#dtk12chat Archive

Please join us for a weekly conversation about design thinking in K12 education. We will have a variety of moderators with a wide range and depth of design thinking experiences. Each week, we will connect the dots to the design thinking methodology and how it can and will play a bigger role in today’s K12 educational arena.

Wednesday October 10, 2018
9:00 PM EDT

  • Ed_by_design Oct 10 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    #dtk12chat. Welcome to the DTK12 power hour. We're tag teaming the hosts tonight. But the topic is below. First question is one of intros. coming up in a minute.
  • Ed_by_design Oct 10 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Q1 (see image) #dtk12chat
  • scitechyEDU - Moderator Oct 10 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Hey Gary I’m mary via Atlanta my favorite vehicle is a mini-van #dtk12chat Thanks 4 being the Lead MOD tonight esp 1 handed! Woohoo
  • GHSTEAMchic Oct 10 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    A1: Jill from MN a bike when weather and time allows is always my favorite mode of transportation. Thanks for leading the convo tonight Garry! #dtk12chat
  • ElaBenUr Oct 10 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    I'm Ela from Cambridge, MA just joining #dtk12chat. Favorite vehicles? Bicycles, especially now that we're back to family adventures on them with both girls able to ride.
    In reply to @Ed_by_design
  • scibri Oct 10 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Hi. Brian here from North Carolina. I am 1st year DT/Challenge Based instructor in a high school so I am excited about tonight's chat #dtk12chat
  • LSpencerEdD Oct 10 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    Laura, Exec Dir of Innovation & Design in San Diego. Fave vehicle is the Jeep we are bringing back to life #dtk12chat
  • GHSTEAMchic Oct 10 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    woah! That will be a fun project - and fun when it's complete #dtk12chat
    In reply to @LSpencerEdD
  • Ed_by_design Oct 10 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    #dtk12chat Gary from outside Philadelphia, PA My favorite vehicle is a book...I can go anywhere!
  • LSpencerEdD Oct 10 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Agreed. Towed it home from a field where it sat 15 years. The IG page charts our progress 👍🏼 #dtk12chat
    In reply to @GHSTEAMchic
  • njkraai Oct 10 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Nate from Nashville. Love my road bike. Especially out of the city where I won’t get run over. Oh yeah, I run an empathy based Makerspace at an elementary school. #dtk12chat
  • lblanken Oct 10 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Laura here, Philly, favorite vehicle used to be Big Wheel. Now? I like trains a lot. :) #dtk12chat
  • LSpencerEdD Oct 10 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Welcome! Glad you’re here tonight. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @scibri
  • Ed_by_design Oct 10 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    Q1 proper--Inspired by @quickmuse and Forbes Mag. Here you go #dtk12chat
  • DKriedeman Oct 10 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    Doug from Oceanside CA! #dtk12chat
  • quickmuse Oct 10 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    Kenneth Drew Gordon, fresh back from picking up my daughter, reporting for chat, #dtk12chat!
  • mathcoach45 Oct 10 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    Tonya F Hines, Math Specialist K -6, VA #dtk12chat
  • LSpencerEdD Oct 10 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    I really love that distinction on your makerspace #dtk12chat
    In reply to @njkraai
  • ElaBenUr Oct 10 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    That's fantastic. My 7-year-old has just discovered that for herself and was "with" Leonardo DaVinci in the Mary Pope Osborne chapter book she poured through in one sitting tonight. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @Ed_by_design
  • lndeutsch - Moderator Oct 10 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    me too! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @LSpencerEdD, @njkraai
  • mindyahrens1 Oct 10 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    Mindy here from @sisuacademy in San Diego. Love my Jeep Wrangler! #dtk12chat
  • lblanken Oct 10 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    I'm at The Baldwin School in Bryn Mawr. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @Ed_by_design
  • lndeutsch - Moderator Oct 10 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    Hey there! Ellen hopping in a little late! #dtk12chat
  • LSpencerEdD Oct 10 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    If by hay you mean saying “good job” while watching the guys push it onto the trailer, then yes. Yes I did 😜 https://t.co/Feiq3lpyDY #dtk12chat
    In reply to @Ed_by_design, @GHSTEAMchic
  • DKriedeman Oct 10 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A1: Using additive language. Saying, "Yes, AND…” or “Wow, please tell me more!” #dtk12chat
  • am_gallagher - Moderator Oct 10 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    Hi all! Alyssa joining from SoCal - have a few minutes between kids basketball practices and dinner #dtk12chat
  • quickmuse Oct 10 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A1 The wise @tom_peters would tell you to have LUNCH with lots of people--from various parts of the faculty and staff. #dtk12chat Chat and eat and get to know everyone--and you'll become a more effective teacher and empathic colleague.
