#EDthink Archive
Run by Texas educators Aaron Peña and Mandy Vasek, #EDThink is a great way for dynamic educators to share teaching strategies, educational resources, and more.
Sunday May 15, 2016
Hi. I am Asst. Principal from Texas. Thx for joining and me tonight on . Let’s roll!
Hello everybody! I'm Aaron, a principal in TX.
Hello! Kelsey from Tampa, FL. I teach kindergarten!
Hello! Sarah from TX. 2nd grade now, soon to be digital learning coach.
Hi everyone Kelley a principal in Maine
Oskar from Minneapolis STEM Teacher (PLTW and Chemistry)
Hi Kelsey. Welcome to We need the perspective. So glad you’re here. https://t.co/wbjnGxN9m6
Hello! Kelsey from Tampa, FL. I teach kindergarten!
Seeing all the Texans makes me miss home!
Welcome back Oskar! Glad you’re here tonight on https://t.co/9x8WjqBTYx
Oskar from Minneapolis STEM Teacher (PLTW and Chemistry)
Hello ! I'm a 5th grade teacher in Utah
Welcome, Kelly! Thanks for joining our chat tonight. https://t.co/zkPB3YApdo
Hi everyone Kelley a principal in Maine
Hey ya'll! Bethany, elementary lead learner from Arkansas.
Hi everyone! Claudia, Lead Learner in a STEM Magnet School in Houston, TX
Katherine Goyette, EdTech Consultant in Central CA.
Sarah…sounds like a job promotion? That’s great. Welcome to https://t.co/2rwydzdCfh
Hello! Sarah from TX. 2nd grade now, soon to be digital learning coach.
I'm the director of technology at in Oklahoma City and a teacher
Don't forget to use the hashtag in all responses.
Hi Bethany! Great to see you again! https://t.co/rnBVuc1Scy
Hey ya'll! Bethany, elementary lead learner from Arkansas.
Hi Aaron- great to be here!
Jennifer! Principal from Texas!😍
It wouldn't be a Sunday without !! Russ, principal in FL.
Hello, Sandy. So good to see you. Welcome to our chat https://t.co/bVPrd26ZX4
Hello ! I'm a 5th grade teacher in Utah
Great to be back! How are you Aaron?
Hi Wesley! Glad you have you here! https://t.co/XySzcr49LZ
I'm the director of technology at in Oklahoma City and a teacher
sixth grade language arts teacher from Maryland here!
Hi Bethany! Love the new profile pic! https://t.co/N3wSZTvK7Z
Hey ya'll! Bethany, elementary lead learner from Arkansas.
Thanks! Excited to learn from/with the best! :)
Hi, ! I'm currently a MS teacher, moving into AP role next school year in suburban Chicago
Anytime!! There's always a great crowd with
Tonight's topic is all about learning together and sharing ideas! I'm here to learn from all of you!
Hello :) Excited to learn with/from you! Star-struck! :)
Hi all! Carolina from Boston area here. 7th grade math teacher.
Welcome TX neighbor. Glad you're with us on this evening. https://t.co/ZJAxaPtjZ0
Hi everyone! Claudia, Lead Learner in a STEM Magnet School in Houston, TX
Q1 What are some of the characteristics of a STEM-minded school/classroom/teacher?
Sandra from Central Texas.
Hi guys Patti NYC teacher joining
Checking out . Andy - principal in Winnipeg.
Kelly - 3rd & 4th Grade Gifted & Talented -
A1: I think STEM-minded Ts/classroom are more interdisciplinary..more of a mesh of skills rather than isolation
Let's get this party started!
agreed! Always a pleasure to connect with purveyors of awesomeness :)
projects & problem solving
Glad you're here, Carolina! https://t.co/lfk3UfEUUR
Hi all! Carolina from Boston area here. 7th grade math teacher.
A1: Not thinking in isolation, seeing the overarching goals and bigger picture, rather than isolated standards.
Hi from Houston! 4th gr math & science
A1 STEM minded= willing to take risks and try new things- comfortable w being uncomfortable
A1 I think a STEM-based classroom needs to be more project based learning with the end in mind.
