul 23 @ 9:15 PM EDT

I started an FLL team a couple of years ago. So. Much. Fun. #txeduchat

In reply to @TXLegoEd

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Question 3: #txeduchat

catydear Jul 23 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A1: I have many students taking robotics and coding classes, but I don't know how to incorporate them into an ELA class #txeduchat

HiltonCooper Jul 23 @ 9:16 PM EDT

OR... the first time educators use robotics and see the reaction in their learners! #TXEduChat

In reply to @nnekamcgee

txeduchat - Moderator Jul 23 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Reposting Q3 for #txeduchat!

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Question 3: #txeduchat

MrsCrossESE Jul 23 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2: Our favorite coding activity is coding our class robot Dash to play basketball!! #txeduchat #CrossCoders

MrsCrossESE Feb 24 @ 5:07 PM EST

My 2nd graders learned how to code Dash to play basketball!! "We do the best activities in your class, Mrs Cross!" 🙂 #CrossCoders

elena_SF_CA Jul 23 @ 9:16 PM EDT

These beebots sounds like something that would 🐝right up my alley as I'm creating a school garden & we study bees! #txeduchat

In reply to @mary_pruitt

willmelbye Jul 23 @ 9:16 PM EDT

We will intro code to the future this year. Anxious about the implementation but excited for kids!! #txeduchat

myakSTEM Jul 23 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2. My favorite are the projects. They get to show off their creativity. I have 9-12, so I don't have 1 favorite #txeduchat

thinkLawUS Jul 23 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A1: Coding is fun for Ss but the #designthinking to learn what to code and what problem you're solving is far more important! #txeduchat

Isham_Literacy Jul 23 @ 9:17 PM EDT

I'm with you! #txeduchat

In reply to @catydear

TXLegoEd Jul 23 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2- I like 2 read a book 2 Ss & then stop & have them create to solve the problem. U can use both robotics or coding 2 solve. #txeduchat

Hahne_KingEle Jul 23 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Checking in late. Elyse from dfw but teaching in katy. Special ed, behavior support teacher & PBIS facilitator #txeduchat

JulianaTDotson Jul 23 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Same here. #edt5335 #txeduchat

In reply to @catydear

krsilvestri Jul 23 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2: We like to use 🐝bots during literacy and math stations! #txeduchat #integration

mary_pruitt Jul 23 @ 9:11 PM EDT
Ms. Silvestri's learners are pros with the beebots 🐝🤖 #txeduchat
- krsilvestri Jul 23 @ 9:08 PM EDT
  
  A1: I use robotics with my first graders and I love how it enables me to spark excitement and curiosity #txeduchat

matthew_arend Jul 23 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Hey @SOC54 this #txeduchat has ur name written all over it!

txeduchat - Moderator Jul 23 @ 9:16 PM EDT
Reposting Q3 for #txeduchat!
- lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:16 PM EDT
  
  Question 3: #txeduchat

TopbasMejia Jul 23 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Great question. I've been thinking of ways to incorporate it in high school ELA classes. #txeduchat

In reply to @catydear

MatlockWilson4 Jul 23 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A3: so many 21st century skill growth opportunities - problem solving, critical thinking, collaboration! #txeduchat

catydear Jul 23 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2: One of my students did a PBL during "the hour of code," teaching elementary kids how to do it. Really cool! #txeduchat

TXLegoEd Jul 23 @ 9:18 PM EDT

I just ordered these. Excited to try them out. #txeduchat

In reply to @krsilvestri

kkclink Jul 23 @ 9:18 PM EDT

I would love to hear ideas how to make this happen. #txeduchat

catydear Jul 23 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A1: I have many students taking robotics and coding classes, but I don't know how to incorporate them into an ELA class #txeduchat

MsMCollier Jul 23 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Q2: #TXEDUCHAT "Be The Robot" - 1S is the programmer & 1S is the robot - they act out the exact details needed to write their code.

In reply to @lah0027

JulianaTDotson Jul 23 @ 9:18 PM EDT

That is amazing! #edt5335 #txeduchat

In reply to @MrsCrossESE

thinkLawUS Jul 23 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Yes @MsMCollier! Collaboration is one of the most important 21st century skills! #txeduchat

MsMCollier Jul 23 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Teaching the STEM behind the code and robotics MATTERS! We also focus on collaboration. #txeduchat #STEM #elmedu
In reply to @nnekamcgee

lm4kids Jul 23 @ 9:19 PM EDT

I don't know about that, but I sure have fun! So cool to see the excitement on EDUCATORS faces when they are "playing" w/robots. #txeduchat

