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pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:30 PM EST

It's 8:30 on a Wednesday. Time for #txed. Paul here from Richmond, TX. Who else is joining us tonight?

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:30 PM EST

Alright y'all, time for #TXed Take this time to introduce yourself

Bstamm00 Jan 27 @ 9:30 PM EST

It's 830 friends! #TXed time! Who's in tonight! Brett from Fort Worth is here!

Bstamm00 Jan 27 @ 9:31 PM EST

@pwagnerlcisd @PrincipalOgg Surround sound! #txed

jodiforeman Jan 27 @ 9:31 PM EST

Jodi from Katy,TX. Finally have time for #txed and my pln. I have missed it!

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:31 PM EST

Howdy, Michael from Brenham. Hope everyone is doing great #TXed

MikeP_CDWG Jan 27 @ 9:31 PM EST

Mike from Chicago back and excited to be here AND for #TCEA16 next week #TXed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:32 PM EST

@MikeP_CDWG Great you can join us Mike. Maybe we will cross paths next week. #txed

Bstamm00 Jan 27 @ 9:32 PM EST

@MikeP_CDWG Welcome back Mike! #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:33 PM EST

Our #txed discussion tonight is based on this article: https://t.co/xSQsIB0aVZ Please take a moment to read it.

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:33 PM EST

Howdy Michael, glad you could join us again. Hope the weather is ok there. #TXed https://t.co/XSgiGAh2kT

MikeP_CDWG Jan 27 @ 9:31 PM EST

Mike from Chicago back and excited to be here AND for #TCEA16 next week #TXed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:33 PM EST

@jodiforeman Hi Jodi! It's great to see you. #txed

MikeP_CDWG Jan 27 @ 9:33 PM EST

@pwagnerlcisd I hope so! #txed

j_rodricks1 Jan 27 @ 9:35 PM EST

Hi guys, Jeannette here! Math/Science IC from Katy, TX #txed

jodiforeman Jan 27 @ 9:35 PM EST

@pwagnerlcisd It is a great article. I'd wear the list on a tshirt. #txed

JoReeding Jan 27 @ 9:35 PM EST

#TXed I'mJoAnne, a school librarian in Houston. #txed

JoReeding Jan 27 @ 9:35 PM EST

#TXed I'mJoAnne, a school librarian in Houston. #txed

Bstamm00 Jan 27 @ 9:35 PM EST

Quiet night! #txed is set to go! Join us for some great #edchat! #moedchat #leadupchat

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:35 PM EST

@j_rodricks1 Hi Jeannette! Glad you can join us tonight. #txed Looking foward to Feb. 10 and your topic!

Bstamm00 Jan 27 @ 9:36 PM EST

@j_rodricks1 Welcome! Glad you're here! #txed

j_rodricks1 Jan 27 @ 9:36 PM EST

@pwagnerlcisd me too! Excited to moderate on 2/10! #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:36 PM EST

@JoReeding Glad you can join us tonight JoAnne! #txed

j_rodricks1 Jan 27 @ 9:36 PM EST

@Bstamm00 thanks Brett, how's it going? #txed

jodiforeman Jan 27 @ 9:36 PM EST

@j_rodricks1 hints on the topic? #txed

Bstamm00 Jan 27 @ 9:36 PM EST

@JoReeding Welcome to #txed JoAnne! What part of Houston?

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:37 PM EST

@jodiforeman @j_rodricks1 I think we should keep her guessing... #txed

TXEDMod - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:37 PM EST

Question 1 is coming up! #TXed

Bstamm00 Jan 27 @ 9:37 PM EST

@j_rodricks1 @pwagnerlcisd We are pumped, too! #txed

j_rodricks1 Jan 27 @ 9:37 PM EST

@pwagnerlcisd @ @jodiforeman I agree, after tonight hints will be coming #txed way

MikeP_CDWG Jan 27 @ 9:37 PM EST

The article has such a great mix of new and ongoing challenges for Ts. Number 6 has always been my Achilles heel #TXed

jodiforeman Jan 27 @ 9:38 PM EST

@j_rodricks1 @pwagnerlcisd ok- I'll be patient. for now... #txed

TXEDMod - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:38 PM EST

Q1: Besides Twitter, what are your favorite professional/social media platforms for info and making connections? #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:38 PM EST

Hey a Clue game. I like it #TXed https://t.co/aFluoAw6M1

j_rodricks1 Jan 27 @ 9:37 PM EST

@pwagnerlcisd @ @jodiforeman I agree, after tonight hints will be coming #txed way

jodiforeman Jan 27 @ 9:39 PM EST

A1- just started following some teachers on instagram and getting interesting ideas and resources. #txed

j_rodricks1 Jan 27 @ 9:39 PM EST

A1: BLOGS, usually from people I follow on twitter & that leads me to voxer to continue convos #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:39 PM EST

#edchat #tlap #leadupchat #TXed https://t.co/bbvRvQawEU

TXEDMod - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:38 PM EST

Q1: Besides Twitter, what are your favorite professional/social media platforms for info and making connections? #TXed

knikole Jan 27 @ 9:39 PM EST

Kids are finally in bed...ready to "play" with my #txed friends! Hello!!!

