#ditchbook Archive | Participate

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #ditchbook. @rlfreedm and I are so excited to chat with you tonight.

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TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Welcome to #ditchbook

ItsMrsPenrod Jul 13 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Krista from WI teaching 8th gr ELA. This is my 3rd Twitter chat in the last hour 😅 #ditchbook

ToddShriver Jul 13 @ 10:02 PM EDT

#ditchbook Todd Shriver from North White (IN).

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Welcome. Krista. #ditchbook

In reply to @ItsMrsPenrod

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Hello #Ditchbook! Karly, TOSA from Concord, CA. Checking in from Kauai!

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Welcome Todd #ditchbook

In reply to @ToddShriver

Clymer_Edu Jul 13 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Hello #ditchbook - Justin from NJ - Aspiring School Leader. Looking forward to this chat

emosier3 Jul 13 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Good evening, #ditchbook! Happy to be here 2nite. Evan Mosier, Tech Integrationist Lead Tchr - Davenport, IA. Create = out of box thinking

roxi_thompson Jul 13 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Roxi from AZ. Teaching 5th grade science and social studies #ditchbook

ItsMrsPenrod Jul 13 @ 10:03 PM EDT

To me, create means to design, invent and/or make! #ditchbook

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:03 PM EDT

#ditchbook

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:00 PM EDT

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TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Look at that vacay photo!!!! #ditchbook

In reply to @KarlyMoura, @burgessdave, @Jyoung1219, @jmattmiller, @sandyrotto, @SEANJFAHEY

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:03 PM EDT

#ditchbook

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:01 PM EDT

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TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Glad you are here Justin. #ditchbook

In reply to @Clymer_Edu

Stella_Pollard Jul 13 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Hi, #ditchbook! I'm Stella. I teach 7th Grade Science in Frankfort Ky. Create means to be able to personalize something!

Jyoung1219 Jul 13 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Wow! Beautiful! (And the scenery is nice too). #ditchbook

In reply to @KarlyMoura, @burgessdave, @jmattmiller, @sandyrotto, @SEANJFAHEY

AnnickRauch Jul 13 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Hi all! Annick from Winnipeg, 1/2 multiage French immersion teacher. #DitchBook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Hey, It's Evan! #ditchbook

In reply to @emosier3

ChasGregory314 Jul 13 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Chasity, Glendale, KY. MS Math teacher. Create: Authentic choice in showcasing some product. #ditchbook

In reply to @TTmomTT

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Welcome Roxi. #ditchbook

In reply to @roxi_thompson

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Q1: What does your "homebase" look like? #ditchbook

emosier3 Jul 13 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Hey, Mandi!!! (Hi, Rayna!!!) Happy to participate with you this evening! #ditchbook

In reply to @TTmomTT

sandyrotto Jul 13 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Hi #ditchbook Sandy here, from MN. I'm a secondary instructional coach. The word create, to me, means freedom and divergent thinking.

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Hey Stella! So great to see you tonight!!! #ditchbook

In reply to @Stella_Pollard

ZajacSLP Jul 13 @ 10:04 PM EDT

#ditchbook Kim Speech Language Pathologist (MS & HS lvl) from Norton MA. Create means to show & share your thoughts into something tangible

In reply to @TTmomTT

Ryan7Read Jul 13 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Ryan from IL #STEAM on my iPhone in multiple chats and battery dying staying on as long as I can #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:04 PM EDT

So glad to see you Annick. #ditchbook

In reply to @AnnickRauch

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Welcome Chasity. #ditchbook

In reply to @ChasGregory314

emosier3 Jul 13 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Oooooh, Sandy in da hooooouse!!! #ditchbook

sandyrotto Jul 13 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Hi #ditchbook Sandy here, from MN. I'm a secondary instructional coach. The word create, to me, means freedom and divergent thinking.

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:05 PM EDT

A1: #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Yay for Sandy! #ditchbook

In reply to @sandyrotto

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:05 PM EDT

To create means to share you're knowledge and/or passion in an innovative way. #Ditchbook

Jyoung1219 Jul 13 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Hi #ditchbook. Joe, Math & STEAM Coach from Palo Alto, CA, joining in off and on tonight.

SEANJFAHEY Jul 13 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Whats up #ditchbook? Excited to be here tonight! Im still kicking myself for missing last week's #Ditchbooktakeover w/ @ditchbookralph

Ron_Martiello Jul 13 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Ron Martiello. 3rd Gtade in PA. Create means putting one's ideas into action and making them a reality. #Ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Welcome to #ditchbook

Stella_Pollard Jul 13 @ 10:05 PM EDT

You too!!! Loved meeting you at ISTE, I have since started #sketchnoting Thanks for helping me! #ditchbook

In reply to @TTmomTT

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Hi Kim. Glad you joined us tonight. #ditchbook

In reply to @ZajacSLP

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Hi Ryan. #ditchbook

In reply to @Ryan7Read

emosier3 Jul 13 @ 10:05 PM EDT

A1: Definitely Google Drive. Organized folders and "order" makes me a happy teacher! #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:05 PM EDT

