#txeduchat Archive
An informal learning community for educators worldwide. Our passion for learning and connected learning experiences help us to improve our teaching practices. #txeduchat features guest moderators every week.
Sunday June 26, 2016
Welcome to tonight! Let's start with introductions. Tell us about YOU
Stuart Kelly DP from Auckland, New Zealand. Privileged to be hosting tonight's . Love student voice and agency!
Albert Canales, HS principal, McAllen Tx https://t.co/RCaYwkxJ14
Welcome to tonight! Let's start with introductions. Tell us about YOU
Hey all. James here. Year 11 student from in Auckland, NZ. Bringing that once again to
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Nikki from TX! Hello, everyone!
Hi all! Jessica, elem asst principal here in central Texas but following some great people there
Tom from North Texas, currently presenting a poster session on Humans in Education at
Katie from Allen TX. Instructional coach and physics teacher. Howdy!
Mickala Riehemann 1st Grade Teacher in Olathe, KS.
and go you for leading today!
Monica, Special Education teacher, Texas
Great to see you tonight Jessica. Thanks for joining in our global collaboration!
Andrea from Texas. I work at a Regional Service Center!
Happy Sunday! Jasmin from Katy, TX. 5th gr teacher enjoying summer so far!
Margie. Texas. 4th grade...math, science, and social studies.hello y'all.
I second that. DP/Teacher from NZ on lunch break, Moday
Ro, Elementary School LIbrarian, Mesquite, TX. Hope those of you at are having a rad time!
Jasmin - glad you could join us tonight!
Liz, GT Specialist from Coppell popping in for just a minute. Getting ready to board a plane to Tokyo. Hate to miss the chat!
A TEAM today! Great to have another kiwi on deck!
A TEAM today! Great to have another kiwi on deck!
Good evening! Altamese from Houston here!
Kelly, business teacher from Katy!
Amy from AustinTX-still feeling energized from iPadpalooza!
Awesome commitment! Just don't miss the plane.
Kristen, AP in Garland ISD, TX.
Charissa from Alabaster AL. Lead learner K- 3rd grade 920 students
Great to have you join us tonight for
LOL! No way! Ready to see my family back in Texas!
JROD checking to from TLI conference. Representing McHi!!
WOW! Safe travels and thank you for coming to the chat before your BIG TRIP!
Q1 Q1 What does "global connections" mean to you?
Ss Interviews of educators/their writing/video products. Brainchild of & !
Rosa from 5th grade teacher from VA
Have a gr8 chat Helping daughter get grandkids ready 4camp. Lerning about Snapchat from oldest grandkid https://t.co/Yo3fKz8CxB
A1: i am actually watching the periscope about global connections from right now
Melonie elementary principal, excited to be here.
Thanks for the follow Ro - always great to connect with other educators. Thanks to
Tracy from beautiful BC. 2.5 ore days till the sweet sounds of summer ☀️☀️☀️
Q1 global connections is a PLN with no boundaries or walls--instant guest speakers, experts and virtual shoulders
A1: Having the chance to connect across borders and oceans when you live in an isolated area. The world open online.
A1 going beyond the walls of the classroom to reach different people with different voices.
A1: Learning from anywhere in the world = global connection
Love the references to differences! A1
A1: Anyone has contact/reach with anyone...worldwide...language is not a barrier...borders are only on maps
A1 interacting and kearning with people from around the world. Enriching my experiences with others input!
A1 opportunities to interact/build relationships around the world. Important for learners and educators
A1 Being able to engage with other people, communities and cultures.
A1 Having our students from rural NZ having opportunities to connect with others around the world
Enriching and empowering! Awesome. A1
A1: It means that Ss have access to other Ss, issues and possible solutions to problems that exist around the world
I agree We're all equal and need to be connected!
I agree We're all equal and need to be connected!
A1: "global connections" allow me to learn from colleagues around the world like &
A1 Global connections hurdle borders without regard to locale and politics for free exchange of ideas.
Isn't it the BEST to meet family in real life?
A1 Nice, love learning from people in differrent situations.
Yes - and I think you hosting is a brilliant example of this
thanks! I think that's one of the important pieces. getting beyond what we know.
A1 Anywhere that's outside of our school community! Global connections are mutually beneficial exchanges between my Ss & others.