    In reply to @Ed_by_design, @tom_peters
  • scibri Oct 10 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A1 I think that in talking with S or T, we often hear about things that are problems (cafeteria line, dismissals, tardies, etc). By using DT, we can work to really understand the problem #dtk12chat We need to listen & understand the problem and its impact
  • LSpencerEdD Oct 10 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    I love when kids get absorbed in books. It makes my heart sing #dtk12chat
    In reply to @ElaBenUr, @Ed_by_design
  • am_gallagher - Moderator Oct 10 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A1 Chatting with other parents at drop-off & pickup I learn so much about what is/isn't working for kids at schools. So fascinating #dtk12chat
  • mathcoach45 Oct 10 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A1: I'm currently involved in the Design Thinking process focusing on 2 to 3 hot button topics. I think intrinsic motivation with today's students would be a good Design Thinking topic. #dtk12chat
  • mindyahrens1 Oct 10 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A1: When I was teaching elementary, observing recess always resulted in needs to design around! #dtk12chat
  • quickmuse Oct 10 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    “You can always count on a murderer for a fancy prose style.” --Nabokov. Hmm. Maybe that's not what you were looking for. How about: Yeah, very tricky! That'll do. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @Ed_by_design, @ElaBenUr
  • lndeutsch - Moderator Oct 10 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    i got your message today! yes, we will talk soon.. for real! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @am_gallagher
  • GHSTEAMchic Oct 10 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A1: Lots of 'drive by' convos w/staff about tech questions, supply needs, current projects.. need to be better at slowing down, following up, not jumping to quick & easy answer, but explore w/them how DT might infuse in #dtk12chat
  • LSpencerEdD Oct 10 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A1: listening to understand. Asking questions. (Trying to) Hold off on jumping to solutions to allow for reflection on the issue. #dtk12chat
  • lblanken Oct 10 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    I love doing that. I aim for twice a week at least. I also try to walk around and chat with folks. So many ideas generated that way. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @quickmuse, @Ed_by_design, @tom_peters
  • quickmuse Oct 10 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    All politics is local (comme on dit). #dtk12chat
    In reply to @Ed_by_design, @scibri
  • DKriedeman Oct 10 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    That also feeds the “Tell our story” side of schools. What is the message parents hear vs, what we communicated. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @am_gallagher
  • njkraai Oct 10 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    #dtk12chat
    • njkraai Oct 10 @ 9:16 PM EDT
      A1: Slowing things down. We rush around at work but taking that extra minute to ask why and being more relational with staff can bring about opportunities for DT.
      In reply to @Ed_by_design, @quickmuse
  • LSpencerEdD Oct 10 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A1: Started Walk n Talks with Principals this year to help them notice culture on their campus. Eye-opening learning for us both as we do so #dtk12chat
  • K8steMn Oct 10 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A1. Rick from Mn. 3-5 science teacher, maker co-leader of school makerspace. Favorite vehicle: my feet. It was marathon weekend in Mn last weekend. #dtk12chat
  • lndeutsch - Moderator Oct 10 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    @schoolretool Shadow a Student Challenge good way 2 build empathy for S experience. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @lblanken, @quickmuse, @Ed_by_design, @tom_peters, @schoolretool
  • quickmuse Oct 10 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    I need to be better about lunch. #dtk12chat As an English major introvert, I often (maybe too often) have lunch with a book.
    In reply to @lblanken, @Ed_by_design, @tom_peters
  • scibri Oct 10 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    It is amazing how much you can pick up with what we used to call "casual conversation." People have a lot that they want to share #dtk12chat
    In reply to @am_gallagher
  • am_gallagher - Moderator Oct 10 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    Yes! There is so much to learn just by observing on the playground. Also lots in learn in teacher/faculty lounges... no shortage of opportunities for redesign being shared there! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @mindyahrens1
  • mindyahrens1 Oct 10 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    Building trust with parents always provides opportunities for redesigns #dtk12chat
    In reply to @DKriedeman, @am_gallagher
  • LSpencerEdD Oct 10 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    Right where it should be! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @njkraai
  • GHSTEAMchic Oct 10 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    Agreed! Also interesting to watch the norms & behaviors at each grade. The playground/field is a different place, different feel for each grade #dtk12chat
    In reply to @mindyahrens1
  • scibri Oct 10 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    Definitely - You also want to think about self regulation as well (maybe focused with tech) #dtk12chat Love this idea.
