This twitter chat stands for "Wins And Losses Ed Chat" and will be a chat where students reflect on the previous week to celebrate victories and reflect on losses to turn them into victories.
Intros: Welcome to #waledchat! Please introduce yourself, where you are from, your role in education, and invite a friend you’d like to join us tonight! #waledchat
Phil from Northern Virginia. I teach 6/7 US History I&II and am the founder of #waledchat! Thank you all for coming! Maybe @Stella_Pollard and @ScottLewisITC can come play tonight?
Hey everyone. Scott from Michigan. Middle school dean. Looking forward to a great chat! @benmonnett it’s Thursday night! Looking forward to some great conversations @MrPStrunk! #waledchat
Intros: Welcome to #waledchat! Please introduce yourself, where you are from, your role in education, and invite a friend you’d like to join us tonight! #waledchat
Intros: Welcome to #waledchat! Please introduce yourself, where you are from, your role in education, and invite a friend you’d like to join us tonight! #waledchat
A1: it has provided me with a more immediate PD opportunity. I am able to see and hear about new instructional strategies or materials. It also allows me to communicate with awesome educators I would have never met otherwise #waledchat
A1: It has taught me a lot and has given me the confidence that I am good at my job. I was filled with self-doubt, but the positive educators on twitter have helped me grow and feel like I too can be innovative. #waledchat
Let me count the ways….
1. Great insight
2. So much inspiration
3. Support
4. Invaluable feedback
5. Encouraging words
6. Kindness
7. Experience
…from #amazing educators that I pass on to my staff and students!
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A1: Twitter has been a platform to meet educators from all over the world. It provides me with new ideas, as well as motivation to be the best I can be. #waledchat
A1: Twitter has helped me become antiquated with new ideas to try out in middle school. From teaching to admin, my PLN has helped me look at various ways to view middle school and how to be better at my job! It has been a huge plus for me! #waledchat
A1 - I love the positivity of many of the chats. It’s inspiring and has also connectedme with some great educators and ideas. We all need inspiration and twitter provides that. #waledchat
A1: Twitter has exponentially increased the size of my PLN. There is never a day where I feel I have to take on task or go about something on my own, I always have backup/support!
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A1: Its just been great to hang out with everyone and exchange ideas, develop PLNs, hear people’s trials & triumphs... affirming while showing where I can improve as well... #waledchat
A1: I no longer feel like I am "all alone". So many days I left school feeling like I was crazy for caring and giving so much, then I found Twitter filled with people just like me. Now I lead boldly. #waledchat
A1: Twitter has given me supportive colleagues, new ideas from other parts of the country, a place to reflect on me teaching, and the encouragement to try new things #waledchat
Every day I am inspired by reading the about the superheroes out there who take education to new heights. #waledchat The strategies and stories motivate me to keep a growth mindset and try new adventures in the classroom. Eduheroes are everywhere and Twitter is our 🦇 Bat Signal
A1 Twitter has helped me to find amazing PD opportunities. Connect with authors and experts. I have grown my PLN and have a place to reflect. #waledchat
#waledchat - A1 - Twitter has allowed me to reach out to more educators beyond my district and learn about what is happening in education so that I can positively effect the teachers I work for.
