#TXed Archive | Participate

TXEDMod - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Howdy y'all! Welcome to #TXed We are glad you are here! Let's start with introductions! #TeacherMyth

participatechat Jul 19 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Participate in the upcoming #TXed by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/msiucFYT2z

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Alright y'all it is time for #TXed Take the next few minutes to say howdy and tell us where you are from!

lori_lreyes Jul 19 @ 9:30 PM EDT

#TXed Lori Reyes Brenham, TX

BurnsideMath Jul 19 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Hi, everyone. Julie, HS math teacher from Houston. #txed

PrincipalVest - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Heading over to #txed - hope some of you will join us as we talk about #TeacherMyth by @aaron_hogan #kidsdeserveit

TXEDMod - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:31 PM EDT

We will be using a Q1:A1 format tonight so make sure you label your answer with A# #TXed #TeacherMyth

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Hi #TXed! I'm Aaron Hogan, asst principal in College Station, TX & author of Shattering the Perfect #TeacherMyth. Excited to chat tonight!

texasbuckeye Jul 19 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Good evening #TXed! Dan, ES principal in Houston.

mrsbarfuss Jul 19 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Missy Barfuss @CyFairISD #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:31 PM EDT

I am Michael. Lead Learner @AltonElementary from one of the greatest school districts @BrenhamISD #TXed

TXEDMod - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Also, don't forget to include #TXed and #TeacherMyth in your answers.

BusEd11 Jul 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Theresa here from S. Illinois. I teach HS computer class and I am tired from a day of Google Summit! #edtechteam #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Hello stranger. Glad you had a great time at planning today. #TXed

In reply to @lori_lreyes

soeder_katie Jul 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Katie Soeder, ELAR Instructional Specialist....HOLA #TXed!!!!!!

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Hi Lori! #TXed

In reply to @lori_lreyes

megan_chriss Jul 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Glad to chat tonight. Megan from Katy, TX. #TXed

Hahne_KingEle Jul 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Hi y'all! Elyse catching #txed from DFW & the last few days of summer. Sped/behavior teacher in Katy.

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Hi Julie! Glad you're here for #TXed tonight!

In reply to @BurnsideMath

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Howdy Julie. Welcome back #TXed

In reply to @BurnsideMath

meredithakers - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Hello #txed !! #SuperExcited about tonight's #teachermyth chat! :)

PrincipalVest - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Jennifer Vest, Principal @BrenhamElem #txed Excied to talk more about #teachermyth tonight!

Tabitha_C4 Jul 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Tabitha Clabaugh 2nd grade teacher at Winona Elementary #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT

You are the man! #TXed #TeacherMyth

In reply to @aaron_hogan

LBell_Yegua Jul 19 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Howdy! Lindsay from Somerville Elementary! Excited to jump in tonight! #TXed

TXEDMod - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Q1 coming up in one minute! #TXed #TeacherMyth

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Hi Jennifer! I'm excited about the chat tonight! Hope you are doing well! #TXed #TeacherMyth

In reply to @PrincipalVest

meredithakers - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Yay!!! Thanks so much for joining #TXed again, Aaron!

In reply to @aaron_hogan

lamas_cynthia Jul 19 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Hello from Missouri. Ready for a grt discussion on #TeacherMyth #txed

missmcalister Jul 19 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Howdy! I’m Chandler McAlister from Dallas. I teach 5th grade ELAR and Science. #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Welcome Dan. We are glad that you are here. #TXed

In reply to @texasbuckeye

MrPowley Jul 19 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Hi #TXed. Lingering tonight... Interested to check this out...

CrutchfieldELA Jul 19 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Hi #TXed! I'm Kacey, 8th GT ELA teacher in #risdgreatness (Richardson, TX) Excited about #teachermyth!

SIOWehmeyer Jul 19 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Tara here, instructional specialist from Brenham ! Howdy! #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Welcome back!!! #TXed

In reply to @mrsbarfuss, @CyFairISD

debralcamp Jul 19 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Debbie Istructional Technologist from Texas #TXed #TeacherMyth

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Hi Dan! Hope the summer is treating you well so far. Glad you're here for #TXed tonight!

In reply to @texasbuckeye

PrincipalVest - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Hi @soeder_katie & @mrsbarfuss - thanks for joining us! #txed

missmcalister Jul 19 @ 9:33 PM EDT

This just made my day. Hey, Lindsay! #txed

In reply to @LBell_Yegua

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Hi Missy! Welcome to #TXed

In reply to @mrsbarfuss, @CyFairISD

meredithakers - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Welcome, Dan! So glad you joined #txed chat tonight!

In reply to @texasbuckeye

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Q1-Rejecting isolation. Why do you feel it is important and how do you collaborate daily? #TXed #TeacherMyth

TXEDMod - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Q1-Rejecting isolation. Why do you feel it is important and how do you collaborate daily? #TXed #TeacherMyth

Isham_Literacy Jul 19 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Hey #txed ! Reading specialist Kimberly from north TX ready to chat!

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Hi Michael! Hope the summer is treating you well so far! #TXed

In reply to @PrincipalOgg, @AltonElementary, @BrenhamISD

PrincipalVest - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Hey! I know you 😉 Glad to see you here again! #txed

In reply to @Hahne_KingEle

BarbaraGruener Jul 19 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Howdy #TxEd and #TeacherMyth from Barbara in Friendswood ISD, counselor and author of What's Under Your Cape? in TX.

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Welcome to #TXed Kacey #TeacherMyth

In reply to @CrutchfieldELA

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Love the gif, Megan! Welcome to #TXed!

In reply to @megan_chriss

YouAreDeserving Jul 19 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Hey #txed Wendy here ready for the chat

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:35 PM EDT

We are glad that you are here! #TXed

In reply to @lamas_cynthia

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 9:35 PM EDT

There's always great conversation at #TXed! Glad to be able to make it tonight!

In reply to @meredithakers

BurnsideMath Jul 19 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A1). Formally in PLCs. Informally, in our hallway! We greet our students but also chat about everything during passing periods. #txed

vickyfarias7716 Jul 19 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Hello! Victoria from Richardson Tx - Bilingual T - #TXed

meredithakers - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Hey.. lurk away! Feel free to add your thoughts :) We'd love to hear them! #txed

In reply to @MrPowley

MJMadda Jul 19 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Hi #txed! Mary Jo, former TX teacher, coming back down to Dallas/Austin/Houston for this #edtech event in August! https://t.co/4ZCCLcVSER

hmhinzie Jul 19 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Hello....first chat! So excited! #AESsummerfun #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A1-We are stronger together. There is so much more we can do with the kids when we work together #TXed #TeacherMyth

CrutchfieldELA Jul 19 @ 9:36 PM EDT

#TXed A1: collaboration w other Ts is important to broaden your ideas, challenge your thinking,&get reinforcement/affirmation. #teachermyth

missmcalister Jul 19 @ 9:36 PM EDT

#txed

missmcalister Jul 19 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A1 We must model collaboration for our Ss. I collaborate with others in the building, district, and online.

SIOWehmeyer Jul 19 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A1: my peeps likely get sick of my endless texts, emails, and soon to be Voxter messages... I have to chat with ppl, I can't function #TXed

BarbaraGruener Jul 19 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Oh my; welcome and prepare to be hooked on learning and growth! #TxEd

In reply to @hmhinzie

texasbuckeye Jul 19 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A1: it's too easy to feel like it's just you, be intentional about connecting, f2f and virtually. #TXed #TeacherMyth

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Q1-Rejecting isolation. Why do you feel it is important and how do you collaborate daily? #TXed #TeacherMyth

cslavin87 Jul 19 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Hi #TXed! I'm 1st gr. teacher turned Pre-K teacher this year in @RoundRockISD! #TeacherMyth

Isham_Literacy Jul 19 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A1 I don't spend much time in T lounge in order to avoid negativity. The need to collaborate and share is still there! #txed #TeacherMyth

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Q1-Rejecting isolation. Why do you feel it is important and how do you collaborate daily? #TXed #TeacherMyth

Hahne_KingEle Jul 19 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A1 Isolation isn't collaboration. Surround yourself with support from your PLN, encourage one another, & be present. #txed #teachermyth

MrPowley Jul 19 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A1 Inspiration comes from strange places. Started #gamification after a busi course. Great #xplap thread showing com. growth 2nite! #TXed

megan_chriss Jul 19 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A1: Being isolated is digging a hole with no way out. Collaboration allows you to create stairs climbing to be better.#TXed #Teachermyth

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Way to go Heather! Welcome to #TXed #TeacherMyth

In reply to @lori_lreyes, @hmhinzie

debralcamp Jul 19 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A Isolation is a choice now Collaboration is what is driving teaching & learning Encourage others 2 get connected & share #TXed #TeacherMyth

soeder_katie Jul 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A1: Collaboration is 'green and growing'. Being your own island promises stagnation...and that's boring! #TXed #TeacherMyth

missmcalister Jul 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT

I joined in for the first time last week and I am addicted now. #txed

In reply to @BarbaraGruener, @hmhinzie

mrsbarfuss Jul 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A1: 2 are better than 1. Sharing ideas, getting others opinions, asking questions, being visible and initiating conversations #txed

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT

I love what @simonsinek has to say about our need for each other. #TXed #TeacherMyth

lori_lreyes Jul 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT

#TXed A1-we collaborate at all times. It's important so we can grow professionally and personally.

cslavin87 Jul 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A1: I make sure to eat lunch with my colleagues! It's a brief 20 minutes of adult time that we NEED during the day! #TXed #TeacherMyth

Tabitha_C4 Jul 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A1: I collaborate with my grade level teachers daily to bounce ideas off of I'm still a new teacher so it helps! #txed

LBell_Yegua Jul 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A1 i would join Ts during lunch and have both prof and personal chats...get a feel for overall attitudes and thoughts #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Welcome Victoria. Glad you could make it. #TXed #TeacherMyth

In reply to @vickyfarias7716

MJMadda Jul 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Also this one in Dallas! https://t.co/tnVdfVCKer #TXed

texasbuckeye Jul 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT

If not the teachers lounge, where is best to connect with colleagues? #TXed

In reply to @Isham_Literacy

PrincipalVest - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Really wel - you? So glad you are joining us! #txed

In reply to @aaron_hogan

Isham_Literacy Jul 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Same here! I have to reach out to collaborate before or after school! #txed #TeacherMyth Twitter helps too!