    In reply to @mathcoach45
  • quickmuse Oct 10 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    No Office Day is a good one for admins! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @lndeutsch, @lblanken, @Ed_by_design, @tom_peters, @schoolretool
  • mindyahrens1 Oct 10 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    A1: A "fun" design challenge to work on WITH parents- redesign the drop off/pick up experience. #dtk12chat
  • scibri Oct 10 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    Very true #dtk12chat For some S to be listened to is a big deal and very empowering for them
    In reply to @quickmuse, @Ed_by_design
  • mathcoach45 Oct 10 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    A1: lt would be beneficial to hear from teachers and allow the them opportunity to be transparent about their interactions with students daily #dtk12chat #intrinsicmotivation #milleniumkids #differentapproach #monarchleads
  • GHSTEAMchic Oct 10 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    Oh man - that's brilliant! Considering I don't have a current method and frequently rely on the other person to send me an email to follow up! That, or start carrying post-it's in my pocket! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @Ed_by_design
  • K8steMn Oct 10 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    A1. lots of conversation with parents. they have great ideas/contacts. They are a great resource for things that the students are thinking/excited about. #dtk12chat
  • DKriedeman Oct 10 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    My Man @Healyhailmary and I always dreamed about a rolling standup desk for all over campus! #dtk12chat
  • lndeutsch - Moderator Oct 10 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    and adults. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @scibri, @quickmuse, @Ed_by_design
  • quickmuse Oct 10 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    MBWA! https://t.co/28XS2wIOzL #dtk12chat TBWA!
    In reply to @Ed_by_design, @lblanken, @tom_peters
  • ElaBenUr Oct 10 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    #dtk12chat A1. Home, school, & communities are full of everyday challenges—exciting and/or worrying ones. I find that when we tune into high emotions we can bring them to light and be part of collectively moving them forward. A bit different than finding & fixing problems though.
    In reply to @Ed_by_design, @quickmuse
  • am_gallagher - Moderator Oct 10 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    so true - I think the challenge is pausing to REALLY listen. I was a part of a session last week that asked people to pair off & respond to the prompt "This is what's real for me today.." We literally only spent 4 mins each and it was amazing how much we both learned! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @scibri
  • Ed_by_design Oct 10 @ 9:21 PM EDT
  • quickmuse Oct 10 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    I suspect that we'd have plenty o'lunches if we worked at the same joint--books be damned! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @Ed_by_design, @lblanken, @tom_peters
  • GHSTEAMchic Oct 10 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    100% what I need to be better at. Struggle between trying to not add things to my list or their list and recognizing when some want/need an immediate answer vs looking to further conversations & opportunities #dtk12chat
    In reply to @LSpencerEdD
  • Ed_by_design Oct 10 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    Q2 here you go #dtk12chat
  • lndeutsch - Moderator Oct 10 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    intense time for these kind of convos now. #empathy2action #dtk12chat
    In reply to @am_gallagher, @scibri
  • LSpencerEdD Oct 10 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    Yes they do. And they love being heard and appreciated #dtk12chat
    In reply to @K8steMn
  • DKriedeman Oct 10 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    Have you tried too sit shoulder to shoulder facing opposite ways? It removes the nonverbal element and other distractions to focus on hearing what was said. Great activity. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @am_gallagher, @scibri
  • scibri Oct 10 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    Just to be present and focused on the other person can be amazing - it helps to build mindfulness as well #dtk12chat
    In reply to @am_gallagher
  • LSpencerEdD Oct 10 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    Me too ... hence the “trying” part. I’m a driver. I like to fix things quickly and keep moving forward #dtk12chat
    In reply to @GHSTEAMchic
  • scibri Oct 10 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    Great idea - I love that #dtk12chat
    In reply to @DKriedeman, @am_gallagher
  • GHSTEAMchic Oct 10 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    Congrats! Did not run myself, but know it was great running weather! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @K8steMn
  • njkraai Oct 10 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    Would love your thoughts. After the chat of course. 😀 #dtk12chat
  • LSpencerEdD Oct 10 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    This article goes nicely with Q1: https://t.co/TZxvHhH762 #dtk12chat
  • scibri Oct 10 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A2 Love the connection to Anthro (it was my minor) Love the idea of teaching S to be ethnographers so they can really understand the human experience of others #dtk12chat
  • K8steMn Oct 10 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A2: Having the students interview potential "clients" makes a huge difference. Teaching them to have a list of questions to start is great, but it is best when they go off script. They learn a great deal. Takes time, but worth it. #dtk12chat