MikeP_CDWG Jan 27 @ 9:39 PM EST

A1 LinkedIn has become a great resource in many ways #TXed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:39 PM EST

A1: I see some good stuff from Microsoft's Innovative Educator stuff. #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:40 PM EST

A1-Twitter is my main source, but taking the time to follow certain blogs and Facebook pages #TXed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:40 PM EST

@knikole hi Knikole. Did you do your homework??? #txed https://t.co/xSQsIBhMkz

jodiforeman Jan 27 @ 9:40 PM EST

@knikole My hubby still can't believe that I find this "work" so much fun, and invigorating. #txed

Bstamm00 Jan 27 @ 9:41 PM EST

Same for me of late. Blogs have been where I've spent my time. @feedly is a great resource for this.#txed https://t.co/549UpPrWn1

j_rodricks1 Jan 27 @ 9:39 PM EST

A1: BLOGS, usually from people I follow on twitter & that leads me to voxer to continue convos #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:41 PM EST

@MikeP_CDWG I am on LinkedIn but I severely under-use it. I just can't seem to find time for everything. #txed

knikole Jan 27 @ 9:41 PM EST

A1 I loooove @voxer. I liked it, but @EdCampVoxer set my Voxing heart on fire. #txed https://t.co/9v36HxALKl

TXEDMod - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:38 PM EST

Q1: Besides Twitter, what are your favorite professional/social media platforms for info and making connections? #TXed

knikole Jan 27 @ 9:41 PM EST

@pwagnerlcisd Of course....hehe hehe #txed

j_rodricks1 Jan 27 @ 9:41 PM EST

@jodiforeman @knikole I know right, mine either! #nerdalert #txed

EdCampVoxer Jan 27 @ 9:41 PM EST

@knikole @voxer @TXEDMod thanks so much, Knikole! #txed

Bstamm00 Jan 27 @ 9:41 PM EST

@knikole Glad you're here! #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:41 PM EST

I also utilize both Feedly and Flipboard to follow bloggers. #txed

j_rodricks1 Jan 27 @ 9:42 PM EST

@Bstamm00 @feedly Thanks for the tip, that app is a brilliant idea! #txed

theignitEDteach Jan 27 @ 9:42 PM EST

Join the #urbanedchat tomorrow at 8pm-9pm EST! #dojochat #txed #educolor #sobtc #elemmathchat #edchat https://t.co/7zIWDacPog

jodiforeman Jan 27 @ 9:42 PM EST

@pwagnerlcisd There is 2 I haven't heard about. Sliding to my collections list now. Apps or website? #txed

Bstamm00 Jan 27 @ 9:43 PM EST

@j_rodricks1 @feedly It has helped me clean out my e-mail of all the subscriptions! I get a nifty extension notification & I read more #txed

MikeP_CDWG Jan 27 @ 9:43 PM EST

@pwagnerlcisd Understandable, it's evolved and become much more user friendly. You can also share/Tweet direct to Twitter via LI #txed

j_rodricks1 Jan 27 @ 9:43 PM EST

@knikole @voxer I agree, @edcampvoxer was amazing! #txed

j_rodricks1 Jan 27 @ 9:43 PM EST

@Bstamm00 @feedly Thanks, downloading it NOW! #txed #mreALLin

Bstamm00 Jan 27 @ 9:44 PM EST

@pwagnerlcisd Now that Zite is gone, I've been playing more with Flipboard. #txed I need to follow you there!

EdCampVoxer Jan 27 @ 9:44 PM EST

@j_rodricks1 @knikole @voxer many thanks, Jeannette! #txed

knikole Jan 27 @ 9:44 PM EST

@pwagnerlcisd You're missing out. I use it for on the spot feedback...notes to self...collaboration w others #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:44 PM EST

@jodiforeman I view from the app but to start easier to set up thru website, especially if you already have list of blogs you follow. #txed

jodiforeman Jan 27 @ 9:45 PM EST

@pwagnerlcisd Thanks. I can start working on that in about 45 minutes. #txed :)

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:45 PM EST

@Bstamm00 I still miss Zite...that was my favorite. #bitter #txed

MLunoff Jan 27 @ 9:45 PM EST

@pwagnerlcisd Same here. There's more social media besides Twitter?!?!? #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:45 PM EST

@jodiforeman hahaaaaa. Love it! #txed

TXEDMod - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:46 PM EST

Question 2 is coming up! #TXed

jodiforeman Jan 27 @ 9:46 PM EST

#txed #fielderpd Looks like a great opp to learn! https://t.co/EN4MiiNKCx

tonyvincent Jan 27 @ 9:20 PM EST

📺 Catch the first episode of Ninja Academy with @TechNinjaTodd: https://t.co/QY5hhSRW8G He talks about @ChatterPixIt @Nuzzel & @Voxer.

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:46 PM EST

So I've heard @MLunoff...so I've heard. #txed https://t.co/hPOSyOUs0G

MLunoff Jan 27 @ 9:45 PM EST

@pwagnerlcisd Same here. There's more social media besides Twitter?!?!? #txed

Bstamm00 Jan 27 @ 9:46 PM EST

Me, too. #txed https://t.co/fmWZve03kh

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:45 PM EST

@Bstamm00 I still miss Zite...that was my favorite. #bitter #txed

mandymtaylor Jan 27 @ 9:46 PM EST

#txed Just found this chat! Tx people!!

