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Welcome to tonight's #21stedchat@Edu_Thompson & I will be discussing taking Professional Development to Professional Learning. Please introduce yourselves.
Hi everyone! My name is Hannah Morrison, and I am a Junior Early Childhood Education major at Kent State University with a minor in mild to moderate Special Education! #21stedchat
Hi! I’m Allison and I am a student from Kent State University. I’m majoring in Early Childhood Education with a Special Education minor #21stedchat#barberclass@barbersclass
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@dprindle, @Edu_Thompson, @barbersclass
That is something I like to try with certain opportunities that offer more of a hands-on approach, like following a recipe for a new dish or creating a video. #21stedchat
Hey everyone. My name is Owen Chalmers and I'm currently a teaching assistant in two 5th grade classrooms and in school to get my certification in general education and special education. #21stedchat
A1: I feel that professional development is continuing to develop skills already learned whereas professional learning is engaging in learning new skills. #EDET543#21stedchat
A1: Professional development is needed to continue and to grow. However, professional learning is "new" learning. Earning advanced degrees, etc. #UMEdTech#21stedchat
A1: professional development entails learning new strategies. Professional learning to me is the improving of a skill or strategy by the entire staff. #21stedchat
A1 Professional development is working to improve skills you already have, while professional learning is learning new skills you can use in the future #21stedchat#GEN2108
Professional development and professional learning seem pretty similar to me. However, if I were to see a difference it might be that professional learning is done on a day to day basis, where as professional development is a specific time set apart for learning. #21stedchat
A1: Professional learning is undertaken by the individual to learn something new. Professional development builds on what is known. BOTH are vital to make sure we are the best we can be #21stedchat
A1: Profession development is when someone is learning to earn something out of it while professional learning is when someone has already earned something and they are learning more and more from it everyday. #21stedchat
A1: Professional development and professional learning seem pretty similar to me. However, if I were to see a difference it might be that professional learning is done on a day to day basis, where as professional development is a specific time set apart for learning. #21stedchat
A1: Professional development is what someone else does for Ts based on some preconceived idea of what Ts need; professional learning is what Ts do for themselves to grow in their fields. #21stedchat
A1: I believe professional development is creating the skills I need to succeed whereas professional learning is the continuing ed courses or new skills learned to enhance the experience #21stedchat#gen2108
A1: Professional Development is materials required to learn where as Professional learning lets you choose your own learning journey #21stedchat#edci338
A1: Professional development is a formal event designed to improve a specific pedagogical skill. Professional learning is the organic learning that takes place with your personal network. Professional learning is always happening #21stedchat
#21stedchat A1 I think that profession development is becoming more advanced in aspects you already cover throughout your career (such as becoming more advanced in using power point) However, professional learning is learning completely NEW aspects pertaining to your job #Gen2108
I believe that professional development is building on the knowledge and skills that you already have. I think that professional learning is obtaining a new skill set all together. #21stedchat
A1: Professional development is based on formal education to improve competence where professional learning is based on interaction to improve educator practice #21stedchat@barbersclass#barberclass
A. 1 I believe that professional development is building on the knowledge and skills that you already have. I think that professional learning is obtaining a new skill set all together. #21stedchat
A1: I'm lucky that my district gives us the option of a Self-Directed PD so you can choose the material/topic you'd like to learn more about. #21stedchat
I love that you brought up effectiveness, I think while learning there are so many new techniques that you find and can use to enhance the learning environment #21stedchat#gen2108
A1: Professional development is something put on for teachers to learn and apply in classrooms. Professional learning is when teachers actually take something out of it. They learn new skills necessary for 21st century learners and utilize it.
#21stedchat#UMedTech
A1 For me Professional Development is a single seminar or conference where I learn from other educators who are experts in specific methods. Professional Learning take place every day in my school & classroom where I correct my mistakes with help from Ss and peers. #21stedchat
A 1: Professional development is when we are working to improve skills that we have to improve, while professional learning is learning new skills you can use in your future classrooms.
