#TLAP Archive
#TLAP is a weekly chat for educators who embrace author, keynote speaker, and moderator David Burgess' approach of teaching like a pirate. Burgess is author of Teach Like A PIRATE: Increase Student Engagement, Boost Your Creativity, and Transform Your Life as an Educator and co-author of P is for PIRATE: Inspirational ABC’s for Educators.
Monday January 11, 2016
RIP David Bowie...a true artistic genius. Tonight we honor his life in . Start by telling us who you are & your favorite Bowie song
Going to try to balance and tonight! Lets go !
Hello friends. and I are honored to have you join us in a chat inspired a a true musical PIRATE!
Do it! https://t.co/bcHPLzA2E8
If you are up for another chat, please switch on over to as and lead the discussion!
Marie from MN. Seems common, but I have childhood memories of Space Oddity.
Jason Davidson from Russell Springs, KY. Rebel, Rebel.
Br. Christopher- pirate/monk/ teacher. Don't know which Bowie song to choose!
Will be late to (chauffeur duty) but looking forward to a great chat with my PLN Heroes
So MANY greats, but "Let's Dance" is a fav. Everyone needs to take a break and just dance- gr8 red shoes are essential too
Great to see you in tonight!
Hello pirates! I'm Heidi & I teach 5th grade in WI...!
I got David Bowie mixed up with Billy Idol this morning...whoopsie!
LOVE that one! Welcome to Jason!
I'm Lauren from MA. Always loved Space Oddity, Heroes, and his duet with Bing Crosby.
I'm Dave Burgess from San Diego. Tough choice on song...May have to go with Fame.
Hello friends - Jay, a pirate principal from NJ - checking to see what's up! Space Oddity must be the song but Heroes is cool too
Julia from Tx...under pressure
OMG! The duet with Bing is amazing! Love that!
Good Evening All Denis, K-12 Math Admin from NJ checking in
Good Evening fellow Pirates, Steve, Middle School Assistant Principal from Missouri, The Man Who Sold the World
Jay!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Hey there crew! Beth, MS principal from MO. Love to w/
oohh... I almost picked Heroes as my favorite! It's a VERY close 2nd for me! Hi Jay!
Santos from San Diego... Queen Bitch is my fave.
Greetings from Colorado. Im Cathy Beck, Assist Supe joining in.
Have to agree with ...Let's Dance! Melissa from Mississippi
Carla Haaven Curriculum Tech Partner-Grand Forks, ND I loved his song with Bing Crosby "Drummer Boys https://t.co/exqDxOs0wL
Bryan, 6th gr. ela pirate from Ohio. Always loved Space Oddity.
Mary from chilly Chicago area -
Glenn from Texas! Under Pressure!
Hi! Tracy from Montreal. Tie between Let's Dance & Under Pressure - go 80s music!
Arrr crew! I'm Stefanie, a 2nd grade teacher from Peoria, IL. I feel I must go w/ the classic of Under Pressure!
Chuck from Milrockee - gotta be Rebel Rebel - back in a flash
Hi, Beth! Thanks for joining us!
Dangit! I forgot about that one, but it is SO on the top of my list! Can't believe we didn't compare notes! https://t.co/JlfkqLihMx
I'm Dave Burgess from San Diego. Tough choice on song...May have to go with Fame.
Amy from Missouri! Rebel Rebel!
I figure they're rocking it out together tonight
husband going out to shovel - I prefer
Hello Shelley - Played Heroes as the kids arrived today. They didn't know why but some of us did https://t.co/JQambkmwSG
oohh... I almost picked Heroes as my favorite! It's a VERY close 2nd for me! Hi Jay!
3rd grade teacher, Natayle, tuning in from Northern Co!
Ready for my PLN to inspire me and help me grow! K-5 Lead Learner and Principal from Central Illinois
I did that already. Have to shovel so I can according to my wife.
Another great one! was a genius! Glad to have you in
Heather, English teacher/Instructional Designer from Indiana. "Golden Years" is my fav.
and Under Pressure with Freddy Mercury - play it before a big test
Evening ! Peter grade 6 teacher from cold Thunder Bay Canada Always enjoyed Space Oddity as well!
Hello jumping in for a bit before the kids bedtime stories- glad to be here &
Karen from Alabama. Multi-tasking tonight. Probably...Star Man or Fame.
Bonnie Blan, Educator & Lover of Learning from Fort Worth, TX. Reflecting on the artistic creativity of David Bowie all day today.
yeah, don't know my time either. It varies on Mondays. Class starts in 2 weeks for me.
Good evening. I have missed the last few chats, have been very ill. Just jumping over from
Happy to connect! Dave is heading your way very soon!
John Bennett, back in Connecticut now. Love all his songs but not able to name any - makes sense to me ...
Eddie Mathews, Tech Teacher from Texas. I siesta liked David Bowie's "Changes" https://t.co/dMXhQT36pm
RIP David Bowie...a true artistic genius. Tonight we honor his life in . Start by telling us who you are & your favorite Bowie song
now that one would have thrown me off! I never grew up with David Bowie but my mother loves Billy Idol!
Laura K12 Art Coordinator in Texas
Hey crew Matt from STL, Mo. Checking in. BRB
Hi friends, Stony from Bismarck, AR. Teacher librarian at Lakeside High. Dancing in the Street- what a cool collab!
Dean, 5th grade from snowy Michigan. I <3 the Life on Mars & how they made it not only 1, but 2 televsion shows, 3 if you count ashes
Q1: Bowie constantly reinvented himself artistically. Why is his spirit of reinvention so essential for an educator?
Glad to have you, Bonnie!
Jordan, 8th grade ELA/SS just in time for !!
How about the Tide? I grew up in Florence.
Amy Presley joining in on a few min late. Love me some
Hi friends. Great to be able to join you- love holidays
I've right there with you
Nili Bartley, MA favorite David Bowie song definitely Under Pressure with Queen warm up song before games for many years
A1: We can't stay stuck in our ways because: "I'm comfortable" have to break out of that comfort zone and keep improving & create
Hey I'm Tim, & teacher from NY & choosing a fav David Bowie song is too hard but seems apt! https://t.co/lhHvhgusNJ
RIP Mr. Bowie, I also wanted to recognize a legendary teacher from Peoria today that passed away, Mr. Sleeth. His impact will live on
A1: As the Ss and world changes so must we.
Love the harmonies & chorus in Modern Love!
Hi Andrea! Great to have you hear my Aussie friend!
Bowie for me was Heroes and Dancing in the Streets.
a1: you need to constantly review "best practices" and know that the best practices might be in another area
A1: Reinvention means you are not staying the same. You continue to strive to improve and grow. Mediocrity comes from stagnation
Hey crew, checking in from SE MN
A1. As we reinvent we learn, as we learn we grow, as we grow, our Ss learn and grown as well. We model growth for Ss.
is probably my fav! When I'm not skiing or reading w the little guy I like to pop in!
A1 The minute we stop reinventing ourselves and clsrm we r in trouble. Kids deserve it. Ever changing world need to reflect/improve
Good evening, Sandy from MN. I teach a bunch of fabulous 6th grade pirates-in-training. Favorite Bowie song=Under Pressure.
A1: It's so easy to become complacent and satisfied with the status quo. Sometimes we have to eliminate the old to create the new.
A1. Reinvention is important for educators because the world (and our kids) are constantly evolving... Must evolve too.