In reply to @SIOWehmeyer

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Hi Barbara! Hope you're doing well! #TXed

In reply to @BarbaraGruener

hmhinzie Jul 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Surround yourself with likeminded people to hold you up not being you down. #TXed

nmlmajbro Jul 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A1: PLCs, emails, texts, stop by co-workers' classroom before or after school, a note in a mailbox. So many ways to connect & be real!#txed

meredithakers - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Agreed! When we feel isolated, there are no differing thoughts to challenge us and inspire us - connecting with others motivates! #txed

Hahne_KingEle Jul 19 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A1 Isolation isn't collaboration. Surround yourself with support from your PLN, encourage one another, & be present. #txed #teachermyth

BurnsideMath Jul 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT

And we meet one day a week for lunch for needed adult time and comraderie! So needed! #txed

cslavin87 Jul 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A1: I make sure to eat lunch with my colleagues! It's a brief 20 minutes of adult time that we NEED during the day! #TXed #TeacherMyth

YouAreDeserving Jul 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A1 Voxer chats and Blogging #txed

MrsBBondy Jul 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A1: Two brains are always better than one. Ss can feel the vibe between other staff members, they learn from our relationships! #txed

Pamela_Plagens Jul 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Pam Plagens - instructional specialist Brenham ISD - better late than never #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A1-We expect the kids to work together. Why can't we do this as teachers? #TXed

PrincipalVest - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Hi friend! #txed

In reply to @SIOWehmeyer

MsTomlinsonBHS Jul 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A1: I totally isolated myself my 1st year, but it's so much better to bounce ideas off of & grow & learn from one another #TXed #TeacherMyth

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A1 I always hear that I am on an island.but i have never felt that https://t.co/I3U8R7hNYq, twitter, conferences, other Ts @smenifee #txed

CrutchfieldELA Jul 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT

#TXed reject isolation&share joy&https://t.co/bNXa0b7VH5 is as important as collab! Thankful for + community at #RNJHnextlevel #teachermyth

macduffo Jul 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Retweeted Aaron Hogan (@aaron_hogan): I love what @simonsinek has to say about our need for each other. #TXed... https://t.co/uxNxO4C4JG

texasbuckeye Jul 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT

I think my goal is to make isolation a very, very unpopular choice. #TXed

In reply to @debralcamp

Isham_Literacy Jul 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT

In the hallways before or after school/classes. I seek others out. #txed #TeacherMyth

In reply to @texasbuckeye

TXEDMod - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Q2 is on the way! #TXed #TeacherMyth

MrPowley Jul 19 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A1 plus we all work so hard (Ts and Ss) we need to show off the mad skills! #TXed

HelenWilt Jul 19 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Join the chat right now Ferrah #txed #TeacherMyth

In reply to @FNGraham

BarbaraGruener Jul 19 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A1: Belonging is a basic need; connecting w others feeds it. I make the rounds at school to make sure we grow together! #txed #TeacherMyth

Hahne_KingEle Jul 19 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Workroom, planning room, in a team meeting. #txed

In reply to @texasbuckeye, @Isham_Literacy

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A1 Find your tribe! #txed

debralcamp Jul 19 @ 9:40 PM EDT

I think that is a fabulous goal! #TXed #TeacherMyth

In reply to @texasbuckeye

BurnsideMath Jul 19 @ 9:40 PM EDT

So true. We encourage/require them to work in groups... #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A1-We expect the kids to work together. Why can't we do this as teachers? #TXed

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A1: I'm on @voxer daily w @Mann4Edu & @J_Stew314. Iron sharpens iron. Gotta connect to ppl who challenge & support you. #TXed #TeacherMyth

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:40 PM EDT

I head straight to there room. Commit to a certain time and day and stick with it. #TXed #TeacherMyth

In reply to @texasbuckeye, @Isham_Literacy

HelenWilt Jul 19 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Hey all! #txed #TeacherMyth

BusEd11 Jul 19 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A1 - Daily is tough, I talk to the Ts across the hall & of course twitter! We have scheduled collaboration on Wednesday afternoons. #txed

TXEDMod - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Q2-How do you use social media to your advantage and how do you not get overloaded? #TXed #TeacherMyth

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Q2-How do you use social media to your advantage and how do you not get overloaded? #TXed #TeacherMyth

meredithakers - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:41 PM EDT

YES! #txed #teachermyth

mrsbarfuss Jul 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A1: 2 are better than 1. Sharing ideas, getting others opinions, asking questions, being visible and initiating conversations #txed

Isham_Literacy Jul 19 @ 9:41 PM EDT

I don't get a team meeting since I am the only Reading specialist on campus. #txed

In reply to @Hahne_KingEle, @texasbuckeye

hmhinzie Jul 19 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A1-surrounding yourself with individuals that build you up is the best way to stay posative so you can encourage others. #TXed

PrincipalVest - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A1: Ask and Listen! Talk less, reflect more. Using @GoogleForEdu tools is awesome for collaborating remotely. #txed

Pamela_Plagens Jul 19 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A1 - so important to learn from each other and collaborate. As leaders we have to foster positive environments where Ts can do that #txed

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 9:41 PM EDT

It's been a busy summer, but I'm enjoying it! #TXed

In reply to @PrincipalVest

Hahne_KingEle Jul 19 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Gotcha! Discussing ideas with others in a classroom or common area makes sense. #txed

In reply to @Isham_Literacy, @texasbuckeye

LBell_Yegua Jul 19 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Hello! It made me laugh so I thought I'd share! :) #TxEd

In reply to @missmcalister

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A1-Isolation leads to status quo. Collaboration leads to engagement #TXed

vickyfarias7716 Jul 19 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A1 integrate yourself-be inquisitive-share ideas-encourage collaboration w T's-discuss all the PLN's available & exude motivation! #txed

lauriesmcintosh Jul 19 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Kid baths and Mommy duty calls but you are all mine next week #TXed chat...

lamas_cynthia Jul 19 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A1: My motto is "Together we are better." Isolation breeds fear. I will tag, email, tweet out what I'm learning&model what I preach. #TXed

missmcalister Jul 19 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A2 I need to be better about joining in on twitter chats during the year. I get busy and don’t schedule time to collaborate this way. #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT

That is a great @voxer group there! #TXed #TeacherMyth

In reply to @aaron_hogan, @voxer, @Mann4Edu, @J_Stew314, @voxer

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A2: Gotta carve out time to connect in a meaningful way. Go with a purpose & accomplish it. #TXed #TeacherMYth

TXEDMod - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Q2-How do you use social media to your advantage and how do you not get overloaded? #TXed #TeacherMyth

lori_lreyes Jul 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT

#TXed A2-to get connected with others and share/gather ideas. I take time off from it.