Good evening everyone. Amber from Charleston, WV.
Continuous leaning and endless opportunities!
A1 Global connections means learning from others any where any time
Btw, Danny from PNGISD. Instructional technology specialist at a middle achool.
urbie, instructional designer back home in Arizona after
Melonie from Decatur, elementary principal. First chat to participate in!
A1 connecting and learning from the world
Global connections allow us to share ideas while exploring various cultural and social contexts
Hey Urbie, great to have you on deck!
A1: Global connections means learning and sharing with people around the world, across oceans and geopolitical lines
Your voice is as equal as anyone's!
As it turns out ... there are some good ideas outside the state of Alabama! 😀 https://t.co/u57V70gna3
Q1 Q1 What does "global connections" mean to you?
A1: Learning from PLN, students (near and far), etc. and Ss doing the same.
A1 reaching across the country, world, or even next door for new learning opportunities.
Wow, this is cool, our connections are borderless! A1
that's exactly what I said
Nice Margie, keen we don't look beyond always the local expertise!
Nice Margie, keen we don't look beyond always the local expertise!
Oh Melonie, you are going to LOVE chatting; prepare to get hooked! Let us know if/how we can help you.
A1 it also expands our resources/tool kits.
A1: Global connections means being able to connect & challenge ideas on a broader scale. Using the global PLN for eg.
A1: Global connections is all about learning from others and using that knowledge to improve yourself as an educator.
Nice Albert, I'm in an office in New Zealand yet our common passions connects us all! A1
Great start everyone!
Q2 Why are global connections educationally important for teachers?
Learning from everyone outside the building walls, no limits!
A1: Global Connections ~ like Doctors without Borders only it's Learners without Borders. I love collaborating in cyberspace!
A1: Twitter represents 24/7 individualized, customized, and global PD
A1: It is just as impactful to define it as outside the walls of the school. Opportunities exist in communities for Ss
We are all about making kids and schools better! We can learn from each other! Collaborate!
It is about the humans on the other side of the machine, not the machine=networked knowledge. https://t.co/0mJDyNSvXH
A2 Learning doesn't happen in a vacuum.
A2 We want to be the best and there's nothing better than getting inspired by your PLN - from anywhere
Nice Danny, important we can own our learning! A1
A2: We are teaching the future for problems that do not exist and for a global economy.
Here is Q2 --->>> https://t.co/wRkiPHIBLF
Great start everyone!
Q2 Why are global connections educationally important for teachers?
Awesome point and has to be authentic!
Awesome point and has to be authentic!
A1: Global Connections = classrooms without walls, borders are no more, and labels are gone. Love of learning for all.
A2 Some of my best inspirations are people like who I've never met!
Awesome post, love the no labels idea!
Awesome post, love the no labels idea!
Q2: It stretches our thinking beyond our 4 walls and fosters new thinking. https://t.co/XklAnlJCIF
Great start everyone!
Q2 Why are global connections educationally important for teachers?
Retweet Q2 -->> https://t.co/RKGiNRny96
Great start everyone!
Q2 Why are global connections educationally important for teachers?
A2 I think I've learned more on twitter since I joined, not to long ago, than all school year!
This is the key, isn't it- thinking and then new doing!
A2: Global connections are important because it's important to see what's happening on the other side of the world.
A1: Being a business T near the hub of oil & gas, global connections help keep us up to date!
A2: seeing how other people are teaching and learning. Always better to have more ideas outside own walls https://t.co/hjIgc0QQLL
Here is Q2 --->>> https://t.co/wRkiPHIBLF
Great start everyone!
Q2 Why are global connections educationally important for teachers?
Likewise, love the immediacy of learning!
A2 allows me to get help from someone who has already solved the problem. Or learn new way to approach a topic. Helps growth.
Q2 Why are global connections educationally important for teachers?
Global connections are about teaching from an international perspective, so that students are fully informed about their world.
Great post, we all become problem-solvers together! A2
A2: It removes the blinders. It exposes diff perspectives and ideas that can be used/modified in one's building and classroom
A2 Ts can get new ideas from broader sources to share with students and colleagues. Also cultural understanding
A2 It widens our view on teaching,broadens our abilities to reach ea child, opens the way for Ss to also become global learners.
