#akedchat Archive | Participate

Tch2LrnAK Mar 6 @ 11:00 PM EST

It's time! Happening NOW! #AKedchat, talking a/b expanding opportunities for every student, everywhere! #astechat #plrnchat #k12 #aklearns

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Participate in the upcoming #akedchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/0shmUYfAWp

Tch2LrnAK Mar 6 @ 11:01 PM EST

Welcome to #AKedchat! Q1: Introductions, please!

InspiredImpact Mar 6 @ 11:02 PM EST

#akedchat A1: Tammy Morris, 21st Century Learning Specialist, coming to you live from Nunapitchuk!

rownbey Mar 6 @ 11:02 PM EST

A1 Rylee Ownbey, Gilson Middle School, Valdez, AK special education teacher #akedchat

verystillnorth Mar 6 @ 11:02 PM EST

A1: Erika, Dillingham, 6th grade teacher #akedchat

Alaskamath Mar 6 @ 11:02 PM EST

A1 - Cecilia Miller, Juneau, Teacher Supporter #AKedchat

Tch2LrnAK Mar 6 @ 11:01 PM EST

Welcome to #AKedchat! Q1: Introductions, please!

spiraledu Mar 6 @ 11:02 PM EST

hi #akedchat Sue, 3rd Grade teacher at Fort Yukon School. Looking forward to talking about opportunities!

In reply to @Tch2LrnAK

Kate_Muelling Mar 6 @ 11:03 PM EST

A1: Katherine Muelling, Math Foundations in Kodiak. #akedchat

SyrahPetersen Mar 6 @ 11:03 PM EST

A1: k12 EdTech coach/IT collaborator in Anchorage #akedchat

joerobison907 Mar 6 @ 11:03 PM EST

Joe- MS teacher in Valdez-- good to be here #akedchat

nick_schumacher Mar 6 @ 11:03 PM EST

Nick from Galena. Happy to learn with you all this evening! #akedchat

WalterMuelling Mar 6 @ 11:03 PM EST

Walter Muelling, Director of Orchestras on Kodiak Island. #akedchat

Tch2LrnAK Mar 6 @ 11:04 PM EST

Q2: Tell a bit more a/b the setting in which you impact Ss each day. #akedchat

InspiredImpact Mar 6 @ 11:04 PM EST

Welcome, Sarah!! It's good to see you here! #akedchat

In reply to @SyrahPetersen

InspiredImpact Mar 6 @ 11:04 PM EST

What a great group in #akedchat tonight!

DianneGrupp Mar 6 @ 11:04 PM EST

A1 Dianne , 8th gr. Math #akedchat

Dan_Polta Mar 6 @ 11:04 PM EST

A1 Dan Polta DBSD superintendent #akedchat

Tch2LrnAK Mar 6 @ 11:05 PM EST

Q1/2: Tammy Van Wyhe, Superintendent @CRSDAK Thanks for joining #akedchat tonight!

In reply to @CRSDAK

nick_schumacher Mar 6 @ 11:05 PM EST

We serve about 300 9-12 students from all corners of Alaska #akedchat

joerobison907 Mar 6 @ 11:06 PM EST

A2. Gilson Middle has about 130 MS students- I have all 7th/8th graders, but very much involved with all students on a daily basis #akedchat

Dan_Polta Mar 6 @ 11:06 PM EST

A2 225 brick and mortar 700 correspondence #akedchat

Kate_Muelling Mar 6 @ 11:06 PM EST

A2: I've got a cozy little classroom serving about 60 MS students in all. #akedchat

Tch2LrnAK Mar 6 @ 11:07 PM EST

Q3: Use what inspires you to inspire others. Share out! #akedchat

InspiredImpact Mar 6 @ 11:07 PM EST

Q2: Hard question 4 me I hope 2 impact many Ss statewide by providing PD 4 their Ts.Also support 200 Ss by serving as Sch Imp Cch. #akedchat

WalterMuelling Mar 6 @ 11:07 PM EST

A2 I serve roughly 120 students from 6-12th grade in town and a handful in the villages virtually. #akedchat

spiraledu Mar 6 @ 11:07 PM EST

I have 9 wonderful inquisitive 3rd graders (2 sets of twins!) there are 100 students k-12, mostly Gwich'in #akedchat

In reply to @Tch2LrnAK

spiraledu Mar 6 @ 11:08 PM EST

WOW! That's a big number of correspondence! #akedchat what grades?

In reply to @Dan_Polta

joerobison907 Mar 6 @ 11:08 PM EST

I'm your student right now-- you're impacting me in an inspiring way #akedchat

In reply to @InspiredImpact

Alaskamath Mar 6 @ 11:08 PM EST

A2: Statewide serve all students by supporting district central office primarily. #akedchat

DianneGrupp Mar 6 @ 11:08 PM EST

Transcient population with CG. And others than haven't left the state. 150 8th graders/day. #akedchat

spiraledu Mar 6 @ 11:10 PM EST

#akedchat loved seeing the picture of your distance orchestra. hard to travel with all cuts, might be the future!