MrPowley Jul 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A2 been focused on blogging at https://t.co/u4PliYRnCc and using Twitter to share and Hootsweet to schedule post promotion #TXed

PrincipalVest - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT

#Goals this year.Aside from the sanitary concerns 😉, I won't have a partner in my office this year so I need to eat away from my desk! #txed

cslavin87 Jul 19 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A1: I make sure to eat lunch with my colleagues! It's a brief 20 minutes of adult time that we NEED during the day! #TXed #TeacherMyth

finch_misty Jul 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Late to the party! Misty Finch, assistant principal #txed

BarbaraGruener Jul 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A2: Connect w/Voxer & tweets Important 2 schedule times to be connected online & offline; I unplug as much as possible. #txed #teachermyth

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A2 find your favorite chats, sites, people..your go-to's. You can't do everything all the time. :) #txed

nmlmajbro Jul 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT

TRY to only check 3 times a day during school year - morning, afternoon, night. #txed #Teacher Myth

BurnsideMath Jul 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A2). Simple way to "break" away from tech: phone face down to not see notifications during family/friend time/downtime etc. #txed

KristiHinze Jul 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Kristi Hinze, Brenham. Sorry for joining in late, VBS duties! #TXed

soeder_katie Jul 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A2: (1)Twitter is my new fav! (2) Reflection time/down time to let news ideas marinate. #TXed #TeacherMyth

MJMadda Jul 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT

How do we get rid of that isolation? #txed

In reply to @lamas_cynthia

LBell_Yegua Jul 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A2: Twitter is my fave...I want to get it better instituted on our campus. It's an amazing tool when used effectively #TxEd

PrincipalVest - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT

I love chatting on voxer - great way to collaborate! #txed

YouAreDeserving Jul 19 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A1 Voxer chats and Blogging #txed

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A2: I have a list of educators I go to when my feed feels overwhelming (or negative). Helps me challenge myself. #TXed #TeacherMyth

Hahne_KingEle Jul 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A2 Social media has been amazing for me. It's not just about retweeting and liking. It makes meaningful connections. #txed #teachermyth

megan_chriss Jul 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A2: As an introvert I find Twitter to be less draining than F2F PLCing. In 30 mins I gain more focused ideas that benefit my Ss #TXed

Tabitha_C4 Jul 19 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Newer to social media. Excited to try some of the apps mentioned in the book such as Nuzzel #txed

BusEd11 Jul 19 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A2 -I LOVE to learn from Twitter & share classroom activities. Social media makes it easy to work all the time, that's a problem. #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:44 PM EDT

Family first. See you next Wednesday. #TXed #TeacherMyth

In reply to @cslavin87, @lauriesmcintosh

YouAreDeserving Jul 19 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A2 Began a remind to encourage Ts throughout the year. Energy is created from social media collaboration. #txed

MsTomlinsonBHS Jul 19 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A2: SM is great for getting ideas from Ts all over the country but I often have to remind myself one 'big goal' at a time #TXed #TeacherMyth

cslavin87 Jul 19 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A2: Hm, it's hard not 2 get overloaded! I'm on Twitter more in the summer & conferences, maybe 1 chat/week during the yr? #txed #TeacherMyth

CrutchfieldELA Jul 19 @ 9:44 PM EDT

#TXed A2 Using twitter to grow PLN. Participating in chats, keeping up w conference contacts, connecting w authors,be inspired #teachermyth

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 9:44 PM EDT

It will ALWAYS help! Kudos to you for setting that habit the right way early on! #TXed #TeacherMyth

In reply to @Tabitha_C4

PrincipalVest - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:44 PM EDT

So true! We are always better together! #txed

In reply to @MsTomlinsonBHS

lamas_cynthia Jul 19 @ 9:44 PM EDT

My lunch crew and I have pledge a no negative attitude. We hold ourselves accountable. It has been wonderful. #txed #TeacherMyth

In reply to @Isham_Literacy

hmhinzie Jul 19 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A2-collaborating with other teachers, that you may not even know is a great way to learn something new #TXed

texasbuckeye Jul 19 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A2: it took a while to realize that I wasn't going to catch everything in the feed, that was difficult for me initially! #TXed #fomo

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Q2-How do you use social media to your advantage and how do you not get overloaded? #TXed #TeacherMyth

massignmenthelp Jul 19 @ 9:45 PM EDT

How to Write the Best Conclusion Chapter for Dissertation https://t.co/fqDrf25JSl #txed

mrsbarfuss Jul 19 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A2: using it purposefully. Keeping a focus for time spent on it. #txed

Isham_Literacy Jul 19 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A2 Schedule time 4 chats you want to participate in once or twice a wk. Other days limit your browsing time to 5-10 min. #txed #TeacherMyth

TXEDMod - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Q2-How do you use social media to your advantage and how do you not get overloaded? #TXed #TeacherMyth

KristiHinze Jul 19 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A2: To keep learning, sharing ideas through chats! #TXed

MsTomlinsonBHS Jul 19 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A2: also to not be afraid to step away from social media & be present in whatever it is I'm currently doing #TXed #TeacherMyth

meredithakers - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Seek out like minded educators through social media. Find others at your school who you can connect with #txed

In reply to @MJMadda, @lamas_cynthia

CrutchfieldELA Jul 19 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Same. It's tough to keep up during the yr. Might have to schedule a few nights/chats to stick to! #txed #teacherMyth

In reply to @cslavin87

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Yep! Too much blood, sweat, and tears goes into our work to pretend we can do it all on our own. #TXed #TeacherMyth

In reply to @MrPowley

soeder_katie Jul 19 @ 9:45 PM EDT

OMG, yes! Last week's #TXed chat totally got me energized! Makes me want to go out and conquer everything RIGHT NOW!

In reply to @YouAreDeserving

Isham_Literacy Jul 19 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Would love to have that! Maybe...#txed

In reply to @lamas_cynthia

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A2-Always great to be inspired by others you connect with. Make sure to step back and relax . #YouCantReadEveryTweet #TXed

debralcamp Jul 19 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Great advice. Being intentional with time is crucial! #TXed #TeacherMyth

In reply to @Isham_Literacy

SIOWehmeyer Jul 19 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A2 @PrincipalOgg would shutter every time I said "So I saw this thing on Twitter..." 🤣🤣🤣 #txed

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Yep. We want that for Ss (& will not be pleased if they won't do it), but we sure don't want to do that ourselves. #TXed #TeacherMyth

In reply to @SIOWehmeyer, @PrincipalOgg

BurnsideMath Jul 19 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Effectively is key word. It's a little learning curve to get real benefit of Twitter. #txed

LBell_Yegua Jul 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A2: Twitter is my fave...I want to get it better instituted on our campus. It's an amazing tool when used effectively #TxEd

TXEDMod - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Question 3 is coming up in one minute! #TXed #TeacherMyth

MJMadda Jul 19 @ 9:47 PM EDT

And admins can do a better job of giving teachers time to actually meet/connect! #txed

In reply to @meredithakers, @lamas_cynthia

Pamela_Plagens Jul 19 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A2 - Love using chats to learn from amazing educators - I just have to join in moderation #familytimefirst #txed

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Now the challenge is to find the next people to pour into. Don't believe the myth you need to wait til you have more exp. #TXed #TeacherMyth

In reply to @Tabitha_C4

Isham_Literacy Jul 19 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Summer is spoiling me, though. Spending way too much time on social media! Will need to wean myself down to reasonable amt time. #txed

In reply to @debralcamp

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:47 PM EDT

It is not about the social media tool you use. It is about the people you connect with #TXed #TeacherMyth

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A2: I have a list of educators I go to when my feed feels overwhelming (or negative). Helps me challenge myself. #TXed #TeacherMyth

vickyfarias7716 Jul 19 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A2 I jump in chats as much as I can-When I can't I still go thru it & learn from the discussion- I reflect & then focus on those needs #txed

MrsBBondy Jul 19 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A3: PLN, learn from others...it has been an amazing learning tool for me! I have made some pretty amazing friends! ❤️ #txed

LBell_Yegua Jul 19 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Start with a live chat while we are all together so those who struggle or are uncomfortable gain confidence b4 getting thrown in #txed

In reply to @Chris_Chappotin

lamas_cynthia Jul 19 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Mary, I hangout with Ts who I trust to be vulnerable. Build relationships with admins & staff. #txed #teachermyth

In reply to @MJMadda

TXEDMod - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Q3-How can we overcome our fear that we have nothing new to offer/help other educators and intentionally share? #TXed #TeacherMyth

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Q3-How can we overcome our fear that we have nothing new to offer/help other educators and intentionally share? #TXed #TeacherMyth

meredithakers - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Me too! I will admit that I was hesitate to follow new people because I couldn't keep up! Now I use lists to follow diff groups #txed

In reply to @texasbuckeye

finch_misty Jul 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A2 I ❤️ that twitter is a qk resource 4 info, ideas, & collaboration! I get on, stay a while or get a qk fix & always learn something! #txed

PrincipalVest - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A2:Learn & gather ideas from my #PLN. I would get on 2-3 chats/day if I could but family needs me too. I try to choose a few a week. #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Q2-How do you use social media to your advantage and how do you not get overloaded? #TXed #TeacherMyth

missmcalister Jul 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A2 there are fabulous groups of Ts by grade on Facebook. I love collaborating with them when a post pops up on my news feed. #txed

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A3: If you saw someone in distress and helped them outside of school, you'd be a hero. Why don't we do that in school? #TXed #TeacherMyth

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:49 PM EDT

No I did not!! It was I who taught you the ways of the force. #JediTwitterMaster #TXed #Teachermyth

SIOWehmeyer Jul 19 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A2 @PrincipalOgg would shutter every time I said "So I saw this thing on Twitter..." 🤣🤣🤣 #txed

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A3: You have something amazing to share. Yes YOU! Do not wait to share it. We NEED to hear YOUR experience! #TXed #TeacherMyth

SIOWehmeyer Jul 19 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A3 1st accept we are never done learning and 2nd listen more than you talk... listening typically triggers ideas for me #TXed

finch_misty Jul 19 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A3 Jump in! At 1st indisntread@lightly, but my confidence grew when ppl responded and liked my tweets! Took away alotmod fear!! #txed