Good evening ! Michelle Pepin checking in from Croswell-Lexington High School. 😊
when you stop learning, you start dying. -Einstein! World changes, so must you.
Q1 again... Bowie constantly reinvented himself artistically. Why is his spirit of reinvention so essential for an educator?
a1: reinvent: I've worked public, charter, private, montessori, Expeditionary Learning, outward bound... so many good ideas out there
A1: Important to change with the times- reinvent=staying relevant!
Hey Shelley - I was just talking about you to a friend.
So sorry to hear this, Mandy.
A1: Reinvention or Continuous Improvement? Just keep growing, sharing, and learning!
A1: Educators must embrace their inner lifelong learner if they truly want their Ss to embrace it as well.
A1. We need to reinvent ourselves & classroom to never become stale. Life constantly changes & complacency is the bane of innovation
A1) because every season of our life is different, and every group of students is different, we must reflect on these to stay fresh.
A1 Education is constantly evolving. Just with the technology alone we must be willing to change regularly.
A1: David Bowie challenged us to think differently. Kept us on our toes about the status quo.
Reinvention helps keep it teaching interesting & new for those who have been here awhile.
A1: If we're not willing to take risks (like Bowie always did) education will continue to tread water as the water goes down the drain
Wow!! Andrea the Tall Poppy from Down Under!!
we must evolve in order to keep it interesting - can't teach same ol' stuff over and over again -I'd die of boredom!
A1: Because everything improves though assessed/reflected efforts - OR it withers away... Including effective learning!!!
A1: If I weren't open to reinventing myself, I never would have taken so many risks in my career.
A1: When we know better, we should do better. Connected educators are always learning, and therefore always reinventing themselves.
Jumping in for a few minutes tonight. , I'm an art teacher from MN.
Greg, Northwest IN. Joining a bit late. Hey all.
Angie MS Instr coach from coastal SC - Rebel, Rebel - changes - fame - moon age day dream - under pressure -too many to pick!
A1: Reinvention, always learning, always trying new things. That's progress. Can't stop learning and changing and getting better.
A1: Be willing to test the boundaries (& create new ones). Life - & your classroom - never boing with that level of creativity!
Good evening ! from NC checking in. Will hang as long as physically possible!
Hello Sandy, my pirate friend! Remembering our trip to Office Max & putting together Dave's care package! !
A1: No two days are the same.
A1: I feel awful that I don't know David Bowie.
Reinvention is like innovation...always seeking to improve..do and make things better for you and maybe even the world..
A1. We see what is there and we respond.
A1 I feel like constantly reflecting naturally pushes us to reinvent ourselves. When we do it we can ask r Ss "Who do you want to be?"
Blown away by the incredible answers already and it is just first one.
interesting not only for the students but for the teachers as well. A change can be energizing. https://t.co/jeHG5XIIRC
Reinvention helps keep it teaching interesting & new for those who have been here awhile.
A1: We must embrace change as Ts, the world of education has changed drastically in the last 5-10 years, adapt or be left in the past
A1: if you aren't constantly reinventing lessons, classroom setup, your delivery, your teaching will become stale and your Ss bored
A1: As we reinvent ourselves we share our new knowledge with our students to help them on their personal journeys. Very transcendental
A1: Best part of Ed is that not one day is the same! It's calls for creativity at every turn
Absolutely! We need to model this and the sense of urgency needed to continue on our journey!
A1: I get bored after a few years of the same... Imagine what happens to our kids!
A1: Educators need to question Status Quo. Reinvent education. Challenge students and their ideas about the norm.
A1: Reinvention allows risk taking, innovation, & creativity to flourish!
A1: Colleague was saying at lunch that next year will be easier because our plans are already done. I almost spit out my water...No!
A1: No need to reinvent! Pardon me while I seek a cure for my cold. Heading to the doctor for some bloodletting. Why change???
A:1Every day is new. Every year is new. Always learning.
I have had to reinvent myself more than once, including in my teaching career!
A1: Gotta keep reinventing yourself as a teacher...otherwise you become an "oldie" and kids HATE oldies!!
A1 Bowie was fearless when it came to innovation. Reflects confidence & willingness to stretch yourself. https://t.co/6UKAoQttcp
Q1: Bowie constantly reinvented himself artistically. Why is his spirit of reinvention so essential for an educator?
A1 Be an inspiration-If you're not moving forward & innovating as a creative person your not really living in the moment!
A1: If I did the same thing all the time, I would get bored. Can’t imagine how that would make my Ss feel. Need to reflect and change.
a1 4 a music Ed major he was in constant flux look at his phases - Turn and face the strange!
A1 - constant "Changes" - have to be ready for what might come next
I just told someone that the other day. I HAVE to have change.
BAM!!! THIS IS IT! Well said, Julia! Hey, Julia is my middle name! https://t.co/KkQyzEU7vw
A1: if you aren't constantly reinventing lessons, classroom setup, your delivery, your teaching will become stale and your Ss bored
I know I'm multitasking! Watching AL and participating in the chat😀
A1: You can't expect different results by doing the same old thing. Reinvention is necessary for improvement.
Fav quote: You can teach for 25 years, just don't teach the same year 25 times!
Think is a good example for Ss that passion can serve you well & conformity is necessary for success!
A1: Ts & Ss constantly plan-do-study-act & repeat as needed to become better than we were yesterday
A1: I wonder if Bowie reinvented himself or simply followed his inner guidance without judgement?
THIS! https://t.co/OpF1xOy3Ro
A1: if you aren't constantly reinventing lessons, classroom setup, your delivery, your teaching will become stale and your Ss bored
A1: I think reinvention is so necessary to stay fresh and relevant. I am not the same T I was five years ago. Thank you twitter & PLN
I get bored midweek! I feel I need these chats and others to keep me motivated and engaged! too!
Yikes!! https://t.co/Tth17n1TLh
A1: Colleague was saying at lunch that next year will be easier because our plans are already done. I almost spit out my water...No!
Me too, but not complete boredom, especially in SPED. Need a change to keep the mind from overload. https://t.co/xHFCk80gCm
A1: I get bored after a few years of the same... Imagine what happens to our kids!
A1 cont- as we grow in our instructional practices & understanding we cont to reinvent ourselves
Me too! I'm at my best when I'm challenged with new learning and when I'm tackling the seemingly impossible.
A1 Reinvention, innovation, life-long learning cuz the alternative scares me.
Hi Heidi! good to see you tonight!!
A1: Part of giving to others is providing them with our best and truest, even if that is changing. Growth promotes growth when shared
A1 Pirates are ready to change on the turn of a dime, they hear the cling of the change in the wind and they jump on the chance to
Q2: 1 constant theme in Bowie's work was experimentation. He wasn't afraid to try new things & fail. How can this inspire us in edu?
If we always seek to improve and do things better for ourselves and others, we can NEVER be satisfied with status quo!
So true, Heidi! Our PLN pushes us to become better and more innovative.
He had the courage to follow his own voice and direction. https://t.co/KlLyT45Kb5
A1: I wonder if Bowie reinvented himself or simply followed his inner guidance without judgement?
! it! But why is my tongue sticking out? ! Thanks for the smile! :)
I think he was constantly in reinvention mode listen to his music!
A1: Reinvention allows both the educator and student to learn.
A1: It is hard to surf when you are always behind the wave. Bowie knew that.
A1: It is hard to surf when you are always behind the wave. Bowie knew that.
