#ditchbook Archive | Participate

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:00 PM EST

Good evening, #ditchbook! I'm Evan Mosier, your guest moderator for the evening! I'm a Tech Int. Lead & 6th Gr. LA Tchr from Davenport, IA.

MrsCookWHS Dec 1 @ 10:00 PM EST

Carriann, 9th grade ELA teacher from Woodward, OK! #ditchbook

wpmsad Dec 1 @ 10:00 PM EST

#goHawks #ditchbook

In reply to @emosier3

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:00 PM EST

Welcome, Carianne! #ditchbook

In reply to @MrsCookWHS

KarlyMoura - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:01 PM EST

Karly, TOSA from SF Bay Area, CA. SOOOOO ready to #ditchbook!

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:01 PM EST

Welcome, Doug! Go Hawks and Go Panthers! (I'm a UNI grad!) #ditchbook

In reply to @wpmsad

wpmsad Dec 1 @ 10:01 PM EST

Doug from #wp103 and I teach 9G GEOG and MS PE. Aspring administrator! #ditchbook

ERobHurley Dec 1 @ 10:01 PM EST

#ditchbook Pennsylvania

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:01 PM EST

Yay! Karly's here! #ditchbook

In reply to @KarlyMoura

ToddShriver Dec 1 @ 10:01 PM EST

#ditchbook Todd from North White (IN) k-12 technology coach!

sharon_wroble Dec 1 @ 10:01 PM EST

#ditchbook Sharo 6th grade special education St. Charles IL

TTmomTT - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:01 PM EST

YAY! It's #ditchbook So excited for @emosier3 tonight.

In reply to @emosier3

craigklement - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:01 PM EST

Craig, instructional coach from Texas. Go cowboys! #ditchbook

Ryan7Read Dec 1 @ 10:01 PM EST

Ryan from IL #steam teacher and #dronegeek #ditchbook

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:02 PM EST

Welcome, Rob! Nice to have you join us! #ditchbook

In reply to @ERobHurley

wpmsad Dec 1 @ 10:02 PM EST

. @Ryan7Read Teach me Obi Wan! #ditchbook

In reply to @Ryan7Read

rachelmarker Dec 1 @ 10:02 PM EST

Hi #ditchbook! Rachel, curriculum specialist in Bozeman, MT!

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:02 PM EST

Welcome, Todd! #ditchbook

In reply to @ToddShriver

JenVanFleet Dec 1 @ 10:02 PM EST

Hey #ditchbook! It's my first time joining the fun! My name is Jen, and I work in teacher leadership and tech integration for @DavSchools.

In reply to @DavSchools

jmattmiller - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:02 PM EST

Hey #DitchBook! Matt here from Indiana, ready to chat about charting the course ... setting a mission statement!

MistyMitchellm Dec 1 @ 10:02 PM EST

👋👋👋👋👋 #ditchbook

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:02 PM EST

Hey Sharon, thanks for joining us! #ditchbook

In reply to @sharon_wroble

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:02 PM EST

Hey, Mandi! #ditchbook

In reply to @TTmomTT

jmattmiller - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:03 PM EST

Hey Jen! Glad to have you! @DavSchools #DitchBook

In reply to @JenVanFleet, @DavSchools

Ryan7Read Dec 1 @ 10:03 PM EST

welcome to the group #ditchbook

In reply to @JenVanFleet, @DavSchools

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:03 PM EST

Hey Craig! Thanks for joining us again. Big shoes to fill after your #ditchbook chat!

In reply to @craigklement

sharon_wroble Dec 1 @ 10:03 PM EST

#ditchbook this is my first time too looking forward to it

LeeAraoz Dec 1 @ 10:03 PM EST

Lee, instructional technology coach from NY. Excited to be here! #ditchbook

rachelmarker Dec 1 @ 10:03 PM EST

Hey Ryan! Did I see you won something from @OZOBOT this week? Exciting! #ditchbook

In reply to @Ryan7Read, @OZOBOT

KarlyMoura - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:03 PM EST

Wouldn't miss it! #ditchbook

In reply to @emosier3

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:03 PM EST

Hey Rachel!!!!! #ditchbook

In reply to @rachelmarker

KarlyMoura - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:03 PM EST

Ahhhhhh Lee is here!!!!! YAY! #ditchbook

In reply to @LeeAraoz

rachelmarker Dec 1 @ 10:03 PM EST

Yay! Davenport represents! #ditchbook

In reply to @JenVanFleet, @DavSchools

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:03 PM EST

Yay! Jen is here! Happy to have coworkers in on the fun tonight! #ditchbook

In reply to @JenVanFleet, @DavSchools

wpmsad Dec 1 @ 10:03 PM EST

. @jmattmiller @JenVanFleet @DavSchools Did you check out any of our #wciledchat from Tuesday on VR/AR in the classroom? #ditchbook