#booksnaps #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:05 PM EDT

A1: #ditchbook

MissKaylaYoung Jul 13 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Hello, Kayla, 4th grade teacher from Knoxville, Tn. Create me thinking outside the box to generate something new. #DitchBook

Jyoung1219 Jul 13 @ 10:06 PM EDT

You're on fire! #ditchbook

In reply to @Ryan7Read

ChasGregory314 Jul 13 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A1 ) My homebase is Google Classroom. Nothing fancy, just dipped my toes last year. #ditchbook

Ryan7Read Jul 13 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Hey Mandi #DitchBook

In reply to @TTmomTT

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Hi Joe. No fair about @KarlyMoura tweeting location today, right! #ditchbook

In reply to @Jyoung1219, @KarlyMoura

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:06 PM EDT

I think that is exactly what you said 2 years ago!!! #Ditchbook

In reply to @Jyoung1219, @burgessdave, @jmattmiller, @sandyrotto, @SEANJFAHEY

MissKaylaYoung Jul 13 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Hi Roxi. I just moved fromPhoenix to TN. I taught 5th grade math in Avondale last year. Nice to meet you tonight. #ditchbook.

In reply to @roxi_thompson

Clymer_Edu Jul 13 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A1: #GoogleClassroom and YouTube #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Awesome. I can't wait to see all of them! #ditchbook

In reply to @Stella_Pollard

craigklement - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Hey #ditchbook, Craig an edtech coach from Texas! So glad the weekly chat is back after a week off!

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Welcome Ron. #ditchbook

In reply to @Ron_Martiello

Jyoung1219 Jul 13 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Serious. Super jealous #ditchbook

In reply to @TTmomTT, @KarlyMoura

ToddShriver Jul 13 @ 10:07 PM EDT

#ditchbook A1 Google Slides, Documents, Forms, Drawings. First full year of Chromebooks had shift our focus as a staff.

roxi_thompson Jul 13 @ 10:07 PM EDT

A1: We use Canvas LMS #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:07 PM EDT

I've #Ditchbook chatted from Maui, Disneyland and now Kauai. I don't miss #Ditchbook.

In reply to @TTmomTT, @Jyoung1219

Jyoung1219 Jul 13 @ 10:07 PM EDT

And you look younger too. #ditchbook

In reply to @KarlyMoura, @burgessdave, @jmattmiller, @sandyrotto, @SEANJFAHEY

Ryan7Read Jul 13 @ 10:07 PM EDT

A1: @Seesaw @flipgrid and Google Classroom are my places #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Hi Kayla. Glad you are here. #ditchbook

In reply to @MissKaylaYoung

BBaumeyer Jul 13 @ 10:07 PM EDT

A1: google drive/team drives are great for any info I have for/about my building, procedures. Etc. #ditchbook

Jyoung1219 Jul 13 @ 10:08 PM EDT

Where's that shirt? :) #ditchbook

In reply to @KarlyMoura, @TTmomTT

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:08 PM EDT

Hey Craig. #ditchbook

In reply to @craigklement

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:08 PM EDT

This is my homebase too #ditchbook

ChasGregory314 Jul 13 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A1 ) My homebase is Google Classroom. Nothing fancy, just dipped my toes last year. #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Jul 13 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A2 I chuckle at this question. #ditchbook is 2 years old and already outdated! I use #googleclassroom as my home base. ABOUT tab is my fav.

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:08 PM EDT

Wow look at you! #ditchbook

In reply to @KarlyMoura, @TTmomTT, @Jyoung1219

craigklement - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A1: I created a campus wide Google Classroom where myself, admin, and librarians all post content. #ditchbook All my PD started with GC

mr_middle_2 Jul 13 @ 10:08 PM EDT

Hey all! Louie from Lancaster, PA here. MS SS teacher. Create ~ innovate, choice, degree of choice and flexibility #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Welcome to #ditchbook

roxi_thompson Jul 13 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A1: Canvas seems to be trying to make it easier to integrate with Google Drive #ditchbook

AnnickRauch Jul 13 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A1: My homebase for my own learning and reflection is my blog: https://t.co/hgmIe3ZVgp #DitchBook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Me too. I think I learned to use the ABOUT tab right here at #ditchbook

In reply to @SEANJFAHEY

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Shifting focus is a positive thing #ditchbook

In reply to @ToddShriver

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Welcome Louie! #ditchbook

In reply to @mr_middle_2

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Blogging is a great way to build community #ditchbook

In reply to @AnnickRauch

craigklement - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:09 PM EDT

How do you utilize the 'about' tab? #ditchbook

In reply to @SEANJFAHEY

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:10 PM EDT

Question 2 #ditchbook

Ron_Martiello Jul 13 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A1: New Google Sites is becoming a home base for me and my classroom. Also working on Youtube channel to accompany it. #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Q1: What does your "homebase" look like? #ditchbook

mr_middle_2 Jul 13 @ 10:10 PM EDT

Google Classroom! As I venture into blended learning, Playlists are becoming home to student "lesson plans/resources" #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Q1: What does your "homebase" look like? #ditchbook