Welcome to Meg. Congrats on the new job!!!!❤️ https://t.co/j85CRSrJ8z
Hi, ! I'm currently a MS teacher, moving into AP role next school year in suburban Chicago
Hi all! April, kinder teach from SoCal
A1: Taking chances, embracing failure in order to learn and grow for the future.
A1 creativity and flexibility are key. Student inquiry should drive instruction.
RT Q1 What are some of the characteristics of a STEM-minded school/classroom/teacher?
"Comfortable with being uncomfortable" - excellent! https://t.co/tICHVj1HDO
A1 STEM minded= willing to take risks and try new things- comfortable w being uncomfortable
A1: a student centered classroom that fosters communication, collaboration, critical thinking, & creativity.. Oh and inquiry!!
A1: Believing all can move forward in STEM. Not just certain learners.
Student-centered! It makes a big difference! https://t.co/NtxwRi4ehi
A1: a student centered classroom that fosters communication, collaboration, critical thinking, & creativity.. Oh and inquiry!!
A1. One of the main characteristics is integration of different content, tech, career, etc.
A1: Projects involving S choice, makers/makerspace, creating a class full of integration of many concepts.
A1 STEM-minded Ts tend to love integrating content, exploration, and real-world problem solving.
A1 :PLB allowing time and resources for Ss to investigate, and redesign as needed based on initial data
A1: STEM think embraces growth mindset...fail, fail quickly, move on to the next iteration
A1 Emphasis on problem solving, creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, trial and error, inquiry
minded classrooms are open to multidisciplinary learning & not siloed instruction. Lots of hands-on making & creating!
A1. Flexible, student focused, ok with things not being 'perfect', kids are heard and seen.
hi! I'm Katherine. I teach 4th grade language arts. Who moderates this chat? :) would like to join!
A1:a strong hands-on approach
A1: The ability to make connections with the community so we can tie in careers to kids' learning--having mentors.
A1:Creativity, forward thinking, collaboration, communication, problem-solving, critical thinking, innovative
Here is Q1 again… https://t.co/VP5KUyz0WQ
RT Q1 What are some of the characteristics of a STEM-minded school/classroom/teacher?
THIS! No worksheet packets here! https://t.co/HT2ohQRg6h
minded classrooms are open to multidisciplinary learning & not siloed instruction. Lots of hands-on making & creating!
Agree with everyone. Integration & the freedom to take risks.
Hey! Tom Spall, Instructional Technology Specialist from Brenham, TX. Let's collaborate and dominate! :) https://t.co/UbGA3nnYTE
I think a lot of Ts are STEM Ts without knowing it!
A1: STEM minded individual must merge multiple subject areas into relevant activities for students.
I like that, Beth! I'd add seeing the Ss' futures beyond grade-school ed. https://t.co/R65l0po8Hs
A1: Not thinking in isolation, seeing the overarching goals and bigger picture, rather than isolated standards.
A1 Accepting/showing there are always several ways to solve the same problem
A1: high student engagement with Ts always asking how they can reveal material differently
A1 Inter-disciplinary learning that encourages Ss to incorporate learning from multiple sources into relevant products
Believing education should be interesting and engaging
love the connection to community; let's not separate life from school
Welcome to Katherine! & I moderate. It's great to have you! https://t.co/RoTWhZ5c10
hi! I'm Katherine. I teach 4th grade language arts. Who moderates this chat? :) would like to join!
One doesn't discover new lands unless he has courage to lose sight of the shore. - Andre Gide
exactly! Also- letting Ss know it's okay to fail when they take risks. FAIL- first attempt in learning.
Relevant increases motivation and JOY of learning! Challenges thinking and keeps kids in the zone
Agreed. And not one path to the 'solution'. Or even better - not just one solution.
I agree!! Honestly- any good teacher is a STEM teacher.
A1 stem minded characteristics collaboration and problem solving
A1 Possible working with other grade levels as well to collaborate and learn together.
STEM Ts are driven to involve Ss in the whole learning process. Ts guide the ship…Ss do map the course and do labor.
Encouraging risk-taking is super important. Failure = opportunity to learn. Feedback as opposed to punishment
A1 STEM-minded schools bring in the STEM community!
