#ditchbook Archive
#DITCHbook was created by Ditch That Textbook author Matt Miller. The chat focuses on innovative teaching ideas and disrupting standard textbook education.
Thursday March 17, 2016
10:00 PM EDT
jmattmiller
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:00 PM EDT
@natacha_scott
Awesome! Glad you're coming back for seconds! :)
#ditchbook
natacha_scott
Mar 17 @ 10:01 PM EDT
@jmattmiller
I also LOVE Google Classroom....so it was easy to bring me back in!
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edubabbIe
Mar 17 @ 10:01 PM EDT
Sartre became especially known for a one-tailed test to a standardized grade book.
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mrskochheiser
Mar 17 @ 10:02 PM EDT
Good evening! Kristin from Lansing, MI. 6th grade ELA and SS. I love Google Classroom!
#ditchbook
Bookbandwidth
Mar 17 @ 10:02 PM EDT
Katie from Jeffersonville!
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JoyousScience
Mar 17 @ 10:02 PM EDT
#ditchbook
Joy from Texas here! Looking forward to this! Love Classroom! And exclamation marks!!! !! !
emosier3
Mar 17 @ 10:02 PM EDT
@Michalos89
Welcome to the best Twitter chat out there! Great to have you on board!
#ditchbook
leadlaughlearn
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:02 PM EDT
@mrskochheiser
Hi, Kristin!
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edtech_savvy
Mar 17 @ 10:03 PM EDT
Hey all!! Kirby from TX!
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TTmomTT
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:03 PM EDT
Mandi from MO - excited about Google Classroom discussion
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https://t.co/aqpKB3UXAP
ashley_c_14
Mar 17 @ 10:03 PM EDT
Ashley, 2nd grade Indianapolis. Excited to learn from everyone else :)
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jmattmiller
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:03 PM EDT
Hello, hello
#DitchBook
! Ready to chat about
#GoogleClassroom
? This should be a great one!
leadlaughlearn
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:03 PM EDT
@Bookbandwidth
So glad we're both awake!
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Finest1stGrade
Mar 17 @ 10:03 PM EDT
Cody from Kansas. 1st grade teacher. Interested if there is any part of Google Classroom I could implement....
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Bookbandwidth
Mar 17 @ 10:03 PM EDT
#googleclassroom
isn't just for Ss. Ts can join classes!
#pd
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emosier3
Mar 17 @ 10:03 PM EDT
Good evening,
#ditchbook
. Evan Mosier, Tech Integrationist Lead Teacher and 6th Grade Language Arts, ditching from Davenport, Iowa.
lyndsyjohnson14
Mar 17 @ 10:03 PM EDT
Decided to stay up to learn from more experienced educators
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ohsoearly
Mar 17 @ 10:03 PM EDT
Band concert tonight. Have fun ditching without me
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https://t.co/X5g1QfexlG
jmattmiller
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:03 PM EDT
Went the whole day without wearing green and didn't get pinched once! What's that all about???
#DitchBook
leadlaughlearn
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:03 PM EDT
@JoyousScience
Welcome, Joy!
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WNES_Principal
Mar 17 @ 10:03 PM EDT
Iβm JJ Boylan fro Warren Elementary in Highland, IN
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https://t.co/aasDPdJG8J
leadlaughlearn
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:04 PM EDT
@edtech_savvy
Hello, Kirby!
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jmattmiller
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:04 PM EDT
@emosier3
How close is Davenport to Sloan, IA? I'll be there next week.
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PrincipalBodnar
Mar 17 @ 10:04 PM EDT
Hey
#ditchbook
!
@jmattmiller
and
@leadlaughlearn
fan club members and Principal and Podcaster @ Lincoln Jr / Sr High in Indiana here.
LisaGuardino
Mar 17 @ 10:04 PM EDT
Hi
#ditchbook
! Lisa, Rescue Union SD teacher & TOSA Excited about tonight... Love GClassroom!
leadlaughlearn
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:04 PM EDT
@TTmomTT
Good to see you, Mandy!
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mrterborg
Mar 17 @ 10:04 PM EDT
Want to stay. Need to
#ditchbook
and
#ditchtech
time to quiet down. Busy day tomorrow. Take care.
leadlaughlearn
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:04 PM EDT
@ashley_c_14
Welcome, Ashley!
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lmartinez007
Mar 17 @ 10:05 PM EDT
hi
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natacha_scott
Mar 17 @ 10:05 PM EDT
Natacha from Boston! Love Google Classroom for both teachers and prof. development
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SEANJFAHEY
Mar 17 @ 10:05 PM EDT
For me GC allows me to be a facilitator of learning Im no longer have to be up front teaching I now have a more S centered room
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jmattmiller
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:05 PM EDT
See ya next time,
@mrterborg
!