In reply to @HiltonCooper

HiltonCooper Jul 23 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2 Facilitates computational and sequence thinking... but more importantly, promotes problem-solving and collaboration w/ peers! #TxEduChat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:19 PM EDT

We use @scratch and @ScratchJr to code story summaries #txeduchat

kkclink Jul 23 @ 9:18 PM EDT
I would love to hear ideas how to make this happen. #txeduchat
- catydear Jul 23 @ 9:16 PM EDT
  
  A1: I have many students taking robotics and coding classes, but I don't know how to incorporate them into an ELA class #txeduchat

HiltonCooper Jul 23 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A3 Facilitates computational and sequence thinking... but more importantly, promotes problem-solving and collaboration w/ peers! #TxEduChat

Hahne_KingEle Jul 23 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A1 I've tried robotics/coding on a professional level. My students have shown me code that they understand. #TxEduChat

mary_pruitt Jul 23 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Definitely! Perhaps your learners could code their bees to move around a garden map! #txeduchat

elena_SF_CA Jul 23 @ 9:16 PM EDT

These beebots sounds like something that would 🐝right up my alley as I'm creating a school garden & we study bees! #txeduchat
In reply to @mary_pruitt

massignmenthelp Jul 23 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Tips for Living with Roommate in College Life https://t.co/hcwv4xiJ7l #probchat #txeduchat

AssignmentHelpN Jul 23 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A Writer’s Guide to Difference Between Editing and Proofreading https://t.co/wq0uN2NDPQ #probchat #txeduchat

myakSTEM Jul 23 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A3 Ls get better at being specific in their problem solving. They can't make assumptions or skip things. #txeduchat

SOC54 Jul 23 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Loop away anything FLL RoadRunnerRobotics! @TXLegoEd @matthew_arend @lah0027 #txeduchat

matthew_arend Jul 23 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Be sure to loop in @SOC54. He is the FLL coach of #SiglerNation growing FLL from one team to four in just our 1st year. #txeduchat @TXLegoEd
In reply to @lah0027, @SOC54, @TXLegoEd

ywilliams1120 Jul 23 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A3: Coding/Robotics support the 4Cs; problem solving skills improve drastically #txeduchat

txeduchat - Moderator Jul 23 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Great ideas! #txeduchat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:19 PM EDT
We use @scratch and @ScratchJr to code story summaries #txeduchat
- kkclink Jul 23 @ 9:18 PM EDT
  
  I would love to hear ideas how to make this happen. #txeduchat
  
  catydear Jul 23 @ 9:16 PM EDT
  
  A1: I have many students taking robotics and coding classes, but I don't know how to incorporate them into an ELA class #txeduchat

elena_SF_CA Jul 23 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Maybe a first step would be to reach out to the robotics or coding teachers at your school. I can imagine sci-fi connections...? #txeduchat

In reply to @catydear

Hahne_KingEle Jul 23 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2 I'm really interested in coding and robotics for my students this year. They're great on games & I think it'll be successful. #TxEduChat

nnekamcgee Jul 23 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A3: The Four Cs big time...soft skills for the 21st Century. #txeduchat

jparker6 Jul 23 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2: I've used @codeorg with students in the past. Most recently learned about Lego Mindstorms @gowilsonrangers robotics camp. #txeduchat

MrsCrossESE Jul 23 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A3: coding enables critical thinking through trial & errror and collaboration. When something fails, they're eager to try again #txeduchat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Question 4 is here! https://t.co/mBgSJsaqFT #txeduchat

gunnels5G Jul 23 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A2 my fave this year was when Ss worked w #LEGOwedo from the grant we got from our #cmeducationfoundation #txeduchat

Hahne_KingEle Jul 23 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3 Students are problem solvers and seek ways to find a new way, avenue, or solution. #TxEduChat

dollarchampagne Jul 23 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3 Coding teaches analytical and problem solving, but I really enjoy seeing the emergence of persistence to overcome obstacles. #txEduchat

TXLegoEd Jul 23 @ 9:22 PM EDT

YES!! This is a skill that all Ss have to understand.I even have Ts that come in to build and solve problems. #everyonelearns #txeduchat

In reply to @myakSTEM

TechTeacherLiv Jul 23 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3: They are more excited about trying different tactics when problem solving. #txeduchat

txeduchat - Moderator Jul 23 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Reposting Q4 for #txeduchat!

