#semoEDchat Archive | Participate

semoEDchat Feb 9 @ 9:30 PM EST

Welcome to #semoEDchat! Tell us about yourself, then what you thought school would look like now when you were a student. 1st Q in 4 mins.

participatechat Feb 9 @ 9:30 PM EST

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teach_russell - Moderator Feb 9 @ 9:32 PM EST

Jamie, EdTech from @CapeTigers. I didn't really think about it, even as an ed student at uni. I assumed it'd stay the same. #semoEDchat

In reply to @CapeTigers

BusEd11 Feb 9 @ 9:32 PM EST

Theresa here from Cape Central HS, i thought school would be a happier place. #semoEDchat

mattrlacy Feb 9 @ 9:33 PM EST

Matt Lacy- Associate Superintendent in Jackson. I really didn't have a vision for education as a S. Pre Internet. #semoEDchat

drmcclard Feb 9 @ 9:33 PM EST

Lance, elementary principal in Jackson. Jet pack field trips, plug 💻 in brain to download, and explore own topics. #semoEDchat

semoEDchat Feb 9 @ 9:34 PM EST

Q1 - How would you change the way we do school? #semoEDchat

teach_russell - Moderator Feb 9 @ 9:34 PM EST

Rocketman meets The Matrix meets Start Trek Holodeck #semoEDchat

drmcclard Feb 9 @ 9:33 PM EST

Lance, elementary principal in Jackson. Jet pack field trips, plug 💻 in brain to download, and explore own topics. #semoEDchat

teach_russell - Moderator Feb 9 @ 9:35 PM EST

A1 a - More #stuchoice, #stuvoice, flexible schedule, later start time for secondary, more online opportunity, more real-world #semoEDchat

drmcclard Feb 9 @ 9:35 PM EST

No grade barriers. If you are ready to move on, you do. #semoEDchat

teach_russell - Moderator Feb 9 @ 9:36 PM EST

A1 b - Personalized, more 4Cs, less carrot-stick, more intrinsic motivation, more relevant skills dev earlier, #semoEDchat

crystaslaughter Feb 9 @ 9:36 PM EST

Crystal, ITC, I didn't have a vision as a S #semoEDchat

JoveStickel Feb 9 @ 9:36 PM EST

Jove MS principal from central MO stopping by #semoEDchat

teach_russell - Moderator Feb 9 @ 9:37 PM EST

A1 c- earlier childhood interventions, parent training, more community involvement/interaction #semoEDchat

crystaslaughter Feb 9 @ 9:38 PM EST

More gathering spaces, Learning taking place outside the walls of a classroom more available, more creation #semoEDchat

joerobison907 Feb 9 @ 9:39 PM EST

Joe from Alaska stopping in for a bit #semoEDchat

crystaslaughter Feb 9 @ 9:40 PM EST

A2: more standards base grade, capstone projects, love the design in SLA in Philadelphia #semoEDchat

semoEDchat Feb 9 @ 9:41 PM EST

Q2 - What could you change in your classroom to work for students? #semoEDchat

teach_russell - Moderator Feb 9 @ 9:41 PM EST

Welcome, brother from another timezone! Alaska in the house! #semoEDchat

In reply to @joerobison907

joerobison907 Feb 9 @ 9:41 PM EST

A1. no standardized tests- less classroom time- more innovative partnerships- more student voice and choice- new grading system #semoEDchat

BusEd11 Feb 9 @ 9:41 PM EST

A1. Less state mandated testing, and add a sofa and small round work tables to my classroom #semoEDchat

crystaslaughter Feb 9 @ 9:41 PM EST

A1b: standards based grading, capstone projects, love the design in SLA in Philadelphia #semoEDchat

teach_russell - Moderator Feb 9 @ 9:42 PM EST

A2 - more flexibility for due dates, increased and targeted fast feedback using tech, flex seating, #PBL, connect to real world #semoEDchat

JoveStickel Feb 9 @ 9:42 PM EST

A2 more variety in learning spaces give Ss the voice in deciding expectation and procedure #semoEDchat

teach_russell - Moderator Feb 9 @ 9:43 PM EST

def new grading system. #semoEDchat

In reply to @joerobison907

joerobison907 Feb 9 @ 9:43 PM EST

1st thing i'd do... haha #semoedchat

In reply to @teach_russell

BusEd11 Feb 9 @ 9:43 PM EST

Q2 look for a grant for the furniture but gotta find the time and grant. #semoEDchat

mrsbranchk Feb 9 @ 9:44 PM EST

A little late... Kelley Branch 5th Grade Cape Girardeau, MO #semoEDchat

giveawaydothype Feb 9 @ 9:44 PM EST

A2 more variety in learning spaces give Ss the voice in deciding expectation and procedure #semoEDchat

