#ONedchat Archive
The idea for @onedchat stemmed from a conversation between Allison Fuisz and Amy Bowker in the Spring of 2014. They noticed a gap on Twitter where an Ontario-based education chat was concerned. After several conversations and a vision in mind, @onedchat was created.
Wednesday June 8, 2016
HI everyone, Derek here from Ottawa! So happy to be a part of the team, what a great year of learning
Welcome everyone near & far to 's reflective look at the yr... We are happy you are here!
is behind the handle ce soir. She is on her phone... silly educator she is so forgive me pls ;).
Take a second to intro yourself, your city, your role in ed, & your favourite positive word ;)
Thanks for sharing! Love summer reading in the hammock! (maybe more sleeping than reading at times!)
- you made the yr better for us all Derek. Silly jokes & all :).
Hey Peter from Thunder Bay Grade 6 teacher. Happy summer. Favourite positive word this year= EMPOWER.. my !
- great word Diana! Thanks for being here.
Hi, Marius here, from L'Orignal. Pedagogical Leader Working with principals to transform how kids experience learning
Stephanie from Ottawa, gr 1-2 teacher
Jess, Teacher Librarian, Alliston, ON
Helen from Orillia teaching Dig and Media literacy. Fav word is JOY!
- we are pumped to have you here with us
Hi everyone, Joël from Callander, ON. Pedagogical Leader & principal. Fav word:
A1: I suspect as for many it is hard to nail down one highlight. Walking the halls and talking to kids is the most rewarding thing
Happy Wednesday and ! I'm Noa from the GTA. I teach 6, 7 and 8 H/G, and run student leadership. My word this year has been .
Favorite positive word... Hmmm...
Thanks
Michelle here, from London, Student Work Study partnerships
- on aime bien ton mot! Thanks for being here
Hi everyone. David Franklin from California checking in.
- yeah! So glad to see you here :). Great word.
A1: working w/ Kindergarten Ss on number talks!
David grade 5 teacher in Ottawa
- welcome Jess! Always a good word choice.
A1: Leading 3 sessions on at my first !
- salut Marius... Always such a great supporter of
- great to see a teacher join in!
Love to hear more about this
Q1: I have so many but some include having mayor visit us, writing to & receiving letters back from Santa 1/2
Graham from - teaching grade 7/8!
A1: Highlights include joining the team at , starting to blog about Building Outside the Blocks, becoming more connected educator
Q1: Learning from/with Community =see through the lens of others
A1: Using RtI concepts to get struggling and reluctant readers to read independently.
- team unit! Noa is joining us from tonight!
A1: Our provincial conference in Toronto this past December
A1 Many highlights...seeing my kids THINKING & asking GREAT questions everyday AND INNOVATING to make a difference!
- come and go as you pls. Concept of open space here :)
HI Rola from Ottawa Gr 6 Imm
A1: Introduced a maker culture in school library. So awesome to see Ss exploring, collaborating & creating!
Q1: Hosting a family literacy day, taking the kids to an outside ed center , cooking/baking. 2/2
A1 Hon. surprising me in my class with a certificate for my bike project and speaking infront of my Ss.
A1: Our provincial conference in Toronto this past December
- always glad to see you here Graham.
A1: biggest highlight was transition from student, to first year teacher.
A1 : My highlight is being part of a great provincial team, to serve 70 of our schools
Highlight was having & drop into my class virtually to talk about twitter!
Very cool. We are working on a makerspace in our library as well
Looking forward to checking this out after the chat. Thank you
- so great to see you her Rola!
A1- So many Highlights. Learning with Ss and risk taking together with thinking and Thinking
A1 Co-learning with Ts and Ss and T-leads, joining the crew & unpacking Hattie's erase arch https://t.co/RXIKNQWrZf
- âllo David! Great to see you join ce soir.
A1 Also, watching our MP speak in the House of Commons about our M.A.D project was awesome! https://t.co/Oz6gPypvX6
is now trending in Canada, ranking 22
A2: I have had a few pd activities flop, every time it was a chance to hear teacher voice and build better PD with feedback.
A2: getting everyone on board with creating screencasts of instruction and posting them to Google Classroom.
That was a lot of fun! and a great learning experience for all! https://t.co/0777FqwFg3
Highlight was having & drop into my class virtually to talk about twitter!
- thanks for being here Dominic. You have so much to share.
A2: biggest flop was adding 1 marble at a time to my class' positive behaviour jar. A handful each time was needed to get results.