ToddShriver Jul 13 @ 10:10 PM EDT

It has been great! Enjoy learning new things every day. #ditchbook

In reply to @rlfreedm

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:10 PM EDT

I put links in there that don't change often or to a drive file for daily prompts that I can change but the link remains. #ditchbook

In reply to @craigklement, @SEANJFAHEY

Clymer_Edu Jul 13 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A2: Creating your own content allows you to tailor it specifically for the unique needs of your students. #ditchbook

Stella_Pollard Jul 13 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A2: I would say if the assignment comes from a textbook, it's a worksheet and boring. Teacher made is usually more engaging! #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A2: #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Right here @Jyoung1219!!!!! #Ditchbook

roxi_thompson Jul 13 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A2: I am able to tailor the content and skills to the students' interests #ditchbook

emosier3 Jul 13 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A2: Teachers have ability to cater to their Ss preferences if they create content. More relevant for Ss = higher achieving Ss! #ditchbook

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:10 PM EDT

Question 2 #ditchbook

ChasGregory314 Jul 13 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A2: Making the math relevant to each group of kids I have... Not, Farmer John has 42 chickens anymore! #ditchbook

In reply to @rlfreedm

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:11 PM EDT

I am hoping to check this out for portfolios #ditchbook

In reply to @Ron_Martiello

craigklement - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A2: as an edtech coach, I am creating all my content for Ts based of admin's vision. I get to personalize PD this way #ditchbook

MissKaylaYoung Jul 13 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A1: My Google Drive is my home base too. Just got done spending 6+ hours Tues reorganing it and pulling resources for this year. #DitchBook

emosier3 Jul 13 @ 10:05 PM EDT

A1: Definitely Google Drive. Organized folders and "order" makes me a happy teacher! #ditchbook

BBaumeyer Jul 13 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A1: google classroom has been a great tool for a staff book study! #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:11 PM EDT

That's almost identical to my answer! Love it. #ditchbook

In reply to @Clymer_Edu

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A2. Creating new content allows me to stay current with the Ss each year #ditchbook

ItsMrsPenrod Jul 13 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A2 You know the content is created solely on the Ss in front of you that year 👍🏻doesn't get much more #personalized #ditchbook

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:10 PM EDT

Question 2 #ditchbook

jasontolen Jul 13 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Jason from St. Joe MO. MS/HS Principal. #ditchbook

Ryan7Read Jul 13 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A2: its you, you put yourself in the content and make a connection with your Ss for amazing learning #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:12 PM EDT

#booksnaps #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A2: #ditchbook

craigklement - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Great idea of putting daily prompts! For my campus, I just have tutorial videos and other great links/documents #ditchbook

In reply to @TTmomTT, @SEANJFAHEY

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:12 PM EDT

I am reading Mathematical Mindsets @joboaler Game changer #ditchbook

In reply to @ChasGregory314, @joboaler

Stephanie_GXY Jul 13 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Hi to all #ditchbook Ts. First time joining after completing the book. Steph from Singapore. Sorry for my tardiness 😅

mrnewell83 Jul 13 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A2: + is making Humanities content more relevant to MS Ss. - is lack of coherence across grade levels and Ts #ditchbook

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Now that my tech glitch is fixed! #ditchbook

In reply to @TTmomTT

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Makes it more relevant to them! I love it. #ditchbook

In reply to @roxi_thompson

ChasGregory314 Jul 13 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Haha, love it!! #ditchbook

In reply to @rlfreedm

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Me too! #ditchbook

In reply to @ToddShriver

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:12 PM EDT

I have even shifted how I blog #ditchbook

In reply to @AnnickRauch

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Thanks. I only have the first 3 questions sadly. Wasn't on my game tonight. #ditchbook

In reply to @Clymer_Edu

emosier3 Jul 13 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Love it! I'm one of the rare guys who has to have everything organized and orderly. I don't leave school until my desk is clear! #ditchbook

In reply to @MissKaylaYoung

mr_middle_2 Jul 13 @ 10:13 PM EDT

A2. You know the nuances. Same subject vocabulary when you create material. Vocab consistency is important! #ditchbook

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:10 PM EDT

Question 2 #ditchbook

craigklement - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Yes it is! Definitely a great read! @classroomchef and #googlemath are also very solid reads! #ditchbook

In reply to @rlfreedm, @ChasGregory314, @joboaler, @classroomchef

AnnickRauch Jul 13 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Exactly what I was going to say... this lets you tap into your students' passions and interests! #DitchBook

Clymer_Edu Jul 13 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A2: Creating your own content allows you to tailor it specifically for the unique needs of your students. #ditchbook

Ron_Martiello Jul 13 @ 10:13 PM EDT

G-Sites is great for portfolios. I love the compatibility with GAFE. #Ditchbook

In reply to @rlfreedm

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Always good to stay relevant. Their relevant is not always mine but it is not about me #ditchbook

In reply to @emosier3

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Or as @alicekeeler says who the heck it Brad! #ditchbook

In reply to @ChasGregory314, @rlfreedm, @alicekeeler

craigklement - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:13 PM EDT

No worries, welcome Steph! How did you like the book?! #ditchbook

In reply to @Stephanie_GXY

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Have @alicekeeler book next! #ditchbook

In reply to @craigklement, @ChasGregory314, @joboaler, @classroomchef, @alicekeeler

SEANJFAHEY Jul 13 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Lookin' good Karly! That is probably THE perfect place to tweet from during #ditchbook.

