#NT2T Archive

This Twitter chat is dedicated to those educators who are new to Twitter. Join them each Saturday morning at 9am EST for a weekly discussion.
Saturday June 17, 2017
9:00 AM EDT
  • participatechat Jun 17 @ 9:00 AM EDT
    Participate in the upcoming #NT2T by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/GpGqfPgf4l
  • stephwurking - Moderator Jun 17 @ 9:02 AM EDT
    Thanks for coming, Tanya! Our pool guides this morning are @stacyshughes and @cllowery - #nt2t
    In reply to @tmweller, @stacyshughes, @cllowery
  • EoinLenihan Jun 17 @ 9:03 AM EDT
    Hi everyone. Popping in for a dip myself :) #nt2t
    In reply to @stephwurking, @tmweller, @stacyshughes, @cllowery
  • stephwurking - Moderator Jun 17 @ 9:04 AM EDT
    Jump right in, Eoin! Always glad to have you with us! #nt2t
    In reply to @EoinLenihan, @tmweller, @stacyshughes, @cllowery
  • seni_bl Jun 17 @ 9:04 AM EDT
    Hi #NT2t Ready to start.
  • EoinLenihan Jun 17 @ 9:05 AM EDT
    Thanks Stephan! Looking forward to it as always. #nt2t
    In reply to @stephwurking, @tmweller, @stacyshughes, @cllowery
  • CHitch94 Jun 17 @ 9:06 AM EDT
    Chris from Bloomington, IN. Teach world history for private online HS. Husband wants to visit a local lake soon. :) #nt2t
  • EoinLenihan Jun 17 @ 9:06 AM EDT
    Hi Ines! Another sunny day in Germany! #nt2t
    In reply to @seni_bl
  • seni_bl Jun 17 @ 9:07 AM EDT
    Right! Glad to start in my last week at school. And then: HOLIDAYS! 😎#nt2t
    In reply to @EoinLenihan
  • stephwurking - Moderator Jun 17 @ 9:08 AM EDT
    #nt2t Hello, will be doing a little different 2day - using Gifs and questions instead of photo cards to discuss the topic - Making a Splash
  • stephwurking - Moderator Jun 17 @ 9:09 AM EDT
    Great, Chris, what's the name of the lake? #nt2t
    In reply to @CHitch94
  • EoinLenihan Jun 17 @ 9:09 AM EDT
    Nice! Just finishing up 2 weeks of Pfingsten here in BW. Was like a summer holiday, weather was so nice! #nt2t
    In reply to @seni_bl
  • EduGladiators Jun 17 @ 9:10 AM EDT
    🙋🏻‍♂️🙋Do you need a break...during the school year? If so, join us TODAY for #EduGladiators chat on balance! #CatholicEdChat #NT2T
  • stephwurking - Moderator Jun 17 @ 9:12 AM EDT
    #nt2t Let's get going - Q1 Q1:When jumping into the Twitter pool, do you get in all at once or bit by bit?
  • EoinLenihan Jun 17 @ 9:12 AM EDT
    Speaking of making a splash. Spent last 3 days out at the lake here near #Ulm Lovely. #nt2t
  • jschwartzcen Jun 17 @ 9:12 AM EDT
    #nt2t Morning from cloudy Manitoba Canada. I am a gr. 3/4 trmeacher with 2 more busy weeks to go.
  • EoinLenihan Jun 17 @ 9:14 AM EDT
    A1. Both! Jump right in with the first tweet and is is perfectly ok to just dip a toe in when it comes to chats. #nt2t
    In reply to @stephwurking
  • stephwurking - Moderator Jun 17 @ 9:14 AM EDT
    Welcome, John! #nt2t is getting all wet today
    In reply to @jschwartzcen
  • seni_bl Jun 17 @ 9:14 AM EDT
    A1: definitely step by step. It was a learning process. You start, learn and grow. #NT2t
  • stephwurking - Moderator Jun 17 @ 9:14 AM EDT
    Indeed! #nt2t
    In reply to @EoinLenihan
  • EPSPersonalized Jun 17 @ 9:15 AM EDT
    Deeper Student Learning - Using Thinking Routines: @sfeigalhitch shares Research & Resources! https://t.co/rkc4SbgInH #satchat #nt2t
  • stephwurking - Moderator Jun 17 @ 9:16 AM EDT
    One toe at a time, if that is okay! #nt2t
    In reply to @EoinLenihan
  • seni_bl Jun 17 @ 9:17 AM EDT
    A1: First you have to step in. That's like a jump but then you can decide your pace on Twitter. That's an advantage. #NT2t
  • jschwartzcen Jun 17 @ 9:17 AM EDT
    #nt2t A1; I think the best is to get in bit by bit, not biting off too much but as the water warms up you move further in , doing more.
