#NT2tEU Archive
#NT2tEU expands upon the New Teachers to Twitter chat (#NT2t) for educators working in Europe. This chat helps teachers who are brand new to Twitter get to know the educational chat process and get a better handle on the social networking platform.
Tuesday March 8, 2016
Welcome to . Please tell us your name and where you are in the World!
Welcome to . Please tell us your name and where you are in the World!
Tonight will be moderating. Tip: open a new column (in Tweetdeck) or a new browser window to follow our moderator
We will be using Q1, A1, Q2, A2 (question 1/answer 1) format. Please respond to each question with A1, A2, etc. Include our hashtag
Please include in your response so it’s included in the chat. Need help? Tweet
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Q1: When and why did you first use Twitter to step outside your own national boundaries & connect globally? https://t.co/Q8c0sUqWIW
a1 When I was presenting at conference and was asked for my handle. Had better start then!
Who's around for tonight?
So glad you could join us Paul!
OK, 2nd Chat for tonight ;)
A1. My first global step was when I started using hashtags! That immediately sent my tweets out to a wider community!
A1 Engaging with to share ideas, read about teaching approaches from around the world & collaborate with professionals
Hi Kerry. So glad you could join us :)
Hi Gust. Loving the dedication!
hi simon, happy to join. I hope you are well.
am multi tasking but will do best to join in chat
Love - Was one of my first global chat sessions along with and
Sorry I'm late! Hello everyone, Julie from the USA
Hi Simon :) Questions looking interesting to me for helping OTHERS ;)
a2 learning. Keeping up to date, improving practice, keeping motivated and inspired.
I think my first global encounters were in - my 1st ever chat on Twitter.
Awesome! Great to hear! Hope you're well Vicki!
oh yeah! Hi, I'm Praer :) planning to train to teach in the near future and living in Münster, Germany
A2: I really love the support & learning that comes from being on Twitter. Have made many friends around the world.
Welcome along Praer! We have a Munster in Ireland too! :P https://t.co/jVzJgIDKyc
oh yeah! Hi, I'm Praer :) planning to train to teach in the near future and living in Münster, Germany
I still reckon there's got to be someone out there that has a timetable of the various chats on Twitter eg.
How do we get more Ts from the UK to connect w/ us in the USA? Seems they are hesitant & don't follow back
Totally agree! https://t.co/4yo4RHKEtp
A2: I really love the support & learning that comes from being on Twitter. Have made many friends around the world.
Tiffany from AL in the USA
A1: using Twitter for last six months amazed by the audience. Noticed global connections during
My 1st chat was - I introduced myself and spent the rest of the hour trying to catch up with what everyone was saying! :P
A1) I started in 2009, BUT really +/- mid 2010. Check <=> https://t.co/txbQnfWQqr <=> FIRST lurking to and THEN action!
You are here! Awesome Praer! So proud of you for connecting & sharing on Twittet.
A3: Being able to access the most current, new, reviewed CPD & teaching practice from around the world - all sitting in your pocket
The benefits of being a connected educator: feedback, advice, FUN! It’s impossible to ignore the opportunities to collaborate too!
Hi Jonathon. So glad you could join us!
check out Greg. They have the best global list of chats I have found.
Hi Praer, welcome back! So glad you could join us tonight!
You will hate me NOW; Maybe because of in Chats!?
Thanks Julie! Welcoming mentors like you definitely make it less intimidating to reach out! :)
A2: Being able to access the most current, new, reviewed CPD & teaching practice from around the world - all sitting in your pocket
A2: The ability to rep the benefits beyond boundaries! Open up your mind to the suggestions of the world! https://t.co/tO2aMtwjxO
Hi Tiffany! So glad you could join
be sure to get in touch if you do! I’m based in Dublin, so would be happy to introduce you to some Irish educators!
Thanks! Glad to be here and learning alongside the world!
Awesome! https://t.co/SXVZ4dy3zm
A1: using Twitter for last six months amazed by the audience. Noticed global connections during
and to top it off it's FREE!!!
Evening all. A2 Learning new research and ideas. Also, new programmes and Apps being used for similar curriculum.