In reply to @KarlyMoura, @burgessdave, @Jyoung1219, @jmattmiller, @sandyrotto

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:13 PM EDT

I want to do that as well! #ditchbook

In reply to @rlfreedm, @Ron_Martiello

roxi_thompson Jul 13 @ 10:13 PM EDT

A2: Also able to make connections to current issues and answer the "why are we learning this??" question #ditchbook

kendraleier Jul 13 @ 10:13 PM EDT

I'm currently reading "Ditch that Textbook", and have a large list to follow it! #DitchBook #saskedchat

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Yes who is he? #ditchbook

In reply to @TTmomTT, @ChasGregory314, @alicekeeler

jasontolen Jul 13 @ 10:14 PM EDT

Q1 A1 I used #googleclassroom to launch PD and sharing for my staff. We did a book study using it as well. #ditchbook

ChasGregory314 Jul 13 @ 10:14 PM EDT

That's deep... I like it. #ditchbook

In reply to @mr_middle_2

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:14 PM EDT

Just used Google Takeout to back up my drive #ditchbook

In reply to @MissKaylaYoung

DevEducators Jul 13 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A2: Relevancy & engagement & frankly endless possibilities. #ditchbook

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:14 PM EDT

Welcome and happy to have you #ditchbook

In reply to @Stephanie_GXY

mr_middle_2 Jul 13 @ 10:14 PM EDT

I've been creating tutorial videos all summer for the common apps we use. I see it as "multiplying myself" 10-20x in my room. #ditchbook

In reply to @craigklement, @TTmomTT, @SEANJFAHEY

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:14 PM EDT

Such a wonderful book! #ditchbook

In reply to @rlfreedm, @ChasGregory314, @joboaler

emosier3 Jul 13 @ 10:14 PM EDT

Ss love it when you can throw some slang or reference a current music hit. Tough to do, but Ss LOVE it and "buy in" more. #ditchbook

In reply to @rlfreedm

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Oiy I used to be better about having a website with links & resources for my staff. Going to try google classroom w/ them next yr #ditchbook

Stella_Pollard Jul 13 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Yeah, but it's still a textbook and textbooks do become out of date quickly. #ditchbook

In reply to @mrnewell83, @openupresources

AssignmentHelpN Jul 13 @ 10:15 PM EDT

7 Productive Activities to Make the Best use of Summer Vacations https://t.co/7IWgJiMM2a #ditchbook #moedchat

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Yes and how best should we learn this is something I think about and ask #ditchbook

In reply to @roxi_thompson

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Oh man, my desk is not orderly and clear most of the time. EEK! #ditchbook

In reply to @emosier3, @MissKaylaYoung

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:15 PM EDT

@pookieboy37 @joshuarapoza also used Classroom for PD #ditchbook

In reply to @jasontolen, @pookieboy37, @joshuarapoza

ChasGregory314 Jul 13 @ 10:15 PM EDT

I always crack up when I read that! #ditchbook

In reply to @TTmomTT, @rlfreedm, @alicekeeler

craigklement - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Nice! I had Ts that had trouble locating video in the stream of GC, so I created a spot in the About tab for all of them, #DitchBook

In reply to @mr_middle_2, @TTmomTT, @SEANJFAHEY

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:15 PM EDT

#truth #ditchbook

In reply to @DevEducators

mrnewell83 Jul 13 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A2-b: Remember, Ts are NOT curriculum writers and don't have proper training. We can choose what's best but shouldn't write 100% #ditchbook

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:16 PM EDT

Would it help to know I sent the photo? Blog was based on my PD #ditchbook

In reply to @ChasGregory314, @TTmomTT, @alicekeeler

emosier3 Jul 13 @ 10:16 PM EDT

Karly, you've done it again! I LOVE this idea. I may try it since I have trouble keeping a website up and relevant! #ditchbook #YRUSoGood?!

In reply to @KarlyMoura

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:16 PM EDT

I 2nd that as well! #ditchbook Looking at my #googlemath flags again today. #ditchbook

In reply to @craigklement, @rlfreedm, @ChasGregory314, @joboaler, @classroomchef

Miss_Lievens Jul 13 @ 10:16 PM EDT

Hey #ditchbook people! I'm Abbi from Davenport- can I join in late?!?!