  • CHitch94 Jun 17 @ 9:17 AM EDT
    A1) I planned to get in bit by bit but attended #sschat and couldn't just lurk. :) #nt2t
  • EoinLenihan Jun 17 @ 9:17 AM EDT
    True. At first it was just about tweeting, jumping in. Later I figured out why I wanted to use Twitter & that shaped my interactions. #nt2t
    In reply to @seni_bl
  • stephwurking - Moderator Jun 17 @ 9:17 AM EDT
    #nt2t Ready for Q2?
  • seni_bl Jun 17 @ 9:19 AM EDT
    That's the best way if starting: find a chat and be integrated. So you feel that you're part of a community. #nt2t
    In reply to @CHitch94
  • CHitch94 Jun 17 @ 9:21 AM EDT
    That worked for me but it's great that people can find their own way into Twitter to make it work best for them. :) #nt2t
    In reply to @seni_bl
  • EoinLenihan Jun 17 @ 9:21 AM EDT
    Definitely! I certainly followed chats without joining as I got to know the system. Side chats are great way to learn the ropes too. #nt2t
    In reply to @stephwurking
  • ApraRalli Jun 17 @ 9:21 AM EDT
    #NT2T hi everyone... joining in from India ..
  • stephwurking - Moderator Jun 17 @ 9:22 AM EDT
    #nt2t Q2:No running! What are the Twitter pool rules you know and follow?
  • tmweller Jun 17 @ 9:22 AM EDT
    A1. I took a long time to gain the courage and then only a little bit at a time. #Nt2t #ecmp355
  • EoinLenihan Jun 17 @ 9:22 AM EDT
    Hi Aprajita. Welcome :) Lovely crew here. #nt2t
    In reply to @ApraRalli
  • stephwurking - Moderator Jun 17 @ 9:22 AM EDT
    We are thrilled to have you! What time is it on your end, by the way? #nt2t
    In reply to @ApraRalli
  • seni_bl Jun 17 @ 9:23 AM EDT
    Hi, great to have you! #nt2t
    In reply to @ApraRalli
  • tmweller Jun 17 @ 9:23 AM EDT
    Yes. #Nt2t #ecmp355
  • ApraRalli Jun 17 @ 9:23 AM EDT
    #NT2T A1 apprehensive small steps initially and then plunging full on..and crossed the mountain of self doubt within
  • stephwurking - Moderator Jun 17 @ 9:23 AM EDT
    It's one of our basic needs as humans - a sense of belonging - #nt2t
    In reply to @seni_bl, @CHitch94
  • tmweller Jun 17 @ 9:24 AM EDT
    Agreed!!!! #Nt2t #ecmp355
  • jschwartzcen Jun 17 @ 9:24 AM EDT
    #nt2t A2: Always be respectful of those around you . Be ready to share, share, share.
  • stephwurking - Moderator Jun 17 @ 9:24 AM EDT
    So much is learned on and off the field, not so? #nt2t
    In reply to @EoinLenihan
  • jschwartzcen Jun 17 @ 9:25 AM EDT
    Welcome from your friends in Canada. #nt2t
    In reply to @ApraRalli
  • EoinLenihan Jun 17 @ 9:25 AM EDT
    A2. Just be a decent human being. Then everything will be fine. People are on here to help and to learn. #nt2t
    In reply to @stephwurking
  • stephwurking - Moderator Jun 17 @ 9:26 AM EDT
    Did you take that pic? Wow! It graphically fits your comment. #nt2t
    In reply to @ApraRalli
  • tmweller Jun 17 @ 9:27 AM EDT
    A2. Always use the host sites handle after answering questions. Also, I found this great site https://t.co/gh2I2b9DGV #Nt2t #ecmp355
  • cass_lowry Jun 17 @ 9:27 AM EDT
    A2 don't like your own Tweets #NT2t
  • stephwurking - Moderator Jun 17 @ 9:29 AM EDT
    #nt2t Going to tweet out Q3 - Keep the Pout of our pool! How do you navigate gross situations?