In reply to @WalterMuelling

joerobison907 Mar 6 @ 11:10 PM EST

A3. This quote inspires me daily #akedchat

verystillnorth Mar 6 @ 11:10 PM EST

Just got #tlap today. Inspiring me #akedchat

rownbey Mar 6 @ 11:11 PM EST

A3 Ss doing what they didn't think they could. Here is 1 of mine building her first website quote "Mrs. O I feel so accomplished!" #akedchat

SyrahPetersen Mar 6 @ 11:11 PM EST

A3: watching eyes light up with understanding, wonder, and curiosity! #learningisjoyful #akedchat

Tch2LrnAK Mar 6 @ 11:11 PM EST

Q2: @CRSDAK = road system rural. 3 schools + home school program. 470 Ss district-wide. BEST Ss & Ts in #alaska! #akedchat

Tch2LrnAK Mar 6 @ 11:04 PM EST

Q2: Tell a bit more a/b the setting in which you impact Ss each day. #akedchat

WalterMuelling Mar 6 @ 11:11 PM EST

A3 ARNOLD! #akedchat

joerobison907 Mar 6 @ 11:11 PM EST

This quote does not inspire me---ever #akedchat

InspiredImpact Mar 6 @ 11:11 PM EST

#akedchat A3:

nick_schumacher Mar 6 @ 11:11 PM EST

I would like to learn more about your virtual orchestra instruction. We struggle to offer any music courses. #akedchat

WalterMuelling Mar 6 @ 11:07 PM EST

A2 I serve roughly 120 students from 6-12th grade in town and a handful in the villages virtually. #akedchat

Alaskamath Mar 6 @ 11:12 PM EST

I have that book on my desk as SE Island used it for their in service 😀 #akedchat

In reply to @verystillnorth

joerobison907 Mar 6 @ 11:12 PM EST

great book-- he's coming to Homer Aug. 3 #akedchat

In reply to @verystillnorth

Tch2LrnAK Mar 6 @ 11:12 PM EST

Yea, @rownbey! You're my new #twitter hero! #akedchat

In reply to @rownbey

rownbey Mar 6 @ 11:02 PM EST

A1 Rylee Ownbey, Gilson Middle School, Valdez, AK special education teacher #akedchat

SyrahPetersen Mar 6 @ 11:12 PM EST

Darn it #akedchat I am out of juice on all devices. Not sure how much longer I will be participating ;-(

Tch2LrnAK Mar 6 @ 11:13 PM EST

Q4: How are YOU (personally) expanding opps for Ss? Share your best ideas. #akedchat

InspiredImpact Mar 6 @ 11:13 PM EST

Just talking about his keynote w @CruffLonny a few minutes ago. He is truly inspiring! #akedchat

In reply to @joerobison907, @CruffLonny

rownbey Mar 6 @ 11:13 PM EST

right back at ya! my all round hero for 6 years now!! #akedchat

Kate_Muelling Mar 6 @ 11:13 PM EST

A3: Gave Ss two options, told them one was more difficult-Ss all took the more difficult one, and one said "Yes, a challenge!" #akedchat

Tch2LrnAK Mar 6 @ 11:14 PM EST

What an amazing crew on #akedchat tonight! Awesome to see so many in the growing #aktwittertribe!

rownbey Mar 6 @ 11:14 PM EST

Right back at ya! You've been my all round hero for 6 years ;) #akedchat

In reply to @Tch2LrnAK

spiraledu Mar 6 @ 11:14 PM EST

My internet is slow so now pic from me: "I failed over & over & over again, that's why I succeed" Michael Jordan (my S love Bball) #akedchat

SyrahPetersen Mar 6 @ 11:15 PM EST

A4: I believe and advocate for active vs passive learning (with out without tech!) #akedchat

spiraledu Mar 6 @ 11:15 PM EST

wow! I would be so interested to see how correspondence works in the lower grades! #akedchat

In reply to @Dan_Polta

nick_schumacher Mar 6 @ 11:15 PM EST

Through grant funding we are able to send students to visit industry partners with our CTE courses. Real life experiences. #akedchat

WalterMuelling Mar 6 @ 11:15 PM EST

A4 I created an executive board in my top orchestra and now make them do things a lot. Delegating is learning, right? #akedchat

spiraledu Mar 6 @ 11:17 PM EST

he has lots of great quotes another good one is "always turn a negative situation into a positive one" #akedchat

In reply to @joerobison907

Dan_Polta Mar 6 @ 11:17 PM EST

A4 encouraged students to select the review method that worked for them #akedchat

joerobison907 Mar 6 @ 11:17 PM EST

A4. starting 2 use Google Sites to create Ss portfolios (thx @rownbey) -also trying 2 get some global collaboration going 4 my Ss #akedchat

