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Braz74 - Moderator Apr 13 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #sstlap slow chat for the long weekend- Drop your info and answer the questions at your leisure

Participate in the upcoming #sstlap by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/AYOic0QbA2

Braz74 - Moderator Apr 13 @ 9:01 PM EDT

welcome to #sstlap - please introduce yourself and the questions will be coming at 8:05 - answer as you are able- slow chat tonight

Braz74 - Moderator Apr 13 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Ben Brazeau tech integrator, former social studies host of #sstlap

classroomtools Apr 13 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Hi #sstlap slow chatters. This is Bill Chapman, a retired secondary social studies teacher checking in from Berkeley, CA.

Braz74 - Moderator Apr 13 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Q1 - going to put all of the questions out in short succession- answer them at your own pace as you connect with others. #sstlap

DMooreSpanish Apr 13 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Danielle 7th grade social studies teacher #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Apr 13 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Q2 #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Apr 13 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Q3 #sstlap

STLinOK Apr 13 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Hello to my fav Tweeps! Diving in late near Tulsa - Amy Presley, HS History. #sstlap

STLinOK Apr 13 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Hey #sstlap - I'm only seeing @Braz74's scheduled question tweets. Is tonight a dud or is my feed acting up?

DMooreSpanish Apr 13 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A1 I'm celebrating how many new projects I have tried with my Ss. trying to change things up every year #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Apr 13 @ 9:14 PM EDT

#sstlap just getting kids to bed - questions should be flowing. Great to see all who joined

Braz74 - Moderator Apr 13 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Q4 #sstlap

lisastamper Apr 13 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Lisa, 7th grade World Civ from Cincinnati. #sstlap

DMooreSpanish Apr 13 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2 i'm learning as much as I can from my PLN and making it work for me. Trying to give my Ss as many experiences as I can #sstlap

cmkrebs Apr 13 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Hello - Cara from WI. Veteran teacher, but only in 2nd year of teaching 7th gr ss. Hoping to make some connections & get ideas! #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Apr 13 @ 9:15 PM EDT

#sstlap celebrating breakout edu that science teachers created. So much content even hid key in block of ice.

Daniell622 Apr 13 @ 9:16 PM EDT

My name is Daniell and I am a senior at Siena Heights University studying Special Education #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Apr 13 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Great to see you again #sstlap

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AJBianco Apr 13 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Hey #sstlap Slow Chatters... AJ from New Jersey - 7/8 American History Teacher

Braz74 - Moderator Apr 13 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Great to see you Cara. It's a great group. Tonight just doing short and slow chat #sstlap

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lisastamper Apr 13 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A1: Celebrating GREAT Egypt Projects. Gave Ss free choice & most were awesome. #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Apr 13 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Great to have you join #sstlap

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Daniell622 Apr 13 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A1)This school year I will be celebrating the good grades I have been receiving and staying on the deans list #sstlap

supervxn Apr 13 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Good morning from Israel. I'm Noa, a sci T. Newbie for #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Apr 13 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Yes choices are awesome shows kids talents and interest #sstlap

lisastamper Apr 13 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A1: Celebrating GREAT Egypt Projects. Gave Ss free choice & most were awesome. #sstlap

lisastamper Apr 13 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A3: Ss are begging for more projects. Headed into Greece, lots of chances for hands-on projects last 6 weeks. #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Apr 13 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Great to have you as always #sstlap

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Braz74 - Moderator Apr 13 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Q5 #sstlap

lisastamper Apr 13 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A4: Just love of learning, exploring & technology. Trying to show them how daily tasks relate to real-life. #sstlap

DMooreSpanish Apr 13 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A3 More simulations, more choice and i'm putting it on Ss to drive our lessons. #sstlap

AJBianco Apr 13 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Great to be here... Make sure to vox me when you get a chance so we can try to set up that @voxer group. #sstlap

In reply to @Braz74, @voxer

supervxn Apr 13 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A1 getting to teach like I want in public edu constraints. using the #flippedclasroom model and #gbl tried #minecraftedu 1st time #sstlap

Daniell622 Apr 13 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2)To rejuvenate myself I have began to make time for meditating and doing yoga to relieve stress #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Apr 13 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A2 eating better- working on taking care of myself to get in better shape - feel better be better- #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Apr 13 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Q2 #sstlap

AJBianco Apr 13 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A1 - This year I will be able to celebrate positive relationships w/ my sts, and a positive roll out/inclusion of 1:1 chromebooks #sstlap

lisastamper Apr 13 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A5: Still searching for inspirations. Looking for Ts who teach World Civ to learn from, share ideas with. #sstlap

supervxn Apr 13 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3: Letting them design #minecraftedu games #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Apr 13 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3 design a breakoutedu experience, design lesson where students create video projects- green screen -work with Ts to create choices #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Apr 13 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Q3 #sstlap