  • jschwartzcen Jun 17 @ 9:29 AM EDT
    Good intro to chats. #rm10twitter #nt2t https://t.co/yEMzHz8ZpP
  • tmweller Jun 17 @ 9:29 AM EDT
    Yep. Tooting my own horn - not good, not good at all. #Nt2t #ecmp355
  • EoinLenihan Jun 17 @ 9:30 AM EDT
    A2. Etiquette is important. Don't spam hashtags. Be polite. It's ok to disagree, just try to be constructive. #nt2t
  • EoinLenihan Jun 17 @ 9:30 AM EDT
    That's a good one :) #nt2t
    In reply to @tmweller
  • ApraRalli Jun 17 @ 9:30 AM EDT
    #nt2t A2. Respond to all likes and answers... When you lurk announce
  • stephwurking - Moderator Jun 17 @ 9:31 AM EDT
    Some good, decent Twitter etiquette - #nt2t
    In reply to @cass_lowry
  • seni_bl Jun 17 @ 9:31 AM EDT
    A2: care, share, be supportive - Twitter is a society which lives from input. Share your thoughts, material and learn from each other. #NT2t
  • cass_lowry Jun 17 @ 9:32 AM EDT
    A3 don't tweet in anger, block and get out #NT2t
  • jschwartzcen Jun 17 @ 9:33 AM EDT
    I wish people would share more often. I have learned so much from those frequent sharers. #nt2t
    • seni_bl Jun 17 @ 9:31 AM EDT
      A2: care, share, be supportive - Twitter is a society which lives from input. Share your thoughts, material and learn from each other. #NT2t
  • EoinLenihan Jun 17 @ 9:33 AM EDT
    A3. Twitter is my happy place, enough stress IRL. If people are being provocative & personal I disengage. Persistent & I mute. #nt2t
    In reply to @stephwurking
  • stephwurking - Moderator Jun 17 @ 9:34 AM EDT
    IRL? Lost me there, sorry. #nt2t
    In reply to @EoinLenihan
  • tmweller Jun 17 @ 9:35 AM EDT
    I am not sure if I have run into any foulness as yet. #Nt2t #ecmp355
  • EoinLenihan Jun 17 @ 9:35 AM EDT
    That's a good Q! I put my new blog posts into chats I join infrequently or frequently. 3 tags per post (for me). #nt2t
    In reply to @tmweller
  • CHitch94 Jun 17 @ 9:35 AM EDT
    A2) Be kind, be respectful, be open to new ideas, don't spam people, etc. #nt2t
  • tmweller Jun 17 @ 9:36 AM EDT
    Great advice. Thank you. #Nt2t #ecmp355
  • EoinLenihan Jun 17 @ 9:36 AM EDT
    "In Real Life" - Sorry, hope I'm down with the groovy cooly-cool lingo the young people be using :) #nt2t
    In reply to @stephwurking
  • ApraRalli Jun 17 @ 9:36 AM EDT
    #nt2t A3. Try not to get in one first 🤓and if you're there don't lock horns...life doesn't depend on this
  • CHitch94 Jun 17 @ 9:38 AM EDT
    A3) Block if someone follows me that looks to be associated w/ porn sites. Will report & block spam. Those are only yucky issues 4 me. #nt2t
  • EoinLenihan Jun 17 @ 9:39 AM EDT
    Same. For this reason I rank Twitter as the best PD I have had (my teacher training included!) #nt2t
    In reply to @jschwartzcen
  • stephwurking - Moderator Jun 17 @ 9:39 AM EDT
    Actually it's 9am Est- happening now. Join us if you can #nt2t
    In reply to @stacyshughes, @cllowery, @MrDataGuy, @drneilgupta, @smgaillard, @juliehleonardi, @SteveWyborney, @PaulSolarz, @Savvy_Educator, @Jyoung1219, @alysoncarp1, @DrJimmyShaw
  • seni_bl Jun 17 @ 9:40 AM EDT
    Yes, yes, yes! #nt2t #edupnx
    • EoinLenihan Jun 17 @ 9:39 AM EDT
      Same. For this reason I rank Twitter as the best PD I have had (my teacher training included!) #nt2t
      In reply to @jschwartzcen
  • stephwurking - Moderator Jun 17 @ 9:40 AM EDT
    I love learning it, so don't mind it at all. #nt2t
    In reply to @EoinLenihan
  • EoinLenihan Jun 17 @ 9:41 AM EDT
