#edchat Archive
#Edchat is a hashtag, a movement—it is a weekly organized Twitter discussion of educators and people interested in education that meet virtually from all over the world. #Edchat serves as a conversation thread on Twitter and is also used for organized weekly discussions.
Tuesday March 29, 2016
It is important for the presenter to remove themselves from the group during Critical Friends... https://t.co/XxDO7FwVGj
Edcamps are all about T choice in what THEY want to learn! https://t.co/0anYgYFTGf
Here's our Topic; As an Edcamp advocate what do you tell colleagues abt its specific differences over what has always passed for PD?
I'm doing a mock proposal on an app for gamification in classroom. I'd like to breifly talk with those experianced in gamification.
Students use the feedback they received in Critical Friends to revise and refine their work. https://t.co/XDy6PfAoXC
WELCOME Topic: As an Edcamp advocate what do you tell colleagues about its specific differences over what has always passed for PD?
on edchat you are able to decided what you want to talk about & in PD it is chosen for you already https://t.co/w8OTjWYJWw
Here's our Topic; As an Edcamp advocate what do you tell colleagues abt its specific differences over what has always passed for PD?
Edcamps have grown in number over the last 5 years. They are taking place Globally. Help is offered by The Edcamp Foundation
Attended yesterday. Tone is upbeat, no eye-rolling about boondoggles, no wasted time, you control your experience.
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Love this. Why I keep learning videos, pics & student drawings. Never know when "your kids" may come back. https://t.co/Ef3QjFWGiF
Edcamps create the too-little-used opportunity for teachers to assert themselves as experts
This is what authentic learning is all about! https://t.co/1JXffK6maW
PBL = BookerT High School here working on composting w/1st & 2nd. Kinder skyping w/Kinders in New York co-authoring book
As an Edcamp advocate what do you tell colleagues abt its specific differences over what has always passed for PD? Next hour on
If you can, olease try and help this educator with gamification. https://t.co/wvNDrUqGTd
I'm doing a mock proposal on an app for gamification in classroom. I'd like to breifly talk with those experianced in gamification.
are free for educators and they are held usually on Saturdays in schools.
UNDERWAY Topic: As an Edcamp advocate what do you tell colleagues about its specific differences over what has always passed for PD?
One of the most important things about being a teacher is not treating certain students like they're stupid.
does not try to push an agenda and is not run/sponsored by any companies
Adults learn better from conversation of relevant and authentic topics. This is the basis of Edcamp.
WHAT do you call teachers teaching teachers? EDCAMP …
Our Topic: As an Edcamp advocate what do you tell colleagues about its specific differences over what has always passed for PD?
I agree that it is so important to make each student feel like they are special in the time you have them in your classroom.
Discussion in class today about strikes for bad behaviour (after 3 strikes=out the room etc) What do you think? Good system? Or not?
Teachers prefer to learn something today so that they can use it tomorrow. This is also a goal for Edcamps
You're going to be around like-minded, intrinsically motivated people at an https://t.co/FkSplajFAn
Our Topic: As an Edcamp advocate what do you tell colleagues about its specific differences over what has always passed for PD?
We want our students to be lifelong learners... walk the walk = Edcamp!
The first ten minutes of reminds me of a buzzword fever dream that i had back when i thought that masters degree mattered.
WHEN participants create the agenda then they get what the need. ISN’T THAT THE WAY THINGS SHOULD BE?
Get Ss engaged to raise levels! Survey shows too many aren't engaged in school & many "actively disengaged" https://t.co/fWSHVlXQ2i
edCAMPS are about collaboration and problem solving. Traditional conferences are about networking, presentations, etc.
Absolutely! Really want to do an edcamp for my 5th graders- Has anyone done this? https://t.co/BWQLfd2Ztv
WHEN participants create the agenda then they get what the need. ISN’T THAT THE WAY THINGS SHOULD BE?
is the ultimate high for teachers looking to expand/grow their PLN!
congratulations on a great experience!
