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MrsMurat Feb 18 @ 10:00 PM EST

Would love to hear your thoughts. https://t.co/hiFDLtNjXY #moedchat #ditchbook

MrsMurat Feb 18 @ 10:00 PM EST

We Googled ourselves in Digcit! Here are our 1st blog posts! Comment if you have time. TY https://t.co/WNh7WgrpcD #ditchbook

MrsKelseyCT Feb 18 @ 10:00 PM EST

@jmattmiller someone to trust #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:00 PM EST

Hello #DitchBook! Welcome! State your name, what you do, where you're from & how much you like/dislike sticky notes https://t.co/0etfOxux58

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:01 PM EST

Hello #DitchBook, I'm Matt, author/teacher/speaker from Indiana. I love sticky notes and my virtual Google Keep ones too!

TTmomTT - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:02 PM EST

Mandi from MO teaching HS math. I LOVE sticky notes and the PostIt app for iProducts. #DitchBook

Ajarn_Adam Feb 18 @ 10:02 PM EST

NEW! 6 findings from students' evaluation of their year-long science projects https://t.co/zxWCoy9vXK #DitchBook #asiaED #INZPirED

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:02 PM EST

@TTmomTT Wow, I didn't realize Post-It had iOS apps! Must check this out ... #DitchBook

nathan_stevens Feb 18 @ 10:02 PM EST

Nathan, textbook building enthusiast #DitchBook

taylor_bybee Feb 18 @ 10:02 PM EST

Hi #ditchbook, I am Taylor, I am a student at the University of Utah working on my degree in Elem Edu. I absolutely LOVE sticky notes!

emosier3 Feb 18 @ 10:02 PM EST

Pleasant good evening, #ditchbook! Evan Mosier, Tech Int. Lead Teacher & 6th Grade LA teacher Davenport, IA. Sticky notes are great!

kmartintahoe Feb 18 @ 10:03 PM EST

Kelly from So Lake Tahoe, CA. TK-8 Ed tech & Curriculum Coordinator. I love all size of sticky notes & ❤️ using the@ with Ss #ditchbook

LisaGuardino Feb 18 @ 10:03 PM EST

Lisa Rescue Union SD (Northern Ca) teacher & TOSA. I think I have a sticky-note problem! I love them! #ditchbook

menxueiro Feb 18 @ 10:03 PM EST

Hola! Sandra, principal in Houston. #ditchbook https://t.co/pibvOCOk7w

menxueiro Feb 18 @ 10:03 PM EST

I love sticky notes! #ditchbook https://t.co/Qm6MXu8hkP

SEANJFAHEY Feb 18 @ 10:03 PM EST

Sean from Indiana too. 4th grade teacher...I really dont do sticky notes but somehow always a supply list #ditchbook #ditchstickynotes

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:03 PM EST

Wondering what #KidsReallyNeed is all about? Here's a snippet. #DitchBook https://t.co/EJjDX9If2Z

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:04 PM EST

Q1 is coming up ... #DitchBook

menxueiro Feb 18 @ 10:04 PM EST

Oh Lord! Tell me all about it! #ditchbook https://t.co/BaU1RDzdDW

TTmomTT - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:02 PM EST

Mandi from MO teaching HS math. I LOVE sticky notes and the PostIt app for iProducts. #DitchBook

Ajarn_Adam Feb 18 @ 10:04 PM EST

Hi, Adam here, HS Bio teacher in Bangkok, never really thought too deeply about my relationship with sticky notes :) #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:04 PM EST

@taylor_bybee Hey Taylor! If you love sticky notes, you're in good company tonight! Glad you're here! #DitchBook

MichaelJDunlea Feb 18 @ 10:04 PM EST

Mike 2nd gr T from Southern Coastal NJ, love sticky notes for reading conferences, S voting, book marks, covering things up #DitchBook

TTmomTT - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:04 PM EST

@jmattmiller scans the post-its and then you can move them around on your screen and group them. #ditchbook

zonie71 Feb 18 @ 10:04 PM EST

Hey, all! I'm Krista - a 5G teacher from SE Michigan and #ditchbook fan !

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:04 PM EST

@emosier3 Hey Evan! Funny story ... I didn't know your first name until just now ... #DitchBook

EnosHistory Feb 18 @ 10:04 PM EST

#ditchbook I am a social studies teacher in AL! And I LOVE sticky notes!

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:04 PM EST

@TTmomTT Genius. #DitchBook

MistyMitchellm Feb 18 @ 10:04 PM EST

👋👋👋 #ditchbook https://t.co/IXL6Kbrmn3

SEANJFAHEY Feb 18 @ 10:04 PM EST

Sticky notes make great bookmarksI #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:05 PM EST

Q1: What got you into education in the first place? What inspired you? #DitchBook https://t.co/0sQZByoPFO

mtkristigaines Feb 18 @ 10:05 PM EST

Hello All! Kristi Gaines, Bozeman, MT; 2nd grade. DitchBook first timer; addicted to sticky notes; digging Google keep notes. #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:05 PM EST

@kmartintahoe Hey Kelly! Aren't the enormous ones amazing too?? #DitchBook

slogue89 Feb 18 @ 10:05 PM EST

Rocky 7th grade SS I teach with @mrmacsclasses in Templeton Ca...lurking. Actually, trying to get my son in the shower #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:05 PM EST

@LisaGuardino Hey Lisa! There are worse problems to have, right??? #DItchBook

SEANJFAHEY Feb 18 @ 10:05 PM EST

A1 My love of textbooks...JOKING #ditchbook

menxueiro Feb 18 @ 10:05 PM EST

Hey Misty! #ditchbook https://t.co/EmoNZ8MHbA

MistyMitchellm Feb 18 @ 10:04 PM EST

👋👋👋 #ditchbook https://t.co/IXL6Kbrmn3

kmartintahoe Feb 18 @ 10:05 PM EST

@LisaGuardino oh good! And @SmorePages upgraded you yesterday! #ditchbook

stephanie_v_i Feb 18 @ 10:05 PM EST

Hey fellow ditch-bookers! I'm new to twitter, and this is my first twitter chat! I'm a pre-service teacher from Alberta. #ditchbook

golliharsclass Feb 18 @ 10:05 PM EST

#DitchBook @golliharsclass here. Like I'd miss this. #ditchmug @gofundme planning process has begun @jmattmiller

TTmomTT - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:05 PM EST

@jmattmiller @kmartintahoe The GIANT ones with graph paper. #loveit #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:05 PM EST

Perfect! With that first GIF, we knowk Sandra's in the house! #DitchBook https://t.co/3ir019fLhU

menxueiro Feb 18 @ 10:03 PM EST

I love sticky notes! #ditchbook https://t.co/Qm6MXu8hkP

kristijacobs16 Feb 18 @ 10:06 PM EST

Kristi Jacobs, Montana ditchbook first timer. Fortunate with one on one chromebooks in my class #ditchbook

zonie71 Feb 18 @ 10:06 PM EST

#ditchbook https://t.co/NqPrbKK0eg

kmartintahoe Feb 18 @ 10:06 PM EST

@jmattmiller yes! We have post-it posters! Amazing stuff! #ditchbook

nathan_stevens Feb 18 @ 10:06 PM EST

@jmattmiller A1 wrong left turn #DitchBook

clcart109 Feb 18 @ 10:06 PM EST

Kerry, hs art teacher, il . Love stickies, I use for voting and student feedback on artwork #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Feb 18 @ 10:06 PM EST

@kristijacobs16 We love newbies! Welcome! #ditchbook

EnosHistory Feb 18 @ 10:06 PM EST

#ditchbook MY teachers inspired me! They made me into the motivated person I am today! I can't even begin to imagine my life without them.

LisaGuardino Feb 18 @ 10:06 PM EST

Awesome! I am working on a project for a 6th grade Tt!!! Thank you! #ditchbook https://t.co/xJ0zkWXZ85

kmartintahoe Feb 18 @ 10:05 PM EST

@LisaGuardino oh good! And @SmorePages upgraded you yesterday! #ditchbook

taylor_bybee Feb 18 @ 10:06 PM EST

#Ditchbook I want to save the world, one student at a time. I want to help children reach their potential and help them love reaching it!

slogue89 Feb 18 @ 10:06 PM EST

A1 I loved school...wasn't a great student but loved school. #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:06 PM EST

@MichaelJDunlea Hey Mike! Great list of sticky note activities ... #DitchBook

kristijacobs16 Feb 18 @ 10:06 PM EST

A1: My family followed by an amazing fourth grade teacher. hooked ever after. #ditchbook

RemScience Feb 18 @ 10:07 PM EST

#DitchBook better late than never. In Alabama tonight. #edtechroadtrip https://t.co/IfbRtuTWsF

nathan_stevens Feb 18 @ 10:07 PM EST

@jmattmiller A1 wanting to become a better learner #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:07 PM EST

@Ajarn_Adam There's always a first, Adam ... #DitchBook

LisaGuardino Feb 18 @ 10:07 PM EST

I am busy looking it up RIGHT NOW! #ditchbook https://t.co/WvxUfNLvuV

menxueiro Feb 18 @ 10:04 PM EST
Oh Lord! Tell me all about it! #ditchbook https://t.co/BaU1RDzdDW
- TTmomTT - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:02 PM EST
  
  Mandi from MO teaching HS math. I LOVE sticky notes and the PostIt app for iProducts. #DitchBook

TTmomTT - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:07 PM EST

A1: I love math because I had a T who made it fun and told me I was good at it. I wanted to inspire Ss the same way. #ditchbook

EdTechPeck Feb 18 @ 10:07 PM EST

#EdtechLibrary #goopen with Episode 7: Open Educational Resources #oer #ditchbook https://t.co/m3C3KtYOPz

clcart109 Feb 18 @ 10:07 PM EST

A1- less than average teachers inspired me to do better! #ditchbook

menxueiro Feb 18 @ 10:07 PM EST

A1: Inequalities in education #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:07 PM EST

@mtkristigaines Awesome to all three, Kristi ... glad you're here! #DitchBook

zonie71 Feb 18 @ 10:07 PM EST

A1: It's my mom's fault. She is (retired) a teacher. #ditchbook #truth BUT, I love what I do and I'm not sure what else I'd be able to do!!