TXEDMod - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:47 PM EST

Q2: Besides Twitter, what are your go to places to locate new resources and learn how to use these resources? #TXed

j_rodricks1 Jan 27 @ 9:47 PM EST

@mandymtaylor Yes, lots of TX people! I've learned so much from this group, invite others... jump on in! #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:47 PM EST

@mandymtaylor Hi Mandy! Glad you found us. #txed

Bstamm00 Jan 27 @ 9:47 PM EST

@mandymtaylor Every Wednesday evening! Welcome Mandy! #txed

jodiforeman Jan 27 @ 9:47 PM EST

@mandymtaylor Welcome! Join in. #txed great group and great ideas.

j_rodricks1 Jan 27 @ 9:48 PM EST

A2: Professional publications like @ASCD @TCM_at_NCTM @educationweek #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:49 PM EST

A2: I would say @Feedly is best for new ideas. From there I go to source for how-to...websites. #txed

oJaison Jan 27 @ 9:49 PM EST

Jumping in late for #TXed. Just finished a really interesting French movie screening!

RafranzDavis Jan 27 @ 9:49 PM EST

A2 I try to learn from other schools as much as possible so my fav learning spots are @OfficeofEdTech @DigitalPromise @ASCD & #MTBoS ##txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:50 PM EST

We have a lot of resources for things like SMART and Promethean on our website. https://t.co/NvuYcnWAvH. #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:50 PM EST

A2-Been using Freely a lot to find article and save them to @Pocket #TXed

Bstamm00 Jan 27 @ 9:50 PM EST

A2: again, @feedly is my go to, but interestingly GoogleNow has been making some amazing suggestions! #txed #stalker

jdeek Jan 27 @ 9:50 PM EST

#TXed A2 - Enjoy learning new things. Found out about @zaption recently and already using it in my lesson today. https://t.co/s50SuNO4mi

oJaison Jan 27 @ 9:50 PM EST

A2: Voxer, Edcamps, and other classrooms. I also go directly to the teachers implementing something when possible. #TXed

jodiforeman Jan 27 @ 9:50 PM EST

A2- after I get a new idea/resource from a blog or twitter, I go to the web and dig deeper/make connections/ask questions. #txed

MLunoff Jan 27 @ 9:50 PM EST

A2 Google Collections & Communities thru Google +. Blogs/vlogs that I follow. Some Facebook pages #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:50 PM EST

@PrincipalOgg I kind of dropped the ball on Pocket too. So many options I don't have time for them all. #findyourfavorite #txed

mandymtaylor Jan 27 @ 9:51 PM EST

A2: I'm a big fan of the @Google. Also, Pinterest gives me a place to start, as long as I can weed through the fluff. #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:51 PM EST

@Flipboard is another nice tool #TXed

MLunoff Jan 27 @ 9:51 PM EST

@Bstamm00 What is Google Now? #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:51 PM EST

@jdeek Welcome Jim! I am a @zaption fan as well. Great for flipped learning. #txed

oJaison Jan 27 @ 9:51 PM EST

A2: Nothing like seeing an idea you're mulling over implemented in person. #TXed

mandymtaylor Jan 27 @ 9:52 PM EST

@pwagnerlcisd Me, too! I love broader chats, but it's nice to hone in on TX issues and resources! #txed

oJaison Jan 27 @ 9:52 PM EST

A2: I read the @EdSurge index and their newsletters when I'm curious about #edtech. #TXed

Bstamm00 Jan 27 @ 9:52 PM EST

@mandymtaylor @google @pintrest is my favorite spot to find the #infographics! #txed

knikole Jan 27 @ 9:52 PM EST

@TXEDMod Edcamp....blogs...other teachers...conferences...great places to learn from others willing to share #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:52 PM EST

Nothing better than getting it first hand from the source @oJaison #txed https://t.co/5p9rOHDwkV

oJaison Jan 27 @ 9:50 PM EST

A2: Voxer, Edcamps, and other classrooms. I also go directly to the teachers implementing something when possible. #TXed

jodiforeman Jan 27 @ 9:52 PM EST

@oJaison Actually talking to the T implementing a great idea is wonderful. Wish we had more time to visit/talk/see other Ts teaching. #txed

j_rodricks1 Jan 27 @ 9:52 PM EST

@jdeek @zaption Another one for me to look in to! #txed Thanks!

MikeP_CDWG Jan 27 @ 9:52 PM EST

Hey #TXed team something has come up and have to jump but would love to connect at #TCEA16 stop by on Thursday! https://t.co/MoaTAa5qU9

mandymtaylor Jan 27 @ 9:52 PM EST

@oJaison As an IC, I get to connect Ts with each other. They love seeing each other in action. #txed #educoach #personalizedPD

knikole Jan 27 @ 9:52 PM EST

A2 Edcamp....blogs...other teachers...conferences...great places to learn from others willing to share #txed

RafranzDavis Jan 27 @ 9:53 PM EST

A2 +I connect with communities from my "tech credential" groups too so I learn in those private G+, facebook & voxer groups too #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:53 PM EST

@mandymtaylor We may be #txed but we don't necessarily focus on TX. We chat about anything and everything.

