#digitaledchat Archive
#digitaledchat is a global twitter chat that covers almost everything and anything to do with modern learning, educational technology and learning spaces. Contributors are often from all over the world and new participants are always welcome to take part!
Monday August 29, 2016
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Hi all! Marco from Sydney here!
Could not do without tweetdeck!
Hi mate, great to have you on deck!
There's no real way to stay with the chat fully though... ready for an hour of crazy typing
Hi Marco, well done on your first . You nailed it!
Cheers - Sports Day so no classes today
throwing caution to the wind, & using phone cos I can't be bothered getting up
Always value your support and words!
Hi, Melanie from Tauranga. 2nd in a row that I’ve made it to. Yay!
Hi guys - Mike from Hamilton, NZ here
Good on you! Stay with us.
Hi All, Adam here, HS Bio teacher in Bangkok
Good evening all, Georgia, First Year, Health & PE, MDTA, Auckland, NZ :)
Hi This is Michael tweeting from sunny Auckland.
Welcome on board Michael!
Hi and all. . Patricia here from AKL NZ
Back from hols and looking forward to chatting. Hi from Alice Springs
Great to have you with us!
Hi all. Matt from Perth. 'Fresh' from a day of learning. I'll be driving soon. I'll stop tweeting then for a bit!
Hi Sophie from chch 2nd for me too!
Hi Sue, it's the A team tonight!
Sound decision! Great to have you with us. BTW you site rocks!
From small country HS don't use dig tech as much as I would like
hi everyone. Heather here from the far north
Welcome as always Patricia!
My second and I'm intrigued by the topic! An ongoing debate..
One of the legends and a huge mentor for me!
always looking forward to it
Hi all! Heather from Wollongong here
Lisa in Canberra. Good evening all
Hi all! Steph from Auckland, NZ
Hi Lisa, always value your views!
Hello, Myles here from 'Parts Unknown, South Taranaki looking for an exciting and engaging
A1: ICQ, MSN Messenger, MySpace.... Anything that people use to connect online
Hi guys, this is my first ! I'm Chelsea, first year tchr of yr7/8s in GI, Akl, NZ . In the MDTA
I can't type awesome fast enough re your site!
Your voice is as equal as everyone's!
A1: Social media is anything that allows collaboration (whether it be positive or negative) and the dissemination of info.
A1 So the connect part is key?
A1 Digital platforms for social, educ, cultural. interaction
The dark side of me thinks of Animal Farm when you say this...
Nice A1 Key word- collaboration.
A1: Any site that allows people to network, connect, share
A1 online tools that we connect with others through, fast, convenient, fun
Q1 Platforms that allow individuals to share content and engage in social interactions/networking
A1. Site designed for people to share info
Nice, for so early in the chat!
A1 online spaces where people can post themselves and engage with what others have posted
A1: SM is any application with the ability to share, comment on or collect information. If it connects people it's SM.
Great that you could make it Chelsea
Well, some SM is all about bragging about how great your life is, but essentially the idea is to connect
Welcome Nicola, love the "share" reference!
A1 Anything that is posted online I think. Doesn't have to be connected or collaborative.
Hey-o, Roxanne from Melbourne.
A1 (Googled): websites and applications that enable users to create and share content or to participate in social networking.
Q1 - always changing, any platform where you engage, share and build content with others
Interaction is a perfect word for defining social media!
A1 Any media/tool/app which allows easy interaction between users, either synchronously or asynchronously
A1: Any online website/app which connects you to a global audience
So true. Great thing is there are platforms like when authenticity reigns.
So true. Great thing is there are platforms like when authenticity reigns.
A1: Sharing of experiences.
Great point Tiffany, I change SM preferences quite often! A1
That's all the Web 2.0 tools! all about interaction :D
A1 a place to connect & collaborate quickly also a place for reflection
A1 - I think the key words are online places where people can 'share & participate’ https://t.co/pWpQ1mjMMt
A1 (Googled): websites and applications that enable users to create and share content or to participate in social networking.
That positive/negative dichotomy is where things get interesting. part of our jobs is to figure out which is which
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A1 SoMe - tools that allow communication, collaboration, collating & sharing of info.
A1 any way to collaborate online, to make the world a closer place
Yes to filter through and teach the way to utilise the technology for the best use?
A1 Breaking it down; media being video, text, audio, pics and sharing these w people you have vague connections to!
A1 any way of communicating using an online platform
Exactly, and sometimes it's never clear which is which.
A1, and for sharing cat videos 😜
Nice share. Just checked it out, looks pretty cool.
A1 - I think they are places to grow and discover
yip. Can't stop the younguns from using the FB, but we can teach them how to use +vely
I like the use of the word tool, one of many ways to connect but just on tool of many
A1: SM are online spaces where people can connect, interact, share stories, experiences and media
do connections become vague digitally? Where I live some of my strongest connections are my online PLN
A1 need to investigate SoMe
Excellent point, must be fir for purpose.