Could never hate Gust. Not sure what the reason is, maybe b/c I am from USA?
That's a BRILLIANT idea Vicki!
A2: No matter where you are, all Ts have the same purpose; to educate. We also learn from collaboration https://t.co/eSQ6IgDO0c
A2 international mindedness, different approaches, new skills, breaking down walls and discovering opportunties.
Hello guys. Joining in late from Texas, USA.
even more amazed to learn our site still getting 50+ hits a day although we are now in March! Superb!
It's NOT about You, BUT the of Chats in the US is dropping DOWN, sorry ;) TOO MUCH talk, talk
What is the best way to connect with global educators outside Twitter?
Definitely Greg! It is so helpful to me to learn what others are doing from around the world. Love global POVs
A2: Yes! You are never alone in your innovation.
A2) different countries have different systems we could learn from/help us appreciate some characteristics of our own systems more
I am honest & HARD : In 2 years following Chats in the US THEY moved ONLY 1 inch :(
I agree with you; too much echo chamber & too little call to action.
A3 Just join. Get involved. Don't think about the country. It's irrelevant unless the Q is context based.
A2) + like said, it's fun! For me, it's particularly fun to learn abt diff cultures (+ interesting how it affects PoVs)
This is exactly why we encourage others to share ideas & not think they have nothing to say.
Welcome to Tiffany, so glad you could join us!
A3 Read, comment, question, engage, share, be selective & use universal terminology to avoid confusion
I think that's because education has only moved 1/2"
A3: Following the current trends that interest you and begin participating in the chats. Interest Based Learning always key!
Sometimes it's hard to get a serious dialogue going on a serious issue w/out hurt feelings.
Introduce yourself! :) There are some amazing communities! Here in Ireland we have ! Others globally are or !
Was running late. I had a school concert then thought I deserved a bag of chips on my way home! 🍟
Exactly! Find your interest and join in the conversation no matter what nation!
Agree Harrison, but feelings need to be put aside if we want to progress.
A3:I think the #1 tip is to check compatible times.Also, have twitter etiquette & understand that cultural understandings may differ
Welcome to . You're never too late to join in the chat :)
Absolutely! You never know what thought you might spark in others.
definitely. No point being on a global Internet and worrying about the location.
Hi Harrison :) SHOULD GET used to !
Q1: When and why did you first use Twitter to step outside your own national boundaries & connect globally?
Think the results might reflect the tool we are most comfortable with?
really i pressed when you told me the stats! Just fab! 👌
A1) 2yrs ago, I wanted to learn more about what being a T is like; I'm in Germany, but don't speak German :( so internet helps! :)
Hi, most likely. I think having a presence online is the first step.
Q1: JUST NOW!! I can now add to my calendar https://t.co/k5bvEkYYfh
Q1: When and why did you first use Twitter to step outside your own national boundaries & connect globally?
Q1: JUST NOW!! I can now add to my calendar https://t.co/k5bvEkYYfh
Q1: When and why did you first use Twitter to step outside your own national boundaries & connect globally?
A3 I think this takes time. You follow the hashtag of people you follow. Bit of a search and see whether you want to join.
But I don't think I ever thought that as a U.S thing. Have to think about that a bit.
Wooo! Achievement!! Congrats and welcome from Ireland!
Agreed by 100%! <===> <===>
Q4: What’s the best way to find global chats to participate in that focus on your interests? https://t.co/TdlgwzkRFW
Thanks! I think it's amazing to have immediate connections globally. Quicker than a phone call
in facts I would liked stars one Tw chat in catalán languages
recommend which ones to join first please?
A4 looking to see what chats like-minded PLN head for. Same names in the same range of chats.
Other than that I am not sure what it is, maybe just me?
Have your colleagues embraced being connected educators or are you pioneering?
Great advice for taking part in global HT
https://t.co/8mUBcR6Zc2
A3 Read, comment, question, engage, share, be selective & use universal terminology to avoid confusion
A4: I utilize which constantly updates you on the upcoming chats!
A4: Constantly following ppl from around the world. and are good resources.