MLunoff Jan 27 @ 9:53 PM EST

Thanks for reminder! Edcamps are great place to learn & network! #txed https://t.co/sMzK1HUlTy

oJaison Jan 27 @ 9:50 PM EST

A2: Voxer, Edcamps, and other classrooms. I also go directly to the teachers implementing something when possible. #TXed

oJaison Jan 27 @ 9:53 PM EST

A speaker last week mentioned the idea of team visits to campuses. Would be wonderful @jodiforeman #txed

Bstamm00 Jan 27 @ 9:53 PM EST

@MLunoff It's the google app that stalks you, learns ur habits...how you surf, read, move etc., then makes suggestions. #cool #creepy #txed

mandymtaylor Jan 27 @ 9:53 PM EST

@pwagnerlcisd @jdeek I learned about @zaption at the @region13 Library Literacy Summit. Fantastic tool for Ts. #txed #personalizedPD #edtech

j_rodricks1 Jan 27 @ 9:54 PM EST

@jodiforeman @oJaison we've honed in on learning walks & we're seeing amazing things. Ts keep the convo going #txed

jodiforeman Jan 27 @ 9:54 PM EST

@mandymtaylor Love pinterest for ideas, but I keep ending up with 5 school ideas, 10 recipes, and 15 crafts to try. #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:54 PM EST

@j_rodricks1 @jdeek @zaption You will love it. So easy to use. #txed

oJaison Jan 27 @ 9:54 PM EST

A2: I use Slack a bit but not a lot of educators on there yet that I've seen. #TXed

Bstamm00 Jan 27 @ 9:54 PM EST

@knikole It has been too long since I've been to an EdCamp. It's time! #txed

TedHiff Jan 27 @ 9:54 PM EST

@pwagnerlcisd yes @zaption is a great interactive tool #txed https://t.co/2qfys9ukcA

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:51 PM EST

@jdeek Welcome Jim! I am a @zaption fan as well. Great for flipped learning. #txed

RYHTexas Jan 27 @ 9:55 PM EST

Watch @TexasTribune’s symposium where @david_danythony & others discussed widening the HS to college pipeline: https://t.co/5u30eFoeyA #txed

TXEDMod - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:55 PM EST

Question 3 is coming up! #TXed

jodiforeman Jan 27 @ 9:55 PM EST

@j_rodricks1 @oJaison You are in Katy, right? Which school? Maybe my principal can talk to your principal. #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:55 PM EST

@RafranzDavis forget about G+ too. man am I falling behind in my connections... #txed

oJaison Jan 27 @ 9:55 PM EST

@j_rodricks1 @jodiforeman excellent! How often do you get to go on learning walks? How do you decide where to visit? #TXed

knikole Jan 27 @ 9:55 PM EST

@Bstamm00 Join us for @EdcampTABSE 3/05...7:45AM - 12PM in Frisco! #txed

MLunoff Jan 27 @ 9:55 PM EST

@Bstamm00 Umm...ok. You're right. A little creepy. #techtmi #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:56 PM EST

#truth #txed https://t.co/A56ZcMkCYQ

jodiforeman Jan 27 @ 9:54 PM EST

@mandymtaylor Love pinterest for ideas, but I keep ending up with 5 school ideas, 10 recipes, and 15 crafts to try. #txed

TXEDMod - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:56 PM EST

Q3: It is important to be able to say no and not overextend. What are your best methods for saying no without actually saying "no"? #TXed

j_rodricks1 Jan 27 @ 9:56 PM EST

@jodiforeman I'm at @mreALLin with @DebHubble1 In a couple weeks I'm taking my math VT to visit @kisdjre & @MandyWendt #txed It can be done!

oJaison Jan 27 @ 9:56 PM EST

.@knikole @Bstamm00 I second that invitation to @EdcampTABSE Brett so you have no excuse! #TXed

RafranzDavis Jan 27 @ 9:56 PM EST

A3 Lol. I haven't mastered this art form yet! #txed

iPadpalooza Jan 27 @ 9:57 PM EST

Howdy #txed! Got a great mobile learning story to share? Deadline for proposals is Feb. 8! #iplza16 https://t.co/FRv8Xt9MiD

oJaison Jan 27 @ 9:57 PM EST

@mandymtaylor do they get to visit between campuses at all or just in their own school? #TXed

Bstamm00 Jan 27 @ 9:57 PM EST

@oJaison @knikole Frisco is in my neighborhood! Send the wife and kids to IKEA and I go to @EdcampTABSE! #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:57 PM EST

A3-Same here #TXed https://t.co/5ptmzDZE7C

RafranzDavis Jan 27 @ 9:56 PM EST

A3 Lol. I haven't mastered this art form yet! #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:57 PM EST

Kind of in the same boat here... #txed https://t.co/63JUlarhXT

RafranzDavis Jan 27 @ 9:56 PM EST

A3 Lol. I haven't mastered this art form yet! #txed

j_rodricks1 Jan 27 @ 9:57 PM EST

@oJaison @jodiforeman often! Tomorrow my day is full of them, ICs go w/Ts and "whisper in their ear" #txed

knikole Jan 27 @ 9:58 PM EST

A3 I stick to strict schedule and have scheduled late days with a planned agenda for the extra time at work. #txed https://t.co/AIefrKT8Uv

TXEDMod - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:56 PM EST

Q3: It is important to be able to say no and not overextend. What are your best methods for saying no without actually saying "no"? #TXed

oJaison Jan 27 @ 9:58 PM EST

A3: I offer to help them find a way to get it done without my direct input. #TXed

knikole Jan 27 @ 9:58 PM EST

@Bstamm00 @oJaison @EdcampTABSE That sounds like a GREAT plan! #txed

MLunoff Jan 27 @ 9:58 PM EST

A3 I agree w/@RafranzDavis! Tough to do! Esp when you want to model collaboration #txed

jodiforeman Jan 27 @ 9:58 PM EST

A3- not good at "no" but am getting better. I have to remember my time is important to me and my family. #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:58 PM EST