A1: When you push yourself you push everyone around you 2B better...Ss & colleagues. It creates an energy that's contagious
well now looking at it, probably both!
a2
Be ready to try, even if half-baked! Ts' humility to risk failure helps Ss take their own risk.
Right there with you, my TL pirate compadre!
A2. Inspires us to take risks and learn from them, either good or "bad".
a2: try new things then try them again. and again. until they become mainstream - he didn't change, culture did!
In Oz, elementary/primary tchrs are typically moved every 3-4 yrs off a grade. That helps eds to reinvent themselves.
A2: While Yoda told us to do or do not. If you don't give something new a go, you will never grow as a learner and educator.
& challenge - Dragon (Oracle) bones. Want the Ss to experience the process, but red hit brass pin probably a no-go on campus
You have to be willing to try something new - go out of your own box/comfort zone; model for them
Love that! So true! I wouldn't WANT to teach the same year 25 times...yuck! That would be awful! So UN-pirate like! :)
I'm at my best 🎼🎶Under Pressure https://t.co/Kw5J0T0tpn
Me too! I'm at my best when I'm challenged with new learning and when I'm tackling the seemingly impossible.
A2: FAIL = First Attempt In Learning
you don't experiment, you don't fail, you don't learn, you just stay put.
Q2 again- 1 constant theme in Bowie's work is experimentation. He wasn't afraid to try new things & fail. How can this inspire?
We reinvent as we discover our truths. And we can discover truths when we follow our inner guidance without judgement
A2: First Attempt In Learning is a crucial piece to the innovative experience. Great way for Ts to model how to grow from failure
A1: Reinvention keeps the classroom from becoming stale. Reinvention doesn't mean changing everything. Change a mindset or an idea.
That's where the magic happens, reach the
A2:Ts need to take risks with lessons in their class to see if the Ss will gain the knowledge and admins must allow the Ts to try
A2 If we expect our kids to take risks in our lrng then we need to model this. Failing in front of them makes u more real to them.
A2 I think the biggest fail is not to try something new. https://t.co/cTef4Eu1Gl
Q2: 1 constant theme in Bowie's work was experimentation. He wasn't afraid to try new things & fail. How can this inspire us in edu?
A2: Bowie defined success in his own terms. He didn't let outside metrics influence what he wanted to do. He lived his passion
Spend some time on YouTube as soon as you can. Look at tonight's titles for starting places. Immerse & enjoy.
A2: Failure is the first step toward success. We must be willing to take risks in our teaching.
A2: I was a cancer researcher before T middle school. It's in my blood. I moved schools to be able to do more risk taking
A2. I'm trying with my fellow t's during PD lunch to get them to think "outside the box" pun intended! Share risk-taking
A2 David Bowie was hugely successful & no one can compare to who he was- If risk taking can get us to that point we should be all in:)
A2: If we don’t try, we will never know. What worked, what didn’t, and how can we engage our students? Learning from every step.
A2: we must encourage risk taking as growth & get away from grades as success - teach that each failure is a step closer to success
A2) there isn't a ton of learning w/out failure & as the lead learner in the room, I must be ready to be schooled via my shortcomings.
A2: Teachers must simultaneously exhibit bravery and happiness!
A2:We must model failure/risk taking in front of our Ss if we want them to do the same.
A2: Low risk = low reward. BE the bar others shoot for!
Thanks! Miss you too - when is our next weekend hangout?
Q2: if we aren't willing to experiment and possibly fail how can we expect our students to try new things and risk failing
A2: We need to continuously push the limits and try new things to strive for greatness. Be relentless https://t.co/JSgHRxmAzw
A2: There are a lot of 'what if's' in educations. It's all in the tone of voice. Choose excited & positive https://t.co/huxsmR0Vhu
Q2: 1 constant theme in Bowie's work was experimentation. He wasn't afraid to try new things & fail. How can this inspire us in edu?
A2. Failing is trying. Failing is seeking. Failing is learning.
Yes!! Love that song, too! Now I miss both Freddie and David! Rock n Roll heaven has a helluva band https://t.co/JmHK0zhwlo
I'm at my best 🎼🎶Under Pressure https://t.co/Kw5J0T0tpn
Me too! I'm at my best when I'm challenged with new learning and when I'm tackling the seemingly impossible.
A2: SAIL - second attempt in learning - pirates need to sail!
A1: reinvention is so important b/c getting stale is is no fun for anyone!
Bowie had some legendary failures & faced harsh backlash for many times but was unswayed. As says, Don't Let Critics Steal Your Soul
A2: If David Bowie would have been afraid to fail, he would have been Dave, the guy who works down at the corner store.
A2 Embrace risk & change & failure-they remind us that we are learning & moving forward, it an essential lesson for an open mind
A2: Experiments and risks are the only paths to new discovery. What if we had never risked sailing the oceans, going to the moon?
We also need environments from admin that encourage risk and appreciate failure. https://t.co/GiG3rumKEi
A2 If we expect our kids to take risks in our lrng then we need to model this. Failing in front of them makes u more real to them.
A1: As an educator you need to keep up with the latest pedagogy and you can't let your curriculum get stale
Super excited to get to see in Charlotte next week!
3rd grade teacher from Hingham, MA checking in on and my . I hope everyone is doing well!
Hmmmmm. Food for thought!
A2: I can't imagine NOT trying something new! When you learn so many cool things from your PLN ya gotta try it! Am I right?!!!!
A2: Taking risks is a staff norm at and I model by example... Just ask about the pet hermit crabs in the office! FAIL!
A2: experimenting keeps you on your toes and your job fun. If you aren't willing to fail and let your Ss fail, no one grows/learns
Q2: Failure is learning you have to shift your thinking - FAIL first attempt in learning. We find numerous examples of this to be true
fun as long as you have support from Admins
Yes but I do believe you can stay in one grade & reinvent yourself also. It depends on the educator.
Yes! If you only play of the critics, it is artistically stifling.
A2:
Experiment = Learning
Learning ≠ Failure
Experiment ≠ Failure
Me too! Cancer researcher before but now HS science . Keep moving outside comfort zone!
A1: reinventing ourselves reminds us to keep learning as well and challenge our comfort zone. https://t.co/PRWjvLaZET
Q1: Bowie constantly reinvented himself artistically. Why is his spirit of reinvention so essential for an educator?
A2: With students motivated, engaged, and included; & with teachers in support and learning mode, failures with taking risks is good!
A2: My Ss are upset when I DON'T do something new or unexpected. They wonder what will be next. They will learn with you!
A2: Risk taking makes you uncomfortable. This is the beginning to getting where you need to be https://t.co/oJPIjv9Lq2
A2: showing ur vulnerable 2 fail 2 Ss is key to reaching kids. It's authentic. It's life. We need to teach Ss how 2B good at failing
A2: Risk is integral to student learning and teacher growth. Find any success story and you'll find a failure story tied to it.
A2: When we stop taking risks, we stop learning. Ts can't stop learning & evolving.
I'd love to loop. Not done often here though.
Clearly my fingers are not cooperating tonight. 2 typo tweets in a row. Ughhhhh!
My Ss are always wondering what I'm doing behind my door. I had to talk about my today
A2: FAIL = First Attempt in Learning
A2: I think we all need to "Teach Like a Ziggy Stardust" once in a while.
A2: I admire Bowie's fearlessness in experimentation. In our own way we need to exhibit the same courage when we try new ideas.
A2: Even if you fail you still win because:
Failure ='s Learning!
See? It's a win!