Collaboration is good. Learning is good. Keeping in mind for whom. Reflecting. New Post: Missing Parts
https://t.co/CafPRslgCb
A2 Teachers need access to a host of educational resources now made even more possible through global connections.
A2 produces creativity and the ability to enhance ideas or spark new ones.
A1: Global connections are about teaching from an international perspective, so students are fully informed about their world.
A2 Ts have to move outside their comfort zones and experience the ultimate PLN virtually! Getting them onboard is another issue
A2: Global connections are a reflection of our world. Ts need global connections because Ss need global connections.
THIS! --->>> https://t.co/wWCdTPVtDV
A1: Global connections are about teaching from an international perspective, so students are fully informed about their world.
THIS! --->>> https://t.co/55M0gNU0sx
A1: Global connections are about teaching from an international perspective, so students are fully informed about their world.
this is amazing, super fast!
A2: Staying within our own walls is like being land locked. How can we grow without new perspectives? https://t.co/AQwEbHgw0W
A2: Many of my ideas come from other educators. Work smarter not harder.
A2 OMG! I've "met" so many people/ideas just thru chats alone. Global connections open up a whole new world of learning!
A2 it allows a front row view of what global education is about, why its imp, and how we should approach it in the classroom.
For me it is about opening the world to my students; whether it's something I learned from another teacher/educator/other
I agree! Students need global connections!
It's called failing forward! You got the # though LOL
Powerful. I think you're right students NEED.
A2 part 2 - or if I actually connect with a classroom somewhere else. My hope is it builds empathy/compassion
I live in a small area and showing my kids the world really opens their eyes to what is going on!
A2: They're are important for students to be active participants in our world, rather than misinformed, passive commentators.
A2: Learning is about broadening our horizons, seeing future possibilities. The more we're exposed to, the more we are enriched.
Why exactly are global connections important for students? Is it needed in the classroom? https://t.co/pB2YdmoZLG
I agree! Students need global connections!
Enables all students to be globally capable and aware and contributors IMO.
A2) It used to take a village to raise our children. Today, it takes a "globe" to raise our children. https://t.co/7dbhea4TzK
Great start everyone!
Q2 Why are global connections educationally important for teachers?
A2allow me to learn& grow, discoveries enrich my understanding & stretch idea
Speaking of global connections, it's time to board my flight. I'm off to Tokyo! Have a great chat!
A2: opens doors to things I may have never imagined or even thought of, great idea starters
A2: They make learning relevant for our Ss.
You're doing awesome, I sometimes get so engaged I forget the #!
You're doing awesome, I sometimes get so engaged I forget the #!
A2: It is EZ to get stuck in our little box and forget others may have interesting insights. https://t.co/nWztLs67SZ
WOW! It was great to have you join just before you left the country! Thank you. Safe travels. https://t.co/yJuyzPcHji
Speaking of global connections, it's time to board my flight. I'm off to Tokyo! Have a great chat!
Nice, I think it is this straight-froward
A2: They're important for students to be active participants in our world, rather than misinformed, passive commentators.
It keeps my students perspective on the world balanced. They think everyone is middle class.
Gold! Love this share. GCs make us curious... A2
A2: Helps us understand that our perspectives on educ are not the only "way"
What about global connections make learning relevant for students? Can students create local relevancy? https://t.co/NZJUfLnfd2
A2: They make learning relevant for our Ss.
A2: Global connections are great for learning perspectives from different ppl. Important to understand others.
That's social ED as well! Nice work.
Nice, does also force us to become critical thinkers!
Just the Brexit events of the last few days highlights the importance of teaching global citizenship. Events far away matter here
A2: It's abt perspectives and opportunities to learn from others...the more you have of both the better we can be for Ss
A2 as we become more connected students need to be able to function in a diverse society and market.
A1 Global connections in PLN’ing is like insomnia’s silver lining. Can’t sleep? It’s up-time & ready for sharing somewhere..
Just comparision...Brexit IMO Is about moving away from global connections!
Think both are relevant, global adds perspective of others not in local reach
That would make for a great student debate!
A2 Students need to know they are part of the world and will have to interact with all sorts in career and college
While still retaining their own local cultures and flavour. A2
Students must have global perspectives to compete in the 21st century!
A2: Important to model to our Ss that we respect other's opinions and expertise around the globe.