A3: In my position as Instructional Tech. I try to team Ts together to see if they can work on projects together. #txed #trainonce

knikole Jan 27 @ 9:58 PM EST

@RafranzDavis No! Maybe I should pitch a cyber fit. Will that work? #txed

j_rodricks1 Jan 27 @ 9:59 PM EST

@RafranzDavis ditto! #txed ... but I could say, "I think we could give this opportunity to ____, so they can showcase ___ skills?! #txed

j_rodricks1 Jan 27 @ 9:59 PM EST

@RafranzDavis ditto! #txed ... but I could say, "I think we could give this opportunity to ____, so they can showcase ___ skills?! #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jan 27 @ 9:59 PM EST

A3-I guess you need to be open, let others know what you are currently working on. #TXed

oJaison Jan 27 @ 9:59 PM EST

A3: Also I don't like the idea of saying no without saying no. I say what I mean. #TXed

SteveWyborney Jan 27 @ 10:00 PM EST

The Power of Stepping Into Each Other's Classrooms https://t.co/OCL9p95wln #txed #edbeat #nebedchat #sblchat #dtk12chat #principallife

RafranzDavis Jan 27 @ 10:00 PM EST

@j_rodricks1 I do that frequently! #txed

knikole Jan 27 @ 10:00 PM EST

@RafranzDavis Okay. I'll see you there...planning to catch you and @NicolRHoward. Excited! #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 10:01 PM EST

Maybe you don't say no...you say not right now. #txed

knikole Jan 27 @ 10:01 PM EST

A3 My "no" usually says I can't right now, but I can try to get to it later. #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 10:01 PM EST

@oJaison That is a great point, Jaison. Be straight-forward and let them know you can't do it right now. #txed

oJaison Jan 27 @ 10:02 PM EST

A3: I'm very open about what I'm working on. If I'm saying no people know why. #txed

jodiforeman Jan 27 @ 10:03 PM EST

Putting the growth mindset "power of Yet" to saying no... "I can't do that yet." #txed

Bstamm00 Jan 27 @ 10:03 PM EST

@pwagnerlcisd @oJaison I like that, too. Important to differentiate between "no" & "not now" as well. #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 10:03 PM EST

@oJaison Most TsI work with know how hard I work as well. If I say no they understand I really don't have time. I don't say it often. #txed

TXEDMod - Moderator Jan 27 @ 10:04 PM EST

Question 4 is coming up! #TXed

aaron_hogan Jan 27 @ 10:04 PM EST

"The Questioner and the Doubter" https://t.co/BHFs6tbeTV #txed #ohedchat #educoach #mbedchat

TXEDMod - Moderator Jan 27 @ 10:05 PM EST

Q4: How do you celebrate diversity in your classroom/school? How can we use that diversity as tools to help learn about others? #TXed

oJaison Jan 27 @ 10:05 PM EST

As long as you're willing to say "I don't want to" when it applies #TXed https://t.co/jGJshPcaHV

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jan 27 @ 10:05 PM EST

All about relationship you build with you team #TXed https://t.co/9nkDMT8OnI

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 10:03 PM EST

@oJaison Most TsI work with know how hard I work as well. If I say no they understand I really don't have time. I don't say it often. #txed

jdeek Jan 27 @ 10:05 PM EST

#txed A3 - I never say no to any request but that it might take a little longer than what they expect.

j_rodricks1 Jan 27 @ 10:06 PM EST

A4: Our wonderful AP @kecarr created a Diversity Wall. We have a pic of a fam & where they are from + a QR code w/ a story about them #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 10:06 PM EST

@j_rodricks1 @kecarr what a great idea! #txed

j_rodricks1 Jan 27 @ 10:07 PM EST

A4: Also, some of our Ts have show & tells, but so that kids can share personal things about themselves.. sports they play, fav books #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 10:08 PM EST

The atmosphere you have in your room/school will effect the diversity aspect greatly. Must be open, not judgmental. #txed

JoReeding Jan 27 @ 10:08 PM EST

A3 Love this question.I'm absolutely terrible at it.When I do say no,I sound abrupt.I'm at school way too long and home time shrinks. #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jan 27 @ 10:08 PM EST

A4-Talk about the the unique talents we all have. Show how putting those of talents together can solve problems #TXed

jodiforeman Jan 27 @ 10:08 PM EST

A4- we have two-way immersion programs at the school. They work with PTA to host international night celebrating diversity. #txed .

j_rodricks1 Jan 27 @ 10:08 PM EST

A4: and one more way, to build a family wall...pics of kids up, you are our family #txed @mreALLin https://t.co/iuOYwzkj15

knikole Jan 27 @ 10:08 PM EST

A4 ...by making meaningful connections w differences of students through day to day instruction and interactions #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jan 27 @ 10:09 PM EST

Post a pic one day! #TXed https://t.co/fCmzulF6YH

j_rodricks1 Jan 27 @ 10:06 PM EST

A4: Our wonderful AP @kecarr created a Diversity Wall. We have a pic of a fam & where they are from + a QR code w/ a story about them #txed

jodiforeman Jan 27 @ 10:09 PM EST

@j_rodricks1 @kecarr Ms. Carr is one of my all time favs! #txed

Bstamm00 Jan 27 @ 10:09 PM EST

A4: service projects are huge here too. It get kids outside of their own world & see that the world doesn't revolve around them. #txed