  • mathcoach45 Oct 10 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    Q2: We stress use of Math Talk which requires students not only to focus on the instruction, but they must be intentional in listening to their peers as well. #dtk12chat #mathtalk #listeningdifferently #everyonesthoughtsmatter #monarchleads
  • MrAleoSays Oct 10 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    Q2: It's about providing opportunities and contexts for them to acknowledge the commonality of their experiences, despite perceived differences. The realization they have more in common than they believed opens the curiosity/empathy floodgates. #dtk12chat
  • scibri Oct 10 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    This skill has to be built over time in my experience #dtk12chat Also helping them develop insight based on responses is key
    In reply to @K8steMn
  • GHSTEAMchic Oct 10 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    I'm roomless right now so would totally dig one of those right now too! I've already lost my dongle and spent a good 10 minutes searching down my water bottle today! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @DKriedeman, @Healyhailmary
  • DKriedeman Oct 10 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A2: I work with adults now so I talk about being in the same “Space” (E.G. Location, mindset, timing, or positional - (Big-small,small big)). #dtk12chat
  • njkraai Oct 10 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    When I meet with a team of teachers about a DT project, I’ve started forcing myself to not come with preconceived ideas. I speak very little on purpose. I want them to buy-in so they must help lead. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @LSpencerEdD
  • lndeutsch - Moderator Oct 10 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A3: lessons, discussion, & regular practice around listening & observing. What do facial expressions & body language tell us? My Story, Yorur Story is one activity I use. What do you notice? What did you hear, not hear? Embedded throughout everything. Not just 4 DT #dtk12chat
  • am_gallagher - Moderator Oct 10 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    sometimes I feel like it's cheating because I am having these conversations parent 2 parent, not school staff 2 parent - which means I get all the goods. I try to make notes on my phone but need to get better about it. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @Ed_by_design, @scibri
  • Ed_by_design Oct 10 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    Love this: "The realization they have more in common than they believed opens the curiosity/empathy floodgates." #dtk12chat
    In reply to @MrAleoSays
  • quickmuse Oct 10 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A2 I teach people to read other people by reading writers who are what I call "extreme noticers" (H. James would call these people "on whom nothing is lost"). Get 'em to read the noticers, interact with others, and then write about the whole damned sh'bang. #dtk12chat
  • mindyahrens1 Oct 10 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A2: We spend a lot of time differentiating between what we actually see and what we think about what we see. Separating fact from interpretation. Using a photo is a great place to start. Then moving to short video clip. #dtk12chat
  • mathcoach45 Oct 10 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A2: We stress use of Math Talk which requires students not only to focus on the instruction, but they must be intentional in listening to their peers as well. #dtk12chat #mathtalk #listeningdifferently #everyonesthoughtsmatter #monarchleads
  • DKriedeman Oct 10 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    I kept a picture of my coffee cup so I could send it to the staff when I lost it on campus. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @GHSTEAMchic, @Healyhailmary
  • LSpencerEdD Oct 10 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A2: Model how to listen in interviews. Teach them how to question like a: Investigator Doctor Teacher Therapist Each have diff objective and methods #dtk12chat
  • am_gallagher - Moderator Oct 10 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    I love the intentionality behind this, that you are playing fewer chips to let others go big. #ownership #DTk12chat
    In reply to @njkraai, @LSpencerEdD
  • Ed_by_design Oct 10 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    All truly meaningful interpersonal skills take years of practice. "Trust the process." #dtk12chat. @Touchpebbles
    In reply to @K8steMn, @Touchpebbles
  • GHSTEAMchic Oct 10 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    #dtk12chat
    In reply to @DKriedeman, @Healyhailmary
  • quickmuse Oct 10 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    Hey, Tervor! Love how #dtk12chat is part of the commonality of our experiences! cc #bif2018 cc @adhansen
    In reply to @MrAleoSays, @adhansen
  • mathcoach45 Oct 10 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    Q2: We stress use of Math Talk which requires students not only to focus on the instruction, but they must be intentional in listening to their peers as well. #dtk12chat #mathtalk #listeningdifferently #everyonesthoughtsmatter #monarchleads
  • DKriedeman Oct 10 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    Great minds… #dtk12chat
    In reply to @GHSTEAMchic, @Healyhailmary
  • GHSTEAMchic Oct 10 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    Love this idea! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @DKriedeman, @am_gallagher, @scibri
  • ElaBenUr Oct 10 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    #dtk12chat A2 Hmm...engaging the whole person on both sides. As in, understanding what others do, say, think, feel, see, hear (the DT empathy map) by engaging our own eyes, ears, bodies, hands, head, heart—as we experience, talk, draw, or make together.