In reply to @rownbey

hilgerl Mar 6 @ 11:17 PM EST

Joining late tonight. #akedchat

Tch2LrnAK Mar 6 @ 11:17 PM EST

A4: when I taught hs ELA at Kenny Lake, my Ss connected w/ Ss in other states via @BLTNTeachers Network. #lifechanging for all. #akedchat

Tch2LrnAK Mar 6 @ 11:13 PM EST

Q4: How are YOU (personally) expanding opps for Ss? Share your best ideas. #akedchat

nick_schumacher Mar 6 @ 11:17 PM EST

A4. we build our CTE offerings and TechPrep courses to give all kids that one one a vocational certification in a field of choice #akedchat

InspiredImpact Mar 6 @ 11:17 PM EST

#akedchat A4: I expected great things from my classroom students, and I made sure they knew it.

DianneGrupp Mar 6 @ 11:17 PM EST

A3 watching them succeed #akedchat

rownbey Mar 6 @ 11:18 PM EST

A4 Looking to fine tune my skill, always looking 4 ways 2 grow, most recently w/#twitter & learning @GoogleEd seeking Ss feedback #akedchat

In reply to @GoogleEd

verystillnorth Mar 6 @ 11:18 PM EST

I know! We are looking at him for #aste2018 too. See what pans out #akedchat

In reply to @joerobison907

Kate_Muelling Mar 6 @ 11:18 PM EST

A4: My students (who are mine because they struggle in math) have become leaders in their grade-level math class - confidence! #akedchat

Tch2LrnAK Mar 6 @ 11:18 PM EST

Welcome @hilgerl #akedchat

In reply to @hilgerl

hilgerl Mar 6 @ 11:17 PM EST

Joining late tonight. #akedchat

DianneGrupp Mar 6 @ 11:18 PM EST

A4 @Desmos!! #akedchat

In reply to @Desmos

Tch2LrnAK Mar 6 @ 11:19 PM EST

Q5: What a/b in your school or district? What's happening to expand opportunities for Ss in your neck of the woods? #akedchat

joerobison907 Mar 6 @ 11:19 PM EST

that would be nothing short of AWESOME-- @gcouros was unbelievable-- you could have him back anytime and be fine #akedchat

In reply to @verystillnorth, @gcouros

Prather_Nation Mar 6 @ 11:19 PM EST

Joining in late from Alabama. Nathan Prather. Band Director. Childersburg High #akedchat

rownbey Mar 6 @ 11:20 PM EST

This is one of my favorites #akedchat

In reply to @InspiredImpact

nick_schumacher Mar 6 @ 11:20 PM EST

A4.3 We are looking at student portfolios. I.e a document our Ss can show potential employers about mastery of industry standards. #akedchat

Prather_Nation Mar 6 @ 11:20 PM EST

A4: There is so much technology out there. So many fun games that I am trying to explore and implement. #akedchat

WalterMuelling Mar 6 @ 11:20 PM EST

A5 We run a virtual band and orchestra program for students in village schools. I think it's pretty neat. #akedchat

Dan_Polta Mar 6 @ 11:21 PM EST

A5 intensive classes for one week on a focus topic or with our DNP partners #akedchat

InspiredImpact Mar 6 @ 11:21 PM EST

I LOVE this! Thanks for sharing it! #akedchat

In reply to @rownbey

KDA_AK Mar 6 @ 11:22 PM EST

Kelly Auer, science teacher in ANC #akedchat

WalterMuelling Mar 6 @ 11:22 PM EST

We mostly work in a virtual classroom using BlueJeans to meet & SmartMusic for repertoire. It's far from perfect. #akedchat

In reply to @nick_schumacher

Tch2LrnAK Mar 6 @ 11:22 PM EST

A5: @CRSDAK variable term schedule is the bomb-dignity! Check it out at https://t.co/Pb8SkatXYn #akedchat

In reply to @CRSDAK

Tch2LrnAK Mar 6 @ 11:19 PM EST

Q5: What a/b in your school or district? What's happening to expand opportunities for Ss in your neck of the woods? #akedchat

Tch2LrnAK Mar 6 @ 11:22 PM EST

A5: @CRSDAK variable term schedule is the bomb-dignity! Check it out at https://t.co/7Ky7aACzTw #akedchat https://t.co/WFTyWQRGke

