#mtedchat Archive

#MTedchat strengthens Montana's network of innovative and connected educators.

Tuesday November 27, 2018
10:00 PM EST

  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:01 PM EST
    Welcome to #MTedchat! Our topic tonight is “Getting Personal with Professional Learning!” Please take a moment to introduce yourself: name, role, and location.
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:02 PM EST
    If you introduced colleague to the chat (or to Twitter), please give them a shout-out as an introduction and/or tag them to join!! #MTedchat
  • timlriley Nov 27 @ 10:02 PM EST
    Hello everyone. Tim in Nebraska #mtedchat
  • kelseykimpton Nov 27 @ 10:02 PM EST
    Hi! Kelsey Flynn, 2nd grade in Townsend. I’m excited to chat With everyone tonight. #MTedchat
  • MrsKimStout Nov 27 @ 10:03 PM EST
    Kim Stout, Helena, MT! Hi #mtedchat
  • edu_ksSkukalek Nov 27 @ 10:03 PM EST
    Kimberly, Instructional staff developer for equity and CRT, Florida #mtedchat
    In reply to @cristama
  • kruevans Nov 27 @ 10:04 PM EST
    Hi folks. George from Japan. I teach secondary English. Happy to learn with you all today. #MTedchat
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:04 PM EST
    Hi everyone!! Crista Anderson, Dixon School Principal! Glad to see you here!! #MTedchat
  • Shelley_Emslie Nov 27 @ 10:04 PM EST
    Hello! Shelley - 5th Grade - Bigfork, MT #mtedchat
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:04 PM EST
    Chat will be typical Q1, A1 format. Include #MTedchat on every post.
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:04 PM EST
    Your moderator tonight will be @cristama Be looking for questions coming from me to join the conversation. #MTedchat (It can be helpful to RT ?s)
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:05 PM EST
    All chats will be archived at https://t.co/bC5pMjz7BC #MTedchat
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:05 PM EST
    Question 1 is on its way… #MTedchat
  • St006C Nov 27 @ 10:05 PM EST
    Courtney Stepp Kinder teacher WA #mtedchat
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:05 PM EST
    Q1: How can you structure YOUR professional learning to be part of your teaching/leading/coaching? How would it differ from your experiences? #MTedchat
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:06 PM EST
    Welcome, Kimberly!! Glad to have you here!! ;) #MTedchat
    In reply to @edu_ksSkukalek
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:06 PM EST
    Hi Court!!! Welcome! #MTedchat
    In reply to @St006C
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:06 PM EST
    Hi Shelley!! #MTedchat
    In reply to @Shelley_Emslie
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:07 PM EST
    Hi George!! Welcome! So glad you could join us! #MTedchat
    In reply to @kruevans
  • NVradenburg - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:07 PM EST
    HELLO #mtedchat! Forgive my tardiness! I'm Nikki tweeting from Belgrade! I'm a tech coach/PD trainer w/ @MontanaPBS Former K-5 T
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:07 PM EST
    Hi Kim!! #MTedchat
    In reply to @MrsKimStout
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:07 PM EST
    Welcome Kelsey!! #MTedchat
    In reply to @kelseykimpton
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:08 PM EST
    Hi Tim!! #MTedchat
    In reply to @timlriley
  • St006C Nov 27 @ 10:08 PM EST
    A1) I structure my learning with flexible platforms such as Twitter and Flipgrid. I'm often more inspired to try something the next day and share how it went. #mtedchat
    • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:05 PM EST
      Q1: How can you structure YOUR professional learning to be part of your teaching/leading/coaching? How would it differ from your experiences? #MTedchat
  • kruevans Nov 27 @ 10:08 PM EST
    A1: I would focus on just a few high leverage instructional techniques. Sometimes focusing on too many things at once can overload us and then we do nothing because we are paralyzed by analysis (I speak from experience!) #MTedchat
  • NVradenburg - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:08 PM EST
    A1 I think goal setting is an important part of a professional learning structure. I'm working on focusing my PD right now to meet my short and long term goals as a coach #mtedchat
  • edu_ksSkukalek Nov 27 @ 10:09 PM EST
    A1 I love learning so I tend to go to a lot of PD, but when I do need to scale back for whatever reason, I make sure to attend things that I am interested in implementing/improving for the benefit of my Ss. This way I'm more likely to take action with what I learn #mtedchat
    In reply to @cristama
  • kruevans Nov 27 @ 10:09 PM EST
    Thanks, ,Crista. Happy to be here. #MTedchat
    In reply to @cristama
  • St006C Nov 27 @ 10:09 PM EST
    Hi Crista! #mtedchat
    In reply to @cristama
  • theresevanisko Nov 27 @ 10:09 PM EST
    Hi! I'm Therese! Sorry, I'm running slightly late! #mtedchat
  • assignmenthelp Nov 27 @ 10:10 PM EST
    How to Become a Chartered Public Accountant https://t.co/IdAEArLdf4 #CathTheoEdChat #connectEDtl #Edbean #mntedu #MTedchat