    In reply to @Ed_by_design
  • Ed_by_design Oct 10 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    I've learned more by watching how great listeners listen, than I have by emulating how great speakers speak. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @njkraai, @LSpencerEdD
  • njkraai Oct 10 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    Thanks! It’s tough to bite your tongue, but when Ts take charge, the projects are so much stronger because they become invested as well. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @am_gallagher, @LSpencerEdD
  • DKriedeman Oct 10 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    Agreed! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @Ed_by_design, @njkraai, @LSpencerEdD
  • LSpencerEdD Oct 10 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    Yes. I like to say, “hmm... tell me more” or “not sure how ... what do you think?” #dtk12chat
    In reply to @njkraai
  • LSpencerEdD Oct 10 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    😂😂 #dtk12chat
    In reply to @GHSTEAMchic, @DKriedeman, @Healyhailmary
  • mpowers3 - Moderator Oct 10 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    Thanks for a great #EdSurgeTLC event! Can't wait for the next @EdSurge #Philly gathering. #dtk12chat #PD #isedchat
  • Ed_by_design Oct 10 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    Q3 Take a look. Think a bit. This is diff. than the previous question. Have at it. #dtk12chat
  • njkraai Oct 10 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    I agree. As an introvert, it’s how I approach most conversations with a listen first mentality. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @Ed_by_design, @LSpencerEdD
  • msjlura Oct 10 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    Jessica, SF Bay Area, late #dtk12chat
  • quickmuse Oct 10 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    No one ever talks about how great watchers see! #dtk12chat So much understanding is in our eyes. Teach your children (to see) well!
    In reply to @Ed_by_design, @njkraai, @LSpencerEdD
  • ElaBenUr Oct 10 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    Agreed, curious to try this! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @GHSTEAMchic, @DKriedeman, @am_gallagher, @scibri
  • DKriedeman Oct 10 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    As a setup for discussing empathy I like to use the Yes, AND activity. It exemplifies the difference between how words constrict or add to ideas. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @njkraai, @am_gallagher, @LSpencerEdD
  • GHSTEAMchic Oct 10 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    A2: Had 5th gr interview K-5 teachers & students for project last year; had 4th gr interview a partner in class for project this year; used extraordinaires with variety of grades to intro inferring & interpreting #dtk12chat
  • am_gallagher - Moderator Oct 10 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    This is a great article - Survey Says: Ethnographic Research Can Provide Valuable Insights https://t.co/QtJ4UAukcq by friends @Carla_R_Silver & @erin_cohnPhD @leadanddesign (and if you don't already follow, you should!) #dtk12chat #DT4EduLeaders
  • scibri Oct 10 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    That is an important point #dtk12chat We need to teach S to be more observants
    In reply to @quickmuse, @Ed_by_design, @njkraai, @LSpencerEdD
  • njkraai Oct 10 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    I love the what do you think? #dtk12chat
    In reply to @LSpencerEdD
  • lndeutsch - Moderator Oct 10 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    A2: Model. Be real, be honest, be vulnerable. Share your noticings. Lots of opportunities to listen, observe, reflect. Part of daily routine, practice, language & conversations across. #DTk12chat
  • LSpencerEdD Oct 10 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    Love that one. We do “yea, but” first so they feel the difference. Is that how you do it? #dtk12chat
    In reply to @DKriedeman, @njkraai, @am_gallagher
  • msjlura Oct 10 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    October just is always the worst--it kills me. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @lblanken
  • GHSTEAMchic Oct 10 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    Totally agree! They learn so much from having to face to face & such good experience #dtk12chat
    In reply to @K8steMn
  • K8steMn Oct 10 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    Power to Introverts! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @njkraai, @Ed_by_design, @LSpencerEdD
  • DKriedeman Oct 10 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    IT FEELS UNNATURAL! Tell people not to turn their heads as they tend to cheat! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @ElaBenUr, @GHSTEAMchic, @am_gallagher, @scibri
  • lndeutsch - Moderator Oct 10 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    me too! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @LSpencerEdD, @DKriedeman, @njkraai, @am_gallagher
  • quickmuse Oct 10 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    "Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?" https://t.co/zQw6ES2nBg #dtk12chat
    In reply to @scibri, @Ed_by_design, @njkraai, @LSpencerEdD
  • am_gallagher - Moderator Oct 10 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    I would venture to say this holds true in the classroom as well, Ts who are successful in biting their tongues engage students in taking ownership in their learning! I believe learners are learners no matter the age #Dtk12chat
    In reply to @njkraai, @LSpencerEdD
  • DKriedeman Oct 10 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    Yes! I tell people if they haven’t done this activity, it will change their life! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @LSpencerEdD, @njkraai, @am_gallagher