Oh my. I am a member of too many of these! Is that why my husband gets mad at me? 😬
What is PL? Professional Learning? Any platform can be PL, depends how it is utilised and engaged with
Participate Learning is another good site
Or debating the colour of a dress
A1, digital connection/space to learn information in a variety of formats
excellent post, love the teaming involved.
In an ideal world - but too many people get pulled into the dark side of social media
Nice thing is that the Twitter chat hashtags are automatically appended.
A1 & Twitter is a good example with a connection to one’s Blog
Great post and welcome back Sir! A1
and they were all 11 and 12 years old... one had a FB account with him as 60!
I suppose it depends how you engage with them, and whether you are using your time effectively! :)
Kia ora Running late tonight- family celebration!
Just noticed that. Good to have alternatives to
Will be checking that out! Thanks for the tip
a great way to share your day with a selected group not the world
Like the communicating reference! Welcome BTW as always.
Couldn't agree more - don't you think as teachers that makes as better as more accountable?
Hey team running late! Great to be here!
A2 - collaborating - but the purpose needs to be learning rather than social?
A1 plus & found both to be essessential in sharing content across platforms
Late note please! LOL Great to have your contributions as always.
Hey jumping in late -again -sorry :/
I'm late, but i'm here! :) Jen from kids are cranky land
Facebragging and all that stuff. Painting an unrealistic picture of life
A2 Collaboration, reflection & feedback can be in the moment and across distances
Excellent share Chris and great to have you on deck!
A2 the benefits of using social media in school is instant connection in the world that our learners are using
A2. Student and parent engagement. Gives ss audience
nice to see you back! Have you met and
LOL. that's in NSW isn't it? Great you've made it.
LOL. that's in NSW isn't it? Great you've made it.
Agreed.But I think sometimes we can be guilty of always looking for this online-what about convos/conferences?
I find personally that I improve as a result of SM
A2: It allows them to connect and collaborate (often in a medium they find interesting).
A2 interaction with outside world, different perspectives and opinions, collbration & opening world up not limited by 4 walls
A2 collaboration with others outside their school environment
A1 including those that are in the future - platforms are ever evolving
A2 Connecting & collaborating in a positive way. Learning from each other the sharing of ideas & a wider audience.
A2 Connecting more authentic ways, learning +ve ways of using a tool they'd use anyway, making the Ts seem "cool"
Can't be late to not with your awesome support.
Can't be late to not with your awesome support.
A2 Make global connections, have their work reach an authentic audience, learn to use social media safely & postively
I think it is a global location, but in my case its in NSW
A2: Functioning and being citicens in cyber space
. A2. Connections locally & globally as well as different ways, methods of learning & experts or people to learn from
Like the need for SM to be two-way sharing.
Yes but sometimes as teachers we can be reluctant for that feedback?
But isn't learning social skills valuable as well? Where is the line between social/learning?
A2, social media is an authentic audience // learning tool // and an integrated format to connect with the world around them.
Q1&2. Social Media has been labeled badly, high speed communication of learning can only be positive! The rest is learning!
I would say collaboration IS social but yes focus need to be on the learning
a2 - an opportunity to learn "digital responsibility" in a safe(ish) environment
I'm laughing but know how hard it can be!
A2 don't use SM in school due to perceptions and lack of access to tech find audience through community
Great point and welcome Mark.
A2 learning to negotiate an ever evolving digital landscape in a safe, fairly controlled environment. Support when goes bad
Apologies but I can't make it tonight. Happy chatting.
Thanks Chris,I love Prezi! Not going to lie was just a quick cheeky Google Image Search of SM! :)
This is key, the thinking guides the SM and not the other way around.
Agree, though things like create opportunities for social interaction between cultures https://t.co/4fGMojhxH2
A2 - collaborating - but the purpose needs to be learning rather than social?
engagement and speaking their language!
A2: Benefits of using SM in school - learn in a safe enviro. May also use SM for social action
One might say it even gives them a purpose for writing
That's today's smart and today's reference list!
Teachers & students learning together.
Hi We are starting new school year and are discussing this, too. A2-collaboration & feedback is important
A2 audience, connection, ability to model positive use, authentic
A2: Having them connected in a positive manner, teaching them the skills for the future
- especially true when used in the classroom! Also, nice for kids to have realtime feedback on interests.
Yep, and online bullying, addiction and so on.
I've seen amazing motivation to write in blogs though it did wane over time
Great honesty Melanie and welcome!
and with ppl who are interested in the same things. Helps them find THEIR tribe
. Also connections with family & community. Can share learning with whanau . They can connect with Ss learning journeys
Great to have you on deck. Write your thinking, IMO that's the best sharing & learning.
