#CollaborativePD Archive
Join the Collaborative Professional Development movement! Every month, Jennifer Williams and Participate invite you to share how you are incorporating blended learning tools and ideas derived from other educators into your instruction and professional development. This chat is great if you are new to Twitter, or a seasoned social media maven. Ultimately, it’s about empowerment and self-discovery through the expansion of personal learning networks, and the ability to blend in voices, concepts and tools from all over the world.
Wednesday September 21, 2016
By far the best way to participate in any twitter chats
Welcome to ! We are thrilled you are here! Please introduce yourself, your position, & location. https://t.co/BJSZbsXyxf
Kathy joining and attending a Zoom board meeting
We are honored to welcome tonight as our moderator for . Looking forward to an inspired discussion!
Kerianne Peaden. I work for VIF International Education.
Meredith, Intervention Specialist from SW Florida excited to join this new chat.
Hey - Bryan Miller Co-Founder & Ed Community Manager at Wonder Workshop in Ft. Lauderdale, FL!
May be in & out of chat been summoned to sit in on drums for youth group tonight
Hi Kerianne! Nice to see you here at !
Hi . Joe, math & STEAM coach from Palo Alto, CA
Dave in San Fran, thrilled to join the first-ever Chats! Happy International Day of Peace everyone!
Thrilled to join for the debut chat! Let’s meet to discuss ways we can share as connected educators.
Thrilled to join for the debut chat! Let’s meet to discuss ways we can share as connected educators.
David, Math teacher, Citrus County, FL
Hey I’ll be in your neck of the woods next week! :-)
Rita, librarian and consultant, Wisconsin. Happy to join you all.
Hi, all! Michelle from & I'm thrilled to be joining in from Chapel Hill, NC!
Hey all! Amber here from Clermont, Florida. K-5 global studies/6th digital media and 7th robotics
We will follow Q1/A1 format & don’t forget to include in all your responses.
Robert from Los Angeles here. Middle school English.
Greetings from Durham and my first twitter chat!
Claudio, instructional tech coordinator in Texas
Hi!! Ylonka from Dominican Republic, ready to learn
Hi Dave! Excited for tonight!
Hi from Argentina! ESL T ICT S , ESA & CT, Globally Connected Teacher and Lifelong Learner.
Hi . Gillian Judson from Vancouver. Prof at SFU--always investigating imaginative engagement and learning...INCLUDING PD!
Hi my friend! Thanks for coming!
Hi I'm Heather, a teacher librarian consultant in PA.
Valerie Instructional Coach from FL! 😍
coffee, glasses, and teachers learning
Hi Jen , Happy to be here . Garrett from VIF International Education
Welcome! I hope you're using TweetDeck as it makes it all so much easier. https://t.co/XUeU4jiOi8
Greetings from Durham and my first twitter chat!
Howdy Happy to be joining everyone!
my first twitter chat too! excited to be here :)
Get ready to connect! Q1 on coming up in 1 minute with !
Always excited to be with in any chat, especially at this first
Hey GT!! glad you made it!!
Hi Garrett! Welcome! So happy you are here!
Bill from Missouri!
Hello
Woohoo for first twitter chatters !
Hey I'm a librarian/teacher in New Hampshire
Me and I am here to talk to you
Mark from Chapel Thrill, NC, and . Thx for hosting !
Welcome! Great to see you are jumping into something new. I hope you like it. https://t.co/Le3qDYYI0F
my first twitter chat too! excited to be here :)
One of my favourites! Hey, GT!
Hi Mark! So excited for tonight! Great group here at !
A1)We have started a "dino tech" group that meets to discuss and show how to implement new tech ideas.
Sarah from NY! Thanks for hosting
A1 I am an only teacher at a private ESL Center in a small town. My communities of practice are global.
Hey ! EdTech & Curriculum Consultant from NY. Just arrived home from leading PD in NC so lurking on the chat tonight :)
A1: this year we created a twitter hashtag to connect our classrooms in a different way with out leaving our classroom.