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Question 4 is here! https://t.co/mBgSJsaqFT #txeduchat

myakSTEM Jul 23 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Check out Getting Started with Coding. Look up Everyone Can Code in the iBook Store. Free stuff for k-2 and 3-5 #txeduchat

In reply to @PresidentPat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A4: the more I study the CS standards, I see so many similarities between them and the grade level specific TEKS #txeduchat

txeduchat - Moderator Jul 23 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Thanks for the resource/reference/book rec.! #txeduchat

myakSTEM Jul 23 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Check out Getting Started with Coding. Look up Everyone Can Code in the iBook Store. Free stuff for k-2 and 3-5 #txeduchat
In reply to @PresidentPat

MsMCollier Jul 23 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Q3: #txeduchat - Ts can't just give the answers. Ss design the tasks, question & discuss options, & collaborate to solve. #coding_skills

In reply to @lah0027

lm4kids Jul 23 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3 Grit! L's don't give up. They keep working...keep thinking...keep problem solving because they WANT to make it work! #txeduchat

txeduchat - Moderator Jul 23 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Yes! #txeduchat

lm4kids Jul 23 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3 Grit! L's don't give up. They keep working...keep thinking...keep problem solving because they WANT to make it work! #txeduchat

HiltonCooper Jul 23 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3 - Also love how non-native English speakers are able to participate and problem-solve right alongside fluent peers. #TXEduChat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Question 3: #txeduchat

Hahne_KingEle Jul 23 @ 9:25 PM EDT

YES! Students have to be problem solvers and be able to figure out solutions without someone telling them how. #TxEduChat

In reply to @MsMCollier, @lah0027

MsMCollier Jul 23 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Q3: #txeduchat - Ss learn to elaborate off of their mistakes. They build their understanding by acknowledging & discussing errors.

In reply to @lah0027

HiltonCooper Jul 23 @ 9:25 PM EDT

#TxEduChat #WilsonWay

krsilvestri Jul 23 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Used ours during a 🐝period with our @Ranger_Ranch garden
In reply to @elena_SF_CA, @mary_pruitt, @Ranger_Ranch

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Coding can be done by any learner at any level! #coding levels the playing field! #txeduchat

HiltonCooper Jul 23 @ 9:24 PM EDT
A3 - Also love how non-native English speakers are able to participate and problem-solve right alongside fluent peers. #TXEduChat
- lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:16 PM EDT
  
  Question 3: #txeduchat

JulianaTDotson Jul 23 @ 9:25 PM EDT

True! #edt5335 #txeduchat

In reply to @TXLegoEd, @myakSTEM

txeduchat - Moderator Jul 23 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Yes! Such an excellent way to engage s's w/ academic vocab. and language-based collaboration. #txeduchat

HiltonCooper Jul 23 @ 9:24 PM EDT
A3 - Also love how non-native English speakers are able to participate and problem-solve right alongside fluent peers. #TXEduChat
- lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:16 PM EDT
  
  Question 3: #txeduchat

jparker6 Jul 23 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3: Ss gain SO much from coding/robotics-critical thinking, prob solving, learning how to persevere, take risks, creativity, etc. #txeduchat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Question 3: #txeduchat

HiltonCooper Jul 23 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Coding language is universal! I've seen learners "open up" when coding. #TxEduChat

In reply to @lah0027

thinkLawUS Jul 23 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A2: Interviewing to gather program reqs: builds communication skills and emphathy, and forces Ss to get more flexible thinking #txeduchat

kkclink Jul 23 @ 9:27 PM EDT

That's a great point that often gets overlooked.#txeduchat

HiltonCooper Jul 23 @ 9:24 PM EDT
A3 - Also love how non-native English speakers are able to participate and problem-solve right alongside fluent peers. #TXEduChat
- lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:16 PM EDT
  
  Question 3: #txeduchat

myakSTEM Jul 23 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Here is the link for k-2 https://t.co/O55RJNbkab #txeduchat

myakSTEM Jul 23 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Check out Getting Started with Coding. Look up Everyone Can Code in the iBook Store. Free stuff for k-2 and 3-5 #txeduchat
In reply to @PresidentPat

Hahne_KingEle Jul 23 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A4 The CS standards and the TEKS compare on a skills level. Students have to have life skills to be successful. Give Ss the path. #txeduchat

elena_SF_CA Jul 23 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Oh My GOODNESS! I've only read about beebots, I've never seen them! Now I'm in love.🐝🖤🐝🖤🐝 #txeduchat

In reply to @krsilvestri, @mary_pruitt, @Ranger_Ranch

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Thanks for sharing the iBook @myakSTEM #txeduchat

myakSTEM Jul 23 @ 9:27 PM EDT
Here is the link for k-2 https://t.co/O55RJNbkab #txeduchat
- myakSTEM Jul 23 @ 9:23 PM EDT
  
  Check out Getting Started with Coding. Look up Everyone Can Code in the iBook Store. Free stuff for k-2 and 3-5 #txeduchat
  In reply to @PresidentPat

