#TOSAchat Archive
#TOSAChat is a chat on Twitter every Monday night at 8pm PST for TOSAs (teachers on special assignment), including all edtech and instructional coaches.
Monday May 2, 2016
Welcome to . Tonight we discuss Learning Spaces. Please hare a pic/description of work station/desk. https://t.co/LM0sTlsF5h
Kelly from Lake Tahoe, CA. I have a stand up desk that adjusts up & down + 2 diff chairs I can use. Also have extra work space.
Oh, man, that would be so great to have you stay up with us for as long as you can. https://t.co/PWkzEnaWoi
I think I'm supposed to live on the West coast. I want to but it's so late!
i totally forgot to take a pic today!
Susan Stewart in Fresno. My workstation at the moment is @ Starbucks! Traditional desk in the office. https://t.co/vJn1GVMlWZ
Welcome to . Tonight we discuss Learning Spaces. Please hare a pic/description of work station/desk. https://t.co/LM0sTlsF5h
I definitely appreciate having a desk on hydraulics that I can raise and lower as needed. It’s permanently standing now though.
Kelly B from Norwalk, CA Technology integration coach MS
Hello all! Coach Ben in da house! Edtech TOSA in Salinas, CA. This was my workspace today!! https://t.co/cFdTwCJwdQ
Love it. I always love working at Starbucks too.
Hey peeps! My desk currently has 2 new iPads, a non working comp, pencils, notes, etc. Rarely sit at it. https://t.co/ptYCzuERz7
Pablo Diaz Fullerton School District Innovation Specialist. I was being laughed at today in the office and told I was nesting
Haley, instr Coach at public Montessori in Waco, TX...office in a glorified closet but I LOVE it!
Tom here from Arroyo Grande. I have a cold war era gray steel desk with an array of cold war era indestructible student desks.
Hey Kelly! Great to have you with us tonight. What’s your current work station like?
That looks like great fun! Lots of excitement in that picture!
hello I am heather Manager of tech integration and I have a standup workstation too.
on my top purchase list for the summer
However, my teaching table has a laptop, projector, audio equipment, a doc camera and is a great work station for me and Ss!
Yeah!! Heather is here!! Welcome!!!
Hi Rebekah. I find that I hardly sit at my desk too. Love my standing desk at the district office.
Questions for tonight’s are coming. Please share pictures if you have some of learning spaces. https://t.co/MpVCRajku6
Good evening
4th grade teacher from CA
I turning my little office into a makerspace/innovation place/ a place to dream and collab with co-workers
we just got new shared workspace desks. Collab table attached to 2 desks w/storage
Hey ! Amanda, math/tech TOSA. My rarely visited office looks something like this last I checked... https://t.co/7pKbL8M3JF
that's awesome Pablo! I'm looking to add another small table to my office for creation.
Welcome Haley! Great to have you with us!
5 minutes in no worries Jeremiah, math jedi, late for no reason
That’s our first question. I’m very fortunate I got that coming into my position.
I probably should have just sent a pic of the trunk of my car... that's the space I really work out of :)
A1: I would love to have a mini treadmill under my work station so I can get my steps while working.
A1: A stand up desk for sure. Any recommendations?
Hey Tom. Great to see you tonight. You ready for next week, by the way?
At least you didn't say work in!
https://t.co/Vm1UF9Mdmv
I probably should have just sent a pic of the trunk of my car... that's the space I really work out of :)
A1: I like my work space; hardly ever in office, so I’ll say self-driving car to maximize time between sites, or play on my phone.
Barb, instructional coach, I work with a multi screen set up on my stand up desk in a corner of a resource/ book room
Nice. My office is actually my backpack!!
hey guys! Isaiah Olsen from Inglewwood, ca. & I share a space and we designed ours with ikea https://t.co/uCiNGXR90K
That looks awesome Kim! Love seeing the learning happening outdoors!
Ben Lausten, district Curriculum Specialist. No pic of my current workspace: dual monitors and a couple machines for multi-tasking
Amen, sister! Same here! Mobile office! https://t.co/XMnoF4gBfF
I probably should have just sent a pic of the trunk of my car... that's the space I really work out of :)
Hi ! Ari is here, checking in late! I'd love a sitting/standing desk. I can't do just one.
LOL! I need to find a portable desk and then I'd really be set!
A1cont: I think having the wall behind and next to my work station painted with white board paint would be great!
A1: I'd like a treadmill too ! And the cat6 ports to work closer to my desk so I didn't have cable everywhere.
A1cont: I’ve wanted to create a mini makerspace for the district office this year. Maybe a project for next year.
Great point. I think some cable organizer would be another item I want to get.
love the option I have. I find w/ data entry i wander away when standing. required to sit for that.
Nice! I need a new bag... really a cart. Something sturdy to hold all my devices &math manipulatives!