In reply to @jmattmiller, @JenVanFleet, @DavSchools

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:04 PM EST

Q1: What are the benefits of having a mission statement to guide your teaching? #ditchbook

craigklement - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:04 PM EST

thanks bud. This is going to be great! We are better together #ditchbook

In reply to @emosier3

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:04 PM EST

The man of the hour has arrived!! Welcome, Matt! #ditchbook

In reply to @jmattmiller

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:04 PM EST

Hello again, Misty! #ditchbook

In reply to @MistyMitchellm

Ryan7Read Dec 1 @ 10:04 PM EST

#ditchbook

In reply to @wpmsad

rachelmarker Dec 1 @ 10:04 PM EST

Woot! So excited! #ditchbook

In reply to @emosier3

cynthiaspec Dec 1 @ 10:04 PM EST

cynthiabailey interventionist South Carolina wanted to check out chat #techdisout #ditchbook

In reply to @emosier3

LeeAraoz Dec 1 @ 10:04 PM EST

Thanks, Karly!! I'm psyched to join you! #ditchbook

In reply to @KarlyMoura

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:04 PM EST

Hey, Lee! Welcome to #ditchbook!

In reply to @LeeAraoz

KarlyMoura - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:04 PM EST

A1 It keeps you focused. Need to remember to stay focused. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:05 PM EST

Hi Cynthia! Glad you joined us! #DitchBook #techdisout

In reply to @cynthiaspec

LaurenBeachum Dec 1 @ 10:05 PM EST

Craig, instructional coach from Texas. Go cowboys! #Ditchbook

Ryan7Read Dec 1 @ 10:05 PM EST

A1: all in and ready to go fail and succeed from them #ditchbook

Miss_Lievens Dec 1 @ 10:05 PM EST

Hey all! Happy Thursday! I'm Abbi, second grade teacher from Davenport, Ia! Excited to be here!👍🏼 #ditchbook

wpmsad Dec 1 @ 10:05 PM EST

A1: If your Ss know mission and it is shared with them I feel it will create more S buy in to achieving the vision. #ditchbook

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:05 PM EST

Hey, Cynthia! Welcome to tonight's #ditchbook chat!

In reply to @cynthiaspec

MrsCookWHS Dec 1 @ 10:05 PM EST

A1: Never had a teaching mission statement, so I'm all ears. #ditchbook

ToddShriver Dec 1 @ 10:05 PM EST

#ditchbook A1: to help me establish goals. Provides a path for me to follow and experience new ideas.

LeeAraoz Dec 1 @ 10:05 PM EST

Hi, Evan! I’m happy to be here. #ditchbook

In reply to @emosier3

Ryan7Read Dec 1 @ 10:05 PM EST

I did. #ditchbook

In reply to @rachelmarker, @OZOBOT

SalemTechEd Dec 1 @ 10:05 PM EST

Kevin, innovation design teacher and tech facilitator, NC #ditchbook

craigklement - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:05 PM EST

Took the words right out of my mouth #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:04 PM EST

A1 It keeps you focused. Need to remember to stay focused. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:05 PM EST

Hey #DitchBook! Have you heard about #DitchSummit? Free online conf Dec 16-31. Check it out: https://t.co/RMbqisa6r7

eduleadership Dec 1 @ 10:05 PM EST

Free Ditch That Textbook Digital Summit from @JMattMiller https://t.co/9bWDPyYMq8
In reply to @jmattmiller

rachelmarker Dec 1 @ 10:06 PM EST

A1 A mission statement helps us keep our eye on the prize! Helps me focus on what I want learning to look/feel like in my room. #ditchbook

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:06 PM EST

Abbi!!! Thanks for joining us and for the supprt of #ditchbook It's great to have you!