#DitchBook
leadlaughlearn
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:05 PM EDT
@Finest1stGrade
Hi, Cody! Welcome to
#ditchbook
SEANJFAHEY
Mar 17 @ 10:05 PM EDT
Welcome everyone! We are "LUCKY" to have you join us!
@jmattmiller
@leadlaughlearn
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https://t.co/ly2sAT3clG
AtWhitsEnd1
Mar 17 @ 10:05 PM EDT
Hello
#ditchbook
! 4th grade teacher in 1:1 classroom from Texas here!
mrg_3
Mar 17 @ 10:05 PM EDT
Hi
#ditchbook
I'm not on a GAFE domain so no Classroom for me, but I'm a huge advocate for the collab/comm power!
leadlaughlearn
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:05 PM EDT
@emosier3
Good to see you, Evan!
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SEANJFAHEY
Mar 17 @ 10:06 PM EDT
Things are Different for me b/c google classroom gives me & my Ss a "Creates a Home" for our stuff. No more lost work!
#ditchbook
leadlaughlearn
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:06 PM EDT
@jmattmiller
LUCKY!!
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lmartinez007
Mar 17 @ 10:06 PM EDT
Louis, PA HS English teacher
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jmattmiller
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:06 PM EDT
Q1: How does the implementation of Google Classroom allow us to have a DIFFERENT classroom?
#DitchBook
leadlaughlearn
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:06 PM EDT
@PrincipalBodnar
@jmattmiller
Great to see you, Jason!
#ditchbook
jmattmiller
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:06 PM EDT
@leadlaughlearn
Definitely NOT the luck of the Irish, though ... ;)
#DitchBook
mrterborg
Mar 17 @ 10:06 PM EDT
#ditchbook
#weirded
#tlap
#sslap
#playlap
https://t.co/RR7RaLdcND
amyburvall
Mar 17 @ 9:17 PM EDT
Just when I start thinking I'm the slightest bit creative I see something like this - carved duct tape π
https://t.co/DzUzZJPyS4
SEANJFAHEY
Mar 17 @ 10:07 PM EDT
Wow sorry everyone schedule tweets are not going through... Hang on
#ditchbook
slogue89
Mar 17 @ 10:07 PM EDT
Rocky Logue @
#cue16
From Nipomo Ca Teaches 7th grade SS in Templeton Ca.
#ditchbook
thegoswicks
Mar 17 @ 10:07 PM EDT
Hello from deep east Texas. Brandon Goswick, Middle school Principal
#DitchBook
jmattmiller
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:07 PM EDT
I got your Q1 out, Sean ...
#DitchBook
@seanjfahey
JoyousScience
Mar 17 @ 10:07 PM EDT
A1: I talk a lot less with GC.
#ditchbook
ARutschke
Mar 17 @ 10:07 PM EDT
Angela, 6th grade T from Alberta FINALLY catching up with
#DitchBook
πππ»
leadlaughlearn
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:08 PM EDT
A1 Google Classroom makes feedback instant constant--a never ending feedback loop!
#ditchbook
mrskochheiser
Mar 17 @ 10:08 PM EDT
A1) Google Classroom allows Ss to collaborate easily, and I am able to put many resources for Ss to discover in one area
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Michalos89
Mar 17 @ 10:08 PM EDT
#ditchbook
8th grade SS from SE Wisconsin...hanging on for dear life...
jmattmiller
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:08 PM EDT
@ARutschke
Hey Anglea! Glad you came around! ;)
#DitchBook
natacha_scott
Mar 17 @ 10:08 PM EDT
A1: Allows us to share resources quickly and set up opportunities for digital collaboration
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Finest1stGrade
Mar 17 @ 10:08 PM EDT
A1: GC probably allows teachers to be less "cluttered"....
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PerkyScience
Mar 17 @ 10:08 PM EDT
Howdy from Texas, Middle School Science teacher.
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ashley_c_14
Mar 17 @ 10:08 PM EDT
A1: classroom uses much less paper, T can grade quickly, personalized learning for all Ss
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mrg_3
Mar 17 @ 10:08 PM EDT
A1 Classroom or any LMS type platform frees you up from having to wait to meet students F2F to have exchange
#ditchbook
BritGlad
Mar 17 @ 10:08 PM EDT
Another good chat
@valerieverhunce
#DitchBook
slogue89
Mar 17 @ 10:08 PM EDT
A1 GClassroom keeps me out of the copy room
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natacha_scott
Mar 17 @ 10:08 PM EDT
@Finest1stGrade
Saving the trees!