#gen2108#21stedchat
Professional Development to me is a more structured event such as a course or a conference as professional learning is something that the individual chooses to do on their own time by their own doing. #21stedchat
A1: Professional developments using your skills inside your classroom and professional learning using your skills and learning even more from doing so. #21stedchat
I completely agree with this. Professional learning means teachers taking control of their own learning to meet their own needs and the needs of their students. #21stedchat
A1 I’ve come to believe the best EDU PD is personalized professional learning, where Ts have the opportunity determine what they need to learn, then use various sources to learn it. Very different paradigm from when I began teaching. #21stedchat
Q2: Who should be in control of the PD/PL? In MI our MDE says the district has to offer 30 hours. MI Dept of Ed doesn't require anything specific. #21stedchat
I agree, I think discovering new skills is important cause we can use that new skill and combine with the old. I feel that the more sills we learn, the more effective we are for the future. #21stedchat#gen2108
Yes! Far too often, Ts are required to sit through PD sessions that have minimal impact on their lives or how they can positively impact Ss in the classrooms. Relevance yields results! #21stedchat
Ideally, the teachers should be. They should have choice and voice in how, where, and what to do in terms of their own PD, and their districts should respect and encourage those choices! And maybe reward them too! #21stedchat
A2: Dependent on the focus, it can be staff, admin bringing people in for PD. For Professional Learning, it should be on our own time when you want to do it. #21stedchat
Q2: Who should be in control of the PD/PL? In MI our MDE says the district has to offer 30 hours. MI Dept of Ed doesn't require anything specific. #21stedchat
A2. I think multiple stakeholders should be in control. I do think some PD needs to be vetted through expectations so that there is quality control #21stedchat
A2: Good PD should be a collaboration between teachers and admin and be needs-based. Should use data of all kinds to determine what is needed. Should also be differentiated when possible. #21stedchat
I believe the teachers/staff should be in control of the PD/PL. Unfourtnely, that is not the case in most school districts. We are given a list to pick what our PD is going to be, but there is still a limit to what we want to learn. #21stedchat
A2: The MO Dept. Ed requires teachers to complete a specific amount of PD's as well as my school. I feel that there aren't nearly enough PD opportunities but I would say the state should decide how many hours but allow districts to require more w/ Ts input. #EDET543#21stedchat
A2: I think that the district should require a set amount of PD hours. However, those hours should have a balance between PD set up by the district and PD hours that we as educators are allowed to select and pursue to suit our interests. #UMEdTech#21stedchat
#21stedchat A2: I believe it should be a healthy mix of the two. The district can provide options for the teachers to choose from and teachers can also choose completely on their own.
A2: I would say that the teachers should have more control over this due to the fact that they are seeing what is happening in the classroom #21stedchat#GEN2108
Q2. The PD/PL should be based on need....but just like Ss have dif needs, so do Ts - Adragogy shows that Ts need to be in charge of what/when they learn #21stedchat
A2: We, the teachers, leaders, and admin. should be in charge of PD/PL. Each school and school district is different. Each need to find what benefits them most not what someone else thinks they need. #21stedchat#UMedTech
A2: I don't mind the standards on how many hrs Ts should obtain as most professions require this, but I do think Ts should have more choice in the types of PD/learning they receive for CPE hours. #21stedchat
A. 2 I think that teachers should be in an ideal world. I also believe that there should be standards set from the district to control quality. #21stedchat
A2. The PD/PL should be based on need....but just like Ss have dif needs, so do Ts - Adragogy shows that Ts need to be in charge of what/when they learn #21stedchat
I believe individual schools should be in control of PD/PL with choice given to individual teachers to engage in based on their areas of need / strength. The individuals that work at the school every day know what the students need most from them. #21stedchat
A2: I believe that there are many factors to take into consideration for this. The district should have some say but at the same time you have to be in control #21stedchat#gen2108
Q2: Who should be in control of the PD/PL? In MI our MDE says the district has to offer 30 hours. MI Dept of Ed doesn't require anything specific. #21stedchat
I think that we as teachers and professionals should be in control of both PD/PL. We can share our knowledge and skills, and choose to learn new things to help us grow as teachers. #21stedchat