Ajarn_Adam Feb 18 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1 I wanted a career change, and moved from science to education #DitchBook

SEANJFAHEY Feb 18 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1 I love learning new things! I have a love for young people I cant stand repetitive tasks & summer breaks are nice bonus #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:08 PM EST

@SEANJFAHEY Hardy har har har, Sean ... #DitchBook

kmartintahoe Feb 18 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1: family of ts (grandparents, aunts, uncle etc).Its in my DNA to teach! #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:08 PM EST

LOL ... well it's about time! :) #DitchBook https://t.co/BuXGQfDr1D

golliharsclass Feb 18 @ 10:05 PM EST

#DitchBook @golliharsclass here. Like I'd miss this. #ditchmug @gofundme planning process has begun @jmattmiller

taylor_bybee Feb 18 @ 10:08 PM EST

@zonie71 Just downloaded this and am so excited! #Ditchbook

clcart109 Feb 18 @ 10:08 PM EST

A3:Ss need us to treat them like adults , and not talk down to them, honesty and compassion for a log way to build trust #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:08 PM EST

@stephanie_v_i Sweet! Your maiden Twitter chat voyage is with #DitchBook, huh? Glad to have you, Stephanie! :)

RemScience Feb 18 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1: at 14, my granddad said, "you're going to be a teacher. It's in your blood." Turns out, he was right. Genetic passion for ed #DitchBook

MistyMitchellm Feb 18 @ 10:09 PM EST

A1: Couldn't escape it...lol. Seriously no matter what I was doing or where I was, I was always teaching! #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:09 PM EST

@nathan_stevens Ha ... really? #DitchBook

golliharsclass Feb 18 @ 10:09 PM EST

#DitchBook a1: I was inspired by a HS GT Creative Writing teacher, Yolanda Torres. She made me love school again. Never forgot it.

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:09 PM EST

@RemScience Nice intro card, Rebekah! #DitchBook

mtkristigaines Feb 18 @ 10:09 PM EST

A1: Hero worship of my 7th grade Math teacher. #DitchBook

EnosHistory Feb 18 @ 10:09 PM EST

#ditchbook A1: I cannot imagine another career- teaching is so rewarding. You make a positive difference in Ss lives everyday!

slogue89 Feb 18 @ 10:09 PM EST

A1 I figured I knew all the tricks to get out of work and annoy teachers...so I had a leg up on the students #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:10 PM EST

Q2 is on its way ... #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:10 PM EST

Isn't it amazing how a "less than average teacher" spurs us to do the job well??? #DitchBook https://t.co/P9n1IPO2h6

clcart109 Feb 18 @ 10:07 PM EST

A1- less than average teachers inspired me to do better! #ditchbook

mccauleyjason Feb 18 @ 10:10 PM EST

Jason from NW Ind, sorry for my tardiness #ditchbook

LisaGuardino Feb 18 @ 10:10 PM EST

A1: I have just always loved school. Probably the teachers #ditchbook

menxueiro Feb 18 @ 10:10 PM EST

I concur. I had amazing teachers too! #ditchbook https://t.co/Jz2AdkN9fs

golliharsclass Feb 18 @ 10:09 PM EST

#DitchBook a1: I was inspired by a HS GT Creative Writing teacher, Yolanda Torres. She made me love school again. Never forgot it.

MayersAlicia Feb 18 @ 10:10 PM EST

Alicia, Reno NV elementary educator #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:10 PM EST

@Ajarn_Adam Mine was a career change too, from journalism to education. #DitchBook

emosier3 Feb 18 @ 10:10 PM EST

A1: I love the ability to help others and seeing the "aha!" moment makes each day worth it! #ditchbook

stephanie_v_i Feb 18 @ 10:10 PM EST

Hello! I'm a pre service teacher from Alberta. First twitter chat! May I add, I love sticky notes!!! #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:11 PM EST

Q2: How do teachers (and schools) "lose their way when they lose their why"? #DitchBook https://t.co/M2e7kVAgbl

nathan_stevens Feb 18 @ 10:11 PM EST

@jmattmiller yep I went in for a research assistant position and would up developing distance Education using handhelds #DitchBook

menxueiro Feb 18 @ 10:11 PM EST

Ouch! Good one... #ditchbook https://t.co/VThiZ0ghRd

clcart109 Feb 18 @ 10:07 PM EST

A1- less than average teachers inspired me to do better! #ditchbook

mccauleyjason Feb 18 @ 10:11 PM EST

A1 had great teachers. Also had my job relocated. #ditchbook

mrg_3 Feb 18 @ 10:11 PM EST

Oh dear, tried to join #ditchbook but chat overload and used the wrong hashtag!

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:11 PM EST

@mccauleyjason We forgive very easily! :) #DitchBook

MayersAlicia Feb 18 @ 10:11 PM EST

A1 great teachers I had. I started in environmental education /outdoor education #DitchBook

kmartintahoe Feb 18 @ 10:11 PM EST

@slogue89 lol I'm more patient with the talkers because I was one! #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:11 PM EST

@stephanie_v_i This is the best chat for your maiden voyage. #ditchbook

MistyMitchellm Feb 18 @ 10:11 PM EST

Yay!!!! Welcome!!! #ditchbook https://t.co/YNEySuhiZx

stephanie_v_i Feb 18 @ 10:10 PM EST

Hello! I'm a pre service teacher from Alberta. First twitter chat! May I add, I love sticky notes!!! #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:12 PM EST

A1: Watched my wife LOVE her job while I despised mine. Knew I needed a change. #DitchBook

nlmorrow4 Feb 18 @ 10:12 PM EST

A1: A desire to make a meaningful difference & a resonating AP gov't discussion in HS about education being the "great equalizer" #DitchBook

MichaelJDunlea Feb 18 @ 10:12 PM EST

A1 my 3rd-grade T Mrs. Finn made me feel safe to be me, I want to be like her to my S's #ditchbook https://t.co/gtmwPS3SB9

ohsoearly Feb 18 @ 10:12 PM EST

Hi #DitchBook - sorry it's matching up with dinner tonight. share good stuff and I'll check the archive https://t.co/cS09bqXTt8

menxueiro Feb 18 @ 10:12 PM EST

Bienvenida a #ditchbook @stephanie_v_i https://t.co/Hc5Op1naWZ

kristijacobs16 Feb 18 @ 10:12 PM EST

A2: Losing focus of the kids and the little victories, too much big picture #ditchbook

nathan_stevens Feb 18 @ 10:12 PM EST

@jmattmiller A2 it is like when schools go one technology style and they brag about it When asked what do they do, you get blanks #ditchbook

slogue89 Feb 18 @ 10:12 PM EST

A1 I've always been good at figuring things out and then explaining how they work. #DitchBook almost put #HyperDoc ...

dr_helgeson Feb 18 @ 10:12 PM EST

A1: I worked at a camp and loved working with kids #DitchBook

rachelmarker Feb 18 @ 10:12 PM EST

Late to the #ditchbook party. Rachel, K-5 instructional coach, Montana.

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:12 PM EST

@mrg_3 Ha! Even the seasoned Twitter chat veteran his some bumps in the road, right? :) #DitchBook

zonie71 Feb 18 @ 10:12 PM EST

A2: Ppl are hyper focused on one thing and lose sight of what their original purpose was. See that wayyyy too often. #ditchbook

Americans2012 Feb 18 @ 10:13 PM EST

@jmattmiller a2 it becomes about teaching and grading not learning & creating the love 4 learning & curiosity:-( #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Feb 18 @ 10:13 PM EST

We are all thankful for your decision, because that lead to #ditchbook https://t.co/oMo7RYsWKK

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:12 PM EST

A1: Watched my wife LOVE her job while I despised mine. Knew I needed a change. #DitchBook

LisaGuardino Feb 18 @ 10:13 PM EST

A2: Focus on performance instead of the tasks needed to get there. Focus on learning, and rest falls into place #ditchbook

menxueiro Feb 18 @ 10:13 PM EST

Is this one of your pictures? Wow! #ditchbook https://t.co/BnxwBEF17U

MichaelJDunlea Feb 18 @ 10:12 PM EST

A1 my 3rd-grade T Mrs. Finn made me feel safe to be me, I want to be like her to my S's #ditchbook https://t.co/gtmwPS3SB9

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:13 PM EST

You bet! Gotta keep Michelle fed ... #DitchBook https://t.co/TVQ0NOFwBo

ohsoearly Feb 18 @ 10:12 PM EST

Hi #DitchBook - sorry it's matching up with dinner tonight. share good stuff and I'll check the archive https://t.co/cS09bqXTt8

rachelmarker Feb 18 @ 10:13 PM EST

A1: Outdoor, experiential ed and teaching xc skiing led me to the classroom. Seeing Ss excited about the learning! #ditchbook

dr_helgeson Feb 18 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2: when they lose inspiration due to admin who don't believe #DitchBook