  • GHSTEAMchic Oct 10 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    Same - was parent & teacher at same time for 8 years. Felt like I didn't know which 'hat' to have on sometimes #dtk12chat
    In reply to @am_gallagher, @Ed_by_design, @scibri
  • LSpencerEdD Oct 10 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    I think relationships would last longer if couples learned how to do this... as long as it isn't "Yes, and.. you also leave the toilet seat up!" haha #dtk12chat
    In reply to @DKriedeman, @njkraai, @am_gallagher
  • quickmuse Oct 10 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    We call that tzimtzum over in the Jewish tradition... https://t.co/NcoU2BoMtG #dtk12chat
    In reply to @am_gallagher, @njkraai, @LSpencerEdD
  • K8steMn Oct 10 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    A3: Not my idea, but SCAMPER when looking at an existing invention. Substitute, Combine, Adapt, Modify, Put to another use, Eliminate, Reverse. change the item by trying each one. https://t.co/IzFrucutA2 #dtk12chat
  • GHSTEAMchic Oct 10 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    ohh.. I like that, which role are you playing and why, leads back to what is the purpose of the questions you are asking, what will they be used for. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @LSpencerEdD
  • DKriedeman Oct 10 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    And this is how we scale empathy across educational systems. If leaders value Ts and are explicit about the way they seek T leadership it follows the students will develop classroom leadership. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @am_gallagher, @njkraai, @LSpencerEdD
  • LSpencerEdD Oct 10 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    I learned it at Deloitte U's Courageous Principal training but kids understand it, too. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @GHSTEAMchic
  • Ed_by_design Oct 10 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    When I run discussions using @Touchpebbles , students are always amazed by how much silence I will allow. They become uncomft. at first, but learn to use the silence to make space for others and to truly listen to understand, not just to reply. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @am_gallagher, @njkraai, @LSpencerEdD, @Touchpebbles
  • LSpencerEdD Oct 10 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    How much silence will you allow? (asking for a friend...lol) #dtk12chat
    In reply to @Ed_by_design, @am_gallagher, @njkraai, @Touchpebbles
  • DKriedeman Oct 10 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    I think that is called “Stamp collecting!” I never do that by the way. #HappyWifeHappyLife @kimkriedeman #dtk12chat
    In reply to @LSpencerEdD, @njkraai, @am_gallagher, @KimKriedeman
  • LSpencerEdD Oct 10 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    Nice. My ex called it "kitchen sinking" in that I drug everything, even the kitchen sink, into any argument. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @DKriedeman, @njkraai, @am_gallagher, @KimKriedeman
  • njkraai Oct 10 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A3: I often start with videos showing deaf kids hearing for the first time with implants and color blind people seeing color as a way to promote the power of designing for others and the impact of meeting needs. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @Ed_by_design, @quickmuse, @LSpencerEdD
  • quickmuse Oct 10 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A3 you know I rely on old Nick Baker to teach the art of paying attention. Also Calivno. Ozick. Roth. Elkin. Step into the consciousness of a Great Noticer and your vision shifts. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @Ed_by_design, @njkraai, @LSpencerEdD
  • LSpencerEdD Oct 10 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    Awesomely powerful! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @njkraai, @Ed_by_design, @quickmuse
  • quickmuse Oct 10 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    Nice! #dtk12chat The encapsulated drama of change must really impress the students.
    In reply to @njkraai, @Ed_by_design, @LSpencerEdD
  • mathcoach45 Oct 10 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    A3: It is powerful to simply slow down instruction and allow students to make individual observations, the provide the time for students to chat with each other . #dtk12chat #thinkpairshare #monarchleads
  • ElaBenUr Oct 10 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    #dtk12chat A3. Sensing something "stuck" can be a simple step (both in the built and human environment).
    In reply to @Ed_by_design
  • quickmuse Oct 10 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    Just glad you didn't say "you people." 🙃 #dtk12chat
    In reply to @Ed_by_design, @am_gallagher, @njkraai, @LSpencerEdD
  • LSpencerEdD Oct 10 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    I have been struggling with that for 16 years... which hat am I wearing today in this convo? #dtk12chat
    In reply to @GHSTEAMchic, @am_gallagher, @Ed_by_design, @scibri
  • GHSTEAMchic Oct 10 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    Ahh.. another thing to add to my 'I should get better at..' list! So many good reminders tonight #dtk12chat
    In reply to @am_gallagher, @njkraai, @LSpencerEdD
  • quickmuse Oct 10 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    Great painters, too! #dtk12chat Show 'em 10,000 paintings and see what happens.
    In reply to @Ed_by_design, @njkraai, @LSpencerEdD
  • Ed_by_design Oct 10 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    A3 #dtk12chat. I've used a "smelling" activity from "Mindup" curric. for grades 5--8 that was amazing. Used scents, cotton balls, and 35mm canisters. They truly had to pay attention to a sense they often do not,but which is the most primal of all senses.