So true. Many of our PD's I have prior knowledge in, I want to better my teaching with what I need https://t.co/KJcXIZzNnP
WHEN participants create the agenda then they get what the need. ISN’T THAT THE WAY THINGS SHOULD BE?
The Edcamp Foundation site to obtain info, suggestions, materials & limited funding to do a local Edcamp. https://t.co/eY3f5tcp80
Learning what edCAMPS are all about in this https://t.co/PfM2vEygxf
edCAMPS are about collaboration and problem solving. Traditional conferences are about networking, presentations, etc.
This science is looking forward to what our friends will be tweeting from the annual conference.
I ask a lot of questions and I can answer all those questions. Sometimes my answers are wrong but the questions never are.
What can educators do to better support introverts?
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I've never heard of edCAMPS before either! https://t.co/CZJXmHP1OO
Learning what edCAMPS are all about in this https://t.co/PfM2vEygxf
edCAMPS are about collaboration and problem solving. Traditional conferences are about networking, presentations, etc.
completely agree! Very important to nuture different learning methods to address all Ss needs & boost their experience
sounds like edcamp is beneficial to everyone https://t.co/KejJNhKQMR
Adults learn better from conversation of relevant and authentic topics. This is the basis of Edcamp.
I am also amazed at what edcamps are https://t.co/VllkXaLSme
Learning what edCAMPS are all about in this https://t.co/PfM2vEygxf
edCAMPS are about collaboration and problem solving. Traditional conferences are about networking, presentations, etc.
Edcamp sessions are conversations between educators who know about some education topic and those who don't. No formal presentations.
I explained that EdCamp is more authentic and lets educators take the lead to share their expertise and experience
TAKE CHARGE of your learning is an oft heard phrase. EdCamps are where talk turns to action.
Thanks! I'll check it out now while the kids are at music!
I participate in many conferences&symposiums and also my students participate in contests and exhibitions . But I am curious
This is the first I've ever heard of an edcamp. I really love the idea. What a great way to fire people up!
yes, though everything is still about networking.
Edcamp is educators leading educators in relevant, authentic discussions for professional development that respects all participants
WHAT’s not to like about EDcamp. It’s FREE, sessions are determined by attendees, and everyone has a role to play?
Doesn't look like there are any edCAMPS near us...bummer!
My =- Conference page https://t.co/UcFO8CdQYX EdCamps are of the educators, by the educators and for the educators.
edcamps sound very interesting & something I would like to know more about in my area any places to get more information?
Edcamp sessions are determined that day by those who have an interest or a knowledge of a specific topic in Edu.
For eds that think that they have nothing to contribute- an edcamp is refreshing- all contribute to learning!
Thank you so much, I was wanting to know more
Sounds so much better than an academic conference, - Real problems, real collaboration! https://t.co/DfH9qUTSQB
Edcamp sessions are conversations between educators who know about some education topic and those who don't. No formal presentations.
Edcamp Rule of 2 feet: If a session is not meeting your needs, get up and walk to a different session that may be better for you.
When you have issued a negative consequence, make sure you re-engage with the student shortly afterwards. https://t.co/2WSsA99Hkb
occasionally have to ease organizers into edcamps - the "letting go" leaves some queasy. Afterward we hear "that was so cool!"
- I'd certainly like networking within this framework, though. Far more invigorating!
So awesome that there is no agenda. People show up and decided where the conversation is going to go! https://t.co/fUk2fIeLHZ
I got more meaningful ideas from 1 Edcamp than all other PD & conferences I paid to attend last year.
There are no vendors at Edcamps beyond maybe a sign as to who sponsored the breakfast or lunch for the edcamp.
So at is there more than 1 session going on at a time
Edcamps are for any level of education! I teach college and learned a ton of ideas from kinder teachers!