MsTomlinsonBHS Jul 19 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A3: what might not be new to us could very well be new to someone else #TXed #TeacherMyth

texasbuckeye Jul 19 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A3: engage regularly, sometimes all it takes is that first LIKE on twitter. #TXed #TeacherMyth

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Q3-How can we overcome our fear that we have nothing new to offer/help other educators and intentionally share? #TXed #TeacherMyth

missmcalister Jul 19 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A3 Seek out new ideas and share. If they already knew, great. If they didn’t already know, then they learned something. Take a chance. #txed

debralcamp Jul 19 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A3 When you share you are reflecting & if that is solely for you, it's still good practice - bonus someone else learns #TXed #TeacherMyth

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Can't let things take us from our first priority. #TXed #TeacherMyth

Pamela_Plagens Jul 19 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A2 - Love using chats to learn from amazing educators - I just have to join in moderation #familytimefirst #txed

PrincipalVest - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Totally agree - Twitter can be a game changer on a variety of levels! #txed #personalPD #shareyourstory #branding

LBell_Yegua Jul 19 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A2: Twitter is my fave...I want to get it better instituted on our campus. It's an amazing tool when used effectively #TxEd

Pamela_Plagens Jul 19 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A3 - start small - a campus or district chat helps get educators started - @Tommyspall and #bisdconnect were awesome #txed

Hahne_KingEle Jul 19 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A3 Jump outside the box and use your voice. What each person says matters to someone. #teachermyth #txed

MrPowley Jul 19 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A3 use blogging as a personal reflection journal and then as you get into chats you'll find youbhave a lot to offer #TXed

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Glad you're here tonight! Add in! Even if it seems ordinary or like everyone might know it. Add it to the convo! #TXed #TeacherMyth

In reply to @Tabitha_C4

lamas_cynthia Jul 19 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A2: Grt Q! My Twitter journey was slow going at first but ❤️the PLN I have in my content area and specific ed themes #txed #teachermyth

YouAreDeserving Jul 19 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A3. My "One Word". #Fearless. This is my Montra this year, and I have not been disappointed with results. #txed #CrandallLearns

finch_misty Jul 19 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A3 cont @reminds me hearing @TechNinjaTodd discussing his first time on Twitter and what followed... #txed

cslavin87 Jul 19 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A3: Haha, my problem is having too many ideas and wanting to share them all! I need to CHILL.... and mostly listen! #TXed #TeacherMyth

meredithakers - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A3: Share everything! Even if you think everyone already knows... they may share back a variation that will help you grow! #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:51 PM EDT

The key part about communication is not talking but listening to others. #TXed #TeacherMyth

SIOWehmeyer Jul 19 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A3 1st accept we are never done learning and 2nd listen more than you talk... listening typically triggers ideas for me #TXed

CrutchfieldELA Jul 19 @ 9:51 PM EDT

#TXed A3: remember that we want to learn &for others to help us. We can be that for someone else! #teachermyth

meghan_myracle Jul 19 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A2: I love twitter & IG because I get to "surround myself" with some of the best educators just by grabbing my phone. #txed

megan_chriss Jul 19 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A3: Never let an idea or dream stay in your head. Steve Jobs was probably told an iPhone would never sell by at least one person. #TXed

Isham_Literacy Jul 19 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A3 There are always Ts that are a step behind you in learning. Reach out and bring them along with you on the journey! #txed

TXEDMod - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Q3-How can we overcome our fear that we have nothing new to offer/help other educators and intentionally share? #TXed #TeacherMyth

Tabitha_C4 Jul 19 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A3: Learn new things. If you continue learning you will always have new things to share #txed

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A3: What's the best way to overcome the fear we have nothing to share? Start sharing! #TXed #TeacherMyth

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Great educators share their gift with other educators. #TXed #TeacherMyth

MsTomlinsonBHS Jul 19 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A3: what might not be new to us could very well be new to someone else #TXed #TeacherMyth

BarbaraGruener Jul 19 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A3: We ALL have something to offer; how we deliver that something will look, sound & feel different. Invite Ts to share; make it safe! #txed

PrincipalVest - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A3: Even if 9/10 people have heard your idea or suggestion, you may help the 1 who hasn't, & you will ALWAYS learn something yourself. #txed

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A3 The more you share, the more you will support others, & the more your confidence will build, & the more you'll share! #TXed #TeacherMyth

lori_lreyes Jul 19 @ 9:52 PM EDT

#TXed A3-listen and be willing to learn. sometimes using what you learned, you'll find out simething new and you can share it

meredithakers - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:52 PM EDT

This is so hard for me, too. I always feel like I'm missing out!!!! HA! #txed

In reply to @PrincipalVest

Tommyspall - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Still doing #bisdconnect this upcoming year as a bisdwired team. Be on the lookout! Last Thursday of every month! #txed

Pamela_Plagens Jul 19 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A3 - start small - a campus or district chat helps get educators started - @Tommyspall and #bisdconnect were awesome #txed

finch_misty Jul 19 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A3 Jump in! At 1st I did tread lightly, but my confidence grew when ppl responded and liked my tweets! Took away a lot of fear!! #txed

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 9:52 PM EDT

An absolute shame! We are missing out when people hold onto their ideas! #TXed #TeacherMyth

BusEd11 Jul 19 @ 9:51 PM EDT

It is a shame how often I hear teachers say "I don't do anything good enough".

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:52 PM EDT

We need to do this again buddy #BISDconnect #TXed #TeacherMyth

Pamela_Plagens Jul 19 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A3 - start small - a campus or district chat helps get educators started - @Tommyspall and #bisdconnect were awesome #txed

PrincipalVest - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Hi there, friend! #txed Glad you're here!

In reply to @finch_misty

TeachFangs Jul 19 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A3 I love it when veteran teachers purposefully learn from their newest colleagues!! #learningforever #TXed

MJMadda Jul 19 @ 9:53 PM EDT

As long as they have pathways to facilitate that sharing -- I oftentimes felt like I didn't, or that my admins didn't care... #txed

In reply to @PrincipalOgg

hmhinzie Jul 19 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A3 listen to others. Try to talk to someone. You may tell them a new nugget of info. #TXed

soeder_katie Jul 19 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A3:Get a thinking partner- bounce ideas off of them. Getting feedback from @josie_flores03 always helps me get out there! #TXed #TeacherMyth

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Yep! If it's important, we give our time to it! #TXed #TeacherMyth

MJMadda Jul 19 @ 9:47 PM EDT

And admins can do a better job of giving teachers time to actually meet/connect! #txed
In reply to @meredithakers, @lamas_cynthia

PrincipalVest - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Amen! Such a good question! #txed

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A3: If you saw someone in distress and helped them outside of school, you'd be a hero. Why don't we do that in school? #TXed #TeacherMyth

HelenWilt Jul 19 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A3 Even if just 1 person learns something I share, it's worth it. #nofear #txed #TeacherMyth

texasbuckeye Jul 19 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Some folks are overcome by he pressure of the perfect post. #TXed #TeacherMyth

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A3: What's the best way to overcome the fear we have nothing to share? Start sharing! #TXed #TeacherMyth

debralcamp Jul 19 @ 9:53 PM EDT

The video you have shared about your journey is a motivator! Obvious to you...amazing to others! #TXed #TeacherMyth

In reply to @aaron_hogan

MrsBBondy Jul 19 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A3: It helps taking risks with a team to lean on for support! #txed

BurnsideMath Jul 19 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A3). I had wonderful mentors and veteran teachers who really helped me out my first few years. Time to pay it forward. #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A3-@burgessdave once said that it is our moral obligation to share our great ideas with others. #TXed #TeacherMyth

TXEDMod - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Here comes Question 4 #TXed #TeacherMyth

MJMadda Jul 19 @ 9:54 PM EDT

The power of FOMO... (fear of missing out) #txed

In reply to @meredithakers, @PrincipalVest

EduGladiators Jul 19 @ 9:54 PM EDT

🤔 Is there a Digital Divide in your bldg? Join #EduGladiators SATURDAY w/@Terencewhite23 #sblchat #UDLChat #Txed #makeitreal #PTchat

matthew_arend Jul 19 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Can't believe I missed @aaron_hogan in North Texas! Gonna have to settle for #TXed instead! Hey all.

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Always honored to be mentioned in the same breath as @JoyKirr! Thanks, Kacey! #TXed #TeacherMyth

CrutchfieldELA Jul 19 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Conviction from @aaron_hogan is becoming a thing. Also, this makes me think of @JoyKirr! Follow those who inspire & challenge you.