A1 - Twitter has empowered me to be unapologetically passionate about doing what is best for kids every day and being a #champforkids when it isn't the easy choice. #waledchat
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Twitter has increased my confidence for sharing even more bc I feel supported and valued as an arts teacher. It’s also given me so many ideas to tweak. And a worldwide PLN. #waledchat
A1: Twitter has allowed me to connect w/ T’s from around the country and learn about strategies I wouldn’t have learned had I not been on Twitter. I’ve been able to ask questions, share what I’ve learned, and share what I’m excited about! #waledchat
A1. WOW! @twitter has opened up so many doors and connected me with sooooooooo many outstanding people. I hate to put it this way, but I am a better teacher because of the connections Ive made on twitter. #waledchat
A1: Twitter has opened me up to this amazing group of passionate educators who have re-invigorated me and inspired me to keep doing what I'm doing. #waledchat
A1: Twitter has helped me broaden my teaching mind in ways of technology, mindfulness, leadership, & so many more! I do my best to push the limits thanks to the encouragement of Twitter & PLN.#waledchat
A1: I have been introduced and interacted with MANY great educators who I can share and reflect with. I use Twitter as a personal library of resources and a place seek advice when frustration sets in. #waledchat
A1: It has helped me get into classrooms when I don’t have time to physically be there. It also forces me make time to get into rooms when I see something great going on. #waledchat
A1: As a new teacher Twitter has given me access to expert teachers in diverse fields across the world. It’s a great resource for the latest edtech too. #waledchat
A1: Twitter has helped me connect with some inspiring edtech bloggers & teachers who have encouraged me to step out of my comfort zone & disrupt my teaching status quo #waledchat
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~opened up my 🌎 to educators, resources, positivity & endless opportunities to grow, connect, Empwer & inspire myself & especially others to be the best version of themselves ... #lifewithoutwalls ❤️
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A1 Twitter has had a huge impact on me. I’ve learned all kinds of new things, developed a great PLN and have been offered many opportunities I would never have had without it. #waledchat
A1: Twitter has been a platform to meet educators from all over the world. It provides me with new ideas, as well as motivation to be the best I can be. #waledchat
HELLLOooo my feathered, fluffy, scholarly friends! (That is how I greet my students every morning!) I teach 6th grade physical science! I need to talk about growth mindset because I may be able to start walking next week, and I think I'm going to miraculously be 100% #waledchat
A1: Twitter has made me realize I am not alone in the teaching world. So much so, that I am getting ready to help an entire group of teachers to jump on the blue bird bus. 😁 #waledchat
A1: I participate in #mschat & #waledchat pretty much every week and ALWAYS come out of it w/ at least one idea to try right away. I never would have found our beloved @quizlet live without twitter chats! ❤️
A1: WOW! So...(1) Amazing PLN of Ts, started using @Seesaw after seeing it on Twitter, connected w/ Ss and Ts in other states thru #Mysteryskype...not enough twitter space to list all impacts! #waledchat
It’s been a long while since I last joined #waledchat. I got home early enough today. Eric, Sped/Math teacher, working at an international school in Brazil.
And isn't it awesome how we get to seek out where we want to know? It has made personalized pathways to learning so much easier for us as grown ups! lol #waledchat
A1: #waledchat Twitter is the ultimate resource for me. It's the origin of a lot of my searches. It also provides me a place for support, critique, and academic conversations like this one.
A1. Twitter has given me a group of supportive educators who I can share ideas wiith and also reflect on what takes place in the classroom! With new ideas, come courage, and risks! #waledchat
#waledchat Thanks for the mention
My name is Scott Fortune, assistant principal at Fairfield Middle School in Henrico. I would like to invite @HSHS_AP_Hill@meagan_tenia
In reply to
@AndrewsShellyVA, @HSHS_AP_Hill, @meagan_tenia
A1: It has inspired me to take risks and be more open with my Ss. I’ve also realized I’m not alone in promoting empathy and compassion in the classroom. #waledchat
A1 I can’t even count the ways twitter has impacted my teaching. I have gotten so many wonderful ideas for curriculum and most importantly relationship building. #waledchat
A1: How hasn't it changed my career, would be real question? I learned how to be a pirate. Take risks. Be flamboyant. When I find something others find obnoxious, my first thought is, OOH I could use that in classroom! 😂 I stopped caring what others thought. #tlap#waledchat
A2 Okay, I'm a rule breaker. I can't just name 3 people, so I'll name 3 chats that have really given my great ideas and questions that changed my thinking. #waledchat#masterychat#learnlap
A2: 1st, @blocht574 who inspired me to become a stronger advocate for middle level ed. 2nd, @burgessdave has allowed me to think outside the box when shaping my lessons. 3rd, @MrPStrunk has been a great resource and energizes my love for MS education day after day. #waledchat
A1: It makes me feel like I’m part of something bigger and that I’m not alone in wanting to change education. It’s super energizing, which makes me a better educator. #waledchat
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I’ve been inspired by so many. I’ve got two that I really feel I’ve been helped by and am cultivating a Twitter friendship with: @MrPStrunk and @mrdearybury I think I’ve been in and out of chats sporadically to cultivate relationships with. I need to fix that. #waledchat
#waledchat - A2 - Only three?? @_on11 - thanks for all of the awesome work in the edchat world and helping me get the word out about #edChatRI. @MathDenisNJ - thanks for co-hosting the pod with me! @teachbetterteam - thank you for advocating for teachers everywhere!