A1: Promoting the importance of literacy thru author visits with
If you ever have any questions, let me know. :)
A2 : Tried a demo slam in english at Montreal Summit last year. ;) Would like to try again though :)
Been there. I used to bring in a super marble when I needed lots of praise and to move things forward.
A2: Love this question - it takes a GREAT educator to reflect on flops. We all have them!
A2: Biggest flop was sending homework home, including home reading program. Very little parent engagement.
A2- Flops are the best learning experiences-
Note: images for tonight's chat were drawn by Ss in 's class ... Ss had fun doing it!
Happy to connect Love learning with you! https://t.co/nx7oRCPaEa
education administrator at Wikwemikong... kinomaagewin- education, ki-land nomaage-study the land, win- we are all learning
always a learning curve ahead! wisdom
A2: I underestimated the number of principals NOT on . Slowly taking care of that !
A3 : Learning and the Brain in SF. blew me away. Positive emotions for kids.
A3: It would have to be my first last fall. Hands down!
Awesome job and a GREAT idea! https://t.co/qcyUqUTT1M
Note: images for tonight's chat were drawn by Ss in 's class ... Ss had fun doing it!
A2: Positive digital tattoo PSA & drawing contest was a flop. No one entered as Ss couldn’t seem to conceptualize the good
Thanks! will connect with you for sure!
A3: I have 2: and Twitter chats!
The homework debate is strong in my community. Research points to reforming it.
A Super Marble! That's perfect! lol
A3: a colleague at my school shared her learning from the PD. Will keep my eyes open for that session!
A1 I have to include that I was inspired to write several blogs as a result of our too! Profile has pinned tweet with blogs
A2: Sounds funny, but another big flop was trying to lead similar div teachers to collaborate. Long story, but was complete flop
A2: My schedule. Need to see Ss more than once a wk for inquiry projects like . This will make learning more meaningful
A1 leading a that influenced school culture&grew my team as educators&leaders; we even mentored our colleagues in
A3 : Informal PD thru Twitter and blogs is my 1st choice any day.
So agree Accepting the process to be long when Ss take ownership.
LOL I'll take a pic of my jar tomorrow to see if you can spot the giant marble... Haha
Try HomeSHARE instead. Where students share a piece of writing, math problem or create one together.
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A2 every flop had something to do with tech implementation;learned a lot from constantly troubleshooting and supporting colleagues
A3- So many Online chats, Working with great colleagues and of course taking part with team.
John Hattie on BBC Radio 4: “Homework in primary school has an effect of zero” https://t.co/LaHAvh6hAi
for Stephanie :)
I think the language barrier & culture had a lot to do with it. Learning curve for me too.
A2: Need to do a better job promoting & implementing programs! Need to start earlier and pump the program up
I drive a lot for work, and so it's nice to learn from the comfort of the "home office"
I am going to have to look into this for next year. And if more students have technology at home.
- thanks for being here tonight Emile!
Love Hattie's work. Thanks for sharing!
please do! Great way to bring a smile to Thursday!
Someone to help only a Tweet away! ;)
Oh Q4 will be up in a Min! Hands down best part of a Twitter chat is the interaction you are each creating. Woot woot!
A3 best PD was the collaboration we set up at our school through - I also did Google certification and few webinars
Most definitely! Looking forward to the next Toronto chez !
Allowing time for diversions & distractions, making errors along the way. Not always easy process! https://t.co/SIjzV93VFD
So agree Accepting the process to be long when Ss take ownership.
Making errors and reflecting. Learned lots from Ss.
That is so true! PLN has sent links, pushed my thinking & called me 2 attempt new things! learning https://t.co/ssm9NzUjQt
Someone to help only a Tweet away! ;)
Dylan Smith from Ottawa, saying hello to everyone.
A3: I have had the great privilege of being inspired by and learning w/ on critical thinking and so much more
Hi , I'm Leslie, an Ontarian in Mty, MX, and I'm lurking around. I didn't know Ontario had its own edchat! Cool! :)
- great to see you pop in Dylan. Hope your year has been fantastic!
Q3: Hands down the best PD I did was with a few months ago. I have his talk echoing in my head each day to inspire me
Best learning partnership giving teachers the leadership to learn.
A3 I was also really lucky to lead a webinar for through and be interviewed by for her show !
awesome! Certification is one my list of
-WONDERFUL to see you here Leslie. We do! Share whenever/however you can: encourages you to do so! :)
Q4: I urged all Ts to set up Twitter accounts and tweet about the great things happening in their classrooms. It is a major hit!