A2: We have to model taking risks and possibly failing for our Ss. They need to know it's ok. My youngest daughter struggles with this.
A2. I think experimentation in ed is essential. Even in micro moments, we are constantly experimenting with new ways to reach kids.
A2 Experimentation must be included in our ideas on differentiation for our Ss, else we fail them. All Ss matter and not all are same.
Q3 1st album-1967 Last album-2016...2 days before death. 50 yrs of prolific creativity. How can we commit to embracing this ideal?
A2 Failure-a form of feedback-Bowie CHOSE to use fback to enhance impact on others-Ts have same power to impact culture and the future
So hard to do sometimes but critical to success and peace of mind. Which is kind of the same thing!
A3: One of the most important things I do is show Ss how to fail, then how to persevere, then to win!
A2: Owning our failures forces us to make positive changes for our Ss. No same-old. That inspired this post. https://t.co/KUPIXKGLrQ
A2: When you do your best, it doesn't work, you adjust & try again, I don't think that's failing. I think that's learning & growing :)
Maybe you're experimenting with new spelling! :-) https://t.co/QZwXXkKAIq
Clearly my fingers are not cooperating tonight. 2 typo tweets in a row. Ughhhhh!
: if we don't model failure
As educators how will our students learn to fail and accept its ok
Bowie was an innovator. Lots of TALK lately about innovation in education. Bowie can inspire us to take risks-ACT-share!
A3: Simply, never stop. Just because we have our stumbles or draws doesn't meant we don't need pushing forward.
wowza! Hadn't looked at those numbers. That's amazing!
A2: trial & error makes the best stories!!!!!
A3: Never stop innovating.
A2 The greatest moments in my walk abouts is when Ts change the course of the lesson because the Ss are going in another direction.
Q3 We need to commit to being life long learners. I hope to still be writing and teaching after I retire https://t.co/r64HMqoqDT
Q3 1st album-1967 Last album-2016...2 days before death. 50 yrs of prolific creativity. How can we commit to embracing this ideal?
A3: I'm sure Bowie would agree that we shouldn't look ahead 50yrs, commit to one day at a time, reflect and commit to the next
A2: New things can be scary. What if the kids dont like it? What if the tech doesnt work? We need to develop Growth Mindsets too!
A3. Prolific creation requires some autonomy. Make sure Ts have this so they can explore and follow their passion.
A3: Real creativity never dies and outlasts our lifetime.
a3: I've talked to ppl my age that are already counting down to retirement. wrong focus - innovate, don't count down.
A3: Art is for a lifetime. Always have a place to go...something that you're working on that brings you joy and excitement.
especially when they are made with Ss, open, honest and collaboratively
If you are one who colors outside the lines, you need to also be resilient. Having the trust & freedom to try something new is a gift.
A3: David Bowie was a life-long learner and his creativity blossomed from that. Success & a better world for all through creativity
A3. Keep going! Try new things, always reinvent yourself. Take risks and involve others.
A3: We must have passion to drive us to that level for that long
A3: We can make an impact on others as long as we want. It's ok to age and keep evolving. Endless resources for improvement! 💪
he would have been David Jones
in fact, I think I'm more creative as I get older and more experienced too - always evolving
A3: Put every S first each day. Engage them, talk with them, try to understand them as a person. You will be thought of for years.
A3: It isn't the number of years! It is the passion and hard work inside those years!
A3 50yrs is a tribute to his passion, and his lifetime devotion to his music and creativity.
A3: I plan on being shoved out the door. 50 years of crazy-laughter-learning sounds good to me!
A3:Bowie shows doing something that you love and are passionate about, you will do that, in our case education, for a lifetime
A3: If you love what you do and you're passionate about continuous growth, you can make a difference in so many ways.
A3: I bet if you asked him, David Bowie would still have had ideas for future projects and areas for improvement. Never be satisfied
A3 well, Bowie liked following the crowd & the pathway laid out for him & not take risks & not make mistakes....oops wrong Bowie
A3: you're never too old to do what you love!
A3: Answer the Q: Do You Want it? Are you just teaching for something to do til you don't anymore? https://t.co/G45387PpWd
Ts need to remember it's about the art & science of teaching
A3: "Do the job you love and you never work a day in your life." That's what he was doing & why he could for 50 years!
A2: Failure frames action in a negative light. Actions that don't work as anticipated are simple results to start new actions, right?
A3: Be better today than you were yesterday! Better this year than last! Get out before your ship no longer sails!
A3: We need more administrators who promote teacher diversity & innovation. When in "job security mode" it is hard to deviate.
We have to keep finding new pursuits. New dreams. New friends. New risks. New adventures. https://t.co/N1tHlCy1Mp
Q3 1st album-1967 Last album-2016...2 days before death. 50 yrs of prolific creativity. How can we commit to embracing this ideal?
A3: Creativity is huge & I think somewhere along the line we kill it. We must keep Creativity & the 4 C's alive & well in our rooms!
A3: The minute you think you have it all mastered is the minute you should walk away. Never stop inquiring, never stop growing.
and fix any problems mid-voyage, safe havens may not always be there!
A3b: That willingness to mix it new (some of those collaborations were Ah-mazing!)
A3: Promoting creativity is difficult and requires self-awareness and self-confidence.
So true with me, too. I'm less afraid and energized by my creativity as I "mature"!
Yes! Its an honor to witness and a joy to have staff that understand
I have to go (the three kiddos) see you soon
A3 cont: We need to be teachers and learners because we love it!
A3: Pirate Ts navigate through toughest of waters by creating an experience w/ Ss that lasts a lifetime! Willing to go the distance
Yes! Never stop questioning... "What if..."
A3: I believe that Walt Disney was making plans and creating, even on his deathbed. Another with the passion of a pirate.
A3. I am a lifelong learner and want this same feeling of exhilaration for my students. I aim to fly ahead of the conventional wisdom.
A3: Ts need to remember it's about the ART and SCIENCE of teaching
Admin should be the models for everyone. https://t.co/GAeeZWAbhj
A3: We need more administrators who promote teacher diversity & innovation. When in "job security mode" it is hard to deviate.
A3 Hold onto the passion that we feel for our profession. Continue to grow, inspire & contribute.
A3: Commit to be a good teacher, you are committed to the "time" that goes with it...hours, weeks, months, years blend into Life.
A3 Be insanely in love with what you do and ever inspired. Uncaring of trends or critics. Doing only what is true to you. Intensely.
A2 "days still seem same & children u spit on as they try 2 change their world R immune 2 your consultations" -DW Changes
Stopping by late but really great stuff. Using as an example of how to build a PLN in a Twitter tutorial for our staff.
A3: Bowie didn't care if people liked what he did or not, he was all about creating what he liked.
Yes, or just read the book "Teach Like a Pirate" OR hop on a twitter chat and be inspired!
A3: If we keep cultivating our Selves, our Interests and pursuits, we'll find ways to connect life to teaching and live that passion
Q3 https://t.co/hPxYVzNNt7
Q3 1st album-1967 Last album-2016...2 days before death. 50 yrs of prolific creativity. How can we commit to embracing this ideal?
Q4 Bowie was an artistic collaborator! How can our "art" as educators improve by working with others inside & outside of education?
Here's a view I have witnessed the end of Ts careers and they are burned out and just want to get out of the system. WHY?
Bowie realized that sometimes your best stuff comes with others! We should too!
A3: Always seeking improvement in facilitating our students' effective learning skills development!!!