EduGladiators Apr 13 @ 9:24 PM EDT

🙋🏻Need an #EduGladiators fix on break? Join LIVE w/@KealakeheInter @mathieu_w 🖥https://t.co/Yu9T5LN4yg #INeLearn #sstlap #atplc #K12ArtChat

dragonmark_101 Apr 13 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Derik from Wisconsin checking in to the slow chat #sstlap

AJBianco Apr 13 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A2 - 1/2 I am on Spring Break so during this break, I will be relaxing and focusing on MY OWN Personal and Professional Growth #sstlap

DMooreSpanish Apr 13 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A5 @megan_hacholski and @ahollandedtech inspire me! My close friends help me rejuvenate #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Apr 13 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A4 encourage students- tell them they are doing great, are awesome- support them in taking risks - they will live up to greatness #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Apr 13 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Q4 #sstlap

lisastamper Apr 13 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Would love to see how you do this. I've been interested, but didn't try it yet. #sstlap

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Braz74 - Moderator Apr 13 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Thanks for all you do for kids and helping me grow as an educator! Happy Spring! #sstlap

DMooreSpanish Apr 13 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A5 @ScintoCity inspires me too and shes also my rock! #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Apr 13 @ 9:25 PM EDT

great to have you- and awesome to have someone all the way from Israel! that is awesome! welcome to #sstlap

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supervxn Apr 13 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A4: WOW! Very philosophical. I try to teach them skills and competencies. Hopefully they'll grow to be sucsessful. #sstlap

AJBianco Apr 13 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A2 - 2/2 As for the classroom, I'll be trying out new ways to bring personalized learning to my classroom and improve it next year #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Apr 13 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Nice- great when students are looking to do the work- they want to engage and create- glad you are providing them opportunities #sstlap

lisastamper Apr 13 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A3: Ss are begging for more projects. Headed into Greece, lots of chances for hands-on projects last 6 weeks. #sstlap

AJBianco Apr 13 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3 - To close out the year, in the next few months I want to create more personalized, student centered learning opportunities. #sstlap

supervxn Apr 13 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Thanks! It's Passover break so I'm up. Do you have an EU franchise?😉#sstlap

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Daniell622 Apr 13 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3)cont...And for students not to fall through the crack #sstlap

supervxn Apr 13 @ 9:27 PM EDT

forgot to add #sstlap

supervxn Apr 13 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Why not get a #minecraftedu free trial and try it? #sslap
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Braz74 - Moderator Apr 13 @ 9:27 PM EDT

I found a number of simulations from Zinn and Shegg -they let students play the role of decision makers and not just read about them #sstlap

DMooreSpanish Apr 13 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A3 More simulations, more choice and i'm putting it on Ss to drive our lessons. #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Apr 13 @ 9:28 PM EDT

yes definitely- sorry I didn't get back to you yet on that- was a busy week- will definitely this weekend or early next week. #sstlap

In reply to @AJBianco, @voxer

AJBianco Apr 13 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A4 - I continue to try to PUSH my sts to DO more and BE more! I want them to learn, explore and not to quit. I want them to succeed! #sstlap

Braz74 - Moderator Apr 13 @ 9:28 PM EDT

wow so much greatness in this tweet- love what you are using to engage students #sstlap

supervxn Apr 13 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A1 getting to teach like I want in public edu constraints. using the #flippedclasroom model and #gbl tried #minecraftedu 1st time #sstlap

AJBianco Apr 13 @ 9:29 PM EDT

No need to apologize. I am on break this week so I have had more time to sit back and reflect. Take your time, enjoy the holiday! #sstlap

In reply to @Braz74, @voxer

Braz74 - Moderator Apr 13 @ 9:29 PM EDT

love it- do more be more! yes- our students can do awesome things if we get out of their way and support them when needed #sstlap

AJBianco Apr 13 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A4 - I continue to try to PUSH my sts to DO more and BE more! I want them to learn, explore and not to quit. I want them to succeed! #sstlap

AJBianco Apr 13 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Love this! I am thinking about the same thing going forward! I want learning to be about the experiences, not content so much #sstlap

In reply to @DMooreSpanish

supervxn Apr 13 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Great to meet fellow junior high Ts. What subject? #sstlap

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supervxn Apr 13 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Thanks for the confidence boost! #sstlap

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CHitch94 Apr 13 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Trying to get Ss to focus more on process of learning rather than product. Focus on what, how, & why they're learning. #sstlap

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Daniell622 Apr 13 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A4)I am planting seeds in my students by showing confidence in my work and consistency..also working hard and along side of them #sstlap

supervxn Apr 13 @ 9:31 PM EDT

cool! Can I get a video or instructions? what was the topic? #breakoutedu #sstlap