A2 Social media gives ss access to global, real world audiences, provides context and diff perspectives
thought you would. Don't have bitmoji downloaded on my new phone so have to make up with gifs 😂😂
that is perhaps a topic we can address this evening :)
Q2: pretty new to SM in the class. Envision Twitter # a way to reflect on a lesson but wonder about what else S could see?
wellbeing is also in our job description - social fits there
totally agree! Nothing more meaningful that a real audience!
A2 Suddenly living in NZ doesn't feel so small for them. Breaking down the walls.
Thanks for sharing this. My first hear of
A2 Nice. Hence why some Ts struggle with not owning the students & content anymore.
an excellent image nevertheless
A2) Collaboration, interaction with other students across the world, engaging with content in a variety of ways.. same as us?
Exactly - gives opportunities for modelling dig cit & how get the bestfrom social media while avoiding negatives
I think so I think once your open to it, nothing but good things can come
definitely from the get go. Ss need to know how to handle/balance all situations
true sometimes the easiest connection for families - something familiar
Great point, we learn faster and better IMO via authenticity and live learning.
I think social media can be a bit of a bogey man to ts, too to be fair.
Agree with using +ve ways. Better to teach to use responsibly than to ban as some schools do https://t.co/NW5uzQ4jzD
A2 Connecting more authentic ways, learning +ve ways of using a tool they'd use anyway, making the Ts seem "cool"
Both I guess, depends you can filter through, not everything works for you of course
This is true, we can access anywhere, anytime!
Fair enough, but many write off the ed benefits of SM without trying or evidence.
fully agree. No boundries
A2 - A benefit can be faster access to information, news, help and resources
A2: collaboration, anytime, anywhere!
Found Ss social media lessen social skills e.g. meaningful interactions & Qs- 'all about me'
A2. Teachers have to be ready for massive change. Very immediate response so need students ready 2 create questions!
A2 Nice point. I can't remember the last time I watch the news at 6pm!
opening classrooms in a way virtually unthinkable a few years ago
Follow - a kiwi based in Singapore. I think he invented it & helps people to set up mystery skypes.
thanks, great to be here as always
Thats true - I wouldn't ever use the paper anymore, except to light fires or collage
I agree, many won't see the change coming until it's too late!
exactly! So we should be giving Ss opportunities to experience this in the school setting
Oh I'm so not cool.... well maybe the kids think so, but what do they know? hahaha :D
yes, there has been a shift in how we spread and receive news
A2 Echoing the notion that students benefit from an authentic audience - social media provides that!
A2 gets them access to other students out of their isolated area
A2: Connect, flatten classrooms, learnfrom others around the world, collaborate
That's pretty awesome mindset.
Empathy was missing. Something that creates difficult situations for Ss
S disadvantages to social media in schools are T's not understanding the benefits
I know I have been guilty of it and still hear the SM is evil cry in the hallways
just need to be aware of time zones
Well put, we learn and share instantly globally and locally, no delay re good or bad, less filtering.
And an authentic audience - it is easy to click somewhere else, but those who stay are helpful for the learners!
oh, they know! I always believed in the power of the selfie too.
We could learn from how they use SM to connect, or observe and think about how we can help
. What do they still have it then lol?
Great point yet Ts would have an easier job with their students if they connected with SM.
A3: Comfortable with Status Quo
That's a great q, not sure...
A3 - haha well at the moment - access!
A3: Monitoring it and ensuring it is being used so that school time is best utilized. Bullying is rampant.
A3 Misuse. Out of school stuff dragged into school environment.
A3. Side tracking of task! From a student viewpoint.
A3: If used wrong, can cause some severe social, emotional problems.
is now trending in New Zealand, ranking 3
Great point, safety of students must come before learning. A3
A3 - there maybe some Ts who feel intimidated or unsure - blocking their students from the opportunity to connect globally
A3 Social Media used in a negative way: fights, bullying, inappropirate material... sigh...
A3 some t don't see purpose to use tech, fear of not knowing/giving over power to ss
We just banned Cosmic Shells - because that will teach them to share/use things responsibly
Love it but so true...sadly!
A3 They're the same as the disadvantages outside school except in school we can guide Ss in responsible use
Penny from Melbourne joining in late to . take a look - students and the topic tonight.
A3 - A lack of understanding by others who don't engage in social media with students. Engaging with the 'blockers' is key
But is it too much one way sharing? How can we create meaningful interactions that grow Ss social skills?
Some Ss IMO do struggle to ever understand the dangers of their actions.
I remember when we had to watch TV or get the newspaper for "breaking news"
Is it right that Youtube is banned in every state School in NSW?
A3: bad reputation with cyber bullying
could use cosmic shells as a good 'live' visual for how to responsibly share on SM? https://t.co/7ciJVlb6Xy
We just banned Cosmic Shells - because that will teach them to share/use things responsibly
A3. Students have access to so much- may not always be "safe". We needto teach dig cit
Yes I agree the permanent nature of it all and how its there and out in the domain
That's why we are really tight on FB in school, 50/50 on this one in schools TBH.