True confession time! https://t.co/imSWaBdKk8
A1 Global connections in PLN’ing is like insomnia’s silver lining. Can’t sleep? It’s up-time & ready for sharing somewhere..
Right on!! I live by that statement!
Our world is redefined constantly by global events, our Ss need a global vision in order to be responsible citizens.
Nice! We need to walk the talk or in this case type the talk! A2
A2: I think global connections are great for Ts and Ss too! Enables us to connect and collaborate on a global scale
Definitely! Ss need to know how these types of world events affect everyone.
Nice idea of responsibility!
humanity, empathy, understanding, peace, conflict resolution, prob. solving, creativity, collaborate
A2 GCs are Ed important to teachers because they provide the opportunity to access many more ideas within our global society
A2 Kinda counter-intuitive but the further away one is from a problem the less the sway of “can’t be done is”..
Is there anything holding back Ss and their ability to connect on a global scale?
Connected a class of 3rd graders in Texas with a class in Rotorua NZ 9 years ago via Skype. They learned SO much from each other
A1: connecting with communities beyond our reach to grow and learn.
Q3 Why are global connections educationally important for students?
Yes!! Don't reinvent the wheel! Collaboration is essential for productive growth!
A2 I think that in the world today, global connections are quickly becoming a requirement
policies at school level and national level; home, connectivity, etc. https://t.co/XoVyzERyAQ
Is there anything holding back Ss and their ability to connect on a global scale?
A2 Globalization doesnt eliminate local culture,it requires us to show up as who we r&help others know/understand us.
A2 Somewhere someone(s) has overcome.. Or can empathize/commiserate/ideate (often in that order)..
Q3 Why are global connections educationally important for students? #
I'm in the Philippines at the moment so it might feel like a cold wave to me! 😉😂
A2: professional learning communities are key to sustained growth and development!
great Q. I blog often just because their isn't enough in education. I want to share my perspective
A3 Global connections provide students with new information to add to their schema
A2: the greatest resource we have is each other.
sadly, their teachers might not be providing the opportunities, especially in elementary school (K-6th grade).
Nice Urbie. To me, the GCs are about people more than anything else!
apologize in advance for limited interactions, participating from
Just go for it. Write what you want to, not what others may want to hear!
A3: Do students learn better if they are told about it or if they actually SEE things and talk to people??
Sorry gotta go! Thanks for a great chat. Continue the deep thinking! And challenging ideas!!
Nice Linda now and in the future!
A3: Perspective and empathy are more important than ever
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Late to the party tonight . For those at enjoy. I'm not.
A2 students need connections to community and beyond to ask and understand why and form their own ideas.
A2: Thinking global presents learning opportunities to develop critical thinking, collaboration and creativity - vital skills
Great q and BTW love the first name LOL. Learning is about conversations IMO.
A3: because economy is global, politics are global, work is global, their YouTube f& Minecraft friends are global
A3: Perspective and empathy are more important than ever
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Amen! has a new book which does an AmAzInG job of tackling those traits!
A3: We subj our Ss to standardized testing which China knows doesn't work...they want our creativity...communicate 4 Ss success
A3 Students might have even greater global reach than teachers & take it for granted. Teachers can help guide them to knowledge.
A2: They require teachers to grow out of their comfort zones.
5th bilingual students connected with high school English learners from Switzerland, Two different cultures
A3: They're important for students to be active participants in our world, rather than misinformed, passive commentators.
A3 Grew up during the Cold War and there are still many countries who censor media. Information is knowledge.
You got it! Perspective is key for understanding how the world works!
Great to have one of NZ's edtech heroes on deck along with and GO NZ!
A3: global connections allow for Ss to realize the world is flat & that authentic learning can happen anytime & anyplace.
A3:eyeopening for Ss 2 see other places,cultures-anything that is diff from own environment Some Ss have never been out of city
A3: Connections important for Ss as they develop own mindsets. Inform, educate, expand horizons, problem solve, change the world
A3: Global connections important for perspectives & understanding of others points of views. "Learning is Global"
Thank you for hosting , and ! Have to step out!
THIS --->>> https://t.co/ScPJKp8lCb
A3: global connections allow for Ss to realize the world is flat & that authentic learning can happen anytime & anyplace.