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emosier3
Mar 17 @ 10:09 PM EDT
GC allows me to have a different classroom b/c of the immense collaboration it offers. Our classroom extends beyond 4 walls now!
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WNES_Principal
Mar 17 @ 10:09 PM EDT
Q1: The biggest difference is the center of the class. Itβs not the teacher anymore. Itβs the students.
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TTmomTT
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:09 PM EDT
A1: Allows for more Ss directed learning
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MikeSzczepanik
Mar 17 @ 10:09 PM EDT
Hi I'm Mike from Rochester
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leadlaughlearn
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:09 PM EDT
As it should be!
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https://t.co/ymhbS1VOy6
WNES_Principal
Mar 17 @ 10:09 PM EDT
Q1: The biggest difference is the center of the class. Itβs not the teacher anymore. Itβs the students.
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jmattmiller
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:09 PM EDT
A1: Classroom gives easy, quick access from anywhere and uber-connected learning.
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mrskochheiser
Mar 17 @ 10:09 PM EDT
@Finest1stGrade
Yes!More focus on teaching and less on stacks of paper! Engagement up, clutter down.
#ditchbook
LisaGuardino
Mar 17 @ 10:09 PM EDT
A1: GClassroom c8ts a more Ss-centered classroom & provides a very easy and natural workflow with timely & actionable feedback
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BritGlad
Mar 17 @ 10:09 PM EDT
Greeting from Oshkosh, Wi. 4th grade teacher
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slogue89
Mar 17 @ 10:09 PM EDT
A1 GClassroom allows me to help my Ss and keep track of their work and stay organized while helping organize my Ss
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edtech_savvy
Mar 17 @ 10:09 PM EDT
A1- flipping, collabs with other classrooms. Ability to group students differently! Does not have the confines of time and place!
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AtWhitsEnd1
Mar 17 @ 10:09 PM EDT
A1 - Google classroom opens up so much for Ts and Ss. The best is instant feedback for Ss! I love it
@JoyousScience
so true!
#ditchbook
natacha_scott
Mar 17 @ 10:10 PM EDT
@jmattmiller
Love being able to provide feedback and comment on question from the app on my phone!
#ditchbook
marauder2323
Mar 17 @ 10:10 PM EDT
A1 Google classroom breaks down barriers of time, transportation, communication - opens doors of opportunity!
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BritGlad
Mar 17 @ 10:10 PM EDT
Google classroom has helped me flip my math block. Great organization for flipped learning.
#DitchBook
slogue89
Mar 17 @ 10:10 PM EDT
A1.1 GClassroom allows me to help my Ss and keep track of their work and stay organized while helping organize my Ss
#ditchbook
RunnerGirl13_1
Mar 17 @ 10:10 PM EDT
Hi,
#DitchBook
. Stumbled across your chat. Love the topic! Marilyn, 6th grade T from CA.
Finest1stGrade
Mar 17 @ 10:10 PM EDT
Is anyone in here use GC for primary grades?
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SEANJFAHEY
Mar 17 @ 10:10 PM EDT
Things are Different for me b/c google classroom gives me & my Ss a "Creates a Home" for our stuff. No more lost work!
#ditchbook
natacha_scott
Mar 17 @ 10:11 PM EDT
@marauder2323
Huge challenge when thinking about our students as well as prof. development for teachers!
#ditchbook
jmattmiller
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:11 PM EDT
@RunnerGirl13_1
Isn't serendipity the best? Glad to have you here, Marilyn!
#ditchbook
SEANJFAHEY
Mar 17 @ 10:11 PM EDT
Awesome start! Here is Question 2... Innovative = Different + Better
@leadlaughlearn
@jmattmiller
#ditchbook
https://t.co/fBPlql5Ztt
SEANJFAHEY
Mar 17 @ 10:11 PM EDT
Awesome start! Here is Question 2... Innovative = Different + Better
@leadlaughlearn
@jmattmiller
#ditchbook
https://t.co/4kCqrQUNol
TTmomTT
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:11 PM EDT
@BritGlad
I used it to flip my Algebra 1 class. Awesome for this!
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zonie71
Mar 17 @ 10:11 PM EDT
Krista, 5G teacher from SE Michigan joining a bit late - sorry!!
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mrskochheiser
Mar 17 @ 10:11 PM EDT
A1) I also love how I can collaborate w/Ss on writing at every part of their process, share ideas, guide, coach
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BritGlad
Mar 17 @ 10:11 PM EDT
Now starting to use it with Seesaw which is fabulous!
#DitchBook
slogue89
Mar 17 @ 10:11 PM EDT
A1 GClass helps me give quicker and better feedback to Ss.