A1: Twitter, FB, Google Docs, "PD in your PJs", regional librarian mtgs.
How cool is this! Great idea for collaboration!
Yippee!!! Monica is here! Welcome!
Hi ! Akilah, from VA, Professional Learning Specialist. I love re-imagining and dreaming big for PD
Making a cameo for my friend & for Chat tonight. Sean here & I'm Education Advisor for .
educator has become a complex word...educator might have a different synonym such as learner...
A1 I created tech coach roles for teachers to take. We would work closely with them to offer hundreds of PD hours
is a must for fast moving chats & it looks like will be a fast one.
So thankful you're here Sean!
PD is PJs is THE BEST! I just talked about this & today!
Oh, I love this idea! What is the hashtag! We can all say hello!
Hey High School Teacher Librarian WootWoot
Love this idea! https://t.co/ek2YSwGnbs
A1: this year we created a twitter hashtag to connect our classrooms in a different way with out leaving our classroom.
I think ideas are sparks and when we share them in our school, we make a really big wise fire
A1 We are having personalized PD, and sometimes Ts have mini meetings edcamp style or protocols
I like PD & PBJ…a fun lunchtime PD session and make your own PBJ! hehehe :-) https://t.co/qIeS7XWlnm
PD is PJs is THE BEST! I just talked about this & today!
Welcome, welcome! The party can really start now :)
Awesome! Can't wait for Saturday. My tcr pals did one last week too, webinar w/
A1:We have bi-weekly check in meeting in pairs. We have Monday Huddles...the design of our office bridges daily connects!
sounds like the place for me! checking in!
Thanks, Pal! Happy to be here for !
We have two. School department and District wide
Welcome Katie! Thrilled you are here! We are on Q1!!! Jump right in!
A1 Ask: What are you teaching? Get the dialogue started and ideas flowwing.
A1: Of course Twitter, Google Hangout, Padlet, F2F when we can
A1: Weekly PLC meetings by grade level
A1: As IC I ask colleagues what their needs are. Surveys,emails,class visits,hallways. Trying after school learning labs 😀
Love reimagining & dreaming with you! Let's transform PD! Welcome!!!
A1: I went to one and LOVED it! Would love to organize one for
Watch for Q2 on coming up in 1 minute with .
Hallways! YES! Love that you pointed this out! Spaces for sharing are everywhere! https://t.co/Cmke31UMP7
A1: As IC I ask colleagues what their needs are. Surveys,emails,class visits,hallways. Trying after school learning labs 😀
great! We have been trying to motivate Ts to use Twitter more, but sometimes it's hard
A1 I walk and talk to people
Did our first take on EdCamp Style PD.We had 5 or 6 breakout sessions for our staff in-service day on Mon.Well-received.
A2 Twitter, conferences and EdCamps!
I like PD and - a fun learning experience on ice....
It is definitely a journey, Ylonka! Totally agree!
A1 Doing things & by sharing and celebrating the positives in the schoolhouse
Hi Sandra Bays from Elon Elementary joining few min late!
A2 Twitter, seminars, books!
exactly, collaboration is the key word
You schoolhouse rock! https://t.co/QEWUCqSiI0
A1 Doing things & by sharing and celebrating the positives in the schoolhouse
I love Twitter for & when I intro it to Ts for the 1st time, they are always WOWed by the resources & expertise available!
Hey here happy to learn&share on
This is wonderful. Some TOSAs in SoCal created grp across district lines for
truly is such an inspiration. I always read his work & find myself shaking my head YES, YES, YES!
A2: My PLN on Twitter and Voxer are my best outlets for learning.
A1: I love Twitter for & when I intro it to Ts for the 1st time, they are always WOWed by the resources & expertise!
I really need to try Voxer.
Michelle from Jacksonville NC ready for some ideas and collaboration
A2: Group, hands on, productive, measurable, and fun
A2 Those real, in the moment convos without boundaries and scripted handouts.
A2: I like short time PDs on saturdays... you wear jeans, have time for a bath and eat whatever you want at lunch...