ClineCari Feb 18 @ 10:14 PM EST

A1: Love seeing people learn & seeing a purpose in learning. Career change. #DitchBook

mtkristigaines Feb 18 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2: Love this quote! Too easy to lose primary focus on students and your passion for the profession when you forget the why. #DitchBook

kmartintahoe Feb 18 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2:Ts forget why they're there. It should ALWAYS be abt the Ss. And when we stop asking is this best for kids we've lost our way #ditchbook

taylor_bybee Feb 18 @ 10:14 PM EST

#ditchbook It is easy to just go with the flow and forget why they got into education. it is hard, and daily reminders of why are needed

rachelmarker Feb 18 @ 10:14 PM EST

@TTmomTT Love when Ts are the reason Ss become teachers! #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:14 PM EST

Preach it, Lisa! #DitchBook https://t.co/d0VPaMhFjv

LisaGuardino Feb 18 @ 10:13 PM EST

A2: Focus on performance instead of the tasks needed to get there. Focus on learning, and rest falls into place #ditchbook

slogue89 Feb 18 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2 by getting comfortable and saying things like "well this lesson has worked for years" or "we've always done it this way. #DitchBook

Ajarn_Adam Feb 18 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2 A focus on content & testing rather than equipping Ss with skills for life & their futures #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:14 PM EST

@ClineCari Wow ... this is almost my experience to a T! #DitchBook

emosier3 Feb 18 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2: @simonsinek has a great piece about starting w/ the "why" that can apply to teaching. What's our purpose if Ss aren't our y? #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Feb 18 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2 Focus on numbers & other data that can be put in a spreadsheet #ditchbook

menxueiro Feb 18 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2: Focusing on the wrong things. Failure to connect with Ss and not understanding where they're coming from #ditchbook #WhatKidsNeed

MichaelJDunlea Feb 18 @ 10:15 PM EST

A2 it's like when you hold something too close to your eyes, you lose your focus. Keeping S's as the center fixes that #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:15 PM EST

Q3 is almost here ... #DitchBook

RemScience Feb 18 @ 10:15 PM EST

A2: When curricula become central rather than students and learning. #DitchBook

rachelmarker Feb 18 @ 10:15 PM EST

@jmattmiller @mtkristigaines Wahoo for another Bozeman T! Welcome to #ditchbook!

slogue89 Feb 18 @ 10:15 PM EST

A2 worrying about THE test and letters not growth. #DitchBook

dr_helgeson Feb 18 @ 10:15 PM EST

@zonie71 especially when it isn't in the best interest for Ss learning #ditchbook

rachelmarker Feb 18 @ 10:15 PM EST

@MayersAlicia Nice!! #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:15 PM EST

A2: For me, I get too focused on planning the lesson and the tools sometimes. Then I remember my "why" and try to change. #DitchBook

golliharsclass Feb 18 @ 10:15 PM EST

#DitchBook A2: many teacher/schools focus on testing, scores, data, RTi and forget to be the idealists that got into this to make a change.

MistyMitchellm Feb 18 @ 10:15 PM EST

A2: Get caught up in day to day nuts & bolts of things and loose the big pic! Guard your focus! Keep ur 👀 on imp stuff. #ditchbook

M_D_Boone Feb 18 @ 10:15 PM EST

A1: The love, passion, & dedication my 3rd grade teacher had for me as a poor, struggling reader living with grandparents. #DitchBook

TTmomTT - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:15 PM EST

A2: experiencing a little of this now- when a district runs like a business and the "why" is not longer Ss #ditchbook

LisaGuardino Feb 18 @ 10:15 PM EST

Yes! Need to work together! #ditchbook https://t.co/PJeR7FNWtV

dr_helgeson Feb 18 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2: when they lose inspiration due to admin who don't believe #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:16 PM EST

This is the worst ... #DitchBook https://t.co/XuOHBJEqS1

SEANJFAHEY Feb 18 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2 Focus on numbers & other data that can be put in a spreadsheet #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:16 PM EST

Q3: What do kids REALLY need from us? Use the #KidsReallyNeed hashtag! (And a sticky note if you want!) #DitchBook https://t.co/FMWdcoB27W

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:16 PM EST

LOVE this, Mike! #DitchBook https://t.co/C5j72hhhb1

MichaelJDunlea Feb 18 @ 10:15 PM EST

A2 it's like when you hold something too close to your eyes, you lose your focus. Keeping S's as the center fixes that #ditchbook

rachelmarker Feb 18 @ 10:16 PM EST

@kmartintahoe My mom was a T, too. But as a kid, I never envisioned it for myself! #ditchbook #latebloomer

MistyMitchellm Feb 18 @ 10:16 PM EST

@dr_helgeson 😕 #ditchbook

zonie71 Feb 18 @ 10:16 PM EST

.@dr_helgeson Exactly!! #ditchbook

dr_helgeson Feb 18 @ 10:16 PM EST

@kmartintahoe so true! We must keep Ss in mind when decisions are made #ditchbook

stephanie_v_i Feb 18 @ 10:16 PM EST

A1: Being surrounded by children my whole life, I was fascinated in seeing them develop. I want to be apart of that process! #ditchbook

menxueiro Feb 18 @ 10:16 PM EST

Amen! But sad... #ditchbook https://t.co/YcO3e51vjh

slogue89 Feb 18 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2 by getting comfortable and saying things like "well this lesson has worked for years" or "we've always done it this way. #DitchBook

TTmomTT - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:16 PM EST

@dr_helgeson This affects Ts & Ss. We keep on keeping on! #ditchbook

MichaelJDunlea Feb 18 @ 10:17 PM EST

@menxueiro that's my 3rd grade teacher, most special teacher to me. #ditchbook Mrs Mary Finn may she rest in peace, I told her b4 she passed

MayersAlicia Feb 18 @ 10:17 PM EST

A2 We're in it for the kids. If the why is not there, where do we go? #ditchbook

EnosHistory Feb 18 @ 10:17 PM EST

#ditchbook A2: Everything in a school (and life) needs to be done for a reason or it will not be done well!

dr_helgeson Feb 18 @ 10:17 PM EST

@slogue89 these statements are the downfall for many #ditchbook

emosier3 Feb 18 @ 10:17 PM EST

A3: Kids need encouragement, support, and an instilled confidence that they can achieve anything they desire! #ditchbook #KidsReallyNeed

teachusingtech Feb 18 @ 10:17 PM EST

A1 I was working on improving my resume as I applied for phys asst school & wanted to + volunteering. I mentored Ss over summer #ditchbook

slogue89 Feb 18 @ 10:17 PM EST

A3 Expectations - Encouragement - Freedom #DitchBook

dr_helgeson Feb 18 @ 10:17 PM EST

@Ajarn_Adam skills are so important for true growth #ditchbook

golliharsclass Feb 18 @ 10:17 PM EST

#DitchBook #KidsReallyNeed teachers, admin, parents who care enough to set high expectations and not acquiesce.

mtkristigaines Feb 18 @ 10:17 PM EST

@rachelmarker @jmattmiller Bozeman represents! @kristijacobs16 too! #DitchBook

rachelmarker Feb 18 @ 10:17 PM EST

A2: So easy 2 get mired in the details + forget the big picture. Strong school mission/vision helps keep eye on the prize. #ditchbook

nathan_stevens Feb 18 @ 10:18 PM EST

@jmattmiller A3 let them be evaluators of tools. That is a skill they need. Let them pick the tool that is best #ditchbook

kmartintahoe Feb 18 @ 10:18 PM EST

@rachelmarker my mom is the only one of her sibs that is NOT a t! Her dad was a principaL & my dads mom was a professor. #ditchbook

zonie71 Feb 18 @ 10:18 PM EST

A3: Not to sound cliché, but #KidsReallyNeed Ts to #ditchbook and try new things. We tell them it's ok to fail. Should be on for us too.

nathan_stevens Feb 18 @ 10:18 PM EST

@jmattmiller A4 Students need your trust #ditchbook

rachelmarker Feb 18 @ 10:18 PM EST

@jmattmiller So true. I need reminders to pull back and zoom out. #ditchbook

kristijacobs16 Feb 18 @ 10:18 PM EST

A3: a cheerleader who doesn't judge #kidsreallyneed #ditchbook

emosier3 Feb 18 @ 10:18 PM EST

Ts are at the forefront of ensuring all three of these things happen! #ditchbook https://t.co/OFVSe9aBtY

emosier3 Feb 18 @ 10:17 PM EST

A3: Kids need encouragement, support, and an instilled confidence that they can achieve anything they desire! #ditchbook #KidsReallyNeed

mccauleyjason Feb 18 @ 10:18 PM EST

A3: #kidsreallyneed our support & understanding #ditchbook

MayersAlicia Feb 18 @ 10:18 PM EST

A3 #whatkidsreallyneed is love. Someone in their life to say I'm watching and I care #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:18 PM EST

A3: Here's mine ... Hope you can read it ... #DitchBook https://t.co/bKnxbOOVrE

rachelmarker Feb 18 @ 10:18 PM EST

@mtkristigaines @jmattmiller @kristijacobs16 YESSSSSSS! Hi Kristi! Love it! #ditchbook

menxueiro Feb 18 @ 10:18 PM EST

You are amazing! I am impressed at her impact on your life #ditchbook https://t.co/sccZkzsy83