A2 Here, it's mandated that Ts get 24 hours a year and they are pretty strict on what counts. Thankfully, our district offers lots of opportunities. That said, if Ts are truly in control of their own PL, you don't need to mandate hours, they will find them. #21stedchat
Q2: Who should be in control of the PD/PL? In MI our MDE says the district has to offer 30 hours. MI Dept of Ed doesn't require anything specific. #21stedchat
A2: I think that we as teachers and professionals should be in control of both PD/PL. We can share our knowledge and skills, and choose to learn new things to help us grow as teachers. #21stedchat
A2: Technology has led to the information age. Just like we expect our students to be self-directed and take control of their own learning, teachers must model that with our own professional learning experiences #innovation#edtech#edtechchat#21stedchat
A2: Teachers and staff should be in charge as long as they are following their districts guidelines and the PD and PL are for the greater good of the students. #21stedchat
A2: I think that teachers should be in control for the most part but this can be overseen by the hierarchy if specific needs are not met (if not enough time is being devoted to PD) #21stedchat#Gen2108
We are very lucky in my district to have a plethora of offerings on a variety of topics and in different settings (face to face and virtual). Let's teachers choose what is most beneficial for them. #21stedchat
Side note: I think it was @jcorippo said this: " Am I a better teacher for having completed this PD." I ask this of myself and of every PD I am required to attend. Sadly the answer is no most times. #21stedchat
A2 I think a strong balance can be struck between the district (or building) and the teacher. Naturally, new policies and expectations will need to be communicated and trained (grading systems, tech, etc...) but teachers should also be able to choose their own PD too. #21stedchat
Some of our PD is district driven and some of it is decided at the building learning. This has been a nice change/balance than was offered before. #21stedchat
Q2: Who should be in control of the PD/PL? In MI our MDE says the district has to offer 30 hours. MI Dept of Ed doesn't require anything specific. #21stedchat
And that leads to teachers putting it in neutral and just going through school years marking time. Not meant to be that harsh, but often the case. #21stedchat
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@Ellis4thGrade, @KevLynch98, @Edu_Thompson
I thinks schools should be in control of their own pd, with the choice of each teacher engaging on pd based on what they teach. The teachers that work at the schools every day know what the students need and what works best for them. #21stedchat#gen2108
Q2: Who should be in control of the PD/PL? In MI our MDE says the district has to offer 30 hours. MI Dept of Ed doesn't require anything specific. #21stedchat
I feel the requirement keeps educators learning consistently. If there was no hour requirement there would be a lot of educators just not continuing to learn I feel. #EDET543#21stedchat
This is true most of the time. It's unfortunate but most of the time the district's PD is so broad and general because of the large group size that no one is really getting a thorough understanding of what's being taught. #21stedchat#UMedTech
Andrew, checking in from CO.
A2: PD/PL should support district/building goals and be offered in line with what is desired. Otherwise, you need to let teacher’s pursue their own. #21stedchat
Jumping in late this evening - Kristin from NC! I agree w/ much of what has already been said. PD implied passive; PL implies active. I think most teachers crave what our students do--don't read a PPT to me, make it relevant, show me the value, etc. #21stedchat
@hcmatson24 Spot on! But sadly I know there are some in my district that if it weren't for the mandated district's PD- they wouldn't get any at all :( #UMEdTech#21stedchat
I've noticed the same thing. During PD's, teachers are on their e-mail or correcting papers. It's not a good place to be for both the presenter and the audience. #21stedchat
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@teachermike72, @Ellis4thGrade, @KevLynch98, @Edu_Thompson
Unfortunately you are very correct. I have seen some PD structures linked to pay that also is extrinsically motivating, so still not the best. #21stedchat
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@Ellis4thGrade, @TeacherLadyKY, @Miss_HEMorrison
Hard to imagine any teacher doing that in my district. I sit behind mine too much and I only do it during preps or last 60 seconds of class! #21stedchat
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@Ellis4thGrade, @KevLynch98, @Edu_Thompson
Absolutely! I think within certain parameters from the districts teachers should get to choose. At least turn in proof/documentation of the PD to make sure it follows the district requirements. #21stedchat