Hi ! Michael from Maryland [& currently Starbucks] logging in. In & out tonight but thrilled to join.
Plain and simple! TWITTER IS IT! Love it, Meredith!
If only I had Twitter with my learning journey decades ago! Think of how today's new educators will benefit from this.
Edcamp is wonderful format for adult learners' voice & choice in PD. https://t.co/pyIqOerljE
A1: I went to one and LOVED it! Would love to organize one for
A2 for sure, conferences like Twitter chats, professional development books
Coming in late from the store. Chris, a rdg spec, from PA.
I need to hear more about this :)
A2: Retweeting myself b/c this works as part of my answer for Q2 as well! https://t.co/ZxCD9E25uK
A1: I love Twitter for & when I intro it to Ts for the 1st time, they are always WOWed by the resources & expertise!
It is great for your internal leadership groups, but the national networks are also pretty awesome.
Works well with kids too!
Thanks, Pal! Happy to be aboard the Conjunction Junction with you.
A1 we have started using google drive to connect within our school and within our system share ideas from Twitter chats and
A1: Conferences are a source of networking, learning and growth for me. A great conference can transform & ignite you!
This is what it is all about. We actually did form an after school teacher walking group!
A1 My fave PD format is to connect with colleagues in a different T's room each time. See their room set up, posters, etc.
sometimes face to face is the best
A2: I love when PDs give me tools rather than work to do. Teachers need ways to do work more proficient.
A2: Twitter (new 2 it & love it!) and summits!
A2 - Twitter is undoubtedly the portal that has opened up countless self-directed and PLN-connected learning opps for me.
Hi Michael! Welcome! We are thrilled you are here! We are on Q2! Jump right in!
It is difficult Our district will be encouraging by giving out giftcard monthly as a form of participation
Absolutely. Make it a longer duration & it becomes genius Hour & passion projects.
A2 Loveing my Voxer and Twitter PLN. Realize I want/need some f2f, so I'm going to start a group.
A2: reading professional books. websites, blogs, and articles. TWITTER!
A2: Twitter Chats. Whew! They grew me, nourished me and my family is a source of daily inspiration!
2 MOOCs, , Edmodo Training, Online Courses, webinars , Social Networks, self-guided research & content curation.
We did this in our school as well! So effective! {Great to see you here!}
A2)Building meaningful relationships and staying connected with a STRONG . Wouldn't trade mine for anything.
A2. As a math/science teacher I always loved doing summer research and learning from scientists at the local university
A special prize for if she can up the ante and retweet her retweet for A3. Anticipation, anticipation..
A2. Twitter + Conferences (ISTE & ) + Intl School Visits
Everyone please follow & welcome Sarah to Twitter! Yippee!!! Let's grow our ! https://t.co/53GhXIRTLT
A2: Twitter (new 2 it & love it!) and summits!
Hey Sandra!!! great to see you here.... Hope more folks from Elon can come too!
let's hope that will never be fully replaced
Exactly what I always want from any PD - practical ideas & resources! https://t.co/ehatyclgvn
A2: I love when PDs give me tools rather than work to do. Teachers need ways to do work more proficient.
You model and empower that well, Pal!
This is one of my all-time fav things I've seen on twitter! LOVE it!
It's Definitely about being aware & mindful when we can connect w colleagues.
We have a movie coming of out this fall
thanks for sharing- this is great!
A2 Love meals & get togethers with Ts outside of school. Casual & collegial but the chat always comes back to school!
Great to learn from you tonight!
I love this answer.... yep indeed!!
Thank you, friend! Hope all is well!
My colleagues & I do a lot of brainstorming and planning on our walk & talks.
A2 intensive extended workshops; weeklong or more; stipend, content/theme oriented & self-selected PD
is now trending in USA, ranking 47
A2Thanks to global modules LOVE learning from blogs, Twitter, Instagram have connected globally!