MsMCollier Jul 23 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Coding allows for S growth based on mistakes. Standardized tests limits growth because mistakes result in point deduction #txeduchat

myakSTEM Jul 23 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A3 Ls get better at being specific in their problem solving. They can't make assumptions or skip things. #txeduchat

lm4kids Jul 23 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A3 The kids dive in and learn how to do it before the E's. Then they teach the teacher...pretty powerful stuff! #txeduchat

myakSTEM Jul 23 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A4 We have crossed our courses with them as a part of the CISD Code2Learn program. I like them. #txeduchat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Question 5 is one minute away… #txeduchat

nnekamcgee Jul 23 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Also, districts don't have to spend tons for money so Ss can learn to code. So many free and inexpensive options out there. #txeduchat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:29 PM EDT

There are some many things in the CS standards that T’s are already doing in their classes! #txeduchat

myakSTEM Jul 23 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A4 We have crossed our courses with them as a part of the CISD Code2Learn program. I like them. #txeduchat

gunnels5G Jul 23 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A3 I saw lots of problem solving when Ss coded online but ps +real collaboration when we worked on robotics #txeduchat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Here is question 5! #txeduchat

lm4kids Jul 23 @ 9:30 PM EDT

"Coding allows for student growth based on mistakes." Love this! So true! #txeduchat

MsMCollier Jul 23 @ 9:28 PM EDT
Coding allows for S growth based on mistakes. Standardized tests limits growth because mistakes result in point deduction #txeduchat
- myakSTEM Jul 23 @ 9:20 PM EDT
  
  A3 Ls get better at being specific in their problem solving. They can't make assumptions or skip things. #txeduchat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A5: many of my Ts have made #coding and #robotics as part of their daily routine and center time. #txeduchat

TopbasMejia Jul 23 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Love this! Powerful indeed when our students become teachers and we become students. We are all learners together. #txeduchat

lm4kids Jul 23 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A3 The kids dive in and learn how to do it before the E's. Then they teach the teacher...pretty powerful stuff! #txeduchat

TechTeacherLiv Jul 23 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A4: a lot of the things that come up in a convo with coding overlap with the process standards #txeduchat

txeduchat - Moderator Jul 23 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Reposting Q5! #txeduchat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Here is question 5! #txeduchat

Hahne_KingEle Jul 23 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A5 Project based learning and genius hour allow for coding and robotics to be explored and put into play. #txeduchat

MsMCollier Jul 23 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Q5: #txeduchat Teaching #STEM more purposefully & integrating the subjects more naturally. It allows Ss to bridge academics & reality!

In reply to @lah0027

mary_pruitt Jul 23 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A3:CT occurs L's struggle, take risks &succeed when trying something new. Here's video from our camp of problem-solving in action #TxEduChat

thinkLawUS Jul 23 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A3: Too many Ss obsess about finding the absolute right answer. Coding helps Ss appreciate the gray areas! #txeduchat

TechTeacherLiv Jul 23 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A5: it's part of my guided math rotation and an option for my kids during their extended learning time #txeduchat

HiltonCooper Jul 23 @ 9:33 PM EDT

@lm4kids & I hosted "Robotics Design Days" 4 teachers 2 give risk-free time 2 explore. Made educators comfortable w/ implementing #TxEduChat

MrsCrossESE Jul 23 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A5: I have a coding station within my math stations daily rotations. They use Dash, Sphero, Scratch & https://t.co/nV1z9vc4wJ #txeduchat

malynn_r Jul 23 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A5) Genius Hour -great time to incorporate in the classroom #txeduchat

myakSTEM Jul 23 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Everyone Can Code curriculum, Processing, NetLogo. Just for starters... #txeduchat

In reply to @nnekamcgee

elena_SF_CA Jul 23 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A5: (a) To launch coding so every child had success, I built it into my #STEAM center we'd do 2x a week starting in August. #txeduchat

dollarchampagne Jul 23 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Q5: Games like @CodeCombat as early finisher options. Many Ss choose coding as ongoing Passion or Genius Hour projects #txeduchat

TopbasMejia Jul 23 @ 9:33 PM EDT

How do you use genius hour in your school? #txeduchat

In reply to @Hahne_KingEle

HiltonCooper Jul 23 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A5 Also organized robotics in "kits" so they were easy to check out and take to the classroom. #EliminateExcuses #TxEduChat

MatlockWilson4 Jul 23 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A5: I'm eager to learn ways to integrate their use while still meeting TEKS, etc - I ❤️ the ideas I am seeing here! #txeduchat

krsilvestri Jul 23 @ 9:34 PM EDT

#txeduchat #wilsonway

krsilvestri Jul 23 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A5: @catasutton catasutton and I created this power point idea for stations with 🐝bots https://t.co/ivocaUD0hv

lm4kids Jul 23 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A5 Some of our K-2 E's have used Bee Bots in centers 2reinforce concepts. They come with mats that fit well into the curriculum. #txeduchat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:34 PM EDT