Maybe. I think there might be better ways than saying "You need X amount of hours." Such as professional growth plans that are personalized and driven by professional learning. #21stedchat
A2: I think that it would be up to the teachers because they should have a choice in what they do in terms of their own PD, and they should be encouraged to do so. #21stedchat
I cannot either! It is amazing the amount of educators that do that in my district. It is an inner city school with a lot of behaviors and no resources for those behaviors. #EDET543#21stedchat
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@teachermike72, @KevLynch98, @Edu_Thompson
All PD should be approved ahead of time. In cases where district is paying, teachers must justify the need and also be prepared to share what they have learned with other teachers! #21stedchat
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@Miss_HEMorrison, @TeacherLadyKY, @Ellis4thGrade
Yes. Many of us would do the right thing, but there are also those who would not seek out the learning necessary in our constantly evolving field. Accountability ensures everyone is held to a standard. Nothing wrong with that. #21stedchat
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@TeacherLadyKY, @Ellis4thGrade, @Miss_HEMorrison
Very true, kind of like how you must show respect to be respected... if you're willing to put in the work, students will see it and reciprocate #21stedchat#Gen2108
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@andrewjjulian, @Ellis4thGrade, @teachermike72, @Edu_Thompson
Exactly but I see it happen. When the learning opportunities are not relevant, active and/or engaging it is hard not to tune out...just like what when are lessons/tasks are not relevant and engaging. #21stedchat
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@teachermike72, @chalmers_owen, @Ellis4thGrade, @KevLynch98
A3: I think a mix of both would be great for me! On one hand PD at least forces me to learn new things when I don't make it a priority all the time. Yet at the same time PL allows me to learn what I need most! #21stedchat
Most times they will. Some Ss have a very specific definition of respect that we can't necessarily meet, but more often than not they will notice! #21stedchat
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@KevLynch98, @andrewjjulian, @Ellis4thGrade, @Edu_Thompson
A3: I like to learn by hands on and ensuring my learning is relevant to my classroom. Some PD is required, based on Government releases, new tech, school learning goals which we have to do. #21stedchat
A3: I wish that my school system had more of PLC model, allowing me more control over my own "development." I also wish that my system promoted PL by offering a joint program with local universities as many school systems do. #UMEdTech#21stedchat
A3: I love a mastery model where you are introduced to ideas and are the supported with their implementation in your classroom. This gives the chance for you to try and receive feedback for improved iteration. #21stedchat
A3: I preferring have a choice to pick a PD that pertains to my subject area. I’d also like the choice to get up and go to a different PD session if the first didn’t impact my students’ needs #21stedchat
Or just make a rule: leave your grading at home and your devices off your desks (unless you are using them in the PD session as part of the training!). #21stedchat
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@MarthaRiveraSU, @chalmers_owen, @Ellis4thGrade, @KevLynch98, @Edu_Thompson
A3: I would like my PD/PL to be revolved around social-emotional learning. Students can't begin to learn if they can't attend due to SEL concerns. That's more than half the battle. #21stedchat
A3: Learning must be done in a variety of ways. Twitter chats of course, professional reading, site-based courses, professional conferences, conversations at work, to name a few #21stedchat
A3: I would like to learn through hands on experiences that align with the needs of my students. A lot of my students are very low when they come into my class and all of my PD's are over topics that are too challenging. #EDET543#21stedchat
A3 I absolutely love teacher-led professional learning. A group of Ts working together to learn about something they are passionate/interested about... nothing better! #21stedchat
A3 I think a bit of both is the way to go. Some professional development is good and necessary, but some of the learning has to come from professional learning too. #21stedchat#GEN2108
A3: I want my professional development to be differentiated to my needs and interests. We demand it for our students we should expect it for our teachers #21stEdChat
I feel like I would like to learn both ways. PD a little more because that way I will earn something out of it. While learning PL I will just be adding on to what I already know. #21stedchat