MichaelJDunlea Feb 18 @ 10:17 PM EST

@menxueiro that's my 3rd grade teacher, most special teacher to me. #ditchbook Mrs Mary Finn may she rest in peace, I told her b4 she passed

dr_helgeson Feb 18 @ 10:19 PM EST

A3: an adult that cares and believes in them #DitchBook

Americans2012 Feb 18 @ 10:19 PM EST

@jmattmiller #DitchBook #KidsReallyNeed us 2 prepare them 4 global collaboration teamwork jobs that yet 2 b created, learn 2 adapt, takerisk

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:19 PM EST

A3: Here's mine ... #WhatKidsNeed ... Hope you can read it ... #DitchBook https://t.co/xsJ3pm8rcA

EnosHistory Feb 18 @ 10:19 PM EST

#ditchbook #KidsReallyNeed A3: Kids really need motivation, inspiration, a positive role model and someone to push them!

taylor_bybee Feb 18 @ 10:19 PM EST

#ditchbook #KidsReallyNeed love, attn and freedom, they can conquer the world. Ss need to know they are safe and have a chance to grow

slogue89 Feb 18 @ 10:19 PM EST

A3 honesty #DitchBook

Ajarn_Adam Feb 18 @ 10:19 PM EST

A3 Critical thinking skills, & encouragement to be adaptable in the face of rapidly changing job/skills market #DitchBook #KidsReallyNeed

mtkristigaines Feb 18 @ 10:19 PM EST

A3: Freedom to use their natural creativity & all the love and support they need to be brave enough to share it with the world. #DitchBook

RemScience Feb 18 @ 10:19 PM EST

A3: #KidsReallyNeed Ts to listen and guide. We should facilitate and motivate! #DitchBook

ACTforEducation Feb 18 @ 10:20 PM EST

@jmattmiller #KidsReallyNeed #SEL skills and to be given the chance to find their passion and help others. #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:20 PM EST

A3: Here's mine ... #KidsReallyNeed ... Hope you can read it ... #DitchBook https://t.co/K5L5oolb0e

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:20 PM EST

On to Q4 ... #DitchBook

menxueiro Feb 18 @ 10:20 PM EST

A3: #ditchbook #WhatKidsNeed https://t.co/bmgtnxte0v

nlmorrow4 Feb 18 @ 10:20 PM EST

#Kidsreallyneed a consistent environment that is conducive to learning (positive relationships, support, opportunities to grow) #DitchBook

MrsKannekens Feb 18 @ 10:20 PM EST

Go Stephanie! #edts325 #ditchbook https://t.co/Au9XAg5foM

stephanie_v_i Feb 18 @ 10:10 PM EST

Hello! I'm a pre service teacher from Alberta. First twitter chat! May I add, I love sticky notes!!! #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:20 PM EST

A3: #ditchbook #KidsReallyNeed https://t.co/fCz4IbvYSO

nathan_stevens Feb 18 @ 10:20 PM EST

A4 students need Matt's new book "Ditching the textbook: student edition" #DitchBook @jmattmiller

menxueiro Feb 18 @ 10:20 PM EST

I like this! #ditchbook #WhatKidsNeed https://t.co/LZZ0vQYl0t

nathan_stevens Feb 18 @ 10:18 PM EST

@jmattmiller A3 let them be evaluators of tools. That is a skill they need. Let them pick the tool that is best #ditchbook

rachelmarker Feb 18 @ 10:20 PM EST

A3: #kidsreallyneed Ts who connect, really *see* who they are + what makes them tick. Ss need 2 know they matter. #relationships #ditchbook

clcart109 Feb 18 @ 10:20 PM EST

A3: more memorable experiences and more relationships with adults who model quality #KidsReallyNeed #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:20 PM EST

Sheesh ... took three attempts for me to post my response to A3. Even got my own hashtag wrong! #DitchBook

MistyMitchellm Feb 18 @ 10:20 PM EST

A3: #KidsReallyNeed my respect. Need me to NOT take out my frustration w/system on them. No matter what they deserve my best. #ditchbook

menxueiro Feb 18 @ 10:20 PM EST

A3: #ditchbook #WhatKidsNeed https://t.co/DDFzUqlPmD

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:21 PM EST

Q4: What is there a LOT of that kids REALLY DON'T need in school? #DitchBook https://t.co/e1uvcYFZeM

SEANJFAHEY Feb 18 @ 10:21 PM EST

#ditchbook #KidsReallyNeed https://t.co/MhkiGdKK9T

teachusingtech Feb 18 @ 10:21 PM EST

A2 Tradition has gotten the best of us and super hard to change but it's conversations like this that count. The target has moved #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:21 PM EST

YES! All in one word ... #DitchBook https://t.co/pRjA1rDkPt

menxueiro Feb 18 @ 10:20 PM EST

A3: #ditchbook #WhatKidsNeed https://t.co/bmgtnxte0v

LisaGuardino Feb 18 @ 10:21 PM EST

A3: #kidsreallyneed Confidence... if we believe they can do it, they will do it #ditchbook

JenSantiniEdu Feb 18 @ 10:21 PM EST

Jennifer Santini, Innovative Learning Coach, Arlington Heights, IL. Dropping in the chat! #DitchBook

M_D_Boone Feb 18 @ 10:21 PM EST

A2: Teachers lose their way when test scores become more important than nurturing and cultivating human beings. #DitchBook

menxueiro Feb 18 @ 10:21 PM EST

A3: #ditchbook #WhatKidsNeed https://t.co/BlnlixhoBV

dr_helgeson Feb 18 @ 10:21 PM EST

@jmattmiller Yes! They need to feel valued #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:21 PM EST

Wow, you guys are AMAZING with these ... #DitchBook

rachelmarker Feb 18 @ 10:21 PM EST

@mtkristigaines Love it. And their bravery comes when Ts like YOU let them shine! #ditchbook

emosier3 Feb 18 @ 10:21 PM EST

A4: Flamin' Hot Cheetos! ;-) #ditchbook

stephanie_v_i Feb 18 @ 10:22 PM EST

A1: I'm fascinated in seeing kids develop. I want to be apart of that process! #ditchbook #edts325

kmartintahoe Feb 18 @ 10:22 PM EST

A3: #KidsReallyNeed support in trying new things & freedom to fail in a loving supportive environment! #DitchBook

RemScience Feb 18 @ 10:22 PM EST

A4: Paper. #DitchBook

phhscience Feb 18 @ 10:22 PM EST

Ss need a Tt to guide their inquiring minds #KidsReallyNeed lending a helping hand - showing them different paths #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:22 PM EST

Nice! I'll have to get right on that one! #DitchBook https://t.co/phITFMe2mz

nathan_stevens Feb 18 @ 10:20 PM EST

A4 students need Matt's new book "Ditching the textbook: student edition" #DitchBook @jmattmiller

mrg_3 Feb 18 @ 10:22 PM EST

#whatkidsneed is for teachers to get out of the way of learning. #ditchbook #INeLearn a soapbox I climb up on often ~Cicero

rachelmarker Feb 18 @ 10:22 PM EST

@Ajarn_Adam Truth. So much of #ditchbook helps me think abt how we can encourage this in our Ss!

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:22 PM EST

TRUTH! #DitchBook https://t.co/A6yCmYgF5z

clcart109 Feb 18 @ 10:20 PM EST

A3: more memorable experiences and more relationships with adults who model quality #KidsReallyNeed #DitchBook

zonie71 Feb 18 @ 10:22 PM EST

A4: TESTING!!! #ditchbook

LisaGuardino Feb 18 @ 10:22 PM EST

Yes, affirmation that they can do anything #ditchbook https://t.co/ltXwuhIZ0c

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:20 PM EST

A3: Here's mine ... #KidsReallyNeed ... Hope you can read it ... #DitchBook https://t.co/K5L5oolb0e

BBaumeyer Feb 18 @ 10:22 PM EST

A4: negativity #ditchbook

nathan_stevens Feb 18 @ 10:22 PM EST

@jmattmiller sometimes you have to hit up the students to get the teacher to change their mind #DitchBook

kristijacobs16 Feb 18 @ 10:23 PM EST

A4: lining up with transitions #ditchbook

menxueiro Feb 18 @ 10:23 PM EST

A3: Students need to feel safe to make mistakes! Safe environment for failing #ditchbook #WhatKidsNeed

Ajarn_Adam Feb 18 @ 10:23 PM EST

A4 Endless standardised testing - some is needed, but too much emphasis on this right now #DitchBook

SEANJFAHEY Feb 18 @ 10:23 PM EST

A4: Homework #ditchbook

taylor_bybee Feb 18 @ 10:23 PM EST

#ditchbook Ss don't need restrictive environments. Let them be them and teach them to accept themselves.

