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MissHesslein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Hi #njed friends! Hope you are ready to chat about innovation in education tonight. I'm Steph, #edtech specialist from #MTPSpride

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marlzweinstein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Hello & Welcome to the #NJED chat on Innovation in Education. Please introduce yourself. I'm Marlz from #MTPSpride

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MHSNgraphics Mar 28 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Hi there I'm Dorothy - #technology #education and #GraphicDesign educator at #MTPSpride #NJED

marlzweinstein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Thanks for joining us Dorothy! #MTPSpride #NJED

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czmhammerbro Mar 28 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Hi I'm Caleb MacKay, a soon to be educator from Cornerstone University! #njed

MissHesslein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:05 PM EDT

What is innovation? #njed

Miss__Allie Mar 28 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Q1 - Invention is creating something new. Innovation is creating a method by which to do something new. #NJED #edtechbridge #satchat #edchat

goguardian Mar 28 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Hey #NJEd! Joining from GoGuardian to learn with you all!

marlzweinstein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Great to have you with us Caleb. #NJED

In reply to @czmhammerbro

marlzweinstein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Thanks @goguardian and @miss_allie for being with us #NJED

In reply to @goguardian, @miss_allie

fabhistory Mar 28 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Hi! Wendy from #MTPSPride. Middle School Tech Specialist #njed

marlzweinstein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:06 PM EDT

The first Q in our #NJED chat on Innovation in Education

MissHesslein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:05 PM EDT

What is innovation? #njed

marlzweinstein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Thanks for being with us tonight Wendy! #MTPSpride #njed

HeatherNgoma Mar 28 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1: Innovation is game-changing thinking gone viral #njed #altrted

goguardian Mar 28 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1. Innovation is learning and bringing "new" to the table. It's being able to change and adapt for your Ss. It's being fearless! #NJed

marlzweinstein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Love that description! #NJED

In reply to @HeatherNgoma

MissHesslein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Thanks for joining us Heather! #NJed

In reply to @HeatherNgoma

fabhistory Mar 28 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1: Innovation is risk-taking & providing authentic learning opportunities for our Ss #njed

marlzweinstein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1 Innovation is doing something differently, looking at something in a new light, taking a risk, trying something new #NJED

MHSNgraphics Mar 28 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: Creating and drawing connections to the real world that helps to empower our students to become independent learners #NJED

MissSents Mar 28 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Innovation is a breakthrough of creativity and change. #NJED chat

marlzweinstein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Thanks for joining @misssents! #NJED

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WiseDad_Games Mar 28 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1: True innovation is not likely to be appreciated.... #NJed

MrSchoenbart Mar 28 @ 8:10 PM EDT

#GeniusHour: What Students Think at https://t.co/H2t71Rp0Xh #njed #gafechat

czmhammerbro Mar 28 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1: Innovation is putting in the extra work in order to help the student learn in a new interesting way #njed

lauren_pici Mar 28 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Lauren here! 2nd grade teacher in Wayne. A1: Innovation is problem seeking and always asking what else can be done, changed, created #njed

MissSents Mar 28 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Q1: Innovation is a breakthrough of creativity and change. Encouraging our students to have open minds and to try something new! #NJED

MissHesslein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1: Innovation is creating something. It is solving a problem, designing something new, or making something that exists better! #njed

marlzweinstein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Ha ha ha ha that is true sometimes! #NJED

In reply to @WiseDad_Games

marlzweinstein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Thanks for being with us @lauren_pici! #njed

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MissHoesman Mar 28 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Innovation is something new, such as an idea or a method, or changing an existing product or idea. #njed #ssedmethods

MHSNLeadership Mar 28 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Jennifer Smith!! High School Social Studies Teacher #NJED

MissJennelly Mar 28 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1 Innovation is trying something new and exploring your creativity #NJED

marlzweinstein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Welcome! #NJED

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Miss__Allie Mar 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Q2 - Innovation in schools involves doing new things that allow our students to expand their thinking in profound ways. #NJED #edchat

marlzweinstein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Q2 What does innovation look like in schools? Share an example from your classroom. #NJED

Leitnera Mar 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT

#njed Hello there! I am a special ed teacher in Middletown. Currently I teach 2nd grade In-Class Support.

marlzweinstein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Yes! Innovation and creativity go hand in hand #NJED