A3: I'm such a random and varied learner, so I like online, at-my-own-pace for introductory learning, but hands-on sessions as I grow in my knowledge. I also like make and takes, and realistic PD. Give me something today I can use in my classroom tomorrow. #21stedchat
A3: I learn best by hands on learning and would like to be able to apply that to my teaching skills. I also like collaborating with my peers. Group activities would be very beneficial #21stedchat
A3: I would like to learn this stuff more hands on I understand we have to do some trainings online, but for everything else I wish it was more personable. #21stedchat#GEN2108
I prefer a hands on style of learning and having the choice of having my PD tied in to what I am working with. I think teacher led groups are also useful. #21stedchat
A3 I like to learn by reading books, blogs, articles, etc. I like to learn using online tutorials. I love to attend EdCamps! I like to attend conferences. And of course, I learn the most from my PLN on Twitter! #21stedchat
A3: The best for me is interactive and teacher-led. That might be a Twitter chat (yay!), a conference, an edcamp, a workshop...but please don't read to me or just spend the whole time talking at me. #21stedchat
A3: I love learning with a hands on approach and anything that will directly benefit the kids in my class, we cannot forget about them while improving our own skills #21stedchat#gen2108
As a presenter, setting expectations (just like I do in class) helps set the tone for the session. In addition, having engaging content increases the likelihood of involvement. #21stedchat
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@teachermike72, @MarthaRiveraSU, @chalmers_owen, @Ellis4thGrade, @KevLynch98, @Edu_Thompson
A3 I like to listen to podcast, r-
ead blogs, read articles, etc. to find useful relevant info - then use books, webinars, workshops, etc. to perfect that craft...I look for badge systems that require implementation #21stedchat
A3: Actively! Get me to bring something to the session that I will be using or improving on while I am there. DO NOT lecture me. Get me to DO SOMETHING. #21stedchat
Q3: It is always great to be open minded and learn from both PD and PL. Our goals are to become the teacher our students need and help impact the most, therefore you should be willing to learn and develop in any way possible. #21stedchat
A3: Regardless of whether I consider it PD or PL, I am responsible for my own learning. Whether I choose the seminar or I am adjusting my practice after a tough day in the classroom, I take ownership of deciding what I need to implement to make my practice better! #21stedchat
I enjoy talking to my colleagues that work in the same area I do and get ideas of useful things they have learned in the past. I then like to come up with a timeline of structured learning activities and have something I produce that I can use in my practice #21stedchat
I had a principal do this...he made his office into a conference room and it forced him to be mobile, in classrooms and he still got all his work done. #21stedchat
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@andrewjjulian, @teachermike72, @Ellis4thGrade, @KevLynch98
A2: I thinks schools should be in control of their own pd, with the choice of each teacher engaging on pd based on what they teach. The teachers that work at the schools every day know what the students need and what works best for them. #21stedchat#gen2108
At your own pace learning can also give you time to think how exactly to use what you’re learning in the classroom too. And hands on works so well for so many people as per this chat! #21stedchat#GEN2108
A3: I use a combination of live classes and online to match my schedule and learning needs. It also depends on how familiar I am with a subject. If it is something, I prefer live classes. #21stedchat
In all seriousness ... whatever I am learning, I want time to play with it in my world ... can I make it fit or is it a square peg in my dragon shaped hole #21stedchat
Yes, I think we do need a balance. We need to learn and develop new skills so that we can take it back to our students and be effective teachers to them. #gen2108#21stedchat
A3 (cont...) I am lucky to have an administration that supports my efforts to improve my practice through PD that I choose. I love seminars with lesson demonstrations and hands on learning! Give me something I can use in my classroom on Monday! #21stedchat
So true! There have been things I've decided would be great and things I've discarded based on online learning...and I didn't have to waste a whole day in a session knowing all the while I wasn't going to be able to use it. #21stedchat
I like to learn through observation/field experience. I'm a visual learner so showing me is much better than telling me. I think the best PD/PL comes from building our own PLN's, but overall it takes a TEAM-Together Everyone Achieves More! #21stedchat#UMedTech
A4 It depends on what we are learning and my prior knowledge. Sometimes I need the expert to "teach" and sometimes I like work w/ colleagues and "teach" one another #21stedchat