In reply to @Miss_Lievens

Ryan7Read Dec 1 @ 10:06 PM EST

trying to get big brother now https://t.co/oVhQKvjWW6 #ditchbook

In reply to @ktlms, @OZOBOT

TTmomTT - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:06 PM EST

A1: A mission statement tells others what you value in the classroom. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:07 PM EST

A1: When we're in the midst of the trees, it's nice to have a big-picture view of what's important. #DitchBook

MistyMitchellm Dec 1 @ 10:07 PM EST

A1: mission statements let u step back from time 2 time & refocus. What's imp to u? Why r u teaching? What do u want Ss to get? #ditchbook

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:07 PM EST

A1: I feel just as Ss can benefit from a S-centered classroom, Ts can also benefit with mission statements to engage further. #ditchbook

MrsMeganMorgan Dec 1 @ 10:07 PM EST

a1: Without a mission it is easy to lose focus #ditchbook

JenVanFleet Dec 1 @ 10:07 PM EST

A1: A collective mission keeps me focused with a clear and worthy "why". It makes the hard work worth it. #ditchbook

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:07 PM EST

Hi, Kevin! Welcome to #ditchbook tonight!

In reply to @SalemTechEd

craigklement - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:07 PM EST

@eduleadership introduced my entire campus to #ditchsummit at our faculty meeting this week #ditchbook

In reply to @jmattmiller, @eduleadership

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:07 PM EST

Bingo! I love this! #ditchbook

craigklement - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:05 PM EST
Took the words right out of my mouth #ditchbook
- KarlyMoura - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:04 PM EST
  
  A1 It keeps you focused. Need to remember to stay focused. #ditchbook

rachelmarker Dec 1 @ 10:07 PM EST

#ditchbook

In reply to @Ryan7Read, @OZOBOT

cynthiaspec Dec 1 @ 10:07 PM EST

just thinking-to know what direction your lessons will need to go #techdisout #ditchbook

In reply to @emosier3

jmattmiller - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:08 PM EST

Awesome! Glad to hear it! #DitchBook

In reply to @craigklement, @eduleadership

SalemTechEd Dec 1 @ 10:08 PM EST

Keeps you focused on what you want the students to accomplish #ditchbook

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:08 PM EST

I love this one as well! #ditchbook

rachelmarker Dec 1 @ 10:06 PM EST

A1 A mission statement helps us keep our eye on the prize! Helps me focus on what I want learning to look/feel like in my room. #ditchbook

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:08 PM EST

Ooooh, a wonderful analogy, Matt! I like! #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:07 PM EST

A1: When we're in the midst of the trees, it's nice to have a big-picture view of what's important. #DitchBook

MistyMitchellm Dec 1 @ 10:08 PM EST

Soooo true! They r where the cream rises to the top. Your best stuff comes from them! The stuff from ur ❤️! #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:06 PM EST

A1: A mission statement tells others what you value in the classroom. #ditchbook

craigklement - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:08 PM EST

nice! Definitely sets the tone #ditchbook

In reply to @TTmomTT

burgessdave Dec 1 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1: One of the #tlap spins on a mission statement is to create your 5 word GPS: https://t.co/JsKA82IAI2 #DitchBook #createyourdestination

Mwren13 Dec 1 @ 10:08 PM EST

It gives you something solid to base your teaching and classroom decisions on. #ditchbook

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:08 PM EST

Megan's here!!! Thanks for joining us! #ditchbook Even more DCSD representation!

In reply to @MrsMeganMorgan

iCoder1978 Dec 1 @ 10:09 PM EST

A1: #ditchbook It can act as a good reminder of what needs to be prioritized in our instruction. Helps focus.

In reply to @emosier3, @KarlyMoura

Miss_Lievens Dec 1 @ 10:09 PM EST

A1: Helps to keep focus! A good reason as to why we do what we do each day! #ditchbook

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:09 PM EST

Great idea! Welcome to the chat this evening by the way, Mr. Burgess!! Nice to have you! #ditchbook

In reply to @burgessdave

jmattmiller - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:09 PM EST

Change the way you teach with one word (a 1-word mission statement) https://t.co/drX3cZOAwS #DitchBook

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:10 PM EST

Q2: As Matt writes in chap. 35, what is the one word that you use to guide your planning and lessons? #ditchbook

rachelmarker Dec 1 @ 10:10 PM EST

#ditchbook Love it!