I have also hosted @scratch day last May. The Ss and Ts both loved it! I also has some HS Ss come and help out! @myakSTEM #txeduchat

Hahne_KingEle Jul 23 @ 9:34 PM EDT

I love this idea! I'd love to know how you do this!! #txeduchat

In reply to @TechTeacherLiv

myakSTEM Jul 23 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A5. We discuss apps (and solving problems) as well as ways to build technology that improves accessibility for everyone. #txeduchat

dollarchampagne Jul 23 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A5: Games like @CodeCombat as early finisher options. Many Ss choose coding as ongoing Passion or Genius Hour projects #txeduchat

TechTeacherLiv Jul 23 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Thanks for sharing! #TxEduChat

In reply to @krsilvestri, @catasutton

HiltonCooper Jul 23 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Would love to know more about how you integrate in your guided math! #TxEduChat

In reply to @TechTeacherLiv

MsMCollier Jul 23 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Having to head out early #txeduchat - Can't wait to come back and read where this convo went tonight! See you next time!

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:35 PM EDT

LOVE #Beebot! #txeduchat

lm4kids Jul 23 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A5 Some of our K-2 E's have used Bee Bots in centers 2reinforce concepts. They come with mats that fit well into the curriculum. #txeduchat

TCDSS Jul 23 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Congratulated lots of reward schools tonight with @teainfo! #txed #txeduchat

txeduchat - Moderator Jul 23 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Yes! #txeduchat

lm4kids Jul 23 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A5 Some of our K-2 E's have used Bee Bots in centers 2reinforce concepts. They come with mats that fit well into the curriculum. #txeduchat

elena_SF_CA Jul 23 @ 9:35 PM EDT

(b) That way 4 students at a time became "experts" & could then tutor the following group, on another day, if they got stuck. #txeduchat

mary_pruitt Jul 23 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A5: Team building, getting to know one another and exploration at the beginning of the year. Practice expectations for the yr #txeduchat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Here is question 5! #txeduchat

myakSTEM Jul 23 @ 9:35 PM EDT

I encourage my Ls to "Look for the NEXT right answer." #txeduchat

In reply to @thinkLawUS

thinkLawUS Jul 23 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A3: Coding also gives 21st century communication skills (where lots of #STEAM Ss struggle) a huge boost! #txeduchat https://t.co/z2rfpSswby

Hahne_KingEle Jul 23 @ 9:36 PM EDT

I'd be happy to share what we did in detail as well. It was piloted in second and it was great. #txeduchat

In reply to @TopbasMejia

HiltonCooper Jul 23 @ 9:36 PM EDT

I can't "LIKE" this enough! Thanks for sharing #TxEduChat

In reply to @krsilvestri

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Question 6 is about funding… #txeduchat

Hahne_KingEle Jul 23 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Easy with TEKS! Students have to be able to create, apply, explain and this fits right in. #txeduchat

In reply to @MatlockWilson4

RebeccaCoda Jul 23 @ 9:37 PM EDT

I hope you can join us Monday! #eduar #growingcps #iaedchat #usedchat #memspa #TxEduChat #ALedchat #teachergoals #nyedchat #EduGladiators

RickJetter Jul 23 @ 7:38 PM EDT

Join us tomorrow for #tlap to discuss the POWER of student voice! #leadlap #kidsdeserveit #makeitreal #sldunktank #startrightnow

txeduchat - Moderator Jul 23 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Reposting Q6 about funding! #txeduchat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Question 6 is about funding… #txeduchat

krsilvestri Jul 23 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A5: following step by step directions and learning about simple/complex machines #TXEduChat #WilsonWay

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A6: Fill out grant applications and ask your PTO. They want to give you money! #txeduchat

jparker6 Jul 23 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A5: In the library, it can be incorporated into the Makerspace. #txeduchat

krsilvestri Jul 23 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A6: grateful to work in a district that allocates funding for robotics #cisdproud #txeduchat

Hahne_KingEle Jul 23 @ 9:39 PM EDT

We had multiple groups & Ss had Ts for guiding only. They are so amazing & empower us daily. We did Fridays in Extended learning. #txeduchat

In reply to @TopbasMejia

myakSTEM Jul 23 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A6. We've done camps, grants, and sharing with other schools/campuses. "Beg Borrow, & no stealing." #txeduchat

nnekamcgee Jul 23 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A6: I know @DonorsChoose has been a big help for Ts. It would be a shame for the coding divide to grow b/c of funding issues. #txeduchat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:39 PM EDT