A3 Schools that ban it outright at 1st sign of inappropriate use. Parents not seeing value.
A1 is interaction via internet. Facebook / Twitter / Instagram / YouTube etc. Discussion forums too.
A3: SM disadvantages for Ss - spontaneous decisions can lead to mistakes. Scaffolding and practice are important
A3. Bullying can be another problem?
These are things that could have happened prior to social media too though
A3: Seen as platforms to hang around not to learn
A3 - access, tch understanding, tch how to use rather than simply expect all to know, parent perception bullying
Why is prepping students well through Cyber Smart & using technology often as possible! https://t.co/lA9Mu5v1uS
A2: Having them connected in a positive manner, teaching them the skills for the future
.Our sch prob is Ss not connected at home. Low decile sm sch lack of funds to get keep devices up to date.Ss cant afford own
Some Ts don't understand either IMO, once out there impossible to return!
And more desirable - potential to misuse becomes greater.
I would be lost teaching Science without Youtube!
I saw no problem, was SMT decision without asking Ts of how we could use as learning tool (same with SM, I bet)
These are not new problems that arrived with social media though...
Yes and I think thats an understatement
They do a great job on competencies and citizenship!
agreed! imagine designing a course based on how to use the powers of SM for good rather than evil! https://t.co/tTtEgaURk3
A3: Seen as platforms to hang around not to learn
A2 Using Twitter at uni enables interaction between Ss and Ts. Great when a S finds great image to include in a lecture!
a3 Little mistakes can become big, public mistakes v quickly. Explicit teaching of Digital Citizenship is essential.
A brilliant point that is often missed by tech-adverse Ts. https://t.co/QGUZ3rLolZ
These are not new problems that arrived with social media though...
no but like information they are more instant, we had ss organising fights with c/phones in past
A3, just shared a blog that I wrote about helping Sts with digital blindspots (a social media disadvantage for Sts)
Wow - that's very silly. Use Youtube all the time!
A3 Distraction, bullying, mob mentality, LCD thinking
This inequity is a real issue
Yep. Its an ongoing thing really. New evils crawling out of SM all the time.
A3 Age is a disadvantage in primary school. It's not like they don't all have accounts at home. YouTube channels are in ATM
That's where Periscope and FB live are such potential mindfields!
A3) DISTRACTIONS... Snapchatting with filters, Instagramming their lunch, Facebook Living their class!
A3 Ss may become distracted from task and click around. Also equity of access. Established expectations help.
So it is banned Tiffany, state wide?
:( They need to get onboard! get them to join the next to see the benefits! https://t.co/KPR9Rf4Fjm
I saw no problem, was SMT decision without asking Ts of how we could use as learning tool (same with SM, I bet)
Social media amplifies platform exponentially though
Manysuccessful athletes tend to feel this way, that's what drives them
Ss need to see it as a privilege not an entitlement in schools, for learning.
A3 not always easy to respond / clear up misinformation, Sts & Ts need to think about tone online, easy to misinterpret
A3 disadvantages many that's why important to model and direct in positive ways
A2 it allows for greater collaboration and sharing of ideas
Does it what! One error goes global just as fast as local!
I've found live tweeting conferences a great way to network prior to conf & at it.
& used well they are an awesome record of learning!
A3 Students can become easily sidetracked and get off task
I've started to do likewise and also at sports events.
My Ss don't use much. Some are actually on twitter (y3/4) they know of FB, but not much else beyond blogs
Teachers have access in Vic, but not Ss.
A3. Distraction, whole world one click away. Studies show time "speeds up" in front of a screen. Reading time slows down
Social media is distracting? Give a kid a pen & paper, soon you will have naughts and crosses. It's the pedagogy that counts
A3 what does the research suggest?
Yes I would agree that when they are well utilized its one of the best teaching/information tools
Good point but not necessarily a new prob? Ts need to be watchful and monitor use.
The kids that were into fighting just used word of mouth back in my day! ;)
Less thinking time. Disadvantage for everyone, I'd say but we learn to adapt to new social mores/conventions
Thanks for clarifying that Roxanne
Good thoughts. And very true. You have to work twice as hard to engage them/capture their mind. Good points.
Many schools miss the need for this until too late, .
uggh, snapchat could be a nightmare in a class!
Hi everyone excited for my first Ed chat
Definitely. Easy to miss the ppl around you for the 1s and 0s coming through on the smartphone
A4: Ss are free to use SM outside of school time. Can't use it in class/at school. Ts and Ss can't communicate via SM.
Yes! Same here but more able to co-ordinate it now with better technology, sigh, although not here
True. But I do agree with age appropriate use of SM. Wouldn’t use FB, over-13 SM with primary chn https://t.co/VGpkWEFIun
A3 Age is a disadvantage in primary school. It's not like they don't all have accounts at home. YouTube channels are in ATM
Great call and LOL throwback but impact was local.