In reply to @CRSDAK

Tch2LrnAK Mar 6 @ 11:19 PM EST

Q5: What a/b in your school or district? What's happening to expand opportunities for Ss in your neck of the woods? #akedchat

nick_schumacher Mar 6 @ 11:23 PM EST

A5. We offer a 3800 stdt correspondence program and a 225 student boarding school. #akedchat

joerobison907 Mar 6 @ 11:23 PM EST

A5. MS is having another session of Ss #EdCamps on March 24-these sometimes spark interest b/c of opportunities the sessions offer #akedchat

verystillnorth Mar 6 @ 11:23 PM EST

welcome to twitter Kelly. #akedchat

In reply to @KDA_AK

WalterMuelling Mar 6 @ 11:23 PM EST

I could give you a tour of it sometime if you would like. It's definitely unique! #akedchat

In reply to @nick_schumacher

Dan_Polta Mar 6 @ 11:24 PM EST

A5 In Pakistan we did virtual science fairs and even a virtual swim meet when teams couldn't travel #akedchat

Alaskamath Mar 6 @ 11:24 PM EST

#akedchat A3Technology is just a tool. In terms of getting the kids working together and motivating them, the teacher is the most important.

nick_schumacher Mar 6 @ 11:24 PM EST

Welcome to #akedchat! Great conversation tonight!

In reply to @KDA_AK

Tch2LrnAK Mar 6 @ 11:24 PM EST

Yes! Welcome @Prather_Nation! Alabama joining Alaskans! A-states unite! #akedchat

In reply to @Prather_Nation

Prather_Nation Mar 6 @ 11:19 PM EST

Joining in late from Alabama. Nathan Prather. Band Director. Childersburg High #akedchat

rownbey Mar 6 @ 11:24 PM EST

@GmsHuskies #edcamps have created quite a buzz Ts and Ss alike have had enriching opportunities to grow #akedchat

In reply to @GmsHuskies

Tch2LrnAK Mar 6 @ 11:25 PM EST

Q6: Borrow from the best! What are OTHERS doing to expand opps for Ss that should be shared? (Share out links, if you have 'em!) #akedchat

Tch2LrnAK Mar 6 @ 11:25 PM EST

A5... this is awesome, @WalterMuelling ! Would love to know more. #akedchat

In reply to @WalterMuelling

WalterMuelling Mar 6 @ 11:20 PM EST

A5 We run a virtual band and orchestra program for students in village schools. I think it's pretty neat. #akedchat

joerobison907 Mar 6 @ 11:25 PM EST

Welcome Nathan-- I frequently visit #ALedchat - great chat you guys have with @Jennifer_Hogan #akedchat

In reply to @Prather_Nation, @Jennifer_Hogan

nick_schumacher Mar 6 @ 11:25 PM EST

Thank you, I will take you up on that idea. We would love to find ways to include a music offering! #akedchat

WalterMuelling Mar 6 @ 11:23 PM EST

I could give you a tour of it sometime if you would like. It's definitely unique! #akedchat
In reply to @nick_schumacher

InspiredImpact Mar 6 @ 11:25 PM EST

Welcome to #akedchat, Kelly!

In reply to @KDA_AK

rownbey Mar 6 @ 11:25 PM EST

Virtual is awesome. I am prepping for a virtual #studentlediep this week #akedchat

In reply to @Dan_Polta

Tch2LrnAK Mar 6 @ 11:26 PM EST

Welcome @KDA_AK! #akedchat

In reply to @KDA_AK

KDA_AK Mar 6 @ 11:22 PM EST

Kelly Auer, science teacher in ANC #akedchat

nick_schumacher Mar 6 @ 11:26 PM EST

I hear @GMSHuskyPride runs student #edcamp ! @joerobison907 #akedchat

In reply to @GMSHuskyPride, @joerobison907

rownbey Mar 6 @ 11:26 PM EST

This sounds so amazing to me!! #akedchat

In reply to @WalterMuelling

Tch2LrnAK Mar 6 @ 11:27 PM EST

That's a LOT of Ss @nick_schumacher! #awesome #akedchat

In reply to @nick_schumacher

nick_schumacher Mar 6 @ 11:23 PM EST

A5. We offer a 3800 stdt correspondence program and a 225 student boarding school. #akedchat

joerobison907 Mar 6 @ 11:27 PM EST

i'm excited about it... hoping to tweak it this last quarter, then go full with it the entire year next year #akedchat

In reply to @SyrahPetersen

Prather_Nation Mar 6 @ 11:27 PM EST

A:6 https://t.co/zq8OjnDlrf @EarSketch has been a fun coding website that allows you to create music through code. #techinmusic #akedchat

In reply to @EarSketch

verystillnorth Mar 6 @ 11:27 PM EST

A6: @Tch2LrnAK SWRSD is doing exploration weeks where students do intensive work with one elective for a week. Great stuff. #akedchat

In reply to @Tch2LrnAK

Tch2LrnAK Mar 6 @ 11:27 PM EST

Me too, @WalterMuelling! #akedchat

In reply to @WalterMuelling

WalterMuelling Mar 6 @ 11:23 PM EST

I could give you a tour of it sometime if you would like. It's definitely unique! #akedchat
In reply to @nick_schumacher

SyrahPetersen Mar 6 @ 11:28 PM EST

under explore enter #akedchat and then select latest tab. That's how I see the whole convo!