YouAreDeserving Jul 19 @ 9:54 PM EDT

This is why I do what I do! #txed

stephdillon_268 Jul 18 @ 10:25 AM EDT

Loving this training so far! Right up my alley! @MrsAdamsCMS #CrandallLearns

BusEd11 Jul 19 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A3 - and some say "well it works for her but it will not work for me" You cannot know that unless you try something new. #txed

meghan_myracle Jul 19 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A3: Don't just share success and great ideas. Let yourself share the not great ones as well, collaborate & improve ideas together. #txed

LBell_Yegua Jul 19 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A3 we have to get out of our own heads! Host a staff meeting like a mini edcamp... #TXed

TXEDMod - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Q4-What practices or long-held ideas do we have in our schools that could use some re-thinking? #TXed #TeacherMyth

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Q4-What practices or long-held ideas do we have in our schools that could use some re-thinking? #TXed #TeacherMyth

mrsbarfuss Jul 19 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Find a friend! It helps to have someone you are familiar with when doing the unfamiliar. Also focus on others. #TXed

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Hi Matt! It was a quick trip for me. We'll have to connect next time! Glad you're here for #TXed

In reply to @matthew_arend

KristiHinze Jul 19 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A3: get out of your comfort zone because the perspective you give may enlighten others. #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A3 your voice is important. someone out there needs and wants to hear what you have to say. :) #txed

Tommyspall - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Tom Spall (Summer recluse) hopping on for the first time this summer... Straight from Hot Springs, AR. Vacay W/ the family! #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:55 PM EDT

#truth #dropmic #TXed #TeacherMyth

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A3: What's the best way to overcome the fear we have nothing to share? Start sharing! #TXed #TeacherMyth

LBell_Yegua Jul 19 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Offer topics of interest and when ppl see others in need they'll feel more confident sharing #txed

LBell_Yegua Jul 19 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A3 we have to get out of our own heads! Host a staff meeting like a mini edcamp... #TXed

PrincipalVest - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:55 PM EDT

So true - I totally geeked out when @fishphilosophy started following me on Twitter! There work has made a HUGE impact on my life! #txed

texasbuckeye Jul 19 @ 9:49 PM EDT
A3: engage regularly, sometimes all it takes is that first LIKE on twitter. #TXed #TeacherMyth
- PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:48 PM EDT
  
  Q3-How can we overcome our fear that we have nothing new to offer/help other educators and intentionally share? #TXed #TeacherMyth

missmcalister Jul 19 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A4 Spelling lists. I am saying “adios” to a one size fits all spelling approach this year! #txed

BarbaraGruener Jul 19 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A4: How we dole out homework? How we've gone away from handwriting skills & teaching cursive? Social skills training? #TxEd #teachermyth

In reply to @TXEDMod

lamas_cynthia Jul 19 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A3: I have to credit others 4 building my confidence ex: @MrsRScott @DrPhog11 @mrarnote @jenepperson then pass the ❤️forward to others #txed

matthew_arend Jul 19 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A4: back to school nights, open house, conferences, discipline...just to name a few. #TXed

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A3: Watch this video at least once a month. Then share something your learning. https://t.co/ouS3RYvc8T #TXed #TeacherMyth

PrincipalVest - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Totally agree - Reflection is a HUGE part of growth helping you solidify what you are REALLY about. #txed

debralcamp Jul 19 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A3 When you share you are reflecting & if that is solely for you, it's still good practice - bonus someone else learns #TXed #TeacherMyth

mrsbarfuss Jul 19 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A4: HOMEWORK, Grading, same old projects bc "we've always done them" #TXed

LBell_Yegua Jul 19 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A4 sit and get staff meetings...they need to be set up as learning opportunities and collaboration time #TXed

Tommyspall - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A4: that tech needs to be used NON-Stop in the classroom. False! Use it when appropriate to help drive engagement and instruction. #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A4-Think it might be time to start looking more at standard based grading. #TXed #TeacherMyth

lori_lreyes Jul 19 @ 9:57 PM EDT

#txed A4-homework and spelling practices

BusEd11 Jul 19 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A4 - The idea that Ss don't want to learn. #txed

vickyfarias7716 Jul 19 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A3 feel confident to offer/share ideas/work-Putting yourself out there will result in collaboration & #PLN - either way you will grow #txed

cslavin87 Jul 19 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A4: #ReadingInTheWild by @donalynbooks - We have to re-think leveled books and give kids more time 2 read what they want #TXed #TeacherMyth

MJMadda Jul 19 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Honestly? "Force" isn't involved. There isn't a "consequence" attached when it focuses on student engagement... instead of compliance. #txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:58 PM EDT

That's because we were speaking at #NTVC2017. It's a good reason. :) #Txed

In reply to @matthew_arend, @aaron_hogan

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Thanks for that reminder! Just dropped it into #TXed #TeacherMyth

In reply to @debralcamp

CrutchfieldELA Jul 19 @ 9:58 PM EDT

#TXed A4- homework. sitting for 8 hrs/day. participation grades. book reports. #teachermyth #DitchBook

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A4-Dare I say the elephant in the room. STAAR?!? #TXed #TeacherMyth

megan_chriss Jul 19 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A4: Students need homework to be successful. Students need time with their family not worksheets that will never be graded. #txed

Pamela_Plagens Jul 19 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A4 - homework and are we truly grading progress on standards with current grades #txed

debralcamp Jul 19 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Q4. Grading and how we give feedback! #TXed #TeacherMyth

JWrightTeaches Jul 19 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A4: Finding a balance between documenting for others and doing things we know make a meaningful difference #txed #teachermyth

soeder_katie Jul 19 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A4: HOMEWORK! Time to.... #TXed #TeacherMyth Focus on higher yielding teaching practices.

BurnsideMath Jul 19 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A4). Differentiated, personalized instruction but timed, standardized tests. #txed

PrincipalVest - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:58 PM EDT

This makes me sad - we need to be seeking out these people and helping the. Find their greatness! #txed #TeacherMyth

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 9:52 PM EDT
An absolute shame! We are missing out when people hold onto their ideas! #TXed #TeacherMyth
- BusEd11 Jul 19 @ 9:51 PM EDT
  
  It is a shame how often I hear teachers say "I don't do anything good enough".

Tommyspall - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A4: The only time you can take your class outside the classroom is for recess. False! Your school, pln, & community IS your classroom! #TXed

MJMadda Jul 19 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A4: "Students can't self-direct their learning." #txed

HelenWilt Jul 19 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A4 Grading and how we put Ss in grade levels. I see fluid movement between classes of interest & need, not based on age #TXed #TeacherMyth

lamas_cynthia Jul 19 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Agree. Blogging was a risk for me but when I focused on it being my way to reflect it eased the fear #txed #teachermyth

In reply to @MrPowley

MsTomlinsonBHS Jul 19 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Yes!!! As an English teacher & book lover, I so believe in the power of choice in order to facilitate a love of reading #TXed #TeacherMyth

cslavin87 Jul 19 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A4: #ReadingInTheWild by @donalynbooks - We have to re-think leveled books and give kids more time 2 read what they want #TXed #TeacherMyth

lauriesmcintosh Jul 19 @ 9:59 PM EDT

#KidsDeserveIt #TLAP #TXed chats are my favourite.

In reply to @teacher2teacher, @Hahne_KingEle, @GruenTiff, @mrssim19, @ThatMrsHackett, @bmilla84, @DenaVDB, @MrBartmas, @LeachTeach4, @tammykflores, @Miss_D_Valenti

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A4-That a quiet classroom is an engaged classroom #TXed #TeacherMyth

matthew_arend Jul 19 @ 9:59 PM EDT

W/ out stirring the pot...I think its a conundrum how we blast homework yet miss handwriting. Can they both evolve to match learning? #txed

In reply to @BarbaraGruener, @TXEDMod

HelenWilt Jul 19 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Lol, yes!! #txed #TeacherMyth

In reply to @soeder_katie

MJMadda Jul 19 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Another A4: "Everything can be handled/fixed during planning time." 45 min a day (if you're lucky) is not enough time. #txed

hmhinzie Jul 19 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Staff meetings should be more collaborative #TXed

YouAreDeserving Jul 19 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Have to go...Been an AWESOME chat with Amazing Educators! #txed

DevEducators Jul 19 @ 10:00 PM EDT

A4: Thinking the book is the curriculum. #TXed #TeacherMyth

meredithakers - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:00 PM EDT

A4: I'd like us to rethink how students move through grade levels in school - would be better to teach to mastery at Ss own pace #txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:00 PM EDT

A4 Leaders are also teachers, specialists, etc. #txed

HowardKiyuna Jul 19 @ 10:00 PM EDT

A4: Grade levels, grades, seats, bells, subjects and of course blame (called accountability)... #txed

finch_misty Jul 19 @ 10:00 PM EDT

A4: homework, old-fashioned book reports, out-dated projects #txed

matthew_arend Jul 19 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Truth #txed

In reply to @KelleyJAndrews, @aaron_hogan

Tommyspall - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:01 PM EDT

A4: Your Instructional/Content Specialist are only there for you when you Need help. False! We are here for you 24/7, good or bad. #TXed

TXEDMod - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:01 PM EDT

One minute until Question 5! #TXed #TeacherMyth

MsTomlinsonBHS Jul 19 @ 10:01 PM EDT

AMEN! #TXed #TeacherMyth

In reply to @PrincipalOgg

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 10:01 PM EDT

A4: 5 conversations (& some resources for further investigation) for disrupting the status quo #TXed #TeacherMyth

BurnsideMath Jul 19 @ 10:01 PM EDT

A4) part 2: No consumer math taught at high school level. #txed

BarbaraGruener Jul 19 @ 10:01 PM EDT

A4b: Also some of these #fixedmindset thoughts that need to be unlocked. #TxEd #TeacherMyth