A2 3 people that have helped me grow b/c of Twitter are:
@hmarrs24 - I found #Edusnaps and began my reflection journey @TaraMartinEDU - amazing resource and my Ss love #BookSnaps@MrPStrunk - the weekly reflection has been crucial when things were tough #waledchat
A1b: Can't do just one tweet about this one! Chatting has helped me not be isolated. My ideas are not as crazy as they seem and CAN be implemented. If others are doing it, so can I. Made me step up my game. I have always thrived on being creative, challenged. #waledchat
Only 3 🙁 - I will follow directions or I will literally be here all night as it is a huge group but... @hollysking on Twitter & Voxer she is my kindred spirit @RewardingEdu he inspires and mentors beautifully and @ChrisQuinn64 whose positivity and grace inspires us all every day
A3: I am constantly thinking about new strategies to deliver content. Thankful for some strategies I have gotten from others! #waledchat#hyperdocs#flippedlearning
Speaking up and giving my opinion. As an aide I often feel like my voice is smaller. From twitter and my awesome staff I know that my point of view is also valuable and worth adding to the conversation. I have learned to make my voice heard.
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A2: 1st @burgessdave who gave me a tutorial on Tweetdeck & guided me thru #tlap when I was a lost twitter newbie,@hayes_melisa for being my 1st connection outside of twitter,& @collabgenius for being such inspiring teacher-innovators & have me experimenting w/ @nearpod#waledchat
A3: We just talked about this on #mschat (thanks @TeacherRunner42!), but creating a sense of urgency in lessons & empowering struggling students more to lead academic groups. #waledchat
A2: Do I have to pick just 2???!!! OK. Fine. My top 2 would be: @burgessdave and @_on11. But then there's a ton others, even if they steal my chocolate cake tweets.. 🧐#waledchat
A3: Twitter has challenged me to continually grow and push myself outside of my comfort zone. They have pushed me to never deliver sit and get trainings, listen deeply, spread kindness/positivity, and so much more!
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A3 - I’d say just staying connected with others. I have a tendency to get completely wrapped up with work. Twitter has been a great outlet for just seeing what other amazing people are doing for kids. #waledchat
A3: I have definitely heard about new tech resources and gotten enough questions answered that I'm comfortable taking the plunge and trying out the new tools myself! #waledchat
A3: I gotta say that @MrSmall215 and the #RJLeagueChat bc I really have to think about and consider how deliberate I’m being when I say that I’m doing what’s best for kids. The discussions are 🔥🔥🔥#waledchat
A2: @MrPStrunk@TeachMrReed & @flipping_A_tchr are all considered virtual colleagues by me. Whether it be pedagogy or inspiration, each have helped me up my game & remind me why I wanted to become a teacher in the first place #waledchat
A3 Pushing myself to think outside of the box with lessons and creativity. LOL If I didn't want to always improve, I'd feel intimidated. But I do, so I'm inspired. #waledchat
#waledchat Presenting at conferences. I presented at our local science conference and in two weeks I will be presenting at CAST in Dallas (Texas State Science Conference) Thank you PLN for motivating me to step out of my comfort zone
A3: Allowing kids to try again and grow rather than, “That’s it!” There are kids who genuinely want to improve... I’d rather wag my tail than growl!!! #waledchat
A3: I love innovation, tech, and just general fun in lessons, but twitter inspires me to really look at my professional choices/lessons/practices. #waledchat
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Twitter has helped me push my feedback game. I’ve always been very specific. But not as timely/as immediate as possible. I’m constantly inspired and pushed! #waledchat
The chats that I get to participate in have introduced me to teachers, administrators, and public relation professionals. The conversation we have had have made me a better communicator on social media and in person. #waledchat#teachpos
A3: I have been challenged to instill more student voice into my classroom. In the lesson, products, output, and general daily decisions we make in the classroom. #waledchat
A2: @DrMaryHoward@lauriesmcintosh & @TaraMartinEDU have helped me grow as an educator, transformed my thinking in a variety of ways, and if you came into my classroom I could show you several things I’m doing differently after following/learning from them on Twitter!! #waledchat
A3 #waledchat the #iteachmath & #mtbos communities are great for math educators. So many brainiacs there that really push and challenge my thinking. The #leadupchat community has conversations I've never seen or heard of in schools, but there always relevant & necessary.
