#fcsvanguard Archive
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Thursday March 23, 2017
7:30 PM EDT
CPHTechnology
Mar 23 @ 7:30 PM EDT
Welcome!
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Please Introduce yourselves!
CPHTechnology
Mar 23 @ 7:32 PM EDT
Q1
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MrsHCox
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:33 PM EDT
Heather here! Finally at
@5SeasonsNorth
for a live tweet-up!
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In reply to @5SeasonsNorth
BlueAlvarezm
Mar 23 @ 7:34 PM EDT
Hello everyone!
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tagecwest
Mar 23 @ 7:34 PM EDT
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tech supports personalized learning by allowing students to work at their own level at their own pace.
In reply to @CPHTechnology
MissRioux
Mar 23 @ 7:34 PM EDT
A1: Makes life so much easier for real time formative data.
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CPHTechnology
Mar 23 @ 7:32 PM EDT
Q1
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4everAccessory
Mar 23 @ 7:35 PM EDT
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. Hello
fultonitdept
Mar 23 @ 7:35 PM EDT
Mindy Ramon from FCS Instructional Tech Dept. I'm excited that I'm finally free on a Thursday night!
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RentzNancy
Mar 23 @ 7:36 PM EDT
A1: Helps provide different levels of challenges for each student.
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BlueAlvarezm
Mar 23 @ 7:36 PM EDT
A1 Tech give you more time to work with other students in small group.
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mathinenglish
Mar 23 @ 7:36 PM EDT
A1: Students can accelerate at their own pace
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4everAccessory
Mar 23 @ 7:36 PM EDT
Denise from College Park
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LindaDiane123
Mar 23 @ 7:38 PM EDT
Linda here from Abbotts Hill- I always encourage my students to verify info via other sources. Am not a fan of Wikipedia
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LizzieG73
Mar 23 @ 7:38 PM EDT
Liz Goldsmith, Alpharetta ES, 2nd grade
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DC_STEMTastic
Mar 23 @ 7:38 PM EDT
Hey Team! Chanel Representing the CLC at 5 Seasons North
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4everAccessory
Mar 23 @ 7:39 PM EDT
A1. Technology helps me with assessment. I create a Kahoot game on their knowledge on certain library skills.
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fultonitdept
Mar 23 @ 7:39 PM EDT
Q1 Technology opens the doors for students to work at their own pace and be engaged in their learning. So many options!
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MissRioux
Mar 23 @ 7:39 PM EDT
I like for kids to verify sources on wikipedia
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LindaDiane123
Mar 23 @ 7:38 PM EDT
Linda here from Abbotts Hill- I always encourage my students to verify info via other sources. Am not a fan of Wikipedia
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LizzieG73
Mar 23 @ 7:39 PM EDT
A1 It allows student interest to guide and drive learning
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CPHTechnology
Mar 23 @ 7:40 PM EDT
Q2
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BlueAlvarezm
Mar 23 @ 7:40 PM EDT
A1: Tech makes it easy to assess students and get feedback quickly to target instruction.
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fultonitdept
Mar 23 @ 7:40 PM EDT
A1 Technology opens the doors for students to work at their own pace and be engaged in their learning. So many options!
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RentzNancy
Mar 23 @ 7:40 PM EDT
A2: Great way to share ideas or strategies for using technology.
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MsElikwu
Mar 23 @ 7:41 PM EDT
It allows assessments to be adaptive and provide real time data for the possibility of just in time instruction.
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rawls5
Mar 23 @ 7:41 PM EDT
Tech is used for PL by allowing students to work on their own level and pace while also giving students a voice.
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In reply to @CPHTechnology
KatieStephens34
Mar 23 @ 7:41 PM EDT
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A1- Technology allows students access to more tools for direct instruction and showing what they know.
MsElikwu
Mar 23 @ 7:41 PM EDT
A1: It allows assessments to be adaptive and provide real time data for the possibility of just in time instruction.
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LizzieG73
Mar 23 @ 7:42 PM EDT
Each PD that I attend expands my toolbox that I can share with my students and colleagues. Delivering PD helps me hone skills
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BlueAlvarezm
Mar 23 @ 7:42 PM EDT
A2: PD gives teachers new ideas and encourages them to try something new.
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htemske
Mar 23 @ 7:43 PM EDT
A2: For many of the teachers it gives them information and ideas about how to incorporate the principles
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4everAccessory
Mar 23 @ 7:43 PM EDT
A2. PD is important since the kids tend to know more than us with technology. Offering PD lets the teachers stay in the know.