Americans2012 Feb 18 @ 10:23 PM EST

@jmattmiller a4 don't know about other states but wi 2much TESTING we test so much there is no time 2 teach #DitchBook

TTmomTT - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:23 PM EST

A4: Standardized tests!!!! #ditchbook

kmartintahoe Feb 18 @ 10:23 PM EST

A4: kids don't need ts who are done learning. #DitchBook

dr_helgeson Feb 18 @ 10:23 PM EST

A4: Ts using only direct instruction with only test scores in mind #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:23 PM EST

100 #DitchPoints for Sean for using a sticky note! #DitchBook https://t.co/1wGkUi07fj

SEANJFAHEY Feb 18 @ 10:21 PM EST

#ditchbook #KidsReallyNeed https://t.co/MhkiGdKK9T

JessupMichelle Feb 18 @ 10:23 PM EST

Haha. They make a mess! #ditchbook https://t.co/645qNBhFxX

emosier3 Feb 18 @ 10:21 PM EST

A4: Flamin' Hot Cheetos! ;-) #ditchbook

RemScience Feb 18 @ 10:23 PM EST

@zonie71 You win the Internet tonight. #DitchBook

ClineCari Feb 18 @ 10:24 PM EST

A3: Purpose...in learning...in life...in themselves #kidsreallyneed #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:24 PM EST

YES! #DitchBook https://t.co/c2Eicy1civ

M_D_Boone Feb 18 @ 10:21 PM EST

A2: Teachers lose their way when test scores become more important than nurturing and cultivating human beings. #DitchBook

emosier3 Feb 18 @ 10:24 PM EST

A4: Unfortunately, there seems to be a lot of negativity & popularity wars. This is where Ts are HUGE supporter of S personality! #ditchbook

rachelmarker Feb 18 @ 10:24 PM EST

@kmartintahoe And Ts who provide that safe space to #failforward! #ditchbook

nathan_stevens Feb 18 @ 10:24 PM EST

@jmattmiller A5 desks in lines. Digital worksheets that do not fold #DitchBook

SEANJFAHEY Feb 18 @ 10:24 PM EST

Kids need to be heard...I asked my students what #KidsReallyNeed #ditchbook https://t.co/a3qXiuONyR

MayersAlicia Feb 18 @ 10:24 PM EST

A4 worksheets, bad home situations=trauma :( #ditchbook

teachusingtech Feb 18 @ 10:24 PM EST

A3 #kidsreallyneed us to listen to them. Their narrative is important! #DitchBook

MichaelJDunlea Feb 18 @ 10:24 PM EST

A3 S's need T's who see them as individual little people, not data generators #KidsReallyNeed #ditchbook https://t.co/DMhThdItwX

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:24 PM EST

Evan, I'm literally LOL'ing here ... #DitchBook https://t.co/Q3TM73eprV

emosier3 Feb 18 @ 10:21 PM EST

A4: Flamin' Hot Cheetos! ;-) #ditchbook

mrg_3 Feb 18 @ 10:24 PM EST

A4 Bells, clocks, and desks. They are so 40s, 50s, 60, 70s, 80s, 90s.... #ditchbook

taylor_bybee Feb 18 @ 10:24 PM EST

#ditchbook YES https://t.co/aihmwms1o7

TTmomTT - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:23 PM EST

A4: Standardized tests!!!! #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:24 PM EST

I've heard you speak from that soapbox! :) #ditchBook https://t.co/0sfrNHHxO2

mrg_3 Feb 18 @ 10:22 PM EST

#whatkidsneed is for teachers to get out of the way of learning. #ditchbook #INeLearn a soapbox I climb up on often ~Cicero

kilgoretech Feb 18 @ 10:24 PM EST

A4: Ts dispersing content orally. #charliebrownsteacher #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:24 PM EST

Yes the do! #ditchbook https://t.co/kGixXyNLri

menxueiro Feb 18 @ 10:23 PM EST

A3: Students need to feel safe to make mistakes! Safe environment for failing #ditchbook #WhatKidsNeed

zonie71 Feb 18 @ 10:24 PM EST

.@RemScience thanks! 😊 👍🏼 #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:25 PM EST

Q5 is almost here! #DitchBook

MsMensing Feb 18 @ 10:25 PM EST

#KidsReallyNeed #GAFE! Seriously, a classroom is so much more effective with google apps! #DitchBook

emosier3 Feb 18 @ 10:25 PM EST

@jmattmiller Are they not rampant though? I need to invest in good 'ol Chester's stock!!! #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Feb 18 @ 10:25 PM EST

@jmattmiller I was prepared...someone slipped me the Qs before the test. What is cash value of #ditchpoints ? #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:25 PM EST

Exactly. #DitchBook https://t.co/YUgfBfHd3v

nathan_stevens Feb 18 @ 10:22 PM EST

@jmattmiller sometimes you have to hit up the students to get the teacher to change their mind #DitchBook

rachelmarker Feb 18 @ 10:25 PM EST

A4: Worksheets. "My way or the highway." Teacher-centered envmts. #ditchbook

stephanie_v_i Feb 18 @ 10:25 PM EST

A5: We can refocus by having more one on one time! (if possible). #kidsreallyneed #ditchbook #edts325

MistyMitchellm Feb 18 @ 10:25 PM EST

A4: the small definition of "smart." Seriously, know people who couldn't pass 8th gr "TEST" but can build a house! #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:25 PM EST

Yep, I think you struck a nerve with LOTS of teachers, Aggie! #ditchBook https://t.co/kmiz3SHJYO

Americans2012 Feb 18 @ 10:23 PM EST

@jmattmiller a4 don't know about other states but wi 2much TESTING we test so much there is no time 2 teach #DitchBook

paulemcneil Feb 18 @ 10:25 PM EST

the parochial / traditional philosophy must be replaced with a progressive mindset @jmattmiller #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:26 PM EST

Q5: How can we refocus our attention to make sure kids get what they REALLY need? #DitchBook https://t.co/fBB44L3w1N

menxueiro Feb 18 @ 10:26 PM EST

A4: Drill and kill #ditchbook https://t.co/9YAtWQXsHf

LisaGuardino Feb 18 @ 10:26 PM EST

A4: Negativity #ditchbook

MichaelJDunlea Feb 18 @ 10:26 PM EST

A4 stress! I have 7 yr olds w/ big problems, they need less sitting at desks & more movement #ditchbook

dr_helgeson Feb 18 @ 10:26 PM EST

@rachelmarker Yes! This can be so frustrating #DitchBook

rachelmarker Feb 18 @ 10:26 PM EST

@zonie71 So true! We can assess more creatively + authentically! #ditchbook

mtkristigaines Feb 18 @ 10:26 PM EST

A4: Worksheets, rules, schedules, calendars, textbooks, assessments, grades... #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:26 PM EST

BOOM. Mike nailed it. #DitchBook https://t.co/XY59AM4NkW

MichaelJDunlea Feb 18 @ 10:24 PM EST

A3 S's need T's who see them as individual little people, not data generators #KidsReallyNeed #ditchbook https://t.co/DMhThdItwX

nathan_stevens Feb 18 @ 10:27 PM EST

@jmattmiller @Americans2012 test proctors are coming for you #ditchbook https://t.co/NCwkr4whod

iincorvati Feb 18 @ 10:27 PM EST

A4: kids really don’t need judgements or labels from teachers #eloned #ditchbook

rachelmarker Feb 18 @ 10:27 PM EST

@dr_helgeson Agreed! "I had the most awesome worksheet today, mom!" said no student ever. #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:27 PM EST

AMEN! #ditchbook https://t.co/xml4895xBM

kmartintahoe Feb 18 @ 10:23 PM EST

A4: kids don't need ts who are done learning. #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:27 PM EST

@kilgoretech YES! Wah wah wah wah wah wah wah ... #CharlieBrownsTeacher #DitchBook

JaneMartellino Feb 18 @ 10:27 PM EST

A4: outdated classroom designs - too many look like when I went to a school I. 60's and 70's and still too controlled by clock #ditchbook

JenSantiniEdu Feb 18 @ 10:27 PM EST

A4: They don't need to spend so much time memorizing information they can find in 2 seconds. #DitchBook

menxueiro Feb 18 @ 10:27 PM EST

Boom! #ditchbook https://t.co/xFG4URHM3M

mtkristigaines Feb 18 @ 10:26 PM EST

A4: Worksheets, rules, schedules, calendars, textbooks, assessments, grades... #DitchBook

kristijacobs16 Feb 18 @ 10:27 PM EST

A5: lower ratios, get to know the individuals #ditchbook

paulemcneil Feb 18 @ 10:27 PM EST

Who's learning is it anyway? Give up control. Trust your students. My lesson or my students learning? #DitchBook

dr_helgeson Feb 18 @ 10:27 PM EST

A5: Take a moment (or two) to really look at the kids in front of us. -seek true understanding #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:27 PM EST

Ohh, Karen, you're singing my song ... #DitchBook https://t.co/i1Lrlor8X9

MsMensing Feb 18 @ 10:25 PM EST

#KidsReallyNeed #GAFE! Seriously, a classroom is so much more effective with google apps! #DitchBook

taylor_bybee Feb 18 @ 10:27 PM EST

A5 #ditchbook I think it goes back to remembering the WHY. Refocus on students as real people and the rest falls into place

RemScience Feb 18 @ 10:28 PM EST

A5: If they are our focus, then we are on target. #DitchBook

menxueiro Feb 18 @ 10:28 PM EST

Bwahahahaha 😂😂😂😂 #ditchbook #WhatKidsNeed https://t.co/stvcBKjRLQ

nathan_stevens Feb 18 @ 10:27 PM EST

@jmattmiller @Americans2012 test proctors are coming for you #ditchbook https://t.co/NCwkr4whod

zonie71 Feb 18 @ 10:28 PM EST

A5: Do what's best for the Ss, not what's easiest for the teacher. #Ditchbook

teachusingtech Feb 18 @ 10:28 PM EST

A4 Kids don't need as much direction as we give them, we over saturate lessons with directions, which ultimately become recipes #ditchbook