A1: my phone to be at my desk, currently across the room, although I do get in a lot of steps on my fitbit that way
Stand up desk for me & small couch and table for Ts to feel relaxed when we chat...lamps lots of lamps!!
a1 treadmill would be perfect!
Howdy, ! Amy from Modesto here. :) I am not at my desk much - on my prep and when planning mostly.
i'll take a pic of my 20 ft yellow cable so you can check it out. it's kinda hilarious.
yeah, basically the same here. MacBook Air, bag and iPhone!
Me too. I’m lucky to have that kid of desk. My desk is on hydraulics but hasn’t gone down since I got it though. :)
OHMYGOSH that'd be the BEST!!
+ research shows too much of one isn't healthy either
I'd love the desk area to have an auto clean up feature. And hidden compartments.
A1: Standing desk with power, dry erase walls
sometimes we need that excuse to get up!
A1: Time to actually be in it. Or better functioning WiFi so I can use my Chromebook effectively in it.
A1cont: Having an entire wall painted green would be great. got that done w great turnaround time too.
A1) I'd love the desk area to have an auto clean up feature. And hidden compartments. It might as well be able to raise and lower
right!?? I could get a lot done, or some extra rest if someone or something just drove me from site to site!!!
fun and can we add a disco ball from the ceiling and a green screen wall?
Looks an awful lot like my space-- piles everywhere these days!
I'd like a station in the water. Maybe goggles & snorkel to go along...not sure how that would work
Oh how nice a stand-up desk would be!
A1: I love to use the little laptop desk on the couch while grading. I wish for a charging station and more room for a mouse!
A1: stand up desk for me & couch w/table for Ts to feel relaxed in when we chat...and lamps lots of lamps
my Ss think it hilarious, as soon as I sit down it rings
Wish I could do the stand-up or treadmill work station - just doesn’t work for me. :(
I get a lottta reading done on my commute
how about Rosie from the jetsons?
A1 I would love a yoga ball chair or a standing desk and some good lighting. Comfy chairs for Ts & Ss who come to me with me too.
Isaiah, that looks awesome!!!
Jumping in late ! Jessica from Oswego, IL! 7th Gr ELA/SS!
I sit on a 65 in yoga ball
We need to invent that for sure!
Don’t know what Q was, but yes, something I do to help Ts. Simple things TOSAs & coaches can do https://t.co/9vVln7H42K
a2 My friend will take over recess duty for teachers to give them extra time.
I would love a hoverboard for my class.
A1: Wishing I had a WINDOW for my current work space!!
Hidden compartments like someone posted Costanza's nap desk?
That looks like fun. Maybe I can get better at swimming too.
A1. new flexible furniture for my health class.
Oh yeah... we're lacking natural light into our space
https://t.co/JiPjOWZHwQ
A1: Wishing I had a WINDOW for my current work space!!
A1 Balance ball chairs are awesome!
love me some yoga ball! so nice for sitting on!
TweetDeck doesn't want me to like this tweet - but I do. I sooo need an auto clean up feature!
Isn’t this the truth of TOSAs! https://t.co/Ea2HK6qvUD
I probably should have just sent a pic of the trunk of my car... that's the space I really work out of :)
I wish I had a before picture. When we moved in...smh
A-1 I agree with Ari, I need a sitting and standing desk. I would like an outdoor hammock or hammock chair 4 reading too
How does know about the Jetson's? He's just a pup!
A1: I'd love some type of device for trunk that slides in and out, folds out to desk and chair, and stores my stuff neatly...
lol! That was my first thought too!
a2: oh! Oh!! a working heating/cooling system! Been wearing scarves & gloves during work for over a week now
I really hope I can. Maybe I’ll just use the ask for forgiveness than permission policy.
A1: part 2ish... essential oils. Different lighting. More comfy seating all around.
A1cont: or stand up desk for office time... I hit sitting for too long
A reading hammock would rock! event a foot hammock for under the desk would help.
You reminded me of ideas I had recently.
A1 More of an inspiring place to be everyday when in the office. It's a bit disjointed right now
A1cont: New bistro table outside my office is favorite new addition thx to BTSA team next door! Love working outside!
A-1 oh yeah, also creative space to spread out, whiteboards and sticky notes to post ideas and projects we are working on
Welcome Jessica! Glad you’re with us tonight on https://t.co/ImEdBoAqcW
Jumping in late ! Jessica from Oswego, IL! 7th Gr ELA/SS!
Me too-I run to try to get it in 3 rings! https://t.co/nn9KMRlCNH
A1: my phone to be at my desk, currently across the room, although I do get in a lot of steps on my fitbit that way
I've been wanting multiple levels... a loft for the room. https://t.co/mqVPykiLql
A reading hammock would rock! event a foot hammock for under the desk would help.
What might "hit" sitting mean?
That’s awesome that your Ss did it!