PrincipalVest - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:01 PM EDT

It is in my top 5 favorite edu-things! #txed #chooseyourattitude #play #maketheirday #bethere How can one not agree w/ that? @fishphilosophy

BarbaraGruener Jul 19 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Eeeek! I read the FISH philosophy book; SO great! Just followed them.
In reply to @PrincipalVest, @fishphilosophy

vickyfarias7716 Jul 19 @ 10:01 PM EDT

A4 the practice of not having certain practices in place-We need #edcamps - #PLN - T driven/led sessions differentiated to T's needs #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Q5-Are you a doubter or a questioner? How do you move forward with a plan when you don't have all the answers? #TXed #TeacherMyth

PrincipalNyberg Jul 19 @ 10:02 PM EDT

I see that pendulum swinging back eventually, but I'm with you. It needs to be rethought with an emphasis on learning! #txed

In reply to @matthew_arend, @BarbaraGruener, @TXEDMod

MJMadda Jul 19 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Why have I never heard of this?? #txed

In reply to @BarbaraGruener, @PrincipalVest, @fishphilosophy

MrsBBondy Jul 19 @ 10:02 PM EDT

A4: there is always room for change every year things need to be tweaked. Growth Mindset!! #txed

TeachFangs Jul 19 @ 10:02 PM EDT

A4 Why do we organize students chronologically according to birth dates instead of according to their academic mastery?#TXed

Hahne_KingEle Jul 19 @ 10:02 PM EDT

A4 Grading, sitting in hard chairs, field trips (hello google expeditions), recess (too little) #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Is this a hint? #TXed #TeacherMyth

hmhinzie Jul 19 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Staff meetings should be more collaborative #TXed

matthew_arend Jul 19 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Which is why building ldrs and teachers must work together to find ways to find better use of them during the day. #TxEd

MJMadda Jul 19 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Another A4: "Everything can be handled/fixed during planning time." 45 min a day (if you're lucky) is not enough time. #txed

PrincipalVest - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:02 PM EDT

A4: Homework and conduct cards are in my top 2. #txed

BarbaraGruener Jul 19 @ 10:03 PM EDT

You're preaching to the choir, my friend. It's time for a huge shift in thinking, embracing and doing! #TxEd #TeacherMyth

In reply to @matthew_arend, @TXEDMod

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Hi Tom! I was just thinking I hadn't seen you in a chat in a while. Glad you're here! #TXed #TeacherMyth

In reply to @Tommyspall

PrincipalVest - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:03 PM EDT

A4: Homework and conduct cards are in my top 5. #txed

MJMadda Jul 19 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Couldn't agree more. #txed

In reply to @matthew_arend

LBell_Yegua Jul 19 @ 10:03 PM EDT

A5: a mix...but I choose to have faith in my leaders and go with it. If it works great, if not learn from it. Not easy but necessary #TXed

DevEducators Jul 19 @ 10:03 PM EDT

A5: A questioner .. Collaborative conversations w/ lots of brainstorming. #TXed #TeacherMyth

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:03 PM EDT

Thanks for joining Wendy. Please join us again next Wednesday. #TXed #TeacherMyth

In reply to @YouAreDeserving

TeachFangs Jul 19 @ 10:04 PM EDT

A6 Be patient! Rush a Smore and you get a 'Sburnt. #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:04 PM EDT

#KABOOM! #TXed #TeacheMyth

DevEducators Jul 19 @ 10:00 PM EDT

A4: Thinking the book is the curriculum. #TXed #TeacherMyth

PrincipalVest - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Miss your face too! #txed

In reply to @Tommyspall

Tabitha_C4 Jul 19 @ 10:04 PM EDT

A5: If the students ask me a question I don't know or didn't plan for I say "I don't know, let's look it up" #txed

hmhinzie Jul 19 @ 10:04 PM EDT

I question until I understand or have a "picture" in my head! #TXed

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 10:04 PM EDT

#TXed is flying tonight!

lori_lreyes Jul 19 @ 10:04 PM EDT

#txed A5-I question and if I don't have an answer, I research it or pick the brain of a colleague

meredithakers - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Leaders should model strategies we want in classrooms in the meetings and PD we lead! Collab, blended learning, product creation #txed

vickyfarias7716 Jul 19 @ 10:01 PM EDT

A4 the practice of not having certain practices in place-We need #edcamps - #PLN - T driven/led sessions differentiated to T's needs #txed

Isham_Literacy Jul 19 @ 10:04 PM EDT

A5 I am definitely a questioner! When I don't have the answers, I move forward until I hit a bump in the road and then adjust course. #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:02 PM EDT

Q5-Are you a doubter or a questioner? How do you move forward with a plan when you don't have all the answers? #TXed #TeacherMyth

SIOWehmeyer Jul 19 @ 10:04 PM EDT

A5 questioner all the way, and I'm a jump in both feet and figure out the holes On the way down kind of gal... must be my orange side #TXed

lamas_cynthia Jul 19 @ 10:04 PM EDT

A4: I need 2 work on grading. What 2 grade? When 2 grade? How 2 grade? At the hs level we not only battle w/Ss but Ps as well #txed

KristiHinze Jul 19 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Agree 100% #TxEd

LBell_Yegua Jul 19 @ 10:03 PM EDT

A5: a mix...but I choose to have faith in my leaders and go with it. If it works great, if not learn from it. Not easy but necessary #TXed

BurnsideMath Jul 19 @ 10:04 PM EDT

A5). There comes a point when you've done enough research, reflection, and planning and just need to JUMP! Go for it! #txed

Pamela_Plagens Jul 19 @ 10:05 PM EDT

A5 - both.. a goal for this year is to be a questioner more! Trust more, listen more, learn more #txed

Hahne_KingEle Jul 19 @ 10:05 PM EDT

A5 In-between: I question and doubt. Looking ahead, my goal is to reach out to others & Give Ss the best they need! #txed #teachermyth

missmcalister Jul 19 @ 10:05 PM EDT

A5 I collaborate with another teacher until I find the answer. Just finished 1st year teaching. I asked questions constantly.#growing #txed

matthew_arend Jul 19 @ 10:05 PM EDT

A5: before you answer Q5 know where you are on the innovation bell curve. #TXed

megan_chriss Jul 19 @ 10:05 PM EDT

A5: Questioner wanting to know all possible outcomes. I love bouncing ideas off my peeps & coming up w/ various solutions. #txed

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 10:06 PM EDT

That teaches them so much that is great for them! Thanks for showing that vulnerability and helping them learn to learn! #TXed #TeacherMyth

In reply to @Tabitha_C4

BusEd11 Jul 19 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A5 -Question, is there a better way? How can I reach that tough student? Is that Ss dealing with a struggling homelife? Who can help? #txed

debralcamp Jul 19 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A5. A questioner, but more importantly I work in an environment that encourages ? & is ok when our answers don't work & we ? again #TXed

BarbaraGruener Jul 19 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A5: I never have all the answers, only questions. It's how counselors roll but it's also great for #reflection & growth! #TxEd #TeacherMyth

HelenWilt Jul 19 @ 10:06 PM EDT

I hate conduct cards!!! #txed #TeacherMyth

In reply to @PrincipalVest

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A5-You can question all you want and you may never find the answer. Take a risk, try it and seek questions/answers as you go #TXed

JWrightTeaches Jul 19 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A5 I admit I'm better initiating change than having it dropped on me, but I prefer it to stagnation any day #teachermyth #TXed

LBell_Yegua Jul 19 @ 10:06 PM EDT

Good for you and keep asking! I'm 6 years in and I always have them! #txed

missmcalister Jul 19 @ 10:05 PM EDT

A5 I collaborate with another teacher until I find the answer. Just finished 1st year teaching. I asked questions constantly.#growing #txed

MrsKettler Jul 19 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A1 I follow Ts through #PLN & other social medias that inspire me to be better for my students. There are a lot our district too! #txed

meredithakers - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A5: how do you move forward with a plan when you don't have all the answer? Faith. Step out. Believe you'll find them. Work hard. #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Same here #TXed #TeacherMyth

Pamela_Plagens Jul 19 @ 10:05 PM EDT

A5 - both.. a goal for this year is to be a questioner more! Trust more, listen more, learn more #txed

vickyfarias7716 Jul 19 @ 10:07 PM EDT

A5 I'm a questioner-I make a "plan" to plan- I collaborate w others that are knowledgeable in areas that may not be my strength- #txed

MrPowley Jul 19 @ 10:07 PM EDT

A5 How do you eat an elephant? 1 bite at a time. See a problem fix a problem and move on to the next one... #txed

matthew_arend Jul 19 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Knowing your position helps you adjust in your response to change. #Txed

matthew_arend Jul 19 @ 10:05 PM EDT

A5: before you answer Q5 know where you are on the innovation bell curve. #TXed

PrincipalVest - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Get the book - easy read. Well worth it! #txed

In reply to @MJMadda, @BarbaraGruener, @fishphilosophy

DevEducators Jul 19 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Never heard of conduct cards?? #TXed #TeacherMyth