MichaelJDunlea Feb 18 @ 10:28 PM EST

A4 policies created by non-experts, let T's have autonomy to teach the S's they know so well, pacing guides are S blind #ditchbook

rachelmarker Feb 18 @ 10:28 PM EST

AMAZING! YESSSS! #ditchbook https://t.co/9sivqKeNn9

mrg_3 Feb 18 @ 10:24 PM EST

A4 Bells, clocks, and desks. They are so 40s, 50s, 60, 70s, 80s, 90s.... #ditchbook

LisaGuardino Feb 18 @ 10:28 PM EST

A5: Find PLN's that energize and motivate us to provide creative & innovative classrooms & material for Ss #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:28 PM EST

I HATE seeing kids like this in schools when they're so full of wonder and curiosity. #DitchBook https://t.co/3ktwrxyvXh

menxueiro Feb 18 @ 10:26 PM EST

A4: Drill and kill #ditchbook https://t.co/9YAtWQXsHf

iincorvati Feb 18 @ 10:28 PM EST

#eloned RT @LisaGuardino: A3: #kidsreallyneed Confidence... if we believe they can do it, they will do it #ditchbook

MayersAlicia Feb 18 @ 10:28 PM EST

A5 Ts need time to learn, grow, and plan. Give Ss interest inventories, talk to them see what their learning preferences are #ditchbook

RemScience Feb 18 @ 10:28 PM EST

A5: part 2, but if they are our focus, we must listen. #DitchBook

nathan_stevens Feb 18 @ 10:28 PM EST

@menxueiro another one for you #ditchbook @jmattmiller https://t.co/p5XkxWY47H

taylor_bybee Feb 18 @ 10:28 PM EST

#ditchbook great advice! https://t.co/FISUH5jDdh

paulemcneil Feb 18 @ 10:27 PM EST

Who's learning is it anyway? Give up control. Trust your students. My lesson or my students learning? #DitchBook

BBaumeyer Feb 18 @ 10:28 PM EST

A5: first step: take time to listen to the child. & I don't just mean their words. Watch body language. If antsy, let them move. #ditchbook

emosier3 Feb 18 @ 10:29 PM EST

A5: Focus on the learning of the Ss, not just so they can pass the dreaded test. Have they learned it? Can they apply it? #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:29 PM EST

@JaneMartellino Right! Design needs to keep up too! #DitchBook

MsMensing Feb 18 @ 10:29 PM EST

A5 All teachers need to teach like we are in the 21st century. After 16 years, it's time. #DitchBook

MistyMitchellm Feb 18 @ 10:29 PM EST

A5: #ditchbook #KidsReallyNeed https://t.co/DDNoj76ANb

dr_helgeson Feb 18 @ 10:29 PM EST

@zonie71 too often people focus on what is easy #DitchBook

SEANJFAHEY Feb 18 @ 10:29 PM EST

A5: We need the JOY back in learning @shareski https://t.co/VIYkaiG5RU #ditchbook @EduRoadTrip

iincorvati Feb 18 @ 10:29 PM EST

#eloned RT @SEANJFAHEY: #ditchbook #KidsReallyNeed https://t.co/jzzxAkSD8g

menxueiro Feb 18 @ 10:29 PM EST

When I grow up I want to be just like you! Can we be bff's? #ditchbook #WhatKidsNeed https://t.co/wzAWtpX5tE

nathan_stevens Feb 18 @ 10:28 PM EST

@menxueiro another one for you #ditchbook @jmattmiller https://t.co/p5XkxWY47H

Ajarn_Adam Feb 18 @ 10:29 PM EST

A5 Connect & engage with other innovative educators, share ideas, inspiration, what works etc #DitchBook

TTmomTT - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:29 PM EST

You are speaking my language! #ditchbook https://t.co/XETuMzLT2C

zonie71 Feb 18 @ 10:28 PM EST

A5: Do what's best for the Ss, not what's easiest for the teacher. #Ditchbook

nathan_stevens Feb 18 @ 10:29 PM EST

@Americans2012 @jmattmiller @menxueiro #ditchbook https://t.co/wwNJsTV3st

iincorvati Feb 18 @ 10:30 PM EST

Great point in UBD too! #eloned RT @RemScience: A3: #KidsReallyNeed Ts to listen and guide. We should facilitate and motivate! #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:30 PM EST

Thanks for an AWESOME chat! Feel free to stick around for three bonus questions coming up! #DitchBook https://t.co/hRwOwzaJPm

nathan_stevens Feb 18 @ 10:30 PM EST

@menxueiro @jmattmiller sure. I need more bffs #ditchbook

slogue89 Feb 18 @ 10:30 PM EST

A5 Hovering Parents...and on the other end absentee parents...#DitchBook

Americans2012 Feb 18 @ 10:30 PM EST

@emosier3 right ! Just because u thought it, doesn't mean they got it! #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:30 PM EST

@nathan_stevens @menxueiro LOL ... yes! #DitchBook

SEANJFAHEY Feb 18 @ 10:30 PM EST

shivers just went down my spine #ditchbook https://t.co/fRQZJVaKYX

nathan_stevens Feb 18 @ 10:29 PM EST

@Americans2012 @jmattmiller @menxueiro #ditchbook https://t.co/wwNJsTV3st

RemScience Feb 18 @ 10:30 PM EST

@emosier3 I'm a super fan of PBL and other methods of Ss demonstrating what they learn rather than tests. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:30 PM EST

Love this. #DitchBook https://t.co/StJBkuBDHf

MistyMitchellm Feb 18 @ 10:29 PM EST

A5: #ditchbook #KidsReallyNeed https://t.co/DDNoj76ANb

rachelmarker Feb 18 @ 10:30 PM EST

A5: Incorporate voice + choice into all parts of the day. Start each day with a morning meeting to connect w Ss. #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:30 PM EST

A5: Listen to Ts when they make suggestions about what's best for Ss. They should be our focus. #ditchbook

kristijacobs16 Feb 18 @ 10:30 PM EST

Exactly..where is the balance #ditchbook https://t.co/w2WhoifFPJ

slogue89 Feb 18 @ 10:30 PM EST

A5 Hovering Parents...and on the other end absentee parents...#DitchBook

clcart109 Feb 18 @ 10:31 PM EST

A5:By paying attention and asking them, kids know ,more than we give them credit for. #ditchbook

rachelmarker Feb 18 @ 10:31 PM EST

@nathan_stevens @jmattmiller @Americans2012 Bwahahaha! #ditchbook

mrmacsclasses Feb 18 @ 10:31 PM EST

@jmattmiller #ditchbook I do an activity called "affirmation" - kids affirm each other; tears ...powerful https://t.co/H4T1jvSPgW

nathan_stevens Feb 18 @ 10:31 PM EST

@Americans2012 @jmattmiller @menxueiro one for the road #DitchBook https://t.co/FL8nLfm9uJ

menxueiro Feb 18 @ 10:31 PM EST

😂 @nathan_stevens @Americans2012 @jmattmiller #ditchbook #WhatKidsNeed https://t.co/OwSGHo36FL

slogue89 Feb 18 @ 10:31 PM EST

A4 Hovering Parents...and on the other end absentee parents...#DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:31 PM EST

And tune them out when Ss aren't at the center of those suggestions. #DitchBook https://t.co/45J6bHu5gi

TTmomTT - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:30 PM EST

A5: Listen to Ts when they make suggestions about what's best for Ss. They should be our focus. #ditchbook

rachelmarker Feb 18 @ 10:31 PM EST

@TTmomTT @kmartintahoe Oh, man, YES! We all need to model lifelong lrng for our Ss! #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:32 PM EST

@mrmacsclasses Wow ... I love it already. #DitchBook

TTmomTT - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:32 PM EST

@jmattmiller YEP! #ditchbook

nathan_stevens Feb 18 @ 10:32 PM EST

@Americans2012 @jmattmiller @menxueiro one for your sofa #ditchbook https://t.co/mAq7sIyiYa

MichaelJDunlea Feb 18 @ 10:32 PM EST

@mrg_3 I despise concept that the 46th minute means math is learned 4 2day! Let the S's tell me when they're done #ditchbook #KidsReallyNeed

rachelmarker Feb 18 @ 10:32 PM EST

Agreed. We #overscaffold! #ditchbook https://t.co/4swRLoOL2T

teachusingtech Feb 18 @ 10:28 PM EST

A4 Kids don't need as much direction as we give them, we over saturate lessons with directions, which ultimately become recipes #ditchbook

mtkristigaines Feb 18 @ 10:33 PM EST

A5: Slow down, go outside, make relationships count. #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:33 PM EST

Bonus Q1: Here's a #KidsReallyNeed sticky note. What do you think? #DitchBook https://t.co/327Tboig80

teachusingtech Feb 18 @ 10:33 PM EST

A5 We can refocus by providing them with impact lessons that engage, invigorate and put smiles on their faces #ditchbook #lovelearning

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:33 PM EST

Can I just stop and say that #DitchBook has been ON FIRE with these #KidsReallyNeed tweets tonight? Ahhh-MAZING!