A1- I pretty much have my dream office space now. More wall space for inspiration boards, perhaps?
;p old enough to have four kids!! "it's not the age, but the miles on the chassis"
A2: flexible enviroment, movable furnature-allows for easy collab w peers, write-on surfaces, audio/projection for ALL to see/hear
Ha! Oops.... I "hate sitting" for too long :)
Lots of space to post things and make a mess or I mean organize...haha
A2) One element is flexibility with the space. Can be used effectively for different lessons
We call our office the elevator. It has “no windows and no doors, which offers a chilling challenge” weather? What’s that?
A2 flexible environment, movable furniture-allows for easy collab w peers, write-on surfaces, audio/projection for ALL to see/hear
Ahh, sweet, I sat all day, it sucked today...
A2: Places where kids can sit on the floor or sit at their desk. movable spaces that can be rearranged
Auto clean up! Genius!!! https://t.co/xXP7qx0cXK
A1) I'd love the desk area to have an auto clean up feature. And hidden compartments. It might as well be able to raise and lower
A2: Configurable for any kind of learning
A1: Surround Sound! Quality audio would be awesome.
I like that idea of wall space for inspiration boards!!!
i need it when i am office bound for sure
A2: organization (which I struggle with) to facilitate moving from class to class, I teach 3 different classes, next year 4
I met you in person, and you're even more handsome than your profile pic (:
So important and something most classrooms are missing. https://t.co/qYsVPUKKZs
A2: Configurable for any kind of learning
A2: layout Ss know. Macs go here when not in use, Math bins, Journals, etc. Organization. Nooks for rdg, light/wheely chairs
Yes! I always see those at different companies I visit & definitely want one of those chairs.
In different spaces?
https://t.co/reJrTvahqt
A2: organization (which I struggle with) to facilitate moving from class to class, I teach 3 different classes, next year 4
A2: I know of no research, but I love a classroom that feels like a coffee shop, a place to hangout and learning is cool
A2: Creative inspirations, makerspace enhancements, tablets, laptops, notepads, pencils, oh...most of all...Ss!
No you don't, Isaiah. The mind picture is something to forget.
A1:Currently have no assigned physical space. I'm a real itinerant worker, but my refuge Learning Commons & it's ok
Those ones are $$$
https://t.co/FOtaixQELv
Yes! I always see those at different companies I visit & definitely want one of those chairs.
LoL, hope you're doing well JR
does it come with a beverage cooler?
We have one room in district office that’s like that. Our TOSA weekly mtgs take place there. Great to spread illness
a2 You need organization and evidence of a routien. W/out that fancy furniture can be a distraction & a waste.
A2 Clean, Safe & Organized, but after that flexible workspace, creative& artistic wall spaces
Options are important Floor, pillows, countertop, desk, standing... let Ss work where they're comfortable https://t.co/Ode9b5l3wI
Yes! Flexibility!
Remembering the importance to reach ALL students!
https://t.co/h0VjOYQRr8
A2 flexible environment, movable furniture-allows for easy collab w peers, write-on surfaces, audio/projection for ALL to see/hear
A2) I want a space where students have taken ownership of it. It fits their learning needs
A2: cont...chalk, dry erase...
A2 Have defined and undefined zones of learning.
A2 maybe not work space related completely but good lighting & windows are a must. Space for stations. Work area w/ tech for Ss.
THIS is the answer. Craig just dropped the mic.
https://t.co/gxKgexqDPJ
A2) I want a space where students have taken ownership of it. It fits their learning needs
A2: Would love a student designed classroom
Mike from MD, EL librarian.
Yes-Windows change perspective! Get a scenic pic in place of real view :) https://t.co/xAfsu8EkZz
A1: Wishing I had a WINDOW for my current work space!!
Joann joining from NJ for my 1st
A2: The best learning spaces can change at any moment depending on the activity. Easily felxible, not an EVENT to switch it up!
I had HUGE cushions for my Ss to sit on anywhere in the room & I let them pick where they were comfortable learning
welcome! We're happy to have you!
Thanks bud. I hope you're enjoying these last weeks of school
Joe, I love how you guys always have these amazing examples! Why I love this group, imaginary=real
Yes, indeed!! Can't wait to start spreading the love in my district!
A2: Democratic use of space is vital to showing Ss that they are valued. Hate it when Ts take up 40% of space for personal things.
A2: recently Ts took the leg extensions off of tables and kids sit on the floor on pillows/rugs...cost efficient and flexible
I can make one. If someone can 3d print one for me, that would be awesome.
Welcome Joann! Great to have you join us, especially stay up with us.
A2: Lots of space for students to work, organize, and play.
Indeed, love to discuss some NGSS with you and science in general...a chemist and a physicist walk into a bar...(:
WELCOME! We're glad you're here in tonight!
agree. I had a small corner and the rest was for the Ss.