Absolutely. Starts w/ Ts. Ts need to feel supported that they are trusted & could fail as well. https://t.co/PPO4PFdYq6
exactly! Also- letting Ss know it's okay to fail when they take risks. FAIL- first attempt in learning.
Q2 What does/can your school do to become more STEM-minded? Be specific.
A1: Seek to connect and Collaborate with STEM industries so educators and students can be exposed to details of field
STEM requires Ss to do higher level thinking and risk-taking. They learn that failure is part of the process, too.
A2: We are in the early stages of STEM, considering how to ditch the rigid schedules of required minutes for content to integrate.
A2. Encourage Ts to let Ss play and tinker. Set up T PD that allows them to play and tinker.
A2 Although not the answer to everything, being a 1:1 district has helped us become more STEM-minded by fostering tech integration.
A2 Baby steps- Hour of Code, some Ts integrating tech, lots of hands on science experiences :) Starting robotics :)
A2: We are incorporating maker mornings in our media center to encourage creativity and tap into curiosity.
Why can't STEM count as required minutes in multiple subjects?
A2 stop teaching subjects in isolation and think disciplinary literacy and math.
A1: Inquiry, critical thinking, multiple pathways must lie at the heart of a -minded classroom
A2: Ts need ongoing PD abt what STEM is and isn't...how to write plans that meet standards and incorporate STEM
A2. Does - Integrate technology meaningfully everyday. Can - Be > purposeful about projects assigned. https://t.co/OXdOn5MC5E
Q2 What does/can your school do to become more STEM-minded? Be specific.
A2: school events that are Ss led. 5th grade egg toss: build a structure that can be dropped from the roof without egg breaking
A2 Integration...integration...integration!
Exactly! It can! We are crawling out of our big ole box! :) https://t.co/KZmvcA23FF
Why can't STEM count as required minutes in multiple subjects?
I think the best place to start is from others on a chat like this. Seek help and ideas from others. https://t.co/IqSKVpf6Df
Q2 What does/can your school do to become more STEM-minded? Be specific.
A2 . Teachers need time to collaborate with each other. Let us try new things. It didn't work? Great learning experience!
Rigid schedules are a barrier for many schools- fixed mindsets are as well
My school has a STEM S and T of the month. Ss and Ts go on the morning show and get a certificate. https://t.co/03ma4y9DmI
Include real world leaders in classroom prep, so S, see real love uses
bell schedule really affects things you don't always associate with the schedule
We are considering establishing a STEM period required so Ts can feel "free" to use some time for projects.
You're right, Jessica! It's more than a mindset. It takes skill and preparation. https://t.co/rtMGk3DyCg
A2: Ts need ongoing PD abt what STEM is and isn't...how to write plans that meet standards and incorporate STEM
Have Ss design project, citing standards in their project proposal. You could assign 3 - 4 standards. Ss pick 2.
There is some value to 2:1 or 3:1 as well Encourages collaboration/communication. I have enjoyed 1:1 the last 3 yrs tho
A2:Our school has TSA. Things we can do robotics club, mini-lessons, invite professionals from stem fields.
So important...we are in this together. https://t.co/nOVSERFrFn
A2 . Teachers need time to collaborate with each other. Let us try new things. It didn't work? Great learning experience!
A2 Project Lead The Way (PLTW) curric., STEM community partnership team (meet monthly to talk needs), dist. org. STEM career day
Kathy here for a bit . Had a great science learning last w kmbrhershberger
This is a great idea, how does a S or T earn one?
Through integration there is so much more time in the day for things like https://t.co/xCp741Trf9
A2 Integration...integration...integration!
A2 My daughter's school has a girls' STEM club that meets after school, and a STEM fair during the year for all.
RT Q2 What does/can your school do to become more STEM-minded? Be specific.
As with all learning, relevance is key. Real life connections in everything we do is critical.
I know many principals who send mixed messages: Like Ts to do hands-on projects & prob solving but want them right on pacing guide
We have to take risks. A follower is never going to cure cancer.
The more I use the more I like 1:1. Mix of Chromebooks & iPads. Depending on projects.