#ditchbook
leadlaughlearn
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:11 PM EDT
@marauder2323
Excellent response!
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mrg_3
Mar 17 @ 10:11 PM EDT
Timely and actionable feedback-top of my list! Great points,
@LisaGuardino
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jmattmiller
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:12 PM EDT
A2: Help students organize thinking/writing with graphic organizers --
https://t.co/Y8cMTPE1Jv
#DitchBook
SEANJFAHEY
Mar 17 @ 10:12 PM EDT
This one is easy
#HyperDocs
+
#googleclassroom
= innovative teaching A match made in edtech heaven! Right?
@KarlyMoura
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MikeSzczepanik
Mar 17 @ 10:12 PM EDT
A1 - allows for asynchronous and differentiated classroom ... I'm a HS Bio Teacher
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natacha_scott
Mar 17 @ 10:12 PM EDT
A2: Collaboration...being able to see thoughts, ideas, and work shared in setting where we might not hear from every student!
#ditchbook
zonie71
Mar 17 @ 10:12 PM EDT
Oh... The things I can do! Lit study interactive. And of course...
#hyperdocs
#ditchbook
leadlaughlearn
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:12 PM EDT
A2: I can "virtual" office hours by including a Hangouts link on the abot page--always there when needed!
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mrskochheiser
Mar 17 @ 10:12 PM EDT
A2) Google Classroom and GAFE help pull many resources to push Ss to discover
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ARutschke
Mar 17 @ 10:12 PM EDT
A1: Classroom makes resource & product sharing SO easy! Efficient feedback & the right tools for Ss are accessible everywhere
#DitchBook
BritGlad
Mar 17 @ 10:12 PM EDT
What is GAFE? π
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polonerd
Mar 17 @ 10:12 PM EDT
A1: Using Google Classroom allows schools w/o $$$ to utilize the power of a LMS. Ss have opportunity to share their knowledge.
#ditchbook
leadlaughlearn
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:13 PM EDT
@BritGlad
Google Apps for Education
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slogue89
Mar 17 @ 10:13 PM EDT
A2 GClassroom enables me to make more engaging
#hyperdocs
by being able to 'Make a copy' for each Ss.
#interactivetexts
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TTmomTT
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:13 PM EDT
A2: I can have Ss create things I used to create for them - drag and drop activities, CYOA, online foldables, etc.
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MikeSzczepanik
Mar 17 @ 10:13 PM EDT
I am flipping labs with GForms
#DitchBook
polonerd
Mar 17 @ 10:13 PM EDT
@BritGlad
Google Apps for Education
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jmattmiller
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:13 PM EDT
Great ?,
@BritGlad
-- GAFE = Google Apps for Education. Thx for helping us be clearer.
#ditchbook
cscanlon23
Mar 17 @ 10:13 PM EDT
@TTmomTT
@BritGlad
love to hear it! I'm also a math T. Using classroom to flip my class and organize for my high schoolers
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WNES_Principal
Mar 17 @ 10:13 PM EDT
R2: I think they destroy the walls of the βtypicalβ classroom.
#Collaboration
takes on a new shape.
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natacha_scott
Mar 17 @ 10:13 PM EDT
@polonerd
It makes it so simple to share open sources!
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Bookbandwidth
Mar 17 @ 10:13 PM EDT
R2: differentiate!!
#gafe
#GoogleClassroom
#ditchbook
MikeSzczepanik
Mar 17 @ 10:13 PM EDT
@BritGlad
Google Apps For Education
#ditchbook
SEANJFAHEY
Mar 17 @ 10:14 PM EDT
Commenting ask Ts help when at home or collaborate w/ classmates is a HUGE innovative advantage with
#googleclassroom
for Ss
#ditchbook
BritGlad
Mar 17 @ 10:14 PM EDT
@jmattmiller
taught my 4th graders drawing on Monday, never heard so many positive emails from parents... β’So cool!
#DitchBook
CinnamunB
Mar 17 @ 10:14 PM EDT
A1: Google classroom puts everything in 1 place which means fewer replacement copies for Ss.
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zonie71
Mar 17 @ 10:14 PM EDT
.
@BritGlad
GAFE = Google Apps For Education Google's suite of word processing, spreadsheets, slides, etc.
#ditchbook
polonerd
Mar 17 @ 10:14 PM EDT
@natacha_scott
And when you do that you get to demonstrate good Dig Cit while teaching about open sources. Awesome!
#ditchbook
BritGlad
Mar 17 @ 10:14 PM EDT
@edtech_savvy
thank you!
#DitchBook
mrskochheiser
Mar 17 @ 10:15 PM EDT
No more excuses for Ss (Oh, I turned it in, don't you have it?)