A4: Actual teachers who have had the training and the knowledge in the content. I have given a few PD's based upon my knowledge. I felt that I needed to share my PL to others. Often it is the board providing the PD. #21stedchat
A4: By using cadre style training or using knowledgeable staff members to conduct the sessions. In regards to technology, when teachers are taught by colleagues they can get the mentality of "Hey, if they can use that tool- I can too!" #UMEdTech#21stedchat
A4: All teachers have something to offer. If you’ve taught a lesson, you can talk about it and share your successes and failures. Teachers are leaders of students and we are all students! #21stedchat
A4: Depends on the topic. Sometimes a trained professional is best, sometimes a colleague, sometimes even students! Presenter should be qualified to teach the content. #21stedchat
A4. I love when I can find Ts to lead the PD. I'm a district admin that plans PD - I enjoy leading, but would rather have that T perspective #21stedchat
A4: I like the idea of Teachers leading PD's. I feel like other presenters just don't understand all of the other things we have to do during the day. Teacher led PD's are usually more realistic. #EDET543#21stedchat
A3: I think a mix of both would work. I learn in a variety of ways, but I like to learn hands specifically. Plus it will help ensure my learning is working in my classroom. #21stedchat
Most of my work is digital (which helps), but for paper, I use a file management system (cubbies) and use my bulletin board for sharing about me and my students. #21stedchat
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@teachermike72, @Ellis4thGrade, @KevLynch98, @Edu_Thompson
A4: The teachers should be a mix between the presenter being a moderator and the audience members participating in the discussion and activity. #21stedchat
No computer...use a laptop and family pictures are on my device, no need to have a space for them. Supplies are in the supply closet when you need them. #21stedchat
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@teachermike72, @andrewjjulian, @Ellis4thGrade, @KevLynch98
By the way, my name is Rick Woods @rickwoods2020 , and I am a PhD student in Learning Technologies ay the University of North Texas, attending my first Twitter Chat.#21stedchat
A4: It absolutely depends on the subject matter and who needs the professional learning. A new teacher who needs help with a certain content? Bring in a veteran teacher. A completely new concept to the school/district... bring in outside experts. #21stedchat
A4: Teachers of a PD/PL or any teacher for that matter should be trained professionals and should have all of their students best interests in mind. #21stedchat
Out of the box A4 answer. I would love to have my HS ss lead a PD. How we could better engage/ relate to them. What a learning experience for both Trs and ss #21stedchat
A4: I believe that experts in areas of need or weakness are perfectly qualified to lead a PD in their area of expertise. Save money, increase capacity in the building! #21stedchat
A4: Always and forever, educators. Not bureaucrats, not "experts," not even necessarily authors, but teachers who are in the trenches every day and using the stuff they talk about. #21stedchat
A4. I think there should be multiple people providing the learning opportunities, teachers, principals, central office etc. One of my favorites was done by students #21stedchat
Yes, I think it should always be this way. I have seen people teaching pd who talk about things other than what should be talked about. #21stedchat#gen2108
A1: Professional development is what someone else does for Ts based on some preconceived idea of what Ts need; professional learning is what Ts do for themselves to grow in their fields. #21stedchat
I like this idea! Teachers in the school they are presenting at have an understanding of the school dynamic and whats really important there and happening in the school already. #21stedchat#GEN2108
A4: Teachers who are self-driven leaders who specialize in whatever content is being discussed and has had adequate training on the PD/PL topic . Teacher leaders can then do a turn-around training for their own faculty/teachers. #21stedchat#UMedTech
A4 - I do not think that the "teacher" should HAVE to be a person holding a specific job title. Any person with expertise in the lesson at hand should be able to teach the lesson #21stedchat#Gen2108
I gave up my printer (similar to my desk) to help me consider best practices in a blended learning environment. If I do need to print, there is one in the lab. #21stedchat
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@teachermike72, @Ellis4thGrade, @KevLynch98, @Edu_Thompson
A5: Leave, if you can. If not, hang on tight and either pray or try to take what you can out of it. Or sleep with your eyes open while staring at a space right above the presenter's head. #21stedchat
That's so cool @Ellis4thGrade. Anything is better than a whole bunch of papers that are not relevant and will only sit on a shelf and collect dust. #21stedchat