Well said. I believe the future is bright
Now..... I love a good challenge! ;)
A2: Love group chats. Personally connecting this way leads to open-ended opportunities. https://t.co/sQCVUbtFjh
A2 Loveing my Voxer and Twitter PLN. Realize I want/need some f2f, so I'm going to start a group.
Get ready for Q3 coming up in 1 minute on with !
Oh, I cannot wait! How extraordinary!
we've been sharing cool ideas we find on Twitter with Ts to get them excited, we're encouraging
A2 My brilliant hubs, & I talk teaching & learning while walking the dog.
A1: provide positive feedback, show interest, be present, be visible, build relationships, build trust.
A2 Something like the positive, inclusive vibe at our Session, . Real, authentic talk & sharing.
PD that circumvents restrictions of time or space =real time access is #1
So true! We can never escape talking about our passions, can we?
Agree! Love all the richness of what he shares.
Q3: How do Twitter and other digital resources help you to connect & collaborate as an educator? O… https://t.co/B0UcC3fVTS
Think there is a lot more we can all do together with Voxer and other complementary platforms https://t.co/G6SSiVEcFf
A2: Love group chats. Personally connecting this way leads to open-ended opportunities. https://t.co/sQCVUbtFjh
A2 Loveing my Voxer and Twitter PLN. Realize I want/need some f2f, so I'm going to start a group.
Getting to know each other breeds professional curiosity and bravery. https://t.co/S71IdHygF3
A2 Love meals & get togethers with Ts outside of school. Casual & collegial but the chat always comes back to school!
You are a rockstar, ! https://t.co/XbkXiWvJ7h
A2Thanks to global modules LOVE learning from blogs, Twitter, Instagram have connected globally!
Truth in that! The would love it!
same here. i just cant get enough. If only more teachers would consider joining the madness.. :)
Just started using for our group. Great ! https://t.co/iHhn4Vv4FB
A2: Love group chats. Personally connecting this way leads to open-ended opportunities. https://t.co/sQCVUbtFjh
A2 Loveing my Voxer and Twitter PLN. Realize I want/need some f2f, so I'm going to start a group.
A3 Love chats like these. Now the are dabbling in voxer. Love the excitement created by new tools
Access is a key point that is often on my mind. It needs to be accessible for all! Learning anywhere, anytime!
A2: Def Twitter, blogs, surfing net, digital research, and books! I love video PD too!👀
So many amazing qualities you mentioned in just one tweet!
A3: Learning from others take place on chats like this on Twitter and great ideas are worth curating on a school hashtag.
A3 When I want to try somelthing new, I put it out on Twitter...ALWAYS find a tribe to help me. AMAZING
Q3: Enables us to build w/ like-minded educators. Such opportunities to learn from each other!
A3 It allows my resources to grow exponentially and connect with experts across the world…all from the comfort of my couch!
Love the idea of working your mind and body at the same time.
Be present, be visible! Trust and relationships! Everything can bring I believe! Love it! https://t.co/KvvY4dT8dU
A1: provide positive feedback, show interest, be present, be visible, build relationships, build trust.
A3 They are essential to my PD. They add global awareness, innovation & inspiration to my praxis.
it's almost like a dial-tone (if we remember what that was!) Always on...
A3: Puts us in touch with world class educators with like minded values, concerns, inquiries.
My spouse hates teacher talk. But when he's w/his colleagues, the talk always turns to work too! https://t.co/AfHDylRZqR
So true! We can never escape talking about our passions, can we?
I love the idea of an open door
A3 Thru Twitter I 've met many Ts from around the world, share ideas, see what other schools are doing it's just awesome
A3. Just love Twitter chats that add a touch of humor! We could all change our license plates? https://t.co/lhi5f9ahgR
Hey & Join us when you finish as we discuss Visual Literacy on 9pm EST
A3: Twitter & other digital resources allow you to connect with others across country;flattens the walls so you can learn
Yep! PD in your pocket as our pal always says! https://t.co/LlXSA4GMLj
A3 It allows my resources to grow exponentially and connect with experts across the world…all from the comfort of my couch!