Nice yet through GCs, they can experience the world! A3
A3: global perspectives are vital for not just students but teachers as well!
A3 pt 2 Knowledge plus empathy CAN created understanding. Hopefully, curiosity, too, which provides environment for change 4 good
A3 Can we honestly say we r preparing Ss for the world they will lead, if we don't understand the power of global connections?
Albert Your quote "Learning is Global" should be in every learning space around the world!
A3: Many of my students do not get travel opportunities so it's a great way to help my students see the world around them.
That's why I'm so excited Google Expeditions! A3
im jumping in, Stuart. Rosa Isiah, Principal, CA
A3 Our Ss need to function/compete in a 21st cent global economy.
A3) Vital that Ss go from global awareness to global citizenship. Ss must become active participants. https://t.co/vjoyO4z4Hb
Q3 Why are global connections educationally important for students?
A3 It’s like meeting that kid from across town at the park over a merry-go-round and finding differences don’t matter..
True and then it follows that "global knowledge is global power"
A3: The future belongs to those who can adapt. A global perspective prepares you for that.
A3 Can we say our mission is laying the foundation for Ss to feel fulfilled personally/prof if we dont offer global connections?
Welcome so true in tech, there are no borders!
Ditto. A3 https://t.co/KCOt01vy29
A3: Many of my students do not get travel opportunities so it's a great way to help my students see the world around them.
A3 because it gives Ss access to learning opportunities they might not be able to afford or be exposed to
Nice and ultimately leaders too! A3
I know! I had to travel to see what can be found on the Internet.
Amazing opps exist, waiting for Ts to tap into & unleash potential. Glad is leading the way. https://t.co/8Mp7sS8KF0
A3: global perspectives are vital for not just students but teachers as well!
A3 adult supervision is needed. It can be difficult being sure who is on the other end. Safety first I heard a lot at ..
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Q4 What are implications of global connections for local professional learning?
A3: There has never been a better time to use tech to expand our reach and focus. Forget textbooks and use the world!
Here is Q4 -->>> https://t.co/eeqHRhsbgc
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Q4 What are implications of global connections for local professional learning?
A3 It will create a deeper understanding of our similarities, that first we belong to the human race b4 any other.
Hey, textbooks are great for balancing uneven desks! A3
-Greetings from South Texas.
A3: Ss live connected, they need guidance as they reach out, if we don't help who will they reach? https://t.co/vqwMOUBpVc
A3 We spend 2 wks every summer NY because I don't want them to think where they live is indicative of the whole world.
I am excited to learn more about Google Expeditions!
Retweet Q4 -->> https://t.co/uvsphoBZdk
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Q4 What are implications of global connections for local professional learning?
A3:Our students are growing up in a global economy and need to be able to connect with different cultures Etc
Yes! We have to do what we can to provide these types of experiences. Love this insight!
NY is the best I can do for now, lol!
So nice and so true, we need to think and be as one, we basically all want the same things IMO.
A4 I think whether global or local, it's being able TO connect. Little PD is valuable, it's choice. Of course perspective 2
I agree & w/tech today, the opportunities U can bring into the CLSRM are endless
A4: the needs on a local level may not correlate to the needs of other countries and vice Versa.
“: Q3 Why are global connections educationally important for students? ” Kids living in WE-not ME world; PT crucial
Not long to wait now... I hope!
THIS -->>> https://t.co/zvjV86YHOl
A3 It will create a deeper understanding of our similarities, that first we belong to the human race b4 any other.
A4: Implications are to make your school/city/community known around the world. We can learn what others have done
A4: It allows Ts to individualize the PL they feel is needed for their own growth. Opportunities are limitless for Ts and Ss
A2: having expert educators who curate content makes it easier to find the good stuff. So many ideas stockpiled for my 1st yr!
Awesome the power of changing one letter!
A4 coaching and sorting time needed to take advantage of all the opportunities available.
A4: Harvesting ideas from around the world and growing them them to custom-fit at home creates a win-win and makes us BETTER!
A3: been said, but let's not forget Ss connect globally already w/ online game play etc...It's time for schools to get on board.
A4: New Zealanders running chats in Texas 😀
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Nice, we need to make all our students feel valued on a global level! A4
A4 We get bogged down in what the ISD perceives as the best road, this will expose us to alternative, possibly better ones.