  • msjlura Oct 10 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    Garreth, Can you explain a bit about @Touchpebbles ? #dtk12chat
    In reply to @Ed_by_design, @am_gallagher, @njkraai, @LSpencerEdD, @Touchpebbles, @Touchpebbles
  • ElaBenUr Oct 10 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    Those all sound like wise practices to try, thanks! Also I hadn't heard of @Touchpebbles, I'll check that out. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @Ed_by_design, @LSpencerEdD, @am_gallagher, @njkraai, @Touchpebbles, @Touchpebbles
  • Ed_by_design Oct 10 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    Q4 How we doing #dtk12chat? Chew on this for a bit (courtesy of @scitechyEDU )
  • DKriedeman Oct 10 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    YES! Can you do this? Is there safety in missing the blueprint for the lesson? If an admin walks in are you going to share the love or feel like you must get back on the page? I say #LetThemFly #dtk12chat
    In reply to @mathcoach45
  • MrAleoSays Oct 10 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A3: We do a lot of discussion early in the year about systems thinking. Everything in a story exists for a reason. Every word, sentence, character, etc. serves a purpose & works together to create meaning. It's a good scaffold to get them to see the world similarly. #dtk12chat
  • lndeutsch - Moderator Oct 10 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    Yay! That’s awesome! Thank you. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @ChristineGoan
  • Ed_by_design Oct 10 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    Excellent observation. All things with intention! @quickmuse what say you here? #dtk12chat
    • MrAleoSays Oct 10 @ 9:43 PM EDT
      A3: We do a lot of discussion early in the year about systems thinking. Everything in a story exists for a reason. Every word, sentence, character, etc. serves a purpose & works together to create meaning. It's a good scaffold to get them to see the world similarly. #dtk12chat
  • am_gallagher - Moderator Oct 10 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    So many! A recent fav I discovered is the book "A Long Walk to Water" https://t.co/lDSnzKAucG #empathy #dtk12chat
  • GHSTEAMchic Oct 10 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A3: Haven't gone down this route yet with students, but did have a Sped Tt contact me about wanting to re-design our sensory break room to make it work better for kids; going to help GT teacher use it as project w/her 4th gr #dtk12chat
  • DKriedeman Oct 10 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    I love it! I hope to see you soon Ellen! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @lndeutsch, @ChristineGoan
  • LSpencerEdD Oct 10 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    Alexander and the No Good, Terrible, Very Bad Day #dtk12chat
  • GHSTEAMchic Oct 10 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    was wondering same #dtk12chat
    In reply to @msjlura, @Ed_by_design, @am_gallagher, @njkraai, @LSpencerEdD, @Touchpebbles
  • msjlura Oct 10 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    Such a great book! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @am_gallagher
  • msjlura Oct 10 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    A4: eleven by Sandra Cisneros https://t.co/4DsSPqe8Ou #dtk12chat
  • quickmuse Oct 10 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    OK, that was really Stephen D. in "Ulysses," but the idea of absolute artistic intentionality calls that line quickly to mind. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @Ed_by_design
  • scibri Oct 10 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    A4 My students tend to do well with stories about things that they do not know anything about (new knowledge, experiences) #dtk12chat We are working on this as my S struggle with really listening
  • scitechyEDU - Moderator Oct 10 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    A4 i came upon the story of a little boy who has severe autism- watching him and his mom has had a profound impact on me & this particular share I think is good example of building empathy https://t.co/hC3dwGyd5T #dtk12chat
  • DKriedeman Oct 10 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    A4: I found this the other day and think it a great visual. #dtk12chat
  • GHSTEAMchic Oct 10 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    A4: many of the @EiE_org lend themselves to empathy for character & situation; 2nd gr does Kevin Henkes author study & Lily's Purple Plastic Purse led us to a great project last year using @microbit_edu #dtk12chat
  • mindyahrens1 Oct 10 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    You will this Sat! Design Thinking Pub Crawl! Woot woot https://t.co/BstnPPY42O #dtk12chat
    • DKriedeman Oct 10 @ 9:46 PM EDT
      I love it! I hope to see you soon Ellen! #dtk12chat
      In reply to @lndeutsch, @ChristineGoan
  • GHSTEAMchic Oct 10 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    A4: And @Novel_Eng has some great ideas too! #dtk12chat
  • LSpencerEdD Oct 10 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    So excited for this!! Not visiting my grandpa w/dementia so that I can see you all #dtk12chat
    In reply to @mindyahrens1
  • MrAleoSays Oct 10 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    A4: My class read "The Veldt" last week and the character's distinct LACK of empathy sparked some great discussion. Considering that empathy gap was born from their obsession with technology, my students had a frank conversation about how devices can disrupt empathy #dtk12chat