    Definitely helps! Relevance is key! I will also send more than one tweet per blog so I will hit lots more #'s eventually! #nt2t
    In reply to @tmweller
  • tmweller Jun 17 @ 9:41 AM EDT
    Oh my, I have used up to 6 or more for some of my twitter posts. Does that help me or am I a nuisance? #Nt2t #ecmp355
    • EoinLenihan Jun 17 @ 9:35 AM EDT
      That's a good Q! I put my new blog posts into chats I join infrequently or frequently. 3 tags per post (for me). #nt2t
      In reply to @tmweller
  • stephwurking - Moderator Jun 17 @ 9:41 AM EDT
    And it's too short as well to waste time and energy on squabbles. #nt2t
    In reply to @ApraRalli
  • EoinLenihan Jun 17 @ 9:41 AM EDT
    Then we're both cooly-cool :) #nt2t
    In reply to @stephwurking
  • tmweller Jun 17 @ 9:44 AM EDT
    Here is a great site to calculate time difference https://t.co/zKy6y53sq7 #Nt2t #ecmp355
    • stephwurking - Moderator Jun 17 @ 9:39 AM EDT
      Actually it's 9am Est- happening now. Join us if you can #nt2t
      In reply to @stacyshughes, @cllowery, @MrDataGuy, @drneilgupta, @smgaillard, @juliehleonardi, @SteveWyborney, @PaulSolarz, @Savvy_Educator, @Jyoung1219, @alysoncarp1, @DrJimmyShaw
  • EoinLenihan Jun 17 @ 9:44 AM EDT
    Not at all Tanya. Don't worry about it :) A lot of #'s may swallow the link a bit. I will often take focus off #'s by adding an image. #nt2t
    In reply to @tmweller
  • jschwartzcen Jun 17 @ 9:45 AM EDT
    Yes. I keep saying that to my colleagues and slowly some are seeing its value. #nt2t
    • EoinLenihan Jun 17 @ 9:39 AM EDT
      Same. For this reason I rank Twitter as the best PD I have had (my teacher training included!) #nt2t
      In reply to @jschwartzcen
  • stephwurking - Moderator Jun 17 @ 9:46 AM EDT
    Super thanks, time differences can be a killer when it comes to participating in global Twitter chats - #nt2t
    In reply to @tmweller
  • EoinLenihan Jun 17 @ 9:46 AM EDT
    Just the depth and breath of conversations happening on every conceivable element of ed is incredible. Essential PD #nt2t
    In reply to @jschwartzcen
  • tmweller Jun 17 @ 9:47 AM EDT
    I will need to try adding an image. Does that make the post more likely to be opened? #Nt2t #ecmp355
    • EoinLenihan Jun 17 @ 9:44 AM EDT
      Not at all Tanya. Don't worry about it :) A lot of #'s may swallow the link a bit. I will often take focus off #'s by adding an image. #nt2t
      In reply to @tmweller
  • seni_bl Jun 17 @ 9:47 AM EDT
    Have to hop off. Family duties! Thanks for this interesting chat! #NT2t
  • stephwurking - Moderator Jun 17 @ 9:47 AM EDT
    #nt2t Q5: Pool party! How can you join the conversation and interactions without a party foul?
  • jschwartzcen Jun 17 @ 9:47 AM EDT
    I just had an AHA moment. Why not create a @flipgrid where teachers could post their Aha moments. It is so easy. #nt2t #rm10twitter
  • tmweller Jun 17 @ 9:47 AM EDT
    You are welcome. #Nt2t #ecmp355
    • stephwurking - Moderator Jun 17 @ 9:46 AM EDT
      Super thanks, time differences can be a killer when it comes to participating in global Twitter chats - #nt2t
      In reply to @tmweller
  • Savvy_Educator Jun 17 @ 9:48 AM EDT
    A1:slow at first for me, I 💭 w/ anything getting comfortable w/ something new takes ⏱to see the benefits. Now I tweet all of the time! #nt2t
  • stephwurking - Moderator Jun 17 @ 9:48 AM EDT
    #nt2t Here is Q4: Theres definitely a shallowand deepend of Twitter. How do you find what you want?