Ts can have personalized PD in topics they need/want. No more cookie cutter lessons. Be real, meaningful, & powerful w/teaching
So true! That is one awesome and very large room! LOL. A4
That is exactly what we were thinking! And during
YES!
A4- We want to help connect students to professionals, Ts to relevant PD and much more!
A4 Vast connections make local learning a thing of the past. The knowledge and expertise of today's world is only a click away.
A4 It might help us crack the case of Ss we can't seem to reach, concepts we have tried to teach&are not shining through to Ss.
A4: local professional learning is no longer confined to who knows what in the building. We have 24/7 access to the world.
The personal touch of a local PLN is imperative, but the inspiration from a global PLN is priceless. https://t.co/GNmGRZSFi1
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Q4 What are implications of global connections for local professional learning?
Q4 forums like this one allow us to see what's happening in the world around us. Not just in our area.
Yes, students need to have many teachers and learning inspirations! A4
A4 Our learning grows and hopefully exponentially.
Both essential and important for different reasons IMO.
A4: my global PLN provides an abundance of perspectives, insights, & learning opportunities that greatly impact my leadership
A4 I also think we can see what impact we have on other communities and their learning.
A4 also, I have Skyped with several scientists that have real world experience. Ss LOVE this...so do guest Skypers!
A4 I’m not sure. Let’s find out!
Love the bridges concept. We are all connected whether we like it or not!
Because we are all educators of little humans! https://t.co/KLU4b4NCIH
A4: New Zealanders running chats in Texas 😀
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A4: It is important that we bring the global perspective into our local issues...our Ss need 2 understand the size of their world
THIS! Hi Rosa. One of my highlights last summer was connecting IRL in that workshop out in CA.
This is really important, most students tend to think small and often only local! A4
True! We must value the PD of other areas. Collaboration! Collaboration!
Q5 Should all teachers be required to be globally connected?
“: Awesome the power of changing one letter! ” Affective empathy & perspective talking must be we
A4: Students/teachers may realize that their points of view are not the only ones, or necessarily the best.
Keeping in mind that it just takes one interaction to inspire😃 https://t.co/9A3SqkDuAY
Yes, students need to have many teachers and learning inspirations! A4
it was GREAT to connect with you, Barbara. :)
Empathy is a key for us to have sustainable connections.
A5 If you create a culture that encourages it (with enthusiasm) then you won't have to require it.
Nice point, often it takes a while to find this one person!
Q5 My hope is that all teachers want to. I don't think "requiring" Ts is what we want. Compliance doesn't work.
Fair enough, what then? A5
A4: Expand your teacher horizons with GC. Learn more. Take risks. Change learning experiences for Ss. Be a game changer for kids.
A5: I believe that all ts should try to be globally connected. Once they try they will require it of themselves.
A5: Absolutely! How will teachers be able to help our students compete in the 21st century if they do not know themselves?
So true There is no excuse for not having time to grow & learn https://t.co/zNXBaXQ8jf
A4: local professional learning is no longer confined to who knows what in the building. We have 24/7 access to the world.
Love the last phrase. Ts have to be the changers! A4
You can't mandate "best practices" ... but all leaders have an ethical imperative to foster them. https://t.co/T95tkaOKPs
Q5 Should all teachers be required to be globally connected?
Nice Albert, nothing beats internal motivation! A5
agree 💯%. Ss live in a fish bowl and do not realize what else is out there. Locally or globally.
Q4) As Ts we need to think beyond our classroom walls. We need to create "fearless global learners". https://t.co/G6io7gglTR
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Q4 What are implications of global connections for local professional learning?
Q5: Encourage, but don't require. Admin should find ways to encourage / implement a global learning environment.
A5 Made to? Dunno. If belief isn’t there first I don’t think it’d fly. Maybe share learning including where inspiration came from
What if some teachers don't see it as a need?
A5 You can't force teachers to get connected. Let reluctant ones see the success of early adapters.
Awesome participants that's why!
Awesome participants that's why!
A5 not fond of requiring global connections for many reasons. Want to make it irresistible for teachers.
A5, like we do with students, model. Show the power, be evangelist. Like students, everyone needs to learn at own pace.
What if the reluctants don't see no matter how long? A5
What if the reluctants don't see no matter how long? A5
A5 The word "required" makes it a chore, how about we make it our mission to inspire teachers they are compelled!