  • MrsKimStout Nov 27 @ 10:10 PM EST
    A1: I make an effort to seek out PD that I can directly use and implement right away. I enjoy sharing what I've learned along the way, if people are interested. #mtedchat
  • Shelley_Emslie Nov 27 @ 10:10 PM EST
    A1 I try to learn something new every night on Twitter. I also love taking online classes. The @edtechteam Teacher Leader Cohort was INCREDIBLE and helped me become a better leader and teacher. #mtedchat
  • edu_ksSkukalek Nov 27 @ 10:11 PM EST
    A1.b when I lead PD, I incorporate strategies that can be taken back into the classroom and am sure the read the room and adjust as needed, like I would in my classroom #mtedchat
    In reply to @cristama
  • kelseykimpton Nov 27 @ 10:11 PM EST
    A1 I think to structure your learning so it is on going, Twitter, reading, reading, reading and then to be willing to try new things and grow and develop your craft each day. I also think your experiences in the classroom guide the topics of PD you seek as you reflect. #MTedchat
  • MrsKimStout Nov 27 @ 10:11 PM EST
    Hey Crista! How are you? It seems like forever since I've "seen" you. I've been watching your run streak!! Nice work!! #mtedchat
    In reply to @cristama
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:12 PM EST
    Welcome Therese!! Glad you are here ;) #mtedchat
    In reply to @theresevanisko
  • timlriley Nov 27 @ 10:12 PM EST
    Hi Crista #MTedchat
    In reply to @cristama
  • NVradenburg - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:12 PM EST
    I agree that reflection on classroom practice is a great place to start when planning for professional learning. #mtedchat
    In reply to @kelseykimpton
  • St006C Nov 27 @ 10:12 PM EST
    I love the digital PLN and PD for this reason because I can share about what is sparked in my mind and what excites me! #mtedchat
    In reply to @MrsKimStout
  • MrsKimStout Nov 27 @ 10:13 PM EST
    I love this idea!! I am going to steal it! I love the idea of learning one new thing a night! #mtedchat
    In reply to @Shelley_Emslie, @edtechteam
  • St006C Nov 27 @ 10:13 PM EST
    I agree that what is happening in one's classroom drives what PD is interesting. #mtedchat
    In reply to @kelseykimpton
  • NVradenburg - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:13 PM EST
    YES! I think that is my favorite part of Twitter/Voxer. The spirit of sharing! #mtedchat
    In reply to @St006C, @MrsKimStout
  • MrsKimStout Nov 27 @ 10:14 PM EST
    YES!! You are so right!! #mtedchat
    In reply to @St006C
  • kruevans Nov 27 @ 10:14 PM EST
    Great reflection here Kimberly. I do the same thing. For this reason I am trying to read fewer books more in depth rather than just hopping around from article to article, but it's so hard! #MTedchat
    In reply to @edu_ksSkukalek, @cristama
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:14 PM EST
    A1: I learned early from my days substitute teaching that I can learn something from every classroom I'm in. Sometimes you learn what to do...sometimes what not to do. I've carried that with me across all the systems of education I've experienced. Observe/Reflect #mtedchat
    • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:05 PM EST
      Q1: How can you structure YOUR professional learning to be part of your teaching/leading/coaching? How would it differ from your experiences? #MTedchat
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:15 PM EST
    Q2: We are learning more and more how powerful using video can be with students… How can you use video as a tool in professional learning? Who could you work with to support these methods? #MTedchat
  • St006C Nov 27 @ 10:15 PM EST
    I am glad you mentioned this because I subbed for 7 years and this was one of the best parts of subbing. ALL the ideas! I often carried my camera with me and took pictures. #mtedchat
    In reply to @cristama
  • edu_ksSkukalek Nov 27 @ 10:15 PM EST
    Yes, to reading. Today I made reference to something and surprised someone. I said it's bc I read a lot. Although, I don't read nearly as much as some others I know or how much I wish I could. I do think Twitter has made the prices easier with access to tidbits & links #mtedchat
    In reply to @kelseykimpton
  • NVradenburg - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:16 PM EST
    What will you do? Journaling? Audio notes? I do some journaling from time to time. #mtedchat
    In reply to @St006C, @kelseykimpton
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:16 PM EST
    I agree completely... I'm finally back to listening to one audio book (I commute) a month and one professional book as I need throughout the year. I'm a hungry learner and it is hard to shut down. #mtedchat
    In reply to @kruevans, @edu_ksSkukalek
  • mguhlin Nov 27 @ 10:16 PM EST
    A1: learn, create and share. let your curiosity power your PD, invite others to do same #mtedchat
    In reply to @St006C
  • NVradenburg - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:17 PM EST
    Hi Miguel! Good to see you in #mtedchat Thanks for joining in!