In reply to @KDA_AK

joerobison907 Mar 6 @ 11:28 PM EST

A6. I just got a weather station I ordered in-- we are going to start a MS Weather Team and hopefully become a reporting station #akedchat

Alaskamath Mar 6 @ 11:28 PM EST

#akedchat A4: When in the bush, connecting with local resources. Ally Zirkle did an animal track activity with my students (pre musher days)

joerobison907 Mar 6 @ 11:29 PM EST

A6. I also am thinking of dabbling in Student Podcasting--thinking of getting that going to show learning and add to Ss portfolios #akedchat

Dan_Polta Mar 6 @ 11:29 PM EST

Making mozzarella whileI #akedchat

hilgerl Mar 6 @ 11:30 PM EST

A5: STEMs connected to b community; Ss using YouTube to defend readiness for band performance; Ss as Global Warriors for a cause #akedchat

nick_schumacher Mar 6 @ 11:30 PM EST

Perhaps @Tch2LrnAK could share something about ConnectEd ? #akedchat

In reply to @Tch2LrnAK

joerobison907 Mar 6 @ 11:30 PM EST

I have also connected with @jcaseydesign and a group of FL teachers who are starting Ss EdCamps- we are collaborating together #akedchat

In reply to @jcaseydesign

InspiredImpact Mar 6 @ 11:30 PM EST

Or use https://t.co/Ls9tkPjCtJ and add a column (tap +, then Search #akedchat, add column). #akedchat

In reply to @KDA_AK, @SyrahPetersen

Tch2LrnAK Mar 6 @ 11:31 PM EST

Q7: Aren't the basics enough? Why bother expanding opps? What's your two-cents' worth? #akedchat

hilgerl Mar 6 @ 11:31 PM EST

A5: Schedules that allow for open labs/power hours where Ss are in charge of their schedule #akedchat

Kate_Muelling Mar 6 @ 11:31 PM EST

#akedchat Nothing beats fresh mozz - it's one of our favorites! And so easy to make.

In reply to @Dan_Polta

rownbey Mar 6 @ 11:31 PM EST

A6 I am currently writing my thesis on #studentlediep Amazing 2 work side by side w/exceptional Ss giving opp 4 them 2 succeed #akedchat

KDA_AK Mar 6 @ 11:31 PM EST

A4: I use a lot of biotech I got through grants - electrophoresis, Sds-page, etc. Made kits for other tchrs to use w/their ss #akedchat

joerobison907 Mar 6 @ 11:31 PM EST

this is awesome-- GMS is fortunate to have @rownbey working with our kids #akedchat

In reply to @rownbey, @rownbey

nick_schumacher Mar 6 @ 11:32 PM EST

I wish we were @joerobison907 , We simply haven't the bandwidth out here. #akedchat

In reply to @joerobison907

joerobison907 Mar 6 @ 11:21 PM EST

are you guys a Google Classroom district?
In reply to @nick_schumacher

hilgerl Mar 6 @ 11:33 PM EST

A7: Only certainty is uncertainty. 65%= new number of jobs don't exist yet. We have to make them uncomfortable in a good way! #akedchat

Alaskamath Mar 6 @ 11:33 PM EST

A7 Because we never know what will reach students interest and needs. #akedchat

Tch2LrnAK Mar 6 @ 11:31 PM EST

Q7: Aren't the basics enough? Why bother expanding opps? What's your two-cents' worth? #akedchat

Kate_Muelling Mar 6 @ 11:33 PM EST

A7: We need to prepare Ss for the world they are entering, not the one we entered. It's a different place requiring unique skills. #akedchat

joerobison907 Mar 6 @ 11:33 PM EST

A7. Because if we don't, who will? #akedchat

WalterMuelling Mar 6 @ 11:33 PM EST

A7 More options for students means a higher chance of liking classes or liking school in general. Unhappy kids don't learn well. #akedchat

Tch2LrnAK Mar 6 @ 11:34 PM EST

Gotcha beat! At a #SIX concert w/ mom & sister in @bransonmissouri while tweeting for #akedchat. What a show...what a chat!

In reply to @Dan_Polta, @bransonmissouri

Kate_Muelling Mar 6 @ 11:34 PM EST

#akedchat So important.