A2 FIRST Robotics Team, engineer mentors
I love this idea! https://t.co/TqIEGKq7Yx
Have Ss design project, citing standards in their project proposal. You could assign 3 - 4 standards. Ss pick 2.
A2 Have to have the desire to learn, grown, improve, collaborate!
I agree. Giving up some control is important too. Let the kids run the show at times. Ts don't need to know everything
There are too many things labeled as STEM that are not good representations of what STEM hopes to achieve
Q2: we are investing in maker spaces (I have lots to learn!)
Q2 collaborative planning to find authentic projects that tie current content areas together to meaningful real world learning
Involve your librarian. Hopefully, they can integrate something no matter if they're fixed or flexible.
The goal of education is not to reflect society. The goal of education is to cultivate society.
Yes, the STEM community partnerships are so important and take nurturing. https://t.co/ZU5YdY4Y8n
A2 Project Lead The Way (PLTW) curric., STEM community partnership team (meet monthly to talk needs), dist. org. STEM career day
A STEM school does more creating than consuming. It is innovation driven for sure!
great to make sure often-marginalized groups feel empowered by/with/for STEM
Yes! https://t.co/pfuwhKyhhy
The goal of education is not to reflect society. The goal of education is to cultivate society.
I'd love to see pics of the STEM fair! https://t.co/bs9HViGuys
A2 My daughter's school has a girls' STEM club that meets after school, and a STEM fair during the year for all.
each month is different. I have my students vote. Each teacher picks one student from their class.
Absolutely. We find ways to use technology within the items in the current pace.
And hopefully, won't jump off the bridge just b/c their following.
How can we encourage admins to take more risks? More Ts take risks if leaders do
A2 Teach then that failure leads to success!
A2: The focus on PBL and STEM/STEAM shifts from consumption to creation!
That's cool! https://t.co/83vbSJr5cQ
The more I use the more I like 1:1. Mix of Chromebooks & iPads. Depending on projects.
I run an after school computer / robotics club. 2nd - 6th Gr. Tear apart Computers, rebuild. +more.
A2: I also love to expose my Ss to STEM careers. always tells me- you can't be what you can't see.
I'm going to a school with Chromebooks next year, been using iPads the last 3 Interested to see the diff.
Sure do! It must be something leaders model and are transparent about. Requires a release of control. https://t.co/SGUke5zEOn
How can we encourage admins to take more risks? More Ts take risks if leaders do
Our media center is traditional- Story and Shhhh....no talking at all!
One thing I've noticed , sometimes they forget the science and/or the math https://t.co/j59JzqZLEk
There are too many things labeled as STEM that are not good representations of what STEM hopes to achieve
I have a set of iPads, wish my school was 1:1 or 1:2/3. Ss treat iPads like they're toys not learning tools. I try
Q3 Share your ideas/experience with coding/programming with Ss.
We with risk taking we need to reinforce the effort, not just the result. https://t.co/3lP384CjO6
How can we encourage admins to take more risks? More Ts take risks if leaders do
It is more than a mindset, but without fostering the mindset, how far can you get? Chicken/egg??
A2. We can also establish a rubric of what STEM looks like in the bldg. This will help "demystify" what needs to be done.
RT Q3 Share your ideas/experience with coding/programming with Ss.
Principals should be the lead learner https://t.co/1lfTI9rbEI
How can we encourage admins to take more risks? More Ts take risks if leaders do
Sounds like you give them some pretty awesome experiences! https://t.co/Yn1MbMNaGR
I have a set of iPads, wish my school was 1:1 or 1:2/3. Ss treat iPads like they're toys not learning tools. I try
A3. Coding will go further the faster they can use the keyboard! We found that there are some baby steps that must come b4 coding
A3: I'm a newbie w/ coding-very determined to learn more about it! I see my kids do it on https://t.co/n6VeVpx0E6 and with
A3 I start coding in PK, focus on early el. Do some robotics/programming in my computer club. Work in process.
Great point! I guess it applies to all- acknowledge the steps in the process
You start there and you'll code in no time. Enough to show Ss at least.
A3: Kodable app w/ my Kinders is a success. Teaching a Codesters summer course for jr high in July
A3: I see coding becoming as important as basic reading skills in the very near future.