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@Ellis4thGrade, @NievesNatsha, @Ellis4thGrade
In fact, I gave up my projector for a semester to think more about student centered learning. Seems like this is more of a habit for me than I thought! #21stedchat
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@teachermike72, @Ellis4thGrade, @KevLynch98, @Edu_Thompson
So true. Why would you bring in someone who wasn't part of a school at some point in their career? They can relate to the staff and bring invaluable information that could truly make a difference. #21stedchat
A5 If I can leave, I do - if not, I try to make the best of it find one thing I can focus on a take away from the time. I don't push back-it prolongs the agony #21stedchat
A5 I try to find the silver lining in any PD. Hard sometimes, but still try. Its the professional thing to do. Also it displays a growth mindset #21stedchat
A5: I think as a professional you have to stick it out. Take what you can learn, and ask questions so that the PD is better adapted to what you actually need. #21stedchat
Late to #21stedchat A5: Do your best to glean what you can from it, even if it's learning what not to do in the next session you lead. Then advocate for ed camps and choice in future pd sessions, help organize surveys and discussions about what pd would be most useful
A5: If I'm in a space where it's appropriate to leave (like a conference), then I leave. If not, I try to find the one valuable thing that I can take with me. I try to be positive b/c if I go to that negative space, it affects my attitude. #21stedchat
A5: It is hard to be dealing with a soul crushing PD. The best thing to do is not deal with it. Because while dealing with something that is not satisfying you, you tend to lose focus on what really matters. #21stedchat
A5: I am one to engage in the activity because I am very outgoing. But I would also make sure that I am writing down notes and fully focused #21stedchat
A4: Experts should be the teachers. It is the same expectation we have in the classroom. In some cases that is a teacher in other cases it isn’t. #21stEdChat
A. 5 I think you have to grind it out and be a professional about the situation but let the Principal or Superintendent know about the displeasure. #21stedchat
At the end of the day, I always learn something--even if that something is how to articulate what I DON'T need, or a valuable lesson for my own teaching. Do I do that in my classroom? Oops. Better change. #21stedchat
A5: Stick it out, we are there for a reason and cannot just leave when things get boring. As teachers we want to learn all we can to better the students we teach #21stedchat#gen2108
A5: I think I would start asking questions that could benefit me and my school. Ask questions that could help with what I need help on and what could help me be more effective in my classroom. #gen2108#21stedchat
A6: Me! And I would like it to count, but I can understand why my DO would take a dim view of that. Twitter is social media, never mind that it is also a HUGELY important tool for PD. #21stedchat
A5: I have to admit I'm mostly still attentive and participate through soul-crushing PD. As a presenter myself, I know how I'd want to be treated, so I do the same. Plus, some presenters just need more training, etc. #21stedchat
A6: This is my first Twitter Chat and I really like it. I definetley think it should count for hours. My #EDET543 is so my professor can verify I have participated so why shouldn't districts be able to? #EDET543#21stedchat
A6: I most certainly use Twitter chats! Yes, I think that it should count... but realistically how in the world would our distrit be able to keep up with this documentation. #UMEdTech#21stedchat
A6: I'm just trying out twitter chat for my Masters assignment. I see the benefit of it it's other educators providing ideas and feedback. I'll be using in the future for my own professional learning. #21stedchat
A6 I use it frequently and wish it counted, but that is not why I do it. I do it to be a better educator for my ss. Eventually edu leaders will understand the value of Twitter chats in professional learning. #21stedchat
A6 I use twitter chats weekly! Just participating in the chat shouldn't necessarily count - instead "credit" should be given for the implementation and changes made in the classroom - documented through reflection #21stedchat
A6: I do! I haven't chatted for long but I'm starting to realize quickly that it is one of the quickest ways to gain knowledge that indeed should count towards PD/PL hours. Twitter chats can be hours a week put into building our own PLN's. #21stedchat#UMedTech
A6a: Yes, after the chat I have to create a blog post discussing the chat. It is worth more than all of the other assignments besides my ISTE Reflection. #EDET543#21stedchat
Side note- I do Twitter chats with my 11th graders, and they DO get credit for participating. (Ironically, I'm giving a presentation on it at a conference later this week....LOL) #21stedchat