We are so very fortunate to work in a great district! @Coppellisd @coppellisdef #txeduchat

krsilvestri Jul 23 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A6: grateful to work in a district that allocates funding for robotics #cisdproud #txeduchat

JulianaTDotson Jul 23 @ 9:39 PM EDT

This is great to see really YOUNG Ss doing this...I'm impressed! #edt5335 #txeduchat

In reply to @mary_pruitt

HiltonCooper Jul 23 @ 9:39 PM EDT

I agree... When parents see the engagement and problem-solving w/ their kids, this is something they want to support. #TxEduChat

In reply to @lah0027

SamJKNeal Jul 23 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A6 outside of PTO, there are lots of ed-specific fundraising tools like @DonorsChoose #txeduchat

MrsCrossESE Jul 23 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A6: Donors Choose and district education foundations help with coding grants. Once principal sees success, they buy into coding. #txeduchat

elena_SF_CA Jul 23 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A6: In order to buy Chromebooks for my #STEAM centers I posted a DonorsChoose project. However, don't overlook your PTA. #txeduchat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Question 6 is about funding… #txeduchat

lm4kids Jul 23 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A6 Blessed to work with an administrator who saw the value in what we were doing. @HiltonCooper always found the 💰 #thanks #txeduchat

Hahne_KingEle Jul 23 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A6 There are so many resources out there that are free! Reach out to businesses & companies for discounts & there are grants too. #txeduchat

dollarchampagne Jul 23 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A6: https://t.co/mex9pw1500 #txeduchat

soleilroper Jul 23 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Great chat! Thanks! @lah0027 #txeduchat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Thanks for sharing this! #txeduchat

dollarchampagne Jul 23 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A6: https://t.co/mex9pw1500 #txeduchat

MatlockWilson4 Jul 23 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A6: lucky to be in environ that values constructivist/creative teaching -many resources, just need to use 'em -feeling inspired! #txeduchat

mary_pruitt Jul 23 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A6: If need funding, consider a showcase 4 parents/PTA/community of what you've been doing.Parents❤️to see their kids in action! #TxEduChat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Thanks for joining us tonight! #txeduchat

soleilroper Jul 23 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Great chat! Thanks! @lah0027 #txeduchat

stony12270 Jul 23 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A6: I wonder if local technology companies/ businesses would donate for the cause. 🤔 #TxEduChat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Question 7…. #txeduchat

ywilliams1120 Jul 23 @ 9:45 PM EDT

I love this! Our Partners in Education are awesome! #txeduchat

In reply to @Hahne_KingEle

HiltonCooper Jul 23 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A6 @lm4kids has organized "showcases" 2 demonstrate robotics for PTO. They were blown away by kids AND it builds support! #TxEduChat

lm4kids Jul 23 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Yes! And there are people out there who want to donate their time as well...just as valuable, if not more so! #txEduchat

Hahne_KingEle Jul 23 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A6 There are so many resources out there that are free! Reach out to businesses & companies for discounts & there are grants too. #txeduchat

TechTeacherLiv Jul 23 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A6: @DonorsChoose is a great resource. And if you're in the Houston area you can check out #remsl #txeduchat

Hahne_KingEle Jul 23 @ 9:45 PM EDT

YES! We did a showcase for genius hour that encompassed all the projects and it was amazing! Lit a fire to continue next year. #txeduchat

In reply to @mary_pruitt

stony12270 Jul 23 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A6: What if Ss helped write grants? #TxEduChat

thinkLawUS Jul 23 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A6: Any #txeduchat folks work w/ coding academies? Might be some opportunity with their recent struggles #txeduchat https://t.co/YwTUCc18uT

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Check out Verizon #weneedmore #txeduchat

stony12270 Jul 23 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A6: I wonder if local technology companies/ businesses would donate for the cause. 🤔 #TxEduChat

HiltonCooper Jul 23 @ 9:46 PM EDT

So true! It's not just about funds. It's also about man hours and professional expertise. #TxEduChat

In reply to @lm4kids

txeduchat - Moderator Jul 23 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Maybe Intel and other major tech companies? #txeduchat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:45 PM EDT
Check out Verizon #weneedmore #txeduchat
- stony12270 Jul 23 @ 9:44 PM EDT
  
  A6: I wonder if local technology companies/ businesses would donate for the cause. 🤔 #TxEduChat

TopbasMejia Jul 23 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Absolutely! #TxEduChat

mary_pruitt Jul 23 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A6: If need funding, consider a showcase 4 parents/PTA/community of what you've been doing.Parents❤️to see their kids in action! #TxEduChat