Power of written world capable of going global. Ss need 2understand pros&cons. Hard when lack of social skills
A3 Social media only widens the divide between what matters to kids, and what they are forced to do at (most) schools.
true, but social media is more engaging than naughts and crosses :)
Unfortunately in school its banned, out of school it's restricted to edutech only platforms like edmodo
YES! Concrete examples help. Show sarcasm example and see if Ss recognize the problem.
Fuzzy line there. Do I need a class account to share Ss work? My private account is all edu anyway!
Should SM be age/maturity dependent?
A3: Changing mindset of embracing the possibilities and preparing/teaching S to cope rather than worrying about the dangers
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think this is common practice
Not sure about banning platforms as first default, students will use anyhow via own data or secretly.
A4: Very catious. I am the adventurous one doing Skype, GHO, Voice Thread, with other schs around the world
A4 Conservative - we are trying to minimise it so it does not have any negative impact on students
Wow! Disappear for 5 mins & so much to catch up on! A2 sharing ideas, thoughts & info, learn to be concise.
absolutely has to be an ongoing learning conversation lots of scenarios that Ts & Sts debate/discuss
A4. We have clear blogging policies. No st name with pics. Used to use Twitter with older ss but now with yr 1-3
and before that it was paper notes, or word of mouth. Maybe lag time is good, though
NO way. We need to develop SOCIAL digital literacy skills. New skills set for new tools.
. Many of my Ss just started sch so dont use internet unsupervised. Guided/monitored so learn responsibility.Risky otherwise
I think giving strict guidance on a time frame and what they need to achieve helps to keep them focused
A4 don't know for certain, but I assume banned. Tech not used a lot. AMOS fbook & Insta banned. Twitter in class only.
Thanks for the share. This looks great.
Gives time to think before heading behind the bikesheds!
age definitely. SS need to abide by t&c
I think/hope I see less poor SM choices and cyberbullying than I did 5 years ago? Greater awareness maybe
A4: Banned. Not to be used. I think more to discourage misuse and simplify tech use. I think teaching responsible is better.
A4: No SM in school time. Ss can get in trouble for chatting to each other via google chat, let alone anything else out there
Yes I think so, and those recording it and then posting it. :(
Great post, this is key with reducing any off-task behaviour.
True. Pinterest would be a great insight into learning. And my Ss are excellent photogs, Flickr is missing out!
A4 A tool for learning but Ss not using SM 2 full potential, more teaching to do tho. lucky to be in future focused enviro
A4 Twice (out of two) I've had the school I was at turn instant messaging as soon as I left... social media, no chance!
That's what worries me the most!
Awesome to see you Laura!
A2 great opportunity to communicate with others outside your normal community & develop relationships
So true! I have found this recently - puts names to faces and starts F2F conversations
probably, also Ss having grown up with it, Parents more aware of prepping for it
This is fair and reasonable IMO.
I figure covered via usual sharing of work agreements
A4 I tch primary but my school went to Y13. Secondary tchrs cd set up a professional FB account to communicate w students
I'm curious to see how people use social media in their maths classes
So glad I teach primary...
A4. We also use for ss to share learning with parents and grandparents.
Gotta fly thanx for chat lots of learning for me....the power of SM!!!
Nice response. Ss need to be trained, well put!
A4, Belief & Action are 2 different perspectives. We want Ss using it. Need to see more of a shift to action w social media.
we had some Ss report out during class on social media and their responses were insightful & positive to peers
I think in the UK preventing access in school is pretty much mandatory I'm afraid
A4. The majors are pretty much banned but the closed "controlled" platforms are fine eg OneNote https://t.co/L2MbvvhEqS
Mine were Primary in a previous workplace (Intermediate)
HS students doesn't always make for mature ones, trust me!
It can be - until you start jumping in them and ruining their snaps or talking over their videos :P
A4 Up tp the discretion of individual Ts - no SM platforms banned
Saw Dean Beadle at workshop today. What a cool guy!
A4 - using gov platforms allowed not public platforms
back to school and these early mornings! I've avoided this all summer 😎
A4 Schools don't just ban social media, they also ban the viral events that they spawn. Though planking was pretty stupid ;)
Great point, when something is banned, it becomes more attractive and "cool". IMO
A4 My sch has class twitter, blogs, school FB. Ss r 2young for their own accounts though, so don't really allow access at sch
I bet the students would love that Georgia
A4b, if you can't stop them, join them. although a negative entry perspective, it yielded positive results.
Love the "silver lining" philosophy!
A4: Even if schools ban/block sites students will find a way if they're interested
As always it's all about BFL and a blended approach works well
A2: the opportunity to connect and collaborate with peers in a shared environment
A4b: Not banned for Ts though. SM use is not encouraged as much as should be.