TTmomTT - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:06 PM EST

A1: A mission statement tells others what you value in the classroom. #ditchbook

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:10 PM EST

Thanks for tweeting this part of the book! This goes perfectly with Q2! #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:09 PM EST

Change the way you teach with one word (a 1-word mission statement) https://t.co/drX3cZOAwS #DitchBook

sharon_wroble Dec 1 @ 10:10 PM EST

#ditchbook A1: It guides my students learning, focus on the learning targets

MrsCookWHS Dec 1 @ 10:10 PM EST

A2: COLLABORATE #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:10 PM EST

Exactly! #ditchbook

In reply to @iCoder1978, @emosier3

TTmomTT - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:11 PM EST

A2: Thinking I want my students to think not just do. #ditchbook

craigklement - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:11 PM EST

A2: students #ditchbook

JenVanFleet Dec 1 @ 10:11 PM EST

A1: Grit. #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:11 PM EST

A2 REFLECT #ditchbook

ToddShriver Dec 1 @ 10:11 PM EST

#ditchbook Expectations! I hold myself to a level and ask my students the same.

jmattmiller - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:11 PM EST

A2: One year, my word was "voice" https://t.co/qvwfU3c1GG Another year, it was "create" https://t.co/c8MYGV42th #DitchBook

LeeAraoz Dec 1 @ 10:11 PM EST

A2: CHOICE #ditchbook

MistyMitchellm Dec 1 @ 10:11 PM EST

A2: empathy - if I can truly see myself through others I think I can give them my best. #ditchbook

MattPorricelli Dec 1 @ 10:12 PM EST

A1: Creates transparency and builds on the shared values of Ss, Ts & Ps #ditchbook

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:04 PM EST

Q1: What are the benefits of having a mission statement to guide your teaching? #ditchbook

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:12 PM EST

A2: I like my students to be "inspired"....whether to love grammar or reading...that's the goal! #ditchbook

MrPowley Dec 1 @ 10:12 PM EST

A2 choice #ditchbook

Ryan7Read Dec 1 @ 10:12 PM EST

Backwards see the main picture then work backwards for Ss to learn forward #ditchbook

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:12 PM EST

Some excellent words being thrown around tonight! I love this question, #ditchbook

iCoder1978 Dec 1 @ 10:12 PM EST

A2: Purpose. If that is addressed with conviction and right intent the rest tends to follow well. #ditchbook

In reply to @emosier3

sharon_wroble Dec 1 @ 10:12 PM EST

#ditchbook A2: Flexibility

Miss_Lievens Dec 1 @ 10:13 PM EST

A2: So hard to pick just one! I'd have to say collaboration ! Love when Ss have a chance to work together! #ditchbook

SPXHamDawg Dec 1 @ 10:13 PM EST

A2 Laugh! #ditchbook

SalemTechEd Dec 1 @ 10:13 PM EST

A2:excitement #ditchbook

MrsMeganMorgan Dec 1 @ 10:13 PM EST

wouldn't miss it. Computer is slowing my style #ditchbook

In reply to @emosier3

crossbraining Dec 1 @ 10:13 PM EST

A2 Joy #ditchbook

zonie71 Dec 1 @ 10:13 PM EST

Krista, 5th grade teacher from SE Michigan -- jumping in late -- Happy December, everyone!! #ditchbook

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:13 PM EST

This could definitely work well with Ts, too! What say you @JenVanFleet and @MrsMeganMorgan - we should have CTT's or something! #ditchbook

Miss_Lievens Dec 1 @ 10:13 PM EST

A2: So hard to pick just one! I'd have to say collaboration ! Love when Ss have a chance to work together! #ditchbook

MrsCookWHS Dec 1 @ 10:13 PM EST

A2: I bought canvases to paint 8 "missional" words to hang in my classroom. Goes perfectly with this mission statement idea! #ditchbook

JenVanFleet Dec 1 @ 10:14 PM EST

Well played, sir. #ditchbook

In reply to @SPXHamDawg

zonie71 Dec 1 @ 10:14 PM EST

A1: Try. You don't get anything from doing nothing. Try something. #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:14 PM EST

I used to work on a computer like that one! #DitchBook

In reply to @MrsMeganMorgan

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:14 PM EST

Krista!! Happy to have you here tonight! Welcome to #ditchbook

In reply to @zonie71

craigklement - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:14 PM EST

having fun does make learning more memorable and meaningful! Love it! #ditchbook

In reply to @SPXHamDawg

spiraledu Dec 1 @ 10:14 PM EST

IDENTITY #ditchbook how is what they are learning reflect back to who they are and who they will become