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MHSNLeadership Mar 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1-innovation is getting students to gather and share information in new and exciting ways #NJED

marlzweinstein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Welcome Mentor! So happy to have you with us! #NJED

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WiseDad_Games Mar 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT

@MissSents S's like to try new things...it's other T's and Admin that tend not to. #NJed

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marlzweinstein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A2 Trying @flipgrid with @MVS_Wilkens (and @MVS_Ondrejik tomorrow) was an innovative way to share what we know in kindergarten #NJED

In reply to @flipgrid, @MVS_Wilkens, @MVS_Ondrejik

WiseDad_Games Mar 28 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A2: Digital game-based learning is innovative yet common sense: using video games to deliver educational content. #NJed

Leitnera Mar 28 @ 8:14 PM EDT

It is a pleasure to be here! Nice to chat with colleagues of similar interests. #NJED

marlzweinstein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:12 PM EDT

Welcome Mentor! So happy to have you with us! #NJED
In reply to @Leitnera

MHSNgraphics Mar 28 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A2: allowing Ss to take ownership of their learning; allowing them to become more like #entrepreneurs. my class= design agency #NJED

Gallagher_Tech Mar 28 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Arriving a little late, sorry. Dan from #wwprsd where I am a tech coach #njed

goguardian Mar 28 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2. Constantly creating new ways to engage Ss and help foster their learning. Our example is a new feature we recently released! #njed

marlzweinstein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:15 PM EDT

Rethinking instructional approaches like gamifying our lessons is innovative...and most importantly effective! #NJED

In reply to @WiseDad_Games

MHSNLeadership Mar 28 @ 8:15 PM EDT

Technology is not the only way to innovation #NJED

DrSpikeCook Mar 28 @ 8:15 PM EDT

The latest The #NJED Daily! https://t.co/pDB4QHPjJE Thanks to @benstern0 @ChippyBurns @tonnet #edtech #edchat

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DrSpikeCook Mar 28 @ 8:15 PM EDT

The latest The #NJED Daily! https://t.co/WrDWpTlkRW Thanks to @benstern0 @ChippyBurns @tonnet #edtech #edchat

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Gallagher_Tech Mar 28 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2 innovation, I feel comes when the T gets out of the way of the Ss & lets the creativity happens #njed

marlzweinstein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:15 PM EDT

No worries! Happy you could join us! #NJED

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MissSents Mar 28 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Q2: Innovation in the classroom looks like exploring new technological resources, including apps like Glogster and Nearpod! #NJED

WiseDad_Games Mar 28 @ 8:16 PM EDT

@MHSNLeadership True, but it allows innovation in ways never before possible. #NJed

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marlzweinstein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Agreed! Letting students have a voice in their own education is innovate and empowering #NJED

In reply to @MHSNgraphics

HeatherNgoma Mar 28 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: Innovation in school is facilitating learning experiences that honor our students' interests, identities, and needs #njed #altrted

WiseDad_Games Mar 28 @ 8:17 PM EDT

@Gallagher_Tech True...S's often have innovative ideas that we never thought of. #NJed

In reply to @Gallagher_Tech, @Gallagher_Tech

fabhistory Mar 28 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: @breakoutEDU with Ss and Ts! Can be low or high tech but collaborative and higher level thinking! #njed

In reply to @breakoutEDU

lauren_pici Mar 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2: Giving Ss agency to try to solve authentic problems that arise instead of handling everything for them right from the start #njed

Gallagher_Tech Mar 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT

exactly, different perspectives often bring different ideas #NJed

In reply to @WiseDad_Games

WiseDad_Games Mar 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT

@marlzweinstein Many T don't know digital game-based learning is an instructional methodology, or that it even exists. #NJed

In reply to @marlzweinstein, @marlzweinstein

marlzweinstein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Any @RutgersAltRoute out on Twitter tonight? If so, join the #NJED chat on Innovation in Education, taking place right now!

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HeatherNgoma Mar 28 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2: Sadly something so basic as focusing on students interests, needs, etc... is game-changing in most schools. #njed #altrted

marlzweinstein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Q3 What characteristic of the innovator mindset is your strength? Why? https://t.co/rnx58aSb7V #njed

Miss__Allie Mar 28 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Q3 - My strength is empathetic because I always find ways to connect with my students and help them connect to the content. #NJED #edchat

marlzweinstein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Then we need to educate them about it and its value! #NJED

In reply to @WiseDad_Games

lauren_pici Mar 28 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2: Learning how to use a new tool and applying it to solve problems or teach others #njed

marlzweinstein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Q3 I feel that I am a very reflectful person. I constantly review lessons, presentations and my interactions with Ts & Ss #njed

marlzweinstein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:20 PM EDT

That is so important! Like @gcouros says, "Without relationships, we have nothing". #NJED

In reply to @Miss__Allie, @gcouros

Leitnera Mar 28 @ 8:20 PM EDT

#njed A2: Innovation can mean different things to different people. Just going out of your comfort zone a little bit can be innovative.