A4: Risk maybe providing online games & resourcesfor students to use.We are low in tech:student so whole class use rarely happened
A4: Use of a 21st century classroom including Smartboard, Airplay with student devices accessing to share, and movable furniture
Given governments tendency to constantly waste, lie & cheat... why do we trust them to educate our kids?
A4: I started using with my students and introduced them to .
A4: Introducing in schools, hein ?
A4: Was able to purchase a variety of robotics a part of a inquiry project thru ! Learning alongside Ss!
is definitely an inspirational educator!
A4: I launched a podcast this year, and have had lots of technical hurdles, having fun thought! https://t.co/g4mmnqjQ6J
A4: , , , , I will try just about any tech once. Ss blogging for authentic audience was a big win.
Awesome! Love for my K-5 students
Got my part 1 and working on Part 2 right now! We should be study buddies! brings Ppl together!
A4: Learning how to code. The journey continues.
A4 : I launched a 20 day Twitter challenge in october
Started
with colleague
Both awesome exp
A4- Took a risk with and Google My Maps. Lots of spatial reasoning.
A3: I was lucky enough to go to 's conference in SF, CA. Great keynotes and sessions there. Year 2 of Twitter for me.
A4 Biggest risk w tech this year: Having my students facilitate a GHO for on our ConnectED Class https://t.co/6ZAHmNIQCm
Oh dear. So into moderating that I forgot to answer myself. Flop count goes up :).
my Grade 5 daughter enjoyed working online on a collaborative Powerpoint project last night with a friend, as ADSB uses Office 365
That's fantastic! Sharing the great learning! https://t.co/2qpLssQ2UX
Q4: I urged all Ts to set up Twitter accounts and tweet about the great things happening in their classrooms. It is a major hit!
This graphic is very eye-pleasing!
A4 risk I took with was deciding to be a lead learner on staff and then sharing formally and informally with colleagues
It hasn't been easy since we have 30 minute periods but I gave it my best shot.
A4: I barely made it past augmentation (SAMR) with using - I can assess my Ss quickly & re-teach where necessary!
A4: Experimented with student blogs, found new ways to invite tech into personalized learning opportunities, Mystery Skype
A2: I probably tried too many things at the same time, and lacked follow through on a few items. I forgive myself though.
This will be a GREAT chat to storify - keep using so we catch every bit of info :) Super awesome reflections going on here.
I'm sure your students loved it! You have to start somewhere!
Looking to connect my Ss into this next year! Lots of potential.
A1: My year is over, but we start earlier than ON, so don't be sad. Grad is tmrw. Class and S blogs, memes very fun.
A4: As I'll be going back to Occasional Teaching in the fall, I'll be looking for ways to use tech as often as possible.
Exactly! We can start fresh in September, right?
Q1 Hard2choose! Loved 's Equity presentation! 's conference was brilliant, & aiding in any Ss growth!
Can you share more about Mystery Skype? I'm intrigued!
I am always around, is this the regular time for ? :)
Q5 is up in minute - keep going where you can with whomever you are talking w/ - we learn better together!
A4- and connected students online with experts for feedback.
So important to be kind to yourself - every opportunity, even if not followed through on, leads to development!
A3: The best I did this year was attend the conference hosted by and .
- thanks for joining in tonight! We are grateful for your voice in helping us all learn
When I am on my computer and not my phone, I will send you a great link to help guide you
Yes! This is r last chat 4 this school year, yet we'll be back together in September! Great topics ahead https://t.co/JPz5CnVfMc
I am always around, is this the regular time for ? :)
Q5: Learning alongside the Coop student = Invite student voice- Listen-Reflect…next steps
Love that!
Learning is always in style, when kindness to self is upheld https://t.co/gMcaz50Zxo
So important to be kind to yourself - every opportunity, even if not followed through on, leads to development!
Hey Noa! How many calls did you try? We did a few GHOs this year and Ss had mixed reviews.
Sorry folks, just got home from schools fun fair.. Long day, need a shower! Have an awesome rest of the school year!
Congratulations! If you had it to do over again would you make the same decision?
- thanks for even checking in Jason :) Take time for you and the fam! You do such amazing things for your Ss.
As a mod I always wondered if I should answer myself. Is that too weird? lol Def not a flop!