  • CHitch94 Jun 17 @ 9:48 AM EDT
    People are more likely to interact with posts that have images. More eye catching. #nt2t
    In reply to @tmweller
  • EoinLenihan Jun 17 @ 9:48 AM EDT
    Yes. Images make a link more likely to be clicked. I also read that placing your link in the middle line of your tweet grabs the eye. #nt2t
    In reply to @tmweller
  • snh61116 Jun 17 @ 9:49 AM EDT
    Thanks for the link @tmwelller, need some help getting my feet off of the ground to make a splash! #Nt2t #edmg7080
  • jschwartzcen Jun 17 @ 9:49 AM EDT
    Yes , esp. if you are in Australia where my good friend @JoyceBronwyn lives , someone who has a lot to share.#nt2t
    • stephwurking - Moderator Jun 17 @ 9:46 AM EDT
      Super thanks, time differences can be a killer when it comes to participating in global Twitter chats - #nt2t
      In reply to @tmweller
  • CHitch94 Jun 17 @ 9:49 AM EDT
    A5) Be respectful, make sure your tweets are related to topic (I made that mistake once), don't spam, use the chat hashtag, etc. #nt2t
  • EoinLenihan Jun 17 @ 9:49 AM EDT
    This sounds great John but I have no experience with @flipgrid - I have to check it out now. Thanks! #nt2t
    In reply to @jschwartzcen, @flipgrid, @flipgrid
  • stephwurking - Moderator Jun 17 @ 9:50 AM EDT
    Thanks for chyming in! Definitely the best way to get the most out of social media like Twitter as a learning resource. #nt2t
    In reply to @Savvy_Educator
  • tmweller Jun 17 @ 9:50 AM EDT
    A4. When an image comes up with the question, not hard to find the questions. Thank you. #Nt2t #ecmp355
  • jschwartzcen Jun 17 @ 9:50 AM EDT
    #nt2t A4: Always look at those on Twitter who are active sharers and you will find that deep end.
  • CHitch94 Jun 17 @ 9:51 AM EDT
    A4) Use lists to group tweets related to particular topics. Love Tweetdeck as I can have separate columns for diff hashtags/lists. #nt2t
  • Savvy_Educator Jun 17 @ 9:51 AM EDT
    A2: most important rule 4 me ➡️respect opinions - you can ask clarifying questions & reply w/ your own thoughts without being rude. #nt2t
  • stephwurking - Moderator Jun 17 @ 9:51 AM EDT
    Are you heavy user of @flipgrid? Would like to learn from you. #nt2t
    In reply to @jschwartzcen, @flipgrid, @flipgrid
  • tmweller Jun 17 @ 9:51 AM EDT
    You are welcome. #Nt2t #ecmp355
  • jschwartzcen Jun 17 @ 9:52 AM EDT
    Be sure to look at @JoyceBronwyn and how she uses it with her What if questions. They are thought provoking. #nt2t
    In reply to @EoinLenihan, @flipgrid, @JoyceBronwyn
  • EoinLenihan Jun 17 @ 9:53 AM EDT
    Great advice. Sharing makes the Twitter ed world go round! #nt2t
    • jschwartzcen Jun 17 @ 9:50 AM EDT
      #nt2t A4: Always look at those on Twitter who are active sharers and you will find that deep end.
  • Savvy_Educator Jun 17 @ 9:53 AM EDT
    A3: Reflect & think before responding and block any harassing or any inappropriate tweets/ users. #nt2t
  • jschwartzcen Jun 17 @ 9:53 AM EDT
    I am starting to be. Learned from @JoyceBronwyn. who does amazing things with it . #nt2t
    In reply to @stephwurking, @flipgrid, @JoyceBronwyn
  • tmweller Jun 17 @ 9:53 AM EDT
    Good to know. Image, check, link in the middle of the post, check. Learning, check, check, and check!! #Nt2t #ecmp355
    • EoinLenihan Jun 17 @ 9:48 AM EDT
      Yes. Images make a link more likely to be clicked. I also read that placing your link in the middle line of your tweet grabs the eye. #nt2t
      In reply to @tmweller
  • stephwurking - Moderator Jun 17 @ 9:53 AM EDT
    #nt2t Q6:Time to get out...what can you take away with you after the screen goes dark?