SEANJFAHEY Jul 13 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A2 Has it been said yet? #HYPERDOCS! They are purposeful digital lessons that can be molded to be whatever Ts & Ss need #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A2 Staying relevant! Textbooks are outdated almost the minute they are printed 😔 #ditchbook

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:16 PM EDT

I was waiting for you on that one #ditchbook

In reply to @SEANJFAHEY

Ron_Martiello Jul 13 @ 10:16 PM EDT

I agree. Google Classroom is flexible enough for a homebase to support the playlist. #blinaction #ditchbook

In reply to @mr_middle_2

Stephanie_GXY Jul 13 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A2: Allows personalized lesson for S & T able to cross-link content to another subject for better understanding on the concept #ditchbook

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:16 PM EDT

Always join! Even for a few minutes #ditchbook

In reply to @Miss_Lievens

MissKaylaYoung Jul 13 @ 10:16 PM EDT

Oh yeah. I never leave my desk a mess. It will drive me crazy all night. Lol #ditchbook

In reply to @emosier3

twoguysde Jul 13 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A2: Umm I think my Ss don't know what textbooks are and I like it that way...w/out the textbook Ss can learn beyond a 400 pg book #ditchbook

mr_middle_2 Jul 13 @ 10:16 PM EDT

I created a Google Site which is essentially a library of videos now and I have linked in the About Tab. :D #ditchbook

In reply to @craigklement, @TTmomTT, @SEANJFAHEY

emosier3 Jul 13 @ 10:16 PM EDT

Of course you can, Abbi!!! #ditchbook (By the way folks, Abbi just celebrated a birthday recently!!!!!!)

In reply to @Miss_Lievens

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:16 PM EDT

Also remember curriculum writers share what they want you to know #ditchbook

In reply to @mrnewell83

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:16 PM EDT

Funny. I didn't know that! #ditchbook

In reply to @rlfreedm, @ChasGregory314, @alicekeeler

craigklement - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:17 PM EDT

My ideas of a teacher desk were challenged when reading #shiftthis by @JoyKirr. #ditchbook

In reply to @TTmomTT, @emosier3, @MissKaylaYoung, @JoyKirr

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Q3: Share an example of content that you’ve created (or would like to create) for your students. #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Lol. The kids use it. Why not the teachers? #Ditchbook

In reply to @emosier3

PrincipalNyberg Jul 13 @ 10:17 PM EDT

a2. I've said it many times. This is THE BEST TIME to be in education! This is one of the reasons why. #ditchbook Hi from Wyoming, btw :)

DevEducators Jul 13 @ 10:17 PM EDT

There is a site that archives all twitter chats. I will have to look it up. Can't remember off the top of my head. #ditchbook

In reply to @MrsRHobbs, @mpilakow

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:17 PM EDT

On my list but haven't gotten to that one yet. #ditchbook

In reply to @craigklement, @emosier3, @MissKaylaYoung, @JoyKirr

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Bitmojis are HUGE #ditchbook

In reply to @emosier3

emosier3 Jul 13 @ 10:17 PM EDT

It bothers me when I HAVE to run for a mtg or to pick up my kiddos and it's a mess. Kinda like doing the dishes before bed. #ditchbook

In reply to @TTmomTT, @MissKaylaYoung

ZajacSLP Jul 13 @ 10:17 PM EDT

#Ditchbook A2: Relevance to Ss indiv & grp needs. Allows ties to local and meaningful opportunities for practice & generalization of skills.

In reply to @rlfreedm, @TTmomTT

MissKaylaYoung Jul 13 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A2: Personalized learning. Meet each student at their needs and interest. Ensure success for all #kidsdeserveit #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:17 PM EDT

I share a GC with teachers in my school. Easier to update and they have a hub to check. #ditchbook

In reply to @KarlyMoura

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:18 PM EDT

I keep a static site #ditchbook

In reply to @emosier3, @KarlyMoura

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A3: #ditchbook

roxi_thompson Jul 13 @ 10:18 PM EDT

Yes! And tend to minimize the contributions of minorities #ditchbook

In reply to @rlfreedm, @mrnewell83

twoguysde Jul 13 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A2: It shows students that learning is everywhere #ditchbook

mr_middle_2 Jul 13 @ 10:18 PM EDT

I don't even want to give them out this year... Wasting space in my room! #ditchbook

In reply to @twoguysde

Stephanie_GXY Jul 13 @ 10:18 PM EDT

One of the easiest book that I have read these few weeks as it is relevant & applicable to my case #ditchbook

In reply to @craigklement

Clymer_Edu Jul 13 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A3: I make demo videos and upload them to my YouTube channel so students can access them. #ditchbook

craigklement - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:18 PM EDT

Honestly, it wasn't my favorite read. But still got some ideas out of it. #ditchbook

In reply to @TTmomTT, @emosier3, @MissKaylaYoung, @JoyKirr

SEANJFAHEY Jul 13 @ 10:18 PM EDT

This meme always get me laughing...#ditchbook

In reply to @ChasGregory314, @TTmomTT, @rlfreedm, @alicekeeler

jasontolen Jul 13 @ 10:18 PM EDT

Q2 A2 As a frmr SS tchr creating my own content helps avoid outdated material & you can include current Ss in updates & creation. #ditchbook

emosier3 Jul 13 @ 10:18 PM EDT

I have a desk in my office. I am a traveling teacher (only teach 2 periods), but I am interested to hear about what you read! #ditchbook

In reply to @craigklement, @TTmomTT, @MissKaylaYoung, @JoyKirr

ChasGregory314 Jul 13 @ 10:18 PM EDT

Of course, welcome! #ditchbook #twitterPLN

In reply to @Miss_Lievens

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:18 PM EDT

I'm a teacher and I do have curriculum writing training. More do than you think. #ditchbook