A3: Instead of I don't do this...I haven't done this yet. Instead of it will never work because of__ I can make it work by adjusting__
We should be leaving a legacy ...
A collaborative mash-up of my fav Xmas song, Little Drummer Boy w/ Peace on Earth by Bowie & Bing Crosby https://t.co/MHXHJxsDeA
True! Teaching is my third career, teacher-librarian my fourth. This is so awesome.
A3 You always have a way to contribute to the community, even if you aren't in the classroom anymore. You can still have an impact!
Sorry I'm late but here I am A3 teach passionately and learn with the same manner
A4: Never stop learning! Take in anything and everything you can around you.
A3. Yes! We can learn from every creative experience and build on that to make even better, not engaging experiences
A3. Be who you are, but always be willing to change who you are. We all evolve. Embrace it.
Q2: All Ss are different so we need to experiment with different ideas to give them wavy they need. Ss change and should should Ts.
A4 Collaboration is the key to improving education. This chat is an example of a think tank of knowledge. https://t.co/NH2XLgwz5S
Q4 Bowie was an artistic collaborator! How can our "art" as educators improve by working with others inside & outside of education?
- a4 : educators can be our critical friends. Help us get out of routine by positively questioning our practice.
A4 his collabs are my faves - Bing and Freddy - find others that are awesome at what they do and make something amazing
A4: When we want to grow, become more authentic, teach ourselves in order to teach others, we have to collaborate
A4. Even when we're not "collaborating" we are being influenced by others' ideas, methods, etc. So imp to seek out opp to collab.
A4: change the way you look at things... Turn the impossible into the possible
A4 don't be afraid to ask and to learn
A4: share a lot. Goals, risks, thoughts, PLNs are vital
A4: How can it not?!?!? That's when it really gets good- when you realize you're not alone.
Just got home from basketball practice...Joining late tonight.
that is one of my all time favorites!
A4. When we collaborate we gain a different understanding. We will also become more confident in sharing our ideas.
A4: Collaboration makes the experience stronger & grow into something you may never have even imagined. Vital to creative process
https://t.co/m86t1ORm2d - a4 : educators can be our critical friends. Help us get out of routine by positiv… https://t.co/gNcAvb6tJr
- a4 : educators can be our critical friends. Help us get out of routine by positively questioning our practice.
A4 we are better when we work together and r open 2 learning from each other-we are our greatest resource as witnessed right here!
Teachers & Leaders should remember, "It's better to be the king-maker, than it is to be the king."
Be a King-Maker
A4:PLN's help other Ts grow,when others see our passion for our love it rubs off on others.
My third as well! Teaching that is. -8 yrs SPED before !
So glad you brought up Shauna's book! I need to get that. She's amazing.
Brought generations together. Bridged the gap. Respect those who came before...love about this scenario +music https://t.co/qejI0SZb58
A collaborative mash-up of my fav Xmas song, Little Drummer Boy w/ Peace on Earth by Bowie & Bing Crosby https://t.co/MHXHJxsDeA
A4: Use outside influences to spark inspiration and creativity into your classroom. Collaborate with non educators.
A4: Part of our collaboration is learning from the students as well. Their experiences are as important as our own
A4: Education can be a pretty insular bubble if we only talk to ourselves. Good to do other things & use those passions in class
A2 It requires relentless desire to be your best & allow self to change no matter how odd it feels or looks. https://t.co/QUI1Bf2CmL
Q3 1st album-1967 Last album-2016...2 days before death. 50 yrs of prolific creativity. How can we commit to embracing this ideal?
"We would like to come him, but we think he would blow our minds"! Teachers, do that everyday.
A3) Models like teach us that passion is not a job but something that lasts forever
A4: Just like with our Ss, we learn more when we talk about our learning,the worst thing a t can do is to think they can do it alone
A3 Biggest thing I learned from about committing to creativity in meaningful ways is to ask questions...once you start, you can't stop
I forgot about that one. Loved it then, love it now!
A4: We benefit from everyone we meet and every connection that we learn from.Growth and improvement are key
https://t.co/wuTlA7b5mW
A4: Collaboration fosters the synergy of creativity. Educators can expand their artistic/creative abilities through collaboration.
Exactly! Well said, Stefanie!
https://t.co/kCvWkATeNb
A4: Collaboration makes the experience stronger & grow into something you may never have even imagined. Vital to creative process
Not what you might expect, but truly beautiful pairing. Be willing to reach for someone not in your "pond" https://t.co/xxz13cfrRz
A4. It takes more than one voice to create harmony.
A4 Our "Art" should be ingrained intravenously into our students lives.
So important. Pushes us to make connections. https://t.co/F4apf9IzOb
A4: Use outside influences to spark inspiration and creativity into your classroom. Collaborate with non educators.
A4: If we live by motto: Everyone you meet has something to teach,you can learn from everyone. How can that not spill over into class?
Q4 Collab challenges Ts to think outside their comfort zone to what's possible. There are many ppl I rely on to challenge my thinking
A4: To collaborate creatively is not only to share ideas, but to share the work load and burdens. https://t.co/0uDPDFn1uc
A4: Having the courage to connect through Twitter has opened my mind to new people, ideas, teaching strategies, and perspectives.
Great video! Totally 80's!
A4: Collab with others allows stronger creativity in our lessons! Together we make a bigger impact on Ss! https://t.co/EUFmijLKb6
Hi, Dave! Love the clips you are sharing!
A4: Makes me wonder what an education themed "Live Aid" (from the 80's) would look like...
A4: Our class loves to collaborate & do GHO's with authors & other classes! Connecting with others is so powerful!
A4: Anyone can collaborate. It takes true boundary breakers to make any collaboration worthwhile.
Wow. I'm only in year 9. Freaks my kids out they were in preschool my first year here.
A4: by joining together w/ other amazing for jam sessions!
A4) Collaboration requires a heavy does of honesty and candidness. Educators must blend this art in order to improve education
I think you just made the connected educator Thesis Statement!
A4: Bowie was able to seamless collaborate and still standout as an individual. A lesson in relationships in the classroom and beyond.
I learn something new with every chat. https://t.co/R5zvrCA2cy
A4: Having the courage to connect through Twitter has opened my mind to new people, ideas, teaching strategies, and perspectives.
A4 You will never not learn from , approach it with an open heart & it will always teach you! https://t.co/S53xgR0opj
I try SO hard :) I hope one day I feel like I was successful at that!
Amen, sister! It's amazing, isn't it?? Opens up a whole new world! Love it!
Yes collaboration with action is ideal. What do you do after you collaborate? https://t.co/B6UcsNq2Ua
A4: Anyone can collaborate. It takes true boundary breakers to make any collaboration worthwhile.
A4: Ts & Ss need to share the passion some 'outside' education may have lost for learning - collaborate so they will listen
A4 30 min. skype session today with 1 of kids fav. authors. So enriching/empowering for all of us.
This is very important and goes overlooked way to often
You have been so on point all evening long. Way to go!
Teachers & leaders should build brave people. Help others to get out of their comfort zone in order to grow. https://t.co/i8Ss18V1Rr
Q5: Mick Jagger called him, "Wonderfully shameless in his work." Wow! That's intriguing! What does that mean to you as an educator?
A4: We need to collaborate with our PLNs. We cannot ever do as well keeping to ourselves!!!