TTmomTT - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:33 PM EST

@RemScience @emosier3 I've gone to a conference (tell me how) method as an option for assessment. #ditchbook

kellydunshee1 Feb 18 @ 10:34 PM EST

@SEANJFAHEY #DitchBook yes very true

rachelmarker Feb 18 @ 10:34 PM EST

@MayersAlicia So true. Ts don't get nearly the time they need to learn and reflect. @twitter helps me process! #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:34 PM EST

@TTmomTT @RemScience @emosier3 I love that model. You can't play "gotcha" w/tricky ?s using conference method. #DitchBook

MayersAlicia Feb 18 @ 10:34 PM EST

BQ1 Yup! #whatkidsreallyneed is Ts who Inspire and Motivate #ditchbook

mrmacsclasses Feb 18 @ 10:34 PM EST

@MsMensing Lets teach like its the 22nd century and by the time others get on board it will be #ditchbook @jmattmiller

MichaelJDunlea Feb 18 @ 10:34 PM EST

A5 advocate at all levels, local, state & National for policies that serve S's intelligently & thoughtfully, share stories #ditchbook

nathan_stevens Feb 18 @ 10:34 PM EST

@jmattmiller they need this #micdrop #DitchBook https://t.co/mwUDv3LBNW

taylor_bybee Feb 18 @ 10:35 PM EST

#ditchbook YES@ If they have no motivation, they won't progress to the best of their abilities-they must believe they can, then they will!!

emosier3 Feb 18 @ 10:35 PM EST

Agreed! I love seeing all the positivity this evening! #ditchbook https://t.co/FjyFky4Yip

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:33 PM EST

Can I just stop and say that #DitchBook has been ON FIRE with these #KidsReallyNeed tweets tonight? Ahhh-MAZING!

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:35 PM EST

BQ1: True for me too. Thinking of all the Ts in my past that inspired and motivated me. #DitchBook

teachusingtech Feb 18 @ 10:35 PM EST

Thanks for the forum! Got in a bit late but those were great questions!!! #ditchbook https://t.co/Z9OQix5zh2

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:30 PM EST

Thanks for an AWESOME chat! Feel free to stick around for three bonus questions coming up! #DitchBook https://t.co/hRwOwzaJPm

menxueiro Feb 18 @ 10:35 PM EST

@nathan_stevens @Americans2012 @jmattmiller #ditchbook #WhatKidsNeed https://t.co/x13M1Wdqbw

rachelmarker Feb 18 @ 10:35 PM EST

@jmattmiller My voice often shakes! But we must speak it! #ditchbook

Ajarn_Adam Feb 18 @ 10:35 PM EST

@rachelmarker @kristijacobs16 @mtkristigaines Yep :) #DitchBook

MayersAlicia Feb 18 @ 10:35 PM EST

@BDicksonNV think you would really like this chat #ditchbook #whatkidsreallyneet

MistyMitchellm Feb 18 @ 10:35 PM EST

B1: ask kids what problems they see and ask how they could fix it. Let them try. Don't teach learned helplessness! #ditchbook

mtkristigaines Feb 18 @ 10:36 PM EST

BQ1: I'm not sure the students need this as much as the teachers. Most 2nd graders still naturally have these. #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:36 PM EST

@teachusingtech So glad you took part (as always) Pablo! #ditchbook

rachelmarker Feb 18 @ 10:36 PM EST

@mrmacsclasses @jmattmiller Love it. When I was in the classroom we did "acknowledgements" every Friday. So powerful. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:37 PM EST

Right! What would education be like if more teachers had inspiration and motivation? #DitchBook https://t.co/PA5JzuOnAx

mtkristigaines Feb 18 @ 10:36 PM EST

BQ1: I'm not sure the students need this as much as the teachers. Most 2nd graders still naturally have these. #DitchBook

JaneMartellino Feb 18 @ 10:37 PM EST

A5: Ss want to matter. They want it to make a difference now not just in the future. #ditchbook

MayersAlicia Feb 18 @ 10:37 PM EST

@rachelmarker I know. PD is delivered then they are expected to use it the next dat #ditchbook

phhscience Feb 18 @ 10:37 PM EST

Thanks everyone great chat have leaving I'll catch up later #ditchbook

rachelmarker Feb 18 @ 10:37 PM EST

#geniushour, anyone?! #ditchbook https://t.co/NcSM4duRSF

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:33 PM EST

Bonus Q1: Here's a #KidsReallyNeed sticky note. What do you think? #DitchBook https://t.co/327Tboig80

emosier3 Feb 18 @ 10:38 PM EST

B1: Sometimes that's entire reason Ss come 2 school. Either 2 learn 2 be loved & appreciated. Sometimes both. #ditchbook #Whatkidsreallyneed

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:38 PM EST

Bonus Q2: Here's a #KidsReallyNeed sticky note. What do you think? #DitchBook https://t.co/7WY3p4eChd

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:38 PM EST

Bonus Q2 is imminent! #DitchBook

Ajarn_Adam Feb 18 @ 10:38 PM EST

BQ1 Ss definitely motivated if they engage in activities that have a benefit to the wider society #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:38 PM EST

BQ1: Some of my HS do need a reminder because they have not succeeded for so long they no longer think they can. #ditchbook

menxueiro Feb 18 @ 10:38 PM EST

They need meaningful instruction! They're creative & self-motivated when they see value on learning #ditchbook https://t.co/eaISSY1DBF

emosier3 Feb 18 @ 10:39 PM EST

B2: Varying the learning ensures lesson is catering to all Ss learning styles. #ditchbook

clcart109 Feb 18 @ 10:39 PM EST

BQ1: they really really need this and it's not testable ! #ditchbook

RemScience Feb 18 @ 10:39 PM EST

Would love to stay, but fading fast. What a week! What a chat! Night y'all. #DitchBook

rachelmarker Feb 18 @ 10:39 PM EST

@MayersAlicia Twitter has been the best self-directed PD for me. I get so many ideas that feel applicable and relevant every day! #ditchbook

menxueiro Feb 18 @ 10:39 PM EST

Sad, but true... #ditchbook #WhatKidsNeed https://t.co/FGxUAf6AAa

TTmomTT - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:38 PM EST

BQ1: Some of my HS do need a reminder because they have not succeeded for so long they no longer think they can. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:39 PM EST

@RemScience No problem! Thanks for joining, Rebekah! #DitchBook

MayersAlicia Feb 18 @ 10:39 PM EST

B2 This is the fun stuff! #ditchbook

rachelmarker Feb 18 @ 10:39 PM EST

@jmattmiller Are we TRENDING yet?! #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Feb 18 @ 10:40 PM EST

Out of the box, as in Different; as is in the D in D.I.T.C.H Yeah, students need that #ditchbook https://t.co/3tvj1umOIA

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:38 PM EST

Bonus Q2: Here's a #KidsReallyNeed sticky note. What do you think? #DitchBook https://t.co/7WY3p4eChd

MistyMitchellm Feb 18 @ 10:40 PM EST

😞 #ditchbook https://t.co/zPkp94y4qt

TTmomTT - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:38 PM EST

BQ1: Some of my HS do need a reminder because they have not succeeded for so long they no longer think they can. #ditchbook

taylor_bybee Feb 18 @ 10:40 PM EST

#ditchbook if students are the creators of their learning, they will see the value in it, and have a new hunger for learning

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:40 PM EST

Agreed! Twitter filled my desire for knowledge and connections when I was pretty dry. #DitchBook https://t.co/FwYxCn0Jkd

rachelmarker Feb 18 @ 10:39 PM EST

@MayersAlicia Twitter has been the best self-directed PD for me. I get so many ideas that feel applicable and relevant every day! #ditchbook

kat_goyette Feb 18 @ 10:40 PM EST

Here just in time for some bonus questions: BQ2: Kinesthetic & creative learning experiences are memorable & cement learning #ditchbook

emosier3 Feb 18 @ 10:41 PM EST

B1: Sometimes that's entire reason Ss go 2 school. Either 2 learn, 2 be loved, or appreciated. Or all 3! #ditchbook #Whatkidsreallyneed

kmartintahoe Feb 18 @ 10:41 PM EST

@rachelmarker @MayersAlicia #pocketpals #tosachat #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:41 PM EST

BQ2: #TLAP enough said! #ditchbook #KidsReallyNeed https://t.co/qwKrwzgsTo

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:38 PM EST

Bonus Q2: Here's a #KidsReallyNeed sticky note. What do you think? #DitchBook https://t.co/7WY3p4eChd

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:41 PM EST

@rachelmarker No ... :( #DitchBook

kellydunshee1 Feb 18 @ 10:41 PM EST

#DitchBook A1 I know with my daughter i seen her get inspired n motivated by a teacher who helped her to belive in her learning.

nathan_stevens Feb 18 @ 10:41 PM EST

@jmattmiller yes and double yes #ditchbook

menxueiro Feb 18 @ 10:41 PM EST

@nathan_stevens @jmattmiller #ditchbook #WhatKidsNeed https://t.co/mRHc6qAp4f

MistyMitchellm Feb 18 @ 10:41 PM EST

BQ2: soooo imp for metacognition. To Learn how to learn student-directed learning is necessary. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:41 PM EST

@SEANJFAHEY 20 more #DitchPoints for using the DITCH acronym Sean! #DitchBook

rachelmarker Feb 18 @ 10:42 PM EST

@RemScience Great to learn with you again! Have a great night. #ditchbook

nathan_stevens Feb 18 @ 10:42 PM EST

@menxueiro @jmattmiller yes we did #ditchbook https://t.co/3cAanr13qw

clcart109 Feb 18 @ 10:42 PM EST

BQ2: we need 2teach students how 2"drive their own learning bus," by the time they reach hs, they are looking to be spoon fed:( #ditchbook

menxueiro Feb 18 @ 10:42 PM EST

BA2: #ditchbook https://t.co/JtcyhMexnE

TTmomTT - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:42 PM EST

@jmattmiller @SEANJFAHEY Sean is on fire tonight with the extra points. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:42 PM EST