Can't believe I'm still up. Just coming from . What's up, ? Dan, from FL!
Thanks Jeremiah. is a great community. Love when Ts join us too.
woot! Welcome Dan! We've got some other east coasters tonight too!
not sure if it counts but we play math Simon Says & I let Ss draw related pics while watching content videos.
our Ts are not allowed a desk...they may have a teacher shelf/workspace
what up dan!! thank for joining us!
Welcome Dan! Great to have you join us and stay up with us for
A2 less is more -- don't fill your walls with stuff! Flexible furniture, writing surfaces on walls and on desks
Yeah... I need to empty the room and be mindful of what to put back https://t.co/tJ6GcOTlmh
A2 less is more -- don't fill your walls with stuff! Flexible furniture, writing surfaces on walls and on desks
thats one of my favorite memories from school is that cozy reading corner!
Me too - And my day starts @ 0600 - School @ 0720.
How have I never found & followed you before??? I agree with everything you are saying!
Checking in late. April K Teach from SoCal
So true! I hated sleigh desks because they were the enemy of colaboration! https://t.co/7vYX6VIqf6
A2: The best learning spaces can change at any moment depending on the activity. Easily felxible, not an EVENT to switch it up!
A2: pt3...a 21st Century Skills class in Baldwin Cnty, AL has variety of seating, tables, lighting, place of great learning!
i had a couch for a few years in my reading corner. It was awesome & Ss loved it.
A2: If someone is willing to fund it, I'd like all 4 walls to be whiteboards
agreed! Use Expo markers on desks...easy to wipe off!
Haha surprised we haven't been in more chats together
https://t.co/xEDMjM12jd
How have I never found & followed you before??? I agree with everything you are saying!
Glad to be here. Thx for the warm welcome! Looking forward to it.
Yes! Above all, Ss favorite spot always ended up being curled up in library corner w/ good book
hi April! Glad you made it!
A3 in teaching: let Ss work outside under tree, picnic tables on back patio, walk the campus to learn about our environment
thats beast mode for sure
A2: no single desks. ew. Ss able to draw on whiteboard. Collab. Stations.
A3: As a STEAM Coach, I always favor integration. Integrating outdoor ed is very important!
. I like a collegiate use of space, the T is the leader and gets space accordingly, but can't design a staff lounge
Love how similar my colleague Hilary & I are. So glad I get the privilege of working with her! https://t.co/bVE3b4ixJD
A2 less is more -- don't fill your walls with stuff! Flexible furniture, writing surfaces on walls and on desks
thanks! Make it out of legos first!
A2: Text- and meaning- rich environment with access to resources
A3 in coaching: walkabouts as TOSA team to develop & plan PD during think-talk-walk sessions right ? more steps...
A3 Yes! Teachers loved our STEAM learning walk PD!
A3: It's hard w/ tech PD but doable! Where would u want to be if u lived in Tahoe?
A3: Fresh air does wonders to the brain! Sometimes you just need to get back and get out!
A3 in PD: we’re big on cornhole and ladderball in FSD...we play in it PD sessions & Ts/Ss play at school too!
And Minecraft - so you can take a virtual tour of it!
a3 I didn't do it but someone in talked about taking a group walk during a PD. I love that idea.
Every year I had a couch in my class. 1 year I had about 6 beanbags too. Ss loved em
A3: Higher ceilings = better for creativity. Go outdoors if you want them to be innovative/creative
A3 geeeking!!! Will have a door connecting library to contained green space next year!! Outdoor readalouds, exploration/obs
A3- We had an photo walk ice breaker planned, but ended up doing something else.
. When you combine this issue with Ts who are hoarders it ruins the instructional environment!
We have a garden. Which is amazing! We've also done outside explorations for shapes, words, colors, usually leads to writing act
A3: its Sci, we are outside all the time! Ss go outside to screencast, for labs, to test designs
A3) Occasionally we'll have a group work just outside the room.
Also, go enjoy reading outdoors.
A3 kids write stories/poetry around campus. Put up QR codes of their writing where they wrote. Digital graffiti
Love our walk and talks . https://t.co/TR0lyaQGYG
A3 in coaching: walkabouts as TOSA team to develop & plan PD during think-talk-walk sessions right ? more steps...
A3: Whenever we can, our TOSA team takes walks. Walk & Talk helps w processing and brainstorming.
i can feel the cozy already!
a3: my room was an extension/one piece of the larger environment so I started rethinking how I use those other pieces, too
A3 I have never done PD outside but that is a great idea! I used to take my Ss out to read in the spring. Calming influence.
Shelves and shelves and shelves of books - and comfortable places to dig in! https://t.co/I4CUNLcaww
Yes! Above all, Ss favorite spot always ended up being curled up in library corner w/ good book
i need to start doing this with my team. it's so needed after a dreary winter! https://t.co/0rmxaWdrPy
A3: Whenever we can, our TOSA team takes walks. Walk & Talk helps w processing and brainstorming.