A3 We need to get "outside"our classrooms & confines of the walls & text as much as possible. Where true learning happens
A5 - we all know the 'wonderfully shameless' educator; the sort of Geography teacher who jumps into rivers with equipment... smiling
A4 Loved how he tapped into unique sounds from others. Like, when he heard Stevie Ray Vaughan in Austin. https://t.co/ZBeha3IXeD
Q4 Bowie was an artistic collaborator! How can our "art" as educators improve by working with others inside & outside of education?
A5: He wasn't afraid to do what he did and not about the reaction either positive or negative. He was himself. Something we should try
a5
Tell you story, don't take self seriously, create experiences where Ss shine and excel. when fails, learn!
that is a great example of generation bridging!
"Wonderfully shameless" may every T be worthy of that quote! https://t.co/O0Ug9esdV1
Q5: Mick Jagger called him, "Wonderfully shameless in his work." Wow! That's intriguing! What does that mean to you as an educator?
A5 we really should be proud of our work. We should showcase it, even brag about it, we are the shakers for the next generation
A5. Unapologetic, vulnerable, audacious! Dare to be great in your classroom!
Q4: Collaboration makes us better. More ideas come from bigger groups, in and out of our school. Listening to others is key.
Great point! Intentional and purposeful produces great results! https://t.co/7oc0YNlNFZ
A4: Anyone can collaborate. It takes true boundary breakers to make any collaboration worthwhile.
A5a 4 me it's not being afraid to share what we think in order to get feedback and so grow as a learner-
Tough lesson but so true!
A5: Wonderfully shameless means he was brave and happy! Never did blink at those who scoffed at his joyous growth efforts!
A4 I think a huge piece is opening the walls of our classroom so Ss can connect & learn from role models:) https://t.co/kkZnYY2E5e
A5: I would take that as a compliment...he left it all on the stage, I would love to have that legacy as an educator!
A5: Have fun! Everything will come together if you enjoy what you are doing. Fail miserably and learn every step of the way.
A5 Being wonderfully shameless means having a willingness & passion 4 sharing. Ts need to be more wonderfully shameless!
A5: Not being afraid to do what is necessary to engage and provide edu experience for all students
A5: I'm willing to step out of my comfort zone (be wonderfully shameless)...... Challenge accepted!
yep, something I have never not been the classroom. I'm me.
Q5: it means never apologizing for doing what's in the best interest of your students.
A5b It's standing up for your Ss learning them, teaching with them and sharing your stories and theirs
A5:Bowie was some how able to always be "Bowie" yet succeed in various styles/projects. Ts need to "find their thang" yet be open
A5: That's what I was trying to say! https://t.co/rDnwlKS7Vc
A5: Not being afraid to do what is necessary to engage and provide edu experience for all students
A5. Brave and bold! As an educator we should approach teaching the same way. Be bold in choices, that extend learning.
A5: Learning without shame is learning without fear of failure.
FAIL=first attempt in learning -you don't learn to ride a bike-walk-swim-w/o failing first-edu should be abt the adventure not answer
A5: Being shameless means being relentless in the pursuit of improving public education by taking risks and thinking outside the box
A5: do what you know you need to do to help the kids
A5: Someone who is willing to do whatever is needed for their Ss to excell in and out of the classroom and ignores the naysayers
Check out Barry Manilow's One Voice!
thanks for Bowie night. He was an amazing performer and demanded us to listen to be able to hear the message.
A5: This means wonderfully outrageous to me & outrageous to me means BOLD & bold to me means you're leaving a legacy. My goal as a T!
A5 To me that means to embrace/accept who you are as a T...the good the not as good, your passions & the parts you work hard at loving
A5:Willing 2 try anything- Unworried about making mistakes/what others thought-Totally willing 2 fail 4ward https://t.co/sLNzqp8lAp
Q5: Mick Jagger called him, "Wonderfully shameless in his work." Wow! That's intriguing! What does that mean to you as an educator?
love it have done with teachers in building - easy to do and so rewarding for kids
A5: It means sometimes putting yourself out there & being a part of everything! Schools need Ts like this https://t.co/rrs5YJs7M2
A4: Things like connecting with via GHO to teach my Ss Sketchnoting. Learning from the best. https://t.co/sGrKziGjZa
Yep it's all about the kids!
A5: Reminds me of the saying "no shame in your game." Feel no shame when doing what is best for Ss!
A5: Ts leave a legacy that encourages others to be passionately outrageous
A5B: Means being a true pirate
I hear you. Sometimes the day to day takes us away from what is most important. It happens
A5 I think the statement reflects a purity in his work. Those who saw distortion misunderstood his art. https://t.co/sMDvngkaHF
Q5: Mick Jagger called him, "Wonderfully shameless in his work." Wow! That's intriguing! What does that mean to you as an educator?
You're welcome, Glen. Part way through today it hit us that this was the only way to go.
A5: I think it's a reminder that who I am is way more interesting than who I think I'm "supposed to be" as an educator.
A5: Work hard & be proud of what we do! It means standing up for our decisions because we know it's right for kids! Being relentless!
A5: Means NOT apologizing when you are doing what is best for kids...
I know those role models! They rock!
yes move our classes but also ourselves to see other great Ts in action to learn and grow in practice
A5: confidence! I love learning and growing as a prof., but sometimes feel reluctant to share based on negativity surrounding change
A5: No shame→True to self→Creativity→Contributing to the lives of others→Better world
A5 If you're a flower, blossom without abandon-if your a teacher, let learning explode without concession! https://t.co/OiI0oB6m4D
has a story about using that as ringtone for boss...& boss calling from around corner, lol! https://t.co/63DLbfJT5x
A5: Nothing but nothing is off the table IF Considered to be likely of value!!!
thank you so much Bridget! Intentional and thoughtful discussion that can be relevant in the here and now is key
So well put, Shelly! Love this. https://t.co/vyD2oqWkfG
A5: I think it's a reminder that who I am is way more interesting than who I think I'm "supposed to be" as an educator.
Not being afraid to take risks. Doing whatever works to help Ss learn.
yes it isn't about us it's about them- we aren't the stars of the show
For my classes content doesn't change. So finding and trying new things shows my Ss I'm willing to learn too.
Q6: Bowie embraced staging, lighting, costuming, & character development to create EXPERIENCES for his audiences. How Do YOU do this?
Dislike when Ts use term "shameless plug".Don't apologize 4 sharing innovative ideas/resources/Ss work. SHARE shamelessly
thank you so much, Matt! I love collaborating with you!!
it should always come back to what's right for kids.. If it's right for kids, how can it be wrong?
I am not exaggerating when I say that Matt is a total rockstar when he "visits" your classroom!
A5b off a local sign - "Doubt Kills more dreams than Failure ever will!"
A6: Oh this question is all for you!
I agree! Sometimes, it's enough to be stretched by experiencing others' great leaps.
A5: Shame/Shaming stunts growth. Be yourself. Allow others to "be" even when it's uncomfortable, and everyone learns.
A5 Breaking the rules to create new methods of learning and engagement. Surviving the criticism of "thats not the way we do it"
I am so excited to talk w/ other like-minded Ts! TY for providing us w/ this opportunity!
I hate that argument. I routinely run into it and vault over it!
A6: This is at the heart of ! Have to create experiences that make students WANT to learn and engage in the process!
A5-It means putting myself out there, being proud of my strengths as a T, not worrying about nay sayers, doing what I know is right.
I totally agree with you, Peter!!
My students totally enjoyed the experience. Not a lesson...an experience!