A3: My connections aren't limited by geography. I love me some Texas librarians all the way from PA
A3: PD in your pocket! Love it!
A3: e-media have made relationships easier to keep close. Teacher-parent can be as close as a tweet. homework done!
A3 Enables me to connect with other global educators to learn about their classroom activities and resources
Instructional Rounds, leadership team on Google classroom, and Twitter! Open door to other colleagues! Build trust
That is a smart man! https://t.co/vcRSyb3zbd
Yep! PD in your pocket as our pal always says! https://t.co/LlXSA4GMLj
A3 It allows my resources to grow exponentially and connect with experts across the world…all from the comfort of my couch!
A3. Should say "meet people from around the world" but was just down the road and we met thru Twitter!
Wow! I've discovered this wonderful resource only this year! So many exceptional educators online! https://t.co/mB9umXK6CY
Oh, we all SO should! Power of a ! :)
A3: And another reason why I love Twitter for ! {This is just for you, !} https://t.co/ZxCD9E25uK
A1: I love Twitter for & when I intro it to Ts for the 1st time, they are always WOWed by the resources & expertise!
A3: Something as simple as a collaborative padlet and a hashtag keep the convo going after a f2f session
Like how feels informal, relaxed. Genuine connection: can hear emotions in voice.
it's great we are also trying
Anything that helps me learn deeply.
Seek conversations that challenge your thinking!
A3. I frequently collaborated with my colleagues in Spain via Skype and google hang outs!
SKOL VIkings!!! Love the licence plate
A3)Twitter allows U to connect with like-minded people that share the same values, passions, mindset as you.
why, thanks! Just happy to be connected and learn from like you you.
Love that there are no boundaries. This Cali girl does a lot of work with east coasters and Oregon.
A3. Twitter chats always felt a bit ephemeral until I ran across which changed everything, anchoring deeper
YES! I love !!! Also, , , and ! All amazing for & bringing us together!
Yes! Growth comes when we seek ppl w diff POVs, when we're out of comfort zones.
Gotta run, , daughter has math homework.
LIke how feels like a "slow chat," sometimes, on your time, yet effective.
I like mystery Skype, Ss love it
It's always encouraging to see so many dedicated and enthusiastic Ts on chats - gives hope on tough days
Truth there! We live and work in NC but met in Denver! Still honored!
A3 Twitter is great to validate beliefs. The "Hey, I do that too!" feeling helps Ts who are often isolated or unappreciated
how do you incorporate mystery skype?!
Thanks for coming, Rita! The transcript will be up on !
A3 There are so many teachers that have taken strategies to a new level that I have not explored and would help my Ss learn
And a collection of all resources shared here tonight! https://t.co/9l9zSeavs7
Thanks for coming, Rita! The transcript will be up on !
Yes. Deepened & synthesized the learning without a doubt!
I do have to pay attention to when I post questions in which group.
A2: I have to say has been a great place to connect & learn from others
the key master meets the gate keeper
Preaching to the choir here but wow, Twitter has helped me to build ongoing mutual interest & sharing w/ colleagues.
As well as the "have you tried it this way?"'s
I'd love some innovative ways for using voxer for
A3 -2: I like how different counties near us are using hashtags to collaborate their best practices
I have loved learning from you expertise through your blog posts!
Dylan Smith from Ottawa saying hello.
Thanks for taking part in tonight’s chat! Don’t forget to follow all the participants to grow your .
Don't forget! Transcripts & resource collection from tonight's chat will be available right away at https://t.co/6SXz6GXZfl
She did it, she did it! Authentically too.
Oops I thought started at 8:30
Follow & use the hashtag 24/7 to keep the conversation going all week long! Next chat date: 10/19
A3 Twitter brought me towards mtg truly inspiring people, enriched my PD, got me writing again & led me to a new career.
can i be the stay puff marshmallow man? It just popped in there.
agree! love how educators can connect from different parts of the world.
How do I get an avatar. I have seen some people do that... love it
I would post a question and use your Twitter PLN to join your Voxer group to share out.