teach_russell - Moderator Feb 9 @ 9:45 PM EST

Way to rep @capecms #semoEDchat

In reply to @mrsbranchk, @capecms

teach_russell - Moderator Feb 9 @ 9:46 PM EST

Me too. But it'd be exciting. Def change mindsets. #semoEDchat

In reply to @BusEd11, @joerobison907

drmcclard Feb 9 @ 9:46 PM EST

Q2 I would make them more conducive for teachers to observe each other. #tooisolated #semoEDchat

mrsbranchk Feb 9 @ 9:46 PM EST

Q2 Seating options and lighting! #semoEDchat

joerobison907 Feb 9 @ 9:47 PM EST

A2. classrooms have to b/c more engaging-classroom environment=greatest tool a T has-whatever it takes, make it fun and engaging #semoedchat

teach_russell - Moderator Feb 9 @ 9:47 PM EST

#semoEDchat

In reply to @BusEd11

VanEdwards Feb 9 @ 9:48 PM EST

A little late to the party but I'm lurking! 👍. Abbie Edwards! Tech coach @ Sikeston #semoEDchat

semoEDchat Feb 9 @ 9:48 PM EST

Q3 - What is your school doing to change the way it meets the needs of students? #semoEDchat

teach_russell - Moderator Feb 9 @ 9:50 PM EST

Competency-based like we had in a lot of CTC classes, is my interest right now. What can we do with the knowledge #semoEDchat

In reply to @drmcclard

mrsbranchk Feb 9 @ 9:50 PM EST

A3 increased parent communication, focusing on relationships 1st, dropping excuses at the door. All kids can and will! #semoEDchat

JoveStickel Feb 9 @ 9:50 PM EST

A3 our focus has been on building a growth mindset and taking risks to reach S of all needs #semoEDchat

joerobison907 Feb 9 @ 9:50 PM EST

something based around competency and application-- not memorization #semoedchat

In reply to @drmcclard, @teach_russell, @BusEd11

crystaslaughter Feb 9 @ 9:51 PM EST

A3: Seesaw for interaction and blogging, coding, moviemaking, library has more flexible in seating/activities, STEAM lab #semoEDchat

teach_russell - Moderator Feb 9 @ 9:52 PM EST

A3 - Teacher culture is changing to really focus on needs of Ss, 1:1, changing course offerings, #CTkindness #semoEDchat

joerobison907 Feb 9 @ 9:52 PM EST

teacher PD also needs to change so we can change how we view the classroom #semoedchat

In reply to @teach_russell

crystaslaughter Feb 9 @ 9:52 PM EST

We have been looking at competency based as well. #semoEDchat

In reply to @teach_russell, @drmcclard

joerobison907 Feb 9 @ 9:53 PM EST

I get more from watching my Ss in science, and talking with them, than any test will ever tell me #semoedchat

In reply to @BusEd11

crystaslaughter Feb 9 @ 9:53 PM EST

Culture is the place to make the biggest impact! #semoedchat

In reply to @teach_russell

semoEDchat Feb 9 @ 9:54 PM EST

Q4 - What barriers to change do you foresee and what are solutions to those barriers? #semoEDchat

drmcclard Feb 9 @ 9:55 PM EST

A3 make learning relevant & school fun. Genius hour, #pbl, crit thinking activities b4 school, clubs, tech to enhance learning #semoEDchat

Setharrell Feb 9 @ 9:55 PM EST

A3 offering more personalized PD. Give teachers a choice to grow & find what works best for their teaching style & classroom #semoEDchat

teach_russell - Moderator Feb 9 @ 9:55 PM EST

Q4 - Fixed mindsets, time to do change, lack of patience/resolve. #growthmindsets, more time& patience. One focus at a time. #semoEDchat

mrsbranchk Feb 9 @ 9:56 PM EST

Resistance bc "It's the way it's always been" Solution- results, communication, &explantions.. mostly results. #semoEDchat

AllisonMillz Feb 9 @ 9:56 PM EST

Incorporating technology through 1:1. Will help prepare 21st century Ss with life skills for the future. @drmcclard #semoEDchat

In reply to @semoEDchat, @drmcclard

mattrlacy Feb 9 @ 9:56 PM EST

A3- following the advice of @burgessdave and creating experiences, not just lessons for our students. #semoedchat

In reply to @burgessdave

semoEDchat Feb 9 @ 9:58 PM EST

Next Thurs Feb 16th at 8:30PM All Means All #semoEDchat

crystaslaughter Feb 9 @ 9:58 PM EST

A4a: the biggest challenge is usually helping others to overcome fear and the need for support #semoEDchat

semoEDchat Feb 9 @ 9:59 PM EST

TY for joining #semoEDchat See you Feb 16th 830PM. Chat Info: https://t.co/szmDgfyJl0 #MOedchat is next. Don't forget to follow everyone.

JoveStickel Feb 9 @ 9:59 PM EST

A4 getting all Ts to take the leap into more personalized PD, make it THE Culture not just a weekly activity #semoEDchat

participatechat Feb 9 @ 10:00 PM EST

#semoEDchat just ended! Transcripts and curated resources are now available at https://t.co/MF2CyhhFY7