MissHoesman Mar 28 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Innovation in schools involves creating new methods to guide students' learning by developing engaging & active lessons. #njed #ssedmethods

mrnesi Mar 28 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A2: Innovation is an action. It's something we must do. The more Ss do, the closer they will get to innovation #njed

marlzweinstein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:21 PM EDT

You are right! Instruction that incorporates student interest should be the NORM not the exception #NJED

In reply to @HeatherNgoma

MHSNLeadership Mar 28 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A3 I feel I am open to allowing my students freedom.i live an active classroom that looks like organized chaos #NJED

MHSNgraphics Mar 28 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A3: 6Creators + 2problem finders = #graphicdesigners = constantly circulating through the design / engineering process #NJED

Leitnera Mar 28 @ 8:22 PM EDT

#njed A3: Everyone should self-reflect. If you don't then you are not growing, learning and empowering yourself to do better.

marlzweinstein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Thanks for being with us tonight Chris! #NJED

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mrnesi Mar 28 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3: No Fear. #njed

lauren_pici Mar 28 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3: Reflective. I'm always asking myself how I can improve my practice and watching how my Ss respond to instruction #njed

HeatherNgoma Mar 28 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3: Creator. Thinking up new ideas and giving "makeovers" to existing ideas are strengths. #njed #altrted

mrnesi Mar 28 @ 8:23 PM EDT

#jerseypride #njed

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MissJennelly Mar 28 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3 I believe I am a reflective person. I constantly look back on my lessons & find better ways to improve my instruction #njed #ssedmethods

Gallagher_Tech Mar 28 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3: I feel it's building relationships w/ my Ts but also reflecting (just not the formal Danielson way) #njed

WiseDad_Games Mar 28 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3: Not accepting status quo and/or changes for S's just because politicians, administrators, and unknown entities tells us we must. #NJed

MissSents Mar 28 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Q3: I think my innovative strength is risk taker because I'm always open to try new things. I think empathy is also super important! #njed

mrnesi Mar 28 @ 8:24 PM EDT

the reflective educator s the effects educator. #njed

In reply to @Leitnera

goguardian Mar 28 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3. We find that "Creators" is our best strength. But, also, Problem Finders! #njed

MissHesslein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:27 PM EDT

What characteristic of the innovator mindset do you want to improve upon? Why? Refer to this graphic #njed

Miss__Allie Mar 28 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Q4 - I want to improve upon my inner risk-taker because I believe taking risks is the key to laying the foundation for change. #NJED #edchat

MissJennelly Mar 28 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3 I am a risk taker in terms of finding new resources&strategies to meet the needs of my Ss, benefiting me as I grow as an educator #njed

marlzweinstein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A4 I need to work on being more resilient. Sometimes obstacles knock me off the horse and at times it's tough to get back on #NJED

MissHesslein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3: Risktaker. Always willing to try new things and do what I think is best for my Ss regardless. #njed

goguardian Mar 28 @ 8:28 PM EDT

A4. We think everyone can always work on being more resilient, empathetic and observant! There are no ceilings there. #njed

marlzweinstein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:29 PM EDT

That's you in a nutshell! You are always pushing me to try new things. Thank you for pushing me to take risks too #NJED

In reply to @MissHesslein

MHSNgraphics Mar 28 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A4: 4networked -embed more interdisciplinary collaboration but w/other classrooms nationwide; #googlehangouts to mimic the real world #NJED

HeatherNgoma Mar 28 @ 8:30 PM EDT

@WiseDad_Games Inspiring words to compel us to find our inner maverick as educators #njed

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WiseDad_Games Mar 28 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3: Not accepting status quo and/or changes for S's just because politicians, administrators, and unknown entities tells us we must. #NJed

marlzweinstein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Agreed! We need to get out of our silos and simulate the "real world" in schools #NJED