One more quick question, #DitchBook

mtkristigaines Feb 18 @ 10:42 PM EST

BQ2: Yes! =Life-long learners! #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:43 PM EST

Bonus Q3: Here's a #KidsReallyNeed sticky note. What do you think? #DitchBook https://t.co/7aEQoXAZWr

kmartintahoe Feb 18 @ 10:43 PM EST

Bqa2: Ss develop Lang BY actually talking! It's how our early elem Ss learn-lets build talking in! Esp imptn for EL Ss #DitchBook

kellydunshee1 Feb 18 @ 10:43 PM EST

@kellydunshee1 #DitchBook A1 my daughter has grown so much n still pushes herself to use technology n resources to help navigate

Ajarn_Adam Feb 18 @ 10:43 PM EST

BQ2 Whenever possible, just have to accept things may not always go according to plan :) #DitchBook

nathan_stevens Feb 18 @ 10:43 PM EST

@jmattmiller @rachelmarker @MayersAlicia I got your desire for knowledge right here #DitchBook https://t.co/dUj1hQxklA

SEANJFAHEY Feb 18 @ 10:44 PM EST

@TTmomTT @jmattmiller That right...I don't fool around when it comes to #ditchbook chat. I bring it :)

rachelmarker Feb 18 @ 10:44 PM EST

BQ2: Yes! They need both. As much hands-on and real-world and engaging lessons that drive/motivate them! #ditchbook

nathan_stevens Feb 18 @ 10:44 PM EST

@btcostello05 @jmattmiller I am around the corner from the box. You silly out of the box thinkers need to catch up #ditchbook

JaneMartellino Feb 18 @ 10:44 PM EST

@jmattmiller See Ss persuade throwing out challenge to your Ss w/@studentsrebuild Pinwheel Project on https://t.co/W34sT1APIl #ditchbook

AMitchell828 Feb 18 @ 10:45 PM EST

#DitchBook students using class notes to create review games on Google slides for classmates =engaged review and reinforcement of knowledge

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:45 PM EST

BQ3: The non-judgmental ear is key! So many Ss are constantly judged by adults. We miss chances to guide them when we do! #DitchBook

menxueiro Feb 18 @ 10:45 PM EST

Thanks for a great #ditchbook #WhatKidsNeed Leaving happy and with a new bff! @nathan_stevens https://t.co/6ChRnPWqUf

taylor_bybee Feb 18 @ 10:45 PM EST

#ditchbook absolutely. inspiration is what got us to this point, right? I would be lost without it, and students are people too right?

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:45 PM EST

@AMitchell828 Ooh, I do love a good Google Slides review game ... #DitchBook

kmartintahoe Feb 18 @ 10:46 PM EST

Loving this chat tonight! Great work @jmattmiller! #DitchBook https://t.co/rW8TITA2jb

mtkristigaines Feb 18 @ 10:46 PM EST

In love with the #DitchBook community after just one night! Bowing out; thanks all! And, thanks for the invite @rachelmarker !

MistyMitchellm Feb 18 @ 10:46 PM EST

BQ3: Judging = defeating. Don't squelch innovation & curiosity. #ditchbook

rachelmarker Feb 18 @ 10:46 PM EST

BQ3: We need to let Ss discover what inspires + moves *them*! Ts don't need to BE the inspiration, always. Listen lots. #ditchbook

nathan_stevens Feb 18 @ 10:46 PM EST

@btcostello05 @jmattmiller oh yeah. I turned my box into a Death Star and alderoned you airplane #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:46 PM EST

@menxueiro @nathan_stevens Glad you guys enjoyed it! :) #ditchBook

emosier3 Feb 18 @ 10:46 PM EST

BQ3: Listening is HUGE! Whether you agree or not, a S just wants someone to understand their middle school struggles! #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Feb 18 @ 10:46 PM EST

I don't know if Inspiration is the fight word...affirmation and empowerment seem better fit for me #ditchbook

ohsoearly Feb 18 @ 10:46 PM EST

I'm back for bonus time #DitchBook - kids need everything we can give them #micdrop https://t.co/lmpKtRD6Xo

nathan_stevens Feb 18 @ 10:47 PM EST

@jmattmiller @menxueiro now I have to come up with more Pearson memes #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:47 PM EST

@kmartintahoe Thanks Kelly! I'm awful proud of my #DitchBook crew ... you guys rock!

TTmomTT - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:47 PM EST

BQ3: We need to inspire our Ss, let them inspire us and each other. Ss have so many amazing ideas that are often unheard. #ditchbook

rachelmarker Feb 18 @ 10:47 PM EST

@mtkristigaines Yay! So glad you jumped in. Thanks for sharing, and WELCOME! #ditchbook #MLlearns

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:47 PM EST

@mtkristigaines @rachelmarker Glad you joined, Kristi ... please come back! #DitchBook

nathan_stevens Feb 18 @ 10:48 PM EST

@btcostello05 @jmattmiller I patched that door with duct tape. Will repeat laser and water balloons #DitchBook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:48 PM EST

OK, that's it, #DitchBook! Great discussion! Thanks to all who joined. Remember to follow your fellow ditchers! https://t.co/9roinBMDfA

MistyMitchellm Feb 18 @ 10:48 PM EST

I've had many a "she won't sit with us at lunch anymore" pow wows. 😊 #ditchbook https://t.co/DoV9zQR5lO

emosier3 Feb 18 @ 10:46 PM EST

BQ3: Listening is HUGE! Whether you agree or not, a S just wants someone to understand their middle school struggles! #ditchbook

rachelmarker Feb 18 @ 10:48 PM EST

@jmattmiller AMEN. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:48 PM EST

@nathan_stevens @menxueiro LOL ... that would be an EPIC blog post. Pearson memes + GIFs ... #DitchBook

Ajarn_Adam Feb 18 @ 10:48 PM EST

Thanks everyone! #DitchBook

ohsoearly Feb 18 @ 10:48 PM EST

@nathan_stevens @jmattmiller @menxueiro Pearson and Nic Cage #ditchbook https://t.co/p3crWewFs5

rachelmarker Feb 18 @ 10:48 PM EST

@kmartintahoe @jmattmiller I know! Great topic! #ditchbook

AMitchell828 Feb 18 @ 10:49 PM EST

#DitchBook I hate I missed this chat. Will catch up tomorrow.

emosier3 Feb 18 @ 10:49 PM EST

You mean there's bonus questions to the bonus questions?!?!?! :-) #ditchbook https://t.co/VJdEMeahXC

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:48 PM EST

OK, that's it, #DitchBook! Great discussion! Thanks to all who joined. Remember to follow your fellow ditchers! https://t.co/9roinBMDfA

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:49 PM EST

@emosier3 Oops ... left that little text box there by accident ... #BonusBonusQuestions #TooManyBonuses #DitchBook

rachelmarker Feb 18 @ 10:50 PM EST

@SEANJFAHEY Agree. Empower Ss to find their inspirations and motivations... #SetThemFree #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:50 PM EST

@jmattmiller #ditchbook You are my people! https://t.co/2bqZdjVkwW

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:48 PM EST

OK, that's it, #DitchBook! Great discussion! Thanks to all who joined. Remember to follow your fellow ditchers! https://t.co/9roinBMDfA

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:51 PM EST

OK y'all ... I'm dragging after all the amazing #KidsReallyNeed tweets. Get some good rest ... see you next week! #DitchBook

kellydunshee1 Feb 18 @ 10:51 PM EST

@jmattmiller #DitchBook everyone did great nice to see educaters care about students learning.

rachelmarker Feb 18 @ 10:51 PM EST

@jmattmiller Thanks for a rockin' chat. Love the #ditchbook crew!

SEANJFAHEY Feb 18 @ 10:52 PM EST

Great blog post today and chat tonight #ditchbook continue to remember and focus on what #KidsReallyNeed

emosier3 Feb 18 @ 10:52 PM EST

Thanks for moderating a great chat, Matt! What a great display of support 4 Ss and their learning. Love #ditchbook https://t.co/yhwLmbQzzp

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:51 PM EST

OK y'all ... I'm dragging after all the amazing #KidsReallyNeed tweets. Get some good rest ... see you next week! #DitchBook

mrmacsclasses Feb 18 @ 10:53 PM EST

@MistyMitchellm @emosier3 2morrow my leadership Ss are leading a day of "no one sits alone" during lunch #ditchbook #Sscaring4eachother

jmattmiller - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:53 PM EST

Check out tonight's #ditchbook transcript ... https://t.co/smTQdY498M

nathan_stevens Feb 18 @ 10:54 PM EST

@ohsoearly @jmattmiller @menxueiro #ditchbook https://t.co/VEUAuYnN34

kmartintahoe Feb 18 @ 10:55 PM EST

@KarlyMoura @jmattmiller it was such a great chat too! But your maker faire looked amazing! #ditchbook

mtkristigaines Feb 18 @ 10:56 PM EST

@jmattmiller A great PLN is a great place to start if we are making those a goal, right? :) #DitchBook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Feb 18 @ 10:58 PM EST

Miss you all tonight #ditchbook crew! Was helping out with our amazing Maker Faire @SunTerrace1! https://t.co/acUO6enCOb