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Braz74 - Moderator Apr 13 @ 9:32 PM EDT

no, but there is always the possibility of global domination- i mean expansion.. 😀 #sstlap

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Braz74 - Moderator Apr 13 @ 9:32 PM EDT

like the check at the end because sometimes they don't break out and debriefing activities is vital to check their learning #sstlap

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AJBianco Apr 13 @ 9:33 PM EDT

That is the toughest part of teaching MS. I want them to see the WHY and BIG Picture. I don't need them to know silly names or dates #sstlap

In reply to @CHitch94, @DMooreSpanish

supervxn Apr 13 @ 9:33 PM EDT

What does that involve? I'm serious. I really enjoy and learn from this chat. #sstlap

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Braz74 - Moderator Apr 13 @ 9:33 PM EDT

no issue thought with many on break starting tomorrow that wouldn't be a big crowd so went this route- #sstlap

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CHitch94 Apr 13 @ 9:34 PM EDT

I teach online & HS but Ss reflect at end of each lesson about these things. Interesting to see how their ideas change over course. #sstlap

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Braz74 - Moderator Apr 13 @ 9:35 PM EDT

I just saw it today so have some pics and videos but on deserted island - in suitcase were tools to solve probs-including key in ice #sstlap

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Braz74 - Moderator Apr 13 @ 9:35 PM EDT

lots of science and chem content that they had to use to solve problems to figure out the clues- couldn't stumble upon anything #sstlap

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AJBianco Apr 13 @ 9:36 PM EDT

YES! I need to do a better job of using and including reflection and blogging in my classroom. I would love to see how they THINK! #sstlap

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supervxn Apr 13 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Oh. And was it related to curriculum? #sstlap

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CHitch94 Apr 13 @ 9:36 PM EDT

I have been there and done that. Think it can still be done as Ss likely to remember more from memorable experiences/lessons. #sstlap

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Braz74 - Moderator Apr 13 @ 9:37 PM EDT

I don't know- hadn't thought aobut it- but you could likely use same # and schedule a chat time that works for your timezone- #sstlap

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CHitch94 Apr 13 @ 9:37 PM EDT

So many cool tools for collecting this - Flipgrid, VoiceThread, Google Forms, etc. #sstlap

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supervxn Apr 13 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Totally agree. But it takes more time and then you can't keep up with other Ts that teach for the test. #sstlap

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Braz74 - Moderator Apr 13 @ 9:37 PM EDT

or start a new # but would love to see the connection to educators globally in the feed all in one place #sstlap

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Daniell622 Apr 13 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A5)The people that help me rejuvenate are my teachers and the students that I observe...also my friends.#sstlap

supervxn Apr 13 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Great idea! Do you know a good place to publish the chat? #sstlap

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CHitch94 Apr 13 @ 9:38 PM EDT

It can. When in NY (Regents Exams), I did simulations & other activities & it still worked. Definitely challenging, though. #sstlap

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Braz74 - Moderator Apr 13 @ 9:38 PM EDT

all the things they had to solve did- melt the key -were to use heat conductive blocks as 1 was faster than other-water displacement #sstlap

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AJBianco Apr 13 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Forms and Classroom have been my go to! Nxt year I want to try @FlipGrid (top of my list), Sites/@KidblogDotOrg/@edublogs or @Seesaw #sstlap

In reply to @CHitch94, @DMooreSpanish, @flipgrid, @KidblogDotOrg, @edublogs, @Seesaw

supervxn Apr 13 @ 9:39 PM EDT

And the test scores? #sstlap

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Braz74 - Moderator Apr 13 @ 9:39 PM EDT

i use https://t.co/4bixvg7lAG to schedule tweets and then you can create transcripts of chat as well #sstlap

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supervxn Apr 13 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Nice. Can you introduce me to the Ts that designed it maybe? #sstlap

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AJBianco Apr 13 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Luckily, there is no test. For me, I make the final and I want this class to be about how they look at the world and themselves. #sstlap

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Braz74 - Moderator Apr 13 @ 9:40 PM EDT

I want to explore flipgrid more- so many applications for that #sstlap

AJBianco Apr 13 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Forms and Classroom have been my go to! Nxt year I want to try @FlipGrid (top of my list), Sites/@KidblogDotOrg/@edublogs or @Seesaw #sstlap
In reply to @CHitch94, @DMooreSpanish, @flipgrid, @KidblogDotOrg, @edublogs, @Seesaw

supervxn Apr 13 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Right! I use it to find #educhat s. So why not? #sstlap

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AJBianco Apr 13 @ 9:41 PM EDT

I have seen so many other educators use it lately and I think it can be a great tool in class, especially my flipped classroom! #sstlap