A6: First, I renamed "Lesson Plans" "Student Experiences" and changed my frame of reference. Now I plan for them, not for me
A5: to never stop promoting yourself.
A6: Different hats and costumes for hooks. Ss said the other day, "Hey, where's your funny hat?" I had to run back in and get one.
I agree, the question is though, who gets to decide what is valuable?
A6: Different costumes this year (pink fluffy bunny from Xmas Story my fav) and music. Love using music to get message out there.
A6: Make school so excited that Ss are running into our school to not miss something and not trying to run out-
experience is remembered better than lesson too
A6 Letting my passion create an environment that will let Ss experience & explore their passions for learning. Let them be individuals
A6 use all the available tools, & then you get better costumes, and you improve with each performance, get better each year.
A6: Quantum Learning - EXPERIENCE before label. Student buy in is essential for meaningful learning.
Most times, witnessing is the first step to personal growth.
A6: As a K teacher I have found experiences are the best ways for my Ss to learn. The more involved the Ss, the more they retain.
A6b: We have had different days our staff dresses up, welcome back celebration from break
A6 is the best way to communicate everything, embrace the craft in whatever you do, especially if what you do is teach!
A2 pretty amazing that what I do in first period looks nothing like 4th.
Glad to have you joining us for the 13th. is a community that is better when we all share.
A6: his is where I really need to work on it, although I have been told I do more than I give myself credit. True Pirate to come
that's awesome! Love your outlook on that!
A6: this week - Enlightenment Salon (character/costume), Silk Road simulation, & "quilting" (oh, & AP night too!)
Be proud that you have that strength. Make sure you take others w/ U! They don't have to do it like you, just like them .
as a T you are either the show or running the show and it needs to be no less than awesome everyday. https://t.co/mDYXzVaB8j
Q6: Bowie embraced staging, lighting, costuming, & character development to create EXPERIENCES for his audiences. How Do YOU do this?
A6: Positivity and infectious enthusiasm never hurts.
experiences as well as rituals and routines that have meaning to the kids - my all time fave https://t.co/OoHg0u2OYZ
A6: I do this a little, but I could bring out more of the performer. Reading to Ss I become he performer. We do sing and dance.
A6: music is a must and SO easy to have ready for any mood, vibe, pick me up, mellow out.
A6: Find ways to add props, music, movement into daily experience. I need laughter & smiles in our room, not glazed over Ss!
A6 Admittedly I don't do this enough. I should be doing it for Ts/PD. I was better at creating exp as a T by weaving stories to Ss.
A6 Currently Ss dress up everyday for Egypt. Almighty RA is their guest teacher. They r so positive, excited, motivated with RA.
exactly! Develop a school that is a party so rockin' that EVERYONE wishes they had an invite to!
There's lots of talk about what Ed should "look" like. Give classroom Ts more opp to model/share best practices
we can make a chain and help each other over those walls.
A5: As an artist, crowd doesn't dig your sound, you move on, change venue. As T, Ss aren't digging your sound, you... learn to rap!
A6: As an instructional tech, the Ts are my Ss. I d0 costumes and play music for them too! It really throws them off. Makes 'em smile!
A6: I dance, sing, act out, do ANY hand motions necessary for kids to enjoy learning and make concepts stick! PS- I kinda like it too!
I am a theatre T. That part is easy. :) The other day a S said, I can't believe this is my class! https://t.co/SiLaQmC3ei
Q6: Bowie embraced staging, lighting, costuming, & character development to create EXPERIENCES for his audiences. How Do YOU do this?
thanks! I'm fortunate, admin backs me up, even if not willing to break w past. I'm a pocket innovator. keeps me going!
Absolutely, help others overcome the wall of conformity. Do what works, but make it your own!
A6 it's not just about the costume but the person inside it that makes the experience happen
This is so true. Teachers must be really careful with the sarcasm they use in class, the effects can be damaging
Time to PD Like a Pirate!
A6: "Simple" - Believe there IS a way to do what you believe best for Ss, with all involved (Ss, Ts, P's, & interested public)!!!
agreed. Sharing is caring and we need more Ts to shout out the amazing things their Ss are doing https://t.co/y8JKmU48YG
Dislike when Ts use term "shameless plug".Don't apologize 4 sharing innovative ideas/resources/Ss work. SHARE shamelessly
Exhausing (& confusing when I teach Ancient China in Georgian consume, lol) but Ss are PUMPED! https://t.co/TOiM2PoWfV
By gum, how do I get to that gold mine?
A6 We experienced Pirate Days & Superhero Days where costumes to represent the heart of who we r were welcome https://t.co/pDpMR3gzXA
Two of the best days you'll experience all year! This is a conference just made for and TLAP-wanabees. https://t.co/JW3r1VIYS4
A6: Ss are experiencing learning for the first time, not the Ts - it's up to us to create 'remember when' moments in our lesson
l could spend "Hours" talking about Bowie. He was an Amazing man. Loved the causes he got behind.
have the kids come in costume too - dress as vocab words, characters, etc - let them experience that!
A6: I wore my Superman footie PJ's, then ran through every classroom asking the kids if they had seen Mr. Shanks.
Sounds like a book title to me!
I still need to get a copy of the book
A6: we remember our experiences. A little dramatics can go a long way in the classroom. Reenact, dress up, have fun, make meaning
A6: I was born to do this. Literally.
A6: When my team asks for help 'setting the stage' for an experience, I can't help but follow through! https://t.co/JxZSmFRU4l
I'm thinking about doing this.
Q7: Seeing all of the tributes from those inspired by Bowie has me wondering: How do you want to be remembered for your body of work?
A6-View every day as an honest performance. Be passionate in a way that will make students want to join the production.
Hi Ben!I have a pic of you & Matt (& one other guy) from ! Brings back good memories!
What an awesome comment to hear from a kid!
Creativity is my weakness. However, I'm willing to try-even when Ss are amused by my attempts.
Thx to David Bowie I think we may have stumbled across a new hashtag for teachers! https://t.co/s06nmeLSfh
I totally agree with you, Peter!!
A6: That's it. Connect it to them, connect with them, make it fun & it will never be forgotten.
Q5: Doing the things that Ss want to see. Ts having fun making a fool of themselves, especially in front of the school.
https://t.co/gKWzGTDSi5
Great tweets from on to check out to get ready for participating in at the top of the hour!
I'm working on it SO hard! 1 of my goals this year! I'm still not sure I'd want to be a T in my PD. *insert eyeroll here
There is no think....just DO! Seriously, Ryan! Ya gotta come! It's awesome!
A6: Be fun/embarrass yourself. Here I am-Thing 1 from Dr Seuss dancing w/ Ss-They taught me how 2 Hit the Quan https://t.co/JsbuoNeVgB
A7 I want to be remembered by my students and families as someone who cared and made connections with them. I hope they were inspired
A6: I still remember my 8th grade teacher teaching Greek Mythology characters through Barbies!! She told the experience!
A7:I want to be remembered as someone who helped all Ss reach their fullest potential and built a long lasting relationship
A6: I am a high school/ adult educator. Learn new ways of communicating with new audiences. https://t.co/ef7EWhOkqu
A7: With a smile will suffice for me.
A5: there is no shame in doing what is best even if another T doesn't approve or thinks it weird or loud! https://t.co/Pp7JOQ6Yv0
Q5: Mick Jagger called him, "Wonderfully shameless in his work." Wow! That's intriguing! What does that mean to you as an educator?