MattPorricelli Dec 1 @ 10:14 PM EST

A2: Student-Led (is a hyphen cheating?) #ditchbook

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:15 PM EST

I LOVE the idea of the personal connection to Ss. Certinaly makes it relevant and allows lesson to be more engaging! #ditchbook

spiraledu Dec 1 @ 10:14 PM EST

IDENTITY #ditchbook how is what they are learning reflect back to who they are and who they will become

rachelmarker Dec 1 @ 10:15 PM EST

A2 Make mistakes! (I know, 2 words!) #ditchbook

MrsMeganMorgan Dec 1 @ 10:15 PM EST

it's becoming easier to use my phone instead of mine #ditchbook

In reply to @jmattmiller

rachelmarker Dec 1 @ 10:15 PM EST

LOVE that you're posting your blog posts for those words! #ditchbook

In reply to @jmattmiller

craigklement - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:15 PM EST

haha, not in my book #ditchbook

In reply to @MattPorricelli

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:15 PM EST

Since it's you, we'll let it slide, Rachel! @jmattmiller may have something else to say - he did wish for ONE word! #ditchbook

In reply to @rachelmarker, @jmattmiller

SPXHamDawg Dec 1 @ 10:16 PM EST

I believe...If we can laugh, especially at ourselves, learning will always follow. #ditchbook

In reply to @craigklement

cynthiaspec Dec 1 @ 10:16 PM EST

OUTCOME #techdisout #ditchbook

In reply to @emosier3

MissKrupp Dec 1 @ 10:16 PM EST

There are so many good ideas out! I really like the suggestion to keep choice in mind. #ditchbook

rachelmarker Dec 1 @ 10:16 PM EST

Very true. Ss need to know the purpose of what they're doing/learning. Context is key! #ditchbook

In reply to @iCoder1978, @emosier3

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:16 PM EST

Hey Rebecca! I think I missed welcoming you earlier! Happy to have you join us here at #ditchbook

In reply to @MissKrupp

MrsMeganMorgan Dec 1 @ 10:16 PM EST

@Miss_Lievens #DitchBook #ctt

In reply to @emosier3, @JenVanFleet, @Miss_Lievens

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:17 PM EST

Q3: How do you ensure that your mission statement focuses your instruction? #ditchbook

zonie71 Dec 1 @ 10:17 PM EST

Hi, Evan! It's great to be here! It's been a while! #ditchbook

rachelmarker Dec 1 @ 10:17 PM EST

Yes! Shut them down with a red pen or a score/grade, and the learning's over. #ditchbook

In reply to @Ryan7Read

TheMrsComp Dec 1 @ 10:17 PM EST

you made my day!! 😍 thanks so much.. Have to give credit to my girl @ellencol. Forever bringing all the goods. 👍🏻 #ditchbook

In reply to @jmattmiller, @ellencol

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:17 PM EST

That's a great thought as well, Matt! #ditchbook

MattPorricelli Dec 1 @ 10:17 PM EST

Instant relevance leads to instant engagement => ultimately leading to more powerful learning experiences!
In reply to @emosier3

rachelmarker Dec 1 @ 10:17 PM EST

Great one! Student *and* teacher flexibility! #ditchbook

In reply to @sharon_wroble

craigklement - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:18 PM EST

#ditchbook

In reply to @rachelmarker, @iCoder1978, @emosier3

Ryan7Read Dec 1 @ 10:18 PM EST

A3: if you aren't engaging your students then you need a new statement #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:18 PM EST

A3 Post it in your classroom somewhere where you will see it every day! #Ditchbook

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:18 PM EST

In case you missed it, #ditchbook

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:17 PM EST

Q3: How do you ensure that your mission statement focuses your instruction? #ditchbook

JenVanFleet Dec 1 @ 10:18 PM EST

A3: Know it, believe it, own it, live it. The mission is posted, referenced, and used as a compass in tricky waters. #ditchbook

MissKrupp Dec 1 @ 10:18 PM EST

A3 In my limited pre-service expereince, I would think that relfection is key to focusing instruction #ditchbook

rachelmarker Dec 1 @ 10:18 PM EST

A2: Laugh, Excitement and Joy all chosen by awesome #ditchbook pals tonight. LOVE it!

MrsMeganMorgan Dec 1 @ 10:19 PM EST

A3: keep it visible and let others knows so they can encourage you to stay the course #ditchbook

MistyMitchellm Dec 1 @ 10:19 PM EST

A3: I'm purposeful about NOT getting caught up in the RUSH of school. Force myself to remember I Teach kids not standards! #ditchbook

ToddShriver Dec 1 @ 10:19 PM EST

#ditchbook I rely on feedback from students and in my role now teachers. Not afraid to survey to gets positives and negative and evaluate.