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CHitch94 Apr 13 @ 9:41 PM EDT

They were fine. Had very good scores but wasn't really worried about most passing. Told them life wasn't multiple choice test. ;) #sstlap

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DMooreSpanish Apr 13 @ 9:41 PM EDT

i'm trying seesaw too! Have you checked out @recapthat and @goformative those are my go to's #sstlap

In reply to @AJBianco, @CHitch94, @flipgrid, @KidblogDotOrg, @edublogs, @Seesaw, @RecapThat, @goformative

Braz74 - Moderator Apr 13 @ 9:42 PM EDT

I can connect with them and see what they will share- it was awesome i must say and this comes from someone who didn't get the sci #sstlap

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supervxn Apr 13 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Sounds like LA LA Land to me! I wish I could do that. 😍#sstlap

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AJBianco Apr 13 @ 9:42 PM EDT

1st day of school and BTSN, I tell Sts and Ps that ANYONE can succeed on Mult Choice, it doesnt prove they KNOW/Learned anything! #sstlap

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Braz74 - Moderator Apr 13 @ 9:43 PM EDT

yeah have seen a few examples and think it could be powerful tool! love the video aspect as I am proponent of student voice #sstlap

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AJBianco Apr 13 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Amazing! I forgot about @RecapThat and @goformative! I am absolutely adding it to my goals for next year! Thank you! #sstlap

In reply to @DMooreSpanish, @CHitch94, @flipgrid, @KidblogDotOrg, @edublogs, @Seesaw, @RecapThat, @goformative, @RecapThat, @goformative

supervxn Apr 13 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Oh, good for u! In israel the main attitude is just scoring a good place on the #Pisa and such international test. 😢😢#sstlap

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Braz74 - Moderator Apr 13 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Alright all -- good night - or good day depending on your time zone- I have to get a few things done before bed- thanks for joining #sstlap

AJBianco Apr 13 @ 9:46 PM EDT

State Tests are tough. Teach the way YOU want sts to learn! If you make topics relevant, fun, and memorable, they will succeed! #sstlap

In reply to @DMooreSpanish, @CHitch94, @flipgrid, @KidblogDotOrg, @edublogs, @Seesaw, @RecapThat, @goformative

mrterborg Apr 13 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Need to start this in PK/ ECE, make it a habit. #sstlap

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mrterborg Apr 13 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Likewise for elementary. As long as they can get the era right. I don't want Ss thinking George W. was born in the 1980s. #sstlap

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CHitch94 Apr 13 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Oh, I think Ss still have to be responsible for content but they can gain that through experiences rather than direct instruction. #sstlap

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dragonmark_101 Apr 13 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A1: I got the chance to have my own class, even if temporarily. #sstlap

mrterborg Apr 13 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Right. But things that are googleable need to be questioned. Not necessarily forgotten, but wondered about. #sstlap

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AJBianco Apr 13 @ 9:51 PM EDT

I agree completely. When I say names and dates, I only refer to things that won't interfere with time periods or important events. #sstlap

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AggieSalterITS Apr 13 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Sorry I missed the chat just got home from church ....going over the chat great convo as always #sstlap

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mrterborg Apr 13 @ 9:52 PM EDT

I just want a clean library. #sstlap

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AJBianco Apr 13 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Content is key to learning, but lecturing about our content will only bring about negative thoughts on GREAT topics. HAVE FUN! #sstlap

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CHitch94 Apr 13 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Right. Do they know how to find information and evaluate what they find? Can they craft good ?s & revise to get at what they need? #sstlap

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AJBianco Apr 13 @ 9:53 PM EDT

HAHAHA... Having the room look like it did day 1 is always a dream come true! #sstlap

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mrterborg Apr 13 @ 9:53 PM EDT

That said, if I'm listening to a good speaker who is an expert, sometimes I want a lecture. #sstlap

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lisastamper Apr 13 @ 9:54 PM EDT

I re-arrange my classroom 3-4 times a year & clean it out. I drive the Ss bonkers ;) #sstlap

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mrterborg Apr 13 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Right now, I'd be happy if my library looked like it did in October /Nov. #sstlap

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AJBianco Apr 13 @ 9:54 PM EDT

THIS! - This is our jobs as educators now. Personalize the learning and allow them to question what they find! #sstlap

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CHitch94 Apr 13 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Right. I'm firm believer in not one size fits all. Did a bit of everything in f2f class. Seemed to keep Ss more engaged. #sstlap

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AJBianco Apr 13 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Trust me... I get it! The idea of lecture makes me shiver, but I find myself get caught up sometimes with certain topics and I stop! #sstlap

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AJBianco Apr 13 @ 9:56 PM EDT

I love to do that as well! It's great when sts come in, see something new and question it. It changes the culture of our class. #sstlap

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