In reply to @WalterMuelling

hilgerl Mar 6 @ 11:34 PM EST

A7: Learning happens everywhere-it's just a matter of allowing and exposing our Ss to that w intentionality #akedchat

rownbey Mar 6 @ 11:34 PM EST

A7 Ed shouldn't happen TO Ss! Ss should shape design&analyze their edu Ts need to do what's never been done so Ss can do the same #akedchat

Tch2LrnAK Mar 6 @ 11:35 PM EST

Posted the link to lots of resources. Check it out https://t.co/Pb8SkatXYn #akedchat

nick_schumacher Mar 6 @ 11:30 PM EST

Perhaps @Tch2LrnAK could share something about ConnectEd ? #akedchat
In reply to @Tch2LrnAK

Tch2LrnAK Mar 6 @ 11:35 PM EST

Posted the link to lots of resources. Check it out https://t.co/zxXbitzLOj #akedchat https://t.co/afFghwleSZ

nick_schumacher Mar 6 @ 11:30 PM EST

Perhaps @Tch2LrnAK could share something about ConnectEd ? #akedchat
In reply to @Tch2LrnAK

Alaskamath Mar 6 @ 11:35 PM EST

A6 I hear those Digital Teaching Initiative grantees are leading the way. Creating a network to continue the work. #akedchat

Tch2LrnAK Mar 6 @ 11:25 PM EST

Q6: Borrow from the best! What are OTHERS doing to expand opps for Ss that should be shared? (Share out links, if you have 'em!) #akedchat

InspiredImpact Mar 6 @ 11:35 PM EST

#akedchat A7: I never want 2 limit S achievements by my own boxed thinking. Give them all the opportunities possible & watch them break out!

SyrahPetersen Mar 6 @ 11:35 PM EST

A7: the basics aren't enuf. S need to practice, apple, refine and retry. If we only teach basics, we only scratch the surface. #akedchat

Prather_Nation Mar 6 @ 11:35 PM EST

A7: if we only stick with what we have it is what we will always get. #akedchat

nick_schumacher Mar 6 @ 11:35 PM EST

A7. Innovation, engagement, passion, creation, exploration, joy, inquiry... #akedchat

Tch2LrnAK Mar 6 @ 11:31 PM EST

Q7: Aren't the basics enough? Why bother expanding opps? What's your two-cents' worth? #akedchat

DianneGrupp Mar 6 @ 11:35 PM EST

A7 it allows Ss the opportunity to discover what they are interested in. #akedchat

joerobison907 Mar 6 @ 11:36 PM EST

spent a lot of time in Branson when I lived in OK-- very nice #akedchat

In reply to @Tch2LrnAK, @Dan_Polta, @bransonmissouri

Prather_Nation Mar 6 @ 11:37 PM EST

#akedchat

In reply to @WalterMuelling, @EricWhitacre

Tch2LrnAK Mar 6 @ 11:38 PM EST

Q8: Time to dream! If you could do anything to expand opps for Ss, what would you do? #akedchat

Prather_Nation Mar 6 @ 11:38 PM EST

#akedchat

In reply to @WalterMuelling, @EricWhitacre

InspiredImpact Mar 6 @ 11:38 PM EST

DEDICATION!! That's our Tammy! #akedchat

In reply to @Tch2LrnAK, @Dan_Polta, @bransonmissouri

Prather_Nation Mar 6 @ 11:38 PM EST

#akedchat

Prather_Nation Mar 6 @ 11:23 PM EST

https://t.co/eVPNW4fmio check this out. Super neat idea Eric Whitacre and his crew put together.
In reply to @WalterMuelling

InspiredImpact Mar 6 @ 11:40 PM EST

Yep! Stay tuned for AK TEACH and #AkPLN collaboration! Keeping the great work going! #akedchat

In reply to @Alaskamath

Dan_Polta Mar 6 @ 11:40 PM EST

A8 Make part of school/ class is driven by what they want to learn, so they learn how to find and explore their passions #akedchat

Prather_Nation Mar 6 @ 11:40 PM EST

A8: More Electives. So many opps for kids that funds will not allow. Find their passion. #akedchat

KDA_AK Mar 6 @ 11:40 PM EST

A7: basics are by definition the foundation for something more. Giving opp for ss to achieve & learn more is how they get to great #akedchat

joerobison907 Mar 6 @ 11:40 PM EST

A8. first try to break students traditional view of what school is and its purpose- start them over with a unique experience #akedchat

rownbey Mar 6 @ 11:41 PM EST

A8 100% Ss driven lessons Ss choose content and path to demonstrate their learning while I come along side to support and guide #akedchat

InspiredImpact Mar 6 @ 11:41 PM EST

#akedchat A8: Drastically reduce PTR!

hilgerl Mar 6 @ 11:42 PM EST

A8: 100% student driven; Reduce content to SEL/HOM, ELA, Math, make logistics wide open so career/life exploration can happen #akedchat

WalterMuelling Mar 6 @ 11:42 PM EST

A8 Buy instruments for all of my kids so they don't have to share anymore! Also trips & side-by-side concerts with other schools. #akedchat