PeggySemingson Jul 23 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Great thinking! #txeduchat

mary_pruitt Jul 23 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A6: If need funding, consider a showcase 4 parents/PTA/community of what you've been doing.Parents❤️to see their kids in action! #TxEduChat

HiltonCooper Jul 23 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A7 Definitely @OZOBOT It's inexpensive. All you need is paper/marker & doesn't require a device! Tons of curricular connections #TxEduChat

ywilliams1120 Jul 23 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A7: I love @scratch jr for block coding & critical thinking #txeduchat

krsilvestri Jul 23 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A7: sphere-O-bot is great for new users of all ages with differentiated apps based on learner level! #txeduchat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A7: for the younger Ss try Code-A-Pillar from Fisher Price. They are awesome! #txeduchat

kkclink Jul 23 @ 9:48 PM EDT

I'm so glad to be a part of this environment #txeduchat

MatlockWilson4 Jul 23 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A6: lucky to be in environ that values constructivist/creative teaching -many resources, just need to use 'em -feeling inspired! #txeduchat

stony12270 Jul 23 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A7: Our Ss have enjoyed using @SpheroEdu Spheros & Ollies with our old library iPad 2s. The apps have been easy for Ss to learn #TxEduChat

nnekamcgee Jul 23 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A7: Love scratch for coding #txeduchat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:49 PM EDT

@codeorg and @codeacademylog are also great tools for beginners! #txeduchat

stony12270 Jul 23 @ 9:49 PM EDT

love it! #txeduchat

In reply to @ywilliams1120, @scratch

krsilvestri Jul 23 @ 9:50 PM EDT

https://t.co/G1T0CzldRc #txeduchat

krsilvestri Jul 23 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A7: sphere-O-bot is great for new users of all ages with differentiated apps based on learner level! #txeduchat

elena_SF_CA Jul 23 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Also, my Garden Club loved "Plants vs. Zombies" on https://t.co/uIJEjxwYhT 🌱 I'd let them play if it rained or we finished early! #txeduchat

lm4kids Jul 23 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A7 https://t.co/yua5TV9tGw for coding-teaches process and thinking. Ozobots for the littles.Uses color to code...so intuitive. #txeduchat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Last question is 2 min away… So said this chat is almost over! #txeduchat

myakSTEM Jul 23 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A7 I ❤️ Everyone Can Code series. Free for k-20, each level starts w/ no assumed knowledge and leads to real coding careers. #txeduchat

SOC54 Jul 23 @ 9:51 PM EDT

The FLL Lego program provides the opportunity for Ss be in "real" collaborative problem solving with personal agendas #txeduchat

lm4kids Jul 23 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Yes!! I want these!! #txeduchat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A7: for the younger Ss try Code-A-Pillar from Fisher Price. They are awesome! #txeduchat

txeduchat - Moderator Jul 23 @ 9:51 PM EDT

It's been a great chat!! #txeduchat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Last question is 2 min away… So said this chat is almost over! #txeduchat

dollarchampagne Jul 23 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A7: @Sphero. Like that the bots can simply be remote controlled, use block coding, or Ls can write lines of code themselves. #txeduchat

EduGladiators Jul 23 @ 9:51 PM EDT

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lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:52 PM EDT

We love them!! Both of my campuses use them all the time! #txeduchat

lm4kids Jul 23 @ 9:51 PM EDT
Yes!! I want these!! #txeduchat
- lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:48 PM EDT
  
  A7: for the younger Ss try Code-A-Pillar from Fisher Price. They are awesome! #txeduchat

MrsCrossESE Jul 23 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A7: https://t.co/nV1z9vc4wJ and Dash robot from @WonderWorkshop are great for beginners wanting to add coding into the classroom! #txeduchat

HiltonCooper Jul 23 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Also... @ozoeasy makes @OZOBOT accessible for all ages. Little ones have access w/o having to worry about fine motor skills. #TxEduChat

HiltonCooper Jul 23 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A7 Definitely @OZOBOT It's inexpensive. All you need is paper/marker & doesn't require a device! Tons of curricular connections #TxEduChat

jparker6 Jul 23 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A7: @WonderWorkshop 's Dash and Dot, @Sphero, Code And Go, @scratch #txeduchat

Hahne_KingEle Jul 23 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A7 My students and I have dabbled in https://t.co/TW25ydHWvu. Can't wait to try new ideas with them soon. #txeduchat

lm4kids Jul 23 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Yes! Such a great learning experience for kids and adults! #txeduchat

SOC54 Jul 23 @ 9:51 PM EDT

The FLL Lego program provides the opportunity for Ss be in "real" collaborative problem solving with personal agendas #txeduchat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Question 8…last question. #txeduchat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:53 PM EDT