    In reply to @mguhlin, @St006C
  • St006C Nov 27 @ 10:17 PM EST
    A2) I can have the courage video myself again and review it. My Ss SeeSaw and sometimes I hear myself on their videos and it makes me realize I have to ALWAYS be thinking of how I am saying things! #mtedchat
    • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:15 PM EST
      Q2: We are learning more and more how powerful using video can be with students… How can you use video as a tool in professional learning? Who could you work with to support these methods? #MTedchat
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:18 PM EST
    Exactly... It is the personal learning part that becomes more emotionally inspiring because of the relationships we build. We literally SEE what is happening in each others spaces through what we each share #mtedchat
    In reply to @NVradenburg, @St006C, @MrsKimStout
  • kruevans Nov 27 @ 10:18 PM EST
    It's so hard because as you said - our minds are endlessly open for new information. I have to always remind myself that depth > breadth sometimes! #MTedchat
    In reply to @cristama, @edu_ksSkukalek
  • edu_ksSkukalek Nov 27 @ 10:18 PM EST
    A2 I used a video today in my PD. I had participates not notes as they watched and discussed in partnerships after. They had great feedback about the video. #mtedchat
    In reply to @cristama
  • NVradenburg - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:18 PM EST
    I listened to Onward by @brightmorningtm on my way home from Missoula today! Great, thought provoking book! I love audiobooks! #mtedchat
    In reply to @cristama, @kruevans, @edu_ksSkukalek, @brightmorningtm
  • kruevans Nov 27 @ 10:19 PM EST
    A2: Video doesn't lie and it forces us to be reflective. That is probably the main reason I like it so much. #MTedchat
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:19 PM EST
    Definitely!! I find I need to either have a system to keep me accountable..If reflecting is an independent process...journal, calendar, etc... If with a coach or friend, I need a weekly meetup over coffee ;) #mtedchat
    In reply to @NVradenburg, @kelseykimpton
  • Shelley_Emslie Nov 27 @ 10:20 PM EST
    Have you listened to What School Could Be by @dintersmith AMAZING! #mtedchat
    In reply to @NVradenburg, @cristama, @kruevans, @edu_ksSkukalek, @brightmorningtm, @dintersmith
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:20 PM EST
    Thank you!!! Trying so hard to find 'me' again... #mtedchat
    In reply to @MrsKimStout
  • kelseykimpton Nov 27 @ 10:20 PM EST
    A2 I’ve been using flipgrid to video our mini lessons in reading. 1 I have some goals I’m working on and videoing the lessons helps me reflect. 2 students have access to the grid and go back and watch the mini lesson at anytime. #MTedchat
  • edu_ksSkukalek Nov 27 @ 10:20 PM EST
    A2.b as part of my job, we're filming some of our teachers. This way PD is free (no paying for subs) and easily accessible for those who want to see teachers in action with certain techniques #mtedchat
    In reply to @cristama
  • NVradenburg - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:20 PM EST
    A2 I record a "webchat" for Ts every Monday. Watching them as I edit them for YouTube is painful at times but provides an opportunity for reflection and growth #mtedchat
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:21 PM EST
    I haven't! I'll have to find it! #mtedchat
    In reply to @Shelley_Emslie, @NVradenburg, @kruevans, @edu_ksSkukalek, @brightmorningtm, @dintersmith
  • Fultonofscience Nov 27 @ 10:21 PM EST
    A2: Videos work great for giving quick visual examples to my students. Ex: Convection currents in the mantle This helps then better understand vocab/concepts As far as for myself...I really prefer to read to learn than to watch a video #mtedchat
  • Shelley_Emslie Nov 27 @ 10:21 PM EST
    I definitely need to get better at this...I have seen the benefits with my students, so I know it would be great for me! #mtedchat
    In reply to @kruevans
  • St006C Nov 27 @ 10:21 PM EST
    I dislike writing and have never been a journalist so Twitter and Flipgrid are great platforms for me to reflect with. I also like to talk. A lot. #mtedchat
    In reply to @kelseykimpton, @NVradenburg
  • MrsKimStout Nov 27 @ 10:22 PM EST
    A2: I like videos because they really help you study your practice. Whether that is Ss studying themselves, or Ts. Self reflection can help a person grow SO much! #mtedchat