#ditchbook
https://t.co/7OhlBbw1Kf
slogue89
Mar 17 @ 10:11 PM EDT
A1 GClass helps me give quicker and better feedback to Ss.
#ditchbook
ARutschke
Mar 17 @ 10:15 PM EDT
A2: These tools make it easier to allow Ss to be the innovators & creators of content. They help empower!
#DitchBook
mrskochheiser
Mar 17 @ 10:15 PM EDT
@ARutschke
Yes! And no more "what link do I type in?" or Ss being lost
#ditchbook
MikeSzczepanik
Mar 17 @ 10:15 PM EDT
A2 - GC has kept my school bag lighter
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BritGlad
Mar 17 @ 10:15 PM EDT
Google classroom and GAFE are perfect for personalized learning
#ditchbook
LisaGuardino
Mar 17 @ 10:16 PM EDT
A2: I will be trying GClassroom out as a backchannel discussion tmrw - trying to spark new levels of participation & engagement
#ditchbook
polonerd
Mar 17 @ 10:16 PM EDT
The fact that it automatically creates a separate file for each student makes the Ts work so much easier -easy sell to Ts.
#ditchbook
marauder2323
Mar 17 @ 10:16 PM EDT
A2 Google+GAFE eliminates the walls in a classroom & creates limitless opportunities for learners
#ditchbook
mrskochheiser
Mar 17 @ 10:16 PM EDT
@BritGlad
Google Apps for Education
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jmattmiller
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:16 PM EDT
There's LOTS that new Google Classroom features let us do. Interactive video series on YouTube --
https://t.co/3XaE7t7Amk
#ditchbook
ARutschke
Mar 17 @ 10:16 PM EDT
@RunnerGirl13_1
MARILYN! It's wonderful to see you hereπ
#ditchbook
natacha_scott
Mar 17 @ 10:16 PM EDT
@mrskochheiser
@ARutschke
Also works for prof. development....since we know we are always focused 100% at 4pm
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edtech_savvy
Mar 17 @ 10:17 PM EDT
A2- Ss can collaborate & create, teachers can differentiate. Alright stop collaborate & listen. Just rapping here. πNo big
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emosier3
Mar 17 @ 10:17 PM EDT
A2: I like to think GC is a hub for all of our thoughts and explorations. Expands the horizons of basic instruction.
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cscanlon23
Mar 17 @ 10:17 PM EDT
A1: Allows for transparency into Ss work. I make my Ss post their solutions to math probs and give feedback
#google
classroom
#DitchBook
zonie71
Mar 17 @ 10:17 PM EDT
One of my favorite things about Classroom/GAFE is my digital files are actually getting cleaned up! Fewer multiple copies!
#ditchbook
Finest1stGrade
Mar 17 @ 10:17 PM EDT
Any primary grades use GC?
#ditchbook
TCDSBeLearn
Mar 17 @ 10:17 PM EDT
On digital learning day we hosted a board-wide invitation to a Google classroom to share how digital tools have enhanced learning
#ditchbook
polonerd
Mar 17 @ 10:17 PM EDT
@natacha_scott
Love the auto citation when using the research tool in Docs.
#ditchbook
ashley_c_14
Mar 17 @ 10:17 PM EDT
A2: they remove the walls of the classroom. All resources have a home, no more emailing every resource to the Ss!
#ditchbook
leadlaughlearn
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:18 PM EDT
Q3 is here!
@jmattmiller
@SEANJFAHEY
#ditchbook
https://t.co/azbxZvYo1N
BritGlad
Mar 17 @ 10:18 PM EDT
GAFE also open doors for parent communication. Without extra work
#DitchBook
MistyMitchellm
Mar 17 @ 10:18 PM EDT
πππOMG...so late!!!
#ditchbook
https://t.co/wIRrzCT5dq
leadlaughlearn
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:18 PM EDT
@polonerd
Oh, remember the days of sorting shared with me, teaching Ss to use file--make a copy, and shared folders each class?
#ditchbook
TTmomTT
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:18 PM EDT
I just completed an online
#breakoutedu
on Google Forms - another awesome idea that can be used in Google Classroom
#ditchbook
AtWhitsEnd1
Mar 17 @ 10:18 PM EDT
R2: seamless work flow with
#GAFE
and GC. My 4th grade Ss are easlily able to toggle, find, work, and create with ease
#ditchbook
LisaGuardino
Mar 17 @ 10:18 PM EDT
I also appreciate the accountability/transparency piece
#ditchbook
https://t.co/0estw2Cfc2
mrskochheiser
Mar 17 @ 10:15 PM EDT
No more excuses for Ss (Oh, I turned it in, don't you have it?)