  • EoinLenihan Jun 17 @ 9:54 AM EDT
    This is great John. Thanks so much for the advice! #nt2t
    In reply to @jschwartzcen, @flipgrid, @JoyceBronwyn
  • tmweller Jun 17 @ 9:54 AM EDT
    Wow, from the farthest corners of our planet!! #Nt2t #ecmp355.
    • jschwartzcen Jun 17 @ 9:49 AM EDT
      Yes , esp. if you are in Australia where my good friend @JoyceBronwyn lives , someone who has a lot to share.#nt2t
      • stephwurking - Moderator Jun 17 @ 9:46 AM EDT
        Super thanks, time differences can be a killer when it comes to participating in global Twitter chats - #nt2t
        In reply to @tmweller
  • snh61116 Jun 17 @ 9:54 AM EDT
    Great link for providing newer teachers to twitter. Checking out #edtechchat. Loving the resources for starting out #nt2t #edmg7080
  • EoinLenihan Jun 17 @ 9:55 AM EDT
    If you want to make swanky texts, info cards & images @canva and @easel_ly are great! #nt2t
    In reply to @tmweller, @canva, @easel_ly
  • jschwartzcen Jun 17 @ 9:55 AM EDT
    #nt2t A6: Think about what you have learned and how you could share it with your colleagues so they can see value of Twitter.
  • Savvy_Educator Jun 17 @ 9:56 AM EDT
    ❤️that 💡John! Eric sign up for free at https://t.co/maF4XvZiwU you can also use promo code "JORNEAERWIN" to upgrade to classroom ed. #nt2t
    In reply to @EoinLenihan, @jschwartzcen, @flipgrid
  • CHitch94 Jun 17 @ 9:56 AM EDT
    Love Canva! Just attended a workshop on Adobe Spark this week and it could be great as well (Adobe Spark Post) for making SM images. #nt2t
    In reply to @EoinLenihan, @tmweller, @canva, @easel_ly
  • stephwurking - Moderator Jun 17 @ 9:56 AM EDT
    Thanks for sharing this! #nt2t
    In reply to @snh61116
  • EoinLenihan Jun 17 @ 9:57 AM EDT
    Oooh, that sounds interesting. Thanks for the tip :) Will be checking that out also after this chat! #nt2t
    In reply to @CHitch94, @tmweller, @canva, @easel_ly
  • CHitch94 Jun 17 @ 9:57 AM EDT
    A6) If I share idea with someone via FB or in person, I try to make sure that I say I came across it on Twitter. #nt2t
  • tmweller Jun 17 @ 9:57 AM EDT
    Thank you. I think over 400 posts is good for me. I see others with thousands of posts. I only have my toes in the waters. #Nt2t #ecmp355
    • jschwartzcen Jun 17 @ 9:50 AM EDT
      #nt2t A4: Always look at those on Twitter who are active sharers and you will find that deep end.
  • Savvy_Educator Jun 17 @ 9:58 AM EDT
    YES! I have #flipgridfever - an intuitive tool to amplify voice, transform learning, communication, student creativity & empowers all #nt2t
    In reply to @stephwurking, @jschwartzcen, @flipgrid
  • jschwartzcen Jun 17 @ 9:58 AM EDT
    I invite you on #nt2t to share your fav children's books on our @flipgrid https://t.co/A5SzGqYnHz
  • tmweller Jun 17 @ 9:59 AM EDT
    A6 I have connected with others, I have learned something, and hopefully, I have touched others. #Nt2t #ecmp355
  • EoinLenihan Jun 17 @ 9:59 AM EDT
    A6. Sometimes just food for thought. Sometimes I'll go to Twitter with a problem & find a usable solution. Sometimes find a new tool. #nt2t
    In reply to @stephwurking
  • CHitch94 Jun 17 @ 9:59 AM EDT
    Here's the link to web version: https://t.co/AmmyBgyOUp Also has iOS app. Made these in the training in just few minutes. #nt2t
    In reply to @EoinLenihan, @tmweller, @canva, @easel_ly