MIRACULOUSLY, at EDcamps the schedule boards always fill up! Now that says something, doesn’t it…
Really important - sleeplessness can become status symbol at , something to compete over. Never wise. https://t.co/st6Jv2W9lR
multiple sessions with a strong "vote with your feet" vibe. Best ones vary session style as well as content.
we always have things to say/learn/discuss - we just created an environment that suppresses that. Sad.
Here is a Corwin book from the Edcamp Foundation that explains the ins and outs of Edcamps. https://t.co/vehBlGEViL
Boy, does it ever, That's a signal for engaged learning. Something everyone wants/needs. https://t.co/GU5kxlxj4z
MIRACULOUSLY, at EDcamps the schedule boards always fill up! Now that says something, doesn’t it…
WANT TO KNOW WHAT GENUINE COLLABORATION looks like? Do yourself a favor, go to edcamp.
learning can come from anyone at edcamps https://t.co/JheArcRW1u
Edcamps are for any level of education! I teach college and learned a ton of ideas from kinder teachers!
How might we carry visible fidelity where scholarship meets productivity?
Now THAT'S exciting, - Who wouldn't benefit from a diverse group of teachers helping e/o? https://t.co/8M0n9KIJwr
Edcamps are for any level of education! I teach college and learned a ton of ideas from kinder teachers!
Please complete a short survey on your experience with for a dissertation study for the Univ of Alabama. https://t.co/8HvKmbON9Z
I love that I would be engaged in PD that is meaningful to the grade level I teach and my goals professionally.
There are noticeable gaps between Iowa's self-reported proficiency levels vs proficiency reported by NAEP: https://t.co/TiCA6tvP9Q
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I too like this idea, I have never heard of edchats b4 now and will be looking into them
We've organized variations of edcamps for years for edtech coaches; this year we went w/the brand https://t.co/bUxUfVftwP
this is great, thanks for sharing!
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Are we talking EdCamps for educators only, or EdCamps for everyone (as has been?) I think there's a place for both.
all of these edcamps are new to me. I’m going to have to research more about them
[EDUCATION] George Mason Student Accused In BDSM Sexual Assault Case Wins Rare Legal Victory ☞ https://t.co/2h7t5tiUft
You and me both, the chat has been pretty enlightening so far
and through tweets, as folks frequently praised the gods of .
I tell them it is participant driven, not organizer driven. You learn what you choose, not what they choose. https://t.co/VSbBseaapC
WELCOME Topic: As an Edcamp advocate what do you tell colleagues about its specific differences over what has always passed for PD?
Edcamps are engaging, informative, free & successful Professional Development delivered by educators.
. You've totally inspired me. for kids is a MUST do for my 5th graders- maybe tie in with
Choice is the ultimate advantage of Edcamp over the typical mandated school PD- if it's not relevant or useful you're free to move!
Great thanks today to Mark Weston who you may know as for moderating today's
THANK YOU for participating in Be sure to attend an EDcamp new you own. Special shoutout to co-moderator
. For sure. Ts know what they want & need to know.
Our lens for co-teaching: when does scaffolding become spoonfeeding? What happens when we do the thinking for our students?
Like the idea. being able to get up and go to another session if you do not like the one you are in https://t.co/X19XmLRXSF
Choice is the ultimate advantage of Edcamp over the typical mandated school PD- if it's not relevant or useful you're free to move!
Excited to join Twitter and to make a PLN!
New to Twitter! Excited to make a PLN!
Yes thank you for leading this chat, I learned some great info abt edcamps https://t.co/Xun8jgkkk6
Great thanks today to Mark Weston who you may know as for moderating today's
Yes thank you for informing us about the ins and outs of edcamps
I LOVE this quote, “Tech won’t replace teachers, but teachers who use tech will replace those who don’t.”
The least productive people are usually the ones who are most in favor of holding meetings. — T. Sowell
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Honored that I was chosen for the Kezai Koho Fellowship to study in the country of Japan this summer!
50 years later, we remember Vietnam. We are asking students, how did it change our country? https://t.co/NflXptrFYL
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