. we have a couch in our TOSA office...tech therapy couch!
A3.2 EOY walking field trip to public lib after Summer Rdg Prog presentations
if i only had room...my chairs are pretty comfy though.
A3: When in classroom, my Ss loved having silent reading time outside - often on the play structure.
Told you we should have gotten that chaise longue at Ikea! https://t.co/cFw5lxLEp4
. we have a couch in our TOSA office...tech therapy couch!
lol... I am currently looking for a sponsor for a coach!
I can imagine how important it is to get outdoors at Tahoe.
A3: Walks, hikes on wkends, sending kids outside to shoot video, bringing in video I took to inspire.
Walking breaks. Check. Adding that to the daily schedule. Great idea!
We just joked about a day at . Important to get Ss/Ts out in the fresh air!
a3: we want our learning to extend beyond the walls of the classroom, so our teaching should, too
. We could do an entire rant-chat on this!
Love this idea!! https://t.co/nXrcKa8QWg
A3 kids write stories/poetry around campus. Put up QR codes of their writing where they wrote. Digital graffiti
A3: haven’t yet moved outside the classroom walls, but have plans for next year. Love reading your great ideas .
I think that’s the 8th open tab from tonight
Popping in super late for a topic I'm stoked abt! Yay, flex learning spaces! Nicole from Campbell, btw
welcome friend to the north!
Definitely important to get outdoor for fresh air and processing time.
welcome! There's no such thing as late to
A3: I’ve incorporated outdoor space in PDs a lot. Great to go outside for icebreaker events rather than staying indoors all day.
come visit us in Fullerton Ben!!! You're welcome to have some couch time!
I've seen has dry-erase tabletops in her classroom! ()
a3: allowing students to work outside independently with their chrome books and they love it.
Welcome Nicole. Glad you made it!
Bring the crazy cogswell crew!! Small minions to test fun on!
you can crash in Pablo's RV!!! it's also his studio, so late night greenscreen sesh too!
. Even spontaneous mini-fields trips on campus get Ss imagination. HS Ss love walkin' and talkin.
I had a “runner” of whiteboard space in middle of tables.
the fun keeps getting bigger!!
Or have them do assignments using smartphones to capture learning experiences
A3: iPad Scavengar Hunt & Nature walks
sounds relaxing for sure!
Always good because we get our step count up too. :)
A3: We go outside lots in my physics classes. Explored circular motion with human pinwheels and bowling ball obstacle courses.
speaking of which have u done your projects yet?
My 6th graders LOVE the breathing room that outside provides to sprawl out w/ their chromebooks Plus, that fresh air tho.
Ooo, do you have an example of iPad Scavenger Hunt?
I want them in my house, but the wife boss won't like. Maybe I'll just ask forgiveness
Check out the above article.
no, but I looks wicked awesome!
Yes! Would love to do a photo walk, too.
Jump aboard!! I'm all about FT and bringing the real world to the learning environment
A3: part something... A MS math T in Baldwin Cnty, AL does a math scavenger hunt in downtown Fair Hope.
Maybe she can use it too - to write the honey do list. :)
. Even spontaneous mini-field trips on campus get Ss imagination. HS Ss love walkin' and talkin.
A3: Throw eggs at sheets and water balloon tosses to discuss impulse. Kinematics races, etc. It's like sneaking in extra PE.
A4- Watching these answers, because I'm a digital packrat. Help me!
Glad to be of assistance (:
I used to do a hula hooping lab! :)
Can you imagine how LONG that list would be?
A4: & they save me daily.
Do you use too? We have a few coaches who do & challenge each other
A4 I need help in this area
Skip the quiet. As long as noise doesn't affect S learning.
sorry Heather. one Sky was working on with a photo scanvenger hunt of sorts
A4) Much of our digital space learning is housed within our class site, and Google Classroom
A3: We'd go out & read in the garden, do geometry lessons on the blacktop/playground, scavenger hunts
a4 Our district LMS (Haiku) Google Classroom, Google Drive, building a website
A4 on my website & are my faves
A4: GAFE has definitely been a wonderful digital resource for organizing learning. For Ts, Ss, and all.
Exactly...my classroom wasn't only quiet when we weren't there
Agree! All of GAFE is a huge help for organization. https://t.co/E7AHNEHPbi
A4: GAFE has definitely been a wonderful digital resource for organizing learning. For Ts, Ss, and all.
A4: Drive & Classroom, both have made me so much more organized its incredible
It got so quiet, I was scared (:
A4.2 Oh duh, forgot Google Classroom & Drive for quick sharing
My drive is getting crowded. https://t.co/XSv58se3HZ
A4: Drive & Classroom, both have made me so much more organized its incredible
q4: instead of posters, I created references sheets in an iBook organized by subject and downloaded them on all class iPads
A4: OneTab helps keep my Chrome organized so I dont get out out control!!