Least they're learning problem-solving! LOL Welcome BTW A4
A3 lack of access can be an issue, also Ts who don't want to use SoMe or school policies that restrict use
I am sure with your modelling Stuart they are on the right path
Social media can be a great tool when used properly
I know. I did go there once. In Canada so they said sorry more often but still immature
A4: We're engaging in a study with and about social media to engage parents in learning
Not so much trained but learn about risks &what mistakes can cost as well as great possibilities
I'm loving seesaw just for me atm. Haven't actually got any whanau yet!
is this a thing? Would love to see this also!
I agree, I've tried fully digital not as effective as blended, must be "fit-for-purpose"
Sorry dishwasher just had a hissy fit -
Q4) Because social media is difficult to define, there are mixed messages..Google+ encouraged,FB discouraged,blogs encouraged
Digital social skills are not the same as when face to face. We now have new vocab e.g. trolls
Ah yeah... most of the time, did have one unprintable student effort!
A3. Using the wrong platform. Careful consideration to be given to safety, goal of the platform & learning UX
Love the idea of opportunities, students learn about agency!
A4 blocking SM sites is like saying 'no' to a 2yr old. What's the first thing you're going to want to do?
Excellent point. Students will see fake use a mile away.
. Ss monitored / guided to learn responsibility. Not allowed free reign.Many too young or inexperienced.Many no device at hme
We've had some excellent seesaw feedback and experiences!
I'm not against SM in school, just not sure how to use it in my class
This is a great point. Many of our Ss just use their data instead!
FB discouraged as ss r underage. Know they use it anyway. Would love2b able2teach them how to use wisely regardless
exactly, even Twitter as a global connection. Previously inconceivable.
A4: Not to be used. However becoming common for P's to have accounts for their S they monitor through own device
Nice SAMR, does allow for whole new reinvention of learning and student engagement.
I always hear worst case scenarios. Never highlighting the great use of SM. I'm looking to develop SM for good.
💯 😀 SM, if created properly, provides great opportunity. Important thing is picking best 1 for the end goal
Ss would probably help you out here -gives them a voice ask them how they might use in your area
Been there with fembots for . Is a new skill context, great point!
Been there with fembots for . Is a new skill context, great point!
A4 Department SM clones are useless, pale imitations of the real thing. Which is why these chats don't happen in Scootle!
A5, a big false - multiple intelligences would not exist if that were the case.
Good point. A bit like apps on iPads; choose one, teach it well and watch the learning happen!
A5 True - if you think about where we are heading...
Yes! Love when peeps at conf are tweeting and allowing others to participate remotely https://t.co/lZUqvhWgsd
I've found live tweeting conferences a great way to network prior to conf & at it.
YES! Amazing duo of speakers. Great to hear his point of view on adaptation and anxiety. So valuable as a T
A4 At most schools I've worked in fairly open for teachers, blocked for students but dependent on needs and age restriction
Not necessary but it can be a good tool to support pedagogy
Great advice, welcome BTW!
edmodo could be something to try - similar in some ways
As stupid as things are banning them not answer. Let them do dumb stuff, take photos, remind them later :)
A5 - a bit of both! Depends on many factors, what SM, age of s etc
A5 is a bit of gimme. False. No tool is a MUST. It needs to be fit for purpose. As always pedagogy first.
A5 False. Students shouldn't be forced into using . They should be taught about what it is and choose to use it.
thanks 😀 Also can be a risk of disconnect with min ages in SM & one's chosen for classroom
Nice Myles, I was thinking more of the future than the now too!
A5. True. But not one size fits all...
A5: True. In combination with other tools
A5 - false, tho def would support teaching responsible use of SM even if not for learning
A5 may be true but may not work for some just like other learning tools Ts should though
We found that with Google + for our Year 9s.
O.O fembots?! Don't explain. Please
. A5.True but not free reign. My 5 yr olds connected blog twitter wikis. Have skyped Scotland & made connectns wth global Ss
A5: True, with some education on using it properly.
A5 Great to see such constructive arguments for true and false!
There are so many grey areas with social media - don't want to blur the lines between professional & personal!
A5 A better question. For what types of learning is social media a key tool for new and important developmental outcomes?
A5 ummm, true? All Ss should be digitally literate & SM is part of that. Am I right?
I think you were on deck for that chat...hopefully never again!
Well its that old its-hard-to-predict the future chesnut
everything in moderation and mixed
A5: Neither T/F. All Ss using SM should learn how to use SM and implications of misuse or unwise usage. Give opportunity.
A4: schools need to embrace social media rather than blocking it. We all know how rebellious teenagers can be!
A5 Neither. "Only a Sith deals in absolutes" What the situation dictates is my final answer
A5. SM is going to dev diversify even more. Ss need to be involved now in what they will always use in the future
A5b - intriguing responses. I would not have thought this would be yielded differing answers.
Good point David. Would you answer the same in 10 years time?
A bit of everything keeps students on their feet
A5 In many ways social media allows kids to "safely" play and explore different roles and experience different emotions.