  • edu_ksSkukalek Nov 27 @ 10:22 PM EST
    Yes, I want to read more but also want to digest and reflect #mtedchat
    In reply to @kruevans, @cristama
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:22 PM EST
    Ha!!! this does not surprise me at all ;-) best co-conspirator trio ever @TriSciCurious #mtedchat @brightmorningtm
    In reply to @NVradenburg, @kruevans, @edu_ksSkukalek, @brightmorningtm, @TriSciCurious, @brightmorningtm
  • mguhlin Nov 27 @ 10:23 PM EST
    RT St006C MrsKimStout YES! I think that is my favorite part of Twitter/Voxer. The spirit of sharing! #mtedchat https://t.co/dArQZGeInp via https://t.co/V5I9IuJzo6
  • mguhlin Nov 27 @ 10:23 PM EST
    RT Q2: We are learning more and more how powerful using video can be with students… How can you use video as a tool in professional learning? Who could you work with to support these methods? #MTedchat https://t.co/mpEgQQ95VX https://t.co/mpEgQQ95VX via https://t.co/NZR3eIr7IK
    • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:15 PM EST
      Q2: We are learning more and more how powerful using video can be with students… How can you use video as a tool in professional learning? Who could you work with to support these methods? #MTedchat
  • Fultonofscience Nov 27 @ 10:23 PM EST
    A2: Didn't read the question quite right the first time... Short quick videos demonstrating a teaching technique are very helpful. Keep it short and sweet #mtedchat
  • MrsKimStout Nov 27 @ 10:24 PM EST
    Make sure to have "me" time!! We should do a run streak together. Maybe that would motivate me to run more consistently. #mtedchat
    In reply to @cristama
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:24 PM EST
    And just like that...I am SO far behind #mtedchat
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:25 PM EST
    Q3: This quote below resonates… How can we, as educators, ensure ALL PD is relevant and engaging? Are there ways you can influence decisions made regarding meeting professional goals? #MTedchat
  • edu_ksSkukalek Nov 27 @ 10:25 PM EST
    Pineapple charts and observe me challenges never seemed to get going on my school either. This approach is new this year, and I'm excited #mtedchat
    In reply to @kelseykimpton, @cristama
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:26 PM EST
    Welcome Miguel!! So glad to have you join us tonight!! #mtedchat
    In reply to @mguhlin, @St006C
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:27 PM EST
    I agree... Also love that everything that passes through the network is peer reviewed... I take recommendations from my PLN very seriously. #mtedchat
    In reply to @edu_ksSkukalek, @kelseykimpton
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:28 PM EST
    So did I!!! Probably a good thing smartphones weren't available then... I would have filled the storage up so quickly!! #mtedchat
    In reply to @St006C
  • NVradenburg - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:29 PM EST
    A3 Oh, such a great quote! SO very, very true! One of the biggest challenges of planning good PD for Ts is making sure I don't waste their time. For my own PD, I try to make sure I'm keeping my goals/intentions and intended outcomes close at hand. #mtedchat
    • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:25 PM EST
      Q3: This quote below resonates… How can we, as educators, ensure ALL PD is relevant and engaging? Are there ways you can influence decisions made regarding meeting professional goals? #MTedchat
  • Fultonofscience Nov 27 @ 10:29 PM EST
    A3: To make PD relevant, it helps to make it broad (ex: effective teaching strategies https://t.co/FSvHYsBqLO) and then give break out time where individual departments can talk about how/why to apply certain approaches. General approach to specific contexts #mtedchat
  • edu_ksSkukalek Nov 27 @ 10:30 PM EST
    A3 again in my PD today... we hit on how some Ts might not be aware of what is relevant (pop culture) & perhaps there should be a district wide PD opp Co-led with Ss teaching in this. Our teaching should be best practices & part of that includes being relevant to the Ss #mtedchat
    In reply to @cristama
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:30 PM EST
    A2: I love using video for lesson study. You can work with a team teacher or another colleague to critique the lesson and it's components as a way to ensure improvement for next time... Were all students engaged? Why or why not... Was I organized enough? #mtedchat
    • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:15 PM EST
      Q2: We are learning more and more how powerful using video can be with students… How can you use video as a tool in professional learning? Who could you work with to support these methods? #MTedchat
  • kelseykimpton Nov 27 @ 10:31 PM EST
    A3 oh how this strikes a cord! I think PD can be used to raise questions about current practices, lead towards revelations, support change, and support teachers as they grow and develop their skills. But who and how does one plan this? Teachers!?#MTedchat
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:32 PM EST
    Yes!!! Love this... I'll look into it more after the chat. All PD must fit into the bigger picture. How does it support district goals? School? Personal professional? Students must be at the center... then plan forward... #mtedchat
    In reply to @Fultonofscience
  • edu_ksSkukalek Nov 27 @ 10:32 PM EST
    I got in the habit of recording my observation lessons. 1. It carved out the time for me to do this the if v send reflection 2. I was able to reference the video in my post conference #mtedchat
    In reply to @cristama
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:33 PM EST
    I love that idea!! Especially this time of year. #mtedchat
    In reply to @MrsKimStout
  • NVradenburg - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:33 PM EST
    One of the principals I work with started doing this too. She has really loved it. #MTedchat
    In reply to @edu_ksSkukalek, @cristama
  • MrsKimStout Nov 27 @ 10:34 PM EST
    A3: I think it is impossible to ensure that ALL PD is relevant when districts mandate what you attend, but you can always work to make sure that you work to get one new idea/concept/something out of it. #mtedchat
  • MrsKimStout Nov 27 @ 10:34 PM EST
    Let's do it!! #mtedchat
    In reply to @cristama
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:34 PM EST
    YESSS... Teachers leading the direction of PD choices makes so much sense... If it isn't directly, it is essential to get the voice of all teachers involved so they can influence planning. #mtedchat
    In reply to @kelseykimpton
  • NVradenburg - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:35 PM EST
    I agree. Mandated PD is part of the problem. When Ts don't have agency in when/what/how they learn relevance is lost. #MTedchat
    In reply to @MrsKimStout
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:35 PM EST
    Q4: Building and maintaining a strong digital learning network is not intuitive to all… How do you choose who to follow? How can you bring new people into the network? #MTedchat
  • St006C Nov 27 @ 10:35 PM EST
    A3) I think that in a school it is important to use the expertise in the building to anchor the PD to topics of interest. #mtedchat
    • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:25 PM EST
      Q3: This quote below resonates… How can we, as educators, ensure ALL PD is relevant and engaging? Are there ways you can influence decisions made regarding meeting professional goals? #MTedchat
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:36 PM EST
    Hi!!! Sorry if I missed you! I seem to be struggling with the multi-tasking tonight 😊 #mtedchat
    In reply to @TechnovatorEDU
  • TechnovatorEDU Nov 27 @ 10:37 PM EST
    I came in late...still struggling to keep myself in the chat. Good stuff tonight on PD. Love it. #mtedchat
    In reply to @cristama
  • St006C Nov 27 @ 10:37 PM EST
    A4) I like to tell and show ways I have benefited from an online PLN. For example, I have read more education related books in the last year b/c of my digital PLN than I have since college. #mtedchat
    • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:35 PM EST
      Q4: Building and maintaining a strong digital learning network is not intuitive to all… How do you choose who to follow? How can you bring new people into the network? #MTedchat
  • MrsKimStout Nov 27 @ 10:38 PM EST
    It makes PD less meaningful and Ts get resentful. Then they shy away from other PD opportunities, in my opinion. #mtedchat
    In reply to @NVradenburg
  • edu_ksSkukalek Nov 27 @ 10:39 PM EST
    A4 I participate in a lot chats, reading through responses and then going to ppl's pages who interest me. I can then read their other post that aren't made in the chat and see who they follow. Real creeper style 🤷🏻‍♀️😂 #mtedchat