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LindaDiane123
Mar 23 @ 7:44 PM EDT
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A2 redelivery of useful tech tools for personalized learning is quick and easily implemented
KatieStephens34
Mar 23 @ 7:44 PM EDT
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A2: PDt allows teachers to understand tools and activities they can use with students.
In reply to @CPHTechnology
4everAccessory
Mar 23 @ 7:44 PM EDT
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I appreciate how FCS allows for many opportunities to learn PD.
DarrenClayEDU
Mar 23 @ 7:45 PM EDT
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A1: technology is the tool That drives personalized learning
MsElikwu
Mar 23 @ 7:45 PM EDT
A2: It can serve as a model of how to replicate the method with Ss. PL may not be the focus, but it will be imbedded in the PD.
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LizzieFragale
Mar 23 @ 7:46 PM EDT
Lizzie here from River Eves Elementary - 5th grade reading!
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LizzieFragale
Mar 23 @ 7:47 PM EDT
A1: Technology really is key with just in time instruction - and giving me quick feedback to reflect on my teaching
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CPHTechnology
Mar 23 @ 7:48 PM EDT
Q3
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LindaDiane123
Mar 23 @ 7:49 PM EDT
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Choose GaETC sessions wisely, get there quickly, and select just a few to actually implement. Otherwise.. overwhelming!
EndicottSpot
Mar 23 @ 7:49 PM EDT
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Megan Endicott here
@5SeasonsNorth
following an awesome K musical
@DolvinES
.
In reply to @5SeasonsNorth, @DolvinES
KatieStephens34
Mar 23 @ 7:49 PM EDT
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Conferences allow teachers to see and experience all of the new websites and projects out there for students
In reply to @CPHTechnology
fultonitdept
Mar 23 @ 7:49 PM EDT
A2 PD includes coaching. For many teachers they need that 1:1 support with a coach to explore how to implement the principles.
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MrsHCox
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:49 PM EDT
A3: It gives you a chance to learn about something completely brand new!!
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LizzieFragale
Mar 23 @ 7:50 PM EDT
A2: Offering/leading PD, teacher collaboration put hardworking peoples' minds together to collaborate from inside the trenches
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RentzNancy
Mar 23 @ 7:50 PM EDT
A3: Provides time to network with others. Builds excitement in new tools. Lots of ideas to try.
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4everAccessory
Mar 23 @ 7:50 PM EDT
A3
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. The conference offers hands on learning for better engaging and learning. It is ideal because it helps w/ redelivery.
htemske
Mar 23 @ 7:50 PM EDT
A3: It all depends on what sessions you pick they can give you ideas and possibilities
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LindaDiane123
Mar 23 @ 7:50 PM EDT
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BTW, learned about using Thinglink to differentiate learning at Bear Creek and have tried it already with 4th graders. Amazing!
MrsHCox
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:50 PM EDT
I've applied to present about coaching at this year's
@GaETConf
!!
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In reply to @GaETConf
fultonitdept
Mar 23 @ 7:49 PM EDT
A2 PD includes coaching. For many teachers they need that 1:1 support with a coach to explore how to implement the principles.
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BlueAlvarezm
Mar 23 @ 7:50 PM EDT
A3: Its almost impossible to walk away and not want to try something new.
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MissRioux
Mar 23 @ 7:51 PM EDT
A3: getting to talk with other about teachers helps me learn the best things!!!
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CPHTechnology
Mar 23 @ 7:48 PM EDT
Q3
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Tteachcreators2
Mar 23 @ 7:52 PM EDT
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A3: GaETC is jammed packed with leveled PD. Something for everyone!
4everAccessory
Mar 23 @ 7:52 PM EDT
A3.
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It also provides a networking environment for the Tchr learner. This is beneficial if you need assistance in the future.
fultonitdept
Mar 23 @ 7:52 PM EDT
A3 GaETC...good but our district conferences are proving 2 be better opportunities to explore PL. Learn from other FCS geniuses
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LizzieFragale
Mar 23 @ 7:53 PM EDT
A3: A conference like gaetc can provide great resources for PL -it's like a fire, a-ha moment, and breath of fresh all in one!
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LizzieG73
Mar 23 @ 7:54 PM EDT
GaETC is Oz for teachers!