In reply to @HelenWilt, @PrincipalVest

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 10:07 PM EDT

Here's a way our PD disrupted status quo: Create Simple Personalized Professional Development https://t.co/6HFHll99p1 #TXed #TeacherMyth

TXEDMod - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:08 PM EDT

Final question coming up in one minute. #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A5 Yoda technique usually. #txed But sometimes we do just try. :P

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:08 PM EDT

@SIOWehmeyer reminded me last year that sometimes you just have to start. Do what is best for kids and the answers will come to you #TXed

finch_misty Jul 19 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A5 a questioner, at times a doubter (I'm human), but I often question to learn. It's ok to move forward w/o the answers - take risks! #TXed

MsTomlinsonBHS Jul 19 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A5: it can be hard, but it's okay to fail and say 'I don't know' -- showing that vulnerability! #TXed #TeacherMyth

MrsBBondy Jul 19 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A5: Both, have faith when taking risks and collaborate with others. #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Q6-What is the best PD you have ever received? What could be done on your campust to make every experience like this one? #TXed #TeacherMyth

TXEDMod - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Q6-What is the best PD you have ever received? What could be done on your campust to make every experience like this one? #TXed #TeacherMyth

MrsKettler Jul 19 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A2 - I try to use social media for collaboration, not comparison. Helping my students grow is my number one priority. #txed

cslavin87 Jul 19 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Gotta go #Txed! Great chat & greater questions! #TeacherMyth

PrincipalVest - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Agreed - 20 marked with a happy face stamp and 2 that truly need something more individualized ....#wasteofsuppliesandtime #txed

In reply to @mrsbarfuss

matthew_arend Jul 19 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A5: Sometimes you Just Say Yes and help find the answers along the way! https://t.co/3q94kBh7FW #TXed

MJMadda Jul 19 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Awesome, thanks! #txed

In reply to @BarbaraGruener, @PrincipalVest, @fishphilosophy

CrutchfieldELA Jul 19 @ 10:09 PM EDT

#TXed A5-BOTH. pretty good at questioning, but tend to doubt if it's my own idea. trying to move past the #perfectionism. #teacherMyth

JWrightTeaches Jul 19 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A5: Strong preparation is diff. from having all the answers.An inquiry mindset is powerful - as a model for Ss, and for where it leads #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A5-Truly I am both. Pros and cons to both. Again, have faith and do what is best for kids. #TeacheMyth #TXed

PrincipalVest - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Card that goes home with each student/daily weekly to report behavior. #txed

In reply to @DevEducators, @HelenWilt

soeder_katie Jul 19 @ 10:09 PM EDT

A5: If what you have planned is what's best for kids, then go for it! #TXed #TeacherMyth

HelenWilt Jul 19 @ 10:09 PM EDT

You are lucky. Every S has a card/sheet that goes home every week w/ E, S, N or U on it. P signs & returns. Archaic #txed #TeacherMyth

In reply to @DevEducators, @PrincipalVest

DevEducators Jul 19 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A6: W/out being specific. Low pressure, time to play/learn w/ a down-to-earth presenter. #TXed #TeacherMyth

Tommyspall - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A5: I'd like to say I jump in.... But I'm such a planner. I rely A LOT on my friends, peers, and co-workers to help plan & implement #txed

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 10:10 PM EDT

My wife may not love it but there is evidence of my early adopter tendencies all around our house (HD-DVD player, MiniDisc plater etc) #TXed

In reply to @matthew_arend

Isham_Literacy Jul 19 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A6 One that includes #voice & #choice ! Hands on and interactive. Opp. to practice learning. #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Q6-What is the best PD you have ever received? What could be done on your campust to make every experience like this one? #TXed #TeacherMyth

urbie Jul 19 @ 10:10 PM EDT

Funny thing about instructor lecturing to PowerPoint. @MsVenturino blogged about liking the modality #TXed #teachermyth It’s personal tho

In reply to @aaron_hogan, @MsVenturino

KristiHinze Jul 19 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A5: I think I am in the middle! Always up for a new challenge especially for the good of students! #txed

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A6: I LOVE me some EdCamp PD. Not going to lie. It's one of my favorites. #TXed #TeacherMyth

TXEDMod - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:09 PM EDT

Q6-What is the best PD you have ever received? What could be done on your campust to make every experience like this one? #TXed #TeacherMyth

matthew_arend Jul 19 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A6: best PD is full of choice and voice with built in time for questions and conversations. Sounds like what learning should b for Ss. #TXed

MrsKettler Jul 19 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A3 We expect Ss to learn daily, so I must try to learn/grow daily. The most growth happens when we step outside of our comfort zone #txed

DevEducators Jul 19 @ 10:11 PM EDT

Wow! Week called these weekly sheets & we only gave them out for intervention purposes ... a long time ago. Yikes! #TXed #TeacherMyth

In reply to @HelenWilt, @PrincipalVest

lamas_cynthia Jul 19 @ 10:11 PM EDT

I'm the same Dr. Doubt & Mrs. Question. I'm a little bit doubting and a little bit questioning. I give the best I can with planning. #txed

In reply to @Hahne_KingEle

BarbaraGruener Jul 19 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A6: Highly recommend poolside PD w/#alternativeseating. We made sensory bottles, did role plays. https://t.co/C87w8IJNvR #TxEd #TeacherMyth

SIOWehmeyer Jul 19 @ 10:11 PM EDT

A6 difficult conversations and being vulnerable as a coach...#TXed

lori_lreyes Jul 19 @ 10:11 PM EDT

#TXed A6-lots of interaction and it was meaningful.

Tabitha_C4 Jul 19 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A6: PD on teaching kids in poverty from someone who grew up in poverty. She was passionate about the subject. Really moving #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A6-Anytime where you can collaborate with others. Sharing and learning from others is the best #TXed #TeacheMyth

PrincipalVest - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A5:Definitely a questioner. You learn so much w/ the right questions. I would say start small w/a plan you can execute well & add on. #txed

In reply to @PrincipalOgg

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 10:12 PM EDT

Certainly there are exceptions. Most important to align the medium, message, and audience. #TXed #TeacherMyth

In reply to @urbie, @MsVenturino

hmhinzie Jul 19 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A very interactive, hands on training. Lots of breaks. Chocolate on the table...all day! #TXed

Isham_Literacy Jul 19 @ 10:12 PM EDT

#voice & #choice ! #txed

In reply to @aaron_hogan

missmcalister Jul 19 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A6 Poverty simulation at @SamfordEd to understand what it’s like to live in poverty. #txed

LBell_Yegua Jul 19 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A6 hands down Edcamp...make staff meetings like this. Not all...maybe 1/month. Great way to work w/Ts you don't see reg #txed

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A6: Just jumping onto twitter or into a chat can be great PD for me #TXed #TeacherMyth

matthew_arend Jul 19 @ 10:12 PM EDT

I'm guilty! I run through the wall first and tell everyone what I learned. #txed

In reply to @aaron_hogan

BusEd11 Jul 19 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A6 - A variety is important to great PD. I have a mix of Twitter, edcamps, networking and conferences. #txed

JWrightTeaches Jul 19 @ 10:13 PM EDT

A6: PD that acknowledges diff. readiness & needs is great, esp. with time to develop an idea to use w/your own learners #TXed #loveedcamps

meredithakers - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:13 PM EDT

A6: Best PD is chosen by me and peaks my interests! Edcamps, twitter, and time given to reflect and discuss to apply #txed

missmcalister Jul 19 @ 10:13 PM EDT

You are rocking your first twitter chat. This is golden. #txed

hmhinzie Jul 19 @ 10:12 PM EDT

A very interactive, hands on training. Lots of breaks. Chocolate on the table...all day! #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:13 PM EDT

#EdCamps are great!! We hosted #BrenhamU in June and doing it again in August. That was outstanding #TXed #TeacherMyth

MrPowley Jul 19 @ 10:13 PM EDT

A5 I'm gamified. We say we're 'disruptors' testimg the system mechanics to make improvements. Usually For the good... #txed

urbie Jul 19 @ 10:13 PM EDT

#TXed #TeacherMyth A6 A session at #cue15 where @MsMagiera asked us (100s) to dance and I did. Felt REALLY good. Leader asks then does..

mrsbarfuss Jul 19 @ 10:13 PM EDT

A6: Model teacher program back in classroom days. Intentional training, planning, coaching, feedback and pushing comfort zones. #TXed

PrincipalVest - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:13 PM EDT

This is critical - as leaders we can create or crush risk-taking with our environment and response. #txed

debralcamp Jul 19 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A5. A questioner, but more importantly I work in an environment that encourages ? & is ok when our answers don't work & we ? again #TXed

DevEducators Jul 19 @ 10:13 PM EDT

Yes! Seems obvious, but GREAT point! A TON of learning happens here. #TXed #TeacherMyth

In reply to @aaron_hogan

megan_chriss Jul 19 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A6: @nearpod PioNear Summit w/ interactive sessions & open dis. Schools need interactive PD where admin listens to wants (not grips) #txed

mrsbarfuss Jul 19 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A6: Now...time to collaborate, question, read, grow with others and with topics relevant to me to implement quickly #txed

vickyfarias7716 Jul 19 @ 10:14 PM EDT

I really enjoyed a TCEA conf & sometimes I seem to get a lot out of keynote speakers-I get motivated/driven- & implement from the PD #txed