MissKrupp Dec 1 @ 10:19 PM EST

A3 In my limited pre-service expereince, I would think that reflection is key to focusing instruction #ditchbook

rachelmarker Dec 1 @ 10:19 PM EST

Can't say I love that guy making a cameo in #ditchbook tonight! :)

In reply to @craigklement, @iCoder1978, @emosier3

TTmomTT - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:19 PM EST

A3: Keeping your mission statement in the front of your mind makes sure you keep what is important at the front of learning. #ditchbook

Miss_Lievens Dec 1 @ 10:19 PM EST

A3: Refer to it often! If you do it enough you won't be able to stray away from it! It just becomes PART of your instruction! #ditchbook

SPXHamDawg Dec 1 @ 10:19 PM EST

A3 Just ask the students...they'll tell you...with brutal honesty #ditchbook

rachelmarker Dec 1 @ 10:19 PM EST

Yay, Krista's here!!!! #ditchbook

In reply to @zonie71

craigklement - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:20 PM EST

A3: I try to reflect on everything. A mission statement gives you a reference point when reflecting #ditchbook

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:20 PM EST

A3: This serves as the "guiding principal" behind your purpose as a T! Has to be there to own teaching and planning! #ditchbook

rachelmarker Dec 1 @ 10:20 PM EST

A3 Make it visible. Where you plan. Where you reflect. Where students see it and know it. #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:20 PM EST

Reflection is the key to growth! #ditchbook

In reply to @craigklement

cynthiaspec Dec 1 @ 10:20 PM EST

stick closely to it, but sometimes having to go out of the box #techdisout #ditchbook

In reply to @emosier3

cheffernan75 Dec 1 @ 10:21 PM EST

A3 Make your mission statement something that your truly buy into - not just what sounds good #ditchbook

jmattmiller - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:21 PM EST

A3: Something as simple as posting your mission statement on a monitor or on your desk. Or on your podium. #DitchBook

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:21 PM EST

I really enjoy seeing the reflections and ownership points to the focus of the statement! Great ideas, #ditchbook

MattPorricelli Dec 1 @ 10:21 PM EST

A3: Listen to Ss - #stuvoice can be the best reflection - do they feel the brand promise is matching the brand experience #ditchbook

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:17 PM EST

Q3: How do you ensure that your mission statement focuses your instruction? #ditchbook

SalemTechEd Dec 1 @ 10:21 PM EST

A3: By studying the energy of the room. Loud and focused is good. #ditchbook

MrsMeganMorgan Dec 1 @ 10:21 PM EST

#truth. I think that's why clear mission statement is key #ditchbook

In reply to @Miss_Lievens

rachelmarker Dec 1 @ 10:21 PM EST

"Used as a compass." Excellent! It should be a true guide. #ditchbook

JenVanFleet Dec 1 @ 10:18 PM EST

A3: Know it, believe it, own it, live it. The mission is posted, referenced, and used as a compass in tricky waters. #ditchbook

sharon_wroble Dec 1 @ 10:21 PM EST

#ditchbook A3: Reflection is so important for teachers to do and the students

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:21 PM EST

For teacher AND for building! #ditchbook

MrsMeganMorgan Dec 1 @ 10:21 PM EST

#truth. I think that's why clear mission statement is key #ditchbook
In reply to @Miss_Lievens

TTmomTT - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:21 PM EST

Very good point. #ditchbook

cheffernan75 Dec 1 @ 10:21 PM EST

A3 Make your mission statement something that your truly buy into - not just what sounds good #ditchbook

rachelmarker Dec 1 @ 10:22 PM EST

This is great. It's so easy to let the RUSH of school own us. Nice, Misty! #ditchbook

MistyMitchellm Dec 1 @ 10:19 PM EST

A3: I'm purposeful about NOT getting caught up in the RUSH of school. Force myself to remember I Teach kids not standards! #ditchbook

MrsMeganMorgan Dec 1 @ 10:22 PM EST

@Miss_Lievens Mission statement is only as good as the actions that goes with it. #ditchbook