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@lesliefisher
@Drchriscraft
@alicekeeler
@tonyvincent
@breakoutEDU
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In reply to @lesliefisher, @Drchriscraft, @alicekeeler, @tonyvincent, @breakoutEDU, @FCSVanguard
fultonitdept
Mar 23 @ 7:55 PM EDT
Summer Summit going to be AMAZING!!! So many outstanding PL sessions were submitted.
#youmatter
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CPHTechnology
Mar 23 @ 7:56 PM EDT
Q4
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MrsHCox
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:56 PM EDT
Agreed! The
@FultonSchoolsPL
department does incredible work!
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In reply to @FultonSchoolsPL
fultonitdept
Mar 23 @ 7:55 PM EDT
Summer Summit going to be AMAZING!!! So many outstanding PL sessions were submitted.
#youmatter
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LizzieG73
Mar 23 @ 7:56 PM EDT
A3:
@breakoutEDU
kits arrived today! 🙌🏻
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#BCMSRDL2
.0
In reply to @breakoutEDU
LindaDiane123
Mar 23 @ 7:57 PM EDT
A4: Evaluate to ensure that the tech is being used as a critical tool, not as the end game
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MrsHCox
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 7:57 PM EDT
A4: Don't work to keep the students as the focus at all times!!
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CPHTechnology
Mar 23 @ 7:56 PM EDT
Q4
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LizzieG73
Mar 23 @ 7:57 PM EDT
My kids are obsessed with Emojime
@tonyvincent
!
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In reply to @tonyvincent
KatieStephens34
Mar 23 @ 7:57 PM EDT
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A4: Small group instruction allows teachers to assess students constantly in learning
In reply to @CPHTechnology
MissRioux
Mar 23 @ 7:58 PM EDT
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choice & giving them control of what they are learning. & teaching time management
CPHTechnology
Mar 23 @ 7:56 PM EDT
Q4
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RentzNancy
Mar 23 @ 7:59 PM EDT
A4: Small steps and model expectations.
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ange1226
Mar 23 @ 7:59 PM EDT
A4: Conferencing with students and collecting data helps to personalize instruction.
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LizzieFragale
Mar 23 @ 8:00 PM EDT
A4: Giving students choice in demonstrating learning whether it's digital or not, is the best practice - student engagement ✅
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ange1226
Mar 23 @ 8:00 PM EDT
A4: Allowing students to facilitate their own learning.
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DapperDolphins
Mar 23 @ 8:00 PM EDT
A1: T's battle with 24+ sets of data daily. With technology, data can be gathered and examined more quickly!
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In reply to @CPHTechnology
MrsHCox
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 8:01 PM EDT
Teachers probably don't conference enough with students!
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ange1226
Mar 23 @ 7:59 PM EDT
A4: Conferencing with students and collecting data helps to personalize instruction.
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LizzieG73
Mar 23 @ 8:01 PM EDT
Technology flattens the world for our students. Connections create sustained interest & motivate S to learn more!
#changemakers
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BlueAlvarezm
Mar 23 @ 8:01 PM EDT
Q4: Set goals, assess, and monitor growth.
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DapperDolphins
Mar 23 @ 8:03 PM EDT
A2: Everyone doesn't know what it looks like until they know what it looks like.
#PD
makes that happen.
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In reply to @CPHTechnology
htemske
Mar 23 @ 8:03 PM EDT
A4: Goal setting and reflecting is big
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fultonitdept
Mar 23 @ 8:03 PM EDT
A4 Monitor student progress and use data to make adjustments. Students should be involved in data tracking.
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CPHTechnology
Mar 23 @ 8:04 PM EDT
Q5
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DapperDolphins
Mar 23 @ 8:05 PM EDT
A3: S's hear experts (T's) talk about their expertise daily. When's T's do the same, we become smarter too.
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In reply to @CPHTechnology
MrsHCox
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 8:05 PM EDT
A5: YES! There is so much choice and voice in a Maker Space!
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CPHTechnology
Mar 23 @ 8:04 PM EDT
Q5
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RentzNancy
Mar 23 @ 8:05 PM EDT
A5: Absolutely! That's what I do every day. Ss love the change to explore their interests. Keeps them motivated.
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KatieStephens34
Mar 23 @ 8:06 PM EDT
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A5: Absolutely! My students love learning new things that they choose during Maker Space!
In reply to @CPHTechnology
MissRioux
Mar 23 @ 8:07 PM EDT
A5 Looking forward to y'alls ideas
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CPHTechnology
Mar 23 @ 8:04 PM EDT
Q5
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LizzieFragale
Mar 23 @ 8:07 PM EDT
A5: absolutely! I'm thinking real world connections, choice and voice, deeper thinking, STEM design model - all yes yes yes PL!