#ditchbook
https://t.co/7OhlBbw1Kf
slogue89
Mar 17 @ 10:11 PM EDT
A1 GClass helps me give quicker and better feedback to Ss.
#ditchbook
CinnamunB
Mar 17 @ 10:18 PM EDT
A2: Collaboration takes on a whole new look and feel with face. Can really try to reach interdependent lvl in 21st cent class.
#ditchbook
TTmomTT
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:18 PM EDT
@RunnerGirl13_1
paired it with a scavenger hunt. It was awesome.
#ditchbook
ARutschke
Mar 17 @ 10:18 PM EDT
@marauder2323
I've had a Ss that is a competitive horse vaulter. She's staying on top of her work bc of these toolsπ
#ditchbook
zonie71
Mar 17 @ 10:18 PM EDT
Our lower el classes do! Not sure what they're doing, but I know they use it!
#ditchbook
SEANJFAHEY
Mar 17 @ 10:19 PM EDT
Thats ok we are glad you made it
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https://t.co/KHsMRujboP
MistyMitchellm
Mar 17 @ 10:18 PM EDT
πππOMG...so late!!!
#ditchbook
https://t.co/wIRrzCT5dq
leadlaughlearn
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:19 PM EDT
@Finest1stGrade
Plans for K-2 next school year! We have a Q coming up in the bonus about it!
#ditchbook
SEANJFAHEY
Mar 17 @ 10:19 PM EDT
Number your assignments #001, #002, etc will be in that order in the drive folder & quick reference for Ss...Find assgn #003
#ditchbook
jmattmiller
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:19 PM EDT
Not me, but this teacher does: Google Classroom in My First Grade Class
https://t.co/hZQgleibN1
#DitchBook
@Finest1stGrade
natacha_scott
Mar 17 @ 10:19 PM EDT
A3: If you want your items to post in a certain sequence...save them as a draft, number them, and post in reverse order!
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emosier3
Mar 17 @ 10:19 PM EDT
A3: If you use GC, you MUST have the Goobric and Doctopus Add-Ons installed. Sliced grading time in half AT LEAST! My favorites!
#ditchbook
slogue89
Mar 17 @ 10:19 PM EDT
A3 have Ss turn in screen shots
#ditchbook
then grade them in preview mode.
JoyousScience
Mar 17 @ 10:19 PM EDT
@leadlaughlearn
@polonerd
Yes, those days were just a few months ago. :-)
#ditchbook
leadlaughlearn
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:19 PM EDT
@MistyMitchellm
Glad to have you, Misty!
#ditchbook
mrskochheiser
Mar 17 @ 10:19 PM EDT
Yes, I use it when asked to share ideas with Staff. They sign in to classroom & find resources there
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https://t.co/L3NCiqIBmf
natacha_scott
Mar 17 @ 10:16 PM EDT
@mrskochheiser
@ARutschke
Also works for prof. development....since we know we are always focused 100% at 4pm
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LisaGuardino
Mar 17 @ 10:19 PM EDT
Thanks, Matt. I so appreciate all of your ideas!
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https://t.co/LTeWaOhMk4
jmattmiller
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:16 PM EDT
There's LOTS that new Google Classroom features let us do. Interactive video series on YouTube --
https://t.co/3XaE7t7Amk
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Bookbandwidth
Mar 17 @ 10:19 PM EDT
R3: change "can view" to "make a copy"
#googleclassroom
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polonerd
Mar 17 @ 10:20 PM EDT
@leadlaughlearn
Ah the good old days. Amazing that I look back at my documentation on that exact topic. Less than 1 1/2 yrs ago.
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cscanlon23
Mar 17 @ 10:20 PM EDT
@TTmomTT
I'd love to hear more about the
#Breakoutedu
using forms!
#DitchBook
SEANJFAHEY
Mar 17 @ 10:20 PM EDT
Love having student submitting screen shots of their work. So Easy!
#ditchbook
https://t.co/5GBHK2jHRh
slogue89
Mar 17 @ 10:19 PM EDT
A3 have Ss turn in screen shots
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then grade them in preview mode.
MistyMitchellm
Mar 17 @ 10:20 PM EDT
A1: absent makeup work is not a problem anymore! Missing work either...
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TCDSBeLearn
Mar 17 @ 10:20 PM EDT
Our team uses the date to organize files example 160317
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natacha_scott
Mar 17 @ 10:20 PM EDT
@mrskochheiser
I try to model by housing all "activities" for the pd session in google classroom as well!
#ditchbook
jmattmiller
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:21 PM EDT
A3: Knowing the difference between comments clarifies things a lot.