In reply to @mrnewell83

craigklement - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:19 PM EDT

The baseball review game is my favorite! #Googlemath #ditchbook

In reply to @ChasGregory314, @TTmomTT, @rlfreedm, @joboaler, @classroomchef

Ryan7Read Jul 13 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A3: Pixel art to achievement badges and make your own games with @bloxelsbuilder #ditchbook

ToddShriver Jul 13 @ 10:19 PM EDT

#ditchbook A3 Love using @TeachingLC Primary Source Analysis Sheets Created them into @googledocs to use with Ss to discuss primary sources

emosier3 Jul 13 @ 10:19 PM EDT

That's good to know! Kind of a "check out" book as opposed to "have to own" like #ditchbook and #DitchHW?!

In reply to @craigklement, @TTmomTT, @MissKaylaYoung, @JoyKirr

ItsMrsPenrod Jul 13 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A3 Ss created documentaries based on problem/issue they were passionate about & we Skype a documentary producer 😁 #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Q3: Share an example of content that you’ve created (or would like to create) for your students. #ditchbook

roxi_thompson Jul 13 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A3: I just started the #Hyperdocs boot camp. So I'm starting my first hyperdoc on the effects of climate change in the U.S. #ditchbook

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A3. #ditchbook here are #hyperdocs for reading street #5thchat with some other's genius work sprinkled in https://t.co/uAlOX2fE1E

twoguysde Jul 13 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A3: I created a HyperDoc that takes them all over the map with resources from all over the web #ditchbook

DevEducators Jul 13 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A3: Teaching how an eq works by having seesaw demonstration.Fulcrum of seesaw acts as = sign. What happens when Joe gets on? #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Jul 13 @ 10:19 PM EDT

This one too! LOL #ditchbook

In reply to @ChasGregory314, @TTmomTT, @rlfreedm, @alicekeeler

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:19 PM EDT

Agreed #ditchbook

In reply to @PrincipalNyberg

MissKaylaYoung Jul 13 @ 10:20 PM EDT

Amazing! Students need to be able to answer the why question! #DitchBook

In reply to @roxi_thompson

ChasGregory314 Jul 13 @ 10:20 PM EDT

I moved mine to the bookroom! #ditchbook #girlbye

In reply to @mr_middle_2, @twoguysde

ZajacSLP Jul 13 @ 10:20 PM EDT

#Ditchbook A3: Make & take social communication/competency navigation tool for F2F, phone, email, text and Social Media communication.

In reply to @TTmomTT

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:20 PM EDT

Both of those make me ROFL! #ditchbook

In reply to @SEANJFAHEY, @ChasGregory314, @rlfreedm, @alicekeeler

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:20 PM EDT

A3 @SEANJFAHEY @MicheleWagg & @MsMarshallCMS and I created a novel #HyperDoc for #GRA17 https://t.co/zyzOwzOIRz #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Jul 5 @ 11:01 AM EDT

The Wild Robot Novel #HyperDoc Created w/ @MsMarshallCMS @KarlyMoura @michelewagg #GRA17 #GRAwild #ditchbook https://t.co/urJaLErfar

craigklement - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:20 PM EDT

In my opinion yes, but have heard several people that love it. I have read some excellent books so far this summer though #ditchbook

In reply to @emosier3, @TTmomTT, @MissKaylaYoung, @JoyKirr

PrincipalNyberg Jul 13 @ 10:20 PM EDT

a3. When I taught, I had created this fun stock market game. It was totally pencil/paper, but it would have rocked in GSuite! #ditchbook

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:20 PM EDT

Wait until Ditch That Homework comes out! #ditchbook

In reply to @Stephanie_GXY, @craigklement

Ryan7Read Jul 13 @ 10:20 PM EDT

Phone on empty goodnight everyone #ditchbook

mr_middle_2 Jul 13 @ 10:21 PM EDT

Here is a playlist for Age of Exploration in 7th grade. Still a work in progress. Inspired by @taenos99! https://t.co/VyOmWWstSO #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Q3: Share an example of content that you’ve created (or would like to create) for your students. #ditchbook

mrnewell83 Jul 13 @ 10:21 PM EDT

I believe in #ditchbook but it's nice to know that curriculum is coming along. I know they're not there yet!

In reply to @TTmomTT

SEANJFAHEY Jul 13 @ 10:21 PM EDT

happy to oblige! #ditchbook

In reply to @rlfreedm

Miss_Lievens Jul 13 @ 10:21 PM EDT

Love having Ss make newscasts to show their learning. They think it's so fun that they don't realize how much work they're doing! #ditchbook

emosier3 Jul 13 @ 10:21 PM EDT

See ya, Ryan!!! #ditchbook Have a good night!