In reply to @emosier3, @Miss_Lievens

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:23 PM EST

Q4: How can your classroom mission DITCH a traditional setting? #ditchbook D-Different I -Innovative T -Tech-Laden C -Creative H-Hands- on

rachelmarker Dec 1 @ 10:23 PM EST

YES! You're #nailingit already, and only in your pre-service year! Woot! #ditchbook

In reply to @MissKrupp

epatnoudes Dec 1 @ 10:23 PM EST

The Next Big Thing in #Edtech is Here https://t.co/rc3B0ONatU via @YouTube #cueiec #ditchbook #arkedchat #moedchat #edchat #elearning

In reply to @YouTube

SEANJFAHEY Dec 1 @ 10:23 PM EST

A3 create an easy to remember, easy to use acronym. My favorite is D.I.T.C.H 😉#ditchbook

rachelmarker Dec 1 @ 10:24 PM EST

Mission statements serve as *our* anchor charts that we return to in reflection & planning. #ditchbook

craigklement - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:20 PM EST

A3: I try to reflect on everything. A mission statement gives you a reference point when reflecting #ditchbook

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:24 PM EST

You're as much a visionary as you said I was, Sean! Great thinking! #ditchbook

SEANJFAHEY Dec 1 @ 10:23 PM EST

A3 create an easy to remember, easy to use acronym. My favorite is D.I.T.C.H 😉#ditchbook

rachelmarker Dec 1 @ 10:24 PM EST

Reflection is essential. We must make it a part of all student learning. It's how we all grow, right? #ditchbook

In reply to @MissKrupp

Ryan7Read Dec 1 @ 10:24 PM EST

Heading to bed. Final share have a great night https://t.co/oVhQKvjWW6 #ditchbook

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:25 PM EST

Thanks for joining us, Ryan! I appreciate your thoughts to #ditchbook tonight!

Ryan7Read Dec 1 @ 10:24 PM EST

Heading to bed. Final share have a great night https://t.co/oVhQKvjWW6 #ditchbook

sharon_wroble Dec 1 @ 10:25 PM EST

#ditchbook A:4 Observe the way your students learn best don't assume strategies used last year will work the next

Miss_Lievens Dec 1 @ 10:25 PM EST

A4: No statements are the same. Makes each room unique and creative. Use the creativity of your Ss to create he mission together #ditchbook

cheffernan75 Dec 1 @ 10:25 PM EST

A4 After seeing other Ts today, I want to pull all chairs from the classroom at times and make Ss walk and talk & collaborate! #ditchbook

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:23 PM EST

Q4: How can your classroom mission DITCH a traditional setting? #ditchbook D-Different I -Innovative T -Tech-Laden C -Creative H-Hands- on

MistyMitchellm Dec 1 @ 10:25 PM EST

I see what u did there.. #ditchbook

In reply to @SEANJFAHEY

JenVanFleet Dec 1 @ 10:26 PM EST

Q4: Get in and get messy. Know your Ss and Ts not just on paper but true essence. Use your art to craft their learning spaces. #ditchbook

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:26 PM EST

Great idea! I like the idea of students moving, collaborating, and thinking! #ditchbook

cheffernan75 Dec 1 @ 10:25 PM EST
A4 After seeing other Ts today, I want to pull all chairs from the classroom at times and make Ss walk and talk & collaborate! #ditchbook
- emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:23 PM EST
  
  Q4: How can your classroom mission DITCH a traditional setting? #ditchbook D-Different I -Innovative T -Tech-Laden C -Creative H-Hands- on

rachelmarker Dec 1 @ 10:26 PM EST

A4 A #growthmindset mission statement can include all of the DITCH elements! #ditchbook

KarlyMoura - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:26 PM EST

Ohhhhhhhh hmmmm I wonder if PIRATE is taken yet??? ;) @burgessdave =) #ditchbook

In reply to @burgessdave

SEANJFAHEY Dec 1 @ 10:23 PM EST

A3 create an easy to remember, easy to use acronym. My favorite is D.I.T.C.H 😉#ditchbook

wpmsad Dec 1 @ 10:26 PM EST

A4: I stacked the chairs on made them sit on the floor or stand today! #ditchbook

cheffernan75 Dec 1 @ 10:25 PM EST
A4 After seeing other Ts today, I want to pull all chairs from the classroom at times and make Ss walk and talk & collaborate! #ditchbook
- emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:23 PM EST
  
  Q4: How can your classroom mission DITCH a traditional setting? #ditchbook D-Different I -Innovative T -Tech-Laden C -Creative H-Hands- on