Yes, no more feeling like I'm alone on an island! https://t.co/fEFHgdll4G
A3 Twitter is great to validate beliefs. The "Hey, I do that too!" feeling helps Ts who are often isolated or unappreciated
Many thanks to & for empowering us as teachers & supporting
Thanks and for a great I look forward to the next! Have a great rest of ur week everyone!
Some twitter chats have a voxer group. Great place to start.
A3: they keep me updated, reminded, and refreshed on ideas that are new, forgotten, and sometimes modifiable!
When you meet in person, & connect f2f, it seals the relationship! Right, rocks! https://t.co/p7wU0i86QX
Truth there! We live and work in NC but met in Denver! Still honored!
Sorry I was unable to join tonight. Is this chat weekly?
On , can hear positive vibes in voices. On , hard to detect tone sometimes.
Thank you all SOOO much for being part of the movement, and thanks so much to for being such a rock star!
The conversation will continue 24/7 at ! And, can't wait to chat again next month! Amazing communit… https://t.co/JyJmOaQ7jp
Thanks, looking forward to the next one
Thanks, Bry! You inspire us all to be better educators!
Thanks moderators and participants!
A3:Ideas learned from others, sharing best practices & talking w other educators around the US has taken edu 2 new heights!
So awesome! Thank you for sharing so much tonight with us! Loved learning from you!
I feel like you a speaking to me, ;-)
Thanks to & everyone who shared such great ideas!
Agreed, Pal. You meet a band of life-changing folks and the world is better.
Thanks for coming, Stella! Excited to follow the hashtag all week long!
Thanks for this opportunity tonight. What a powerful 30 minutes
Thanks for a great chat and ! Wonderful group, can't wait till next month!
Thank you for sharing... Have a good night!
A3. Often educators can’t articulate exactly how we effect results, but PLN tweets can bring much to awareness.
Thanks to for a great chat tonight!
Thank you for hosting !!!!
Messages in the form of 140 characters have truly changed my life as an educator!
Such amazing tools for both Ts & Ss to collaborate. Love , , https://t.co/gluNM9bocZ
YES! I love !!! Also, , , and ! All amazing for & bringing us together!
Thanks for coming, Ricardo! See you in the Twittersphere!
Thanks my amazing friend! Always so inspired by your experiences in the classroom!
Thank you for a great chat
Bounce, share, borrow, GROW! I am so all about this! :)
Thanks, Michelle! Such an extraordinary chat tonight!
Thanks so much for joining, Michelle! Such a special evening!
To quote . Twitter has allowed T's to go from "snow-global to global" on so many levels!
Wow, this is everything I believe! Wish I could retweet this x10!
Thanks to for hosting a phenomenal Chat! Always inspired by my friend!
Teachers together with teachers! It is simply the best!
Thankful for you every day &every hour! Actually, you are my summed up in one hashtag! :)
Thankful for you every day &every hour! Actually, you are my summed up in one hashtag! :)
I'm definitely more thoughtful and get to the pt. Twitter has helped me revise and synthesize. https://t.co/hl2aTY5Pxb
Messages in the form of 140 characters have truly changed my life as an educator!
Hi all & Sorry I was in another group😊💛💜❤
thanks for a great chat and ! goodnight all :)
Hi Fabiana! The conversation continues all week! Let's tag all our ideas 24/7!!!
Innovation means identifying that which is of value- Sharing learning tools that work and inspire. … https://t.co/Kwp9WI4qv6
Thanks Kerianne! Excited to connect & continue the conversation all week at ! Goodnight! :)
I 'll have to catch up. I was someplace else 😉
And, Twitter is the garden for which the joy of the can grow! Love it!
I am JenWilliamsEdu on Voxer if you ever want to go for a test run :)
So true. I never thought 140 characters could be so powerful. https://t.co/6MkmQ0DE5z
Messages in the form of 140 characters have truly changed my life as an educator!
Thanks for coming and sharing, Sara! It was tremendous!
Honored to be a part of tonight's chat and the movement! Thankful for your leadership!