A4: Padlet to curate/showcase; Feedly to push to me
A3: we have farm Fridays were Ts and Ss spend half of the day outside tending to the gardens and chickens/fish prek to 6th grade
I love old school with new purposes
A4: All things GAFE, WeVideo, now adding iPads and iMovie...
We do center rotations, including : computers, iPads, listening center w/ iPad & Epic app, green scr vids - inspired
Keep is a 2 do list that does tons.Youcanbookme lets ts make appts w/u based on ur calendar
A4.3? Primary Ss have iPads, so they're partial to Drive & now SeeSaw
A4: not sure if this counts: created a poll in GForms, asked Ss seating preferences they'd like to see in classrm. Shared results
Nice! Students learn so much through this work https://t.co/Aa7JEdb5aq
A3: we have farm Fridays were Ts and Ss spend half of the day outside tending to the gardens and chickens/fish prek to 6th grade
A4: Of course has been great. Like the Padlet that rules all Padlets.
I love using OneTab for sharing a ton of links too. Great way to share lots of extensions at once.
A4: Best thing I did this yr was to build a Google site for staff. 1 stop shop for calendars, PLC, team info, notes, etc.
with GAFE we have unlimited storage, no clue what I will do if I leave for a district that doesn't have GAFE
for sure!! it is so versatile!!
who needs organization in drive when you can search for anything by voice?
time to reorganize it! aka MORE FOLDERS! at least that's how i do it...
A4: HYPERDOCS! Google Slides! YouTube, Haiku, Google Drive... my iPhone camera roll. Still need to get into Google photos!
This definitely counts. Great way to organize the learning & learning spaces. https://t.co/hPcnaYrDPd
A4: not sure if this counts: created a poll in GForms, asked Ss seating preferences they'd like to see in classrm. Shared results
all things google, classroom, sites blogger and much more.
A4 websites (mostly gsites and google docs
A4 My Drive is pretty crowded too. I like using big post-it paper, if it's out of site it's out of mind. haha
A4 I need help on this one! I do have a laptop & iPad as well as desk top with a large screen for when I have to do all my data!
yay! SO glad that Coffee Break lives on!!!
i had a t tell me she can't find anything in drive. My answer was um...search? lol!
You are putting ideas into action! https://t.co/eVBbiyDmvK
Walking breaks. Check. Adding that to the daily schedule. Great idea!
Wow you've got lots of open spaces call your schedule montana (:
I take so many pictures I know it will help with organization, but I just can't seem to get going with it... best tip?
love google photos! it's an awesome tool!
I'm trying...that's my confession tonight... :O)
Google Photos is amazing! Big part of my Google Tools for couples underground session
A4: I just learned how to organize all my docs in Drive through the File
agree with Kelly! just ask
A4 I do use Google calendars for my appointments w/ Ss. Sending the email helps both of us remember! I use blogger for journaling.
I still like my folders! https://t.co/Pg2oipVwd5
who needs organization in drive when you can search for anything by voice?
I need to set up a website. I still haven't done that yet. Any good suggestions?
Ryan totally convinced me and it's as amazing as it appears.
try using to automate iPhone pics to Google photos?
Kara from Kennewick coming late to the party. Celebrating a birthday. (mine!) Time to catch up!!
I think I’m bc that’s news to me.
what session is that Ari? sounds rad!
My entire drive is all folders. I hate a messy anything, especially digitally speaking
My problem occurs when the file I'm searching is in another account https://t.co/bhKDaBYSm2
don't get me started on this...seriously...I keep mine organized, but you can literally google it
i know right?! It's seriously amazing.
I definitely like the ease of What do you think ?
Checking. If not here… at school. Can send tomorrow.
A4: Google Calendar (personal and work calendars FTW), Drive. Started the year with - also exploring
A4- I've been able to keep afloat in my digital chaos because I have a good memory.
Weebly is pretty easy. Drag & Drop. I struggle with Google Sites. too much/complicated. End result is too.
Ever notice how anyone claims about a messy person, but never a organized person... Just saying
Thanks would love to see an example.
would love to see this for sure
you should try youcanbookme then! it has Gcalendar integration and will send confirmation email.
I've create in three different platforms. Wix & Weebly are easy to start with.
I know...now that I've made my May goal w Google 1 & 2, I can move onto Photos!
That's organization and intersecting life interests
A4 cont: Also...I live and die by by Google Calendar.
I’m just using the free features. I think Kelly went pro.
When is TOSA appreciation week???
my memory isn't good enough to recall all doc names. Need the folders too.
A4: part 2...Oh! And Spreaker!
i share all my work folders w/ my personal account.
I do have some recipes set up for photos, but not to Google Photos...yet. Thanks for the idea Shea!