A4 Connections on Twitter lead me to local events like . Makes big cities seem much smaller when u connect in person!
A5: Ts should be encouraged, trained and supported, but a requirement could turn many off and an opportunity could be lost
Too much PD scratches teachers where they don't itch. Good leaders cultivate strategic itches. https://t.co/19EQKDzt1y
What if some teachers don't see it as a need?
A5: Absolutely! Required is a strong word, but it's like asking "Are teachers required to be lifelong learners?" They better be.
That's why it should be required...they need to grow and see various perspectives!
Great metaphor and some very good advice!
A5: Authentic connection is not mandated...but we need to ensure that they understand the WHY for Ss sake
To some extent, I don't think 100% choice is ok.
A5) It is our duty to be globally connected because our . https://t.co/SnrWyts6k7
Q5 Should all teachers be required to be globally connected?
We shape the future. We need inspiration to take risks do what's best for Ss, even when it's not w/the majority
Nice Asael, love the notion/sense of duty! A5
Agreed! Bc some will never stretch themselves!
Some people get so blinded by the frustrations of being "forced," they miss out on the benefits
Nice idea Amber and sound advice!
A4 Like when the iPad came out.. Or Chrome? I didn’t know I needed one do bad. Share widely and be on the lookout.
Fair enough., how the reluctants be non-forced then into action?
Honestly, once the connection is made, it requires no more effort to connect globally.
Nice! Great advice and perception.
A5: The trick is to inspire them to want to be not force them to be. Show them the educational aspects and not just social.
A5 we can't mandate ethics. If we could, we could change the world. People have to see a need to change. We can only encourage.
Nice Heidi, maybe this is the key, give Ts reflection time to see what should be done!
A5: With any initiative it helps to have a core group of practitioners show how they use it and demonstrate benefits of doing so
It can just become apart of their already required lesson plans and vertical alignment.
a5 if they r serious about preparing our Ss for the future absolutely!
I agree, you are modeling
A5: Are we (edus) afraid of "required". If admins & Ts arent connected globally & were 2 be preparing students for next gen, how?
A5: the Q 4me: what can I do as a connected leader 2encouragd my teachers 2step out of our 4walls & into global connectivity
A5 1/2 The TTESS recommends that a distinguished educator integrated tech enhances mastery of goals, if connecting helps
I would also hope that Ts have the passion and thirst to continue learning and growing. https://t.co/F4zjxuAlOb
Q5: I would hope, through modeling, Ts won't feel "required." Instead, I would hope they would EMBRACE it! https://t.co/zIHOBJ7OVJ
Meet Ts where they are. Find Ts interests + connect them 2 global learning. Be willing to help them along the way.
Nice Aggie, if they're made to think from student and student futures back! A5
One of the largest benefits growing PLN! To think we connected on twitter and shared same stage at !
or should I say preparing them 4 toady
Nice Kristen, some Ts feel they don't need to be learners...sadly.
A5: The global connections all need to start with the campus principal & show its ok to make connections.
Q6. What are your top tips for becoming globally connected? So many great shares, can't believe we're almost done!
A5 2/2 if globally connecting helps aide the process of mastery of standards, then all Ts should to reach distinguished level
when leadership is modeling, the Ts will follow
Here is Q6 ---->>> https://t.co/7fYbwc6ipP
Q6. What are your top tips for becoming globally connected? So many great shares, can't believe we're almost done!
Nice, if they see the benefits in the classroom, they'll see the benefits for themselves.
Yes, must help, but sometimes we're fearful of what we don't know & folks need a push into the pool. https://t.co/Pu45en8AyA
Meet Ts where they are. Find Ts interests + connect them 2 global learning. Be willing to help them along the way.
Retweet Q6 -->>> https://t.co/eWTlQi6ulv
Q6. What are your top tips for becoming globally connected? So many great shares, can't believe we're almost done!
Mike from MD jumping in before signing off. Global ed is critical but must be integrated into what we do. Can't be 1 more thing.
A5 Just because you require it doesn't mean a Ts will do it effectively.
Q6 I started by "attending" a grade level chat then found more & more people whose ideas resonated, or didn't with mine.
A5 You have to have buy-in. Ts already have things at their disposal and do nothing with it.
