#symchat Archive

#symchat conversations focus on classroom integration of SymbalooEDU, the educational version of Symbaloo developed for students, educators and schools.
Wednesday April 26, 2017
6:00 PM EDT
  • participatechat Apr 26 @ 6:00 PM EDT
    Participate in the upcoming #symchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/vxmqZjzyLG
  • StormyRains92 Apr 26 @ 6:00 PM EDT
    Can't wait for the chat today! #symchat
  • MDFutureTeacher Apr 26 @ 6:02 PM EDT
    @StormyRains92 Any questions? #symchat
  • StormyRains92 Apr 26 @ 6:03 PM EDT
    Q1: Where is everybody?! #symchat
    In reply to @MDFutureTeacher
  • MDFutureTeacher Apr 26 @ 6:04 PM EDT
    Having a life. #symchat #ITstruggles
    In reply to @StormyRains92
  • CoachRoberts17 Apr 26 @ 6:04 PM EDT
    A1: Coppell, Texas! #symchat
  • MDFutureTeacher Apr 26 @ 6:05 PM EDT
    Wooohooo! So glad you joined in! #symchat
    In reply to @CoachRoberts17
  • StormyRains92 Apr 26 @ 6:06 PM EDT
    Hello! Here in Washington! Glad to see someone join! I'm by no means the host, but least talk anyways! #symchat
    In reply to @CoachRoberts17
  • MDFutureTeacher Apr 26 @ 6:07 PM EDT
    Technology in the classroom? Yes or no and why? #symchat
  • CoachRoberts17 Apr 26 @ 6:09 PM EDT
    Yes! Technology, while managed appropriately, opens up a wide array of avenues for learner exploration. Student choice. #symchat
    In reply to @MDFutureTeacher
  • StormyRains92 Apr 26 @ 6:09 PM EDT
    I feel in moderations! I think technology has taken over our students, but we need to move technology to more useful ways. #symchat
    In reply to @MDFutureTeacher
  • MDFutureTeacher Apr 26 @ 6:11 PM EDT
    I feel that it is helpful to review concepts rather than teach them. For example, apps are a great resource for pre-test review! #symchat
    In reply to @CoachRoberts17
  • StormyRains92 Apr 26 @ 6:13 PM EDT
    Q:2 How can we as educators aid or curriculum with technology is a way that is valuable but not distracting? #symchat
  • MDFutureTeacher Apr 26 @ 6:13 PM EDT
    Q3Have you guys heard of the website Lingro? Its a website that translates other sites into 12 different languages perfect for ELL! #symchat
  • massignmenthelp Apr 26 @ 6:15 PM EDT
    #symchat #web20tools Tips for Learning Mathematics to Students https://t.co/4jSNAvgzTZ
  • AssignmentHelpN Apr 26 @ 6:15 PM EDT
    #symchat #web20tools 9 Points Professors Look for in a Term Paper https://t.co/TIlvLrRta3
  • teampassafume Apr 26 @ 6:16 PM EDT
    A2: Allow them to use phones to write down homework, the spelling words, vocabulary def, upcoming assignments, etc. #symchat @StormyRains92
    • StormyRains92 Apr 26 @ 6:13 PM EDT
      Q:2 How can we as educators aid or curriculum with technology is a way that is valuable but not distracting? #symchat
  • CoachRoberts17 Apr 26 @ 6:17 PM EDT
    A2: Make technology integration only a percentage of the overall unit. Utilize teacher conferences, peer interactions. Maybe? #symchat
  • StormyRains92 Apr 26 @ 6:18 PM EDT
    Do you think that allowing them to use their phones to do this would cause them to stray and go to other apps, etc? #symchat
    In reply to @teampassafume
  • MDFutureTeacher Apr 26 @ 6:18 PM EDT
    How can you ensure students understand the boundary for when it's ok to use their devices and when it's not? #symchat
    In reply to @teampassafume, @StormyRains92
  • teampassafume Apr 26 @ 6:19 PM EDT
    A3: Does it have Pashto? #symchat @MDFutureTeacher
    • MDFutureTeacher Apr 26 @ 6:13 PM EDT
      Q3Have you guys heard of the website Lingro? Its a website that translates other sites into 12 different languages perfect for ELL! #symchat
  • BreanneLOlsen Apr 26 @ 6:20 PM EDT
    A3:There are so many helpful websites for ELL students! I haven't seen that website yet but Colorin Colorado is a great resource! #symchat
  • MDFutureTeacher Apr 26 @ 6:20 PM EDT
    How can educators use technology for peer interactions? Any specific examples? #symchat
    In reply to @CoachRoberts17
  • teampassafume Apr 26 @ 6:21 PM EDT
    You have a signal of some sort, "Tech Time Start" and then "Tech Time End" with consequences that follow #symchat @MDFutureTeacher
    • MDFutureTeacher Apr 26 @ 6:18 PM EDT
      How can you ensure students understand the boundary for when it's ok to use their devices and when it's not? #symchat
      In reply to @teampassafume, @StormyRains92
  • MDFutureTeacher Apr 26 @ 6:22 PM EDT
    It doesn't, but it has other cool languages! #symchat I like it for students learning English especially. Helps break the language barrier.