Yes! Me too. It’s kind of evolved into a type of journal for me too. https://t.co/khslve4OtC
A4 cont: Also...I live and die by by Google Calendar.
I need the characters. https://t.co/ft5Jzxdn8O
I've never done it but it would be Google Keep, Calendar, Photos, Gmail & Hangouts to facilitate collaboration
A5: every so often we blow something up, not always metaphorically speaking
yes I have the pro. LOVE It and worth the $40 a year.
I needed more characters. https://t.co/GMLaIMqWKN
it started out of being a married couple but it really could work for any team of teachers, coaches, admins, etc.
A4: Digital resources - 2nd time using tweetdeck & easier What a diff @
A4 I use naming conventions that are simple and make sense to me. Then, I put the spotlight tool to work!
A5 peace and serenity? not lately. but exercise helps
A5: hammock time! a lot of it. Walks w my friend & weekend trips slow stroll Huntington Beach @ low tide
A5: hammock time! a lot of it. Walks w my friend & weekend trips slow stroll Huntington Beach @ low tide
Here is a Google site I made to show parents what Ss are doing with iPads & to share tools w/Ts. https://t.co/N9zMuHYlHh
a5 making lists of those simple things within my control and taking a moment to get them done
no need for ifttt for google photos it can be automatic.
A5: I go to a coffee shop where no one knows me and enjoy a pourover
A5- I nap and get a good night's sleep.
a5 Learning to understand what is and is not within my control. & Lots of breathing techniques.
A5: I start each period with a 10 min meditation w/my Ss on .com. They ask for it if I forget a day! Helps w/transitions
A5: Being a part of group has really been great.
A5 serenity thru edchats, fam, music, jokes w Tfriends
A5 Hops and Barley help but when thats not available, a team you can count on helps loads
I've been trying to do this more.
A-3 Highland Springs Resort-Lavender Farm-wonderful atmosphere for PD, I want to do a summer Edcamp https://t.co/JoSG9hIcy9
A5: love the app Headspace
A5: Video games, Netflix, and chocolate al help me stay somewhat sane!!
A5: Mental Space... Exercise, journaling, prayer, wkly mtg with friends & a healthy dose of Fear the Walking Dead.
YAY! total game changer!!!
A5: This 2nd year teacher is not yet convinced that peace & serenity throughout school year is possible. Maybe watching bunnies?
I'm a fan of good tunes
https://t.co/4KmfniVjAr
A5: Video games, Netflix, and chocolate al help me stay somewhat sane!!
Oh, yeah! And kitten videos on Facebook... https://t.co/NzltTHdbYf
A5: This 2nd year teacher is not yet convinced that peace & serenity throughout school year is possible. Maybe watching bunnies?
or going for a hike in your neck of the woods, it's so amazing
arent' you supposed to be on the elliptical? lol
A5 cont: And when meditation doesn't work, there's wine.
YES! with no zombies chasing us, right Hans?!
A5 Podcasts, voxer and singing very loudly
that one too! Love my Sonos!
If you're not following
Do so now https://t.co/AXxikIzDAI
Oh, yeah! And kitten videos on Facebook... https://t.co/NzltTHdbYf
A5: This 2nd year teacher is not yet convinced that peace & serenity throughout school year is possible. Maybe watching bunnies?
A5: Netflix Binging works in the middle of the night, too
A5) Fan of watching sports too... A's game is on now.
So do this on nights i can't sleep
works you through breathing exercises & talks you through stress management how to approach struggles step by step
i dunno how he can tweet and do the elliptical!
A5:Reading brings me serenity... Need to schedule in more time for non-work/school reading
love me some Sunday Broncos games!!
A5 if working with data too much, I get up and walk around the building, visit classrooms, chat with Ts & Ss. Laugh w/colleagues.
How many of us can say this is our goal too? Probably many many of us. https://t.co/Rt5SGIn7zE
A5:Reading brings me serenity... Need to schedule in more time for non-work/school reading
a5: taking time out (even just by taking a deep breath) to gain perspective
Giants won! :) A's who? Haha I kid.
I do that on vacations...except for I can't unplug from that on vacations! I need more vacays in my life!
LOL Much more of a Giants fan... I do love baseball though
https://t.co/Rpn2xrp82l
Giants won! :) A's who? Haha I kid.
a5 take time out to check in, even just by saying hi, to a friend
haha! I'm heading form to tonight!
The pile's on my coffee table... Just need to jump in!
A5:my kids & I start the day blasting our fav music getting our minds right for day it's our "quiet" time https://t.co/pBtEqrhiHy
you need for your food photos!
thanks! The kids hike miles w/ us too. They love the outdoors too!
We definitely need to do that more often too. :)
Can it be automated to upload to more than one Google Account?
The pile by my bedside has grown almost as tall as I am.
. We need to do Walk and Talks.