In reply to @Ryan7Read

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:21 PM EDT

So important for SS. Some of the texts are ancient and you're not study Ancient History! #ditchbook

In reply to @jasontolen

DevEducators Jul 13 @ 10:21 PM EDT

This is the real heart of the Common Core movement. #ditchbook

In reply to @MissKaylaYoung, @roxi_thompson

AnnickRauch Jul 13 @ 10:21 PM EDT

A3: my students made little videos of themselves demonstrating calm down breathing strategies #DitchBook

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:21 PM EDT

Best way to update things! Inc Ss #ditchbook

In reply to @jasontolen

Ron_Martiello Jul 13 @ 10:21 PM EDT

A2: Customizing cuts out unnecessary content & get to deeper learning. Content from Ss PLNs could create Ss ownership. #Ditchbook #cliu21PIL

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:10 PM EDT

Question 2 #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:21 PM EDT

A3 Also gamified our computer science lessons 👍https://t.co/ikGQgJy0IZ #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Jun 8 @ 6:32 PM EDT

New post: Getting Started with @Scratch and @makeymakey! https://t.co/oRDz1EKgw2 #STEM @ScratchEdTeam #ditchbook #csforall #Makerspaces

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:22 PM EDT

Welcome to the #hyperdoc crew #ditchbook

In reply to @roxi_thompson

roxi_thompson Jul 13 @ 10:22 PM EDT

Yes! Love doing newscasts! #ditchbook

In reply to @Miss_Lievens

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:22 PM EDT

Love it! #ditchbook

In reply to @twoguysde

craigklement - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:22 PM EDT

A3: at the beginning of the year, I am going to do a collaborative Google Slides activity with my Ts, kinda a get to know you #ditchbook

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:22 PM EDT

Love when Ss have fun they have no idea they are learning #ditchbook

In reply to @Miss_Lievens

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:23 PM EDT

Question 4 #ditchbook

mr_middle_2 Jul 13 @ 10:23 PM EDT

Yes! Looking at introducing badge system halfway through the year. #ditchbook

In reply to @KarlyMoura, @scratch, @makeymakey, @ScratchEdTeam, @SEANJFAHEY, @LisaGuardino, @jmattmiller, @Jyoung1219, @rachelmarker, @MrsWard3, @MsHaughs, @ShaunaHawes, @alicekeeler, @coacheagan

DJFTLL Jul 13 @ 10:23 PM EDT

How Making Thinking Visible Helps Teachers and Students - November Learning via @AnaCristinaPrts https://t.co/Zb9Va0Isi8 #ditchbook

twoguysde Jul 13 @ 10:23 PM EDT

A3: Students created instructional videos that can be used for other classes. Students teaching other students! #ditchbook

MissKaylaYoung Jul 13 @ 10:23 PM EDT

Agreed! In math, why does the algorithm actually work! Love teaching math with Why! #DitchBook

In reply to @DevEducators, @roxi_thompson

ChasGregory314 Jul 13 @ 10:23 PM EDT

A3 Having kids make their own video tutorials of lessons with their fav probs. Then, they have a bank of videos to refer back to. #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A4: CYOA also help Ss write to a larger audience because we share them with a partner school. #ditchbook https://t.co/sEQIOehRg0

Stephanie_GXY Jul 13 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A3: Trying to xplore creating content by including Ss to be scriptwriter & choose own lrning adventure path #stuvoice #stuchoice #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:24 PM EDT

This is so fun. We can keep kids in school if we can keep them interested. #ditchbook

In reply to @Miss_Lievens

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A4. Publish Ss blogs- give them an authentic audience- connect to their community and beyond https://t.co/MWAHP1IWHR #ditchbook

ChasGregory314 Jul 13 @ 10:24 PM EDT

Love anything personal finance! #ditchbook

In reply to @PrincipalNyberg

roxi_thompson Jul 13 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A4: Used @KidblogDotOrg for the first time last year. Looking forward to using that to connect to other classrooms this year! #ditchbook

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:24 PM EDT

@MrsPrester would love that #ditchbook

ChasGregory314 Jul 13 @ 10:24 PM EDT

Love anything personal finance! #ditchbook
In reply to @PrincipalNyberg

DevEducators Jul 13 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A4: Does VLOG count? #Flipgrid? #ditchbook

craigklement - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A4: I am going to get some Ss to help create a badging system for teachers based off @beard_speak's Chrome squad #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:24 PM EDT

I also love that activity! #ditchbook

In reply to @craigklement

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:25 PM EDT

@LinaneJr check this out #ditchbook

craigklement - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A4: I am going to get some Ss to help create a badging system for teachers based off @beard_speak's Chrome squad #ditchbook

twoguysde Jul 13 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A4: I like the idea of blogging and vlogging for students. We can develop both our writing and speaking skills. They connect #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:25 PM EDT

RT Q4 #ditchbook

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:23 PM EDT

Question 4 #ditchbook

ZajacSLP Jul 13 @ 10:25 PM EDT

#Ditchbook A3: Adobe Spark slide show+#GlobalSpeedChat which allowed students 2 globally practice Listen skills, ELA skills & crit thinking

Ron_Martiello Jul 13 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A3: Creating YouTube Channel of playlists. Customizing videos to support flipped classroom activities. #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Q3: Share an example of content that you’ve created (or would like to create) for your students. #ditchbook

craigklement - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:25 PM EDT

We have close to 200 Ts on my campus and some have never met each other. Trying to increase collaborative efforts #ditchbook