JoReeding Jan 27 @ 10:10 PM EST

A4 A library with plenty of diverse characters helps. Fortunately, books are trending to more books with more diverse characters. #txed

jodiforeman Jan 27 @ 10:10 PM EST

Our student council does a lot of projects for the community and world. Brings the Ss and Ts together to discuss and support. #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 10:10 PM EST

It is amazing how a little time to make connections can gain you so much. #txed

j_rodricks1 Jan 27 @ 10:11 PM EST

@PrincipalOgg will do, tomorrow! I guess I don't have one on my cell now. Do you @kecarr ? #txed

j_rodricks1 Jan 27 @ 10:11 PM EST

@jodiforeman @kecarr I know right!? #txed Mine too!

Bstamm00 Jan 27 @ 10:12 PM EST

And making sure that kids are exposed to them! #txed https://t.co/UQHHu49Ek9

JoReeding Jan 27 @ 10:10 PM EST

A4 A library with plenty of diverse characters helps. Fortunately, books are trending to more books with more diverse characters. #txed

EvanPayneGCISD Jan 27 @ 10:12 PM EST

A short video that explains the Iowa caucuses: https://t.co/iPeRU1JvZ9 #GCISDhumanities #TXed #edchat #politicalrace #UShistory #K12

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jan 27 @ 10:12 PM EST

@Freemanboysmom is going to take the PK to our neighbors and do a service project for them. #TXed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 10:13 PM EST

Utilize diversity by finding what Ss are good at. Make him/her an expert in your room. Build confidence. Take risks, learn together. #txed

TXEDMod - Moderator Jan 27 @ 10:13 PM EST

Question 5 is coming up! #TXed

j_rodricks1 Jan 27 @ 10:13 PM EST

A4: lots of our T's have flexible seating, pick what works for you! #txed @TeamSmith_1st @dismukesclass https://t.co/Q96Wo9dkJ9

TeamSmith_1st Jan 26 @ 11:26 AM EST

Smith's first grade Mavs are so excited about our new seating! Can't wait to get our Hokki chairs too! #mreALLin https://t.co/51KfWdySsz

oJaison Jan 27 @ 10:13 PM EST

Stepped away for a sec. Curious to see the answers people posted to Q4! #TXed

mandymtaylor Jan 27 @ 10:14 PM EST

@oJaison This year, our district hired an Instructional Coach at every elementary school. Great for building relationships! #txed

TXEDMod - Moderator Jan 27 @ 10:14 PM EST

Q5: Besides Twitter, what platform/courses do you use to continue your life-long learning? Is there a course you wish was offered? #TXed

oJaison Jan 27 @ 10:14 PM EST

A4: I ask students about their experiences and acknowledge. Even if I think they come from a similar background I'm often surprised. #TXed

mandymtaylor Jan 27 @ 10:15 PM EST

@TXEDMod It's simple, but anything by @HeinemannPD @HeinemannPub is in my @amazon cart and/or on my nightstand! #personalizedPD #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 10:15 PM EST

A5: Moodle was what we used years ago. It kind of fell by the wayside. OneNote/Office365 is a great platform for sharing. #txed

oJaison Jan 27 @ 10:16 PM EST

What kinds of talents do people have that's discussed in your school? Anything stick out? #TXed https://t.co/H0jGRtWPEb

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jan 27 @ 10:08 PM EST

A4-Talk about the the unique talents we all have. Show how putting those of talents together can solve problems #TXed

MLunoff Jan 27 @ 10:16 PM EST

A5 Edcamps, tech conferences, GHOs on air. Wish I could go to a course on Minecraft or coding #txed

oJaison Jan 27 @ 10:16 PM EST

What comes from those immersion programs? #txed https://t.co/fvQbD2CWZz

jodiforeman Jan 27 @ 10:08 PM EST

A4- we have two-way immersion programs at the school. They work with PTA to host international night celebrating diversity. #txed .

knikole Jan 27 @ 10:16 PM EST

@PrincipalOgg Sounds like "Pirate Day". I REALLY want to have one on our campus in the spring. #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 10:17 PM EST

Khan Academy and iTunes has quite you can utilize. We tried Atomic Learning but it was not utilized near enough for what it cost. #txed

RafranzDavis Jan 27 @ 10:17 PM EST

A5 Didn't we answer this already? #txed

j_rodricks1 Jan 27 @ 10:17 PM EST

A5: @HCDEtx @Region4ESC @NCTM @CAMTtweets courses, but professional reading counts too! Just finished my AEL... amazing stuff there! #txed

Bstamm00 Jan 27 @ 10:17 PM EST

A5: began a #30dayhustle working on becoming Google Certified Educator. Working through the first level. #txed

oJaison Jan 27 @ 10:17 PM EST

Be vary wary of this. Many "diverse" books are NOT written by authors from "diverse" backgrounds #TXed https://t.co/9Xm7hBd2R6

JoReeding Jan 27 @ 10:10 PM EST

A4 A library with plenty of diverse characters helps. Fortunately, books are trending to more books with more diverse characters. #txed

knikole Jan 27 @ 10:18 PM EST

A5 Not really a "course", but I always find time to study a good book....always a few going at a time #txed

oJaison Jan 27 @ 10:18 PM EST

Love this. What kinds of service projects do you do? #TXed https://t.co/dxk8kx57A0