A6 Great Q! I push hard constantly & still can't imagine what it took to be Bowie or to work for him. https://t.co/lR66I2GZje
Q6: Bowie embraced staging, lighting, costuming, & character development to create EXPERIENCES for his audiences. How Do YOU do this?
Q6.2: Running a dog and pony show in my classroom. Constantly entertaining and making Ss entertain.
It is NOT Work when you love what you do!😊
A7: As someone who was true to their convictions, always did what was best for kids, and someone who made a difference.
A7 Ahhh now it all makes sense
A7;: I want to be remembered as a T who cared about Ss and pushed them to be the best they could be.
Haha!! Hope you have been enjoying the challenges.
A7: I don't need students to remember me but I hope they continue the desire to learn
A7: Not only did my Ss learn but they loved and desired to come to school so they could see what we were learning that day.
A7: I want to be remember that I had Ts step out of their comfort zones and inspired their Ss always. https://t.co/Lf2yhpDKwt
A7 I have a lot of aspirations, but in the end I want to know that I was honored by the students, that I was there for them
Totally! It was a fantastic experience 4 my Ss as well! I was blown away! !
Ss want to 'buy a ticket' to the 'feature presentation' & want to come again & again to experience the lessons https://t.co/e5zGRhEdCn
A6-View every day as an honest performance. Be passionate in a way that will make students want to join the production.
A7 I hope to be remembered as someone who felt like good wasn't good enough-I want great! (Expect for myself) https://t.co/sIJEh56r8a
Q7: Seeing all of the tributes from those inspired by Bowie has me wondering: How do you want to be remembered for your body of work?
A7: I tossed the Q on this to my for Ss who found me via SM - Wow.
A6) shameless in the work of education means doing ANYTHING tha touts Ss first, regardless of how you look
A7: Going above and beyond the ordinary and doing whatever necessary to help everyone else succeed!
I am familiar with running those same shows!
A7 would be nice to be remembered for loving & inspiring learning, get kids to dig US history, honoring veterans, laughing - a lot!
A7: kids to feel like I changed their lives
very well said! Can't think of a better tribute https://t.co/rve2OYtZkM
A7;: I want to be remembered as a T who cared about Ss and pushed them to be the best they could be.
ok, the Greek mythology & barbie thing is a riot!
A7: I want to be remembered as a good wife & mom who balanced that with promoting lifelong learning to those in my circle of influence
Awesomesauce! See you there! Sandy...are you putting in a proposal to present?
try it with Super Mario Brothers. No really.
A7: Known as the teacher that took the time. Took time to know the kids, time to make connections, and time to be the best T I can be
That would be awesome! You're well on your way!
A7: When "Effective Learning" is mentioned, at least one person has my name come to mind...
A2: Bowie, like good Ts knew that he had to continue to innovate and push boundaries to challenge his audience and go deeper.
that's awesome - maybe I'll try that next year! and you still remember the Barbies!
A7 would be nice to be remembered for loving & inspiring learning, get kids to dig US history, honoring veterans, laughing - a lot!
A7: I appreciate social media allows me to see former students embrace their individuality and live life
A7 I hope my legacy is as creative & entertaining as my life-ultimately it always rests people you've impacted https://t.co/8g0bRp7JKC
A7: for how important your community around you & the impact you can make on it!
I know and love those kids!
I'm heading over to my districts chat on Student Engagement. Please join us. Thanks for a great conversation. ❤️David Bowie
I have had Ss contact me about their marriage, children... it's amazing
A7 Encourager, Dreamer, Adventurer... Teachers Don't Have To Die Twice https://t.co/F5HRB0pIRC https://t.co/z3wsg4qBDk
Q7: Seeing all of the tributes from those inspired by Bowie has me wondering: How do you want to be remembered for your body of work?
A7: I hope I'll be remembered for saying that an empty, quiet library is useless! Fill it with ppl and reach them in innovative ways!
Thanks for a great Chat. Focus on what's next and may it be as interesting as you can imagine. https://t.co/CnRNELnSYg
Hi, Sacha 5-6th grade teacher Special Education in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
Absolute beginners is my all time fav.
A7-Hardworking, Creative, Innovative, Joyful, Caring, Compassionate, Passionate, Crazy, Faithful to the End
A7: I want Ss and T's to say, "We learned a lot from him. He made me want to do better and be better."
A7 Whether I am working w/ admin, Ts, or Ss, I think I'd like my work to be remembered as work that brought energy, heart, and humor.
A7: I want my students & mentees to be inspired to carry on my ideals, love of learning & quirkiness!
love your global art themes. & I work together in a similar capacity as social studies & art Ts.
No!!! Missed ! Just made it home from work! 😵 I'll have fun scrolling I guess.
Oh Ryan, you're never alone...look, you've got pirates all around you... pirates! !
former 3rd grader, out of college, married, one child. unreal :)
Yes!
https://t.co/yvKhJPaphQ
A7: I want Ss and T's to say, "We learned a lot from him. He made me want to do better and be better."
A7: I want to be remembered as the happy teacher that made Ss feel loved. One that cared for them as a WHOLE child & challenged them!
A7. As kind, an encourager, practical and a dreamer too. Someone who inspired others to take chances!
Thanks for your thoughtful contributions to our Bowie Tribute tonight. Listen to one of your favorite Bowie songs and say "Thank you"
A7: Former student said he loved that I spoke in all exclamation points & current student told his mom I'm crazy fun! My heart = full!
Q7: As a teacher who loved his Ss and would do anything to help them to love learning.
thanks for a great chat and - enjoyed the focus on David Bowie
A4: I am very fortunate to work with group of people who who are willing to help me. I tend to ask a lot of ?s.
Have to get the kid to bed, so I am off. Thanks for a great tonight. The tribute night led to some great learning.
Great chat tonight. However, like Jennifer Connelly, I have to put the little guy to bed. Night all .
A8 How about: "He was that teacher who painted mind pictures of what is possible & thought young for old guy! https://t.co/RtfXQyuaM7
Q7: Seeing all of the tributes from those inspired by Bowie has me wondering: How do you want to be remembered for your body of work?
A7: thinking about Bowie, I don't think his goal was legacy. I think he wanted to share his perspective of life with the world
Glad you joined us, Greg.
Always a boost to carry the week well. Until next time (if I don't "see" you soner)
, this was great! Thanks for moderating.
Hi, Mary! Glad to see you here!
Fab chat! Thanks & always inspire. The 80s chick in me appreciated the Bowie tribute!
A7: When my Ss reflect back on their life, whatever the age, I want them to remember my name & say 'my teacher believed in me'
thanks Dave, great chat. Really missed it last few weeks.
A7: He made me question things and never forgot that this profession must be joyous!
Love how gets my creative juices flowing for the week! Thanks for this wonderful tribute!
Myfavorite Bowie song, which oddly enough has a great message. "We can be heroes, just for one day." https://t.co/vPoHNhdYwr
Awesome with fantastic theme - thanks to all of my PLN Heroes for capping day one of a great week of teaching, learning, creating!
Good nite . I am 1 tired pirate!To the captains of the ship : I adore you! Thank you for being you!
A7: remembered as a risk taker, a thinker, a creative force. As a member of the larger community we created. https://t.co/mvE6hgd4oR
Q7: Seeing all of the tributes from those inspired by Bowie has me wondering: How do you want to be remembered for your body of work?
A7 I want to be remembered by all, Ts, Ss, & colleagues as someone that cared and made them feel special, listened to, and supported.