In reply to @MHSNgraphics

lauren_pici Mar 28 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4: Taking risks and "being comfortable with being uncomfortable" @drgravityg #njed

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goguardian Mar 28 @ 8:30 PM EDT

Have you done mystery skype/hangout sessions? Such a cool idea! #Njed

In reply to @MHSNgraphics

HeatherNgoma Mar 28 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A4: Networked. Truly connecting w/others enables us to leverage our relationships w/them in support of future goals. #njed #altrted

marlzweinstein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Q5 What traditional tools can teachers & students use in innovative ways? #NJED

Miss__Allie Mar 28 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Q5 - Traditional teaching "tools," approaches, and strategies can be modified and used to engage students in innovative ways. #NJED #edchat

Miss__Allie Mar 28 @ 8:34 PM EDT

Q5 - Multimedia technology can be used as an innovative classroom tool to engage students with the material in an exciting way #NJED #edchat

WiseDad_Games Mar 28 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A5: Worksheets are useful to help get a campfire started. #NJed

HeatherNgoma Mar 28 @ 8:35 PM EDT

@MHSNgraphics Helping our students become independent learners is one of the greatest gifts we can help them access #njed

MHSNgraphics Mar 28 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A1: Creating and drawing connections to the real world that helps to empower our students to become independent learners #NJED

goguardian Mar 28 @ 8:36 PM EDT

Such a great evening with you all -- thanks for letting us learn with you! Please add us back and help us add to our #PLN. #njed

HeatherNgoma Mar 28 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A5: Idea! Show an overhead projector or flipchart to students & ask them to identify ways to use them for learning #njed #altrted

marlzweinstein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A5 Turning old textbooks into art through blackout poetry! #NJED

marlzweinstein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Thanks for being with us! #NJED

In reply to @goguardian

marlzweinstein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:39 PM EDT

It is important to remember that innovation does not ALWAYS mean or require technology. Using what we have in new ways is innovative #NJED

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marlzweinstein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:40 PM EDT

An innovative way to use binder clips! #NJED

Miss__Allie Mar 28 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Q6 - Being aware of innovation can encourage and validate our students' pre-existing interests and hobbies. #NJED #edchat

marlzweinstein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Q6: As an educator, how can being conscious of innovation be beneficial for our students? #NJED

Miss__Allie Mar 28 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Q6 - Innovation awareness can inspire our students to explore new avenues, challenge themselves & think of things differently. #NJED #edchat

kcalderw Mar 28 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Even 20 years out of school he remembered my brother and I still. He was a wonderful educator. #RIP Mr. Evans https://t.co/9JzonBvOzv #njed

Gallagher_Tech Mar 28 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A6. Sometimes we don't know the impact our words & actions have on Ss. Recognizing innovation helps develop passions & ideas #NJed

WiseDad_Games Mar 28 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A6: A lot of innovation out there is available for our S's unbeknownst to our Admins; we can bring some of the best into our classes. #NJed

lauren_pici Mar 28 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A6: Being mindful of innovation is the first step to providing space and leaving room for innovation to occur among Ss. #njed

marlzweinstein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A6 Being conscious of innovation allows Ts & Ss to take chances, make mistakes and get messy in the classroom #NJED

HeatherNgoma Mar 28 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A6: An innovation conscious teacher facilitates learning opportunities that prepare students to create a future in the global economy #njed

marlzweinstein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Thank you to everyone who participated in the #NJED chat tonight! We greatly appreciate you sharing your thoughts & your time with us.

MHSNLeadership Mar 28 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A4- Networking. I would like to collaborate with my colleagues are interdisciplinary problem based learning tasks #njed

MHSNgraphics Mar 28 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A6: we are constantly looking for new and creative ways to teach, collaborate, learn, and reflect; our students will mirror this #NJED

MHSNLeadership Mar 28 @ 8:46 PM EDT

A6-show students that you are a life long learner #njed

marlzweinstein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:47 PM EDT

It's a great way to recycle. Could be a fun Earth Day project too! #NJED

In reply to @MHSNLeadership

marlzweinstein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:48 PM EDT

You are so welcome! Who knew binder clips could be used like this! #NJED #innovation

In reply to @kristieobrecht

marlzweinstein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Can't wait to see the projects your students make! #NJED

In reply to @MHSNgraphics

marlzweinstein - Moderator Mar 28 @ 8:49 PM EDT

So glad you were with us tonight! #NJED

In reply to @MissSents