Bstamm00 Jan 27 @ 10:09 PM EST

A4: service projects are huge here too. It get kids outside of their own world & see that the world doesn't revolve around them. #txed

jodiforeman Jan 27 @ 10:18 PM EST

@oJaison Ss are taught in both English and Spanish. Some Ss are native English speakers/some native Spanish. #txed .

j_rodricks1 Jan 27 @ 10:18 PM EST

@MLunoff YES, I love how edcamps are popping up all over TX! #edcampkaty #txed @EdCampNavasota is 2/27!

jodiforeman Jan 27 @ 10:19 PM EST

@oJaison Goal is fluent in both languages by junior high and it is working. #txed

oJaison Jan 27 @ 10:19 PM EST

Need to hurry up and take these Google Certified Educator tests. #TXed

j_rodricks1 Jan 27 @ 10:19 PM EST

@Bstamm00 let me know how it goes, I'd like to pick your brain about this. Maybe via voxer? @j_rodricks1 #txed

oJaison Jan 27 @ 10:19 PM EST

A5: I go to Khan Academy to review strategies for math specifically. And the badges don't hurt! #TXed

Bstamm00 Jan 27 @ 10:19 PM EST

@oJaison They range from local food banks to aide organizations abroad. Study of culture, work & benefit is always included. #txed

knikole Jan 27 @ 10:20 PM EST

@Bstamm00 Sounds interesting. Please tell me more about your hustle. #txed

oJaison Jan 27 @ 10:20 PM EST

A5: I've been thinking about different certifications and acknowledgements I could pursue for branding/credibility purposes. #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jan 27 @ 10:20 PM EST

@oJaison we are having our students team up to research topics or solve challenges we might give them #TXed https://t.co/zOYRD5Q3Hk

MLunoff Jan 27 @ 10:20 PM EST

@j_rodricks1 @EdCampNavasota I'll have to keep those on my radar! #txed

oJaison Jan 27 @ 10:20 PM EST

A5: I play with CodeCademy courses and I just went to a Ruby coding crash course tonight #TXed

jodiforeman Jan 27 @ 10:21 PM EST

@oJaison the TX Gt certification is a good one, but I am a little biased. #txed

knikole Jan 27 @ 10:21 PM EST

@oJaison Me. Too. I was aiming for winter break, but enjoyed family time instead. #txed

j_rodricks1 Jan 27 @ 10:21 PM EST

Check this out @jharri1 @CUreading #txed https://t.co/jYzbpEyDlS

oJaison Jan 27 @ 10:20 PM EST

A5: I play with CodeCademy courses and I just went to a Ruby coding crash course tonight #TXed

KarPaugh Jan 27 @ 10:21 PM EST

the TX Gt certification is a good one, but I am a little biased. #txed https://t.co/H6KXMxI334 https://t.co/AkxYEUfO0B

craigbrownphd Jan 27 @ 10:21 PM EST

Verizon is building for the Super Bowl and staying for the boom: Verizon Wireless is inst... https://t.co/c6UZ1qP963 #Enterprise #CIO #IT

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 10:21 PM EST

Microsoft and Google certifications are a great way to go. I just can't seem to find time to do it. #txed

Bstamm00 Jan 27 @ 10:21 PM EST

@j_rodricks1 I'm game! Need to make @voxer a part of my regular learning & collaboration. I'll find you & shoot a message in the AM #txed

TXEDMod - Moderator Jan 27 @ 10:22 PM EST

Question 6 is coming up! #TXed

Fearless_Teach Jan 27 @ 10:22 PM EST

A5: I have enjoyed learning with others via webinars from @ASCD. Recent topic of teacher leadership...Got some excellent ideas! #txed

Bstamm00 Jan 27 @ 10:22 PM EST

@oJaison my kids got into #hourofcode this year. I've enjoyed learning with them! #txed

oJaison Jan 27 @ 10:22 PM EST

A5: I've had my eye on one of the Khan Academy coding courses too... #TXed

TXEDMod - Moderator Jan 27 @ 10:23 PM EST

Q6: The 1st 5 Qs talk about how we stay connected. It is important to get away from it all for your sanity. How do you disconnect? #TXed

oJaison Jan 27 @ 10:23 PM EST

@knikole I signed up to take the Google Level 1 exam over Christmas and missed the deadline by a day :( #TXed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 10:23 PM EST

@oJaison how do you find the time for it all? I just can't keep up. #txed

knikole Jan 27 @ 10:23 PM EST

@Bstamm00 @oJaison My kiddos at home are really into coding too. They're "teaching" their mom. Love it! #txed

knikole Jan 27 @ 10:23 PM EST

@oJaison Oh, no! Have you rescheduled? #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jan 27 @ 10:23 PM EST

Same here. They did not want to stop #TXed https://t.co/pM2V25ABNH

Bstamm00 Jan 27 @ 10:22 PM EST

@oJaison my kids got into #hourofcode this year. I've enjoyed learning with them! #txed

oJaison Jan 27 @ 10:23 PM EST

@mjjohnson1216 I feel prepared for level 1. Need to go ahead and take it but I let the time lapse last time. I'll set a day soon. #TXed