A6: I learn a lot from the Twitter-verse. As far as "counting," I wish we would move away from that (like recording reading minutes instead of actually reading). Build a habit of learning: books, podcasts, conferences, Twitter chats - and apply it. That's what counts! #21stedchat
@jbretzmann also has created something called #patiopd or #beachpd where a group of teachers gather during the summer to move their learning along. I think it is a great idea.! #21stedchat
A5 - having been teaching as long as I have, it’s been a while since I’ve felt myself bored by a PD. When I do, I try to focus and pull at least some value out of it - my time is valuable so I need to feel productive! #21stedchat
This is my first experience with twitter chat but think it should totally count as PD. You can learn endless amounts by listening to your fellow educators. #21stedchat
A6a part of our assignment for our class this week is to participate in a twitter chat of our choice. So we are getting credit for it. #GEN2108#21stedchat
A6: In a way...I'm adding my TW activities as a part of an e-portfolio I'm working on in an edtech class, but I'm really here for the tweets! #21stedchat
A6: I use twitter for my learning all the time. Before I was in my web tools class, I didn't think twitter was any good, but since joining twitter, I love it and it has helped me learn so much from so many classmates and other educators. #gen2108#21stedchat
Yes I do think using twitter chats should count, there are a variety of perspectives and ideas provided in these chats that are very valuable to learn from. #21stedchat
A6a: Yes, I am getting credit for participating and truly getting involved in the conversation. It is a great way to learn without the lectures #21stedchat#gen2108
A6 - I do chats a couple of times s month and they are ABSOLUTELY valuable - especially when I find new amazing professionals to follow here! #21stedchat
Personally, this is my first tweet chat. I have gained few followers and communicated with many new people. These tweet chats are great for retaining new information and different insights on certain yet very relevant matters. I will definitely use this in the future. #21stedchat
A7: That PD should be ongoing...by and for teachers, and that it can happen as often or as infrequently as we want it to! I consider everyone here part of my development as an educator! #21stedchat
I love how we are getting credit for something that is so useful on twitter. I love it. Not only am I learning, but I am also meeting educators from all around. amazing. #gen2108#21stedchat
I love how we are getting credit for something that is so useful on twitter. I love it. Not only am I learning, but I am also meeting educators from all around. amazing. #gen2108#21stedchat
A7: PD's/PL's are not perfect. There are some that we like to do and that benefit us as educators, others that we don't. Either way we should use them to help us learn and reflect on our teaching, and give feedback to our administrators about what we need in PD's! #21stedchat
A7: tonight I leave with a broader knowledge of PD/PL and a better understanding of the difference between the two. Thank you all for a great chat! :) #21stedchat#UMedTech
I see what you're saying, maybe I should have been more precise... I didn't necessarily mean expertise in the subject.. more expertise in connecting with the learners, does that make more sense ? #gen2108#21stedchat
A7: PD's/PL's are not perfect. There are some that we like to do and that benefit us as educators, others that we don't. Either way we should use them to help us learn and reflect on our teaching, and give feedback to our administrators about what we need in PD's! #21stedchat
A7: No matter where you teach or how long you've been in the profession...powerpoint needs to die. 😬
But seriously, teachers love differentiated instruction and choice in their learning just like students do.
#21stedchat
Q7: My takeaways for tonight would be that PD/PL is incredibly individual for the different teachers in your school. The more individualized, the more they will take from the PD. If you come away with nothing from PD to use in your classroom, it was a waste of time. #21stedchat
My take away is that as my first Tweet chat, it is very fast paced, but I love the different perspectives on here. Very enlightening and broadening. Thank you all! #21stedchat
Its amazing to connect with educators from everywhere! The conversations I have had so far has truly taught me so much for my future #21stedchat#gen2108
A7: These twitter chats are amazing. I am learning from them and taking so much with me. I like the different opinions of how people feel about twitter, PD and PL. I will continue to participate and learn from them.
#gen2108#21stedchat
I agree!! I did not even have twitter before #EDL577UM and it has been one the most insightful resources of information to build my PLN. Now I wonder why I've gone the last 6 years of my career without it! LOL #21stedchat#UMedTech