KDA_AK Mar 6 @ 11:42 PM EST

A8: industry internships even for kids w/no idea how to fill out all those forms & w/no folks able to do it for them #akedchat

joerobison907 Mar 6 @ 11:42 PM EST

A8 coffee pots in every classroom #akedchat

InspiredImpact Mar 6 @ 11:43 PM EST

#akedchat A8: This allows Ts to personalize student learning so much more effectively.

hilgerl Mar 6 @ 11:43 PM EST

A8: Have community stakeholder group be part of reviewing projects and providing feedback all year long #akedchat

Tch2LrnAK Mar 6 @ 11:44 PM EST

Q9: Keep going! Once you start dreaming, don't stop! Expand on your DREAM idea for expanding opps for Ss. #akedchat

Alaskamath Mar 6 @ 11:44 PM EST

A8: A statewide course selection for Ss with multiple modes of delivery. Allowing Ss to be able to meet their needs and interest. #akedchat

WalterMuelling Mar 6 @ 11:44 PM EST

Can I get an Amen!? #akedchat

joerobison907 Mar 6 @ 11:42 PM EST

A8 coffee pots in every classroom #akedchat

InspiredImpact Mar 6 @ 11:44 PM EST

HAHAHAHA! And hot chocolate - my coffee :) #akedchat

In reply to @joerobison907

hilgerl Mar 6 @ 11:45 PM EST

A8: Make it like google runs #akedchat

joerobison907 Mar 6 @ 11:46 PM EST

A9. Have a classroom partnership on another continent to share work with and give each other feedback #shrinktheworld #akedchat

Alaskamath Mar 6 @ 11:46 PM EST

This would definitely provide an authentic audience. #akedchat

hilgerl Mar 6 @ 11:43 PM EST

A8: Have community stakeholder group be part of reviewing projects and providing feedback all year long #akedchat

hilgerl Mar 6 @ 11:46 PM EST

A8: not only would assessment have to include community stakeholder, but other Ss. They would determine readiness with exploration #akedchat

InspiredImpact Mar 6 @ 11:46 PM EST

#akedchat A9: Envision a small close group in a clsrm, w parents involved, all comfortable and pursuing their own passions while lng basics.

joerobison907 Mar 6 @ 11:47 PM EST

A9. also create community partnerships with local entities that could give my Ss problems to help solve- hospital, electric, etc.. #akedchat

Prather_Nation Mar 6 @ 11:48 PM EST

A9: More internships and businesses builidng partnerships with schools. More opps other thancollege. It's college and CAREER Ready #akedchat

KDA_AK Mar 6 @ 11:48 PM EST

#akedchat A9:Ss pick dream jobs & are individually mentored on how to get experience & schooling needed to make it happen.

nick_schumacher Mar 6 @ 11:48 PM EST

So Right @joerobison907 myopic perceptions are dangerous. Allow kids to experience the perceptions and understandings of others! #akedchat

joerobison907 Mar 6 @ 11:46 PM EST

A9. Have a classroom partnership on another continent to share work with and give each other feedback #shrinktheworld #akedchat

cpoole27 Mar 6 @ 11:49 PM EST

"Three Things Great Teachers Do Differently" thought I'd share https://t.co/UW2vVD9Odm #TOSAchat #akedchat

hilgerl Mar 6 @ 11:49 PM EST

A9: Traditional grade levels and grades in general would go away. It would all be about learning goals and progress on those goals #akedchat

Alaskamath Mar 6 @ 11:49 PM EST

#akedchat Provide Ss the opportunity to collaborate on projects statewide. Helping to break down the rural/urban divide in Alaska.

rownbey Mar 6 @ 11:49 PM EST

A9 data tied 2 S interest No grade levels No trad grade system A fave memory from @crsdak was S asking me which grade he was in! #akedchat

In reply to @CRSDAK

Tch2LrnAK Mar 6 @ 11:51 PM EST

Q10: 3 months remain in the school year. What can you do NOW (before end of this SY) to expand opps for Ss? #akedchat

nick_schumacher Mar 6 @ 11:51 PM EST

Awesome! @Alaskamath there are real issues in the state. Students can collaborate to help become part of the solution! #akedchat

Alaskamath Mar 6 @ 11:49 PM EST

#akedchat Provide Ss the opportunity to collaborate on projects statewide. Helping to break down the rural/urban divide in Alaska.

hilgerl Mar 6 @ 11:52 PM EST

A10: Work harder on supporting Ts so they meet their student impact goals, ultimately providing Ss more opps. #akedchat

InspiredImpact Mar 6 @ 11:53 PM EST

#akedchat A10: Start this same discussion with the Ts of the sch I coach. What is happening in the sch & clsrms to give kids opps?