Ryan7Read Dec 1 @ 10:26 PM EST

@DonorsChoose anyone time love my #ditchbook group

In reply to @emosier3, @DonorsChoose

TTmomTT - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:26 PM EST

Sean is always yellow nosing up to @TTmomTT #ditchbook

In reply to @MistyMitchellm, @SEANJFAHEY, @TTmomTT

SEANJFAHEY Dec 1 @ 10:27 PM EST

bahahaha!!!! 😂😂😂 #ditchbook

In reply to @KarlyMoura

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:27 PM EST

"Yellow nosing" - I see what you did there and I like it!!! Nice work, Mandi! #ditchbook

TTmomTT - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:26 PM EST

Sean is always yellow nosing up to @TTmomTT #ditchbook
In reply to @MistyMitchellm, @SEANJFAHEY, @TTmomTT

KarlyMoura - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:27 PM EST

A4 If you reflect often part of that is reflecting from the viewpoint of the students. That will ensure a DITCH mindset. #Ditchbook

MissKrupp Dec 1 @ 10:27 PM EST

A4: Never be complacent- there is ALWAYS room to improve! #ditchbook

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:23 PM EST

Q4: How can your classroom mission DITCH a traditional setting? #ditchbook D-Different I -Innovative T -Tech-Laden C -Creative H-Hands- on

rachelmarker Dec 1 @ 10:27 PM EST

Help @Ryan7Read get Dash and Dot into his classroom! #kidsdeserveit #ditchbook

In reply to @Ryan7Read

Ryan7Read Dec 1 @ 10:24 PM EST

Heading to bed. Final share have a great night https://t.co/oVhQKvjWW6 #ditchbook

cheffernan75 Dec 1 @ 10:27 PM EST

great minds Doug! #ditchbook

In reply to @wpmsad

jmattmiller - Moderator Dec 1 @ 10:27 PM EST

Ha ... yellow nosing! #DitchBook

In reply to @TTmomTT, @MistyMitchellm, @SEANJFAHEY

SalemTechEd Dec 1 @ 10:27 PM EST

A4: Students are moving, creating, helping, failing #ditchbook

cynthiaspec Dec 1 @ 10:27 PM EST

going back thinking outside the box in order to engage student at the same time getting point across #techdisout #ditchbook

In reply to @emosier3

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:28 PM EST

This is a key point that all Ts can remember....never settle and always be willing to accept change and try new things! #ditchbook

MissKrupp Dec 1 @ 10:27 PM EST
A4: Never be complacent- there is ALWAYS room to improve! #ditchbook
- emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:23 PM EST
  
  Q4: How can your classroom mission DITCH a traditional setting? #ditchbook D-Different I -Innovative T -Tech-Laden C -Creative H-Hands- on

crossbraining Dec 1 @ 10:28 PM EST

Capture and share the learning process through 35-40 second student made videos #ditchbook

MistyMitchellm Dec 1 @ 10:28 PM EST

A4: statement centered around Ss and Ts I help learn! all the letters in acronym apply. I try to do what's best for them always. #ditchbook

rachelmarker Dec 1 @ 10:28 PM EST

BOOM! Involve your Ss in the creation of your mission statement! #ditchbook

Miss_Lievens Dec 1 @ 10:25 PM EST

A4: No statements are the same. Makes each room unique and creative. Use the creativity of your Ss to create he mission together #ditchbook

wpmsad Dec 1 @ 10:28 PM EST

Oh yeah! #ditchbook

In reply to @cheffernan75

ConsultJodi Dec 1 @ 10:29 PM EST

I taught #JuniorAchievement today. The students didn't know how to collaborate. So, I taught them. #ditchbook

MistyMitchellm Dec 1 @ 10:29 PM EST

#ditchbook

In reply to @TTmomTT, @SEANJFAHEY

SPXHamDawg Dec 1 @ 10:29 PM EST

A4 Tough one, the new tradition becomes not so always traditional. "Always changing yet always the same"Does that make sense?#ditchbook

emosier3 Dec 1 @ 10:29 PM EST

That could have been your "ONE word" for the day! #ditchbook Great choice, Jodi!

ConsultJodi Dec 1 @ 10:29 PM EST

I taught #JuniorAchievement today. The students didn't know how to collaborate. So, I taught them. #ditchbook

MrsMeganMorgan Dec 1 @ 10:29 PM EST

A4: the key is to take risk and try something new Learning is messy. When it become neat, learning is gone #ditchbook