#waledchat A3 - I have been challenged to grow outside of my comfort zone and move beyond helping the kids in my own classroom. Since edu Twitter, I have started a blog, podcast and edchat I have written articles, received fellowships and got a new instructional coaching job!
A4: Not sure how much I challenge others, but I hope I spread the word about the importance of building relationships with Ss. Above all instructional practices, we need to make sure we spend the time to foster positive relationships - the rest will fall into place. #waledchat
A3: To jump right in and try new things before it is perfect. That is HUGE for me. I let go of being a perfectionist (at least in that area) and am trying. If I had to pick 2 things that I have done because of Twitter, it would be #passionprojects and @Flipgrid#waledchat
A3: By @MrPStrunk. We were texting about how much time we are spending in chats. Hit me like a ton of bricks. Basically came down to "Where do I spend my time and what do I truly value?" When I read it while walking to practice, I said, "Ouch." Hit me in the heart. #waledchat
Since starting my project I have really advocated for student voice. I feel a lot of my posts and comments revolve around this central idea encouraging educators to let every voice be heard. I enjoy challenging and humorous prompts alike.
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A3 - Twitter has challenged me to take risks, face my fears, and demonstrate growth mindset when things don't go as planned. If it weren't for my Twitter connections I can honestly say that I would not have achieved some of my recent accomplishments. #waledchat
A4: I always love to share ideas that I’ve come across. I feel like by sharing what I’ve seen, I’m challenging my colleagues to be innovative and imaginative in what they do. #waledchat
A4: I believe I challenge others to grow on Twitter via constantly being present, pushing content, and interacting.We must tell our stories, share, support all those we can!
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A4: My hope is that teachers will be encouraged/ inspired to think outside the box and teach lessons that incorporate as many of the 5 Cs as possible. #waledchat
A4: When I share my own ideas and get positive feedback, I am always happy to share tips/advice and encourage others to try it as well. I know I always have questions about new resources and I'm happy to be able to help a colleague adopt something new and exciting! #waledchat
I think grimier people to believe in the power of Twitter. To get out there and build a community of educators around the globe. Change comes from connections and I inspire people to get on Twitter and it changes their world #waledchat very quickly
A4 I’m not really sure if I challenge anyone but I’m always willing to share things I’ve done in the class and spreading a tweet when I see a really good one. 😀 #waledchat
A4: because, in part, of My #PLN I have found some lost strength to stand again, to find my voice again, & to live again. My sons, & students (who are amazing teachers) deserve to have me at my best. We all deserve to speak, love, & be loved 💕 I remember this now 😊#waledchat
A4 - I hope others view me as a positive person for kids (#teachpos). My goal is always to inspire others to see the power we have to change lives. No matter what the circumstance, we make a difference. #waledchat
A4: Many of my Ss are on Twitter and see my interactions w/ other Ts, and appreciate the conversations I have. I hope I challenge them to build a PLN, stay open to other’s perspectives, and encourage them to engage in thoughtful discussion #waledchat
A3: Keeping up w/ all the amazing resources I see & hear my PLN utilize! From @AppleEDU to @Seesaw to @Flipgrid to @nearpod to SO MANY OTHERS I have to pace myself so I can offer my Ss the best instructional opportunities! #waledchat
A4 Great question. I don’t really know. I think that being reflective helps others to think about their own practice. Also admitting mistakes and being vulnerable #waledchat
#waledchat -A4 - I think it starts by asking challenging questions, which is what I try to do during #edChatRI. But also talking about challenging subjects on the Instant Relevance Podcast. We have a lot of people to reach to make education better. And our students deserve it.
A4: I think I challenge others to share their successes and failures, to be more open about when they need help. How can we grow if we mask our weaknesses? #waledchat
A4: I hope that some small nugget of the 4,300 Tweets I have put out onto the Twittersphere has challenged someone to have one better day than the would have had otherwise. #waledchat
A4 #waledchat not sure I'm challenging many right now but Twitter allows me to remain in tune with the edge of the education landscape. It's always good to remain relevant.