A3 Now I am definitely meant to be a learner lurker on this question.
A3 We do in December, but pull it back out whenever we can after that. Parents have website too, for home use.
A3: I'd love some tips for incorporating this in a kinder classroom!
Reinforcing risk taking can come from above or below. Much easier to shepherd a herd once it's moving.
A3: My entire school participated in activities & many classes continued cause Ss love it &
We use RobotC in our Principles of Engineering class I teach, LabView and JAVA to program the robot for FIRST
Yes...maybe a STEM committee made up of Ts, Ss, and STEM community reps can work together! https://t.co/8S4Dx0ZmPL
A2. We can also establish a rubric of what STEM looks like in the bldg. This will help "demystify" what needs to be done.
Lurking is not at all bad. It’s learning for now. Good for you! https://t.co/3tXnZf8QF6
A3 Now I am definitely meant to be a learner lurker on this question.
A3 and PBS ScratchJr. Coming to Android/Chromebooks, I believe.
A3 I do not have any experience yet with coding, however collaborating on Twitter and help me feel I could do it!
A3: I would love to implement coding on our campus during advisory or a mini-lesson. Currently, no experience.
Q3: I've used Scratch and students loveeee it.
Any help/ideas for this kinder teacher? https://t.co/tKmITSfb8S
A3: I'd love some tips for incorporating this in a kinder classroom!
A3 My PK Ss ask to code. Especially if I give a less than stellar lesson.
A3. Created coding classes for gr 7s and 8s this year Kids love it. Lots of creativity. Got some +ve press. https://t.co/7svYNNoLep
A3 Get parent engineers who can code to come in and mentor/teach kids to program
A3. Created coding classes for gr 7s and 8s this year Kids love it. Lots of creativity. Got some +ve press. https://t.co/3NsOfJyCDm
The power of chats…right here! https://t.co/7jGqlEzrKS
A3 I do not have any experience yet with coding, however collaborating on Twitter and help me feel I could do it!
A3: we paired kinders with 4th g & let them move through various coding online activities. Kids loved it-Coding Club, Hour of Code
With risk taking we need to reinforce the effort, not just the result. https://t.co/3lP384CjO6
How can we encourage admins to take more risks? More Ts take risks if leaders do
Coding is critical to problem-solving. It's a great way 2 asses where kids are at w/ critical thinking https://t.co/OexqYYXkOf
A3: I see coding becoming as important as basic reading skills in the very near future.
the Kodable app is free and great w/ iPads for Kinders. Comes with low tech lessons are intro curriculum
Maybe a common definition, a shared vision https://t.co/GApSEL6ZS0
Yes...maybe a STEM committee made up of Ts, Ss, and STEM community reps can work together! https://t.co/8S4Dx0ZmPL
A2. We can also establish a rubric of what STEM looks like in the bldg. This will help "demystify" what needs to be done.
Yep. Imagine what my PK movie directors will be like in 8 years...
Also, it's not a competition. Ss submit projects and get feedback from STEM community, Ts, and others.
Wish I could chat b/c these words define me. I'm currently blending a Flight & Mars Interact simulation! https://t.co/Y9QZuC7TTT
A1 STEM-minded Ts tend to love integrating content, exploration, and real-world problem solving.
So much fun stuff at all levels of the scaffolding
Maybe more Ts focused on STEM and leading up would start the movement! :) Easier to move colleagues :)
I'm downloading it now!!! Thank you 😄
A3 - PK: They code, work w/ robots, and direct their own iMovies.
The difficulty of the climb is more likely based on the attitude of the climber rather than the altitude of the peak.
A3: Done Hour of Code w/our Ss for 2 yrs now...one Kinder class is using Dash & Dot robots/writing their own code...need to expand
your little ones will love Scratch Jr.
”Of the 20 fastest growing careers, 15 of them require a background in science or math” (Natl. Math-Sci. Initiative)
"If you're not prepared to be wrong, you'll never come up with anything original." ~Sir Ken Robinson
Wow! that sounds great! https://t.co/wffpspD4o3
Wish I could chat b/c these words define me. I'm currently blending a Flight & Mars Interact simulation! https://t.co/Y9QZuC7TTT
A1 STEM-minded Ts tend to love integrating content, exploration, and real-world problem solving.