Yes I try and keep the two separate and I think thats important
Same here! This is why I love the PLN, people prepared to stay true to their beliefs.
Same here! This is why I love the PLN, people prepared to stay true to their beliefs.
Dinner time thanks for the chat and provoking some thought on a Monday night
A5. Depends on the design of learning/student outcomes. SM is not a 1 stop shop
do you ever wonder if that takes away from the conference experience though? I do lots, but just thinking out loud
Just showed how powerless SM users can be if things go bad and quickly!
Great at the moment surround social media
Overheard Ss discussing pers instagram accts (8-9yr olds) & follows. Set up at home Sigh. Ps don't undestand
A5 I would re-frame the question - all students should learn how to use social media effectively / safely / purposefully
Excellent point, Ts need to remember this, is just one set of tools!
I'm not sure, I'm looking forward to seeing how things develop over time especially with mobile edtech
A5 They should know how to use it but some are not ready /comfortable with it yet. Need time to see the benefits of it.
For sure - my Twitter is professional, I dont follow anything other than for educational purposes!
A5: false! not all students should be forced into to use it
Fair enough, who knows what SM will be like in 5, 10 years.
My twitter account is mix of (work) and ! But that's my profile.
Gets tricky/awkward when colleagues add you on your personal platform. Where do u draw the line?
Playing Devil's Advocate, why not? A5
Yes hence why I've got a message about non-educators on my profile
Twitter isn't just about Kardashians???!! Got my Ss in touch w local sustainability groups faster than email
Safe in the same way fairytales and play enables kids to safely explore emotions such as fear and disappointment.
hard not to as a T, our personal lives can make us better professionally
.U dont always need to tch it just introduce. In an hour or less Ss will tch you things u didnt know bt app
I'm with you on this one. I only use for work and , FB for private, personal.
Yes we're debating whether we go seesaw up through the whole school or keep at junior level
A5 All Ss need to LEARN about social media thoroughly then can choose if it's best tool for the job
Yes, often Ts get in the way. Ss will learn the way THEY will use it!
Depends if you want them to be a personal friend as well as a critical, professional friend?
Bc not all learning tools leave a digital footprint. Ss have the right to choose to use SM or not
Yes and I think thats fine Penny, I don't see the $$$ marketing thing in Twitter
Nice concept, least this way, they make an informed decision? A5
Safe in the way that kids can try on different roles and explore different identities anonymously.
I think it's worth it higher up. The ease of use is amazing!
Nice point. If Ss aren't ready or don't feel safe, can't force them.
too many distractions when using it
Possibly. It's a special skill to effectively tweet from a conf. And opens up the discussion more widely
perception is hard to change. Have heard many comments about celebs tweeting favorite cereals.
Hmmm... only skimmed, but Ss registered for that, might that have done other things to keep skills during summer?
Teaching now is unrecognizable now than it was 10 years ago, not a bad thing
I wonder if all students should learn how to use social media? Why must they use social media?
too many cases of online predators, teen suicide etc to agree that it is safe. Can be taught to use safely tho
& tech can be babysitter or older cousin gets them on it
Safe in the way that kids can turn it off and walk away if they ever need to.
No, has to evolve to stay relevant in the learning context.
Yes Im am not sure about Y8s but I think we are going to try it
do you always get a choice? Hard to manage expectations/relationships
Y1-8 so students from 5 to 12/13 years old
I have Aspergers syndrome, so tweets are personal but its common knowledge.
Nice point! Some students just can't help themselves!
A5 True. If only because the best way they'll learn how to navigate social media productively & safely is to let them use it.
We are talking about something that could be a chip behind your ear in ten years! We have no idea! They will need it or not?
A5) This needs to be a spectrum - we cannot generalise one or the other. That is like generalising all students ate breakfast?
Yes. Critical thinking &decision making is essential when using SM. Think we've been bit 2slow to dicuss w Ss
A5 I think it's more about students learning to be social and collaborate and learn rather than use social media
It works well at a senior level. Great for recording goals and reflections and learning.
Good point - and that needs to be taught explicitly.
Have struggled with G+, doesn't have a clean fit with my uses.
Well I think thats fine if that's out there, and its a personal thing
What IS safe then? And, anyway development requires crisis, safety and learning aren't really compatible.
A5 False. I think use of SoMe can be encouraged and taught/used where appropriate, but not enforced
oh no, I've read it and it is undeniable. Amazing project, yet so simple
if Trump wins in November, could be smoke signals :)
A6: Changes every month? :) Whatever is popular goes I guess. FB Twitter not high on list.
Not all Ss will use all of the skills they learn at school, but they should still be taught certain basic skills
Yes thats what I was thinking it would be a perfect match for. Have you used it as a blogging platform?
A6 My Ss have Twitter assignment, so that's an influence!
Facebook very common amongst the uni Ss (and staff) too.
I agree completely, have awesome resources but often little used IMO.