Wow! What a great family experience.
awwww SNAP! she got you! :O)
you and Tim need to visit Tahoe this summer so we can all hang out. Sit on the deck & have some cocktails. :)
Gotta love baseball! Best sport on Earth! And fun to use as a teaching tool too.
love it! Time with the kiddos is always awesome.
I like eating at outdoor seating at restaurants. People watching is calming to me.
no. =( if you have more than 1 gmail account you have to pic a default.
Work around is create a shared album and share it w/your other accounts.
i totally agree Joe! There's some awesome restaurants on the lake.
Random question for u peeps
1.Can you recommend any articles/blogs on the honors debate?
2.What are your personal honors opinions
OMG!! LOVE me some NACHOOOOOooooooOOOOOO!!!
A6: hoping to turn old computer lab into a maker space, just gotta sell it to the higher ups
and I agree baseball is the BEST!
A6) Next step with classroom space is to purge and revamp
a6: I'd like to work with my coworkers to inventory & re-org our physical materials and make a warmer working space
A5 cont. I am a big fan of napping! Binge watching Netflix. Escaping in a good book. ❤️mindless games on my iPad. Tweeting w/PLNs
hope its not to much to purge!
A6: working on my district's redesign committee to find more flex. learning friendly furniture. My room is one of the pilots!
Good point! I love all of those things. That and my snuggly 8 year old. <3
A6: to not be afraid to change things up furniture wise.
A6: More makerspace greatness. Increasing use of available tech. More hiking for me. Lassen, Pinnacles, Central Coast. Tahoe?
A5: Faith and family get me through everything!
Were we separated at birth? https://t.co/IhB8bkOkFx
A5 cont. I am a big fan of napping! Binge watching Netflix. Escaping in a good book. ❤️mindless games on my iPad. Tweeting w/PLNs
A6 My next space, is to have a better idea of what I can offer to make us better together.
then she must be pretty rad!!!
A6: BIG next step is clearing my garage of classroom supplies. It’ll help Classroom Space & Mental Space https://t.co/yXmPbgybhs
A6 looking forward to driving to and a 3 week road trip to Yellowstone.
I used to sit at John Wayne for hrs making up stories of people passing by
a6 Hopefully we get some space 4 PD, we are always roving. It'd be nice to have a sample learning environment when we facilitate.
Aw. Sounds like we need to get together soon for that.
That'd be cool. Like a showcase room. https://t.co/sgmZAKbG4G
a6 Hopefully we get some space 4 PD, we are always roving. It'd be nice to have a sample learning environment when we facilitate.
A6:redesign some classrooms w/ willing Ts.
What might you do to change this?
A6: saw a future ready classroom: middle of room empty, students where in chairs on the side with devices prepping to teach class
A6: cont. Need to do a better job of going to bed earlier and disconnecting too.
That’s awesome, Ben! Wine to Waves Challenge - it’s an open tab for me to check out later.
🎶you may say I'm a dreamer but I'm not the only one 🎶
& that's why i don't mind flight delays.
A6 Tryna not lose my mind & make our redesign work for all learners, ignore naysayers & obstacles, prob solve
A6 Instead of wall to wall whiteboards, maybe interactive walls and 3d modeling would be a good start https://t.co/N5DyaKf1Tn
That’ll work - Colorado can be the summer work for
I would love to take naps again.
So sad I missed ! Track practice ran late (pun intended!) and then family dinner. Looks like it has been a great chat!
A6: Working on my Very excited about getting it up and running.
ill be there this summer!!
I've summited Mt. Lassen! Did my undergrad at Simpson in Redding! So beautiful up there!
Sounds like important work that will help everyone on the TOSA team.
A6: Take further next year, & organize areas of my life through (I'm buried in Post-Its and they get lost)
You too?! Some of those stories could have been Soap scripts
A6 I think the first step is the physical space in my office. Work on the lighting. Get a better chair. Find time to relax daily
Now that’s combining two great ideas!
me too. Snuck one in on Saturday while the kids were playing next door and it was awesome.
For me it was Shields Library at UC Davis.
+ more hours to the day? Not giving up that's for sure!
A6:Working on revamping lrning spaces for Ts in district-- online options, untypical mtg locations, unique PD set-ups, etc
A6- get out of the office and onto the track next to our bungalow.
Maybe start with a run around the block.
Thank you everyone! :)
Appreciate you all!!!
A6: Please lead me to the oracle for NGSS & put me out my misery. Anyone?
The 12th open tab from tonight
A6: cleaning out my google drive this summer and some closets in my house that are driving me crazy right now!
… and the world will live as one.
i have filters on my fluorescent lights. Helps drastically!
my girl & I do this@ the beach & waiting on disneyland lines.
Now that’s a great way to think positively in that situation!
it's one of the most amazing rooms I've ever seen! Thanks to for sharing it! He saw it IRL!