    In reply to @teampassafume
  • CoachRoberts17 Apr 26 @ 6:22 PM EDT
    Set a system in place. Our school uses a "stoplight" policy so the kids know upon entry each day. Red= no devices, green= go, etc. #symchat
    In reply to @MDFutureTeacher, @teampassafume, @StormyRains92
  • MDFutureTeacher Apr 26 @ 6:24 PM EDT
    Wow! I love that this is a school wide deal! After all, the kids have them so why not use them? #symchat
    In reply to @CoachRoberts17, @teampassafume, @StormyRains92
  • MDFutureTeacher Apr 26 @ 6:25 PM EDT
    Interesting! Is this for middle schoolers or elementary? Sorry about all of the follow-up questions! #symchat
    In reply to @teampassafume
  • StormyRains92 Apr 26 @ 6:25 PM EDT
    Q4: Are there any negatives when dealing with technology other than keeping student on task? #symchat
  • teampassafume Apr 26 @ 6:25 PM EDT
    I teach 3rd graders...only about 3 kids use mobile devices regularly #symchat
    In reply to @MDFutureTeacher
  • MDFutureTeacher Apr 26 @ 6:27 PM EDT
    That's refreshing to hear! #symchat
    In reply to @teampassafume
  • teampassafume Apr 26 @ 6:27 PM EDT
    A4: Making sure they don't get stolen, keeping them safely (locked in a cabinet) charged over night & monitoring the content #symchat
    • StormyRains92 Apr 26 @ 6:25 PM EDT
      Q4: Are there any negatives when dealing with technology other than keeping student on task? #symchat
  • MDFutureTeacher Apr 26 @ 6:31 PM EDT
    Q5: How can we ensure students are safe online with their devices? #symchat
  • StormyRains92 Apr 26 @ 6:32 PM EDT
    A5: Many districts have firewalls set in place to keep from browsing inappropriate sites. But on mobile, there is none... #symchat
    In reply to @MDFutureTeacher
  • CoachRoberts17 Apr 26 @ 6:34 PM EDT
    A5: Our district filters content off their wifi connection. But, this can still be an issue and close monitoring is essential. #symchat
    In reply to @MDFutureTeacher
  • MDFutureTeacher Apr 26 @ 6:34 PM EDT
    So, how can a teacher make sure students are being good #digitalcitizens when they are using their mobile in class? good&bad? #symchat
    In reply to @StormyRains92
  • StormyRains92 Apr 26 @ 6:37 PM EDT
    Personally, I would not allow mobile devices in my own class, but if they came out as a tool, proximity to students is priority #symchat
    In reply to @MDFutureTeacher
  • teampassafume Apr 26 @ 6:37 PM EDT
    A5: You could use the "Guided Access" feature where kids can only use a single app #symchat @MDFutureTeacher
  • MDFutureTeacher Apr 26 @ 6:39 PM EDT
    I didn't know that was an option! #themoreyouknow #symchat
    In reply to @teampassafume
  • StormyRains92 Apr 26 @ 6:41 PM EDT
    I have used this before. But in a classroom of 20+ and possible need to switch from browser to typing, this is difficult to manage #symchat
    In reply to @teampassafume, @MDFutureTeacher
  • StormyRains92 Apr 26 @ 6:42 PM EDT
    Also the fact of student privacy/invasion on their own personal devices unless express parental consent is given to use this. #symchat
    In reply to @teampassafume, @MDFutureTeacher
  • teampassafume Apr 26 @ 6:42 PM EDT
    Yep, you can use a passcode and everything! The kids can't leave the one app! #symchat @MDFutureTeacher
  • teampassafume Apr 26 @ 6:43 PM EDT
    Have 3-4 "Student Teachers" to help you switch apps if need be? :-) #symchat @MDFutureTeacher @StormyRains92
    • StormyRains92 Apr 26 @ 6:41 PM EDT
      I have used this before. But in a classroom of 20+ and possible need to switch from browser to typing, this is difficult to manage #symchat
      In reply to @teampassafume, @MDFutureTeacher
  • MDFutureTeacher Apr 26 @ 6:45 PM EDT
    I feel that this would be the most beneficial in younger classrooms (K-2). I would worry kids would share the passcode! #symchat
    In reply to @teampassafume, @StormyRains92
  • MDFutureTeacher Apr 26 @ 6:52 PM EDT
    Q6: Any cool websites you guys would like to share with a future educator? I'm always looking for ideas! #symchat
  • StormyRains92 Apr 26 @ 6:56 PM EDT
    Duolingo is a fun place to approach language learning for free #symchat
    In reply to @MDFutureTeacher
  • MDFutureTeacher Apr 26 @ 6:58 PM EDT
    Is that a website or app? #symchat
    In reply to @StormyRains92