I can’t wait to use the new format of https://t.co/8nRIihWiKF! #txeduchat

Hahne_KingEle Jul 23 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A7 My students and I have dabbled in https://t.co/TW25ydHWvu. Can't wait to try new ideas with them soon. #txeduchat

TechTeacherLiv Jul 23 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A7: https://t.co/uC9A2VKR6S, google cs first #txeduchat

nnekamcgee Jul 23 @ 9:53 PM EDT

True, but sometimes bringing in the best and most qualified people (and their time) require funds. Awesome volunteers help, too. #txeduchat

In reply to @thesmuniz, @myakSTEM

gunnels5G Jul 23 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A7 @codeorg would be my first recommendation. SO much available & it's all free! @askatechnogirl is a great resource too! #txeduchat

TopbasMejia Jul 23 @ 9:54 PM EDT

So many great suggestions, ideas, and resources here tonight. Thank you everyone! #txeduchat

elena_SF_CA Jul 23 @ 9:54 PM EDT

In my district #SSFUSD @genentech has matched donations posted to @DonorsChoose as long as our projects were at or below $1,000. #txeduchat

In reply to @txeduchat, @genentech, @DonorsChoose

UrbanEdChat Jul 23 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Coming to Houston, TX #fuelgreatminds #satchat #UrbanEdChat #5thchat #txeduchat #ntchat https://t.co/kzGUxVgYFn

FuelGreatMinds Jul 23 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Coming to Houston, TX #fuelgreatminds #satchat #UrbanEdChat #5thchat #txeduchat #ntchat https://t.co/xciRrHBdgy

theignitEDteach Jul 23 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Coming to Houston, TX #fuelgreatminds #satchat #UrbanEdChat #5thchat #txeduchat #ntchat https://t.co/PE6qXrorgI

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A8: I love these two books! They would make great book studies for any campus wanting to integrate more coding and robotics! #txeduchat

MatlockWilson4 Jul 23 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A7 & A8: As I'm still def a novice, I am loving these ideas! Gonna steal them all ;) #txeduchat

mary_pruitt Jul 23 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A8: Digital Learning Coach, Librarian and other educators who might be open for collaboration! You don't have to go alone!!! #txeduchat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Question 8…last question. #txeduchat

ywilliams1120 Jul 23 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A8: My PLN is the favorite "go to..." #txeduchat

txeduchat - Moderator Jul 23 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Reposting last question, Q8! #txeduchat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Question 8…last question. #txeduchat

krsilvestri Jul 23 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Don't forget about lit resources to inspire learners @hellorubyworld #txeduchat

Hahne_KingEle Jul 23 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Adding this to my wishlist. #TxEduChat

In reply to @lah0027

lm4kids Jul 23 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A8 Professionals! We had an engineer help w/FLL team.Not only did the kids learn a lot, but the relationship was amazing! #txeduchat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:57 PM EDT

These are great too! #txeduchat

HiltonCooper Jul 23 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A8 My biggest resource has been fellow educators! Especially @lm4kids @_arhodes @Holcombesclass and our @coppelldlc team! #TxEduChat

Hahne_KingEle Jul 23 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A8 Loving all these ideas shared already. Seeking out ideas from my PLN is also my go to guide. #txeduchat

TopbasMejia Jul 23 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Adding these to my summer reading list! Thank you! #TxEduChat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A8: I love these two books! They would make great book studies for any campus wanting to integrate more coding and robotics! #txeduchat

txeduchat - Moderator Jul 23 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Resources! #txeduchat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:57 PM EDT

These are great too! #txeduchat

jparker6 Jul 23 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A7: @codeorg is def my fav so far also! Guides you with tons of pre-made lessons and builds in complexity as you go. #txeduchat

gunnels5G Jul 23 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A7 @codeorg would be my first recommendation. SO much available & it's all free! @askatechnogirl is a great resource too! #txeduchat

txeduchat - Moderator Jul 23 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Many thanks for a fabulous and engaging chat hosted by @lah0027 from @Coppellisd. We hope to see you at next week's chat! #txeduchat

myakSTEM Jul 23 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Great chat tonight. TY @lah0027 for a great conversation. #txeduchat

lah0027 Jul 23 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Thanks for joining me as I guest hosted this great chat. I had a blast!! #txeduchat #coppelldlc

stony12270 Jul 23 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A8: @codeorg @scratch & @MicrosoftEDU has resources at https://t.co/5wd0N3Rt3x #txeduchat

Hahne_KingEle Jul 23 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Thanks so much for hosting. It was amazing. #txeduchat

In reply to @lah0027

lm4kids Jul 23 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Thanks @lah0027! Great chat! #txeduchat