MJMadda Jul 19 @ 10:14 PM EDT

And it's so accessible!! I can do it from my phone, computer.... #txed

In reply to @DevEducators, @aaron_hogan

finch_misty Jul 19 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A6 I can't wait for our first Cy-Fair EdCamp! I try to find one thing to walk away with from any and all PD I attend #txed

Tommyspall - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A6: anything hands on! I love VOICE and CHOICE pd and any EdCamps! I also LOVE PD by the #bisdwired team in @BrenhamISD #txed #Humble lol

Hahne_KingEle Jul 19 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A6 the best for me has been Edcamps and twitter chats! Encouragement 24/7 #txed #teachermyth

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A6: We cannot whole group lecture about differentiation. Adult learners need voice, choice, & expereiential learning, too #TXed #TeacherMyth

MrsBBondy Jul 19 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A6: EdCamp, EdCamp EdCamp! Learning and support from peers! #TxEd

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A6 One that I chose to go to and that met my needs. :) #txed love edcamps and conferences so much!

bwa73 Jul 19 @ 10:14 PM EDT

Congrats & Best Wishes @jlveselka. Thank you for your service, leadership, and commitment to Texas students and #txed. You will be missed.

tasanet Jul 19 @ 3:30 PM EDT

Please join TASA in wishing the best to our longtime ED, @jveselka, who announced his retirement as of 2/28 https://t.co/cNqUwzV6iz #txed

TXEDMod - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Thank you for joining us tonight for #TXed. Don't forget to give your new friends a follow.

BurnsideMath Jul 19 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Like it! How do you keep the gripes away? #txed

megan_chriss Jul 19 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A6: @nearpod PioNear Summit w/ interactive sessions & open dis. Schools need interactive PD where admin listens to wants (not grips) #txed

HelenWilt Jul 19 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Aren't you having one in October? #txed #TeacherMyth

In reply to @aaron_hogan

DevEducators Jul 19 @ 10:15 PM EDT

Just started to REALLY dive into tweetdeck. #TXed #TeacherMyth

In reply to @MJMadda, @aaron_hogan

TXEDMod - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:16 PM EDT

Don't forget to join us next week for chapters 5 & 6 of #TeacherMyth #TXed

Hahne_KingEle Jul 19 @ 10:16 PM EDT

Have you been to any others? Navasota, Katy, Brenham, and College station's are amazing! #txed

In reply to @finch_misty

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 10:16 PM EDT

Hey #TXed! We'd love to see you for #EdCampCSTX in College Station on Oct 21st!

aaron_hogan Jul 12 @ 7:31 AM EDT

Join us for #EdCampCSTX on October 21st! Register here >> https://t.co/XM9ssGhx5c #CSISDChat #txeduchat #txed #katyisdchat

missmcalister Jul 19 @ 10:16 PM EDT

I’d love to go to another EdCamp!! #txed

In reply to @HelenWilt, @aaron_hogan

PrincipalVest - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A6: I agree @aaron_hogan - going to #edcampnavasota & #edcampgrow are 2 of the best PD opps I've had. Can't wait for #EdCampCSTX! #txed

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 10:11 PM EDT
A6: I LOVE me some EdCamp PD. Not going to lie. It's one of my favorites. #TXed #TeacherMyth
- TXEDMod - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:09 PM EDT
  
  Q6-What is the best PD you have ever received? What could be done on your campust to make every experience like this one? #TXed #TeacherMyth

KristiHinze Jul 19 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A6: interactive, collaboration, and allowing participants to have a voice! #txed

BurnsideMath Jul 19 @ 10:16 PM EDT

Reminds me of a Using Tech in Ed class I took in college. No tech was ever used. Not even an overhead. Smh... #txed

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A6: We cannot whole group lecture about differentiation. Adult learners need voice, choice, & expereiential learning, too #TXed #TeacherMyth

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 10:16 PM EDT

Thanks so much to everyone who came out to make #TXed #TeacherMyth amazing tonight!

DevEducators Jul 19 @ 10:16 PM EDT

touche' #TXed #TeacherMyth

In reply to @aaron_hogan

MrsKettler Jul 19 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A4 Repeating outdated practices just because "that's the way it's always been" or "it's just easier" #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Awesome chat #TXed peeps. Thanks you for SHATTERING the #TeacherMyth. Big shoutout to @aaron_hogan for sharing his passion and knowledge

BarbaraGruener Jul 19 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Join us tomorrow night at this time for #EduAR to talk about infusing these 7 Cs into your #character building. #txed #teachermyth

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Mine was great! How was yours Matthew? I saw you on the speaker list, but couldn't see your session #txed

In reply to @aaron_hogan, @matthew_arend

matthew_arend Jul 19 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Make it back to back with @EdCampDallas the week before on 10/14! #txed

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 10:16 PM EDT
Hey #TXed! We'd love to see you for #EdCampCSTX in College Station on Oct 21st!
- aaron_hogan Jul 12 @ 7:31 AM EDT
  
  Join us for #EdCampCSTX on October 21st! Register here >> https://t.co/XM9ssGhx5c #CSISDChat #txeduchat #txed #katyisdchat

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 10:17 PM EDT

You guys are driving the boat for us. I'm just along for the ride! Thanks for creating an awesome space for conversation! #TXed #TeacherMyth

In reply to @PrincipalOgg

vickyfarias7716 Jul 19 @ 10:17 PM EDT

Thank you all so much for the great info! Enjoyed collaborating 😁 #txed

meredithakers - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:18 PM EDT

Join us for @EdcampCyfair on January 20th! #txed https://t.co/OoM4TMVeuh

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:18 PM EDT

We try sir! Big props to my #TXed family @meredithakers @PrincipalVest @KelleyJAndrews @pwagnerlcisd #TeacherMyth

aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 10:17 PM EDT

You guys are driving the boat for us. I'm just along for the ride! Thanks for creating an awesome space for conversation! #TXed #TeacherMyth
In reply to @PrincipalOgg

BurnsideMath Jul 19 @ 10:19 PM EDT

Enjoyed it! Now back to Grey's. #TXed

matthew_arend Jul 19 @ 10:20 PM EDT

Was able to share the #SiglerNation story of transformation w/ @DesiraeRieke & @hoover_melinda. Check it out: https://t.co/uI894hq6Ye #txed

In reply to @KelleyJAndrews, @aaron_hogan, @DesiraeRieke, @hoover_melinda

PrincipalVest - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:20 PM EDT

Thankful for this group! #txed #happytoserve

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jul 19 @ 10:18 PM EDT
We try sir! Big props to my #TXed family @meredithakers @PrincipalVest @KelleyJAndrews @pwagnerlcisd #TeacherMyth
- aaron_hogan Jul 19 @ 10:17 PM EDT
  
  You guys are driving the boat for us. I'm just along for the ride! Thanks for creating an awesome space for conversation! #TXed #TeacherMyth
  In reply to @PrincipalOgg

soeder_katie Jul 19 @ 10:20 PM EDT

Later #TXed! Great chat tonight!

lamas_cynthia Jul 19 @ 10:20 PM EDT

Wow 😳! Thx for sharing. Reminding us on the value of diverse perspectives. Yay 😊! #txed #TeacherMyth

In reply to @nmlmajbro

MJMadda Jul 19 @ 10:21 PM EDT

I am obsessed with @TweetDeck! Anyone else? #txed

In reply to @DevEducators, @aaron_hogan, @TweetDeck

PrincipalNyberg Jul 19 @ 10:21 PM EDT

Can't do anything without it :) #txed

In reply to @MJMadda, @DevEducators, @aaron_hogan, @TweetDeck

DevEducators Jul 19 @ 10:22 PM EDT

Starting to! #txed

In reply to @MJMadda, @aaron_hogan, @TweetDeck

MrsKettler Jul 19 @ 10:23 PM EDT

A6 Visiting the @ronclarkacademy HANDS DOWN! There is power in student engagement, setting high standards, and a passionate climate! #txed

lamas_cynthia Jul 19 @ 10:23 PM EDT

#TxEd oops!

DevEducators Jul 19 @ 10:23 PM EDT

First time I tried it, I wasn't either. It took me looking at it a second time. #txed

In reply to @Hahne_KingEle, @MJMadda, @aaron_hogan, @TweetDeck

Tabitha_C4 Jul 19 @ 10:24 PM EDT

Enjoyed the #txed chat tonight!

MJMadda Jul 19 @ 10:26 PM EDT

I was hesitant in the beginning. It does get a little overwhelming at times. Like now 😉 #txed

In reply to @Hahne_KingEle, @DevEducators, @aaron_hogan, @TweetDeck

lamas_cynthia Jul 19 @ 10:27 PM EDT

Thx for being my heroes! #txed

MJMadda Jul 19 @ 10:29 PM EDT

Truth. #txed

In reply to @DevEducators, @Hahne_KingEle, @aaron_hogan, @TweetDeck