    In reply to @cristama
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:39 PM EST
    A3: I was fortunate to find myself on curriculum review committees early in my career... I believe that stepping into those kinds of responsibilities helped me gain my voice to ask for what I needed. If what is happening doesn't support your student's learning, say so. #mtedchat
    • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:25 PM EST
      Q3: This quote below resonates… How can we, as educators, ensure ALL PD is relevant and engaging? Are there ways you can influence decisions made regarding meeting professional goals? #MTedchat
  • edu_ksSkukalek Nov 27 @ 10:39 PM EST
    A4.b I also make sure to diversify my following for different perspectives and for those who will challenge my me as a thinker #mtedchat
    In reply to @cristama
  • NVradenburg - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:39 PM EST
    A4 I always follow MT Ts, but "who I follow" has changed as my work/interests have changed. Lately I've looked for other Tech Coaches and Ts who deliver PD #MTedchat
  • Shelley_Emslie Nov 27 @ 10:39 PM EST
    A4 I follow people who not only are like-minded, but also ones who challenge my thinking, so I approach learning and teaching in new ways. Twitter exposes me to all sorts of professionals I would not have known before. #mtedchat
  • St006C Nov 27 @ 10:39 PM EST
    EXACTLY!! #mtedchat
    • MrsKimStout Nov 27 @ 10:34 PM EST
      A3: I think it is impossible to ensure that ALL PD is relevant when districts mandate what you attend, but you can always work to make sure that you work to get one new idea/concept/something out of it. #mtedchat
  • edu_ksSkukalek Nov 27 @ 10:40 PM EST
    I'd say this is probably true for myself as well #mtedchat
    In reply to @St006C
  • Fultonofscience Nov 27 @ 10:41 PM EST
    A4: To choose who I follow, I find professors and see what they tweet. I also happen upon various #edchat and follow people who make me think I try to bring people into the network by tweeting interesting/helpful content. If you think I have been interesting, follow me! #mtedchat
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:41 PM EST
    I appreciate a balanced approach. It is imp to have some common time to ensure all know district/school vision, and overarching goals...but majority of pd must be determined by what the building team(s) and individuals need to grow. Foster teacher leadership/mentoring #mtedchat
    In reply to @MrsKimStout, @NVradenburg
  • kelseykimpton Nov 27 @ 10:42 PM EST
    A4 I like to follow a wide variety of educators because sometimes you need access to a perspective different than your own. It helps me relate better with some people in my building. #MTedchat
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:42 PM EST
    I think you share interesting things (I just followed you ;) #mtedchat
    In reply to @Fultonofscience
  • St006C Nov 27 @ 10:43 PM EST
    I agree that it is important to surround yourself (di9gitally or in person) with educators that challenge your thinking I think that is how we grow as educators. #mtedchat
    In reply to @kelseykimpton
  • MrsKimStout Nov 27 @ 10:44 PM EST
    A4: I follow people who provide new ideas, intuitive thoughts, and give inspiration!! I follow forward thinkers and those who are positive. I think it can be hard to bring new people in. #mtedchat
  • TechnovatorEDU Nov 27 @ 10:44 PM EST
    A4: I follow teachers, professional organizations, and bloggers that post current relevant information in my field, but I try to diversify by following these people in many different locations all over the world. #mtedchat
    In reply to @cristama
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:45 PM EST
    Q5: We have all experienced moments in our own personal learning where we have been disengaged. Those moments are truly a waste of critical time. What can YOU do to re-engage or take control of YOUR professional growth? #MTedchat
  • edu_ksSkukalek Nov 27 @ 10:45 PM EST
    I'd say it's also how we grow as individuals 😁 #mtedchat
    In reply to @St006C, @kelseykimpton
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:45 PM EST
    I have found that as well... My PLN has evolved... What I love is that it is full of colleagues w/such varied roles. Every now and then I do have to go through the list I follow and 'prune'... I don't like too much noise... Self-promoters, lecturers... no more... #mtedchat