Tch2LrnAK Mar 6 @ 11:53 PM EST

LOVE this @hilgerl! Yes! Imagine if every classroom, school, & district ran that way! #akedchat #SkysTheLimit #geniushoureveryhour

hilgerl Mar 6 @ 11:45 PM EST

A8: Make it like google runs #akedchat

nick_schumacher Mar 6 @ 11:53 PM EST

A10 There might be one student in your school that needs a little encouragement tomorrow. Let that kid know you believe in them! #akedchat

Prather_Nation Mar 6 @ 11:53 PM EST

Q10: join out of state twitter chats!! So interesting learning the struggles and successes of AKed #akedchat break down the barriers.

Alaskamath Mar 6 @ 11:53 PM EST

A10: Share with this motivated group any opportunity that come my way! #akedchat

Tch2LrnAK Mar 6 @ 11:51 PM EST

Q10: 3 months remain in the school year. What can you do NOW (before end of this SY) to expand opps for Ss? #akedchat

InspiredImpact Mar 6 @ 11:54 PM EST

YES! Be the difference in a child's life. One matters. #akedchat

In reply to @nick_schumacher

joerobison907 Mar 6 @ 11:54 PM EST

A10. allow them to take a risk or two in their learning-- better yet, model taking a risk or two in your teaching #akedchat

Tch2LrnAK Mar 6 @ 11:54 PM EST

Absolutely @Prather_Nation! #Twitter expands opps for Ts just as innovative, collaborative Ts expand opps for Ss. #BetterTogether #akedchat

Prather_Nation Mar 6 @ 11:53 PM EST

Q10: join out of state twitter chats!! So interesting learning the struggles and successes of AKed #akedchat break down the barriers.

nick_schumacher Mar 6 @ 11:55 PM EST

A10 Opportunities for learning & growth are EVERYWHERE. Build the culture where people are willing to take the leap towards growth #akedchat

rownbey Mar 6 @ 11:55 PM EST

A10 shape lessons based on S feedback&interest We r blogging, bldng websites, videoing how 2 solve math probs, collab on content #akedchat

nick_schumacher Mar 6 @ 11:55 PM EST

This is it! #akedchat

joerobison907 Mar 6 @ 11:54 PM EST

A10. allow them to take a risk or two in their learning-- better yet, model taking a risk or two in your teaching #akedchat

WalterMuelling Mar 6 @ 11:55 PM EST

A10 That's a good question. I think I'll ask my students tomorrow and see what they say. #akedchat

Tch2LrnAK Mar 6 @ 11:56 PM EST

ONE last thing: Add your Twitter handle to the #AKtwittertribe roster. Follow 'em all & grow your PLN! #akedchat https://t.co/jVT31P8hGj

joerobison907 Mar 6 @ 11:56 PM EST

great idea-- ask students-- it's great feedback #akedchat

In reply to @WalterMuelling

Tch2LrnAK Mar 6 @ 11:56 PM EST

DO THIS #akedchat Tweeps! Every day! Don't let anything hold you back! #InnovatorsMindset #IMMOOC

KKampovitz Mar 6 @ 11:39 PM EST

#IMMOOC week 2 post. I will...innovate inside my box! https://t.co/zeZ78EHZn6 @CathyGundersen @mikebenger
In reply to @CathyGundersen, @mikebenger

rownbey Mar 6 @ 11:56 PM EST

Ts modeling risk taking, love it! Can't take them where we haven't been ourselves #akedchat

In reply to @joerobison907

hilgerl Mar 6 @ 11:57 PM EST

@Tch2LrnAK Awesome! #akedchat

In reply to @Tch2LrnAK, @Tch2LrnAK

hilgerl Mar 6 @ 11:58 PM EST

@WalterMuelling Wonderful. The Ss always have the answers and the feedback we need to hear! #akedchat

In reply to @WalterMuelling, @WalterMuelling

joerobison907 Mar 6 @ 11:58 PM EST

anyone interested in Ss #EdCamps-- check out my collaboration w/ Ts in FL at this link https://t.co/dTV2FC4kCK #staugssedcamp #akedchat

Prather_Nation Mar 6 @ 11:58 PM EST

Thanks for letting me join in AK peeps. #ALedChat happens just 1 hour earlier. Feel free to join in. #akedchat

Tch2LrnAK Mar 6 @ 11:59 PM EST

That's it for #AKedchat this week. Thanks for joining the conversation! You rock: EVERY SINGLE ONE OF YOU! #TeamAwesome #AKtwittertribe

nick_schumacher Mar 6 @ 11:59 PM EST

@Tch2LrnAK Thank you. Great discussion tonight! #akedchat

In reply to @Tch2LrnAK

nick_schumacher Mar 6 @ 11:59 PM EST

Thank you for joining in. You are always welome! #akedchat

Prather_Nation Mar 6 @ 11:58 PM EST

Thanks for letting me join in AK peeps. #ALedChat happens just 1 hour earlier. Feel free to join in. #akedchat