#DitchBook
#GoogleClassroom
https://t.co/NTdRRUjJmR
ARutschke
Mar 17 @ 10:21 PM EDT
@leadlaughlearn
@polonerd
Amazing how much can change in a yearππ»π
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edtech_savvy
Mar 17 @ 10:21 PM EDT
A3- make suggestions by clicking the little ? Mark in the lower corner. They really do listen!
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mrg_3
Mar 17 @ 10:21 PM EDT
A3 The best trick is to show your students all your tricks! Let them know you use revision history, teach protocol for collab
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MistyMitchellm
Mar 17 @ 10:21 PM EDT
A2: by whitelisting domains diff schools can collaborate with each other easily.
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polonerd
Mar 17 @ 10:21 PM EDT
Great way to model strategies for your Ts.
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@mrskochheiser
jmattmiller
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:22 PM EDT
10 tips to use Google Classroom effectively and efficiently:
https://t.co/s2zlniRw4r
#DitchBook
zonie71
Mar 17 @ 10:22 PM EDT
Use Announcement instead of assignment if you want to share a Google Doc if you don't need a turn-in.
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ARutschke
Mar 17 @ 10:22 PM EDT
@SEANJFAHEY
Brilliant! I will be using this one right away!
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TTmomTT
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:22 PM EDT
A3: I love the make a copy for each Ss feature now with slides. I also like how that added a move post to the top.
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leadlaughlearn
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:22 PM EDT
A3: Don't do all the work yourself! Have Ss create a new Doc/Sloides/Drawing etc rather than always providing a copy for each S!
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jmattmiller
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:22 PM EDT
Use the "About" tab for most common all-year resources, but don't overload it!
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MikeSzczepanik
Mar 17 @ 10:22 PM EDT
I love watching the jaw drop with that one ...
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#draftback
https://t.co/nBQ9JY5f2v
mrg_3
Mar 17 @ 10:21 PM EDT
A3 The best trick is to show your students all your tricks! Let them know you use revision history, teach protocol for collab
#ditchbook
natacha_scott
Mar 17 @ 10:23 PM EDT
@zonie71
Essential to take advantage of the announcements...especially if students or teachers get confused w/ "turning in"!
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mrskochheiser
Mar 17 @ 10:23 PM EDT
A3) Ask a question feature; ability to move assignments to top; ability for Ss to unsubmit/resub; announcements for non assign
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edtech_savvy
Mar 17 @ 10:23 PM EDT
Like a Google form:)
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https://t.co/pIFmmyhIRn
zonie71
Mar 17 @ 10:22 PM EDT
Use Announcement instead of assignment if you want to share a Google Doc if you don't need a turn-in.
#ditchbook
ashley_c_14
Mar 17 @ 10:23 PM EDT
A3: creating multiple classes for reading groups, math groups, and Ss working on different tasks so they only see own tasks
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TTmomTT
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:23 PM EDT
Yep, this one is awesome too!
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https://t.co/6bKr9EGIId
jmattmiller
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:22 PM EDT
Use the "About" tab for most common all-year resources, but don't overload it!
#ditchbook
SEANJFAHEY
Mar 17 @ 10:24 PM EDT
Question 4 is about teaching Hands-On
@leadlaughlearn
@jmattmiller
#ditchbook
https://t.co/2FDNJKZ5ET
zonie71
Mar 17 @ 10:24 PM EDT
Revision history is awesome for figuring out who messed up other Ss work - in case it happens.
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jmattmiller
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:24 PM EDT
10 things you might not know about Google Classroom
https://t.co/TY3zwEGfMe
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natacha_scott
Mar 17 @ 10:24 PM EDT
@leadlaughlearn
I love joint slides, where participants can edit & insert slides w/ info...think of it as a digital gallery walk!
#ditchbook
SEANJFAHEY
Mar 17 @ 10:24 PM EDT
No more printed copies of newsletter! Have Ss add the file to drive so auto syncs offline too
#ditchbook
https://t.co/a3Xty0QH5X
jmattmiller
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:22 PM EDT
Use the "About" tab for most common all-year resources, but don't overload it!
#ditchbook
leadlaughlearn
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:24 PM EDT
A3: Ability for Ts to include multi resouces/Docs/etc in 1 post. Same for Ss to turn in multi on 1 assignment
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RunnerGirl13_1
Mar 17 @ 10:24 PM EDT
A3) Tip . . . turn off the "due date." It frees Ss up to engage without being stressed.
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Finest1stGrade
Mar 17 @ 10:24 PM EDT
@ashley_c_14
how?
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leadlaughlearn
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:25 PM EDT
@natacha_scott
Absolutely!