In reply to @TTmomTT

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:25 PM EDT

Great way to blend learning #ditchbook

In reply to @Ron_Martiello

mrnewell83 Jul 13 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A3: #hyperdocs are my favorite resource for creating curriculum @TsGiveTs #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Jul 13 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A3 Here is my shared folder of #hyperdocs! https://t.co/Ei7OWUMWbE No requesting necessary #FileMakeACopy #bettertogether #ditchbook

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:25 PM EDT

Such an amazing place to go or the group on Facebook #ditchbook

In reply to @mrnewell83, @TsGiveTs

DevEducators Jul 13 @ 10:25 PM EDT

I am saving your site so I can read it. CYOA in math is awesome! #ditchbook

In reply to @TTmomTT

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:26 PM EDT

Love how we open our work out. Way it should be #ditchbook

In reply to @SEANJFAHEY

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:26 PM EDT

I teach math with questions and little direct instruction. Much deeper thinking #ditchbook

In reply to @MissKaylaYoung, @DevEducators, @roxi_thompson

emosier3 Jul 13 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A4: I used @weebly for Education in my LA class last year. Ss LOVED reflecting there and publishing and customizing their blogs. #ditchbook

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:26 PM EDT

Agreed #ditchbook

In reply to @TTmomTT, @MissKaylaYoung, @DevEducators, @roxi_thompson

MissKaylaYoung Jul 13 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A3:Created a end of year college and career exploration project Included obj for all subjects.Made Ss research and plan college. #ditchbook

Miss_Lievens Jul 13 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A4: I have Ss write about how they liked/disliked the topic and why. Helps me to get ready for next year and makes them think #ditchbook

mr_middle_2 Jul 13 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A4. Mix student blog with portfolio. Hoping Ss will share work while reflecting. Then, shared with parents/authenic audience. #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:25 PM EDT
RT Q4 #ditchbook
- rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:23 PM EDT
  
  Question 4 #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:26 PM EDT

Thanks. We've done this for 3 years now and it's awesome! #ditchbook

In reply to @DevEducators

PrincipalNyberg Jul 13 @ 10:26 PM EDT

I thought my HS Ss would hate it, but they ate it up. Buying/selling earning the most $. So gameified, before that was a thing :) #ditchbook

In reply to @ChasGregory314

ChasGregory314 Jul 13 @ 10:26 PM EDT

I'm hoping to create something like this-- thanks for the info! #ditchbook

In reply to @craigklement, @beard_speak

Stella_Pollard Jul 13 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A4: Vlogging with #flipgrid will change my Ss perspective! #ditchbook

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:27 PM EDT

Great use of @flipgrid #ditchbook

In reply to @Stella_Pollard, @flipgrid

craigklement - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:27 PM EDT

I tried twice in the spring. First time only 4 responses, 2nd time had 21 responses. Slowly but surely #ditchbook

In reply to @roxi_thompson, @TTmomTT, @flipgrid

DevEducators Jul 13 @ 10:27 PM EDT

#hyperdoc last year. Once students got passes learning curve, it worked out VERY well! #ditchbook

In reply to @mrnewell83, @TsGiveTs

Stella_Pollard Jul 13 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A3: #ditchbook https://t.co/HvYVxfqImE My very own digital breakout edu

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:28 PM EDT

This is amazing #ditchbook

In reply to @Stella_Pollard

TTmomTT - Moderator Jul 13 @ 10:28 PM EDT

I forget about how awesome Adobe Spark is until someone brings it up. It's very easy to use & looks pro. Kids r proud of product. #ditchbook

In reply to @ZajacSLP

MissKaylaYoung Jul 13 @ 10:28 PM EDT

A3:Created a end of year college and career exploration project Included obj for all subjects.Made Ss research and plan college. #ditchbook

DevEducators Jul 13 @ 10:28 PM EDT

Just opened it up for a quick read later tonight. #ditchbook

In reply to @Stella_Pollard

AnnickRauch Jul 13 @ 10:28 PM EDT

A4: We publicly launched a project to the community asking them to tweet us their Qs, ans my 1st gr Ss answered the tweets #DitchBook

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:29 PM EDT

I love how personal this is to Ss #ditchbook

In reply to @MissKaylaYoung

Stella_Pollard Jul 13 @ 10:29 PM EDT

GREAT idea! @lynzhite and I are having our #gamification groups make Ship Flags during our onboarding experience this year! #ditchbook

In reply to @MissKaylaYoung, @lynzhite

Stephanie_GXY Jul 13 @ 10:29 PM EDT

A4: Personal thoughts on how Ss can relate to the real world crisis. Expose Ss to things beyond classroom for better engagement #ditchbook

rlfreedm Jul 13 @ 10:29 PM EDT

What a great idea! I just added Social Media Ambassadors to my room jobs #ditchbook

In reply to @AnnickRauch

SEANJFAHEY Jul 13 @ 10:29 PM EDT

Heck yeah they count! They are both about #studentvoice and real world audience. I think @flipgrid can be the perfect platform. #ditchbook

DevEducators Jul 13 @ 10:24 PM EDT

A4: Does VLOG count? #Flipgrid? #ditchbook