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ange1226
Mar 23 @ 8:08 PM EDT
A5: Maker Spaces give students the freedom to explore and use their creative and critical skills thinking skills.
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LizzieG73
Mar 23 @ 8:08 PM EDT
A5: Makerspaces-ingenuity+problem solving= innovation.
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ange1226
Mar 23 @ 8:10 PM EDT
A5: Maker Spaces allow students to problem solve, be creative and use their critical thinking skills.
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CPHTechnology
Mar 23 @ 8:11 PM EDT
Q6
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MrsHCox
- Moderator
Mar 23 @ 8:12 PM EDT
A6: Nearpod.....DUH!!!
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CPHTechnology
Mar 23 @ 8:11 PM EDT
Q6
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MissRioux
Mar 23 @ 8:12 PM EDT
A6: love Quia for quick data. small groups.
#Googleforedu
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CPHTechnology
Mar 23 @ 8:11 PM EDT
Q6
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4everAccessory
Mar 23 @ 8:13 PM EDT
A5. Definitely I want one/some so bad in my media center
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LizzieFragale
Mar 23 @ 8:13 PM EDT
A6: Me + Nearpod = ❤❤❤
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KatieStephens34
Mar 23 @ 8:14 PM EDT
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A6: I love Discovery Education where there are tons of tools for students to use!
In reply to @CPHTechnology
fultonitdept
Mar 23 @ 8:15 PM EDT
@SAFARIMontage
is 1 way to provide students access to instruction via videos & images. Easy to make playlist.
#variedstrategies
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In reply to @SAFARIMontage
4everAccessory
Mar 23 @ 8:15 PM EDT
Yes Nearpod!!!
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LizzieG73
Mar 23 @ 8:15 PM EDT
A6:
@nearpod
@Seesaw
@
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In reply to @nearpod, @Seesaw
LizzieFragale
Mar 23 @ 8:16 PM EDT
#fcsvanguard
- County created playlists for math standards in 5th grade made our teachers so happy!!!
In reply to @fultonitdept, @SAFARIMontage
ange1226
Mar 23 @ 8:16 PM EDT
Seesaw, Nearpod, and Educreations
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DapperDolphins
Mar 23 @ 8:18 PM EDT
A4: Put s's in the driver's seat, but remember driver's ed came first. Have procedures to hold s's accountable.
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In reply to @CPHTechnology
CPHTechnology
Mar 23 @ 8:19 PM EDT
Q7
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Tteachcreators2
Mar 23 @ 8:19 PM EDT
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A6: Microsoft 365 Office and Seesaw are awesome tools for delivering various strategies.
KatieStephens34
Mar 23 @ 8:21 PM EDT
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A7: Choice boards and conferencing
In reply to @CPHTechnology
MissRioux
Mar 23 @ 8:22 PM EDT
A7: provide them lots different tools to build products.
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#choiceboards
CPHTechnology
Mar 23 @ 8:19 PM EDT
Q7
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CPHTechnology
Mar 23 @ 8:24 PM EDT
Q8
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LizzieG73
Mar 23 @ 8:24 PM EDT
A7
@Symbaloo
@nearpod
@Seesaw
@flipgrid
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In reply to @Symbaloo, @nearpod, @Seesaw, @flipgrid
fultonitdept
Mar 23 @ 8:24 PM EDT
A7 Let Ss choose how they want to learn the content. Provide books, videos, etc
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Tteachcreators2
Mar 23 @ 8:24 PM EDT
A7: Product- My students enjoy choosing how to share what they have learned. Pumped up engagement!
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LizzieFragale
Mar 23 @ 8:25 PM EDT
A7: choice boards, product options, pbl, and my fav student created book clubs - 👏student ownership of learning ❤
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ange1226
Mar 23 @ 8:25 PM EDT
A7: We use Choice Boards. Students have choice, voice and take ownership in their learning.
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fultonitdept
Mar 23 @ 8:26 PM EDT
A7 Let Ss choose how they want to learn the content. Provide options for books, videos, teacher directed instruction, etc.
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fultonitdept
Mar 23 @ 8:29 PM EDT
Choice and Voice is choice and say during the learning process. Sounds similar to Choice for Demonstrating Learning.
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CPHTechnology
Mar 23 @ 8:30 PM EDT
Q9
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@oceeotters
In reply to @oceeotters