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SEANJFAHEY
Mar 17 @ 10:25 PM EDT
Didn't know I could do this until a couple weeks ago...Love it!
#ditchbook
https://t.co/EaK6vzsQSM
RunnerGirl13_1
Mar 17 @ 10:24 PM EDT
A3) Tip . . . turn off the "due date." It frees Ss up to engage without being stressed.
#ditchbook
TTmomTT
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:25 PM EDT
@cscanlon23
Here's the link from
#moedchat
tonight.
https://t.co/TfnSh3roNM
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natacha_scott
Mar 17 @ 10:25 PM EDT
@ashley_c_14
Being able to re-use post and posting assignments to multiple classes saves so much time!
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MistyMitchellm
Mar 17 @ 10:25 PM EDT
A3: if Ss r turning in links to something share a form w/them and let them past link there. Then grade from a spreadsheet!
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zonie71
Mar 17 @ 10:25 PM EDT
They can take TOTAL control!! LIVE that!!
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MikeSzczepanik
Mar 17 @ 10:25 PM EDT
A4 - Brainstorming ideas in the comment area of an assignment before starting
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emosier3
Mar 17 @ 10:26 PM EDT
A4: GC allows teachers flexibility to offer guides & resources available to Ss to make assignment hands-on!
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mrg_3
Mar 17 @ 10:26 PM EDT
A4 Creating a FAQs page where everyone can edit (imagine a wiki for the project)
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JoyousScience
Mar 17 @ 10:26 PM EDT
#ditchbook
A3 I carry a laminated card that says "Read the instructions in GC." Raise the card in answer to many student questions
Bookbandwidth
Mar 17 @ 10:26 PM EDT
R4:
#GoogleClassroom
is great for providing access to a lot of interactive and creative sites
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edtech_savvy
Mar 17 @ 10:26 PM EDT
Check out the share to classroom chrome extension.
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leadlaughlearn
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:26 PM EDT
A4: Ss can easily take a picture of analog work to turn in on Classroom--like dry erase sketchnotes on our desktops!
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jmattmiller
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:26 PM EDT
Excellent
#GoogleClassroom
tip here!
#DitchBook
https://t.co/XnPNMk9Mc0
mrg_3
Mar 17 @ 10:26 PM EDT
A4 Creating a FAQs page where everyone can edit (imagine a wiki for the project)
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MistyMitchellm
Mar 17 @ 10:26 PM EDT
A4 (2): invite Ts to a class in the about section!
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mrskochheiser
Mar 17 @ 10:27 PM EDT
@natacha_scott
I also have one for student council & tech team. I post minutes, agendas,& allow Ss to post ideas for future mtgs
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natacha_scott
Mar 17 @ 10:27 PM EDT
A4: Allow students to create and collaborate in any GAFE!
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ARutschke
Mar 17 @ 10:27 PM EDT
A4: Pictures/video products & instructions, links to other places & resources, can easily take work ANYWHERE
#DitchBook
Jmitch462
Mar 17 @ 10:27 PM EDT
@polonerd
A1 Google Classroom = amazing resource; wouldn't your District offer a LMS all Ss could utilize irrespective of cost?
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mrg_3
Mar 17 @ 10:27 PM EDT
Yes
@zonie71
, and it will happen! Even among the professionals :)
#ditchbook
https://t.co/WaOUkBAxZP
zonie71
Mar 17 @ 10:24 PM EDT
Revision history is awesome for figuring out who messed up other Ss work - in case it happens.
#ditchbook
leadlaughlearn
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:28 PM EDT
@mrskochheiser
@natacha_scott
I use one for my tech team too! Since we don't meet daily, I LOVE the calendar integration!
#ditchbook
SEANJFAHEY
Mar 17 @ 10:28 PM EDT
Or the other non tech projects they create. Brilliant!
#ditchbook
https://t.co/9wNfu2vGpP
leadlaughlearn
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:26 PM EDT
A4: Ss can easily take a picture of analog work to turn in on Classroom--like dry erase sketchnotes on our desktops!
#ditchbook
lmartinez007
Mar 17 @ 10:28 PM EDT
the ability to share document and have students peer edit is awesome
#BASDChallenge
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mrg_3
Mar 17 @ 10:28 PM EDT
@AtWhitsEnd1
@walexanderson
best time saver ever AND you truly are letting the students lead the learning!
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MistyMitchellm
Mar 17 @ 10:29 PM EDT
A5: Let Ss create an assignment to share w/class.
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TTmomTT
- Moderator
Mar 17 @ 10:29 PM EDT
Foldable mentioned earlier
https://t.co/L3xlHInBRV
#ditchbook