    In reply to @NVradenburg
  • St006C Nov 27 @ 10:45 PM EST
    That, too! #mtedchat
    In reply to @edu_ksSkukalek, @kelseykimpton
  • St006C Nov 27 @ 10:46 PM EST
    A5) By making sure that I am taking care of myself, too. It is easy to get overextended, especially with online PD #mtedchat
    • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:45 PM EST
      Q5: We have all experienced moments in our own personal learning where we have been disengaged. Those moments are truly a waste of critical time. What can YOU do to re-engage or take control of YOUR professional growth? #MTedchat
  • NVradenburg - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:46 PM EST
    I think I need to "prune" as well. I grow tired of the "commercials" too. Starts to feel like FB at times. #mtedchat
    In reply to @cristama
  • Shelley_Emslie Nov 27 @ 10:47 PM EST
    Yes! Following those who are positive is key. No politics, foodies, or negative nellies! #mtedchat
    In reply to @MrsKimStout
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:47 PM EST
    A4: I still follow and learn from those who introduced me to the power of social networking @jimknight99 was my first follow...Then @fisher1000 and @AngelaStockman... I saw who they followed, and I followed them. Also love staples like @edutopia @EdSurge @Wonderopolis #mtedchat
    • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:35 PM EST
      Q4: Building and maintaining a strong digital learning network is not intuitive to all… How do you choose who to follow? How can you bring new people into the network? #MTedchat
  • Fultonofscience Nov 27 @ 10:48 PM EST
    A5: I find that when I am disengaged, I am burning out. The best way for me to re-engage is to read about education. This always gives me new ideas and refreshes me. #mtedchat
  • NVradenburg - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:48 PM EST
    A5 I've had to engage in some self talk to figure why I've disengaged from PD. Sometimes its as simple as getting a drink or having snack. Other times it's b/c I need to use the "law of two feet" #MTedchat
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:49 PM EST
    A4: I try to find someone at every conference newish to Twitter so I can show them how they can use a conference hashtag to follow multiple sessions. I find that hooks dormant users as it shows a real purpose. #mtedchat
    • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:35 PM EST
      Q4: Building and maintaining a strong digital learning network is not intuitive to all… How do you choose who to follow? How can you bring new people into the network? #MTedchat
  • edu_ksSkukalek Nov 27 @ 10:49 PM EST
    A5 At times I think it's appropriate to prose a question to the facilitator. Other times look for additional research that I can reframe a point the facilitator is making. #mtedchat
    In reply to @cristama
  • St006C Nov 27 @ 10:49 PM EST
    I follow very few education related things on FB-the conversations feel less productive, IMO. #mtedchat
    In reply to @NVradenburg, @cristama
  • St006C Nov 27 @ 10:50 PM EST
    Great Twitter tip! #mtedchat
    In reply to @cristama
  • MrsKimStout Nov 27 @ 10:50 PM EST
    A5: I feel like I am always growing professionally, each day brings something new. I welcome it, embrace it and learn from it. Enjoy it. But I want to make sure that I am doing what it is best for my needs, whatever that is. #mtedchat
  • kelseykimpton Nov 27 @ 10:50 PM EST
    A5 scale back. Focus on some positives in your classroom and continue to foster those things and find one small thing to focus on to improve. Sometimes I get overwhelmed with trying to improve too many things at once. #MTedchat
  • NVradenburg - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:51 PM EST
    I hear that! It can be easy to get caught up in the PD wave. Sometimes it's good to just do the work! #MTedchat
    In reply to @kelseykimpton
  • MrsKimStout Nov 27 @ 10:51 PM EST
    Right!?!? #mtedchat
    In reply to @Shelley_Emslie
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:51 PM EST
    I find those times are when I need to make sure to focus on the biggest stress areas and get them under control. Lesson networking and minimize the noise a bit. Maybe find a new project or inspiration to draw me back up again #mtedchat
    In reply to @Fultonofscience
  • kruevans Nov 27 @ 10:51 PM EST
    Sorry to have missed the rest of the chat. It was awesome! #MTedchat