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A3 the best PD experience was hands down the Council of Ontario Drama and Dance Educators Conference
A5- Too many moments all year, the perseverance at problem solving. Learning alongside the Ss.
https://t.co/3h8cYN6Uxk via
Take a moment to watch this clip...I love how it reads us to continue the journey, learning..
A5: The cellular respiration script writing and acting was a brand of amusing that I absolutely did not expect. Lots of lols!
A5: When you tap into that thing that lights them up and they get it or become more open to learning- makes everything worth it
Have you tried GHOs via ?
A5 most memorable moments have been working with Ss who are 'difficult' for some of my colleagues and getting surprising results
A5: Observing primary Ss and intermediate Ss working together to create, problem solve, explore in library Makerspace...priceless!
. So many great moments. Start with relationships and you'll have a lot of great memories at the end of the semester!
A5: Observing Ss collaborate in a class that had completely changed its learning space
. Yes, sir! They are wonderful. We got in on Canopy Meg and Travis Steffens. Biodiversity was goal.
A5: Watching students's faces light up when discovering cool features, playing , ,
A5: Hearing my students be able to read & their pride in themselves; their disappointment when math is "over" for the day.
love it when students are talking, not the teacher.
A3: Cross-panel meetings for school tech leaders in my superintendency led to rich discussions, cross-pollination
A5: The first time I took a class out for a neighbourhood walk - got to know a bunch of Ss so quickly outside of the classroom.
Q6 in a minute - so inspiring to see great memorable moments focused on S learning and inclusive/safe learning spaces.
This is awesome Michelle. Thanks for sharing :)
A3 I also attended the teacher's Institute on parliamentary democracy this year in Ottawa;was exceptional PD to say the least
Really great to see them grow so much and develop their 6C's!
A5: Teaching young ones brings so many memorable moments as improvement & change are so dramatic over the year.
It is amazing how much student / teacher relationships factor into the success of learning.
A6: Get messy in some tech, savour reading I haven’t gotten to yet, develop new BOBs- teaching new grade next yr for 1st time
A5: Primary & intermediate Ss collaborating to create, problem solve & explore in library Makerspace! https://t.co/bVU8oMVwYc
A5: academy awards, red plastic table cloth on floor & gingerale 4 digital story showcase - laugher, tears, celebration
- is curiosity one of those Cs? I am working with 7 ... Bit of an extension of :)
A6: I just registered for an AQ course (IICT part 2) as well as an course. Plus meetups.
A6: Hopefully lots of reading & p/j math part 2 aq. Most certainly rest, relaxation & my children.
A6: Reading some of 's work to prepare for my new role. Joining Twitter chats. Running to clear my mind.
A6- Reading books and online blogs. Following PL online over the summer from around the world on twitter.
A6: Goal-setting & planning for an uncertain year-ahead. I.e. moving between boards, "starting on bottom of the list" etc.
A6: Reading, building my website joelmclean.ca and Twitter chats. Oh, and some contract work to build tools for principals
A6 Want to really dig into and explore VPD (Virtual PD) for teachers with a real focus on connecting w preservice and beginning Ts
A6 : Reading blogs, , Writing blog posts, watching videos, is my PD plan.
A6: ETFO summer academy workshops, tech conference and Book Club!
A6 : Oh and, i almost forgot, a little golf won't hurt my PD :)
A5. Being lucky enough to witness a student's unexpected action of kindness obliterate a moment of sorrow.
If you need some inspiration... look to & his project... kept the convo going all summer? :)
Q7: Goal is to implement next year!
Love the images for this chat! Great idea!
- life/work/harmony - that's what reminds now and then :)
A7 : I learned so much just by listening or reading tweets or blogs. And i never got a grade. Let's take that in the classrooms.
Sounds really interesting !
- again, thanks for being here Leslie. We will be sure to let you know when we start again.
I'll be joining u with similar goals, as well as competing project rooted in Ministry Doc.
A6 continued work with eqao assessment development, facilitating board-level PD sessions and a ton of reading!
such a cross-curricular game..phys ed, math, science, language (good & bad), social studies/history! ;)
How valuable that will be to our profession! https://t.co/XL9BifA7wn
A6 Want to really dig into and explore VPD (Virtual PD) for teachers with a real focus on connecting w preservice and beginning Ts
Thanks for the gr8 chat! Look forward to continuing in the Fall! Happy summer everyone!
I like to put curiosity in "Learning to learn".