Certainly NOT You Julie!!! You are and friendly ;)
A4 Try various chats, you'll soon know which 1s are appropriate for you-be selective, engage with the ones that impact your T&L most
A4: Idea: If there is a chat I really want to join I make an appt for myself in my calendar, otherwise I forget.
A4: In the beginning followed interesting sounding Ts and watched where they went to chat globally. Hope that's not stalking!
You might be biased Gust, but thanks for the support. 😊
You SHOULD know me long enough to know, THAT I post WHAT I mean!!! ;)
. It's the best kind of stalking there is Harrison. I now stalk chats to find global tweeps.
Yes, need also to make sure you don’t become a slave to Twitter. Turn it off occasionally. Give time for yourself.
Excellent suggestion Greg. I also suggest participating in chats that really challenge ur thinking too. https://t.co/eWh9vJifzs
A4 Try various chats, you'll soon know which 1s are appropriate for you-be selective, engage with the ones that impact your T&L most
There are numerous sites that show chats & times: ! Chats:
TOTALLY agree!
https://t.co/obeff1NQSm
Yes, need also to make sure you don’t become a slave to Twitter. Turn it off occasionally. Give time for yourself.
is a slow chat that is happening right now. Check it out friends. https://t.co/w0tqoer1Sw
There are numerous sites that show chats & times: ! Chats:
a5 I reply to Q after the event. I have replied to midweek for instance.
I've gotta dip out to my track practice I coach. Great chatting with you all
A5: When I can' sleep at night I can catch If I can't sleep I may as well be learning!
Tonight's chat epitomises the philosophy with representatives from around the globe inc USA, Spain, Germany, UK & Ireland
A5 if the time difference isn't convenient, then catch up at another time when it's convenient & use universally recognised vocab
I stick to English language chats, but I follow educators who tweet in other languages! I the translate button on Twitter’s website!
A5: You can also schedule tweets to chats that occur overnight using then check for replies when you are awake.
Great advice! You can also check if the chat has a !!
https://t.co/cfXI2XHVtE
A5 if the time difference isn't convenient, then catch up at another time when it's convenient & use universally recognised vocab
A5 Some chats are for the holidays only. But still follow the threads in my own time.
I do have to laugh at some of the translations! It's not a perfect tool but better than nothing! https://t.co/O8yhNhKMdQ
I stick to English language chats, but I follow educators who tweet in other languages! I the translate button on Twitter’s website!
A5: I don't allow the time to be a hinderance! Whenever a great topic/question/answer comes across I jump straight in!!!
Have a great night Tiffany! Thanks for joining
Agree, tools like Tweetdeck are great for joining chats that are late at night but not the same as joining in live!
I always think I'll join in during the holidays when I'm not clock watching! It's on my Easter holiday list...
According to UNESCO, 30 training hours equal to 3 in-classroom support. Sharing and learning from others is necessary
I have to run...thanks for organizing another amazing chat. You rock my friend!
A5: experienced this during with in Vietnam.Awareness of who is asleep/awake helps-made it work!
It works, AND it is funny; BUT enough to the context ;)
Thanks Julie, so glad you were able to join us tonight :)
Q6: Share one example of how being globally on Twitter has changed your professional development https://t.co/s0n75wRSww
like the idea of scheduled tweets! Must try this
Being globally connected on Twitter led to & started ! All and fun for me & others!
A6) I used to almost exclusively take in info. Now, it's a conversation - very inspiring, becoming a teacher feels much more real :)
This is awesome! https://t.co/WYH0gI2595
Being globally connected on Twitter led to & started ! All and fun for me & others!
Discovering and learning about the app. Learning, aka pinching ideas, from others across the pond.
Enjoyed the visit. Was out of school early so I got to drop in.
Top tip! https://t.co/wSnBvhASI6
Discovering and learning about the app. Learning, aka pinching ideas, from others across the pond.
Hope you enjoyed it. Come back soon. Next time bring a friend also! 😃
Agree! I discovered Project Based Learning, and as a result of global chats!
Great finds. Massive impact. https://t.co/NBcObQAeHC
Agree! I discovered Project Based Learning, and as a result of global chats!
A6. If it wasn't for meeting & through , would have never existed!