The backchannel discussion that's created by tweeting conferences can be really valuable
A6, Twitter, Snapchat (scary), Instagram - the generics - are what I hear the most.
I decline the invitation 😄
What an awesome idea Penny. Nice share!
A6: My ss are 6-7 y.o. so my go to SM for them is blogs, Twiter, Skype,
A6: I'd have to say 1 - Snapchat, 2 - Instagram, 3 - Facebook. Allows them to connect with friends quickly. All about speed!
Exactly! Although if used correctly It could be a useful learning tool for group tasks, reminders etc
I use twitter relentlessly followed by blog, then FB......then G+
I will read the full text later then...
Interesting. I appreciate that perspective. I sometimes wonder whose role is it to introduce Ss to social media.
A6 really -who can keep up? They seem to find a new one every month and it depends on their age too!
I'm using with lower level older kids. Less pressure of content & amount that a blog has
Its a bit of everything here - music.ly, imessage FB here is not an ongoing useage or problem
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A6 I'm primary, but YouTube. They screencast Minecraft or coding to teach others. Some just shooting stories and sharing
Kids will be kids, I agree!
HS going 2make mistakes- learn Ts need 2help them grow skills 2 recover
After I trained with CEOP (Child Exploitation and Online Protection Agency) I saw a lot of the dark side of SM
A6: Snapchat. At times it been quite useful. Not sure how well it would go in class for me. Also use Instagram. That I get!
A6 Oddly enough, many of my Ss go to Twitter, though some talk of FB, Maybe I'll ask them tomorrow
Yes I should move on from blogger at some point, its been over ten years and still using it
I think if we get them early enough and scaffold support, more likely tve use.
We need to teach as much as they can learn about tech,but the purpose of tech needs to be the critical message!
A6 Musical.ly at the moment. they use it to get around their parents. sigh I'm primary
Sounds very interesting! My Ps hardly ever visit our class blog even : (
good point important to figure out how it helps with learning rather that just focusing on tool
Yes that's true, I would think it would work better for some rather than all
But what exactly identifies as 'unsafe'?
IMO music.ly is going to really take off in HSs in the next year or two!
A6 AMOS Ss all about Instagram - the one thing school banned due to issues. If I had stayed I would have tried class acc
A6: Ss go-to social media - Snapchat, Instagram
Just like crossing the road safely : ) We've gotta do it
Facebook chat is useful when lecture live streamed and tech issues at start or & I playing room tag!
Great q and who determines what is safe or otherwise, school, T or P?
The stats don't back up your claims or fears. We need to trust and support teacher judgements, not spread FUD.
And to stay in touch with students
Still see loads of benefits in SM tho. When wrote SM policy 4 my sch, nothing banned. https://t.co/BCAWaNbCfH
After I trained with CEOP (Child Exploitation and Online Protection Agency) I saw a lot of the dark side of SM
I think, as always, it's age and development appropriate... What you do depends on who you teach
I agree, caution gets us across, hesitancy gets one hurt.
Oh yeah, didn't even think of Youtube as social - my Ss use that a lot, but maybe not the social features...
. got to go! Great chat. C U next week
Thanks Stuart
Brilliant! As easy as that!
Great point, they can always connect with other Ts.
A6 Anything and everything. Instagram, clash of clans chat, minecraft chat.
I think both Ps & Ts share a responsibility to help guide Ss with social media - esp if Ps aren't tech savvy
thanks for an engaging chat !
Yes but I sometimes worry that Im not pushing myself using it and retreading stuff I've done before
That's why it's so important to have those casual conv. to keep up with them!
A6) Facebook - there is a little bit of everything; hastags, photos, live streams, chat, commenting, memes...
works a treat for me as a good teacher!
Not really SM, but I tried Pokemon Go with my kids in the weekend.
Very cool, have started using Periscope in twitter for same reasons.
You're welcome, thanks for the great support!
It is really interesting how some startups are using snapchat stories, not that I really get it!
Same here, never got into ...yet! LOl
A6 - my son is Y7. He has music.ly & Skype + WhatsApp, Line on phone. His friends have instagram (I won’t allow him yet).
Good as well, I'm sure. I liked photo challenges with mine, so that would have been my in
And there are a handful of tech-deficient Ps.
I agree, after all if they can drive, surely we trust them to tweet?
A6 Line is extremely popular here in Thailand
Where did that hour go?! Thanks and everyone
Why not to the instagram?
Yes agreed but I also want something to motivate me and keep me engaged
Instagram and food were made for one another! Teaching food 101.
A6 My students LOVE and , they tell me 's for the older generation!
But we have to start early. Need to grow empathy, social & critical skills that R transferable to SM
Where are the housewives of Auckland tonight eh?
Thanks once again for a great . You are a gentleman and a scholar!
it was fun! We were outside, it was sunny, we talked, little animal things, what's not to like?
Thanks Sue, always flies by due to the awesome support!