Bstamm00 Jan 27 @ 10:24 PM EST

@knikole Looked at each of the levels of the certification training. and broke it down over a couple months. Set aside calendar time. #txed

oJaison Jan 27 @ 10:24 PM EST

A5: I don't know anything about Microsoft certifications. Does anyone do them? #TXed https://t.co/AGwxLFvlPI

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 10:21 PM EST

Microsoft and Google certifications are a great way to go. I just can't seem to find time to do it. #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 10:24 PM EST

Anything outdoors. Our family LOVES to camp. We try to go at least one weekend a month. #txed

RafranzDavis Jan 27 @ 10:24 PM EST

A6 I hit the corner "x", or just "sign off" #txed

knikole Jan 27 @ 10:24 PM EST

@Bstamm00 Great plan! Are you starting with Level 1 like me? #txed

oJaison Jan 27 @ 10:24 PM EST

@knikole not yet. I'll get around to it. I need to plan for studying again because I'm sure I forgot most of the stuff lol #TXed

jodiforeman Jan 27 @ 10:25 PM EST

Q6- camping. weekends, holidays. In the woods, in a tent, no wifi, no apps, nothing but nature. And, I am an amazing campfire chef. #txed

knikole Jan 27 @ 10:25 PM EST

@oJaison I'm right there with you...must get it out of the way before "testing season". You know how that goes. #txed

oJaison Jan 27 @ 10:25 PM EST

@pwagnerlcisd well I don't work in a school which helps, but I also wake up around 5am each day which gives me a few hours #TXed

Bstamm00 Jan 27 @ 10:25 PM EST

@oJaison I'll look through my #edtech list. I remember seeing someone list that in their bio! I didn't know that was a thing! #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 10:26 PM EST

@oJaison Yes. With Office365 they are building momentum. https://t.co/BQ63nJqTCZ #txed

oJaison Jan 27 @ 10:26 PM EST

@Bstamm00 I had a parent reach out to me about a coding camp for kids. I tried out #HourOfCode and it was fun! #TXed

RafranzDavis Jan 27 @ 10:26 PM EST

@oJaison Microsoft has a pretty decent collection of Learning Paths courses & many are platform agnostic https://t.co/HnaTqtdDUE #txed

pubintrovert Jan 27 @ 10:26 PM EST

A6 Mini meditations, exercise, or sometimes I close my door. #txed

knikole Jan 27 @ 10:26 PM EST

A6 I schedule prioritize my day...as best I can...things happen. I leave on time most days and schedule time to stay and work late #txed

knikole Jan 27 @ 10:27 PM EST

A6 I place my favorite chats on my calendar too. #txed

oJaison Jan 27 @ 10:27 PM EST

@Bstamm00 Paul and Rafranz just posted links to the Microsoft trainings #TXed

Bstamm00 Jan 27 @ 10:27 PM EST

@knikole about 2/3 through the level 1 foundations training. #txed Learned a few new things.

RafranzDavis Jan 27 @ 10:27 PM EST

A6 I'll let you know in March when I actually have a break #txed

EvanPayneGCISD Jan 27 @ 10:27 PM EST

Exit tickets are easy w/ #Googleforms as illustrated by these two high school Ts: https://t.co/Wm4e6A9Unk #GCISDhumanities #GCISDchat #TXed

MLunoff Jan 27 @ 10:27 PM EST

A6 Focus on my family to help me disconnect. #txed

knikole Jan 27 @ 10:27 PM EST

@Bstamm00 I feel motivated to begin again. I think I can...I think I can... #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jan 27 @ 10:27 PM EST

I just want take a look at my two daughters and set the work aside to spend quality time with them #TXed

Bstamm00 Jan 27 @ 10:27 PM EST

@oJaison Where did you pull your resources for that? #txed

pwagnerlcisd - Moderator Jan 27 @ 10:29 PM EST

Wait until they get a little older...then the real fun begins! It is busy but I love it. #txed https://t.co/r3wnqwt0yE

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jan 27 @ 10:27 PM EST

I just want take a look at my two daughters and set the work aside to spend quality time with them #TXed

jodiforeman Jan 27 @ 10:29 PM EST

@Bstamm00 @oJaison Kids can use app Hopscotch in ipad to continue coding. My Ss are really enjoying it. #txed

oJaison Jan 27 @ 10:29 PM EST

@knikole I have so many calendars in my google calendar (maybe 20+) and my main calendar is color-coded too #TXed

MLunoff Jan 27 @ 10:29 PM EST

Amen! #txed https://t.co/wlZMWkHArQ

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jan 27 @ 10:27 PM EST

I just want take a look at my two daughters and set the work aside to spend quality time with them #TXed

j_rodricks1 Jan 27 @ 10:29 PM EST

@knikole I have to, I even send invites to the ENTIRE staff too! #elemmathchat #TCMchat #katyic are ones I do this for #txed

Bstamm00 Jan 27 @ 10:29 PM EST

@knikole I've found that I needed a bit more structure to my learning. It has really driven some new interests & questions. #txed #motivated

oJaison Jan 27 @ 10:29 PM EST

@Bstamm00 i didn't end up doing it but #EdCampVoxer coding group for kids was really useful #TXed

knikole Jan 27 @ 10:29 PM EST

@oJaison 20?!?!?! Goodness! #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jan 27 @ 10:29 PM EST

Great chat #TXed peeps. Finish strong this week and get some rest this weekend