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I’m hoping I challenge people by sharing new ideas I try along with the wins and losses with the new things. I show it’s ok and to keep moving forward. I’m ultra honest about my results, thereby challenging others to fail forward and share about it! #waledchat
A4: By trying to move people into leadership positions, even if they do not believe that they have the power to lead. We have an amazing platform in #122edchat where we have raised the volume of some amazing voices. Giving back to so many that have freely given to us. #waledchat
A4 #waledchat I think we as Twitter educators challenge each other’s thinking when we share our successes and failures and are honest about our classrooms. I appreciate the humility and the pride because together they highlight the beauty of education
A3: Twitter has challenged me to grow in the area of formative assessment. The number of digital tools available to increase student engagement & T/S feedback loop is amazing. I never would have found about half of it w/o my PLN #waledchat
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~hopeful that my authentic, real~deal words have inspired others to work hard, serve others with an open ❤️&mind & to be open & accepting to all this life has to offer ~ the good, bumps, & struggles & that laughter & human connection can make life a bit better
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A3: I get to see what administrators around the world are doing. Their tweets inspire me to try new things as an instructional leader- like posting an instructional highlight each day through classroom observations. #waledchat
I think encouraging people to believe in the power of Twitter. To get out there and build a community of educators around the globe. Change comes from connections and I inspire people to get on Twitter and it changes their world #waledchat very quickly
A5: I'd like to read some of my pleasure books this weekend (going through the Mortal Engines series) and Penn State Football is back after a week off! #waledchat
A4: I hope that when I’m connected, new followers join into more chats to see the incredible things all the chats/groups inspire from other! I want others to fee inspired and challenged to feel that urge to brag about how great they are! #waledchat
A4:Since this summer I have begun actively participating in TwitterChats so I don’t think I have interacted enough to challenge others. If Ive challenged others I hope it’s in the area of acceptance of all individuals&creating more of a conversation in the classroom #waledchat
A5: I will be in restorative practices training for my masters for many, many hours, but it is a great excuse to put the phone and the gradebook away for a while and get to just be a student again #waledchat
A5: I'm actually off Friday for an appointment and heading to visit family in PA. I will be offline most of the weekend soaking up family time.
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A3. My profession. I’ve always worked in HR on the benefits side, my twitter chats have allowed me to venture out in other areas of #HR (e.g employee relations, policy and procedures) #WaledChat
A4: Ehhhhh. Can't say that I'm great at this. I try to tell people how awesome Twitter and Twitter chats are, but I feel like everyone thinks I am crazy. it won't stop me, but it does make me stop talking about it. I do what pirates do-carry on w my business. #waledchat
A5: I purposefully block off at least one day a weekend where I'm not allowed to work on school stuff. I don't set an alarm, and focus on spending time with my husband and pup, reading, catching up on Netflix, and working out. I try to leave my phone at home, too. #waledchat
A5 My family is going to the Children’s Museum on Saturday. My kids are so excited. We might sneak in a trip to the library too. We have a book to return (but my daughter doesn’t want to) #waledchat
A5. BIG BLUE MADNESS is tomorrow. That means very soon the CATS will be beating your team. Sorry. Not sorry! It's time for me and the wife to chillax together! #waledchat
A5: I'm super grateful that I celebrate Shabbat every week - 25 unplugged hours with no access to tech whatsoever - no phones, computers, tvs. I get to spend time with my family & eat good food. I'll be reading Everybody's Son Thrity Umrigar for our faculty book club. #waledchat
Honestly- meditate, put my phone down, play with my kids and enjoy the quiet, calm moments. Hustle and bustle stays at school and the simple things are allowed to take over. #waledchat
A5: My church has an annual tradition of making old fashioned apple butter. So tomorrow night I will spend the evening with lots of friends, family, lots and lots of amazing food, and might even help stir the apple butter :). #waledchat
A5: after a long night of conferences tonight, half day tomorrow, I’m on fall break! Looking forward to a great week of no work and lots of relax and no work time! #waledchat