Just joining in from WA. Mark and middle school AP
Quotable Quote! :) https://t.co/pl0JCz41eq
The difficulty of the climb is more likely based on the attitude of the climber rather than the altitude of the peak.
what state just proposed coding to be counted as a foreign language? interesting debate
When making any change the hardest person to move is the first one, not the last one.
Recommendations for where I should start learning about coding? Important to figure out where it can be integrated.
Definitely suggest exploring the Hour of Code sight...tons of resources branch from that one
Arkansas passed a bill that coding classes will be required in the near future. https://t.co/no2Tw0jneU
what state just proposed coding to be counted as a foreign language? interesting debate
A3 Virgin to coding. Learning about coding from you guys!
The 10 best paying careers with a 4 yr degree are ALL STEM
and the Ozobots are just so darn cute! :)
Hi ! Todd from rainy San Antonio
Q4 How can becoming STEM-minded be a home/community/school partnership?
I used interact simulations in the classroom. I think I have the Flight unit here packed away 😊 https://t.co/MDuLSkUSGd
Wish I could chat b/c these words define me. I'm currently blending a Flight & Mars Interact simulation! https://t.co/Y9QZuC7TTT
A1 STEM-minded Ts tend to love integrating content, exploration, and real-world problem solving.
STEM schools encourage this: “Change will lead to insight far more often than insight will lead to change.” M. Erickson
https://t.co/5LHvto8zeW
Recommendations for where I should start learning about coding? Important to figure out where it can be integrated.
A4: Create a family night to show Ps what Ss can do...showcase of skills...explain importance of learning coding language
Wow! And I'm wondering if my 4th graders can code!
A4: So many mentors in the community are just waiting for someone to ask them into schools! Great way to focus on careers!
When making a change hardest person to move is first one not last one. Cannot get everyone to do it until you get someone to do it.
A4: we have so many parents who work in Stem centered fields. They are very invested in sharing and mentoring!
A4: getting parents involved is my next goal!
I'm thinking of phase 1 trials of polio virus being used to treat cancer 60 minutes tonight https://t.co/HSu8Epiiqp
"If you're not prepared to be wrong, you'll never come up with anything original." ~Sir Ken Robinson
A4: speaks of community mentors to support innovation time in his book, Pure Genius. It's a great read!
A5. Great question. I'll be watching and learning on this one...
Ask community experts to talk with class, parent experts, and provide parents with tools to continue learning at home
Looking for schools that truly use a PBL model for middle school.
Profound!! https://t.co/QvHvsDcW7D
When making a change hardest person to move is first one not last one. Cannot get everyone to do it until you get someone to do it.
Q4 Getting students involved in challenges where they can discuss ideas with their parents and get their input as well as support.
A5: All kids need to see how others contribute to our community, and the education/skills that are required to do so!
A4:Invite parents to a coding showcase where their students are teaching them to code.
RT Q4 How can we make becoming STEM-minded a home/community/school partnership?
So true with everything! I know when I catch the 1st that it's a huge success because others will soon follow
Don't forget publishers and authors. They're important to integrate too
Cultivate society or manufacture employees?
So true! We need to get out and build those partnerships! https://t.co/xquvzHE4c0
A4: So many mentors in the community are just waiting for someone to ask them into schools! Great way to focus on careers!
A4: STEM is the essence of workforce development and it underscores the value of connections between schools and business.
A4. We invite our school community to a Coffee with the Pincipal once a month to discuss topics such as STEM & where we want to go
I think they can from listening and learning tonight ! Now to teach me 😊 https://t.co/blfPCJNUQO
Wow! And I'm wondering if my 4th graders can code!
Involving the community with all school learning is great…esp. in the case of STEM and careers. https://t.co/ulGlL6uCyh
A4: So many mentors in the community are just waiting for someone to ask them into schools! Great way to focus on careers!
A4 Involve Ps and community in STEM activities- Ps are excited by the excitement of their kiddos- tap into that energy!