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:52 PM EST
    I agree.... I used to keep Facebook as my personal space and Twitter as professional.... Lots of crossover though because the educators I find here are true and real friends, just like those in my real world. Facebook, I share some edu... here I discuss. #mtedchat
    In reply to @St006C, @NVradenburg
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:53 PM EST
    Yes... I also find a productive backchannel can help. I often open my computer to research the same topic being presented on and share out the resources on Twitter. I'm still engaged, just in a different way. #mtedchat
    In reply to @edu_ksSkukalek
  • St006C Nov 27 @ 10:54 PM EST
    That's a great way to put it. Discuss vs share..I like it. #mtedchat
    In reply to @cristama, @NVradenburg
  • NVradenburg - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:54 PM EST
    The development of closed FB groups has made it more of a professional place lately, but I keep Twitter for all things EDU #mtedchat
    In reply to @cristama, @St006C
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:54 PM EST
    No problem ;) We were so glad you jumped in!! Please participate again ;) #mtedchat
    In reply to @kruevans
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:54 PM EST
    Q6: Digital learning, distance learning, place-based learning, field trips, self-paced MOOCs, book study, lesson study...SO many options… What has been YOUR BEST PD experience? Why? #MTedchat
  • edu_ksSkukalek Nov 27 @ 10:54 PM EST
    I use FB just for fun use. I have 2 Twitter accounts- personal and professional. I follow a mix of insta but typically only post 'good' photos on my account, so more personal. Every app has a general purpose so I can manage what I want to see and when. #mtedchat
    In reply to @St006C, @NVradenburg, @cristama
  • kruevans Nov 27 @ 10:55 PM EST
    Thanks for the good words. Will do! #MTedchat
    In reply to @cristama
  • NVradenburg - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:57 PM EST
    A6 I feel like I say this a lot, but it's true. National Board Certification was the BEST PD for me. It led me greater reflection and understanding. I came out of it a changed person. #mtedchat
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:57 PM EST
    Awesome! I will definitely check it out!! #mtedchat
    In reply to @Fultonofscience
  • rsehji Nov 27 @ 10:57 PM EST
    @cristama you might find the answer to A.6 in these threads. #mtedchat
    In reply to @cristama
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:58 PM EST
    Ohhhh... I LOVE this idea!!! #mtedchat
    In reply to @edu_ksSkukalek
  • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:58 PM EST
    Challenge: Reach out to another educator in your community to include in next week’s discussion. #MTedchat
  • St006C Nov 27 @ 10:58 PM EST
    A6) I attended the TCRWP Homegrown institute for reading and writing. I learned A LOT in a week! I also have found the #innovatingplay PLN on Twitter AND Flipgrid. #mtedchat
    • cristama - Moderator Nov 27 @ 10:54 PM EST
      Q6: Digital learning, distance learning, place-based learning, field trips, self-paced MOOCs, book study, lesson study...SO many options… What has been YOUR BEST PD experience? Why? #MTedchat
  • kelseykimpton Nov 27 @ 10:59 PM EST
    A6 I think Twitter and reading many of @dbc_inc books has pushed me to grow more than any other PD because of the personal choice and to see the results in my classroom with my Ss after implementing things learned in those two places. I’m hoping to add TLI to the list! #MTedchat
  • MrsKimStout Nov 27 @ 10:59 PM EST
    A6: I've said it once, and I'll say it again...#edcampbigsky!!! I love edcamp, it is all participant driven. You choose what you want to learn about! I've learned and implemented so many great things- @breakoutEDU, @Seesaw, @Flipgrid, and more! Attend one people!!#mtedchat
  • Shelley_Emslie Nov 27 @ 10:59 PM EST
    A6 Honestly, my best PD experience has been the Teacher Leader Cohorts from @edtechteam @robo3d and @mystemkits PD, All the @GoogleForEdu resources on the Trainer site. The list could go on! #mtedchat
  • edu_ksSkukalek Nov 27 @ 10:59 PM EST
    A6 I mean I love field trips & travel 😃 The majority of my Master's was online distant learning, which worked for me. I could work ahead when I needed but there were also collaborative structures in places. #mtedchat
    In reply to @cristama