So true! It's not about Us, it's about the Kids!
A6: have students create a blog with students from other countries and start collaborating!
I agree, can't be an add-on or come across as magic bullet.
how can u ask ur Ss2b life long learners if u don't practice it itself need 4 growth shouldn't stop
Q6 I also appreciate those whose ideas don't resonate with mine because it makes me think.
Yes! Some Ts don't know how 2 connect + don't want 2 fail. Already connected Ts should lead the way.
A6 Rn follow and make a list of global connections! I have a list made that I will use for , to connect over books!
Love the strong but subtle approach! A5
Making stick-in-the-muds adapt can be tough, but how do you force what could amount to change in job description?
A6 1st step, join TWITTER & Participate Chat!
A6: Top tips: Join educhats, connect on twitter, follow others, share stories
A6 Global doesn’t have to mean geographic. Mix it up with educators of other stripes serving other student populations..
We must practice as we preach! https://t.co/xAt0E72LNA
how can u ask ur Ss2b life long learners if u don't practice it itself need 4 growth shouldn't stop
I'm looking forward to the answers to this. I'm just getting started with Twitter. https://t.co/gIoyRDjf2G
Retweet Q6 -->>> https://t.co/eWTlQi6ulv
Q6. What are your top tips for becoming globally connected? So many great shares, can't believe we're almost done!
A6 Then I realized the value of having my class tweet. They loved it. Logistics for elementary of course, but can be done.
a6 Twitter connected educators, blogging, Google connected classroom hangouts, Skype classroom
A6: it's not about how many global connections you start with. It's just about starting. Pick a path to get u from ur A to ur B
Start little by little but the key is to start! A6
Vulnerability is key! You have to just step out there! https://t.co/U4RHRvkTJd
Q6. What are your top tips for becoming globally connected? So many great shares, can't believe we're almost done!
We're on the same page! :-) Those Ts who are already connected must lead the way. (We need the pool in this heat)
sounds amazing! Totally relevant for our f2f and global interactions!
A6: teachers must model global interests and incorporate it into everyday learning!
And with so much tied to our evaluations/observations, there isn't time to "play" and assimilate new
So true, I've run many chats but even I was little nervous before this ! LOL.
A5: Educators w/true passion for what they do make connections outside of the 4 classroom walls. Lead by example inspire Ts
TIME is huge for teachers to fail & learn and reflect!
A6 Checkout every other Thursday morning, or Thursday nights. Wednesday’s or Friday’s ..
A6 The obvious tip for global connection is to join chats such as this.
A6 Be willing to be challenged, open to new ideas and have someone help you along the way!
All teachers I agree need heroes and trailblazers to follow!
A6: Never be afraid to connect...reach out and use SM to your advantage...always be ready to learn anywhere, anytime
A6: Have , build your , read & share w/others, participate in
Yes and with the do more with less mantra cutting us thin, it's difficult to find it.
A6: Technology is a BIG tool in connecting globally. From articles, to blogs, to social media, to chats... it's endless!
So. Much. ! That's why it shouldn't be a requirement. However, there are admins and Ts who could make it work.
Mad props to ! The courage to fight through some nerves to add value to others! https://t.co/ILZIaNFdZU
So true, I've run many chats but even I was little nervous before this ! LOL.
Ts need to say NO more to breadth but more Yes to depth.
A6: look w/ in ur current building & ask who is connected. Follow who they follow & start creating own PLN. It's ok to move slow.
I'm all good now due to this awesome PLN!
A6 Use the connections we make to help connect our students.
if incredible Ts give incredible lessons, does everyone need to do one more thing?
you stole my answer to Q6! "Grow your PLN by following others in tonight!" That's how i've done it so far
I've really enjoyed this chat tonight everyone!
true Ts now have access 2experts from around the world no longer the sage on the stage
Your's and everyone else's contributions made it great fun!
Right. Which means the deeper part of this chat is turning ideas into action. How do we find the time?
This is my first time participating. Looking forward to the next one.
If it's important enough, we find it!
If it's important enough, we find it!
Grt chat tonight Love our community of learners in . Thanks for leading Best Prof Dev
And in our brains and in our schools and in our
Thank you, I've been given a lot of food for thought!
Thanks for your great input!
See you again next week. Same bat time, same bat channel