A4 Ts, admins, community businesses and professionals meet regularly to discuss supporting and leveling-up STEM prog. in dist/sch
There are diff coding apps/sites for varying age levels..sadly adults have more difficulty than Ss 😬
The parents are excited. The Ss are thrilled. Way to boost engagement and learning. https://t.co/VrcC7s2qOH
A4 Involve Ps and community in STEM activities- Ps are excited by the excitement of their kiddos- tap into that energy!
Don't forget to grow your with some of the here tonight!
Teachers teach teachers - building capacity w/peer observation. Blogpost boosts community pride. https://t.co/t2AoWUIqGE
excellent! Building relationships and a focus for learning!
A4. My wife invited people who code in to help her class through https://t.co/GYpoaSDxhT . Gr 1/2. Made some great connections.
A4 . Use resources like to communicate with parents and help students keep collaborating after hours!
Ss are better risk-takers than we are. That’s why they need to be in driver’s seat while we facilitate. https://t.co/pDSNb3Mqfb
There are diff coding apps/sites for varying age levels..sadly adults have more difficulty than Ss 😬
A4 I'm currently reading Mathematical Mindsets by Jo Boaler and its for parents as well as teachers & this NGSS junkie ❤️s the book
A4 https://t.co/eRGhYon1av has people in the community that will come speak to your class about their job and coding.
Have to cut out early. Goodnight & have a great week!
My 3rd grade Ss code on & saw a PK S coding there too. .
Love the pics! Keep em coming!
Q5 Share some great STEM-minded field trip ideas.
Thanks for joining. See you next week on , https://t.co/x7YtT9AaPB
Have to cut out early. Goodnight & have a great week!
We can't do it all though. Schools and Districts need to
Thanks for sharing, Kathy! https://t.co/U2ENe1NJbn
A4 I'm currently reading Mathematical Mindsets by Jo Boaler and its for parents as well as teachers & this NGSS junkie ❤️s the book
A5 We don't get many fieldtrips but tech helps us to connect w experts virtually
Have to brag-- our Science Olympian & Robotics Team got to go on a tour of SAS! Such an awesome opportunity!
Gotta run 🏋🏻 Thanks for a great night of learning! time
Thanks for the info! Need to just let my Ss loose. :)
Mind Craft/. That's what my 3rd graders love to do!
Sounds like a great resource ! I always glean great info from 's articles https://t.co/Uk0hd6IHuj
A4 I'm currently reading Mathematical Mindsets by Jo Boaler and its for parents as well as teachers & this NGSS junkie ❤️s the book
A5 and offers some STEM-minded virtual trips if you can't leave school.
A5: Amusement parks, roller skating, bowling, manufacturing plants, hikes through state parks, planetariums...so many options
A5. We are involved in Destination Imagination (). Recently took a number of kids to a 'competition'. Great opp for our Ss.
Our Midway Ss take part in wetlands research in the Waco area. Different levels do different discoveries. https://t.co/uUSjqarPxA
Q5 Share some great STEM-minded field trip ideas.
A5 I'm embarrassed to say that although we have in our backyard, we haven't been out to visit them. I need to reach out.
Same here. Mostly. Though Star Wars and Frozen are used too.
virtual field trips have really helped Title 1 rural schools. Places & speakers have no limits!
A5: Virtual field trips using VR, , are low cost ways to bring the world to the classroom.
A5 Manufacturing plant, oil refinery, power plant, local university research lab etc. instead of a museum
A5. Google Expeditions is great! If that isn't available, Google Maps Satellite is an oldie-but goodie
We've done as well..this is an amazing program that can give so much to Ss
A5 One of our favorite fieldtrips is to take the kids to Space Camp! Hands-on learning at its best!
A5 Bring the experts to you with a science or STEM day. Field trip through the school.
There are so many great ideas here on tonight!
Q5 The waterfront center allows students to observe process of condensation and differences between salt water and fresh water .
OK, we def need a Google Doc for all these amazing field trip ideas!!
it's chats like these that prompt those connections. What I love about Twitter!