  • DKriedeman Oct 10 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    The Doug Dietz TedTalk is fire! #dtk12chat
  • GHSTEAMchic Oct 10 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    I'll have to check it out, looks good! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @msjlura
  • mindyahrens1 Oct 10 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    Yikes! And super selfishly glad you're joining us. #dtk12chat
    • LSpencerEdD Oct 10 @ 9:50 PM EDT
      So excited for this!! Not visiting my grandpa w/dementia so that I can see you all #dtk12chat
      In reply to @mindyahrens1
  • LSpencerEdD Oct 10 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    He won't know... lol... #dtk12chat
    In reply to @mindyahrens1
  • scitechyEDU - Moderator Oct 10 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    A4 I also think Charlie & the Chocolate Factory characters have some many hidden layers & so many opportunities to “fix” them… However, #designthinking is not abt “fixing” so these characters’ stories are great for “understanding” #dtk12chat
  • lndeutsch - Moderator Oct 10 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    I’ll be in San Diego Saturday for... #dtk12chat
    In reply to @DKriedeman, @ChristineGoan
  • quickmuse Oct 10 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    A4 There's a fine lesson in empathic design tucked into Roth's "The Plot Against America." #dtk12chat https://t.co/zQSbKhVqNd (Other great relevant important things stuffed in there as well...)
  • mindyahrens1 Oct 10 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    If you're in the San Diego area on Saturday, join us! https://t.co/BstnPPY42O #dtk12chat
  • Ed_by_design Oct 10 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    Wow! #dtk12chat ers Such tremendous responses to the question of Stories. Another minute or so and Q5 will close us out.
  • LSpencerEdD Oct 10 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    Seriously this makes me insanely happy!!! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @lndeutsch, @DKriedeman, @ChristineGoan
  • msjlura Oct 10 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    It's so powerful --all the kids id in some way w/ being called out for something embarrassing & most w/ being blamed for something that isn't actually them & it allows them access to convo about class & poverty even if they've never had a ragged sweater #dtk12chat
    In reply to @scibri
  • cinehead Oct 10 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    A2 #dtk12chat I prefer documentaries where students listen to the experience of others https://t.co/J2YZOJCyJu #edchat #EveryoneCanCreate
  • quickmuse Oct 10 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    "We tell ourselves stories in order to live on #dtk12chat." --Joan Didion
    In reply to @Ed_by_design
  • Ed_by_design Oct 10 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    So very important! DT is not about "fixing" people or their problems. Thanks for the reminder @scitechyEDU #dtk12chat
    • scitechyEDU - Moderator Oct 10 @ 9:53 PM EDT
      A4 I also think Charlie & the Chocolate Factory characters have some many hidden layers & so many opportunities to “fix” them… However, #designthinking is not abt “fixing” so these characters’ stories are great for “understanding” #dtk12chat
  • quickmuse Oct 10 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    Docs rock! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @cinehead
  • msjlura Oct 10 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    Ellen--you are everywhere! I am just excited to see you tomorrow :) #dtk12chat
    In reply to @lndeutsch, @DKriedeman, @ChristineGoan
  • Ed_by_design Oct 10 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    Q5 #dtk12chat Bring it home...or drop the beat for a future dtk12chat topic
  • DKriedeman Oct 10 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    I am sad there is only one “Like" allowed for this tweet. You are spot-on for both Charlie and remembering people are great and need understanding not fixing. #dtk12chat
    In reply to @scitechyEDU
  • msjlura Oct 10 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    The description of Charlie's grandparents in bed (how all four of them are organized in one bed) is such a vivid image in my head from reading it as child--such interesting layers of thought & convo #dtk12chat
    In reply to @scitechyEDU
  • mathcoach45 Oct 10 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    When students are able to connect to real life situations in books it advances their learning and understanding. #dtk12chat #monarchleads
  • quickmuse Oct 10 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    WHOA! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @lndeutsch, @DKriedeman, @ChristineGoan
  • LSpencerEdD Oct 10 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    Well, when the event planner is an educator, then there is an understanding that alcohol is needed. lol #dtk12chat
    In reply to @MrAleoSays, @lndeutsch, @DKriedeman, @ChristineGoan
  • lndeutsch - Moderator Oct 10 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    Come on out!! #dtk12chat
    In reply to @MrAleoSays, @LSpencerEdD, @DKriedeman, @ChristineGoan
  • Ed_by_design Oct 10 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    #dtk12chat Great readers are great connectors at the "whole human" level. Great designers are, too. That's the art of the thing.
    In reply to @mathcoach45