Dude! So jelly... Do it - Elon Musk is all about helping out
A5. Google Hangout has the flexibility of connecting like Skype does but you can connect w/video w/multiple rooms
SO much fun. We have it in our regular schedule. Every S gets Destination Imagination for a 3rd of their year.
A5 Some zoos will give behind the scenes tours if you ask.
I was thinking earlier that we needed something like it for science but maybe we need it for STEM https://t.co/WInNvGlGJu
Sounds like a great resource ! I always glean great info from 's articles https://t.co/Uk0hd6IHuj
A4 I'm currently reading Mathematical Mindsets by Jo Boaler and its for parents as well as teachers & this NGSS junkie ❤️s the book
Even after the chat…keep the STEM ideas flowing. Just use our hashtag and revisit often.
https://t.co/6aeU0U1VgK
A5: The tighter I tried to hold the control, the more miserable WE all were. Ss need choices, need a say.
our 7th grade went to visit Nascar (hey--we are in NC!)
Q6 This is an open-ended question. What else can you share about STEM Ed?
Google Earth, Maps, and webcams make a good virtual experience to
Or our zoo lets Ts check out educational kits Or they will visit with some smaller animals- options!
A5: I've taken my Ss to Subway to order and pay on their own and figure out if the change is correct. Math-life integration
Small airport tours may work also
A6: There are numerous STEM Masters level programs now for Ts...any thoughts?
I love Have not done in years, but the Ss were challenged and loved every minute of it. https://t.co/ADHquIK3Pq
A5. We are involved in Destination Imagination (). Recently took a number of kids to a 'competition'. Great opp for our Ss.
A6. I'd love to learn more about what other Schools are doing. Is there an online learning community devoted to this?
If you like Google Maps, you'll Love Google Earth Pro - Desktop - free.
Thank goodness for tech to connect our kiddos with people and places beyond the four walls! is great to connect
Such a great fit for many kids. Fun to watch kids play.
As usual, you all really get me revved up to start the week!
A6: If your campus doesn't have stem during the year, locate stem camps for your students during the summer.
If you missed this - Here's my connected devices (mainly robots) list. It's extensive. You've been warned. -https://t.co/kPIFE8Kw2f
great idea to incorporate it in schedule for all. My niece participates in DI as a club
Great tip! has some great opportunities here in central Texas! https://t.co/hdvRotKQYM
A6: If your campus doesn't have stem during the year, locate stem camps for your students during the summer.
This is def a good article to discuss w/staff Why America’s obsession with STEM education is dangerous https://t.co/d2lA1t6s0m
This is def a good article to discuss w/staff Why America’s obsession with STEM education is dangerous https://t.co/8VUymOoNbl
A6: keep play in the forefront when thinking STEM
A6 I highly recommend FIRST Lego League for elem, FIRST Tech for MS, and FIRST Robotics for HS - real-world problem solving + FUN
Tech does connect further than our minds can even imagine! https://t.co/FIN4zB01iV
Thank goodness for tech to connect our kiddos with people and places beyond the four walls! is great to connect
Ashley- thanks for sharing! This is an amazing resource!
yes! Purposeful play..... Exploration/inquiry!!
A6 STEM ideas can be integrated into any subject.
I hope you all have an amazing week impacting the world through teaching!
Tks! I think that's how it's meant to be. So much benefit to kids to not let all of them have a chance.
A6. We r building STEM into our schedule beginning this fall for the first time. Working with the CTE director to push STEM to MS
A6 for Ts - Find research experiences at local Univ. partnering with the NSF - you get tons of experience & often a stipend
If you want to gain more knowledge on everything STEM make sure to follow
Another great chat! Good night all!
Have a great week, . We appreciate you learning alongside us. Together, we are bigger! See you next week..same place and time!
Thank you + . Great chat.
smooth sailing never made a skillful sailor https://t.co/XbSgOCYGxJ
One doesn't discover new lands unless he has courage to lose sight of the shore. - Andre Gide
Thx & & all for a great chat!
Q6 check out the paradigm , It's a nationwide competition my class is one of the 100 finalists
Thanks for sharing everyone, have a great Monday and week!
But one usually has a more experienced captain to teach how to sail.
Q6 check out the paradigm challenge stem competition !
